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Tom Haberstroh & Dan Devine break down the electric 2025 NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers by spotlighting the record-setting intensity measured by 38.4 miles run in each game this series. They dive into why this series marks a HUGE shift in playing styles, Pascal Siakam's transformative two-way play for Indiana and Jalen Williams' historic 40-point game at just 24 years old. Plus, the pair debates whether Desmond Bane is the missing piece Orlando needs to become true contenders in the Eastern Conference.(1:27) The Big Number: 38.4 miles per game(21:07) Little Numbers: Thunder open shots in NBA Finals(24:36) Little Numbers: OKC & IND 3-point shooting(29:29) Little Numbers: Siakam's impressive averages(33:25) Little Numbers: points scored in transition(39:02) Grizzlies trade Desmond Bane to the Magic
It's time for some Star Wars news! Kathleen Kennedy showed up at the BFI screening of an original print of A New Hope, sparking significant news about the Original Trilogy, the styles of Star Wars stories, and the start of Starfighter's production. Plus, some of Andor's streaming numbers are in... and they're all good! Go beyond the headlines with Joseph Scrimshaw, Jennifer Landa and Ken Napzok on the 764th episode of ForceCenter.From the minds of Ken Napzok (comedian, host of The Blathering), Joseph Scrimshaw (comedian, writer, director of Dead Media), and Jennifer Landa (actress, YouTuber, crafter, contributor on StarWars.com) comes the ForceCenter Podcast Feed. Here you will find a series of shows exploring, discussing, and celebrating everything about Star Wars. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts. Listen on TuneIn, Amazon Music, Spotify, and more!Follow ForceCenter!Watch on YouTube!Support us on PatreonForceCenter merch!All from ForceCenter: https://linktr.ee/ForceCenter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bruce Marshall, Vegas Insider of CBS Sports joins us to talk some more wagering. Next we are visited by Tye Richardson of ESPN Arkansas to talk Razorback baseball and the SEC. Then, joins us for the Big Number of the Day.
Keith Smith of Spotrac joins the show to talk all things NBA. Next we talk more about the US Open leaderboard thus far, with the Big Number of the Day to follow.
Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine are back with this week's big number: 1 million dollars. That's how much Jay-Z allegedly wagered and then lost, when he placed a milly on OKC to win the Finals in 5 games. Indy won Game 3, which rendered that bet moot -- and Indy added another victim to its pool of people that doubted them. Don't miss the guys break down the stats that prove Indy may very well be the better team, both offensively and defensively. Plus later in the show, Tom wonders if Kevin Durant could return to Oklahoma City — especially if the Thunder get packed up in 5 games!(1:10) The Big Number: $1,000,000 wager on OKC in 5(18:14) Little Numbers: Pacers record in first 25 games(23:50) Little Numbers: Indiana's MPH(29:15) Little Numbers: Pacers passes per game(32:41) Little Numbers: Indiana's defensive rating(37:14) Best landing spots for KD in trade
join Goin of Timber Truss joins us to talk some golf and give picks for the US Open. Next we talk some baseball in the MLB followed up by the Big Number of the Day.
Brent Beaird of First Coast News in Jacksonville joins us to talk some college sports. Next up, Brian Geltzeiler of Sirius XM NBA Radio joins us to talk the Finals, followed up by the Big Number of the Day.
David Cobb of CBS Sports joins us to talk all college sports. Next up, Joe Tomek of FESJC joins us to talk some golf and the ST. Jude Classic. Next up. we have the Big Number of the Day.
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Bruce Marshall, Vegas Insider of CBS Sports, joins us to talk some more wagering. Dick Jerardi joins us next to talk about The Belmont and give our picks for the third and final horse race of the year. Closing out this hour is the Big Number of the Day.
Keith Smith of Spotrac and the Front Office Show joins us to talk all about the NBA Finals. Next we rank the Top Ten Players playing in the finals, followed up by the Big Number of the Day.
Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine are well aware that the Oklahoma City Thunder are LIKELY to win this year's NBA title. But what is Indiana's path to a championship, and just how viable is it? The Big Number has unearthed the key stats that prove how the Pacers could walk away with the Larry O, as improbable as it may seem. It would have to start with Tyrese Haliburton becoming ultra aggressive, which will be easier said than done against his #1 kryptonite: Lu Dort.(1:23) The Big Number: Haliburton scoring vs. OKC(11:59) Little Numbers: Pascal Siakam points produced in postseason(16:21) Little Numbers: Thunder corner 3's(19:41) Little Numbers: What happened last time OKC lost a series?(23:50) Little Numbers: Thunder vs. zone defense(28:54) Knicks fire Tom Thibodeau(38:50) Suns hire Ott as head coach
Jon Goin of Timber Truss joins us to talk some golf news and make picks for the Canadian Open this weekend. Next we talk the MLB before we get into the Big Number of the Day.
Brent Beaird of First Coast News in Jacksonville joins us to talk college sports. Next we talk the MLB followed by the Big Number of the Day.
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Dan Devine and Tom Haberstroh break down the historic matchup between the Indiana Pacers & Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2025 NBA Finals. With only a 1% chance of this pairing at the start of the season, the hosts dissect why both teams surged to the top, challenging long-held NBA assumptions about youth, roster continuity, and midseason trades. The conversation spotlights star performances from Tyrese Haliburton and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, plus the impact of strategic additions like Isaiah Hartenstein and Alex Caruso. The episode explores why these Finals are one of the most improbable in recent memory, what sets each team apart, and what this means for the future of team-building in the NBA.Don't miss the discussion on what's next for the Minnesota Timberwolves and New York Knicks, and the unique blend of clutch play, defense, and team chemistry fueling this unlikely Finals.(1:10) - Pacers & Thunder defy all odds to face off in the NBA Finals(20:40) - Why Thunder excel at avoiding turnovers(26:15) - Caruso & Hartenstein fuel OKC's defensive engine(31:50) - Pacers: clutchest team in the NBA?(34:50) - Pacers & Thunder have both dominated in 2025(43:20) - What's next for the Timberwolves?(50:00) - What's next for the Knicks?Subscribe to the The Big Number on your favorite podcast app:
Bruce Marshall, Vegas Insider of CBS Sports, joins us to talk some wagering. Next we talk the NBA Playoffs followed by the Big Number of the Day.
Keith Smith joins us from Spotrac and the Front Office Show to talk the NBA. Next, Trey Schaap of 103 Seven joins us to talk SEC baseball from Destin. Finally we have the Big Number of the Day.
$24 billion of free cash flow in a single quarter is no small feat. If Nvidia can keep that pace, it may actually be trading at a reasonable price. (00:21) Tim Beyers and Mary Long discuss: - Market relief about the latest in Trump's trade saga. - A rose and a thorn from Nvidia's latest report. - Another trade-related announcement that affects the semiconductor supply chain. Companies discussed: NVDA, CDNS, SNPS, SIEGY Host: Mary Long Guest: Tim Beyers Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jon Goin of Timber Truss joins us to talk some Golf and give picks for the Memorial Tournament. Next we talk some Baseball followed by the Big Number of the Day.
We are joined by Brent Beaird of First Coast News in Jacksonville to talk all college sports. Next we talk the NBA Conference Finals followed by the Big Number of the Day.
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Keith Smith of Spotrac and the Front Office Show joins us to talk the NBA. Next we talk Baseball followed by the Big Number of the Day.
Jon Goin of Timber Truss joins us to talk some Golf and give picks for the Charles Schwab Challenge. Next we look at the Vegas O/U win totals for College Football followed by the Big Number of the Day.
Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine have uncovered the jaw-dropping truth: the Oklahoma City Thunder now possess "the best defense in Playoff history." The guys explain what OKC is doing to make things so uncomfortable for their opponents, and how the juggernaut defense likely won't be solved any time soon.(1:05) - Is the Thunder defense best in postseason history?(10:05) - Numbers behind Thunder's suffocating defense(15:20) - Live-ball turnovers forced by Thunder defense(19:10) - How Thunder stifled Anthony Edwards(22:40) - Thunder shut down Wolves' corner threes(28:10) - How will SGA's MVP win be remembered?Subscribe to the The Big Number on your favorite podcast app:
Brent Beaird of First Coast News joins us to talk some college sports. We then get into the NBA followed by the Big Number of the Day.
David Cobb of CBS Sports joins us to talk college sports. Next we talk the NBA Playoffs followed by the Big Number of the Day.
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Bruce Marshall, Vegas Insider with CBS Sports, joins us to talk some more wagering. Next we again talk to Dick Jerardi to talk the Preakness. Next up is the Big Number of the Day.
Keith Smith of Spotrac and the Front Office Show joins us to talk the NBA. Next we continue NBA talk followed by the Big Number of the Day.
Jon Goin of Timber Truss joins us to talk golf and this week's PGA Championship at Quail Hollow. Next we talk the NBA Playoffs followed by the Big Number of the Day.
Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine have unearthed the data that shows Indiana is NOT to be messed with. The Big Number guys explain how the Pacers laid waste to the #1-seed Cleveland Cavaliers, and likely won't be stopped anytime soon. Plus the guys ask the question, would Nico Harrison ever, shockingly, consider trading the #1 overall pick? What caliber of superstar would need to be offered to the Mavs' GM for him to come off of Cooper Flagg?!? The guys think Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks may convince Nico to do the unthinkable (again)! Subscribe to the The Big Number on your favorite podcast app:
Brent Beaird of First Coast News in Jacksonville joins us to talk college sports. Next we talk the NBA Playoffs followed by the Big Number of the Day.
David Cobb of CBS Sports joins us to talk college sports. Next we get into the NBA Playoffs followed by the Big Number of the Day.
Hour 1 – The Drive opened the show discussing the big attendance numbers the Royals drew in their weekend series against the Red Sox.
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Bruce Marshall of Vegas and CBS Sports starts hour two to talk some wagering. Next we get into the NBA Playoffs followed by the Big Number of the Day.
Spotrac's Keith Smith joins us to talk the NBA to kick off hour two. Next we talk MLB followed by the Big Number of the Day.
Jon Goin of Timber Truss kicks off hour two of ST to talk some golf and give picks for the Truist Championship. Next we talk the NFL followed by the Big Number of the Day.
On this episode of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine answer the question "do the Warriors have a chance WITHOUT Steph Curry?" The answer may surprise you. Plus, are the Indiana Pacers starting to show they're a team of destiny? Tyrese Haliburton's numbers in the clutch will leave you stunned. But not as stunned as Cleveland Cavaliers fans... yikes! The insanity of the NBA Playoffs is peaking and Tom and Dan are here to break it all down on this installment of The Big Number.(1:20) The Big Number: 0(20:29) Little Numbers: Warriors possessions in the bonus(24:47) Little Numbers: Anthony Edwards Game 1(29:02) Little Numbers: Draymond Green contested shots(30:45) Little Numbers: Warriors offensive rebounding(36:30) Pacers stun Cavaliers AGAIN
Brent Beaird of first Coast News Jacksonville kicks off hour two to talk college sports. Next we get into some MLB talk followed by the BIG Number of the Day.
On this episode of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine break down the New York Knicks' offensive struggles. Could they actually blow this series to the Detroit Pistons?Plus, Tom and Dan have unearthed the numbers that prove this is one of the most exciting NBA postseasons of ALL-TIME, and the 1st round is still going!The duo also recap the Milwaukee Bucks blowing a 7-point lead with 40 seconds left on Tuesday night to end their season, and perhaps the Giannis Era in Milwaukee. How did things get so bad for the Bucks that they may have no choice but to entertain offers for their generational superstar? It's here on this installment of The Big Number.(1:05) - What makes this first round so competitive(16:05) - Cade Cunningham's early dominance(18:55) - Knicks' concerning pace of play(24:35) - Jalen Duren making plays for Detroit(28:25) - Knicks offensive struggles without Brunson(32:20) - Should Bucks trade Giannis?(46:55) - Cavs-Pacers thoughts & predictionsSubscribe to the The Big Number on your favorite podcast app:
Listen to The Grand Slam Podcast Ep.99 MoneyMaker Chris and Jay Giles recap the latest in MLB news, MLB standings, spotlight the New York Yankees Superstar Aaron Judge and much more.You don't want to miss this episode.
Mike Tyson's famous aphorism is true for golf as well: everyone has a plan until he's punched in the face. And a round of golf will punch you in the face. When you find trouble during your round, how do you avoid those round-destroying blow-up scores? In this episode, Mark, Lou, and Greg bring three tips for minimizing the damage. They talk about strategy, the skill of hitting recovery shots, keeping your eyes open for smart routes to the hole, and getting the driver under control. You know it: posting better scores is more a matter of reducing bag numbers than it is bagging more birdies. This episode will help you do exactly that. Where to find us: Mark Crossfield's weekly newsletter: https://www.crossfieldgolf.com/subscribe Mark Crossfield on Twitter: https://twitter.com/4golfonline Mark Crossfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/4golfonline Lou Stagner's weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.loustagnergolf.com/subscribe Lou Stagner on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LouStagner Greg Chalmers on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GregChalmersPGA The Hack It Out Golf Podcast on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HackItOutGolf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's episode of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine dug up the data that proves Luka Doncic is LeBron James' greatest teammate of all-time. Sorry Dwyane Wade, our bad Kyrie Irving, apologies Anthony Davis -- Tom and Dan have the data that shows why #77 on the purple and gold gets this honor. But is Head Coach JJ Redick putting too much on the shoulders of his newcomer? And what does Anthony Edwards need to do offensively to break out in this series as it shifts back to Minnesota?Plus, Jayson Tatum has been Mr. Durability for the Boston Celtics for nearly a decade now, but this latest wrist injury has Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine concerned.(3:05) The Big Number: Luka's points in playoffs(11:18) Luka's minutes on the bench(15:30) Minnesota wide-open 3-pointers vs. LAL(19:35) Gobert impact on Wolves defensive rating(23:16) Edwards pick-n-roll points per possession(27:30) Jayson Tatum doubtful for Game 2 vs. Magic
Live at 2pm PT, today's episode of "Tesla Earnings Day!!" is all about high-impact moves and massive headlines. We'll dive into the latest earnings report from Tesla, a core member of the Magnificent 7, and what the numbers say about the company's future in an increasingly competitive EV market. Plus, we'll unpack today's rollercoaster volatility and the broad market rally fueled by positive trade sentiment from Scott Bessent regarding U.S.-China relations.
Join Tom Haberstroh and Henry Abbott, of TrueHoop.com, as they delve into the intricacies of the current NBA injury crisis. Henry shares insights from his upcoming book, "Ballistic: The New Science of Injury-Free Athletic Performance," exploring the alarming injury rate in the NBA and the world at large.The two talk about how biomechanics, particularly the role of hips, are pivotal for athletes to achieve peak performance and longevity. Abbott shares his experiences with Dr. Marcus Elliott and the Peak Performance Project (P3) and emphasizes that injuries are not inevitable but avoidable with the proper prevention care.(0:41) Henry Abbott joins the show(2:26) The Big Number: 6,000 NBA games missed due to injury(17:46) Little Number: 72% decrease in heart disease deaths(20:46) Little Number: 11,000 newtons of force(28:00) Little Number: 300% increase in chances of back pain(32:52) Little Number: $45 million Suns performance facility(40:26) How to prevent injuries now & in the future(43:20) P3 breathing exercise
Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine unravel how the Denver Nuggets got to the point this week where they felt it necessary to totally clean house. On this new episode of The Big Number, Tom uncorks a jawdropping stat about the total lack of help Nikola Jokic got this season from his coaches, his front office and his teammates. Dan and Tom see the writing on the wall, and why a MASSIVE trade (or two) could be coming this summer. Plus, where the team goes from here as they search for their new HC and GM.Later, Tom and Dan are joined by Portland Trail Blazers star Toumani Camara, who reflects on his growth as a player, ranking second in the NBA for defensive stops and embracing his role with the Blazers, where he excels in guarding top players and taking charges.(00:45) - Were the Nuggets right to fire Michael Malone?(15:30) - Conference finals teams need good defenses(21:50) - Denver's concerning dependence on Jokic(26:20) - Lack of production from Denver's young core(31:55) - Murray, Porter Jr. and Gordon's HUGE contracts(39:15) - Toumani Camara joins the show! Subscribe to the The Big Number on your favorite podcast app:
On this episode of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine break down Ja Morant's unique, disturbing decline in PPG the last 3 years. Could Ja actually be past his prime already? The chaos of this season for the Memphis Grizzlies, which has seen the firing of HC Taylor Jenkins, may have culminated on Tuesday when Ja Morant seemed to do yet another "gun" gesture that the NBA is now investigating, too. Speaking of Western Conference contenders, the Thursday night tilt between the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors is also previewed in full on this must-watch edition of The Big Number.(00:55) - The Big Number: Ja Morant's declining PPG(17:20) - Grizzlies using Ja less in pick-and-roll(22:25) - Ja has missed over half of Grizzlies' regular season games since 2021(25:50) - Grizzlies defensive struggles in 2025(30:20) - Grizzlies can't beat good teams?(34:10) - Warriors vs. Lakers previewSubscribe to the The Big Number on your favorite podcast app: