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Kevin O’Connor joins Amin Elhassan to recap how the San Antonio Spurs ended the Oklahoma City Thunder’s winning streak in their electric NBA Cup Semifinals victory. They analyze Victor Wembanyama’s immediate defensive impact and the Spurs’ formula for success against OKC. Should the Spurs be aggressive with the changes or stick with their young roster?
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Below, the duo analyzes the keys to the New York Knicks’ victory in the NBA Cup semifinal over the Orlando Magic. They talk about Jalen Brunson’s spectacular 40-man team, why Paolo Banchero doesn’t fit with the Magic and whether Jamahl Mosley is the best candidate for the Magic head coach job. Are we thinking too much about the New York Knicks? Plus, they give their final picks for who will win the NBA Cup Finals. Who is Wemby defending? Can KAT get Wemby out of the paint? How will the NBA Cup MVP title affect the legacy of the greats?
Later, Chris Haynes joins the show and provides the latest news, including possible landing spots for Giannis, what moves the Warriors should make and whether the Clippers should trade James Harden or Kawhi Leonard.
(1:31) Spurs beat Thunder in NBA Cup semifinals
(16:40) Should the Spurs or Thunder trade for Giannis?
(27:39) The Knicks beat the Magic in the NBA Cup semifinals
(42:04) NBA Cup Final Preview
(53:32) Giannis trade rumors with Chris Haynes
(1:08:14) What is Trae Young’s future with Atlanta?
(1:12:07) Should the Mavericks make a trade?
(1:19:46) Will the Clippers trade Kawhi Leonard or James Harden?
(Images by Kirby Lee-Imagn)
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