Blake Griffin Reveals Insider Secrets on Wemby, Chris Paul, and the Future of the NBA

In this electrifying episode of The Kevin O’Connor Show, I had the privilege of diving deep with Blake Griffin into one of the most talked-about matchups in the NBA Cup semifinals—Victor Wembanyama’s sensational role in the Spurs’ stunning win over the Oklahoma City Thunder. You can’t help but wonder: have the Spurs finally cracked the code on how to counter OKC’s relentless charge? And speaking of greatness, could Wemby truly be on his way to redefining what it means to be the greatest of all time? But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Blake spills the beans on his all-time favorite dunks, the twists and turns of his career, including the bitter pill of being traded, and his candid reaction to the Clippers’ shock move sending Chris Paul home. We also break down Jalen Brunson’s standout performance against the Magic and debate who’s poised to snag Rookie of the Year honors this season. Of course, the big question looms: who’s raising the trophy when the NBA Cup final whistle blows? It’s a rollercoaster from start to finish, packed with insider insights and passionate takes that every true hoops aficionado will relish. LEARN MORE

Kevin O’Connor is joined by Blake Griffin to break down the impact of Wemby in the Spurs’ victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Cup semifinals. Did the Spurs find the formula for stopping OKC? Is Victor Wembanyama on track to become the greatest of all time?

Next, Blake Griffin shares his favorite dunks, how his game evolved throughout his career and the evolution of the NBA. Then, he shares his experience of being traded during his career path and his reaction to the Clippers sending Chris Paul home.

Later, the duo discusses Jalen Brunson’s performance against the Magic in the NBA Cup semis and their top candidates for Rookie of the Year this season.

Plus, who will be crowned the champions of the NBA Cup this year?

(0:45) Wemby vs. OKC in NBA Cup semis
(5:01) Did Spurs unlock formula for stopping OKC?
(8:26) Could Victor Wembanyama become the GOAT?
(14:28) Blake Griffin’s greatest dunks
(18:36) Evolution of Griffin’s game
(26:18) Evolution of the NBA
(31:58) Griffin’s experience when traded by Clippers
(37:33) Reaction to Chris Paul sent home by Clippers
(44:30) Jalen Brunson vs. Magic in NBA Cup semis
(47:49) Rookie of the Year candidates this season
(51:50) Blake Griffin life after basketball
(58:31) NBA Cup Final predictions