Cooper Flagg’s NBA comps with John Fanta & trade chatter with Bobby Marks

On this absolutely jam-packed edition of the Kevin O’Connor Show, ESPN’s Bobby Marks *and* college basketball guru John Fanta both stop by to talk hoops. First up, the Front Office insider Marks is asked whether he believes the Memphis Grizzlies are the secret team in the running for Jimmy Butler. Knowing he’s a rental like what the Toronto Raptors once got for Kawhi Leonard, would the Grizz do it? Plus KOC and Bobby break down the trade possibilities for 3 disappointing teams: the Phoenix Suns, the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Golden State Warriors. Interestingly enough, Bobby and Kevin both seem to think Draymond Green could be moved to the Dallas Mavericks or the Detroit Pistons. And between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Oklahoma City Thunder, which powerhouse is the more likely trade destination for Cam Johnson?

And when John Fanta stops by, Cooper Flagg is the name of the game. Which NBA player comps can they both see in the Duke phenom? Kawhi Leonard, Kevin Garnett, and Anthony Davis are just some of the names that the guys land on when it comes to the guaranteed #1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Plus, TikTok may be in flux but PikTok is here to stay — Kevin introduces a new segment which is just that: talkin’ 2025 NBA draft prospects as seen through the eyes of the college basketball expert, Mr. Fanta.

(1:00) – Grizzlies defeat Timberwolves: Jimmy Butler to Memphis?

(7:45) – Cavs defeat Suns: Should Cavs trade for Cam Johnson?

(21:00) – Julius Randle for Cam Johnson?

(24:50) – Celtics defeat Warriors: time to trade Draymond Green?

(40:55) – KOC saw Cooper Flagg in person

(55:15) – Favorite non-top-three guy to watch: Derik Queen

(1:01:30) – Player who could steal #2 slot: Kasparas Jakucionis

(1:06:35) – Freshman standout to watch: Thomas Sorber

(1:11:10) – Senior ready for the NBA: Kam Jones