NBA Opening Week Takeaways: LeBron & 76ers impress, Timberwolves shine, Heat struggle | Nerd Sesh

The nerds give their biggest takeaways from the first few days of NBA action, diving into how LeBron James & the Philadelphia 76ers have gotten off to an impressive 2-0 start, breaking down how LaMelo Ball & Anthony Edwards have taken the Minnesota Timberwolves up a level and analyzing the concerning debut for the Miami Heat with Giannis Antetokounmpo.

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00:00:18 - 76ers best in East?

00:17:45 - Ant & LaMelo fit is incredible

00:24:49 - Miami has some big concerns

00:31:03 - Denver is a top 10 team in basketball

00:41:03 - Portland will be in the playoffs

00:54:26 - The Ty Jerome star breakout is here

01:01:38 - Washington will have their best season in a decade

01:08:15 - Orlando's offense looks improved under Sean Sweeney

01:16:14 - Sacramento will be the worst team in the NBA

01:23:23 - Walker Kessler is the perfect big man for the Lakers

01:25:55 - Rapid-fire final takes