OKC’s traumatic injury, small sample theater & Texan teams with Slightly Biased

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Kevin O’Connor & Slightly Biased to unpack the biggest storylines from the NBA’s opening week. They begin with Jalen Williams’ devastating injury and what it means for OKC’s title hopes before exploring the unexpected resurgence of the Houston Rockets and whether Victor Wembanyama’s early-season struggles are cause for concern.

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The duo also breaks down the Bam Adebayo–Giannis Antetokounmpo fit in Miami, Minnesota’s transformation with LaMelo Ball, if Luka Doncic should be the favorite for NBA MVP, Ty Jerome leading the league in scoring and more.

(1:13) Jalen Williams gruesome injury

(10:04) Wagner best fit to lead Orlando?

(16:16) LeBron & Steph load management

(26:44) Has Wembanyama plateaued?

(31:06) Are Rockets contenders?

(34:24) Early impressions of Dusty May

(41:03) Knicks & Heat are 0-3

(47:26) Timberwolves are 3-0

(52:52) Should Luka be MVP favorite?

(56:55) Ty Jerome leads NBA in scoring

(1:01:30) Have Pistons solved 3PT shooting woes?

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(1:04:17) Darius Acuff time of possession

Oklahoma City Thunder’s Jalen Williams competes during Game 1 of the Western Conference finals of the NBA basketball playoffs against the San Antonio Spurs Monday, May 18, 2026, in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

(Tony Gutierrez)

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Author : Kevin O'Connor

Publish date : 2026-10-26 18:13:00

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