The Church of Roy podcast returned this week to discuss the NBA’s attempt to navigate the uptick in players entering the league’s COVID-19 protocols. Along with that topic, host Steve Dewald reviews the three storylines in 2021 that stood out.
This episode started with a comparison of the NBA to the NHL. Will the NBA’s attempt to supplement shrinking rosters with additional players provide a lasting fix? When it comes to the NHL, its decision to postpone games was aided by a buffer provided by the Olympics. Looking forward, should the NBA build in a buffer for potential postponements?