The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of The Herd
Jun 20, 2025
Chris Broussard, a seasoned NBA analyst and contributor to First Things First, joins the discussion on the Oklahoma City Thunder's recent playoff woes. He highlights how the team's youthful roster might be their Achilles' heel in clutch moments. The conversation also touches on the intriguing possibility of the Pacers becoming unexpectedly crowned champions, alongside the growing rivalries in Major League Baseball, particularly the sparks flying between the Dodgers and Padres. Broussard's insights offer a thrilling perspective on sports dynamics.
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Youth Causes Performance Variance
- Oklahoma City Thunder showed huge variance due to youth in Game 6 of NBA Finals.
- Being the youngest finals team in 48 years, youth caused unpredictable performance swings.
Rivalries Boost Baseball Interest
- Dodgers-Padres rivalry brings authentic intensity back to baseball.
- Big personalities and feisty moments revive fan interest and passion in the sport.
OKC Thunder: Good, Not Great
- OKC Thunder are a very good team but not great; flaws exposed in finals.
- They rely heavily on defense and depth, but poor offense and youth can hinder them.