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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.
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Kevin O’Connor and Tom Haberstroh go over the biggest news from the last week of the NBA regular season, starting with Cade Cunningham's return and the Detroit Pistons' dominance.
The pair discuss Doc Rivers’ resume rant to the dispirited Milwaukee Bucks, the woes of the 65-game rule and Adam Silver’s “full stop” efforts to stop tanking. Then, KOC shares insight into the NBA GM's meeting where he heard rumors of a tanking solution that might actually work!
Plus, Donovan Clingan and Deni Avdija join the show to review their spectacular seasons with the Portland Trail Blazers.
(1:11) Cade Cunningham returns
(4:51) Doc Rivers tells Bucks players to “Google me”
(7:47) All-NBA players out injured
(11:47) KOC’s All-NBA ballot
(19:20) An anti-tanking proposal that might actually work
(37:24) Bulls clean house
(40:07) Michael Malone to UNC
(42:50) Donovan Clingan joins the show
(1:03:06) Deni Avdija joins the show
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Kevin O’Connor sits down with basketball legend Jay Bilas to break down the evolution of basketball from college hoops to the NBA. Bilas shares insights on player development, coaching at every level and the impact of NIL and the transfer portal.
They discuss solutions to tanking, load management and the backwards incentives in the NBA today. Bilas also weighs in on top NBA Draft prospects like Aday Mara, Keaton Wagler, Darius Acuff & more.
(1:23) Memories with Bill Raftery
(4:35) Love & evolution of basketball
(14:17) Tanking & load management solutions
(21:27) Why won’t NCAA & NBA work together?
(28:58) NIL, transfer portal & potential player contracts
(48:51) NBA Draft prospects to watch
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Kevin O’Connor sits down with Terrence Oglesby at the NCAA men’s Final Four. The duo breaks down the Jokic vs. Wembanyama duel, what makes each superstar special and dives deep into the Rookie of the Year race between Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel. Plus, KOC asked Terrence which NBA draft prospects should ‘stay or go.’
Then, Jon Rothstein joins to break down Michigan’s domination of Arizona in the Final Four and what’s powering their NCAA tournament run. The pair analyzes UConn’s postseason, roster strengths and how the Huskies match up against the Wolverines in the upcoming National Championship.
(0:33) Terrence Oglesby joins
(1:15) Jokic & Nuggets beat Wemby & Spurs
(7:40) ROTY race between Flagg & Knueppel
(17:27) NBA Draft prospect check-in
(44:29) Lakers season jeopardized by injuries
(47:23) Jon Rothstein joins
(47:36) Michigan beats Arizona in Final Four
(56:29) UConn vs. Michigan in National Championship
(1:04:23) Guardrails needed for NIL in NCAA
(1:13:42) Will NCAA tournament expand?
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Kevin O’Connor and Tom Haberstroh go over all 30 NBA franchises and share “One Thing for Every Team." The pair discuss Jayson Tatum’s return to form, Victor Wembanyama’s ascent to basketball deity, how the Golden State Warriors should handle Steph Curry’s desire to play and much more.
(1:02) One thing for every team in the Atlantic Division
(15:02) One thing for every team in the Southeast Division
(30:46) One thing for every team in the Central Division
(46:44) One thing for every team in the Pacific Division
(1:08:09) One thing for every team in the Southwest Division
(1:26:18) One thing for every team in the Northwest Division
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KOC reacts to the NBA’s new anti-tanking concepts and shares what his league sources have to say about each one. Then, he’s joined by Barstool’s Mark Titus to go over the electric Elite Eight over the weekend.
The pair discuss Braylon Mullins' historic game-winning 3-pointer against Duke, review freshman returns for some of college’s most talented NBA prospects and ponder if some freshmen would benefit from another year in the NCAA.
(0:19) NBA anti-tanking reform
(14:24) UConn epic comeback vs. Duke
(30:43) Cam Boozer freshman season recap
(37:41) Importance of size in NCAA tourney
(42:05) Keaton Wagler tournament check-in
(47:03) Which freshmen should go back to school?
(50:28) Yaxel Lendeborg tournament check-in
(54:22) Final Four preview
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Kevin O’Connor & Tom Haberstroh break down the surprisingly fiery NBA Wednesday, giving their thoughts on Jaylen Brown’s best SGA impression, the historical overtime collapse of the Houston Rockets vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves and the return of Joel Embiid & Paul George to the 76ers.
They react to Adam Silver’s recent press conference with big questions about tanking and expansion and discuss Victor Wembanyama’s MVP case. KOC & Tom also preview the biggest matchups and players in watch in the Sweet Sixteen round of March Madness games.
(1:03) Celtics beat Thunder at home
(13:28) Wolves comeback vs. Rockets in OT
(30:09) Heat blow out Cavs
(37:12) Embiid & George return to 76ers
(39:46) Will Billy Donovan leave Bulls for Tar Heels?
(45:34) Will Steph Curry move to Charlotte?
(51:16) Draymond Green comments on Wemby MVP case
(1:00:45) State of Milwaukee Bucks
(1:04:05) Adam Silver talks tanking, expansion & 65-game rule
(1:23:31) NCAA Sweet Sixteen preview
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Kevin O’Connor is joined by FS1’s Danny Parkins to talk NBA & NCAA hoops. They discuss the white-hot Lakers, the future of Dylan Harper, the upcoming returns of Jalen Williams & Steph Curry and the historic tank put on by the Wizards and Pacers.
Next, they cover the big March Madness games over the weekend—St. John's vs. KU and Iowa vs. Florida—and ask some big questions about the state of the NCAA and this year’s draft class.
(1:03) Lakers extend win streak
(11:43) Jalen Williams to return to OKC lineup
(20:50) Dylan Harper season check-in
(26:48) Steph Curry injury update
(30:29) Pacers & Wizards 16-game losing streaks
(34:14) Darryn Peterson NCAA Tournament performance
(42:46) AJ Dybantsa NCAA Tournament performance
(45:28) Death of NCAA Cinderella teams
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Kevin O’Connor is joined by Tom Haberstroh to discuss the latest NBA news. First, they talk about Cade Cunningham’s collapsed lung and the implications that come with it for the Pistons and for his award chances.
Then, they talk the longest winning streaks and recent losses in the league and debate whether they're a 'big deal' or 'no big deal.' From the Atlanta Hawks’ 11-game win streak to the NBA embracing expansion to a continuation of Giannis' drama with the Bucks, KOC and Tom go over it all.
(1:05) Cade Cunningham collapsed lung
(15:16) Hawks 11-game win streak
(20:56) OKC win 10 in a row
(33:04) Lakers 7-game win streak
(40:38) Rockets lose both games vs. Lakers
(49:34) Nuggets lose to Grizzlies
(58:57) Giannis won’t be shut down
(1:00:44) Jaylen Brown's leadership
(1:04:55) Is expansion a good idea?
(1:12:17) Final Four predictions
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KOC is joined by Corey Tulaba from No Ceilings to talk NBA and March Madness. First, they cover the recent news regarding the NBA’s plan to expand to Seattle and Las Vegas. Next, the pair discusses key NBA draft storylines entering March Madness, including the best opening weekend matchups. Plus, KOC & Corey do a way-too-early 2025 NBA re-draft.
Then, KOC is joined by Cameron and Cayden Boozer to talk about their experiences at Duke and their expectations for the Blue Devils in March Madness.
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Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh give a full breakdown and add their takes on Bam Adebayo's historic 83 point night. Does his performance need an asterisk? From there, the pair check in on a contentious Western Conference battle between SGA & OKC and Wemby & the Spurs.
To round out the show, Aaron Gordon joins Kevin to talk all things Denver, shooting mechanics, meditation and more!
(0:38) Bam Adebayo scores 83 pts
(15:50) State of the Spurs
(30:15) SGA’s historic scoring streak
(36:15) Have Pelicans turned their season around?
(41:47) Are 76ers done for this year?
(46:45) Kawhi & Clippers on the rise
(56:45) Aaron Gordon joins the show
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On an action packed episode of The Kevin O'Connor Show, Kevin O'Connor catches up with David Jacoby to discuss all things around the association including, are the Lakers and LeBron headed for a split?
From there KOC talks with Rashad Phillips to break down Darrius Acuff Jr. and the rest of the loaded 2026 Draft Class.
All that and more on this episode of The Kevin O'Connor Show.
Biggest Mistake Award: 03:25
Biggest Glow Up: 15:52
Worst Rebound: 22:50
We Need to Talk: 40:25
Most Likely Reunion: 49:00
Best Unexpended Chemistry: 01:00:00
Best Side Piece: 01:15:00
Draft Deep Dive with Rashad Phillips: 01:20:45
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On an action packed Kevin O'Connor Show, Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh take a look at the current 44 game losing streak the bottom 10 NBA teams have combined for.
The NBA has reached the March lull, how can the league spice things up?
From there KOC and Tom break down the beat down the Charlotte Hornets handed to the Boston Celtics.
To round out the show, the guys take a look at Carmelo Anthony's comments on the return of Jayson Tatum and the Philly trade for Kawhi that never happened. All that and more on this episode of The Kevin O'Connor Show.
44 Game Losing Streak: (0:45)
Ethical Tanking (7:25)
How can the NBA spice up the March lull (21:05)
Hornets thrash Celtics (32:35)
Carmelo Anthony thoughts on Jayson Tatum's return (43:25)
The Kawhi trade that never was (50:35)
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It’s a jam-packed Kevin O’Connor Show! KOC is joined by COD streamer JoeWo and Ben Pfeifer from Swish Theory to chat about all things NBA.
First, KOC offers five observations from the NBA weekend before talking with JoeWo about the Charlotte Hornets’ roaring success. Then, Ben Pfeifer joins to discuss Aday Mara, Jayden Quaintance and other overlooked NBA Draft prospects.
