The Kevin O'Connor Show Bam's 83, SGA topping Wilt & more amazing things in the NBA this week with Tom Haberstroh + Aaron Gordon talks Nuggets & skill development
Mar 12, 2026
Tom Haberstroh, NBA analyst who blends advanced stats with history, and Aaron Gordon, Nuggets forward focused on shooting and mental training. They debate Bam Adebayo’s 83-point night and its historical context. They dissect SGA’s scoring streak, Spurs vs Thunder rivalry, and Denver’s internal development. Aaron shares his shooting mechanics, meditation practice, and next-play mindset.
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SGA's 20+ Streak Is Unparalleled
- SGA's 126-game streak of 20+ points is historically unprecedented in modern context and dwarfs typical star streaks.
- Tom highlights that Steph Curry's best streak was 23 games, underscoring SGA's rarity.
De'Jounte Murray Sparked Pelicans Turnaround
- De'Jounte Murray's return (after Achilles tear) has materially improved Pelicans' lineup, producing strong net ratings and a 7-3 run.
- Lineup with Murray, Zion, Herb Jones, Trey Murphy, Sadiq Bey shows +16.4 net in limited samples.
Sixers' Health Issues Force Strategic Choices
- Injuries and suspensions have pushed the 76ers toward a collapse; staying healthy is a structural problem around Joel Embiid and Paul George.
- Kevin suggests Philly may prefer lottery odds (11th spot ~9.4% chance top-4) over an early playoff loss.