THE HERD - Hour 3 - Previewing Game 1 of the ECF, thoughts on the Knicks this season

The Herd with Colin Cowherd dives into the Eastern Conference Finals preview, spotlighting the Knicks' transformation under Mike Brown and their potential to upset the Spurs. Cowherd and guest Ian O'Connor argue that the Knicks, once seen as a team in flux, have unlocked their offensive potential by repositioning Mitchell Robinson as a 'point center'—a move that has yielded 56 assists in seven playoff games. O'Connor calls the current Knicks team the best he's seen since the 1993 championship squad, despite their long championship drought. The conversation shifts to Aaron Rodgers' resurgence with the Steelers, with O'Connor praising his return as a 'grounding' moment that rekindled his love for football after the Jets disaster. They also debate the NFL's draft dynamics, Belichick’s coaching philosophy of balance through harsh critique, and the looming question of LeBron James’ future—though both agree the Warriors are unlikely contenders without a major overhaul. The episode closes with a sharp analysis of the OKC Thunder’s vulnerabilities, particularly their inability to contain Wemby, and a bold suggestion that Sam Presti might target Giannis Antetokounmpo in the offseason—or even trade for him via draft capital.