... Hello and Welcome

... Bruce's opening comment is focused on the slumping New Orleans Pelicans, who have lost 8 in a row.

... Ross examines Giannis Antetokounmpo's latest 50 point effort and what it took to get to "5-0."

... World B says this year's race for the MVP Award will probably be historically tight.

... LeBron James went ballistic after the no call at the end of Saturday's Lakers/Celtics overtime thriller when the NBA admitted its officials probably cost LA a win in regulation.

... After the loss, LeBron chose not to play against Brooklyn on Monday.  Did that expose him to charges of hypocrisy after his reaction in Boston?

... Patrick Beverley's antics on Saturday cost the Lakers a point in overtime but could have cost them much more.  Should he have been fined?

... The Bucks have won four straight games with Khris Middleton returning to action.  Is he a calming influence on the team?

... Was the NBA's "Rivalry Week" more like "Rivalry Weak?"    Many of the "so called" rivalry games  were anything but!

... Could the NBA's "Play In" tournament lead to the creation of more rivalries?

... The crew discusses their favorite aspects of the "Play In" tournament.

... Mail Bag Question #1: Is there a "HIM" emerging in Orlando?

... Mail Bag Question #2: Is there "funny business" going on with the Memphis scorekeeper and Jaren Jackson Junior's defensive stats?

... Ross shares his "Best Bets" on the "hot player values" of Brandon Ingram and Precious Achiuwa.

... Final Thoughts on the suddenly hot Washington Wizards, the Minnesota Timberwolves, and the sense of urgency for the Mavericks to get Luka Doncic some help.