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Kevin O'Connor is joined by Corey Tulaba & Albert Ghim of No Ceilings to break down the first two days of NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. The trio shares their favorite rookie and team fits, potential sophomore stars and much more.

 

Then, KOC is joined by Dan Titus to discuss fantasy basketball rookies you won't want to overlook for next season. 

 

(1:00) Wizards, Jazz, Grizzlies & Bulls team survey

(8:23) Non-rookie breakout players

(18:49) Best & worst rookie + team fits

(27:41) Standout players from Summer League

(33:37) 2027 & 2028 NBA Draft expectations

(37:35) Fantasy basketball rookie sleepers

(41:47) Fantasy basketball sophomore sleepers

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

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to opening day (and night) of Las Vegas Summer League. They discuss AJ Dybantsa's debut in a showdown against Darryn Peterson and the Jazz, the Darius Acuff-Keaton Wagler duel, the Morez Johnson-Yaxel Lendeborg matchup and much more. 

From there, they discuss the latest NBA news. Is the Kawhi Leonard trade actually in jeopardy? What do we make of this massive six-team trade? Have the Jazz done a good enough job of replacing Walker Kessler?

On the WNBA side, the guys have a nuanced conversation about the Las Vegas Aces' decision to waive Chennedy Carter: where communication might've broken down, some of the on-court shortcomings, and why we haven't heard much from the Aces -- at least not yet.

To close, they discuss this year's All-Star reserves and who could potentially replace Kelsey Plum if she hasn't returned to the court by then.

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01:15 -- AJ Dybantsa vs Darryn Peterson

14:50 -- Keaton Wagler vs Darius Acuff Jr.

20:10 -- Summer League bounce-around

41:50 -- NBA news (Kawhi + free agency)

57:40 -- Aces waive Chennedy Carter

01:20:10 -- All-Star reserves announced

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Kevin O'Connor & Es Baraheni react to the blockbuster NBA Summer League game and no. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa and the Washington Wizards beating Darryn Peterson and the Utah Jazz. The pair also react to the matchup between former Michigan men Yaxel Lendeborg & Morez Johnson Jr. in the Warriors vs. Mavericks game.

KOC then reacts to the news that the NBA's investigation into the Kawhi Leonard Aspiration affair has stalled his trade from the Clippers to the Raptors. 

Later, Kevin is joined by Nekias Duncan as they preview the matchup between Caleb Wilson & Cameron Boozer and draft their top players to watch during Summer League. 

(0:45) AJ Dybantsa vs. Darryn Peterson reaction

(11:30) Warriors vs. Mavericks reaction

(19:50) Aspiration investigation delays Kawhi trade

(28:22) Cam Boozer vs. Caleb Wilson preview

(40:52) Must-watch Summer League players

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On this episode of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine look into what led the Boston Celtics to trade away the Finals MVP Jaylen Brown.

From there the duo break down what Donovan Mitchell getting paid in Cleveland means for the overall roster construction of the Cavaliers.

01:17 The Big Number: Celtics record without Jaylen Brown

27:18 The Little Numbers: Jaylen Brown traded from Boston to Philly

52:57 Donovan Mitchell gets paid

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

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones give their thoughts on NBA free agency’s latest, from Donovan Mitchell’s max extension with the Cleveland Cavaliers to the Memphis Grizzlies signing Quentin Post.

Next, they talk summer league: how are the top rookies doing? Is there anybody who’s standing out?

Then, what’s going in the W? Nekias and Steve rave about Paige Bueckers, analyze the Skylar Diggins benching and discuss what team will take the eighth seed.

01:50 Donovan Mitchell signs extension

09:20 Kyle Lowry retires as a Raptor

12:33 Kings waive DeMar DeRozan

18:32 Lakers trade Deandre Ayton

25:02 Rui Hachimura to Clippers

34:02 Best and worst signings thus far

42:10 Summer league check-in

59:29 Paige Buckers check-in

59:40 Chicago Sky lineup shakeup

01:11:34 race for eighth heats up

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