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Bay Area natives, Mark Willard and Dan Dibley, discuss the top stories in Bay Area sports, weekdays from 9am-noon. Willard & Dibs will dive into the fan experience and laugh a lot along the way.

Willard & Dibs


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    Brian Scalabrine: "You Can't Make A Mistake" In Playoffs

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 18:09


    Willard and Dibs are joined by Celtics analyst, Brian Scalabrine aka the "White Mamba" as he breaks down what he's seeing from this Celtics squad and if Steph Curry has earned another run from the front office.

    Is MLB Heading Toward A Lockout?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 21:54


    Willard and Dibs react to comments by MLB pitcher Chris Bassitt and wonder if a salary cap is necessary for baseball and if a lockout is heading our way.

    What Do You Expect Tonight Dub Nation?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 13:01


    Willard and Dibs discuss what Warriors fans are looking for from newly acquired big man, Kristaps Porzingis as he makes his debut for the Dubs tonight at Chase Center.

    Hour 1: What Does the Rest of the Warriors Season Represent?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 36:01


    In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs preview the start of the second half of the Warriors season tomorrow, wonder if it feels more like the start of next season, wonder what expectations the Warriors have for the next few months, and more.

    Are There ANY Expectations for the Warriors the Rest of the Season?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 19:11


    Willard and Dibs react to what Nick Friedell told them yesterday about the rest of the Warriors season and wonder if there are any expectations for the Dubs the rest of the season.

    Does Next Season Start TOMORROW for the Warriors?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 7:33


    Willard and Dibs discuss what's on the line for the Warriors the rest of the season and wonder if tomorrow feels more like the start of next season than the continuation of this season.

    Crossover: What are the Warriors' Expectations this Season?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 26:02


    Willard and Dibs join Steiny and Guru on a Wednesday edition of the Crossover. The guys discuss the Warriors' expectations for the rest of the season, share a fun contest coming up on the Crossover next week, and get Guru's thoughts on Tony Vitello's week down in Scottsdale.

    Full Show -- Tuesday, February 17th

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 160:48


    Willard and Dibs' full show from Tuesday, February 17th. In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs react to Steph Curry saying that tanking isn't that big of a problem for the NBA, that the league is actually in a "great place overall," and more. In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs discuss their excitement level for the Giants this season, listen to what Tony Vitello said yesterday about his time in Tennessee and how he responded today, and more. In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs wrap up their conversation with Justice delos Santos of the San Jose Mercury News about Tony Vitello's latest comments, take calls from Giants fans, wonder if Bryce Eldridge will start the season in the big leagues, and more. In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs chat with Nick Friedell about the second half of the Warriors season, debate about expectations for the rest of the season, and more.

    Crossover: Mascot Stories, Vitello Responds

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 27:38


    Willard and Dibs join Steiny and Evan (in for Guru) on a Tuesday edition of the Crossover. The guys react to a guest Steiny had on the show and share memories from their past about mascots before reacting to what Tony Vitello said today in response to his surprising comments from yesterday.

    Hour 1: Steph Curry says the NBA is in a Great Place

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 35:29


    In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs react to Steph Curry saying that tanking isn't that big of a problem for the NBA, that the league is actually in a "great place overall," and more.

    Hour 2: Giants Excitement, Tony Vitello Responds

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 46:59


    In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs discuss their excitement level for the Giants this season, listen to what Tony Vitello said yesterday about his time in Tennessee and how he responded today, and more.

    Hour 3: Vitello's Early Returns, Eldridge's ETA

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 47:27


    In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs wrap up their conversation with Justice delos Santos of the San Jose Mercury News about Tony Vitello's latest comments, take calls from Giants fans, wonder if Bryce Eldridge will start the season in the big leagues, and more.

    Hour 4: Nick Friedell Talks Warriors Expectations

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 50:36


    In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs chat with Nick Friedell about the second half of the Warriors season, debate about expectations for the rest of the season, and more.

    Nick Friedell: There are "zero expectations" for the Warriors the rest of the season

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 23:03


    Nick Friedell, who covers the Warriors for the Athletic, joins Willard and Dibs to preview the second half of the Warriors season now that the All-Star break is nearing an end.

    Justice delos Santos: Tony Vitello's comments are "bizarre"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 15:41


    Justice delos Santos joins Willard and Dibs to discuss Tony Vitello's comments from yesterday (and today's response) and to discuss the Giants team as they enter spring training.

    Tony Vitello Responds to his Strange Comments from Yesterday

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 18:00


    Willard and Dibs react to what Giants manager Tony Vitello said yesterday about the process of leaving the University of Tennessee and how he responded today when asked about the comments. What's going on with the new Giants manager?

    Steph Curry: The NBA is in a "great place overall"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 12:47


    Willard and Dibs react to Steph Curry saying that the NBA is in a "great place overall." Do you agree?

    Steph Curry Doesn't Think Tanking is a Big Deal

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 8:37


    Willard and Dibs open the show by reacting to what Steph Curry said about tanking in the NBA -- are you with him that it's actually not that big of a deal in the league?

    Crossover: The Face of the NBA Following All-Star Weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 25:00


    Steiny and Guru are joined by Willard and Grandi (in for Dibs) to discuss the All-Star Game festivities and who may be the face of the NBA

    Hour 1: Stephen Curry Wants to Win, and He's Serious About It

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 49:52


    In Hour 1, Willard and Grandi (filling in for Dibs) react to Stephen Curry's comments during All-Star Game Weekend in Los Angeles. Curry touched on his continued desire to win more championships. The guys discuss how realistic this possibility is.

    Hour 2: KD's Burner and Vitello's Puzzling Comments

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 53:59


    In Hour 2, Willard and Grandi discuss the rumor of Kevin Durant's alleged burner account and questions about his loyalty. They also dig into Tony Vitello's puzzling comments on his departure from Tennessee.

    Hour 3: Pushback on Vitello's Comments

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 39:07


    In Hour 3, Willard and Grandi discuss the comments from San Francisco Giants manager Tony Vitello, and play a little game of "Who Are You: Giants' Bullpen Edition."

    Hour 4: Does Kevin Durant Need to Look At Himself in the Mirror?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 52:17


    In Hour 4, Willard and Grandi discuss Kevin Durant's apparent social media activity and why it's detrimental to his image.

    Full Show -- February 16, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 195:16


    In Hour 1, Willard and Grandi (filling in for Dibs) react to Stephen Curry's comments during All-Star Game Weekend in Los Angeles. Curry touched on his continued desire to win more championships. The guys discuss how realistic this possibility is. In Hour 2, Willard and Grandi discuss the rumor of Kevin Durant's alleged burner account and questions about his loyalty. They also dig into Tony Vitello's puzzling comments on his departure from Tennessee. In Hour 3, Willard and Grandi discuss the comments from San Francisco Giants manager Tony Vitello, and play a little game of "Who Are You: Giants' Bullpen Edition." In Hour 4, Willard and Grandi discuss Kevin Durant's apparent social media activity and why it's detrimental to his image.

    Who Are You? Giants Bullpen Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 22:56


    Willard plays a game with Grandi, Lucas and Pasta based around the obscure names currently projected to be in the Giants' bullpen

    Tony Vitello Makes His First Big Mistake As Giants Manager

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 25:16


    San Francisco Giants manager Tony Vitello might've made his first big mistake as Giants manager. Willard and Grandi talk about his comments about his departure from head coach at Tennessee.

    What's Up With Kevin Durant's Alleged Burner?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 21:55


    Kevin Durant *might* be behind a burner account on Twitter and Willard and Grandi are fascinated by the possibility

    Let's Stop Thinking Steph Curry is Leaving

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 23:31


    The odds of Stephen Curry leaving are low... but are they really? Willard and Grandi break it down after his latest All-Star Game comments

    Steph Curry Craves Championships

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 14:14


    Steph Curry commented on his desire to keep chasing championships during All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles. But how possible is this? Willard and Grandi discuss

    Full Show -- Friday, February 13th

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 207:23


    Willard and Dibs' full show from Friday, February 13th. In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs discuss if Bay Area teams have struggled to draft recently, chat with new Giants starting pitcher Adrian Houser, and more. In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs discuss which Bay Area team has the best roster currently, reveal who they think are the five worst draft picks in the Bay since 2020, and more. In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs debate if Trey Lance is the worst draft pick in the Bay Area since 2020, play Higher or Lower: All-Star Game edition, and more. In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs continue to discuss the Bay Area's biggest draft misses, discuss a very creative potential solution to the NBA's tanking issue, and more.

    Crossover: What's Bugging You?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 23:18


    Willard and Dibs join Steiny and Guru on a payday Friday to go at each other a bit, to react to a conversation from earlier in the day about Brandin Podziemski, to run through 'What's Bugging You' brought to you by ATCO Pest Control, and more.

    Hour 1: Draft Issues and Adrian Houser

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 38:20


    In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs discuss if Bay Area teams have struggled to draft recently, chat with new Giants starting pitcher Adrian Houser, and more.

    Hour 2: Bay Area Rosters and Draft Pick Misses

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 48:26


    In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs discuss which Bay Area team has the best roster currently, reveal who they think are the five worst draft picks in the Bay since 2020, and more.

    Hour 3: Trey Lance, Higher or Lower, and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 52:07


    In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs debate if Trey Lance is the worst draft pick in the Bay Area since 2020, play Higher or Lower: All-Star Game edition, and more.

    Hour 4: Draft Misses and a Creative Tanking Solution

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 45:09


    In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs continue to discuss the Bay Area's biggest draft misses, discuss a very creative potential solution to the NBA's tanking issue, and more.

    Worst Bay Area Draft Picks Since 2020?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 19:26


    Willard and Dibs run through the worst draft picks by Bay Area teams since 2020. Are these teams bad at drafting?

    Which Bay Area Team has the Best Roster Right Now?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 10:36


    Willard and Dibs discuss if the Warriors, Giants, or 49ers have the best roster among the group at this moment.

    New Giants pitcher Adrian Houser: We've got a "great team here"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 14:55


    Adrian Houser, new Giants starting pitcher, joins Willard and Dibs from spring training in Scottsdale, Arizona to talk about his decision to join the Giants and to preview the season ahead.

    Full Show - February 12, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 200:48


    In Hour 1, Mark Willard and Marc Grandi (in for Dibs) discuss the Golden State Warriors' loss to the San Antonio Spurs last night and the voids that Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler leave. In Hour 2, Willard and Grandi discuss the argument for NOT building around Stephen Curry in the foreseeable future. They also dig into a discussion on whether the 49ers should trade backup quarterback Mac Jones or not. In Hour 3, Willard and Grandi are joined by Matt Barrows, the 49ers' beat writer for The Athletic, to discuss the possibility of a Mac Jones trade and the 49ers' offseason shopping list. They also end the hour by debating on Luis Arraez's new deal with the San Francisco Giants and if he's a good fit. In Hour 4, Willard and Grandi continue their discussion about Luis Arraez before digging into Draymond Green's recent comments in tanking in the NBA

    Crossover: Warriors Draft Woes...

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 25:59


    Steiny and Guru are joined by Mark Willard and Marc Grandi (in for Dibs) for the Crossover to discuss the Golden State Warriors' loss last night against the San Antonio Spurs at home. They also touch on the Warriors' draft woes in the past compared to other squads.

    Hour 1: Warriors Fall to Spurs Without Steph and Butler

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 49:57


    In Hour 1, Mark Willard and Marc Grandi (in for Dibs) discuss the Golden State Warriors' loss to the San Antonio Spurs last night and the voids that Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler leave.

    Hour 2: The Argument for NOT Building Around Steph Curry

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 45:47


    In Hour 2, Willard and Grandi discuss the argument for NOT building around Stephen Curry in the foreseeable future. They also dig into a discussion on whether the 49ers should trade backup quarterback Mac Jones or not

    Hour 3: Analyzing the 49ers Offseason + Is Luis Arraez Good?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 58:21


    In Hour 3, Willard and Grandi are joined by Matt Barrows, the 49ers' beat writer for The Athletic, to discuss the possibility of a Mac Jones trade and the 49ers' offseason shopping list. They also end the hour by debating on Luis Arraez's new deal with the San Francisco Giants and if he's a good fit.

    Hour 4: What's Up with Tanking in the NBA?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 46:42


    In Hour 4, Willard and Grandi continue their discussion about Luis Arraez before digging into Draymond Green's recent comments in tanking in the NBA

    Matt Barrows - Trading Mac Jones Is a Real Possibility

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 20:19


    The Athletic 49ers beat writer Matt Barrows joins Willard and Grandi to discuss all things 49ers, and what their offseason plan could look like.

    The Warriors Need to Stop Playing & Go All In For Steph Curry

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 22:39


    Marc Grandi shares his "mini-tirade" about the he's been wanting to see from the Golden State Warriors

    Plenty of Fair Criticism to Go Around Warriors

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 22:51


    There's plenty of fair criticism to go around the Golden State Warriors organization. Willard and Grandi discuss

    There's Nothing to Connect Without Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 12:44


    Jimmy Butler and Steph Curry were out last night for the Warriors against the Spurs. There's nothing to connect them with now. Willard and Grandi discuss.

    Full Show: February 11th, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 173:02


    In hour 1 of Willard and Dibs, the guys dive into the latest details which lead to Jonathan Kuminga and the Warriors. Was taking too much food at the team spread the straw that broke the camel's back? Was this just one of many different things to happen during Kuminga's tenure that lead to this break up? In hour 2, Willard and Dibs dive into Draymond Green saying how he intends to play 2-4 more years. Would Warriors fans want to have him on the team for that long? Plus, how big of a deal was it Kuminga's camp took food? Really? In hour 3, Willard and Dibs discuss the market value of Draymond Green, how the Kuminga food situation got out of hand and get into Mike Dunleavy's handling of the Kuminga trade and whether fans should trust his efforts. In the final hour of Willard and Dibs, the guys revisit the story of Jonathan Kuminga and what eventually lead to his departure in a recent article by Warriors Insider, Anthony Slater. Willard is OUT on owners making draft picks.

    Crossover: New Details On Kuminga & Warriors Rift Comes Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 26:03


    In todays Crossover, Steiny and Guru are joined by Willard and Dibs as Marc and Dan are at Splash in Thrive City as the Warriors get ready to take on the San Antonio Spurs. They reflect on Anthony Slater's latest article about the rift between Jonathan Kuminga. Do the Warriors have their guy after Steph Curry?

    Hour 1: Details On Kuminga And Warriors Rift Emerge

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 34:32


    In hour 1 of Willard and Dibs, the guys dive into the latest details which lead to Jonathan Kuminga and the Warriors. Was taking too much food at the team spread the straw that broke the camel's back? Was this just one of many different things to happen during Kuminga's tenure that lead to this break up?

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