(0:30) 5 takeaways from the NBA weekend
(14:58) Giannis to return to Bucks lineup tonight
(18:09) JoeWo talks Hornets
(45:21) JoeWo talks Call of Duty
(59:00) Draft Class with Ben Pfeifer
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On a packed episode of The Kevin O’Connor Show, Kevin O’Connor is joined by Tom Haberstroh to break down the latest NBA headlines, including James Harden’s broken thumb and Lauri Markkanen’s injuries.
KOC and Tom go back and forth on their Western Conference power rankings.
From there, KOC is joined by Jason Gallagher to tackle questions about what’s going on with Luka Dončić and why fandom has changed so much.
All that and more on this episode of The Kevin O’Connor Show.
Harden Injury (1:06)
Markkanen Injury (4:00)
Zion's Shooting Fear (26:30)
Western Conference Power Rankings (33:40)
Jason Gallagher on Luka Dončić (1:04:20)
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Kevin O’Connor sits down with former Denver Nuggets GM Calvin Booth for an unfiltered look inside team building, executive strategy and the realities of finding success in the NBA. How did he manage the team during their championship run?
Booth also shares candid reflections on his relationship with former head coach Michael Malone, insights on sustaining a championship window and his philosophy behind drafting players and developing talent.
(1:11) Keys to building a championship team
(10:06) Bruce Brown’s development
(11:30) Jokic’s growth in Denver
(16:30) Nuggets post-championship
(31:33) Friction between Booth & Malone
(40:43) What would Booth do differently looking back?
(49:42) Is Denver on the path to a dynasty?
(52:18) College basketball landscape & impact on Draft
(1:03:53) Overrated traits & underrated players
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1On today’s Kevin O’Connor Show, KOC is joined by NBC broadcaster John Fanta to talk everything NBA. They start with Eastern Conference contender power rankings: who’s the number one team in the East? Could Cade Cunningham really be MVP?
Then, they turn to Team USA hockey’s gold-medal win against Canada before John tells the story of his call-up to the NBA on NBC by Mike Tirico.
Plus, they discuss if Anthony Edwards is the face of the league, address the troubles in Phoenix & Houston, and take a look at the top prospects in this year’s fiery draft class.
That and more, today!
Eastern Conference Contenders (1:39)
USA Hockey and John's NBC Career (43:16)
Draft Class (1:10:20)
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Today on the Kevin O’Connor show, KOC is joined by Tom Haberstroh to ask some big questions in the NBA world: Are the Houston Rockets done? What teams have the most to prove in the 2nd half of the season? Which young players might break out and which coaches are on the hot seat?
Then, the pair look at two of the hottest names in college basketball: Darius Acuff and Darryn Peterson. How does Acuff’s 49-point explosion affect his draft stock? Is Peterson’s self-check-out gambit for Kansas threatening his no. 1 draft pick potential?
Later, KOC is joined by Daman Rangoola, Sam Esfandiari & Claire De Lune from All-Star Weekend to talk the latest with the Lakers and Warriors. That and more on today’s show!
(1:11) Contenders with the most to prove
(13:38) Young players to watch
(20:26) NBA coaches on the hot seat
(33:46) Kings decimated by injuries
(37:12) Darius Acuff drops 49 points vs. Alabama
(41:44) What's going on with Darryn Peterson?
(56:32) Daman Rangoola & Sam Esfandiari join from All-Star
(1:43:10) Claire De Lune joins from All-Star
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NBA skills coach Drew Hanlen joins Kevin O’Connor to break down the season’s hottest topics, from star player development to the reality of tanking in the league. Drew shares inside stories about working with Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, Jayson Tatum and others and explains why self-belief can be both a gift and a curse for rising talent.(0:48) When will Tatum return for Celtics?(12:13) Player development & Deni Avdija(21:43) Can Hornets maintain their winning ways?(26:25) How can NBA stop tanking?(31:09) Joel Embiid's recovery and development (43:02) How teams use data & analytics to improve (49:03) Chris Paul retires from NBA(56:43) How will defensive coaching evolve?(01:00:11) Future of the All-Star game
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Kevin O’Connor gives his seven biggest takeaways from a star-studded NBA All-Star Weekend. Was the new format a success? Is expansion back on the board? Kevin gives his thoughts.Next, Ben Golliver joins the show to break down the tanking crisis and which teams are most guilty of tanking the most.Plus, Cedric Coward joins to share his lessons from his rookie season, his progression as a player and the toughest players to defend.0:28 Seven biggest takeaways from All-Star Weekend15:41 Ben Golliver joins the show45:23 Cedric Coward joins the show
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In today’s Kevin O’Connor Show, KOC goes over his NBA awards rankings approaching the midway point of the season. Plus, he reacts to the news of the Jaren Jackson Jr. season-ending surgery, and proposes a new system to weed out the problem of tanking in the NBA.Then, KOC does a live mail-bag segment with questions from the YouTube chat. That and more for today’s pre-All-Star Weekend show! (0:33) NBA Awards check-in(8:36) How can the NBA solve tanking?(29:07) Live YouTube Q&A
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