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Andrew Sharp joins KOC on this episode to discuss the Oklahoma City Thunder's 3-1 lead in the WCF. Has Anthony Edwards regressed to the point of being this era's version of Playoff James Harden? Have the Thunder "big 3" emerged to the point where a title is almost guaranteed in June? Plus speaking of OKC - Kevin and Sharp wonder if SGA has officially become the greatest player to ever wear a Thunder uniform (even beyond Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook). And the guys hit the Pacers-Knicks series out east, plus talk Chris Paul news, and NBA Draft latest.Then, Kevin sat down with Derik Queen, one of the stars of March Madness and current projected Lottery pick in this year's NBA Draft. Is he really "baby Jokic?" What does he need to work on? What sets him apart? Plus, a look back at what went through his mind during his all-time classic buzzer beater back in March.(0:40) OKC goes up 3-1 vs. Wolves(21:42) Could SGA be the best OKC player EVER?(32:09) Knicks beat Pacers in Game 3(42:13) Chris Paul won't return to Spurs(46:32) Brooklyn may trade Cam Johnson + picks to move up in Draft(48:49) Who should Wizards target in NBA Draft?(1:04:52) Draft prospect Derik Queen joins the show

Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh saw SGA and the Oklahoma City Thunder lay the absolute smackdown on Anthony Edwards and the Wolves on Thursday evening, and both are ready to declare the series a wrap. Little hope remains for Ant and company in their 0-2 hole, and KOC takes it a step further declaring that the MVP is clearly levels better than Minnesota's young superstar.Up next, Knicks fans: Kevin sees you, and Kevin hears you. Please sit down, get comfortable, and tell KOC how Tyrese Haliburton and Aaron Nesmith hurt you. Because that's what his friend and New York Knicks diehard fan Jonathan Macri did after the never-say-die Indiana Pacers did the unthinkable, yet again.Plus, projected 2025 NBA Draft first-rounder Asa Newell joins Kevin O'Connor from the Combine in Chicago to break down Newell's game as a floor-spacing, switchable big.(0:37) Thunder vs. Wolves Game 2 reaction with Tom Haberstroh(26:27) NBA All-Defensive Team announced(29:36) Nuggets hire David Adleman as head coach(31:31) Pacers beat Knicks in heartbreaking fashion(34:07) Post-game Knicks therapy session with Jonathan Macri(1:12:27) Asa Newell joins from the NBA Draft Combine

KOC has 7 big questions to start the week, and you need to hear them all. For starters, who does Kevin have winning the Eastern Conference Finals and how? Might the Boston Celtics consider trading Jaylen Brown in a blockbuster trade to the Houston Rockets? Whose NBA Draft stock is rising, and whose is FALLING? It's all on this must-hear Monday episode of the KOC Show.(0:43) How long until we see Nesmith on Brunson?(3:10) Will the Knicks create a size advantage?(5:38) Can KAT have the series of his life?(7:14) Can Haliburton reach a new level?(10:14) What changes should the Celtics make?(18:12) Who are Draft Combine fallers?(20:08) Who are Draft Combine risers?(24:06) Kon Knueppel & KOC from the Combine in Chicago

KOC's live, postgame reaction to Game 7 between the Denver Nuggets and Oklahoma City Thunder! OKC dismantled the hapless Nuggets, are they primed to do the same to the Minnesota Timberwolves? Dane Moore, who covers the Wolves, joins KOC to break down what's to come in the Western Conference Finals -- plus the pair on whether MAJOR changes are coming for Nikola Jokic's squad this offseason.(0:57) Dane Moore joins the show(1:20) Thunder beat Nuggets in Game 7(11:54) Thunder vs. Wolves Western Conference Finals preview(32:55) What's next for the Nuggets?(48:59) Western Conference Finals preview continued

KOC is joined by Tom Haberstroh on this INSANE edition of The Kevin O'Connor Show. The guys both think it's well within the realm of possibilities that COOPER FLAGG could pull an Eli Manning, and demand his way to the Boston Celtics. Kevin has sources that told him Flagg met with the Celtics at the Draft Combine in Chicago! Plus KOC absolutely destroys "Playoff Jimmy" Butler, and explains why Golden State is in trouble for years to come. And of course, the guys preview Sunday's Game 7 between the Denver Nuggets and Oklahoma City Thunder, plus Tom and Kevin on why the Boston Celtics are still VERY MUCH ALIVE vs the New York Knicks.(0:53) Nuggets force Game 7 vs. Thunder(14:26) Wolves advance to Western Conference Finals(20:05) Is ‘Playoff Jimmy' a myth?(28:34) What's next for the Warriors?(36:46) Celtics vs. Knicks Game 6 preview(42:15) Boston interviews Cooper Flagg at NBA Draft Combine

Kevin O'Connor is joined by the legendary NBA Draft guru Jonathan Givony on this edition of the KOC Show from the Chicago Combine. KOC pays tribute to Michael Jordan and hits Givony with exactly 23 NBA Draft Questions. Could Ace Bailey be a bust for the 76ers? Which player is the best shooter in this class? Who's more likely to trade up, the Wizards or Jazz? What should the Bulls do, period? And Cooper Flagg is the best college prospect since WHO??Plus, Cedric Coward joins to break down his remarkable rise from DIII basketball to NBA draft prospect. Cedric explains what's special about his game, shares lessons learned from his Olympic gold-medalist grandfather, his NBA player comps (including Kawhi Leonard) and what drives his obsession with basketball.(0:53) 23 questions with Jonathan Givony(1:00) Questions 1-5(8:38) Questions 6-10(18:55) Questions 11-15(25:03) Questions 16-20(31:08) Questions 21-23(35:19) Cedric Coward joins(44:58) How would Cedric describe his game?(59:58) Reaction to Luka traded to Lakers(1:02:04) NBA Playoffs breakdown(1:04:49) Best basketball memories(1:08:01) 7 random questions with Cedric Coward

