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JR rounds up all of the day's news, talks about the Pacers outpacing the Cavaliers, the Thunder-Nuggets series, and talks about what happened today in sports history!
Kevin Gray Jr. of DLLS Sports joins the show to talk about the Mavericks winning the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery and the chance to select Cooper Flagg.
JR talks about the release of the NFL Schedule and how many international games the league planned, Kevin Gray Jr. of DLLS Sports joins the show to talk about Cooper Flagg and Nico Harrison, and Bill Belichick is in the news again.
Levi Weaver of The Athletic joins the JR SportBrief to discuss Pete Rose's removal from MLB's 'banned' list, Ohtani and Judge, the NL West, the Colorado Rockies, and more!
JR talks about Cooper Flagg reportedly being locked in to go to the Dallas Mavericks with the #1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft and has The Athletic's Levi Weaver on the show to discuss the Pete Rose news, Ohtani and Judge, the Rockies, and more!
JR opens the show by talking about all of the latest news surrounding Jayson Tatum and his surgery, Pete Rose and the chance he winds up in the Hall of Fame, and Trey Hendrickson's lack of a deal with the Bengals.
JR spends the final hour of the JR SportBrief discussing the NBA Draft Lottery results with callers as well as talking about the Rockies' historical levels of losing and the Golden State Warriors trying to avoid a 3-1 deficit to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night.
After the NBA landscape watched the Dallas Mavericks draw the lucky ping-pong balls that landed them the #1 overall pick, callers from Dallas and all over the country go back-and-forth with JR about
Joe Vardon of The Athletic joins the show to talk about the results of the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery with JR. The #1 pick was awarded to the Dallas Mavericks, with the Spurs, 76ers, and Hornets selecting at the next three slots.
In Hour Two of the JR SportBrief, JR speaks with Joe Vardon of The Athletic about the NBA Draft Lottery's results, Giannis Antetkounmpo's potential next home, and talks about the NBA and NFL landscapes at large.
JR opens the JR SportBrief by discussing Michael Jordan's move to NBA on NBC, Derek Carr's retirement, and the lack of a deal - or any communication - between Trey Hendrickson and the Cincinnati Bengals.
FIFA Ref Tori Penso joins JR & This Day in Sports History
NBA Playoffs preview; Abdul Carter Finds his Number
Is Bill Belichick Screwing Up His Legacy with the drama surrounding his 24-year old girlfriend?
Draymond Green says he's not a 'angry black man'; Steph Curry out until at least game 6.
| JR reacts to the Warriors after Steph Curry goes down with a hamstring injury. | Rafael Devers continues to be a pain for the Red Sox . |This Day in Sports History. |
| JR says the Timberwolves must not lose to the Warriors. |An update on some NFL stories around the league. | Notable athletes avoid a run in with the law. |
| Nick Saban joins a commission to help college sports. | Kristian Winfield from the New York Daily News joins JR. | Paul Pierces pays off a bet.|
Kristian Winfield of The New York Daily News joins JR to talk about the Knicks' incredible 2-0 series lead over the Celtics.
| JR is not confident about the Knicks chances to beat the Boston Celtics.| The Thunder roll the Denver Nuggets in game two. | Tyrese Haliburton avoids a fine for his “big balls” celebration. | Manny Pacquiao comes out of retirement. |
| JR on if Denver can keep momentum versus the Thunder. | The Celtics choke away another game to the Knicks. |Today in Sports History. |
| JR gives his top six most clutch athletes. | YOUR calls on JR's list. |
| Tyrese Haliburton is Captain Clutch. | The Timberwolves must NOT lose to the Warriors. | Dustin Dopirak from the Indianapolis Star joins JR. | Tom Brady gives advice to Shedeur Sanders.|
Dustin Dopirak of the Indianapolis Star joins JR to talk about the clutch factor of Tyrese Haliburton, the subtle genius of Rick Carlisle, and how far the Pacers can truly go in the NBA Playoffs.
JR breaks down the Cowboys and Steelers trade for George Pickens.| Joe Hoyt from DLLS Cowboys joins the show! | JR on the Celtics shot selection before game two. |
DLLS Cowboys' Joe Hoyt joins JR to talk about the Cowboys move to trade for WR George Pickens as well as what are the expectations in 2025 for Dallas.
