BT & Sal dive into the fallout of Giannis Antetokounmpo's calf strain, debating the conspiracy theories about whether the two-to-four-week injury is a power play to force a trade to the Knicks. Sal argues that Jalen Brunson is "untouchable" and that acquiring Giannis now is necessary to maximize the Knicks' championship window. The discussion pivots to the MLB Hot Stove as they examine the odds for several Japanese stars heading to New York. They break down the pursuit of infielder Kaz Okamoto (Yankees favored) and the intriguing pitcher Tatsuya Imai, who declared he wants to "beat the Dodgers." The hosts also weigh the cost of Japanese pitchers, discussing the impact of extra rest days on a team's rotation. The consensus: the Knicks must strike now for a championship, whether with Giannis or another star, as the window is wide open.