
Jefferson blunt on McCarthy with Kyler a Viking
Justin Jefferson discusses the Vikings' QB competition between J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray.
The NBA Playoffs kicked off with intense matchups, including the Pistons vs. Magic and Lakers vs. Rockets. Key discussions include LeBron James' performance and Victor Wembanyama's debut in the playoffs.
Kevin O’Connor is joined by Jason Timpf, Kelly Iko and Noa Dalzell to recap the NBA Playoffs’ action-packed opening weekend.
Are the Detroit Pistons alright after a feisty Orlando Magic squad took the 1-0 lead in the series? Can LeBron James lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a first-round win against the Houston Rockets? Can Victor Wembanyama prove himself in these historically tough playoffs? All Playoff questions are answered on today’s jam-packed show.
(1:08) Pistons-Magic Game 1
16:35) Cavs-Raptors Game 1
(26:08) Hawks-Knicks Game 1
(34:04) Nuggets-Timberwolves Game 1
(48:07) Lakers-Rockets Game 1
(57:37) Thunder-Suns Game 1
(1:01:38) Spurs-Blazers Game 1
(1:21:39) Curry & Kerr’s future with Warriors
(1:32:19) What should Hornets do with LaMelo?
(1:41:13) Bulls searching for new GM
(1:43:41) Will KD return for Lakers-Rockets Game 2?
(1:46:57) Celtics-76ers Game 1
The Orlando Magic took a 1-0 lead against the Detroit Pistons in Game 1 of their playoff series.
LeBron James is expected to play a crucial role in the Lakers' attempt to win their first-round series against the Houston Rockets.
Victor Wembanyama's performance is highly anticipated as he competes in the historically tough NBA playoffs.

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SAN ANTONIO, TX -APRIL 19: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs looks at the clock during the closing minutes of the second half of Game One of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs against the Portland Trailblazers at Frost Bank Center on April 19, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)
(Ronald Cortes)
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