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The Kevin O'Connor Show
Kevin O’Connor has been covering the NBA since 2013, offering film breakdowns and deep analysis along with the occasional hot take or spicy piece of advice for NBA franchises. Check out The Kevin O'Connor Show, where he’ll be giving his opinions and breaking down the biggest news in the basketball world with other analysts, insiders and NBA players in a way only the most NBA-obsessed mind could.
Episodes
- The Kevin O'Connor Show
Miami finally wins, Cooper Flagg’s rise, impact rookies & league-wide injury woes with Steve Jones
Kevin O'Connor and Steve Jones react to the latest news including the Miami Heat finally earning their first win of the season against the Atlanta Hawks and AJ…
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NBA rookie first impressions & early injury fallout with Tom Haberstroh
Kevin O'Connor & Tom Haberstroh recap the latest NBA news starting with injuries to OKC stars Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace. The duo dives into the drama in…
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OKC’s traumatic injury, small sample theater & Texan teams with Slightly Biased
Kevin O'Connor & Slightly Biased to unpack the biggest storylines from the NBA’s opening week. They begin with Jalen Williams’ devastating injury and what it…
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Ant erupts, Lakers roll, Ty Jerome shines + more NBA season opener thoughts with Amin Elhassan
Kevin O'Connor is joined by Amin Elhassan to break down all the action from Wednesday's NBA season openers from Anthony Edwards’ explosive 45-point game with…
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NBA opener reactions with Andrew Sharp + KOC interviews Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg
Kevin O'Connor & Andrew Sharp break down every game from NBA opening day. The duo dives into why the Thunder look like true title contenders and what’s holding…
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The 12 biggest questions entering the NBA season with Grant Liffmann
Kevin O'Connor is joined by Grant Liffmann of NBC Sports ahead of NBA opening night to break down their biggest questions before the 2026-27 season. They dive…
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5 preseason trends + Lethal Shooter joins and I understand it now!
KOC shares five must-watch NBA preseason trends, from Jalen Duren’s outstanding performance and the evolution of big men shooting threes to deep dives into…
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Chris Vernon joins! Semi-bold predictions for the 2026-27 NBA season
Kevin O’Connor welcomes special guest Chris Vernon to go all-in on their “semi-bold” NBA predictions for the upcoming season. They debate who will bottom out…
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Early NBA preseason surprises, standout rookie performances + KOC Show mailbag
Kevin O'Connor dives into early NBA preseason insights including Tyrese Haliburton’s much-anticipated return, Minnesota’s evolving offense with LaMelo Ball and…
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Big man contract chaos with Ku Khahil, fantasy basketball sleepers with Dan Titus + KOC trash talks Justin Boone
Kevin O'Connor is joined by Ku Khahil to preview the Detroit Pistons now that Jalen Duren's contract extension is finally official. What can Pistons fans…
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KOC's 10 biggest takeaways from NBA media day + non-top 10 rookies to watch this season
Kevin O’Connor and Tom Haberstroh dive into the hottest moments from NBA media day, from on-court chemistry questions, to rookie standouts to watch and…
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State of the East: Knicks title defense, Duren drama & Philly’s upside with Jonathan Macri
Kevin O'Connor & Jonathan Macri break down the Knicks’ championship outlook, Detroit’s Jalen Duren contract standoff and the shifting power in the Eastern…
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KOC's Preseason Power Rankings for 2026-27 NBA season + the latest on Jalen Duren
Kevin O'Connor reveals his Preseason Power Rankings for the 2026-27 NBA season, with every move, surprise and question mark across the league dissected. From…
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The true value of team chemistry, how to measure clutch + MLB, NFL & more with Joon Lee
Kevin O’Connor welcomes YouTuber and independent sports journalist Joon Lee for a wide-ranging conversation on analytics and their impact on modern sports…
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'Bad Team Playoff Draft:' which NBA teams will bounce back and into the Playoffs?
Kevin O'Connor & Tom Haberstroh draft the teams they believe will make the NBA Playoffs in 2026-27 from the pool of teams that missed last season. Are the…
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The chaotic Wolves & Sixers, Ballmer apologizes & NFL Week 1 recap with Marcus Thompson & Warren Sharp
Kevin O'Connor & Marcus Thompson react to Steve Ballmer's apology after the NBA's investigation found the Clippers guilty of cap circumvention. They also…
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Lakers talk with Raj Chipalu, Spurs next steps & the Cybercab experience with Sawyer Merritt
For today's Kevin O'Connor Show, KOC is joined by Raj Chipalu from Lakers Screen & Roll to continue the NBA Entertainment rankings with Luka Doncic's Lakers…
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Is Miami back? Is Denver done? Plus, KOC’s 2016 NBA re-draft
Kevin O’Connor is joined by Brady Hawk to break down the Miami Heat, covering the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade and big questions about shot creation and roles…
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What to expect from Rockets, Thunder & Knicks in 2026-27 with Sam Amick
Kevin O’Connor is joined by Sam Amick to continue his NBA Entertainment Rankings, diving deep into offseason moves, title expectations and chaos potential for…
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Emergency pod: NBA rules Clippers guilty of cap circumvention!
On today's emergency edition of the Kevin O'Connor Show, KOC reacts to the latest breaking news in the Kawhi Leonard saga. The NBA doled out punishment to the…
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Kuminga’s agent fires back at critics, the post-Jaylen Celtics & MLB in virtual reality with Aaron Turner, Jay King & Kendall Baker
On today's jam-packed Kevin O'Connor Show, KOC has Jonathan Kuminga's agent, Aaron Turner, on to uncover the truth behind the Kuminga debacle and to preview…
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Kuminga signs with Wolves + talking Hornets, Pistons, Cavs & Pacers with Tom Haberstroh
Kevin O’Connor & Tom Haberstroh break down Jonathan Kuminga’s move to the Minnesota Timberwolves and what it means for their championship potential. They dive…
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Klay Thompson signs with Heat + talking Blazers, Jazz, Wizards, Raptors & Mavericks with Andrew Sharp
Kevin O'Connor continues his 'Entertainment Rankings' with Andrew Sharp. How will the Trail Blazers make all their guards work together? Are the Utah Jazz a…
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Denver loses big in Watson trade, Cavs’ postseason potential + fantasy football draft tips with Justin Boone and Josh Norris
Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh break down the trade sending Peyton Watson from the Denver Nuggets to the Cleveland Cavaliers. The pair discusses the…
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Clippers investigation gets even messier + talking Bulls, Grizzlies, Magic & Hawks with Trey Kerby
Kevin O'Connor reacts to the latest developments in the investigation into whether the Clippers organization circumvented the NBA's salary cap. ESPN reported…
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2026-27 NBA schedule reaction: homecomings, rookie matchups, biggest storylines & more must-watch games
Kevin O'Connor reacts to the 2026-27 NBA schedule! KOC shares his favorite homecomings like Trae Young’s return to Atlanta and LeBron James taking the court in…
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Russell Westbrook retires + Lakers sold in record-breaking deal
Kevin O’Connor and Trey Kirby react to the breaking news of Russell Westbrook’s retirement from the NBA after 18 seasons. Later, KOC and Yaron Weitzman break…
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Can Booker bounce back? Pelicans chaos potential, Warriors 'gap year' + will Ben Simmons return?
