Allen: Look out if Giannis ends up with Knicks
Basketball Hall of Famer Ray Allen joins the Dan Patrick Show to discuss potential trade suitors for Giannis Antetokounmpo, LeBron's go-to move, where this Oklahoma City Thunder team ranks all-time and more.
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Mark Daigneault explains why Thunder can't emotionally overreact to Game 3 loss to Pacers
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USA Today
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander downplays any fatigue concerns after Game 3 loss to Pacers
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