On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and J.A. Adande praise Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves on their game 4 win over the Los Angeles Lakers while also pointing out some mistakes JJ Redick may have made.

Next, Vince and J.A. react to the Knicks and Clippers last second losses and if the Golden State Warriors are a true contender if they eliminate the Houston Rockets.

Later, Vince and J.A. unpack the unfortunate injury news for Damian Lillard and how it will impact the Milwaukee Bucks organization moving forward.

(2:40) Anthony Edwards leads Wolves to win over Lakers

(17:26) Knicks get controversial win against Pistons

(16:02) Jalen Brunson’s foul baiting

(27:25) Could the Clippers beat the Thunder?

(29:22) Clippers vs. Nuggets living up to billing

(35:54) Steph Curry, Warriors get win without Jimmy Butler

(46:25) Damian Lillard tears achilles

(54:35) What Dame’s injury means for Bucks organization

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On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Dan Titus react to the New York Knicks close win over the Detroit Pistons and the beatdown the Los Angeles Clippers put on the Denver Nuggets.

Next, Vince and Dan discuss how the rest of the Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves series will play out before voicing their concerns for Jimmy Butler and the Golden State Warriors.

Later, Vince and Dan unpack the Indiana Pacers and Milwaukee Bucks series and how it will impact Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future.

(1:59) Knicks survive Pistons in Game 3

(10:38) Officiating in Knicks vs. Pistons

(16:02) Jalen Brunson’s foul baiting

(18:40) Clippers dominate Nuggets

(27:25) Could the Clippers beat the Thunder?

(29:52) Lakers vs. Timberwolves Game 3 preview

(39:09) Warriors could be without Jimmy Butler

(45:59) Giannis’ future with the Bucks

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On today's episode of The Kevin O'Connor Show, KOC is joined by Tom Haberstroh and the guys do a deep-dive on every single series. Do the Los Angeles Clippers have the Nikola Jokic stopper? Did the New York Knicks turn a corner against the Detroit Pistons? Why the physicality of the Houston Rockets-Golden State Warriors series is a bad thing, how Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies would have been better off missing the Playoffs altogether, and Darius Garland's blunt trash talk about Tyler Herro. And why Jayson Tatum's wrist injury is a great thing for Jaylen Brown. The guys give their takes on where every single NBA Playoff matchup stands -- don't miss this episode of the KOC Show!

(0:47) Nuggets vs. Clippers Game 3 reaction

(12:12) Lakers vs. Wolves Game 3 preview

(18:33) Rockets vs. Warriors Game 3 preview

(30:25) Pistons vs. Knicks Game 3 reaction

(40:13) Bucks vs. Pacers Game 3 preview

(52:29) Thunder vs. Grizzlies series update

(1:06:45) Celtics vs. Magic series update

(1:12:58) Cavs vs. Heat series update

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On today's episode of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine dug up the data that proves Luka Doncic is LeBron James' greatest teammate of all-time. Sorry Dwyane Wade, our bad Kyrie Irving, apologies Anthony Davis -- Tom and Dan have the data that shows why #77 on the purple and gold gets this honor. But is Head Coach JJ Redick putting too much on the shoulders of his newcomer? And what does Anthony Edwards need to do offensively to break out in this series as it shifts back to Minnesota?

Plus, Jayson Tatum has been Mr. Durability for the Boston Celtics for nearly a decade now, but this latest wrist injury has Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine concerned.

(3:05) The Big Number: Luka’s points in playoffs

(11:18) Luka’s minutes on the bench

(15:30) Minnesota wide-open 3-pointers vs. LAL

(19:35) Gobert impact on Wolves defensive rating

(23:16) Edwards pick-n-roll points per possession

(27:30) Jayson Tatum doubtful for Game 2 vs. Magic

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Kevin O'Connor is joined by Nate Duncan on this jam-packed edition of the KOC Show. First the guys react to the Game 2 thriller between the Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Clippers -- Kawhi Leonard's performance has Kevin asking some big legacy questions. The New York Knicks fall to Cade Cunningham's Detroit Pistons -- what options does Tom Thibodeau have at this point? Nico Harrison's latest comments have Kevin and Nate befuddled. Cooper Flagg officially declares for the Draft! Damian Lillard is back! Plus Kevin and Nate discuss each NBA Playoff series -- this episode has you covered!