Kevin O'Connor continues his NBA 'Entertainment Rankings' by breaking down the Phoenix Suns and New Orleans Pelicans. Will Devin Booker bounce back to true…
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Is KD delusional? Draymond's future, state of the Bucks & Kings + why Blazers fans are right to worry
Kevin O’Connor & Tom Haberstroh break down the latest offseason storylines, including Kevin Durant’s “delusional” Sixers-Warriors take and Draymond Green's…
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The league's least interesting team + KOC's weekend in NYC
Kevin O'Connor kicks off his NBA entertainment rankings, starting with the Brooklyn Nets, who are coming off a tough 20-win season. Are Mikel Brown Jr. or Egor…
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Latest on Kawhi, Draymond’s deal + building the best $100M rosters with Tom Haberstroh
Kevin O'Connor & Tom Haberstroh dive deep into the latest on the Kawhi Leonard investigation including the suspicious business ties around his Rhode Island FC…
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Steph Curry’s endgame, Denver’s in a pickle + early East title tiers
Kevin O’Connor takes a look at Steph Curry's future with the Golden State Warriors and the team's hesitation to make win-now moves as the end of their era…
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LeBron James shocks NBA by joining Philadelphia 76ers
LeBron James is headed to the Philadelphia 76ers, and the shockwaves are significant. The conversation dives deep on why LeBron chose Philly over Miami…
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LeBron’s indecision, Kuminga’s market, Rockets hiring shot doctor + Portland’s shaky future
Kevin O’Connor is joined by Tom Haberstroh to cover the latest NBA free agency news. All is quiet on the LeBron James front - what is the King waiting for?…
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The Dort deal, Summer League takeaways, early draft preview + my review of 'The Odyssey' with Es Baraheni & Isaac Trotter
On today’s Kevin O’Connor Show, KOC gives his thoughts on the Oklahoma City Thunder trading Lu Dort. Was this really a financial decision or is that just an…
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Waiting on LeBron, Philly’s upside & Harden in limbo + more offseason updates with Tom Haberstroh
Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh answer listener questions, including whether trading for Harden was a mistake for the Cavs and which surprise team in the…
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Mailbag! Summer League standouts, LeBron's best fit, Wemby's contract and more
Kevin O'Connor answers listener questions about NBA Summer League, free agency and more! Which rookies have impressed KOC the most in Las Vegas so far? Kevin…
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NBA young team survey + fantasy basketball sleepers with Corey Tulaba, Albert Ghim & Dan Titus
Kevin O'Connor is joined by Corey Tulaba & Albert Ghim of No Ceilings to break down the first two days of NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. The trio shares their…
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Kawhi deal paused & Summer League takeaways with Nekias Duncan & Es Baraheni
Kevin O'Connor & Es Baraheni react to the blockbuster NBA Summer League game and no. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa and the Washington Wizards beating Darryn…
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11 thoughts on the LeBron James saga, NBA free agency & rookie Summer League debuts
Kevin O’Connor recaps the weekend in the NBA after last week's torrent of news. KOC covers the latest on LeBron, the most recent fre agent signings and shares…
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Boston/Philly blockbuster, Toronto’s upside & a Lakers shake-up. Plus, where's LeBron going?
Kevin O’Connor and Tom Haberstroh recap the wild first week of free agency. Jaylen Brown is now officially a Philadelphia 76er - but what was the Boston…
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Jaylen Brown traded to Philadelphia 76ers
The Boston Celtics have agreed to trade Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George! Kevin O’Connor reacts instantly to the shocking trade between…
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Kawhi Leonard traded to Toronto Raptors
The Los Angeles Clippers are nearing a deal sending Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, 2 first-round picks, 1 pick swap and…
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Warriors want LeBron and AD + the latest on Jaylen Brown + Kawhi Leonard + everything happening around the NBA with Dave DuFour
Kevin O’Connor is joined by the Athletic’s Dave DuFour to talk about the latest in NBA free agency news. Will LeBron James team up with Stephen Curry in Golden…
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LaMelo Ball traded! Brown, Kawhi & a wild summer ahead + NBA Draft takeaways with Tom Haberstroh
LaMelo Ball traded to Minnesota! Kevin O’Connor and Tom Haberstroh react to the Charlotte Hornets trading LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Then, they…
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NBA Draft first round reaction: Winners! Losers! Surprises! Steals!
