Podcasts about Cleveland Cavaliers

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Cavs vs. Knicks. Why won't JLR put cameras in his house? TSA announces that you can now fly with marijuana. Woman placed under digital arrest for eight hours. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Work-Boot Wednesday on The Coach JB Show with Big Smitty as Super Bowl Champion Shaun King joins the show to react to the Knicks WIN vs. Cavs last night, Rashee Rice being Jailed for 30 Days for Probation Violation, and more! You don't wanna miss this WORK-BOOT Wednesday on The REALEST Show On Planet ERF! Like, Comment, and Subscribe! The Coach JB Show with Big Smitty is the realest sports show on Planet ERF! We discuss what other talk shows & debate shows refuse to discuss! We are LIVE 3 hours a day from 6-9am pacific with the realest guests on Planet ERF! Coach Jason Brown is the star of the hit Netflix series "Last Chance U", master motivator, and legendary JUCO football coach!! Darnell Smith Fox Sports very own, Ball State Alum, and Nap towns finest! Merciless Monday | Talk that Talk Tuesday | Work-Boot Wednesday | Truth Telling Thursday | Free Game Friday Live M-F 6am-9am PST. Subscribe and become a member today, $2.99 for general membership or $5.99 to join Slap Nation and get access to the exclusive Coach's Crew group Chat!! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Happy 1st Friday Edition of the Program!! That was an All-Time Collapse from the Cavs last night. Hear from Kenny Atkinson on it. Ryan Day says that a 24 Team Playoff may not be best for Ohio State. Iowa State's AD wants to break away from the Big Ten and SEC. Old School Beers that aren't popular like they used to be. Scoonie Penn, ESPN's Jake Trotter, What's Up, Higher or Lower, Thing or Not a Thing, #HeyGuys, Your Officially Endorsed and 3 Things

The Cleveland Cavaliers punched their ticket to the Eastern Conference Finals with a dominant 125–94 Game 7 win over the Detroit Pistons. Now that Detroit’s season is over, did they overachieve or underachieve? And what should the Pistons do this offseason to take the next step? We also preview the Eastern Conference Finals and make our picks for who will represent the East in the NBA Finals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday Hour 1: Danhausen curses the Cavs, Aaron Rodgers' farewell tour, Travis Hines on Iowa State & Colorado lines up against Vegas

Wild collapse by the Cavs as the Knicks come back to take Game 1 + Jason Kidd is out of a job.

Opie returns from a weekend in Boston with a massive reality check on American history. Did you know Paul Revere's "midnight ride" actually involved 38 other people and remained a secret for nearly a century? Or that Sam Adams was a failing businessman who had nothing to do with brewing the beer that bears his name? We dive into Opie's visits to the graves of Hancock and Adams, plus the hilarious "clown car" cab moment in Boston. Back in New York, Ron the Waiter reports on the raw madness of the city: another horse and carriage running wild in the streets and the unbelievable, tragic story of a woman who perished after stepping into a manhole. Plus: The LIRR strike is finally over, the Knicks prep for the Cavs, and we discuss why "Giants" are taking over the NBA.

Happy Tuesday Edition of the Program!! Ries is back and we will hear about his time at Sonic Temple and we'll get into nostalgia with music. Last night was AWESOME and we are Jealous. The Cavs and Knicks get underway tonight in the Eastern Conference Finals. Juni Mobley Jr is officially back for the Buckeyes. The Brendan Sorsby situation continues to evolve. Bill Belichick speaks on the final season in Cleveland. We get into teams that moved that never should have happened. Browns and Bengals OTA's. Tuesday's With Tiberi, What's Up, The Real Truth, Thing or Not a Thing and 3 Things

Vinnie Dombroski of Sponge joins us, Eli Zaret in studio with a Pistons post-mortem, Rolling Stone's Greatest Punk Albums, Jason Biggs gets hot & dumps wife, and Meghan Markle delivers an AI speech in Geneva. Eli Zaret drops by the studio to recap the Detroit Pistons Game 7 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, Netflix steals TNF, hot takes on Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano, discuss the floundering Detroit Tigers, preview the Detroit Lions 2026 season schedule, Tom Brady's modeling career, the WNBA's odd marketing strategy of eliminating Caitlin Clark, Cal Raleigh's superstitions, and more. Trudi Jasina's into the show. Mojo in the Morning had to be educated by Bark Nation over a joke. There is still time to donate to Thomas Markle. Jason Biggs and his wife have divorced… because he lost weight. Pete Davidson is an absentee father and terrible with money. Brad Pitt's children hate him and won't use his last name. Rolling Stone with their list of The 100 Greatest Punk Albums of All Time. Luigi Mangione has some evidence scrubbed in his case. Chicks still dig him. Wade Wilson, the Deadpool Killer, thinks he's hot. Every prison inmate in California needs an iPad. Zach Galifianakis tends to a garden these days. Vinnie Dombroski and Sponge will be rocking Rock & Brews in Royal Oak on THURSDAY, 5/21. Vinnie joins us using technology. Meghan Markle blabbed away in Geneva, Switzerland to 40 people. People Magazine continues to shill for that beast. RIP Mark Fuhrman. Eddie Kramer and Rick Beato collab. We remember the great Red's Tube Bar calls. Merch is for sale! Buy it. Or don't. But do. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew Lane, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley, BranDon, and Roberto).

Jared and Mo are back, we got into the Cavs game seven win over Detroit which led us to the Pistons' questions this offseason. Then hit on the Cavs-Knicks Eastern Conference Finals preview, talked briefly about the Wolves press conferences, then it was time for another Spurs-Thunder Western Conference preview plus SGA winning another MVP award.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to the Cavs beating the Pistons in Game 7 and SGA wins MVP. Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 00:00 - Introduction04:30 - Cavs beat Pistons35:23 - SGA won his second consecutive NBA MVP award (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(0:52) — SUBWAY SERIES: Tyrone Taylor's three-run homer powers the Mets to a series win over the Yankees in the opening leg of the Subway Series. (15:23) — KNICKS: The Knicks will face the Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference Finals; JJ gives his predictions for the series. (21:28) — CALLS: Callers talk about the Yankees. (32:08) — CHRIS GABRIELE: Friend of the Show, Chris Gabriele recaps his journey to earning a spot in the PGA Championship and playing against the best golfers in the world. We want to hear your thoughts! Call the listener line at 917-382-1151 and share your message for JJ. Subscribe to NYNY's YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@NewYorkNewYorkwJJ. Follow JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/john_jastremski. Follow ‘NYNY' on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nynywjj/ Host: John Jastremski Guest: Chris Gabriele Music: Frontier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Live Bet Sunday, Dustin Swedelson live updates game 7 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Detroit Pistons. He also covers some live MLB games. Plus, Jonathan Davis joins the show to talk about the NHL playoffs and previews game 7 between the Montreal Canadiens and Buffalo Sabres tomorrow night. Get instant access to expert picks, public betting splits data, and pro betting tools when you join VSiN Pro. You can take 17% off an annual subscription when you use promo code: POD26. Click Here to get started. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Live Bet Sunday, Dustin Swedelson analyzes the Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Detroit Pistons game, discussing player performances, betting strategies, and key stats as the playoffs heat up. Nick Whalen also joins the show to talk about the NBA playoffs. Get instant access to expert picks, public betting splits data, and pro betting tools when you join VSiN Pro. You can take 17% off an annual subscription when you use promo code: POD26. Click Here to get started. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode Mike and Jason discuss the Cavs' destruction of the Pistons in Game 7 in Detroit. Next, they look ahead to the Knicks-Cavs Eastern Conference Finals before breaking down the Thunder-Spurs series out West.Visit our Sponsors!Give With HoopsGive With Hoops is a groundbreaking initiative that fuses basketball analytics with modern sponsorship. Built for teams who see data as opportunity, from AAU programs to college powerhouses. By tying on-court performance directly to community and sponsor engagement, Give With Hoops help programs raise more while deepening support from those who believe in the game.D3 Direct Recruiting PlaybookHoop Heads Listeners currently get 25% off!Your step-by-step guide to getting recruited as a college athlete at the NCAA Division 3 level. This course is designed by former D3 Athletes to take you from zero interest from college coaches to securing your first offer and putting you on the path to committing.The Coaching PortfolioYour first impression is everything when applying for a new coaching job. A professional coaching portfolio is the tool that highlights your coaching achievements and philosophies and, most of all, helps separate you and your abilities from the other applicants. Special Price of just $25 for all Hoop Heads Listeners.Wealth4CoachesEmpowering athletic coaches with financial education, strategic planning, and practical tools to build lasting wealth—on and off the court.If you listen to and love the Hoop Heads Podcast, please consider giving us a small tip that will help in our quest to become the #1 basketball coaching podcast. https://hoop-heads.captivate.fm/supportTwitter/X Podcast - @hoopheadspodMike - @hdstarthoopsJason - @jsunkleInstagram@hoopheadspodFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/hoopheadspod/YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDoVTtvpgwwOVL4QVswqMLQ

