The Kevin O'Connor Show

Kevin O’Connor shares 10 thoughts on the NBA from this weekend of Conference Finals games. Have the San Antonio Spurs figured out Shai Gilgeous-Alexander? Is Chet Holmgren nervous to play against Victor Wembanyama? What’s next for this pathetic Cleveland Cavaliers team?

Then, KOC discusses the Washington Wizards’ interest in Giannis Antetokounmpo and exposes a massive oversight regarding the NBA’s proposed 3-2-1 lottery system.

Later, potential top-10 NBA draft pick Kingston Flemings joins the show. Kingston shares how his game mirrors stars like Tyrese Maxey and De'Aaron Fox, updates on the evolution of his floater, explains why defense is non-negotiable in today’s NBA and more.

(0:32) Spurs even series vs. Thunder

(14:32) Knicks one win from NBA Finals

(23:18) Would Wizards trade for Giannis?

(25:42) NBA’s oversight with 3-2-1 lottery proposal

(34:31) Kingston Flemings joins the show

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Kevin O’Connor and Tom Haberstroh recap Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the San Antonio Spurs. Are OKC’s adjustments enough to deter Victor Wembanyama? Is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander really flopping on every shot?

Then, KOC and Tom go to the epic collapse from the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the New York Knicks.

Plus, the pair discuss recent developments in the NBA outside of the playoffs including Tim Connelly's comments on the Wolves & Jason Kidd being let go as Mavs head coach.

(0:41) Thunder even series vs. Spurs

(32:25) Cavs @ Knicks Game 2 preview

(42:19) Offseason update: Minnesota TImberwolves

(53:47) Offseason update: Dallas Mavericks

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Kevin O’Connor and The Ringer’s J. Kyle Mann rave about Victor Wembanyama's ridiculous Game 1 performance vs. OKC and look forward to the NBA Draft.

First, KOC recaps Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Then the pair deep dives into the 2026 NBA Draft prospects to see if anyone in the upcoming class could potentially slow down Wembanyama.

(0:40) Wemby's incredible Game 1 performance vs. OKC

(16:11) J. Kyle Mann talks Wembanyama

(23:30) Which NBA Draft prospects can challenge Wemby?

(32:38) Is Giannis the solution to stopping Wembanyama?

(41:01) Why Dybantsa, Peterson & Boozer all have No. 1 cases

 

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Kevin O’Connor is joined by NCAA Champion Michigan’s head coach Dusty May and Motor City Hoops’ Bryce Simon to discuss the NBA Playoffs and look ahead to the NBA Draft.

KOC and Bryce discuss the Detroit Pistons’ Game 7 collapse and what Detroit could’ve done differently this season. Then, they look into prospects projected in the 20-30s range Detroit could consider in the Draft.

Then, Dusty May and KOC break down the top prospects coming from the championship Michigan squad. Also, they preview the epic Thunder-Spurs Western Conference Finals series.

(1:00) Detroit eliminated from Playoffs

(20:37) Pelicans hire Jamahl Mosley

(22:51) Eastern Conference Finals preview

(36:35) Draft prospects in the 20-30s

(43:08) Dusty May on Yaxel Lendeborg

(55:03) Dusty May on Aday Mara

(1:01:25) Dusty May on Morez Johnson

(1:07:49) Underrated NBA Draft prospects

(1:11:33) Western Conference Finals preview

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Kevin O’Connor & Tom Haberstroh break down the Cavaliers’ wild overtime win over the Pistons and how Detroit’s offense fell apart under Cleveland's defensive pressure. They also dive into Victor Wembanyama’s incredible Playoff performance and debate if Minnesota has any hope left in their series. 

Kevin and Tom offer their opinions on Daryl Morey being fired as the 76ers GM and spotlight rising NBA Draft prospects from the Combine, including Cameron Carr, Aday Mara & more.

 

(1:09) Cavs take series lead vs. Pistons in OT win

(22:44) Wolves have no answer for Wemby

(36:53) 76ers fire GM Daryl Morey

(48:02) 3-2-1 Draft Lottery update

(50:52) Draft Combine check-in

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