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Kevin O’Connor welcomes special guest Chris Vernon to go all-in on their “semi-bold” NBA predictions for the upcoming season. They debate who will bottom out harder in the West—Warriors, Kings, or Clippers—and whether the Celtics should be a lock for the East’s top spot.

Verno breaks down Denver’s sneaky-good additions and the Lakers’ real chances in a loaded Western Conference. The pair also predict All-Star picks, breakout rookies, why this season could be the best yet with the NBA's revamped anti-tanking rules, and more.

(1:12) Verno's Warriors prediction
(6:19) KOC's Kings prediction
(8:01) Verno's Nuggets prediction
(12:51) KOC's Celtics prediction
(19:13) Verno's Lakers prediction
(24:11) KOC's Coby White prediction
(26:51) 2025-26 semi-bold predictions recap
(29:08) Verno's prediction for second-tier stars
(39:54) KOC's Mavericks prediction
(41:26) What to expect from the West
(50:00) Who will be the first coach fired?
(56:55) Verno's league-wide prediction
(1:03:50) KOC's prediction for SGA & Ant

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We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones preview the Pacific division (Lakers, Suns, Clippers, Warriors, Kings).
On the WNBA side, the guys recap the Dream's Game 2 win over the Liberty, as well as the Valkyries' win over the Aces, then talk through potential adjustments we may see in each Game 3.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com
01:40 -- Los Angeles Lakers
16:05 -- Phoenix Suns
27:26 -- Los Angeles Clippers
36:07 -- Golden State Warriors
46:03 -- Sacramento Kings
51:34 -- Dream-Liberty
01:11:26 -- Valkyries-Aces

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Kevin O'Connor dives into early NBA preseason insights including Tyrese Haliburton’s much-anticipated return, Minnesota’s evolving offense with LaMelo Ball and what Zion Williamson’s new 3-point shot could mean for the Pelicans. KOC also explores the Knicks’ bumpy start after their Finals win, the Sixers’ intriguing rotation options (now without Ariel Hukporti), why OKC’s roster shakeup makes them a dark horse for the championship and more.

(0:57) Tyrese Haliburton returns
(2:08) LaMelo's impact on Minnesota
(3:32) What's going on with the Knicks?
(5:05) 76ers standouts vs. New York
(7:50) Zion Williamson shooting 3s
(9:42) Standout rookie performances
(14:46) KOC Show mailbag

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First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones preview the Northwest division (Thunder, Nuggets, Timberwolves, Trail Blazers, Jazz).
On the WNBA side, the guys recap the Dream's Game 1 win over the Liberty, as well as the Valkyries' win over the Aces, then talk through potential adjustments we may see in each Game 2.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com
01:22 -- Oklahoma City Thunder
14:06 -- Denver Nuggets
23:55 -- Minnesota Timberwolves
34:58 -- Portland Trail Blazers
42:29 — Utah Jazz
49:41 -- Dream-Liberty
01:11:46 -- Valkyries-Aces

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Kevin O'Connor is joined by Ku Khahil to preview the Detroit Pistons now that Jalen Duren's contract extension is finally official. What can Pistons fans expect from Duren this season and how will Detroit's other offseason additions impact their lineups and team chemistry? Later the pair also reacts to Karl-Anthony Towns' commentary that his deal with the New York Knicks is nowhere close to being done.

Kevin is then joined by Dan Titus to preview the 2026-27 Fantasy Basketball season. Dan shares several sleepers and potential breakout stars you'll want to have on your roster. Speaking of Fantasy, KOC welcomes Justin Boone to the show to celebrate his Patriots beating Justin's Bills in Week 4 of the NFL season.
(0:38) Ku Khahil talks Detroit Pistons
(28:38) KAT & Knicks 'not close' to extension
(34:59) Fantasy Basketball advice with Dan Titus
(1:04:50) Patriots vs. Bills recap with Justin Boone

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