Mark Willard and former NFL tackle Ephraim Salaam open this week's show reacting to the news that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has won his second-straight NBA MVP award... Willard explains why he would have easily given it to Victor Wembanyama over him. The guys also react in real time to game 7 of the Pistons vs. Cavaliers series throughout the show. They set the stage for the Western Conference Finals between the Thunder and Spurs, debating whether San Antonio has a shot at defeating OKC. They also debate whether Anthony Edwards was wrong for congratulating the whole Spurs team on winning the series with 8 minutes still to play. Later, the guys talk about Aaron Rodgers finally re-signing with the Steelers on a one-year deal. Plus, more fun with this week's edition of "Three Things".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Monday Edition of The Program!! The Cavs win and advance in Game 7 to the Eastern Conference Finals. Could we ever have a new Horseshoe and will attending games in person go to the wayside? Is the Big Ten making a mistake with the 24 Team Playoff? Three Things, Weekend Blitz, PGA Championship, and more on this episode of Bishop & Friends.

The Conference finals are set! Cavs survive behind a monster Mitchell game and SGA takes down his 2nd consecutive MVP.

Hour 2: The Knicks are too much for the Cavs and could make quick work of them. Familiar Yankees warts are showing but they can, and must, be corrected before October.

The Cavs ADVANCE, and "Game 7 Jarrett Allen" is now officially a thing.  Gone is the "Donovan has never been out of the 2nd round" narrative.  Gone is the "bigs are soft" narrative.  Bob Schmidt, on the eve of the prodigal son's arrival, is here to celebrate advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals to take on the New York Knicks.  

Buck Reising and Bridget Condon (in for Jason Fitz) open the show with their biggest reactions and takeaways from the NFL schedule release! With the hardest schedule of any team in the league, could the Bears really end up missing the playoffs after such a strong first year under Ben Johnson? Then they discuss recent comments from Deion Sanders about Shedeur's NFL career so far. They also get into the NBA Playoffs, reacting to sweeps by the Thunder and Knicks, a series win for the Spurs, and setting the stage for game 7 of the Pistons vs. Cavs series. Plus, closing out the show reacting live to the news that Aaron Rodgers has finally signed a one-year deal with the Steelers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Plank starts off the show discussing the NBA Playoffs briefly and why the champion will come from the Western Conference before going into the Jake Paul led MMA event with Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano. The main card lasted 17 seconds and the promotion for the card was "disgusting" in Plank's view. Next, Chris discusses LeBron James and where he may play next season. Is there still interest around the league for James? Could he retire and not even play next season? Chris discusses that before going into why Giannis Antetokounmpo will be traded this offseason and possible destinations for him. Could the Lakers or Timberwolves trade for him in hopes to compete in the Western Conference with OKC and San Antonio. Next, Chris talks about the NFL schedule releases getting old before going into a preview of Thunder vs. Spurs and Cavs. vs. Pistons Game 7. Chris finishes the show discussing the PGA Tour, Deion Sanders, and Lane Kiffin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon Sharpe, Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson, and Joe Johnson react to Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons forcing a Game 7 against the Cleveland Cavaliers, raising the question that nobody in Cleveland wants to answer — are Donovan Mitchell and James Harden about to choke in the playoffs again? The guys also give their instant reaction to the ongoing battle between Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs against Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NIGHTCAP 00:00 - Introduction07:07 - Spurs eliminate Timberwolves to advance to WCF45:19 - Pistons defeat Cavs to force Game 7 clash (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken is back from vacation, and he's fired up about the Cavaliers' wild reversal in the NBA playoffs. Ken and Anthony explore the Cavs' improbable comeback against the rival Pistons, including J.B. Bickerstaff complaining about the officiating after his team's collapse in Game 5, as well as what sports talk radio hosts in Detroit were saying after the game. Plus, they examine Max Strus' dreamy good looks, how Todd Monken's age may impact whether Shedeur Sanders will get a fair shot at QB1, and why Taylen Green is the Browns' most intriguing rookie.

LaVar & Plax are joined by NBA insider Cuffs The Legend to talk about the Western Conference Finals, Game 7 between the Cavs and the Pistons, who the Knicks matchup better with, another edition of Lightning Round, and more! #2pros #fsrweekendsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fear the 'Fro is back, trying to keep it together, after a very difficult loss in Game 6 puts the Cavs on the brink.  This Sunday, they'll win or they'll go home.  Bob Schmidt soaks in the misery with the Cavaliers faithful.

There is an update with Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell. He is expected to get surgery due to loose bodies in his system. How is the Dodgers bullpen going to shape up? There are two close out games tonight in the NBA. The Detroit Pistons and the Cleveland Cavaliers, and San Antonio Spurs vs the Minnesota Timberwolves. SHOP TALK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones continue dissecting second round playoff action! The Cleveland Cavaliers and the San Antonio Spurs have taken 3-2 series leads over the Detroit Pistons and Minnesota Timberwolves respectively. The guys discuss what happened in Game 5, what they'll be looking for in Game 6 and 7 (if needed), and give early thoughts on Spurs-Thunder and Cavs-Knicks just in case the Conference Finals start before Tuesday. From there, the guys shift to the WNBA to bounce around! They discuss the Dallas Wings' tough loss to the Minnesota Lynx, the ensuing postgame presser from Wings head coach Jose Fernandez, and the early returns (and growth areas) for the Wings' defense. They also check in on the Los Angeles Sparks, salute the currently-undefeated Chicago Sky and Atlanta Dream, and share the games they're most excited about heading into the weekend. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com (1:53) Cavaliers-Pistons (16:40) Early Cavaliers-Knicks questions (21:08) Spurs-Timberwolves (31:42) Early Spurs-Thunder questions (36:28) Giannis trade candidates (53:33) Dallas Wings (1:08:27) Los Angeles Sparks (1:15:44) Chicago Sky (1:34) Atlanta Dream (1:28:47) Games of the week(end) Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:

Many Knicks fans are asking for the Cavs in the next round. Is that the right move? Plus, The Morning Roast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We break down the Giants and Jets schedules. The Jets play Rob Saleh in Tennessee Week 1, and Brian Daboll's Titans come to MetLife to play the Giants Week 3. Next, we address why walking to MetLife for the World Cup won't be allowed. C-Lo updates us on the Mets beating the Tigers, featuring post-game audio from Juan Soto after he was one of five Mets to homer. We discuss the Pistons on the brink of elimination in Cleveland tonight—whom Clyde Frazier thinks are done—ahead of the Cavs playing at MSG Sunday if they win, note former backup QB Duck Hodges marrying Lainey Wilson, and hear from a caller concerned with C-Mac's self-esteem based on his social media pics.

C-Lo starts with the Mets beating the Tigers as Juan Soto was one of 5 Mets to homer and we heard from him after the game. The Pistons play in Cleveland tonight and are on the brink of elimination. Clyde Frazier thinks the Pistons are done. If Cavs win tonight, they play at MSG Sunday.

(0:40) — SUBWAY SERIES: With the Yankees slumping and the Mets surging, JJ gives his thoughts on the upcoming Subway Series. (16:13) — KNICKS: The Knicks await their Eastern Conference matchup and how they fare against either the Cavs or the Pistons. (29:55) — CALLS: Callers talk about the Yankees and the Knicks. (38:27) — STEFAN BONDY: The NY Post's Stefan Bondy joins the show to discuss how the Knicks are preparing for the Eastern Conference Finals, their postseason run thus far, and how this team stacks up against the historic Knicks teams. We want to hear your thoughts! Call the listener line at 917-382-1151 and share your message for JJ. Subscribe to NYNY's YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@NewYorkNewYorkwJJ. Follow JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/john_jastremski. Follow ‘NYNY' on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nynywjj/ Host: John Jastremski Guest: Stefan Bondy Music: Frontier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima debate whether Todd Monken would receive more head coaching hype if he were younger. They also analyze J.B. Bickerstaff's complaints regarding officiating, the impact of James Harden's landing area fouls, and the skyrocketing ticket prices for Game 6 of the Cavaliers-Pistons series.

Ken and Lima analyze the Cleveland Browns' promotional strategy for the upcoming season, noting that Shedeur Sanders was featured over Deshaun Watson in the schedule release video. They shift to the NBA to debate the officiating in the Cavaliers' series against the Pistons and the toughness narrative surrounding the team. Daryl Ruiter also joins to discuss win total predictions and why the NFL seems to have little faith in Cleveland's roster.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the newly released Browns schedule and the curious inclusion of Shedeur Sanders over Deshaun Watson in the team's promotional video. They also dive into the Cavaliers' playoff intensity and J.B. Bickerstaff's criticism of NBA officiating following a controversial non-call.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima examine the lack of primetime games on the Browns' 2026 schedule and what it says about the league's view of Shedeur Sanders. They also discuss the Cavaliers' pivotal Game 6 against the Pistons and the shifting expectations for the team's playoff run. Daryl Ruiter joins to provide his outlook on the Browns' upcoming season and the quarterback competition.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima debate the urgency required for the Cavaliers to close out their series against the Detroit Pistons. They analyze the impact of Koby Altman's trade for James Harden and address the swirling NFL rumors regarding Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini.

Ken makes the unfiltered case that the James Harden trade was the only move the Cavs could have made given the roster's salary constraints, depleted draft capital, and Darius Garland's depressed trade value — and anyone still calling it a mistake isn't watching the games. The bigger honest admission is that this window is likely two years max before the roster gets broken up, which makes tonight's Game 6 and whatever comes after it feel genuinely urgent in a way Cleveland fans haven't experienced since LeBron was here. With Harden holding Detroit to 37.5 percent shooting while carrying the offensive load for 43 minutes in Game 5, the trust debate is shifting — but Ken isn't pretending the squeamishness disappears completely when a must-win game six is on the line.

Ken and Lima push back on the growing frustration with the Cavs' sloppy stretches, making the case that fans are holding this roster to an unfair standard built during the LeBron era when a Finals trip felt like a birthright rather than something you had to scratch and claw for. The turnovers aren't laziness — there's cause and effect at play, and when Harden trusts his teammates and Mitchell takes over, the problems largely disappear, which is exactly what happens in Game 5. The bigger picture is that this team is actually getting better as the playoffs go on, the Toronto series hardened them, and with the Knicks waiting and a brutal 3-games-in-5-days schedule looming, Cleveland fans need to appreciate what they have instead of wishing it looked like something from eight years ago.

Daryl Ruiter joins Ken and Lima with a bolder Browns record prediction than anyone in the room, landing at 8-9 while breaking down why the national media is sleeping on a schedule full of winnable games and a roster that's quietly better than its reputation. The Shedeur video debate gets a Daryl Ruiter stamp of approval — he isn't calling it proof the kid starts, but he's adamant the Browns don't put anything out by accident, and ownership clearly wants Sanders to win the job even if Monken makes the final call. On the Cavs side, Daryl is pumping the brakes on the celebration, warning that the turnovers are still a problem and tonight's Game 6 is a must-close situation — because nobody wants to find out what happens if this series goes back to Detroit.

Ken and Lima dug into the full James Harden experience — the flopping, the landing area manipulation, the love-hate relationship every fan base goes through — and landed on the uncomfortable truth that when he's working for you, it's one of the most satisfying things in basketball, even if the rest of the league is fuming about it. Former Cavalier Danny Green broke down exactly why Harden is such a perfect fit for this roster, while Lewis Riddick's angry tweet became a jumping-off point for why Harden's style will always divide people no matter what city he's in. With JB Bickerstaff still whining about calls and Detroit's profile as the NBA's most fouling team backfiring spectacularly, Ken and Lima made the case that Cleveland isn't just winning this series — they're winning it in the most aggravating way possible for everyone outside Northeast Ohio.

The NBA's two-minute report vindicated the officials in Game 5, ruling the controversial late-game non-call on Jarrett Allen a legal play — and Ken and Lima used it to torch JB Bickerstaff and the Pistons for their post-game whining. The irony wasn't lost on anyone that Detroit, a franchise built entirely on the identity of being the toughest, most physical team in basketball history, was the one crying foul over incidental contact while the Cavs were busy out-muscling them all series long. With common sense prevailing and the report backing up Tony Brothers, the bigger story became how badly the Pistons' complaints exposed their own identity crisis heading into a must-win Game 6 situation on the road in Cleveland.

Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are here right after the Cavs win their first game on the road this postseason and take a 3-2 lead over the Pistons. Then, they talk about Dylan Harper's breakout and what they think the ceiling is for his career. They wrap up with some of Kyle's observations from the NBA combine. (00:00) Intro (4:00) Fan Duel ad break (4:39) Cavs-Pistons (28:14) Fan Duel ad break (29:07) Amazon Prime ad break (29:39) Dylan Harper (52:21) Kyle's combine observations Check out Rob's article on Dylan Harper here: https://www.theringer.com/2026/05/13/nba/dylan-harper-san-antonio-spurs-rookie-playoffs Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle MannProducers: Victoria Valencia and Isaiah BlakelyProduction Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor NevinsAdditional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Order and it will come. Like today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this Thursday edition of 2 Pros & A Cup Of Joe, Jonas Knox, Brady Quinn, & LaVar Arrington recap the NBA Playoffs with the Cavaliers going up 3-2 against the Pistons. Plus, the guys make their PGA Championship picks, we have a Brady Quinn story, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Hour 3 of the show, Jonas Knox, Brady Quinn, & LaVar Arrington chat with Albert Breer on all things NFL. Plus, the guys have our Pro of the week, the meaning of the word double barrel action, NBA Playoff rehash for the Cavs, and more!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First Take begins with STRAIGHT ROBBERY! An all-time classic game 5 between the Cavs and Pistons marred by a late 4th quarter no-call on Ausar Thompson. Harden dropped 30, Cade fell asleep during OT, Mt. Mobley grows taller by the day! (0:00) Then, have the Lakers taken LeBron for granted? (24:10) Next, Steve Sarkisian is accusing SEC schools of not being academically inclined, especially when it comes to student athletes... Is he right? (41:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take resumes with Knicks fans! Should they want the Cavs to wrap it up in Cleveland, or Detroit to push it to a winner take all game 7? (0:00) Then, HOFer Lisa Leslie joins the show! (12:30) Next, should the Lakers focus on appeasing LeBron or Luka? (25:20) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices