Baskin & Phelps

Full Show - 6/23

Baskin and Phelps react to the shocking trade of Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat and analyze how it reshapes the Eastern Conference landscape. They evaluate the Cleveland Cavaliers' roster needs and potential moves heading into the NBA Draft while considering the impact of the salary cap second apron. 01:51 - Giannis Traded To Miami 06:06 - Comparing To Garrett Trade 10:05 - Cavaliers Roster Strategy 13:50 - Cavaliers Rolling It Back 19:50 - LeBron James Puppet Master 24:00 - Defining Championship Teams 28:10 - Analytical Basketball Philosophy 34:15 - Randle Traded To Nets 38:40 - Wing Players Dominate League 42:45 - Dean Wade Free Agency

Andy Baskin and Jeff Phelps discuss the NBA draft before welcoming Mary Kay Cabot of cleveland.com to analyze the Cleveland Browns' roster and quarterback competition. They react to Joe Thomas's comments regarding a Myles Garrett trade and evaluate Jimmy Haslam's ownership strategies across multiple franchises. Meredith Kain joins to deliver headlines regarding Trae Young's contract extension, new NFL stadium developments, and Mike Babcock's return to the NHL. 01:50 - NBA Draft And Browns Interview 07:33 - Browns Roster Shuffling 16:30 - Joe Thomas On Garrett Trade 21:35 - Jimmy Haslam Ownership Philosophy 31:11 - NBA And NFL Headlines 39:17 - PGA Tour And Mike Babcock

Jeff Phelps and Andy Baskin examine the Cleveland Guardians' recent struggles and consider potential reinforcements from the minor leagues. They are joined by Chris Fedor to discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' approach to the NBA Draft, salary cap constraints, and the future of Evan Mobley as an offensive centerpiece. 01:50 - Guardians Recent Performance 07:03 - Potential Roster Changes 10:42 - Guardians Ownership And Payroll 16:47 - NBA Draft Roster Strategy 21:28 - Cavaliers Salary Cap Management 27:43 - NBA Blockbuster Trade Analysis 36:16 - Evan Mobley Offensive Potential

Sam Amico joins Baskin & Phelps to discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' strategies for the upcoming NBA draft and potential roster adjustments involving the core four. They examine the decision by top prospect AJ Dybantsa to forgo a traditional agent and break down Mike Garafolo's report regarding the cancellation of the NFL supplemental draft. 02:24 - Sam Amico Interview 05:49 - Cavs Roster Impact 09:05 - Core Four Discussion 12:15 - Bucks Roster Moves 16:46 - Local NBA Prospects 19:50 - Dybantsa Skips Agent 22:48 - NBA Rookie Scale 26:12 - Supplemental Draft News

Jeff Phelps and Andy Baskin break down why top NBA prospect AJ Dybantsa is choosing to skip hiring a traditional agent in favor of a brand-focused strategy. They also cover local star Darren Peterson's draft prospects and discuss Mike Garafolo's report on the NFL's canceled supplemental draft and Brendan Sorsby's subsequent ineligibilty for the 2026 season. 01:00 - NBA Draft Preview 03:25 - Dybantsa Skips Agent 12:34 - Supplemental Draft Update

Sam Amico of Hoops Wire joins Baskin & Phelps to break down the Cavaliers' options with the 29th pick in the NBA Draft. They discuss the likelihood of trading the pick, the importance of keeping the core roster together, and how recent moves by the Bucks and Heat affect Cleveland's standing. 01:01 - Sam Amico Draft Analysis 05:31 - Cleveland Roster Outlook 12:15 - NBA Conference Rivalry Moves

Jeff Phelps and Andy Baskin debate whether Evan Mobley has been given enough opportunity to grow into a primary offensive threat for the Cleveland Cavaliers. They analyze shot distribution between Mobley and the backcourt while questioning the team's offensive philosophy heading into the NBA Draft. 01:00 - Show Introduction 01:33 - Evan Mobley Offensive Growth 07:48 - NBA Draft Preview Tease

Jeff Phelps and Andy Baskin are joined by Chris Fedor of cleveland.com and the Wine and Gold Talk Podcast to break down the Cleveland Cavaliers' options with the 29th pick in the NBA Draft. They discuss the financial impact of the luxury tax apron and the potential for roster changes involving stars like Evan Mobley. The group also evaluates Mobley's development as an offensive player and reacts to news regarding Giannis Antetokounmpo. 01:00 - NBA Draft Pick 29 06:43 - Managing Second Apron 11:16 - Potential Trade Assets 13:05 - Giannis Trade Analysis 18:12 - Mobley's Offensive Ceiling

Jeff Phelps and Andy Baskin break down the Guardians' recent offensive skid and Gabriel Arias' historically difficult performance at the plate. They discuss the potential for calling up Cooper Ingle from Triple-A to provide a spark and evaluate coaching decisions from the recent loss to the White Sox. 01:01 - Guardians Skid Without Stars 03:00 - Gabriel Arias Offensive Woes 07:15 - Evaluating Roster and Coaching

