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Hot Take Point Made is a CS:GO talk show, hosted by Duncan "Thorin" Shields, Alex "Mauisnake" Ellenberg, and Aleksandar "kassad" Trifunović, where each host brings their hottest takes for the group to discuss

Hot Take Point Made

Will FaZe win a Tier 1 event in 2026?! Counter-Strike debates explode in this episode of Hot Take Point Made as Thorin, Mauisnake, and kassad tackle some of the boldest, most divisive takes in the current CS2 scene. From questioning FaZe’s future at the top to brutal IGL rankings and player ceilings, this episode is packed with sharp analysis, disagreement, and unapologetic opinions.

 

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MAKAZZE IS BETTER THAN KYOUSUKE

Does dev1ce need to be removed from 100 Thieves?! Counter-Strike drama heats up in this episode as we break down whether dev1ce is officially washed, how FaZe vs. Aurora is being mispriced, why CS2’s MR12 rules change everything, and why FUT Esports might instantly become elite with s1mple. We also look ahead at IEM Cologne Major qualification, discuss why G2 is nowhere near a top-10 team, and revisit why the old Astralis 6 and 7-man lineups actually worked.

 

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dev1ce NEEDS TO BE REMOVED FROM 100T

Vitality needs to lose to MOUZ in order to be the best team! This episode dives deep into Counter-Strike history, era legitimacy, and the ongoing debates around Vitality’s dominance, MOUZ’s lack of S‑tier trophies, and whether rival strength shapes how eras are remembered. The hosts also break down why Falcons are struggling, heavily critique Zonic’s coaching style, and discuss leadership, communication, player culture, and what’s holding certain star‑studded lineups back.

 

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WHY VITALITY NEED TO LOSE TO BE THE BEST TEAM

jL should not be an analyst for any more matches at IEM Krakow! This episode delivers some of the hottest and most chaotic takes in Counter-Strike, starting with a bold claim that jL shouldn’t be an analyst at IM Krakow until he proves himself at smaller events. The hosts dive into MOUZ’s struggles, arguing the team is “too soft,” lacks energy, and may be held back by an overly polite internal culture that avoids conflict or accountability. We finish with a look at a spicy prediction on whether s1mple will retire soon.

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jL SHOULD NOT BE AN ANALYST...

We break down whether NiKo ruined CS by pioneering the super‑team era, analyze PARIVISION’s rise and why Jame’s teams may never reach another Major playoff, reveal why modern rivalries lack the identity of classic era matchups, and discuss how today’s meta pressures every young talent to chase super teams instead of building long-term cores.

 

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NIKO RUINED COUNTER-STRIKE

The crew breaks down why claiming apEX isn’t a Top 3 IGL is a “stupid take” and argues he’s actually the best leader in Counter‑Strike right now. They also revisit the s1mple BC.Game saga, explaining why his late‑season burnout may not matter now that he finally has a real roster behind him. The discussion turns to soulfly’s tough start with Aurora and why he may be labeled a “bust” despite the issues being out of his control. Finally, the hosts deliver a bold prediction: Team Spirit will win at most one event this year, citing role issues, recycled players, and unrealistic expectations around donk’s impact.

 

 

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WHY SPIRIT GOT WORSE... THEY WON'T WIN!

Close out the year with the final 2025 episode of Hot Take Point Made as Thorin, kassad, and Mauisnake go off on fan hot takes, Counter-Strike’s best IGLs, and the future of CS talent. The boys start by absolutely dismantling a viewer suggestion to play the “decider” map first in best-of-threes, using it as a springboard to talk about MR12, series pacing, and why format changes aren’t the solution.

 

 

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WHY FURIA HAD THE WORST FAIL IN CS2 MAJOR HISTORY

In this episode of Hot Take Point Made, the crew dives deep into the CS2 Major and deliver some of the spiciest roster and tournament predictions yet.

 

 

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FALCONS WILL WIN THE BUDAPEST MAJOR

In this episode of Hot Take Point Made, the crew dives into some of the spiciest Counter-Strike talking points yet!

 

 

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WHY SENZU SHOULD GO TO NAVI | HOW DO YOU FIX AURORA?!

In this episode of Hot Take Point Made, the crew dives deep into controversial Counter-Strike debates! From ranking national CS teams to dissecting HLTV's Rating 3.0 and MVP awards, no topic is off-limits.

 
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WHO IS THE GREATEST CS PLAYER FROM NORTH AMERICA?

Thorin, Mauisnake, and kassad swap Counter-Strike hot takes on the Astralis era, Jame, VP, donk and Spirit, G2, NiKo, m0NESY, and Falcons!

 
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SPIRIT WON'T WIN TITLES BECAUSE OF DONK / NIKO & M0NESY WON'T WIN A MAJOR

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