2025 NBA Draft Reactions, Shockers & Perfect Picks | Kevin O'Connor Show

On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Mo Dakhill react to LeBron James opting into his deal with the Los Angeles Lakers and if he is passively aggressively seeking a trade.Next, Vince and Mo unpack Malik Beasley being investigated for gambling before turning their attention to free agency.Later, Vince and Mo discuss the idea of Mike Brown being the next New York Knicks head coach and if he would be the ideal fit. (2:37) Does LeBron want to be traded?(10:55) Can Lakers prioritize both LeBron and Luka?(20:25) Clippers give James Harden two-year deal(26:31) Malik Beasley under investigation for gambling(39:21) Pre-Free Agency Signings(53:14) Knicks impressed by Mike Brown 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

KOC is joined by Jovan Buha, who covers the Los Angeles Lakers as well as anyone. What is next for LeBron James?? After opting in, the rumors started right away... could he actually be traded? Will a buyout option surface? Does Luka want him there 100% next season? Does LeBron want to go back to Cleveland, or would he accept a trade to a surprise team like the Dallas Mavericks, Golden State Warriors or even the Denver Nuggets? It's all on the table in this edition of the KOC Show that also hits on other free agent and trade news around the league involving the following names: James Harden, DeAndre Ayton, Lonzo Ball, Isaac Okoro, Collin Sexton, Nurk, NAW, Ty Jerome, Jabari Smith, Bobby Portis, and of course the bizarre situation involving Malik Beasley. Lock in!(00:45) - Jovan Buha on Lakers & LeBron's future(26:20) - KOC runs through news of the week: Beasley, Ball for Okoro & more Subscribe to The Kevin O’Connor Show on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

(0:57) Ace Bailey Utah Jazz drama(13:24) Raptors fire Masai Ujiri(20:49) Did Pelicans make a HORRIBLE trade for Derik Queen?(29:29) KOC’s favorite draft hauls(44:19) Pacers surprise draft of Taelon Peter(49:12) NBA champs OKC draft Thomas Sorber(52:53) Teams looking to take ‘the next step’(56:53) Blazers draft Yang Hansen(1:02:03) BetMGM Rookie of the Year odds released(1:05:26) Are Mavs NBA title contenders now? 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Jared Greenberg react to the NBA Draft and debate if the San Antonio Spurs are under pressure to make the playoffs next season.Next, Vince and Jared discuss the risky trade the New Orleans Pelicans made on draft night and unpack why the Boston Celtics are trading key pieces from last year’s championship team.Later, Vince and Jared make their picks for the best draft class in NBA history and Jared gets to gloat about being right about the Houston Rockets and Kevin Durant.(2:41) Should the Spurs have traded No.2 pick?(8:09) Victor Wembanyama is ready to win(13:47) Sixers pass on Ace Bailey(19:28) Pelicans make questionable draft day trade with Hawks(32:59) Celtics trade Jrue Holiday, Kristaps Porzingis(37:07) Celtics being punished for drafting well(43:00) Nuggets owner mentions odd scenario with Nikola Jokic(50:15) Best NBA Draft Class Ever(56:05) Jared gloats about being right about Kevin Durant 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

