The chapter explores the surprising achievements of the Oklahoma City Thunder in the highly competitive Western Conference, commending players like SGA, Jalen Williams, and Josh Giddy for their versatility and resilience. It also delves into the challenges the team may face in the playoffs, particularly in terms of size and rebounding. Reflecting on their youth and playing style, the chapter contemplates potential playoff matchups while acknowledging areas of improvement for the team.
Zach and ESPN's Doris Burke discuss Draymond Green's ejection and the Warriors' push for the play-in before revealing their preseason takes that have since fallen flat.
Headlines around the league (15:04)
Worst Preseason Takes (22:07)
Under on the Thunder (22:27)
Hawks to finish in the top 5 (30:56)
Lukewarm on the Porzingis trade (33:19)
A Mavs swoon that never happened (41:58)
D'Angelo Russell's season with the Lakers (47:17)
The Suns as a title contender (55:23)
Clippers escaped Philly with a win (1:03:05)
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