Kevin O'Connor, King McClure and Tom Haberstroh react to the results of the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft. Which teams are this year's biggest winners and…
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Giannis Antetokounmpo traded to Miami Heat
The trade has finally happened! The Milwaukee Bucks are trading franchise icon Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis to the Miami Heat for Tyler Herro, Kel'el…
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2026 NBA Draft preview, prospect interviews & the latest on Giannis
On the eve of the NBA Draft, Kevin O'Connor interviews prospects Darryn Peterson, Aday Mara, Keaton Wagler, Brayden Burries, Christian Anderson, Allen Graves…
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Latest on Giannis, Warriors want Kawhi, will LeBron leave LA? + what if Darryn Peterson goes first in NBA Draft?
Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh deep dive into the biggest NBA stories this week. Is a Giannis trade certain to happen before the NBA Draft or are the…
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2026 NBA Draft predictions + player comps for top prospects with Albert Ghim
Albert Ghim from No Ceilings joins KOC for an in-depth NBA Draft breakdown just one week before the big night. The pair shares their predictions for the 2026…
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Post-Finals NBA Draft questions & 2nd round sleepers with Derek Parker + Richie Saunders talks BYU, journey to the league
Kevin O’Connor is joined by Sports Illustrated draft analyst Derek Parker to discuss the NBA Draft now that the Finals have concluded. What should be made of…
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Knicks win the title, what’s next for the Spurs & the crazy summer ahead with Tom Haberstroh
Kevin O’Connor and Tom Haberstroh recap the terrific Game 5 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs. The Knicks are champions…
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KOC's Mock Draft 8.0: Boozer up to #2, Lendeborg & Philon fall + who should Knicks & Spurs target?
Kevin O'Connor reveals his latest mock draft for the 2026 NBA Draft. Which players are rising on his draft board and which others are seeing their stock…
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New York's epic comeback, San Antonio's tragic choke & the best NBA Finals game (ever?!) with Tom Haberstroh + latest on Giannis trade talks
Kevin O’Connor and Tom Haberestroh break down the electric Game 4 of the NBA Finals. What led to the Knicks’ historic comeback from a 29-point deficit? Can the…
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Draymond Green x KOC: ‘No blood, no foul’ NBA Finals, Wemby's future & essential adjustments for each team
Kevin O’Connor is joined by four-time NBA champion Draymond Green to break down the tactical battles shaping the Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals after Game 3. Draymond…
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Spurs bounce back, Knicks concerns & more NBA Finals Game 3 takeaways with Es Baraheni
Kevin O'Connor & Es Baraheni react to the Spurs' 115-111 victory against the Knicks in Game 3 of the NBA Finals. How did Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs bounce…
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Knicks/Spurs Game 2 takeaways, offseason rumors, evolution of the big man & more with Chris Haynes, DeAndre Jordan, Bennett Stirtz & Aaron Nkrumah
Kevin O'Connor deep dives into the Knicks 105-104 win against the Spurs in Game 2 of the NBA Finals. Can San Antonio do what has never been done and overcome…
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Crazy summer ahead with Tim Bontemps, Lakers talk with James Worthy, future of the draft with Evan Wasch + KOC’s latest first round mock
Kevin O'Connor is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps from NBA Podcast Row in San Antonio, Texas for a deep dive into the teams with the most interesting offseasons…
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7 things we learned in Knicks Game 1 win over Spurs
Kevin O'Connor & Amin Elhassan react live to the aftermath of Game 1 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs. (01:01) Brunson…
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Spurs vs. Knicks NBA Finals series preview with Tim Legler & Jared Weiss
Kevin O’Connor previews the NBA Finals matchup between the San Antonio Spurs & the New York Knicks from the NBA’s Podcast Row at the Frost Bank Center in San…