After locking up his first MVP Award, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder look to add more hardware to their resume. Is this the BEST defensive NBA team ever? Is it accurate to criticize Shai for getting to the foul line, and does it even matter? And is there a fundamental problem with how hoopers in the United States are being taught the game? Listen to our takes on this edition of Road Trippin'!

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After Jayson Tatum suffered a torn Achilles in his series against the Knicks, fans hope for a speedy recovery, but what will the Celtics next moves be? And after being eliminated by the Pacers, do Donovan Mitchell and the Cavaliers need more grit to get to the next level in the postseason? Plus, is the first pick in the NBA Draft going to Dallas a coincidence, or does it prove something more about the league? Find out on this edition of Road Trippin'!

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Tyrese Haliburton just put his team up 2-0 on the Cavaliers, and wants everyone to know about it. Has he managed to silence the claims that he is overrated? Plus Jimmy Butler and Buddy Hield lead the Warriors to victory after Steph Curry exits with an injury. What does the road ahead look like for Golden State? Join us on this edition of Road Trippin' to hear our takes, stories and predictions!

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