Blake Griffin talks Wemby, Chris Paul, Lob City Clippers, rookie stars & NBA evolution | The Kevin O'Connor Show

Kevin O’Connor is joined by Blake Griffin to break down the impact of Wemby in the Spurs’ victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Cup semifinals. Did the Spurs find the formula for stopping OKC? Is Victor Wembanyama on track to become the greatest of all time?Next, Blake Griffin shares his favorite dunks, how his game evolved throughout his career and the evolution of the NBA. Then, he shares his experience of being traded during his career path and his reaction to the Clippers sending Chris Paul home.Later, the duo discusses Jalen Brunson's performance against the Magic in the NBA Cup semis and their top candidates for Rookie of the Year this season.Plus, who will be crowned the champions of the NBA Cup this year?(0:45) Wemby vs. OKC in NBA Cup semis(5:01) Did Spurs unlock formula for stopping OKC?(8:26) Could Victor Wembanyama become the GOAT?(14:28) Blake Griffin’s greatest dunks(18:36) Evolution of Griffin’s game(26:18) Evolution of the NBA(31:58) Griffin’s experience when traded by Clippers(37:33) Reaction to Chris Paul sent home by Clippers(44:30) Jalen Brunson vs. Magic in NBA Cup semis(47:49) Rookie of the Year candidates this season(51:50) Blake Griffin life after basketball(58:31) NBA Cup Final predictions 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Kevin O’Connor is joined by Amin Elhassan to recap the San Antonio Spurs ending the Oklahoma City Thunder’s winning streak in their electric NBA Cup semifinal victory. They break down Victor Wembanyama’s immediate defensive impact and the Spurs’ formula for success against OKC. Should the Spurs be aggressive with trades or stick with their young roster?Next, the duo breaks down the keys to the New York Knicks' NBA Cup semifinal win over the Orlando Magic. They discuss Jalen Brunson’s showstopping 40-piece, why Paolo Banchero isn’t fitting in with the Magic and whether Jamahl Mosley is the best fit for the Magic’s head coaching role. Are we overthinking the New York Knicks?Plus, they give their final picks for who will win the NBA Cup Finals. Who does Wemby defend? Can KAT pull Wemby out of the paint? How will the NBA Cup MVP title impact the legacy of the greats?Later, Chris Haynes joins the show, giving the latest news, including potential landing spots for Giannis, what moves the Warriors need to make and whether the Clippers should trade James Harden or Kawhi Leonard?(1:31) Spurs beat Thunder in NBA Cup semis (16:40) Should Spurs or Thunder trade for Giannis? (27:39) Knicks beat Magic in NBA Cup semis (42:04) NBA Cup Final preview (53:32) Giannis trade rumors with Chris Haynes (1:08:14) What is Trae Young's future with Atlanta? (1:12:07) Should Mavericks make a trade? (1:19:46) Will Clippers trade Kawhi Leonard or James Harden? 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ahead of this weekend's NBA Cup slate, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones recap how the Magic, Knicks, Thunder and Spurs earned victories in the quarterfinals.Then, the guys preview the semifinals — Knicks-Magic and Spurs-Thunder — asking and answering big picture questions about each matchup.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected].(1:22) — Heat-Magic(13:08) — Knicks-Raptors(20:25) — Suns-Thunder(27:31) — Lakers-Spurs(35:55) — Knicks-Magic preview(51:52) — Spurs-Thunder preview 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Kevin O’Connor is joined by Tom Haberstroh to break down the Oklahoma City Thunder dominating the Phoenix Suns in the NBA Cup quarterfinal as they continue their historic winning streak. Can OKC break the NBA record for longest single-season win streak? Then, they discuss the San Antonio Spurs' victory over the Los Angeles Lakers without superstar Victor Wembanyama and share their picks for who will reign supreme in the NBA Cup.Next, the duo shares why the NBA is seeing a rise in calf strains across the league and shares their thoughts on the NBA’s response. And, are the Grizzlies better without Ja Morant? Where are potential landing spots for Anthony Davis and Giannis Antetokounmpo?Plus, James Barlowe joins to discuss AJ Dybansta’s electric game against Clemson, Darryn Peterson’s return to Kansas and how Nate Ament can bounce back from his struggles.(0:47) OKC defeats Phoenix in NBA Cup quarterfinals(6:10) Spurs beat Lakers in NBA Cup quarterfinals(8:54) Thunder vs. Spurs NBA Cup semifinal preview(13:00) Increase of calf strain injuries in the NBA(23:54) Knicks vs. Magic NBA Cup semifinal preview(34:35) Ja's last chance to make things right with Memphis(43:36) Queen continues to shine for Pelicans(46:28) Anthony Davis trade suitors(57:20) Draft Class with James Barlowe 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine break down the keys to the New York Knicks punching their ticket to Vegas with their victory over the Toronto Raptors, including Jalen Brunson’s impact this year and the Knicks’ elite 3-point shooting game. Are the Knicks now the East favorite? Next, they discuss the Magic’s victory over the Heat as they advance to the next round of the NBA Cup. They share how Desmond Bane, Jalen Suggs, and Anthony Black are the difference makers for Orlando and discuss the keys to Orlando’s success in the next round of the NBA Cup. Later, the duo shares their picks for the NBA Cup Quarterfinals. Are the Thunder untouchable? Can the Spurs take down the Lakers without Wemby?1:42 Are the New York Knicks the top contender in the East?20:02 Are Desmond Bane, Jalen Suggs, and Anthony Black better on the floor without Banchero?29:10 NBA Cup Eastern Conference semifinal preview36:56 NBA Cup Western Conference quarterfinal preview 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ahead of this week's NBA Cup slate, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones offer temperature checks in the West, ask key questions of the East, and bounce around with observations — and ice-in-cereal thoughts.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected] 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(1:29) — Suns-Thunder(16:24) — Lakers-Spurs(29:49) — Orlando Magic(45:02) — Toronto Raptors(50:51) — Dallas Mavericks(58:37) — Golden State Warriors(01:00:57) — Player Shoutouts(01:10:19) — Free Throws 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Kevin O’Connor is joined by Slightly Biased to break down whether Ryan Nembhard is the next Steve Nash and his impact on the Dallas Mavericks. Plus, are the Lakers the most overrated team in the NBA? Is Joel Embiid finished?Next, they discuss if the Thunder could still make the play-in even if you took all the starters off the roster, whether the Celtics will win 55 plus games if Tatum returns by March and Zach Edey’s defensive impact for the Grizzlies. Plus, should everyone besides Steph Curry on the Warriors be available for a trade?(1:24) Ryan Nembhard the next Steve Nash?(9:42) Are Lakers overrated?(14:49) Is Embiid finished?(20:21) Could OKC's bench make the play-in?(29:55) Clippers could blow it all up(36:30) Are Celtics actually any good?(42:34) Zach Edey defensive improvements(49:00) Is Zaccharie Risacher officially a bust?(54:36) Can Kings turn their season around?(57:55) Should Warriors make a trade?(1:07:59) NBA Cup predictions 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones have an honest conversation about the Los Angeles Clippers and the Chris Paul fallout, and talk through how the Clippers can still salvage their season.From there, they check in on the Milwaukee Bucks in light of the recent Giannis Antetokounmpo injury, break down the excellent play of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, then close with a round of Free Throws.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected] 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(2:48) — Los Angeles Clippers(30:00) — Chris Paul(45:59) — Milwaukee Bucks(54:09) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is leveling up(01:06:35) — Free Throws 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Kevin O’Connor is joined by Tom Haberstroh to break down the latest between Chris Paul and the Los Angeles Clippers after Paul was sent home Wednesday morning. What teams are the best fit for the unexpected free agent? Then, has Giannis played his last game with the Bucks? The pair discusses reports that Giannis and his agent have been in conversations with the Milwaukee Bucks about his future with the organization. The duo breaks down various trade scenarios across the league, including whether the Oklahoma City Thunder would be willing to make a move for the two-time NBA MVP.Later, Tate Frazier joins for this week’s Draft Class, including Koa Peat’s impact on Arizona, why Milan Momcilovic is a player to watch and what to expect from Duke vs. Michigan on Saturday.(0:31) Clippers send Chris Paul home(16:56) What's wrong with the Cavs?(23:50) Giannis trade speculation(31:40) Giannis to the Knicks?(33:44) Giannis to the Warriors?(37:22) Giannis to the Lakers?(41:43) Giannis to the Spurs?(47:24) Giannis to the Rockets?(56:01) Giannis to the Thunder?(1:02:55) Will Giannis ever play for the Bucks again?(1:08:20) Draft Class with Tate Frazier 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine dissect the corpse of the Los Angeles Clippers' franchise! The pair react to the Clippers' 3 AM disposal of Chris Paul and discuss potential new destinations for the 40-year-old veteran guard. They also analyze both the historical and current woes of the Clippers, noting the Herculean offensive efforts from James Harden and horrific team defense. Norman Powell's success in Miami is also discussed, making this episode deliciously miserable for fans in Clipperland.(1:05) The Big Number: Clippers send Chris Paul home(30:57) The Little Numbers: LAC half-court defense(35:35) The Little Numbers: James Harden’s offensive impact(41:04) The Little Numbers: Clippers missing Norm Powell 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv