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Wine and Gold Talk Podcast

Wine and Gold Talk Podcast

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 Get the latest news and analysis about the Cleveland Cavaliers from Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor and special guests on cleveland.com.Advance Local LLC Basketball Politics & Government
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  • Are the Cavs and Celtics on a collision course for another playoff showdown?

    Are the Cavs and Celtics on a collision course for another playoff showdown?
    Mar 7 2026
    In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' current state as they head into the final stretch of the regular season. They focus on the benefits of a four-day practice break, which has allowed the team to rest, recover from injuries, and build chemistry with new acquisitions like James Harden. The conversation covers injury updates on Jarrett Allen and Donovan Mitchell, as well as the impending return of Max Strus. A significant portion of the discussion is dedicated to analyzing the Boston Celtics, who are seen as the Cavaliers' biggest obstacle in the Eastern Conference, especially with the recent return of Jayson Tatum from an Achilles injury. The hosts break down the strategic challenges and difficult matchup decisions the Celtics now pose for the Cavs' playoff aspirations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • How bad has tanking gotten in the NBA, and is the NCAA feeding the problem?

    How bad has tanking gotten in the NBA, and is the NCAA feeding the problem?
    Mar 6 2026
    In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Jimmy Watkins discuss Jayson Tatum and his surprisingly fast potential return from an Achilles tear, comparing his recovery timeline to other notable NBA players and what modern rehab could mean for stars coming back from major injuries. From there, the discussion shifts to the broader issue of tanking across the NBA. The hosts examine whether the league’s competitive balance has been distorted by teams prioritizing draft positioning over winning, while highlighting organizations like the Boston Celtics and Indiana Pacers as examples of franchises that have tried to maintain a winning culture rather than bottom out for lottery odds. The episode also explores the evolving relationship between college basketball and the NBA, including the growing impact of NIL deals, new anti-tanking measures around the league, and how shifting eligibility rules and draft decisions are changing the development pipeline for young players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 mins
  • Is this the most tenacious team the Cavs have assembled in years? Hey, Chris!

    Is this the most tenacious team the Cavs have assembled in years? Hey, Chris!
    Mar 5 2026
    In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor analyze the Cleveland Cavaliers' playoff prospects. They identify the Boston Celtics as the toughest potential matchup in the Eastern Conference, citing Boston's ability to exploit Cleveland's weaknesses in 3-point defense and rebounding. The discussion also covers the Cavs' persistent injury problems, the team's improved depth, and a newfound mental toughness and urgency, largely attributed to the acquisitions of veterans like James Harden and Dennis Schröder and the front office's decision to trade a core player at the deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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