The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima

Ken and Lima interview producer John Colavita about his transition from Philadelphia to Cleveland, including his struggles to find a quality pizza slice. They also discuss his girlfriend's obsession with the 27 Club and his admitted status as a bad driver. 01:00 - Jon in the Hot Seat 03:20 - Jon's Girlfriend and 27 Club 05:36 - Philly vs. Cleveland Roots 09:52 - Cleveland's Lack of Good Pizza 14:36 - Jon Admits to Bad Driving 19:43 - Philly and Cleveland Sports Fandom

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima dissect the Cavaliers' historic collapse against the Knicks and debate if Kenny Atkinson's coaching decisions are hurting the team's momentum. They explore the dynamic at Browns OTAs with Mary Kay Cabot and analyze the Guardians' success with a focus on Tanner Bibee's pitching performance. Tim Legler also joins the conversation to provide a national perspective on the Eastern Conference Finals and Donovan Mitchell's late-game energy. 02:33 - Hard Luck For Tanner Bibee 07:18 - Memories Of Steroid Era Baseball 13:42 - Analyzing The Cavs' Game 1 Meltdown 23:44 - NBA Superstars And Playoff Drama 31:50 - Quincy Williams' Defensive Mindset 37:10 - Monken And Garrett's Lack Of Meeting 50:53 - Small Business Sandwich Price Debate 58:12 - Is Game 2 Do Or Die? 01:08:30 - Guardians' Rise To American League Elite 01:16:11 - Harden, Garland, And Atkinson's Shade 01:28:50 - Mary Kay Cabot On Browns QB Competition 01:36:02 - Joel Bitonio's Future With The Browns 01:47:40 - Deion Sanders' Influence On The Browns 01:56:07 - Tim Legler Breaks Down The Cavs 02:06:37 - Donovan Mitchell's Fourth Quarter Struggles 02:17:26 - Debating The "Gassed" Narrative 02:26:36 - Patrick Beverley Defends The Cavs

Ken and Anthony discuss the statistical anomaly of Tanner Bibee's lack of run support despite a string of quality starts for the Guardians. They also dive into the fallout of the Cavaliers' Game 1 loss, specifically addressing Marcus Morris's comments regarding a lack of leadership on the roster. Finally, the conversation shifts to reports surrounding Miles Garrett's offseason interactions with the coaching staff. 03:33 - Tanner Bibee's Hard Luck 07:00 - Baseball Nostalgia And Steroids 13:16 - Cavs Playoff Fallout 18:40 - Morris Critiques Cavs Leadership 24:55 - NBA Lead Erasing Trends 33:35 - Miles Garrett Coaching Interaction

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima discuss the weird dynamic between Miles Garrett and Ken Dorsey following reports that the two have yet to meet face-to-face. They also analyze the Cavaliers' mindset ahead of Game 2 and praise the Cleveland Guardians' youth movement led by Tanner Bibee and Travis Bazzana. 01:20 - Dorsey and Miles Garrett 10:54 - Sandwich Price Versus Quality 17:42 - Cavaliers Game Two Outlook 23:31 - Coaching Excuses and Failures 29:21 - Guardians Five-Game Streak 35:53 - Rodgers and Leadership Styles

Kenny Atkinson defends James Harden's role with the Cleveland Cavaliers while suggesting they would not have advanced past the first round without him. Mary Kay Cabot joins to provide updates on the Browns' quarterback competition between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders. They also discuss the implications of Deion Sanders communicating with the coaching staff and the future status of veteran Joel Bitonio. 01:20 - Atkinson Defends James Harden 04:45 - Harden Versus Darius Garland 07:55 - Harden's Impact On Frontcourt 11:45 - Browns Quarterback Battle Update 16:45 - Myles Garrett Voluntary Absence 20:05 - Joel Bitonio Career Future 23:25 - Deion Sanders Coaching Input 28:30 - Brennan Sorsby Gambling Controversy 35:40 - Final Cavs Pressure Thoughts

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima welcome Tim Legler to analyze the Cleveland Cavaliers' collapse against Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks. They debate whether Donovan Mitchell's fourth-quarter struggles were due to fatigue or a mental lapse and evaluate the coaching decisions of Kenny Atkinson. 02:18 - Tim Legler Interview Begins 05:23 - Analyzing Brunson and Harden 08:30 - Bigs and Defensive Strategy 12:50 - Mitchell and Fatigue Debate 19:40 - Predicting Harden's Game 2 24:50 - Mitchell versus Dwyane Wade 32:00 - Critiquing Donovan Mitchell 35:30 - Patrick Beverley Defends Cavs 39:30 - Coaching Pressure on Atkinson

