The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima break down why the cult classic film Scarface fails to live up to the heights of other mob masterpieces like The Godfather. They analyze Brian De Palma's directorial style and share stories about meeting rock legends like the vocalist from the Rolling Stones' Gimme Shelter. 01:00 - Summer Vacation Plans 04:04 - Scarface Hot Take 08:55 - De Palma Films 13:23 - Comparing Great Directors 16:14 - Rock And Roll Stories

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the Cleveland Cavaliers' series-tying win over the Detroit Pistons, highlighted by Donovan Mitchell's 39-point second half. They discuss Evan Mobley's defensive dominance, J.B. Bickerstaff's officiating complaints, and the rumors surrounding a potential LeBron James return. The conversation also touches on Anthony Lima's neighborhood crane accident and the Guardians' recent success. 02:14 - Mitchell Ties The Series 08:25 - Mobley Comparisons To Garnett 16:15 - Bickerstaff Officiating Criticism 22:30 - Mitchell Historic Scoring 33:25 - Sorsby Character Concerns 41:05 - Supplemental Draft Investment 49:55 - Wearing Down Cade Cunningham 56:15 - Lima Neighborhood Crane Disaster 01:04:45 - LeBron Potential Return 01:12:15 - Guardians Baseball Update 01:20:10 - Road Physicality Challenges 01:31:40 - Mobley Rare Stat Line 01:38:30 - Detroit Radio Rebuttal 01:48:15 - Intriguing Quarterback Prospects 01:57:30 - Cunningham On Cavs Performance 02:07:55 - Offensive Strategy Shifts 02:13:30 - LeBron Career Legacy 02:21:25 - Giannis Trade Hypotheticals 02:27:10 - Removing Soft Label

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima break down the Cavaliers' Game 4 victory, highlighting Donovan Mitchell's explosive scoring and Evan Mobley's defensive dominance. They debate if the team has regained control of the series or if officiating will determine the outcome moving forward. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the Browns potentially targeting Brendan Sorsby despite character concerns. 01:50 - Mitchell's Historic Second Half 07:10 - Evan Mobley Defensive Performance 12:25 - Cade Cunningham Versus Mitchell 18:35 - National Media Disdain 26:55 - Bickerstaff on Officiating 35:40 - Sorsby Gambling Character Concerns

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima debate whether the Cleveland Browns should take a risk on Behren Morton and analyze the cultural shifts needed in the locker room. They break down the Cavaliers' playoff series and defensive strategies used against Cade Cunningham. Lima shares a wild story about a massive crane collapsing in his neighborhood, and they explore rumors regarding LeBron James possibly returning to Cleveland. 01:20 - Browns QB Risks 07:15 - Cavs Playoff Analysis 12:15 - Neighborhood Crane Collapse 18:00 - Crane Extraction Reaction 21:15 - LeBron Future Rumors 31:25 - Guardians Game Recap 35:15 - Vogt Living Situation

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze Donovan Mitchell's scoring explosion and Evan Mobley's defensive dominance in the Cavaliers' Game 4 victory. They address J.B. Bickerstaff's frustration over officiating and listen to Detroit radio hosts break down the free-throw disparity. Finally, they debate whether Taylen Green is the most fascinating quarterback prospect for the Browns. 01:54 - Mitchell's Historic Performance 06:15 - Road Officiating Challenges 11:10 - Mobley's Defensive Masterclass 16:15 - Exclusive 5-3-5 Club 19:40 - Detroit Radio Complaints 25:45 - Role Player Contributions 33:00 - Rekindling The Rivalry 36:55 - Browns Intriguing QB Prospect

Danny Cunningham joins Ken Carman and Anthony Lima to break down how Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley turned the series around for the Cavaliers. They evaluate the team's defensive adjustments against the Pistons and discuss the likelihood of LeBron James returning to Cleveland. Ken also recounts his recent cruise vacation and shares his take on the Miami Marlins stadium. 02:10 - Danny Cunningham Joins 06:11 - Evan Mobley's Growth 10:21 - Series Officiating Impacts 15:03 - LeBron Return Rumors 20:54 - Dylan Brooks Observations 23:26 - Giannis Trade Rumors 27:37 - Soft Label Debate 31:53 - Ken Carman Vacation 38:31 - Mitchell Superstar Performance

