Why Today's NBA Bigs Must Do Everything | KOC x DeAndre Jordan

🚨 Can NBA centers still thrive without doing everything on the floor? DeAndre Jordan joins Kevin O'Connor to explain how the modern game has changed the expectations for big men and why today's young centers need a complete skill set. He shares his perspective on the rise of international MVPs, the defensive growth of Maryland standout Derik Queen, and the importance of communication and film study. Jordan also reflects on the free throw struggles that defined part of his career and reveals why he never followed J.J. Redick's advice to switch shooting hands. 00:0 Evolution of the league 3:08 Derik Queen's growth in New Orleans 05:12 JJ Redick's shooting advice, free throws & best dunks 🔔 Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to Yahoo Sports NBA for more exclusive NBA insider interviews, draft scouting and trade rumors! 🚨 Don't Miss KOC's Game 1 Reaction: https://youtube.com/live/VvTysIdEUZs 🚨 Subscribe for more NBA Draft intel:    • 2026 NBA Draft Hub | Yahoo Sports NBA   -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🏀 ALL THINGS NBA: Subscribe to Yahoo Sports' NEW NBA channel to stay up to date on all things around the league, including player breakdowns, trade rumors and MUCH more! ► https://bit.ly/48NLbKM #YahooSports #Yahoo #YahooNBA #NBA #nbanews #nba Follow us everywhere! Our Site ► http://www.yahoosports.com Instagram ►   / yahoosports   TikTok ►   / yahoosports   Snapchat ►   / yahoosports   Twitter ►   / yahoosports   Facebook ►   / yahoosports