JR previews the 2n round series between the Warriors and Timberwolves. JR on if the Clippers should keep James Harden. JR's live reaction to the Pacers improbable Game 2 win in Cleveland. This Day in Sports History.
JR breaks down the Nuggets come from behind victory in Game 1 over the Thunder. Gary Washburn, from the Boston Globe, joins the show. JR reacts to Cavs fans chanting "overrated" at Tyrese Haliburton.
JR dives into all the upsets we've already seen early on in round two of the NBA Playoffs. Chris Hine, from the Minneapolis Star Tribune, joins the show. JR gives his thoughts on Bill Belichick releasing a new book.
JR on the Celtics choke job in Game 1 against the Knicks. JR says people need to stop complaining about the refs. JR breaks the news that the Cavs will be without Evan Mobley, Darius Garland, and Deandre Hunter in Game 2 against the Pacers.
JR dives into the biggest news stories, including the suspension of Michigan football head coach Sherrone Moore. JR on if Abdul Carter is wrong to ask to war a retired number. This Day In Sports History.
JR on the NFL's announcement to hold the 2027 NFL Draft in Washington DC. Steve Aschburner of NBA.com joins the show. JR previews the two Western Conference 2nd round series.
JR previews the Knicks-Celtics 2nd round playoff series. JR talks Gregg Popovich passing the torch to Mitch Johnson. Bonta Hill, host on NBC Sports Bay Area, joins the show.
JR discusses the Ravens' decision to move on from kicker Justin Tucker due to off the field issues. JR breaks down Game 7 between the Warriors and Rockets. JR also dives into the failure of the Clippers and how the future doesn't look too bright.
Jr opened up the final hour of the show by discussing Gregg Popovich's retirement from coaching before taking calls on NBA enforcers. JR then discusses some of the most embarrassing NBA player drama off the court before hitting on, "This Day In Sports History." JR ends the show with the "Friday Funny."
JR kicked off hour three by discussing Becky Hammon's comments about not getting the Spurs head coaching job before discussing when the first woman will become a NBA head coach. JR then breaks down the biggest NBA playoff storylines with CBS Sports NBA writer Colin Ward-Henninger before ending the hour by discussing if the Warriors should retaliate against the Rockets.
CBS Sports NBA writer Colin Ward-Henninger joined JR to discuss whether the Nuggets or Clippers have the advantage in Game 7, if rust is a concern for the Thunder, if the Knicks can push the Celtics and why he believes the Pacers can give the Celtics a series.
JR opened the second hour of the show by crediting Jalen Brunson for his late-game heroics to lead the Knicks past the Pistons before welcoming on Carolina Teague of Spurfect blog to discuss Gregg Popovich retiring from coaching. The hour ends with JR debating whether the Bengals would be better or worse if they extend Trey Hendrickson.
Spurfect Blog Spurs reporter Carolina Teague joined JR to discuss Gregg Ppovich's retirement from coaching, why she believes Pop is the greatest coach in NBA history, his relationship with the media, the latest health update on Victor Wembanyama and if the spurs are angling to make a big trade this offseason.
JR opened the show by reacting to the news that Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich is retiring from coaching before discussing LeBron's injury and why people are still hating on him. JR ends the hour by lamenting Mike Trout's latest injury and credits the Clippers for pushing the Nuggets to a Game 7.
JR opened the final hour of the show by discussing if there's a legitimate chance that Travis Hunter could win offensive & defensive rookie of the year awards before reacting to the news that Tyrese Haliburton's dad won't attend Pacers playoff games for the foreseeable future. JR previews tonight's Game 6 between the Nuggets and Clippers before answering a caller's question about when his son should specialize in a certain sport. JR ends the show with, "This Day In Sports History."
JR opens the third hour of the show by discussing Earth's population and how long we've been living on this planet before welcoming on Lakers Lounge host Anthony Irwin to discuss where LA goes from here after their first round exit. JR ends the hour by discussing JJ Redick's immaturity as a coach and the Giants plan for Jaxson Dart.