BT & Sal go off on the Knicks' post-game hype, mocking the "Dudes, Doggs" fanfare and arguing that the excitement over Mike Brown's deep, 11-man rotation is completely "overblown." BT believes a tighter rotation of the best five players is better for the playoffs, questioning the benefit of "laying off the gas" in the regular season. Sal defends Brown's offensive-focused approach and a minutes philosophy that keeps stars like Brunson and Towns fresher, but they both acknowledge the new system hasn't delivered yet, citing Brunson's rough 1-for-9 shooting night. They debate which coach's style—Thibodeau's grit or Brown's new pace—is the real recipe for a Finals run.