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Yahoo Sports NBA
Home of all podcasts from Yahoo Sports NBA, including The Kevin O'Connor Show, The Dunker Spot & The Big Number.
Episodes
Yahoo Sports NBAMVP + ROY Check-Ins, Wemby's Strong Return, NBA Cup Final Thoughts | The Dunker Spot
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot on deck! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones check in on the MVP and ROY races — the top two for each award will be…
Yahoo Sports NBABlake 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…
Yahoo Sports NBANBA Cup Semifinals reaction with Amin Elhassan + Giannis trade rumors with Chris Haynes | The Kevin O'Connor Show
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…
Yahoo Sports NBANBA Cup Semifinals Preview + Quarterfinals Recap | The Dunker Spot
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…
Yahoo Sports NBANBA Cup predictions, Ja check-in & the AD sweepstakes with Tom Haberstroh + Draft Class with James Barlowe | The Kevin O'Connor Show
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…
Yahoo Sports NBANBA Cup reactions + are the Knicks the team to beat in the East? | The Big Number
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…
Yahoo Sports NBASuns-Thunder, Lakers-Spurs Preview + Examining Paolo Banchero's Return | The Dunker Spot
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…
Yahoo Sports NBA‘Slightly Biased, Spot On or So Wrong?’ Contenders, Celtics, Lakers, Embiid, Nembhard & more | The Kevin O'Connor Show
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…
Yahoo Sports NBAWhere Do the Clippers and Bucks Go from Here + a Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Breakdown | The Dunker Spot
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…
Yahoo Sports NBAGiannis trade scenarios, Clippers send Chris Paul home + Draft Class with Tate Frazier | The Kevin O'Connor Show
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…
Yahoo Sports NBANo championships, no Finals & now no Chris Paul for Clippers | The Big Number
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…
Yahoo Sports NBAKnicks and Spurs Rolling, What are the Celtics, and is it Panic Time in LA? | The Dunker Spot
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are back to bounce around the league! First, they discuss the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks racking up wins despite…
Yahoo Sports NBANBA Cup contender check-in with J.E. Skeets | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Kevin O’Connor is joined by J.E. Skeets to break down the matchups in the knockout round of the NBA Cup. They discuss reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s…
Yahoo Sports NBAThanksgiving Mailbag + A Chat with Gary Payton II
For the first time this NBA season, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones go to the Dunker Spot mailbag! They answer questions about league-wide defensive trends…
Yahoo Sports NBANBA fanbases with the most to be grateful for this Thanksgiving | The Big Number
Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine discuss gratitudes in the NBA for this Thanksgiving episode. The pair chat about LA's luck with Luka Dončić—who's on a historic…
Yahoo Sports NBAPistons, Heat, Raptors rolling + a Salute to Chris Paul | The Dunker Spot
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones salute the streaking Pistons, Heat, and Raptors, then talk about teams, players and other things they're grateful for this…
Yahoo Sports NBAPoint guard drama, biggest surprises & NBA draft risers with Justin Termine, Kelly Iko & Ricky O’Donnell | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Kevin O’Connor is joined by Justin Termine to discuss Kawhi Leonard returning to the Los Angeles Clippers, James Harden continuing his legacy and whether the…
Yahoo Sports NBABreaking Down LeBron James' Laker Debut + LaMelo Ball & Kings Trade Destinations | The Dunker Spot
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down the season debut of LeBron James, discussing the positives, growth areas, and things to keep track of as the sample…
Yahoo Sports NBA12 big NBA questions with Tom Haberstroh + Boozer concerns and a Flagg debate with Sam Vecenie | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Kevin O’Connor and Tom Haberstroh answer the twelve biggest NBA questions at this point in the season, including whether Houston is a top-tier contender and…
Yahoo Sports NBAWay-too-early NBA awards & LeBron returns to Lakers lineup | The Big Number
Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine give their way-too-early awards for the NBA season thus far. They debate whether Shai Gilgeous-Alexander or Nikola Jokić should…
Yahoo Sports NBANBA 'Good News/Bad News’ with Ariel Helwani & Molly Morrison | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Ariel Helwani joins Kevin O’Connor in-person for a look at the Knicks’ season so far, from Mike Brown’s uptempo system and deep bench rotation to the…
Yahoo Sports NBAThunder Look Like Juggernauts, What's Wrong with the Timberwolves + Early All-Star Rosters | The Dunker Spot
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones roam the baseline with praise for the Oklahoma City Thunder and surprisingly-feisty Atlanta Hawks. Then, they check in on the…
Yahoo Sports NBAHawks better without Trae? Houston's offense unstoppable? NBA overreactions with Es Baraheni | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Kevin O’Connor asks Es Baraheni if he's gone ‘too far or not far enough,' as they break down if the Atlanta Hawks are better without Trae Young, if the Rockets…
Yahoo Sports NBAThe Phoenix Suns are Winning + Explaining Why Nikola Jokic is Unstoppable | The Dunker Spot
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Stephen PridGeon-Garner (PHNX Sports) to discuss the surprisingly hot start of the Phoenix Suns. Then, the guys…
Yahoo Sports NBAJokic dominates, Thunder surge & Draymond calls out KOC + NFL talk with Field Yates | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Kevin O’Connor welcomes Tom Haberstroh to discuss Jokic’s historic 55-point night against the Clippers and the impact of Bradley Beal’s injury for LA. Next…
Yahoo Sports NBACan Mavericks rebuild after firing Nico Harrison? + Anthony Davis trade watch | The Big Number
Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine react to the Dallas Mavericks firing Nico Harrison just ten months after trading Luka Dončić to the Lakers and ask if drafting…
Yahoo Sports NBANikola Jokic Looks Like the MVP, Kevin Durant Thriving in Houston and Nico Harrison Out in Dallas | The Dunker Spot
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones roam the baseline with some Western Conference love (Nuggets, Rockets) and some surging teams in the East (top-seeded Pistons…
Yahoo Sports NBAPeeWeeDaPlug on Nico’s future, Magic mediocrity & Fox’s debut + James Barlowe joins Draft Class | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Kevin O’Connor is joined by Pierre Andresen, aka PeeWeeDaPlug, to discuss the current state of the Dallas Mavericks and if their disappointing 3-7 start will…
Yahoo Sports NBAVJ Edgecombe's Stellar Season, Rookie Rankings and Unrivaled Rosters Announced | The Dunker Spot
It's time to check on the rookies! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones give their early impression on 10 of the top rookies from this year's class, digging into what…
Yahoo Sports NBAMemphis a mess, Houston’s high-power offense & the Dallas downfall continues + Donovan Mitchell on latest NBA trends | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Kevin O’Connor welcomes Tom Haberstroh back to the podcast to unpack the top stories in the NBA this week, starting with Ja Morant & Memphis as they speculate…
Yahoo Sports NBATime for the Grizzlies to move on from Ja Morant? | The Big Number
Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine react to the Grizzlies’ most recent drama with Ja Morant and ask: is it time to move on from him? Or should Memphis ride out the…
Yahoo Sports NBAThunder Keep Rolling, Lakers Surging and More Weekend Takeaways
We're bouncing around the league again! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones "Roam the Baseline" with a few Western Conference shoutouts — and a hat tip to a hot…
Yahoo Sports NBAJa Morant drama, small sample takeaways + college basketball prospects to watch with Jason Timpf and Jeff Goodman | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Kevin O’Connor is joined by Jason Timpf of Hoops Tonight to discuss Ja Morant’s one game suspension. Is it time to panic about Ja’s future with Memphis, or…
Yahoo Sports NBAAustin Reaves Dominating for Lakers, Rockets Finding Their Groove + What's Spooking You | The Dunker Spot
We've got a Halloween-themed episode of the Dunker Spot today! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones check in on a few Western conference teams, then have some fun as…
Yahoo Sports NBANBA ‘Trick or Treat’ with Adam Mares | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Kevin O'Connor welcomes Adam Mares for a rapid-fire ‘Trick or Treat’ Halloween special. From Austin Reaves’ breakout start for the Lakers to the Pelicans’…
Yahoo Sports NBASpurs start 4-0, but are Wemby's stats sustainable? + NBA Cup preview | The Big Number
Tom Haberstroh & Dan Devine break down what makes Victor Wembanyama’s 4-0 start with the San Antonio Spurs truly historic, as he does something no other NBA…
Yahoo Sports NBAWemby & Giannis' Dominance + NBA Opening Week Takeaways | The Dunker Spot
We're roughly a week into the 2025-26 regular season, and the guys have you covered with analysis! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones give more of their early…
Yahoo Sports NBAT-Wolves PG problems, rise of the full court press + more NBA week 1 reactions with Dane Moore | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Kevin O'Connor is joined by Dane Moore, host of the Dane Moore NBA Show, to dig into the Timberwolves' complicated point guard situation and the team's…
Yahoo Sports NBAWarriors Beat Nuggets in OT Thriller, SGA Scores 55 to Top Pacers + Early Season Observations
The NBA regular season is underway, and the guys have you covered with analysis! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down some of their early takeaways from…
Yahoo Sports NBAWemby’s special game, NBA betting scandal + opening night reactions with Kirk Henderson, Spike Eskin & Jonathan Macri | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Kevin O’Connor is joined Spike Eskin to discuss VJ Edgecombe’s incredible rookie debut for the Philadelphia 76ers in their win over the Boston Celtics and…
Yahoo Sports NBANBA's opening night on NBC: Sengun destined for MVP? + Warriors actual title contenders?
