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Kevin O\u2019Connor & Steve Jones break down the Northwest Division heading into the 2025-26 NBA season. The pair dive into the Thunder\u2019s title defense, Denver Nuggets\u2019 revamped depth and whether the Minnesota Timberwolves belong in the true contender tier. Plus, could the Trail Blazers play with two bigs? And how will the Utah Jazz\u2019s promising young core and cast of veterans impact their development?<\/p>\n
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Then, Justin Boone joins to break down early fantasy football surprises and key NFL storylines after Week 1. From J.J. McCarthy\u2019s breakout with the Vikings to Caleb Williams\u2019 accuracy concerns, waiver wire pickups and head coaches who might already be on the hot seat\u2014all this and more on The Kevin O\u2019Connor Show.<\/p>\n
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Kawhi Leonard #2 of the LA Clippers looks on during the game against the Denver Nuggets during Round 1 Game 3 of the 2025 NBA Playoffs on April 24, 2025 at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Juan Ocampo\/NBAE via Getty Images)<\/p>\n
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(0:30) Kawhi Leonard update<\/p>\n
(13:09) Josh Giddey re-signs with Bulls<\/p>\n
(15:49) Northwest Division preview with Steve Jones<\/p>\n
(16:10) Thunder preview<\/p>\n
(26:26) Nuggets preview<\/p>\n
(37:01) Timberwolves preview<\/p>\n
(44:08) Trail Blazers preview<\/p>\n
(53:05) Jazz preview<\/p>\n
(1:02:58) NFL Week 1 recap with Justin Boone<\/p>\n
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