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KOC is joined by Tom Haberstroh as the guys react to the absolutely unbelievable game-winning buzzer beater from Josh Giddey. LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers lose in devastating fashion (mostly because of LeBron's careless late turnover), and now it has the guys wondering if the Chicago Bulls are BACK?? Plus the Indiana Pacers scored HOW MANY points last night vs the hapless Wizards? And Kev and Tom weigh in on how fun an Indiana-Detroit Pistons First Round matchup would be. Plus Adam Silver's press conference on Thursday covered everything from NBA Expansion in Europe, (and Seattle/Las Vegas), how All-Star Weekend needs to change (again!), and how Tanking can be addressed. And don't miss the guys' thoughts on Cooper Flagg's masterpiece performance vs Arizona that sent them to the Elite 8, along with Coach John Calipari's Arkansas squad blowing a massive lead to Texas Tech, and Alabama's historic night from 3-point land.
Then, Thinking Basketball's Ben Taylor joins Kevin O'Connor to discuss the cutting-edge strategies being implemented by the "futuristic" Oklahoma City Thunder. Are the Boston Celtics on that level, too? Plus, Ben is blown away by what he's seeing from LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers, he just wonders if they'll be able to keep it up over the course of the Playoffs. And Ben weighs on why so many fans complain about the volume of 3-pointers being shot in today's "modern" NBA, and how the league may need to address it.
(1:05) Lakers lose on Bulls buzzer-beater
(6:28) Pacers put up 162 pts on Wizards
(9:34) Current Eastern Conference playoff matchups
(12:01) Adam Silver comments on NBA expansion
(18:34) Silver admits All-Star game missed the mark
(23:46) Could NIL in college hoops end NBA tanking?
(35:32) Cooper Flagg shines in Duke win vs. Arizona
(39:31) Texas Tech rallies back to beat Arkansas
(44:55) Alabama shoots record 3’s vs. BYU
(48:18) Ben Taylor of Thinking Basketball joins
(48:59) Are Celtics title favorites?
(56:28) Draymond Green deserving DPOY favorite?
(1:02:25) Is Camara a modern-day Pippen?
(1:08:40) 2024 NBA re-draft
(1:12:01) A Thinking Basketball video on Bronny?
(1:13:28) Assessment of Lakers recent skid
(1:22:55) Banchero bounces back
(1:23:01) Modern vs. ‘old school’ NBA
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On this episode of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine weigh in on why Anthony Davis is THE most important player with 10 games remaining in the NBA regular season. Patrick Dumont and Nico Harrison get to see whether their high-stakes gamble pays off in the short term, as AD currently has an outside shot to drag the Dallas Mavericks into the Play-In and then perhaps the Playoffs. Plus, Dan explains how the next tier of "most important players" with 10 games to go includes Aaron Gordon, Devin Booker, Jaden McDaniels and Kawhi Leonard — with the Western Conference Playoff picture heating up more each day. And the guys discuss Damian Lillard's DVT diagnosis and how it impacts the Milwaukee Bucks in the short-term, and perhaps additionally impacting Giannis Antetokounmpo's future with Milwaukee in the long run.
(1:00) - Big Number: Can Anthony Davis carry the Dallas Mavericks?
(16:45) - Aaron Gordon elevates the Denver Nuggets defense
(21:20) - Devin Booker's impact on the Phoenix Suns
(25:30) - Kawhi Leonard surging with the Los Angeles Clippers
(29:00) - Jaden McDaniels is sinking 3's for the Minnesota Timberwolves
(33:45) - Over/under scoreboard update
(37:15) - LeBron says Giannis could score 250 a game in the 1970's
(41:10) - Where do the Milwaukee Bucks go from here?
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On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Dan Titus react to the unfortunate news about Damian Willard being out indefinitely due to a blood clot.
Next, Vince and Dan unpack LeBron James candid interview on Pat McAfee where he expresses his interest in having a relationship with Michael Jordan and claps back at Stephen A. Smith for his remarks about Bronny James.
Later, Vince and Dan discuss Jimmy Butler’s return to South Beach and why Heat culture is dead.
(01:26) Damian Lillard out indefinitely
(4:07) What’s next for the Milwaukee Bucks?
