The Ringer NBA Show We Know What You Did (to Your Roster) Last Summer | Group Chat
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Feb 20, 2026 A lively rewind through last summer’s biggest roster moves, from Desmond Bane’s fit in Orlando to Kevin Durant landing in Houston. They debate Milwaukee’s risky Myles Turner signing and Denver’s decision to move Michael Porter Jr. Short takes dig into Pelicans roster woes and which trades truly paid off.
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Establish Identity Before Adding Stars
- Prioritize a clear offensive identity before adding high-usage complementary players.
- The Magic's muddled scheme limited Desmond Bane's impact and amplified roster friction.
The Durant Burner Controversy's Team Effects
- Rob and Kyle recount the social-media "burner" controversy around Kevin Durant and its unpredictable team impact.
- They stress uncertainty and lack of proof while noting the distraction it creates for the Rockets.
Don't Overspend Without Complementary Pieces
- Avoid paying extreme opportunity costs to replace one superstar with uncertain long-term fit.
- The Bucks' stretch-and-sign of Myles Turner demonstrated overspending risk without surrounding playmaking.
