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Jim Eichenhofer, a writer for Pelicans.com, joined Sports Talk. Eichenhofer shared his thoughts on new head coach Jamahl Mosley, the "quiet confidence" in the Pelicans' facility, and the start of training camp. He also evaluated new wing Bennedict Mathurin.

Steve and Deuce spoke to WWL listeners about Saints RB Travis Etienne, New Orleans' running back rotation, and controversial officiating decisions from Sunday's loss. Jim Eichenhofer, a writer for Pelicans.com, joined Sports Talk. Eichenhofer shared his thoughts on new head coach Jamahl Mosley, the "quiet confidence" in the Pelicans' facility, and the start of training camp. He also evaluated new wing Bennedict Mathurin. Steve, Deuce, and Charlie discussed Chase Young's outstanding start to the 2026 season. Deuce explained why New Orleans should start looking into a contract extension for Young.

This episode on FLOCK, I'm joined by Shamit Dua from In The NO for a proper deep dive into the New Orleans Pelicans.We get into where this team actually stands heading into the new season, what we make of the roster, and whether the Pelicans have finally put together a group that genuinely fits around Zion Williamson.We talk Zion, Trey Murphy III, Dejounte Murray, Herb Jones, Saddiq Bey, Bennedict Mathurin, Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen, as well as the biggest questions surrounding the team heading into the season.Shamit brings his perspective on the current Pelicans, while we get into the bigger picture - what's changed, what still needs to work, and whether there are legitimate reasons for Pelicans fans to start getting excited again.No hype for the sake of hype.Just two Pelicans fans talking basketball and trying to figure out what the hell New Orleans is building.FLOCK - wherever you get your podcasts.

Send us Fan MailThe New Orleans Pelicans are making moves with training camp right around the corner.Raphael Rattler and Garrick “G-Money” Rattler break down the Pelicans' latest moves and what they tell us about the identity Joe Dumars and the organization are building in New Orleans.

Neste episódio do Café Belgrado, analisamos o New Orleans Pelicans para a temporada 2026–27, uma equipe que começa mais um ano tentando descobrir quanto ainda pode construir ao redor de Zion Williamson.Zion conseguiu disputar 62 jogos na última temporada, mas New Orleans terminou apenas 26–56. Agora, Jamahl Mosley assume o comando depois de cinco anos no Orlando Magic e encontra um elenco que mistura jogadores estabelecidos, jovens importantes e várias decisões ainda por tomar.Falamos sobre o encaixe de Zion, Trey Murphy III, Herb Jones, Dejounte Murray e Jordan Poole, a chegada de Bennedict Mathurin e, principalmente, sobre o desenvolvimento de Jeremiah Fears e Derik Queen, dois nomes que podem ajudar a definir o próximo ciclo da franquia.O Pelicans ainda quer competir ou já está preparando sua próxima versão? Quanto Jamahl Mosley pode mudar a defesa? Zion ainda pode ser o centro de um time relevante no Oeste? E quem, afinal, faz parte do futuro de New Orleans?

John and Nate react to the league's penalties against the Clippers a week on. What are some of the underdiscussed aspects of this saga? And where do the Clips go from here as an organization?We also break down the Bennedict Mathurin move for New Orleans, and then assess Amen Thompson's 5-year, $208 million extension in Houston.Then, mailbag questions on Utah's future after the Walker Kessler trade, whether the league is now devaluing small guards too much, and if OKC can keep their core together after this year. Join Dunc'd On Prime!Dunc'd On Prime is the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM Subscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see the key moments from the pod each week.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Grizzlies picked up a 2nd round pick and a 2nd round pick swap from the New Pelicans in exchange for taking on the contracts of Jordan Hawkins and Micah Peavy. To match the salary, the Grizzlies included Taj Gibson and AJ Johnson, two players who were unlikely to make their opening night roster.This move clears the way for the Pelicans to complete their signing of Bennedict Mathurin, and provides the Grizzlies some draft capital for taking on money. It also possibly further compounds the Grizzlies roster crunch ahead of training camp and a final cutdown to 15 guaranteed deals.On this episode, Keith reacts to the trade, explains the details and looks at the updated depth chart and the seven players currently fighting for three roster spots.Join the listener slack at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastPlease subscribe to this podcast on Youtube!Use promo code FBBF and get bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK

0:00 ... Ross hello and welcome ... introduces the panel and dedicates show #264 to Lakers legend Elgin Baylor, the first NBA player to score 64 points in a game. 1:05 ... Giannis Antetokounmpo has a new Heat teammate in future Hall of Famer Klay Thompson.  The guys discuss this very important pickup and how he brings a winning mentality and still effective three point shooting to the table in Miami. 7:29 ... Jonathan Kuminga is the newest member of the Timberwolves and it's a huge opportunity for the "soon to be" 24 year old to finally reach his potential after years of frustration in Golden State and a short stint in Atlanta. 13:05 ... The New Orleans Pelicans have signed Bennedict Mathurin, the former Pacer and Clipper.  It's a team friendly deal that gives this "bucket getter" a chance to increase his value and hopefully cash in after one season in NOLA.  He'll need to improve his defense and passing but it's a reasonable gamble for GM Joe Dumars to take. 17:46 ... The guys all have three regular season games circled that they're looking forward to seeing.  Bruce starts us off with last season's Western Conference finals rematch on opening night (Thunder vs Spurs). 18:46 ... Next up is World B with Nuggets vs Thunder 20:22 ... Ross's first choice is Timberwolves vs Heat in both team's opener 20:49 ... Bruce is looking forward to Jaylen Brown's return to Boston with his 76ers in late January. 21:33 ... World B likes the first Pistons/Knicks matchup and reminds everyone that Detroit dominated the Knicks last season. 22:57 ... Ross can't wait to see LeBron James and the 76ers on their first visit to the LA for a Christmas Day game against the Lakers. 23:23 ... Bruce looks forward or the first head to head matchup between the last two number one overall picks (Cooper Flagg and AJ Dybantsa) when the Mavericks host the Wizards in March. 24:14 ... World B likes the Lakers and Timberwolves as Luka Doncic and Anthony Edwards face off on December 16th. 25:23 .... Word Association ... Dennis Schroeder 26:42 .... Moussa Diabate 27:53 ... Pat Riley 28:32 ... Andre Drummond 29:41 ... Draymond Green 30:25 ... Luka Doncic 31:46 ... Alperen Sengun 33:06 ... James Harden 35:37 ... Bobby Portis 36:31 ... Wilt Chamberlain 38:14 ... Mat Ishbia (Suns Owner) 39:43 ... Karl-Anthony Towns 40:53 ... Bruce's Classic Card Challenge puts Ross and World B on the spot as he asks for them to say something meaningful about random players when he shows them their card.  First up is Shawn Marion for Ross. 41:55 ... Allan Houston 43:15 ... Dwyane Wade 44:40 ... Rasheed Wallace 45:58 ... Jalen Rose 46:54 ... Tony Parker 47:51 ... Hakeem Olajuwon 48:46 ... Anfernee Hardaway 49:54 ... Tim Duncan 51:06 ... Latrell Sprewell 52:33 ... Final Thoughts .... Bruce pays tribute to Russell Westbrook, who recently retired after 18 NBA seasons and was one of the fiercest competitors in NBA history. 54:53 ... Ross wraps it up and says goodbye TRT 55:08 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Gallagher and Drew Dinkmeyer round up the final roster moves of the NBA offseason, discussing how Jonathan Kuminga's bet on himself failed and how it can change in Minnesota, as well as what the addition of Bennedict Mathurin does to the New Orleans Pelicans

