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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down Jayson Tatum's first two games back from injury. They discuss what they liked, his usage, how his minutes have been dispersed, and things they're looking for moving forward.

Next, the guys discuss the latest epic battle between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Denver Nuggets. Was there anything to learn about this game tactically, or was it simply a great game? And it had to be asked: did Shai Gilgeous-Alexander officially slam the door for MVP with his performance? 

From there, the guys check in on a couple of reeling teams in the Eastern Conference: the top-seeded Detroit Pistons (four straight losses) and the injury-riddled Philadelphia 76ers (1-4 in March). Are they just going through a bit of turbulence, or are there real flaws here worth acknowledging?

Finally, Steve talks through his latest Rookie Rankings, and they both share what their Rookie of the Year and All-Rookie teams would look like as of today.

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2:45 Jayson Tatum + Boston Celtics discussion

24:05 Thunder-Nuggets

41:15 Pistons concern levels

51:40 Sixers concern levels

59:04 Let's talk rookies

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On an action packed episode of The Kevin O'Connor Show, Kevin O'Connor catches up with David Jacoby to discuss all things around the association including, are the Lakers and LeBron headed for a split?

From there KOC talks with Rashad Phillips to break down Darrius Acuff Jr. and the rest of the loaded 2026 Draft Class.

All that and more on this episode of The Kevin O'Connor Show.

Biggest Mistake Award: 03:25

Biggest Glow Up: 15:52

Worst Rebound: 22:50

We Need to Talk: 40:25

Most Likely Reunion: 49:00

Best Unexpended Chemistry: 01:00:00

Best Side Piece: 01:15:00

Draft Deep Dive with Rashad Phillips: 01:20:45

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

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Couper Moorhead (HEAT.com, After The Buzzer podcast) to talk all things Miami Heat. They explore Miami's drastic shift offensively, their still-elite defense (and zone) usage, and bring much-needed nuance to the conversations surrounding Bam Adebayo, Kel'el Ware, Tyler Herro and more.

After that, Steve and Nekias discuss the imminent return of Jayson Tatum. They get into what he adds to the fold, what they'll be looking for in his debut, and the (annoying) conversations around his return.

Finally, the guys give a salute to Mist BC for winning this year's Unrivaled championship. In light of the game ending with a made free throw, they also discuss 1) whether that should be allowed moving forward and 2) potential tweaks in the case that it isn't.

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3:25  Preseason expectations vs. reality

13:05 Evaluating the new offense

16:46  Bam Adebayo (usage, role, award talk)

33:41  Kel'el Ware (growth, role, usage)

52:04 Tyler Herro's offensive growth

58:50 Rapid fire, starting with Andrew Wiggins' fit in Miami

1:01:37 Is Pelle Larsson a core piece moving forward?

1:05:34 Jaime Jacquez Jr. for 6th Man of the Year?

1:10:15  Early returns for rookie Kasparas Jakučionis

1:13:33 What is Miami's best/ideal closing lineup?

1:17:55 Jayson Tatum is (coming) BACK

1:26:35 Unrivaled championship recap

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On an action packed Kevin O'Connor Show, Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh take a look at the current 44 game losing streak the bottom 10 NBA teams have combined for.

The NBA has reached the March lull, how can the league spice things up?

From there KOC and Tom break down the beat down the Charlotte Hornets handed to the Boston Celtics.

To round out the show, the guys take a look at Carmelo Anthony's comments on the return of Jayson Tatum and the Philly trade for Kawhi that never happened. All that and more on this episode of The Kevin O'Connor Show.

44 Game Losing Streak: (0:45)

Ethical Tanking (7:25)

How can the NBA spice up the March lull (21:05)

Hornets thrash Celtics (32:35)

Carmelo Anthony thoughts on Jayson Tatum's return (43:25)

The Kawhi trade that never was (50:35)

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On today’s Big Number, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine break down the NBA’s hottest team: the Charlotte Hornets. What’s the secret behind their sudden rise to dominance?

Then, the pair discuss the nuances of the Achilles injury return on the back of rumblings that Jayson Tatum may return this season. Is it a good idea, or should Tatum take it easy?

That and more on today’s TBN!

(01:04) The Big Number: Kon Knueppel's historic year from 3

(19:20) Little Number 1: Ball and Miller effectiveness

(26:45) Little Number 2: When Diabate starts the Hornets win

(31:00) Little Number 3: LaMelo has found his role

(39:39) Should Jayson Tatum return?

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