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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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    Latest episodes from Chris Vernon Show

    Thunder Win NBA Finals, Tyrese Haliburton's Achilles Injury, KD Traded to Rockets, Fanatics Games - 6/23/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 114:38


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!Thunder Win NBA Finals (6:08)Pacers Season (23:27)Lessons for Grizzlies (32:55)Kevin Durant Trade (47:50)NBA Draft (1:14:10)Smino in Nashville, Henhouse, Top Golf, Karen Read Documentary on HBO Max (1:24:07)Fleetwood and Keegan (1:36:24)LSU Wins College World Series (1:40:17)Fanatics Games (1:44:31)Tonight (1:50:35)Host: Chris VernonCo-Hosts: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Pacers Force Game 7, Ace Bailey and NBA Draft, Caitlin Clark/Sophie Cunningham WNBA All-Star Voting - 6/20/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 81:28


    On today's show, Chris is ecstatic the Pacers have forced a Game 7 of the NBA Finals, Siakam's poster on Jalen Williams, TJ McConnell's dad on NBATV, and why the Thunder are playing with fire (3:00). Kendrick Perkins contradicts himself talking about the Grizzlies, Woody Paige sticks up for Memphis and Zach Edey was pulled over for reckless driving....in a KIA Sorento....(34:14)Ace Bailey's strange pre-draft process, who is advising him and does he have a promise from a team + WNBA All-Star voting returns came out (55:08)Host: Chris VernonCo-Host: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Stephen A. Smith & Memphis, Grizzlies Back In Kevin Durant Sweepstakes?, Cedric Coward, Caitlin Clark/Sophie Cunningham - 6/18/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 97:12


    On today's show, we'll spend the first hour talking about what Stephen A. Smith had to say again this morning about Memphis on ESPN's First Take (3:00) before going into the report that the Grizzlies might be back in the Kevin Durant sweepstakes (28:00). The Chris Vernon Show has its official pick for who the Grizzlies should draft at #16 in next weeks NBA Draft (1:05:26) and we'll talk about Sophie Cunningham standing up for Caitlin Clark (1:26:20).Host: Chris VernonCo-Hosts: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Tony Allen In-Studio on Stephen A Smith's Comments About Memphis, Desmond Bane Trade, NBA Finals Game 5 - 6/17/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 96:04


    It's Tuesday's with Tony Allen Presented by ESCO. TA joins the show in-studio to talk all about the Thunder winning Game 5 of the NBA Finals (3:00), the Grizzlies trading Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic (20:54) and Stephen A. Smith's comments this morning on ESPN about why players don't want to come to Memphis (24:45).Now that the Grizzlies have the 16th pick, we'll talk about the NBA Draft (1:09:41)Host: Chris VernonCo-Hosts: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerGuest: Tony AllenTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Desmond Bane Trade Reaction + 10 Things - 6/16/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 115:51


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!Desmond Bane Trade (4:56)Desmond Bane Trade Reactions (18:11)NBA Finals Game 5 (1:02:21)Pete Thamel Memphis Report (1:09:56)JJ Spaun Wins US Open (1:16:26)Perfect Wife, St. Louis, Love Island (1:26:56)Stanley Cup Finals (1:44:38)Rafael Devers Trade (1:51:12)Caitlin Clark (1:53:59)Tonight (1:55:10)Host: Chris Vernon Co-Hosts: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Pacers vs Thunder Game 4 w/ Gary Parrish + PGA Tour Pro Braden Thornberry In-Studio - 6/13/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 98:55


    Gary Parrish is in-studio for close to an hour. We trash talk about Pacers/Thunder and the show goes totally off the rails (3:00).PGA Tour Pro Braden Thornberry joins the show in-studio to talk about what he has done recently on the PGA Tour including a Top 10 at Zurich in NOLA, what the current guys are going through at Oakmont in the US Open right now, how you qualify for each majors, some Grizzlies basketball and more (52:02)Host: Chris VernonCo-Hosts: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerGuests: Gary Parrish, Braden ThornberryTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Pacers Go Up 2-1 on Thunder, The Athletic's Jared Weiss, Taylor Jenkins and the Knicks? - 6/12/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 92:05


