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In Pavement Sweat's epic return, Tripp and Ryan breakdown the entire 2023 bracket, revealing their pick for every matchup, including their final four teams and championship selections! Keep in mind, anything can happen in March, but Tripp and Ryan use statistical analysis and game-by-game matchup breakdowns to predict each matchup. Below are timestamps. We went through every region first before discussing the Final Four and Championship Rounds. Feel free to skip around to find your desired matchup discussed! 00:00-00:05:10 INTRO 00:05:10-00:38:25 SOUTH REGION 00:38:25-01:07:16 EAST REGION 01:07:16-01:37:04 MIDWEST REGION 01:37:04-01:58:21 WEST REGION 01:58:21-02:16:29 FINAL FOUR + CHAMPIONSHIP PICKS REVEALED (THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT SECTION) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this heartbreaking episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan give a temporary goodbye and count down their top 10 NBA players in history. Fear not, because we will be back via Instagram Live and many other platforms! Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this very special NBA preview episode, Tripp and Ryan rank every team in the NBA based on their chances to win the Finals. Will the Warriors repeat? What will happen with the Gobert Timberwolves? Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this salty and savory episode of Pavement Sweat, Ryan and Tripp discuss Kyler Murray's huge contract extension. They also discuss the possibility of Kevin Durant becoming a Celtic and what potential the Nuggets have next season. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this special episode of Pavement Sweat, guest Dexter joins Tripp and Ryan to preview the NFL season, including predictions for the divisional winners, conference champions, and Super Bowl matchup. Additionally, the guys talk about Adam Sandler's new basketball-oriented movie, Hustle. Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan explore a hypothetical scenario in which each NBA team must protect three of their players prior to a fantasy draft. Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

MERCH: https://shop.printyourcause.com/campaigns/PavementSweatPodcast On this illustrious episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan recap all the big signings of free agency so far, as well as their thoughts on Kevin Durant's shocking trade request. Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this high-upside episode of Pavement Sweat, Ryan and Tripp review the major picks in the NBA draft, including draft grades, winners, losers, busts, and future all-stars. Make sure you give it the ol' listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this special episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan reveal their respective first round NBA Mock Drafts. They each have a different favorite prospect from the class, but does that mean they each have a different number one overall pick? Listen to find out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this beautiful episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan discuss the first two games of the NBA Finals, including updated projections for the rest of the series. Also, the boys talk about Quin Snyder's departure from the Utah Jazz. Where will Snyder end up? What does this mean for Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert? Who will the Jazz hire next? Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this respectful episode of Pavement Sweat, Ryan and Tripp preview the NBA Finals matchup featuring the Boston Celtics and the Golden State Warriors. Each of the boys picks a different winner! Listen to find out their picks and analysis! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this grand episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan deeply analyze what we have seen through the first three games of each Conference Finals series. Who should win the first annual Western Conference Finals MVP award? Why are the Mavericks down 0-3? What are we to make of the back-and-forth nature of the Miami vs Boston series? Additionally, the boys evaluate which NBA prospects would fit best with each of the top 5 teams in the upcoming NBA draft. Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this yummy episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan recap the NBA's second round series while giving in-depth previews for the Conference Finals. Also, the boys talk about the top 5 prospects entering this NBA draft, including strengths and weaknesses, as well as big board rankings. Give this one a listen, and buy Pavement Sweat merch through the link down below! MERCH: https://shop.printyourcause.com/campaigns/PavementSweatPodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this crisp episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan check in on all four of the NBA's second round series: are the Heat in danger now that Joel Embiid is back and Harden seems to be himself? Can the Suns survive Luka's offensive brilliance? What on Earth is going to happen with the Celtics and Bucks? Come down and ponder those questions with the Pavement Sweat boys. Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this smooth and silky episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan preview each second round matchup in the NBA Playoffs, which is looking to be even more unpredictable than the first round. Also, the boys discuss the picks from the first three rounds of the NFL Draft that they like or dislike, with a deeper analysis of every quarterback selected and the fit with the team who selected them. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this splendid episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan check in on each first round playoff series after approximately four games. Is there a new title favorite? Are the Suns going to survive the scrappy Pelicans? What are we to make of the battle between Utah and Dallas? How embarrassed should the Nets be? Listen to find out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this special second part of today's two-parter, Tripp and Ryan analyze each playoff matchup in the first round, as well as exploring some potential later matchups with a full bracket. Who will be their champion? Suns? Bucks? Celtics? NETS? Listen to find out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this extravagant episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan discuss and debate their picks for each NBA Award. One of them picked Jayson Tatum as their MVP! Crazy stuff! This is part one of a doubleheader today. Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this mighty episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan each pick their X-factor for each playoff hopeful in the NBA. Which of these players could change the outcome of a playoff series if he gets hot? Find out! Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this fierce episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan discuss where they were wrong and where they were right through the first two rounds of March Madness, as well as what they predict will happen as the tournament finishes off. Additionally, the fellas discuss the implications of some of the NFL's most noteworthy moves in regards to the big picture. Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this radical episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan deep dive on every NCAA Tournament team. We compare first round picks with extended justification for each prediction, as well as some hints as to who advances in each of our Elite Eights. This is a must-listen for anyone making a bracket this year, as Tripp's brackets have been in the 99th percentile for three years running. Both Tripp and Ryan conducted hours of research and would greatly appreciate you sharing this episode with any basketball fans or anyone competing in a bracket competition. Below is the link to join our bracket group, which is free to join on ESPN's tournament challenge app: https://fantasy.espn.com/tournament-challenge-bracket/2022/en/group?ex_cid=tcmen2022_sharer&groupID=4559859 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this nutritious episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan discuss the crazy NFL offseason QB moves, as well as a deep-dive on each NBA MVP candidate. Tripp thinks that Stephen Curry should be the MVP if the season ends today, but Ryan says otherwise. Find out his pick now! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this scrumptious episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan rank their top 5 duos in both the Eastern conference and the Western conference. Where will Harden and Embiid fall on their lists? How has the fit been so far? That is all discussed on this episode, as well as a final standings prediction to see who will have to participate in the play-in tournament. Will the Nets be forced to play? Will the Lakers even make it? Find out now! Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this scrumptious episode of Pavement Sweat, Ryan and Tripp briefly recap this year's NBA All Star Weekend before conducting an exercise where each of them select two players per NBA team: one player with the best chance of making the Hall of Fame if they retired today, and one player who has the potential to make the Hall of Fame in the future. Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this handsome episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan discuss the big game and what it might mean for the future of the NFL. They also talk about all of the crazy NBA trades (yes, even Ben Simmons) and the NBA All Star snubs. Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

Tripp and Ryan really went off on this episode when they made their official all star game picks. How is Andrew Wiggins an all star starter? Whaaaaat? Listen and find out. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this scorching hot episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan talk about the craziness that was the NFL Divisional Round (including our hot NFL OT rule takes) and preview the conference championship games, featuring a very special guest: JACK! NBA fans: fear not! Tripp and Ryan also explore the Mavericks' recent hot streak and Steph's shooting woes. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this thoughtful and wise episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan explore which NBA players are most likely to be moved before the trade deadline. They also discuss the insanity of NFL Wildcard weekend, including Dak's botched snap, and they predict if any insanity will occur next week. Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this delightful new episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan discuss who should win each NFL regular season award, as well as who will win each wild card matchup. They also pick their NBA all stars, which leads to a heated debate over Al Horford! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On a very special holiday episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan count down the twelve days of Pavement Sweat: 1- Athlete of 2021 2- Christmas Day NFL Games 3- Ghosts of LeBron's Career 4- NFL MVP Candidates 5- Christmas Day NBA Games 6- Seasons of Karl-Anthony Towns's Career 7- Pavement Sweat Polls 8- Weeks Until the Super Bowl 9 (divided by 3)- Top 3 Holiday Movies 10 (divided by 2)- Top 5 Christmas Songs 11- Days off for Tripp and Ryan 12- (divided by 2)- 6 Months of Pavement Sweat NOTE FROM TRIPP AND RYAN: For all the non-sports people, non-sports talk starts at 1:04:01 ANOTHER NOTE FROM TRIPP AND RYAN: Thank you very much for six great months of peace, love, and joy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

In this saucy episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan discuss how the Pacers should begin their rebuild, including trade ideas. Also, they talk about the Chase Claypool drama and how Matthew Stafford bounced back on Monday night. Fan favorite segments like How Dumb Are You? and Pavement Sweat Best Bets are still here. Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this excruciatingly exciting episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan discuss which NFL coaches on the hot seat are worth keeping and which ones need to be let go. Also, they explore the early success of Scottie Barnes, and if he was the right pick at #4 after all. Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

In this unbelievably good episode of Pavement Sweat, Ryan and Tripp explore why the Phoenix Suns are so hot right now, and if the Suns will continue to dominate the league. Additionally, they predict which teams near .500 in the NBA and NFL have the best chance to make their respective postseasons. Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this riveting episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan discuss the LeBron James ejection, why Stephen Curry is the league's clear MVP at this point in the season, and who in the NFL is actually a contender. Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this episode of Pavement Sweat, Ryan and Tripp (a lifelong Panthers fan) discuss Cam Newton's return and how he should be utilized moving forward. The boys also talk about how valid the Wizards' successful start is and why some of the NBA's top draft picks have struggled so far. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan discuss the latest Ben Simmons rumors, as well as how much Luka's "clutchness" really matters. Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this Election Day special episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan "elect" some early season NBA awards, like MVP, rookie of the year, and their best and most surprising teams. They also discuss the Marcus Smart/Celtics drama that has surfaced over the past few days. Pavement Sweat! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this spectacular episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan talk about their first impressions of the young NBA season. Also, in a beautiful segment, they rank all 32 starting quarterbacks in the NFL. Tripp sheds a few tears over Ryan's placement of Aaron Rodgers. Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this terrific episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan give their final thoughts leading into the NBA regular season, including a riveting segment about James Wiseman's future with the Golden State Warriors. Tune in or be square. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

On this episode of Pavement Sweat, Tripp and Ryan are joined by special guest Adam to talk about their top 5 players at each position in the NBA for the upcoming season. We also announce the winner of last week's NFL contest. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

Tripp and Ryan predict the NBA Awards outlook for the upcoming season and discuss the big NFL storylines for week 4... Looking at you Urban Meyer. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

Tripp and Ryan predict the regular season standings for the upcoming NBA season and the ongoing NFL season. They also discuss the difference between MVP and "best player," while concluding with a discussion of the NFL's remaining undefeated and winless teams. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

Tripp and Ryan preview the NBA season for each team in the NBA's best division: the Atlantic Division. Filled with potential playoff teams, which teams will exceed expectations and which will disappoint? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

Tripp and Ryan preview the season for each team in the Pacific Division and get into a heated Tom Brady debate during their discussion of Week One of the NFL Season. TIMESTAMPS: NBA Discussion: 00:00-48:27 NFL Discussion: 48:27-END --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

Tripp and Ryan preview the season for every team in the Southwest Division as the fourth of six episodes previewing next year's NBA season. The Mavericks, Grizzlies, Pelicans, Rockets, and Spurs each have young talent they are looking to keep happy. How can they surround them with better talent to win? Find out on Pavement Sweat. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

Tripp and Ryan preview the season for every team in the Northwest Division as the third of six episodes previewing next year's NBA season. The Jazz, Trail Blazers, and Nuggets are all looking to crack their way into the top tier of the Western Conference, while the Timberwolves and Thunder are looking for ways to reinvigorate their respective franchises. How will they do it? Find out on Pavement Sweat. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

Tripp and Ryan preview the season for every team in the Southeast Division as the second of six episodes previewing next year's NBA season. The Heat, Hornets, Wizards, Hawks, and Magic each have players looking to make big jumps that could change the trajectory of the NBA. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

Tripp and Ryan preview the season for every team in the Central Division as the first of six episodes previewing next year's NBA season. The Bulls, Pistons, Cavaliers, Pacers, and Bucks have all made changes that could change the future of the league. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

Two friends passionately discuss the NBA; this episode includes Tripp and Ryan's NBA Draft winners and losers, along with second round picks from this year that could become stars. Additionally, Ryan explains why drafting for fit is a weak strategy, and the boys go over important free agent signings and trades. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

Two friends passionately discuss the NBA; this episode includes each of their mock drafts through the lottery with breakdowns of each prospect; additionally, Tripp and Ryan discuss the best player in NBA history from draft positions 1-60. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message

Two friends passionately discuss the NBA; this episode includes their recap of games 4-5 of the Finals, Giannis's rank among all time power forwards, a review of SPACE JAM: A NEW LEGACY, and thoughts on replacements for Team USA. SEND US VOICE MESSAGES HERE: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message MESSAGE US ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/Pavement_Sweat --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pavementsweat/message