The Kevin O'Connor Show

On today’s Kevin O’Connor Show, KOC gives his thoughts on the Oklahoma City Thunder trading Lu Dort. Was this really a financial decision or is that just an excuse for OKC to part ways with Dort? Also, will LeBron make his decision soon? And does anyone really know where he will play next season?

Then, Kevin is joined by CBS Sports’ Isaac Trotter to talk Las Vegas Summer League and some of the biggest names to watch in the 2027 and 2028 NBA draft classes.

Plus, The Athletic’s Es Baraheni joins to rave about Allen Graves and Christopher Nolan’s latest film, "The Odyssey."

(0:37) Thunder trade Lu Dort to Atlanta

(8:17) Latest on LeBron James

(14:22) Golden State wins Summer League

(21:43) Grizzlies' bright future

(25:11) Brayden Burries & Keaton Wagler Summer League recap

(29:04) 2nd year Summer League standouts

(33:15) 2028 NBA Draft prospects' Peach Jam performances

(49:49) Allen Graves Summer League recap

(58:32) Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" review

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Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh answer listener questions, including whether trading for Harden was a mistake for the Cavs and which surprise team in the East will not make the playoffs. Plus, will LeBron announce his trade at Fanatics Fest?

Later, they discuss Adam Silver’s press conference regarding the second apron, what’s next for the Blazers and the Kawhi Leonard investigation timeline.

(0:32) Latest on LeBron 

(5:01) Harden trade a mistake for Cavs? 

(9:14) Eastern Conference predictions 

(16:14) Top 3 most likely NBA champions 

(26:06) Adam Silver talks second apron, Trail Blazers & Aspiration 

(44:43) Western conference predictions 

(48:30) NBA investigating Gary Trent Jr. contract

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Kevin O'Connor answers listener questions about NBA Summer League, free agency and more! Which rookies have impressed KOC the most in Las Vegas so far? Kevin also reacts to Wemby's new contract with the Spurs, the latest LeBron James rumors, breakout candidates for the upcoming season and much, much more.

(0:20) NBA Summer League mailbag

(14:14) KOC Show mailbag

(23:35) Ideal LeBron James destinations

(26:48) Wembanyama's new contract

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Kevin O'Connor is joined by Corey Tulaba & Albert Ghim of No Ceilings to break down the first two days of NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. The trio shares their favorite rookie and team fits, potential sophomore stars and much more.

 

Then, KOC is joined by Dan Titus to discuss fantasy basketball rookies you won't want to overlook for next season. 

 

(1:00) Wizards, Jazz, Grizzlies & Bulls team survey

(8:23) Non-rookie breakout players

(18:49) Best & worst rookie + team fits

(27:41) Standout players from Summer League

(33:37) 2027 & 2028 NBA Draft expectations

(37:35) Fantasy basketball rookie sleepers

(41:47) Fantasy basketball sophomore sleepers

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Kevin O'Connor & Es Baraheni react to the blockbuster NBA Summer League game and no. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa and the Washington Wizards beating Darryn Peterson and the Utah Jazz. The pair also react to the matchup between former Michigan men Yaxel Lendeborg & Morez Johnson Jr. in the Warriors vs. Mavericks game.

KOC then reacts to the news that the NBA's investigation into the Kawhi Leonard Aspiration affair has stalled his trade from the Clippers to the Raptors. 

Later, Kevin is joined by Nekias Duncan as they preview the matchup between Caleb Wilson & Cameron Boozer and draft their top players to watch during Summer League. 

(0:45) AJ Dybantsa vs. Darryn Peterson reaction

(11:30) Warriors vs. Mavericks reaction

(19:50) Aspiration investigation delays Kawhi trade

(28:22) Cam Boozer vs. Caleb Wilson preview

(40:52) Must-watch Summer League players

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