Ken Carman returns from vacation to recount his cruise experience and his disbelief at the lack of visible signage at the Miami Marlins' stadium. He joins Anthony Lima to discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' playoff momentum following Donovan Mitchell's incredible scoring performance. 01:03 - Carman's Cruise Vacation 03:16 - LoanDepot Park Signage 05:41 - Donovan Mitchell Dominates

Ken and Lima dig into the lingering "soft" narrative surrounding the Cavs after Game 4, with Ken arguing passionately that the label has become a lazy catch-all that fans and media reach for whenever Cleveland loses regardless of the actual circumstances. The conversation is sparked by Jeff Teague's take that the Cavs should have traded Evan Mobley and every pick they own for Giannis, which Ken pushes back on hard, saying Mobley's dominant defensive performances should make everyone pump the brakes on that conversation before the postseason is even over. Ken and Lima both agree that Detroit's bigs look mentally broken right now while the Cavs have been the more physical team in both Cleveland games, which is the exact opposite of the soft label everyone has been pinning on them. The bottom line from Ken is simple: if you weren't excited by what Mitchell, Mobley, and Harden did in Game 4, this sport might just not be for you.

Locked on Cavs host Danny Cunningham joins Ken and Lima and stops just short of saying the Cavs are back in control of the series, pointing to the road struggles as the one thing keeping him from going all the way there. Danny breaks down why Cade Cunningham is being worn down by the sheer volume of defensive attention he is facing, and argues the Cavs are uniquely built to throw multiple credible defenders at him in a way most Eastern Conference teams simply cannot. He also makes the case that the soft label on the Cavs bigs needs to be retired after this series, with Evan Mobley and Jared Allen making Jalen Duren and Isaiah Stewart look ordinary through four games. On LeBron, Danny says the Cavs should never say no to him if the price is right, and that Cleveland is actually a better fit for a championship run than staying in LA with a Lakers roster that needs a full rebuild around Luka.

Ken and Lima debate whether Taylen Green is a gadget player or a legitimate quarterback-first developmental prospect, with Lance Reisland firmly in the latter camp. The fascinating part is that nobody — including the people debating him — can fully define what he is, which is exactly what makes him the most intriguing player in the draft class. The segment pivots to Game 4 implications, with Lima wondering if a Cleveland-Detroit rivalry is finally building as the Cavs tied the series at 2-2.

Ken and Lima play audio from Detroit's morning show on 97.1 The Ticket, and are surprised to find the Motor City hosts making almost the exact same officiating complaints that Cleveland fans have been making all series, with the free throw disparity in Game 4 being particularly glaring. Callers weigh in with their own takes on how the Cavs can steal Game 5 on the road, with one comparing the situation to the 2016 Finals and arguing the Cavs need a signature dual performance from Mitchell and Harden similar to what LeBron and Kyrie did in Golden State. Ken and Lima both agree that Harden's 11 assists and 2 turnovers were even more valuable than his 24 points, and that the real key to winning on the road is the Cavs matching Detroit's physicality from tip-off rather than waiting to wake up in the second half.

Ken and Lima break down what needs to happen for the Cavs to win on the road in Game 5, with Ken arguing that the officiating excuse has to stop and the team simply needs to match Detroit's physicality from the opening tip. Ken and Lima both acknowledge that the homer whistle has been real throughout this series, but point out that as the playoffs narrow down to fewer series, the better officials take over and let the teams play, which could actually benefit the more physical Cavs team they saw in Game 4. JB Bickerstaff went public with his officiating complaints after the loss, and while Ken and Lima think he has a point, they are tired of the conversation and want to see the Cavs just go out and impose their will on the road. The bottom line is simple: whoever wins Game 5 in Detroit almost certainly wins the series.

The Guardians beat the Angels 7-2 last night, but Ken and Lima bring in producer John point out it was far from pretty as the top four hitters in the order went a combined 0-14, with the team drawing 11 walks to manufacture the offense. The bigger talking point is Steven Kwan, whose metrics are trending in the wrong direction at just 28 years old, with Ken and Lima debating whether Travis Bazaana or prospect Petey Halpin could soon push him out of the leadoff spot. The most entertaining story of the segment is that Guardians bench coach Tony Arnerich is currently living in manager Stephen Vogt's basement while Vogt recovers from a respiratory illness, which Ken and Lima have a field day with wondering about rent, tuna in the microwave, and whether there's a Memorial Day move-out deadline.

Ken and Lima dive into the LeBron James retirement and free agency question after the Lakers were swept by Oklahoma City, bringing in audio from LA sports radio insider Bill Reiter who says sources are split 50-50 between LeBron returning to Cleveland or staying with the Lakers. Ken admits that bringing LeBron back to Cleveland is probably a pipe dream given the salary cap and second apron constraints, but can't help fantasizing about what a LeBron-Cavs reunion would look like with this current roster. Lima also recaps a wild scene from his neighborhood where a tree service crane tipped over and damaged two homes, bringing out police, fire, city engineers, and half the street with lawn chairs to watch the "extraction." The segment wraps with Ken firmly believing LeBron's best basketball decision is to stay in LA with Luka, even if his heart wants to see him finish in Cleveland.

Ken and Lima continue the post-Game 4 conversation, with Ken making the case that the lack of fan exuberance after Mitchell's historic performance comes down to one simple thing: this team still doesn't have a clear identity after two major trades and a year of injuries. Ken pivots to the Browns and doubles down on his opposition to drafting Brendan Soresby, arguing that Cleveland is finally building something worth protecting and can't afford to skip steps the way they did with Baker Mayfield and Deshaun Watson. Back on the Cavs, Lima offers the most optimistic take of the morning — he sees a clear trend of the Cavs wearing down Cade Cunningham with high defensive pressure, and believes if the series goes six or seven games, Cunningham may have nothing left in the tank.

Ken and Lima shift gears to the Browns and debate whether Cleveland should use a second-round supplemental pick on Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, who is under investigation for gambling on his own college games. Ken is firmly against it, arguing that the Browns are finally building something worth protecting and that taking a risk on a quarterback with this kind of baggage isn't worth a supplemental pick that could be used elsewhere. Lima pushes back a bit, noting that gambling has become so normalized in sports culture that it's hard to fully villainize Sorsby, and that the true depths of what he did are still unknown. The bottom line from Ken: the talent is there, but this isn't the right place or the right time for the Browns to roll the dice on Sorsby.

Ken and Lima try to make sense of where this series stands after the Cavs' Game 4 win, and the honest answer is that neither of them feel comfortable saying Cleveland is back in control despite the blowout performance. Ken points out that what Mitchell did in the second half is something Cade Cunningham simply cannot replicate at this stage of his career, and that the Cavs' overall talent edge finally showed up on the same night for all four stars. But the elephant in the room heading into Game 5 in Detroit is officiating — JB Bickerstaff went public with his complaints about the whistle after Game 4, and Ken and Lima both acknowledge the refs have been wildly inconsistent throughout the series. The bottom line: Cleveland still hasn't won a road game, and until they do, calling them "back in control" is a tough sell.

Donovan Mitchell tied an NBA playoff record with 39 second-half points to drag the Cavs back to 2-2 against Detroit, and the morning show is trying to figure out if this is a turning point or just a stay of execution. Ken Carman returns from vacation to find a completely different series than the one he left, with Mitchell, Harden, and Evan Mobley all delivering their best performances of the postseason on the same night for the first time. Ken and LIma are quick to point out that the Cavs still haven't won a road game in this series, and given how bad things looked in Games 1 and 2, it's hard to say Cleveland is "back in control" rather than simply back to even. The big question heading into Game 5 in Detroit: was this a sign of what this team is truly capable of, or just one magical night?

Anthony Lima and Darryl Ryder break down James Harden's vintage performance that saved the Cavaliers' season in a pivotal Game 3 victory. They also analyze the Guardians' bold trade for Patrick Bailey and discuss the potential impact of rookie Tylan Grable on the Browns' offense. 01:50 - Segment Intro 10:00 - Atkinson Extending Minutes 18:40 - Max Strus Heroics 26:30 - Harden's Playoff Usage 34:30 - Guardians Catcher Trade 44:00 - NBA Playoff Officiating 52:50 - Tylan Grable Gadget 01:00:50 - Browns Rookie Minicamp 01:09:00 - NBA Lottery Disaster 01:18:48 - Shedeur Sanders Prom 01:23:30 - Cavs Defensive Identity 01:33:50 - League Rotation Trends 01:42:00 - Inside NBA Analysis 01:50:30 - Browns Wide Receivers 02:01:50 - Chris Fedor Interview 02:09:00 - Mitchell Health Analysis 02:19:45 - JB Bickerstaff Factor 02:27:00 - Final Game Prep

Anthony Lima and Darryl Ryder analyze the Cleveland Cavaliers' high-stakes Game 3 victory over the Detroit Pistons, exploring whether the win marks a legitimate turnaround or a temporary stay of execution. They scrutinize the decision to lean heavily on James Harden in late-game situations and evaluate Evan Mobley's defensive impact despite ongoing rebounding criticisms. Additionally, they discuss the Cleveland Guardians' surprising trade for Patrick Bailey and the team's decision to move on from Bo Naylor. 02:25 - Cavs Stay Of Execution 07:10 - Trusting James Harden 10:45 - Evan Mobley's Defensive Impact 16:45 - Readjusting Playoff Expectations 21:35 - Possession Game Importance 26:50 - Game 4 Series Outlook 34:25 - Guardians Trade For Patrick Bailey

Anthony Lima and Darryl Ryder break down the Cavaliers' fortunate Game 3 victory and the questionable strategy of deferring to James Harden in late-game moments. They explore Todd Monken's comments on Taylen Green's potential as an NFL gadget player and recount the chaotic weekend traffic in downtown Cleveland. The discussion wraps up with a look at Travis Bazzana's performance and Shedeur Sanders' Maybach loan for a student's prom. 02:24 - Cavaliers Game 3 Analysis 06:31 - Relying On James Harden 13:10 - Talan Green Gadget Role 18:20 - Todd Monken On Green 26:15 - Cleveland Traffic Nightmare 33:50 - Guardians And NBA Lottery 40:09 - Shedeur Sanders Prom Gesture

Anthony Lima and Daryl Ruiter analyze the Cavaliers' critical Game 4 following a resurgent performance from James Harden. They evaluate Kenny Atkinson's coaching decisions and Evan Mobley's defensive impact while assessing the pressure on the team to advance. Additionally, they discuss the outlook for the Browns' offense with new receivers Denzel Boston and Kevin Concepcion joining Jerry Jeudy under Todd Monken. 01:15 - Atkinson's Strategy and Game 3 06:20 - Cavs Lineups and Mitchell Fatigue 14:14 - Harden's Future and Playoff Pressure 20:02 - Mobley's Defense and Shaq's Take 26:28 - Browns Rookie Receiver Expectations

Chris Fedor joins Lima and Daryl to analyze the Cleveland Cavaliers' critical Game 3 victory over the Detroit Pistons. They discuss the strategic shift in James Harden's usage and Donovan Mitchell's improved health as key factors in keeping the series alive. The conversation also evaluates Kenny Atkinson's rotational adjustments and the challenges posed by J.B. Bickerstaff's Detroit squad. 02:05 - Harden's Clutch Game Performance 07:27 - Donovan Mitchell's Health Status 12:07 - Atkinson's Playoff Rotation Shifts 19:30 - J.B. Bickerstaff's Coaching Impact 26:47 - Managing James Harden's Usage

The crew breaks down what needs to change for the Cavs in Game 4, and the conversation keeps circling back to Kenny Atkinson's coaching decisions — specifically, why it took going down 0-2 to figure out basic playoff adjustments like shortening the rotation and managing Harden's usage. The hosts are convinced the Cavs have more talent than Detroit, but point out that JB Bickerstaff's Pistons play with a clarity and purpose that Cleveland simply hasn't matched, with guys doing exactly what they're supposed to do while the Cavs look scatterbrained and confused. There's also a growing concern about Max Struess being an absolute sieve defensively against Cade Cunningham, even as his two late-game hustle plays helped save Game 3. The bottom line: if the Cavs lose tonight, nobody on the coaching staff or roster is safe.

Cleveland.com's Chris Fedor joins the show to break down how the Cavs kept their season alive in Game 3, and his answer is more nuanced than just "Harden showed up." Fedor explains that Kenny Atkinson quietly overhauled the offense, dropping Harden's usage rate from 28 to 19, which kept him fresh enough to be effective in the clutch moments that actually mattered. The bigger question going into Game 4 is whether Atkinson learned his lesson about rotations — Fedor is blunt that the coaching decisions in Games 1 and 2 cost the Cavs dearly, and that kind of flexibility can't take two losses to figure out. There's also a fascinating wrinkle emerging: Donovan Mitchell may actually be getting stronger as the series goes on, which nobody saw coming heading into this series.

Lima and Daryl break down the Browns' new receiver duo of KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston, with both agreeing Concepcion profiles as the likely number one — though neither walked in with that label. The bigger point is that removing the pressure of being the go-to guy could finally unlock Jerry Judy, who gets open constantly but was buried under expectations he couldn't meet. Add Harold Fannin and Dylan Sampson, and Lima admits this is the first time in years he's genuinely excited about a Browns receiver room.

Lima and Daryl break down Harden's Jekyll-and-Hyde transformation from unplayable to clutch, with Shaq weighing in that one good game doesn't erase years of playoff disappearing acts. Evan Mobley gets deserved credit for his defensive performance in Game 3, particularly rerouting the Pistons in the paint instead of getting bodied around. The most interesting question heading into Game 4 is whether Cade Cunningham's astronomical usage will start catching up to him the same way fatigue has plagued the Cavs' stars.

Lima and Daryl react to Kenny Atkinson's postgame admission that he threw out the rotation and just played his best players in Game 3 — prompting both to ask why that isn't always the approach in the playoffs. Ryder is cautiously confident the Cavs win Game 4 tonight and tie the series, but the red flags remain: turnovers, rebounding, and a team that still needed 36-year-old James Harden to bail them out. The deeper question looming is whether Donovan Mitchell simply can't sustain heavy minutes deep in a playoff run.

Lima Likes covers the Guardians dropping two of three to Minnesota, including a brutal extra-innings loss where they inexplicably pitched to Byron Buxton with the game on the line. The NBA draft lottery gets roasted for a awkward, poorly produced broadcast, though Lima gives credit to Pacers GM Kevin Pritchard for publicly apologizing to fans. The segment closes on a feel-good note with Shadeur Sanders lending his $200,000 Maybach to a Bedford high school senior for prom — raising a lot of fun questions about insurance, speeding tickets, and whether the kid tested the limits.

Lima and Ruiter debate whether sixth-round QB Taylor Green can carve out a legitimate gadget role for the Browns, with Lima drawing Taysom Hill comparisons and Ryder urging everyone to pump the brakes on a sixth-round pick. Coach Todd Munkin left the door open for short-yardage and red zone packages, but Ryder warns teams figure out gimmicks fast. The segment wraps with Ryder's scorched-earth review of downtown Cleveland traffic on Saturday — a perfect storm of a Cavs game, Zach Bryan concert, and Collectacon.

Lima and Daryl can't wrap their heads around Donovan Mitchell handing the ball to 36-year-old James Harden in crunch time after a virtuoso offensive performance — and question whether that's a sustainable recipe. Both agree the Cavs got lucky in Game 3, with Harden's final two minutes masking a team that still lost the possession and rebounding battle. Until Mitchell and Mobley start finishing games, the Cavs' playoff ceiling remains the same as it's been for years.

Lima and Ruiter dig into the Guardians' surprising trade for two-time Gold Glove catcher Patrick Bailey, giving up a draft pick and pitching prospect "Tugboat" Wilkinson — a very un-Guardians move. Both agree this is less about upgrading the offense and more about getting a elite pitch-framer to help a struggling pitching staff, though Bailey's pass ball in his debut had season ticket holders fuming. The Cavs' season-on-the-line Game 4 looms large as the show shifts back to basketball.

Lima and Ruiter break down the Cavs' Game 3 win with cautious optimism, noting they finally won the turnover battle and points off turnovers — but the rebounding deficit (17-5 on the offensive glass) remains alarming. Lima admits he slept on it and still isn't convinced, questioning why a team with the most expensive roster in the NBA has its season riding on 37-year-old James Harden in crunch time. Tonight's game is simple: jump out early, keep your foot on Detroit's throat, and don't make Cleveland fans survive another nail-biter.

Anthony Lima and Daryl Ruiter dissect the Cavs' Game 3 win, with Lima admitting he was terrified every time Harden touched the ball late — even as he delivered. Ryder credits Kenny Atkinson for finally extending minutes and sticking with the plan, but both question whether a team that needed a 17-point lead just to survive can actually replicate that performance in Game 4. The Knicks sweeping Philly in the background only adds urgency to a series the Cavs desperately need to even up tonight.

92.3 The Fan presents a selection of guest appearances and interviews from during the past week with The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima, Baskin & Phelps, and The Afternoon Drive. Featuring Justin Termine, Mary Kay Cabot, Bobby Marks, Chris Easterling, and Mark Schlereth.

The hosts of 92.3 The Fan tackle the latest Browns news during the past week. From breaking down the potential impact of Aaron Rodgers' potential return to the Steelers, Brendan Sorsby's recent gambling controversy -- and whether the Browns should consider selecting him in the supplemental draft.

92.3 The Fan presents a selection of conversations about the Guardians from during the past week from The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima, Baskin & Phelps, and The Afternoon Drive. The guys discuss the lineup decisions facing manager Stephen Vogt, the emergence of Daniel Schneemann, and whether it's too soon to worry about the team's sluggish start.

92.3 The Fan presents a selection of conversations from the show during the past week. Ken is out this week. and Anthony was joined by a variety of guest hosts. The Cavs' struggles in their playoff series against the Pistons was front and center. Daryl Ruiter dropped a 'truth bomb' about the team. Lima comes to grips with the fact that he believed in them. Plus, Andrew Berry reaching 'King of the Draft' status, and reaction to Mark Schlereth ripping Shedeur's 'sycophants.'

92.3 The Fan presents a selection of conversations about the Cavaliers from The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima, Baskin & Phelps, and The Afternoon Drive. The guys react to the team's disappointing loss to the Pistons in Game 2, setting up a must-win Game 3 on Saturday. Who is to blame for how things have gone so far, and does the team have a chance to come back?

Anthony Lima and Andy Baskin react to the Cavs Game 2 loss calling Harden's performance grotesque and noting that all four of the Cavs' core players have been bad at some point this postseason — something that almost never happens with a contending team. The hosts and callers debate whether Kenny should bench Harden, stay with hot lineups, or just accept that this roster is fundamentally broken. The segment ends with the sobering reality that Mitchell and Harden are both about to get massive extensions for a team that can't survive its own first quarters.

$228 million on the floor. 97 points on the scoreboard. James Harden took two shots in the entire second half, Evan Mobley grabbed one rebound, and Kenny Atkinson's post-game answer was "we gotta find our mojo." Lima and Baskin hold nothing back on who's responsible for this disaster.

Lima & Baskin Break Down the Cavs' Collapse vs. Detroit Caption: Down 0-2 to the Pistons, the Cavs have given Cleveland fans absolutely nothing to believe in. Lima admits he's been hate-watching his own team since Game 3 against Toronto. Is Harden done as a playoff player? Is Mitchell hurt? Is Kenny Atkinson getting fired? The brutal honest breakdown you didn't want but needed.