Good Word with Goodwill: Indiana Pacers Game 1 Win, New York Knicks Head Coach Search, and NBA All-Star Changes
In the latest episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Steve Jones Jr. delve into the Indiana Pacers' thrilling victory in Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The discussion centers around Tyrese Haliburton's crucial jumper with just 0.3 seconds left in the fourth quarter, which secured the win for the Pacers. The podcast also speculates on the New York Knicks' search for their next head coach, discussing how their potential new coach may differ or be similar to Tom Thibodeau. Later, Vince and Steve react to the new USA vs. World format for the NBA All-Star game and discuss whether this change will save the game's popularity.
- Mark Daigneault's change in starting lineup for the Thunder, which had a significant impact on the game's outcome.
- The Pacers' resilience despite turnovers, which showed their determination to win.
- The Pacers' strategy to prevent anyone from beating them except for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (SGA), which was a key factor in their victory.
- Tyrese Haliburton's comfort in the clutch, which was evident in his game-winning jumper.
- The Knicks' head coach search and potential candidates, including their search for a coach who can bring stability and success to the team.
- The possibility that the Big 3 may not be done yet in the NBA, with some players still having a lot of basketball left in them.
- The changes to the All-Star game and whether they will be effective in saving the game's popularity, with some fans and experts questioning the effectiveness of the new format.
To wrap up the episode, Vince and Steve encourage listeners to subscribe to Good Word with Goodwill on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube, as well as to check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts.
