How We Define the League’s Top Guards and Playoff Predictions
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Off Guard with Austin Rivers
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Austin and Pausha kick off the week talking about play-in teams they trust to compete most if they advance (1:26). Plus, they discuss two playoff matchups to watch: Mavs-Clippers and Suns-Wolves (33:15). Then, they predict just how successful OKC can be walking in as the top seed in the Western Conference, and share their thoughts on the Team USA squad that’s likely headed to Paris for the Olympics (46:12). Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi Producers: Erika Cervantes and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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