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Kevin O’Connor and Blake Griffin teamed up to counter Victor Wembanyama’s impact during the Spurs’ win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Cup semifinals. Are the Spurs onto a strategy that can consistently neutralize OKC? And is Wembanyama destined to become the greatest basketball player ever?
Following that, Blake Griffin shares his favorite dunk moments, how his playing style has changed over time, and his thoughts on the NBA’s evolution. He also reflects on his experiences being traded during his career and his response to the Clippers sending Chris Paul home.
The conversation then turns to Jalen Brunson’s standout performance against the Magic in the NBA Cup semifinals and the current frontrunner for Rookie of the Year. They close with predictions on who will claim the NBA Cup championship this year.
Episode Timeline:
(0:45) Wembanyama vs. OKC in NBA Cup semifinals
(5:01) Have the Spurs discovered a way to stop OKC?
(8:26) Could Victor Wembanyama become the GOAT?
(14:28) Blake Griffin’s top dunks
(18:36) The evolution of Blake Griffin’s game
(26:18) The evolution of the NBA
(31:58) Blake Griffin on being traded to the Clippers
(37:33) Reaction to Chris Paul being sent home by the Clippers
(44:30) Jalen Brunson’s performance versus the Magic
(47:49) Rookie of the Year contenders
(51:50) Blake Griffin’s life post-basketball
(58:31) NBA Cup final predictions
[Image Caption: Blake Griffin broadcasting prior to the NBA Cup semifinal game between the New York Knicks and Orlando Magic at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, on December 13, 2025. The Knicks won 132-120. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)]
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Fan Take: This podcast episode is a must-listen for basketball enthusiasts as it delves into the rising dominance of Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs’ strategic plays, signaling a potential shift in the NBA’s competitive landscape. Insights from Blake Griffin’s career and rookie discussions offer valuable perspectives on the sport’s past, present, and future, highlighting how basketball continues evolving both on and off the court.
