Kevin O'Connor is joined by Chris Vernon from the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. Chris makes KOC defend his take that Grizzlies fans overrate Ja Morant and discuss the offseason moves Memphis made. The pair also talk about how Cedric Coward can be a star for the Grizzlies and share their initial reactions to Hugo Gonzalez and Cooper Flagg's performances in Summer League.

New Timberwolves owners Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore then join The Kevin O'Connor Show to discuss their bold vision for Minnesota basketball. From empowering Tim Connelly to innovating fan experiences with “Jump,” they’re laying the groundwork for a championship culture. They open up about their long-term goals, Anthony Edwards’ development, their admiration for Rudy Gobert, and how fast, decisive leadership shapes winning franchises.

(0:30) Chris Vernon joins

(1:00) Is Ja Morant overrated?

(19:54) First impressions of Cooper Flagg

(23:41) Is NIL good for NBA?

(35:48) Timberwolves owners Alex Rodriguez & Marc Lore join

(44:00) How to maximize Ant's potential

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How did Cooper Flagg fare in his NBA Summer League debut? KOC breaks down the Mavericks' matchup against the Lakers, with Dallas edging out Los Angeles 87-85. He shares more of his observations from around the league, including Herb Jones' contract extension with the New Orleans Pelicans. Then, KOC is joined by Jason Timpf from Hoops Tonight and Daman Rangoola from Stratechery to discuss the state of basketball in Los Angeles. Is LeBron James' silence towards Deandre Ayton a sign he wants out of LA? And which Western Conference team is most likely to take out the OKC Thunder in next year's playoffs?

(0:26) - Biggest takeaways from day 1 of NBA Summer League

(5:30) - What’s going on with Lebron and the Lakers?

(23:43) - Are the Clippers or Lakers in a better position to win this season?

(32:58) - Which team is best poised to come out of the West next season?

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What are the best fits for the big-name free agents that are still on the market? KOC and Tom Haberstroh debate the best potential landing spots for Bradley Beal, Damian Lillard, Chris Paul and Al Horford. But first, they question who won the Clippers-Heat-Jazz trade that sent Norman Powell to Miami, John Collins to Los Angeles, and Kevin Love, Kyle Anderson and a 2027 Clippers second-round pick to Utah. They finish up the show by previewing the NBA Summer League games in Las Vegas. Who has the most to prove? And who are the guys most excited to watch?

(0:49) Jazz, Clippers & Heat three-way trade

(24:26) Best fits for remaining free agents

(45:57) NBA introduces new ‘heave’ rule

(49:15) Summer League preview

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What do Milwaukee's latest moves signal for Giannis Antetokounmpo's future? KOC pontificates on the shocking news that the Bucks are waiving Damian Lillard to sign Myles Turner. Then, Kevin moves on to more of the biggest moves of the NBA offseason. Is Cam Johnson an upgrade over Michael Porter Jr. for the Denver Nuggets? And what do the Lakers' moves mean for LeBron James' future in Los Angeles?

00:19 - Bucks waive Damian Lillard to sign Myles Turner

07:20 - Nuggets trade MPJ for Cam Johnson

09:57 - Hawks land Nickeil Alexander-Walker

11:38 - Knicks sign Guerschon Yabusele

13:18 - Bigs musical chairs!

16:30 - What are the Lakers going to do?

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KOC is joined by Jovan Buha, who covers the Los Angeles Lakers as well as anyone. What is next for LeBron James?? After opting in, the rumors started right away... could he actually be traded? Will a buyout option surface? Does Luka want him there 100% next season? Does LeBron want to go back to Cleveland, or would he accept a trade to a surprise team like the Dallas Mavericks, Golden State Warriors or even the Denver Nuggets? It's all on the table in this edition of the KOC Show that also hits on other free agent and trade news around the league involving the following names: James Harden, DeAndre Ayton, Lonzo Ball, Isaac Okoro, Collin Sexton, Nurk, NAW, Ty Jerome, Jabari Smith, Bobby Portis, and of course the bizarre situation involving Malik Beasley. Lock in!

(00:45) - Jovan Buha on Lakers & LeBron's future

(26:20) - KOC runs through news of the week: Beasley, Ball for Okoro & more

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KOC and Tom Haberstroh break down ALL of the fallout from the 2025 NBA Draft, including the big news that Masai Ujiri and the Toronto Raptors were parting ways. Both of the guys weigh in on the strange timing of that move. And speaking of moves, what was Joe Dumars thinking with the Pels trade-up to get Derik Queen? Tom says it must be the dumbest trade of the last DECADE! And KOC/Tom discuss Lottery winner Nico Harrison's quote about fortune favoring the bold, plus of course all of the latest talk surrounding the AWKWARD situation surrounding Ace Bailey and the Utah Jazz -- plus so much more. Lock in!

