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Kevin O’Connor didn’t hold back in his critique of the NBA All-Star Weekend, particularly the new Sunday night game format. He questioned TNT’s focus on themselves rather than the players and wondered how Commissioner Adam Silver allowed an All-Star Weekend in San Francisco without Steph Curry in the 3-point contest. Kevin also expressed his disappointment in the Slam Dunk contest and LeBron James’ last-minute withdrawal from the All-Star Game. Kevin and Dan Titus discussed the various odd sound bites from Draymond Green, including his bold predictions and the rumors about him turning down the Warriors’ Head Coaching position in the future.
Here are the key points discussed in the episode:
- Team Shaq Wins 41-25! MVP: Steph Curry (2nd ASG MVP)
- Wemby’s Energy Injection into Team Chuck
- Comparison of New Format vs. East vs. West
- Charles Barkley vs. Draymond Green Debate
- Ideas to Improve All-Star Weekend
- Giannis’ Proposal for Team USA vs. World + Global ASG Cities
- Mac McClung’s 3-Peat in the Dunk Contest
- Draymond Green’s Comments on Jimmy Butler & GSW’s Title Chances
- Speculation about Draymond Turning Down Future GSW HC Job
- Fantasy Basketball Breakout Players Discussion with Dan Titus
- Analysis of Potential Fantasy Pickups
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