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Kevin O’Connor & Tom Haberstroh break down the latest offseason storylines, including Kevin Durant’s “delusional” Sixers-Warriors take and Draymond Green's future after not securing a no trade clause. The pair also discuss Anthony Davis’ future with the Washington Wizards, Dillon Brooks’ new deal with the Phoenix Suns and Kevin's evaluation of the Bucks and Kings for the 2026-27 season.

Later, Adam Gold joins the show to break down Tom Dundon's tenure as owner of the Carolina Hurricanes and if his controversial ownership style will translate to success in the NBA with the Portland Trail Blazers.

(1:02) KD comments on 76ers roster

(13:18) Draymond no trade clause

(20:05) Dillon Brooks extends with Suns

(23:13) AD & Wizards unlikely to extend

(29:35) NBA Entertainment Rankings: Bucks

(40:26) NBA Entertainment Rankings: Kings

(59:12) Adam Gold talks Tom Dundon

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Tom Haberstroh & Dan Devine dive into the surprising state of the 2026-27 NBA win projections spotlighting the East’s top teams. Will any team manage to eclipse 53 wins this season?

Tom & Dan also share their favorite way-too-early over-under picks and debate how roster changes and rising talent floors could reshape the playoff picture.

(1:13) The Big Number: Eastern Conference win projections

(18:08) Way too early overs

(55:41) Way too early unders

 

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We have a fun episode coming your way!

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones check in on the Dallas Mavericks after agreeing to an extension with Naji Marshall. From there, they broaden the conversation by power-ranking the Western Conference teams that missed the playoffs based on their likelihood of making it this season.

On the WNBA side, the guys break down the trade that sent Kelsey Plum to the Phoenix Mercury, then give their impressions of her debut. They also talk through the Tempo's acquisition of Aneesah Morrow, share their big picture takeaways from Sunday's Lynx-Fever matchup, then check in on Rhyne Howard and the Atlanta Dream.

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0:50 -- Dallas Mavericks

18:10 -- West non-playoff team power rankings 

34:09 -- Kelsey Plum trade + debut 

50:17 -- Aneesah Morrow to the Tempo 

56:40 -- Lynx-Fever takeaways 

01:10:02 -- Dream/Rhyne Howard check-in 

01:14:40 -- Cleveland has a name!

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We have a very special episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones celebrate their 500th episode. The pair share the origin story of The Dunker Spot, reflect on their favorite memories of doing the show together and hear from friends of the podcast.

Next, Chicago Sky head coach Tyler Marsh joins the program to discuss the Sky's biggest growth areas, DiJonai Carrington’s impact on the team and how he’s evolved as a coach.

Later, Siobhan Beslow joins the program to share her thoughts on Giannis to the Heat, which team from the W is her favorite to win it all and list potential MVP candidates.

Plus, Steve and Nekias take listener questions from the Dunkers!

0:00 Welcome

:35 Origin story of The Dunker Spot

12:40 Chicago Sky Tyler Marsh joins the show

31:48 Special message from Caitlin Cooper

36:45 Siobhan Beslow joins the show

55:12 Mailbag

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Kevin O'Connor kicks off his NBA entertainment rankings, starting with the Brooklyn Nets, who are coming off a tough 20-win season. Are Mikel Brown Jr. or Egor Demin potential franchise-changers, or is this just another rebuilding year for Brooklyn?

KOC also shares stories from his weekend in New York City and expresses concerns for the Denver Nuggets this upcoming season. 

(0:35) NBA Entertainment rankings: Brooklyn Nets

(6:11) NYC weekend recap

(13:52) Time to worry about the Nuggets?

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