Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie and Bryce Simon are here for some fun offseason content, where we're going to re-draft the 2015 NBA Draft, a class that was seen at the time as quite strong but ended up quite poor.

Transcribed - Published: 11 August 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Andrew Claudio (GMAC) to first draft the best 10 NBA players who have yet to make an Allstar team! Then, they dive into the best movies that have come out in 2025, with lengthly spoiler-filled discussions on the 2 blockbusters from the summer: Superman & Fantastic Four!

Transcribed - Published: 8 August 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon to catchup on several offseason news topics, like Luka Doncic extending with the Lakers, Mikal Bridges extending with the Knicks, Jonathan Kuminga & the Warriors negotiations and much more!

Transcribed - Published: 4 August 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Adam Finkelstein - Director of Scouting at 24/7 Sports - for a discussion of the U19 World Cup and an early look ahead to the 2026 NBA Draft Class!

Transcribed - Published: 1 August 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by special guest Es Baraheni of The Athletic NBA Daily to recap the NBA offseason to this point by taking turns draft their 5 favorite moves that were made until they get to a top 10! They also list a few honorable mentions & wrap up by giving their thoughts on the two blockbuster superhero movies released in July: Superman & Fantastic Four. CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL!

Transcribed - Published: 28 July 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon to recap NBA Summer League & discuss the performances of several different veterans in Vegas this year.

Transcribed - Published: 25 July 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon to recap NBA Summer League & discuss the performances of several different rookies in Vegas this year.

Transcribed - Published: 23 July 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon after returning from NBA Summer League in Las Vegas to discuss all the NBA news they missed over the past week! Topics include: Marcus Smart going to the Lakers, Bradley Beal going to the Clippers, Dame Lillard going BACK to Portland and much more!

Transcribed - Published: 21 July 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon LIVE (pre-recorded) from NBA Summer League is Las Vegas to go through all the NBA News from the past week, such as the MIA/LAC/UTA trade, Chet/Paolo/Booker extending, Ryan Rollins re-signing w/ MIL & much more before going through few players they're excited to watch when game officially start Thursday night.

Transcribed - Published: 11 July 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon to discuss Cam Whitmore to Washington, Deandre Ayton to the Lakers, Mike Brown to the Knicks, Jay Huff to the Pacers, and more before breaking down what's left in the NBA Free Agency.

Transcribed - Published: 7 July 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon to react to all the trades, signings, extensions and scattered rumors that happened during the first full day of NBA Free Agency!

Transcribed - Published: 2 July 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Andrew Claudio (GMAC) to react to all the trades, signings, extensions and scattered rumors that happened during the first night of NBA Free Agency!

Transcribed - Published: 1 July 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon to react to several of the NBA transactions that have already been reported on the eve of free agency.

Transcribed - Published: 30 June 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon for live reaction & analysis to all the selections & all the trades made in the second round of the 2025 NBA Draft!

Transcribed - Published: 27 June 2025

In part 3 of 3 of this very special edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon for live reaction & analysis to everything that happened during picks 21-30 in first round of the 2025 NBA Draft!

Transcribed - Published: 26 June 2025

In part 2 of 3 of this very special edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon for live reaction & analysis to everything that happened during picks 11-20 in first round of the 2025 NBA Draft!

Transcribed - Published: 26 June 2025

In part 1 of 3 of this very special edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon for live reaction & analysis to the first 10 draft picks & all the trades made in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft!

Transcribed - Published: 26 June 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Andrew Claudio (GMAC) to discuss the several NBA trades that have happened in the last 48 hours.

Transcribed - Published: 25 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the NBA Champion, Oklahoma City Thunder.

Transcribed - Published: 24 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the Eastern Conference Champion, Indiana Pacers.

Transcribed - Published: 24 June 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie joined by Bryce Simon to do their final 2025 NBA Mock Draft, where we try to guess what directions teams will go.

Transcribed - Published: 24 June 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, the Oklahoma City Thunder are NBA Champions, and Kevin Durant has been traded to the Houston Rockets. Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon talk about it all here!

Transcribed - Published: 23 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the New York Knicks (FINALLY).

Transcribed - Published: 21 June 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon to recap Game 6 of the NBA Final between the Pacers & Thunder. They also discuss the latest KD trade rumors, some NBA Draft news and more.

Transcribed - Published: 20 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the San Antonio Spurs.

Transcribed - Published: 19 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the Brooklyn Nets.

Transcribed - Published: 17 June 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon react to Game 5 of the NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder & the Indiana Pacers.

Transcribed - Published: 17 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the Washington Wizards.

Transcribed - Published: 16 June 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon discuss the stunning trade that sent Desond Bane to the Orlando Magic before they take part in another 2025 NBA Mock Draft with this year's official selections just 10 days away (47:45).

Transcribed - Published: 16 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the Milwaukee Bucks.

Transcribed - Published: 15 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the Utah Jazz.

Transcribed - Published: 14 June 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon to react to Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Thunder and Pacers. Then, they discuss the latest update in the Kevin Durant trade saga before going to the live chat and answer questions about the NBA Draft, NBA Free Agency and much more.

Transcribed - Published: 14 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the Charlotte Hornets.

Transcribed - Published: 13 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the New Orleans Pelicans

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon to react to Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the Thunder and Pacers (2:00). They also discuss Sam's completion of the 2025 NBA Draft Guide for the Athletic and a few topics surrounding this year's draft class (30:20).

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the Atlanta Hawks

Transcribed - Published: 11 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the Dallas Mavericks

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the Toronto Raptors

Transcribed - Published: 9 June 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon to recap Game 2 of the NBA Finals where the Thunder blew out the Pacers to even the series 1-1.

Transcribed - Published: 9 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the Houston Rockets.

Transcribed - Published: 8 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the Phoenix Suns

Transcribed - Published: 7 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the Golden State Warriors.

Transcribed - Published: 6 June 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon to react to Game 1 of the NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder & Indiana Pacers (2:00). They also react to other NBA news like the Knicks firing Tom Thibodeau (46:00), the Jazz hiring Austin Ainge (56:00), the Suns hiring Jordan Ott (1:08:49) and much more!

Transcribed - Published: 6 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the Los Angeles Lakers.

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Transcribed - Published: 4 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the Sacramento Kings

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the Portland Trail Blazers

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2025

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon to discuss the Indiana Pacers making it to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2000 (3:18) before being joined by Andrew Claudio aka "GMAC" to talk about the Knicks disappointing loss in the conference finals (29:32). They then preview the series between the Thunder & Pacers going through their favorite matchups, biggest advantages for both teams, official predictions for the series and much more (1:23:50)!

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the Miami Heat.

Transcribed - Published: 1 June 2025

In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon discuss the future of the Orlando Magic

Transcribed - Published: 31 May 2025