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Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine dive into the stats to determine if the Milwaukee Bucks should trade Giannis Antetokounmpo after he revealed that the trade rumors surrounding him this summer were not only true, but that he has a preferred destination in mind: the New York Knicks. Is now the right time for the Bucks to consider moving Giannis in order to set themselves up for success in a future without him? And if so, how can the Knicks realistically make a move for Giannis when they only have one first round pick to offer?Plus, the duo reacts to Ja Morant's 'week-to-week' sprained ankle injury and how it will impact the Memphis Grizzlies starting lineup just days away from opening night.(1:56) The Big Number: Should Bucks trade Giannis?(18:12) Little Numbers: Wins Above Replacement Bucks lost this offseason(22:57) Little Numbers: When will Bucks control their own 1st round pick?(29:24) Little Numbers: Knicks tradable 1st round draft picks(33:56) Little Numbers: OG Anunoby & Mikal Bridges trade offers(38:06) Ja Morant week-to-week with ankle sprain 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

On this episode of The Dunker Spot, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones examine how the Las Vegas Aces have taken a 2-0 lead over the Phoenix Mercury, and discuss potential adjustments ahead of Game 3 and beyond.On the NBA side, the guys begin their NBA season preview series with the Northwest division. They discuss what they're excited about, key questions, potential breakout candidates, and the lineups that intrigue them the most.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot(:47) Introduction(1:04) WNBA Finals Game 2 recap(11:06) Did the Aces find something with A’ja Wilson’s pick and roll?(19:06) Mercury in a must-win situation(22:39) Thunder season preview(38:18) Nuggets season preview(50:30) Timberwolves season preview(101:09) Trail Blazers season preview(1:10:29) Jazz season preview 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

On this episode of The Dunker Spot, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones preview this year's WNBA Finals between the Las Vegas Aces and Phoenix Mercury, discussing key matchups, schemes, lineups, X-Factors and more.On the NBA side, the guys give their opening preseason takeaways for the New York Knicks under Mike Brown, 76ers and Pelicans — with some Melbourne United love sprinkled in. Then, they discuss the supposed end of the Jonathan Kuminga saga, the Warriors filling out their roster, and the recent deals of Nikola Jovic with the Heat and Quentin Grimes with the Sixers.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot(:32) Introduction(1:04) WNBA Finals Preview(14:34) Most interesting matchups between Aces and Mercury(27:35) WNBA Finals X-Factors(44:05) NBA Preseason: Knicks vs. Sixers(57:23) NBA Preseason: Pelicans vs. Melbourne United(106:46) Restricted Free Agency signings 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

KOC & Nekias Duncan react to Jonathan Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors finally agreeing to a contract--but will this deal really last? Or have the Warriors just kicked the can down the road for now as they wait to trade Kuminga for a star? The pair then preview the Atlantic Division with analysis on the Knicks, Celtics, Raptors, Sixers and Nets. Check out their takes on prospects like VJ Edgecombe, Collin Murray-Boyles and a look at Boston’s retooled rotation without Jayson Tatum and the Knicks long-term identity with coach Mike Brown.Later, Joel Smyth joins KOC to recap Week 4 of the NFL season and give his biggest fantasy football takeaways, from Lamar Jackson’s injury impact to buy-low trade targets--whether your team is 0-4 or 4-0.(0:58) Kuminga finally signs contract with Warriors(11:52) New York Knicks preview(20:23) Philadelphia 76ers preview(31:05) Boston Celtics preview(41:58) Toronto Raptors preview(50:01) Brooklyn Nets preview(59:53) NFL 6 Points with Joel Smyth 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine react to the biggest stories from NBA Media Days around the league including how little clarity came from Kawhi Leonard and Clippers president Lawrence Frank concerning the salary cap circumvention allegations against them during their press conference. The pair also unpack Giannis Antetokounmpo commenting how he wants to compete for another championship, it just might not be in Milwaukee. Plus, is LeBron James really going to be willing to share the ball more with Luka? And did the Warriors and Kuminga only kick the can down the road with his contract or will he finally find his fit on the Golden State roster?(1:52) The Big Number: Clippers have no evidence to prove their innocence(20:20) Little Numbers: Giannis wants 2nd championship(25:12) Little Numbers: Will LeBron really share the ball more with Luka?(31:40) Little Numbers: Denver's plus/minus without Jokic(37:01) Little Numbers: Cleveland's new starting 5(42:35) Kuminga finally agrees to contract with Warriors 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

On this episode of The Dunker Spot, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones discuss the upcoming Game 5 between the Aces and Fever, put a bow on an awesome Mercury-Lynx series, then react to the All-Rookie team.On the NBA side, the guys break down the quotes and updates that intrigue them the most from this year's Media Days.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot(:43) Introduction(2:22) WNBA Playoffs: Aces vs. Fever Game 5(15:10) Mercury defeat Lynx to advance to WNBA Finals(27:10) Lynx season shouldn’t be forgotten(30:51) WNBA All-Rookie Team(40:27) NBA Media Day headlines(43:03) Excitement for the Atlanta Hawks(46:54) Will the Thompson twins take another leap?(102:31) Anthony Edward’s offseason improvements(106:06) Victor Wembanyama primed for a big season 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Kevin O'Connor reacts to the biggest news from NBA media days around the league on Monday. The LA Clippers leadership continues to deny the salary cap allegations hurled their way, meanwhile the Dallas Mavericks staff gives conflicting updates on Kyrie Irving's injury status. Elsewhere, the Houston Rockets & Denver Nuggets boast big, flexible lineups ahead of the upcoming NBA season and, later, Alex Golden joins KOC to preview the Central Division.(0:32) Top stories from NBA media days(20:24) Central Division breakdown(20:35) Indiana Pacers preview(32:47) Milwaukee Bucks preview(44:52) Cleveland Cavaliers preview(51:59) Detroit Pistons preview(57:07) Chicago Bulls preview 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

 Kevin O’Connor is joined by David Thorpe to preview the NBA Southeast Division. Can Desmond Bane and Paolo Banchero’s Orlando Magic win the East? What’s happening with the Miami Heat roster and can Trae Young be counted on to lead the Hawks to a title? Plus, why Charlotte’s hopes hinge on LaMelo Ball meanwhile the Wizards wait to see if there’s a true star on their young squad.(0:20) Southeast Division breakdown(0:27) Orlando Magic preview(14:16) Miami Heat preview(20:31) Atlanta Hawks preview(32:39) Charlotte Hornets preview(43:57) Washington Wizards preview 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine break down the Houston Rockets’ outlook after Fred VanVleet's devastating ACL injury and reveal just how big a blow it is to Houston’s contender status. Can Amen Thompson and Reed Sheppard fill that void or does losing VanVleet put the brakes on their title chase, even with KD on the team? Plus, Dan shares insights from Knicks Media Day with fresh details on Jalen Brunson & Karl-Anthony Towns.(2:35) The Big Number: Fred VanVleet's injury(15:37) Little Numbers: Amen Thompson Net Rating(22:08) Little Numbers: Reed Sheppard 3PT shooting(26:30) Little Numbers: Rockets $1,255,588 under first apron(32:07) Little Numbers: Rockets future first round picks(39:11) New York Knicks media day recap 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Kevin O’Connor breaks down the latest NBA headlines, starting by diving back into the Kawhi Leonard cap circumvention investigation. Kelly Iko joins to analyze the impact of Fred VanVleet's ACL injury and its impact on the Rockets’ title hopes and rotation with Kevin Durant. Orlando Magic’s Desmond Bane joins to preview the Magic’s revamped offense and where he fits into it. Later, Adam Levitan and KOC recap NFL Week 3 and look at sleeper waiver wire moves.(0:31) Kawhi Leonard & Clippers Aspiration allegations update(4:45) Kelly Iko talks Fred VanVleet injury(18:39) Early media day observations(26:22) Desmond Bane joins the show(45:29) NFL Six Points Week 3 with Adam Levitan 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv