The Zach Lowe Show The Hawks Have Reached Their Limit With Trae Young, and the End of the Warriors
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Dec 29, 2025 
Howard Beck, a veteran NBA writer and analyst, joins to explore the Atlanta Hawks' struggles and the potential future of Trae Young, debating whether a trade might be inevitable. They also react to Giannis’s spectacular windmill dunk and discuss intriguing lottery teams. The conversation takes a critical look at the fading Warriors dynasty and possible paths forward for struggling teams like the Jazz, while highlighting the Celtics' surprising success this season.
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Live Take From Raptors‑Warriors Loss
- Zach Lowe attended Raptors-Warriors and describes a chaotic Warriors collapse with Scottie Barnes dominating.
- He recounts blown leads, late collapses, and Steph's team folding late in the third quarter.
Toronto Sledding Mishap
- Zach tells a personal sledding story in Toronto where he hammed it up for CBC and wiped out on purpose.
- He humorously notes CBC lost interest and he remains an 'elite sledder.'
Pelicans Pick Value Is Volatile
- Lottery value mutates weekly with teams' fortunes; Pelicans' pick value depends on players' health and effort.
- When New Orleans fields Herb Jones, Trey Murphy, and Tyus, their margin is positive and the pick falls in value.