Brought to you by www.thesportsstuff.com, "The Crossover" is a combination of Knicks and Nets talk rolled into one disjointed package. Co-hosts Rusty & PMAC, two mad Aussie hoops junkies and fans of Nets and Knicks basketball respectively, give you game recaps, news and previews mixed in with smack-…
The guys are finally back to give a quick preview of the rosters in the tri state area. There isn't a lot going on in Brooklyn apart from Lopez, Lin, RHJ and two disgusting role players. As for the lineup at MSG, well, from 7 through 15 leaves a lot to be desired (check the outtake during the end credits at around 41 mins for the REAL thoughts). As always, Rusty mentions Vince and pmac's baby starts crying on cue. Another barnstorming episode!
The boys are finally back for episode #170 and touch on everything 2016 has had to offer so far. For the Nets - a proper rebuild has begun under a new GM and coach, while for the Knicks - so much hinges on the health of their two biggest acquisitions.
The guys are back to talk about the Nets firing both the Coach and GM as well as touching on the Knicks' mini resurgence. There is never a dull moment with these two franchises!
The boys are back for episode 168 - the final one for 2015 - and one of the main talking points is the ordeal faced by Knicks young gun Cleanthony Early. The guys recap the past few weeks in both Manhattan and Brooklyn, and look ahead to what they want out of 2016 for their Knicks and Nets respectively.
The guys are back to discuss all things Latvian in NYC. Kristaps has been a revelation for New York and led a semi resurgence towards the playoffs while the Nets have continued to flounder with no prospects for the future. Tough times for some. All that and more on TCO 167
In episode #166, the boys return for a new season with a sobering take on the Eastern Conference and, in particular, the Atlantic... or should we say 'Titanic'... division. They run their eyes over the starting fives of all 15 Eastern Conference teams, and give their takes on the Brooklyn and New York rosters.
The guys are back to quickly recap the Finals and discuss all things draft and free agent related. From Melo to D-Will and Guillermo to Juan-Pablo, all the big names get a mention today.
In episode #164, the boys discuss the Nets' playoff exit, the Knicks' lottery slide, and the likely outcomes of the conference finals in both the East and the West. To get in touch with the show, hit us up on Twitter at @tconetsknicks
Brooklyn scraped into the playoffs while the Knicks couldn't even lose enough games to finish last. The guys are back to discuss this and preview the first round match ups.
The boys are back for a monster episode #162 where they talk all things trade deadline - from players no one has heard of finding their way into deals, to Kevin Garnett heading home to Minnesota. The Nets and Knicks have both traded older players for newer models. Will it work out?
The guys are back to discuss the Knicks rebuilding plans starting with the JR/Shump trade. The Nets aren't scorching either and they are surrounded by trade and sale talk. Itl be an interesting run into the deadline.
The guys are back for their first show of 2015 and Pmac only wishes episode #160 brought with it brighter news for Knicks fans. Unfortunately, he and Rusty agree - this could be a historically bad season for the boys from Manhattan. The boys also discuss the Nets' fascinating mid-season resurgence, and again call for All-Star voting to be revamped.
The guys are back to discuss the first flourish of NBA action for the Knicks and Nets. The Knicks started reasonably but are on a 4 game skid. The Nets are faring better and are near the top of the East. All this and, as a bonus, the answer to life's big question - should you tie all your horses to the wagon that is Chris Bosh?
The guys are back for episode #158 - the first of 2014-15 - to bring you up to speed on everything Nets and Knicks before their new seasons tip off. Which franchise is destined for a better year? Can the Nets even stay healthy? Download to find out.
The guys are back to discuss how each team is entering a new era with several new faces. Will the Nets miss Pierce? Can the Knicks run the triangle? Was Melo overpaid? These questions and more may well be answered in episode 157!
In episode #156, the boys discuss the satisfying conclusion to the 2013/14 playoffs, the Knicks' possible future without Melo, and the Nets' desire to buy in to the draft. They also talk about who they think will be selected in the draft's top tier, and just what may happen with some of the league's biggest-name players.
The guys are back to discuss the Nets' first round win against the Raptors as well as the amazing first round of the playoffs. The first 2 games of the Nets/Heat series are glossed over as is the Knicks' 'search' for a new head coach.
In episode #154 the boys discuss the Nets' playoff journey so far, Phil Jackson's appointment as Knicks president, and Mike Woodson's firing and what that means for the boys from Broadway. Follow us on Twitter: @tconetsknicks
The guys are back again to discuss the Knicks and Nets. They cover what has gone wrong for the Knicks and where to next, as well as Melo's options and why Woodson remains the coach. On the other hand, the Nets are a .500 team and Rusty thinks they could be a Conference finalist. Tune in to hear why. I'll cut 'em off and suit up!!!
In episode #152, Rusty delves into how the Nets have managed to bounce back from their disastrous start to the season with a great run of form so far in the new calendar year. It2019s not all sunshine and lollipops though. The Knicks have a new address in Struggletown and Pmac is fed up with it - despite some record-breaking heroics from Carmelo Anthony.
The guys are back to discuss how both teams are really stinking it up. They also touch on Brook's season ending injury, a few silly trade rumours and discuss just how horrible the East really is. Don't forget to check out the Stephen Jackson thing.
This may well be the 150th episode of The Crossover, but Rusty and Pmac are in no mood to celebrate. The guys break down the reasons why both teams are tied for 14th in the Eastern Conference, and just what they need to do to break out of the doldrums. To interact with the show, follow @tconetsknicks on Twitter or send an email to thecrossovershow@gmail.com.
The guys are back with Episode 149 just in time for the start of the regular season. They touch on each team's preseason, cuts and schedule and a lot more. This episode deserves at least half a bar!
The guys make their long-awaited return in episode #148 to quickly run their eyes over the most painstakingly-long off-season in NBA history. They then get to talking about the Nets' championship dreams, JR Smith's extracurricular activities, and the return of the dude who thought it was a good idea to hire Zeke to run the Knicks.
The guys are back with news of the newest addition to the Crossover. Summer is dragging on and the guys run through updated rosters and briefly discuss the schedule which brings out Rusty's disgust at the thought of having to play against shit teams. Seattle Bobcats anyone?
In episode #146, the guys break down the huge inter-division trade between the Nets and Celtics that saw Brooklyn acquire two future Hall of Fame inductees. The boys also recap all things draft and free agency (so far), including the Knicks' acquisition of a former Toronto #1 overall pick.
In Episode 145 the guys discuss the superfast, bizarre and gob-smacking signing of recently retired 2013 Knick, Jason Kidd as Nets Head Coach. SHITSCARED!!!
In episode #144, Rusty and Pmac briefly recap the Conference Finals before dissecting this season's NBA Finals match-up between the Heat and the Spurs. Rusty also covers the latest in the Nets' coaching search, and the guys remember the careers of 1995 co-Rookies of the Year - Jason Kidd and Grant Hill. Remember - to connect with the show, follow @tconetsknicks on Twitter.
The guys are back to share a Kleenex and recap the season ending series for the Knicks, run through some potential coaches for the Nets and breakdown the draft lottery and Conference Finals. Are you telling me Bobcat Goldthwaite owns the Charlotte team?
In episode #142, Rusty and Pmac discuss the contrasting playoff fortunes of the Nets and Knicks. Rusty dissects the Nets' exit at the hands of the shorthanded Bulls and tells a few home truths to those in the front office of his beloved team. On the other end of the emotional scale, Pmac details the Knicks' series win over the Celtics, and previews the next round of the playoffs - against another famous rival. Remember - to connect with the show, follow @tconetsknicks on Twitter.
For the first time in the history of TCO, the guys discuss a playoff series for each team. The Nets struggles against the Bulls have soured their opening game win whilst the Knicks are thriving against Celtics team intent on second half collapses. As well as the two series some awards have been announced and pmac leads the worst playoff recap you can imagine.
For the first time in the history of TCO, the guys discuss a playoff series for each team. The Nets struggles against the Bulls have soured their opening game win whilst the Knicks are thriving against Celtics team intent on second half collapses. As well as the two series some awards have been announced and pmac leads the worst playoff recap you can imagine.
Rusty and Pmac return after a short hiatus with both the Nets and Knicks now a lock to make the playoffs - a first in the show's history. Carmelo Anthony has seemingly confirmed his status as the best pure scorer in the NBA, and Deron Williams has resurfaced after the All-Star break as arguably the league's top point guard. But can either beat the Heat and King James? On episode #140, Rusty and Pmac preview what the post-season might just have in store for the two New York teams. To connect with the show, follow @tconetsknicks on Twitter.
After a bit of an absence, the guys are back. This episode includes a quick rundown of all the results since late January (yep, its been that long), a look forward at the schedule ahead, discussions on the trade deadline and all star break as well as the usual witty banter and useless comments.
In episode #138, Rusty goes one-on-one with Hall of Fame inductee and legendary basketball journalist Peter Vecsey. Known for his work in the New York Post, USA Today and New York Daily News, in addition to his TV work on NBC, TNT and NBA TV, Peter touches on a whole host of topics in this jam-packed episode. These include: - Andrew Bogut and Peter's current favourite team to watch - The Knicks' decade of ineptitude in the 2000s, to their status in the upper echelon of Eastern Conference teams now - Jason Kidd - from a Net to a Knick - Brook Lopez as an NBA All-Star and whether or not the Nets should pursue Dwight Howard - The state of the Nets - who they might be targeting next to take that crucial step forward in the East - The Nets of the ABA, and the ABA-NBA merger - Hall of Fame selections and the selection process - Kenny Anderson, Derrick Coleman, Jayson Williams and Drazen Petrovic - The toughest interview Peter has ever conducted, and the biggest backlash he's ever received from an article - His favourite basketball writer - How he would have loved to be an NBA general manager - His two cents on Rusty's boy, VC To connect with The Crossover podcast, follow @tconetsknicks on Twitter.
The guys are back for episode 137 and its a bit of a Nets focused affair. The Knicks' rough last week or so is glossed over and all star reserves are predicted but the bulk of the episode is Rusty recapping Brooklyn's recent run of wins and gleefully declaring them the best team in the East. As Kris Humphries would say: "Huh?"
In episode #136 Rusty and Pmac recap the past week's worth of games - with both the Nets and Knicks, for once, performing well at the same time. The guys also discuss, at length, the 'Melo versus KG' incident and just how one of the league's all-time great trash talkers got under the Knicks star's skin. They also talk about the influence of PJ Carlesimo on the Nets in his brief time so far as the team's head coach. Just how has he turned things around from a disastrous December? Rusty and Pmac then finish the show by discussing what the Nets should do if a Dwight trade was once again put on the table, and talk about how the league has made this year's All-Star voting process even more of a farce. To interact with the show: follow @tconetsknicks on Twitter, or send an email to thecrossovershow@gmail.com.
In episode 135, the guys discuss the recent firing of Coach Avery Johnson and go through a list of potential candidates for the position including a couple of PJs. They also recap Brooklyn's two games in the PJ Carlesimo era and run through a strange week or so for the Knicks including injuries, dramatic wins, crazy losses, multiple ejections and the release of Shump's mixtape.
In episode #134, Rusty and Pmac discuss at length the dramatic circumstances that handed the Knicks victory in game two of the NYC derby. As well as covering all the usual game recaps, the boys also talk about: The legitimacy of Carmelo Anthony as an MVP candidate, Kyrie "Blaine" Irving's big night out under the bright lights of Madison Square Garden, the Nets' (and Avery Johnson's) struggles on the offensive end, and a possible trade brewing between Brooklyn and Milwaukee. To interact with 'The Crossover', email: thecrossovershow@gmail.com or follow: @tconetsknicks on Twitter.
The guys are back and cover all the games played since the last episode. Show highlights include the Knicks blowing out the Heat (again), the Nets 'brawling' with the Celtics, Brook and Camby's big man feet injuries, Melo's paper cut, Felton's 30 shots with no regrets and the bloody Pelicans!
The Nets are the undisputed kings of NYC ball (for now) as they take out the first battle for supremacy against the Knicks. In episode #132, Rusty and Pmac analyze the game like they've never analyzed a game before - breaking down the key match-ups and key plays from the historic clash. The boys then move on to the other games played by both teams since episode #131, preview the games to come and discuss some Twitter feedback from a modern-day Nostradamus. Hit up Rusty and Pmac on Twitter: @tconetsknicks
With the Knicks and Nets sitting atop the lofty heights of the East, the guys discuss the recent wins for each team. Also touched on are Dray's ridiculous line, Reggie's flopping, Melo's best game as a Knick, Kidd's bite-able head and Harden's hits from the bong. Its all shits and giggles on today's show.
Rusty can't believe it but Pmac won't let him forget it - the Knicks, at 4-0, have the league's best record. The guys discuss the opening games of the season for both the Nets and Knicks and reach the same, startling conclusion on what best to do with Amar'e Stoudemire. They then delve into 'The Association' - the NBA's answer to the NFL's 'Hard Knocks - and just the latest in the life and times of Andray Blatche.
The guys are back for the first episode of the new season. Opening games for each team are recapped and they take a brief look at the opening week for the league. Some bold predictions are thrown about by Rusty, Blatche runs out of gas, Sheed becomes the new Scalabrine and Melo whacks LBJ upside the head. The NBA is back in full force!!!
In episode #128, Rusty and Pmac discuss the first (pre-season) games at Barclays Center and mull over just how Steve Novak and JR Smith became the best of buddies. This episode covers the pre-season games played by both the Nets and Knicks so far and previews the first week of the regular season for both teams.
The guys have more off season discussion in this episode including haircuts, retired hall of fame big men, new uniforms, Chuck Barkley, Bigfoot's dick and some new Nets signings. So listeners - who was the drunk host???
Rusty and Pmac explain the delay between episodes #125 and #126 as they review the past month of basketball news. From the Olympic tournament, to Dwight Howard's Lakers landing, to Jeremy Lin's return to the Rockets - the guys look beyond NYC before zeroing back in on the Nets and Knicks. On the home front, the guys discuss exactly where the Nets' 2012/13 ceiling might be, the intriguing roles of Jason Kidd and Raymond Felton in replacing Jeremy Lin in Knickland, and Amar'e Stoudemire's new defensive focus.
The guys are back to discuss all the offseason transactions so far. From Brooklyn's Big 4 of Deron, Joe, Gerald and Jerry to New York's new senior citizen's club, its all covered!
In this episode, Rusty and Pmac are back to briefly recap the NBA Finals and then get their teeth stuck into an epic start to free agency 2012. The Nets are now a force to be reckoned with after a string of big moves - highlighted by the re-signing of Deron Williams. But just how big a force? The boys discuss how good the new Nets could be, as well as discussing just what free agency and the trade period may have in store for the Knicks. Note: This episode was recorded just before Steve Nash became a Laker and Houston made an offer to Jeremy Lin.
The guys are back to wrap up the conference playoffs and give a quick preview of the Thunder v Heat Finals series. And it wouldn't be TCO without some ridiculous shit about the Knicks and Nets thrown in as well!!!
In this episode, recorded earlier this month, Rusty and Pmac discuss the Knicks' ill-fated playoff run and the unveiling of the Nets' new colors and logo. They also take a quick look at the remaining playoff rounds and predict the 2011/12 NBA finalists.