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If you missed In the Zone with Kravitz & Shot weekdays from 3-6pm on FM 96.9 The Game - Catch up with the best segments, interviews, and features from that day’s show.

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    Can Orlando City Beat the Draw Against New England (w/ Lori Lindsey)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 8:20


    Brandon is joined by Apple TV MLS Broadcaster Lori Lindsey ahead of Orlando City's home match against the New England Revolution. How can Orlando beat the draw and pick up just it's second win since the month of March?

    Which NBA Team is the Better Bet to Come Back From 0-2? (w/ Harry Gagnon)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 14:23


    Brandon is joined by Harry Gagnon from the Against All Odds podcast to deliver the best bets in the sports world heading into the weekend. Are the Celtics or Cavs more likely to come back from 0-2 in the series? Which has the better odds? Plus, futures bets in the NFL after the Draft, and more!

    More Expansion is Likely Coming for the College Football Playoff

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 18:04


    Last year was the debut of the College Football Playoff expansion, growing from a 4 team format to a 12 team. After just one season, there is major buzz to expand the field to 16 for the 2026 postseason. Brandon and Tyler discuss...

    Should We Still Be Believing in the Celtics Down 0-2 to the Knicks?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 17:42


    The Boston Celtics find themselves in a 2-0 series deficit to the New York Knicks as the series swing to MSG. Should we still be buying into the Celtics Stock? And is Game 3 a must-win game for New York? Brandon and Tyler discuss...

    The Celtics Are Calling for their Stars, and the J's Aren't Answering

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 19:24


    The Celtics dropped game 2 in Boston on Wednesday night 91-90 to the New York Knicks, despite holding a 20-point second half lead for the second straight game. How the Celtics failed to score a FG for 8 minutes, running the same play in two crucial possessions, and how the Celtics have a major star problem.

    The Crossover - Should the Magic Take Credit for Celtics Round 2 Struggles? (w/ Mike Bianchi)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 11:55


    Brandon and Bianchi are back for the most thrilling collaboration in sports talk radio - The Crossover. Should the Magic take any credit for the Celtics' straggles against the Knicks? Tyreek Hill leaves Tua off of his top-5 QB list, and more!

    What Has Gotten Better in Sports as You Have Gotten Older?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 10:14


    Nothing is ever as good as how you left it, right? Wrong. Brandon and Tyler run through the different ways that sports are better today than when you were growing up.

    Does Indiana Have Enough to Sweep the Cavs?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 25:38


    The Indiana Pacers have officially grabbed grabbed home court advantage, bringing a 2-0 series lead over the Cavaliers back to Indiana. Do the Pacers have enough to sweep a short-handed Cavs team? Brandon and Tyler discuss...

    Are We in the Weak Link Era in the NBA?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 18:22


    NBA fans have gotten busy on the forum pages, claiming that we are currently in the "Weak Link Era" of the NBA. The theory argues that it's most important to not have the worst player on the court than having the best. Brandon and Tyler discuss...

    Can BTJ and Travis Hunter be a Top WR-Duo in Year 1?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 15:05


    There are lots of great wide receiver duos around the NFL. Established stars like Chase and Higgins, same faces in new places like Nacua and Adams, and of course the rookie additions. Do Brian Thomas Jr. and Travis Hunter have the chance to be one of the top duos in the league in year one? Brandon and Tyler discuss.

    The Magic Will Have to Pay the Price to Improve this Offseason (w/ Daren Stoltzfus)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 11:57


    Brandon is joined by WESH 2 News Sports Director Daren Stoltzfus, to discuss all of the latest happenings in Florida sports. Why the Magic will have to pay the price in order to improve next season, Todd Golden extended by Florida, and more!

    Which Game 1 Loss Was More Detrimental - The Celtics or Thunder?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 17:23


    Both the Celtics and the Thunder fell on their home court in game one of the conference semifinals. Which team will have more of a difficult time regaining home court advantage? Brandon and Tyler have different answers...