One of the wildest days in NBA history is recapped in full on this edition of the KOC Show. First, the Dallas Mavericks pull off the dang-near-impossible, winning the NBA Draft Lottery with only 1.8% odds! Will Nico Harrison KEEP or TRADE that pick? Don't miss KOC's full Round 1 Mock Draft based on the outcome of a WILD lottery. Plus, Tom Haberstroh joins to discuss the heartbreaking Jayson Tatum injury, and the Knicks taking a commanding 3-1 lead.(0:52) NBA Draft Lottery recap(7:46) Does Flagg fit in Dallas?(12:41) Should NBA change lottery again?(16:38) Draft Lottery winners & losers(34:29) Knicks vs. Celtics Game 4 recap(49:36) Pacers vs. Cavaliers Game 4 recap(54:04) Thunder vs. Nuggets Game 4 recap(59:18) Wolves vs. Warriors series update(1:02:12) KOC's 2025 NBA Mock Draft(1:02:33) Picks 1-5(1:12:55) Picks 6-10(1:21:26) Picks 11-20(1:38:55) Picks 21-30

KOC and Tom Haberstroh react to the Wolves evening their series with the Golden State Warriors at 1-1. Anthony Edwards suffered a bad-looking ankle injury, but miraculously returned for the 2nd half. But does it even matter, as Kevin thinks the Warriors are DONE after this one? PLUS - what team would be the absolute dream landing spot for Cooper Flagg on Monday night's NBA Draft Lottery? The guys preview the Lotto that is just a weekend away! Up next, NBA Skills Coach Drew Hanlen is back on The KOC Show to talk about how his client Chet Holmgren bounced back to have a great Game 2. What did the Oklahoma City Thunder do different on both ends of the floor to completely neutralize Nikola Jokic? Hanlen also works with Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers, calling him "the best passer in the NBA." With the Pacers set to take on the Cavs in Game 3, KOC wants to know, why doesn't he shoot more?? And then, Noa Dalzell and Jack Simone join KOC to break down how the Boston Celtics have fallen into the completely unexpected 0-2 hole vs the underdog New York Knicks. How much of the blame should superstar Jayson Tatum get, and how much of it falls on HC Joe Mazzulla? Find out the answers to all those questions in this awesome KOC Show conversation! (0:22) Tom Haberstroh joins the show(0:33) Wolves beat Steph-less Warriors in Game 2(18:41) NBA Draft Lottery preview(35:33) Drew Hanlen joins the show(36:06) Thunder dominate Nuggets in Game 2(55:10) Pacers take 2-0 lead vs. Cavs(1:11:57) Noa Dalzell & Jack Simone join the show(1:12:32) Celtics blow ANOTHER 20-pt lead to Knicks

Kevin O'Connor was joined by Yahoo's Dan Titus to instantly react to the Golden State Warriors' win over the Houston Rockets in Game 7. Don't miss KOC's thoughts on what he's calling "The Buddy Hield Game." Do the Dubs have a chance to keep the magic rolling in Round 2 against Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves? Plus Dan and Kevin react to the Indiana Pacers' SHOCKING win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on the road. Kevin is now picking Indy to win the series. Speaking of shocking upsets, don't miss Titus explain why the NEW YORK KNICKS have a chance to knock off the Boston Celtics! Plus the guys preview OKC-Denver, but not before tearing the Los Angeles Clippers to shreds. Does Kawhi Leonard deserve some of the blame that James Harden has been getting?(0:42) Warriors beat Rockets in Game 7(14:20) Nuggets beat Clippers in Game 7(22:38) Nuggets vs. Thunder Game 1 preview(30:22) Pacers beat Cavs in conf. semis Game 1(37:33) Celtics vs. Knicks Game 1 preview

On today's episode of The Kevin O'Connor Show, KOC and Tom discuss the 2 best words in sports: Game Seven. Who will walk away the winner in the grueling Denver Nuggets-Los Angeles Clippers series, and will Nikola Jokic fix his late-game struggles? Will we get a Game 7 in Golden State-Houston, too? Jalen Brunson says "goodbye" to the Detroit Pistons as the New York Knicks advance to take on the Boston Celtics. Plus mid-pod Kevin and Tom react to the stunning news that Gregg Popovich would be stepping down from his HC role with the San Antonio Spurs. And lastly, might LeBron James consider returning home (again!) to Cleveland for a final season, poetically season #23? It's all on this news-packed Friday edition of the KOC Show!(1:09) Knicks defeat Pistons in Game 6(16:21) Clippers force Game 7 vs. Nuggets(25:22) Rockets vs. Warriors Game 6 preview(30:09) Could Giannis go to Spurs or Rockets?(40:34) Pacers vs. Cavs semifinals preview(45:37) Gregg Popovich steps down as Spurs HC(49:36) Suns hire Brian Gregory as GM(54:50) Lakers not in ‘championship shape'(57:38) Could LeBron leave LA for Cleveland?

Kevin O'Connor is joined by the one and only Nick Wright of FS1 to put a bow on the Los Angeles Lakers' 2024-25 season. Nick didn't expect things to end so early and abruptly for LeBron James and Luka Doncic, but here we are. Where did things go wrong? Nick thinks you can point at JJ Redick's Head Coaching decisions in the Playoffs, and he's noticing a disturbing pattern emerge with JJ shrinking in big moments. Where does LeBron James go from here; could that be the end of his career? And how do the Lakers move forward, rebuild and trade for the right pieces around Luka? Plus Nick and Kevin hit on every other Playoff series, and even weigh in on the conspiracy surrounding Victor Wembanyama's "real" height.With the NBA Draft Lottery about a week away, KOC has you covered on this 1st Round mock that spans all 30 picks. With the Lottery draft order totally randomized, wait until you see where Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey all wind up.Read KOC's most recent mock draft: https://sports.yahoo.com/nba/draft/(0:39) Nick Wright joins the show(1:10) Wolves knock out Lakers from playoffs(36:47) LeBron's legacy in LA(43:23) Who do Wolves want in conf semis?(45:56) Can Rockets win Game 6?(47:48) Nuggets vs. Clippers Game 6 preview(50:07) Pistons vs. Knicks Game 6 preview(51:47) Can Bucks do anything to keep Giannis?(54:42) How tall is Wemby really??(55:46) Nick disrespecting Evan Mobley?(57:38) KOC's latest 2025 NBA mock draft(58:07) Picks 1-5(1:02:30) Picks 6-10(1:05:51) Picks 11-20(1:13:38) Picks 21-30

Send us a text3 Amigos hit a small con, 2 talk about it. We also check in on our pickups to this point in the year.Music [00:00]Buzz Ad [00:14]Intro [01:10]KOC & Major Keys of 2025 [02:43]Outro [26:07]Please like and subscribe if you'd like to hear more comic talk!(Bi-weekly shows dropping on Wednesday)Social Media:Facebook -  https://www.facebook.com/CBJpodcastTwitter -  https://twitter.com/CbJpod  (@CBJpod)Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cbjpod/  (@CBJpod)Youtube - https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCTDcugHYqAbgjwbdGWbZjnA/Buzzsprout - https://www.buzzsprout.com/1206320Currently listed on Apple, Stitcher, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and many others!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

On today's episode of The Kevin O'Connor Show, KOC is joined by Tom Haberstroh and the guys do a deep-dive on every single series. Do the Los Angeles Clippers have the Nikola Jokic stopper? Did the New York Knicks turn a corner against the Detroit Pistons? Why the physicality of the Houston Rockets-Golden State Warriors series is a bad thing, how Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies would have been better off missing the Playoffs altogether, and Darius Garland's blunt trash talk about Tyler Herro. And why Jayson Tatum's wrist injury is a great thing for Jaylen Brown. The guys give their takes on where every single NBA Playoff matchup stands -- don't miss this episode of the KOC Show!(0:47) Nuggets vs. Clippers Game 3 reaction(12:12) Lakers vs. Wolves Game 3 preview(18:33) Rockets vs. Warriors Game 3 preview(30:25) Pistons vs. Knicks Game 3 reaction(40:13) Bucks vs. Pacers Game 3 preview(52:29) Thunder vs. Grizzlies series update(1:06:45) Celtics vs. Magic series update(1:12:58) Cavs vs. Heat series update

Po Františkovi zostáva stále otvorený dokument o cirkvi, ktorá kráča spolu, tvrdí teológ Miroslav Kocúr. Upriamuje tak pozornosť na poslednú synodu o synodalite, projekt pápeža Bergoglia. „Cesta po ktorej kráčal František, je tu ďalej. Pre nás je to odkaz, že máme úlohu byť v tomto svete autentickí pokračovatelia takéhoto božieho muža“, hovorí Kocúr. Civilný kardinál – jezuita - z latinsko-amerického BuenosAires na necivilnom Petrovom stolci v centre jednej z metropol vyspelého sveta;Duchovný líder vyše miliardy katolíkov, ktorý sa nebál správať „neduchovne“ – vystupovať zo zabehnutých rámcov. Muž v čiernych topánkach, ktorý sa snažil cirkev sťahovať z výšin neba a abstrakcie na zem periférií. Či už perifériu utečencov hynúcich v moriach, chudobných a ľudí bez domova v spoločnostiach ktoré neraz nevedia, čo s nadbytkom. Ale i periférií v samotnej cirkvi.Muž v bielom, ktorý svoje utrpenie obetoval za „svetový mier a bratstvo medzi národmi“, čo sme sa dozvedeli až po jeho smrti. Pápež František a jeho trinásťročný príbeh. Príbeh so svojou Cirkvou, ktorú chcel pre všetkých. I so svetom. Podarila sa mu jej zmena, či priblíženie svetu? „Mňa oslovil tým: Ste na ceste a kráčajte, nezastavujte sa. Lebo keď sa zastavíte, ochoriete“ – Miroslav Kocúr pripomína Františkovo vyjadrenie z jeho návštevy na Slovensku zo Šaštína. „To je v zmysle toho, že kráčajme spolu, prípadne počkajme na tých, čo sú pomalší krok, ťažší dych; neopovrhujme tými, čo majú vyššie tempo“, hovorí. „Cesta po ktorej kráčal František, je tu ďalej. Pre nás je to odkaz, že máme úlohu byť v tomto svete autentickí pokračovatelia takéhoto božieho muža“, uzatvára teológ Miroslav Kocúr. Podcast pripravil Jaroslav Barborák.

"Po Františkovi zostáva stále otvorený dokument o cirkvi, ktorá kráča spolu", tvrdí teológ Miroslav Kocúr. Upriamuje tak pozornosť na poslednú synodu o synodalite, projekt pápeža Bergoglia. „Cesta po ktorej kráčal František, je tu ďalej. Pre nás je to odkaz, že máme úlohu byť v tomto svete autentickí pokračovatelia takéhoto božieho muža“, hovorí Kocúr. Civilný kardinál – jezuita - z latinsko-amerického BuenosAires na necivilnom Petrovom stolci v centre jednej z metropol vyspelého sveta;Duchovný líder vyše miliardy katolíkov, ktorý sa nebál správať „neduchovne“ – vystupovať zo zabehnutých rámcov. Muž v čiernych topánkach, ktorý sa snažil cirkev sťahovať z výšin neba a abstrakcie na zem periférií. Či už perifériu utečencov hynúcich v moriach, chudobných a ľudí bez domova v spoločnostiach ktoré neraz nevedia, čo s nadbytkom. Ale i periférií v samotnej cirkvi.Muž v bielom, ktorý svoje utrpenie obetoval za „svetový mier a bratstvo medzi národmi“, čo sme sa dozvedeli až po jeho smrti. Pápež František a jeho trinásťročný príbeh. Príbeh so svojou Cirkvou, ktorú chcel pre všetkých. I so svetom. Podarila sa mu jej zmena, či priblíženie svetu? „Mňa oslovil tým: Ste na ceste a kráčajte, nezastavujte sa. Lebo keď sa zastavíte, ochoriete“ – Miroslav Kocúr pripomína Františkovo vyjadrenie z jeho návštevy na Slovensku zo Šaštína. „To je v zmysle toho, že kráčajme spolu, prípadne počkajme na tých, čo sú pomalší krok, ťažší dych; neopovrhujme tými, čo majú vyššie tempo“, hovorí. „Cesta po ktorej kráčal František, je tu ďalej. Pre nás je to odkaz, že máme úlohu byť v tomto svete autentickí pokračovatelia takéhoto božieho muža“, uzatvára teológ Miroslav Kocúr. Podcast pripravil Jaroslav Barborák.

Matthew Coller and intern Clay take a look at the mock drafts and Matthew talks about ESPN's Adam Schefter suggesting that the Vikings could be a team for Kirk Cousins as the Falcons look to trade him after the draft. What did KOC say about the backup QB situation in his press conference? Plus answering Vikings fan questions and going through.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kevin O'Connor went into the lab and cooked up his definitive TOP 40 players of the the 2025 NBA Playoffs, in order. Come for the snubs, stay for the controversy. It's KOC's opinion and if you don't like it, let him know in the comments. All 16 NBA Playoff teams are represented in this comprehensive, first-ever Top 40 Postseason Player rankings — and you can only get it on this special edition of The KOC Show!(02:00) - #40-31(16:20) - #30-21(28:35) - #20-11(43:35) - Top 10 Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor Show on your favorite podcast app:

KOC is joined by Esfandiar Baraheni to preview and predict some of the best Round 1 matchups of the 2025 NBA Playoffs, starting with the Golden State Warriors vs. the Houston Rockets, who are fresh off the Dubs advancing out of the Play-In against the Memphis Grizzlies. Will Amen Thompson shut down Steph Curry again?? Don't miss Kevin's prediction for the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves -- as the guys preview what to expect when LeBron James and Luka Doncic take on Anthony Edwards and company. Why Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets vs. Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers could be the best matchup of Round 1.Plus: KOC's got hot takes on Trae Young having "sore loser energy," the Boston Celtics-Orlando Magic Round 1 series, what the Joe Dumars news means for Zion Williamson's future in New Orleans (hint: TRADE time!) and, of course, Kevin goes scorched earth on Nico Harrison's latest boneheaded comments about the Dallas Mavericks. (0:43) Warriors beat Grizzlies Tuesday night(8:24) Warriors vs. Rockets preview(22:32) Magic defeat Hawks on Tuesday(28:15) Magic vs. Celtics preview(33:51) Timberwolves vs. Lakers preview(45:35) Nuggets vs. Clippers preview(58:16) Nico Harrison says ‘defense wins championships'(1:05:15) Pelicans hire Joe Dumars(1:10:43) Damian Lillard out for start of playoffs

Kevin O'Connor is joined by fellow NBA podcaster Andrew Sharp, host of "The Greatest of All Talk"and "Sharp Tech with Stratechery” to preview the Play-In Tournament, as well as the NBA Playoffs. Are the Golden State Warriors too fatigued to make it out of the Play-In, and what version of Jimmy Butler can Steph Curry expect?Why is Andrew picking Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves to knock out Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers. Plus, the biggest question when it comes to each of the contender's chances just before the postseason begins.And don't miss KOC and Sharp reacting to the breaking news that the Phoenix Suns were firing Mike Budenholzer — what could that mean for the future of Devin Booker and Kevin Durant?(0:30) Andrew Sharp joins(1:02) Clippers beat Warriors in OT(14:22) Is this the best Kawhi-Clippers team?(19:07) Can the Denver/Clippers winner beat OKC?(24:46) Lakers vs. Timberwolves preview(31:54) Eastern Conference Playoffs questions & answers(31:56) Which play-in team is most likely to make a run?(33:41) Do the Celtics need Jaylen Brown?(35:52) What do the Cavs need to win?(40:31) Is Cade Cunningham the best player in the DET/NYK series?(44:07) Should Knicks fire Thibs?(49:08) What do the Bucks need out of Damian Lilliard?(50:51) Are we sleeping on the Pacers?(51:43) KOC's 5 favorite Flagg fits(1:02:38) Pelicans fire executive VP Griffin(1:03:00) Suns fire head coach Budenholzer

On the latest episode of the Kevin O'Connor Show, KOC is joined by Tom Haberstroh to reveal his 2024-25 NBA awards ballot. The pair debate all the biggest honors including Nikola Jokic vs. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for MVP and Amen Thompson vs. Draymond Green for DPOY. Plus, is Payton Pritchard the undisputed Sixth Man of the Year? And should Cade Cunningham even be ELIGIBLE for Most-Improved Player considering he was a no. 1 overall draft pick??Later, they recap the Minnesota Timberwolves routing of the Memphis Grizzlies. Anthony Edwards dropped 40+ despite Zach Edey finding his footing for Memphis—could the Wolves find themselves the four seed in the West?(0:35) Timberwolves beat Grizzlies Thursday night(3:12) Updated Western Conference playoff picture(11:11) KOC's NBA awards ballots(11:12) SGA vs. Jokic for MVP?(24:54) Stephon Castle for Rookie of the Year?(34:39) Amen Thompson vs. Draymond Green for DPOY?(50:25) Payton Pritchard for 6th Man of the Year?(54:55) Who should win Coach of the Year?(1:00:11) Cade Cunningham MIP controversy

Kevin O'Connor is joined by Danny Parkins of FS1's "Breakfast Ball" to do a little Spring Cleaning ahead of the NBA Playoffs. Today is 4/09, so Danny and KOC decide to address and tidy up the biggest MESS on each title contender. The Cleveland Cavaliers, Boston Celtics, New York Knicks, and Milwaukee Bucks are discussed in the East, while in the West KOC and Danny "clean up" the Oklahoma City Thunder, Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Lakers, Denver Nuggets, and Minnesota Timberwolves. Plus - the guys offer further analysis, fallout and reasoning from the surprise firing of Nuggets HC Michael Malone.(0:28) Danny Parkins joins the show(1:10) Nuggets fire Malone & Booth(12:21) Luka returns to Dallas Wednesday night(15:38) Title contenders ‘spring cleaning'(16:04) What Cavs need to clean up(20:51) What Celtics need to clean up(26:20) What Thunder need to clean up(30:43) NBA needs to clean up officiating(33:04) What Rockets need to clean up
(37:16) What Timberwolves need to clean up(39:44) What Lakers need to clean up(43:40) What Warriors need to clean up(47:49) What Knicks need to clean up(50:17) What Bucks need to clean up

KOC is joined by Jason Timpf on this episode, which recorded right after the Men's National Championship Game between Florida and Houston went final. They discussed the star players whose NBA Draft stock was impacted in the Final Four (Walter Clayton Jr! LJ Cryer!), and they didn't hold back on the state of college refs. Plus Kevin and Jason dive into the wild, absurd Western Conference playoff picture. Are the Houston Rockets a bona fide threat to win the West? Concerning losses by the Oklahoma City Thunder, Denver Nuggets and Golden State Warriors have Kevin wondering which team should ACTUALLY hit the panic button. Did the New York Knicks get better while Jalen Brunson was sidelined? All that and more on this installment of The KOC show!(1:00) - Florida wins National Championship!(14:10) - Draft stock of Final Four players: Auburn, Duke & more(33:00) - Western conference: Houston Rockets, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers, Oklahoma City Thunder, Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves(1:05:15) - Eastern conference: Indiana Pacers & New York KnicksSubscribe to The Kevin O'Connor Show on your favorite podcast app:

NBA on NBC's play-by-play commentator Noah Eagle joins Kevin O'Connor to discuss all of the fallout from the weekend of hoops, including Kevin Durant's injury and Phoenix getting blown out by Houston. Find out why one of our hosts says Phoenix is "gonna lay down and die... they're done. It's over!" Plus the brawl that took place between the Detroit Pistons and Minnesota Timberwolves got Noah Eagle thinking: what if he got to COMMENTATE a fight? He gives Kevin a hilarious broadcasting "sneak peak" of what that would sound like, and of course it got them both wondering if the "Bad Boys" are officially back. And Atlanta Hawks fans, this is the episode for you! KOC finally admits he was wrong about Zaccharie Risacher who Kevin says, officially, "is NOT a bust." KOC and Noah also hit all of the college hoops fallout from over the weekend, including Elite 8 reactions and a full-blown Final Four preview. It's all on this loaded episode of the KOC Show! (0:36) Noah Eagle joins the show(1:35) Is it over for the Suns?(12:05) Pistons-Timberwolves brawl(24:11) Grizzlies fire Taylor Jenkins(33:05) Risacher shines for Atlanta Hawks(38:55) Walter Clayton Jr. leads Florida to Final Four(43:31) Khaman Maluach & Duke dominate Alabama(47:03) Would you rather: Derik Queen or Khaman Maluach(48:32) Daniel Wolf NBA prospects(55:21) All no. 1 seeds in men's Final Four(57:09) Broome boosts Auburn in victory(59:11) Non-tourney players to watch in NBA Draft(1:07:19) SGA = Michael Jordan?(1:10:08) Will Syracuse MBB ever be elite again? 

KOC is joined by Tom Haberstroh as the guys react to the absolutely unbelievable game-winning buzzer beater from Josh Giddey. LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers lose in devastating fashion (mostly because of LeBron's careless late turnover), and now it has the guys wondering if the Chicago Bulls are BACK?? Plus the Indiana Pacers scored HOW MANY points last night vs the hapless Wizards? And Kev and Tom weigh in on how fun an Indiana-Detroit Pistons First Round matchup would be. Plus Adam Silver's press conference on Thursday covered everything from NBA Expansion in Europe, (and Seattle/Las Vegas), how All-Star Weekend needs to change (again!), and how Tanking can be addressed. And don't miss the guys' thoughts on Cooper Flagg's masterpiece performance vs Arizona that sent them to the Elite 8, along with Coach John Calipari's Arkansas squad blowing a massive lead to Texas Tech, and Alabama's historic night from 3-point land.Then, Thinking Basketball's Ben Taylor joins Kevin O'Connor to discuss the cutting-edge strategies being implemented by the "futuristic" Oklahoma City Thunder. Are the Boston Celtics on that level, too? Plus, Ben is blown away by what he's seeing from LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers, he just wonders if they'll be able to keep it up over the course of the Playoffs. And Ben weighs on why so many fans complain about the volume of 3-pointers being shot in today's "modern" NBA, and how the league may need to address it. (1:05) Lakers lose on Bulls buzzer-beater(6:28) Pacers put up 162 pts on Wizards(9:34) Current Eastern Conference playoff matchups(12:01) Adam Silver comments on NBA expansion(18:34) Silver admits All-Star game missed the mark(23:46) Could NIL in college hoops end NBA tanking?(35:32) Cooper Flagg shines in Duke win vs. Arizona(39:31) Texas Tech rallies back to beat Arkansas(44:55) Alabama shoots record 3's vs. BYU(48:18) Ben Taylor of Thinking Basketball joins(48:59) Are Celtics title favorites?(56:28) Draymond Green deserving DPOY favorite?(1:02:25) Is Camara a modern-day Pippen?(1:08:40) 2024 NBA re-draft(1:12:01) A Thinking Basketball video on Bronny?(1:13:28) Assessment of Lakers recent skid(1:22:55) Banchero bounces back(1:23:01) Modern vs. ‘old school' NBA

Kevin O'Connor reunites with Chris Vernon on the latest episode of The Kevin O'Connor Show, delivering 10 semi-bold predictions for the NBA season's remainder and the NBA Draft. KOC and Verno kick off sharing discontent with the Memphis Grizzlies' performance and speculate that both the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder and Cleveland Cavaliers might miss the NBA Finals.The guys also suggest that a healthy Kawhi Leonard may make a dangerous run in the NBA Playoffs, that Chicago's Josh Giddey could be in line for a huge payday this offseason and Verno goes off on the league, predicting that massive competitive balance changes will come this offseason to address tanking and star players resting.Finally, the pair close out with two NBA draft-themed predictions coming out of the ongoing NCAA tournament.[Join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Baseball league for the 2025 MLB season](2:30) - Memphis will miss the playoffs(11:05) - CLE & OKC will miss NBA Finals(17:05) - OKC sweeps their first-round series(21:35) - LAC wins at least 3 playoff games(26:15) - Josh Giddey becomes $100 million man(30:25) - Dame/Giannis duo will fail & Milwaukee cleans house(38:45) - NBA enacts sweeping competitive balance changes to appease TV partners(52:20) - Nique Clifford is a lottery pick this June(56:50) - Boogie Fland is drafted as a first rounder

Kevin O'Connor is joined by Tom Haberstroh to answer 14 big NBA questions at the moment: Is Austin Reaves the modern day Manu Ginobili? Is Giannis' legacy taking a major hit this season? Could "Skinny Kawhi" help the Clippers go on an improbable Playoff run? Plus the guys talk Nikola Jokic and whether the Denver Nuggets' big man is seriously injured, the concern level surrounding the Cleveland Cavaliers after suffering a 3rd straight loss, who will get the 10-seed between the Phoenix Suns and Portland Trail Blazers, the Boston Celtics being sold for a record amount of money, the Houston Rockets' 8-game win streak and which East sleeper goes on the deeper run between the Indiana Pacers and Detroit Pistons. All this and more on this monster 14-pack of NBA questions KOC needs you to think about. (0:40) Are the Clippers formidable with Kawhi ‘back?'(5:41) Concerned for Cavaliers?(9:23) Reaves steps up for Lakers(15:36) Can Phoenix hang on to the 10 seed?(19:58) Anthony Davis nearing a return(22:30) Are Warriors still top-tier title contenders?(25:26) 21 stars did not play Wednesday(31:10) Nuggets struggle without Jokic(34:03) Who's to blame for Bucks failures?(40:28) Celtics sold for $6.1 billion(45:26) Who can make a deeper run: Pacers or Pistons?(49:12) Where should Amen Thompson play for Rockets?(51:27) What's wrong with the Grizzlies?(53:28) NCAA Tourney predictions(55:52) Favorite mid-lottery prospects Want to compete against KOC and the entire Yahoo Sports crew in this year's NCAA tournaments? Enter the Men's and Women's contests to claim the ultimate bragging rights.Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor Show on your favorite podcast app:

Kevin O'Connor and Mark Titus unveil their first-ever March Madness NBA Prospect Draft! Mark says the #1 overall player on both offense and defense in the coming NBA Draft is Cooper Flagg, which has both guys realizing the Duke phenom compares to football's 2-way stud, Travis Hunter. Mark drafts a full 5-man starting lineup of prospects participating in March Madness, including a 6th Man. Kevin then drafts his 5-man starting lineup including the 1st guy off his bench. Some of the names they discuss: Jase Richardson (Michigan State), VJ Edgecombe (Baylor), Kon Knueppel (Duke), Derik Queen (Maryland), Jeremiah Fears (Oklahoma), and more. Plus both guys weigh in on the disappointment of Rutgers not being in The Tournament, which means America misses out on getting to see the brilliant play of both Ace Bailey and Dylan Harper (boo!)And then, 14-year NBA veteran Marcus Morris did NOT hold back in his debut appearance on the KOC Show, going absolutely scorched earth on Daryl Morey -- "I don't trust Daryl Morey!" Marcus explains his disdain for the Philadelphia 76ers' VP of Basketball Operations in this MUST-watch sitdown interview. Plus Marcus takes Kevin behind the scenes of how he found out his brother Markieff was traded with Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. Morris also believes the Oklahoma City Thunder could be upset by the Los Angeles Clippers in the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, and explains why the Cleveland Cavaliers won't get by the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference Finals. (0:27) - Mark Titus joins(2:08) - Titus' NBA draft prospect locks(33:45) - Ace Bailey & Dylan Harper miss March Madness(37:30) - KOC's NBA draft prospect gambles(1:06:25) - Marcus Morris joins

Let the NBA Draft Lottery tanking COMMENCE! De'Aaron Fox of the San Antonio Spurs, out for the year. Paul George, likely done for the year. The Mavs, well they're not TRYING to tank but it's happening anyway because DuMont and Nico Harrison's respective visions for the Dallas Mavericks continue to blow up in their face. The Miami Heat, we can't tell if they're tanking or just plain stink. The Utah Jazz are tanking in plain sight (and getting fined for it). But there's plenty of good too -- Tom Haberstroh tells Kevin O'Connor that the Golden State Warriors are officially a "top-tier" title contender, right up there with the Cavs, Thunder and Celtics. It's all on this fresh new episode of The KOC Show.Plus, former NBA star Gordon Hayward joins Kevin O'Connor to break down Cooper Flagg's injury, and what this could mean for #1-ranked Duke's immediate future with The Tournament looming. Hayward explains how after he saw the Flagg injury, the first thing he thought of was his own gruesome ankle injury. KOC and Gordon also talk about which players for Duke will now need to step up, including Kon Knueppel. Gordon also reacts to his alma mater Butler losing on Thursday to #6 St. John's. (1:28) NBA teams beginning to tank(1:59) Utah Jazz fined(2:35) San Antonio Spurs tanking?(3:50) Philadelphia 76ers tanking?(7:26) Miami Heat tanking?(10:47) Are teams tanking for Cooper Flagg?(13:22) Portland Trail Blazers are NOT tanking(20:49) Mikal Bridges comments on ‘minutes'(27:41) DuMont comments on Luka trade(35:47) Golden State Warriors title contenders?(43:43) Minnesota Timberwolves title contenders?(52:33) Why incentives matter in NBA postseason(58:17) Gordon Hayward joins the show Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor Show on your favorite podcast app:

 Did Sam Darnold just RESET the middle class quarterback market; Why the Seahawks are giving Darnold a good deal; The disrespect for Darnold is still palpable; Where will free agnet WR Cooper Kupp land; Did the NFC North get better or did the Chicago Bears overpay for free agents; Did Daniel Jones make a mistake leaving KOC rehbatiliation early and more on Purple Dayils NFL Takes.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

 Did Sam Darnold just RESET the middle class quarterback market; Why the Seahawks are giving Darnold a good deal; The disrespect for Darnold is still palpable; Where will free agnet WR Cooper Kupp land; Did the NFC North get better or did the Chicago Bears overpay for free agents; Did Daniel Jones make a mistake leaving KOC rehbatiliation early and more on Purple Dayils NFL Takes.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this edition of The Kevin O'Connor Show, KOC welcomes in Steve Jones Jr. to help him break down the chaos of the NBA at the moment. The Nuggets and Thunder split their back-to-back, but KOC feels like an MVP may have emerged. More importantly, what did he and Steve learn about both teams? Can Denver be trusted to turn it on this postseason, and is Jalen Williams a viable #2 option on a Championship contender? Speaking of contenders, the Milwaukee Bucks' chances of going on a deep run are thoroughly dissected. Winless against the East's top teams, does anyone believe in Giannis Antetokounmpo and company? Will the Cleveland Cavaliers ever lose again? Would Cooper Flagg really stay one more year at Duke? And don't worry Atlanta Hawks fans, KOC is finally ready to talk Zaccharie Risacher.(00:40) - Takeaways from Thunder-Nuggets series(14:05) - Grizzlies def. Suns 120-118(25:30) - Cavs on 14-game win streak(36:15) - Do Bucks still have a shot this season?(42:10) - How LeBron and Amen Thompson's injuries affect the playoff picture(49:00) - Rookie Report: The French Guys (& Cooper Flagg)

Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh dive into the Lakers' thrilling overtime victory against the Knicks in this episode of The Kevin O'Connor Show. How concerned should Knicks fans be about Jalen Brunson's ankle injury, and does Thibs deserve any blame for the star guard's usage down the stretch? Plus, the OT heroics of Luka Doncic prove yet again why Nico Harrison made "the dumbest trade" in the history of sports.Plus KOC and Tom rank the current Western Conference Play-In picture teams currently seeded from #6-through-#12. How awesome would it be to get a Golden State Warriors vs Los Angeles Lakers series in Round 1 of the Playoffs? Speaking of the Dubs, the guys break down Draymond Green's foot-in-mouth comments about Karl-Anthony Towns missing the Knicks-Warriors game. And their hilarious recap of the Charles Barkley vs Kendrick Perkins "media feud" that took place on social media Thursday night.Later, 2025's #1 recruit and BYU commit AJ Dybantsa sits down with KOC to talk his greatest inspirations, why he plays basketball, his expectations for the NBA and much more.(00:45) - KOC's West Play-In power rankings(25:20) - Do NBA coaches need to experiment more?(31:30) - Jalen Brunson suffers ankle injury(36:00) - NBA media drama: Draymond & KAT, Charles Barkley & Kendrick Perkins(42:25) - Best restaurants in Portland(47:00) - AJ Dybantsa on life & basketball

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, Derrick Bell joins to discuss the possibility of the team pursuing Sam Darnold. How much concern should there be about his fit outside of KOC's system, with less playmakers and what does he do well that he could bring to Arthur Smith's offense? We also touch on the defensive line free agent group and who could be an addition there and what cornerbacks make for the best fit in free agency. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I've got a lot on my mind watching the NBA as of late, and on this pod I'm unleashing some of those takes. Some are hot. Others are mild. After opening with some thoughts on the Phoenix Suns and Philadelphia 76ers, I brought on three guests to discuss the rest. Jared Weiss, who covers the NBA for The Athletic, talked Boston Celtics, Cleveland Cavaliers and Denver Nuggets. Then Legend Of Winning came on to discuss the Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers, before Bryce Simon made his second appearance to talk Detroit Pistons and some NBA Draft.(00:30) - Devin Booker needs to request a trade(2:20) - NBA should change the play-in rules(4:50) - Celtics are still the favorites in the East(18:35) - Nuggets need to play their young guys(21:05) - Lakers are best-equipped team to take out OKC(44:00) - James Harden needs to adapt(54:25) - LOW calls out KOC's dunk contest takes(1:02:05) - Could the Pistons win a playoff series?(1:22:15) - NBA draft takes: Jase Richardson & Danny Wolf

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap the biggest winners and losers from the combine this weekend in Indianapolis, as well as Deebo Samuel getting traded to the Commanders for a 5th round pick, and what other rumors are circulating around the NFL. Joining the progrum is Super Bowl Champion, 2017 AP Coach of the Year, Head Coach of the Los Angeles Rams, Sean McVay to chat about the Matthew Stafford situation, his football career, how much he's thought about getting into the media, his coaching tree and having to replace coaches every year, and much more. Later, NFL Offensive Player of the Year, 4x All-Pro, 4x Pro Bowler, arguably the best WR in the NFL, Vikings WR Justin Jefferson joins the show to chat about his new invite only WR camp, Flight School, who he thinks is going to the QB in Minnesota next year and if he cares who it's going to be, what's in the water in Louisiana to produce all these unbelievable WR's, why he has such a great temperament, his relationship with KOC, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After yet another night of Stephortless Brongevity, Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh are wondering if Father Time has lost his powers. Steph Curry drops 56 (including 12 threes!) vs. the hapless Orlando Magic, and LeBron James continues to rewrite the history books after a 3-and-D clinic vs the Minnesota Timberwolves. All of that "Face of the League" talk can be quieted, as KOC and Tom point out that these two might STILL be in their primes. Speaking of the "face of the league" comments from King James, Kevin and Tom agree -- the way the national media covers the game right now is STALE.Also on this episode of The KOC Show: the Denver Nuggets fell to the Milwaukee Bucks and the guys think THE BLAME GAME is about to fall squarely on Russell Westbrook. Uh oh. Plus, the season of misery continues for the Phoenix Suns. They fell to the New Orleans Pelicans and Zion Williamson, who logged his first triple-double -- maybe thanks to Zion's new tattoo? Plus Kevin and Tom hit the streaking Detroit Pistons, the surging Portland Trailblazers, pay homage to Gregg Popovich, and discuss Paul George's temporary leave from podcasting life. (0:48) Steph drops 56 pts on Magic(19:50) Bucks defeat Nuggets at home(29:19) Lakers take down Timberwolves(37:53) LeBron on being “face of the league”(43:29) Zion's new tattoo(50:53) Suns lose to struggling Pelicans(58:02) Anthony Edwards double technical(1:01:32) Popovich won't return this season(1:03:32) Paul George breaks from podcasting(1:04:07) Blazers recent success(1:06:51) Can Pistons make run in playoffs? Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor Show on your favorite podcast app:

Did Minnesota Vikings make a controversial hire in assistant offensive line coach in Keith Carter; The new 4th-and-12 in place of the onside kick in the UFL is a great idea; Kirk Cousins and the Alanta Falcons are lying; The Cleveland Browns continue to be buffoons; Will the Packers trade CB Jaire Alexander; Plus the next QB to enter KOC rehabilitation and more on NFL Takes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Did Minnesota Vikings make a controversial hire in assistant offensive line coach in Keith Carter; The new 4th-and-12 in place of the onside kick in the UFL is a great idea; Kirk Cousins and the Alanta Falcons are lying; The Cleveland Browns continue to be buffoons; Will the Packers trade CB Jaire Alexander; Plus the next QB to enter KOC rehabilitation and more on NFL Takes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are you tossing and turning at night thinking about all the unanswered questions going on in the NBA right now with just 6 weeks left in the regular season? Kevin O'Connor is dealing with some BAD insomnba, which is like insomnia — just way worse. KOC is tormented wondering if the Suns could actually MISS the Play-In. No way... right? Is the Joel Embiid Era in Philadelphia finally over? Will the New York Knicks problems be fixed with the return of Mitchell Robinson, or will they continue to REGRET the Mikal Bridges trade? Is Paolo Banchero even good?!? Are the Cleveland Cavaliers now built to OVERCOME the Boston Celtics? Will Ja Morant ever return to his old form in the Memphis Grizzlies new-look offense? Was Kevin dumb for thinking the Golden State Warriors should have blown it up? As you can see, it is a BAD case of insomnba. Counting sheep hasn't helped, but voicing his concerns on this episode of The Kevin O'Connor Show might do the trick.(00:25) - Do I regret suggesting GSW blow it up?(3:20) - Will small ball benefit the Los Angeles Lakers?(5:30) - Can Ja find himself in Memphis' new-look O?(7:30) - Are the Phoenix Suns about to miss the play-in?(27:45) - Is Paolo Banchero actually any good?(30:25) - Is it worth holding onto hope for the Milwaukee Bucks?(32:25) - Can new-look Cavs perform better vs. Boston?(33:15) - Does Mitchell Robinson complete the Knicks?(53:00) - Who's going to start tanking?(56:20) - Is the Joel Embiid era over in Philly?

