The Kevin O'Connor Show

• Blake Griffin talks Wemby, Chris Paul, Lob City Clippers, rookie stars & NBA evolution

  Kevin O’Connor is joined by Blake Griffin to break down the impact of Wemby in the Spurs’ victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Cup semifinals. Did the Spurs find the formula for stopping OKC? Is Victor Wembanyama on track to become the greatest of all time?Next, Blake Griffin shares his favorite dunks, how his game evolved throughout his career and the evolution of the NBA. Then, he shares his experience of being traded during his career path and his reaction to the Clippers sending Chris Paul home.Later, the duo discusses Jalen Brunson's performance against the Magic in the NBA Cup semis and their top candidates for Rookie of the Year this season.Plus, who will be crowned the champions of the NBA Cup this year?(0:45) Wemby vs. OKC in NBA Cup semis(5:01) Did Spurs unlock formula for stopping OKC?(8:26) Could Victor Wembanyama become the GOAT?(14:28) Blake Griffin’s greatest dunks(18:36) Evolution of Griffin’s game(26:18) Evolution of the NBA(31:58) Griffin’s experience when traded by Clippers(37:33) Reaction to Chris Paul sent home by Clippers(44:30) Jalen Brunson vs. Magic in NBA Cup semis(47:49) Rookie of the Year candidates this season(51:50) Blake Griffin life after basketball(58:31) NBA Cup Final predictions Subscribe to The Kevin O’Connor Show on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

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• NBA Cup Semifinals reaction with Amin Elhassan + Giannis trade rumors with Chris Haynes

  Kevin O’Connor is joined by Amin Elhassan to recap the San Antonio Spurs ending the Oklahoma City Thunder’s winning streak in their electric NBA Cup semifinal victory. They break down Victor Wembanyama’s immediate defensive impact and the Spurs’ formula for success against OKC. Should the Spurs be aggressive with trades or stick with their young roster?Next, the duo breaks down the keys to the New York Knicks' NBA Cup semifinal win over the Orlando Magic. They discuss Jalen Brunson’s showstopping 40-piece, why Paolo Banchero isn’t fitting in with the Magic and whether Jamahl Mosley is the best fit for the Magic’s head coaching role. Are we overthinking the New York Knicks?Plus, they give their final picks for who will win the NBA Cup Finals. Who does Wemby defend? Can KAT pull Wemby out of the paint? How will the NBA Cup MVP title impact the legacy of the greats?Later, Chris Haynes joins the show, giving the latest news, including potential landing spots for Giannis, what moves the Warriors need to make and whether the Clippers should trade James Harden or Kawhi Leonard?(1:31) Spurs beat Thunder in NBA Cup semis (16:40) Should Spurs or Thunder trade for Giannis? (27:39) Knicks beat Magic in NBA Cup semis (42:04) NBA Cup Final preview (53:32) Giannis trade rumors with Chris Haynes (1:08:14) What is Trae Young's future with Atlanta? (1:12:07) Should Mavericks make a trade? (1:19:46) Will Clippers trade Kawhi Leonard or James Harden? Subscribe to The Kevin O’Connor Show on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

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• NBA Cup predictions, Ja check-in & the AD sweepstakes with Tom Haberstroh + Draft Class with James Barlowe

  Kevin O’Connor is joined by Tom Haberstroh to break down the Oklahoma City Thunder dominating the Phoenix Suns in the NBA Cup quarterfinal as they continue their historic winning streak. Can OKC break the NBA record for the longest single-season win streak? Then, they discuss the San Antonio Spurs' victory over the Los Angeles Lakers without superstar Victor Wembanyama and share their picks for who will reign supreme in the NBA Cup.Next, the duo dives into why the NBA is seeing a rise in calf strains across the league and shares their thoughts on the NBA’s response. And, are the Grizzlies better without Ja Morant? Where are potential landing spots for Anthony Davis and Giannis Antetokounmpo?Plus, James Barlowe joins KOC's Draft Class to discuss AJ Dybansta’s electric game against Clemson, Darryn Peterson’s return to Kansas and how Nate Ament can bounce back from his struggles.(0:47) OKC defeats Phoenix in NBA Cup quarterfinals(6:10) Spurs beat Lakers in NBA Cup quarterfinals(8:54) Thunder vs. Spurs NBA Cup semifinal preview(13:00) Increase of calf strain injuries in the NBA(23:54) Knicks vs. Magic NBA Cup semifinal preview(34:35) Ja's last chance to make things right with Memphis(43:36) Queen continues to shine for Pelicans(46:28) Anthony Davis trade suitors(57:20) Draft Class with James Barlowe Subscribe to The Kevin O’Connor Show on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

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• ‘Slightly Biased, Spot On or So Wrong?’ Contenders, Celtics, Lakers, Embiid, Nembhard & more

  Kevin O’Connor is joined by Slightly Biased to break down whether Ryan Nembhard is the next Steve Nash and his impact on the Dallas Mavericks. Plus, are the Lakers the most overrated team in the NBA? Is Joel Embiid finished?Next, they discuss if the Thunder could still make the play-in even if you took all the starters off the roster, whether the Celtics will win 55 plus games if Tatum returns by March and Zach Edey’s defensive impact for the Grizzlies. Plus, should everyone besides Steph Curry on the Warriors be available for a trade?(1:24) Ryan Nembhard the next Steve Nash?(9:42) Are Lakers overrated?(14:49) Is Embiid finished?(20:21) Could OKC's bench make the play-in?(29:55) Clippers could blow it all up(36:30) Are Celtics actually any good?(42:34) Zach Edey defensive improvements(49:00) Is Zaccharie Risacher officially a bust?(54:36) Can Kings turn their season around?(57:55) Should Warriors make a trade?(1:07:59) NBA Cup predictions Subscribe to The Kevin O’Connor Show on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

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• Giannis trade scenarios, Clippers send Chris Paul home + Draft Class with Tate Frazier

  Kevin O’Connor is joined by Tom Haberstroh to break down the latest between Chris Paul and the Los Angeles Clippers after Paul was sent home Wednesday morning. What teams are the best fit for the unexpected free agent? Then, has Giannis played his last game with the Bucks? The pair discusses reports that Giannis and his agent have been in conversations with the Milwaukee Bucks about his future with the organization. The duo breaks down various trade scenarios across the league, including whether the Oklahoma City Thunder would be willing to make a move for the two-time NBA MVP.Later, Tate Frazier joins for this week’s Draft Class, including Koa Peat’s impact on Arizona, why Milan Momcilovic is a player to watch and what to expect from Duke vs. Michigan on Saturday.(0:31) Clippers send Chris Paul home(16:56) What's wrong with the Cavs?(23:50) Giannis trade speculation(31:40) Giannis to the Knicks?(33:44) Giannis to the Warriors?(37:22) Giannis to the Lakers?(41:43) Giannis to the Spurs?(47:24) Giannis to the Rockets?(56:01) Giannis to the Thunder?(1:02:55) Will Giannis ever play for the Bucks again?(1:08:20) Draft Class with Tate Frazier Subscribe to The Kevin O’Connor Show on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

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