Trade buzz with Chris Mannix, Playoff prospects with John Fanta & Game 3 preview with Caitlin Cooper
On this triple-header, STACKED edition of the KOC Show: Chris Mannix stops by to talk about the latest rumors he's hearing around the NBA. Jaylen Brown to the SPURS? Giannis Antetokounmpo latest — and a spicy take on Jason Kidd's name being tied to the New York Knicks HC gig. Then John Fanta swings by to chat about the NBA Draft — whose stock is rising? Why is Ace Bailey such a terrible fit with the Philadelphia 76ers? And since John's a Cavs fan, a BLOCKBUSTER Darius Garland trade proposal you've got to see (you'll want to check this out Los Angeles Lakers fans). And lastly Caitlin Cooper stops by to talk about her Indiana Pacers. What are the keys for Indy, if they want to defend home court and get the Game 3 win? And why the vibes all around Indiana are truly immaculate at the moment.
Tyrese Haliburton #0 of the Indiana Pacers reacts during the third quarter against the New York Knicks in Game Four of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on May 27, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by)
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(1:15:06) Thunder @ Pacers Game 3 preview with Caitlin Cooper
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