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Klay to Miami, DeMar to Denver! Atlanta Dream are ROLLING, Valkyries-Lynx takeaways + DeWanna Bonner landing spots | The Dunker Spot Aug 25, 2026

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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down two big-name free agent acquisitions. Klay Thompson is heading to Miami, while DeMar DeRozan is heading to Denver. The guys discuss how they fit, what they add, and potential shortcomings to monitor.

On the WNBA side, the guys dive deep into the Atlanta Dream's win streak, share their takeaways from another awesome Lynx-Valkyries matchup, and check in on the Leonie-is-back New York Liberty. Later, they react to NaLyssa Smith's injury and what that means for the Aces, and explore potential landing spots for the recently bought-out DeWanna Bonner.

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01:08 -- Klay Thompson to the Heat
19:02 -- DeMar DeRozan to the Nuggets
38:20 -- Atlanta Dream
59:45 -- Valkyries/Lynx takeaways
01:14:30 -- Here comes the Liberty
01:21:10 -- Aces lose NaLyssa Smith; what's next?
01:56:20 -- Potential DeWanna Bonner landing spots

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Klay Thompson signs with Heat + talking Blazers, Jazz, Wizards, Raptors & Mavericks with Andrew Sharp | The Kevin O'Connor Show Aug 24, 2026

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Kevin O'Connor continues his 'Entertainment Rankings' with Andrew Sharp. How will the Trail Blazers make all their guards work together? Are the Utah Jazz a sleeper playoff team? The duo also looks at the Wizards with their addition of the No. 1 pick, AJ Dybantsa, how the Raptors will handle Kawhi's return and what to expect from Cooper Flagg in year two with the Mavericks.
Later, they break down the news of Klay Thompson signing with the Miami Heat.
(0:49) Entertainment Rankings: Trail Blazers
(08:18) Entertainment Rankings: Jazz
(15:44) Entertainment Rankings: Wizards
(26:05) Entertainment Rankings: Raptors
(37:28) Entertainment Rankings: Mavericks
(47:14) Klay Thompson signs with Heat

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Breaking down the Peyton Watson trade, Fever-Wings takeaways + bouncing around with Sarah Kustok | The Dunker Spot Aug 21, 2026

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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones analyze the newly five-team trade centered around Nuggets forward Peyton Watson heading to the Cavaliers and Max Strus heading to the Clippers. They once again check the temperature with the Cavaliers while digging into what this move means for the Nuggets.

On the WNBA side, the guys discuss their takeaways from Thursday's star-studded showdown between the Fever and Wings, salute the awesome WNBA career of Nneka Ogwumike, and highlight Angel Reese's week.

Then, they're joined by the great Sarah Kustok (WNBA on NBC/Peacock, YES Network and more) to bounce around the league. In a wide-ranging conversation, they discuss the awesomeness of the Lynx, the half-court questions surrounding the Valkyries, where things stand with the MVP race and much more.

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01:09 -- Peyton Watson trade thoughts
32:02 -- Fever-Wings
45:14 -- Salute to Nneka Ogwumike
50:55 -- Salute to Angel Reese
53:09 -- Sarah Kustok joins the show!

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Denver loses big in Watson trade, Cavs’ postseason potential + fantasy football draft tips with Justin Boone and Josh Norris | The Kevin O'Connor Show Aug 20, 2026

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Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh break down the trade sending Peyton Watson from the Denver Nuggets to the Cleveland Cavaliers. The pair discusses the Nuggets’ lackluster offseason moves and their diminishing supporting cast around Nikola Jokic—is it finally time for him to ask for a trade? KOC & Tom also debate how this trade shakes up the Eastern Conference, Cleveland’s championship hopes and share updates on other major NBA stories including the Clippers & Lakers offseason dramas.
Later, Kevin is joined by Justin Boone and Josh Norris to talk through their fantasy football draft tips as the start of the NFL season approaches.
(1:17) What is Denver doing?
(17:39) What do Cavs gain with Peyton Watson?
(29:20) KOC's 'sweat rankings'
(34:19) Mailbag: Clippers saga
(44:00) Mailbag: Walker Kessler
(1:07:10) Fantasy Football with Justin Boone and Josh Norris

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What the $12.5 billion Lakers sale means for Luka, LA & the NBA | The Big Number Aug 19, 2026

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Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine break down the jaw-dropping $12.5 billion sale of the Los Angeles Lakers. The duo dives deep into the drama swirling around new buyers Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, the ongoing Buss family legal saga and more.
Tom and Dan also discuss the on-court implications for Luka Doncic and the rest of the Lakers’ new, young roster. Later, they share which players returning from injury they are most excited to watch this season including Tyrese Haliburton and Zach Edey.
(1:20) The Big Number: Lakers' sale price
(31:09) Little Numbers: LA's defense
(34:51) Little Numbers: Lakers' projected net rating
(40:11) Little Numbers: LA's average age
(46:38) Comeback players to watch this season

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Cavaliers & Hornets check-in, Fever looking dangerous + contender check-in | The Dunker Spot Aug 18, 2026

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We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones analyze the Dennis Schröder-Tre Mann trade between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Charlotte Hornets, then examine their offseason and roster outlook.

