The Ringer's NBA Draft Show

The Ringer

  • 35 minutes 48 seconds
    Reed Sheppard Shines in Summer League Debut and the Outlook on the Kings After the Addition of DeMar DeRozan

    KOC is joined by Tate Frazier to discuss Reed Shepphard’s impressive performance to start summer league, Dalton Knecht and Bronny James's performances, and other notable Las Vegas summer league debuts. Then he is joined by Sacramento Kings radio duo Deuce Mason and Morgan Ragan to discuss Kevin’s issues with Domantas Sabonis (8:43), what the addition of DeMar DeRozan means, and much more.


    Check out KOC’s 2024 NBA Draft Guide for all the latest prospect rankings, mock drafts, and more!


    Host: Kevin O’Connor

    Guests: Tate Frazier, Deuce Mason, and Morgan Ragan

    Producer: Isaiah Blakely

    Social: Keith Fujimoto

    Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz

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    17 July 2024, 5:35 pm
  • 37 minutes 21 seconds
    Bronny James Lands in L.A., Plus Our Favorite Second-Rounders

    KOC, J. Kyle Mann, and Tate Frazier return to recap the second night of the NBA draft! They dive into the Lakers' selection of Bronny James and discuss some of their favorite picks of the second round.


    Check out KOC’s 2024 NBA Draft Guide for all the latest prospect rankings, draft grades, and more!


    Hosts: Kevin O’Connor and J. Kyle Mann

    Guest: Tate Frazier

    Associate Producer: Jessie Lopez

    Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

    Social: Keith Fujimoto and Eduardo Ocampo

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    28 June 2024, 2:42 am
  • 1 hour 5 minutes
    Best NBA Draft Picks, Possible Busts, and More First-Round Reactions With Tate Frazier and J. Kyle Mann

    KOC, J. Kyle Mann, and Tate Frazier get together to react to the first round of the NBA draft! They start by diving into the odd Spurs-Timberwolves trade that will send prospect Rob Dillingham to Minnesota and two very future first-round picks back to San Antonio (01:35). Next, they discuss which selected prospects they think will bust (12:52), as well as their favorite team-player fits from the first round (26:58). Also, the guys briefly preview the second round and discuss some of their favorite prospects still left on the board (58:18).


    Check out KOC’s 2024 NBA Draft Guide for all the latest prospect rankings, draft grades, and more!


    Hosts: Kevin O’Connor and J. Kyle Mann

    Guest: Tate Frazier

    Associate Producer: Jessie Lopez

    Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

    Social: Keith Fujimoto and Eduardo Ocampo

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    27 June 2024, 6:41 am
  • 54 minutes 53 seconds
    Bronny James, Reed Sheppard, and the Success of Second-Gen NBA Players With Tom Haberstroh

    KOC is joined by Tom Haberstroh of Yahoo Sports to discuss his latest article detailing the impact of second-generation players in the NBA, and how it could affect Bronny James (03:43). They dive into the history of second-gen players and how the sons of former NBA players can find success despite the scrutiny that comes with being, as Tom calls it, a "nepo baller." Then, they discuss some of the nepo ballers in this draft class, including Devin Carter and Reed Sheppard. They also try to understand Zaccharie Risacher’s appeal, give some thoughts on Zach Edey, and predict Bronny James’s pro career.


    Check out KOC’s 2024 NBA Draft Guide for all the latest prospect rankings, mock drafts, and more!

    You can read Tom’s article mentioned in this episode here.


    Host: Kevin O’Connor

    Guest: Tom Haberstroh

    Associate Producer: Jessie Lopez

    Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

    Social: Keith Fujimoto

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    24 June 2024, 8:00 am
  • 53 minutes 31 seconds
    The 'Grade-A' Mock Draft and the ‘Our Guys' Draft

    KOC and J. Kyle Mann are joined by The Ringer’s own Tate Frazier as they go through the top four picks in the draft to determine which prospect would earn each team an ‘A’ grade (01:22). Next, the guys pick five prospects they believe in the most with the introduction of the ‘Our Guys’ draft (25:59)!


    Check out KOC’s 2024 NBA Draft Guide for all the latest prospect rankings, mock drafts, and more!


    Hosts: Kevin O’Connor and J. Kyle Mann

    Guest: Tate Frazier

    Associate Producer: Jessie Lopez

    Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

    Social: Keith Fujimoto

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    19 June 2024, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 6 minutes
    Do Combine Numbers Really Matter? Plus, Three Teams Who Could Move Up, and the Bobi Klintman Interview

    KOC and J. Kyle Mann discuss the underwhelming combine numbers from Zaccharie Risacher, and debate whether the unexpected results from Risacher and other international prospects will affect their draft stock (00:52). Also, they discuss three teams who could potentially move up in the draft. Next, the guys discuss which prospects they probably have ranked too low (24:19), before KOC is joined by potential first-round pick Bobi Klintman (35:53). They discuss which players he compares himself to, being an emotional defender, what he needs to do to improve his 3-point shooting, playing basketball while growing up in Sweden, and more.


