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Hour 1: Tom Thibodeau Fired by Knicks

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 49:54


Evan, Canty and Michelle react to the shocking new that Tom Thibodeau has been let go by the Knicks. Did blowing Game 1 vs the Pacers lead to this? Who will replace Thibodeau at the helm in New York? Did the players play a part in his firing? Plus, we bring in UnSportsmanLike nation to decipher this move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: Roy Hibbert and Tim Bontemps Join the Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 49:28


Evan, Canty and Michelle dive right back into Aaron Rodgers' delayed decision. We go back to the NBA Finals with Tim Bontemps, who believes one team will make quick work of the other. Then Roy Hibbert, Former Pacers Center and 2x NBA All-Star joins the show to discuss the Pacers first Finals appearance in 25 years, plus whether the 76ers need to blow it all up. We close the hour with Canty's Best Bet of the Night and the UnSportsmanLike Moments of the Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: Adam Schefter Joins the Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 49:46


Evan, Canty and Michelle welcome Adam Schefter, ESPN Senior NFL Insider to the show. When will Aaron Rodgers sign? Is it Steelers or bust? Then, we draft our favorite Schefter topics from this weeks appearance. Michelle goes into All the Small Things that she has on her mind, could Pat lose more than just his hair? Plus, Canty and his wife have an open debate on the ending of their first date. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Blockbuster Knicks Trade?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 49:12


The UnSportsmanLike crew dives back into Jordan Love's lack of consistency into year 2. Dan Orlovsky, ESPN NFL Analyst calls in and is taking no prisoners regarding Jordan Love. Then, Evan breaks out his trade machine and draws up potential Knicks superstar trade. Producer Pat closes out the hour calling out Savannah Bananas haters for their lack of fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Ghosts of Packers Past and Present

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 47:09


Evan, Canty and Michelle debate around Aaron Rodgers delaying his decision more and more every day. Then, we discuss current Packers QB Jordan Love and his coach Matt LaFleur's comments regarding Love's "regression." Canty follows with his Power Rankings of the Top 5 most unlikely NBA Champions of all time. We finish the hour discussing the impact of Frank Ragnow's retirement on the Lions championship window. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: The Paul George Bowl

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 49:35


Evan, Canty and Michelle kickoff the hour highlighting moves the Knicks could make in order to take the next step going into next year. Justin Tinsley joins the show to discuss why he dubbed the Pacers and Thunder Finals matchup "The Paul George Bowl." Then, we circle back to Mike Tannenbaum's comments regarding the Steelers QB situation. Is Will Howard the best option for the Steelers at this point? Plus, Canty's Best Bet of the Night and the UnSportsmanLike Moments of the Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: Knicks Season a Success or Failure?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 49:35


Evan, Canty and Michelle debate who is to blame for the Knicks falling short vs the Pacers. What moves will they make in the offseason? What other moves could shake up the balance of power in the Association. Does the Knicks trip to the Eastern Conference Finals constitutes a successful season? Plus, we react to Deion Sanders comments regarding Shedeur's fall in the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Mike Tannenbaum and Alan Hahn join the show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 49:30


Canty gets us rolling on the 2nd hour with his Upon Further Review from the weekend in sports. What's next for Stefon Diggs and the Patriots? Mike Tannenbaum, ESPN NFL Front Office Insider weighs in on the state of AFC North QB situations. Will Howard... Really?! Then, Alan Hahn, host of Don, Hahn & Rosenberg on 880 ESPN New York stops by to give Knicks fans some hope for the future. Producer Pat round out the hour putting Producer Nuno on the spot for who's to blame in New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Pacers Knock Out the Knicks

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 49:27


Evan, Canty and Michelle dive into the Pacers taking down the Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals, advancing to their first Finals in 25 years. Was this season a failure for the Knicks? Is Tom Thibodeau to blame for the Knicks flaming out before the finals? Plus, are the Finals more exciting than we are led to believe? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Best of USL 5/26 - 5/30

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 42:44


The best of Unsportsmanlike with Evan, Canty and Michelle where they talk about if Anthony Edwards was crowned too soon , if Joe Flacco should mentor the Browns young QBs and interview with Damien Woody where he suggests what the Steelers should've did with Mike Tomlin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: Ian Begley joins the show

