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-Texans BREAKING NEWS: Houston has RELEASED RB Joe Mixon; -Contract Extension for Texans Pass Rusher Danielle Hunter! PAY DAY- -An UGLY Loss Last Night for the Rockets to VERY Short Handed Warriors Squad -Time for these Texans to Open that Check Book this Offseason? -Are there some Astros JOBS Very Much 'On the Line' this Baseball Season?! -MORE Texans Breaking News on Friday! TE Dalton Schultz gets an Extension! -Texans Makin' Friday MOVES! Mixon Released, Schultz Extended, & MORE! -Putting Cash in YOUR Pockets, Drive Family! T-Mil's Best Bet$ for Fri.!$
These Houston Rockets lost Thursday night to a Warriors team that they had NO business losing to folks..
Our guy Milner has given you 7 WINNING bets out of 10 picks over the last two days with these NBA BEST BET$ y'all!$!$
ITL opens the show with a strong take on the Rockets as the crew debates whether Ime Udoka has entered a coaching malpractice portion of his tenure and whether recent decisions are making things harder than they need to be. The conversation then shifts to the Texans as the guys discuss the Danielle Hunter restructure and why it may actually be the best news the offense has received all offseason, potentially giving Houston more flexibility to build around C.J. Stroud. Around The NFL, the crew reacts to one percent of the Miami Dolphins selling at a record $12.5 billion valuation and the Chargers agreeing to terms with center Tyler Biadasz before shifting the focus back to Houston and asking what C.J. Stroud's true “superpowers” were during his rookie season and which traits will define him moving forward. ITL also dives into a growing debate surrounding the Rockets and Alperen Sengun as the guys discuss whether the concerns about his play are temporary, situational, or something more fundamental within Ime Udoka's system. Lunch-Time Confessions follows with a Texans-Commanders themed confession that sparks conversation before the debut of a new ITL game called Fake News Roulette. The show also reacts to news of the Texans meeting with an offensive line prospect and what that could mean for Houston's draft strategy as the team continues looking for ways to strengthen the protection around Stroud. The show wraps with Figgy's Mixtape featuring Wendy's hiring a Chief Tasting Officer, airlines rolling out new rule changes, and more wild stories from around sports and culture.
ITL dives into a growing conversation around the Rockets and Alperen Sengun as the crew debates whether the current concerns with his play are temporary, situational, or something more fundamental to how the team is built. The guys break down how Sengun fits within Ime Udoka's system and whether the Rockets need to adjust around him or if he needs to adjust his game. Lunch-Time Confessions follows with a Texans-Commanders themed confession that sparks some discussion, and the hour wraps with a brand new ITL game called Fake News Roulette where the crew sorts through wild headlines to determine what's real and what's completely made up.
ITL debates whether the issues surrounding Sengun are just a temporary slump, a situational fit within the offense, or something more fundamental about his role in the Rockets' system.
Our guy T-Mil is HEATIN' UP with these nightly betting picks Drive Fam!!
-Alpi vs Draymond. Rockets vs Warriors TONIGHT @ Toyota H-Town! -WON BIG on Last Night's Wednesday Wagers Y'all! T-Mil's Thurs BEST BET$! -What Led these Texans to the Trade Acquiring Running Back David Montgomery!
-The Fellas of THE DRIVE- Lovin' the Caserio Move Today with Trent Brown! -Milner's WORST Spring-Time 'Stros NIGHTMARE- It Happened Yesterday! -Our Guy Ron 'The Show' had a.. INTERESTING Little League Experience LOL
-The Fellas of THE DRIVE- Lovin' the Caserio Move Today with Trent Brown! -WON BIG on Last Night's Wednesday Wagers Y'all! T-Mil's Thurs BEST BET$! -Why ASTROS FANS should DESPISE the World Baseball Classic! (According to Tyler Milner LOL!) -Alpi vs Draymond. Rockets vs Warriors TONIGHT @ Toyota H-Town! -Producer T-Mil's Worst Astros Nightmare During Spring Happened Y'all!! -A Rodeo Houston St. Paddy's PARTY! + An Aging QB Who's Time Might be UP! -Caserio Discussed his Decision to Trade Big Tytus Howard Today-
Is the Houston Rockets' HC being a bit uh.. STUBBORN as of late, H-Town?
-Is Ime Udoka the Championship-Level Head Coach Needed in Clutch City..? -The LACK of 'Explosive Plays' for CJ Stroud/OC Nick Caley MUST be Addressed -Stock Up Stock Down: H-Town's Pro Athletes/Sports Figures! -T-Mil's Hump Day BEST BET$ Around the NBA! + B. Scott Watching.. HOCKEY?! -Young Reed Sheppard is Starting to Turn Heads for these Rockets Folks! -The Weekly Rockets Report as B. Scott Joins Live with The Drive! -How Caserio Can Make Texans Fans VERY Happy this Offseason! -Patriots RELEASE WR Stefon Diggs-Any Texans Interest..? + MARCH MADNESS!
-A BLOCKBUSTER Trade Wed. within the AFC! + RIP to a True Football Legend! -T-Mil's Hump Day BEST BET$ Around the NBA! + B. Scott Watching.. HOCKEY?! -These Houston Rockets, HC Ime Udoka, & the Emerging GOOD SHEPPARD!
Is Rockets' Head Coach Ime Udoka 'the guy' that can get the basketball squad in H-Town over the hump? OR-is Udoka the guy you hire to fix things on the hardwood, before ultimately handing over the reigns to a new coach in the H..?!
Friend of The Drive progrum, our guy Brandon Scott joins the show EVERY Wednesday with ALL of your absolute latest on the Houston Rockets & around the NBA!
Send a textWe rank the top 10 power forwards right now and explain the choices with role, impact, and playoff value in mind. From Aaron Gordon's defense to Giannis's crown, we weigh scoring gravity, switchability, health, and how each player scales next to stars.• Why Aaron Gordon fits at ten for defense and versatility• Bam Adebayo's edge in playmaking and switching• Lauri Markkanen's scoring gravity and second-option ceiling• Alperen Sengun's leap as a hub and scorer• Domantas Sabonis's strength, rebounding, and DHO engine• LeBron's present value versus aging curve• Paolo Banchero's rise over LeBron on two-way impact• Anthony Davis's defense and health asterisk• Kevin Durant's elite skill with near 50-40-90 efficiency• Giannis's rim pressure, playmaking, and defensive range• honorable mentions that almost cracked the listMake sure to like, subscribe, comment, tell anyone who's anyone about the showSupport the showhttps://linktr.ee/GetABucketShow for more content!!!
-When Texans Brass Put an Emphasis on an Improved RUN Game for Texans.. -A Cause for CONCERN Regarding Caserio's O-Line for these Texans..? -T-Mil's TUESDAY PICKS for these Best Bet$ Around the NBA H-Town!$!$ -Demand MORE, Demand SUCCESS from Your Team You FAN For! -Now Departed & with the Cleveland Browns, BUT.. Was Tytus Howard Overrated? -EVERYBODY's Favorite Game on 'The Drive'! "REAL or FAKE?!?" -Does New RB Addition David Montgomery Match Your Texans Expectations?! -Aaron Judge Delivers the Most UN-Inspiring Speech EVER.. LOL!
-Alpi Sengun FRUSTRATION is Building in H-Town! -EVERYBODY's Favorite Game on 'The Drive'! "REAL or FAKE?!?" -Aaron Judge Delivers the Most UN-Inspiring Speech EVER.. LOL!
-Rockets in Action Tonight vs the Wizards! Come On Alpi.. -T-Mil's BEST BET$ Around the NBA Monday Night!$!$ -Texans Send 29-Year Old Tytus Howard to the Browns..
-MORE Impactful for Texans Today-Tytus Traded Away OR Montgomery Acquired?! -Is the 'OLD' Lance McCullers Jr. About to be BACK for these Astros?! -Weekend's BEST, Weekend's WORST Around the World of Sports!
-Tytus TRADED & Montgomery ACQUIRED! Texans Moves on a Monday! -The PRESSURE is Building for Texans GM Nick Caserio & HC DeMeco Ryans! -The Ongoing CURIOUS CASE-of Rockets' Alpi Sengun!
-Tytus TRADED & Montgomery ACQUIRED! Texans Moves on a Monday! -Is the 'OLD' Lance McCullers Jr. About to be BACK for these Astros?! -The PRESSURE is Building for Texans GM Nick Caserio & HC DeMeco Ryans! -Weekend's BEST, Weekend's WORST Around the World of Sports! -The Ongoing CURIOUS CASE-of Rockets' Alpi Sengun! -These El Tiempo Margarita Prices at Daikin Park are Gettin' OUT OF HAND! -T-Mil's BEST BET$ Around the NBA Monday Night!$!$ -MORE Impactful for Texans Today-Tytus Traded Away OR Montgomery Acquired?!
The curious case of Alperen Sengun continued over the weekend, Houston..
Even after losing Saturday's game at Miami, the Rockets (37-22) remain at No. 3 in the Western Conference standings. When factoring in widespread injuries throughout Houston's roster, things could certainly be a lot worse.Yet, even with Kevin Durant in All-NBA form, there are still several questions to answer as the Rockets embark upon the final weeks of the regular season and what they hope is an extended run in the 2026 playoffs. Those questions include:With Steven Adams unavailable and Jabari Smith Jr. (ankle sprain) sidelined for at least a few days, is Alperen Sengun becoming a liability at center?Should Reed Sheppard start in the backcourt?Is Ime Udoka maximizing Houston's offense?Could a potential buyout signing make a difference?Featuring Ben DuBose, Paulo Alves, and ClutchFans' Dave Hardisty, Saturday's postgame show attempts to answer those questions while also offering key takeaways from that loss to the Heat. Tune in!This episode can also be viewed in video form here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvMphBfmsgA
Our guy, Producer Tyler Milner-went 3 for 4 on Wednesday's Wagers for BEST BET$! Are YOU Tailing the Milner heater Thurs night with these NBA bets?!?
-Was Last Night the KICK START Alpi Needed in the Rockets WIN vs Kings?! -Texans & QB Coach Jerrod Johnson 'PART WAYS'-What it Means for CJ Stroud! -Astros Newcomer on the Mound-Matsuyama Takes 1 Off the Ol' SHIN Bone Thurs! -Did Caserio Give Us a Hidden HINT About CJ Stroud Today While with McAfee?! -T-Mil's Best Bet$ are Catching Fire! 4 NBA Picks for Thursday Action!$!$ -The GOOD SHEPPARD! Have Yourself a NIGHT, Reed! Rockets DUB -Chickfila Putting PRESSURE on Folks! +Stroud Predicament Given Jerrod News
-Caserio Put the Stroud TRADE Rumors to Rest Today at the NFL Combine! -Should Rockets Be Considering a BIGGER ROLE for Jabari Smith..? -Astros Manager Joe Espada's Houston Lineup in 2026-with some QUESTIONS!
-Apparently, Texans RB Joe Mixon had Surgery?!? -Caserio Put the Stroud TRADE Rumors to Rest Today at the NFL Combine! -THE DRIVE Takes You HIGHER! + Manscaping Advice for the Fellas!! -Should Rockets Be Considering a BIGGER ROLE for Jabari Smith..? -March Madness PREVIEW as Friend of the Show, Rob Dauster Joins LIVE! -Astros Manager Joe Espada's Houston Lineup in 2026-with some QUESTIONS! -T-Mil's BEST BET$ for NBA Action Tuesday Night!$!$ -Is it Time for GM Caserio to be AGGRESSIVE in Approach to Running Back?! -Jammin' Creed, Girls with Choker Necklaces, & MORE! -"Yordan will play 80+ ball games for the 'Stros this Season"-Real or Fake?!
-Durant Lights up the Scoreboard in Rockets Win! + Cignetti got PAID! -Milner Went a PERFECT 4x4 on Last Night's Picks! T-Mil's Best Bet$ for Fri. -Filling the MANY Needs of the Texans Via the 2026 NFL Draft!
-The Concern with Stroud? That H-Town's QB-1 can NOT Meet the Expectations! -Ol' Clint Ran Into a VERY Angry Fella on the Roads of the Dirty Bay! -Rockets got a Great Win Last Night, BUT- Sengun Concern GROWING!
2 BIG things for the Houston Rockets, found in Sheppard & Sengun..
Rockets return to action on the hardwood tonight in Charlotte, & our guy Milner has FOUR bets for Thursday's wagers around the NBA!$!$
Can young Alpi Sengun give the Rockets what they NEED in the second half of this basketball season..?
The Rockets begin the 2nd half of this basketball season TOMORROW (Thurs)-what's the hope in Clutch City for the back end of the regular season?!
-The Most Important Player for the 2026 Houston Astros is _____? -What the Heck was Udoka Thinking Last Night..?! + Cat Guys, Meow -Good Hell.. Last Night's 2am Taco Bell Door Dash Order for Ol' T-Mil LOL -"The Houston Texans Are ON the CLOCK!" Running Back for Caserio? -Something within the World of College Football has Stoerner HOT Today Y'all -It Might REALLY be Time to FADE Milner's Wagers Y'all LOL; T-Mil's Best Bet$!
-Something within the World of College Football has Stoerner HOT on Thursday afternoon Y'all..! -Udoka's Big Time BLUNDER Last Night in Rockets' Loss to Clippers; -Could Caserio REALLY Be Thinking.. RUNNING BACK in the 1st Round of NFL Draft?!?
2 Seconds left in the game at Toyota Center last night, Rockets are trailing 105-102.. and Reed Sheppard ain't on the court.. WTF, Coach?!?
Brad Evans and Pat Boyle welcome 10-year NBA veteran and Houston Rockets color commentator Ryan Hollins to break down the Western Conference race. Should Amen Thompson have been an All-Star? Can the Rockets challenge OKC? Plus, SGA vs Jokic in the MVP race, fixing tanking, the new All-Star format, and whether Alperen Sengun can become a future league MVP.
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Houston didn't make a move at Thursday's in-season trade deadline, but the Rockets did get a much-needed victory in Saturday's 112-106 win at Oklahoma City.For the Rockets, it's their first win of 2025-26 against the defending NBA champs. Houston (32-19) remains at No. 4 in the Western Conference standings, while the top-seeded Thunder (40-13) continue to own the league's best record.Featuring Ben DuBose, Paulo Alves, and Dave Hardisty, Saturday night's postgame show reacts to both the trade deadline and that nationally televised Rockets-Thunder showdown.Discussion points include offensive growth from Tari Eason and Jabari Smith Jr.; an apparent step forward for Alperen Sengun on defense; what general manager Rafael Stone considered at the deadline; and potential buyout options and trade targets over the coming weeks and months.This episode can also be viewed in video form here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZfQqFRZMy0
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Munaf Manji talks Tuesday setting and much more. With Super Bowl 60 five days away in Santa Clara and the NBA trade deadline approaching, Munaf Manji delivered a wide ranging, NBA focused edition of Cash That Ticket on RJ Bell's Dream Preview, touching on betting results, emerging league storylines, and key Tuesday night matchups. Manji opened by recapping a split night on best bets with Uncle Dave, highlighting a winning Alperen Sengun related angle through Amen Thompson's PRA prop, while his own Joel Embiid points play fell short in a Philadelphia blowout where the supporting cast took over. That game also set the stage for the most notable rumor of the day, a report linking the Clippers and Cavaliers in potential James Harden discussions centered on a Harden for Darius Garland framework. Manji framed the rumor through both performance and betting lenses, noting Cleveland's underwhelming position relative to preseason expectations, Garland's limited availability, and Harden's continued high level production despite his familiar trade cycle narrative. From there, the show pivoted back to the court with detailed breakdowns of Tuesday's NBA slate, starting with Denver visiting Detroit in a revenge spot with Nikola Jokic back in the lineup, a factor Manji emphasized heavily given Detroit's uneven performance as a home favorite. He also examined Orlando's trip to Oklahoma City, pointing to the Thunder's injuries, non conference struggles against the spread, and Orlando's ability to stay competitive despite absences. In Philadelphia's matchup with Golden State, Manji questioned the Warriors' ability to score without multiple key players and leaned on the Sixers' strong record on the second night of back to backs. Around the league, he touched on recent results, pace driven matchups like Miami versus Atlanta, and the broader rhythm of a season nearing its midpoint. On the NFL side, while a full Super Bowl breakdown was saved for later in the week, Manji discussed prop angles involving depth players and role receivers, focusing on how game plans could force secondary contributors into meaningful roles. He closed by reinforcing disciplined betting principles, promoting long term consistency over short term swings, and locking in Philadelphia plus the points as his best bet, underscoring depth, momentum, and situational trends as the deciding factors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Monday February 2nd. Munaf Manji and Dave Essler opened the Monday edition of Cash That Ticket with momentum on their side, coming off a profitable end to the previous week and turning their attention to a compact but information heavy NBA slate alongside early Super Bowl positioning. With the league nearing the trade deadline, both hosts framed the night through market movement, injury context, and situational betting angles rather than headline narratives. Early discussion centered on the Lakers loss at Madison Square Garden, which validated a well timed under after late game scoring dried up, reinforcing the value of collaboration and market awareness. That theme carried into the first matchup, where Essler noted Charlotte's recent improvement but flagged the Hornets as increasingly overvalued, pointing to ticket percentages and line movement that made New Orleans the sharper side in an early start with limited home court impact. The focus then shifted to Houston at Indiana, where Kevin Durant's absence reshaped the handicap. Essler leaned toward Rockets scoring despite the total dipping, citing Indiana's defensive issues and Houston's shot volume, while Manji highlighted Alperen Sengun's expanded role and motivation following an All Star snub. Minnesota at Memphis was treated as a classic rematch spot, with Essler cautioning against overreaction to the prior high scoring game and leaning toward the Grizzlies plus the points amid injury uncertainty and regression factors. The nightcap between Philadelphia and the Clippers drew attention for pace and scheduling dynamics. Essler favored the under, emphasizing the Clippers' slow tempo and Joel Embiid's effect on game flow, while Manji leaned toward the Sixers as short underdogs, noting Philadelphia's strong performance on back to backs and Embiid's historical success in the matchup. The conversation later widened to NFL coaching moves, with measured skepticism around Buffalo's promotion of Joe Brady given a demanding schedule and Super Bowl level expectations, and cautious optimism for Las Vegas under Clint Kubiak amid a clear rebuild and roster volatility. Prop bets closed the discussion, with Essler backing Jason Myers to convert a long field goal based on usage trends and trust factors, and Manji targeting Kenneth Walker's receiving production as a pressure release against New England. The episode maintained a consistent through line, focusing on disciplined evaluation, market context, and long term betting process rather than chasing isolated results. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lachard Binkley discusses if Alperen Sengun was an All-Star snub? Also 3 realistic trade options for the Houston Rockets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Munaf Manji talks betting for Tuesday Jan 27th. Tuesday's Cash That Ticket podcast focused heavily on the NBA betting board while continuing an early buildup toward Super Bowl prop markets. Coming off a winning best bet on the Lakers Bulls over, the discussion opened with a detailed recap of recent results and quickly shifted to current league news that could impact pricing and market movement. The most significant update involved Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is expected to miss four to six weeks with a calf sprain suffered before halftime of his most recent appearance. The injury was framed as another setback for a Milwaukee team already derailed by Damian Lillard's Achilles injury last season, with the belief that any Giannis trade discussions are more likely to materialize in the offseason rather than at the deadline, when value would be harder to maximize. Attention then turned to Drew Holiday, with reporting that the Knicks are exploring trade avenues. His two way impact, playoff experience, and ability to stabilize an offense were cited as reasons he could elevate a contender, particularly New York, by easing the nightly burden on Jalen Brunson while anchoring perimeter defense. The episode also reviewed Monday's slate, including Atlanta's home win over Indiana, Charlotte's lopsided victory against Philadelphia, Cleveland's defensive minded win over Orlando, Minnesota's dominant performance against a Steph Curry less Golden State, and Houston's win over Memphis behind Alperen Sengun. Kevin Durant's January production for Houston drew special praise, noting his heavy minutes, consistent scoring, and efficiency across shooting splits, reinforcing his importance to the Rockets' playoff push. Updated standings showed Detroit leading the East with a sizable cushion, while Oklahoma City maintained control of the West. From a betting perspective, Knicks Kings was highlighted as a strong spot for New York's offense, particularly the team total, given Sacramento's poor defensive metrics. Pistons Nuggets was analyzed through an injury lens, with Denver missing multiple starters including Nikola Jokic, leading to an under recommendation based on pace, rest, and Detroit's elite recent defense. Clippers Jazz hinged on Kawhi Leonard's status, with James Harden positioned for increased usage if Leonard sits against a depleted Utah defense. The Super Bowl segment introduced an early prop angle on Patriots quarterback Drake May, targeting his rushing yards over, based on prior playoff usage and similar quarterback production against Seattle's defense. The show closed with a featured NBA prop on Jalen Brunson points and assists, banking on a healthy return and a favorable matchup against the Kings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices