The Ringer NBA Show Tatum’s East-altering Return, the Spurs’ Warp-speed Come-up, and a Trail Blazers Bonanza, With Jared Weiss and Tom Haberstroh | Group Chat
Mar 10, 2026
Tom Haberstroh, Blazers analytics insider who blends stats with scouting. Jared Weiss, Athletic beat reporter covering the Spurs and ex-Celtics writer. They discuss Jayson Tatum’s return and how he reshapes the Celtics’ outlook. They dig into the Spurs’ rapid rise and roster development. They break down Portland storylines: Scoot Henderson’s breakout, Donovan Clingan’s progress, Deni Avdija’s fit, and Shaedon Sharpe’s upside.
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Celtics Are East Favorites But Playoffs Will Test Tatum
- Jared Weiss sees Boston as the likely best team in the East once Tatum regains full playoff conditioning.
- He warned playoff defenses will test Tatum's separation and on-ball defense more than regular-season opponents.
Wembanyama's In-Season Leap Feels MVP Caliber
- Victor Wembanyama has improved within the season by cutting mistakes and slowing his reads, making his impact feel MVP-level.
- Weiss compares his court control and off-ball usage to Nikola Jokic's template for elite big playmaking.
Wemby's Production Comes From Team Flow Not Just Designed Plays
- Wemby's scoring often comes from cleaning up plays and team actions rather than designed isolation touches.
- Weiss highlights his improved finishing, angle choices and how team plays now create more designed opportunities for him.