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 49:36


What happened to Haliburton last night? Can the Knicks come all the way back? SNY's Ian Begley joins the show to discuss that and more. Also, Plus, Canty's Best Bet, and the most UnSportsmanLike moment of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: Expired Meat

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 50:09


How close to the expiration date are you still willing to eat free deli meat? Also, ESPN NBA Front Office Insider Bobby Marks joins the show to talk about the future for NBA teams. Plus, Michelle reviews TLC 2 from WrestleMania 17! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Bear Alarm

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 49:21


There was a bear on ESPN's campus yesterday, and Joe Fortenbaugh joins to talk about that and more. Also, ESPN New York's Don La Greca joins to talk about the Knicks. Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Knicks Survive

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 49:34


How much credit does Jalen Brunson deserve for their win in game 5? What happened to Haliburton last night? Also, will Giannis be back in Milwaukee? Plus, Can He or Canty! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: Haliburton or Brunson?

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 50:02


Who would you rather have moving forward: Haliburton or Brunson? Can Brunson be the best player on a championship team? Also, Respeck It or Check It. Plus, Canty's Best Bet, and the most UnSportsmanLike moments of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: Gruff of the Neck

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 49:53


Would you rather have moving forward: Haliburton or Brunson? How do we characterize the OKC Thunder? Also, ESPN New York's Chris Carlin joins the show. Plus, what match will Michelle review tomorrow? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Damien Woody joins the show

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 49:47


Is Anthony Edwards out of the face of the NBA conversation? Also, ESPN NFL Analyst Damien Woody joins the show to discuss Caleb Williams, the Browns QB situation, and why the Steelers should trade Mike Tomlin. Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Dynasty Loading?

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 49:41


Did we crown Anthony Edwards too fast as the next face of the NBA? Also, is there a dynasty loading in OKC? Plus, does the SEC need to break away from the NCAA? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: National Cheeseburger Day

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 49:58


It's national cheeseburger day. What's the perfect burger? Also, ESPN PxP Announcer Marc Kestecher joins to talk about Thunder/Wolves. Plus, Canty's Best Bet, and the most UnSportsmanLike moments of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: Terry Bradshaw rips the Steelers

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 49:22


How many superstars are there in the sports? Also, ESPN BET's Joe Fortenbaugh joins to talk about the NBA playoffs. Plus, Terry Bradshaw ripped the Steelers for potentially signing Rodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Knicks Outlook

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 49:28


Was Evan's call that the Thunder will lock up the title too premature? Who do the Knicks need to add to make them a real contender? ESPN New York's Alan Hahn & ESPN NBA Analyst Jay Williams join to discuss that and more. Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Is Haliburton a superstar?

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 49:25


Is this series proving that Tyrese Haliburton is a superstar? What do the Knicks need to do to fix things for the future? Plus, should Giannis stay loyal to the Bucks? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: Tim Bontemps and Holly Rowe Join the Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 49:31


Tim Bontemps, ESPN NBA Reporter joins Evan, Canty and Michelle to get us ready for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Pacers and Knicks. Are the Thunder at the beginning of a new NBA dynasty? Will the winner of Game 4 win the Eastern Conference Finals. Then, Holly Rowe, ESPN Reporter joins the show to discuss the Women's College World Series and Caitlin Clark's injury that will take her off the court. We wrap up the hour with Canty's best bet of the night and the UnSportsmanLike Moments of the Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: Can the Knicks Even the Series?

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 49:25


Evan, Canty and Michelle dive back into key wins for the Thunder and the Knicks in their respective conference finals. What's the deciding factors that will decide this year's NBA Finals matchup? The, Michelle gives us All the Small Things that she's noticed as of late. Is it time for accountability in Miami. Plus, could UnSportsmanlike take their talents to South Beach... for a day?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Adam Schefter Joins the Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 49:14


Adam Schefter, ESPN NFL Insider and the host of the Adam Schefter Podcast joins at the top of the hour. If or when will Aaron Rodgers sign with the Steelers? Is Kirk Cousins an option? Schefter sticks around to break down what's next for the Tush Push and Trey Hendrickson's contract with the Bengals. Then, we draft our favorites takes and storylines that Schefter discussed. Producer Pat then bans a fellow ESPN Radio host from the show and bids farewell to tiny tender. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Thunder in Control

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 49:25


Evan, Canty and Michelle are back and react to SGA and the Thunder taking care of business in Minnesota to go up 3-1 in the Western Conference Finals. Can the Knicks even the series with the Pacers in Game 4? Then Canty gives his Power Rankings on the top 5 series defining comebacks in NBA playoff history. We close out the hour discussing whether Kirk Cousins may be the best option for the Steelers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: Real Bear or Chicago Bear?

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 49:36


Courtney Cronin and Myron Medcalf are in for the crew on this Memorial Day Monday. Will the losers of the Conference Finals be looked at differently depending on which teams fall? Can the Wolves replicate their dominant Game 3 performance in Game 4? Andre Snellings, ESPN Senior Writer joins the show to break all the Conference Finals' storylines as each series approaches Game 4. Then, we close out the hour with the question on all our minds: does Myron stand a better chance versus a real black bear or a Chicago Bear? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: Can the MVP Bounce Back?

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 49:11


Courtney Cronin and Myron Medcalf are in for Evan, Canty and Michelle. Myron continues to make his case why he could take down a black bear, and we get some help from UnSportsmanLike Nation. Then, back to the Eastern Conference Finals where the Pacers blow a twenty point lead versus the Knicks. Can the Knicks just win in a normal fashion? Will SGA lead the Thunder to a bounce back Game 4 win tonight? Plus, Shohei Ohtani begins to ramp up his pitching skills once again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Rodgers Speaks in Code

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 49:24


Courtney Cronin and Myron Medcalf are in for Evan, Canty and Michelle. Courtney gives us her Upon Further Review from the weekend. Then, we decode Aaron Rodgers comments regarding where he will play this season. The crew brings in Dan Graziano, ESPN NFL Insider to figure out just what Rodgers meant in his comments. Plus, Myron gives his bear defense game plan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Knicks Storm Back

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 49:00


Courtney Cronin and Myron Medcalf are in for the crew and discuss Karl-Anthony Towns and the Knicks late comeback to avoid a 0-3 deficit in the Eastern Conference Finals. Did Thibodeau's lineup changes save the Knicks? Then, we break down Anthony Edwards and the Wolves blowout win over the Thunder in Game 3. Have Millennial NBA players passed their time in the spotlight? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Best of USL 5/19- 5/23

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 42:43


The best of Unsportsmanlike with Evan, Canty and Michelle where they talk about if the 49ers paying Brock Purdy was a good thing, who should be the new America's team and if Aaron Rodgers will fit on a team this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: Saquon's Statement

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 49:59


Saquon Barkley said last year's Eagles are a top 5 team ever. Does he actually have a case? Also, St. John's Law School graduate Kipp Garrett, who won tickets from Jimmy Pitaro at graduation, joins the show to talk about winning the tickets and the Knicks. Plus, Canty's Best Bet, and the most UnSportsmanLike moment of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: Dinner Etiquette

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 50:19


What is the etiquette for ordering food for other people at a restaurant? Also, where would a championship this season put SGA among the best players in the NBA? Plus, Saquon Barkley said last year's Eagles are a top 5 team ever. Is he right? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Bouncing Back

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 49:45


What do the Knicks need to do to bounce back in Game 2? ESPN BET's Joe Fortenbaugh stops by to talk about that and more. Also, how would Aaron Rodgers fit into a locker room at this point? Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Next Dynasty?

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 49:46


Is OKC the team that is most primed to be the next NBA dynasty? Is this series proving that SGA is the best player in the NBA? Plus, Can He or Canty! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: Antonio Daniels joins the show

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 49:13


Was this a Pacers comeback or a Knicks collapse? Can the New York bounce back in game 2? NBA Champion Antonio Daniels joins to discuss that and more. Plus, Canty's Best Bet, and the most UnSportsmanLike moments of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: Comeback or Collapse?

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 48:49


The Knicks somehow blew their lead to the Pacers last night. Are the Pacers a team of destiny? Was this a comeback or a collapse? Sports Illustrated's Chris Mannix joins to discuss that and more. Plus, Respect It or Check It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Pacers Comeback

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 48:40


The Knicks somehow blew their lead to the Pacers last night. Who deserves the blame for the collapse? Will New York be able to bounce back? Also, ESPN NFL Front Office Insider Mike Tannenbaum joins to discuss the Tush Push not being banned. Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Knicks Collapse

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 49:24


The Knicks somehow blew their lead to the Pacers last night. Was this more of a Pacers comeback or a Knicks collapse? Are the Pacers a team of destiny? Plus, what is the etiquette for saving phone numbers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: Binge S'mores

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 49:55


Why do we talk about some QB's more than others? Also, ESPN NBA Analyst Cory Alexander joins to talk about the NBA Conference Finals. Plus, Who Said It, Canty's Best Bet, and the most UnSportsmanLike moments of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: Double Standards

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 49:34


Why do we have a double standard for how we treat Giannis vs. Jokic? ESPN Senior Writer Ramona Shelburne stops by to talk about that, and the Eastern Conference Finals. also, Joe Fortenbaugh joins the show. Plus, Canty did a terrible impression of a rooster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: America's Team

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 49:06


Who has the rightful claim of being America's Team? ESPN NFL Reporter Dan Graziano joins to discuss that and more. Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Thunder Win Game 1

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 49:08


The Thunder beat the Wolves last night. How does Minnesota bounce back? Also, why didn't any teams try to trade for Brock Purdy? When will Shedeur Sanders be the Browns starter? Plus, Michelle is concerned about her out for the Beyoncé concert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: Haliburton Helps A Fan Out

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 49:36


Evan, Canty and Michelle wonder how Evan has never been punched before. Michelle gives All the Small Things she's been noticing across the world of sports, including, Tyrese Haliburton's grand gesture. Then, Vanessa Richardson, Rockets sideline reporter, Hoop Streams & ESPN Radio Host joins the show to preview the conference finals and the Rockets offseason outlook. We close out the hour with Canty's Best Bet of the Night and the UnSportsmanLike Moments of the Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: Adam Schefter and Greg Anthony Join the Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 49:57


Adam Schefter, ESPN Senior NFL Insider joins the show to discuss the spring NFL Owners meetings, Brock Purdy and Nick Sirianni's extensions. Then, we rank Schefter's best takes. We discuss the pressure that each team has left in the NBA playoffs. Plus, Greg Anthony, former NBA player and Turner Analyst breaks down the conference finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Bart Scott Joins the Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 48:52


Bart Scott, Host of Bart & Carlin joins for the top of the hour, and gets Evan fired up about current and former NFL QBs. We react to Bart's comments and how he believes Hurts is not a top 5 QB. Then, the crew poses the question: could Giannis go to the Knicks. Producer Pat closes out the hour ripping Bart's take about Hurts and the Eagles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Anthony Edwards or SGA?

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 49:30


We kick off the hour getting you ready for the Western Conference Finals between the Wolves and the Thunder. Then, Canty gives his Power Rankings for the top 5 players/people left in the playoffs with most pressure to win the Finals. Plus, Bart Scott, Host of Bart & Carlin joins the show and says Jalen Hurts is what?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: Can the Knicks Win it All?

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 50:09


Evan, Canty and Michelle begin the hour debating on the hair choices, or lack there of... by Pat, Nuno and Evan. Then, Norris Cole, 2x NBA Champion and ESPN Radio Host checks in on the state of the playoffs, and Knicks fans may have a few words for Norris after today. Is it time for the Nuggets to rebuild? Plus, should we talk more about Jokic's future in Denver? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: Is Anthony Edwards Better than SGA?

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 49:21


Evan, Canty and Michelle go to the Game 7 Thunder win over the Nuggets. How will Anthony Edwards and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander matchup in the WCF? Are Knicks fans celebrating too early after beating Boston? Also, we dive back into Brock Purdy's massive contract extension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Dan Graziano and Alan Hahn Join the Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 49:20


Canty starts off the hour with his Upon Further Review from the previous weekend around the sports world. Dan Graziano, ESPN Senior NFL Reporter joins the show to discuss Brock Purdy's massive deal with the 49ers. Then, Alan Hahn, Host of Don, Hahn & Rosenberg on 880 ESPN New York stops by to break down the current events of the NBA Playoffs. Is there more pressure on Thunder or Knicks to win it all? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Brock Purdy Gets PAID

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 49:25


Evan, Canty and Michelle kick off the hour breaking down the Thunder's dominant Game 7 win over Jokic and the Nuggets. Then we discuss what's next for the Boston Celtics after the Knicks blow them out in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Semis. Brock Purdy gets the bag from the 49ers. Was this a good deal? Is it Super Bowl or bust for Kyle Shanahan? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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