    Chris and Devin pop off to Roser aka Dr. Thunder after the Pacers went up 2-1 over the Thunder in the NBA Finals. TJ McConnell and Ben Mathurin's moment, the Pacers defensive activity wearing down OKC, SGA getting tired and more (3:00). Jared Weiss from The Athletic has written a lot about the Pacers this season. He joins the show on zoom to talk about these Finals, his story on Tyrese Haliburton and his mental health, Rick Carlisle letting go of control over the offense and more (29:23). News and Notes of the Day on Stanley Cup Finals Game 4, Shemar Stewart's contract with the Bengals, and the Knicks coaching search continues (1:16:12)Host: Chris VernonCo-Hosts: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerGuests: The Athletic's Jared WeissTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Memphis Football Coach Ryan Silverfield In-Studio + NBA Finals Game 3, Knicks Coaching Disaster - 6/11/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 101:53


    Memphis Head Football Coach Ryan Silverfield joins the show in-studio for the first hour to talk about having twin girls just a few months ago, living in Memphis for the last 10 years, competing in the NIL era, the revenue sharing now, still recruiting high school kids, talking to Quavo regularly, his conversations with AD Ed Scott and the landscape of the conference, a possible move and more (3:00).We'll talk about tonight's NBA Finals Game 3 the rest of the show and what we expect to see, Deion Sanders update on his health, Knicks coaching search disaster, and Kevin Durant working with the Suns on a trade to the Rockets, Spurs, Wolves, Heat and/or Knicks (1:26:00)Host: Chris VernonCo-Hosts: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerGuest: Memphis Football Coach Ryan SilverfieldTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Tony Allen In-Studio on NBA Finals, SGA, DeMarcus Cousins + NFL OTA's, Murray State - 6/10/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 100:01


    It's Tuesday's with Tony Allen Presented by ESCO. TA joins the show in-studio and makes an outrageous claim that is very Wilt Chamberlain-esque about his white t-shirts (3:00) and then we'll go into the NBA Finals, the Pacers trying to guard SGA, Indiana adjustments for Game 3 and then we'll have story time with TA about DeMarcus Cousins plus he'll talk about the one-on-one game with Lance Stephenson and Michael Beasley (13:58). We'll go through News and Notes of the day on Murray State going to the College World Series, Panthers taking Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Finals, Deion Sanders health issues and Holdout Watch at NFL OTA's (1:17:44).

    NBA Finals 1-1, Zach Edey Injury, Stanley Cup Finals, US Open - 6/9/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 109:47


    10 Things from the Weekend!1 - NBA Finals Game 2 (6:26)2 - SGA/Haliburton (13:53)3 - Zach Edey Injury (33:36)4 - Stanley Cup Finals (53:45)5 - College World Series (1:01:16)6 - The Accountant, Money In The Blank, Belmont Grill, Jack Brown's, Redbirds, Boxing (1:17:29)7 - Memphis Wrestling (1:32:40)8 - NFL News (1:41:46)9 - US Open Week at Oakmont (1:44:29)10 - Tonight (1:47:35)

    Pacers Stun Thunder and Take Game 1 of NBA Finals, Aaron Rodgers Signs w/ Steelers, Lil Wayne's Carter VI - 6/6/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 74:32


    Gary Parrish joins Roser, Devin and Bennett in-studio and they'll talk about the Pacers taking Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the Thunder, OKC's decision to make a starting lineup change, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren not showing up, Haliburton's shot, Pascal Siakam and the role players for Indiana stepping up and more. We'll then go into Aaron Rodgers signing with the Steelers and Lil Wayne's Carter VI (3:00)

    NBA Finals Game 1 Tonight, OKC Championship Inevitable???, RIP Hooters, Kevin Durant Trades - 6/5/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 84:16


    On today's show, Roser is hosting + Devin and CJ are here with him. They'll spend the first 30-40 minutes talking about teachers needing to be appreciated more and then we'll go into Game 1 of the NBA Finals tonight and Roser has a bunch of stats and historical data that will make you believe that an Oklahoma City Thunder championship just might be inevitable...but we'll still talk about ways we think the Pacers might be able to win. We'll also say goodbye to the Downtown Hooters here in Memphis (3:00). Grizzlies Pregame, Halftime, Postgame and Sideline Reporter Rob Fischer joins the show in-studio and we'll find out how well he knows Grizzlies ball.....then we'll talk more about the NBA Finals, Kevin Durant trades and get his thoughts on Tom Thibodeau (45:49)

    Knicks Fire Thibs, CJ Stroud Can't Throw, Ringer NBA Top 100, Do You Know Ball? - 6/4/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 100:14


    On today's show, Chris is out and Roser is hosting. Devin and Bennett are here with him. They'll talk about Tom Thibodeau getting fired by the Knicks and why it is what it is in the NBA and head coaches getting fired + the Kings looking to trade LaVine, DeRozan or Sabonis + the Bulls open to trading Lonzo Ball and CJ Stroud not being able to throw the ball right now (3:00).We'll find out if Devin, Bennett, and Jessica know ball. I'll test their Grizzlies player knowledge. We'll throw a random Grizzlies player on the screen and they'll have to guess who it is. Jessica Benson will also give us her rite of passages to becoming a true Memphian (51:32) Host: Jon RoserCo-Hosts: Devin Walker, Bennett DoyleContributor: Jessica BensonTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Tony Allen In-Studio on NBA Finals, SGA/Haliburton + Magic Jersey Reveal, NCAA Super Regionals - 6/3/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 92:46


    On today's show, Tony Allen joins the show in-studio presented by ESCO to preview the NBA Finals. We'll talk about if we think Indiana has a chance, why they aren't a normal #4 seed, SGA vs Haliburton, why OKC matches up well with the Pacers and more (3:00). Wake Forest's baseball coach has had to apologize + Super Regionals are set, Owen Weilson has a new show on Apple TV, the Orlando Magic had a jersey reveal and we have Grizzlies preseason news (1:19:00)Host: Chris VernonCo-Hosts: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    NBA Finals Set, Scottie Scheffler Is A Machine, Rockies Are Terrible, NY Liberty, 10 Things - 6/2/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 115:45


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!Pacers Win Eastern Conference (8:02)NBA Finals (27:38)Big Market Bias (35:54)NY Liberty (56:06)Scottie Scheffler The Machine (1:02:44)Tiger Woods, Moving, Yoga, The Wire (1:26:43)Stanley Cup Finals (1:38:08)College Baseball (1:46:04)Rockies Worst Start Ever (1:50:24)Tonight (1:54:56) Host: Chris VernonCo-Hosts: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Knicks Force Game 6, How Memphis Lost PJ Haggerty, Zion Allegations, CFP Changes - 5/30/25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 93:49


    The gang's all here. In the first hour, Gary Parrish joins the show in-studio and it gets outta control right away. We'll talk Peabody Rooftop Party, Stefon Diggs and pink cocaine, Pacers/Knicks, Pascal Siakam and Gregg Doyel, Newspapers and dead dads, how Memphis lost PJ Haggerty and why it might not be as uncommon in the future (3:00). We'll finish up the show talking about the allegations against Pelicans F Zion Williamson and some proposed changes to the College Football Playoff (1:16:11) 

    Thunder To NBA Finals, Knicks/Pacers Game 5, Brett Favre, College Football Schedules - 5/29/25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 88:36


    We spend the first hour talking about the Oklahoma City Thunder clinching a spot in the NBA Finals, if it makes us feel better about the Grizzlies and if we're actually closer to the rest of the West than we thought since OKC ran through the T'Wolves. We'll also briefly talk Knicks/Pacers Game 5 tonight in NYC (3:00).Chris did everybody a favor and watched the Untold Brett Favre documentary (1:06:10) and College Football had a bunch of schedules released including times for Labor Day Weekend featuring Ohio State/Texas, Florida State/Alabama and more (1:18:31) 

    Tyrese Haliburton Makes History, How To Build An NBA Team in 2025, Wolves/Thunder Game 5 - 5/28/25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 91:05


    On today's show, Tyrese Haliburton went crazy and made history in last night's Game 4 win over the Knicks, where Haliburton ranks among the elite in the league, how these conference finalists were built, why it gives us hope for the Grizzlies + the players with the most IG followers, Travis Scott's UTOPIA, Shaboozey, Rob49 and whatever else comes our mind. We go off the rails a little (3:00)

    Tuesday's with Tony Allen on SGA, OKC Up 3-1 on Wolves, Knicks/Pacers + PJ Haggerty to Kansas State - 5/27/25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 103:26


    It's Tuesday's with Tony Allen presented by ESCO. TA joins the show live from Los Angeles and they'll spend the first hour talking about the Thunder going up 3-1 on the Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards not having an impact offensively, SGA and the multiple ways he beats you, the legend he compares to, Minnesota leaving Jalen Williams wide open, the growth of Chet (3:00) and then they'll go into Pacers/Knicks including if the Knicks were better without Brunson, Aaron Nesmith's ankle injury, KAT's 4th quarter in Game 3 and if the Pacers respond tonight (49:35). We'll catch up on some stuff we missed late last week/yesterday including Jaren Jackson Jr missing All-NBA and if we think he'll just play out the final year of his contract (1:17:32), PJ Haggerty transferring to Kansas State (1:23:54) and the new HBO Documentary on Pee Wee Herman called "Pee Wee As Himself" (1:30:50)

    Thunder Break T'Wolves in Game 2, Michael Malone on SGA/Jokic, CFP Seeding, Knicks/Pacers Game 2 - 5/23/25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 77:17


    On today's show, we'll spend the first hour on the Thunder's Game 2 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, Julius Randle's benching, OKC's big 3 showing up, if the Thunder broke the Wolves will and more (3:00). In the final segment we'll hit the news and notes of the day on Michael Malone commenting on SGA/Jokic, changes to the College Football Playoff seeding, Knicks/Pacers Game 2 tonight and more (1:01:23)

    Knicks Choke Game 1 Away vs Pacers, The Aaron Nesmith Game, JJJ Makes 2nd Team All Defense, Thunder/T'Wolves Game 2 - 5/22/25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 92:18


    We'll spend the first hour talking all about the thriller at Madison Square Garden last night between the Pacers and Knicks, The Aaron Nesmith Game, Tyrese Haliburton's shot, how the Knicks lost and more (3:00). Anthony Edwards fined $50K by the NBA, NBA announces the All-Defensive Teams and Jaren Jackson Jr makes his 3rd All-Defensive Team + WrestleMania 42 being pulled out of New Orleans (1:06:53)

    Caitlin Clark Makes History...Again, OKC Takes Game 1 vs T'Wolves, CP The Fanchise Talks Knicks/Pacers - 5/21/25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 95:29


    On today's show, Caitlin Clark made more history in the WNBA (3:00) and then we'll go into the Thunder's Game 1 win over the T'Wolves talking about SGA's foul baiting, their physicality on defense, how it frustrated Minnesota, Jaden McDaniels fouling out, their Gobert problem, and more (5:10). CP The Fanchise from Knicks Fan TV joins the show on Zoom to talk all about Knicks/Pacers (27:29)Jessica Benson joins the show in-studio and she'll test our sports knowledge with some trivia on the NBA, animal names, and more (1:02:15)

    Tuesday's w/ Tony Allen Previewing NBA Conference Finals - 5/20/25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 98:55


    It's Tuesday's with Tony Allen Presented by ESCO. TA joins the show live on Zoom to preview the Eastern and Western Conference Finals. Wolves/Thunder Game 1 is tonight. Can Julius Randle have another big series against the Thunder bigs? How OKC will defend Randle, if Minnesota's athleticism will cause problems for the Thunder, if there should be more days between playoff games, Eastern Conference Finals, the matchups, why some people dislike Tyrese Haliburton, who TA thinks will win the Championship, the All-Rookie teams were announced and we'll go over them (3:00). We'll talk Thunder/Wolves, OKC playing Gobert off the court, Minnesota needing to take care of the ball, and more. We'll also talk about the Fanatics games Pros vs Joes at Fanatics Fest 2025 in New York (1:17:46)

    NBA Conference Finals Set, NBA Mock Draft, Scottie Scheffler Wins PGA - 5/19/25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 120:06


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!Thunder vs Timberwolves (5:27)Pacers vs Knicks (25:42)Playoff Risers (49:36)NBA Mock Draft (58:14)Scottie Scheffler (1:06:38)American Manunt: Osama Bin Laden, Untold: Liver King (1:22:09)Nike EYBL (1:35:35)WNBA Season Openers (1:44:24)NHL Playoffs (1:56:38)Tonight (1:58:30)

    Celtics Take Game 5, Wolves Eliminate Warriors, NFL Schedule Release, PGA Championship - 5/15/25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 94:28


    The Luke Kornet Game in Boston, if the Celtics might be better with all the pressure off of them, if they could play better without Jayson Tatum + Wolves closing out the Warriors, Jimmy Butler not being able to be your #1 again, the run Julius Randle is on and more (3:00). Caleb Williams' dad had some comments in a new Seth Wickersham book about the Chicago Bears and why Caleb didn't want to go there (44:15)PGA Championship Round 1 (58:28)NFL Schedule Relese (1:05:06)Host: Chris VernonCo-Hosts: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerAssociate Producer: Jena BroylesTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace

    Thunder Win All-Time Game 5 vs Nuggets, Pacers Close Out Cavs, Cooper Flagg Receipts - 5/14/25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 95:57


    We'll spend the first hour talking about the Pacers closing out the Cavs, a lot of similarities between the Cavs and Grizzlies, Haliburton talking trash to Ty Jerome and why he did it, Max Strus' text to teammates, Indiana's wings (3:00) and then we'll go into the all-time Game 5 we saw last night with the Thunder and Nuggets, Jokic's performance for the ages, nobody else for Denver making a shot in the 4th quarter, Westbrook's airballs, Lu Dort finally making some threes, Chet Holmgren's defense late and SGA closing it out in the final 2 minutes (19:04).We have receipts of Devin praising Cooper Flagg....a big 180 turn from how he talked about the #1 pick yesterday (34:22).John Calipari returning to Memphis??? (46:47)Jessica Benson joins the show in-studio to give us her 5 sports conspiracy theories that she believes. Topics include Patrick Ewing, Michael Jordan, UNLV, Tom Brady, World Cup and more (1:09:55) Host: Chris VernonCo-Hosts: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerGuest/Contributor: Jessica BensonAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace 

    Tony Allen In-Studio on Cooper Flagg, Jalen Brunson's Superstar Status, Jayson Tatum, Playoff Jimmy - 5/13/25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 99:46


    It's Tuesday's with Tony Allen Presented by ESCO. TA joins the show back in-studio to talk about the Wolves going up 3-1 on the Warriors, Playoff Jimmy, Julius Randle's emergence in the playoffs, Knicks going up 3-1 on the Celtics, where Jalen Brunson ranks among the best in the NBA, if he's a Top 5-10 player now, and Jayson Tatum's injury (3:00). Next, we'll talk about the Mavericks winning the NBA Draft Lottery and Tony Allen has STRONG opinions on Cooper Flagg (21:25) and then we'll talk about the pivotal Game 5's tonight between Pacers/Cavs and Thunder/Nuggets (52:30) Host: Chris VernonCo-Hosts: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerGuest: Tony AllenAssociate Producer: Jena BroylesTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace 

    NBA Playoffs, Giannis Trades, Michael Jordan joining NBA on NBC, NBA Draft Lottery - 5/12/25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 105:46


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!1. NBA Western Conference Playoffs (6:41)2. NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs (22:28)3. NBA Draft Lottery (41:45)4. Giannis (50:57)5. Memphis vs Louisville (58:53) 6. Sinners, Bonnie Raitt, Memphis Zoo (1:10:06)7. NFL News on Derek Carr Retiring, Eagles/Cowboys, Travis Hunter (1:24:28)8. Michael Jordan (1:32:59)9. PGA Championship Week (1:39:59)10. Tonight (1:43:13)Host: Chris VernonCo-Hosts: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerAssociate Producer: Jena BroylesTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace 

    Wolves Even Series 1-1, Anthony Edwards Ankle, Draymond's Postgame Comments, Jordon Hudson and UNC - 5/9/25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 89:30


    On today's show, Gary Parrish joins the gang in-studio for the first hour and they'll talk about Draymond Green's postgame comments about being labeled an angry black man, the Warriors offense without Steph Curry, the amazing advancements in ankle treatments after Anthony Edwards returned last night, Kendrick Lamar's Grand National Tour and more (7:45). Is Jordon Hudson allowed at UNC Football practices or not??? We have conflicting reports. Either way, it's just strange what's going on with Bill Belichick and the UNC Football program (52:56).NBA Playoffs Game 3's including an injury update on the Cavaliers, if the Celtics can actually have a good 4th quarter, the Warriors playing 10 games in 19 days, what we expect from Denver/OKC this weekend (1:10:38) Host: Chris VernonCo-Hosts: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerGuest: Gary ParrishAssociate Producer: Jena BroylesTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace 

    Knicks Take 2-0 Lead in Boston, Thunder/Nuggets 1-1, TNT's Brian Anderson, Shooting Guards on Netflix - 5/8/25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 95:30


    On today's show, the Knicks go up 2-0 in Boston, the Celtics fall apart in the 4th quarter again, Jayson Tatum coming up small, Jalen Brunson, Mitchell Robinson's impact, Mikal Bridges coming out party and more (3:30). We'll thank the OKC Thunder for letting us go to bed early (24:49). TNT's Brian Anderson is calling the Warriors/Wolves series and he joins us live on zoom from Minneapolis (28:55) Chris and Devin both watched the Shooting Guards documentary on Netflix about Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton (1:21:14)Host: Chris VernonCo-Hosts: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerGuest: NBA on TNT's Brian AndersonAssociate Producer: Jena BroylesTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace 

    Tyrese Haliburton's Game 2 Statement, Steph Curry's Hamstring, Cowboys Trade for George Pickens, Conclave - 5/7/25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 102:04


    On today's show, we spend the first hour talking about the Indiana Pacers taking Game 2 from the Cleveland Cavaliers. Did the Pacers win it or did the Cavs choke it away? Tyrese Haliburton's big shot and his big balls celebration, Kenny Atkinson's comments after the game, Donovan Mitchell acting hurt, the mentality of the Pacers wings in Mathurin and Nesmith. Then we'll go into the Warriors Game 1 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, Draymond Green's impact on the Warriors defense and how he might just be underrated, Buddy Hield's heater, his relationship/friendship with Jimmy Butler, Anthony Edwards bad game, Steph Curry's injury, and how the Warriors can manage without him (4:00).Chris thinks the Cowboys are winning the Super Bowl now that they acquired George Pickens (1:01:07)Jessica Benson joins the show in-studio to give us 5 things we might've missed over the last week including (1:14:22):RiverbeatMet GalaConclaveThe Rehearsal and The Last of UsMovie Star List Host: Chris VernonCo-Hosts: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerContributor: Jessica BensonAssociate Producer: Jena BroylesTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace 

    Tuesday's with Tony Allen; Knicks and Nuggets Take Game 1's Over Celtics and Thunder - 5/6/25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 97:59


    It's Tuesday's with Tony Allen presented by ESCO. TA joins the show on Zoom to talk about the Knicks Game 1 win over the Celtics, why he thinks Boston is still in a good spot, Mikal Bridges performance from the Knicks, and more. Then they go into the Nuggets Game 1 win over Oklahoma City, Jokic being unguardable, Chet missing the late game free throws, why they started fouling up 3, Aaron Gordon's improvement, and they'll talk the Warriors/T'Wolves series starting tonight (8:26). The rest of the show, we'll talk about tonight's Pacers/Cavs Game 2 and Game 1 of Warriors/T'Wolves, which road team has the best chance of winning, the injuries mounting up for the Cavs, Draymond Green needing to avoid a suspension and more (1:18:11)

    NBA Playoffs, Grizzlies Hire Tuomas Iisalo, Riverbeat Music Fest, 10 Things - 5/5/25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 115:53


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!NBA West Playoffs (3:37)NBA East Playoffs (28:20)The Greatest Tech Ever (42:27)Grizzlies Hire Tuomas Iisalo (52:11)Done with Hockey (1:01:57)Sinners, Kentucky Derby (1:22:39)Riverbeat Music Festival (1:29:47)College Football (1:41:20)Scottie Scheffler (1:53:46)Tonight (1:55:02) 

    Jalen Brunson Ends Pistons Season, Clippers Force Game 7, Gregg Popovich Retires - 5/2/25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 91:25


    Jalen Brunson ends the Pistons season with an insane shot, why the Pistons feel great about their future (3:43), Clippers forcing Game 7 and why we might feel better about the Nuggets (19:17), Gregg Popovich retiring as head coach of the Spurs , how many NBA fan bases actually like their coach (21:12), LeBron's MCL injury (49:30) and this weekend's Kentucky Derby (1:08:35)***NOTE***  TODAY'S SHOW TOOK PLACE BEFORE THE STORY BROKE ABOUT THE GRIZZLIES HIRING TUOMAS IISALO AS THE NEW HEAD COACH

    Wolves Close Lakers, Rudy Gobert's Wilt Chamberlain Impression, JJ Redick Presser, LeBron Tired, Fill In The Blank - 5/1/25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 98:09


    Rockets won Game 5 but almost let it slip away but we spend most of the first hour talking about the Timberwolves closing out the LA Lakers last night, how the Lakers made Rudy Gobert look like Wilt Chamberlain, Luka's injury and getting exposed on defense, LeBron James disastrous 4th quarters in this series and more (3:00).We'll play Fill In The Blank where topics include Anthony Edwards, Club 152, Michael B. Jordan and more (1:12:08)

    Pistons & Nuggets Win, Giannis and Haliburton's Dad, Harden's Playoff Disappearance, 5 Things In Memphis - 4/30/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 101:42


    We'll spend the first hour talking all about last night's playoff games including the Pistons winning Game 5 in New York (9:00), the Pacers closing out the Bucks in dramatic fashion + Tyrese Haliburton's dad yelling and taunting Giannis after the game on the court (12:36), Nuggets Game 5 win over the Clippers + Jamal Murray's performance and James Harden's playoff disappearance (30:13) and tonight's Warriors/Rockets and Lakers/T'Wolves Game 5's (42:45).Jessica Benson joins the show in-studio to give us 5 things to do in Memphis now that basketball season is over including Riverbeat Music Festival, Smoke Slam and BBQ Fest, Lil Wayne's concert, Crawfish Festival, Greek Fest, Lemon Drop fest, and more plus to Eat Local and all the new restaurants popping up (1:09:32) 

    Tony Allen In-Studio on Grizzlies Season, Anthony Edwards Growth, Rockets/Warriors, Rashad McCants - 4/29/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 101:08


    It's Tuesday's with Tony Presented by ESCO. TA joins the show in-studio to talk about his weekend trip to Oklahoma State, the Grizzlies season coming to an end, Scotty Pippen Jr's emergence in the series, Ja Morant's injury, Ja's tweet from Monday, Anthony Edwards and the T'Wolves being up 3-1 on the Lakers, coaches holding players accountable, Warriors going up 3-1 on the Rockets, Jimmy Butler's impact in Golden State, Dillon Brooks poking the bear again, Knicks/Pistons and Rashad McCants comments on North Carolina on his Out The Mud podcast (4:30).Chris, Roser and Devin run through tonight's NBA Playoff games with Bucks/Pacers, Pistons/Knicks, Magic/Celtics, and Clippers/Nuggets, the Kings hiring Doug Christie, NBA discussing and International format for All-Star weekend, Steve Nash joining Amazon Prime's NBA coverage, and George Kittle signing an extension with the 49ers, and UNC officials worried about Bill Belichick (1:20:51)

    Grizzlies Season Over, Offseason Questions, Shedeur Slips in NFL Draft, NBA Playoffs - 4/28/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 118:29


    10 THINGS FROM THE WEEKEND!!!1) Grizzlies Weekend (6:06)2) Grizzlies Exit Interviews (12:19)3) Where Do Grizz Go From Here? (43:30)4) Western Conference NBA Playoffs (50:41)5) Eastern Conference NBA Playoffs (1:01:16)6) Law & Order, Flavor of Love, Coastal Fish (1:20:17)7) NFL  Draft (1:25:59)8) Shedeur to Cleveland (1:34:00)9) Braden Thornberry Top 10 at Zurich (1:48:39)10) Tonight (1:50:33)

    Thunder Go Up 3-0 on Grizzlies, Ja Morant's Hip Injury, NFL Draft 1st Round, Shedeur Sanders Falls - 4/25/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 97:20


    Today's first hour is all about the Grizzlies 114-108 loss in Game 3 to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday night. Ja Morant's scary fall and hip injury, Scotty Pippen Jr's performance, the lack of big time plays from Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr, why nothing should be off the table this offseason, the game-on-the-line play ending up being a John Konchar corner 3, and so much more. We're depressed (3:00).We'll touch on the Clippers hammering the Nuggets (58:30), the first round of the NFL Draft, Shedeur Sanders slipping out of the 1st round, Treyveon Henderson's blocking and more players to watch for in Rounds 2 and 3 tonight (1:02:51)

    Grizzlies vs Thunder Game 3 Tonight, Jimmy Butler Injury, NFL Draft Round 1, Fill In The Blank - 4/24/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 98:08


    Grizzlies host the Thunder tonight in Game 3, why they need to make a change in the starting lineup, who needs to be in the starting lineup, and the team playing with some pride (3:00) + Warriors/Rockets and Jimmy Butler's injury (32:00) + NFL Draft and Memphis gets transfer Aaron Bradshaw (1:05:00) and we'll play Fill In The Blank (1:15:57)

    Grizzlies Fall Down 0-2 vs Thunder, NFL Draft, Sinners - 4/23/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 97:04


    We'll spend the entire first hour of the show talking all about the Grizzlies Game 2 loss in Oklahoma City on Tuesday night and it evolves into a conversation about the roster at whole and how the team gets better with Jaren Jackson Jr's looming contract extension (4:00). We'll briefly touch on the Lakers Game 2 win over the Timberwolves (58:07) Jessica Benson joins the show in-studio to give us 5 things we should care about in the NFL Draft including (1:07:30)Shedeur Sanders WatchAshton JeantyTeams That Can ImproveTradesSinners 

    Tony Allen In-Studio on Grizzlies Game 1 Loss, Game 2 Adjustments, and the NBA Playoffs - 4/22/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 98:57


    It's Tuesday's with Tony Allen Presented by ESCO. TA joins the show in-studio to talk about the Grizzlies Game 1 loss in OKC, Game 2 adjustments, how he prepared after blowout losses, how to get JJJ going, and more (3:45). News and Notes of the day on Kawhi Leonard, Anthony Edwards fined $50K, Damian Lillard returning tonight, NFL Draft and College Football setting playoff dates for 2026 (1:12:18)

    Grizzlies Lose Game 1 by 51, NBA Playoffs Opening Weekend, WrestleMania 41

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 120:04


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!Grumpy Grizzly (4:24)Ja, JJJ, Desmond Bane (23:37)NBA Playoffs Game 1's (29:05)NBA Award Finalists (1:00:07)NFL Draft Week (1:11:35)Sinners, The 6th Man (1:25:53)WrestleMania 41 (1:37:20)Justin Thomas (1:44:51)Nico to UCLA (1:51:35)Tonight (1:54:53)

    Grizzlies vs Mavs Play-In Tonight, NBA Playoffs Weekend, PJ Haggerty Transfer Portal - 4/18/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 87:29


    We'll spend the first hour talking about tonight's Grizzlies/Mavericks game in Memphis for the final playoff spot in the Western Conference (3:00). PJ Haggerty and Dain Dainja entered the transfer portal yesterday but Penny Hardaway added a few transfers (51:00). We'll talk Hawks/Heat for the final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference and go through the rest of the NBA Playoff schedule for this weekend (1:08:57).

