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Get your daily sports and entertainment fix, insider news and commentary on the NBA, NCAA, NFL, UFC and WWE with the Chris Vernon Show presented by Direct Auto & Life Insurance. Tune in daily, Monday through Friday for in-depth coverage, interviews and more.

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    The Chris Vernon Show podcast is an absolute gem for sports fans, particularly those who are passionate about the Memphis Grizzlies. Hosted by Chris Vernon himself, alongside his entertaining sidekicks Jon Roser and Devin Walker, this podcast offers a perfect blend of humor and insightful analysis that keeps listeners engaged and entertained.

    One of the best aspects of The Chris Vernon Show is the chemistry between the hosts. Their banter and dynamic make each episode feel like a casual conversation among friends. It's refreshing to listen to a sports podcast where the hosts don't talk down to their audience but rather engage with them on a personal level. This creates a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere that makes you feel like you're part of the conversation.

    Another standout feature of this podcast is the quality of the interviews. Whether it's players, staff, or front office personnel, The Chris Vernon Show consistently delivers interesting and informative interviews that provide listeners with unique insights into the world of basketball. In particular, Tuesday's with Tony are always highly anticipated as Tony Allen brings his charismatic personality and basketball expertise to the table.

    On the flip side, one potential drawback of The Chris Vernon Show is its heavy focus on Memphis-based sports content. While this may be a positive for Grizzlies fans and those interested in Memphis sports culture, it may not resonate as strongly with listeners who aren't familiar with or invested in these topics. However, even if you're not a Grizzlies fan, there's still plenty to enjoy in terms of general sports news, pop culture discussions, and other entertaining segments.

    In conclusion, The Chris Vernon Show podcast is a must-listen for any sports fan, especially those who have an affinity for the Memphis Grizzlies. With its engaging hosts, diverse range of topics, and high-quality interviews, this podcast consistently delivers entertaining content that will keep you hooked from start to finish. Whether you're looking for insightful analysis or just some lighthearted banter, The Chris Vernon Show has got you covered.



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    Grizzlies Draft Picks Cam Boozer and Karim Lopez In-Studio + Grizzlies Acquire Isaiah Stewart, LaMelo Ball Traded to Wolves - 6/25/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 95:07


    We'll open up talking about the Grizzlies trading for Pistons C Isaiah Stewart and how he's the perfect player to play for the Grizzlies, how he'll bring a different attitude to the team, him being able to back up Zach Edey or start and play big minutes. Then we'll talk a little about the Grizzlies drafting Richie Saunders and how his great grandfather invented the tater tot. Then we'll run through the rest of the 2nd Round of the NBA Draft and give some thoughts on a few players (3:00). Grizzlies Draft Picks Cameron Boozer and Karim Lopez join the show in-studio (36:00)Grizzlies Summer League Schedule news + our thoughts on LaMelo Ball being traded to the Timberwolves and more thoughts on how the Grizzlies will continute to fill out their roster (57:23)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Guests: Cameron Boozer, Karim LopezTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Grizzlies Draft Cam Boozer and Karim Lopez - 6/24/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 96:41


    We'll spend the show talking about the Grizzlies drafting Cam Boozer and Karim Lopez + acquiring 5 second round picks, if the Grizzlies might be making more moves tonight and then we'll go through every pick in the first round and give our thoughts (3:00)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    NBA Draft Day, Giannis Traded to Miami, Jaylen Brown, Ja Morant - 6/23/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 93:39


    It's Tuesday's with Tony Allen in-studio presented by Mainland Pool Service. We'll spend the whole show talking about tonight's NBA Draft, Cam Boozer, some options for the Grizzlies if they stay at #16, Giannis getting traded to the Heat, what the Celtics do with Jaylen Brown, if Ja Morant will be traded tonight and more (3:00)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Guest: Tony AllenTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    NBA Draft Week, Giannis Rumors, Dusty May To Mavs, World Cup - 6/22/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 114:04


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!NBA Draft (7:38)Dog Identification (25:40)Target Guy & The Coward Formula (34:15)Giannis Rumors (56:36)Dusty May (1:11:58)Ed Sheeran In Nashville, Toy Story 5, Deante Hitchcock, House of the Dragon (1:24:05)World Cup (1:39:00)US Open (1:42:18)Mike Curtis & Scott Zachry (1:47:39)Tonight (1:52:10)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    NBA Draft Rumors Heating Up, World Cup, US Open, College World Series - 6/18/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 95:55


    NBA Draft rumors and innuendo are heating up, Danny Ainge's draft history, identifying potential sleepers by their high school rankings and some players who were the best in their conference that might go in the 2nd round (3:00). We'll give you 5 Things for the Weekend presented by the Tennessee National Guard: World Cup, College World Series, US Open, NBA Draft and Trade Rumors, NBA Draft Party (1:20:21)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    NBA Draft Rumors, Walker Kessler Contract Dispute, Stars Shine at World Cup - 6/17/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 94:08


    NBA Draft is less than a week away. We'll spend the first hour talking about the latest rumors including Cam Boozer going 2 and the possibility of Darryn Peterson going #1, Zodiac GM's thoughts on who fits best with the Grizzlies with the #3 overall pick and the #16 overall pick and more (6:15). Walker Kessler is in a contract dispute with the Utah Jazz....should the Jazz pay him more than the $140M they reportedly offered??? (58:32) Joshua Baez is on a tear for the Memphis Redbirds and hit 4 HR's last night (1:15:30). Is Trey Murphy available for trade from the Pelicans??? Rumors say New Orleans has made him avaialable in attempts to get into the first round of the NBA Draft (1:22:59). The World Cup did not disappoint yesterday. Mbappe, Haaland, and Messi all shined (1:27:04)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    The Return of Tuesday's with Tony Allen In-Studio - 6/16/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 102:29


    Tony Allen is back for Tuesday's with Tony presented by Mainland Pool Service. TA talks about how he's not allowed to train his son anymore (3:00) and then he'll talk about the Knicks winning the Championship, Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby, KAT, how the team came together, how you know you're playing with a special group of teammates (7:17). TA talks about his time winning a title in Boston, the parade, what made their group special and more (27:04). We'll wrap up talking about the NBA Draft, how we feel about Darryn Peterson, thoughts on Darius Acuff and tonight's World Cup games (1:25:20)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerGuest: Tony AllenTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Knicks Win Finals, Jalen Brunson's Ascent, US World Cup Dominance, UFC Freedom 250 - 6/15/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 116:00


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!Knicks Win NBA Finals (4:23)The FInals Numbers (16:03)Jalen Brunson (31:01)NBA Draft (44:51)World Cup (1:05:34)Joe's Records, Maternal Instinct, Toy Story (1:23:27) UFC Freedom 250 (1:40:40)Hurricanes Win Stanley Cup (1:46:49)Bud Cauley (1:50:53)Blaze Jordan & Tonight (1:53:39)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    USA Starts World Cup Play Tonight, Grizz Draft Knowledge, NBA Finals Game 5, Giannis Rumors - 6/12/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 76:53


    The United States opens World Cup play tonight and we'll get you ready for the World Cup by having some trivia. We'll test Devin and Bennett's soccer knowledge (3:00). We'll go into the Giannis trade rumors from The Athletic, the rumors around Austin Reaves and the Brooklyn Nets, and then Game 5 of the NBA Finals and if the Spurs are being too arrogant (26:17). I'll test Devin and Bennett's knowledge of Grizzlies draft history (43:11). We'll finish up with 5 Things for the Weekend presented by the Tennessee National Guard (57:13)Host: Jon RoserContributors: Devin Walker, Bennett DoyleTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Legendary Game 4 NBA Finals Reaction, Damichael Cole In-Studio on Grizzlies, NBA Draft - 6/11/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 92:20


    On today's show, Roser is hosting. Devin and Bennett are also here. Chris joins the show to start and gives us 5 things from last night's legendary NBA Finals Game 4. We talk about everything from OG Anunoby's game winner to De'Aaron Fox not trying to dribble out clock, Jose Alvarado's impact, Knicks ability to come back in these games, if Wemby is more to blame than Fox, how Josh Hart almost became the the goat and more (3:00).Damichael Cole covers the Grizzlies for the Commercial Appeal and he joins the show in-studio to talk NBA Finals, Grizzlies and some stuff on the NBA Draft including who he'd take #1 overall, Cam Boozer, some Grizzlies options at #16, if the Grizzlies will trade up, ranking the best guards in the draft, and if Ja Morant will be on this team come draft night (51:59)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker, Bennett DoyleGuest: Damichael ColeTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Show Announcement, NBA Finals Game 4 Tonight, LeBron Speaks to TIME Magazine, World Cup Preview - 6/10/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 97:01


    Chris has an announcement to start the show and then we'll get into Game 4 of the NBA Finals and why we think the Knicks will win tonight (3:00). LeBron is trying to steal the spotlight from the NBA Finals (39:57). Seamus Loftus is the owner of the Brass Door in Downtown Memphis and he joins the show in-studio to preview the 2026 World Cup. We'll go through every team and he'll give us the ones we really need to pay attention to (53:12)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerGuest: Seamus LoftusTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Spurs Take Game 3, Mike Brown Upset w/ Refs, Brendan Sorsby Ruling, Brian Kelly & Memphis - 6/9/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 92:59


    We'll open the show and spend the first hour talking all about Game 3 of the NBA Finals. The Spurs got one on the board. Wemby got in the paint, Castle stepped up big time, Jalen Brunson dribbled too much and KAT needs the ball more (3:00). Jonathan Givony was on a podcast with Woj and reiterated he would take Darryn Peterson #1 in the NBA Draft which leads us more into the odds of who will be picked where in the Top 3 (1:06:14). Chris touches more on the Brendan Sorsby ruling and why this might be the one the NCAA decides to take to court (1:17:41). Former LSU Head Coach Brian Kelly is consulting for Memphis Football??? (1:26:42) Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    NBA Finals, NBA Draft, College World Series, World Cup, Brendan Sorsby Case - 6/8/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 107:32


    10 Things from the Weekend! 1. NBA Finals Game 2 Recap (3:51) 2. NBA Finals Game 3 (20:16) 3. NBA Draft (34:51)4. College World Series (47:13)5. World Cup (53:40)6. Memphis Hound Dogs (1:11:50)7. Nelly Korda (1:30:25)8. Brendan Sorsby (1:35:33)9. RIP Stacey King (1:40:46)10. Tonight (1:42:30)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    NBA Finals Game 2 Tonight, Ohtani or Wemby, World Cup, NBA Draft - 6/5/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 94:36


    Chris is out again today. Roser, Devin, Gary Parrish and Bennett are here. GP needed this therapy session bad hahaha....they'll talk about blankets, blinds, housecleaners, Spurs/Knicks, Ohtani vs Wemby, Grizzlies NBA Draft prospects, if Ja is traded before the NBA Draft, and more (3:00).5 things for the weekend presented by the Tennessee National Guard Stanley Cup FinalsLove IslandBelmont StakesUSA vs Germany NBA Finals Game 2 (1:15:43) Host: Jon RoserContributors: Devin Walker, Bennett DoyleGuest: Gary ParrishTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Knicks Take Game 1, Jalen Brunson Big 4th, KAT vs Wemby, Ohtani's Run - 6/4/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 99:40


    Chris is out today. Roser, Devin and Bennett are here and spend the whole first hour talking about the Knicks win in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Jalen Brunson has Jordan energy, KAT isn't scared of Wemby, everyone needs a teammate like Josh Hart, what Wemby can do different and more (3:00).We'll run through news and notes of the day on Shohei Ohtani making some history, Cristopher Sanchez having his scoreless innings streak snapped, Christian Watson's new deal with the Packers and more (1:12:54).Host: Jon RoserContributors: Devin Walker, Bennett DoyleTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    NBA Finals Game 1 Tonight, NBA Finals Picks, Love Island S8 E1 Review - 6/3/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 88:02


    Season 8 of Love Island premiered last night. The whole crew watched it and give their thoughts/takes on it. There's a lot of people just making out. Dev went to a watch party to view it and he got caught in a compromising sitting position (3:00).NBA Finals Game 1 is tonight and we'll talk about it (20:15) and then Jared Weiss, who covers the Spurs for The Athletic, joins the show live via Zoom to talk about how the Spurs got here, how they beat OKC, why dealing with Victor Wembanyama is unlike anything NBA coaches have ever tried to deal with, and more (37:33)The Knicks have put out their hype video...we'll watch it and then give our picks on the NBA Finals (1:17:40)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Guest: The Athletic's Jared WeissTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    NBA Roster Building, NCAA Football 27 Cover, AJ Brown Traded, Aaron Donald Coming Back??? - 6/2/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 89:16


    We'll start the show with the news on the NCAA Football 27 cover featuring a star from Ole Miss (5:08). What are the Knicks chances in the Finals, why Jalen Brunson's action off the court got them here, and do we expect to see the Spurs in the Finals every year going forward??? (6:30). We've got an update on the College World Series (1:00:45). AJ Brown was traded and then used AI to put himself in a Patriots jersey as a kid, is Aaron Donald coming back and how will Kyler Murray do in a Vikings jersey (1:11:40).Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Spurs/Knicks To Meet In NBA Finals, College World Series, Myles Garrett Traded to Rams, Serena Williams - 6/1/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 105:37


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!Spurs/Thunder Game 7 (4:52)NBA Finals Set (27:44)Corgi Knows Ball + The Kings Downfall (41:03)Team Building (47:47)College World Series (56:14)What We Did This Weekend (1:17:23)The Cardinals and Redbirds (1:33:12)Serena Williams (1:36:46)RIP Raymond Berry (1:39:19)Tonight (1:42:50)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    NBA Draft Lottery Changes Official, Spurs/Thunder, NCAA Baseball Regionals, Tribal Combat - 5/29/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 87:26


    The Grumpy Grizzly has made its return...IN THE OFFSEASON?!?!?! Yeah, it's out because the NBA officially made changes to the NBA Draft Lottery and it kinda screws the Grizzlies over. We'll talk about all of it and how common sense did not prevail...once again (4:00). Spurs/Thunder will go to Game 7 and, outside of Game 1, it hasn't been a very entertaining series. Should OKC just bench Jalen Williams? We look at why the Spurs win and why the Thunder win. There's something common that happens with both teams (32:23). 5 Things for the weekend presented by the Tennessee National Guard (1:04:43)5. Cubs/Cardinals4. NCAA Baseball Regionals3. Tribal Combat2. Champions League FinalGame 7 West Finals Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    NBA Draft Lottery Changes, NBA Draft Deadline, Memphis Football Schedule - 5/28/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 96:07


    Chris will open with some story time about our show intro (3:00) and then he'll go into the changes to the NBA Draft Lottery, why the Grizzlies are the only team this even affects the Grizzlies and how it really shows the NBA doesn't know what to do so they're testing this out, AI reviewing calls, Thunder flopping, ranking SGA's falling down (10:00). We'll run through some names that decided to return to college instead of staying in the NBA Draft including Billy Richmond, Tyler Tanner, Milan Momcilovic and more (1:01:45). We also have some news on the times of Memphis football games (1:21:51).Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    OKC Wins Pivotal Game 5, Wemby Disappears, Jared McCain's Game, CP The Fanchise Talks Knicks - 5/27/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 100:02


    Chris starts the show by telling us both Spurs and Thunder fan bases are mad at him and how it happened. Chris says Wemby has to be better and it should be impossible for him to go 4-15, how the OKC big men have defended him, and Jared McCain's breakout game (3:00). CP The Fanchise from KnicksFanTV.com joins the show on Zoom to talk about the Knicks making the Finals, how it happened, the team flying him and other fans and influencers to Cleveland for Game 4, why the team has come together so well during the playoffs and much more (49:15). Cardinals/Brewers had some controversy (1:19:26) and Jock Landale was upset about his trade (1:30:56).Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerGuest: CP The FanchiseTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Knicks To The Finals, Jalen Brunson, All-NBA Teams, Spurs/Thunder Pivotal Game 5 - 5/26/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 91:12


    Knicks In Finals, Spurs/Thunder, 10 Things - 5/26/2610 Things from the Weekend!!! Knicks In The Finals (6:13)Brunson Stats (24:33) Spurs/Thunder Game 5 (30:48)NBA Draft Lottery Changes (38:37)All-NBA Teams (45:34)What Did You Watch (57:40)College World Series (1:12:29)College Football QB's (1:18:12) Wyndham Clark Wins Byron Nelson (1:22:52)Tonight (1:26:14) Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Knicks Go Up 2-0, Brunson's All Time Knicks Ranking, Spurs/Thunder, NFL OTA's - 5/22/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 83:49


    Knicks took care of business in Game 2 againt the Cavs and went up 2-0 in the Eastern Conference Finals. Should the Cavs still not panic? Where does Jalen Brunson rank among all time Knicks players? Game 3 of Spurs/Thunder is tonight and it's the first time in 33 playoff games that OKC is not favored. Will De'Aaron Fox make his series debut? Will Dylan Harper play? (8:49) We've got 5 things for the weekend presented by the National Guard: NFL OTA's, Byron Nelson, Charles Huff, East Finals, West Finals (1:04:40)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    OKC Evens West Finals, SGA Flopping, Coach David Thorpe on Cedric Coward + NBA Draft Class - 5/21/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 97:08


    Big ups to Cedric Coward who made 1st Team All Rookie (3:00). Then we'll go into Spurs/Thunder Game 2 including the injuries to Jalen Williams and Dylan Harper, the Thunder playing Hartenstein more, the videos of him just fouling Wemby, SGA flopping, if Stephon Castle's dunk was the best of the playoffs and more (10:05). Coach David Thorpe joins the show to talk about Grizzlies G Cedric Coward making 1st Team All-Rookie, how much better Cedric can get, what he has to work on the most, how he fits in when basketball gets played at the highest level (45:45). We've got Knicks/Cavs Game 2 tonight and there's a former Memphis Grizzlies player who has opened up a chicken wing spot in Tuscaloosa, AL (1:27:00)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Cavs Blow Game 1 at Knicks, Wemby's Shaolin Monastery, Jason Kidd Fired - 5/20/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 92:44


    Dev got a gift from a coworker...he'll show it off (3:00). Cavs blew a 22pt 4th quarter lead in Game 1 at New York, Jalen Brunson's there for it, Hunting James Harden, and Kenny Atkinson doesn't wanna use his timeouts (10:24). Details have emerged from Ramona Shelburne on Victor Wembanyama visit to a Shaolin Monastery last offseason to help him build who he is this season. We'll try to practice one of the poses Wemby had to do on the show (36:54). There's a youth movement in the NBA....Henry Abbott documented it (1:11:25). Jason Kidd was fired in Dallas (1:18:41).Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Spurs Take Game 1 vs OKC, WEMBY!!!!!!!, ESPN's Latest NBA Mock Draft, Nashville Gets Super Bowl - 5/19/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 77:38


    We'll spend the first 45 minutes talking all about the Spurs Game 1 win over the Thunder. Do we all agree what we're watching when we see Wemby play??? We'll talk about how the Spurs handled SGA and how he started to figure it out. Alex Caruso had a monster game but can he do it again? Wemby's greatness shouldn't make us forget about how amazing Dylan Harper was (3:00). Roser and Devin handle it the rest of the way and talk Game 1 Knicks/Cavs, ESPN's latest NBA Mock Draft, Nashville being awared the Super Bowl and more (49:51).Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Cavs/Knicks, Spurs/Thunder, SGA Wins MVP, Conor McGregor vs Max Holloway, Aaron Rai Wins PGA - 5/18/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 99:38


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!Cavs to Eastern Conference Finals (8:15)Spurs vs Thunder (21:29)SGA Wins MVP (32:06)MMA Weekend (40:10)Aaron Rai (48:56)What Did You Watch (1:06:17)EYBL Memphis (1:20:42)Cardinals & Tarps Off (1:24:38)Nashville Super Bowl 2030 (1:28:07)Tonight (1:34:22)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Remembrance of the Life of Brandon Clarke

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 21:01


    Grizzlies Get #3 Pick in NBA Draft, NBA Playoffs, WNBA Opening Weekend - 5/1/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 104:40


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!Grizzlies Get #3 Pick (8:20)Mike Wallace Live from Chicago (19:17)NBA Draft (41:31)NBA Playoffs--Western Conference (49:42)NBA Playoffs--Eastern Conference (57:17)What Did We Watch? (1:13:47)WNBA Opening Weekend (1:27:02)NFL Schedule Leaks (1:31:25)Kristoffer Reitan (1:36:17)Tonight (1:40:34)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Guest: Mike Wallace Technical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Lakers Mad About Thunder Whistle, Darryn Peterson & Creatine, NBA Draft Lottery Weekend - 5/8/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 104:27


    Lakers are mad they aren't getting calls against the Thunder and we can't help but laugh (6:22). Darryn Peterson says spiked creatine levels were why he was cramping so much in his first season at Kansas. We'll talk about that and more with Gary Parrish in-studio (13:00). We'll give you 5 Things for the Weekend...Mother's Day, WWE Backlash, NBA West Playoffs, NBA East Playoffs, NBA Draft Lottery (1:28:32)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerGuest: Gary ParrishTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Knicks Up 2-0, Anunoby's Hamstring, Spurs Even w/ Wolves, NBA Draft, Russini/Vrabel Video - 5/7/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 96:22


    Draymond Green didn't make people like him anymore after last night's appearance on Inside the NBA (5:58). The Knicks took Game 2 but lost OG Anunoby to a hamstring injury. He's questionable but Chris thinks they'll sit him on Friday and then wait and see for Sunday (13:10). Spurs evened things with Minnesota, Dylan Harper's emergence, Anthony Edwards injury, and what the Spurs did different. We'll also go into the NBA Draft Lottery and the slew of picks the Grizzlies have (24:00). Chris has a story about the music King William is listening to (53:22), there's a new ESPN NBA Mock Draft (1:13:23) and we'll talk about the new video from TMZ of Diana Russini and Mike Vrabel getting on a boat together while she's pregnant. Chris doesn't think Vrabel will survive this and won't be the Patriots coach by the start of the season (1:19:13)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Pistons/Thunder Take Game 1's vs Cavs/Lakers, NBA Overrated Players List, Nick Wright Defends Memphis - 5/6/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 90:28


    Pistons took Game 1 against Cleveland last night and Chris wonders is defense all the way back??? Look at the scoring from the Spurs/Wolves, OKC/Lakers and this one last night. Chris argues you can have offensively deficient players on the court now but you can't have defensively deficient players (3:48). Lakers took Game 1 from OKC and Roser gets called out and has to defend a certain Lakers player (20:00). Nick Wright defended Memphis on Bill Simmons podcast saying Memphis deserves good NBA Draft Lottery karma (30:12). Joel Embiid is out (33:30). Will more teams care about what your defensive potential is now in the NBA Draft and which player does that help most? Chris gives his thoughts (55:09). Pacers and Clippers are in a X battle (1:18:00) and the NBA Most Overrated Players list is out (1:23:35).Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Wolves Take Game 1 vs Spurs, Knicks Rout Sixers, Mike Conley's Throwback Night, NBA Draft Simulator - 5/5/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 92:31


    We'll reminisce for a little bit to start the show about the 2015 Grizzlies (3:00) and then we'll go into the playoff games from last night. Were the Sixers just tired from their Game 7 on Sunday night or will they not have an answer for Jalen Brunson all series long? Chris points out the assist numbers from Karl-Anthony Towns as a reason the Knicks offense has been clicking so well these last 4-5 games (9:00). Will Game 1 be learning moment for the young Spurs? Dylan Harper was there for it. Does Wemby get away with a lot of fouling and goaltending? Julius Randle has underrated strength and Jaden McDaniel showed Stephon Castle how it's done as an elite defender (15:28). ESPN has an NBA Draft Lottery simulator that nobody knows about (1:09:19). UAB Head Coach Andy Kennedy made some comments on twitter after UAB got a player to commit to them over Memphis (1:16:00) and we'll end the show talking about tonight's Pistons/Cavs and Lakers/Thunder games (1:19:11).Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Kentucky Derby Recap, NBA Playoffs, NHL Playoffs and MLB Picks Tonight

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 57:13


    We'll recap what happened in the NBA Playoffs in our first segment. We'll play Who Said It during our second segment. In the final segment of the show, we give NHL Playoffs picks and MLB picks for the night. 

    Pistons, Sixers Come Back from 3-1, Riverbeat, Zach Bryan, RIP John Sterling - 5/4/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 100:03


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!Pistons Come Back from 3-1 (5:10)76ers Come Back from 3-1 (16:37)Cavs Close Out Raptors (27:39)NBA News & 2nd Round Starts Tonight (34:00)Golden Tempo Wins Kentucky Derby (47:08)Zach Bryan, Dave Matthews, T-Pain, Wale (1:02:44)NHL Playoffs (1:29:53)RIP John Sterling (1:31:41)Cam Young (1:34:07)Tonight (1:36:48)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Memphis Basketball Adds Tylik Weeks, Kentucky Derby, Sixers Force Game 7, And RIVERBEAT Excitement - 5/1/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 93:54


    Chris is out today. Roser is filling in. Devin is here and CJ is in the booth. Gary Parrish joins the show to start and we'll go into Memphis Basketball adding Southern Miss G Tylik Weeks, how the Tigers are going about building their roster, the structure from the top to bottom, the NCAA Tournament expanding and more (3:00). We have 5 Things for the Weekend presented by the National Guard...(42:00)5. Redbirds Weekend4. NHL Playoffs3. NBA Playoffs2. Kentucky Derby Preview1. Riverbeat Music Festival ExcitementHost: Jon RoserContributors: Devin Walker, CJ HurtGuest: Gary ParrishTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Cade & Paolo Drop 45, Rockets Win in LA, Duke Deal w/ Amazon, Greg Sankey on CFP - 4/30/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 102:20


    Pistons took Game 5 at home against Orlando, Cade and Paolo went band for band, and Chris says why he thinks it's a good thing for Detroit that it was a close game. Cavs/Raptors played another close game and we're all impressed with the Raptors rookie Collin Murray-Boyles + Rockets get one in LA and LeBron talks down Sengun at the FT line (3:00). John Wall was named the President of Basketball Operations at Howard (1:12:47), Duke signed a deal with Amazon which has us wondering if more teams will bid out their non-conference games (1:17:37). Greg Sankey spilled some beans on the future of the CFP to Paul Finebaum (1:29:45). Verno's favorite transfer, Olivier Rioux, has announced his decision (1:34:40)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Embiid Dominates Celtics, Wemby & Spurs End Blazers, NBA Lottery Reform, NCAA Tournament Expansion - 4/29/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 97:37


    Sixers force a Game 6 in Philly against the Celtics, the Celtics didn't have an answer for Joel Embiid. Wemby was dominant on defense against the Blazers and the Knicks figured out the Hawks (5:26). We're getting NBA Lottery Reform and we're a fan of this. We think it's a step in the right direction (32:00). NCAA Tournament is expanding and Chris blames Roser for it + the Tigers added Josh Holloway (1:19:25). We'll go through the NBA Playoff games tonight (1:30:28)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Magic Go Up 3-1 on Pistons, Where Is Jalen Duren? NBA Mock Drafts, Penny Adds Transfers - 4/28/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 92:34


    Magic went up 3-1 on the Pistons last night. Where is Jalen Duren??? What if All-NBA was voted on after the playoffs...would Jalen Duren still make 2nd Team??? Thunder closed out the Suns and Chris talks about how discouraging it is to watch the T'Wolves without Ant and Divincenzo. Also, some Grizzlies fans had nostalgia last night seeing Ja and JJJ courtside in Orlando cheering on Desmond Bane. Chris reminds people of what actually happened when we last saw them all together on the court (3:00). Brad Stevens was named NBA Executive of the Year and Cooper Flagg won NBA Rookie of the Year (43:30). Roser went to see Michael and gives his review (57:11). Chris goes through a new NBA Mock Draft (1:09:36). Penny adds some new transfers (1:22:19)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    NBA Playoffs, Ant, Divincenzo Injuries, NFL Draft, Miika Muurinen to Arkansas - 4/27/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 103:36


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!NBA--West Playoffs (5:33)NBA--East Playoffs (25:06)NBA Playoff Injuries (37:55)NFL Draft (43:27)The Undrafted (1:03:11)What We Watched (1:15:31)NHL Playoffs (1:23:45)Miikka Muurinen to Arkansas (1:27:58)The Fitzpatrick Brothers (1:32:06)Tonight (1:36:14)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    NFL Draft Round 1, Knicks Game 3 Disaster, T'Wolves Stand On Business - 4/24/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2026 95:07


    We'll spend the first hour all on the NFL Draft and the NBA Playoff games from last night. The Titans taking Carnell Tate at #4, the Cowboys landing Caleb Downs, to the Rams drafting Ty Simpson + the Knicks were a disaster at the end of Game 3 in Atlanta (3:00). We'll give you 5 things from the weekend to wrap the show (1:16:13)Host: Jon RoserContributors: Devin Walker, Bennett DoyleTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Grizz News, Pistons Roll Magic, Devin Booker Calls Out Refs, Vrabel/Russini New Pics, NFL Draft Tonight - 4/23/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2026 92:42


    Memphis social media was in a frenzy yesterday after Adam Silver said he'd like to see the Grizzlies play some regular season games in Nashville. Chris talks about why people shouldn't be upset about that (3:00). Pistons rolled the Magic in Game 2...well, really they rolled them in the 3rd quarter (25:07), Devin Booker calls out the refs after their Game 2 loss at OKC and Chris talks about why NBA fans are starting to turn on the Thunder (32:40). NY Post published "new" pics of Patriots Head Coach Mike Vrabel and former Athletic Reporter Diana Russini....these are from 6 years ago...why are photos from 6 years ago now surfacing??? (52:27). NFL Draft Round 1 is tonight, what stood out in the final mock drafts that had us doing Brian Windhorst fingers, why Ty Simpson is likely to go in the first round, the teams that actually might trade up, if the Titans can come away with Jeremiyah Love and more (1:08:51). We've got Game 3's tonight between Hawks/Knicks, Raptors/Cavs, Nuggets/T'Wolves (1:27:57)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    VJ Edgecombe's Rise, Wemby Concussion, Disgusting Rockets, Adam Silver, NFL Draft - 4/22/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2026 96:10


    Chris tries to have a conversation with his son wearing headphones (3:00). VJ Edgecombe's big Game 2 helped the Sixers even things with the Celtics. Is this just what you get with Boston when they don't make 3's??? (9:58) Wemby got a concussion, Scoot Henderson remembered it used to be a debate between him and Wemby for the #1 pick (23:48). Luke Kennard is killing the Rockets, Houston's offense is gross (33:50). Adam Silver's comments about Memphis on Pardon My Take (50:50). NFL Draft prospects and where they ranked out of high school + the favorites to go in the Top 4 (1:06:35)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Hawks & Wolves Even Series w/ Knicks & Nuggets, CJ McCollum The Villain, Mike Tomlin to NBC, Mel Kiper Mock - 4/21/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2026 94:53


    Hawks evened things with the Knicks last night. Is CJ McCollum the new villain for Knicks fans??? Why the Knicks should've kept going to KAT (5:30) T'Wolves won in Denver to tie things up with the Nuggets. Jaden McDaniels called the whole Nuggets team bad defenders, Rudy Gobert showed up in a big way, Bones Hyland had a big game and more (53:44). News and Notes from the day on Billy Donovan stepping down in Chicago and why Chris thinks he has something else already lined up, Mike Tomlin going to NBC's Sunday Night Football, Ashton Daniels named Florida State's starting QB, and Mel Kiper's final Big Board (1:17:32)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    NBA Playoffs Game 1's, WrestleMania 42, NFL Draft Week, Cardinals Win 5th Straight, 10 Things - 4/20/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2026 100:14


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!NBA -- West Playoffs (3:26)NBA -- East Playoffs (22:25)NBA Award Finalists (34:22)WrestleMania 42 (41:11)NFL Draft (54:57)LANY and Baby Keem (1:13:32)Indiana DC vs Alabama Fans (1:29:14)Cardinals Win 5th Straight (1:32:00)Matt Fitzpatrick (1:33:31)Tonight (1:36:28)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Tiger Basketball Additions, NBA Playoffs, WrestleMania Weekend, Former WWE Superstar Eugene In-Studio - 4/17/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2026 77:37


    Gary Parrish joins the show in-studio. Devin and Roser are headed to Nashville this weekend...both for concerts...which brings up Gary talking about seeing Ryan Adams, Chris going to see Zach Bryan and a bunch of stuff you'll all laugh about (3:00). Memphis Basketball made some additions and GP talks about them and just where the program is today. Next they'll go into WrestleMania and the NBA Playoffs (11:47). Dustin Starr aka 5 Starr aka OH YEAH!!!! joins the show in-studio and brings former WWE Superstar Eugene with him. 5 Starr gives us 5 Things for WrestleMania weekend presented by The National Guard (51:00)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerGuests: Gary Parrish, Dustin Starr, Former WWE Superstar EugeneTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Curry Goes Nuclear, Draymond Locks Up Kawhi, Magic Disappoint, Jared Weiss on Spurs, Wemby - 4/16/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2026 92:13


    Devin went to Outback last night, tells us about his order and now Chris is questioning his credibility (3:00). Sixers beat the Magic. Is Tyrese Maxey universally liked by all NBA fans??? What happened to Paolo? Chris compares him standing in the corner to Ben Simmons and then says they should've fired their coach 2 months ago and it could've saved their season (12:17). Steph Curry did Curry things last night against the Clippers, Al Horford turned back the clock and Draymond Green locked up Kawhi (22:41). Jared Weiss covers the San Antonio Spurs for The Athletic. He joins the show live on Zoom to talk about the differences in covering the Spurs vs the Celtics, access to Wemby, what he's like, how he carries himself off the court, his focus, visiting Keldon Johnson's ranch, living in San Antonio and more (31:09). Tim McMahon wrote a Ja story today. We'll go through a little bit of it (1:18:52). NFL Draft is next week, NBA caved on the 65 game rule and Azzi Fudd got asked about her relationship with Paige Bueckers at her press conference (1:26:22).Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerGuest: The Athletic's Jared WeissTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Deni Avdija's Big Night, Hornets Win, LaMelo's Dirty Play on Bam, LIV Golf Done? - 4/15/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2026 91:14


    Deni Avdija went off for 41pts against Phoenix. We'll talk about his emergence as a #1 guy for Portland, if there's ever been another player traded for almost nothing that then turned into an All-Star (6:04). Hornets beat Miami in Overtime. LaMelo Ball's dirty play on Bam, will he get suspended for the next play-in game, and more (27:33). Parker Pounds, Rihards Vavers, and Brandin Cummings have all committed to play for Memphis next season (1:12:30). Is LIV Golf done???? (1:22:26)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    NBA Play-In Tonight, WNBA Draft, WWE Raw before WrestleMania, Caleb Wilson Is A Freak - 4/14/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2026 88:22


    We'll start the show off talking about the WNBA Draft, the Commissioner's comments and why she can't get out of her own way (3:00) + if anything happened in WWE Raw last night that should get us excited for WrestleMania and why Chris has never cared about CM Punk (10:02). NBA Play-In game's are tonight and we'll talk about why we're rooting for the Hornets (15:00). Caleb Wilson is a freak....should he be getting more love as a potential top 2 pick???? (1:04:20)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Grizz Wrap Up Season, Zach Kleiman Presser, Rory Wins Masters, Play-In Games Set, 10 Things - 4/13/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2026 100:42


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!Grizz Media Day (5:21)Grizz Weekend (33:56)Rory Wins The Masters (38:33)NBA Play-In Games (45:35)Insane Stat Lines (52:41)Euphoria, Love On The Spectrum, Predators Game, Topps Chrome WWE (1:06:09)KG Returns to Minnesota (1:24:38)Doc Rivers Out In Milwaukee (1:26:48)Blaze Jordan (1:29:25)Tonight (1:32:36)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    The Masters Round 2 Updates. Grizz/Jazz, Blazers/Clippers, NBA Playoff Race - 4/10/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2026 82:22


    Gary Parrish joins the show in-studio to talk about the Final Four and if teams will copy Michigan's team building (3:00)The Masters Round 2 Update 1 (37:04)Grizz/Jazz, Blazers/Clippers, NBA Standings (51:25)The Masters Round 2 Update 2 (1:15:35)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Guests: Gary Parrish, Frog, Dog, Bee, Turtle, Walrus Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

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