In Episode 184 of the Betting Above the Rim podcast, recorded on October 15th, we delve into a multitude of hot topics in the NBA. We kick off with the news of Jason Kidd signing a multi-year extension with the Dallas Mavericks and the surprise retirement of Malcolm Brogdon from the Knicks. We also cover Russell Westbrook’s new deal with the Sacramento Kings, discussing the team’s intriguing backcourt dynamics and Keegan Murray’s injury woes. Additionally, we preview the Western Conference, predicting the Oklahoma City Thunder as the favorites and highlighting some dark horses and potential disappointments. The episode wraps up with a breakdown of the Men's and Women's preseason college basketball rankings, key rookies to watch, and buzzworthy news about Giannis Antetokounmpo's potential interest in joining the New York Knicks. Don’t miss our final segment—the 'Final Four'—where we rapid-fire through various basketball topics!