The Count It Podcast

Service To The People - Episode 52

Episode Summary

Count It Pod are back for Episode 51, and this one is heavy on NBA playoff energy. The episode opens with a quick apology for last week’s intense intro before the conversation moves straight into Shai Gilgeous-Alexander winning MVP, whether the award was deserved, and why his game continues to divide fans. The hosts then break down the OKC vs San Antonio series, including Game 1’s double-overtime chaos, Victor Wembanyama’s impact, OKC’s defensive adjustments, and how the series could swing heading back to San Antonio. They also discuss the Knicks and Cavs, the Eastern Conference picture, playoff coaching, fan pressure, and why the Knicks reaching the Finals would be one of the wildest stories in basketball.

Episode Notes

SGA wins MVP
The hosts react to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander taking home MVP, debating whether the award was deserved and how much OKC’s team success helped his case.

OKC vs Spurs playoff chaos
A full breakdown of the opening games between Oklahoma City and San Antonio, including Game 1’s double overtime, OKC’s physical defence, Caruso’s impact, Wemby’s dominance, and the pressure on both teams heading into Game 3 and Game 4.

Victor Wembanyama’s playoff mentality
The conversation turns to Wemby’s competitive edge, his mentality, and whether his approach can lift the rest of a young Spurs team.

Knicks and Cavs discussion
Owen and Films look at the Knicks’ strong playoff position, the Cavs’ struggles, Donovan Mitchell, James Harden being targeted defensively, and whether New York could really make a Finals run.

Finals hypotheticals and hate-watch scenarios
The episode wraps with predictions, dream Finals matchups, Knicks fan culture, Spike Lee, Joe Budden, and the chaos that would come if New York actually won it all.