OKC strikes back in Game 2, Cooper Flagg watch & Knicks fallout with Adam Mares
Kevin O'Connor went live immediately following Game 2 of the NBA Finals! Adam Mares joined in on the fun as the show reacted to Oklahoma City getting their revenge on the Indiana Pacers. With the series now tied at 1-1, KOC was disappointed in tonight's lackluster performance by Tyrese Haliburton. The guys also gave plenty of love to SGA, who showed up ready for battle. And WHAT WAS UP with the digital trophy display on the court?! Plus - the guys discuss Cooper Flagg's upcoming meeting with the Dallas Mavericks, and react to the news that Dolan "spearheaded" the Thibs firing in New York.
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(00:50) - Reacting to Thunder beating Pacers in Game 2
(28:10) - Thoughts on Michael Jordan as an NBA analyst
(34:00) - Thibs' firing spearheaded by James Dolan?
(37:15) - Cooper Flagg to visit Mavericks
(39:05) - On-court Finals logo digitally returns
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder attempts a layup against the Indiana Pacers during the fourth quarter in Game Two of the 2025 NBA Finals at Paycom Center on June 08, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by)
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