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima weigh in on Marcus Morris's leadership critiques and Patrick Beverley's scholarly defense of the Cavaliers. They also break down the intense pressure on Kenny Atkinson as fans grow critical of coaching decisions during the playoffs. 01:55 - Cavs Leadership Debate 02:35 - Pat Bev Defends Cavs 05:16 - Kenny Atkinson Coaching Pressure

Ken and Lima analyze the Cleveland Cavaliers' performance following a tough overtime loss to the New York Knicks, specifically looking at Jalen Brunson's late-game dominance. They debate whether Donovan Mitchell's fourth-quarter scoring drought is a result of physical exhaustion or if he lacks the closing ability of legends like Dwyane Wade. The discussion also touches on coaching decisions regarding veteran rotations before concluding with a comprehensive sports update on the Browns and NBA playoffs.

ESPN's Tim Legler breaks down exactly how a 22-point lead evaporates, walking through the defensive switching breakdowns, the half-hearted doubles that confused everyone, and the moment the Cavs collectively stopped playing to win and started playing to survive. His most pointed take: this wasn't a gassed team, because a gassed team doesn't play the elite two-and-a-half quarters of defense the Cavs played before the collapse. Mitchell camping on the wing instead of demanding the ball is the offensive mystery nobody has answered yet, and Harden's ceiling and floor being this far apart in the same series is just the reality of what Cleveland signed up for.

They analyze the dynamic between Deion Sanders and NFL coaches, specifically regarding his son Shedeur Sanders' professional future. They argue that as a Power 4 head coach, Deion's desire to communicate with figures like Todd Monken is standard practice rather than nepotism. 01:00 - Browns Quarterback Race 02:04 - Deion Sanders Outreach Debate 04:33 - Manning Family Standards 06:21 - Professional Coaching Dynamics 09:46 - Cavaliers Playoff Expectations

Browns beat reporter Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com joins Ken and Lima to sort through the OTA noise, confirming Watson took more first-team snaps early but Shedeur got the critical 11-on-11 period that matters most, which means the competition is real even if the optics favor the veteran. The Myles Garrett absence debate gets a definitive answer from Mary Kay — there's simply a different set of rules for generational players, and Todd Monken himself has said it's not a big deal. Judkins looking explosive in 11-on-11 is the best Browns news of the week, Petonio's future remains a genuine mystery, and Mary Kay draws the line on the Game 1 collapse being a Drive or Fumble-level moment — only if they lose the series does it belong in that conversation.

Atkinson's postgame defense of Harden sparks a bigger conversation about the trade itself, with Ken making the sharpest case yet that the difference between "would not," "will not," and "may not" win a championship is the entire argument for why the deal had to be made. The backline defense breakdown gets a fair look too, with Ken pointing out that Mobley and Allen were covering for Harden all night until they stopped, which is exactly what the trade was supposed to provide. It never ends well with Harden, Ken admits, but the Eastern Conference Finals is proof that it was always going to end worse without him.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima break down the Cleveland Guardians' five-game win streak and the impressive performance of Tanner Bibee against the Tigers. They also discuss Victor Wembanyama's "must-watch" highlights and debate Aaron Rodgers' leadership style following his appearance at OTAs. 01:00 - Traffic Report 02:57 - Guardians Edge Tigers 04:24 - Developing Young Talent 05:57 - NBA Playoff Update 07:42 - Rodgers At OTAs

Ken doesn't want to call Game 2 must-win but keeps talking himself toward it anyway, while a caller pushes back and reminds everyone there are still six games left to play. Kenny Atkinson keeps opening his mouth about the first three quarters and nobody wants to hear it, and the real question nobody can answer yet is whether Harden has anything left in the tank or if what Cleveland saw at the end of Game 1 is the new reality. The sandwich tangent somehow lands as the perfect metaphor for the whole situation: if you're not delivering the product, people stop showing up.

Jeremy Fowler gives Watson the edge, Mike Garofalo goes 101 percent certain he starts Week 1, and Ken and Lima are left trying to reconcile what they want with what every credible NFL insider is telling them. The Browns QB race conversation runs parallel to Game 2 tonight at MSG, which Ken and Lima both acknowledge feels way more urgent than a game two should feel after blowing a 22-point lead. Todd Monken's honest postgame frustration over 7-on-7 interceptions is either refreshing or terrifying depending on your outlook, and the Shedeur fans debating reporters on social media over what they actually watched at practice is its own separate disaster.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima discuss the defensive mindset of the Cleveland Browns following a clip about practice intensity from Quincy Williams. They also debate the news regarding Myles Garrett and his lack of a face-to-face meeting with new offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey. 01:24 - Traffic Report 02:03 - Defensive Practice Intensity 03:45 - Myles Garrett OTA Discussion

Marcus Morris questions the leadership within the Cleveland Cavaliers roster following a significant playoff collapse against the Knicks. Ken and Lima debate whether the loss was due to a lack of vocal leaders or simply physical fatigue while scrutinizing Kenny Atkinson's late-game management.

Ken and Lima analyze Tanner Biby's dominant yet winless performance for the Guardians, highlighting his historically low run support. They also take a nostalgic look back at the steroid era of baseball before shifting to the Cavaliers' recent playoff struggles. They finish by addressing the harsh national media narrative surrounding the Cavs and the upcoming Game 2.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima erupt in a heated debate after the Cleveland Cavaliers surrendered a 22-point lead to the New York Knicks in Game 1. They scrutinize Kenny Atkinson's coaching decisions and James Harden's defensive performance against Jalen Brunson. Chris Kaiser and Jason Lloyd join to provide perspective on the team's resiliency heading into Game 2. 02:51 - Cavs Historic Collapse 09:55 - Lima And Ken Clash 18:05 - Harden's Defensive Struggles 30:45 - Chris Kaiser In Studio 39:55 - Atkinson's Postgame Tone 55:35 - Protecting Rocket Arena 01:09:55 - Guardians Baseball Update 01:20:25 - Rashee Rice Legal Issues 01:26:15 - Barkley Slams Cavs Choke 01:34:25 - Cleveland Sports Misery 01:47:30 - Overcoming Playoff Adversity 02:00:55 - Jason Lloyd Interview 02:13:30 - Mitchell And Brunson Matchup 02:21:55 - Burying The Hatchet 02:37:05 - Fans Missing The Ending

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima clash over the Cleveland Cavaliers' monumental collapse against the New York Knicks in Game 1. They dissect Kenny Atkinson's refusal to call timeouts during a massive run and James Harden's inability to stop Jalen Brunson. The discussion heats up as they debate whether the season is salvageable after one of the worst choke jobs in franchise history. 01:55 - Cavs Playoff Collapse 06:10 - Atkinson Coaching Critique 10:15 - Cleveland Heartbreak Debate 14:40 - Ken and Anthony Clash 20:20 - James Harden Struggles 24:45 - Garden Atmosphere Shift 28:50 - Timeout Strategy Failure 35:20 - Defensive Matchup Issues 39:30 - Caller Fan Frustration

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima react to the Cavaliers' devastating loss to the Knicks after surrendering a 22-point lead. They break down Kenny Atkinson's performance and speak with Chris Kaiser about the team's resilience and plans for upcoming home games. The conversation also covers the Guardians' winning streak and news regarding professional athletes returning to the college ranks. 02:00 - Atkinson Postgame Criticism 08:05 - Heated Dean Wade Debate 17:05 - Interview With Chris Kaiser 22:12 - Protecting Home Court 27:36 - Mike Breen Call Analysis 32:44 - Bazzana Leads Guardians Win 35:46 - College And NFL Updates 41:15 - Rashee Rice Jail Sentence

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima vent their frustrations after the Cleveland Cavaliers surrendered a 22-point lead to the New York Knicks. They analyze Charles Barkley's assessment of the performance and critique Kenny Atkinson for failing to call timeouts during the fourth-quarter meltdown. The discussion pivots to James Harden's fatigue and whether the team can mentally recover for Game 2. 01:59 - Blown 22-Point Lead Analysis 04:40 - Barkley Labels It Choke 08:15 - Atkinson Coaching Errors Debated 13:10 - Harden Performance and Fatigue 19:50 - Reaction to Post-Game Comments 26:55 - Fanbase Trust Issues Discussed 35:00 - Fan Calls and Defense 40:05 - Preparing for Game 2

Jason Lloyd from The Athletic joins Lima and Tone to analyze the Cavaliers' fourth-quarter collapse against the Knicks and Kenny Atkinson's refusal to use timeouts. They examine how James Harden and Donovan Mitchell struggled with fatigue down the stretch and compare this devastating loss to historic Cleveland sports moments. 01:50 - Jason Lloyd Interview 04:56 - Atkinson Timeout Management 09:03 - Harden Matchup Concerns 12:54 - Resiliency and Toughness 18:48 - 2018 Finals Comparison 22:47 - Cavaliers Tension in Studio 27:49 - Cleveland Sports Heartbreak 36:45 - Tim Richards Bedtime Blunder 40:50 - Insurmountable Lead Debate

They break down the Cleveland Cavaliers' devastating loss to the Knicks after blowing a 20-point lead. The discussion covers the frustration of watching the lead evaporate and head coach Kenny Atkinson's questionable choice not to call timeouts during the Knicks' late-game run. 01:07 - Sports Fan Heartbreak 02:54 - Cavs Collapse Against Knicks 05:33 - Atkinson's Timeout Decision

They analyze the Cavaliers' stunning collapse against the Knicks, focusing on the lack of adjustments from Kenny Atkinson during a 22-point lead swing. The conversation highlights Donovan Mitchell's fourth-quarter fatigue and compares this heartbreak to past Cleveland sports failures.

Jason Lloyd from The Athletic joins Ken Carman and Anthony Lima to analyze the Cleveland Cavaliers blowing a 22-point lead in Game 1 against the Knicks. They debate Kenny Atkinson's coaching decisions, Donovan Mitchell's fourth-quarter disappearance, and compare the loss to the infamous 2018 JR Smith finals error.

Anthony Lima and Ken Carman break down the Cleveland Cavaliers' late-game failure in their playoff opener. They analyze Kenny Atkinson's rotation choices and lack of timeouts while looking ahead to how the team must respond in Game 2. 01:00 - Reacting to the Game 1 Loss 02:31 - Debating Atkinson's Coaching 06:09 - Looking Ahead to Game 2

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima react to the Cavaliers blowing a 22-point lead against the Knicks and criticize Kenny Atkinson for his poor game management. They discuss the frustration of the fan base regarding the lack of timeouts and the coach's seemingly nonchalant post-game attitude. 01:41 - Atkinson's Timeout Management 05:36 - Post-Game Attitude Critique 08:30 - Trusting The Cavaliers 15:26 - Responding To Adversity

Ken and Lima dissect the Cleveland Cavaliers' devastating loss to the New York Knicks, debating if the blown 22-point lead constitutes an all-time choke job. They also analyze coach Kenny Atkinson's decisions and discuss whether this moment belongs alongside other infamous instances of Cleveland sports misery.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima highlight the Cleveland Guardians' fourth straight victory and the performance of young hitters like Travis Bazzana. They also analyze the implications of former professional players returning to college at LSU and criticize the NFL's push for an international division.

Chris Kaiser, Executive VP of the Cavaliers, joins Ken Carman and Anthony Lima to discuss the team's resilience after a devastating Game 1 collapse. They explore upcoming watch parties and specific tactics being implemented to prevent New York fans from taking over Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse during home games.

Ken and Lima keep the phones hot as callers debate where the blame really lands, with one caller going to bat for Dean Wade and another comparing Harden guarding Brunson to a football referee. The Donovan Mitchell question cuts to the heart of it — was he scared or just gassed, and does the answer change what comes next? Dan Gilbert hitting social media after the game is the final thread Ken teases heading into the break, and it sounds like the owner isn't hiding how he feels either.

Ken and Lima open the phones and the anger is real, with callers zeroing in on the same thing the hosts can't get past: seven straight Brunson possessions going at Harden with zero adjustment, zero timeout, and zero accountability in the postgame. The breakdown of why Atkinson had no good options defensively gets a fair hearing, but the conclusion is the same either way. The series isn't over, but Ken keeps saying it so much he admits it's starting to sound like he's convincing himself.

Ken and Lima are beside themselves after the Cavs blew a 22-point lead without a single timeout called, and the coaching decision is now the centerpiece of a morning that starts with both hosts at each other's throats before redirecting their anger where it belongs. The fatigue excuse gets some sympathy, but the failure to make adjustments as Brunson went on a one-man 18-1 run gets none, and Kenny Atkinson's breezy postgame presser made everything worse. The series isn't over, but the Cavs have a lot to answer for before tip-off tomorrow night.

The Cavs coughed up one of the most stunning collapses in recent playoff memory, surrendering a 22-point fourth quarter lead to Jalen Brunson and the Knicks in overtime, and Ken and Lima spend the opening of the show nearly as heated with each other as they are with the team. Ken calls it one of the greatest choke jobs in NBA history and questions whether the series is already cooked, while Lima pushes back hard — arguing you can't declare a series over after one game against a team you were already picked to lose to, and that the Cavs still have six more chances to respond. The real culprit is clear to both of them once the dust settles — Kenny Atkinson never adjusted defensively as Brunson went supernova, Harden played 42 minutes and couldn't defend or score down the stretch, and a Knicks team with actual shooters made Cleveland pay every time they tried to double, which is nothing like what Detroit threw at them.

Carmen and Lima analyze the Roast of Kevin Hart, arguing that the classic format has been ruined by mean-spiritedness and a lack of chemistry between performers. They highlight the shift from intimate clubs to large arenas as a primary reason the genre feels disconnected and overly commercialized. 01:41 - The Roast Is Dead 05:30 - Katt Williams Surprise Appearance 09:46 - Arena Comedy Issues

Ken and Lima analyze the Cavaliers' upcoming Eastern Conference Finals series against the Knicks, featuring stars Donovan Mitchell and James Harden. They debate the rumors of a Myles Garrett trade following his absence from Browns OTAs and discuss Shedeur Sanders' role in the quarterback competition. The duo also welcomes Chris Mannix to break down Victor Wembanyama's historic performance and the national perception of Cleveland sports. 02:10 - Guardians Strike First 07:20 - Tigers Rivalry Meltdown 12:00 - Cavs Knicks ECF Preview 20:00 - Cavs Fan Disconnect 30:10 - Browns QB Leaks 36:20 - Shedeur vs Watson 41:50 - Myles Garrett OTA Absence 48:10 - Garrett Trade Debate 59:50 - Caller Tom On Picks 01:09:50 - About Last Night Recap 01:16:30 - Boss Keith Sounder Critique 01:23:00 - Underdogs At MSG 01:30:00 - NBA Parity And Legacy 01:36:45 - LeBron Spoiled Cleveland 01:48:10 - Mobley As Ceiling Raiser 02:03:20 - Chris Mannix Interview 02:16:50 - Jalen Brunson Matchup Nightmare 02:34:30 - Mitchell MSG Return

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima preview the Eastern Conference Finals matchup between the Cavaliers and the Knicks, highlighting Evan Mobley as the series' X-factor. They also discuss the Detroit-Cleveland rivalry following a Tigers meltdown and analyze recent reports regarding the Browns' quarterback competition involving Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders. 01:50 - Guardians Victory Recap 05:35 - Detroit Rivalry Meltdown 11:55 - Cavs Knicks Series Preview 21:05 - Successful Cavs Season Debate 26:55 - Evan Mobley X Factor 31:55 - Browns QB Battle Reports 38:15 - Watson Sanders Expectations

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima engage in a heated debate regarding reports that the Cleveland Browns might consider trading star defensive end Myles Garrett. They explore local fan perspectives versus national narratives and discuss the implications of trading a franchise cornerstone for draft picks. The discussion also covers the Cleveland Guardians' recent success and Victor Wembanyama's dominant performance in the NBA. 01:20 - OJ Trial And Garrett Talk 05:50 - Myles Garrett Trade Debate 09:03 - Browns Defensive Coaching Changes 12:53 - Garrett Leadership Analysis 20:00 - Listener Myles Garrett Feedback 25:02 - NFL Contract Extension Discussion 32:02 - Cleveland Guardians Performance Update 35:08 - NBA Stars League Dominance 38:42 - Station Boss Sound Critique

Ken and Lima discuss the perceived lack of enthusiasm for the Cavaliers' deep playoff run as they prepare to face the New York Knicks. They analyze whether the shadow of the LeBron James era and a toxic fan culture are preventing locals from enjoying the team's underdog status.

Ken Carmen and Anthony Lima preview the Eastern Conference Finals matchup between the Cleveland Cavaliers and New York Knicks. Chris Mannix joins to explain why Evan Mobley is the series' "ceiling raiser" and why Madison Square Garden could become a playground for Donovan Mitchell. They also debate Victor Wembanyama's potential to join the GOAT conversation after a dominant performance. 01:59 - Cavs Strategy for Knicks 06:11 - Chris Mannix Interview Begins 10:04 - Mobley's Impact on Series 15:22 - Bickerstaff and Brown Dynamic 19:26 - Wembanyama's Dominant Performance 22:55 - Defending Jalen Brunson 27:22 - Bickerstaff's Exit and Allen 34:45 - LeBron vs Wembanyama Debate 38:55 - Jarrett Allen Under Pressure

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima preview the Cavaliers' matchup against the Knicks, highlighting Donovan Mitchell's return to New York. They also debate LeBron James' legacy compared to Michael Jordan and discuss Victor Wembanyama's trajectory. 01:12 - Mitchell's MSG Return 02:08 - LeBron Versus Michael Jordan 04:06 - Victor Wembanyama's Defensive Impact 06:03 - Previewing Cavs Versus Knicks 08:21 - Cleveland's Late-Series Conditioning