The Kevin O’Connor Show: Episode Highlights
In the latest episode of The Kevin O’Connor Show, hosts Kevin O’Connor and Jason Timpf, from Hoops Tonight, tackle the recent one-game suspension of Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant. The critical discussion centers around the implications for Morant’s career with the Grizzlies and whether the franchise should remain patient or start to worry about his future in Memphis.
Game Strategies and Season Predictions
Additionally, the episode covers the Phoenix Suns’ defensive strategy against Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama, highlighting how double-teaming him contributed to handing San Antonio its first loss of the current season. The hosts also entertain the notion that the undefeated Oklahoma City Thunder may have a shot at a remarkable 70-win campaign this year.
Insights from College Basketball Expert
To round out the episode, O’Connor welcomes college basketball expert Jeff Goodman from The Field of 68 to offer insights into the upcoming 2025-26 collegiate season, sharing key players to check out leading up to the 2026 NBA Draft.
Where to Listen
Listeners can catch the full episode on platforms such as YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify, and explore additional content from the Yahoo Sports podcast network.
Episode Timeline
- (0:22) Guest appearance by Jason Timpf
- (1:07) Discussion on small sample sizes in the season
- (22:05) Evaluation of Ja Morant’s situation: Panic or Patience?
- (48:40) Breakdown of basketball lineups
- (1:04:07) College basketball outlook with Jeff Goodman