See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus dives into what feels like a genuine upswing in Chicago sports, with renewed optimism surrounding several of the city's teams before shifting the focus squarely to the Bulls. 0:25 – Chicago Sports Upswing The episode opens with a look at the improving mood around Chicago sports and why there may finally be some legitimate reasons for fans to feel optimistic. 6:00 – Level of Excitement for Caleb Wilson The conversation turns to Caleb Wilson and whether Bulls fans fully appreciate how exciting his potential could be. We discuss what Wilson has already shown, what makes his ceiling so intriguing, and why he could become one of the most important pieces of the Bulls' future. 13:47 – More Matas Mid-Range Malcontent The mid-range debate continues with Matas Buzelis. 27:00 – Kuminga & Mathurin Misses… LOL Finally, we look back at the Bulls missing out on Jonathan Kuminga and Bennedict Mathurin and discuss why those supposed misses might ultimately work in Chicago's favor. Sometimes the best moves are the ones you don't make. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Could the Chicago Bulls' crowded offense hurt Caleb Wilson's Rookie of the Year case?On today's Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down one of the biggest questions around the Bulls' young core: Can Caleb Wilson win Rookie of the Year while sharing the offense with Josh Giddey, Norman Powell and Matas Buzelis? Caleb was one of the best players in Summer League, and the league may be even higher on him than the national media, but one concern is real — Wilson may not have the same clean path to touches as some other rookies.Haize explains why Caleb is already a legitimate ROY candidate after averaging 23.5 points, 7.3 rebounds, 2.5 blocks and 1.3 steals in Summer League while shooting 50% overall and 41.9% from three. But the bigger discussion is how Tiago Splitter should structure Chicago's offense so Caleb gets enough quality looks without slowing down the development of Matas Buzelis.The key is understanding the difference between touches and shot attempts. Josh Giddey needs the ball to organize the offense, but he does not need to lead the team in shots. Norman Powell can score efficiently without hijacking possessions. Nic Claxton needs touches as a screener and roller, not as a high-volume scorer. That leaves room for Caleb and Matas if the Bulls build the offense correctly.Then Haize asks whether the Bulls' bench scorer may already be on the roster. Chicago explored Bennedict Mathurin, Jonathan Kuminga and Sylvain Francisco, but failed to land another scorer. Now the opportunity may fall to Dailyn Swain or Jaylin Sellers, two young players who offer completely different paths to solving the bench offense problem.Swain brings size, rim pressure, rebounding, defense and secondary creation. Sellers brings shooting, microwave-scoring upside and a more traditional bench scorer profile. Haize breaks down why Sellers may be the more likely immediate scorer, while Swain may be the more likely consistent rotation player.

Should the Chicago Bulls take a swing on Cam Whitmore after Cleveland waived him?On today's Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down why the Bulls' potential connection to Cam Whitmore should be treated as logical speculation — not confirmed reporting. There is currently no credible report that Chicago has contacted Whitmore or plans to submit a waiver claim, but the fit is worth discussing because the Bulls have an open roster spot, need bench scoring, and have already been connected to several scorer types this offseason.Haize explains why Whitmore should interest Chicago. He is still only 22, has NBA scoring production on his résumé, and brings the downhill athleticism, transition force, physicality and self-created scoring upside the Bulls failed to land with names like Bennedict Mathurin, Jonathan Kuminga and Sylvain Francisco.But this is not a no-brainer. Whitmore's season ended because of an upper-extremity deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder, meaning any Bulls pursuit must begin with a serious medical evaluation. Chicago also has to decide whether adding Whitmore helps the rebuild by creating legitimate competition — or complicates the development path for Dailyn Swain, Jaylin Sellers, Rob Dillingham, Leonard Miller, Patrick Williams and Noa Essengue.Then Haize shifts to a bigger roster question: is the Bulls' depth being overlooked? Chicago may have 12 or 13 players capable of contributing, but the real question is how many of them Tiago Splitter can actually trust. The Bulls have plenty of playable bodies, but their bench still lacks the kind of proven scoring punch that separates the East's best second units.Haize breaks down why Tre Jones is Chicago's most dependable reserve, why Jalen Smith and Zach Collins give the Bulls frontcourt insurance, why the wing depth is more uncertain than it looks, and why Rob Dillingham may be the swing player who decides whether Chicago's bench is closer to top-seven in the East or stuck in the bottom half.

John is back from some time off and it's time to get his thoughts on all the major news of the last month. The Nuggets/Cavs Peyton Watson trade, Jonathan Kuminga to the Wolves, Bennedict Mathurin to the Pels, Klay Thompson to Miami, and the Dillon Brooks and Naji Marshall extensions. 0:19 Peyton Watson sign-and-trade: Denver's decision and future options 13:45 Cleveland's side of the Peyton Watson trade 19:27 Charlotte adds Dennis Schröder 20:12 Nuggets add DeMar DeRozan 24:05 Jonathan Kuminga to Minnesota 33:15 Pelicans add Bennedict Mathurin 41:41 Klay Thompson and the new-look Miami Heat 47:03 Dylan Brooks and Naji Marshall extensions; NBA spending trends 52:09 Zaccharie Risacher's outlook in Dallas Join Dunc'd On Prime!Dunc'd On Prime is the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM Subscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see the key moments from the pod each week.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to a pair of notable free agents coming off the board. Jonathan Kuminga is heading to Minnesota, while Bennedict Mathurin is heading to New Orleans. The guys discuss how they fit, what they add, and potential shortcomings to monitor. On the WNBA side, the guys dive deep into the Golden State Valkyries' win streak, and share their takeaways from Thursday night's Liberty-Valkyries matchup. Later, they break down DeWanna Bonner's fit with her new team: the Atlanta Dream If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 01:50 -- Jonathan Kuminga to the Wolves 31:35 -- Bennedict Mathurin to the Pelicans 43:08 -- Liberty/Valkyries takeaways 01:03:50 -- What's up with Sabrina Ionescu? 01:17:08 -- DeWanna Bonner to the Dream Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:

The Chicago Bulls are entering a new era, and several roles on this roster could change fast.On today's Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down why Bryson Graham and Tiago Splitter appear to be steering the Bulls toward a true rebuild instead of chasing the Play-In Tournament at all costs. That means this season could feel very different — roles will be earned, young players will be tested, and veterans may not be locked into the same responsibilities they had under the previous regime.Haize starts with Josh Giddey, whose role could become more simplified. Giddey may still be important as a facilitator, but with Norman Powell, Caleb Wilson and Matas Buzelis expected to carry more scoring responsibility, Tiago Splitter may not ask Giddey to be the same scoring-heavy lead guard Chicago saw last season.Then the show shifts to Leonard Miller, who could force his way into bigger minutes after a strong finish last season. Miller averaged nearly 15 points and 7.3 rebounds over his final 18 games while shooting efficiently, and his size, energy and two-way upside could make him a natural fit for the new Bulls identity.The most explosive conversation: Patrick Williams' rotation spot may no longer be safe. Patrick is still making major money, but this new front office has no attachment to that contract. With Matas Buzelis, Caleb Wilson, Dailyn Swain, Isaac Okoro, Leonard Miller, Noa Essengue and Jalen Smith all competing for forward minutes, Patrick should have to earn his role in camp.Haize also breaks down the Bulls' failed search for a bench scorer. Chicago missed on or was connected to Bennedict Mathurin, Jonathan Kuminga and Sylvain Francisco, leaving a real opportunity for Rob Dillingham, Jaylin Sellers and Dailyn Swain to claim the job.Finally, Haize asks whether Bryson Graham quietly built this roster for another trade-deadline pivot. Norman Powell, Tre Jones, Zach Collins, Jalen Smith and Isaac Okoro can all help now — but they may also become movable assets if contenders come calling.

The Northwest Division is arguably the most talented division in the NBA with multiple MVP candidates, and possibly the best from top to bottom with the juggernaut Thunder, plus the Timberwolves, Nuggets, Timberwolves, Trail Blazers and Jazz.On this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and Dave discuss some of the biggest questions for these teams, including the very strange pairing of Ja Morant and Damian Lillard, plus react to Jonathan Kuminga and Bennedict Mathurin finally signing with new teams.Also discussed in detail: DeMar DeRozan's impact on the Nuggets, Klay Thompson joining the Heat, and the ethics of walking shirtless.Fantasy football last call: https://www.patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast/posts/lets-play-166768056Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-17:56) – The voice of the Colts, Matt Taylor, joins Jake Query to discuss the breaking news that the Indianapolis Colts have activated Alec Pierce off the physically unable to perform list. They also get into which players could make the roster in the safety room and who is going to be the main contributors at the linebacker position. Lastly, Jake examines the road opponents for the Colts and asks Matt which road environment he’s most excited for. (17:56-39:08) – Tony East from Circle City Spin, Locked On Pacers, and Forbes Sports joins Query & Company to discuss the Indiana Fever and Pacers with Jake Query. Their conversation starts by discussing the upcoming time off for the Fever and how it will be beneficial for the players to get a mental break along with a physical break. Jake asks him for his opinion on the Tyrese Haliburton charity softball game from earlier and the week and what his reaction was to Bennedict Mathurin’s contract with the Pelicans.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-26:15) – Query & Company kicks off on a Thursday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison recapping yesterday’s show from Kroger for flood relief for Hoosiers. Jake and Eddie dive into Charvarius Ward’s comment yesterday about his back injury that sidelined him for nearly three weeks and then break the news that Alec Pierce is being activated off PUP. (26:15-44:43) – The voice of the Colts, Matt Taylor, joins Jake Query to discuss the breaking news that the Indianapolis Colts have activated Alec Pierce off the physically unable to perform list. They also get into which players could make the roster in the safety room and who is going to be the main contributors at the linebacker position. Lastly, Jake examines the road opponents for the Colts and asks Matt which road environment he’s most excited for. (44:43-48:31) – Jake Query concludes the first hour of the show by asking Eddie asking where they are at in their fantasy football league team’s given away. (48:31-1:13:16) – Earlier in the day, ESPN released an article ranking the 32 teams in terms of their watchability with a few factors. Jake has Eddie guess some of the top teams on the list, and try to pinpoint who ranks last. It leads to Eddie sharing some passion and emotion about how bad the list was. Lastly, Jake reveals where the Indianapolis Colts ranked. (1:13:16-1:24:49) – FOX59 host Dan Spehler joins Jake Query from Kroger to lament on how cool it is that Radio One, CBS, and FOX are all coming together to helping Hoosiers in need of flood relief. They also get into Dan’s arrival to Indianapolis in 2005 and how much he loves living here now. (1:24:49-1:33:31) – The final hour of today’s show starts with Jake discussing Charvarius Ward’s back injury and why he’s concerned about his availability throughout the season. (1:33:31-2:02:54) – Tony East from Circle City Spin, Locked On Pacers, and Forbes Sports joins Query & Company to discuss the Indiana Fever and Pacers with Jake Query. Their conversation starts by discussing the upcoming time off for the Fever and how it will be beneficial for the players to get a mental break along with a physical break. Jake asks him for his opinion on the Tyrese Haliburton charity softball game from earlier and the week and what his reaction was to Bennedict Mathurin’s contract with the Pelicans. (2:01:40-2:15:47) – Alec Pierce has returned to practice for the first time this season after being activated off PUP, but Josh Downs is currently sidelined with a calf injury. Jake discusses their injuries and loops in Charvarius Ward’s back ailment into the discussion. (2:15:13-2:20:40) – The show closes out with JMV joining Jake to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sherrod Blakely and Gary Washburn are back with another edition of the Big 3 NBA Podcast to discuss the latest scuttle around the Celtics and the latest news across the league. They react to comments from Jayson Tatum's father, Justin, who didn't have nice things to say about the Celtics' roster on “Ultimate Dads Unplugged,” a podcast featuring prominent NBA fathers LaVar Ball, Dwyane Wade Sr., and Marselles Brown (Jaylen Brown's father). What did he mean when describing the Celtics' roster? Is he right to be pessimistic about the team's title chances? Gary and Sherrod weigh up whether the team is championship caliber or not.  Later, they discuss the news from around the NBA including the Pelicans' signing Bennedict Mathurin on a two-year deal, $16M deal. What can we expect from New Orleans this season? How do they stack up in the East? They also touch on Bradley Beal re-signing with the Clippers on a two-year, $13.2M deal. How will they look next season? Can they do any better than the play-in? Lastly, they react to ESPN's record prediction for the Celtics next season. Will Boston get more than 50 wins?  Tune in for a thorough recap of the latest NBA topics in Boston and beyond! 00:00 Intro  01:50 Justin Tatum on “Ultimate Dads Unplugged” + are the Celtics at championship level?  12:47 PrizePicks 13:34 Pelicans sign Bennedict Mathurin  24:42 Bradley Beal stays in LA 34:55 Agree with ESPN's record prediction for the Celtics? The Big 3 NBA Podcast on CLNS Media is Powered by: 

