Kevin O'Connor

Senior Staff Writer

O’Connor covers the NBA for The Ringer. Since 2014, he’s published an annual NBA Draft Guide. When he’s not analyzing basketball, he plays his guitar.

The Mismatch

NBA Summer League Standouts and Rumors of Westbrook to the Nuggets

Verno and KOC also react to the news that TNT will submit an offer to retain NBA rights

By Chris Vernon and Kevin O'Connor July 23

The Ringer's NBA Draft Show

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 talk NBA summer league, and Deuce Mason and Morgan Ragan come on to discuss the Sacramento Kings

By Kevin O'Connor and Tate Frazier July 17

The Mismatch

Bronny James, Reed Sheppard, and Summer League Observations. Plus: Jalen Brunson’s Extension.

Chris and KOC also debate if Tidjane Salaun will become the best French player from this draft class, get into what DaRon Holmes’s unfortunate injury means for the Nuggets, and more

By Chris Vernon and Kevin O'Connor July 16

The Mismatch

Zach Edey, Jared McCain, and Impressive Rookie Debuts. Plus: DeMar’s Impact on the Kings’ Offense.

Also, the guys discuss who they are most excited to watch at this year’s summer league in Las Vegas and how the Spurs’ offseason has set them up for success

By Chris Vernon and Kevin O'Connor July 9

NBA Free Agency

Fifteen NBA Observations on Free Agency, Lauri Markkanen, and the Best Deals So Far

Life is good for the Thunder and Sixers. Not so much for the Nuggets and Bucks. Plus, thoughts on the chase for Lauri and the free agent who could be the biggest steal this summer.

By Kevin O'Connor July 2