Podcast appearances and mentions of Devin Booker

Wolf and Luke discuss if Devin Booker seems hungrier than usual and USA Today MLB insider Bob Nightengale joins the show.

Bickley and Marotta talk Suns, go through Social Studies, and play Mustache, Not a Mustache.

Devin Booker discusses how he handled his offseason entering his 12th season in the NBA, how important it is having the same coach back this season in Jordan Ott and how he should have imposed his will more last season offensively. 

Wolf and Luke talk to Phoenix Suns guard Collin Gillespie and Suns superstar Devin Booker.

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman are back as the Phoenix Suns opened 2026-27 with a media day, talking Year 2 under coach Jordan Ott and Year 12 for Devin Booker.

On this episode of 3 Championship Drive, Lance Caporossi discusses the possibility of Devin Booker and Cade Cunningham becoming one of the NBA's most dangerous backcourts.Could the Detroit Pistons have ever realistically traded for Devin Booker? And if there was an opportunity, when was the right time for Detroit to make its move?Lance also breaks down how Booker would fit alongside Cade Cunningham, including what a Booker-Cade backcourt could mean for the Pistons offense and whether Booker is the type of elite scorer Detroit needs next to its franchise player.Plus, Lance takes a closer look at Devin Booker's massive contract and whether his salary would make acquiring him too risky for Detroit. Booker signed a major extension with Phoenix that keeps him tied to the franchise for years and makes any potential trade a massive financial commitment.Finally, where would there be more pressure on Devin Booker: staying in Phoenix as the face of the Suns, or coming home to Detroit and joining Cade Cunningham and a Pistons team with championship expectations?Topics discussed:Devin Booker and Cade Cunningham's potential fitCould the Detroit Pistons trade for Devin Booker?When Detroit should have pursued BookerDevin Booker's contract and salaryIs Booker worth the financial commitment?The pressure on Booker in Phoenix vs. DetroitCan Booker be the perfect No. 2 option next to Cade?Detroit Pistons news, rumors and analysisSubscribe to 3 Championship Drive for more Detroit Pistons news, trade rumors, player analysis, NBA discussion, and Cade Cunningham coverage.#DetroitPistons #Pistons #DevinBooker #CadeCunningham #NBARumors #PistonsNewsIf you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow 3 Championship Drive on Spotify and subscribe on YouTube for daily Detroit Pistons coverage. From trade rumors and free agency to NBA Draft scouting reports and game analysis, we've got Pistons fans covered all year long. Leave a 5-star rating, share the podcast with another Pistons fan, and join the conversation in the comments. New episodes every week.

Should the Chicago Bulls stop chasing incremental upgrades and save their assets for the player who can actually change the franchise ceiling?On today's Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down one of the biggest questions of the Bryson Graham rebuild: when should the Bulls finally cash in their flexibility? Chicago has kept its books clean with Josh Giddey on a flat contract, Caleb Wilson and Matas Buzelis on rookie-scale deals, movable veteran contracts like Norman Powell, Nic Claxton, Isaac Okoro and Jalen Smith, plus additional draft capital from the Ayo Dosunmu trade. That flexibility matters — but only if Graham uses it at the right time.Haize explains why Chicago should call about players like Jericho Sims, Jordan Hawkins, Peyton Watson and Scoot Henderson, but also why there is a major difference between a value move and a franchise-altering move. The Bulls still need to learn what Caleb Wilson, Matas Buzelis and Josh Giddey truly are before spending major assets on the wrong star or the wrong position.The show dives into the major evaluation questions: Is Caleb a No. 1 option, elite No. 2 or high-level starter? Is Matas a true second star or more of a third option? Does Giddey scale as the long-term playoff point guard? Which young players — Rob Dillingham, Dailyn Swain, Noa Essengue and Leonard Miller — are real rotation assets? And does the Wilson-Claxton frontcourt actually work offensively?Plus, Haize builds a Bulls star-target board featuring Paolo Banchero, Donovan Mitchell, Franz Wagner, Devin Booker, Evan Mobley, Zion Williamson, Tyler Herro, Michael Porter Jr. and more — while explaining why Chicago cannot spend superstar ammunition on secondary pieces.

#273: Steve Scalzi is an assistant coach with the Detroit Pistons and now the Head Coach of the Motor City Cruise. He brings extensive experience in coaching, player development, leadership, and team building at the highest levels of basketball. Throughout his career, Scalzi has worked within highly competitive collegiate and professional environments, developing a deep understanding of what it takes to build strong teams, cultivate a winning culture, and maximize individual potential. His stops include Boston College, Northeastern, OKC Thunder, Phoenix Suns, and the Detroit Pistons. He has coached players like Russell Westbrook, Kevin Durant, Chris Paul, Paul George, Carmelo Anthony, Devin Booker, Cade Cunningham, and Jalen Duran. He has coached alongside Darko Rajakovic, Scott Brooks, Billy Donovan, Mark Daigneault, Monty Williams, & BJ Bickerstaff, as well as Sam Presti. His experience provides valuable insight into leadership, organizational culture, performance, and the pursuit of excellence, principles that extend well beyond the basketball court. Today, he brings that perspective to Building Excellence to discuss the people, principles, and practices that drive sustained success.For more on Steve you can check out the Detroit Pitons and motor City Cruise Website, as well as Linkedin. Enjoy the show! 

