The Right Time with Bomani Jones

Bomani Jones and Domonique Foxworth discuss how the Nuggets size dominated the Heat in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, the Pistons giving Monty Williams the bag (22:31), Nick Nurse's answer on James Harden (36:24), and the potential ramifications of the NBA's new CBA (42:39). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and David Dennis Jr. discuss Bob Meyers stepping down as GM of the Golden State Warriors and what decisions the team will have to make going forward, if the Miami Heat have any shot of beating the Denver Nuggets in the NBA Finals, and David Dennis' upcoming new pod Rap Stories which breaks down some of the greatest hip-hop albums in history. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Domonique Foxworth discuss the art of debate television (8:53), Angola (17:52), the welfare check on Ja Morant (25:32), and a pool party (52:01). Plus, a conversation about the 3-year anniversary of the murder of George Floyd (56:39). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Howard Bryant discuss the Celtics forcing a Game 5 in the Eastern Conference Finals, the wave of NBA coaches getting fired (24:17), the Nuggets realizing their potential (31:03), and why LeBron would actually be considering retirement (34:17). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones discusses the dominant performances of both the Miami Heat and the Denver Nuggets thus far in the conference finals and the fight, or lack thereof, that their opponents are giving. (1:05) The complicated legacy of Jim Brown and all that he means ( 13:55), an IYHH that includes AI gaining the ability of Human Reasoning (36:03), and the wildest lines of game you have heard your friend spit (45:45). All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Domonique Foxworth discuss Ja Morant and how the NBPA will handle any punishment put on him (6:00), how Jimmy Butler's mentality has carried the Heat(30:00) , Jokic's greatness (42:20), and crazy stories from the airport. All that and more! For tickets to the live show go to www.universe.com/bomaninyc  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and J.A. Adande discuss the firing of Doc Rivers, how Jokic and LeBron are a part of Magic Johnson's lineage (27:20), the Spurs winning the Wembanyama lottery (38:44), the flaws in The Process (41:14), and stories about Rasheed Wallace and Gheorghe Muresan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones discusses the Philadelphia 76ers losing in Game 7, (1:03) how this could be a legacy making year for Nikola Jokic (13:50), and Ja Morant flashing a gun on IG live yet again. (22:20). Also an IYHH that includes a story burying the meta verse, (43:38) and your voicemails on the time you tried your mom (52:30). Link to live show go live 05/16 at noon ET. Just go to www.universe.com/bomaninyc  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Domonique Foxworth discuss being a sports fan in New York City ( 1:36), how Steph can finally get his revenge on LeBron ( 28:31), and why this needs to be the Nuggets year (38:45) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Spencer Hall discuss F1 going to Las Vegas, Bob Huggins' radio hit (7:07), college athletes and coaches being investigated for gambling (14:15), the genius of Goodfellas (33:34), how Steph Curry must want to boil over (48:30), and a story about Vin Diesel (40:42). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones discusses the second round thus far including; the slugfest in the Heat-Knicks series (1:10), who is going to show up for either Boston or Philly (8:51), and the wildness of Nuggets-Suns Game 4 (17:42). Also an IYHH that includes $3 million worth of Fentanyl being found in a Maine diner ( 33:44), and your voicemails on the time you talked yourself out of a job. (43:52) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Domonique Foxworth discuss how Aaron Rodgers is getting used to NYC living,(5:30) why so many of the players in the draft seem to come from only a few programs (18:35), the evolution of the white corner (32:19), and how Dillon Brooks might have just talked himself out of a job.(42:25) All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Monica McNutt discuss the similarity between Philly and New York fans, the Steph vs. Magic debate (11:14), why Anthony Davis needs to dominate the Warriors (23:55), the Suns falling behind 0-2 to Denver (36:10), the Celtics losing to Philly without Embiid, and they share Clyde Frazier and John Starks stories (18:11). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones discusses Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat's impressive run in the playoffs (1:36), a quick aside on HBCU players not getting drafted (18:45), and the wildness in the western conference ( 23:30). Also an IYHH that includes surprising information on Millennials in the economy that you may not have known (33:44), and your voicemails on the time the game was cheating (49:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Domonique Foxworth discuss how Lamar Jackson is now in no excuses territory, Will Levis dropping out of the 1st round (16:07), the Texans giving up a haul for Will Anderson (31:21), Anthony Richardson's fit in Indy (33:04), the Falcons taking Bijan Robinson with the 8th pick (35:19), and the Eagles collecting Georgia defenders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Nate Tice of The Athletic discuss why Anthony Richardson should be the top pick in the draft (6:50), pros and cons of Bryce Young (17:30), why teams like guys like Will Levis (24:05), why CJ Stroud might slip (30:35), the 20th anniversary of the Vikings not getting their pick in on time (36:16), and the time he tried his dad (1:40). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones discusses the wild weekend of playoff basketball including: the Warriors fighting back against the Kings (1:30), the Wolves surviving against the Nuggets (12:24), the Knick handling the Cavs (17:05), and the Dillon Brooks show in Los Angeles (20:19). Also an IYHH that dives into the unnecessary shooting of Ralph Yarl (31:15) and your voicemails on the time you talked too much trash in pickup (47:34) All that and more! IYHH Stories:  @sophiaankel story on the shooting of Ralph Yarl: https://www.insider.com/black-teen-shot-head-ringing-wrong-doorbell-kansas-ralph-yarl-2023-4 @anyazoledz story on gender-affirming care for minors being banned in several states https://www.vice.com/en/article/dy3vdy/trans-kids-are-losing-critical-healthcare-and-their-parents-are-panicking @erinsnod story on 2 tons of cocaine being found off the coast of italy https://www.insider.com/tons-cocaine-worth-440-million-found-coast-italy-police-2023-4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Domonique Foxworth discuss Karl Anthony-Towns' playoff struggles, Dillon Brooks irritating LeBron (8:02), Damar Hamlin being cleared to play football (15:01), the impact of Jalen Hurts' new contract on Lamar Jackson (25:53), and share a few stories about Pac Man Jones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Nick Wright discuss Draymond Green's suspension and the potential downfall of the Warriors dynasty (1:40), the Sacramento Kings exciting brand of basketball (18:10), the Lakers chances of winning the championship (28:21), and they get into playoff legacies impacted by this years playoffs (44:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones discusses the thrilling start to the NBA Playoffs including a breakdown of Kawhi vs. Kevin Durant (1:03), the Lakers beating the Grizzlies (14:06), and a note about Karl Anthony-Towns (25:43.) Also, an IYHH that includes Michael Jordan's home being broken into (27:35). And your stories about the biggest slacker you've met. (42:53). All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Domonique Foxworth discuss why they don't want to see the Kings beat the Warriors (2:55), how Kendrick Perkins helped shift the NBA MVP conversation (14:00), and Zion Williamson's extended absence from the Pelicans (36:54). All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Michael Smith discuss Anthony Richardson's upside (11:21), Bryce Young's ability to process (14:48), the real QB whisperer among NFL coaches (20:50), the dynamics of the Gobert punch (41:57), and the one thing that energizes an NBA fan base like none other (36:38). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones previews the NBA playoffs (1:14) ,discusses all the extracurriculars that occurred on the last day of the NBA regular season (14:36), and gives his take on the Ravens signing Odell Beckham Jr. (25:56). Plus an IYHH on the sanctity of work spouses (33:21), and your voicemails on the time you sent a text to the wrong person.(47:10) All that and more! IYHH Stories: @josephfcox story on the IRS wanting to acquire an internet monitoring tool: https://www.vice.com/en/article/93kwd7/irs-wants-to-buy-internet-mass-monitoring-tool-team-cymru-netflow @beafreyanolan story on the generational divide on having a work spouse: https://www.businessinsider.com/gen-z-boomers-work-wives-millennials-disagree-husband-2023-4  @saramorrison's story on Elon's latest attempt to get people to pay for Twitter Blue: https://www.vox.com/recode/2022/11/4/23438917/twitter-verifications-blue-check-elon-musk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Domonique Foxworth discuss how the Lakers are actually interesting (7:37), a paradigm case argument regarding Luka (21:50), Harden's under the radar season (26:24), and the underlying issues with the conversation around the LSU women (29:22). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones asks Brian Windhorst to tell his favorite NBA story of all-time (1:16) and then they discuss a potential tank off (17:30), an opening for LeBron and the Lakers in the West (30:07), why the Knicks-Cavs series will mean so much for the winner (33:46), and how the Mavs have painted themselves into a corner (43:41). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones discusses the thrilling conclusion to the women's college basketball season; including the reaction to Angel Reese, the media attention that Caitlin Clark has received, and some of the racial animus that exists in this country. Plus an IYHH that includes Florida banning yet another piece of media and your voicemails on the best April fools prank pulled on you. All that and more! IYHH Stories: @molly_lipson's story on on how positive feedback helps the workplace. - https://www.businessinsider.com/boss-manager-positive-feedback-employee-appreciation-work-quit-job-2023-3? Candace Mcduffie's story on Florida's continued ban of anything related to race.-https://www.theroot.com/omg-ruby-bridges-film-banned-from-school-after-paren-1850269836 @JStein_WaPo story on how commercial real estate is impacting the banking industry-https://www.washingtonpost.com/us-policy/2023/03/27/commercial-real-estate-banks-loans/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Howard Bryant discuss how Lamar Jackson has leverage in his contract dispute with the Ravens and why he's the type of player the American public should be rooting for (28:57). Plus, they discuss how basketball is more fun when there are dominant teams (39:39) and delve into the NBA MVP debate (43:01). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones discusses a Final Four completely devoid of blue bloods and true Cinderellas (1:01), explains his defense of Kyrie Irving as a basketball player (14:55), and LeBron's return (24:59). Plus, an IYHH involving the downsides of Open AI (32:25) and your voicemails on the time you got injured just by being old (46:03). IYHH Stories: @_hasanc on the potential negative ramifications of Open AI https://bit.ly/3LUeS1E @JayShams on the looming indictment of former President Trump https://bit.ly/40k5FnA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Domonique Foxworth discuss Ozzie Newsome's comments on Lamar Jackson's contract situation, the QB's in next months draft, and a spirited conversation on the impact that Bijan Robinson brings to a football field. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Vinnie Goodwill of Yahoo Sports discuss the indignance and coaching prowess of Rick Pitino (11:46), why players don't like Trae Young (23:05), how Steph Curry has had to answer the critics at every stage of his career (32:05), and the greatness of Hakeem Olajuwon and Kevin McHale (49:23). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones discusses the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament, Rick Pitino potentially being named the next head coach for St.Johns, and an IYHH that includes the collapse of three banks. Plus, your stories on the time someone called you for help. IYHH Stories: @mslopatto story on the collapse of three banks https://www.theverge.com/2023/3/12/23636780/crypto-collapse-fdic-treasury-shut-down-signature-bank @shawnhubler story on Historians being involved with he gun debate https://www.nytimes.com/2023/03/14/us/gun-law-1791-supreme-court.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Domonique Foxworth discuss Ja Morant's return to the Memphis Grizzlies, tell some stories from their youth, Aaron Rodgers drama, and what the Panthers should do with the 1st overall pick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Elle Duncan discuss Aaron Rodgers holding the Jets hostage, why teams are being bullish about signing Lamar Jackson, and how to handle the situation with Brandon Miller and Alabama during the NCAA tournament. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones discusses the lack on interest in College Basketball following Selection Sunday, the Dolphins trading for star DB Jalen Ramsey, and the Panthers trading for the first overall pick. Also, an IYHH that includes a story about the new wave in Gen-Z dating and your stories on the craziest thing you have seen happen at the mall. IYHH Stories @loriara's story on the blocked JetBlue-Spirit merger- https://www.washingtonpost.com/transportation/2023/03/07/jetblue-spirit-airlines-merger-doj/ @Dcoxpolls on Gen-Z's new relationship trends- https://www.businessinsider.com/gen-z-dating-trend-online-apps-friends-romantic-partners-relationships-2023-3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Domonique Foxworth discuss Shawn Kemp's alleged shooting and reminisce on his NBA career. Also, they discuss Lamar Jackson receiving the franchise tag from the Baltimore Ravens and the five teams who are choosing to not pursue him. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones is joined by Andscape writer David Dennis Jr. to discuss how the Grizzlies should handle Ja Morant going forward, the Nikola Jokic MVP debate, and Chris Rock's comedy special around Will Smith slapping him at the Oscars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones talks about Ja Morant's latest incident and his absence from the Memphis Grizzlies, Lamar Jackson's contract situation, an IYHH that includes self-flying planes, and your stories about the time your kid squared up with you. IYHH Stories: Huileng Tan's story on Meta's push to create more AI products  https://www.businessinsider.com/zuckerberg-new-meta-top-level-team-ai-products-chatgpt-metaverse-2023-2 Elise Morton's story on Russian School Propaganda  www.businessinsider.com/russia-ukraine-invasion-propoganda-schoolkids-2023-1 Suzanne Rowan Kelleher's story on self flying planes https://www.forbes.com/sites/suzannerowankelleher/2023/02/26/pilotless-autonomous-self-flying-planes/?sh=4bb06e1945ea Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Domonique Foxworth discuss LeBron James getting injured, and what that means for the Lakers season, what Kevin Durant brings to the Phoenix Suns, and the string of incidents involving Ja Morant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones is joined by Kendrick Perkins to discuss his new book "The Education of Kendrick Perkins", what it was like being drafted by the Celtics out of high school, the championship team in 08, life after basketball, AAU, and so much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones discusses Jake Paul losing to Tommy Fury, the crazy and historic weekend in the NBA, and the situation around Brandon Miller and the University of Alabama. Plus, an IYHH including the Ohio train derailment, and your voicemails on the time you or someone you know got dunked on. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Domonique Foxworth discuss Aaron Rodgers' darkness retreat, and the rumors that the Packers are looking to shop the future Hall-of-Famer. Also, they run through some of the QB's in the draft, and look back at some of the all-time great college football teams in history. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones is joined by The Athletic's David Aldridge to discuss All-Star weekend in Salt Lake City, how they expect the top of the Eastern Conference to play out, and what to make out of the very wild Western Conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Domonique Foxworth breakdown what it takes to be a champion in professional sports, as they look back at the 10 year anniversary of the Ravens vs. 49ers Super Bowl, they also look at how analytics helped propel the Eagles to success, and they question if Bryce Young's size will work in the NFL. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bruce Bowen joins Bomani to talk about the ever-changing NBA landscape including; the new look Dallas Mavericks, Kevin Durant on the Suns, the Nuggets and Jokic's greatness, and so much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani discusses what the win in the Super Bowl means for Patrick Mahomes, Jalen Hurts' epic performance, and what his impressions were following Rihanna's halftime performance. Also, your stories on your most unreliable coworker. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani and Domonique discuss Kevin Durant's shocking trade to the Suns and where it went wrong for the Nets. Later they breakdown the matchup in the Super Bowl and what they expect out of both star QBs who are battling injury. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Bomani Jones discusses the Super Bowl matchup and why the Chiefs and Eagles are such a compelling matchup, Kyrie Irving getting traded, and an IYHH on how censorship has gone too far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones and Domonique Foxworth take you behind the scenes of various shows at ESPN, discuss dudes that you don't want any problems with, and share their fondness of Pat Mahomes Sr. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Smith joins the show to discuss Tom Brady's career finally coming to an end, retired athletes in the media, and a quick history on Black Quarterbacks in the NFL ahead of the Super Bowl matchup between Jalen Hurts and Patrick Mahomes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani recaps two Black quarterbacks making it to the Super Bowl, the improbable story of Jalen Hurts, how Mahomes proved he's the best Quarterback in football, the fallout following the killing of Tyre Nichols, an IYHH featuring Surveillance at Drake Concerts, and your stories about the time your parents embarrassed you. IYHH Stories @theloniusly on surveillance of Drake Concerts- https://bit.ly/3Jn72ft @diamondnagasiu on Google Layoffs- https://bit.ly/3Hj9Sjc @samleecole on the effects that weed has on sex https://bit.ly/3Hj9Yay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices