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May 2024
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NBA Combine Snubs, Bronny’s Draft Path, ...

The Ringer
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The Ringer's Tate Frazier is joined by Kevin O'Connor to discuss the upcoming NBA combine, notable combine snubs, draft prospects, the Tom Brady roast, and more (1:45). Then Tate closes the show with some shout-outs, including more transfer portal commits, more NCAA court cases, and the pope (47:18)!


Host: Tate Frazier

Guest: Kevin O'Connor

Producer: Kyle Crichton

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