In this episode, Doug and Greg take a little break from the usual marketing discussion and talk about some other exciting things, basketball, and football. They are joined today by Scott Kushner. Scott is a leading expert on New Orleans sports and a columnist for The Times-Picayune. He is also the co-host of the Polk and Kush podcast, covering New Orleans' teams with a bend away from stats and bold takes.
Scott talks with Doug and Greg about the Pelicans, Tulane football, and the Saints. Aside from sharing his thoughts on New Orleans sports, he also speaks about where he sees the city's sports scene going.
Key Takeaways
[02:31] - How far the Pelicans are from winning a championship. [04:34] - What Zion Williamson means to his team. [08:33] - Future impact of the trade in the NBA on the Pelicans. [11:19] - Scott's vision for the Pelicans in the future. [16:24] - What Scott thinks about the Saints and their potential. [19:24] - How Scott explains the Saints' failures during the Drew era. [21:04] - Where Sean Payton is likely to go after this year. [28:17] - In what direction will New Orleans go in the future?
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