The Kevin O'Connor Show

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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.

  1. 1D AGO

    Jokic dominates, Thunder surge & Draymond calls out KOC + NFL talk with Field Yates

    Kevin O’Connor welcomes Tom Haberstroh to discuss Jokic’s historic 55-point night against the Clippers and the impact of Bradley Beal’s injury for LA. Next, they break down the Thunder's defensive masterclass, detailing their victory over the Lakers. The Thunder now boast a 12-1 record, but can they realistically win 70 games this season? Later, KOC & Tom break down Steph Curry’s 46-point game against the Spurs and Draymond Green’s impressive night holding Wemby to 2/10 with multiple turnovers. In a dramatic twist, Draymond and KOC get into a heated exchange via Threads over Kevin’s analysis of Podz’s comment that he hopes to be better than Steph one day. Plus, Tom shares his top picks for who will replace Nico Harrison and KOC gives his top Rookie of the Year candidates so far this season. (0:38) Jokic scores 55 in Nuggets win (7:03) Bradley Beal out for the season (11:07) Thunder beat Lakers 121-92 (21:39) Warriors get win vs. Spurs (25:04) Draymond Green comes at KOC online (37:27) Nico Harrison fired as Mavs GM (53:44) Are Kings planning to rebuild? (56:48) Way-too-early ROTY picks (1:00:08) Silver linings for bad teams (1:06:01) NFL Six Points! with Field Yates Subscribe to The Kevin O’Connor Show on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

    1h 39m

  2. 4D AGO

    PeeWeeDaPlug on Nico’s future, Magic mediocrity & Fox’s debut + James Barlowe joins Draft Class

    Kevin O’Connor is joined by Pierre Andresen, aka PeeWeeDaPlug, to discuss the current state of the Dallas Mavericks and if their disappointing 3-7 start will lead to Nico Harrison being fired. They also react to De’Aaron Fox’s return from injury for the Spurs and ask if San Antonio can truly be a title contender when they’re firing on all cylinders. Speaking of firing, with the Orlando Magic struggling despite high expectations, the pair debates whether head coach Jamahl Mosley is truly on the hot seat or if the Orlando players are primarily responsible in this blame game. Later, KOC is joined by James Barlowe to take a look at some of the top prospects for the 2026 NBA Draft. They spotlight standout performances from Koa Peat, AJ Dybantsa, Neoklis Avdalas, Cameron Carr and more. (1:30) Nico Harrison likely to be fired by Mavs (8:21) De'Aaron Fox returns to Spurs lineup (19:45) Rockets mount 4th quarter comeback vs. Bucks (29:38) State of the Phoenix Suns (41:53) Chicago Bulls lose 3 of last 4 games (45:40) Where does Paul George fit on 76ers roster now? (52:12) Is Jamahl Mosley on the hot seat in Orlando? (1:04:32) Draft Class with James Barlowe Subscribe to The Kevin O’Connor Show on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

    1h 41m

  3. NOV 6

    Memphis a mess, Houston’s high-power offense & the Dallas downfall continues + Donovan Mitchell on latest NBA trends

    Kevin O’Connor welcomes Tom Haberstroh back to the podcast to unpack the top stories in the NBA this week, starting with Ja Morant & Memphis as they speculate whether the Grizzlies should trade Ja and what they ought to get for him in return if they do. The duo breaks down Minnesota’s flaws, especially their defensive collapse without Rudy Gobert and analyze whether the Timberwolves’ current roster construction has hit a ceiling. KOC & Tom also talk Houston’s offensive surge, Portland ending OKC’s unbeaten run and Detroit’s surprising two-big experiment. Later in the show, Kevin gets a surprise appearance from disgruntled Mavs fan Slightly Biased, who details his frustrations as Dallas struggles without Luka Doncic. Plus, Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell joins the show to talk about how he’s improving his game, the impactful addition of Lonzo Ball to the Cavs and the latest trends in the NBA. (0:31) What should Memphis do with Ja Morant? (8:11) Can Timberwolves really contend? (15:21) Is Houston's offense for real? (21:35) Trail Blazers end OKC's winning streak (28:26) Time for Jaylen Brown to go bald? (32:55) Walker Kessler out for the season (36:09) Pistons playing with two bigs (42:50) Way-too-early MVP picks (45:26) Ayton shines in Lakers win (48:09) We need more Wemby on national TV (53:17) Slightly Biased on the Dallas Mavs (1:12:54) Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell joins Subscribe to The Kevin O’Connor Show on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

    1h 24m

  4. NOV 3

    Ja Morant drama, small sample takeaways + college basketball prospects to watch with Jason Timpf and Jeff Goodman

    Kevin O’Connor is joined by Jason Timpf of Hoops Tonight to discuss Ja Morant’s one game suspension. Is it time to panic about Ja’s future with Memphis, or should the organization continue to exercise patience with Morant? The duo also breaks down how the Suns stalled Wemby with double teams as they handed the Spurs their first loss of the season. Plus, is it possible that the undefeated Oklahoma City Thunder could win 70 games this season? Later, KOC is joined by Jeff Goodman from The Field of 68 to preview the 2025-26 college hoops season and share his players to watch ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft. (0:22) Jason Timpf joins the show (1:07) Small Sample Theater (22:05) Panic or Patience? (48:40) The Lineup Lab (1:04:07) College basketball preview with Jeff Goodman Subscribe to The Kevin O’Connor Show on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

    1h 41m

  5. OCT 30

    NBA ‘Trick or Treat’ with Adam Mares

    Kevin O'Connor welcomes Adam Mares for a rapid-fire ‘Trick or Treat’ Halloween special. From Austin Reaves’ breakout start for the Lakers to the Pelicans’ locker room woes, Adam and KOC determine which teams and trends are merely illusions and which are genuine treats.  The pair breaks down Jonathan Kuminga’s impressive start for Golden State, Miami’s innovative offense and why Paolo Banchero may not be the right star for Orlando’s future. Plus, is the full-court press revolution here to stay? (0:42) Austin Reaves All-NBA? (4:22) Winless NBA teams (8:47) Jamal Murray’s best season yet? (10:23) Miami’s new offense (16:53) Can Bulls & 76ers really contend? (24:29) Magic struggle to start season (30:08) Has Kuminga figured it out with GSW? (34:04) Full-court press popularity (39:02) Can stars maintain their current stat lines? (43:08) Is Kon Knueppel the new Klay Thompson? (47:16) Jazz 2-2 to start season (49:19) Cam Johnson, David Adelman & Nuggets (53:07) NBA Cup begins Friday Subscribe to The Kevin O’Connor Show on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

    1 hr

  6. OCT 27

    T-Wolves PG problems, rise of the full court press + more NBA week 1 reactions with Dane Moore

    Kevin O'Connor is joined by Dane Moore, host of the Dane Moore NBA Show, to dig into the Timberwolves' complicated point guard situation and the team's shifting identity in a stacked Western Conference. Recorded before the news of Anthony Edwards' hamstring injury, Kevin & Dane react to his evolving role as a potential lead guard with Julius Randle acting as an offensive hub. Plus, why is Minnesota’s defensive rating sliding in non-Gobert minutes? The pair also react to the Lakers stellar start to the season, powered by outstanding performances from Luka Doncic, Deandre Ayton & Austin Reaves. Elsewhere in the NBA, the Pacers deal with an overwhelming amount of injuries as they start the season 0-3 and the Trail Blazers step up their full-court press. (0:34) Early impressions of Timberwolves (22:06) Pacers start season 0-3 (24:52) Lakers stars shine even without LeBron (30:11) Trail Blazers defensive improvements (32:30) League-wide increase of full-court press (47:13) KOC’s week 1 reactions Subscribe to The Kevin O’Connor Show on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

    1 hr

  7. OCT 23

    Wemby’s special game, NBA betting scandal + opening night reactions with Kirk Henderson, Spike Eskin & Jonathan Macri

    Kevin O’Connor is joined Spike Eskin to discuss VJ Edgecombe’s incredible rookie debut for the Philadelphia 76ers in their win over the Boston Celtics and debate whether Sixers fans should be concerned about Joel Embiid. Kevin is then joined by Kirk Henderson to unpack Victor Wembanyama’s dominant performance against the Dallas Mavericks and ask what's going wrong with Dallas’ current lineup. KOC reacts to the news that Terry Rozier, Chauncey Billups and at least 30 others were arrested by the FBI on allegations of illegal gambling. Later, Jonathan Macri joins the show to talk the Knicks first win of the Mike Brown era against the Cleveland Cavaliers. (0:16) Kirk Henderson on Mavs loss to Spurs (16:42) Rozier, Billups & other arrested (20:35) Spike Eskin on 76ers victory vs. Celtics (43:47) Jonathan Macri on Knicks win vs. Cavs Subscribe to The Kevin O’Connor Show on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

    1h 12m

  8. OCT 22

    Rockets-Thunder OT thriller, Lakers look lackluster vs. Warriors + Ace Bailey on his role in Utah

    Kevin O’Connor welcomes Andrew Sharp to break down the NBA’s opening night action. From the double-overtime Rockets-Thunder thriller and SGA’s game-winning free throw to standout performances by Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson, the duo examine early trends and dynasty potential in Oklahoma City. Kevin and Andrew also spotlight Lakers-Warriors, questioning Deandre Ayton’s usage and what LeBron James’ odd body language on the bench might mean for his future in LA. Then, Utah Jazz rookie Ace Bailey joins the show to break down his game, from implementing dribble-handoff sets to why he wants to perfect the mid-post. Ace talks learning reads, modeling his game after Kevin Durant, embracing life in Utah and his rookie goals. (0:34) Rockets vs. Thunder recap (21:16) Warriors vs. Lakers recap (42:44) NBA on NBC (1:08:44) Ace Bailey joins the show Subscribe to The Kevin O’Connor Show on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

    1h 26m
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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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