For the Love of the Game

Some thoughts on the NBA Finals (lots of big swings in this series before Game 7) (1:18), congrats to the Florida Panthers on winning the Stanley Cup (2:35). Then ATH finally addresses the Knicks coaching search and their offseason (4:58) and lastly some thoughts on the Desmond Bane trade to Orlando (16:39). Then a recurring guest is back to talk Knicks, the Rangers trading Chris Kreider and more (23:47).

Sadness episode. ATH finally talks about the Knicks loss to the Pacers in the ECF (1:01) and how the game 1 loss will haunt him for years. He then reacts to Tom Thibodeau being fired (shocking) (23:04). He then brings on a recurring guest to discuss what's next for the Knicks in the wake of the Thibs firing (27:12).

The NY Knicks are in the ECF!!!!!!! First time in 25 year!!!! ATH celebrates the Knicks win over the Celtics and gets a lot of thoughts of his chest (0:53). He then switches gears to talk about Western Conference Playoffs and gives old Knick, Julius Randle his flowers and some more praise for Nikola Jokic (21:54). Then he brings on a recurring guest to talk more about the Knicks previews the series against the Pacers (31:10). Lastly, a recurring guest comes on to say goodbye to the Boston Celtics dynasty that never was a preview the WCF (1:28:44).

The NBA Playoffs are awesome. ATH has some issues with the NY Knicks after Game 5 (Note this was pre game 6, and some of the criticisms still are true) (1:30). Some NFL Draft thought and why I hate the NFL Draft and hated it more this year (17:11). And then a recurring guest comes back to talk all things NBA Playoffs (32:43). Check out Bruce Bernstein on the 48 Min show on the Bleav Podcast Network. For those looking to get in on the action, try the BETR app to make prop picks for your favorite games. Use code ATH218 to get a sign up bonus: https://engagebetr.onelink.me/auSX/ATH218 For those who want to try Underdog Fantasy- promo code ATH for a bonus https://play.underdogfantasy.com/pc-FxfwPwdZ9C

The NBA Playoffs are here and ATH has you covered; call is ATH season. First he gives his state of the NY Knicks address ahead of their first round series against the Detroit Pistons (1:52). Then he brings on a recurring guest to preview each first round series and give finals predictions (7:40).  

ATH is back at it and the NBA is getting really weird (1:10). The Final 4 for the men was amazing (2:20), congrats to the Florida Gators on winning the title (congrats to the Uconn women as well). Some credit to the Knicks for back to back 50 wins seasons 9even if they are deeply flawed) and some love for OG Anunoby for showing out recently (4:08). Weird things on the NBA and the West is very very jumbled (7:30) and there is trouble in Denver; the Nuggets fire Michael Malone and Calvin Booth (8:38) and how this ties into my #FireThibs opinion. ATH reacts to Knicks-Celtics and the NY Rangers are toast (14:36) and lastly the YU Macs won a baseball game!!!!! (17:01). Then a recurring guest comes on the recap the Final Four and Florida's win (17:29).

Final Four is upon us; all 4 1 seeds have advanced for the first time since 2008 which should make for a great Final Four weekend (1:25). Some NBA thoughts as this is a weird time for the NBA yet the Wolves-Nuggets game (Jokic's insane night) could have been the game of the year and some thoughts on this years' MVP race (2:40), some thoughts on Kevin Durant and Carmelo Anthony now that he's been elected to the Hall of Fame (8:45). Then a recurring guest comes on to discuss the NFL Draft and what the Giants may do (and some quick Knicks/Rangers thoughts) (16:30). Also check me out on the rBS podcast talking about sports media happenings: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-r-billsimmons-podcast/id1698894319?i=1000702146918

ATH starts the show off talking all things opening weekend of the NCAA tournament (1:53), the St John's run comes to an end (3:40), and how awesome is Cooper Flagg and this Duke team (7:48). Then he brings on 2 recurring guests to further discuss the opening weekend of the tournament and look ahead to the Sweet 16 (11:01).

One of my favorite episodes of the year; March Madness preview. The beauty of college basketball even when its kinda ugly to watch, with St Johns being exhibit A (1:58), followed by some NY Sports sadness between the Garrett Cole injury and the Rangers (4:05) and why the Knicks mad me super angry to the point where I am now in the firmly in the fire Tom Thibodeau camp (7:39). One quick thought on Cooper Flagg (18:09) before a recurring guest is back to preview the men's bracket (21:43).

