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Zach reacts to Giannis Antetokounmpo signing an extension in Milwaukee. Then he and ESPN's Kevin Pelton predict every major NBA award, the Finals matchup, and 2024 NBA champion -- plus quick-hitters on all the new contract extensions, James Harden/Clippers latest, much more.
Rookie of the Year (9:28)
Most Valuable Player (14:54)
Defensive Player of the Year (21:19)
Grizzlies without Steven Adams (28:57)
Coach of the Year (34:45)
Minnesota’s financial crunch (38:11)
Most Improved Player (46:19)
6th Man of the Year (53:40)
Latest on Harden (58:09)
Finals Predictions (1:09:40)
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