BREAKING: Gregg Popovich STEPS DOWN | Kawhi & Harden Force Game 7 | First Round AWARDS + Grifter MVP

Breaking news: Legendary coach Gregg Popovich is stepping down as head coach of the San Antonio Spurs. After suffering a stroke earlier this season, Pop will remain with the franchise as President of Basketball Operations. We react to the end of an era and what it means for Victor Wembanyama and the hiring of new head coach Mitch Johnson.

From one legend to another, Kawhi Leonard delivers a vintage playoff performance alongside James Harden as the Clippers push the Nuggets to Game 7. But was Norman Powell actually the X-factor?

Then it’s on to the Knicks' wild win over the Pistons. Jalen Brunson buries Detroit with a clutch three, but all anyone could talk about was JB Bickerstaff benching Ausar Thompson during crunch time. Did it cost the Pistons the series?

We also preview Cavs vs. Pacers and debate how much Darius Garland’s health really matters against Tyrese Haliburton. Meanwhile, can Amen Thompson keep the Rockets alive against the Warriors? And is he already the franchise cornerstone?

Finally, the first round of the playoffs is in the books, and it’s time for our awards: MVP, best role player, pettiest moment, worst coaching decision, and yes — the all-important Most Valuable Grifter of Round One. Jalen Brunson may have more than just a game-winner to his name.

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