The Zach Lowe Show Harden’s Last Chance for a Title? Plus, Who’s on Notice After the Trade Deadline.
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Feb 9, 2026 
Mo Dakhil, an X's-and-O's NBA analyst known for tactical roster breakdowns, joins to dissect post-trade-deadline fallout. They pick which players and front offices are really on notice. Conversations jump from Kawhi’s MVP-caliber run to how Harden fits in Cleveland, then critique the Rockets, Timberwolves, Miami, and Bulls. Quick takes on tanking, refs, and lottery fixes round it out.
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Garland's New Spotlight In LA
- Darius Garland arrives in Los Angeles under a spotlight after Cleveland traded him for James Harden.
- Mo Dakhil and Zach Lowe say Garland must show immediate impact to justify the move.
Kawhi's Late-Season Dominance
- Kawhi Leonard has been the NBA's top player since Thanksgiving, dominating scoring and efficiency.
- Zach Lowe and Mo Dakhil highlight Kawhi's scoring streak and elite true shooting as evidence.
Stagger Harden With Mitchell
- Integrate James Harden into staggered lineups with Donovan Mitchell to preserve Mitchell's offense.
- Use Harden off-ball and as a pocket passer to boost Jarrett Allen and create easy shots.