Andrew Eastwick

The Jonathan Kuminga Saga Was Always Going to End This Way Some thoughts on a marriage that was never meant to be

NEW WORDS!

The Jonathan Kuminga saga is finally over. Everyone has had their take over the years on one of the most dramatic sagas that this drama-filled league has seen, so here's mine: not only is this ending unsurprising, we all should have seen it coming.

open.substack.com/pub/aeastwic...

Film Breakdown: Cam Thomas Gets Buckets The Bucks' newest addition wasted no time doing what he does best

Check out the full thing here, and please like, share, and subscribe! open.substack.com/pub/aeastwic...

In his second game with the Milwaukee Bucks, Cam Thomas did what Cam Thomas does: get buckets. On Substack, I talked about his 34-point game off the bench, and celebrated his determination to make the toughest shot diet look regular.

Here's a clip:

Film Breakdown: Victor Wembanyama Decimates the Lakers The Spurs star with a grudge might be the best player in the NBA

Watch the full thing here, and please like, share, and subscribe! open.substack.com/pub/aeastwic...

With his 40-point demolition of the star-less Lakers, Victor Wembanyama reminded everyone that when he's got a grudge, he might be the NBA's best player. On Substack, I broke down how he's improved as a scorer, and the hints of his utterly terrifying ceiling.

Here's a clip:

Film Breakdown: Nolan Traore's Making Reads The Nets' rookie is a more advanced passer than his age would suggest

Check out the full thing here, and please like, share, and subscribe!! open.substack.com/pub/aeastwic...

There might not be a ton of reasons to watch the Nets these days, but Nolan Traore gave me one last night. He posted a career-high 13 assists, showcasing a passing vision and pick-and-roll poise beyond his years. I broke it down on the Substack.

Here's a clip:

Film Breakdown: Kawhi Leonard Looks Unstoppable The former 2x Finals MVP might be having his best season ever

Check out the full thing here, and please like, share, and subscribe!! aeastwick.substack.com/p/film-break...

As crazy as it is to say, Kawhi Leonard might be having the best season of his career. On Substack, I broke down his 41-point demolition of Minnesota, how he's still so unstoppable, and how some minor tweaks to his shot diet have made him even more productive.

Here's a clip:

You’re all good!! Just trying not to get lost in the shuffle 😭

Check your email please!! 🙏🔥🔥🔥

Jaren Jackson Jr. just got traded a night after he put up 30 points to beat the Timberwolves on national television. On Substack, I made a quick video on what Jazz fans can expect from Jaren offensively, and how he's one of the more unorthodox stars in the league.

Here's a clip:

@howardbeck.bsky.social what up beck? Please check your email, was great talking to you in the offseason 🙏

Film Breakdown: Jarrett Allen is Still Very Good A look at the variety of skills Cleveland's center showed off during his career night

Check out the full thing here, and please like, share, and subscribe! aeastwick.substack.com/p/film-break...

Jarrett Allen just made history with a 40/17/5/2/4 night in under 30 minutes, but he also did a lot of stuff he hasn't been able to for a long time. On Substack, I talked about how his usage is different without Evan Mobley, and why I think he's quite underrated.

Here's a clip:

Film Breakdown: The Spurs Snuff Out Amen How one halftime adjustment by San Antonio completely flipped the game against Houston

Watch the full video here, and please like, share, and subscribe! aeastwick.substack.com/p/film-break...

With one halftime adjustment, the Spurs completely snuffed out Houston's offense last night. It all started and ended with Amen Thompson. On Substack, I broke down the change, why it worked so well, and how Amen played right into their hands.

Here's a clip:

Film Breakdown: Checking in on Alex Sarr The second-year big has taken real steps forward for the Wizards

Watch the full thing here, and please like, share, and subscribe!! aeastwick.substack.com/p/film-break...

Alex Sarr just put up 29 points and 6 blocks in a win against Donovan Clingan and the Blazers. I used it to check in on his development on Substack - his improvements, what he already does at an elite clip, and how this matchup exposed where he needs to grow.

Here's a clip:

Film Breakdown: Donovan Mitchell's Offensive Prowess The Cavs' star guard demolished Orlando for the latest installment of a career season

Check out the full thing here, and please like, share, and subscribe! open.substack.com/pub/aeastwic...

Donovan Mitchell is having the best season of his career, and his 45-point demolition of the Orlando Magic was the latest reminder. On Substack, I talked about his offensive prowess, and what makes him one of the league's very best scorers.

Here's a clip:

Film Breakdown: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Passing A conversation on one of the reigning MVP's more underrated skills

Watch the full thing here, and please like, share, and subscribe! aeastwick.substack.com/p/film-break...

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points on 3 missed shots last night, so of course I'm taking this opportunity to talk about his playmaking. On Substack, I presented my thesis on why his passing goes under the radar, and how it connects to his scoring.

Here's a clip:

Film Breakdown: Optimizing Immanuel Quickley Examining the combo guard's ideal offensive context through the lens of the most efficient 40-point game in NBA history

Check out the full thing here, and please like, share and subscribe! aeastwick.substack.com/p/film-break...

Immanuel Quickley just posted the most efficient 40-point game in NBA history(!), and I thought it was a microcosm of what his optimal usage looks like. On Substack, I broke down his on-vs-off-ball scoring and passing, and why this roster is kinda ideal.

Here's a clip:

Film Breakdown: Donovan Clingan's Two-Way Potential Portland's center showcased his intriguing skillset as he overpowered Sacramento

Watch the full thing here, and please like, share, and subscribe! open.substack.com/pub/aeastwic...

In his second season, Donovan Clingan has affirmed his place as one of the game's more impactful defenders at center, while flashing some intriguing offensive potential. I broke it all down on Substack through the lens of his 21/17/3 game against the Kings.

Here's a clip:

Film Breakdown: Anfernee Simons Saves the Celtics The dynamic scoring guard lifted Boston's offense late for an impressive comeback win

Watch the full thing here, and please like, share, and subscribe! open.substack.com/pub/aeastwic...

Anfernee Simons just scored 39 points for the Celtics, including 18(!) in the fourth quarter, to seal a comeback win over the Miami Heat. My latest Substack video talks about his game, what makes him fit so well, and the shades of an all-time great in his shot.

Here's a clip:

Film Breakdown: Big Body Brice Gets Buckets The third-year forward became just the 48th player in recorded NBA history with 40 points off the bench

Watch the full thing here, and please like, share, and subscribe! aeastwick.substack.com/p/film-break...