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Jan 2023
1h 11m

Celtics-Warriors Takeaways, Plus Cavs Lo...

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Verno and KOC open the show by discussing Thursday's NBA Finals rematch between the Warriors and Celtics (01:16), which they agree had a playoff-like atmosphere. While discussing the game in Paris between the Bulls and Pistons, the guys talk about how the NBA has been promoting top prospect Victor Wembanyama, and how the league can attract a younger audience (12:28). After seeing the Cavs in person, Verno shares why he is a believer (25:35). Also, the guys discuss the latest round of injuries with Mitchell Robinson and Christian Wood (44:12). They end the show by discussing the debut of KOC’s NBA Draft Guide (59:41).

Check out KOC’s NBA Draft Guide for all the latest prospect rankings!

Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor

Producer: Jessie Lopez

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