(0:48) Clippers beat Nuggets in game 2

(12:33) Pistons FINALLY get a playoff win

(25:08) Landry Fields fired by Hawks

(30:42) Cooper Flagg officially declares for Draft

(33:47) Nico Harrison stupidity strikes again…

(39:01) Damian Lillard to return for Bucks vs. Pacers

(47:01) Most overrated NBA players

(50:23) Thunder vs. Grizzlies game 2 preview

(52:01) Magic vs. Celtics game 2 preview

(53:09) Warriors vs. Rockets game 2 preview

(1:02:17) Lakers vs. Timberwolves game 2 preview

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On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and BJ Armstrong react to the Warriors stealing Game 1 vs. the Rockets and Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves physicality against the Los Angeles Lakers.

Next, Vince and BJ give Russell Westbrook his flowers for the Denver Nuggets victory and discuss what went wrong for the Detroit Pistons in their loss to the New York Knicks.

Later, Vince and BJ take a look at the hiring of Scott Perry as GM for the Sacramento Kings and more fallout with Nico Harrison and the Dallas Mavericks.
 

(1:32) Warriors beats Rockets

(11:35) Minnesota beats Lakers

(24:25) Nuggets defeat Clippers

(34:05) Knicks come back to defeat Pistons

(43:40) Scott Perry Kings new GM

(46:56) Nico Harrison drama in Dallas

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Kevin O'Connor went into the lab and cooked up his definitive TOP 40 players of the the 2025 NBA Playoffs, in order. Come for the snubs, stay for the controversy. It's KOC's opinion and if you don't like it, let him know in the comments. All 16 NBA Playoff teams are represented in this comprehensive, first-ever Top 40 Postseason Player rankings — and you can only get it on this special edition of The KOC Show!

(02:00) - #40-31

(16:20) - #30-21

(28:35) - #20-11

(43:35) - Top 10

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On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Jared Greenberg discuss the Golden State Warriors matchup with the Houston Rockets as well as players with the most to gain during the NBA playoffs.

Next, Vince and Jared react to Damian Lillard’s potential return to the floor and the fallout from Nico Harrison’s presser with the media.

Later, Vince and Jared debate which team has the best chance to stop a Celtics repeat and Scott Perry hired as the new General Manager for the Kings.

(1:38) Warriors beat Grizzlies in Play-in

(5:03) Warriors vs. Rockets

(11:32) NBA Stars with the most to gain in playoffs

(33:44) Damian Lillard set to return

(38:37) Nico Harrison’s presser

(49:35) Will the Celtics repeat?

(56:42) Scott Perry hired as Kings GM

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Join Tom Haberstroh and Henry Abbott, of TrueHoop.com, as they delve into the intricacies of the current NBA injury crisis. Henry shares insights from his upcoming book, "Ballistic: The New Science of Injury-Free Athletic Performance," exploring the alarming injury rate in the NBA and the world at large.

The two talk about how biomechanics, particularly the role of hips, are pivotal for athletes to achieve peak performance and longevity.  Abbott shares his experiences with Dr. Marcus Elliott and the Peak Performance Project (P3) and emphasizes that injuries are not inevitable but avoidable with the proper prevention care.

(0:41) Henry Abbott joins the show

(2:26) The Big Number: 6,000 NBA games missed due to injury

(17:46) Little Number: 72% decrease in heart disease deaths

(20:46) Little Number: 11,000 newtons of force

(28:00) Little Number: 300% increase in chances of back pain

(32:52) Little Number: $45 million Suns performance facility

(40:26) How to prevent injuries now & in the future

(43:20) P3 breathing exercise

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KOC is joined by Esfandiar Baraheni to preview and predict some of the best Round 1 matchups of the 2025 NBA Playoffs, starting with the Golden State Warriors vs. the Houston Rockets, who are fresh off the Dubs advancing out of the Play-In against the Memphis Grizzlies. Will Amen Thompson shut down Steph Curry again?? 

Don't miss Kevin's prediction for the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves -- as the guys preview what to expect when LeBron James and Luka Doncic take on Anthony Edwards and company. Why Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets vs. Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers could be the best matchup of Round 1.

Plus: KOC's got hot takes on Trae Young having "sore loser energy," the Boston Celtics-Orlando Magic Round 1 series, what the Joe Dumars news means for Zion Williamson's future in New Orleans (hint: TRADE time!) and, of course, Kevin goes scorched earth on Nico Harrison's latest boneheaded comments about the Dallas Mavericks.

(0:43) Warriors beat Grizzlies Tuesday night

(8:24) Warriors vs. Rockets preview

(22:32) Magic defeat Hawks on Tuesday

(28:15) Magic vs. Celtics preview

(33:51) Timberwolves vs. Lakers preview

(45:35) Nuggets vs. Clippers preview

(58:16) Nico Harrison says ‘defense wins championships’

(1:05:15) Pelicans hire Joe Dumars

(1:10:43) Damian Lillard out for start of playoffs

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