The Lakers or the Thunder: Who’s in More Trouble?

Plus, Kevin O’Connor and Chris Vernon discuss Milwaukee’s overhaul and Boston’s slow start

By Kevin O'Connor and Chris Vernon Oct 23, 2018, 4:57pm EDT

Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor discuss the lack of shooting plaguing the Lakers and Thunder through Week 1 of the season (1:43). Then, they break down how Milwaukee and Denver have overhauled their style of play for the 2018-19 season’s pace, while Boston, surprisingly, has not (33:17).

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