Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are here after the holidays to answer six of the biggest questions to start 2026.

(00:00) Intro
(5:45) OKC title challenger rankings
(22:23) Trae Young
(37:23) Giannis Antetokounmpo
(42:53) Clippers
(53:47) Lakers
(1:04:34) Rookie of the Year race
(1:15:23) League Pass re-rankings

Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann
Audio Producer: Isaiah Blakely
Video Producer: Victoria Valencia
Production Supervision: Ben Cruz
Social: Isaiah Blakely and Keith Fujimoto 

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