On the WNBA side, the guys talk about the changes the Indiana Fever have made during their win streak. From there, they check the temperature of the Atlanta Dream and Las Vegas Aces, and salute the continuous winning of the Minnesota Lynx and Golden State Valkyries.

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01:15 -- Charlotte Hornets

09:03 -- Cleveland Cavaliers

16:52 -- Indiana Fever

45:07 -- Atlanta Dream

56:19 -- Minnesota Lynx

01:05:30 -- Las Vegas Aces

01:15:20 -- Golden State Valkyries

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Clippers investigation gets even messier + talking Bulls, Grizzlies, Magic & Hawks with Trey Kerby | The Kevin O'Connor Show Aug 17, 2026

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Kevin O'Connor reacts to the latest developments in the investigation into whether the Clippers organization circumvented the NBA's salary cap. ESPN reported that the NBA found no evidence against Steve Ballmer and the Clippers, but the league quickly responded that the report contained "significant inaccuracies." Which party is leaking this information and does anyone know the truth?
KOC also discusses the Cavaliers trading Schroder to the Hornets. Could this trade merely be setting up an even bigger move for Cleveland in the coming days? Plus, Trey Kerby joins as KOC continues his Entertainment Rankings with the Chicago Bulls, Memphis Grizzlies, Orlando Magic and Atlanta Hawks.
(0:29) Update on Kawhi investigation
(7:47) Cavs trade Schroder to Hornets
(14:28) Entertainment Rankings: Bulls
(22:24) Entertainment Rankings: Grizzlies
(28:16) Entertainment Rankings: Magic
(37:00) Entertainment Rankings: Hawks

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Salute to Russell Westbrook, games we're excited about + WNBA Most Improved deep dive | The Dunker Spot Aug 14, 2026

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We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones salute the amazing career of Russell Westbrook, one of the greatest players of all-time. From there, the guys cap off schedule release week by sharing the five games they're most excited to watch this year, then briefly discuss Bradley Beal's return to the Clippers.
On the WNBA side, the guys do a deep dive into this year's talented Most Improved Player race. From All-Stars like Marina Mabrey and Jessica Shepard, to impactful year-five leaps like Shakira Austin and NaLyssa Smith, to expansion candidates like Carla Leite and Nyara Sabally. We had fun looking into a bunch of different cases.
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1:05 -- Salute to Russell Westbrook
17:10 -- Steve's most exciting games
23:11 -- Nekias' most exciting games
39:30 -- Bradley Beal re-signs with the Clippers
46:14 -- WNBA Most Improved deep dive

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2026-27 NBA schedule reaction: homecomings, rookie matchups, biggest storylines & more must-watch games | The Kevin O'Connor Show Aug 13, 2026

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Kevin O'Connor reacts to the 2026-27 NBA schedule! KOC shares his favorite homecomings like Trae Young’s return to Atlanta and LeBron James taking the court in Los Angeles on Christmas Day, along with primetime rookie battles you can't miss. Plus, how will the new relegation zone impact competitiveness in the later stages of the season?
Later, KOC continues his 'Entertainment Rankings' with the Los Angeles Clippers and the Golden State Warriors.
(0:16) Player homecomings
(4:00) Playoff rematches
(5:44) Relegation zone drama
(8:14) Back-to-back games
(10:14) Big 4 rookie matchups
(13:24) Other notable games
(16:33) Entertainment rankings: Clippers
(19:57) Entertainment rankings: Warriors

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Russell Westbrook retires + Lakers sold in record-breaking deal | The Kevin O'Connor Show Aug 12, 2026

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Kevin O’Connor and Trey Kirby react to the breaking news of Russell Westbrook’s retirement from the NBA after 18 seasons.
Later, KOC and Yaron Weitzman break down the bombshell sale of the Los Angeles Lakers to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner. The pair unpacks the federal investigation surrounding Mark Walter's finances, speculates on what this means for Rob Pelinka’s future and more.
(0:24) Russell Westbrook retires
(7:36) Lakers sold for $12 billion

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