This week on The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh & Dan Devine react to the NBA's opening night. They discuss Alperen Sengun's impressive three-point shooting to…
Yahoo Sports NBARockets-Thunder OT thriller, Lakers look lackluster vs. Warriors + Ace Bailey on his role in Utah | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Kevin O’Connor welcomes Andrew Sharp to break down the NBA’s opening night action. From the double-overtime Rockets-Thunder thriller and SGA’s game-winning…
Yahoo Sports NBANBA Awards Predictions + Pacific Division Preview | The Dunker Spot
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones kick off the episode with their final preview: the Pacific division. They discuss what they're excited about, key questions they…
Yahoo Sports NBAChris Vernon & KOC reunite: ‘Semi-Bold Predictions’ for the 2025-26 NBA season | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Kevin O'Connor and Chris Vernon make semi-bold predictions for the 2025-26 NBA season, including which rookies will break out, MVP hopefuls, and surprise…
Yahoo Sports NBARuss signs with Kings, Atlantic + Central Division Previews | The Dunker Spot
We have a mega episode for you! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones kick off the episode with the latest news, covering the Kings’ latest news and ending with a…
Yahoo Sports NBA16 biggest NBA questions with Bobby Marks, Tyrese Haliburton predicts NBA trends & fantasy basketball draft advice with Dan Titus | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Kevin O’Connor is joined by Bobby Marks to preview the 2025 NBA season and react to major preseason headlines, including Russell Westbrook signing with the…
Yahoo Sports NBAHow 13 preseason post-ups could make Wembanyama NBA MVP + Russell Westbrook signs with Sacramento | The Big Number
This week on The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh & Dan Devine make the case for their top five 2025-26 NBA MVP candidates. Can Victor Wembanyama and San Antonio win…
Yahoo Sports NBAPreviewing the Southwest Division featuring Cooper Flagg & Kevin Durant + Aces win third title in four years
Nekias Duncan & Steve Jones dive into the Tuesday podcast by taking a look at a Southwest Division stacked with talent, starting with the Houston Rockets, who…
Yahoo Sports NBAAces look to sweep Mercury, Southeast division preview & Lakers without LeBron in October | The Dunker Spot
Nekias Duncan & Steve Jones kick off this Friday podcast reacting to the Las Vegas Aces' 90-88 last second win over the Phoenix Mercury to go up 3-0 in a WNBA…
Yahoo Sports NBAKOC Mailbag: Giannis trade scenarios, Mavs variance, Ace Bailey's debut & more | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Kevin O’Connor answers fans' biggest questions ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season, starting with questions about if Giannis will still be in Milwaukee at the end…
Yahoo Sports NBAHow Milwaukee’s offseason set up Giannis’ possible exit & Grizzlies injury nightmare now includes Ja Morant | The Big Number
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…
Yahoo Sports NBA2025 WNBA Finals Game 1 & 2 Review + Northwest Division Preview | The Dunker Spot
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…
Yahoo Sports NBA2025 WNBA Finals Preview + Preseason Takeaways | The Dunker Spot
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…
Yahoo Sports NBANBA Atlantic Division preview with Nekias Duncan + NFL Week 4 reaction/Week 5 preview with Joel Smyth | The Kevin O'Connor Show
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…
Yahoo Sports NBAClippers have ZERO evidence of innocence, Kuminga contract conclusion & more from NBA media day | The Big Number
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…
Yahoo Sports NBASunshine & Rainbows | The Dunker Spot
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…
Yahoo Sports NBANBA media day reactions + Central Division preview with Alex Golden | The Kevin O'Connor Show
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…
Yahoo Sports NBANBA Southeast Division preview with David Thorpe: Magic’s big moves, lackluster Heat & sleeper Hawks | The Kevin O'Connor Show
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…
Yahoo Sports NBAIs Houston's season in jeopardy with Fred VanVleet ACL injury? | The Big Number
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…
Yahoo Sports NBAFred VanVleet injury ripple effects with Kelly Iko, Desmond Bane on the Magic & NFL Week 3 reaction with Adam Levitan | The Kevin O'Connor Show
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…