00:00 – 18:18 – RIP Tim Curry, is Saturday’s preseason game the last time Anthony Richardson throws a pass in Lucas Oil Stadium, Keenan Allen’s performance yesterday, Colts release Mekhi Blackmon, Kevin’s questionable dino nugget package purchase 18:19 – 36:43 – Jake Arthur of Locked On Colts joins us discusses Kevin’s purchase of dino nuggets for James, hardest position for the Colts to trim down will be what?, will CJ Allen be a starter in Week 1 or work himself into the lineup?, any chance Saturday is the last time we see AR in a Colts uniform?, his under the radar guys who he thinks will crack the 53-man roster, Bennedict Mathurin signs a 2-year deal with the Pelicans, would you rather have Mathurin than Oubre, would the Pacers still have landed Zubac if Mathurin wasn’t included in the trade deadline deal? 36:44 – 55:39 - Kevin gives out more dates to not plan orchard/pumpkin patch trips, we play I GOTTA KNOWSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 13:36 – The guys are back and recap their time at the Help in the Heartland event from yesterday, James’ dino nugget experience, the Pro Bowl game is dead, 13:37 – 22:43 – Morning Checkdown 22:44 – 40:57 - RIP Tim Curry, is Saturday’s preseason game the last time Anthony Richardson throws a pass in Lucas Oil Stadium, Keenan Allen’s performance yesterday, Colts release Mekhi Blackmon, Kevin’s questionable dino nugget package purchase 40:58 – 1:07:05 – Jake Arthur of Locked On Colts joins us discusses Kevin’s purchase of dino nuggets for James, hardest position for the Colts to trim down will be what?, will CJ Allen be a starter in Week 1 or work himself into the lineup?, any chance Saturday is the last time we see AR in a Colts uniform?, his under the radar guys who he thinks will crack the 53-man roster, Bennedict Mathurin signs a 2-year deal with the Pelicans, would you rather have Mathurin than Oubre, would the Pacers still have landed Zubac if Mathurin wasn’t included in the trade deadline deal?, Morning Checkdown 1:07:06 – 1:18:09 – Charvarius Ward discusses his back issue and why it will be a season-long issue, Kevin gives out his list of weekends YOU CANNOT go to the pumpkin patch or apple orchard 1:18:10 – 1:27:23 – Reggie Wayne has high praise of Deion Burks, Kevin believes Laquon Treadwell makes the roster over Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, NFL rivalry jersey grade 1:27:24 – 1:50:10 – Kevin gives out more dates to not plan orchard/pumpkin patch trips, we play I GOTTA KNOW, Morning Checkdown 1:50:11 – 2:00:51 – IUSCC Doctor Gregory Drum joins us to discuss the Gus Macker Tournament and the history of it, the goal of the tournament, his time playing in the tournament, how he entered the medical field 2:00:52 - 2:08:27 – Wives being understanding of big college football weekends, Colts gameplan for starters in the preseason finale, James’ suit game Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonathan Kuminga reportedly turned down the Chicago Bulls — and now Bulls fans have to ask what it really means.On today's Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down the updated Kuminga situation after he signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves on a two-year, $13 million deal with a second-year player option. Chicago reportedly made an actual offer, along with the Lakers and Trail Blazers, but Kuminga chose Minnesota's role, winning situation, and path to rebuilding his value.Haize explains why the rejection is not devastating, but it is interesting. Kuminga fits Chicago's age timeline, but the Bulls already have Matas Buzelis, Caleb Wilson, Patrick Williams, Noa Essengue and Leonard Miller competing for forward minutes. The bigger concern is whether young players view Chicago as a place where they can build value — especially if the Bulls offered more money and still lost out.Then the show shifts to Bennedict Mathurin, who signed with New Orleans on a two-year, $16 million deal with a player option after averaging 17.6 points, 5.4 rebounds and 2.4 assists last season. Haize asks whether Chicago made a mistake by not prioritizing a 24-year-old scorer at that price — especially when the Bulls still need downhill shot creation.Finally, Haize looks at whether Jordan Hawkins should now be on Chicago's radar. New Orleans had reportedly discussed Hawkins trades before adding Mathurin, and Hawkins' $7 million salary fits inside Chicago's remaining room exception. But Haize warns that Hawkins is not Mathurin or Kuminga — he is a low-cost shooting experiment whose actual NBA production has not matched the reputation yet.

Guest: Richie Mills of WGNO Sports.Jude breaks down the college sports courtroom drama, Pelicans agreeing to sign Bennedict Mathurin and Saints injury woes.

The Pelicans and Bennedict Mathurin reportedly agreed to a two-year deal by Jaggy Sports

Could the Chicago Bulls still make one more free-agent swing before training camp?On today's Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down the top free-agent and potential waiver targets who could still fit the Bulls' rebuild, including Bennedict Mathurin, Cam Whitmore, Cam Thomas, Bruce Brown and Ochai Agbaji. The big correction: Cam Whitmore is not technically a free agent yet, but Cleveland is reportedly weighing a waive-and-stretch move that could put him on the market — and if that happens, he immediately becomes one of the most interesting Bulls targets available.Haize explains why Mathurin is the best player available but also the most complicated option. He brings youth and proven scoring, but his restricted free-agent status, expected price range, and the likely need for a sign-and-trade make him a difficult fit for Chicago's current plan.The show dives into why Cam Whitmore might be the best realistic Bulls opportunity if Cleveland waives him. At only 22 years old, Whitmore offers scoring aggression, rim pressure, transition ability and reclamation upside at a potentially depressed price — exactly the kind of low-risk swing a rebuilding team should consider.Haize also weighs Cam Thomas as a pure bench bucket-getter, Bruce Brown as a veteran stabilizer, and Ochai Agbaji as a quiet 3-and-D flyer. With several useful players still unsigned and most teams out of meaningful spending power, Chicago's $9.4 million room exception may suddenly have real leverage.Plus, Matas Buzelis wants his get back against Luka Doncic. After their March trash-talk exchange ended with Luka dropping 51, Matas said he would talk again and wants another shot — and Haize explains why that competitive edge matters for a young Bulls forward trying to earn respect.

Could Bryson Graham finally build a Chicago Bulls team worth spending on — and if he does, will ownership actually finish the job?On today's Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down why Bulls fans do not need ownership spending recklessly right now. Chicago is rebuilding around Caleb Wilson, Matas Buzelis, Josh Giddey and a young core that still has major questions to answer. With the current CBA, there's a real difference between paying the luxury tax and pushing deep into apron restrictions, so spending just to prove a point would be bad roster management.But when the time comes? The excuses need to stop. The Bulls are valued at $6 billion, with Forbes estimating $160 million in operating income, while also noting Chicago has historically paid the luxury tax only once. That makes the eventual ownership test very real: if Graham develops a contender, will the Bulls actually pay like one?Haize lays out the triggers for when Bulls ownership should open the checkbook: Caleb Wilson becoming a legitimate star, Matas Buzelis proving he can be a true No. 2 or high-end No. 3, Josh Giddey proving the core works, the Bulls winning a playoff series, or a genuine difference-maker becoming available.Then the show shifts to the Bennedict Mathurin question. Do the Bulls actually need to rush into another scorer right now, or should 2026-27 be the year Chicago finds out what it already has in Dailyn Swain, Jaylin Sellers and Rob Dillingham? Swain brings size, downhill creation and two-way upside, while Sellers has a serious shooting résumé and already showed scoring flashes in Summer League.If Mathurin comes at a bargain price, he's worth discussing. But if the cost includes useful contracts, draft compensation, long-term money and major offensive usage, Haize explains why Chicago may be better off using this season as Bryson Graham's information season before attacking the scoring market in 2027.

Could the Chicago Bulls' next move come from another team's roster crunch?On today's Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down five buy-low trade targets that Bryson Graham should at least call about as the Bulls continue building around Josh Giddey, Matas Buzelis and Caleb Wilson.The conversation starts with Jordan Hawkins, who may be the best fit of the group. With New Orleans reportedly exploring ways to create roster and financial flexibility, Hawkins' movement shooting and connection to Graham's Pelicans background make him a fascinating Bulls target. Chicago badly needs high-volume shooting, and Hawkins could be the exact type of young reclamation swing that fits this rebuild.Haize also looks at Scoot Henderson, whose role in Portland has become more complicated after the Blazers added more backcourt talent. Is Scoot worth a true buy-low swing, or would the Bulls already having Giddey, Tre Jones, Rob Dillingham and Dailyn Swain make the fit too messy?Then the show shifts to Reed Sheppard, who might be the dream shooting fit next to Giddey, Caleb and Matas — but also the least likely to come cheap. Plus, Haize explains why Karlo Matković could be a smart developmental big if Chicago moves Jalen Smith, and why Jericho Sims only makes sense if the Bulls can replace Smith's spacing elsewhere.Plus, voicemails hit on the Lonzo Ball “what if,” Patrick Williams' trade value, why the Bulls should not rush a Jalen Smith trade, Bennedict Mathurin as a low-risk upside swing, Nic Claxton's impact and more.

Could the Chicago Bulls have the cleanest path to a Bennedict Mathurin sign-and-trade?On today's Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down the latest Bulls rumors surrounding Bennedict Mathurin and why Chicago's possible sign-and-trade framework may stand out among reported suitors like the New Orleans Pelicans, Milwaukee Bucks, Dallas Mavericks and others. With Mathurin expected to command more than Chicago's room mid-level exception, a sign-and-trade could become the most realistic path — and a package involving Isaac Okoro plus second-round picks may be one of the smoother options for the Clippers.Haize also discusses why the Clippers may want meaningful value back instead of simply helping another team land Mathurin, how New Orleans' asset limitations and luxury-tax situation could affect the market, and why Chicago's front office under Bryson Graham still appears willing to stay active if the right opportunity presents itself.Then the focus shifts to Nic Claxton, who has finally arrived at the Advocate Center in Bulls gear. Claxton's first day in Chicago is a reminder of how important he could be for Tiago Splitter's defense, especially around young pieces like Caleb Wilson and Matas Buzelis. Can Claxton shore up the Bulls' rim protection, regain his defensive impact and prove the trade was worth the cap-space gamble?Plus, Haize reacts to voicemails on national doubt surrounding the Bulls, why games are not won on paper, whether Chicago could exceed expectations, and why Cam Thomas may not fit the Bulls' preferred style despite his scoring ability.

Howard Beck of The Ringer joins the Bulls Podcast to break down Chicago's offseason, Caleb Wilson's outlook as the No. 4 pick, and where the Bulls stack up in the Eastern Conference. He also shares his thoughts on the NBA's blockbuster offseason, the Wizards' new-look roster, Kawhi Leonard's uncertain future, and KC and Cam wrap up the episode by discussing the Bulls' reported interest in Bennedict Mathurin.

Are the Chicago Bulls done making moves, or is Bryson Graham keeping one chair open for a reason?On today's Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down why the Bulls may enter the regular season with their 15th full-time roster spot open. After days of smoke around Bennedict Mathurin, including reported interest from Chicago and praise from the Bulls' coaching staff, local reporting has suggested that the interest may be overstated. That does not completely kill the possibility, but it does make the Bulls' bigger priority clear: flexibility.Haize explains why keeping the final roster spot open may line up with Bryson Graham's front-office philosophy. Instead of rushing into a restricted free-agent sign-and-trade or adding a veteran just to fill the bench, Chicago could preserve flexibility to help facilitate trades, take on salary, or collect future draft capital if the right opportunity appears.Then the conversation gets bigger: Should the Bulls be watching the Orlando Magic and a potential second-apron crunch involving Paolo Banchero? If Orlando ever reaches a point where Banchero becomes available, should Chicago be aggressive even if the fit with Matas Buzelis and Caleb Wilson is imperfect?Plus, Haize looks ahead to 2027 free agency and why the 2026–27 season may be an evaluation year that determines whether the Bulls eventually pursue a player like Mathurin, Peyton Watson, or Jalen Duren.

The 500th episode of The Dunker Spot is coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones check in on the Golden State Warriors and Denver Nuggets as they navigate quiet offseasons. From there, they answer a few questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. On the WNBA side, the guys share their takeaways from Thursday's showdown between A'ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart before reveling in their collective greatness. They then shout out other top performers around the league before discussing Kelsey Plum ahead of this weekend's trade deadline. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 3:20 -- Golden State Warriors 13:43 -- Denver Nuggets 27:10 -- Bennedict Mathurin rumors 31:08 -- Mailbag questions 51:46 -- Aces-Liberty thoughts 01:03:46 -- Saluting greatness 01:15:44 -- Kelsey Plum trade chatter Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:

The Chicago Bulls may not be done looking for young talent — and the Bennedict Mathurin rumor could be a sign of how Bryson Graham is thinking.On today's Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down four young wild card guards the Bulls could monitor in the near future: Brice Sensabaugh, Scoot Henderson, Reed Sheppard, and Bub Carrington. None of these names should be treated like guaranteed targets, but each one raises an important team-building question for Chicago.Could Brice Sensabaugh become available if Utah's guard rotation gets crowded around Keyonte George, Darryn Peterson, Ace Bailey and Isaiah Collier? Could Scoot Henderson become a buy-low swing if Portland's guard room tightens with Damian Lillard, Jrue Holiday and Shaedon Sharpe? Could Reed Sheppard be the dream shooting fit next to Josh Giddey, Matas Buzelis and Caleb Wilson if Houston's win-now push creates an opportunity? And could Bub Carrington be an overlooked floor-spacing guard if Washington prioritizes AJ Dybantsa, Alex Sarr, Tre Johnson and Will Riley?Then Haize gets into the bigger question: What should the Bulls do in February?If Chicago is competitive but sitting around the 9th, 10th, 11th or 12th spot in the Eastern Conference, does Bryson Graham buy, sell or stay patient? The previous Bulls front office repeatedly got trapped in the middle. Graham's challenge will be knowing whether progress means adding help, selling veterans like Norman Powell or Nic Claxton, or simply letting the young core develop without overreacting.