A mishmash of NBA topics in this monologue; Some love for the Golden State Warriors post the Jimmy Butler trade (2:36), more sadness for the Dallas Mavericks (4:20), some love for the NY Rangers (6:40), and some Knicks thoughts (being too reliant on Brunson, not using Bridges enough on offense) (8:18). Then a recurring guest comes on to discuss the resurgence of Detroit Pistons basketball (17:57).

ATH starts off with a statement on the current state of the NY Knicks- a bad weekend for the NYK coming out of the All Star Break (1:38) and a quick word on the Lakers (major praise for JJ Reddick as a coach) and Warriors (both are quite interesting now) (20:29). Lastly- RIP MSG Networks legend, Al Trautwig (26:16). Then a recurring guest is back to discuss St Johns Hoops (Johnies are back!!!), Rick Pitino's legacy and some quick college hoops thoughts (26:54).

ATH is pissed off because the NBA did it again. All Star Weekend was a disaster; a total disaster and contrast that to Hockey's 4 Nations. Kudos to the NHL and the NBA needs to figure it out. Then he brings on a first time guest of a different generation to discuss NBA All Star Weekend, what it means to him and what trends he's seeing in basketball (40:12).

ATH starts the show with a bit on the Eagles Super Bowl win, a little love for Jalen Hurts (1:43), and my thoughts on the Kendrick Lamar half time show (4:19). Some NY Knicks thoughts going into the All Star Break and advice for Knicks fans (5:34) and Buter to the Warriors makes GSW very interesting (11:08), and the Dallas Mavericks continue to make things worse for themselves (14:03). Then a recurring guest comes back to discuss the Lakers outlook for the rest of the year now that Luka is playing basketball (19:19).

Jam packed episode; ATH reacts to the sunning Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade (1:48), and DeAron Fox lands in San Antonio as a part of a three team deal. Then a recurring guest comes back on to discuss the Lakers-Mavs deal (21:20), and the Fox to San Antonio deal (1:00:06). Finally, a Super Bowl preview and Prop Bets!!! (1:15:34).

ATH reacts to Championship Sunday in the NFL and how much he feels for Josh Allen and the ultimate praise for Patrick Mahomes (2:27). Then he brings on a recurring guest to discuss NBA All Star reserve and a bit more (18:02).

Back at it. Quick Knicks update to start the show and why the Hawks give this Knicks team some problems (2:04). Then ATH recaps the Divisional Round in the NFL playoffs (6:42). Lastly ATH rants about the state of sports media; specifically about Ryan Clark on ESPN (20:15). 2 recurring guests join the show; the first to discuss more about sports media and its merits (32:49) and second to discuss the National Championship Game and the Jets hiring Aaron Glenn (1:04:53).

Opening weekend of NFL playoffs are in the books and ATH previews the Divisional Round and as well as doubling down on his opinion regarding QB salaries in the league (3:09). He then brings on a recurring guest to discuss the current state of the NY Knicks and 'Knicks Twitter' as well as a little bit on the state of the NY Jets and their coaching search (11:03).

PACKED show. ATH opens with a quick update on the NY Knicks (1:58), a quick thought on why Josh Allen should win MVP over Lamar Jackson (8:20) and a major rant on the state of the NY Giants (11:20). He then brings on a recurring guest to discuss some NY Giants sadness and preview Wildcard Weekend in the NFL (20:28). He then brings on a first time guest to discuss some Bill Simmons drama, his twitter handle and more about the state of sports media (1:04:19).

Absolutely PACKED show. Starting off with some love for this year's NFL MVP Josh Allen (1:55), a quick update on the state of the NY Knicks (10:25), the Bucks win the Emirates Cup and time to respect Giannis more (15:58) and then a rant about the state of the NBA and why I'm annoyed with the NBA and sports as a whole (17:41). The monologue ends with another rant on the latest WNBA stupidity (29:55). Then, a recurring guest comes to discuss the NY Yankees pivot (36:36) and then another recurring guest to have a LA Lakers therapy session (1:10:22).

