The Oklahoma City Thunder have shocked the world and claimed their first NBA title—and at the same time, the Boston Celtics are blowing up their roster and preparing for life without Jayson Tatum. In this episode of Missing the Point, Dave Clarke, Mike Marcangelo, and Bob Kelly break down one of the most eventful weeks in recent NBA history.
We start by celebrating OKC’s championship win, analyzing how Sam Presti built a contender through smart drafting, patience, and player development. What does this mean for the future of small-market teams, and is this just the beginning of a Thunder dynasty?
Then, we turn our attention to the Celtics, who reportedly traded Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis just days after it was revealed that Jayson Tatum will likely miss the entire 2025 season with a torn Achilles. Is Boston heading into a full rebuild, or is Brad Stevens playing 4D chess?
We also discuss the worrying surge in Achilles injuries across the NBA. From Tyrese Haliburton’s devastating Game 7 injury to Tatum’s season-ending tear, the league is facing an epidemic that could reshape how teams train and manage their stars. Could shortened seasons or mandatory footwear changes be the next step?
Finally, we react live to the 2025 NBA Draft, sharing thoughts on surprise picks, ideal fits, and what the next wave of talent means for the balance of power in the league.
📌 Timestamps:
0:00 – Thunder Win First Title
12:45 – Celtics Trade Jrue & KP
27:10 – Jayson Tatum’s Torn Achilles
43:50 – NBA’s Achilles Injury Crisis
1:02:30 – Live 2025 NBA Draft Reactions
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