The Dagger Report, Episode 1: Training camp wrap-up, studying Flip Saunders' offense and breaking down the Dallas Mavericks

by Mike Prada on Oct 27, 2009 1:30 PM EDT in Site News

Kyle from Truth About It and I have done the writing thing. We've done the credential thing, the picture-taking thing, and all that. However, we haven't really tried the podcasting thing ... until now.

I want to be the first to introduce The Dagger Report, a weekly podcast hosted by Kyle and myself. We're going to be recording this thing weekly, most likely every Tuesday, though obviously that will change.

In our first episode, we talk with Rashad Mobley from Hoops Addict about the Wizards' preseason. Who should start while Antawn Jamison is injured? Who should start at shooting guard? Have the Wizards experimented too much in the preseason at the expense of developing a set rotation? Rashad, Kyle and I discuss these issues and more.

We also talk with Mark Riggs, aka Rook6980, about Flip Saunders' Hawk offensive system and his defensive philosophies. How are the Wizards picking this stuff up? Which players should fit well, and which players don't?

Finally, with the Wizards set to play the Dallas Mavericks tonight at 8:30, we talk with Rob Mahoney from the Mavericks blog The Two Man Game. How will Shawn Marion fit in with the Mavericks this season? What's the next shoe to drop for the Mavericks? Who do we think has the edge in tonight's matchup? We discuss these questions and more, including a part where I question how we can consider Jason Kidd a defensive liability.

We're hoping to have the show on ITunes shortly (key word, hope), but for now, feel free to listen here.

The Dagger Report - Washington Wizards Podcast - Episode 01

Songs used (in order):

Jane's Addiction - My Cat's Name Is Maceo
Nas - Get Down
Bobby Blue Bland - Yield Not to Temptation
The Roots - Swept Away

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I knew it

You gave it away on some other thread, but I had forgotten about it. This is a great idea, and if you don’t overwhelm us with a daily podcast, I think this is a great idea. I’ll definitely be tuning in. I haven’t listened to this yet, so I’ll offer my thoughts later.

Any data on which SB Nation NBA blog is the most popular? Do you have a financial incentive to make this site more popular? I’m curious how this blog compares to other SB Nation ones. Great site fellas, this is the next logical step, I guess.

My swag was phenomenal.

by se7en on Oct 27, 2009 3:39 PM EDT reply actions

Initial Thoughts

I’ve only gotten half way through it, but these are my initial thoughts:

1) I’m not sure how you’re setting it all up, and I’m sure it’s complicated when you have several people calling in, but is there any way to increase the sound quality? At least the sound quality of the person who’s hosting the podcast (Prada), because even the best broadcasting I’ve heard on the radio, there’s nothing you can do about sound quality of those people calling in to participate.

2) I would prefer it’s no longer than 1 hour, but that’s probably just me, because I have so much other stuff to read/listen to. Hahaha. I tend to feel overwhelmed if it’s too long. :)

3) Okay, so if my only complaint is sound quality, then that means I’m loving the show. So far, the content is really good. Not a lot of awkward pauses, or guests/hosts saying a lot of “uh’s” or “um’s” – The conversation flowed, and the topics were important. Rook has a good radio voice, too. :)

I think this will be a great feature of the blog, especially once the season starts so we have a lot more information to work with. Overall, a fabulous first episode (so far).

My swag was phenomenal.

by se7en on Oct 27, 2009 4:56 PM EDT up reply actions

We're going to make it shorter in the future

That’s for sure. Tried to cram too much into one episode this time.

You know you'll get devoured by Cheaney, Wallace, and Juwan Howard.

by Mike Prada on Oct 27, 2009 5:01 PM EDT up reply actions

Well

If preseason stats are to be believed, we need to work on our defensive rebounding and 3-pt defense. Playing the Mavericks is actually a good way to work on both.

by Pryme on Oct 27, 2009 3:43 PM EDT reply actions

About to listen...

I have been thinking that a podcast would be a great addition since my first visit. This way I can get the scoop via BF without having to cheat at work. Now I can listen to you guys instead of music for a while. Great idea! I will let you know what I think after listening.

by Mikenstein on Oct 27, 2009 3:59 PM EDT reply actions

So when do I appear on the Podcast

My radio voice is quite sexy.

by BayAreaBullet on Oct 27, 2009 4:30 PM EDT reply actions

Fun Stuff

Definitely, a great addition to the blog. Having another teams blogger is a cool way to get their view of our team and the league. It would be awesome if you could do these for big games throughout the season. That Cavs podcast could get explosive.

by forthepeople on Oct 27, 2009 5:15 PM EDT reply actions

Is there anyway to subscribe

so i can get it on my iphone automatically?

by forthepeople on Oct 27, 2009 5:20 PM EDT up reply actions

It's under review by ITunes now

So not this second, but hopefully soon.

You know you'll get devoured by Cheaney, Wallace, and Juwan Howard.

by Mike Prada on Oct 27, 2009 5:22 PM EDT up reply actions

loved every minute of it.

...one of those guys who reads all the time but barely comments

by Juice over Whine on Oct 27, 2009 5:23 PM EDT reply actions

Yeah, I was surprised

I’ll admit, I was very skeptical when I first heard the possibility of a podcast. But the key is content. There was great content, great analysis. I especially liked the analysis of the offense in the Rook segment. Good stuff.

My swag was phenomenal.

by se7en on Oct 27, 2009 5:31 PM EDT up reply actions