An all NY monologue: State of the NY Rangers; Jacob Trouba traded, Igor re-ups (2:28), state of the NY Knicks (4:43), and the obvious big news- Juan Soto to the NY Mets (7:08). Then he brings on a recurring guests; one to discuss a few topics such as the college football playoff, some college basketball thoughts and his giddiness being a Mets fan (16:51) and the other to have a NY Yankees therapy session (52:14).

ATH starts the show off with some quick hitter NFL topics; Josh Allen is the MVP, the Eagles are rolling and this years' rookie QB class has a chance to be an all timer (1:49). The NY Rangers are in trouble and need a shake up (7:58) and a few quick NBA thoughts including a rant on the LA Lakers (9:55) and a current pulse on the state of the NY Knicks (17:25). Then a recurring guest comes on to dive further into some NBA topics (22:25).

ATH battles a horse voice and tech difficulties but pushes through like a champ. Starts off with a quick few thoughts on the NY Football (which is a mess) (1:39) and why Josh Allen is this years NFL MVP (4:58). Then he transitions to some thoughts on the NY Knicks- Knicks fans stop being nervous about Mikal Bridges (6:56), a quick note on this year's NBA rookie class (12:05) and why I shouldn't attend Knicks games in person anymore (14:25). Then he brings on a recurring guest to discuss the state of the NY Rangers (16:36).

A jam packed episode; ATH starts the show with some thoughts on the Yankees losing to the Dodgers in the World Series (2:07) and why the Game 5 loss was a HOF NY sports playoff loss and now its a very important offseason for them. A quick thought on the NY Knicks (8:15) and a bit of around the NBA (9:29). Then ATH brings on 2 recurring guests: 1 to talk midway point of the NFL season (14:45) and one to give a post mortem on the NY Yankees (1:12:16).

The NY Yankees are back in the World Series!!!! (1:38) and ATH feels pretty good about it and he gives the NY Mets some love for their awesome season (3:32). Knicks season opener is here and the Rangers are good (6:08) but NY football is the turd in the punch bowl for NY sports (6:37)- Daniel Jones is the worst starting QB in the NFL and the NY Jets are the biggest embarrassment in all of pro sports. Then ATH brings on a recurring guest to preview the World Series (14:51).

NY Sports are having a moment right now (1:42) with the 2 baseball locals in the ALCS and NLCS, 2 primetime Football games in week 6; big spot light on NY sports right now. A few small notes on the NFL and then part 2, breaking down the Western Conference, Over/Unders with a recurring guest (8:28).

October is a PACKED sports month and ATH is ready for Rangers and NBA season to start. Baseball is having a major moment right now; the playoffs have been excellent (3:05) and there have been interesting series all over the place. Some quick thoughts regarding the NFL (6:05) and the NY Jets firing Robert Saleh, while the Giants may be more competent than people think (the level of play across the league has improved too). A quick update on the Rangers entering their season (11:38) and then ATH brings on a recurring guest to preview the NBA's Eastern Conference and going through the Over/Unders (12:42).

The NY Knicks made a trade; ATH gives his thoughts and then brings on a recurring guest to KAT to the Knicks and a little about the NY Yankees.

ATH gives updates on the state of NY football after week 3 (1:41); Aaron Rodgers looked good and Malik Nabers is a star and other NFL thoughts around the league including major love for Sean McVay and Matt Stafford (11:35) and the NFL as a whole still puts out a lousy product week after week. Then he switches the vibe up to talk NY Baseball. First a segment on the Mets (19:30) and then one on the NY Yankees (53:22).

ATH starts off with a little US Open recap (1:53) and how the American men are having a moment and maybe it's the time Novak Djokovic moves to another stage of his career. Then he talks about NFL opening weekend and how majority of it was bad (and a few reasons why the NFL product sucks early on) (4:35); oh and the NY Giants stink in a big way and he's had it with Daniel Jones and Joe Schoen (9:29) and a quick thought on the NY Jets week 1 loss in San Francisco (15:55). He then brings on a recurring guest to discuss the college football landscape and a bit on his NY Jets (17:43).

Sad opening to the show; was a tough weekend in that respect (1:46). Not a typical ATH monologue to start the show. The world needs a distraction and that is what we will do talking about the upcoming NY Giants season and the NFC at large with a recurring guest (6:19).

