Paul George’s Historic Start, the Sixers’ Angst, and Austin vs. Doc | Heat Check

Instant Replay: The Blazers sign Carmelo Anthony, Paul George’s Clippers debut, and Pop’s second-in-command (5:32).

The Main Event: Pod Save America’s Dan Pfeiffer on the Philadelphia 76ers’ recent struggles and whether they can reach their fullest potential (18:00).

Good Call/Bad Call: Jersey redesigns, Rivers-on-Rivers crime, and eating a waffle on the bench (37:03).

Host: John Gonzalez

Guests: Haley O’Shaughnessy, Isaac Lee, Dan Pfeiffer

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