(13:29) LeBron want relationship with Michael Jordan
(21:39) LeBron says Giannis could dominate the 70’s
(28:08) LeBron claps back at Stephen A Smith
(34:36) Conversations surrounding Bronny James
(39:29) Jimmy Butler return to Miami
(43:56) Heat culture is dead
(46:01) Jimmy Butler doing it his way
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Kevin O'Connor reunites with Chris Vernon on the latest episode of The Kevin O'Connor Show, delivering 10 semi-bold predictions for the NBA season's remainder and the NBA Draft. KOC and Verno kick off sharing discontent with the Memphis Grizzlies' performance and speculate that both the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder and Cleveland Cavaliers might miss the NBA Finals.
The guys also suggest that a healthy Kawhi Leonard may make a dangerous run in the NBA Playoffs, that Chicago's Josh Giddey could be in line for a huge payday this offseason and Verno goes off on the league, predicting that massive competitive balance changes will come this offseason to address tanking and star players resting.
Finally, the pair close out with two NBA draft-themed predictions coming out of the ongoing NCAA tournament.
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(2:30) - Memphis will miss the playoffs
(11:05) - CLE & OKC will miss NBA Finals
(17:05) - OKC sweeps their first-round series
(21:35) - LAC wins at least 3 playoff games
(26:15) - Josh Giddey becomes $100 million man
(30:25) - Dame/Giannis duo will fail & Milwaukee cleans house
(38:45) - NBA enacts sweeping competitive balance changes to appease TV partners
(52:20) - Nique Clifford is a lottery pick this June
(56:50) - Boogie Fland is drafted as a first rounder
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On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and James Edwards discuss whether LeBron or Nikola Jokic’s injury is the greater concern moving forward and which team has a better chance to succeed in the postseason if their stars are hobbled.
Next, Vince and Dan take a look at the New York Knicks roster construction and if last season’s success led the team to make pivotal mistakes with the current roster.
Later, can Jimmy Butler be special in the postseason for the Warriors? And Cade Cunningham’s opportunity to be the next NBA superstar.
(02:15) Bigger injury concern: LeBron or Jokic
(12:32) Are the Nuggets overrated?
(16:40) Rockets look like a dangerous team
(21:51) Are the Knicks worn down?
(24:40) Is the Knicks roster poorly constructed?
(36:36) Can Playoff Jimmy emerge for the Warriors?
(48:57) Cade Cunningham next NBA superstar?
(58:12) NBA is better when the Pistons are good
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Kevin O'Connor is joined by Tom Haberstroh to answer 14 big NBA questions at the moment: Is Austin Reaves the modern day Manu Ginobili? Is Giannis' legacy taking a major hit this season? Could "Skinny Kawhi" help the Clippers go on an improbable Playoff run? Plus the guys talk Nikola Jokic and whether the Denver Nuggets' big man is seriously injured, the concern level surrounding the Cleveland Cavaliers after suffering a 3rd straight loss, who will get the 10-seed between the Phoenix Suns and Portland Trail Blazers, the Boston Celtics being sold for a record amount of money, the Houston Rockets' 8-game win streak and which East sleeper goes on the deeper run between the Indiana Pacers and Detroit Pistons. All this and more on this monster 14-pack of NBA questions KOC needs you to think about.
(0:40) Are the Clippers formidable with Kawhi ‘back?’
(5:41) Concerned for Cavaliers?
(9:23) Reaves steps up for Lakers
(15:36) Can Phoenix hang on to the 10 seed?
(19:58) Anthony Davis nearing a return
(22:30) Are Warriors still top-tier title contenders?
(25:26) 21 stars did not play Wednesday
(31:10) Nuggets struggle without Jokic
(34:03) Who’s to blame for Bucks failures?
(40:28) Celtics sold for $6.1 billion
(45:26) Who can make a deeper run: Pacers or Pistons?
(49:12) Where should Amen Thompson play for Rockets?
(51:27) What’s wrong with the Grizzlies?
(53:28) NCAA Tourney predictions
(55:52) Favorite mid-lottery prospects
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The Big Number this week looks at the spectacular season being had by Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks. Could the Greek Freak finish 3rd in the MVP race, despite how disappointing the team has been? Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine reveal that Giannis is putting up numbers that we've never seen before, but no one is talking about it. That probably has something to do with the Bucks being WINLESS against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Boston Celtics, New York Knicks, Golden State Warriors and Oklahoma City Thunder this season. Tuesday night's loss to Golden State was bad enough that Doc Rivers called a meeting with Giannis and Damian Lillard to try and pull the Bucks out of a "dire" situation.
(3:30) - Does Giannis deserve more MVP buzz?
(13:25) - Celtics' lead over Bucks helps Tatum's case
(17:55) - Is the Cavs' talented roster hurting Donovan Mitchell's case?
(24:50) - Too little too late for Anthony Edwards?
(28:15) - Jalen Brunson is elevating the Knicks
(32:15) - Over/under scoreboard update
(33:05) - Are the Bucks a one & done playoff team?
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Kevin O'Connor and Mark Titus unveil their first-ever March Madness NBA Prospect Draft! Mark says the #1 overall player on both offense and defense in the coming NBA Draft is Cooper Flagg, which has both guys realizing the Duke phenom compares to football's 2-way stud, Travis Hunter. Mark drafts a full 5-man starting lineup of prospects participating in March Madness, including a 6th Man. Kevin then drafts his 5-man starting lineup including the 1st guy off his bench. Some of the names they discuss: Jase Richardson (Michigan State), VJ Edgecombe (Baylor), Kon Knueppel (Duke), Derik Queen (Maryland), Jeremiah Fears (Oklahoma), and more. Plus both guys weigh in on the disappointment of Rutgers not being in The Tournament, which means America misses out on getting to see the brilliant play of both Ace Bailey and Dylan Harper (boo!)
And then, 14-year NBA veteran Marcus Morris did NOT hold back in his debut appearance on the KOC Show, going absolutely scorched earth on Daryl Morey -- "I don't trust Daryl Morey!" Marcus explains his disdain for the Philadelphia 76ers' VP of Basketball Operations in this MUST-watch sitdown interview. Plus Marcus takes Kevin behind the scenes of how he found out his brother Markieff was traded with Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. Morris also believes the Oklahoma City Thunder could be upset by the Los Angeles Clippers in the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, and explains why the Cleveland Cavaliers won't get by the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference Finals.
(0:27) - Mark Titus joins
(2:08) - Titus' NBA draft prospect locks
(33:45) - Ace Bailey & Dylan Harper miss March Madness
(37:30) - KOC's NBA draft prospect gambles
(1:06:25) - Marcus Morris joins
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Let the NBA Draft Lottery tanking COMMENCE! De'Aaron Fox of the San Antonio Spurs, out for the year. Paul George, likely done for the year. The Mavs, well they're not TRYING to tank but it's happening anyway because DuMont and Nico Harrison's respective visions for the Dallas Mavericks continue to blow up in their face. The Miami Heat, we can't tell if they're tanking or just plain stink. The Utah Jazz are tanking in plain sight (and getting fined for it). But there's plenty of good too -- Tom Haberstroh tells Kevin O'Connor that the Golden State Warriors are officially a "top-tier" title contender, right up there with the Cavs, Thunder and Celtics. It's all on this fresh new episode of The KOC Show.
Plus, former NBA star Gordon Hayward joins Kevin O'Connor to break down Cooper Flagg's injury, and what this could mean for #1-ranked Duke's immediate future with The Tournament looming. Hayward explains how after he saw the Flagg injury, the first thing he thought of was his own gruesome ankle injury. KOC and Gordon also talk about which players for Duke will now need to step up, including Kon Knueppel. Gordon also reacts to his alma mater Butler losing on Thursday to #6 St. John's.
(1:28) NBA teams beginning to tank
(1:59) Utah Jazz fined
(2:35) San Antonio Spurs tanking?
(3:50) Philadelphia 76ers tanking?
(7:26) Miami Heat tanking?
(10:47) Are teams tanking for Cooper Flagg?
(13:22) Portland Trail Blazers are NOT tanking
(20:49) Mikal Bridges comments on ‘minutes’
(27:41) DuMont comments on Luka trade
(35:47) Golden State Warriors title contenders?
(43:43) Minnesota Timberwolves title contenders?
(52:33) Why incentives matter in NBA postseason
(58:17) Gordon Hayward joins the show
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On this episode of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh & Dan Devine dive deep into the seismic shift in the Golden State Warriors' performance since Jimmy Butler's arrival. From being one of the sloppiest teams in the NBA to now leading the league in free throws made with fewer turnovers than ever, Butler has reshaped the Warriors into a mistake-free juggernaut. The pair break down his impressive individual stats, including how he's driving efficiency on both ends without dominating the ball, and what his presence has done to increase Steph Curry’s scoring, pushing him to one of his most efficient stretches ever. Could Butler’s addition be the missing piece to a Warriors’ NBA title run?Tom & Dan also take a close look at how the Warriors have adjusted in non-Steph minutes, with Jimmy’s impressive numbers filling the gap when Curry sits, and discuss the effectiveness of their new small-ball lineup. Plus, the impact of Jonathan Kuminga’s potential return and how his presence could further bolster Golden State’s depth as they head into the postseason. With Butler's impact stretching from offense to defense, could this midseason trade go down as one of the best in NBA history?
(1:15) - Big Number: Jimmy Butler revitalizes Golden State
(16:25) - Steph’s improved shooting
(22:00) - Warriors’ new & improved net rating
(24:15) - Golden State small-ball starting five
(28:00) - Kuminga to return after ankle injury
(33:50) - Over/under scoreboard update
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On this edition of The Kevin O'Connor Show, KOC welcomes in Steve Jones Jr. to help him break down the chaos of the NBA at the moment. The Nuggets and Thunder split their back-to-back, but KOC feels like an MVP may have emerged. More importantly, what did he and Steve learn about both teams? Can Denver be trusted to turn it on this postseason, and is Jalen Williams a viable #2 option on a Championship contender? Speaking of contenders, the Milwaukee Bucks' chances of going on a deep run are thoroughly dissected. Winless against the East's top teams, does anyone believe in Giannis Antetokounmpo and company? Will the Cleveland Cavaliers ever lose again? Would Cooper Flagg really stay one more year at Duke? And don't worry Atlanta Hawks fans, KOC is finally ready to talk Zaccharie Risacher.
(00:40) - Takeaways from Thunder-Nuggets series
(14:05) - Grizzlies def. Suns 120-118
(25:30) - Cavs on 14-game win streak
(36:15) - Do Bucks still have a shot this season?
(42:10) - How LeBron and Amen Thompson’s injuries affect the playoff picture
(49:00) - Rookie Report: The French Guys (& Cooper Flagg)
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On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Dan Woike react to LeBron James’ groin injury and take a look at how accountability from JJ Redick and veterans like Markieff Morris have benefited James and the Los Angeles Lakers season.
Next, Vince and Dan revisit the incident with LeBron and Stephen A. Smith an unpack how it is very difficult to cover Bronny James.
Later, Vince and Dan break down the close MVP race between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic and if the Thunder or Cavaliers are more likely to reach the NBA Finals.
(02:22) LeBron injures groin against Boston
(08:00) JJ Redick doing a great job coaching
(15:06) JJ Redick, Markieff Morris holding LeBron accountable
(21:53) Lakers still playing great without Luka at his best
(28:00) LeBron confrontation with Stephen A.
(45:37) MVP Conversation
(53:26) More Likely to Happen: Cavaliers or Thunder make it to NBA Finals
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Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh dive into the Lakers' thrilling overtime victory against the Knicks in this episode of The Kevin O'Connor Show. How concerned should Knicks fans be about Jalen Brunson's ankle injury, and does Thibs deserve any blame for the star guard's usage down the stretch? Plus, the OT heroics of Luka Doncic prove yet again why Nico Harrison made "the dumbest trade" in the history of sports.
Plus KOC and Tom rank the current Western Conference Play-In picture teams currently seeded from #6-through-#12. How awesome would it be to get a Golden State Warriors vs Los Angeles Lakers series in Round 1 of the Playoffs? Speaking of the Dubs, the guys break down Draymond Green's foot-in-mouth comments about Karl-Anthony Towns missing the Knicks-Warriors game. And their hilarious recap of the Charles Barkley vs Kendrick Perkins "media feud" that took place on social media Thursday night.
Later, 2025's #1 recruit and BYU commit AJ Dybantsa sits down with KOC to talk his greatest inspirations, why he plays basketball, his expectations for the NBA and much more.
(00:45) - KOC's West Play-In power rankings
(25:20) - Do NBA coaches need to experiment more?
(31:30) - Jalen Brunson suffers ankle injury
(36:00) - NBA media drama: Draymond & KAT, Charles Barkley & Kendrick Perkins
(42:25) - Best restaurants in Portland
(47:00) - AJ Dybantsa on life & basketball
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On this edition of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine take a look at every single front-runner for each of the NBA Awards: MVP, Most Improved Player, 6th Man of the Year, Coach of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year. Will the current favorites hang on for the next month? Tom and Dan break down SGA's chances of winning his 1st MVP, and whether LeBron James has a true, viable path to chasing him down (in LeBron chasedown fashion). Evan Mobley is the current DPOY favorite, but Tom explains why he "hates" that. Could Evan's head coach Kenny Atkinson be caught by JB Bickerstaff? Cade Cunningham leads MIP as the Pistons dream season continues, but should former #1 overall picks even be eligible for that award? And the nominees that could catch Payton Pritchard for 6MOY. Plus the guys weigh in on the devastating Kyrie Irving news as it pertains to his looming contract situation, and go in hard on Mavericks GM Nico Harrison.
(1:40) - Big Number: SGA or Jokic for MVP? (or LeBron?)
(18:55) - Little Number: Defensive Player of the Year
(25:20) - Little Number: Coach of the Year
(29:50) - Little Number: 6th Man of the Year
(34:35) - Most Improved Player
(42:55) - Scoreboard update: Tom ties it
(44:50) - What Kyrie's injury means for Dallas'
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I’ve got a lot on my mind watching the NBA as of late, and on this pod I’m unleashing some of those takes. Some are hot. Others are mild. After opening with some thoughts on the Phoenix Suns and Philadelphia 76ers, I brought on three guests to discuss the rest. Jared Weiss, who covers the NBA for The Athletic, talked Boston Celtics, Cleveland Cavaliers and Denver Nuggets. Then Legend Of Winning came on to discuss the Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers, before Bryce Simon made his second appearance to talk Detroit Pistons and some NBA Draft.
(00:30) - Devin Booker needs to request a trade
(2:20) - NBA should change the play-in rules
(4:50) - Celtics are still the favorites in the East
(18:35) - Nuggets need to play their young guys
(21:05) - Lakers are best-equipped team to take out OKC
(44:00) - James Harden needs to adapt
(54:25) - LOW calls out KOC’s dunk contest takes
(1:02:05) - Could the Pistons win a playoff series?
(1:22:15) - NBA draft takes: Jase Richardson & Danny Wolf
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After yet another night of Stephortless Brongevity, Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh are wondering if Father Time has lost his powers. Steph Curry drops 56 (including 12 threes!) vs. the hapless Orlando Magic, and LeBron James continues to rewrite the history books after a 3-and-D clinic vs the Minnesota Timberwolves. All of that "Face of the League" talk can be quieted, as KOC and Tom point out that these two might STILL be in their primes. Speaking of the "face of the league" comments from King James, Kevin and Tom agree -- the way the national media covers the game right now is STALE.
Also on this episode of The KOC Show: the Denver Nuggets fell to the Milwaukee Bucks and the guys think THE BLAME GAME is about to fall squarely on Russell Westbrook. Uh oh. Plus, the season of misery continues for the Phoenix Suns. They fell to the New Orleans Pelicans and Zion Williamson, who logged his first triple-double -- maybe thanks to Zion's new tattoo? Plus Kevin and Tom hit the streaking Detroit Pistons, the surging Portland Trailblazers, pay homage to Gregg Popovich, and discuss Paul George's temporary leave from podcasting life.
(0:48) Steph drops 56 pts on Magic
(19:50) Bucks defeat Nuggets at home
(29:19) Lakers take down Timberwolves
(37:53) LeBron on being “face of the league”
(43:29) Zion’s new tattoo
(50:53) Suns lose to struggling Pelicans
(58:02) Anthony Edwards double technical
(1:01:32) Popovich won’t return this season
(1:03:32) Paul George breaks from podcasting
(1:04:07) Blazers recent success
(1:06:51) Can Pistons make run in playoffs?
