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Joel Embiid Returns, Kyle Kuzma’s on Fire, and More Preseason Talk

Plus: Examining the Cavs, Wolves, and Thunder as tip-off night approaches

By Chris Ryan, Justin Verrier, Haley O'Shaughnessy, and Paolo Uggetti
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Chris Ryan and Justin Verrier are joined by Haley O’Shaughnessy to chat about the ballooning hype for Joel Embiid (1:20), the possible precariousness of the "new old-look" Cleveland Cavaliers (8:50), and the awkward roster fits for the revamped Minnesota Timberwolves (18:55). Then, they bring on Paolo Uggetti to debate the meaning behind Kyrie Irving’s bizarre comments regarding the Cavs (26:10), whether Kyle Kuzma can maintain his impressive preseason performance (35:55), and if Carmelo Anthony will be good for the Oklahoma City Thunder (38:35).

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