Topic: Daryl Morey

Houston Rockets General Manager Daryl Morey sparked an international crisis by tweeting support for pro-democracy protesters in Hong Kong. The Chinese Basketball Association suspended ties with the Rockets, and Chinese broadcasters stopped airing their games. The segment highlights the historical importance of basketball in China and the influence of Hall of Famer Yao Ming on the team's popularity.

The hosts speculate on why Daryl Morey would send such a high-risk tweet, suggesting he may have been encouraged by outside political forces. They also consider if the NBA controversy is serving as a distraction from more significant issues in the China-U.S. relationship, such as 5G network security and espionage.