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Steph Curry’s endgame, Denver’s in a pickle + early East title tiers Jul 27, 2026

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Kevin O’Connor takes a look at Steph Curry's future with the Golden State Warriors and the team's hesitation to make win-now moves as the end of their era looms.
KOC also reacts to Denver’s tough cap situation now that they’ve matched Spencer Jones’ offer sheet, reports that Jalen Duren considering signing a qualifying offer with the Pistons and shares his rapid-fire evaluation of Eastern Conference title contenders.
(0:14) Steph Curry's future
(9:35) Nuggets match Jones' offer sheet
(12:50) Will Duren take qualifying option?
(15:49) KOC Show mailbag!

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LeBron James shocks NBA by joining Philadelphia 76ers Jul 24, 2026

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LeBron James is headed to the Philadelphia 76ers, and the shockwaves are significant. The conversation dives deep on why LeBron chose Philly over Miami, Cleveland, Golden State and Minnesota, breaking down the Sixers’ stacked new lineup and what this means for their championship odds.

Longtime Lakers reporter,Mike Trudell, joins to discuss LeBron’s fit, potential legacy impact and fresh leadership role alongside Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Jaylen Brown. Then, Sam Esfandiari of the Light Years Ahead podcast jumps in to analyze Golden State’s lack of moves and how the Warriors and other contenders missed out.

(0:36) LeBron James signs with Philadelphia

(9:55) Mike Trudell joins the show

(22:38) LeBron's fit with 76ers

(48:47) Sam Esfandiari joins the show

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LeBron’s indecision, Kuminga’s market, Rockets hiring shot doctor + Portland’s shaky future Jul 23, 2026

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Kevin O’Connor is joined by Tom Haberstroh to cover the latest NBA free agency news. All is quiet on the LeBron James front - what is the King waiting for? What roster is best equipped for LeBron to add his talent to?
Then, KOC and Tom take mailbag questions. How will Caleb Wilson fit in Chicago? How good will Payton Pritchard be next season? Plus, Tom talks about his broadcast run with the Portland Trail Blazers.
(0:55) LeBron James' indecision
(31:53) Jonathan Kuminga remains a free agent
(36:47) Rockets hire Chip Engelland
(43:05) Expectations for Payton Prtichard this season
(49:19) How will Wilson & Buzelis fit together in Chicago?
(55:16) Trail Blazers' future in Portland at risk?

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The Dort deal, Summer League takeaways, early draft preview + my review of 'The Odyssey' with Es Baraheni & Isaac Trotter Jul 20, 2026

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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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Waiting on LeBron, Philly’s upside & Harden in limbo + more offseason updates with Tom Haberstroh Jul 16, 2026

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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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Mailbag! Summer League standouts, LeBron's best fit, Wemby's contract and more Jul 14, 2026

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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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NBA young team survey + fantasy basketball sleepers with Corey Tulaba, Albert Ghim & Dan Titus Jul 11, 2026

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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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Kawhi deal paused & Summer League takeaways with Nekias Duncan & Es Baraheni Jul 10, 2026

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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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11 thoughts on the LeBron James saga, NBA free agency & rookie Summer League debuts Jul 06, 2026

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Kevin O’Connor recaps the weekend in the NBA after last week's torrent of news. KOC covers the latest on LeBron, the most recent fre agent signings and shares his thoughts on the 2026 NBA draft class’ performance at Summer League.
(0:13) Are Cavs favorites to land LeBron?
(5:35) Draymond Green speculation
(8:05) Nuggets interested in Peyton Watson
(9:59) Is Jalen Duren's FA market dead?
(13:07) Rui Hachimura signs with Clippers
(14:31) Lakers shifting focus to Kuminga
(18:04) Standout rookie Summer League debuts
(25:59) NBA Cup global expansion?

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Boston/Philly blockbuster, Toronto’s upside & a Lakers shake-up. Plus, where's LeBron going? Jul 02, 2026

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Kevin O’Connor and Tom Haberstroh recap the wild first week of free agency.
Jaylen Brown is now officially a Philadelphia 76er - but what was the Boston Celtics front office thinking? What do the Toronto Raptors’ chances look like after getting Kawhi Leonard? The Lakers have fully moved on from LeBron James, but are they going in the right direction?
01:17 Jaylen Brown traded to 76ers
34:51 Impact of Kawhi Leonard in Toronto
49:14 What’s next for LeBron?
01:02:38 Lakers offseason overhaul
01:19:06 Free throw rule change being tested

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