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Marcus Morris is back on The Kevin O'Connor Show, and didn't hold back on any of his takes. Find out why Marcus believes Anthony Edwards is exposing JJ Redick as a rookie Head Coach, why he thinks the conditioning (and defense!) of Luka Doncic is perfectly fine, and what the Lakers need to do to make this a series. Plus, Marcus weighs in on what Ty Lue needs to change for the Los Angeles Clippers to regain the upper hand against the Denver Nuggets. Morris explains why he sees Giannis Antetokounmpo taking his talents to South Beach this summer, and why the Orlando Magic need to trade for Trae Young this offseason, too. Morris went in on everyone from Pat Riley to Ja Morant to NBA refs, and even had time to tell us why Shedeur Sanders' NFL Draft slide made him angry!Then Ethan Strauss and Sam Esfandiari both stop by to give their takes on the Golden State Warriors' 3-1 lead on the Houston Rockets. Ethan says it's finally time to admit that the Steph Curry-Draymond Green duo has joined Stockton/Malone and Jordan/Pippen as an all-time legendary tandem. Sam gives Draymond Green his flowers too, but acknowledges that even some Warriors fans still don't like Green. And, is Steve Kerr soundly out-coaching Ime Udoka?It's all on this must-consume episode of the KOC Show!(0:26) Marcus Morris joins the show(0:47) Clippers vs. Nuggets Game 5 preview(12:17) 'Weak link' vs. 'strong link' NBA(21:10) Lakers vs. Wolves Game 5 preview(35:59) Ja Morant says ‘I had them figured out’(38:59) Pistons vs. Knicks Game 4 replay review controversy (45:01) Celtics vs. Magic Game 5 preview(48:50) Bucks down bad after Damian Lillard injury(57:33) Cavs sweep Heat(1:00:45) NBA Draft’s Shedeur Sanders equivalent?(1:08:47) Sam & Ethan join the show(1:08:57) Warriors vs. Rockets Game 4 reaction(1:36:39) 'Weak link' vs. 'strong link' NBA continued  📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and J.A. Adande praise Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves on their game 4 win over the Los Angeles Lakers while also pointing out some mistakes JJ Redick may have made.Next, Vince and J.A. react to the Knicks and Clippers last second losses and if the Golden State Warriors are a true contender if they eliminate the Houston Rockets.Later, Vince and J.A. unpack the unfortunate injury news for Damian Lillard and how it will impact the Milwaukee Bucks organization moving forward.(2:40) Anthony Edwards leads Wolves to win over Lakers(17:26) Knicks get controversial win against Pistons(16:02) Jalen Brunson’s foul baiting(27:25) Could the Clippers beat the Thunder?(29:22) Clippers vs. Nuggets living up to billing(35:54) Steph Curry, Warriors get win without Jimmy Butler(46:25) Damian Lillard tears achilles(54:35) What Dame’s injury means for Bucks organization 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Dan Titus react to the New York Knicks close win over the Detroit Pistons and the beatdown the Los Angeles Clippers put on the Denver Nuggets.Next, Vince and Dan discuss how the rest of the Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves series will play out before voicing their concerns for Jimmy Butler and the Golden State Warriors.Later, Vince and Dan unpack the Indiana Pacers and Milwaukee Bucks series and how it will impact Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future.(1:59) Knicks survive Pistons in Game 3(10:38) Officiating in Knicks vs. Pistons(16:02) Jalen Brunson’s foul baiting(18:40) Clippers dominate Nuggets(27:25) Could the Clippers beat the Thunder?(29:52) Lakers vs. Timberwolves Game 3 preview(39:09) Warriors could be without Jimmy Butler(45:59) Giannis’ future with the Bucks Subscribe to Good Word with GoodwillApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

On today's episode of The Kevin O'Connor Show, KOC is joined by Tom Haberstroh and the guys do a deep-dive on every single series. Do the Los Angeles Clippers have the Nikola Jokic stopper? Did the New York Knicks turn a corner against the Detroit Pistons? Why the physicality of the Houston Rockets-Golden State Warriors series is a bad thing, how Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies would have been better off missing the Playoffs altogether, and Darius Garland's blunt trash talk about Tyler Herro. And why Jayson Tatum's wrist injury is a great thing for Jaylen Brown. The guys give their takes on where every single NBA Playoff matchup stands -- don't miss this episode of the KOC Show!(0:47) Nuggets vs. Clippers Game 3 reaction(12:12) Lakers vs. Wolves Game 3 preview(18:33) Rockets vs. Warriors Game 3 preview(30:25) Pistons vs. Knicks Game 3 reaction(40:13) Bucks vs. Pacers Game 3 preview(52:29) Thunder vs. Grizzlies series update(1:06:45) Celtics vs. Magic series update(1:12:58) Cavs vs. Heat series update 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

On today's episode of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine dug up the data that proves Luka Doncic is LeBron James' greatest teammate of all-time. Sorry Dwyane Wade, our bad Kyrie Irving, apologies Anthony Davis -- Tom and Dan have the data that shows why #77 on the purple and gold gets this honor. But is Head Coach JJ Redick putting too much on the shoulders of his newcomer? And what does Anthony Edwards need to do offensively to break out in this series as it shifts back to Minnesota?Plus, Jayson Tatum has been Mr. Durability for the Boston Celtics for nearly a decade now, but this latest wrist injury has Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine concerned.(3:05) The Big Number: Luka’s points in playoffs(11:18) Luka’s minutes on the bench(15:30) Minnesota wide-open 3-pointers vs. LAL(19:35) Gobert impact on Wolves defensive rating(23:16) Edwards pick-n-roll points per possession(27:30) Jayson Tatum doubtful for Game 2 vs. Magic 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

Kevin O'Connor is joined by Nate Duncan on this jam-packed edition of the KOC Show. First the guys react to the Game 2 thriller between the Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Clippers -- Kawhi Leonard's performance has Kevin asking some big legacy questions. The New York Knicks fall to Cade Cunningham's Detroit Pistons -- what options does Tom Thibodeau have at this point? Nico Harrison's latest comments have Kevin and Nate befuddled. Cooper Flagg officially declares for the Draft! Damian Lillard is back! Plus Kevin and Nate discuss each NBA Playoff series -- this episode has you covered!(0:48) Clippers beat Nuggets in game 2(12:33) Pistons FINALLY get a playoff win(25:08) Landry Fields fired by Hawks(30:42) Cooper Flagg officially declares for Draft(33:47) Nico Harrison stupidity strikes again…(39:01) Damian Lillard to return for Bucks vs. Pacers(47:01) Most overrated NBA players(50:23) Thunder vs. Grizzlies game 2 preview(52:01) Magic vs. Celtics game 2 preview(53:09) Warriors vs. Rockets game 2 preview(1:02:17) Lakers vs. Timberwolves game 2 preview 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and BJ Armstrong react to the Warriors stealing Game 1 vs. the Rockets and Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves physicality against the Los Angeles Lakers.Next, Vince and BJ give Russell Westbrook his flowers for the Denver Nuggets victory and discuss what went wrong for the Detroit Pistons in their loss to the New York Knicks.Later, Vince and BJ take a look at the hiring of Scott Perry as GM for the Sacramento Kings and more fallout with Nico Harrison and the Dallas Mavericks. (1:32) Warriors beats Rockets(11:35) Minnesota beats Lakers(24:25) Nuggets defeat Clippers(34:05) Knicks come back to defeat Pistons(43:40) Scott Perry Kings new GM(46:56) Nico Harrison drama in Dallas Subscribe to Good Word with GoodwillApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

Kevin O'Connor went into the lab and cooked up his definitive TOP 40 players of the the 2025 NBA Playoffs, in order. Come for the snubs, stay for the controversy. It's KOC's opinion and if you don't like it, let him know in the comments. All 16 NBA Playoff teams are represented in this comprehensive, first-ever Top 40 Postseason Player rankings — and you can only get it on this special edition of The KOC Show!(02:00) - #40-31(16:20) - #30-21(28:35) - #20-11(43:35) - Top 10 Subscribe to The Kevin O’Connor Show on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Jared Greenberg discuss the Golden State Warriors matchup with the Houston Rockets as well as players with the most to gain during the NBA playoffs.Next, Vince and Jared react to Damian Lillard’s potential return to the floor and the fallout from Nico Harrison’s presser with the media.Later, Vince and Jared debate which team has the best chance to stop a Celtics repeat and Scott Perry hired as the new General Manager for the Kings.(1:38) Warriors beat Grizzlies in Play-in(5:03) Warriors vs. Rockets(11:32) NBA Stars with the most to gain in playoffs(33:44) Damian Lillard set to return(38:37) Nico Harrison’s presser(49:35) Will the Celtics repeat?(56:42) Scott Perry hired as Kings GMSubscribe to Good Word with GoodwillApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

Join Tom Haberstroh and Henry Abbott, of TrueHoop.com, as they delve into the intricacies of the current NBA injury crisis. Henry shares insights from his upcoming book, "Ballistic: The New Science of Injury-Free Athletic Performance," exploring the alarming injury rate in the NBA and the world at large.The two talk about how biomechanics, particularly the role of hips, are pivotal for athletes to achieve peak performance and longevity.  Abbott shares his experiences with Dr. Marcus Elliott and the Peak Performance Project (P3) and emphasizes that injuries are not inevitable but avoidable with the proper prevention care.(0:41) Henry Abbott joins the show(2:26) The Big Number: 6,000 NBA games missed due to injury(17:46) Little Number: 72% decrease in heart disease deaths(20:46) Little Number: 11,000 newtons of force(28:00) Little Number: 300% increase in chances of back pain(32:52) Little Number: $45 million Suns performance facility(40:26) How to prevent injuries now & in the future(43:20) P3 breathing exercise 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network