Ramp up to football continues but first ATH finally gets to talk about Team USA Basketball's gold medal game and Steph Curry's performance (2:25) and more praise for Victor Wembanyama (5:55). He also salutes Aaron Judge for being the fastest player to hit 300 career Home Runs (7:06). He then continues his NFL preview by previewing the AFC with a recurring guest (9:17).

ATH opens the show talking about USA Basketball's amazing win over Serbia (1:28); giving love to Nikola Jokic and some thoughts on the Jayson Tatum discourse regarding his DNP (9:08). He then gives a quick thought on the state of the NY Yankees and some love for Aaron Judge (10:26) and then he brings on a recurring guest to preview the NY Jets season (12:07).

ATH is back from a week off. He starts by celebrating the Jalen Brunson contract extension, why it's a win-win for he and the team and why Brunson is in a very unique case (1:34) and then he gives some props to LeBron James and his performance of Team USA Hoops ahead of the Olympic Games (10:15). He then brings on a recurring guest to go around the NBA a bit on some teams that are interesting (13:58) and lastly, a recurring guest comes on to talk the NY Giants and their Hard Knocks season (1:14:51).

Offseason mode is upon us. ATH reacts to Isaiah Hartenstein signing with the OKC Thunder and what it means for the Knicks going forward, Randle's fit with the Knicks going forward and what IHart brings to the Thunder (1:30). Then ATH goes across the league and some transactions that caught his eye and some terrible contracts given out (7:22). He then brings on a recurring guest to discuss the state of the LA Lakers (a disaster) and some other NBA thoughts and Team USA Hoops (15:23) and he closes the show bringing in a recurring guest to discuss the NY Yankees being a mess (1:12:06).

The vibes are super high.  The NY Knicks traded for Mikal Bridges and ATH reacts to the trade and the signing of OG Anunoby and what else could happen for the Knicks this offseason (2:03).  He closes his monologue with a quick bit on JJ Reddick being hired by the Lakers as head coach and giving James Dolan some credit (weird but earned) (14:39).  He then brings on a recurring guest to talk more about the NY Knicks offseason (17:59).

ATH's sports nightmare, this NBA finals, is over and he's thrilled about it (1:39). He starts the show by giving the Celtics their due (3:18)- starting with Brad Stevens moves (8:05), some thoughts on the Jayson Tatum discourse (12:57) and lastly; Luka needs to grow up (22:59). he then discusses Danny Hurley going back to UConn and what the status of the LA Lakers job (28:59). Oh an Jayson Tatum is the NBA's corniest player (35:49). He then brings on a recurring guest to discuss NBA Finals takeaways, the Knicks offseason and if Dan Hurley will be the Knicks next head coach and when (36:48).

ATH bids farewell to the 2024 NY Rangers and what needs to happen for them in the offseason (1:34), gives his official NBA finals pick and why (7:32) and lastly a rant on the WNBA discourse (10:40). He then brings on a recurring guest to allow him to gloat about his Boston Celtics and more NBA Finals thoughts (14:45).

ATH is in shambles; the Rangers are in trouble (1:45) and the Dallas Mavericks advance to the NBA Finals after beating Minnesota in game 5 (7:45) and some thoughts on the match up between the Celtics and the Mavs. Then he brings on a recurring guest to allow him to gloat regarding his Mavericks (20:06).  He ends the show with some thoughts on the passing of Bill Walton (1:15:40).

Hello darkness my old friend; the NY Knicks season is over. ATH reacts to the Game 7 loss at MSG, reflects on the Knicks season and give the Knicks and their fans their flowers (1:26). The NY Rangers still have the magic after Chris Kreider's amazing 3rd period in Game 6 in Carolina (20:21), and reacts to Minnesota knocking off the defending champion Denver Nuggets in their Game 7 (21:45). He then brings on a recurring guest to delve deeper into this NY Rangers playoff run and preview the ECF vs the Florida Panthers (27:49).

