The deepest and most comprehensive NBA salary cap newsletter, breaking down the dollar figures and CBA mechanics behind every transaction. Founded and authored by salary cap analyst Yossi Gozlan, formerly of HoopsHype.
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Orlando Magic Part 2: 2026 Mock Offseason | Third Apron Podcast
Jason Beede joins the show again to assist with the Magic’s mock offseason. After coming to the conclusion that they won’t make any significant changes to the core, we explore how they can create more tax and apron flexibility so they can r...
Rationalizing the Magic's Long-Term Plan - 2026 Offseason Preview
On the Magic's offseason, their salary cap and luxury tax challenges, how they can create more apron flexibility, Anthony Black's extension, and how they can sustain this roster over multiple seasons.
After several fantastic draft picks an...
Orlando Magic 2026 Offseason Part 1: Black extension, potential trades, & more | Third Apron Podcast
Jason Beede joins the show again to discuss the Magic’s upcoming offseason. We delve deep into the ceiling of their core, how much time they have before big changes may be needed with the roster getting more expensive, and why they’ll be li...
Lakers, Pistons, Wolves, and 76ers Offseason Questions | Third Apron Podcast
We discuss the teams eliminated in the semifinals and explore what decisions may be ahead of them this offseason.
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Los Angeles Lakers Part 2: 2026 Mock Offseason | Third Apron Podcast
Anthony Irwin and Harrison Faigen join the show again to help do the Lakers mock offseason. We use ideas discussed in part 1, go through all the various ways the Lakers can maximize their cap space, and continue building the roster once the...
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