From role player to STUD, Trey Murphy's individual ascent this season surprised even himself. The Pelicans' superstar-in-the-making shares how he went from doubting himself to now KNOWING why he belongs. Trey kept it real on why his New Orleans Pelicans team started the year so poorly. Kevin asks Murphy to fill-in-the-blank: Zion Williamson is a top __ player in the NBA right now? That answer will surprise you. Plus with Trey being the most UNDER-APPRECIATED, unheralded star in the NBA, KOC asks Trey to pick a "starting 5" of the most underrated players in the NBA right now. You will never guess who's on his list. Trey also weighs in on what Draymond Green of the Golden State Warriors said about the NBA becoming "boring." how the Oklahoma City Thunder are so hard to beat, his personal reaction to the Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade, and much more.(0:49) Draymond Green comments on NBA(1:33) Why Trey Murphy loves ball(2:26) Assessment of Orlando Magic(5:16) Assessment of Detroit Pistons(6:01) Murphy's development & improvements(13:53) Under-appreciated NBA players(20:41) Luka - AD trade reactions(21:17) How can Murphy become an All-Star?(23:27) Zion Williams impact on Pelicans(25:49) Pelicans struggles this season(30:48) Assessment of Oklahoma City Thunder(34:20) Assessment of Denver Nuggets(35:08) Toughest places to play in NBA(40:34) Current state of the NBA(45:41) Kobe's influence on Trey Murphy(48:27) Call of Duty & gaming Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor Show on your favorite podcast app:

Kevin O'Connor spared no one from a total evisceration of the NBA All-Star Weekend, especially the new Sunday night game format. Why did TNT make the night more about themselves than the players? How did Commissioner Adam Silver allow an All-Star Weekend in San Francisco without Steph Curry in the 3-point contest? How is Kevin supposed to be excited about a "G-Leaguer" that "only uses props" in the Slam Dunk contest? KOC loves LeBron but says he's to blame as well for pulling out of the All-Star Game last-minute! EVERYTHING All-Star is a mess according to Kevin and Dan Titus. The guys also break down the several weird sound bytes from Draymond Green, including he and Jimmy Butler both being "alpha" personalities, Dray's prediction that the Warriors will win the title THIS season, and Green allegedly "turning down" the Warriors' Head Coaching position in the future once Steve Kerr retires.0:22 - Team Shaq Wins 41-25! MVP: Steph Curry (2nd ASG MVP)2:16 - Was Wemby Impressive? Injected energy into Team Chuck3:40 - New Format vs. East vs. West – Which one's better?5:35 - Charles Barkley vs. Draymond – Did Dray's generation ruin the NBA?6:52 - How To Fix All-Star Weekend – KOC & Dan's ideas9:41 - Giannis' Big Idea – Team USA vs. World + Global ASG Cities12:20 - Mac McClung 3-Peats in the Dunk Contest17:49 - Draymond on Butler & GSW's Title Chances19:08 - Did Draymond Turn Down Future GSW HC Job? Serious or trolling?21:08 - Fantasy Basketball Breakout Players w/ Dan Titus26:36 - More Fantasy Pickups – Who's worth adding?

All 30 NBA teams are ranked by tier in this episode of the Kevin O'Connor Show. Heading into All-Star Weekend, which FOUR teams are "The Favorites" according to Kevin (and who's #1)? Which 3 teams does KOC view as "Contender...ish?" Next up, there's the "RESPECT YOUR ELDERS" category, the "SOMETHING IS MISSING" bucket, and then the dreaded "GRIPPING THE ELECTRICAL CORD" tier. Rounding out the rest of the league: the "League Pass Darlings" and unfortunately, the bottom tier: "POOP FOR COOPER" Flagg. All 30 teams fit into one of those categories, and KOC ranks them ALL here.Plus Tom Haberstroh stops by for an unexpectedly HEATED debate about "Old Man Chris Paul!" Why KOC thinks the San Antonio Spurs are tanking in broad daylight, why the Philadelphia 76ers' Paul George looks like "Khris Middleton but with $100 Million owed to him" and how Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic are playing some of the best 2-man basketball the NBA has EVER SEEN.(00:35) - Poop for Cooper tier(9:00) - League Pass darlings tier(15:05) - Gripping the electrical cord tier(18:30) - Something's missing tier(23:35) - Respect your elders tier(26:20) - Contender-ish tier(30:55) - The favorites tier(38:20) - Buy Denver as a legit contender?(49:55) - Donovan Clingan sleeper for ROTY?(52:20) - Are the Spurs quiet tanking?(57:20) - Concern for Los Angeles Lakers in loss to Utah?(1:04:30) - Bol Bol surging(1:06:50) - Any hope left for the 76ers?

Matthew Coller talks about a tweet of a KOC quote that set the internet ablaze... even if the quote wasn't quite right. But let's talk about it anyway Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell said WHAT about Sam Darnold; Plus other feedback on KOC winning Coach of the Year; Bill Belichick and his love life; Vikings feedback on JJ McCarthy; Why the Vikings regressing from 14 wins isn't a bad thing; Should the Vikings trade or keep WR Jordan Addison; Plus more Vikings feedback on Purple Daily and a snake draft of the week on the best Super Bowl Foods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell said WHAT about Sam Darnold; Plus other feedback on KOC winning Coach of the Year; Bill Belichick and his love life; Vikings feedback on JJ McCarthy; Why the Vikings regressing from 14 wins isn't a bad thing; Should the Vikings trade or keep WR Jordan Addison; Plus more Vikings feedback on Purple Daily and a snake draft of the week on the best Super Bowl Foods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matthew Coller talks about a tweet of a KOC quote that set the internet ablaze... even if the quote wasn't quite right. But let's talk about it anyway Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hawk shares some amazing audio from his past life as a rock star, the guys talk about the latest Vikings news including J.J. McCarthy sounding just like KOC

Hawk shares some amazing audio from his past life as a rock star, the guys talk about the latest Vikings news including J.J. McCarthy sounding just like KOC

Hawk has the news featuring some more airline incidents, the Luka Doncic discussion continues, Ben and Muss comment on the latest Vikings news including KOC's rumored contract

Hawk has the news featuring some more airline incidents, the Luka Doncic discussion continues, Ben and Muss comment on the latest Vikings news including KOC's rumored contract