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Kevin O’Connor & Tom Haberstroh dive deep into the unfolding Giannis Antetokounmpo trade saga ahead of the February 5th deadline. The pair give an extensive breakdown of the teams—Warriors, Timberwolves, Hawks, Heat, Knicks and more—positioned to make big moves for the Bucks superstar.

They also debate which teams stand to benefit most from their lottery odds in a loaded NBA Draft, analyze Ja Morant’s market value, talk Michael Porter Jr. trade destinations and more!

(0:44) Giannis 'ready for a new home'
(6:52) Warriors case for getting Giannis
(9:57) Should Timberwolves trade for Giannis?
(20:29) Rockets & Spurs not interested in Giannis trade
(28:46) Could Blazers facilitate the trade?
(36:14) 5 teams for Ja Morant
(44:48) Should Lakers trade for MPJ?
(54:05) Draft Class: Dybantsa vs. Peterson
(1:06:47) KOC Show mailbag

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It's an emergency live podcast for today’s Big Number! Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine react to Giannis Antetokounmpo’s trade request from the Milwaukee Bucks.
The pair discuss the paltry roster Milwaukee has built around the Greek Freak that has him “ready for a new home,” and mull over potential trade scenarios. Do the New York Knicks and the Miami Heat have a shot at Antetokounmpo? Are there any dark horse candidates that can provide the Bucks’ demand for young talent and draft picks? Can Stephen Curry and Giannis team up in the Bay?
That and more in today’s Big Number!
(1:14) Giannis 'ready for a new home'
(15:44) Giannis to Nets?
(29:22) Giannis to Heat?
(35:54) Giannis to Hawks?
(42:10) Why Giannis won't go to New York
(55:42) Giannis to Pistons?
(1:03:07) Giannis to Spurs?
(1:10:29) What if Giannis stays with Bucks?
Single sentence summary: Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine react to Giannis Antetokounmpo’s trade request from the Milwaukee Bucks.

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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down whether what we're seeing across the NBA is a 'Trend' or a 'Trap'? From there, the guys dive into the big questions that the Magic and the Bucks have to answer ahead of the trade deadline. Is it time for Milwaukee to move on from Giannis? The Rising Stars rosters are out! Who deserved the nod, and who got snubbed?
To wrap things up, they take a look at the action from Unrivaled, corner threes, no calls, dunks, and more!

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(0:00) Welcome
(01:30) Trend or Trap?
(2:22) Trend or Trap: Cade Cunningham vs. traps
(28:54)Teams with the biggest question marks
(54:41)NBA Rising Stars announced
(01:00:54) Unrivaled takeaways

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We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
The New York Knicks have struggled since their NBA Cup win over the Spurs; Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones assess their concern level, talk
through what's wrong, and discuss potential fixes to turn things around.
From there, the guys continue their mid-season award check-ins by talking through their Rookie of the Year, All-Rookie Team, and Coach
of the Year selections. Finally, they close by previewing the upcoming slate of Unrivaled games.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected].
1:37 -- New York Knicks discussion
35:20 -- Rookie awards
01:31:02— Coach of the Year
01:37:05 -- Unrivaled weekend preview

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Kevin O’Connor and Tom Haberstroh discuss the implications of Jimmy Butler’s season-ending ACL injury and what’s next for the Warriors. Does Golden State need to make a trade to save their season?
Next, the duo breaks down Wemby’s jump shot development, reacts to the details of the Lakers’ drama with Jeanie Buss and LeBron James, and discusses the Knicks’ bounce back performance over the Nets.
Later, they share the five NBA teams that must make a trade before the deadline. How can the Orlando Magic improve their shooting and what will it take to make the San Antonio Spurs legitimate contenders? Plus, Tyler Rucker joins for this week’s NBA Draft Class and Lottery Lessons.
(0:38) Jimmy Butler out for season with ACL injury
(19:55) Is Wemby's jumpshot his greatest weakness?
(28:54) Los Angeles Lakers off-court drama
(38:32) New York Knicks obliterate Brooklyn Nets
(44:09) 5 NBA teams that need to make a trade
(01:13:48) Draft Class with Tyler Rucker

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