    Mavs Run Kings, Elvis Netflix Documentary, Kings Fire GM, Grizz/Mavs, Nico to UCLA - 4/17/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 97:55


    On today's show, Chris turned off the Heat/Bulls game early and watched a Netflix documentary on Elvis Presley's 1968 TV Special (3:00). Mavs beat the Kings last night and will face the Grizzlies in the Play-In Tournament on Friday here in Memphis (13:52). Sacramento Kings fired their GM and quickly hired a new one (21:28) and Damian Lillard could return in the first round vs the Pacers (39:10).News and Notes of the day on Memphis Basketball getting a commitment from South Carolina transfer Zachary Davis, Kemba Walker playing in the Big 3, Lee Corso retiring, Nico to UCLA, and rules changes in College Football to prevent faking injuries (1:09:01) 

    Grizzlies Lose Play-In at Warriors, Ja Morant Injured - 4/16/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 91:36


    Everything from the Grizzlies 121-116 loss at Golden State on Tuesday night including Ja Morant's injury, Steph Curry's 4th quarter, Jimmy Butler, Zach Edey, JJJ, Desmond Bane's big game, officiating and more (3:00)

    Tony Allen In-Studio on Grizzlies at Warriors Play-In Game Tonight - 4/15/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 88:25


    It's Tuesday's with Tony Allen Presented by ESCO. TA joins the show in-studio to talk all about the Grizzlies at Warriors Play-In Tournament tonight in San Francisco (3:00).

    Grizzlies at Warriors Play-In Set, NBA Playoffs, Rory Wins The Masters, Nico Iamaleava, 10 Things - 4/14/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 96:25


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!Grizz vs Mavs (10:12)NBA Playoffs Set + Grizz at Warriors (17:38)The Masters (30:16)Rory McIlroy History (37:25)Nico Iamaleava (44:22)The Pitt, Pop The Balloon (1:07:46)WNBA Draft (1:13:55)NBA Lottery Odds, NBA Firings, Top Selling Jerseys (1:17:39)Ashton Hardaway (1:28:15)Tonight (1:34:04)

    The Masters Updates Day #2, Grizzlies Lose vs T'Wolves, Nico No-Shows at Tennessee - 4/11/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 97:36


    Grizzlies loss to the Timberwolves on Thursday night, giving up 52pts in the 3rd quarter, defensive issues (3:00) + Nico Iamaleava not showing up at Tennessee spring practice and possibly transferring (48:27) + Western Conference Playoff Picture (1:02:38)THE MASTERS UPDATE #1 (34:22)THE MASTERS UPDATE #2 (1:24:10)

    The Masters Updates Day 1, Grizzlies vs T'Wolves Tonight, Luka's Dallas Return - 4/10/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 87:22


    It's day 1 of The Masters and we'll have updates for you but we'll start with the Spurs upset of Golden State last night and then talk about tonight's Grizzlies/T'Wolves game and who might start at SF for the injured Jaylen Wells (4:57). Luka's return to Dallas (49:46)THE MASTERS UPDATE #1 (34:10)THE MASTERS UPDATE #2 (1:20:43)

    Grizz Win 3rd Straight, Jaylen Wells Injury, Braden Thornberry on The Masters, Kia Shine In-Studio - 4/9/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 107:33


    Devin is back in-studio and has a review of Dreamville Fest (3:30) and then we get into the Grizzlies win over the Hornets, Jaylen Wells scary fall from last night, Zach Edey's emergence the last 6 games on the glass, Ja Morant's new celly and tomorrow night's game against the T'Wolves (8:34). PGA Tour Pro Braden Thornberry joins the show in-studio to talk about the last two tournaments on the PGA Tour in Houston and San Antonio before giving a little preview of The Masters this weekend. We'll also talk Grizz with Braden (51:30). Memphian and local legend Kinfolk Kia Shine joins the show in-studio to talk about his latest 191 Collab with the Grizzlies (1:28:38)

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