A very joyous solo pod. The NY Knicks win game six in Philadelphia, the NY Rangers are on to the 2nd round and its time to celebrate. The Rangers are underdogs in the Carolina series which ATH loves (2:50); excited for the Rangers. Then is time to gush over the NY Knicks; Jalen Brunson is now the best player left in the Eastern Conference, Josh MFin Hart and shout out to the Knicks fans (4:41). Other NBA thoughts include- Anthony Edwards is that guy and wishing good riddance to Devin Booker, Kevin Durant, LeBron James and Anthony Davis (20:10). What a time for NY Sports. LGR and KnicksTape is the vibe.

NY Sports fans- here we go. ATH talks about the end of the NBA season, some playoff matchup thoughts and reveals his NBA award ballot (1:41). He then brings on a recurring guest to talk about the NY Knicks and the NY Rangers ahead of their first round series (19:48).

Milestone Episode!!!!! 250. Here's to 250 more and then some. ATH starts by celebrating Uconn Men's Basketball and their dominant run culminating in their win over Purdue in the National Title Game (2:29). Then he talks about the Women's tournament, Caitlyn Clark, the terrible discourse behind it all and the WNBA's chances going forward (8:29) and then closes with some quick NY Knicks thoughts in the wake of the official Julius Randle news (15:26). He then brings on a first time guest to talk about the current state of the LA Lakers (17:37).

It's Final Four time. ATH starts the show with some thoughts on the NY Knicks (4:07) and the issues with Jalen Brunson not getting calls from time to time and some other quick NBA thoughts including the fact that Victor Wembanyama might be a top 10 NBA player right now (12:49). Then he brings on Jordan Marks to talk Final Four (19:01) and then a recurring guest talks the Yankees sweeping the Astros to start the season (47:56).

We are on to the Sweet 16 and ATH is back to talk a little bit about it. But first some thoughts on the NY Knicks (some love for Josh Hart and Deuce McBride) (2:53), some trouble in Warriors land (7:18) and some quick thoughts on the gambling scandals that hit pro sports (9:32). Then Jordan Marks is back to talk first weekend of the NCAA Tourney and preview this coming weekend's action (12:45).

ATH starts the episode explaining why this is the best stretch in the sports calendar (1:41), a few quick NBA thoughts (3:18) and then he brings back a recurring guest to talk all things college basketball and preview the NCAA Tournament (11:21).

Big week in sports this week and ATH has you covered; NFL Free Agency, March Madness is around the corner and NHL/NBA down the stretch they come. ATH starts with some thoughts on the NY Giants free agency so far and some thoughts on Saquon Barkley leaving for the Eagles and why he thinks the NFL salary cap system is broken (3:05). Then he talks about trouble in NY Yankee land with the Gerrit Cole news which isn't good (11:01), some thoughts on OG Annenoby being back for the Knicks and why their trade deadline was anything but a 'Home Run' as some Knicks fans were saying it was (12:50), some quick thoughts on Luka Doncic and the Mavs and lastly, the 'I'm Done with the 90s' trend on twitter via the BronSexuals is embarrassing (16:05). He then brings on a recurring guest to talk NY Giants offseason moves so far (21:09).

ATH talks all things NBA and why he finds the Eastern Conference more interesting than the Western Conference (2:21). He then brings on a recurring guest to discuss the NBA TV rights negotiations, and why the Milwaukee Bucks are the most interesting team in the league right now (11:17).

ATH is coming in HOT. The NBA All Star Weekend especially the game itself was absolute trash and ATH gives his thoughts while giving kudos to Sabrina Ionescu and Steph Curry (2:13). He then brings on a recurring guest to talk more about All Star being crap and 5 burning NBA questions for post all star break (21:24).

Packed show- ATH stars off talking about SB 58 (2:13), singing the praises of Patrick Mahomes and questions if the media at large talks about the NFL properly. He then gives some quick thoughts on the NY Knicks trade deadline moves (24:07). He then brings on a recurring guest to put a bow on the SB, recap the NBA trade deadline and take a look at where the NBA season stands (29:08).

ATH kicks off the show giving praise to the NY Knicks and Jalen Brunson (pre trade deadline day actions) (1:35) and then he brings on a recurring guest to talk Super Bowl and some prop bets (14:20).

ATH starts off the show recapping an awesome NFL Championship Sunday, extolling Patrick Mahomes and feeling very sorry for Detroit Lions fans (1:35). He then switches gears and brings on a recurring guest to discuss Northern California basketball teams and selects his NBA All Star Reserves (16:37).