Kevin O'Connor & Jonathan Macri break down the Knicks’ championship outlook, Detroit’s Jalen Duren contract standoff and the shifting power in the Eastern Conference. They highlight the Knicks' standing after Mitchell Robinson’s move to Boston, how Andre Drummond could fill in and whether Karl-Anthony Towns’ contract extension is a big deal or just business as usual.

Later, they break down which teams are the biggest threats to New York, including the Pacers, Sixers and Raptors.

(0:55) Jalen Duren drama continues
(11:12) Karl-Anthony Towns contract stalemate
(16:42) How will the Knicks replace Robinson?
(21:48) Brunson & Knicks appearance on SNL
(31:34) Biggest threats to the Knicks in the Eastern Conference?

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Kevin O'Connor dives into early NBA preseason insights including Tyrese Haliburton’s much-anticipated return, Minnesota’s evolving offense with LaMelo Ball and what Zion Williamson’s new 3-point shot could mean for the Pelicans. KOC also explores the Knicks’ bumpy start after their Finals win, the Sixers’ intriguing rotation options (now without Ariel Hukporti), why OKC’s roster shakeup makes them a dark horse for the championship and more.

(0:57) Tyrese Haliburton returns

(2:08) LaMelo's impact on Minnesota

(3:32) What's going on with the Knicks?

(5:05) 76ers standouts vs. New York

(7:50) Zion Williamson shooting 3s

(9:42) Standout rookie performances

(14:46) KOC Show mailbag

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

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones preview the NBA teams in the Central Division of the Eastern Conference.

They go in-depth on the chances of the Detroit Pistons and Indiana Pacers to make a deep run this season, discuss the exciting prospects on the Chicago Bulls roster, ask if the Milwaukee Bucks have a chip on their shoulder this season and much more!

On the WNBA side, the pair go over the first games of the first round of the 2026 WNBA playoffs! They discussed the marvelous performances of A’Ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart, their most fun matchups and what adjustments teams need to make going forward.

0:15 Central Division preview
01:30 Pistons
15:26 Pacers
29:26 Bulls
39:15 Bucks
48:16 Aces vs. Fever takeaways & questions
01:03:43 Liberty vs. Lynx takeaways & questions
01:22:13 Dream vs. Mystics takeaways & questions
01:28:49 Valkyries vs. Wings takeaways & questions

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