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Breaking Down LeBron James' Laker Debut + LaMelo Ball & Kings Trade Destinations | The Dunker Spot
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down the season debut of LeBron James, discussing the positives, growth areas, and things to keep track of as the sample grows.Then, they react to the recent reporting surrounding LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets. How did we get here, how solvable is it, and who are some potential fits for LaMelo if the plug is pulled?Finally, the guys check in on the Sacramento Kings. The vibes are bad and the record is worse; they discuss the current state and how they should move forward.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected] you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot(1:20) — LeBron James' debut(22:51) — LaMelo Ball discussion(43:13) — Should the Sacramento Kings blow this up? 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv
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12 big NBA questions with Tom Haberstroh + Boozer concerns and a Flagg debate with Sam Vecenie | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Kevin O’Connor and Tom Haberstroh answer the twelve biggest NBA questions at this point in the season, including whether Houston is a top-tier contender and which team should trade for Anthony Davis. Then they explain why star player injuries have increased and how the league can address this.Next, they discuss Coby White’s impact on the Bulls, Jonathan Kuminga’s fit with the Golden State Warriors and whether the Nets are featuring Michael Porter Jr. for a trade. Plus, they break down LeBron’s season debut, Bam Adebayo’s defensive player of the year odds and the best player comparisons for Kon Knueppel.Later, Sam Vecenie joins the show to break down which rookies are making an impact with this week’s edition of Draft Class.(0:22) Rockets' strange offense(7:27) Who should trade for AD?(13:21) Coby White's impact for Chicago(18:30) Where does Scoot fit with the Blazers?(20:35) Magic, Celtics & Bucks Finals odds(25:47) NBA injury issues(34:31) Updated assessment of Kuminga’s fit(41:27) Michael Porter Jr. recent performances(49:03) LeBron returns to Lakers' lineup(50:51) Bam Adebayo for DPOY?(53:54) Player comps for Kon Kneuppel(59:55) Derik Queen drops 30 on Nuggets(1:09:07) Draft Class with Sam Vecenie(1:20:29) Lottery Lessons: Cam Boozer(1:31:22) Lottery Lessons: AJ Dybantsa(1:39:13) Weekly Movers: Kingston Flemings 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv
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Way-too-early NBA awards & LeBron returns to Lakers lineup | The Big Number
Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine give their way-too-early awards for the NBA season thus far. They debate whether Shai Gilgeous-Alexander or Nikola Jokić should be the NBA MVP and whether the Rookie of the Year award should be awarded to Cooper Flagg or Cedric Coward. Next, they discuss why it’s a unanimous decision to give Victor Wembyanama the Defensive Player of the Year despite his injury and why Ryan Rollins has the strongest case for Most Improved Player of the Year.Plus, why has there been an increase in star player injuries this year? Tom gives his insight. Lastly, LeBron James made his season debut last night against the Utah Jazz. Will he continue to bring the Lakers to life? All that and more!1:14 SGA for MVP?4:10 Jokic for MVP?9:15 Honorable mention MVP: Giannis14:48 Rookie of the Year picks21:02 Wemby for Defensive Player of the Year?27:35 Ryan Rollins for most improved player?29:59 Jalen Duran for most improved player?37:07Jaime Jaquez Jr for 6moy?44:41 NBA star injury crisis55:41 LeBron makes his debut 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv
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NBA 'Good News/Bad News’ with Ariel Helwani & Molly Morrison | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Ariel Helwani joins Kevin O’Connor in-person for a look at the Knicks’ season so far, from Mike Brown’s uptempo system and deep bench rotation to the frustrations of injuries to Brunson and Anunoby. Kevin and Ariel also react to the latest on the Clippers-Kawhi drama.Then, Molly Morrison joins Kevin O’Connor to break down the latest NBA news including Victor Wembanyama’s injury and Jalen Duren’s rising star. Morrison shares insights on Ja Morant, the Grizzlies’ evolving identity and why her Memphis loyalty still runs deep despite roster chaos. The duo unpacks what makes Nikola Jokic’s elusive greatness so compelling and Molly recounts her journey from anonymous Twitter user to a unique voice in basketball media.(0:25) Ariel Helwani on the Knicks(10:58) Ariel Helwani on the Clippers(33:39) Molly Morrison on Victor Wembanyama(54:38) Molly Morrison on Ja Morant 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv
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Thunder Look Like Juggernauts, What's Wrong with the Timberwolves + Early All-Star Rosters | The Dunker Spot
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones roam the baseline with praise for the Oklahoma City Thunder and surprisingly-feisty Atlanta Hawks.Then, they check in on the Minnesota Timberwolves, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Milwaukee Bucks as they deal with teams working to take away their strengths.Finally, the guys do their first All-Star check-in of the season. Who's in? Who's close? What will the US-based teams look like?If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected] you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot(1:27) — Oklahoma City Thunder(20:42) — Atlanta Hawks(36:35) — Minnesota Timberwolves(51:01) — Cleveland Cavaliers(01:03:34) — Milwaukee Bucks(01:08:42) — All-Star check-in 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv
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