Could the Chicago Bulls make a costly mistake by trading Jalen Smith too early? Before the season even begins, should the Bulls give Smith a chance to prove himself. Plus, are Bryson Graham's comments a sign that Bennedict Mathurin is a player Chicago is keeping a close eye on?In this episode, we break down:Why the Bulls should be patient with Jalen SmithIs Bennedict Mathurin on Chicago's radar?What Bryson Graham's comments revealLatest Bulls rumors and roster analysis#ChicagoBulls #JalenSmith #BennedictMathurin #BrysonGraham #MatasBuzelis #NBAJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNS5lF_I3qBpGLGWllvyF8g/joinWhat do you guys think?Follow us on Social Mediahttps://linktr.ee/KognacBoyzLeave us a voicemail773-242-9219#chicagobulls #chicagobullsnews

The Chicago Bulls rumor mill is heating up — and now Bennedict Mathurin is reportedly a name to watch.Haize breaks down the latest report that Chicago has emerged as another known suitor alongside New Orleans for Clippers restricted free agent Bennedict Mathurin. Mathurin is officially on the 2026 restricted free-agent list after the Clippers issued him a qualifying offer, and Marc Stein previously reported New Orleans plus a second suitor had shown interest.Could Mathurin make sense for the Bulls? Haize looks at the fit, the cost, the restricted free agency complications, and whether Chicago should chase another young scoring wing now or preserve flexibility for the bigger 2027 picture.Then, the show turns to Jalen Duren vs Peyton Watson as possible 2027 Bulls targets. Duren is the bigger star swing, but Watson is the cleaner roster fit beside Josh Giddey, Matas Buzelis, Caleb Wilson and Nic Claxton. The current verdict: Watson fits the Bulls better as currently constructed, while Duren would require a bigger frontcourt reset.Plus, Haize reacts to Jalen Smith trade buzz after reported Lakers interest, and why Smith's shooting, expiring contract, and frontcourt versatility could make him one of Chicago's better trade chips.And finally, the Chicago Bulls 2026-27 preseason schedule is out — headlined by a must-watch Caleb Wilson vs Cameron Boozer rematch when the Bulls face Memphis.

The Chicago Bulls have emerged as a potential landing spot for Bennedict Mathurin, but what would the cost be. Charles Barkley sings praises for Matas Buzelis but Bobby is setting the reminder to NOT forget about Matas Buzelis as another key piece for the Chicago Bulls. We break down whether the rumored fit makes sense, what a trade could cost, and why Bulls fans shouldn't overlook Buzelis heading into the season.In this episode, we discuss:Why the Bulls are being linked to Bennedict MathurinHow a potential move would look likeIs Mathurin worth the trade package?Why Buzelis could still be the key to Chicago's future#ChicagoBulls #BennedictMathurin #MatasBuzelis #BullsNation #NBA #NBATradeRumorsJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNS5lF_I3qBpGLGWllvyF8g/joinWhat do you guys think?Follow us on Social Mediahttps://linktr.ee/KognacBoyzLeave us a voicemail773-242-9219#chicagobulls #chicagobullsnews

The Baseline NBA Podcast breaks down the Thunder–Hawks–Mavs blockbuster trade that sent Lu Dort to Atlanta, Zaccharie Risacher to Dallas, and added even more draft capital to Oklahoma City's massive offseason haul. We dig into how OKC's $224M payroll reset reshapes their roster, what Risacher brings to the Mavericks, and how Atlanta pivots with Dort and Ryan Nembhard. We also run through the best NBA free agents still available, including LeBron James, Draymond Green, DeMar DeRozan, Bradley Beal, Jonathan Kuminga, Bennedict Mathurin, and more. Who can shift the market, who fits where, and which teams are positioned to strike next. A fast, sharp, and fully loaded look at the NBA offseason's biggest moves and biggest names.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-baseline-nba-podcast--3677698/support.Visit: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS and use code CLNS and get $50 in lineups.This show was sponsored in part by Raycon: Visit https://buyraycon.com/baseline for 20% off new buds!Get NBA League Pass: https://link.nba.com/LP19MG Looking to book a vacation? Our travel partner Exquiste Travel & Tours has you covered: Call 954-228-5479 or visit https://exquisitetravelandtours.com/Discover our favorite podcast gear & shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroupWant to join the conversation or invite us to your platform? Budget-friendly collaborations welcome! https://bit.ly/19GuestFollow The Baseline on X: https://twitter.com/nbabaselineFollow The Baseline on IG: https://instagram.com/nba_baseline

