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NBA Offseason Grades: Utah’s gamble, Pistons’ roster shuffle & Magic on the rise | The Kevin O'Connor Show Aug 19, 2025

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Kevin O’Connor is joined by Wosny Lambre to hand out offseason grades across the Eastern and Western Conferences, and EuroBasket. The duo debate Luka Doncic’s weight loss: is it functional or cosmetic? And will it do the Lakers any good regardless? Do the New York Knicks get a good grade for moving on from Thibs and hiring Mike Brown? And did the Orlando Magic make the right move by adding Desmond Bane? The also pair break down if Utah was right to keep Lauri Markkanen during their rebuild, and react to Giannis’s loyalty to Milwaukee (so far).

Out West, they question if the Warriors’ front office is really all-in on winning a title, celebrate Denver’s upgrade from MPJ to Cam Johnson, and push back on the hype surrounding OKC’s long-term dynasty odds. Can OKC really keep talent in a small market or are their hopes of a repeat title already over?

(0:25) NBA Offseason Grades

(0:47) Luka’s weight loss journey

(6:06) Utah Jazz keeping Lauri Markkanen

(11:19) Giannis stays loyal to the Bucks…so far

(26:40) Myles Turner leaves Indiana for Milwaukee

(30:44) Knicks roster changes

(38:22) Pistons shuffle their roster

(43:41) Magic roster shake-up

(50:01) Jonathan Kuminga’s offseason approach

(55:21) Nuggets replacement of MPJ

(58:26) OKC only re-signs their own guys

(1:08:43) Who will win each conference?

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KOC’s NBA schedule takeaways & NFL fantasy sleepers with Danny Heifetz | The Kevin O'Connor Show Aug 14, 2025

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Kevin O’Connor reacts to the 2025-25 NBA schedule and shares the games he’s most excited for this season! Can a revamped Nuggets team challenge the defending champs in OKC? And is the NBA pushing the Chet Holmgren vs. Victor Wembanyama rivalry with home-and-home games at Christmastime? Plus, elite rookie matchups on March 3rd and the biggest ‘return’ games of the season as KD returns to Oklahoma City and Myles Turner faces Indiana.

Next, Kevin is joined by NFL Fantasy Football expert Danny Heifetz to talk 2025 fantasy draft strategy, quarterback sleepers, and rookie wide receivers to target—and avoid. Danny dives into the undervalued impact of running QBs like Justin Fields, and offers a bold sleeper pick for the Arizona Cardinals’ Kyler Murray📷

(0:23) 2025 NBA schedule released

(11:37) NFL Fantasy Football preview with Danny Heifetz

(43:18) Could Knicks win the title THIS season?

(54:06) Why don’t other teams mimic OKC’s process?

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NBA schedule, LeBron vs. Steph, MPJ's awful comments and who should or shouldn't have a podcast | Good Word with Goodwill Aug 13, 2025

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On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vincent Goodwill and Dan Titus react to NBA Opening Night and Christmas Day games leaking. Which games are the most fascinating?

Next, Vince and Dan make their way too early MVP predictions and Vince goes off on Michael Porter Jr.’s gambling comments.

Later, Vince and Dan discuss if the Los Angeles Clippers can win a championship before choosing which current or former NBA player should have a podcast.

(2:33) NBA Opening night games have leaked

(11:30) The LeBron and Steph era

(15:06) Most interesting Christmas Day games

(21:56) Teams that will make a major leap this upcoming season

(29:26) Way too early MVP predictions

(37:19) Michael Porter Jr. comments on sports gambling

(43:27) Bradley Beal, Clippers real contenders?

(46:47) What current or former NBA player should have a podcast?

(52:23) Blazers sell for $4 Billion

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NBA schedule leaks, rookie showdowns & early season predictions with Slightly Biased | The Kevin O'Connor Show Aug 12, 2025

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Kevin O’Connor is joined by Slightly Biased to break down leaks of NBA Opening Night and Christmas Day matchups ahead of the Thursday full schedule release.

One of the biggest games includes no. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks taking on no. 2 pick Dylan Harper and the San Antonio Spurs. But don't miss out on LeBron James vs. Steph Curry as the Lakers and Warriors face off on opening night and the Houston Rockets square up against reigning NBA champs Oklahoma!

Later, Kevin and Slightly react to listeners' hottest NBA takes. Will Victor Wembanyama win MVP as well as DPOY next season? Is it possible Jayson Tatum returns for the Celtics AND they’re in the Eastern Conference Finals?! All this and much more on the Kevin O’Connor Show!

(1:08) Rockets @ Thunder on opening night

(5:23) Warriors @ Lakers on opening night

(11:41) Harper & Spurs @ Flagg & Mavs

(17:27) Christmas Day games

(23:49) Slightly Biased, Spot On, or So Wrong?

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Wemby + Fox, stagnant Warriors & front office lessons with Grant Liffmann + 7 NFL questions with Nate Tice | The Kevin O'Connor Show Aug 07, 2025

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Kevin O’Connor is joined by NBA on NBC's Grant Liffmann to break down De’Aaron Fox’s extension with the San Antonio Spurs. Was it really a good deal or does the team still needs to prioritize getting more shooters?

Plus, the pair dives deep into the stalemate between the Golden State Warriors and Jonathan Kuminga. Could the Warriors be holding on to Kuminga and STILL be pursuing a Giannis trade?!

Later, Kevin is joined by Yahoo's Nate Tice to talk NFL. Why has the Kansas City Chiefs offense dropped in Tice's ratings? Do the Eagles win because of or in spite of Jalen Hurts? And is Baker Mayfield overrated??

(0:20) Grant Liffmann joins the show

(2:36) De'Aaron Fox signs extension with Spurs

(11:29) Grant's experience in Atlanta's front office

(18:27) Lessons learned working in front offices

(26:14) Are Warriors still waiting to trade for Giannis?

(37:03) Nate Tice joins the show

(38:32) 2025 NFL season preview

(1:11:35) Favorite Tom Brady moments

(1:19:39) Expectations for Timberwolves this season

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De'Aaron Fox needs to be the ideal point guard for Victor Wembanyama | The Big Number Aug 06, 2025

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This week, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine dive into De’Aaron Fox getting big money with an extension from the San Antonio Spurs to play alongside Victor Wembanyama.

Can Fox be the ideal running mate with Wemby and will it end with a playoff appearance? We break down all the reasons this could, or could not, be the perfect longterm marriage.

Plus, Luka Doncic and Mikal Bridges get their extensions with the Los Angeles Lakers and New York Knicks and George Niang’s homecoming gets rerouted to Utah.

(1:33) The Big Number: 5 games with Fox + Wemby

(15:45) Little Numbers: Fox shooting averages

(20:01) Little Numbers: De’Aaron drives to the basket

(23:08) Little Numbers: Fox 3PT shooting

(27:24) Little Numbers: Spurs playoff drought

(33:23) Luka signs extension with Lakers

(37:22) Bridges re-signs with Knicks

(41:21) Celtics trade Niang to Jazz

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Knicks outlook under Mike Brown, Luka Doncic on a mission and LeBron's next business venture | Good Word with Goodwill Jul 31, 2025

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On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vincent Goodwill and Ian Begley discuss the outlook for the New York Knicks with Mike Brown at the helm.

Next, Vince and Ian react to Luka Doncic’s slim stature and how it can benefit him on the court.

Later, Vince and Ian unpack LeBron James’ potential plan for creating an international basketball league and is it leverage for him to eventually own an NBA team.

(1:31) New York Knicks outlook under Mike Brown

(12:01) Is Mikal Bridges future with Knicks tied to Giannis Antetokounmpo?

(18:26) Luka Doncic and his substantial weight loss

(25:38) Jonathan Kuminga’s battle with restricted free agency

(32:50) LeBron James’ potential new business venture real or leverage?

(41:47) Raptors still searching for new team president.

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Do the Nuggets & Rockets threaten OKC? + Kuminga latest & CBA changes with Adam Mares | The Kevin O'Connor Show Jul 31, 2025

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Kevin O’Connor is joined by Adam Mares from the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas to break down Denver’s offseason moves, including the Cam Johnson-MPJ swap. Could the Nuggets revamped roster shake up the West enough to challenge Oklahoma City? Or are the Houston Rockets and Kevin Durant in a better position to threaten the Thunder? Plus, the pair dive into how the new CBA could change the landscape of the league forever.

(0:11) Latest on Jonathan Kuminga

(3:20) Adam Mares joins from Summer League

(4:33) Nuggets trade MPJ to Nets for Cam Johnson

(10:33) Can Nuggets threaten OKC?

(12:45) Can Rockets threaten OKC?

(16:32) How has the CBA changed the NBA?

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Luka Dončić 2.0: shredded, motivated… and finally an MVP? | The Big Number Jul 30, 2025

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This week, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine dive into Men’s Health Luka — the shock heard 'round the NBA. Is this the season Luka Doncic finally cashes in on all that MVP hype? We break down the jaw-dropping 1.4 expected MVPs stat, why his shredded transformation could change everything and whether the Lakers' roster chaos might hold him back. Plus: RFA contract predictions, why 40-point games don’t always equal big paydays, and the very real possibility that Cam Thomas is better than Tim Duncan (kidding).

(1:20) - Is Luka 2.0 ready for an MVP run?

(15:55) - Can Lakers win enough games for Luka to win MVP?

(19:30) - Lakers' defensive concerns

(23:30) - Can Lakers offense be good enough to support Luka MVP bid?

(27:20) - Can Luka stay healthy enough to win MVP?

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NBA players headed towards a breakout season and Tyrese Haliburton reflects on achilles tear | Good Word with Goodwill Jul 24, 2025

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On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vincent Goodwill and Dan Titus make their predictions for what players and teams will make substantial improvements next season.

Next, Vince and Dan react to Tyrese Halliburton’s comments on Pat McAfee about why he believes there has been an increase in achilles tears.

Later, Vince and Dan discuss Hulk Hogan’s recent passing and his impact on wrestling.

(1:36) Players that should have massive improvements next season

(14:13) Teams you expect to make significant improvement

(19:09) Make the Case: Why the Pistons and Sixers can get to the Conference Finals

(27:12) Are NBA players playing too many games?

(32:51) Hulk Hogan passes away at age 71

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