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Game 7, baby! Spurs tie it with OKC, lottery reform approved, & Nate Ament talks NBA Draft journey May 29, 2026

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Kevin O’Connor reacts to the San Antonio Spurs' blowout win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 6 and looks ahead to Game 7.

Later, NBA Draft prospect Nate Ament joins to talk about the biggest lessons he has learned as he prepares for the league.

(00:30) - Game 6 reaction: Spurs force Game 7

(12:15) - NBA news roundup: Mitchell Robinson, NBA Draft updates, 3-2-1 draft lottery details

(33:00) - Nate Ament joins the show

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Keys to Knicks historic success + NBA Finals expectations with CP The Fanchise & Jonathan Macri May 28, 2026

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Kevin O'Connor is joined by Casey Powell (CP The Fanchise) & Jonathan Macri (Knicks Film School) to break down the New York Knicks' historic path to the NBA Finals.

They discuss what separates Jalen Brunson, the biggest areas of growth for the Knicks from the regular to postseason and why Karl-Anthony Towns is the key heading into the Finals.

Plus, the trio gives their biggest takeaways from the Western Conference Finals. Who will the Knicks face in the 2026 NBA Finals? They give their insights.

0:00 Welcome
01:31 NBA Awards takeaways
7:20 Knicks' regular season to postseason growth
11:30 Mike Brown’s approach to postseason
15:55 Mikal Bridges is filling in gaps and improving defensively
22:18 Why KAT is the Knicks' key
40:00 Favorite NYK memories
45:53 Knicks finally breaking through

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5 things from Thunder-Spurs Game 5 + NBA Draft prospect Mikel Brown Jr. breaks down his on-court creativity May 27, 2026

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Kevin O’Connor reacts to the Thunder’s win against the Spurs in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals and shares 5 takeaways from Game 5.
Then, NBA Draft prospect Mikel Brown Jr. joins to talk about the development of his game and what he hopes to achieve at the next level.

(0:25) 5 Things from Game 5
(12:48) NBA Draft prospect Mikel Brown joins the show

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Knicks take the East, Cavs face a crossroads & NBA Draft questions with Sam Vecenie + Alex Karaban talks UConn May 26, 2026

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Kevin O’Connor reacts to the Knicks sweeping the Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference Finals. Are we underestimating the Knicks? And what’s next for Cleveland?
Kevin is joined by Sam Vecenie to talk all things NBA Draft. They discuss the best fits for top prospects, players we’re underestimating, and which guys should stay in the draft vs. return to school.
Later, UConn’s Alex Karaban joins to talk his game & NBA Draft hopes.
(0:29) Knicks sweep Cavs in East Finals
(16:10) NBA Draft questions with Sam Vecenie
(59:18) NBA’s 3-2-1 lottery oversight
(1:17:33) Draft prospect Alex Karaban joins the show

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Spurs punch back, Cavs crash out & Giannis rumors + Kingston Flemings talks NBA Draft May 25, 2026

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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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OKC's tactics, Cleveland’s collapse & big changes coming in Dallas, Minnesota & Milwaukee May 21, 2026

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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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WOW, Wemby!! Wembanyama’s historic night, Spurs-Thunder Game 1 takeaways & NBA Draft talk with J. Kyle Mann May 19, 2026

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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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Dusty May on Spurs-OKC, Michigan & the NBA Draft + Bryce Simon on Cavs-Knicks & Detroit’s disaster May 18, 2026

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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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Cavs lock down Cade in OT win, Wemby wows in the West + NBA news & Draft Combine check-in May 14, 2026

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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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NBA Playoff semifinal update, Wizards lottery win & Darryn Peterson’s creatine story explained with Andrew Sharp & Dr. Brian Sutterer May 12, 2026

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Kevin O’Connor breaks down the wild NBA Playoffs with Andrew Sharp, including the Thunder’s sweep of the Lakers and LeBron’s uncertain future in LA. The duo examines tough off-season questions for the Lakers, what’s next for the Sixers front office and expectations for the Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals. Andrew shares his unfiltered perspective as a Wizards fan after Washington lands the No. 1 overall pick and Kevin gets Andrew’s take on this year’s top NBA prospects.

Later, Dr. Brian Sutterer joins to give critical insights on the Darryn Peterson creatine controversy and the true cause of his cramping issues.

(1:24) Thunder sweep Lakers in West semis

(10:59) What's next for Lakers?

(22:39) Minnesota @ San Antonio Game 5 preview

(32:14) Cavaliers even series with Pistons 2-2

(44:30) Knicks sweep 76ers in East semis

(52:52) Wizards earn #1 pick in 2026 NBA Draft

(1:)3:19) Dr. Brian Sutterer talks Darryn Peterson's cramps

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