Cooper Flagg vs. Bronny and more Summer League takeaways + State of basketball in LA | Kevin O'Connor Show
How did Cooper Flagg fare in his NBA Summer League debut? KOC breaks down the Mavericks' matchup against the Lakers, with Dallas edging out Los Angeles 87-85. He shares more of his observations from around the league, including Herb Jones' contract extension with the New Orleans Pelicans. Then, KOC is joined by Jason Timpf from Hoops Tonight and Daman Rangoola from Stratechery to discuss the state of basketball in Los Angeles. Is LeBron James' silence towards Deandre Ayton a sign he wants out of LA? And which Western Conference team is most likely to take out the OKC Thunder in next year's playoffs?(0:26) - Biggest takeaways from day 1 of NBA Summer League(5:30) - What’s going on with Lebron and the Lakers?(23:43) - Are the Clippers or Lakers in a better position to win this season?(32:58) - Which team is best poised to come out of the West next season?
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Chet Holmgren gets extension, Draymond Green comments on free agency and understanding the first & second apron | Good Word with Goodwill
On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Dan Titus react to Chet Holmgren getting a huge $250 Million deal from the Oklahoma City Thunder and discuss if the team can keep its young core intact under the NBA’s Collective Bargaining Agreement.Next, Vince explains the NBA’s first and second apron and highlights why it has made free agency very different for the players.Later, Vince and Dan discuss if Luka Doncic should sign a long term deal with the Los Angeles Lakers and make an early prediction on who will be the top teams next season. (2:15) Chet Holmgren gets rookie max extension from Thunder(11:15) What is the NBA’s first and second apron?(18:26) Draymond Green says CBA ended free agency(30:34) Can Anthony Davis return to All-NBA form?(35:12) Will Cooper Flagg struggle in his first season?(38:26) Should Luka sign long term deal with Lakers?(42:20) Steve Nash, Kevin Durant reflect on their time in Brooklyn(48:38) Top three teams in each conference
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Where should Beal & Lillard sign? Best fits + Summer League stars to watch! | The Kevin O'Connor Show
What are the best fits for the big-name free agents that are still on the market? KOC and Tom Haberstroh debate the best potential landing spots for Bradley Beal, Damian Lillard, Chris Paul and Al Horford. But first, they question who won the Clippers-Heat-Jazz trade that sent Norman Powell to Miami, John Collins to Los Angeles, and Kevin Love, Kyle Anderson and a 2027 Clippers second-round pick to Utah. They finish up the show by previewing the NBA Summer League games in Las Vegas. Who has the most to prove? And who are the guys most excited to watch?(0:49) Jazz, Clippers & Heat three-way trade(24:26) Best fits for remaining free agents(45:57) NBA introduces new ‘heave’ rule(49:15) Summer League preview
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Mike Brown under pressure as Knicks head coach, Deandre Ayton's fit in L.A. and Chris Paul's all-time ranking | Good Word with Goodwill
On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and The Athletic’s James Edwards discuss what Mike Brown should expect while being head coach of the New York Knicks.Next the Clippers and Heat make a big trade. Also, how will Deandre Ayton fit in with LeBron James and Luka Doncic?Later, Vince and James react to the news that Chris Paul intends to retire after one more season and discuss where he ranks among all-time great point guards.(2:29) What should Mike Brown expect as Knicks head coach?(13:42) Teams that can threaten the Knicks in the Eastern Conference(26:27) Clippers, Heat make trade surrounding Norman Powell & John Collins(33:14) Bradley Beal could get buyout in Phoenix(37:18) Will Deandre Ayton mesh well with LeBron & Luka?(42:50) Where does Chris Paul rank as an all-time point guard?(50:05) How many years was Chris Paul the best point guard in the league?
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Damian Lillard gets waived, Mike Brown Knicks new head coach and teams that excelled during free agency | Good Word with Goodwill
On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Amin Elhassan discuss the surprising news that Damian Lillard was waived by the Milwaukee Bucks and Amin names a team that would be perfect for his next destination.Next, Vince and Amin react to Mike Brown being hired as the New York Knicks head coach and what he needs to do to be successful.Later, Vince and Amin take a look at some of the recent free agency signings and Amin picks three teams that have impressed him with their additions.(2:44) Bucks waive Damian Lillard(8:23) Should Dame sign with another team this season?(11:14) Where does this leave Giannis Antetokounmpo?(21:28) The brilliance of Sam Presti(24:46) Knicks hire Mike Brown as head coach(31:31) Will Mike Brown get more out of KAT & Jalen Brunson?(35:20) How will JJ Redick mesh with DeAndre Ayton?(42:42) Is the current CBA hurting the NBA?(48:38) Teams that made the most impressive free agency moves
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