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Hour 2 dives into the NBA as teams prepare to reshape their teams heading into the 2026-27 season, starting with the NBA Draft next week before free agency and the ability to make trades opens up the following week. Michael & Paul prognosticate on the state of the Eastern Conference and what moves in-conference rivals would make before getting into an argument about which of the two conferences was better overall this past season when Paul says people overrated how great the West was.

Happy Aloha Friday, beautiful people! Paul & Michael lead off the day previewing the big World Cup matchup between Team USA and Australia & get to comparing the teams in Group D to Mountain West football programs. We move over to a bigger Mountain West conversation as Paul probes to find out which players that Michael is most excited to see in action this upcoming season for the Rainbow Warriors.

Happy Thursday, beautiful people! Paul opens the day talking to HPU men's basketball head coach Jesse Nakanishi regarding the promotion of Kyle Ruiz to the associate HC role along with the multitude of players the Sharks brought in via the transfer portal. Paul spends the second half of the opening hour talking about the NBA Draft, eventually making the case for Arkansas G Darius Acuff Jr. to be drafted higher than projections currently place him.

Hour 2 starts with Paul diving into the MLB collective bargaining agreement negotiations between the owners and MLBPA, talking about what an international draft would look like compared to the current system. The chatter moves back locally after Campbell S Isaiah Chong made his commitment to Sacramento State, hearing Michael Lasquero's chat with the Sabers' star defensive back about what stuck out about the Hornets. Paul wraps the show up with a look ahead at the next few days of World Cup action and gives an update on Ku'ulei Agbayani's adventures. 

In the most improbable series, the Knicks trail for nearly 75% of the time over 5 games, yet win the series 4-1 by dominating the 4th quarter! Jalen Brunsonʻs MVP performance surely has him at GOAT status for Knicks lore! Plus, the USAʻs dominant 1st match at the World Cup!! Letʻs goooooooooo!

Happy Aloha Monday, beautiful people! Paul celebrates his Knicks winning an NBA title for the first time in his lifetime while Michael pokes fun & rage baits him a few times throughout the opening hour. The basketball conversation begins to move into offseason mode as Paul attempts to look at the crystal ball of NBA free agency and trade drama ahead of the Giannis sweepstakes kicking off. You can catch the recording of this episode on our YouTube channel, Hawaii Sports Radio Network.

Hour 2 brings the show back locally as big baseball news broke over the weekend with former Hawai'i pitching coach Keith Zuniga accepting a Power 4 job at USC after spending three seasons in the islands. We also discuss Hawai'i RHP Isaiah Magdaleno racking up another reward for his dominant 2026 campaign and the likelihood of the junior ace returning to college next year rather than going pro. The day wraps up with updates from Michael Lasquero concerning a few high school football commitments from the top players in Hawai'i's 2027 high school class along with a tease of an upcoming commitment for a Campbell star. You can catch the recording of this episode on our YouTube channel, Hawaii Sports Radio Network.

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Happy Tuesday, beautiful people! Ku & Paul spend the majority of Hour 1 recapping and discussing the events from Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Finals as Wemby & the Spurs got back into the series with a road win against the Knicks in MSG. We talk about an uncharacteristic Knicks ball-control issue, problems with the refs and the overall vibe of the series heading into Game 4 before wrapping up the opening hour with a conversation about best friends after National Best Friends Day.

Hour 2 continues on the college football deep dive from Monday as Ku & Paul chat about Phil Steele's outlook for Hawai'i heading into the 2026 season, keying in on the biggest differences from last year's 9-win unit. We shift to the pitch to preview the 2026 World Cup, quickly going over some of the betting favorites to bring home the title and where the USA ranks among the top clubs before sharing our favorite stories of visitors enjoying stateside for the first time.

2026 World Cup is here and the Rivals breakdown the field and who will eventually win the cup. Plus, the Knicks continue to shock the world, winning first 2 games in San Antonio!! Letʻs do this!!

Happy Thursday, beautiful people! After Hawaii News Now's official announcement of a four-year media rights deal with the University of Hawai'i, Ku & Paul break down the details and what they're still curious about in the new era of UH sports coverage. We head east to talk about news of an extension for St. Louis alum and current Steelers pass rusher Nick Herbig, seeing the boy from Kaua'i sign a four-year, 100-million dollar contract extension with Pittsburgh. 

