On this episode of The Restart, The Ringer’s Kevin O’Connor previews the conference finals by breaking down five thoughts, observations, or X factors that could decide which two teams end up in the NBA Finals. Plus, Kevin explains why we should never take LeBron James for granted.
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Conference Finals Preview and Why We Shouldn’t Take LeBron James for Granted
Plus, KOC has five thoughts, observations, or X factors that could decide which two teams end up in the NBA Finals
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