Thunder rally, Pacers gag in Game 4 + KD trade watch & draft smoke
Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh went LIVE following Game 4 between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers. The guys react to OKC's insanely clutch 4th quarter comeback, where SGA showed up big — and the Finals is all even at 2-2 as we head to a pivotal Game 5 on Monday. PLUS the latest on trade news surrounding Kevin Durant, and KOC's got you covered on new NBA Draft intel! What types of offers can the San Antonio Spurs expect to get for the #2 pick, likely to be Dylan Harper? It's all on this Friday night installment of the KOC Show!(00:50) - Instant reaction: OKC's incredible comeback to tie the series 2-2(27:50) - Favorite landing spots for Kevin Durant(38:00) - Russell Westbrook declines player option(40:10) - New York Knicks to meet with Taylor Jenkins(42:15) - NBA Draft talk: Sixers want to make a big move up?
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Pacers flip the NBA Finals, fake KD trades and a bonkers summer ahead
Kevin O'Connor's live, postgame reaction following Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder, plus the latest trade rumors surrounding Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant! Dan Titus joined KOC for this pod that covers it all: KOC puts the blame squarely on Chet Holmgren, and Kevin explains why he still thinks this series is going 7! And on the Durant front, wait until you hear KOC's blockbuster trade proposals involving the Toronto Raptors, Detroit Pistons, Philadelphia 76ers, and Orlando Magic. PLUS Kevin and Dan also hit on the New York Knicks failed Head Coaching search and the Jaylen Brown surgery news. Monster pod, lock in!(00:30) - Instant reaction: Pacers defeat Thunder in Game 3 of NBA Finals(24:00) - Kevin Durant trade: potential landing spots(44:40) - Jaylen Brown & the future of the Boston Celtics(54:05) - Knicks coaching search debacle
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1:00:24
Trade buzz with Chris Mannix, Playoff prospects with John Fanta & Game 3 preview with Caitlin Cooper
On this triple-header, STACKED edition of the KOC Show: Chris Mannix stops by to talk about the latest rumors he's hearing around the NBA. Jaylen Brown to the SPURS? Giannis Antetokounmpo latest -- and a spicy take on Jason Kidd's name being tied to the New York Knicks HC gig. Then John Fanta swings by to chat about the NBA Draft -- whose stock is rising? Why is Ace Bailey such a terrible fit with the Philadelphia 76ers? And since John's a Cavs fan, a BLOCKBUSTER Darius Garland trade proposal you've got to see (you'll want to check this out Los Angeles Lakers fans). And lastly Caitlin Cooper stops by to talk about her Indiana Pacers. What are the keys for Indy, if they want to defend home court and get the Game 3 win? And why the vibes all around Indiana are truly immaculate at the moment.(0:23) Chris Mannix joins to talk trade rumors(32:42) John Fanta on Cavs future + NBA Draft(1:15:06) Thunder @ Pacers Game 3 preview with Caitlin Cooper
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1:45:18
OKC strikes back in Game 2, Cooper Flagg watch & Knicks fallout with Adam Mares
Kevin O'Connor went live immediately following Game 2 of the NBA Finals! Adam Mares joined in on the fun as the show reacted to Oklahoma City getting their revenge on the Indiana Pacers. With the series now tied at 1-1, KOC was disappointed in tonight's lackluster performance by Tyrese Haliburton. The guys also gave plenty of love to SGA, who showed up ready for battle. And WHAT WAS UP with the digital trophy display on the court?! Plus - the guys discuss Cooper Flagg's upcoming meeting with the Dallas Mavericks, and react to the news that Dolan "spearheaded" the Thibs firing in New York.(00:50) - Reacting to Thunder beating Pacers in Game 2(28:10) - Thoughts on Michael Jordan as an NBA analyst(34:00) - Thibs' firing spearheaded by James Dolan?(37:15) - Cooper Flagg to visit Mavericks(39:05) - On-court Finals logo digitally returns
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51:12
Clutch Hali AGAIN! Game 1 takeaways + KD rumors with Tom Haberstroh & NBA Draft talk with the Barlowes
Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh reacted LIVE immediately following Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Finals. The Oklahoma City Thunder choked away a huge lead, and Tyrese Haliburton came up clutch yet again! The guys weighed in on what they just saw transpire, with Indy taking the 1-0 series lead. KOC and Tom were left stunned! Plus, the 2 discuss Kevin Durant trade rumors and whether the Phoenix Suns would consider a deal with the Los Angeles Clippers. Later in the Pod KOC was joined by Rafael and James Barlowe to talk about all the latest intel surrounding the NBA Draft. What’s real, what’s a smokescreen, and how a Giannis trade could change everything.(0:25) Pacers STEAL Game 1 from Thunder on the road(28:36) Could Clipper trade for Kevin Durant?(33:37) Suns hire Ott, should Booker get out of Phoenix?(46:12) NBA Draft talk with Rafael & James Barlowe
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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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