KOC's 10 biggest takeaways from NBA media day + non-top 10 rookies to watch this season

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Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh dive into the hottest moments from NBA media day, from on-court chemistry questions, to rookie standouts to watch and surprising trends for the postseason.

They react to Cooper Flagg's growth spurt, compare 3-guard lineups in OKC and San Antonio and share the latest on the Jalen Duren contract drama in Detroit. The duo also unpacks how Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball's new pairing could unlock the Timberwolves' offense and whether GTA 6 release week will really impact NBA player performance in November.

(2:18) De'Aaron Fox talks Spurs lineups
(7:12) Ant Edwards + LaMelo Ball
(10:04) Evan Mobley's new 'go-to' moves
(13:35) Derrick White's shooting improvements
(16:06) Steven Adams GTA
(21:49) Jokic signing with Nuggets next year
(23:50) Cooper Flagg's height
(34:55) Who is the alpha in Philly?
(37:12) Kings media member caught on hot mic
(41:43) Jalen Duren contract drama update
(58:24) Non-top 10 rookies to watch this season

Jaylen Brown #7, Joel Embiid #21, LeBron James #23, Tyrese Maxey #0, and VJ Edgecombe #77 of the Philadelphia 76ers pose for a portrait on NBA media day on September 28, 2026 at the Philadelphia 76ers Training Complex in Camden, New Jersey. (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images

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