In the latest episode of “The Good Word with Goodwill,” hosted by Yahoo Sports senior NBA reporter Vincent Goodwill and guest J.A. Adande, the duo discusses the most thrilling moments from a wild NBA Playoffs weekend.
The conversation begins with a lighthearted chat about music legend Stevie Wonder before shifting gears to compare his early albums to the MVP Awards of NBA star Steph Curry. Next, they discuss the impressive sweep of the Phoenix Suns by the Minnesota Timberwolves, raising concerns about how their timelines will line up in the future.
Moving on, the discussion turns to the raucous takeover of the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia by New York Knicks fans, as well as Joel Embiid’s controversial reputation as a dirty player and the struggles facing the 76ers. Meanwhile, the Knicks are praised for their attention to detail and composure during playoffs.
The next topic is a matchup between Los Angeles Lakers and Denver Nuggets, with both pundits predicting a Nuggets win despite their lackluster performance so far. The injuries suffered by Nuggets raise questions about Lakers’ chances of extending series.
The discussion then shifts to Los Angeles Clippers who played admirably without Kawhi Leonard and showcased offensive prowess of James Harden and Paul George. As both players head towards free agency, their value to team is scrutinized against backdrop of recent successes of Clippers.