In Tuesday's edition of Headlines, Jeff Phelps and Andy Baskin bring in Meredith Kain to help analyze the Washington Wizards' roster moves and the "spaceship" design of the Buffalo Bills' new locker room. They also discuss the PGA Tour's upcoming promotion and relegation structure and the Edmonton Oilers' decision to hire Mike Babcock as their head coach. 02:07 - Wizards Rebuild Begins 03:53 - Bills Stadium Design 09:36 - US Open Crowd Drama 13:10 - PGA Promotion System 15:52 - Mike Babcock Joins Oilers

Andy Baskin and Jeff Phelps react to Joe Thomas' explanation of why the Cleveland Browns' decision to trade Myles Garrett to the Rams is part of a necessary building phase for the organization. They analyze Jimmy Haslam's philosophy of trading veteran stars for future assets and compare these moves to historic Cleveland Guardians roster decisions. 01:00 - NBA Draft and Trade News 02:51 - Joe Thomas on Garrett Trade 04:51 - Browns Building Phase Discussion 07:58 - Jimmy Haslam's Trading Philosophy 13:00 - Business Realities vs Fan Loyalty

Mary Kay Cabot joins Andy Baskin and Jeff Phelps to discuss rumors surrounding Deshaun Watson and the possibility of adding Brendan Sorsby to the roster. They also analyze the development of rookie offensive linemen and the impressive performance of receivers KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston. 01:00 - NBA Draft Expectations 02:22 - Browns Quarterback Rumors 07:02 - Roster Depth Evaluation

Jeff Phelps and Andy Baskin explore the Cavaliers' difficulty navigating the NBA's salary cap while trying to add impactful wing players. They reflect on the Donovan Mitchell-Lauri Markkanen trade and discuss whether Dean Wade remains a viable part of the rotation moving forward. 01:30 - NBA Trade Analysis 02:54 - Cavs Roster Constraints 06:16 - Markkanen Trade Review 10:03 - Dean Wade Debate 13:53 - NBA Draft Strategy

As NBA draft day arrives, the discussion shifts toward the seismic implications of a blockbuster trade sending Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat. Local callers weigh in on whether the Cavaliers should maintain their core roster or trade their 'bigs' to acquire more scoring threats. They also debate the value of the mid-range shot in an era dominated by three-point analytics and evaluate James Harden's future in Cleveland. 01:02 - Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Impact 04:42 - Cavaliers Draft Prospect Outlook 08:38 - Defining A Championship Team 12:11 - Mid-Range Scoring Efficiency Debate

Andy Baskin and Jeff Phelps react to the blockbuster news of Giannis Antetokounmpo being traded to the Miami Heat. They analyze the impact on the Eastern Conference, the Cleveland Cavaliers' potential response regarding James Harden and Evan Mobley, and what to expect during the NBA Draft. 01:00 - NBA Draft Day Preview 01:28 - Giannis Trade To Heat 05:24 - Grading The Blockbuster Deal 08:04 - Cavs Offseason Moves Analysis 12:27 - Eastern Conference Landscape Update

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Andy Baskin and Daryl Ruiter discuss the far-fetched possibility of the Cavaliers acquiring both Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James in a blockbuster scenario. They also analyze the team's financial constraints regarding the salary cap and explore theoretical front office moves involving Mike Gansey and Jimmy Haslam. 01:29 - Cavs Superteam Trade Hypotheticals 03:32 - Salary Cap and Draft Strategy 07:01 - Theoretical Front Office Moves

Ethan Sands joins Andy Baskin and Daryl Ruiter to break down the Cleveland Cavaliers' high-stakes offseason and the feasibility of bringing LeBron James back to Northeast Ohio. They explore trade rumors involving Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jaylen Brown while discussing how the team must manage the salary cap to remain championship contenders. 01:04 - Ohio High School Sports 02:29 - LeBron James Return Rumors 06:53 - Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Speculation 09:16 - Jared Allen Future 12:08 - Evan Mobley Development Runway

In Monday's edition of Headlines, Andy Baskin and Daryl Ruiter bring in Meredith Kain to help react to rumors of a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo trade and its impact on the NBA draft. They also discuss Brady Tkachuk joining his brother in Florida and the latest results from the World Cup. 01:34 - Headlines With Meredith Cain 05:22 - Giannis Trade Rumors 09:48 - Tkachuk Joins Panthers 13:13 - World Cup Updates

Daryl Ruiter shares a theory with Andy Baskin involving a potential Shedeur Sanders trade and the team's interest in Brendan Sorsby. They break down the massive salary cap hurdles tied to Deshaun Watson's contract and when a roster move might finally be feasible. 01:00 - Mustache And Cartoons 03:43 - Shedeur Sanders Trade Theory 11:08 - Deshaun Watson Contract Breakdown

