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Brock, Dawson and Hunter preview this year's NBA Finals matchup between the Indiana Pacers and the Oklahoma City Thunder. See who they have winning the Larry O'Brien Trophy and who might take home the Finals MVP Award.

The Oklahoma City Thunder are on their way to the 2025 NBA Finals after defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference Finals. The boys recap what went well for Oklahoma City and discuss if Indiana or New York stands a chance against them in the finals.

After a few weeks off, the boys are back to talk some NFL Football. They take a look at the announcement of NFL players being allowed to participate in flag football in the upcoming Olympic Games. Hear who Brock, Braden and Dawson would like to see get the opportunity to win a gold medal.

The boys react to a wild Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals where the Indiana Pacers led by Tyrese Haliburton rally late to upset the New York Knicks in Madison Square Garden. They discuss how big of a win this is for the Pacers and what the Knicks need to do to bounce back in Game 2. They will also give their thoughts on the Oklahoma City Thunder's blowout victory in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals. Can anyone stop the Thunder from capturing the NBA Championship this season, and will Shai Gilgeous-Alexander be the first player since LeBron James in 2013 to win League MVP, Finals MVP and an NBA Championship in the same season?

Brock and Hunter react to the devastating injury Jayson Tatum suffered at the end of Game 4 of the Celtics vs Knicks series. They discuss what this means for Tatum and what is next for Boston. They will also take a look at the 2025 NBA Lottery results, as it appears that Cooper Flagg will be on his way to Dallas.

What is next for the Milwaukee Bucks? Can the Lakers come back in the series against the Timberwolves? Who should Celtics fans cheer for in the Knicks vs Pistons series? Brock, Dawson and Hunter look at the biggest headlines of the NBA Playoffs.

Dawson and Braden preview the 2025 NFL Draft. They complete one final mock draft and discuss the big rumors heading into the draft.

Another quiet week in the NFL, but the boys are still determined to put a show out. They will discuss some of the recent trade rumors swirling around the NFL and share their updated mock drafts.

Brock, Dawson and Hunter preview the 2025 NBA Playoffs. They give out their picks for every matchup and call their shot on who they think will take home the Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy this season.

During what has been a dead week in the world of NFL news and headlines, Dawson and Braden discuss win totals for NFL teams and reveal their updated NFL Mock Drafts.

The boys take a look at some of the rule changes that the NFL will be making for the upcoming season and provide their thoughts on the changes. Braden and Dawson will also reveal their updated mock draft.

Brock and Chase take a look at this year's Final Four. Hear who they have winning this weekend and who they think is in the best position to win it all.

Dawson and Braden recap some of the offseason moves NFL teams and players have made in free agency. They will also release their updated mock drafts as we get closer to the NFL Draft.

Could SGA become the GOAT of the Oklahoma City Thunder by the end of the season? The boys discuss what it will take for that to happen. They will also react to the news of Damian Lillard's injury and other headlines in the NBA.

Brock and Chase recap the first two rounds of the NCAA Tournament and preview what should be an exciting second weekend of the tournament.

NOTE: THIS EPISODE WAS RECORDED BEFORE DARIAN DEVRIES WAS HIRED AS THE NEXT INDIANA HEAD COACH! Brock and Chase react to this year's NCAA Tournament Bracket. Hear who they like heading into the tournament.

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The boys discuss Kyrie Irving's season-ending injury and how it affects the already struggling Mavericks. They also give their thoughts on which teams are prepared for a playoff run as the NBA Playoffs are right around the corner.

Brock, Dawson and Hunter discuss the 76ers' future after Joel Embiid's injury continues to be an issue for Philadelphia.

Brock and Hunter look back at an interesting All-Star Weekend in the NBA. Hear their thoughts on this year's events and whether the NBA needs to do something different in the future.

Brock and Chase react to the rankings the NCAA Basketball Committee released right before Saturday's games. Hear their thoughts about the rankings and which teams they have moving up or down based on last weekend's results.

After a week of hyping up a fantastic Super Bowl matchup between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs, the game turns out to be a one-sided beatdown. The Eagles dominated and captured their 2nd Super Bowl in franchise history. Hear what Brock and Dawson have to say about Sunday's game and what is next for both teams.

The 2025 NBA Trade Deadline was one for the history books. Luka Dončić is a Laker, Jimmy Butler is on his way to Golden State and the Khris Middleton era is over in Milwaukee. Hear what Brock, Dawson and Hunter have to say about some of the biggest trades and which teams are in a better position to win now that the deadline has passed.

The time has finally come. Super Bowl LIX is this weekend, and the boys are here to give their final predictions ahead of the matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles. Dawson, Braden and Brock give their thoughts and official score predictions heading into the game.

Brock, Chase and Hunter preview the biggest sporting event of the year, but with a twist. They will be taking a look at some of the random bets a person can make this weekend involving the Super Bowl. How long with the National Anthem be in seconds? What will Kendrick Lamar first song be, and what color of Gatorade will be dumped on the winning coach? The guys will answer these important questions along with others as we get closer to Super Bowl Sunday!

