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Adam Mares and Tim Legler break down the biggest NBA Conference Finals storylines, starting with the San Antonio Spurs evening the series against the Oklahoma City Thunder in a dominant performance fueled by elite defense and relentless effort. They discuss Stephon Castle’s impact guarding Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, OKC’s need to get healthy, and Victor Wembanyama’s monster two-way performance. The conversation also explores momentum in the series and which team currently holds the edge moving forward. The episode then shifts to the New York Knicks dominating the Cleveland Cavaliers to take a 3-0 series lead, with discussions on the Knicks’ versatility, Mikal Bridges’ incredible stretch of play, and why Cleveland appears to be losing confidence. They close with Tim Legler revealing his All-NBA ballot and discussing the stars who stood out most this season.
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00:00 - Intro
01:54 Spurs even the series with the Thunder in dominant showing
02:48 The Spurs defense played hard and desperate
04:38 Resolve has been a theme of the playoffs
05:04 Stephon Castle was a menace on defense and SGA struggled
09:33 SGA has two games in the playoffs scoring fewer than 20
11:15 Spurs have unique defenders capable of defending SGA
13:45 OKC needs JDub and Ajay Mitchell healthy
20:47 Wemby was a monster on both ends
24:26 Which team has more momentum?
28:17 Knicks dominate Cavs to go up 3-0
32:00 The Knicks know themselves so well and can shapeshift identities
33:30 Bridges has been on an insane heater
37:50 The Cavs don’t have belief anymore
43:31 Knicks have such great connection
46:17 Legs reveals his ALL-NBA ballot
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Adam Mares and Tim Legler break down the biggest NBA Conference Finals storylines, starting with the San Antonio Spurs evening the series against the Oklahoma City Thunder in a dominant performance fueled by elite defense and relentless effort. They discuss Stephon Castle’s impact guarding Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, OKC’s need to get healthy, and Victor Wembanyama’s monster two-way performance. The conversation also explores momentum in the series and which team currently holds the edge moving forward. The episode then shifts to the New York Knicks dominating the Cleveland Cavaliers to take a 3-0 series lead, with discussions on the Knicks’ versatility, Mikal Bridges’ incredible stretch of play, and why Cleveland appears to be losing confidence. They close with Tim Legler revealing his All-NBA ballot and discussing the stars who stood out most this season.
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00:00 - Intro
01:54 Spurs even the series with the Thunder in dominant showing
02:48 The Spurs defense played hard and desperate
04:38 Resolve has been a theme of the playoffs
05:04 Stephon Castle was a menace on defense and SGA struggled
09:33 SGA has two games in the playoffs scoring fewer than 20
11:15 Spurs have unique defenders capable of defending SGA
13:45 OKC needs JDub and Ajay Mitchell healthy
20:47 Wemby was a monster on both ends
24:26 Which team has more momentum?
28:17 Knicks dominate Cavs to go up 3-0
32:00 The Knicks know themselves so well and can shapeshift identities
33:30 Bridges has been on an insane heater
37:50 The Cavs don’t have belief anymore
43:31 Knicks have such great connection
46:17 Legs reveals his ALL-NBA ballot
FOLLOW ALL NBA Twitter: http://x.com/ALLCITY_NBA
Instagram: instagram.com/allcity_nba
TikTok : tiktok.com/@ALLCITY_NBA
An ALLCITY Network Production All music credited to Greg Kramer, check him out on Spotify!
Kalshi: Download the Kalshi App and use code ALLNBA to get $10 when you trade $10. Kalshi. Trade on anything.
18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information see kalshi.com/regulatory
Aura Frames: Exclusive $35 off Carver Mat at on.auraframes.com/ALLNBA. Promo Code ALLNBA
SeatGeek: Use my code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/ALLNBA10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount
Monarch: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at monarch.com with code ALLNBA
FanDuel: ALL NBA - Presented by FanDuel! visit fanduel.com/ALLNBA. Play your game with FanDuel, official sports betting partner of the NBA. Must be 21+ and present in select states (for Kansas, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino) or 18+ and present in D.C., KY or WY. First online real money wager only. $5 first deposit required. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable bonus bets which expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit RG-help.com. Call 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat in Connecticut, or visit mdgamblinghelp.org in Maryland. Hope is here. Visit GamblingHelpLineMA.org or call (800) 327-5050 for 24/7 support in Massachusetts or call 1-877-8HOPE-NY or text HOPENY in New York.
Shady Rays: Head to shadyrays.com and use code: AC35 for 35% off polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people.
HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at hellofresh.com/freenba. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan.
Underdog – Download the app today and use promo code ALLNBA to score $100 in Bonus Entries when you play your first $5 dollars – that’s promo code ALLNBA. Make picks, win money. Must be 18+ (19+ in Alabama and Nebraska; 19+ in Colorado for some games; 21+ in Arizona, Massachusetts, and Virginia) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. See assets.underdogfantasy.com/web/PlayandGetTerms_DFS_.html for details. Offer not valid in Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit https://www.ncpgambling.org. In New York, call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369)
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