    NBA Round 2 Series Predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 16:52


    Brandon and Tyler lay out their official NBA Round 2 predictions on who will move on to the conference finals, and an early look at how to bet it along the way.

    Is UCF Heavily Overpaying Scott Frost?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 17:42


    The details on Scott Frost's new contract with UCF has surfaced, and it's slightly puzzling. The coach that went from no demand to potentially making close to $30 million over the next six seasons. Brandon and Tyler discuss how poorly UCF managed this contract.

    Do the Warriors Have Enough in the Tank to Advance to WCF? - Best Underdogs Remaining in the NBA

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 15:58


    Who are the toughest remaining underdogs in the NBA Playoffs? Indiana already picked up a game against the 1-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers, but is it enough to steal the series? Brandon and Tyler rank their top underdogs remaining in the NBA Playoffs.

    John McKechnie from Rotowire.com Shares the Fantasy Fallout from the NFL Draft

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 22:33


    John McKechnie joins Brandon Kravitz to discuss the impact of the top offensive players who have come into the NFL within the past week via the Draft. How early is too early for Jeanty? Is Travis Hunter set to be a fantasy stud? What about RJ Harvey landing in Denver? Wrap your head around all things fantasy football with these rookies before your league mates do.

    Harry's Best Bets: Rockets/Warriors and Kentucky Derby Picks

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 12:37


    Harry joins BK for their weekly chat on all things sports betting heading into the weekend. The guys are split on Rockets/Warriors and Nuggets/Clippers Game 7, and Harry tells us how to bet the ponies in the Kentucky Derby!

    Magic GM Anthony Parker Previews the Offsason Ahead

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 15:34


    Brandon Kravitz chats with Orlando Magic GM Anthony Parker as the exit interview portion of the season comes to a close. AP reflects on the season and chats about what went down at the deadline. As well as his take on Brian Windhorst's report that the Magic make calls at the deadline.

    The Orlando Solar Bears Seek Revenge over Florida Everblades in Round 2 of the Kelly Cup Playoffs (w/ Joey Battaino_

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 11:53


    The Orlando Solar Bears are on to the second round of the Kelly Cup Playoffs after overcoming 3-2 series deficit in round one against South Carolina. Tyler is joined by Joey Battaino, the voice of the Orlando Solar Bears, to preview the series against Florida, names to watch, and how to get in the way of four straight championships for the Florida Everblades.

    2025 NBA Draft is Experiencing Lowest Entries Since 2015 - Is it a Knock on the League?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 9:35


    Jonathan Givony has reported that there are only 106 names entered for the 2025 NBA Draft - the lowest mark since 2015. Is this a knock on the league? Or the positive side of NIL? Tyler and Sean discuss...

    The Magic Are Shifting to 'Win Now' Mentality

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 31:34


    The Orlando Magic held exit interviews on Thursday. Hear from President of Basketball Operations - Jeff Weltman, on the shift in mentality from growth and progress to win-now. Tyler and Sean comment.

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    What Players / Archtypes Should the Magic be Aggressive for this Offseason?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 23:47


    The Magic season has officially come to an end, meaning it's time to transition into offseason mode. Brandon and Tyler discuss the types of players that the Magic should be looking to bring in. Guards, centers, realistic, fantasy, free agency, draft, and so much more.

    The Orlando Dreamers Build on the Foundation of Becoming a Reality

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 9:22


    In the latest news on the efforts of bringing an MLB team to Orlando, financial backers have been identified. It's still not quite enough to go out and buy a jersey, but it builds on the foundation that is necessary to be involved in MLB relocation/expansion. Brandon and Tyler discuss...

    Should You Be Satisfied with How the Magic Battled the Celtics?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 16:21


    Orlando's season has officially come to an end with the Magic falling in game 5 of the round one series against the Boston Celtics. Should we be satisfied about how the Magic fought? Or disappointed by only picking up one game? Brandon and Tyler fall on opposing sides, they discuss...

