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The Kevin O'Connor Show

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NBA Draft
Oklahoma City Thunder
Victor Wembanyama
NBA Playoffs
San Antonio Spurs
New York Knicks
Denver Nuggets
Golden State Warriors
Cleveland Cavaliers
Giannis Antetokounmpo
Minnesota Timberwolves
Boston Celtics
Indiana Pacers
Houston Rockets
Cooper Flagg
Los Angeles Lakers
Lebron James
NBA Finals
Utah Jazz

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 continues his 'Entertainment Rankings' with Andrew Sharp. How will the Trail Blazers make all their guards work together? Are the Utah Jazz a sleeper playoff team? The duo also looks at the Wizards with their addition of the No. 1 pick... more

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 Nuggets’ lackluster offseason moves and their diminishing supporting cast around Nikola Jokic—is i... more

Kevin O'Connor reacts to the latest developments in the investigation into whether the Clippers organization circumvented the NBA's salary cap. ESPN reported that the NBA found no evidence against Steve Ballmer and the Clippers, but the league quickl... more

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 Los Angeles on Christmas Day, along with primetime rookie battles you can't miss. Plus, ho... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Sharp
NBA analyst, host of The GOAT Podcast and Sharp Tech
The GOAT / Stratecary
Episode: Klay Thompson signs with Heat + talking Blazers, Jazz, Wizards, Raptors & Mavericks with Andrew Sharp
Justin Boone
Yahoo Sports fantasy analyst
Yahoo Sports Fantasy
Episode: Denver loses big in Watson trade, Cavs’ postseason potential + fantasy football draft tips with Justin Boone and Josh Norris
Josh Norris
Yahoo Sports fantasy analyst
Yahoo Sports Fantasy
Episode: Denver loses big in Watson trade, Cavs’ postseason potential + fantasy football draft tips with Justin Boone and Josh Norris
Trey Kerby
Guest from No Dunks discussing teams on the entertainment ranking list
No Dunks
Episode: Clippers investigation gets even messier + talking Bulls, Grizzlies, Magic & Hawks with Trey Kerby
Yaron Weitzman
Author of Hollywood ending, the dreams and drama of the LeBron Lakers
Author, Hollywood ending
Episode: Russell Westbrook retires + Lakers sold in record-breaking deal
Adam Gold
Host from 99 The Fan, discussing Dundon ownership of Hurricanes and Blazers connection
Episode: Is KD delusional? Draymond's future, state of the Bucks & Kings + why Blazers fans are right to worry
Mike Trudell
NBA analyst who has covered LeBron James
ESPN / Lakers coverage
Episode: LeBron James shocks NBA by joining Philadelphia 76ers
Sam Esfandiari
Co-host of Light Years Ahead Warriors podcast
Light Years Ahead
Episode: LeBron James shocks NBA by joining Philadelphia 76ers
Isaac Trotter
National college basketball writer
CBS Sports
Episode: The Dort deal, Summer League takeaways, early draft preview + my review of 'The Odyssey' with Es Baraheni & Isaac Trotter

Host

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

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • KOC is Legit

    Has your fav podcast host done a 1:1 with Wemby?

    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 States2 months ago
  • Love KOC

    I love how KOC has different takes on the NBA compared to the general consensus of mainstream media

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lennking
    Australia2 months ago
  • 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 Zealand4 months ago
  • Doesn’t know ball

    Who actually listens to this?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Trash001qdidbdh
    United States4 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 States5 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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#7
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#160
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#8
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#8
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#129
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#3
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Klay Thompson signs with Heat + talking Blazers, Jazz, Wizards, Raptors & Mavericks with Andrew Sharp
Q: Is the Klay Thompson signing with the Heat a smart move given the need for shooting and spacing?
It's a sensible move to add shooting and name recognition, but the long-term fit depends on how Miami uses him and whether he can sustain efficient shooting as the offense evolves next season.
Klay Thompson signs with Heat + talking Blazers, Jazz, Wizards, Raptors & Mavericks with Andrew Sharp
Q: What is your initial thought on how Kyrie Irving will fit next to Cooper Flagg in Dallas?
Kyrie should be effective as a secondary creator who can attack off the ball, while Flagg handles ball distribution and growth; the pairing could work if they manage Kyrie's minutes and fit around Flagg's development.
Denver loses big in Watson trade, Cavs’ postseason potential + fantasy football draft tips with Justin Boone and Josh Norris
Q: What are the big concerns about Cleveland after acquiring Peyton Watson?
The guests discuss fit with Mobley and Allen, shooting depth, and whether Watson can provide a reliable on-ball defense and shooting to support Donovan Mitchell and Harden.
Denver loses big in Watson trade, Cavs’ postseason potential + fantasy football draft tips with Justin Boone and Josh Norris
Q: Kev, has any franchise been luckier than the Denver Nuggets?
The panel suggests Denver benefited from Jokic's emergence and a historically favorable development arc, which makes their current upheaval all the more striking as they consider future competitiveness.
Clippers investigation gets even messier + talking Bulls, Grizzlies, Magic & Hawks with Trey Kerby
Q: Trey, what's your take on the Bulls in this off-season as you break down the four teams today?
Trey Kerby highlights that the Bulls are a fun, young squad with high upside, especially with their exciting young players, but their immediate win potential is uncertain. The focus is on how Tiago Splitter integrates the forward group and guards, and whether Caleb Wilson, Buzellas, and Giddey can translate summer league flashes into productive NBA minutes this season.

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Professional basketball analysis with a focus on the NBA, the draft, and front-office strategy. Episodes feature in-depth game breakdowns, live interview segments with draft prospects and analysts, and timely debates about team-building, trades, and league rule changes. A standout is the strong emphasis on analytics-driven context, scout-like insights, and guest perspectives from players, coaches, and prominent draft analysts, often paired with light cross-promo segments. This mix makes it a likely fit for listeners who crave nuanced strategy, player development paths, and behind-the-scenes front-office decision-making, all delivered with approachable banter from a seasoned host team.

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1. Andrew Sharp
2. Justin Boone
3. Josh Norris
4. Trey Kerby
5. Yaron Weitzman
6. Adam Gold
7. Mike Trudell
8. Sam Esfandiari

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