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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones celebrate a week of incredible performances around the league. From Bam Adebayo's 83-point game, to Shai breaking a seemingly unbreakable Wilt record, to Nikola Jokic and Luka Doncic having legendary performances on their own. There's so much joy to be had watching basketball these days.

Next, the guys discuss the early returns of Team USA during FIBA World Cup qualifying. Young stars like Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, and Angel Reese make their senior club debuts; head coach Kara Lawson experimented a ton with her defensive coverages and lineup combinations. Steve and Nekias discuss how they analyzed these games, what stood out, and growth areas they'll be keeping tabs on.

Finally, Gordon Hayward joins the show! The conversation ranges from his role as an Executive Basketball Advisor at Butler, the validity of Bam's 83-point performance, tennis, the importance of brushing your teeth -- and more!

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(2:04) The league's in a great place

(4:26) Bam Adebayo's 83-point game

(24:52) SGA breaks Wilt's record (plus quick Jokic & Luka love)

(39:08) Early Team USA thoughts

(51:17) Gordon Hayward interview

(01:09:10) Steve has a bone to pick with Nekias

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Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh give a full breakdown and add their takes on Bam Adebayo's historic 83 point night. Does his performance need an asterisk? From there, the pair check in on a contentious Western Conference battle between SGA & OKC and Wemby & the Spurs.

To round out the show, Aaron Gordon joins Kevin to talk all things Denver, shooting mechanics, meditation and more!

(0:38) Bam Adebayo scores 83 pts

(15:50) State of the Spurs

(30:15) SGA’s historic scoring streak

(36:15) Have Pelicans turned their season around?

(41:47) Are 76ers done for this year?

(46:45) Kawhi & Clippers on the rise

(56:45) Aaron Gordon joins the show

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On this episode of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine marvel at Bam Adebayo's big night as he passed Kobe Bryant for 2nd most points in a game in NBA History with 83.

To round out the show, Tom and Dan take a look into the Lakers' success with Austin Reaves and Luca Doncic on the floor without LeBron James.

All this and more on this week's episode of The Big Number!

1:10 Big number: 83 - Bam Adebayo’s points vs. Washington

27:10 Little numbers: 6 - players in play-by-play era w/30 pt quarters

31:05 Little numbers 26: number of personal fouls Adebayo drew

36:25 Little numbers: 22 - number of Adebayo 3pt attempts

40:10 Most unlikely sports record ever?

42:24 Lakers 10-2 without LeBron

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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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