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In this week’s episode of The Kevin O’Connor ShowKevin is joined by Tate Frazier to take a deep dive into college basketball’s biggest storylines heading into the 2024 NBA Draft. A jam-packed episode breaks down the top prospects, sleepers and potential bargains.

Cooper Flagg continues to dominate as a top 2024 draft prospect, and Tate and Kevin discuss his impressive defensive play, his development potential and how he might fit with NBA teams like the Philadelphia 76ers. They’re also taking a look at other high-profile rookies like Ace Bailey and Dylan Harper and exploring whether anyone can challenge Flagg for the No. 1 overall pick.

The conversation shifts to some interesting draft sleepers, with Tate Lebaron highlighting Alabama’s Philon and Kevin Collin highlighting Murray Boyles, who draws comparisons to Draymond Green. They also discuss BYU’s Egor Demin and whether he could make his way into the lottery or even the top pick conversation.

The guys also talk about UConn’s rising stars, including Liam McNeeley and Alex Karaban, two prospects whose draft stocks are rising as the season begins. Tate weighs in on UConn’s chances of going three-peat and Kevin explains how these young players are developing under Dan Hurley’s system.

Finally, they address the state of the Charlotte Hornets, with Tate sharing his thoughts on LaMelo Ball and the future of the franchise as they look to build on the promising Brandon Miller.

(1:50) – The impressive freshmen of Cooper Flagg and Duke

(12:30) – Who can challenge Flagg for the top spot in the standings?

(18:55) – Favorite NBA draft sleeper

(34:15) – UConn deep dive: impressive freshmen and three scoring opportunities

(42:20) – Tate’s Hornets thoughts

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