Andy Baskin and Daryl Ruiter's discussion explores a theory regarding the Cleveland celebrity softball game and why its hosts, including Joe Haden and Jarvis Landry, often depart the team soon after. They debate whether Denzel Ward is at risk while highlighting his elite performance and consistency despite common narratives about his health. 10:47 - Celebrity Softball Game Curse 12:33 - Denzel Ward Trade Speculation 13:20 - Respecting Denzel Ward's Impact

Andy Baskin and Daryl Ruiter react to Chad Johnson's claims regarding Shedeur Sanders potentially replacing Deshaun Watson as the Browns' starter. they also review Todd Monken's performance during the offseason and discuss Myles Garrett's absence from voluntary OTAs. 01:00 - NBA Draft and Intro 01:33 - Chad Johnson's QB Theory 06:53 - Monken and Garrett Discussion

Andy Baskin recounts to Daryl Ruiter a spontaneous Father's Day trip to Niagara Falls where he successfully crossed the border despite having an expired passport. Meredith shares her own complicated experience obtaining a Real ID due to adoption paperwork inconsistencies. They also discuss unique border geography and the Gordie Howe Bridge. 01:28 - Celebrity Golf Match Debate 03:38 - Baskin's Expired Passport Story 07:34 - Passport and Document Struggles

Scott Petrak of the Chronicle-Telegram and BrownsZone.com joins Andy Baskin and Daryl Ruiter to discuss the Cleveland Browns' potential interest in the supplemental draft and Andrew Berry's history of taking risks on players with character concerns. They evaluate the current quarterback situation involving Deshaun Watson and explore hypothetical future scenarios for the position. 01:46 - Scott Petrak Joins 02:38 - Browns Draft Risks 09:32 - Browns Quarterback Future

Andy Baskin and Daryl Ruiter analyze the likelihood of LeBron James returning to Cleveland, noting the Cavaliers haven't made moves to clear salary space like they did in 2014. They also debate Donovan Mitchell's market value and whether he deserves a $70 million annual extension compared to stars like José Ramírez. 01:00 - Cleveland Weather Forecast 01:48 - LeBron Return Rumors 05:20 - José Ramírez Contract 06:00 - Donovan Mitchell Value 11:54 - Cavs Roster Status

Andy Baskin and Daryl Ruiter analyze the likelihood of a third LeBron James stint in Cleveland after Dave McMenamin's latest reporting. They contrast the fan reception in Los Angeles versus Northeast Ohio and examine the salary cap implications for the Cavaliers front office. 01:09 - Firestone Country Club Memories 04:23 - LeBron James Future Rumors 09:38 - LeBron's Return History Comparison

Andy Baskin and Daryl Ruiter react to rumors of LeBron James potentially returning to the Cleveland Cavaliers for a third stint. They analyze the team's performance against the New York Knicks and debate Mike Brown's effectiveness as a head coach. 01:25 - Mayflies and Father's Day 04:30 - LeBron Cavs Return Rumors 11:01 - Mike Brown Coaching Debate

Featuring Mary Kay Cabot, Justin Termine, Chris Assenheimer, Dan Hoard, Mike Renner, and Steve Phillips.

During the past week, the hosts of 92.3 The Fan continued the conversation about the Browns and the prospect of drafting quarterback Brendan Sorsby. First of all, how good of a player is he really? And, how realistic of an option is he for the Browns? Can a player with his history of gambling issues win the trust of his teammates? All that and more!

92.3 The Fan presents a selection of conversations about the Cavaliers from during the past week. The guys discuss the Cavs' title odds, whether the James Harden trade was a failure, the chances of LeBron coming home to finish his career, and whether Donovan Mitchell can take on a Jalen Brunson-type of role in Cleveland.

92.3 The Fan presents a selection of conversations about the Guardians from during the past week. The discussion is dominated by talk about the injury to perennial All-Star Jose Ramirez. What does it mean for the team as presently constituted, and what does it mean for the roster ahead of next month's trade deadline? What is your current confidence level in the team, and they have earned the benefit of the doubt given their track record of success in recent years?

Jeff Phelps and Spencer German talk about what prospects could propel the Guardians for the near future.

Columbus Clippers play-by-play man Ryan Mitchell joined Jeff Phelps and Spencer German Friday to talk about Cooper Ingle's 3 homer game on Thursday and who and why prospects can't think about getting potentially called up while playing in the minors.

Jeff Phelps and Spencer German talk about what the next city could be for an NFL team to be in.

Jeff Phelps and Spencer German listen to the co-owner of the UFL acdientally let out a big NFL secret.

Jeff Phelps and Spencer German react to Nick Chubb's comments on not totally taking a return to the Browns off the table.

Jeff Phelps and Spencer German give their takes on MLB potentially changing their draft format.