    Magic vs Celtics Game 5 Preview (w/ Jake Chapman)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 13:40


    Jake Chapman stops by ahead Game 5 of the Magic vs Celtics series for a breakdown on how Orlando comes home victorious, extending the series to a game 6.

    How Close Are We to a Purdy Deal After the Kittle Extension? (w/ Mike Ginnitti)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 8:28


    Brandon is joined by Mike Ginnitti from Spotrac.com to dive into the latest financial news in the sports world. Takeaways from the NFL Draft, and how does the George Kittle contract extension affect Brock Purdy's extension?

    Does UCF Have the Opportunity to Expose a Major Recruiting Flaw in College Atheltics?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 19:42


    On today's First 4 things: The Miami Heat eliminated in historic fashion, UCF basketball has the chance to expose a major recruiting flaw around tampering in college athletics, and should there be punishment for the Shedeur Sanders draft prank call? Brandon and Tyler break it all down.

    The Magic Are Catching National Attention, And Not For Losing to the Celtics

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 16:55


    National sports broadcasters are taking notice to the supreme play of the stars from the Orlando Magic, with Paolo and Franz both top 10 in PPG in the playoffs. Hear from Zach Lowe, Bill Simmons, and a breakdown on the projection of these stars from Brandon and Tyler.

    The Browns QB Battle is About to be Must Watch TV

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 9:20


    The Cleveland Browns added four new quarterbacks this offseason. Joe Falcco and Kenny Pickett through Free Agency, and Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders through the draft. There is only room for so many quarterbacks, making the QB race must watch TV come preseason in August.

    Is the NBA "Media" Too Negative?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 16:05


    Adam Silver recently discussed the negativity of certain NBA Media on the Numbers on the Board Podcast. Brandon and Tyler discuss if the "media" is too negative, and who is Adam Silver referring to?

    Magic Fall, But Not as Far as Shedeur Sanders

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 25:31


    Brandon and Tyler open up the show with some takeaways from the game 4 loss for the Orlando Magic, as they head back to Boston for Game 5 down 3-1. Plus, Shedeur Sanders is the talk of the NFL Draft, Brandon and Tyler try to figure out how the heck that happened.

    Who Needs to Step Up as the Third Man for the Orlando Magic in Game 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 10:30


    The Orlando Magic are desperate for more scoring efficiency from players outside of Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner in the series against the Celtics. Who will step up as the third leading scorer? Brandon and Tyler give their predictions in T-Time.

    The Radio Voice of the Orlando Magic Jake Chapman, Stops by Ahead of Game 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 12:55


    Brandon is joined by the Radio voice of the Orlando Magic, Cleveland Browns fan, and Ohio State Alum Jake Chapman, to discuss the latest in sports. Cleveland passes on Travis Hunter, Bucs shock the draft with Emeka Egbuka selection, Magic vs Celtics game 3 preview, and more!

    Why The Travis Hunter Trade is a Win for Jacksonville and Cleveland

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 23:57


    Brandon and Tyler kick off the show by recapping the first round of the NFL Draft. The Jags and the Browns were the story of the night with Jacksonville moving up to select WR/CB Travis Hunter. Why the trade was a win for both sides, as well as a breakdown of the biggest picks in the draft.

    Can the Jags Hold No. 5 Ransom to Boost Draft Capital?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 14:12


    Breece Hall is available per reports - could this effect how teams in the top-10 of the draft use their pick? Plus, could the Jags hold a highest bidder war for Ashton Jeanty?

    Are the Bears Acutally Jeanty Away from the Playoffs? How different are the Top Tight Ends? (w/ John McKechnie)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 15:43


    Brandon is joined by John McKechnie from Rotowire.com to answer the top questions in the NFL Draft. Tune in for all of your prep on the NFL Draft.