    Check out KOC’s 2024 NBA Draft Guide for all the latest prospect rankings, mock drafts, and more!


    Hosts: Kevin O’Connor and J. Kyle Mann

    Guest: Bobi Klintman

    Associate Producer: Jessie Lopez

    Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

    Social: Keith Fujimoto

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    12 June 2024, 10:00 am
  • 45 minutes 18 seconds
    7 Questions About the NBA Finals, Plus the Cody Williams Interview

    After watching the Celtics take a 2-0 series lead over the Mavericks in the NBA Finals, KOC raises seven questions on how both Boston and Dallas can potentially affect the draft (00:47). Next, KOC is joined by potential lottery pick Cody Williams from Colorado (13:36). They discuss his close relationship with his brother, Jalen Williams of the OKC Thunder, and how Cody will forge his own path in the NBA.


    Check out KOC’s 2024 NBA Draft Guide for all the latest prospect rankings, mock drafts, and more!


    Host: Kevin O’Connor

    Guest: Cody Williams

    Associate Producer: Jessie Lopez

    Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

    Social: Keith Fujimoto

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    10 June 2024, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 6 minutes
    A Conversation With Matas Buzelis and Mock Draft Grades

    KOC and J. Kyle Mann go through KOC’s recently released mock draft and hand out grades for some of the selections (01:15). Next, KOC is joined by one of the top prospects in the class, Matas Buzelis (28:10). They talk about which older players are an inspiration for him, the level of talent in the G League, the folding of the G League Ignite, why he believes his shooting numbers were down this season, what he’s learned from watching Jaden McDaniels this postseason, and more.


    Check out KOC’s 2024 NBA Draft Guide for all the latest prospect rankings, mock drafts, and more!


    Hosts: Kevin O’Connor and J. Kyle Mann

    Guest: Matas Buzelis

    Associate Producer: Jessie Lopez

    Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

    Social: Keith Fujimoto

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    5 June 2024, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 16 minutes
    Mock Draft Questions With Jonathan Givony, College Sleepers With Tate Frazier, and a Devin Carter Interview

    KOC is joined by Jonathan Givony from ESPN Draft Express to break down his recently released mock draft, the Spurs' priorities this offseason, what makes Zach Edey appealing, and whether the Lakers will actually keep their draft pick (01:00). Next, Tate Frazier of 'One Shining Podcast' joins the show to build out a roster of his favorite college basketball sleepers (32:59). Lastly, KOC is joined by lottery prospect Devin Carter (47:11). They discuss his unorthodox shooting motion, defensive mentality, why he believes he can fit in any scheme, and so much more.


    Check out KOC’s 2024 NBA Draft Guide for all the latest prospect rankings, mock drafts, and more!


    Host: Kevin O’Connor

    Guests: Jonathan Givony, Tate Frazier, and Devin Carter

    Associate Producer: Jessie Lopez

    Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

    Social: Keith Fujimoto

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    3 June 2024, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 9 minutes
    NBA Playoff Lessons, Bronny James Update, and the Jared McCain Interview

    KOC and J. Kyle Mann discuss what lessons can be learned from the playoffs that can be applied to this year's NBA draft class (01:25). They go through several prospects with the lens of them playing in the playoffs. What can Rob Dillingham learn from T.J. McConnell? Would the potential top overall pick Alex Sarr even be on the court for any of the available teams? They also debate what the Suns are possibly thinking by working out Bronny James (33:50). Can Mat Ishbia actually lure LeBron to Phoenix? Next, KOC is joined by projected lottery pick Jared McCain, as they dive into what type of player Jared is, player comps, journaling, and so much more (38:37).


    Check out KOC’s 2024 NBA Draft Guide for all the latest prospect rankings, mock drafts, and more!


    Hosts: Kevin O’Connor and J. Kyle Mann

    Guest: Jared McCain

    Associate Producer: Jessie Lopez

    Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

    Social: Keith Fujimoto

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    29 May 2024, 10:00 am
  • 46 minutes 44 seconds
    Ron Holland’s NBA Potential, Shooting Struggles, and Best Fits

    KOC and J. Kyle Mann discuss the NBA potential of prospect Ron Holland from the NBA G League Ignite (01:22). They dive into his shooting inefficiency, what his role at the next level could be, and why team fit will be extremely important with him. Next, KOC is joined by Ron Holland himself to discuss what lessons he learned from losing on the Ignite, his defensive potential, how he continues to build his offense, and more (24:12).


    Check out KOC’s 2024 NBA Draft Guide for all the latest prospect rankings, mock drafts, and more!


    Hosts: Kevin O’Connor and J. Kyle Mann

    Guest: Ron Holland

    Associate Producer: Jessie Lopez

    Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

    Social: Keith Fujimoto

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    22 May 2024, 10:00 am
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