An emergency podcast to react to the Luka Dončić trade. The boys will give their thoughts on the trade and the type of impact it will have for both the Los Angeles Lakers and the Dallas Mavericks.

Super Bowl LIX is set. The Eagles steamroll the Commanders, and the Chiefs continue to find a way to win as they defeat the Bills. Hear what the boys think about a rematch of Super Bowl LVII.

Brock and Chase recap the National Championship Game between Ohio State and Notre Dame. They will also give four basketball teams they think could make a deep run in March based on their performance to this point in the season.

The final games before the Super Bowl are set. The Philadelphia Eagles will take on the Washington Commanders, and the defending champs, the Kansas City Chiefs, will host the Buffalo Bills. Dawson, Braden and Brock preview these two matchups and make their predictions on who they expect to make the Super Bowl.

Brock, Hunter and Dawson discuss the ongoing issues between the Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler. When will Butler get traded, and what teams will be involved in the trade?

Dawson and Braden recap Wild Card Weekend and preview the Divisional Round matchups.

The boys recap the final week of the regular season and give their playoff picks. Do the Chiefs become the first NFL team to 3-peat, or does someone else take the title of Super Bowl Champs?

Brock and Chase discuss the biggest stories heading into the semifinals of the College Football Playoffs. They also will look at the current rankings of College Basketball as conference play begins.

Brock, Braden and Dawson discuss the biggest headlines in the NFL and recap last week's games. They debate who would benefit the #1 Seed in the NFC the most and whether or not Saquon Barkley could win the MVP Award.

The boys take a look at this year's NBA Christmas Day Schedule and give out their picks for every game. Hunter will also give his thoughts on his Milwaukee Bucks winning the NBA Cup and whether Giannis should be the front-runner for the MVP Award.

Brock and Chase give their thoughts on this week's CFP matchups. See who they have winning each game. They also give their thoughts on the early parts of the College Basketball season and who could have a good run in March.

Brock and Dawson recap last week's games and discuss which teams are setting themselves up for success as we get closer to the playoffs.

The boys react to the news of a potential Jimmy Butler trade in the NBA. Hear their thoughts on Jimmy Butler and the impact that he has made in the league. They will also discuss Chris Paul's accomplishment of moving into 2nd All-Time in Career Assists and the brutal injuries that might hurt the Orlando Magic.

Brock and Chase preview the most interesting Conference Championship Games and how they might impact the College Football Playoff Rankings.

Multiple issues with technology derail this episode of The Hardwood Convos. Still, the boys try their best to talk about some NBA Hoops. They react to the In-Season Tournament Standings and give their thoughts on the ESPN Top 25 Under 25 Rankings.

Happy Thanksgiving! Brock and Chase are back with another episode filled with College Football and Basketball talk. They discuss the current Big 12 Championship Game scenarios and if there is a chance they could miss out on the College Football Playoffs. Chase will also give out some teams in the College Basketball world that have impressed him so far this season.

Brock, Dawson and Braden give their thoughts on the amazing win from the Buffalo Bills. See who Dawson has as his new #1 team in his power rankings after his Chiefs lose their first game. The boys will also discuss the state of a handful of NFL teams that are in need of a desperate change of either personnel or front-office leadership.

Brock, Dawson and Hunter react to Boston snapping Cleveland's undefeated start to the season. Hear their thoughts about both team's performances and how they felt about the playoff-like atmosphere in a regular season game.

After having the week off last week, Brock and Chase are back to talk about some college sports. They give their opinions on the interesting CFP Rankings and react to the postgame comments made by Utah's Athletic Director. Chase also gives his early thoughts on the College Basketball season!

Brock and Dawson recap an exciting weekend of football. How do the Chiefs continue to find a way to win? Who is the best team in the NFL, and what do the Chicago Bears do after another loss?

The boys are back with a new episode after a small break. They will give their thoughts and reactions to the biggest storylines in the NBA and give their opinion on the in-season tournament.

Dawson and Braden recap week 9 of the NFL Season and take a look at the most recent trades in the NFL. They will also discuss the midseason award odds as we inch closer to the postseason.

Brock and Chase react to the newest AP Poll. Is the AP Poll still relevant in this era of College Football, or is it time to eliminate it?

After an exciting start to the NBA Season, the boys are back to react to some of the headlines from the first week of the season. Hunter gives an update on his Milwaukee Bucks and what they are doing wrong after a 1-3 start to their season, and Brock gives major praise to JJ Redick and the Lakers. The boys will discuss the Kawhi Leonard and Joel Embiid injury controversies and react to the "amazing" Dwyane Wade Statue.

Brock and Dawson react to the recent news and storylines in the NFL as they get ready for the midpoint of the 2024 Season. They discuss the final play of the Commanders vs. Bears game and react to Anthony Richardson asking for a break in the Colts game.

Brock Beirman is off for the week, so Dawson calls up his buddy Braden Beenken to talk some NFL Football. They will give their thoughts and opinions on some of the biggest storylines in the NFL.