Hour 2 leads off with Ku giving Paul the runway to celebrate his Knicks taking Game 1 of the NBA Finals after Jalen Brunson dropped 30 points to help New York steal home court. The duo dissects what led the Knicks to the win, how the Spurs could play better and Paul lets out some frustration about the fan that ran onto the court to take a picture with Victor Wembenyama.  The day wraps up with updates about the new media rights deal between UH & Hawaii News Now along with the continued wait for the new women's volleyball coach.

Happy Wednesday, beautiful people! Ku & Paul open the day discussing nerves about the 2026 NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs before diving into an article that ranked the athletic departments in the new-look Mountain West & where Hawai'i fell amongst peers. We hear from a few Campbell High School football standouts, including Hawai'i commit Shaison Kupukaa and uncommitted top recruit Isaiah Chong, ahead of the Sabers' quest to repeat as state champions.

Hour 2 kicks off with news about the 2026 edition of the Hawaii Bowl with a change in kickoff time & an additional game being played before it on Christmas Eve. We trickle to the continent as the conversation cruises to Las Vegas, talking about the rapid rise from gambling hotbed to sports & entertainment capital of the world.  The day wraps up talking more Knicks as Ku & Paul discuss some of the celebrity fans that have made the orange & blue team a massive part of their personality along with some of the changes in James Dolan over the past half decade.

Happy Tuesday & NBA Finals Eve, beautiful people! Ku & Paul spend the first half of the opening hour diving into a preview of the 2026 NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs, going through some of their favorite stats for each team ahead of the title series. The full basketball power hour continues by bringing the conversation back home after 1st-year head coach Khalilah Mitchell filled out her inaugural staff with a trio of hoop heads & the duo gives their takes on the newest additions to the Rainbow Wahine bench.

Hour 2 keeps the local conversation going after the Big West social media team released a few graphics highlighting the success of programs throughout the conference this past year, giving Ku & Paul another chance to gush about the dream year that was for UH. Paul mind controls Ku into switching back to talking about the Knicks, discussing longtime fan and legendary broadcaster Mike Breen getting the opportunity of a lifetime to see his favorite team play as he calls his 21st straight NBA Finals. The day wraps up with the pair giving their top 5 Disney/Pixar movies, leading to a deep dive into the full catalog of live-action films and animated movies.

Happy Aloha Monday, beautiful people! Ku & Paul kick off June reacting to the big breaking news out of the NFL after Myles Garrett got sent across the country in a blockbuster deal between the Browns and Rams. We continue talking NFL news with June 1 moves beginning to trickle in before shifting gears back to the islands to discuss an article from the Star-Advertiser regarding the University of Hawai'i committing to $5 million for student-athlete deals in 2026-27 & frustrations with local in-fighting on fundraising. You can catch the recording of this episode on our YouTube channel, Hawaii Sports Radio Network.

Ku & Paul keep the fun going into Hour 2 as we dive into the 80 players nominated for the Class of 2027 for the NFF College Football Hall of Fame, making the case for Punahou legend and former Notre Dame star Manti Te'o to join the prestigious group of football icons. The duo discusses a text-in question about Major League Baseball and if the Dodgers' spending is actually good for the the league as collective bargaining agreement (CBA) negotiations kick off between the Players Union and the league. You can catch the recording of this episode on our Youtube channel, Hawaii Sports Radio Network.

The Rivals breakdown the Spurs 7 game victory over OKC and preview the much anticipated match up against the New York Knicks! Can the Knicks win a title for the first time in 53 years? Plus, Myles Garrett traded to the LA Rams!  WHAT?  

Happy Thursday, beautiful people! After opening the day detailing their favorite burger makings, Ku & Paul preview the NCAA Track & Field opening round for four UH athletes participating this weekend. We also chat about the latest in New Aloha Stadium project news before looking at the economic impact of Paul's Knicks making the Finals & the boost from starved New York fans.

Hour 2 leads off talking about the newest reported attempt at bipartisan legislation to put guardrails on the “Wild West” of NCAA athletics & what Ku and Paul like most and least about the latest try. We also discuss the breaking news out of the NBA after owners passed the new “3-2-1” Draft Lottery reform by a 29-1 vote in an attempt to dissuade tanking. The day wraps up getting Paul's take on the first round of CBA negotiations between MLB & MLBPA representatives and talking about what each side could be looking for in talks.

