The Zach Lowe Show The Herro Injury and Veteran Extension Candidates With Sam Amick, Plus UConn Head Coach Dan Hurley
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Sep 22, 2025 Sam Amick, veteran NBA reporter at The Athletic, dives into Tyler Herro’s injury impact on the Heat and discusses intriguing veteran extension candidates like KAT, KD, and Lu Dort. The conversation heats up around Trae Young's potential extension and his feud with Pat Beverley. UConn head coach Dan Hurley shares insights from his new book, reflecting on coaching highs, personal struggles, and his journey through mental health challenges, revealing his intense sideline demeanor and career decisions.
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Jokic Delay Influences League Strategy
- Nikola Jokic delaying an extension hasn't caused panic in Denver, but other teams plan around his potential availability in 2027.
- Even silence can affect rival roster-building decisions across the league.
Lock Up Fit Over Upside When Needed
- Consider signing complementary, mid-tier players like Rui Hachimura if the roster needs immediate shooting and fit.
- Zach suggests teams should discuss such extensions but protect future cap flexibility.
Wait On Lou Dort Extension
- Avoid rushing Lou Dort into an extension given the Thunder's crowded future payroll and control via team options.
- Dort should likely wait two years to maximize market value as his defense and shooting can command more later.
