In this episode, Mark C begins by recapping the latest Bradley Beal and Damian Lillard transactions. Then, he details just exactly what we should take away from Summer League. Do any of the stats actually matter? Why should we care about shot attempts and rebounds but not the actual percentages? Mark C then discusses these statistical insights and what they mean from a more eye-test perspective, using player examples like Egor Demin and Kasparas Jakučionis from Summer League. Lastly, Mark C goes through his Summer League standouts, highlighting rookies and second-year players like Nikola Topić and Terrence Shannon Jr. that dynasty managers should be encouraged by.

The Punt Intended podcast is also now available on YouTube!

Follow Mark on Twitter and on BlueSky!

Grab a FantasyPass subscription so you don't miss out on any dynasty content, among all the other great analysis from the SportsEthos team!

Check out my Dynasty Rankings (Gain access to the full Ranks with any SportsEthos subscriptions that gives you access to the NBAPass)!

SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes!

Mark C concludes his recap of the 2025 NBA free agency period. He first begins by detailing the Norman Powell and John Collins trade and what it means for the Jazz, Heat, and Clippers. Mark C then details the Pistons and Bulls, highlighting how the lack of shooting on the Pistons could dictate their rotations. He then shifts to the Hornets, Knicks, Kings, and Sixers. Both the Hornets and Kings have a glut of guards who desire usage - how does Mark C think it will play out on these teams? Lastly, Mark C concludes with the Bucks, Thunder, Mavs, and Warriors. Can Nikola Topić and Thomas Sorber break into the Thunder's rotation, and are there enough minutes for all of the Mavs frontcourt players?

Follow Mark on Twitter and on BlueSky!

Grab a FantasyPass subscription so you don't miss out on any dynasty content, among all the other great analysis from the SportsEthos team!

Check out my Dynasty Rankings (Gain access to the full Ranks with any SportsEthos subscriptions that gives you access to the NBAPass)!

SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes!

Mark C continues his recap of the 2025 NBA free agency period. He begins by detailing the Jrue Holiday and Anfernee Simons swap, and what it implies for the rotations of the Blazers and Celtics. Mark C then quickly summarizes the Jazz and Pacers offseasons before shifting to the Hawks and the Nets. The Kristaps Porzingis acquisition by the Hawks was a calculated gamble along with their other free-agent additions like Nickeil Alexander-Walker; how will all of these pieces fit together? Lastly, Mark C hits on the Nuggets, Clippers, Lakers, and Raptors, describing all their moves on the edges of their roster.

Follow Mark on Twitter and on BlueSky!

Grab a FantasyPass subscription so you don't miss out on any dynasty content, among all the other great analysis from the SportsEthos team!

Check out my Dynasty Rankings (Gain access to the full Ranks with any SportsEthos subscriptions that gives you access to the NBAPass)!

SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes!

Mark C kicks off his recap of the 2025 NBA free agency period. He first details the Magic trading for Desmond Bane and the usage implications for Jalen Suggs, Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr., and others on the Magic and Grizzlies. He then touches on the Cavaliers and Spurs before shifting to the Rockets trading for Kevin Durant. Has anything changed much for the incumbents in Houston along with their bevy of free-agent additions, and what does this all mean for the Suns? Then, Mark C summarizes the Wizards and Pelicans moves and trades, questioning how the Pelicans will craft their line-ups. Lastly, Mark C concludes with the Heat and Wolves offseason moves.

Follow Mark on Twitter and on BlueSky!

Grab a FantasyPass subscription so you don't miss out on any dynasty content, among all the other great analysis from the SportsEthos team!

Check out my Dynasty Rankings (Gain access to the full Ranks with any SportsEthos subscriptions that gives you access to the NBAPass)!

SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes!

In this episode, Mark C wraps up his comprehensive 2025 NBA Draft recap and delivers fantasy basketball analysis on the rest of the major prospects. He dishes out insights on rookies like Tre Johnson, Jeremiah Fears, Derik Queen, and Thomas Sorber, detailing just what dynasty upside exists for these prospects. Mark C discusses the thought process behind the Jazz's selection of Ace Bailey, and why the Suns drafting Khaman Maluach while trading for Mark Williams isn't too big of a concern for dynasty. Mark C concludes with thoughts on the rest of the draft, including the Trail Blazers' gamble on Hansen Yang and some interesting flyers in Asa Newell, Jase Richardson, and Adou Thiero.

Follow Mark on Twitter and on BlueSky!

Grab a FantasyPass subscription so you don't miss out on any dynasty content, among all the other great analysis from the SportsEthos team!

Check out my Dynasty Rankings (Gain access to the full Ranks with any SportsEthos subscriptions that gives you access to the NBAPass)!

SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes!

In this episode Mark C dives into Part 1 of his 2025 NBA Draft recap with in-depth dynasty fantasy analysis. He breaks down top picks like Cooper Flagg to the Mavericks and Dylan Harper to the Spurs and highlights the undervalued gem of Miami’s Kasparas Jakučionis, who could be the best bargain in rookie drafts. He evaluates the picks by the Sixers, Hornets, and Bulls, including names like V.J. Edgecombe and Kon Knueppel. Mark C finishes by examining the Nets’ influx of five first-round players and discusses the Grizzlies’ trade-up for Cedric Coward. Tune in to get detailed dynasty basketball insights!

Follow Mark on Twitter and on BlueSky!

Grab a FantasyPass subscription so you don't miss out on any dynasty content, among all the other great analysis from the SportsEthos team!

Check out my Dynasty Rankings (Gain access to the full Ranks with any SportsEthos subscriptions that gives you access to the NBAPass)!

SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes!

Mark C dives into international waters to scout two of the higher potential international prospects. The first is Noa Essengue, whose tools, measurements, and defensive talents should be enticing for dynasty managers. Can Essengue provide enough on the offensive end to round out his fantasy game? After Essengue, Mark C details Nolan Traoré, the quick and speedy guard out of the French basketball league. Traoré has plenty of appealing traits to project him as a lead offensive option, but do the stats match the flashes?

Follow Mark on Twitter and on BlueSky!

Grab a FantasyPass subscription so you don't miss out on any dynasty content, among all the other great analysis from the SportsEthos team!

Check out my Dynasty Rankings (Gain access to the full Ranks with any SportsEthos subscriptions that gives you access to the NBAPass)!

SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes!

On this episode, Mark C finally tackles Cooper Flagg. Just how good is the consensus number-one prospect in the 2025 NBA Draft, and why should fantasy managers be enthused for his fantasy potential? Is Flagg already a Top-10 dynasty asset? Then Mark C shifts to Thomas Sorber, an intriguing big who could provide a well-rounded fantasy game. Can Sorber add passing elements on offense while serving as a defensive anchor?

Follow Mark on Twitter and on BlueSky!

Grab a FantasyPass subscription so you don't miss out on any dynasty content, among all the other great analysis from the SportsEthos team!

Check out my Dynasty Rankings (Gain access to the full Ranks with any SportsEthos subscriptions that gives you access to the NBAPass)!

SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes!