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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Jason Timpf (Hoops Tonight, The Volume) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Los Angeles Lakers. They talk through the Lakers' offseason roster overhaul, next steps for Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, what to expect from Walker Kessler, early thoughts on how the Lakers may look to defend, and much more! On the WNBA side, the guys go back and forth on their biggest questions and storylines entering the final sprint before the postseason arrives. From there, Minnesota Lynx star Natasha Howard joins the show to discuss her new book (The Vision Through My Lens: My Life in Basketball and Beyond), her basketball journey, the dominance of this year's Lynx team and more. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 01:05 -- Jason joins the show for Lakers check-in 01:07:02 -- Biggest post-World Cup questions 01:15:29 -- Natasha Howard joins the show 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv 🖥️ Subscribe to the all new Yahoo Sports NBA channel on YouTube!

Kevin O'Connor & Tom Haberstroh draft the teams they believe will make the NBA Playoffs in 2026-27 from the pool of teams that missed last season. Are the Indiana Pacers a safe bet to make it with the return of Tyrese Haliburton? What can Will Hardy do with a Utah Jazz team that finally isn't tanking? And can the Washington Wizards & New Orleans Pelicans stay healthy enough to overcome their long odds? (0:47) Bad team playoff draft (1:40) KOC - #1 (8:39) Tom - #2 (15:46) Tom - #3 (23:32) KOC - #4 (32:18) KOC - #5 (39:55) Tom - #6 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv 🖥️ Subscribe to the all new Yahoo Sports NBA channel on YouTube!

We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Samson Folk (Raptors Republic) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Toronto Raptors. They talk through the finally completed Kawhi Leonard trade and how he fits on both ends, Scottie Barnes' growth and two-way usage, the importance of RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley, the budding stardom of Collin Murray-Boyles and much more! On the WNBA side, the guys discuss their big and small picture takeaways from Team USA's gold-winning weekend, then talk through their candidates for this year's All-Rookie team. It may be time for a second team! If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 01:240 -- Samson joins the show! 57:40 -- Team USA thoughts 01:13:40 -- All-Rookie conversation 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv 🖥️ Subscribe to the all new Yahoo Sports NBA channel on YouTube!

Kevin O'Connor & Marcus Thompson react to Steve Ballmer's apology after the NBA's investigation found the Clippers guilty of cap circumvention. They also unpack the Clippers-Raptors Kawhi Leonard trade saga and what behind-the-scenes negotiations may be holding the deal up. The duo continues KOC's 'Entertainment Ranking' with the new-look Timberwolves—featuring LaMelo Ball, Jonathan Kuminga and Anthony Edwards—might be the NBA’s most combustible and entertaining teams this season. Plus, they recap the Philadelphia 76ers’ blockbuster offseason moves and explain why this coming season is a 'social experiment' for the league’s newest superteam. Later, Warren Sharp joins KOC to recap an exciting first week of the NFL season. (1:15) Steve Ballmer issues apology (3:35) NBA Entertainment Rankings: Minnesota Timberwolves (14:22) NBA Entertainment Rankings: Philadelphia 76ers (37:54) NFL 6 Points! Week 1 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv 🖥️ Subscribe to the all new Yahoo Sports NBA channel on YouTube!

We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Noa Dalzell (CelticsBlog, You Got Boston! Podcast) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Boston Celtics. They talk through last year's "surprising" success, the Jaylen Brown/Paul George swap, expectations for Jayson Tatum, potential role shifts from Derrick White and Payton Pritchard, and much more. On the WNBA side, the guys discuss their big and small picture takeaways from Team USA's historic win against Hungary, preview this weekend's semifinals matchups (USA-Spain, Germany-France), then talk through their top Coach of the Year candidates. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 01:22 -- Noa joins the show! 55:24 -- Team USA thoughts 01:07:58 -- FIBA World Cup semifinals preview 01:21:11 -- Coach of the Year 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv 🖥️ Subscribe to the all new Yahoo Sports NBA channel on YouTube!

For today's Kevin O'Connor Show, KOC is joined by Raj Chipalu from Lakers Screen & Roll to continue the NBA Entertainment rankings with Luka Doncic's Lakers. Who's the fifth starter for Los Angeles? Can Luka win MVP with this roster? Then, KOC reviews the young Spurs, fresh off a Finals appearance. What will they do with Dylan Harper? Plus, EV + tech guru Sawyer Merritt joins to talk about Tesla's new Cybercab. 01:01 Entertainment Rankings No. 4 with Raj Chipalu: Los Angeles Lakers 28:26 Entertainment Rankings No. 3: San Antonio Spurs 37:42 Inside Telsa Cybercab with Sawyer Merrit 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv 🖥️ Subscribe to the all new Yahoo Sports NBA channel on YouTube!

Kevin O’Connor is joined by Brady Hawk to break down the Miami Heat, covering the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade and big questions about shot creation and roles for new additions like veteran Klay Thompson and rookie Ryan Conwell. Later, Kevin discusses the Denver Nuggets and the five big questions they face at every position in their starting five. Then, Kevin does a re-draft of the 2016 NBA Draft class, spotlighting some of the biggest risers and hardest fallers including Jaylen Brown, Pascal Siakam, Ben Simmons and Jamal Murray. (0:31) NBA Entertainment Rankings: Miami Heat (26:59) NBA Entertainment Rankings: Denver Nuggets (36:34) 2016 NBA re-draft 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv 🖥️ Subscribe to the all new Yahoo Sports NBA channel on YouTube!

We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined again by Couper Moorhead (HEAT.com, After The Buzzer Podcast) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Miami Heat. They talk through the Giannis Antetokounmpo and Klay Thompson acquisitions, next steps for Bam Adebayo, the importance of Andrew Wiggins and Davion Mitchell, potential lineup combinations (#TallBall?) and much more. On the WNBA side, the guys discuss their big-picture and small-picture takeaways from Team USA's nail-biting win against Italy and their blowout win against Czechia. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 0:51 -- Coup joins the show! 51:57 -- Team USA thoughts 01:15:40 -- FIBA World Cup shoutouts (France, Emma Meesseman, Puerto Rico) 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv 🖥️ Subscribe to the all new Yahoo Sports NBA channel on YouTube!

We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to the latest news around the NBA. Ben Simmons is making his return, signing a one-year deal with the Kings! The Rockets and Amen Thompson agreed to a hefty -- but non-max -- rookie extension! The Clippers investigation has finally reached its end; the punishment is DAUNTING and leaves some critical long-term, team-building questions for the Clippers moving forward. Next, the guys are joined by Dane Moore (The Dane Moore NBA Podcast) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Minnesota Timberwolves. They talk through the LaMelo Ball and Jonathan Kuminga acquisitions, next steps for Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels, the importance of Rudy Gobert (and the non-Gobert minutes), potential lineup combinations and much more. On the WNBA side, the guys react to the breaking news that commissioner Cathy Engelbert will be retiring at the end of the calendar year. From there, they discuss their big and small picture takeaways from Team USA's 94-61 victory over China. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 01:32 -- Ben Simmons to the Kings 09:25 -- Amen Thompson gets PAID 13:25 -- Clippers get punished 17:23 -- Dane Moore joins for Wolves talk! 01:14:01 -- Cathy Engelbert set to retire 01:20:02 -- Team USA/China thoughts 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv 🖥️ Subscribe to the all new Yahoo Sports NBA channel on YouTube!

Kevin O’Connor is joined by Sam Amick to continue his NBA Entertainment Rankings, diving deep into offseason moves, title expectations and chaos potential for the Houston Rockets, Oklahoma City Thunder and New York Knicks. They break down Houston’s all-or-nothing gamble on veterans like Kevin Durant, OKC’s roster flexibility and subtle strategy shift and the Knicks’ shot at a championship repeat amid new roster dynamics. (0:29) Entertainment Rankings: Rockets (06:38) Entertainment Rankings: Thunder (15:16) Entertainment Rankings: Knicks 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv 🖥️ Subscribe to the all new Yahoo Sports NBA channel on YouTube!

On today's emergency edition of the Kevin O'Connor Show, KOC reacts to the latest breaking news in the Kawhi Leonard saga. The NBA doled out punishment to the LA Clippers, Steve Ballmer and Kawhi for salary cap circumvention. What’s next for the Los Angeles? Hear what KOC has to say on this special episode! 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv 🖥️ Subscribe to the all new Yahoo Sports NBA channel on YouTube!

We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones share their most interesting players heading into the 2026-27 season. The players range from superstars returning or going on revenge tours to new faces in new places to players facing contract extensions or role shifts and much more. On the WNBA side, the guys take a look at the current playoff picture, using it to check in on all eight teams. The conversation features thoughts on the Lynx's last two losses, the Wings’ winning streak, the Mystics' playoff upside (plus Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen joining Team USA's roster), the Aces adding Kalani Brown, and the guys sharing their favorite potential playoff matchups. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 02:10 -- Most interesting East players 27:10 -- Most interesting West players 55:12 -- Lynx lose two straight 01:04:04 -- Wings finding their flow 01:12:10 -- DeWanna Bonner's Dream debut 01:17:50 -- Caitlin Clark & Aliyah Boston thoughts 01:23:50 -- Mystics playoff upside 01:26:50 -- Aces sign Kalani Brown 01:31:40 -- Favorite potential playoff matchups 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv 🖥️ Subscribe to the all new Yahoo Sports NBA channel on YouTube!

On today's jam-packed Kevin O'Connor Show, KOC has Jonathan Kuminga's agent, Aaron Turner, on to uncover the truth behind the Kuminga debacle and to preview what he has to offer with the newly retooled Minnesota Timberwolves. Then, Celtics reporter Jay King joins to break down the departure of Jaylen Brown from Boston and what that means for this year's roster. Plus, Yahoo Sports senior writer Kendall Baker shares his experience watching an MLB game on the Apple Vision Pro. 0:00 Welcome 01:17 Inside Jonathan Kuminga's contract with Aaron Turner 57:50 What to expect from Celtics post-Jaylen Brown with Jay King 01:05:47 MLB broadcast using Apple Vision Pro with Kendall Baker 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv 🖥️ Subscribe to the all new Yahoo Sports NBA channel on YouTube!

We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to a pair of notable free agents coming off the board. Jonathan Kuminga is heading to Minnesota, while Bennedict Mathurin is heading to New Orleans. The guys discuss how they fit, what they add, and potential shortcomings to monitor. On the WNBA side, the guys dive deep into the Golden State Valkyries' win streak, and share their takeaways from Thursday night's Liberty-Valkyries matchup. Later, they break down DeWanna Bonner's fit with her new team: the Atlanta Dream If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 01:50 -- Jonathan Kuminga to the Wolves 31:35 -- Bennedict Mathurin to the Pelicans 43:08 -- Liberty/Valkyries takeaways 01:03:50 -- What's up with Sabrina Ionescu? 01:17:08 -- DeWanna Bonner to the Dream 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv 🖥️ Subscribe to the all new Yahoo Sports NBA channel on YouTube!

Kevin O’Connor & Tom Haberstroh break down Jonathan Kuminga’s move to the Minnesota Timberwolves and what it means for their championship potential. They dive into Kuminga’s contract, his fit alongside Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball, and why this is a “prove-it” year for the young forward. The duo then continues with Kevin's 'Entertainment Rankings' as they preview the upcoming seasons for the Hornets, Pistons, Cavaliers & Pacers. (0:33) Kuminga signs with Wolves (16:43) Warriors roster moves (21:17) Mathurin signs with Pelicans (27:34) Entertainment Rankings: Hornets (37:44) Entertainment Rankings: Pistons (46:27) Entertainment Rankings: Cavs (55:17) Entertainment Rankings: Pacers 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv 🖥️ Subscribe to the all new Yahoo Sports NBA channel on YouTube!

Tom Haberstroh welcomes Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Amin Elhassan to break down the NBA’s ongoing investigation into Steve Ballmer and the Los Angeles Clippers. From the $28 million no-show endorsement deal with Aspiration and the latest trade hold between the Clippers and Raptors, Tom and Amin lay out what’s real and what’s myth in one of the league’s most consequential off-court stories. (1:17) The Big Number: days since the investigation began (22:25) Are Amin & Pablo out to get Kawhi? (28:51) Is LeBron's $300 million loan circumventing the cap? (41:22) Are the Raptors hoping LA gets a slap on the wrist? 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv 🖥️ Subscribe to the all new Yahoo Sports NBA channel on YouTube!

We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down two big-name free agent acquisitions. Klay Thompson is heading to Miami, while DeMar DeRozan is heading to Denver. The guys discuss how they fit, what they add, and potential shortcomings to monitor. On the WNBA side, the guys dive deep into the Atlanta Dream's win streak, share their takeaways from another awesome Lynx-Valkyries matchup, and check in on the Leonie-is-back New York Liberty. Later, they react to NaLyssa Smith's injury and what that means for the Aces, and explore potential landing spots for the recently bought-out DeWanna Bonner. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 01:08 -- Klay Thompson to the Heat 19:02 -- DeMar DeRozan to the Nuggets 38:20 -- Atlanta Dream 59:45 -- Valkyries/Lynx takeaways 01:14:30 -- Here comes the Liberty 01:21:10 -- Aces lose NaLyssa Smith; what's next? 01:56:20 -- Potential DeWanna Bonner landing spots 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv 🖥️ Subscribe to the all new Yahoo Sports NBA channel on YouTube!

Kevin O'Connor continues his 'Entertainment Rankings' with Andrew Sharp. How will the Trail Blazers make all their guards work together? Are the Utah Jazz a sleeper playoff team? The duo also looks at the Wizards with their addition of the No. 1 pick, AJ Dybantsa, how the Raptors will handle Kawhi's return and what to expect from Cooper Flagg in year two with the Mavericks. Later, they break down the news of Klay Thompson signing with the Miami Heat. (0:49) Entertainment Rankings: Trail Blazers (08:18) Entertainment Rankings: Jazz (15:44) Entertainment Rankings: Wizards (26:05) Entertainment Rankings: Raptors (37:28) Entertainment Rankings: Mavericks (47:14) Klay Thompson signs with Heat 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv 🖥️ Subscribe to the all new Yahoo Sports NBA channel on YouTube!

We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones analyze the newly five-team trade centered around Nuggets forward Peyton Watson heading to the Cavaliers and Max Strus heading to the Clippers. They once again check the temperature with the Cavaliers while digging into what this move means for the Nuggets. On the WNBA side, the guys discuss their takeaways from Thursday's star-studded showdown between the Fever and Wings, salute the awesome WNBA career of Nneka Ogwumike, and highlight Angel Reese's week. Then, they're joined by the great Sarah Kustok (WNBA on NBC/Peacock, YES Network and more) to bounce around the league. In a wide-ranging conversation, they discuss the awesomeness of the Lynx, the half-court questions surrounding the Valkyries, where things stand with the MVP race and much more. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 01:09 -- Peyton Watson trade thoughts 32:02 -- Fever-Wings 45:14 -- Salute to Nneka Ogwumike 50:55 -- Salute to Angel Reese 53:09 -- Sarah Kustok joins the show! 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv 🖥️ Subscribe to the all new Yahoo Sports NBA channel on YouTube!

Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh break down the trade sending Peyton Watson from the Denver Nuggets to the Cleveland Cavaliers. The pair discusses the Nuggets’ lackluster offseason moves and their diminishing supporting cast around Nikola Jokic—is it finally time for him to ask for a trade? KOC & Tom also debate how this trade shakes up the Eastern Conference, Cleveland’s championship hopes and share updates on other major NBA stories including the Clippers & Lakers offseason dramas. Later, Kevin is joined by Justin Boone and Josh Norris to talk through their fantasy football draft tips as the start of the NFL season approaches. (1:17) What is Denver doing? (17:39) What do Cavs gain with Peyton Watson? (29:20) KOC's 'sweat rankings' (34:19) Mailbag: Clippers saga (44:00) Mailbag: Walker Kessler (1:07:10) Fantasy Football with Justin Boone and Josh Norris 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv 🖥️ Subscribe to the all new Yahoo Sports NBA channel on YouTube!