Kevin O'Connor recaps the 2025 NBA Draft with King McClure and Vincent Goodwill. The best picks of Round 1, the head-scratching ones and everything in between! Are the Dallas Mavericks a Finals contender with Flagg?? Did the Philadelphia 76ers get it right with Edgecombe over Ace Bailey? What were the Brooklyn Nets doing? Lock in for a full round 1 recap on the KOC Show!(00:45) - Most intriguing draft so far?(10:25) - Biggest surprise of the night?(16:15) - Dylan Harper's fit in San Antonio(20:45) - Worst draft of the night?(24:05) - Best non-Cooper Flagg pick?(27:55) - Are the Mavs contenders with Flagg?(31:55) - Did Philly make the right call with VJ Edgecombe?(35:45) - Thunder pick up Thomas Sorber(39:40) - Looking ahead to Day 2Subscribe to The Kevin O’Connor Show on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine unearth the data that proves the Oklahoma City Thunder dynasty could reign supreme for a long while, starting with going back-to-back next season. But contenders do exist — the 5 teams that could stifle OKC's plans, and why. Plus, Tom & Dan analyze Jrue Holiday's fit with the Portland Trail Blazers. All ahead on this episode of The Big Number.(1:10) - Thunder are favorites to win 2026 Finals(12:35) - How much does KD help Houston Rockets' Finals chances?(18:10) - Can Cleveland Cavaliers take advantage of chaotic East?(23:15) - Where's the Golden State Warriors' ceiling with Jimmy Butler?(29:25) - Should New York Knicks be a Finals sleeper even without a head coach?(33:10) - Are the LA Lakers Finals odds too low?(40:05) - Trail Blazers acquire Jrue HolidaySubscribe to the The Big Number on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Bomani Jones react to Tyrese Haliburton’s torn achilles before then discussing if the Oklahoma City Thunder are in a position to become a dynasty.Next Vince and Bomani react to the Kevin Durant trade to the Houston Rockets and debate if he is expected to be the No.1 option for Ime Udoka’s young team.Later, Vince and Bomani reflect on the 2024-2025 NBA season and what was their biggest takeaway.(2:12) Is Tyrese Halliburton’s torn achilles NBA has a injury problem?(10:20) Thunder set up to be a dynasty?(15:32) Pacers playing with immense confidence(23:52) SGA proved he’s a top-2 player in the NBA(30:05) Surprised by the haul Phoenix received for Kevin Durant?(37:01) Will KD be the No.1 option in Houston?(42:37) What happens with the Eastern Conference?(46:54) Biggest standout from the 2024-2025 NBA season 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

Kevin O’Connor and Tom Haberstroh react live to the Oklahoma City Thunder winning the 2025 NBA Finals in Game 7. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads OKC to its first championship since relocating, while Tyrese Haliburton suffers a heartbreaking Achilles injury early in the game. KOC and Tom break down how the Thunder closed it out, what Haliburton’s injury means for the Indiana Pacers' future, and what this Finals run says about the league's youngest champion in decades. Plus Tom grades the KD trade and he isn't exactly glowing about what the Suns got back. Will the San Antonio Spurs regret not going after KD? Could both the Houston Rockets and San Antonio Spurs still be in play for GIANNIS? And what are the Spurs going to do at #2? It's all on this packed post-Game 7 pod.(00:20) - Thunder win the NBA Finals & reacting to Haliburton's injury(21:30) - Start of something legendary for OKC?(40:40) - Fallout of the Kevin Durant trade & NBA Draft talk Subscribe to The Kevin O’Connor Show on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

Kevin O'Connor and the rest of the NBA world woke up to the stunning news on Sunday morning that Kevin Durant had finally and officially been traded from the Phoenix Suns to the Houston Rockets. Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the #10 overall pick and 5 future second rounders was the haul, so who won the deal? John Gambadoro covers the Suns and has been all over these KD rumors for weeks - don't miss this must-hear conversation between KOC and Gambo.Later, KOC is joined by J. Kyle Mann to discuss the fallout of the KD trade, mainly who Phoenix will now target at #10 overall. Plus the guys go through some players whose stock is falling — why is J. Kyle Mann starting to be out on Richardson and Fears?? Why is KOC downgrading Khaman Maluach? What does Mann see in Danny Wolf that Kevin just isn't buying? Nearly every Round 1 prospect is hit in this comprehensive NBA Draft conversation, with just a few days til Draft Night 2025 — lock in!(00:40) - KOC & Gambo react to the KD trade(21:45) - J. Kyle Mann deep dives on all things NBA Draft Subscribe to The Kevin O’Connor Show on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Gary Washburn react to the Indiana Pacers defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder and forcing a Game 7 in the NBA Finals.Next, Vince and Gary discuss which team has the edge in Game 7 before explaining what the Lakers being sold to Mark Walter’s means for LeBron James, Luka Doncic and Magic Johnson.Later, Vince and Gary react to Ime Udoka signing an extension with the Houston Rockets and how the Milwaukee Bucks can build a team around Giannis Antetokounmpo. (1:56) Thunder vs. Pacers Game 6 reaction(10:13) Notable Game 7’s in the NBA Finals(15:32) Pacers playing with immense confidence(18:53) T.J. McConnell’s impact(21:49) Pressure on SGA & Thunder franchise(26:43) This Game 7 is very unique for Thunder and Pacers(36:55) Lakers sold for $10 Billion(46:30) Ime Udoka gets extension as Kevin Durant rumors swirl(51:54) If Giannis stays in Milwaukee how will they handle next season? 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network