KOC Mailbag: Giannis trade scenarios, Mavs variance, Ace Bailey's debut & more

Kevin O’Connor answers fans' biggest questions ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season.

Kevin O’Connor answers fans' biggest questions ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season, starting with questions about if Giannis will still be in Milwaukee at the end of the season what with all the trade rumors surrounding him. What teams could actually put together appealing trade packages for Giannis? 

KOC weighs in on the Dallas Mavericks’ low floor and high ceiling, and reveals his favorite sleeper rookie prospects. Plus, hear KOC’s optimistic takes on breakout teams like the Utah Jazz, how the Philadelphia 76ers could surprise us all and the evolving future of the Indiana Pacers.

(0:30) Which team has best Giannis trade package?

(9:08) Mavs could contend, or TANK

(12:06) Rookie sleeper picks

(14:41) Is KOC wrong about Kuminga's fit with Golden State?

(16:39) Can Utah & Ace Bailey take the next step?

(20:06) Will the 76ers be this season's surprise team?

(24:58) Can Luka win MVP this season?

(27:56) The Wemby-Kornet connection in San Antonio 

Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks dribbles up court against the Indiana Pacers during game three of the first round of the 2025 NBA playoffs at Fiserv Forum on April 25, 2025 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images)
Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks dribbles up court against the Indiana Pacers during game three of the first round of the 2025 NBA playoffs at Fiserv Forum on April 25, 2025 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images)
(Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images)

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