(0:57) Ace Bailey Utah Jazz drama

(13:24) Raptors fire Masai Ujiri

(20:49) Did Pelicans make a HORRIBLE trade for Derik Queen?

(29:29) KOC’s favorite draft hauls

(44:19) Pacers surprise draft of Taelon Peter

(49:12) NBA champs OKC draft Thomas Sorber

(52:53) Teams looking to take ‘the next step’

(56:53) Blazers draft Yang Hansen

(1:02:03) BetMGM Rookie of the Year odds released

(1:05:26) Are Mavs NBA title contenders now?

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Kevin O'Connor recaps the 2025 NBA Draft with King McClure and Vincent Goodwill. The best picks of Round 1, the head-scratching ones and everything in between! Are the Dallas Mavericks a Finals contender with Flagg?? Did the Philadelphia 76ers get it right with Edgecombe over Ace Bailey? What were the Brooklyn Nets doing? Lock in for a full round 1 recap on the KOC Show!

(00:45) - Most intriguing draft so far?

(10:25) - Biggest surprise of the night?

(16:15) - Dylan Harper's fit in San Antonio

(20:45) - Worst draft of the night?

(24:05) - Best non-Cooper Flagg pick?

(27:55) - Are the Mavs contenders with Flagg?

(31:55) - Did Philly make the right call with VJ Edgecombe?

(35:45) - Thunder pick up Thomas Sorber

(39:40) - Looking ahead to Day 2

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Kevin O’Connor and Tom Haberstroh react live to the Oklahoma City Thunder winning the 2025 NBA Finals in Game 7. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads OKC to its first championship since relocating, while Tyrese Haliburton suffers a heartbreaking Achilles injury early in the game. KOC and Tom break down how the Thunder closed it out, what Haliburton’s injury means for the Indiana Pacers' future, and what this Finals run says about the league's youngest champion in decades. Plus Tom grades the KD trade and he isn't exactly glowing about what the Suns got back. Will the San Antonio Spurs regret not going after KD? Could both the Houston Rockets and San Antonio Spurs still be in play for GIANNIS? And what are the Spurs going to do at #2? It's all on this packed post-Game 7 pod.

(00:20) - Thunder win the NBA Finals & reacting to Haliburton's injury

(21:30) - Start of something legendary for OKC?

(40:40) - Fallout of the Kevin Durant trade & NBA Draft talk

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Kevin O'Connor and the rest of the NBA world woke up to the stunning news on Sunday morning that Kevin Durant had finally and officially been traded from the Phoenix Suns to the Houston Rockets. Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the #10 overall pick and 5 future second rounders was the haul, so who won the deal? John Gambadoro covers the Suns and has been all over these KD rumors for weeks - don't miss this must-hear conversation between KOC and Gambo.

Later, KOC is joined by J. Kyle Mann to discuss the fallout of the KD trade, mainly who Phoenix will now target at #10 overall. Plus the guys go through some players whose stock is falling — why is J. Kyle Mann starting to be out on Richardson and Fears?? Why is KOC downgrading Khaman Maluach? What does Mann see in Danny Wolf that Kevin just isn't buying? Nearly every Round 1 prospect is hit in this comprehensive NBA Draft conversation, with just a few days til Draft Night 2025 — lock in!

(00:40) - KOC & Gambo react to the KD trade

(21:45) - J. Kyle Mann deep dives on all things NBA Draft

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KOC and Tom Haberstroh went LIVE to react to the Indiana Pacers destroying the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 6. Is Indiana about to prove to the world on Sunday that they are a team of destiny? GAME 7!! Plus, all the latest NBA Trade and NBA Draft rumors! Kevin Durant, Paul George, Ace Bailey and tons of rumors — and of course the guys react to the sale of the Los Angeles Lakers AND the Seattle Supersonics potentially coming back with talks of "expansion" in the air.

(00:45) - Pacers blow out Thunder to force Game 7

(24:15) - Is Ace Bailey skipping Philadelphia 76ers visit cause for concern?

(33:15) - Haliburton was right to play tonight

(47:15) - League news: Lakers plan to sell + latest on NBA expansion & rule changes

(56:40) - Latest on Cooper Flagg

(1:01:10) - NBA trade tumors: Kevin Durant & Paul George

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