The Kevin O'Connor Show

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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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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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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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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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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