Thunder too Physical with the Spurs? | Morning Shoot Around
Summary
The Athletic NBA Daily covers the Thunder-Spurs playoff series, analyzing injury concerns for Jalen Williams and Dylan Harper alongside the intense physicality and officiating debates. Hosts discuss coaching strategies, highlighting Mark Daigneault’s bold lineup changes and criticizing Kenny Atkinson’s timeout management in the Cavs-Knicks game. The episode also features a segment guessing the All-Rookie Team selections and critiques James Harden’s lack of effort for Cleveland.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: Stamps.com, Comcast, and Rinse
Thunder vs. Spurs series recap and fan reactions
Jalen Williams injury status and impact on OKC
Spurs guard depth issues and potential replacements
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander bathroom break anecdote
Playoff physicality and the 'different sport' debate
Refereeing complaints and online outrage culture
Coaching decisions, timeouts, and momentum shifts
Sponsors: Grainger, Serval, and Gab
Guessing the NBA All-Rookie Teams
NBA Draft prospects and trade rumors
James Harden's role and Knicks vs. Cavs outlook
Sign off and final sponsor messages
Listen ad-free on Castria