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The Kevin O'Connor Show

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NBA
Oklahoma City Thunder
NBA Draft
Victor Wembanyama
Denver Nuggets
NBA Playoffs
Cleveland Cavaliers
Golden State Warriors
Giannis Antetokounmpo
Minnesota Timberwolves
Los Angeles Lakers
San Antonio Spurs
Milwaukee Bucks
Cooper Flagg
NBA Cup
New York Knicks
Indiana Pacers
Jimmy Butler
Boston Celtics
Houston Rockets

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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Latest Episodes

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 is a Playoff hero

(03:03) Knicks testing Wemby

(14:33) Should Dylan Harper play more?

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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 Antonio, Texas.

First, Tim Legler joins for a Knicks deep-dive. How can New York stop Wemb... more

Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh react to the San Antonio Spurs' dominant win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals.

Is Victor Wembanyama officially the best player in the NBA after a masterful performance to sen... more

Kevin O’Connor reacts to the San Antonio Spurs' blowout win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 6 and looks ahead to Game 7.

Later, NBA Draft prospect Nate Ament joins to talk about the biggest lessons he has learned as he prepares for the league... more

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Recent Guests

Mikel Brown Jr.
Louisville guard and NBA Draft prospect
Louisville Cardinals
Episode: 5 things from Thunder-Spurs Game 5 + NBA Draft prospect Mikel Brown Jr. breaks down his on-court creativity
Sam Vecenie
From Game Theory and the Athletic, NBA Draft analyst
Game Theory and the Athletic
Episode: Knicks take the East, Cavs face a crossroads & NBA Draft questions with Sam Vecenie + Alex Karaban talks UConn
Alex Karaban
Two-time NCAA champion with UConn, potential first-round NBA pick
UConn Huskies
Episode: Knicks take the East, Cavs face a crossroads & NBA Draft questions with Sam Vecenie + Alex Karaban talks UConn
Kingston Flemings
Potential top 10 NBA draft pick, Houston Cougars
Houston Cougars
Episode: Spurs punch back, Cavs crash out & Giannis rumors + Kingston Flemings talks NBA Draft
J. Kyle Mann
Contributor to The Ringer, discusses draft prospects and NBA analysis
The Ringer
Episode: WOW, Wemby!! Wembanyama’s historic night, Spurs-Thunder Game 1 takeaways & NBA Draft talk with J. Kyle Mann
Bryce Simon
Analyst from Motor City Hoops, Pistons draft/roster expert
Motor City Hoops
Episode: Dusty May on Spurs-OKC, Michigan & the NBA Draft + Bryce Simon on Cavs-Knicks & Detroit’s disaster
Dusty May
Head coach of the Michigan Wolverines, NCAA Champion
Michigan Wolverines
Episode: Dusty May on Spurs-OKC, Michigan & the NBA Draft + Bryce Simon on Cavs-Knicks & Detroit’s disaster
Dr. Brian Sutterer
Sports medicine physician and YouTube medical educator
Dr. Brian Sutterer Channel
Episode: NBA Playoff semifinal update, Wizards lottery win & Darryn Peterson’s creatine story explained with Andrew Sharp & Dr. Brian Sutterer
Chad Ford
NBA draft analyst and former ESPN analyst
Episode: Chad Ford x KOC: Big NBA Draft questions, potential risers & the trade landscape

Host

Kevin O'Connor
Host of The Kevin O'Connor Show; longtime NBA analyst with film breakdowns and deep strategic insights.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Clearly knows nothing about ball

    Voted for who everyone with half a brain had 3rd or 4th in the MVP race as the MVP clearly knows zero and should not have a vote.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DaveLowe88
    New Zealand2 months ago
  • Doesn’t know ball

    Who actually listens to this?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Trash001qdidbdh
    United States2 months ago
  • Enough Haberstroh

    I’m really turned off by the weekly Tom Haberstroh appearances. His takes are horrible, his NBA basketball knowledge is questionable, and the whole “Kev” thing is repulsive.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    soxygen
    United States3 months ago
  • Nope.

    Nothing new here. Another MAGA bro running his mouth.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ShutYoMouff
    United States4 months ago
  • KOC is Legit

    Everybody needs to chill out - agree or disagree, Kevin knows what’s up, players and staff love him.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Best game on the Store
    United States4 months ago

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Some listeners criticize the show for drifting into NFL content or off-topic banter at times.
Listeners praise the depth of NBA and draft analysis and high-profile guest mix.
Critics call out inconsistent takes and preference for hype around certain prospects.
Fans appreciate the host's charisma and willingness to take strong, data-informed stances.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#11
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Apple Podcasts
#98
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Apple Podcasts
#8
Canada/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#9
United Kingdom/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#172
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#5
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Knicks take the East, Cavs face a crossroads & NBA Draft questions with Sam Vecenie + Alex Karaban talks UConn
Q: What makes the Knicks' run this season different from previous years?
Vecenie attributes the Knicks' success to a well-constructed roster, smart trades, and a high-functioning system led by Brunson, with a strong supporting cast and solid coaching that has maximized their talent during the playoffs.
WOW, Wemby!! Wembanyama’s historic night, Spurs-Thunder Game 1 takeaways & NBA Draft talk with J. Kyle Mann
Q: Kyle, what are the realistic modes of approach to defending Wembanyama besides simply trying to overpower him?
A combination of contesting his catch, leveraging balance and mobility, and possibly deploying a bigger, lengthier defender who can disrupt his drives without pulling him out of help rotations; the balance between defense and floor spacing is crucial.
NBA Playoff Round 1 reactions: Tight series, potential adjustments & bad whistles with Tom Haberstroh
Q: What are the biggest officiating issues in the playoffs right now?
The main concerns are flopping, inconsistent calls, and a lack of accountability for referees, which has led to public criticism and calls for more transparency and potential referee education during playoffs.
Big NBA Playoff questions & X-factors with Es Baraheni + Moussa Diabate talks Hornets
Q: What is the biggest X-factor for the Hornets this postseason?
The team's success hinges on the continued development and consistency of their core, with Moussa Diabate and LaMelo Ball serving as catalysts for both offense and defense, plus depth from role players evolving under pressure.
Big NBA Playoff questions & X-factors with Es Baraheni + Moussa Diabate talks Hornets
Q: What were the key lessons from the regular season games against Miami heading into the play-in?
The Hornets aimed to force Miami's other players to beat them while leveraging their own physicality and defensive principles to stay competitive; focus on sticking to their game plan and not getting rattled by a playoff-style atmosphere.

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2. Sam Vecenie
3. Alex Karaban
4. Kingston Flemings
5. J. Kyle Mann
6. Bryce Simon
7. Dusty May
8. Dr. Brian Sutterer

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