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Kevin O’Connor is joined by ESPN’s Tim Bontemps from NBA Podcast Row in San Antonio, Texas for a deep dive into the teams with the most interesting offseasons. What’s next for teams like Atlanta Detroit and Denver now that their seasons are over?
Then, NBA Hall of Famer James Worthy joins the show to talk about the Lakers. How far away is LA really from a Championship and what’s next for LeBron James?
Kevin is then joined by Evan Wasch, NBA Executive Vice President of Basketball Strategy & Growth to break down the NBA’s new 3-2-1 Draft Lottery system. What are the best parts of this reform and what potential loopholes might teams exploit?
Later, KOC reveals his latest NBA mock draft with only three weeks remaining until the 2026 NBA Draft.
(1:07) Teams with intriguing offseasons with Tim Bontemps
(15:27) James Worthy on LA Lakers
(29:31) 3-2-1 Draft lottery system with Evan Wasch
(39:01) KOC’s latest mock draft
PORTLAND, OREGON – MARCH 18: AJ Dybantsa #3 of the BYU Cougars reacts during practice day ahead of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament at Moda Center on March 18, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)
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