    Would the Browns be FOOLISH to Pass on Travis Hunter?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 14:19


    Diana Russini has reported that the Browns front office is listening to offers on the no. 2 pick in the draft - potentially losing their shot at selecting Travis Hunter. Would this be an all-time draft fail? Brandon and Tyler discuss...

    Orlando Magic Fans, You Have to Hear This

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 17:25


    The Orlando Magic have fallen behind 0-2 in the series agaisnt the Celtics after the loss on Wednesday night. Brandon and Tyler deliver an important message that all fans should hear.

    What is the Meaning of "Playoff Basketball"?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 16:38


    It's the NBA Postseason, meaning the term 'playoff basketball' is getting thrown around by just about every NBA player, coach, and broadcaster. Brandon and Tyler differentiate where the term is accurate, and where it is being inappropriately used as an excuse for non-basketball plays.

    Is Magic vs Celtics Game 2 Destined to get Chippy?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 12:39


    On today's 5 o'clock Fill Up, Brandon and Tyler discuss the potential of Game 2 between Celtics vs Magic getting chippy in the aftermath of the Jayson Tatum injury, predicting the top three scorers in game 2, and more!

    Best NBA Bets - Tuesday, April 23rd (w/ Raheem Palmer)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 12:22


    Brandon is joined by Raheem Palmer from The Ringer for a professional breakdown on how to bet the NBA playoffs slate on Wednesday night. How to bet Magic vs Celtics, the Rockets look to even up the series before heading to Golden State, and more!

    Will Ashton Jeanty Go Top 10? NFL Draft Predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 12:44


    Brandon is back with an NFL Draft Competition over on BettorEdge. Get involved in the contest for your shot at a prize at Brandon's Twitter @BrandonKravitz. Ashton Jeanty, Shedeur Sanders, Jags looking defense, and more!

    Should we Believe in the Ashton Jeanty Smokescreens? (w/ Dave Kluge)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 11:42


    Brandon is joined by NFL Analyst from FootballGuys Dave Kluge to help answer the biggest questions in the draft. Could Ashton Jeanty actually find his way to being a worthy top-10 pick? Tetairoa McMillian - Overlooked or Overrated? And more!

    Are Any NBA Round 1 Series Over After Game 1/2?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 18:21


    Brandon and Tyler revisit their predictions on whether any of these NBA Round 1 Playoff series are officially over. The quick-hit "what you need to know" information on every playoff series.

    Get to Know the Enemy - The Boston Celtics (w/ John Karalis)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 14:40


    Brandon is joined by John Karalis from the Locked On Celtics Podcast to take us behind enemy lines. A recap of Game 1,what adjustments may come in Game 2, and more!

    Magic vs Celtics Game 1: Recap + Takeaways

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 21:58


    Brandon and Tyler break down the 103-86 Game 1 Orlando Magic loss in Boston to the Celtics. Paolo shines solo, Celtics depth shines, and more!

    It's Never Easy Being Patient as a Fan, but it is Key for Magic Fans

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 12:16


    On T-Time, Tyler discusses why patience is key for the Orlando Magic faithful.

    Catch Up on the MLB Season (w/ Sean Zerillo)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 12:34


    Brandon is joined by MLB betting analyst Sean Zerillo from the Action Betting Network to catch you up on all things MLB. Consistency is key, the Braves beginning to right the wrongs after a slow start, and more!

    The Mindset of the Magic Heading into Game 1 Against the Celtics

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 14:55


    Brandon and Tyler get you set for Game 1 of the Round 1 series between the Boston Celtics and the Orlando Magic.

    Best Bets of the Weekend (w/ Harry Gagnon)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 13:40


    Brandon is joined by Harry Gagnon from the Against All Odds Podcast to get you set for all of the best bets in the world of sports this weekend.

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    Why the Jags Should Take a Swing on Ashton Jeanty at No. 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 14:54


    As we get closer to the NFL Draft, the buzz on Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty being a top-10 pick has continued to rise - but could he go top-5? Brandon lays out why the Jacksonville Jaguars should select Jeanty at No. 5.

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