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Tatum’s 50-Point Performance and Best Young Cores in the Playoffs

KOC, Jonathan Tjarks, and J. Kyle Mann discuss the Celtics clinching the 7-seed in the East, Charlotte’s disappointing end to its season, and more

By J. Kyle Mann, Jonathan Tjarks, and Kevin O'Connor
Washington Wizards v Boston Celtics - Play-In Tournament Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Getty Images


Kevin O’Connor, J. Kyle Mann, and Jonathan Tjarks start by discussing the Celtics clinching the 7-seed in the East led by Jayson Tatum’s 50-point game (2:30). Then they talk about Charlotte’s disappointing end to its season (11:10) and how the Warriors and Lakers match up in their play-in game (18:30). Next, they discuss which playoff team has the best young core (23:58) and share their biggest 2020 NBA draft oversights (56:04).

Hosts: J. Kyle Mann, Jonathan Tjarks, and Kevin O’Connor
Production Assistant: Isaiah Blakely

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