Chris Vernon joins KOC from Las Vegas! Plus ARod & Marc Lore talk Wolves ownership | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Kevin O'Connor is joined by Chris Vernon and Minnesota Timberwolves owners Alex Rodriguez & Marc Lore from the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas.
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Show Notes
Kevin O'Connor is joined by Chris Vernon from the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. Chris makes KOC defend his take that Grizzlies fans overrate Ja Morant and discuss the offseason moves Memphis made. The pair also talk about how Cedric Coward can be a star for the Grizzlies and share their initial reactions to Hugo Gonzalez and Cooper Flagg's performances in Summer League.
New Timberwolves owners Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore then join The Kevin O'Connor Show to discuss their bold vision for Minnesota basketball. From empowering Tim Connelly to innovating fan experiences with “Jump,” they’re laying the groundwork for a championship culture. They open up about their long-term goals, Anthony Edwards’ development, their admiration for Rudy Gobert, and how fast, decisive leadership shapes winning franchises.
(0:30) Chris Vernon joins
(1:00) Is Ja Morant overrated?
(19:54) First impressions of Cooper Flagg
(23:41) Is NIL good for NBA?
(35:48) Timberwolves owners Alex Rodriguez & Marc Lore join
(44:00) How to maximize Ant's potential
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