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In this episode, we review every game in the Conference Finals of the MLS Cup Playoffs, and give our predictions for MLS Cup Final! Will Messi or Muller Prevail?!Recorded on: 12/5/25#MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #lionelmessi #minnesotaunited #mnufc #legionofloons #cfmtl #cfmontreal #nashvillesc #everyonen #newenglandrevolution #nerevs #newyorkredbulls #rbny #NYCFC #newyorkcity #orlandocity #orlandocitysc #philadelphiaunion #DOOP #portlandtimbers #RCTID #RSL #realsaltlake #sanjoseearthquakes #quakes74 #seattlesounders #sounders #stlouiscity #STL #allforcity #TFCLive #torontofc #vancouverwhitecaps #VWFC #USL #uslchampionship #mlsseasonpass #AppleTV #USMNT #GoldCup #WorldCup #LeaguesCup 0:00 - Scarf of the Week3:35 - Pre Draw Ceremony15:15 - USMNT Group23:09 - Other Group ThoughtsSend any emails with questions or comments to: thedppod@gmail.comFollow the Pod on Social Media! Website: https://thedppod.buzzsprout.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDPPod1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designated_players_podcast_/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDPPodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedppodHave a thought, comment, question, or suggestion? Send us a message and let us know!Support the show

Send us a textThe Journeymen are back, breaking down the Conference Finals and firing off some hot predictions for MLS Cup!

Jordan and Logan are back to discuss the Conference Finals and look ahead to MLS Cup. They also touch on the latest news around the league such as Michael Bradley being a finalist for NYRB Head Coaching position, Todd Dunivant hired by NYCFC as their Chief Soccer Officer and much more! Follow the show: Twitter: @statesideshow Instagram: @statesideshow Facebook.com/Statesideshow Youtube: youtube.com/@statesideshow Email: statesideshow@gmail.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/statesideshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Russell, Beau, and Gavin recap the 2025 MLS Playoffs Conference FinalsTimestamps00:00 Intro04:59 MLS Playoffs Overview07:40 Miami's Playoff Performance16:34 Vancouver vs. San Diego Match Analysis19:22 Vancouver's Team Depth and Performance22:16 Coaching Talent in MLS28:30 Vancouver's Tactical Approach Against San Diego30:44 The Effectiveness of Pressing in Soccer32:48 Midfield Mastery: The Role of Andres Cubas34:30 Vancouver's Cinderella Story in MLS35:35 Predicting the MLS Cup Winner42:32 Discussion on Conference Changes in MLS50:03 Concerns Over Travel and Player Fatigue

Dion, Mitch and Nate share their early season ballots for the All-NBA teams after the first full month of NBA action, before eliminating the next team from Conference Finals contention. Thanks for listening!

Sunday, November 30: MLS Kickin It Conference Finals Scores by FiredUp Network

Jason Longshore breaks down an absolutely massive Saturday across the global game. In MLS, both Conference Finals take center stage as Inter Miami — powered by Lionel Messi's historic postseason form — host underdog NYCFC, while San Diego FC's dream expansion run meets Vancouver's magical season out West. We dig into the key storylines, injury questions, tactical turning points, and the defining players who could send their clubs to MLS Cup.Then it's off to South America, where the Copa Libertadores final delivers a true heavyweight bout: Flamengo vs Palmeiras in Lima. Two Brazilian superpowers, two contrasting paths, and one trophy that may define the decade in CONMEBOL.Plus: the UEFA Women's Nations League final kicks off, Europe's giants face rising pressure, and Arsenal–Chelsea headlines a huge Premier League weekend. Serie A title contenders clash, Liverpool try to steady the ship, and the latest from Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Bayern fills out a packed global rundown.It's your Friday Morning Espresso — MLS, Libertadores, Europe, South America, and everything in between. The game never stops — and neither do we.

Sounder at Heart/Pulso Sports Niko Moreno drops by SDH AM to talk about the round of 8 in MLS playoffs- surprises and advances- and previews the conference finalsWe also discuss roster decisions made while the segment was going on in New York and DC- talking about Seattle's questions heading into 2026

Welcome back to another episode of the Third Sub Podcast!In this episode, Alex and Sam are back, as usual, this time to chat about all things Vancouver Whitecaps.To help them do that, however, they're joined by fellow Third Sub contributor, Kian Gadsby, who helps break down the Whitecaps' wild penalty shootout victory over LAFC in the Western Conference Semi-Finals of the 2025 MLS Cup playoffs. Now, a date with San Diego FC awaits in the Conference Finals, where the Whitecaps will look to book their spot in the MLS Cup final for the first time.While this is new territory for all involved with the Whitecaps, this is an especially unique opportunity for Kian, who began following the Whitecaps while living in the United Kingdom, giving him a different perspective on this team and journey.He shares what this whole experience has been like, having only come to Vancouver for the first time this fall, sharing how he's felt things have compared to what he's used to in the UK. In particular, he dives into some of his experiences at BC Place, including this LAFC match, sharing some interesting anecdotes about his experience.Lastly, to end the show, Alex and Sam empty the notebook from the LAFC game, before previewing what they expect in San Diego, as the Whitecaps battle to reach their first MLS Cup final.Can the Whitecaps keep this magical run going? Or will their journey be destined to end at the hands of an expansion side? They'll find out on Saturday.Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_.

Send us a textThe Journeymen are back with an episode you'll be thankful for just in time for Thanksgiving. The guys react to the MLS Conference Semifinals and look ahead to Saturday's Conference Finals. Tune in for some hot takes, laughs, and even a bit of tactics.

Jordan is on his own this week for the holiday and discusses the changes to the MLS Calendar, MLS adding divisions, and Apple TV being the new home for MLS without having a separate sub for MLS Season Pass. Then he discusses the results for the Conference Semi Finals and look ahead to the Conference Finals.  Follow the show: Twitter: @statesideshow Instagram: @statesideshow Facebook.com/Statesideshow Youtube: youtube.com/@statesideshow Email: statesideshow@gmail.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/statesideshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textOn this episode of the MLS Aces Podcast, Tom & Jason chat through all things:-Wilfried Nancy departing the Columbus Crew for Celtic FC-Recap Vancouver Whitecaps vs LAFC in one of the Western Conference Semifinal games-Recap FC Cincinnati vs Inter Miami in the 1st Eastern Conference Semifinal game-Recap Philadelphia Union vs NYCFC in the 2nd Eastern Conference Semifinal game-Recap San Diego FC vs Minnesota United in the other Western Conference Semifinal game-Preview the Western Conference Final of San Diego FC hosting the Vancouver Whitecaps-Then previewing the Eastern Conference Final of Inter Miami hosting New York City FC-And much more!Make sure to follow us on all platforms below:Twitter: @MLSAces, @TomSweez @JasonVevangBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mlsaces.bsky.socialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57HyLwm_4KESpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fm8aU6lSzwSFIfotfpldh?si=3a2afac5cd624073&nd=1&dlsi=6515bdde8a6f4d27Support the show

Today's show covers a full slate of Miami sports and national headlines. Around the NFL, the guys recap Sunday's action, injuries, team drama, and off-field stories, including Bill Belichick's awkward family situation. Miami Hurricanes head coach Mario Cristobal joins to recap the win over Virginia Tech, praise standouts like Akheem Mesidor, and preview the must-win finale against Pitt to keep playoff hopes alive. Omar Kelly breaks down the Dolphins' season, Mike McDaniel's future, Tua Tagovailoa's role, and the team's decision-making, while the Heat continue their hot start and welcome Tyler Herro back from injury tonight. The show also examines Canes standouts and draft prospects, highlights the College Football Playoff outlook, and celebrates Inter Miami advancing to the Conference Final behind Lionel Messi's brilliance late in his career.

The hour highlights Miami Hurricanes standouts, including Akheem Mesidor and Ruben Bain, and examines their impact as the Canes navigate the remainder of the season. The conversation expands Around College Football, discussing whether Miami could struggle in cold-weather games, while noting that Dan Marino never had that issue. The segment wraps with a look at which Canes players are likely to be drafted. The hour also covers Inter Miami's advance to the Conference Final, led by a brilliant performance from Lionel Messi, who continues to shine late in his career and remind the world why he's considered one of the greatest soccer players ever.

Inter Miami advances to the Conference Final, led by a brilliant performance from Lionel Messi. Even late in his career, Messi continues to shine, reminding the world why he's considered one of the greatest soccer players ever.

Dion, Mitch and Nate debate the top 25 players currently under the age of 25, before introducing a new segment where they eliminate teams from Conference Finals contention. Thanks for listening!

Today we finish with part 10 of a 10-part series at Once Upon a Dribble!During the 2022 playoffs the NBA began awarding MVP awards to the best performing player of each conference finals: the Larry Bird Eastern Conference Finals Most Valuable Player Award and the Magic Johnson Western Conference Finals Most Valuable Player Award, named for the two players credited for building the league up to greater popularity in the 1980s. This begs the question, with the award just being handed out for the first time last season, who are the deserving winners from the previous 50+ years of NBA history? Find out today as Josh tackles the Western Conference in the 2010s!2010: Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns - Kobe Bryant (02:49)2011: Dallas Mavericks vs Oklahoma City Thunder - Dirk Nowitzki (09:13)2012: Oklahoma City Thunder vs San Antonio Spurs - Kevin Durant (14:22)2013: Memphis Grizzlies vs San Antonio Spurs - Tony Parker (20:01)2014: Oklahoma City Thunder vs San Antonio Spurs - Tim Duncan (25:12)2015: Golden State Warriors vs Houston Rockets - Stephen Curry (30:51)2016: Golden State Warriors vs Oklahoma City Thunder - Stephen Curry (36:34)2017: Golden State Warriors vs San Antoni Spurs - Stephen Curry (41:54)2018: Golden State Warriors vs Houston Rockets - Kevin Durant (48:16)2019: Golden State Warriors vs Portland Trail Blazers - Stephen Curry (54:16)2020: Denver Nuggets vs Los Angeles Lakers - LeBron James (01:00:01)2021: Los Angeles Clippers vs Phoenix Suns - Chris Paul (01:09:53)Recap/Outro: (01:16:27)Thank you all who enjoyed and listened to this series!

It's a busy Tuesday Thoughts on SDH AM covering a lot of ground...Kacey White drops by to talk about the ACC title game this past weekend and the NWSL opening round- where a big favorite is watching now...We keep an eye on the U17 group stage match with Czechia to close the group stage for the USYNTThe USL Show's Kaylor Hodges drops by to talk everything USL Championship as we now are at Conference Finals and the USL League One final plus all the AM news to start your day!

Connor and Wade are back to tee up the 117th Yates Cup! Later in the show he pair discuss the OUA Awards and the rest of the finals matchups from around the province!Subscribe, review and tell a friend to help us bring you even more Canadian football content.

In this episode of the Warner Brothas Podcast, the hosts dive deep into their predictions for the upcoming NBA season, discussing potential conference finals matchups, key players to watch, and their picks for various awards including MVP and Most Improved Player. The conversation is lively and filled with insights on team dynamics, player performances, and the overall landscape of the NBA.   00:00 NBA Season Kickoff and Apologies 00:38 Conference Finals & Finals Predictions 21:17 Speed Round: NBA Awards Predictions 45:08 Bold Predictions & Final Thoughts   FOLLOW THE BROTHAS ON Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/warnerbrothaspodcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarnerbrothaspodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/warnerbrothaspodcast X - https://x.com/warnerbrospod YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thewarnerbrothaspodcast

What is the bar the Wolves must clear this year to consider the season a success? Chad talks hoops and what he thinks the team needs to prove as they open the season tonight.

Jon Krawczynski of the Athletic and the Jon Krawczynski Show is our guest to look ahead to the Wolves' season as they look to build on back to back Conference Finals runs. How much will they miss NAW, and which of the young guys can step up? 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! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a 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.

In this Summer Coolers edition of NHL Wraparound, hosts Neil Smith and Vic Morren dive deep into the state of the Dallas Stars, a team that continues to knock on the door but can't quite break it down. After a heartbreaking third straight Conference Final loss, the Stars made a surprising offseason move—replacing head coach Peter DeBoer with Glen Gulutzan, signaling a reset without dismantling their core.Dallas finished the 2024–25 regular season with 102 points and were one of the West's most dangerous teams on paper. But after a Game 1 offensive outburst against Edmonton in the Conference Final, the Stars' scoring completely dried up. That collapse has left major questions about leadership, playoff preparedness, and whether the window to win with Jamie Benn, Tyler Seguin, and Matt Duchene is beginning to close.The episode covers offseason moves, the state of the blue line, the future of Jake Oettinger, and why the new coach might finally be what pushes this veteran-heavy team to the next level.IN THIS EPISODE:[00:00] Dallas Stars 2024–25 recap: Another deep run, same ending[00:38] Jim Nill wins GM of the Year again—but makes a major change[01:00] Glen Gulutzan replaces Peter DeBoer: Why now?[02:00] Veteran core aging: Benn, Seguin, Duchene[03:00] Free agent re-signings: Duchene, Benn, Blackwell, Bork, Lundkvist[03:45] Offseason additions: RFA Rodak Faksa returns, Nathan Bastian signs[04:15] Key departures: Mason Marchment, Matt Dumba, Cody Ceci[05:00] Offensive depth: Still dangerous despite losses[05:45] Defensive pairings: Heiskanen, Lindell, Harley, Laaksonen, Burns[06:00] Goaltending: Oettinger & DeSmith remain the tandem[07:00] Miro Heiskanen's return and Brent Burns' arrival[08:00] Rantanen's revenge against Colorado: A defining moment[09:00] Why the scoring collapsed vs. Edmonton[10:00] Was DeBoer's message stale? Can Gulutzan change the tone?[11:00] Final thoughts: The Stars are a contender—but for how much longer?KEY TAKEAWAYS:The window is closing: Benn, Seguin, and Duchene are aging, and the opportunity to win with this core is narrowing.Jim Nill's bold coaching change to bring back Glen Gulutzan—whom he originally let go—shows humility and a desire to fix culture from the top down.Scoring vanished in the Conference Final, and questions remain about why so many top-tier players underperformed.Jake Oettinger is still one of the league's top young goaltenders, but he'll need to carry the load again in 2025–26.Miro Heiskanen's return to full health, along with the quiet addition of Brent Burns, could be critical for defensive stability.The Central Division is loaded, with Dallas, Winnipeg, and Colorado all battling for top spots—but one of them is destined to go home early, again.RESOURCE LINKS:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgBj1LV0-DMfBhcRPSJZLjAX (Twitter): https://twitter.com/NHLWraparoundNeil Smith: https://twitter.com/NYCNeilVic Morren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vic-morren-7038737/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nhlwraparound/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nhlwraparoundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555451139787#NHL #Hockey #Podcast #DallasStars #GlenGulutzan #PeterDeBoer #JakeOettinger #JimNill #JamieBenn #TylerSeguin #MattDuchene #ColinBlackwell #NilsLundkvist #MavrikBourque #RadekFaksa #NathanBastain #MasonMarchment #MikaelGranlund #CodiCeci #EvgeniiDadonov #MattDumba #RoopeHintz #WyattJohnston #JasonRobertson #MikkoRantanen #SamSteele #OskarBack #MiroHeiskanen #EsaLindell #ThomasHarley #IlyaLyubushkin #LianBichsel #CaseyDeSmith

In this Summer Coolers edition of NHL Wraparound, hosts Neil Smith and Vic Morren break down the Carolina Hurricanes' offseason, their consistent regular season success, and the lingering concerns that have prevented them from reaching the Stanley Cup Final—despite three Conference Final appearances in the last seven years.The Canes finished second in the Metro Division with 99 points in 2024–25 and made quick work of New Jersey and Washington before falling to Florida in five games in the Eastern Conference Final—again.Neil and Vic analyze the team's latest acquisitions, including the high-profile signing of Nikolaj Ehlers from Winnipeg, and the trade for K'Andre Miller from the Rangers. They also examine what's lost with the departures of Brent Burns, Dmitry Orlov, and Scott Morrow, and how the defense corps now leans heavily on Jacob Slavin, Alexander Nikishin, and Jalen Chatfield.The episode also features a fascinating side story: Rod Brind'Amour's son Skyler Brind'Amour and Keith Primeau's son Caden Primeau are now teammates—23 years after their fathers were traded for each other.IN THIS EPISODE:[00:00] Summer Coolers intro: Carolina Hurricanes outlook[00:36] 2024–25 season recap: Regular season strong, playoffs stalled[01:10] Forwards set: Ehlers, Aho, Jarvis, Svechnikov, Blake, Martinook[02:00] Defense changes: Miller in, Burns, Orlov, and Morrow out[03:00] K'Andre Miller's fit and the high cost of acquisition[03:43] Goaltending concerns: Freddie Andersen, Pyotr Kochetkov, Caden Primeau[05:00] Re-signings and RFA updates: Suzuki, Skyler Brind'Amour, Stan Coven[06:00] The Brind'Amour–Primeau trade connection, 23 years later[06:50] Jacob Slavin's leadership and Shane Gostisbehere's PP role[08:00] Are the Hurricanes truly better than last year?[09:00] Why Carolina dominates the regular season but stalls in May[10:30] The need for playoff-style hockey to break through[11:00] Final verdict: Metro favorite—but Cup contender?KEY TAKEAWAYS:Carolina remains one of the NHL's most consistent regular-season teams, but hasn't been able to convert that into a Stanley Cup Final appearance.Nikolaj Ehlers' signing adds another skilled forward, but may not be enough to change the team's playoff identity.The defense is in transition, with Burns and Orlov gone and K'Andre Miller's growth now a key variable.Goaltending remains a concern, and a major question mark heading into 2025–26.Carolina must learn to play playoff-style hockey earlier—and more consistently—if they hope to get over the hump.RESOURCE LINKS:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgBj1LV0-DMfBhcRPSJZLjAX: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparoundNeil Smith: https://twitter.com/NYCNeilVic Morren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vic-morren-7038737/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nhlwraparound/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nhlwraparoundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555451139787#NHL #Hockey #Podcast #K'AndreMiller #NikolajEhlers #SebastianAho #AndreiSvechnikov #SethJarvis #JacksonBlake #TaylorHall #JordanMartinook #LoganStankoven #JordanStaal #K'AndreMiller #ScottMorrow #MikeReilly #CaydenPrimeau #SkylerBrind'Amour #FrederikAndersen #EricRobinson #RyanSuzuki #RodBrind'Amour #KeithPrimeau #BrentBurns #DmitryOrlov #PyotrKochetkov #AlexanderNikishin #JaccobSlavin #JalenChatfield #ShayneGostisbehere #SeanWalker #EricTulsky