The main crew is back — Grant, John Browner and Beav — for a loaded night. The guys open on the World Cup, where Argentina erased a two-goal Egypt lead in stunning fashion (Messi doing Messi things) and a VAR overturn had everyone yelling "rigged." Then it's deep into Clippers offseason chaos: the Kawhi, Brandon Ingram and Walker Kessler deals still aren't official, the CBA apron is making everything a nightmare to track, and the panel goes to war over whether a $116M swing for Peyton Watson makes any sense — or whether Lawrence Frank is just doing stuff to do stuff. Should they simply re-sign Bennedict Mathurin and develop the No. 5 pick instead? In the post-show, the crew relitigates the SGA regret and closes with a full LeBron James free-agency breakdown: Denver, Golden State, or Philly? New episodes drop nightly. Follow the crew and catch the post-show on X. Directed and Produced by: Grant Mona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The full crew's back after the Fourth of July — Grant, John Browner and Beav dig into a loaded night. The Clippers win the Rui Hachimura sweepstakes on a two-year deal, and the guys break down the fit at the four, the John Collins fallout, and whether a Bennedict Mathurin or Peyton Watson move is next. Then it's on to Team USA's brutal Round-of-16 exit to Belgium (and why Christian Pulisic took the brunt of it), a Summer League deep dive headlined by Darryn Peterson looking like a problem, Cam Boozer in Memphis, the Utah Jazz's ceiling and locker-room questions, the coaching carousel, and the NBA's one-free-throw experiment that sends John completely over the edge. New episodes drop nightly. Follow the crew and catch the post-show on X. Produced and Directed by: Grant Mona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(00:00-26:31) – Query & Company opens a Tuesday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison talking about the electric matches that took place after the show yesterday in the FIFA World Cup. Jake shares something that he learned when he was watching the Morocco vs Netherlands game and they reveal who was “eliminated” from the Query & Company numbers game. (26:31-42:20) – The legal tampering window for the NBA opens later today at 6pm. Will the Indiana Pacers make a move in the early hours of free agency? Are they going to add a player that moves the needle drastically? What type of player do the Pacers need to add? Jake and Eddie discuss. (42:20-52:36) – Jake Query concludes the first hour of the show giving away some numbers for the Query & Company FIFA World Cup Numbers Game! (52:36-1:18:32) – Hour two of Query & Company with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison starts out by continuing their conversation from earlier in the show as to why they don’t think the Indiana Pacers will be making any substantial moves this off-season. They reference two teams that have struggled to get back to the top after mortgaging their future for a superstar. (1:18:32-1:31:29) – Jake and Eddie give away the final set of numbers for the Query & Company FIFA World Cup Numbers game! (1:31:29-1:39:25) – Hour number two of Query & Company concludes with Jake sharing the drama and excitement that he felt watching the end of the Morocco vs Netherlands game last night with Shannon. (1:39:25-2:11:51) – Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files makes his weekly visit on Query & Company to talk all things Indiana Pacers, NBA, and Indiana Fever. Their conversation starts by discussing the news that LeBron James has informed the Lakers that he will not be returning, identifies who the core group of players are for the Pacers, what he expects to happen with Bennedict Mathurin’s free agency, and shares what he knows about Caitlin Clark’s health. (2:11:51-2:18:50) – Wimbledon is officially underway and Jake wants to know how much interest he had in the tournament growing up and how much interest he has in it now. (2:18:50-2:25:14) – The show closes out with JMV joining Jake Query to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-12:47) – The legal tampering window for the NBA opens later today at 6pm. Will the Indiana Pacers make a move in the early hours of free agency? Are they going to add a player that moves the needle drastically? What type of player do the Pacers need to add? Jake and Eddie discuss. (12:47-38:28) – Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files makes his weekly visit on Query & Company to talk all things Indiana Pacers, NBA, and Indiana Fever. Their conversation starts by discussing the news that LeBron James has informed the Lakers that he will not be returning, identifies who the core group of players are for the Pacers, what he expects to happen with Bennedict Mathurin’s free agency, and shares what he knows about Caitlin Clark’s health.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-19:05) – Arrow McLaren’s Christian Lundgaard joins Query & Company to recap his race at Road America on Sunday in which he found himself at the very end of the field early to leading the field to the checkered flag. Jake asks him how he’s feeling in the championship standings after his second win of the season while Alex Palou has a comfortable lead right now. (21:18-40:18) – ESPN.com’s Stephen Holder joins Jake Query and their conversation starts out by discussing which three NBA franchises they would want and not want to be drafted to. They transition back to the Indianapolis Colts by discussing if Shane Steichen is still out on Anthony Richardson Sr. or if he has had some change at heart. They also debate if Chris Ballard will actually release him if nobody trades for Richardson. (40:18-51:25) – Freelance writer Mark Montieth joins Query & Company to clarify his tweet from two days ago about him anticipating the Indiana Pacers making a big move by the end of this week. They go back and forth on what type of player, and position, that the Pacers need to try and add into the fold to replace Bennedict Mathurin’s production. Plus, Mark previews a story that he’s working on for the Indiana Business Journal. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-27:37) – Query & Company opens a Hump Day Wednesday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing the first round of the NBA Draft and if there were any surprises. They also get into some of the buzz that the Indiana Pacers could trade Jarace Walker to get back into the second-round tonight. Does that make sense considering they’re trying to replace Bennedict Mathurin’s production? (27:37-44:40) – Mike Niziolek from the Bloomington Herald Times joins Query & Company to discuss the book that he is co-authoring with Zach Osterman from the IndyStar about Indiana football’s historic 2025 season. Jake asks Mike how the idea came about, how many people they talked to during the process, and highlights when it will be released and how fans can purchase it. (44:40-46:49) – Jake Query concludes the first hour of the show by highlighting the news that Caitlin Clark’s technical foul has not been rescinded by the WNBA. (46:49-1:19:31) – Arrow McLaren’s Christian Lundgaard joins Query & Company to recap his race at Road America on Sunday in which he found himself at the very end of the field early to leading the field to the checkered flag. Jake asks him how he’s feeling in the championship standings after his second win of the season while Alex Palou has a comfortable lead right now. Jake also asks Christian some get to know you questions so people can know more about him. (1:19:31-1:29:40) – What if the Indiana Pacers didn’t make the trade for Ivica Zubac? What would they have done with the fifth pick in the draft last night? Would they still be able to acquire a top ranked center? (1:29:40-1:34:10) – Hour number two of Query & Company concludes with Jake making fun of Eddie for coming back with Celine Dion. (1:34:10-1:58:52) – ESPN.com’s Stephen Holder joins Jake Query and their conversation starts out by discussing which three NBA franchises they would want and not want to be drafted to. They transition back to the Indianapolis Colts by discussing if Shane Steichen is still out on Anthony Richardson Sr. or if he has had some change at heart. They also debate if Chris Ballard will actually release him if nobody trades for Richardson. (2:07:50-2:13:08) – Freelance writer Mark Montieth joins Query & Company to clarify his tweet from two days ago about him anticipating the Indiana Pacers making a big move by the end of this week. They go back and forth on what type of player, and position, that the Pacers need to try and add into the fold to replace Bennedict Mathurin’s production. Plus, Mark previews a story that he’s working on for the Indiana Business Journal. (2:13:08-2:16:34) – The show closes out with JMV joining Jake Query to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones discuss the epic turnaround of the Los Angeles Clippers! After a 6-21 start, they've gone a ridiculous 33-15 over their last 48 games. The guys discuss Kawhi Leonard's play, how Darius Garland and Bennedict Mathurin have slotted into their new home and how dangerous they could be in a playoff setting. From there, the guys react to the latest foundational news in the NBA. Anti-tanking measures are coming, and we may be on the cusp of two new teams joining the league soon. They talk through the latest proposals and debate whether the league needs to add two teams right now. Finally, it's time to talk about the upcoming WNBA expansion draft! We have the rules and the timing (April 3, 3:30 ET) -- now it's time to discuss who may actually be joining new rosters. The guys go team by team, talking through the five players each team may choose to protect. Strategy and shenanigans may be afoot! If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com. 1:30 Los Angeles Clippers check-in 26:28 NBA anti-tanking proposals 44:17 Should the NBA expand? 49:03 WNBA expansion draft expectations Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-15:28) – ESPN’s Stephen Holder joins Query & Company from Phoenix to highlight some things he has learned in the last 24 hours about how the Colts brass feel about where their team is at heading into the NFL Draft. Jake asks Stephen about some NFL topics that have been discussed, highlights the importance of the potential referee situation for next season, and brings up the NFL allowing private equity funds to invest in teams. (15:28-40:12) – Mike DeCourcy from the Sporting News, FOX Sports, and Big Ten Network makes an appearance on the show to preview his decision to retire from covering college basketball full-time, preview the Final Four, highlights a couple of potential storylines about this Final Four, states that the Final Four should be in Indianapolis every single year, relives UConn’s unbelievable comeback win over Duke, and shares some of his favorite memories covering college basketball. (40:12-46:48) – Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files joins Query & Company to discuss the approach for the Indiana Pacers in the final seven games of the season, how he interpreted the Chicago Bulls decision to release Jaden Ivey yesterday, his perspective on what is going to happen with Bennedict Mathurin this offseason after a month now with the Clippers, and evaluates how Kobe Brown has performed with Indiana. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-24:58) – Query & Company opens on a Tuesday with Jake Query proposing a trivia question for producer Eddie Garrison pertaining to the four teams in the Final Four that will be traveling to Indianapolis. Jake also highlights a couple of things that he heard from Chris Ballard yesterday that he thought was worth sharing with you. (24:58-41:13) – ESPN’s Stephen Holder joins Query & Company from Phoenix to highlight some things he has learned in the last 24 hours about how the Colts brass feel about where their team is at heading into the NFL Draft. Jake asks Stephen about some NFL topics that have been discussed, highlights the importance of the potential referee situation for next season, and brings up the NFL allowing private equity funds to invest in teams. (41:13-45:37) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake discussing the Chicago Bulls releasing Jaden Ivey yesterday after a series of videos that he has posted. (50:37-1:11:08) – Mike DeCourcy from the Sporting News, FOX Sports, and Big Ten Network makes an appearance on the show to preview his decision to retire from covering college basketball full-time, preview the Final Four, highlights a couple of potential storylines about this Final Four, states that the Final Four should be in Indianapolis every single year, relives UConn’s unbelievable comeback win over Duke, and shares some of his favorite memories covering college basketball. (1:11:08-1:24:15) – The Chicago Bulls released Jaden Ivey yesterday following a series of videos with one directed towards NBA Pride Night. Jake doesn’t want people to lose perspective on what should be (1:24:15-1:34:05) – Hour number two of Query & Company concludes with Jake and Eddie looking at where the Indiana Pacers sit in the NBA standings and their remaining schedule. How many more wins can they afford to have? (1:34:05-2:02:35) – The final hour of the show starts with Jake and Eddie highlighting some of the new rules/policies that have been approved by the NFL owners in Phoenix. Jake also comments on what Chris Ballard said yesterday about Anthony Richardson, Daniel Jones, and the approach without a first round pick. (2:02:35-2:10:54) – Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files joins Query & Company to discuss the approach for the Indiana Pacers in the final seven games of the season, how he interpreted the Chicago Bulls decision to release Jaden Ivey yesterday, his perspective on what is going to happen with Bennedict Mathurin this offseason after a month now with the Clippers, and evaluates how Kobe Brown has performed with Indiana. (2:10:54-2:19:07) – Today’s show closes out with Jeff Rickard joining Jake Query to preview what he’s got going on this afternoon with JMV out! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-28:57) – Query & Company opens on a Thursday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison talking about Bennedict Mathurin’s performance last night against the Indiana Pacers in his first game against the team that drafted him. Jake also comments on the wins for Purdue and Indiana last night in their second to final regular season game before the Big Ten Tournament. (28:57-34:32) – Whilst at the gym last night, someone approached Jake to have a conversation about the Indianapolis Colts, specifically the futures of Alec Pierce and Daniel Jones. He shares what that conversation entailed because there was a different aspect to the situation that he hadn’t considered. (34:32-45:05) – GoldAndBlack.com’s Brian Neubert rounds out the first hour of the show to discuss last night’s nail-biting victory for the Purdue Boilermakers against the Northwestern Wildcats. Jake asks Brian what type of team could really give Purdue fits in the NCAA Tournament, if there is a defensive coverage that Braden Smith hasn’t seen during his collegiate career, and why C.J. Cox had a career night last night in Evanston. (45:05-1:09:13) – The NCAA Tournament is just around the corner and it got Jake thinking. What if there was another way for a team to receive an automatic bid into the NCAA Tournament? He proposes his idea to Eddie. Plus, could AJ Dybansta stay at BYU for another season? Jake claims that you shouldn’t rule that possibility out. (1:09:13-1:21:52) – IndyCar Radio Network Driver Analyst, Davey Hamilton, joins Query & Company to preview this weekend’s race for IndyCar in Phoenix for the first time since 2018. Jake also asks Davey about what makes Alex Palou so dominant, if he has ever seen a driver in a zone like Palou is right now and goes back to losing out to Helio Castroneves in the 2021 Indy 500 because that could have changed his approach in the cockpit. (1:21:52-1:27:52) – Hour number two of Query & Company concludes with Jake and Eddie discussing the Chicago Bears trading D.J. Moore to the Buffalo Bills. Is that good news for the Colts? (1:27:52-1:54:08) – Horizon League Interim Commissioner, Chris Neuman, joins Jake Query ahead of the men’s and women’s basketball tournament at Corteva Coliseum this weekend. Jakea asks her about her experience this year as the interim commissioner of the Horizon League, what she enjoys the most about the position, and her future with the league with the next commissioner being decided already. (1:54:08-2:11:50) – Jake pays tribute to the late great Lou Holtz by sharing some tidbits of information that he has learned about the former Notre Dame head coach over the years. Former Fighting Irish & NFL defensive back, Jeff Burris, calls into the program to share how Holtz recruited him to Notre Dame, if he ever addressed his one failure in front of the guys, and shares what he’s doing now that mimics what his college coach would preach to him as a player. (2:11:50-2:14:55) – Today’s show closes out with JMV joining Jake Query to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin is back with Rob and J. Kyle Mann, and they take a look at the MVP race because the front-runners are up against the 65-game limit. They talk about whether the game limit is here to stay, some other candidates for MVP, and more. Then they talk about some of their takeaways from the first couple of games after the All-Star break, including Bennedict Mathurin's impressive start with the Clippers and Cam Thomas and the resurgent Bucks. (00:00) Intro (2:01) The MVP race (31:02) FanDuel ad break (34:38) Cavs (45:09) Pistons (49:44) Who is the best American player in the league? (54:44) Bennedict Mathurin (1:08:04:04) Cam Thomas Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann Producers: Victoria Valencia and Isaiah Blakely Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Social: Isaiah Blakely and Keith Fujimoto The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A very full 15 in 60 of well over 2 hours looks at the 15 teams in the Western Conference: HOU: Breaking down their late-game offense in a rough blown lead against New York DEN & GSW:  The Warriors pull off a troubling upset over the Nuggets 10:20 OKC: Has Cason Wallace shown more on-ball juice with their injuries? 28:17 PHX: Why is their defense so much better? 35:21 POR: Shaedon Sharpe's development in his 4th year 45:29 UTA & MEM: The Jazz out-tank the Grizz while avoiding a fine. 53:05 MIN: How are and should they be using Ayo Dosunmu? 1:03:32 NOP: Is Trey Murphy III a threat as a shot-creator? 1:08:25 LAC: The early returns on Bennedict Mathurin and the chances of the Clippers re-signing him this offseason 1:19:26 LAL: Luka Doncic's odd quarter splits 1:27:50 SAS: What do we think of their new starting lineup? 1:39:09 SAC: Nique Clifford's numbers haven't been good. Is there a silver lining? 1:46:57 DAL: How can Naji Marshall's unique skills fit in on a better team? 1:55:00 Join Dunc'd On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Verno and Jacoby return as they discuss the Pistons' impressive win over the Knicks and Cade Cunningham's MVP-level performance at MSG. They then discuss Kevin Durant's alleged burner account, Bennedict Mathurin's explosive Clippers home debut, and Adam Silver finally addressing the ongoing tanking issues across the league. Next, the guys share three things they are looking forward to for the rest of the season.(00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(06:19) The Pistons and Cade Cunningham shine at Madison Square Garden in win against the Knicks(14:56) Rockets survive against the Hornets(19:56) Kevin Durant's alleged burner account(27:06) Bennedict Mathurin lifts the Clippers past the Nuggets(30:52) Adam Silver addresses the NBA's tanking issues(37:11) Potential new playoff teams(44:15) Cavs poised for a run in the East(49:27) Can the Spurs snag the no. 1 seed?(01:02:29) Which team can replicate the Pacers' title run last year?(01:07:36) Awards and All-NBA team turnover(01:16;45) What will happen with Darryn Peterson?Leave us a message on our Mismatch voicemail line! (323) 389-5091Hosts: Chris Vernon and David JacobyProducers: Jessie Lopez, Stefan Anderson, and Jeff ShearinSocial: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices