Why Is A Giannis Trade So Challenging? + Chris Paul’s Odd Clippers Exit & Chet’s Development In OKC

Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

ESPN

Sports, Basketball

4.2 • 3.6K Ratings

🗓️ 5 December 2025

⏱️ 54 minutes

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Anthony Slater and Vincent Goodwill to talk the possibility of a Giannis trade including what destinations could make sense and why a trade from the Bucks would be so challenging. Plus, the guys discuss Cooper Flagg continuing to improve, what to make of Chris Paul’s unique exit from the Los Angeles Clippers and get insight into Chet Holmgren’s development following his injury last season to where OKC wants him to be to create a dynasty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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