Happy Mana Wahine Wednesday, beautiful people! Ku gives Paul the floor again to celebrate his Knicks making the NBA Finals for the first time in his life, hearing his reaction to New York sweeping the Cavs in the ECF. We spark the conversation about SB3263 back up, playing University of Hawaii president Wendy Hensel's comments in support of the final form of the bill that was denied and getting clarification on the infamous letter that was brought up at the final vote.

Hour 2 opens with pseudo-breaking news after the Hawai'i football television schedule came out, discussing the slate of games on each channel and giving our "must-watch" matchups for the 2026 season. We also recap the weekend's 808 P.R.O. Day that featured some of the best middle school and high school players in the state, hearing Michael Lasquero's conversations with some of the event organizers passionate about providing a platform for local youth.

NFLPA Certified Agent Deen Agustin joins Ku'ulei and Paul in studio for an insightful conversation about his journey to becoming an NFL agent; the importance of POC representation in the space; advice to young athletes and aspiring young professionals; and more.  Watch the show HERE.

NFLPA Certified Agent Deen Agustin joins Ku'ulei and Paul in studio for an insightful conversation about his journey to becoming an NFL agent; the importance of POC representation in the space; advice to young athletes and aspiring young professionals; and more.  Watch the show HERE.

Happy Aloha Friday, beautiful people! After another Knicks win, Ku allows Paul to gush about this year's New York squad as they sit two wins away from an NBA Finals appearance. We move over to the gridiron to hear from Kalaheo football coach Jaymason Lee & LB Sean Ucciardi after our Michael Lasquero attended a signing day for a trio of Mustangs continuing their athletic & academic careers. The first hour wraps up with a conversation around the incoming NCAA “5-for-5” eligibility change and why hockey is among the sports pushing back against the wide sweeping rule switch.

Happy Thursday, beautiful people! Ku & Paul open the day celebrating yesterday's news from HPU about the official addition of women's flag football next year with the Sharks. We move over to the diamond to recap the Hawai'i baseball season wrapping up in the Big West Championship, falling on the opening day against Cal State Fullerton after the bats went cold.

Hour 2 opens with Ku & Paul debating the potential incoming change to the College Football Playoff and if there are any incentives for the fans to look forward to in a 24-team playoff bracket. We also look over the Sports Business Journal's 2025 awards and give takes on if the voters got everything correct or if certain nominees were robbed for Best Sports Team, Sports Facility of the Year and many other categories.

Happy Tuesday, beautiful people! Ku & Paul begin the day recapping an insane opening game of the 2026 Western Conference Finals that saw an alien-like performance from Spurs star Victor Wembanyama. We get into the latest update in the lawsuit between the Mountain West & PAC-12 as the two sides officially found settlement ground ahead of splitting off from each other. The first hour wraps up chatting about UH baseball, hearing from head coach Rich Hill ahead of the Rainbow Warriors' elimination matchup against Cal State Fullerton this week.

Hour 2 opens with a walk down memory lane in Hawaii sports in the 2025-26 season as Ku & Paul run through their favorite moments from the year that was for the ‘Bows. We dive over to the diamond to discuss some softball after the 2026 New City Nissan Goodwill Softball Classic wrapped up over the weekend, hearing a pair of interviews from Michael Lasquero's time out at the event. The day closes out with Ku and Paul talking about the evolution of the sports media world and what HSRN is looking for in potential help heading into the summer.

Happy Aloha Monday, beautiful people! Ku & Paul return after a full weekend of state championships, seeing Moanalua raise the Koa Head Trophy in boys volleyball, girls flag football and track & field. We hear from the coaches & players from Le Jardin their win over the weekend, giving the state a few new champions. The first hour wraps up talking about the appointment of Laura Beeman to UH's associate athletics director for student-athlete success. Watch the show HERE.

Hour 2 opens with an NBA playoff update, giving Paul the chance to preview both conference finals as the Spurs visit the Thunder on Monday before the Knicks host the Cavs on Tuesday. We shift back to local HS sports, hearing from players & coaches from Moanalua after winning the girls' flag football Division I state championship. The day wraps up recapping a couple of commitments from the weekend for Hawaii football, getting a verbal pledges from Campbell WR Shaison Kupuka'a & Cathedral Catholic OL Asofa Lauifi. Watch the show HERE.