On this episode of The Kevin O’Connor Present, Kevin is joined by Tom Haberstroh. The blokes kick off the episode by speaking concerning the Dallas Mavericks, who’ve misplaced 4 consecutive video games and do not seem like the defending Western Convention Champions.
Equally, the Minnesota Timberwolves don’t seem like a workforce that will’ve made it to the Western Convention Finals. Is it Anthony Edwards’ fault? Do they miss Karl Anthony-Cities? Ought to the Timberwolves be involved concerning the clunky match of their present roster?
Portland Path Blazers’ rookie heart Donovan Clingan racked up 8 blocks towards Minnesota on Wednesday, and he is beginning to seem like he could be the most effective large man on this yr’s draft class.
Victor Wembanyama should’ve been listening final week when Kevin and Tom informed him to cease taking pictures so many 3s, as a result of he is made 20 of them in his final 3 video games and appears to be breaking basketball on each ends of the ground.
LeBron James has posted three consecutive triple-doubles, as he nears his fortieth birthday. Tom has an unimaginable stat that does not really feel actual however sums up simply how productive this season has been for James. Nonetheless, the Lakers nonetheless have main points they should work out.
Lastly, the fellows undergo a method too early take a look at the 2024-25 NBA rookie rankings. There is a large shock on the #1 spot and some guys which can be prepared to leap up the checklist in a rush.
(00:40) – Are the Mavericks in bother?
(12:20) – Are the Timberwolves worse off than the Mavericks?
(17:45) – Is Donovan Clingan the most effective rookie on this class?
(22:35) – Victor Wembanyama’s red-hot 3-pt taking pictures
(30:30) – LeBron James continues to amaze
(41:10) – 2024-25 NBA rookie rankings
