The Herd with Colin Cowherd Hour 3 - Latest NBA news
Jul 11, 2025
Joe Vardon, an experienced NBA reporter for The Athletic known for his coverage of LeBron James, shares insights on the latest NBA news and Cooper Flagg's debut. He reveals the pressures rookies face amidst early challenges in their careers. Chris Fallica, a sports betting expert and college football analyst, discusses the NFL landscape, including the Chiefs’ playoff chances despite skepticism. Together, they explore how team dynamics and player performances could shape postseason outcomes in both the NBA and NFL.
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Cooper Flagg's Promising Debut
- Joe Vardon shares his first impressions of Cooper Flagg's Summer League debut.
- Despite a 5-for showing, Cooper showed promise under double teams, signaling his potential.
Concerns About Flagg as Point Guard
- Starting Cooper Flagg at point guard might be too much pressure for a rookie.
- Dallas has established stars that can ease his transition and reduce this burden.
LeBron's Complex Lakers Role
- LeBron James may feel sidelined as Luka Doncic becomes the Lakers' focal point.
- Yet, the Lakers' best chance to win is by keeping LeBron alongside Luka for a serious title run.
