NBA Injuries Shake Up the West | Should OKC Trade Jalen Williams?

 

Big Wos and Jovan Buha break down how the early season injury wave changes the NBA title race, debating whether Oklahoma City should consider trading Jalen Williams and how Minnesota can stay afloat without Anthony Edwards.

They also examine the Lakers’ defensive problems after their loss to Portland, why the Blazers’ offense has changed their minds, and what Detroit needs to become a serious playoff threat.

Plus, the Knicks rediscover their defensive identity, Wednesday’s NBA picks, and a tribute to Ernie Johnson as they discuss his retirement announcement.

0:00 Intro: Injuries Shake Up the NBA
2:09 OKC’s Injuries & the Jalen Williams Trade Debate
14:33 Hypothetical OKC Trades: Paolo, Markkanen & Pelicans Wings
24:02 Wednesday NBA Picks: Rockets, Spurs & Thunder
27:43 DraftKings Ad
28:31 Can Minnesota Stay Afloat Without Ant?
33:13 Injury Roundup: Jazz & Magic
34:26 Kawhi Out Before His Return to L.A.
37:58 Too Many Injuries: Is 82 Games Too Much?
41:58 Parity vs. Dynasties: What Does the NBA Lose?
45:19 Lakers’ Elite Offense & Defensive Problems
49:43 Why Portland Has Changed Our Minds
57:45 Should Quentin Grimes Start for the Lakers?
59:28 Knicks Flip the Switch Against Detroit
1:04:25 Pistons’ Playoff Ceiling & Trade Targets
1:12:51 Ernie Johnson & What Makes Inside the NBA Special

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