Ant erupts, Lakers roll, Ty Jerome shines + more NBA season opener thoughts with Amin Elhassan
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Kevin O’Connor is joined by Amin Elhassan to break down all the action from Wednesday’s NBA season openers from Anthony Edwards’ explosive 45-point game with LaMelo Ball and the Timberwolves to Ty Jerome’s incredible 45-point outburst against the Jazz. They also react to Giannis’ first game with the Heat and share early concerns over Miami’s supporting cast.
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The pair also unpacks the Warriors’ uncertain future, Yaxel Lendeborg’s on-court and off-court battles with Luka Doncic, the return of Tyrese Haliburton and Damian Lillard and more.
(0:37) Wolves beat Heat
(6:42) Grizzlies beat Jazz
(14:13) Giannis’ Miami debut
(23:08) Lakers beat Warriors
(30:41) Warriors exploring Porzingis trades
(40:14) Haliburton returns for Pacers
(47:11) Ja & Dame comebacks begin
(50:48) Ty Lue dedicates Clippers win to Steve Ballmer
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) controls the ball during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Miami Heat, Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)
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