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Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine have stumbled across undeniable evidence: the 2024-25 Cleveland Cavaliers are the best team in franchise history. Yes, better than the 2016 title-winning team (sorry, LeBron!) by EVERY statistical measure. The Big Number this week focuses on the Cavs' margin of victory, which has now encroached "all-time great" status. The ascent of Evan Mobley, the MIP case for Ty Jerome, how Kenny Atkinson and Koby Altman have been right with every decision, the addition of De'Andre Hunter, how this has been the best individual seasons for both Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland... and how Max Strus is playing the Cavs' "Steph Curry" role (don't worry: Tom and Dan will explain)! The Cavs are absurdly good and this episode will tell you what has been "The Diff."
Plus — the Los Angeles Lakers are somehow BETTER defensively with Luka Doncic than they were with Anthony Davis. How is that possible?? Tom and Dan have you covered on every angle from LeBron past to LeBron present on this must-watch installment of The Big Number.
(1:00) - The Big Diff: Cavs' historic point differential
(13:35) - Cavs' insane offensive rating+
(17:35) - Cavs have 20% of the top players in win share per 48 min
(22:15) - Evan Mobley's impact on Cavs offense
(28:35) - 10 Cavs players averaging 19+ minutes per game
(34:30) - Over/under scoreboard update
(35:10) - Reacting to Luka Doncic against the Mavericks
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Are you tossing and turning at night thinking about all the unanswered questions going on in the NBA right now with just 6 weeks left in the regular season? Kevin O'Connor is dealing with some BAD insomnba, which is like insomnia — just way worse. KOC is tormented wondering if the Suns could actually MISS the Play-In. No way... right? Is the Joel Embiid Era in Philadelphia finally over? Will the New York Knicks problems be fixed with the return of Mitchell Robinson, or will they continue to REGRET the Mikal Bridges trade? Is Paolo Banchero even good?!? Are the Cleveland Cavaliers now built to OVERCOME the Boston Celtics? Will Ja Morant ever return to his old form in the Memphis Grizzlies new-look offense? Was Kevin dumb for thinking the Golden State Warriors should have blown it up? As you can see, it is a BAD case of insomnba. Counting sheep hasn't helped, but voicing his concerns on this episode of The Kevin O'Connor Show might do the trick.
(00:25) - Do I regret suggesting GSW blow it up?
(3:20) - Will small ball benefit the Los Angeles Lakers?
(5:30) - Can Ja find himself in Memphis' new-look O?
(7:30) - Are the Phoenix Suns about to miss the play-in?
(27:45) - Is Paolo Banchero actually any good?
(30:25) - Is it worth holding onto hope for the Milwaukee Bucks?
(32:25) - Can new-look Cavs perform better vs. Boston?
(33:15) - Does Mitchell Robinson complete the Knicks?
(53:00) - Who’s going to start tanking?
(56:20) - Is the Joel Embiid era over in Philly?
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Vincent Goodwill and Bomani Jones do a deep dive on the criticism the NBA has received for the current style of play.
Vince and Bomani then breakdown the Los Angeles Lakers victory over the Denver Nuggets and if their defensive effort will be sustainable in the playoffs.
Later, Vince and Bomani praise Gregg Popovich and discuss what the Philadelphia 76ers should do with Joel Embiid.
(01:13) PK Subban criticizes NBA players
(04:47) NBA culture, style of play being heavily scrutinized
(32:52) Lakers-Nuggets reaction
(39:36) Potential matchups in NBA playoffs
(52:29) Gregg Popovich out for season
(53:19) Joel Embiid knee injury
(57:07) Gregg Popovich the best coach ever?
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On this episode of The Big Number Tom Haberstroh & Dan Devine react to Draymond Green's stunning proclamation that the Golden State Warriors "WILL" win the NBA title this season. They don't agree, but it did give them a good idea — which long shots COULD win the Larry O in June? Find out why the Houston Rockets, LA Clippers, and Minnesota Timberwolves all met the threshold as teams with long odds that do have a viable path to pay dirt. Come for the longshot betting tips backed up by the numbers, stay for the Sisqo "Thong Song" reenactment — this episode has it all!
(1:10) - The Big Number: our Draymond Green-level championship sleeper picks
(14:55) - Jamal Murray and the surging Denver Nuggets
(19:00) - Are we underestimating the Memphis Grizzlies?
(25:35) - Can Brunson & Anunoby elevate the New York Knicks?
(29:15) - Are we sleeping on the Timberwolves?
(33:35) - Over/Under scoreboard update
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