Kevin O’Connor is joined Spike Eskin to discuss VJ Edgecombe’s incredible rookie debut for the Philadelphia 76ers in their win over the Boston Celtics and debate whether Sixers fans should be concerned about Joel Embiid. Kevin is then joined by Kirk Henderson to unpack Victor Wembanyama’s dominant performance against the Dallas Mavericks and ask what's going wrong with Dallas’ current lineup.

KOC reacts to the news that Terry Rozier, Chauncey Billups and at least 30 others were arrested by the FBI on allegations of illegal gambling. Later, Jonathan Macri joins the show to talk the Knicks first win of the Mike Brown era against the Cleveland Cavaliers.


(0:16) Kirk Henderson on Mavs loss to Spurs
(16:42) Rozier, Billups & other arrested
(20:35) Spike Eskin on 76ers victory vs. Celtics
(43:47) Jonathan Macri on Knicks win vs. Cavs

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Kevin O’Connor welcomes Andrew Sharp to break down the NBA’s opening night action. From the double-overtime Rockets-Thunder thriller and SGA’s game-winning free throw to standout performances by Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson, the duo examine early trends and dynasty potential in Oklahoma City. Kevin and Andrew also spotlight Lakers-Warriors, questioning Deandre Ayton’s usage and what LeBron James’ odd body language on the bench might mean for his future in LA.

Then, Utah Jazz rookie Ace Bailey joins the show to break down his game, from implementing dribble-handoff sets to why he wants to perfect the mid-post. Ace talks learning reads, modeling his game after Kevin Durant, embracing life in Utah and his rookie goals.

(0:34) Rockets vs. Thunder recap

(21:16) Warriors vs. Lakers recap

(42:44) NBA on NBC

(1:08:44) Ace Bailey joins the show

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Kevin O’Connor is joined by Bobby Marks to preview the 2025 NBA season and react to major preseason headlines, including Russell Westbrook signing with the Sacramento Kings and Keegan Murray’s extension. The pair discuss whether Lonzo Ball is the most underrated offseason addition, if the Spurs are being undervalued, whether the Pistons and Timberwolves can take the leap from good to great and more.

Then, Tyrese Haliburton joins KOC and the pair predicts the next big NBA trends. Will double-big lineups dominate the league again? Could more teams incorporate the full-court press? And what’s contributing to the decline in pick-and-roll usage?

Kevin is then joined by Dan Titus who shares advice for drafting your fantasy basketball team.

(0:39) 16 big questions with Bobby Marks
(52:27) Tyrese Haliburton joins the show
(1:11:38) Fantasy basketball advice with Dan Titus

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