Podcast appearances and mentions of DeMar DeRozan

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse and Justin Cousart, Kevin is joined by Andy Jordan this week to first discuss James Harden's return to Cleveland on a 3-year deal. Why this deal felt inevitable and if the Cavs can make another serious run at the East this season. Next, the guys dive into Klay Thompson's arrival in South Beach. Does Klay bring enough shooting to alleviate Miami's spacing concerns? Plus a look at where the Heat are expected to end up in the East and how they could improve their depth. Meanwhile out West, Jonathan Kuminga is headed to Minnesota on a 2-year deal and Demar DeRozan is headed to Denver. Can either the Wolves or Nuggets keep pace with the Thunder and Spurs this season? Also, a look at why Minnesota moving to the East would make sense if the NBA expands and Andy's Eats returns. Leave to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!

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

The Golden State Warriors signed Brandon Williams and Georges Niang in free agency. On this episode of "Dubs Talk," Bonta Hill, Monte Poole, and Dalton Johnson break down the Warriors' new additions as Golden State's roster rounds out to 15. Then, the trio looks around the NBA at other recent moves and how they impact the wild Western Conference, before answering some fan mailbag questions. (02:30) - The Warriors sign Brandon Williams and Georges Niang in free agency (03:30) - Brandon Williams went off against the Warriors last season (07:30) - What will Williams' role in Golden State look like? (10:00) - Can Williams bring something the Warriors don't have? (12:00) - How will Williams hold up on defense? (13:00) - What are the Warriors getting with Niang? (19:15) - Other recent NBA moves (19:30) - Klay Thompson is taking his talents (and boat) to South Beach after signing with the Miami Heat (24:00) - After LeBron James decided not to go home to Cleveland, the Cavaliers gave James Harden a big three-year extension and traded for Peyton Watson (26:30) - How the Denver Nuggets trading Watson to the Cavs and signing DeMar DeRozan impacts the Warriors and the Western Conference (31:00) - Is the Eastern Conference stronger than the West? (37:00) - Dubs Talk mailbag (37:15) - Where does Will Richard factor into this upcoming season? (41:30) - Bonta, Monte, and Dalton's thoughts on Williams and Niang's fit with the Warriors? (46:30) - Gui Santos and Brandin Podziemski making a leap this season also could be counted as an addition that is not being talked about Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Verno and Jacoby return to go through the players they are most looking forward to seeing in action with a new team. They break it all down by each selecting a star, a role player, a once-upon-a-time star, and an "I still believe in them" player. Then they discuss which star is most likely to win their first championship, which small offseason move will net the biggest result, and which scandal they care about the most going into the season. Also, they briefly discuss some of the recent signings around the league, the Wolves' ownership change, and Shaedon Sharpe's injury. (00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch! (1:46) Klay Thompson and DeMar DeRozan sign with the Heat and Nuggets, respectively (7:40) Timberwolves ownership change (12:07) Shaedon Sharpe's injury (16:17) Star player on a new team we are most looking forward to seeing (19:52) Role player on a new team we are most looking forward to seeing (25:07) The once-upon-a-time star player on a new team we are most looking forward to seeing (31:00) The "I still believe in them" player on a new team we are most looking forward to seeing (40:49) Which star is most likely to win their first championship? (46:19) Small offseason signing that will lead to big results (53:07) Scandal they care about the most Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Jessie Lopez, Stefan Anderson, and Jeff Shearin Social: Keith Fujimoto 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 break down two big-name free agent acquisitions. Klay Thompson is heading to Miami, while DeMar DeRozan is heading to Denver. The guys discuss how they fit, what they add, and potential shortcomings to monitor. On the WNBA side, the guys dive deep into the Atlanta Dream's win streak, share their takeaways from another awesome Lynx-Valkyries matchup, and check in on the Leonie-is-back New York Liberty. Later, they react to NaLyssa Smith's injury and what that means for the Aces, and explore potential landing spots for the recently bought-out DeWanna Bonner. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 01:08 -- Klay Thompson to the Heat 19:02 -- DeMar DeRozan to the Nuggets 38:20 -- Atlanta Dream 59:45 -- Valkyries/Lynx takeaways 01:14:30 -- Here comes the Liberty 01:21:10 -- Aces lose NaLyssa Smith; what's next? 01:56:20 -- Potential DeWanna Bonner landing spots Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:

It's Big Shot Bob's birthday, and the fellas are treating themselves to a full plate of NBA offseason news before diving into some early football talk. Robert Horry turns 56 and gets the royal treatment from Rob and Harp right out of the gate, then the crew steps around the Enes Kanter WNBA drama entirely (on purpose) and gets into real basketball: the Wemby-Jokic showdown at the FIBA World Cup, James Harden's new deal pushing him toward the $500 million club, and whether a ring even matters at this point in his career.   From there it's a run through NBA free agency - Klay Thompson heading to Miami and immediately getting into it with people on Instagram, DeMar DeRozan's veteran-minimum move to Denver, and the five-team trade that sent Peyton Watson to Cleveland and Dennis Schroder to yet another team. Rob and Harp also break down ESPN's early East and West power rankings and argue about where Houston, Denver and the Hawks really stand heading into the season.   Football gets its turn too. Deshaun Watson is Cleveland's Week 1 starter, but he's not exactly getting a warm welcome from Browns fans - the guys dig into why, and Robert shares what it's like handling a hostile crowd as a pro. There's also a wild new ruling letting former NFL players return to college football, a debate the guys can't fully agree on, plus a Big Shot of the Week that'll actually make you feel good about people. They close it out old school with a Shootaround battle covering birds, cities, banners and number one picks.   00:00  Rob Horry's 56th Birthday Kickoff 03:12  Addressing (and Skipping) the Enes Kanter Talk 04:38  FIBA World Cup: Wemby vs. Jokic 08:52  James Harden's New Deal & the $500M Club 16:02  Klay Thompson Signs With the Miami Heat 20:15  Nuggets Sign DeMar DeRozan 21:40  Five-Team Trade: Peyton Watson to Cleveland 24:35  ESPN's Early Western Conference Power Rankings 27:03  ESPN's Early Eastern Conference Power Rankings 32:08  Deshaun Watson Named Browns QB1 39:20  New Ruling Lets NFL Players Return to College Ball 45:02  Week Zero Picks: North Carolina vs. TCU 47:35  Big Shot of the Week: Rebuilding a Stolen Bakery Stand 48:33  Shootaround: Teams Not Named After a City 50:35  Shootaround: National Champs of the Last 25 Years 53:03  Shootaround: Teams Named After Birds 54:35  Shootaround: Franchises With Multiple Championships 57:22  Shootaround Finale & Birthday Sign-Off

On this episode of Bulture podcast:Tia Kemp calls out Mona Love after she stated on her podcast that she was offended by the idea of collaborating with Tia Kemp and talks about her comedy shows.I would have thought Ella Mai concert would be a date night, but the whole city was there.Peacock just raised its prices again, with Premium Plus now hitting $19.99 a month. It's the platform's fourth hike in four years, joining Netflix, HBO Max, Disney+ and Apple TV Plus in the streamflation trend.Basketball Wives' alum CeCe Gutierrez's group photo sparks heated debate over black men dating outside their race.Prayers up for Quality Control co-founder Pierre “P” Thomas, who has reportedly been hospitalized after suffering a heart attack and is fighting for his life.Some NFL players can now return to college football if they are released from an NFL roster, following a judge's ruling.Anthony Edwards ordered to pay his second baby mama $14K/month for a child he claims he's never met, plus take out a $2.6M life insurance policy listing her as the primary beneficiary.Yo Gotti's, Memphis restaurant Privé has raised its minimum age to 30+, years after a dadly shting outside the restaurant left 2 people d*ad and 5 others injuredKeith Lee is stepping up for Gary, Indiana, after severe storms left residents dealing with power outages, property damage, and a need for essential supplies.B Hen & Jeff Teague were lost for words when Barbee said she wants her man to pay all her bills AND $10K a month so she can comfortably shop, travel & live her life.The family of Go-Go legend Chuck Brown says it no longer supports the annual Chuck Brown Day celebration in D.C., accusing event organizers of marginalizing the family and failing to respect its role in protecting Brown's legacy.YouTube is reportedly offering top creators millions of dollars to release their content on YouTube before Netflix.The Game sends a message to Kendrick Lamar on THE DOCUMENTARY 3.NFL star Rashod Bateman arrested after allegedly smashing his ex's car windows while their 3-month-old baby was inside.DeMar DeRozan is reportedly headed to Denver after agreeing to a contract with the Nuggets.Klay Thompson is expected to sign with the Miami Heat after clearing waivers following a contract buyout with the Dallas Mavericks,Rapper No Savage is wanted by police after he allegedly stole a packet of cigarettes, candy, condoms & noodles and told the cashier, “Everything was free today... Don't do anything stupid or I'll shoot you.”Chris Brown ex-housekeeper wins right to collect cut of his tour income over $13 million debt.Lending apps like Afterpay, Klarna, and Intuit are now offering "buy now, pay later" loans for people to use on electricity, insurance, dentist visits, rent, physicals, phone service providers, water bills, taxes, and their mortgage.

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn discusses the new rotation featuring DeMar DeRozan and how the Denver Nuggets will use the scoring veteran to bolster their second unit. He discusses the rotation combinations, some players he's watching closely out of the reserves, and how Denver's reputation this offseason has taken a significant tumble. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Gallagher, Drew Dinkmeyer and Austin Yamada discuss two big transactions in the NBA that took place over the weekend, being Klay Thompson passing through waivers and signing with the Miami Heat, and DeMar DeRozan heading to Denver to sign with the Nuggets. They discuss how much these signings move the needle, what it means for the Dallas Mavericks and what does Klay Thompson still has left in the tank?

For the 2nd hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Mike gets a bone thrown to him before Stink gives his thoughts on the 1st string performance in their 2nd preseason game. They wonder if the loss is actually a good thing for the Broncos heading into the season. They debate whether they should rest the starters for the rest of the preseason. They answer texts from the 7am listeners and break down the Demar DeRozan signing for the Nuggets. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where the Broncos need to fix their penalty problems, an argument for resting the starters coming from Vegas, and the Deshaun Watson’s pity party.  

In the 3rd hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they react to some breaking NFL news and discuss the latest insane story in College Football’s ongoing NIL chaos. They give their reactions to the offense in the Broncos’ preseason game two loss. They hear why Stink liked the Broncos’ defense in spite of the loss and Mike wonders if the defense is fraudulent. They end the third hour congratulating Larry Walker for his statue at Coors, they explain why they’re not exactly exited about the Nuggets signing Demar DeRozan, and they debate how worried we should be about Cale Makar’s contract situation.  

For the 2nd hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Mike gets a bone thrown to him before Stink gives his thoughts on the 1st string performance in their 2nd preseason game. They wonder if the loss is actually a good thing for the Broncos heading into the season. They debate whether they should rest the starters for the rest of the preseason. They answer texts from the 7am listeners and break down the Demar DeRozan signing for the Nuggets. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where the Broncos need to fix their penalty problems, an argument for resting the starters coming from Vegas, and the Deshaun Watson’s pity party.  

In the 1st hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Mike tells us about his weekend of golf and great beef with the barbecue lawyer. Stoke explains why he’s not worried about the Broncos’ defense after the preseason loss to the Packers. They break down Bo’s performance in his preseason debut. They call for the Broncos starters to be put on ice for the rest of the preseason. The guys give their impressions on the Demar DeRozan acquisition and Cale Makar’s contract situation. Mike and Stoke wrap up the first hour gauging the 6am listeners’ reaction to the Broncos’ second preseason game.  

In hour one of Dover and Cecil, the guys kick off the show and react to the Broncos' second preseason game of the year. This was our first look at Bo Nix since his ankle surgery. We had some things we were looking for last week. Did we see what we wanted to see out of Bo Nix? What about the Broncos' new receiver? How did Jaylen Waddle look after his first live rep with Bo Nix? What did Sean Payton say about his team's performance? What did he like from Bo? What needs to improve from the defense? Josh really likes the addition of Demar DeRozan to the Nuggets, but is it enough to make them contenders again? What will his role look like with the Nuggets? What pieces are they still missing to get back in that title picture? The Cleveland Browns have named a QB1, and it wasn’t the former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback. What will the rest of Shedeur Sanders' NFL career look like?

In the third hour of Dover and Cecil, the guys start the hour by reacting to the Broncos' second preseason game of the year. This was our first look at Bo Nix since his ankle surgery. We had some things we were looking for last week. Did we see what we wanted to see out of Bo Nix? What about the Broncos' new receiver? How did Jaylen Waddle look after his first live rep with Bo Nix? Josh really likes the addition of Demar DeRozan to the Nuggets, but is it enough to make them contenders again? What will his role look like with the Nuggets? What pieces are they still missing to get back in that title picture? Jamal talked about a viral clip that came out over the weekend. Cecil answers your fantasy football questions to close out the hour.

In the first hour of the show Jason returns, the guys talk about DeMar DeRozan signing with the Nuggets, and Sacramento shows up big for the UFC.

Dans le CQFR du jour, Antoine Pimmel et Shaï Mamou reviennent sur le match entre la France et la Serbie, puis analysent les signatures de Klay Thompson à Miami et de DeMar DeRozan à Denver. Au menu également, les matches de la nuit en WNBA et l'incident entre Enes Kanter et Natasha Cloud.Voici Ce Qu'il Fallait Retenir en cette matinée du 24 août 2026.

Elias and Fuad are back for another edition of 3 in the Key! The guys break down the Peyton Watson sign-and-trade to Cleveland and what it could mean for the future of the Denver Nuggets. They also discuss Klay Thompson heading to Miami and what the move means for the Heat. And then things get competitive as the fellas go head-to-head in a $15 NBA Challenge, who built the better starting lineup?

In Hour 2, Cello, Kyle and Alex Becker get into a Nuggets conversation, as Peyton Watson was traded to Cleveland as part of a 3-team deal. Denver signed 37-year old veteran DeMar DeRozan. The guys discuss the moves and where the Nuggets are currently at following a disappointing offseason. More thoughts on Broncos-Packers and 3 questions with Alex: NFL expanding outside the U.S., who will last longer - Sean Payton or George Paton? And Von Miller willing to give up a lifetime supply of chicken for the jersey #40. 

In Hour 3, the guys continue their discussion of the NFL expanding overseas. Which U.S. cities that currently don't have a team would be first in line, if the NFL were to expand? Did the Nuggets acquisition of DeMar DeRozan move the needle? Dan Jacobs joins the guys for the final segment for cross-talk. 

Nate and Danny can finally sum up the offseasons for the Nuggets and Cavs, improbably through a trade with each other! We put the Peyton Watson deal into context for both teams and give them offseason grades, while also discussing DeMar DeRozan to the Nuggets. We also break down Klay Thompson's fit in Miami and whether they should have prioritized him over DeRozan or Bradley Beal. 0:00 Denver Nuggets offseason grade — Peyton Watson sign-and-trade, DeMar DeRozan signing, Nikola Jokić's future 32:29 Cleveland Cavaliers offseason grade — James Harden contract, Peyton Watson acquisition 46:46 Klay Thompson to the Miami Heat 51:11 LA Clippers' side of the Peyton Watson trade and Max Strus acquisition 53:48 Minnesota Timberwolves ownership sale 57:37 Lakers ownership update 59:36 Jalen Duren–Detroit Pistons contract negotiations Join Dunc'd On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to Ravens players sounding off on John Harbaugh, Klay Thompson signing with the Heat and DeMar DeRozan signs with the Nuggets! 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... 0:00 - Ravens Players Sound Off on John Harbaugh Era11:48 - Klay Thompson to the Heat27:09 - DeMar DeRozan signed a one year deal with the Nuggets (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn hops on for an emergency episode to react to the addition of DeMar DeRozan as a SIXTH MAN to replace Peyton Watson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In hour three, Gelb and Crowder allow Solana to celebrate the Klay Thompson to Miami news but immediately regret it. Can Klay Thompson have a Ray Allen-like impact? Plus, DeMar DeRozan picks the Nuggets and Gelb proves he knows ball when eating at Joe's Stone Crab.

Another Shortcast where Jeff reacts to the Nuggets signing of DeMar DeRozan. What it means for the team. Is he a Watson replacement? Is his role simply to be off the bench? Jeff dives into it. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The guys discuss the WNBA, a five-team trade that sends Peyton Watson to the Cleveland Cavaliers, James Harden's new contract, DeMar DeRozan potentially signing with the Denver Nuggets, Victor Wembanyama becoming the captain of the French national team, NBA 2K27's new features and more.

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn reacts to the Denver Nuggets sign-and-trade of Peyton Watson to the Cleveland Cavaliers for two draft picks in the future. Was this the plan Denver set out to fulfill at the beginning of the offseason? Blackburn discusses the trade, the fallout, a rant on being proactive, and if DeMar DeRozan is expected to be the savior for the Nuggets going forward. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Dolphins get after it with the Giants in joint practice as we bring you live updates and react to a dominant showing from New York! Tobin sits down with UFC Heavyweight and former FIU linebacker Anthony Wint ahead of his upcoming fight, while Leroy recants his stance on the Dolphins' starters getting reps. We debate which NFL divisions are on top, Bam Adebayo flirts with DeMar DeRozan, the Mixed Bag gets furry, and Goosies or No Goosies spirals into a heated debate over Jacob Rodriguez. Plus, Tobin loses it over James Harden's new deal and a massive argument breaks out over Kadyn Proctor vs. Reuben Bain!

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn discusses what the Denver Nuggets can learn and apply from the championship run involving the New York Knicks last year, particularly involving an expensive starting lineup. Ryan also chats about Lonnie Walker and DeMar DeRozan as bench options and Nikola Jokic being courted by Panathinaikos before turning to an important topic: he finally watched The Odyssey. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Leroy argues that Tyler Herro's claim of having a chip on his shoulder in Milwaukee should actually be an apology for his lack of availability during his time in Miami. They compare the potential impact of Ben Simmons versus Bradley Beal on the Heat roster and discuss the spacing issues of potentially adding DeMar DeRozan. Additionally, a training camp fight between Dolphins rookies Patrick Paul and Chop Robinson highlights the competitive nature of practice. 01:57 - Florida Sports Headlines 06:34 - Ben Simmons Comeback Debate 10:58 - Comparing Simmons and Beal 17:35 - Heat Spacing and DeRozan 26:44 - Herro Milwaukee Comments 37:20 - Paul and Robinson Scuffle 42:37 - Game Balls and Bums

Reading through DeMar DeRozan's sneaky career numbers that will surprise you. Hoch and Crowder both still love the idea of signing the former Bulls guard.

In hour three, shocked to see how great DeMar DeRozan's career scoring numbers are. Debating the Mt. Rushmore of Miami athletes since the year 2000. Solana has another “Suge Knight” moment. Discussing expectations for Malik Willis.

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys are joined by Carlton Cabey (@Carlton_KB) to first talk the latest in the Kawhi Leonard investigation as he's accused of getting another endorsement to circumvent the cap. A look at what potential punishment, if any, would look like and what it'd mean for the Clippers and Raptors as their trade remains in limbo. Then, a look at remaining free agents including Bradley Beal, Demar Derozan, James Harden, Jalen Duren and more. Where are the best potential landing spots for everyone? Finally, anothe round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!

D-Lo & KC spend hour four talking Kings, DeMar DeRozan and more.

The guys bring you a new episode to answer your questions from the DBB comment section and Twitter. They discuss prediction models, Demar DeRozan, Ron Holland, Cade's second star, and a trade idea with Denver.We've got you covered for all this and more in this week's episode!You can watch the entire episode on our Follow Wes Davenport on Twitter Follow Robbie Bettelon on Twitter Follow Detroit Bad Boys on Twitter Want to hear your voice on the Pindown? Call ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(313) 355-2717⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and leave your question as a voicemail! The guys will play your message and answer your question on that week's episode! All we ask is that you keep your questions to under 45 seconds.

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back with another pod, as the Wizards had a couple more news breaks over the week.Jamir Watkins tore his ACL during summer league. What does this injury mean for the team?The Wizards have also been rumored to have been in discussions with Demar Derozan about potentially joining the team. Ryan and Chase give their opinions on that potential signing.Plus, the 26-27 "expectations pod".Who will take the biggest leap? Who has the most pressure this season?Who will be the Wizards "Best" player this year?Which Wizards player will make the biggest impact?Is AJ the favorite for rookie of the year?

Can a modern NBA draft class become the greatest defensive class in league history? Wes Goldberg is joined by Basketball Poetry's Mike Shearer to debate whether the 2017 and 2023 draft classes are on pace to challenge legendary groups like 1984 and 1996 thanks to the emergence of Bam Adebayo, Derrick White, Victor Wembanyama, Amen Thompson and more. Then Mike brings his own Good Take on why restricted free agency has become one of the NBA's most misunderstood roster-building tools.  Finally, it's another edition of Summer 3-Way, where Wes and Mike each lay out the three moves they would make to finish the Miami Heat's offseason, including whether Miami should prioritize Klay Thompson, pivot to DeMar DeRozan, target an overlooked young player, or preserve flexibility for the buyout market. Plus, Wes celebrates another Good Take victory as the audience continues to decide who has the best basketball arguments each week. RealGM Radio is your top spot for the best weekly NBA coverage. Subscribe to get RealGM Radio with Wes Goldberg, the Double Dribble and Good Take every week.   Monday: Double Dribble with Jared Dubin and Mo Dakhil Tuesday: RealGM Radio with Wes Goldberg Wednesday: Double Dribble with Jared Dubin and Mo Dakhil Thursday: Good Take with Wes Goldberg and Mike Shearer   Subscribe to watch more RealGM Radio videos: youtube.com/@RealGMRadio   FOLLOW REALGM ON SOCIAL RealGM on X/Twitter https://x.com/RealGM RealGM on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/realgmnba/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

7.30.26, Kevin Sheehan reacts to Dan Quinn's comments after Day 1 of Commanders training camp about injuries, promising players and more. Plus, are the Wiz looking to add another veteran?

Lima and Lance react to Shams' report linking the Cavs to DeMar DeRozan and Klay Thompson, but Lima argues neither move addresses the real problem exposed in the playoffs: a lack of athletic wings, using OG Anunoby's ability to smother ball-handlers as the example of what Cleveland is missing. They debate whether Jonathan Kuminga is worth chasing despite two teams giving up on him, with Lima insisting his freak athleticism and playoff scoring upside outweigh his shooting limitations. The conversation turns to team-building philosophy, questioning whether Jarrett Allen still fits alongside Evan Mobley and whether the Cavs deserve more credit for how far they got despite a late-season shakeup with James Harden.

The Washington Wizards have held talks with free agent DeMar DeRozan, per ESPN's Shams Charania. Greg breaks down DeRozan's weird fit with the Wizards and whether he's a free agent they should pursue. Enjoy!

00:00 NFL players on new teams.14:10 Jeff Legwold joins the show.29:05 DeMar Derozan connected to the Nuggets.

Locked on Heat's Wes Goldberg analyzes LeBron James' decision to sign with the 76ers and why the Heat were ultimately passed over in free agency. They discuss Miami's strategy moving forward around Giannis Antetokounmpo and potential targets like DeMar DeRozan or Klay Thompson. They also explore the Celtics' recent roster struggles and the national perception of Brad Stevens' management.

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Will react to the news of Ben Powers agreeing to a restructured contract. Does this restructure signify Powers will not be a camp cut this year? We debate what the biggest "what ifs" are in Denver sports history. What if John Elway never forced himself out of Baltimore when they drafted him? What if the Broncos beat the Ravens in the 2012 playoffs? What if the Broncos drafted Josh Allen instead of Nick Chubb? What if the Nuggets were willing to trade Jamal Murray for Luka Doncic during the 2018 draft? What if the Broncos didn't fire Mike Shanahan? What if the Nuggets won the 2003 NBA lottery and drafted LeBron James? We wrap up the show with what we learned in Denver sports today. Should the Nuggets be interested in veteran Demar DeRozan? What should we expect from the first week of Broncos training camp? 

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Will cross-talking with Dover and James. The guys discuss Will Petersen's issue with the Midday show not having Matt Holliday in their top 4 Rockies of all time. Does Nolan Arenado deserve more blame for the falling out between Arenado and the Rockies? Zach and Will dive into the Broncos as training camp starts this week. What are the three biggest storylines the guys are looking for this summer? Will Bo Nix's health be in question before the regular season starts? How will the offense look with a new, first-time offensive coordinator? We react to the Nuggets deciding to match Spencer Jones' offer sheet from the Thunder. What ramifications come along with the Nuggets paying Jones? How surprised were the guys that the Nuggets were willing to pay a huge tax bill and go into the second apron for Jones? We react to ESPN's Shams Charania linking free agent Demar DeRozan to teams like Denver, Miami and Cleveland. Would DeRozan make the Nuggets bench interesting and effective? 

Tobin and Vlad weigh in on Kendrick Nunn's assertion that Heat fans are clamoring for his return to Miami following his MVP performance in the EuroLeague. They analyze potential roster additions like DeMar DeRozan while providing updates on Dolphins training camp and recent shifts in NFL sports media. 02:44 - Welcome to the Show 06:33 - Dolphins Roster Updates 12:08 - Sports Media Analyst Moves 16:00 - Kendrick Nunn's Heat Claim 32:40 - Jaime Jaquez Jr. Discussion 36:45 - DeMar DeRozan Fit Analysis

Tobin and Leroy react to LeBron James' decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers, discussing his farewell message and the potential championship impact. They explore the Heat's offseason moves, specifically the fit of DeMar DeRozan and the development of young talents like Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Pelle Larsson. The "Tickle My Fancy" segment wraps up the hour with a look at the Marlins, Inter Miami, and a critique of the new He-Man movie. 02:21 - LeBron James Signs With 76ers 06:21 - Heat Target DeMar DeRozan 10:06 - NBA Veterans And Retirement 15:41 - Herro And Jaquez Extensions 21:02 - Eastern Conference Power Rankings 27:02 - Paul George And Contenders 32:30 - Weekend Sports Slate Analysis 40:05 - He-Man Movie Review Controversy

Tobin and Leroy analyze the fallout from a Miami Heat YouTube leak hinting at a LeBron James return. They respond to Bill Simmons' criticism of South Florida sports media and discuss the team's future with Giannis Antetokounmpo. Anthony Chang joins to detail the "Leakgate" error and evaluate potential roster additions like DeMar DeRozan and Bradley Beal. 01:20 - Weather and Sports Headlines 02:02 - Analyzing Heat YouTube Leak 05:49 - LeBron Return to Miami Narrative 13:19 - Reacting to Bill Simmons Comments 16:42 - Building Around Giannis and Bam 21:47 - Anthony Chang on Heat Rumors 29:52 - Potential Heat Roster Moves 35:23 - Tyler Herro's Complicated Legacy 38:33 - Love Island Season Recap

Hour 4 features a mix of Marlins, Heat, and Dolphins talk as Joe Rose and the crew break down Miami's eight-game losing streak and the rare triple play the Marlins turned the night before. The guys discuss some of baseball's most incredible achievements, including no-hitters, perfect games, and other rare feats, while looking back at the Marlins' history of producing elite starting pitchers. The conversation then shifts back to the LeBron James saga after the Heat's leaked introductory press conference, with Joe explaining why Miami remains the perfect fit and why landing LeBron could also help attract another star like DeMar DeRozan or Klay Thompson. Later, Omar Kelly joins the show to discuss Jordyn Brooks' extension, Miami's young players getting opportunities, the Dolphins' injury concerns, Tua Tagovailoa's expectations, and why building around key leaders will be crucial for the franchise moving forward

Episode 269 and we're sneaking up on the big 300 milestone. Robert Horry, Rob Jenner, and B-Dog get into it on everything going on around the league, starting with the LeBron James free agency saga that's now held the entire schedule hostage for three weeks running. The guys break down the shifting odds between Miami, Cleveland, and Philly, dig into why nobody thinks the Knicks have a shot, and Rob Horry gets personal about the "just make a decision" frustration versus understanding LeBron's family situation with his daughter.   From there it's a full free agency roundup — DeMar DeRozan possibly heading back to San Antonio, Draymond Green's future tied entirely to LeBron's decision, and the Lou Dort three-team trade that sent him to Atlanta while OKC stacked up draft picks. The Warriors' Summer League championship run gets its own segment, with the guys going deep on their new draft pick and why he might be the reason Draymond doesn't come back to Golden State.   Also on deck: an early 2026 rookie class debate, an Anthony Davis interview clip that gets Horry fired up about "40-plus wins," the ongoing Gary Trent Jr. cap circumvention investigation, and a Big Shot of the Week shoutout to a Kansas City police officer who tracked down a stolen e-bike for a cancer patient. Then things go completely off the rails with the Waffle House training video breakdown and a new round of Walmart or Waffle House.   New episodes every Tuesday. Subscribe and drop your predictions on where LeBron lands in the comments.   00:00 – Intro & counting down to episode 30000:57 – LeBron James free agency "hostage situation" & shifting odds04:03 – Horry's personal take: frustration vs. understanding LeBron's family angle06:58 – Miami buzz: Pat Riley and Steve Kerr comments08:33 – The case for Cleveland10:26 – Philly's fit and the Embiid concern12:14 – Free agents stuck in limbo waiting on LeBron14:03 – DeMar DeRozan trade speculation16:03 – Lou Dort traded to the Hawks21:58 – Warriors win the 2026 Summer League23:58 – Why the rookie class could push Draymond out25:58 – 2026 draft class debate & best-player rankings29:53 – Way-too-early Rookie of the Year picks34:03 – Anthony Davis Fanatics Fest interview clip39:58 – Gary Trent Jr. contract investigation43:23 – Kawhi Leonard situation still in limbo44:33 – Big Shot of the Week: KC officer returns stolen e-bike46:03 – Waffle House training video breakdown49:33 – Walmart or Waffle House game

Verno and Jacoby return to discuss the Celtics trading Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers and debate Brad Stevens's reasoning for trading him away at this point in time. Next, they discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo's comments since being traded to the Miami Heat, their latest ideas on where LeBron James will end up, and the most recent free agency news. Also, a brief conversation about Cameron Boozer, Darryn Peterson, and the early slate of NBA summer league games. (00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch! (4:01) Brad Stevens and the Celtics front office speak on trading Jaylen Brown to the 76ers (22:13) Giannis Antetokounmpo speaks on leaving Milwaukee (30:08) Origins of the LeBron James whiteboard and dissecting where he could possibly go (39:57) Recent free agent news: DeMar DeRozan waived, Rui Hachimura signs with the Clippers, and Quinten Post's Grizzlies offer sheet (46:57) Early summer league reactions Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Jessie Lopez, Stefan Anderson, and Jeff Shearin Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices