The Kevin O'Connor Show NBA trade deadline hot topics & unhappy teams with Jason Timpf + NFL Playoffs talk with Justin Boone
Jan 19, 2026
Jason Timpf, a basketball analyst known for his NBA insights, joins the discussion about fan frustrations with teams like the Knicks and Hawks. They dive into Karl-Anthony Towns' trade value and potential fixes for New York's lineup. Timpf also highlights Atlanta’s defensive woes since the Trae Young trade and suggests trade targets for the Lakers to improve. Later, Justin Boone, a Yahoo Sports Fantasy analyst, reflects on the Bills' coaching change and critiques surrounding Josh Allen's playoff performance.
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Towns' Problems Are Execution, Not Just Effort
- Carl Anthony Towns' lapses are more about execution errors than pure effort and hurt the Knicks in big moments.
- Knicks should accept Cat's limitations and optimize lineups rather than expect a midseason flip.
Use Two Bigs To Cover Towns' Weakness
- Play Carl Anthony Towns at the four next to Mitchell Robinson or Isaiah Hartenstein more often.
- Use two-big lineups to protect the rim and stabilize Knicks defense heading into postseason.
Hawks' Defense Fails From Perimeter Flaws
- Atlanta's defensive collapse after the Trae Young trade isn't solely Young's fault; perimeter forwards lack consistent two-way play.
- Their ball pressure and communication breakdowns let opponents settle into pull-ups and easy looks.