NFL Cutdown Day happened on Tuesday, and...it was a little underwhelming? At least in terms of big names changing teams, Cutdown Day didn't really deliver. But we *did* get some pretty big roster news elsewhere, with players who did and didn't wind up going on PUP lists and IR lists. We'll handle that material, we'll read Brian Robinson's *new* Almanac profile, and then we'll have a look at the handicapping market for the NFL in 2025. What team win totals do we like and not like, who do we like to lead the major stat categories, are there player props we like, etc. Fun show! Guest: Chris Raybon from The Action Network.   NOTES: Sponsor - www.Vuori.com/harris for 20% off incredibly comfortable activewear made with recyclable material Sponsor - www.DraftKings.com code HARRIS for a free contest with your initial deposit to play our favorite DFS games, including our weekly listener contest Sponsor - www.fantrax.com/harris for the most customizable, yet simplest fantasy sports platform around Follow Chris Raybon - @ChrisRaybon Follow our show on Bluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/harrisfootball.com Follow on Twitter - @HarrisFootball Become a patron - www.patreon.com/harrisfootball Become a Person of the Book - https://www.amazon.com/Christopher-Harris/e/B007V3P4KK Watch the YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/harrisfootball Harris Football Yacht Club Dictionary - https://harrisfootball.github.io/dictionary.html Join the Harris Football Subreddit - www.reddit.com/r/HarrisFootball Subscribe To the Yacht Club Premium Podcast - https://harrisfootball.supportingcast.fm/   Our 2025 NFL bets: * Team you feel strongest about going OVER their win total? (Raybon - Steelers over 8.5; Harris - Jets over 5.5) * Team you feel strongest about going UNDER their win total? (Raybon - Dolphins under 7.5; Harris - 49ers under 10.5) * Team you feel best bet to MAKE the playoffs? (Raybon - Broncos (-165); Harris - Vikings (-120)) * Team you feel best bet to MISS the playoffs? (Raybon - Vikings (+100); Harris - Patriots (-140)) * Favorite bet for a playoff team (can be to win Super Bowl, to make Super Bowl, to make Conference Final, etc.)? (Raybon - Chiefs to make Super Bowl (+400), Jaguars to win AFC South (+280); Harris - Lions to make Super Bowl (+550)) * Favorite bet on NFL Leading Passer? (Raybon - Patrick Mahomes (+900), Trevor Lawrence (+2200), C.J. Stroud (+1500); Harris - Jared Goff (+1200)) * Favorite bet on NFL Leading Rusher? (Raybon - Ashton Jeanty (+1800), TreVeyon Henderson (+10000); Harris - Christian McCaffrey (+1100)) * Favorite bet on NFL Leading Receiver? (Raybon - Brian Thomas (+1300), Ladd McConkey (+3500), Amon-Ra St. Brown (+2200), Drake London (+1500); Harris - CeeDee Lamb (+1000)) * Jayden Daniels over/under 3450.5 pass yards? (Raybon OVER; Harris OVER) * Brock Purdy over/under 23.5 TD passes? (Raybon OVER; Harris OVER) * De'Von Achane over/under 875.5 rush yards? (Raybon UNDER; Harris UNDER) * Ashton Jeanty over/under 7.5 rush TDs? (Raybon OVER; Harris UNDER) * Brian Thomas over/under 1150.5 receiving yards? (Raybon OVER; Harris OVER) * Puka Nacua over/under 5.5 receiving TDs? (Raybon OVER; Harris OVER)

From 'Spits & Suds' (subscribe here): Hot off the phone with Stars head coach Glen Gulutzan, Spits and Suds Stars/NHL insider Sean Shapiro joins host Gavin Spittle to recap the conversation. Physicality was the theme and Sean explains what this might look like this season. Gulutzan also spoke highly of Lian Bichsel and how he was impressed with the young Stars Dman in the Conference Finals. Sean and Gavin also discuss potential linemates for Matt Duchene this upcoming season. If Dallas Stars news is happening, you get the latest right here on Spits and Suds.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vincent Goodwill and Dan Titus make their predictions for what players and teams will make substantial improvements next season.Next, Vince and Dan react to Tyrese Halliburton's comments on Pat McAfee about why he believes there has been an increase in achilles tears.Later, Vince and Dan discuss Hulk Hogan's recent passing and his impact on wrestling.(1:36) Players that should have massive improvements next season(14:13) Teams you expect to make significant improvement(19:09) Make the Case: Why the Pistons and Sixers can get to the Conference Finals(27:12) Are NBA players playing too many games?(32:51) Hulk Hogan passes away at age 71

Domonique and Charlie discuss the future of Giannis— who would benefit more from a trade: him or the Bucks and what Milwaukee's ceiling is if he stays. Plus, where would Giannis rank amongst the all-time greats? 0:00 Welcome back to The Domonique Foxworth Show 1:50 What is the ceiling for the Bucks if Giannis stays? 18:27 Where does Giannis stand amongst the greats? 24:50 Should Milwaukee be the bad guy and trade Giannis? 29:14 Who would benefit more from a trade: Giannis or the Bucks? 32:40 How would you remember Giannis in Milwaukee if he got traded? 36:54 Can Giannis and the Bucks make it back to a Conference Finals? 39:17 Where would you want to see Giannis traded? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Domonique and Charlie discuss the future of Giannis— who would benefit more from a trade: him or the Bucks and what Milwaukee's ceiling is if he stays. Plus, where would Giannis rank amongst the all-time greats? 0:00 Welcome back to The Domonique Foxworth Show 1:50 What is the ceiling for the Bucks if Giannis stays? 18:27 Where does Giannis stand amongst the greats? 24:50 Should Milwaukee be the bad guy and trade Giannis? 29:14 Who would benefit more from a trade: Giannis or the Bucks? 32:40 How would you remember Giannis in Milwaukee if he got traded? 36:54 Can Giannis and the Bucks make it back to a Conference Finals? 39:17 Where would you want to see Giannis traded? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Domonique and Charlie discuss the future of Giannis— who would benefit more from a trade: him or the Bucks and what Milwaukee's ceiling is if he stays. Plus, where would Giannis rank amongst the all-time greats? 0:00 Welcome back to The Domonique Foxworth Show 1:50 What is the ceiling for the Bucks if Giannis stays? 18:27 Where does Giannis stand amongst the greats? 24:50 Should Milwaukee be the bad guy and trade Giannis? 29:14 Who would benefit more from a trade: Giannis or the Bucks? 32:40 How would you remember Giannis in Milwaukee if he got traded? 36:54 Can Giannis and the Bucks make it back to a Conference Finals? 39:17 Where would you want to see Giannis traded? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to a spicy episode of The Dive Driven by Kia. The crew take on the bet payoffs they made earlier in the season featuring some extremely spicy peppers while recapping the LTA North Split 2 Conference Finals. After some time to cool off, we look ahead to MSI with the teams that have qualified, and talk region competitiveness and roster changes.Timestamps:0:00 Intro and the Spicy Pepper Bet5:20 C9 vs FLY Finals Recap 9:29 Zven Post Game Interview 12:35 C9 Nerves19:24 Game 323:04 Region competitiveness25:07 MSI & Scrims33:06 Roster Changes: Umti41:30 Other Roster Changes47:22 Back from break!47:25 MSI Attendees54:33 Outro

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to Game 3 of the Western Conference Final, as the Edmonton Oilers roll over the Dallas Stars 6-1 to take a 2-1 series lead. They then shift focus to the Eastern Conference Final, where the Carolina Hurricanes lost their 15th straight Conference Final game and concede a 3-0 series lead to the juggernaut Florida Panthers (20:58). The Final Thought highlights the USA winning its first IIHF Men's Worlds gold medal in 92 years (35:56).Kyle and Elliotte also answer listener voicemails and emails submitted via the Thought Line (42:48).In the News & Notes segment, Kyle and Elliotte discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs as a new era begins in the front office (56:17). The pair also talk about Mathieu Darche landing the New York Islanders GM position (1:03:16). They wrap up the podcast by providing updates on the remaining coaching vacancies around the NHL (1:09:38).Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman kick off the podcast by delving into the Eastern Conference Final and the dominance shown so far by the Florida Panthers over the Carolina Hurricanes (7:00). They then shift gears to the Western Conference Final, where the Edmonton Oilers trail the Dallas Stars after coughing up a 3-1 lead in Game One (18:30). The Final Thought focuses on Denmark upsetting Canada in the IIHF Worlds quarterfinals on home soil (31:06).Kyle and Elliotte also answer listener voicemails and emails submitted via the Thought Line (36:41).In the News & Notes segment, Kyle and Elliotte unpack the Toronto Maple Leafs parting ways with Brendan Shanahan (51:09). They discuss what's next for Shanahan amid reports that he is being courted by the Islanders (1:01:56). Kyle and Elliotte also talk about the Chicago Blackhawks hiring Jeff Blashill as their next head coach (1:07:12). Friedge then rapid-fires through the remaining coaching vacancies in Pittsburgh, Boston, and Seattle (1:10:21).Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates

Today's word of the day is ‘rolling thunder' as in Oklahoma City as in SGA as in NBA Playoffs as in basketball. The Thunder crushed the Timberwolves in Game with a huge 2nd half. Stop shooting so many 3s! The Timberwolves were ice cold. SGA was red hot. Not a great recipe! (9:30) The Florida Panthers are GOOD. Road warriors. The Carolina Hurricanes have been so bad in the Conference Finals. (14:00) NPPOD. (22:45) Walker Buehler and Alex Cora were ejected in the 3rd inning yesterday after arguing with an ump. That's fine. It happens. But the comments after the game are what stand out by the ump. (35:30) Review: Bob Trevino Likes It. (42:40) Is MLB about to add even more reviews? On checked swings? Really? (49:30) The NFL voted to allow players to participate in the Olympics. Nice! Flag football! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Miles and Producer Jabari were joined by podcaster and host of iHeart's The G.O.T.E Travonne Edwards for today's conversation about the Conference Finals matchups. The trio offered their predictions and thoughts on the matchups!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2: Stephen A. Smith, JB Bickerstaff, Chris Russo and Kendrick Perkins continue to talk all things Conference Finals on First Take! Does Jalen Brunson need to have a big game tonight for the Knicks to win? Is OKC 'significantly' better than Minnesota? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘rolling thunder' as in Oklahoma City as in SGA as in NBA Playoffs as in basketball. The Thunder crushed the Timberwolves in Game with a huge 2nd half. Stop shooting so many 3s! The Timberwolves were ice cold. SGA was red hot. Not a great recipe! (9:30) The Florida Panthers are GOOD. Road warriors. The Carolina Hurricanes have been so bad in the Conference Finals. (14:00) NPPOD. (22:45) Walker Buehler and Alex Cora were ejected in the 3rd inning yesterday after arguing with an ump. That's fine. It happens. But the comments after the game are what stand out by the ump. (35:30) Review: Bob Trevino Likes It. (42:40) Is MLB about to add even more reviews? On checked swings? Really? (49:30) The NFL voted to allow players to participate in the Olympics. Nice! Flag football! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tom Haberstroh, Amin Elhassan and producer Anthony Mayes still haven't received their Most Valuable Podcast trophy. The Conference Finals have arrived, boasting four shiny new championship contenders thanks to Adam 'The Equalizer' Silver and his new CBA. Are new champions actually good for the league? Truth Teller Caitlin Cooper of Basketball, She Wrote joins the show for an extremely insightful look at the Indiana Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton's unique playmaking qualities and to exorcise ghosts of Pacers past. Basketball Illuminati is now part of the Count The Dings Network. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Count The Dings Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠ to support the show, get ad free episodes and exclusive content at⁠⁠⁠⁠ www.patreon.com/CountTheDings⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ILLUMINATI MERCH HAS RETURNED⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Check it out here:⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://bit.ly/CTDMERCH⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to Basketball Illuminati! On ⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠basketballilluminati@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@bballilluminati⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@basketballilluminati Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryen Russillo is joined by Raja Bell to discuss the Conference Finals, including whether the Pacers can upset the Knicks and what makes Anthony Edwards's game so special as he tries to stop the Thunder from reaching the Finals (01:16). Plus, Life Advice with Kyle (53:00)! Check us out on YouTube for exclusive clips, livestreams, and more at youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Raja Bell Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, Mike Wargon, and Jonathan Frias This episode is sponsored by State Farm. A State Farm agent can help you choose the coverage you need. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Conference Finals are here! Between SGA, Jalen Brunson, Haliburton, and Ant, which player do you want to see win their first NBA Championship? Hate 'em or love 'em, the Knicks are good, and that's good for the NBA. Haliburton is going to give Brunson a lot of work and the depth of the Pacers bench and scoring in bunches will hurt the Knicks. On Oddball we are loud with our support of the Knicks… but secretly we think the Pacers have this in the bag. The Thunder-Timberwolves series will be the first time we see Ant Edwards take on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in the playoffs... Can the young wolf knock off the MVP?  The T-Wolves have flaws, but this series might be there for the taking. Can we trust Julius Randle? J-Dub vindicated himself after game 7, but Chet still has a lot to prove. Plus, people were so upset with Izzy's Cleveland rant that he decided to go on an apology tour.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby return to break down the Nuggets' Game 7 loss and preview the start of the Western Conference finals between the Timberwolves and Thunder. They discuss how the Thunder can continue their championship run, debate whether people are still not giving enough credit to the Wolves for making back-to-back conference finals, and talk about who the best player in this series will be. Next, the guys discuss the rapidly growing rivalry between Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers and Jalen Brunson and the Knicks as they eagerly await Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals. They discuss Karl-Anthony Towns's role in the series, Andrew Nembhard's shooting, why Haliburton's up-and-down performances won't matter as much, and why having Brunson feels like having Mariano Rivera. (0:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(1:18) G7 Recap: Thunder Defeat Nuggets 125-93(8:30) WCF Preview: Timberwolves vs. Thunder [-7.5](12:12) WCF Series Price: Thunder [-375] Timberwolves [+300](34:10) ECF Preview: Pacers vs. Knicks [-4.5](53:56) ECF Series Price: Knicks [-144] Pacers [+122](58:08) Evaluating the Biggest ECF X-Factors(1:04:42) Shoutout to Jalen Rose's Leadership Academy: JRLA.COM(1:07:02) Thanks for Watching! Leave us a message on our Mismatch voicemail line! (323) 389-5091The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David JacobyProducers: Jessie Lopez and Tucker TashjianSocial: Keith Fujimoto Music: "New Frontier": JG1MFMNUC8ZGQBSA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Marcus and Markieff Morris and Gilbert Arenas make their picks for the more crucial aspects of the Conference Finals! Who wins Game 1 tonight between Minnesota and OKC? Who is the most important #2 option remaining? All that and more on First Take! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week we welcome ESPN's Jay Bilas to the show alongside the New Orleans Pelicans' Trey Murphy III. This was such a great, well-round hoops conversation; the group begins by sharing their reactions to this past weekend's Game 7 between the Denver Nuggets and Oklahoma City Thunder. They then preview the NBA Eastern and Western Conference Finals between the Thunder vs. Minnesota Timberwolves and the New York Knicks vs. the Indiana Pacers. They also discuss the team-building dynamics of each of the conference finals teams as well. Then, Jay shares some fascinating insights and lessons from his decades of covering and analyzing college prospects. He also recalls what he first thought of SGA, Anthony Edwards, Jalen Brunson, and Tyrese Haliburton when they were coming out of school. Jay and Trey also share prospects they are most excited about from Cooper Flagg and this year's draft class. Let's go!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Before the Conference Finals tip off in the NBA, Mike and Jim let you know who they are rooting for. Download the latest episode of Cash the Ticket today. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Conference Finals in the NBA and NHL start this week! Valenti and Costa walk you through each series and who they expect to win and who they want to win. There is one moment where Jim tells Mike just to log out of his betting apps. All that and so much more on the latest episode of Cash the Ticket. Download and subscribe today. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tony opens the show by talking briefly about the PGA Championship, the NBA playoffs and the Nats, and then he talks about his trip up to New York for a high school reunion, and what happened on his way back to DC. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about the NBA playoffs now that the Conference Finals are set and also about the Preakness, Steve Sands calls in to talk about Scottie Scheffler winning at Quail Hollow, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Autumn Hollow “After All Of This Is Gone” ; “Wooden Wire” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and Wos are back to give their thoughts on the Thunder's Game 7 win over the Nuggets before previewing the conference finals. They start with the West and then move to the Eastern Conference final between the Knicks and Pacers. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Ben Cruz Social: 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

SVP and Stanford Steve break down Scottie Scheffler's win at Quail Hollow and all the top storylines from the PGA Championship. Plus, an update on the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Is the Cup Florida's to lose? Then, the guys get into the Thunder's game seven win over Denver and the Knicks' series win over Boston before previewing the Conference Finals. | SVPod (0:00) Intro (2:18) PGA Championship recap (16:00) Thoughts on Quail Hollow (21:39) More PGA Championship recap (32:54) Gordo went 0-2… (38:57) Will Gordo stay in the fight? (46:38) Panthers blow out Toronto in Game 7 (55:16) Emotional ending to Stars-Jets (59:30) Knicks beat Celtics in six (1:09:18) Thunder dominates Denver in Game 7 (1:16:00) Orioles fire Brandon Hyde (1:18:26) No more boxes of Big Texas, please (1:20:44) Majors are awesome (1:30:30) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two teams have advanced to the Conference Finals, so we start in the exact place we all expect: the life of an NHL equipment manager. The gang dives into their wins and fails of the week, including a 4OT game in PWHL, the Toronto Maple Leafs' turnovers, and David tweeting from a heated toilet. Plus, Adnan Virk joins the show for his monthly appearance to talk Lilo and Stitch, some of the coaching and front office transactions around the league, the Maple Leafs' epic collapse in Game 5, and whether or not Connor Hellebuyck can finally prove all of us wrong. Finally, the gang recaps the week for the Florida Panthers, including Doug Cifu getting trolled on Twitter and an epic win in Game 5 over the Toronto Maple Leafs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dallas Mavericks landed the no. 1 pick in the draft, which means that they'll likely take the consensus no. 1 prospect, Cooper Flagg, after they traded Luka Doncic to the Lakers midway through the 2024-25 season. Logan, Howard, and Raja discuss how the lottery miraculously ended up going in Dallas's favor and what Flagg can be at the next level. Should this year's lottery be a warning to teams who are obviously tanking? Jayson Tatum left Game 4 of the Celtics vs. Knicks Eastern Conference semifinals game with an apparent leg injury that could sideline him for a long time. The guys discuss how Tatum's injury could affect the Celtics' future in light of the major cap issues they have looming. Is now the time for Jaylen Brown to step up? Plus, the mailbag! (0:00) Intro (1:00) Show start (1:24) Thoughts on Cooper Flagg to Dallas (22:35) Fan Duel Ad Break (23:56) Jayson Tatum's Injury (38:39) Knicks - Celtics (50:26) Mailbag The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hit the mailbag! realonesmailbag@gmail.com Hosts: Logan Murdock, Howard Beck, and Raja Bell Producer/Audio: Clifford Augustin Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz and John Richter Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices