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Redick to L.A., the Caruso-Giddey Deal, Bronny, and NBA Draft Rumors

The NBA offseason is officially underway, and Verno and KOC are here to cover it

By Chris Vernon and Kevin O'Connor
Photo by Joshua Gateley/Getty Images


With the Finals now behind us, Verno and KOC dive fully into the offseason, starting with the Lakers’ hiring of JJ Redick as their next head coach (02:34) and the Pistons’ firing of Monty Williams (23:44). Next, the guys discuss the surprising trade between the Thunder and Bulls that sends Alex Caruso to OKC and Josh Giddey to Chicago (31:01). They also discuss the latest news around the league, including Pascal Siakam re-signing with the Pacers, Sixers free agent rumors, and more (41:17). With the draft next week, the guys discuss the latest with Bronny James and KOC’s latest mock draft (48:11).

Got a question for Verno and KOC? Send them an email at [email protected]!

Or you can send the guys a tweet @ChrisVernonShow and @KevinOConnorNBA!

Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor
Producer: Jessie Lopez
Social: Keith Fujimoto

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