Bickley & Marotta talk Devin Booker, go through Social Studies and talk to Diamondbacks TV broadcaster Todd Walsh. 

It's a lighter Friday edition of the Shootaround, and Robert Horry and Rob Jenners are catching up on everything they didn't get to during the July 4th break. First up: the NBA's new one-free-throw rule getting tested at Summer League, and why Horry thinks turning two free throws into one is a solution looking for a problem.   From there it's a quick hit on the Jaguars' reported talks to relocate to London, a look at which current NBA stars have stuck with their teams the longest (Steph Curry leads the pack, with Draymond Green and Devin Booker not far behind), and a debate over whether any of them actually retire where they are.   Then things get silly: a listener sends in a Pacman Jones clip claiming South Carolina had a McDonald's inside the football locker room, which sends Horry and Jenners down a rabbit hole on mispronounced words, a viral video of a five-year-old Mets fan begging to switch to the Yankees, and the fan bases everybody loves to hate on but never actually leaves.   They close things out on a genuinely good note, answering a listener question about the coolest thing Horry's ever done for someone else — a story about giving up hospital privileges for other families with sick kids.   00:00  Cold Open & Intro 00:30  Should the NBA Test a One-Free-Throw Rule? 04:00  Should the Jaguars Move to London? 06:00  Giannis Leaves Milwaukee: Who's Been There Longest? 08:00  Will Any of These NBA Stars Retire Elsewhere? 10:00  The Great McDonald's-in-the-Locker-Room Debate 12:00  Words We All Mispronounce (Pecan, Caribbean & More) 13:00  A Viral Mets Kid Breaks Everyone's Heart 15:00  Fanbases We Love to Hate On 17:30  Listener Question: The Coolest Thing You've Ever Done 19:00  Closing Thoughts & Sign-Off

Luke and John Lund discuss if Devin Booker really has one of the worst contracts in the NBA and if Zac Gallen can get back on track like Merrill Kelly has been able to.

Send us Fan MailWe rank the NBA players facing the most pressure to win a championship next season, using a simple benchmark for when real legacy judgment should start. We also separate true superstar expectations from All-Star hype, then debate how Finals trips, MVP talk, injuries, and roster moves change the heat. • Why Year Seven or Year Eight becomes the pressure point for championship expectations • How NBA history shapes modern ring narratives and legacy arguments • Tré's six most-pressured players list: Luka Doncic, Joel Embiid, Jayson Tatum, Donovan Mitchell, Devin Booker, Anthony Edwards • Which established champions have little to no title pressure left • Luka versus Embiid for the No. 1 pressure spot and why public perception matters • Why Tatum still feels pressure even with a ring and no Finals MVP • Why Mitchell and Booker rank lower and what “Top 10” really means • Why Anthony Edwards enters the critique window and what a title would do to his legacy Please make sure to like, subscribe, comment, tell anyone who's anyone about the showSupport the showhttps://linktr.ee/GetABucketShow for more content!!!

Welcome back to The Valley Verdict! Today, we are tearing through a packed local slate, diving deep into the massive waves of change hitting Valley sports. From jersey number history to introductory press conferences and rookie minicamps, we've got all the exclusive media sound clips and post-game breakdowns you need.In this episode:00:00 - Welcome09:55 - Suns Draft Special: Gregory & Peat Sound OffBreaking down a massive, high-stakes NBA Draft night where the front office shook up the first round. We unpack the recent social media buzz surrounding Devin Booker's legacy and look closely at the family history and meaning behind the decision to switch his official jersey number to #15. We go through the raw press availability of General Manager Brian Gregory following the team's trade-up to select hometown star Koa Peat. Then, we listen directly to Peat's introductory press conference as "Mr. Arizona" officially comes home to play for the franchise he watched growing up.1:06:50 - ASU Basketball: The Randy Bennett Era BeginsShifting gears to Tempe as Sun Devil basketball undergoes a total cultural and tactical reset. We dissect the immediate media availability notes from newly minted head coach Randy Bennett following Tuesday's intense summer practice session. We evaluate how his legendary blueprint is already being implemented on the hardwood to navigate the grueling landscape ahead.1:30:00 - Cardinals: Breaking Down Mandatory Mini-CampSifting through the raw locker room audio and media notes from the gridiron as the program wraps up its offseason program. We dive into the exact quotes from Head Coach Mike LaFleur as he addresses the media on back-to-back days on June 9th and 10th to outline the squad's physical standards. Plus, we look at the mindsets of rookie pillars Carson Beck and Jeremiyah Love as they wrap up mandatory camp work and shift their focus to training camp.Follow The Valley Verdict:YouTube: @TheValleyVerdictFacebook: @TheValleyVerdictInstagram: @TheValleyVerdictPodcast

It's Friday, which means Rob Jenners, Robert Horry, and B-Dog are back to clear the table on everything that didn't make it into Tuesday's show. Episode 138 of the Shoot Around goes hard on KD's revisionist history, the top NBA salaries heading into next season, and a rapid-fire rumor mill that covers LeBron, Ja Morant, the Knicks' title defense, and what San Antonio needs to stay dangerous.   First up: Kevin Durant went on a Barstool podcast this week and tried to explain why he left OKC for Golden State back in 2016 — claiming the Warriors were basically underdogs when he showed up. The guys are not buying it. At all. Rob runs through the receipts: 73-9, the 67-win season before that, the title, the back-to-back three-point records. Big Shot Bob's verdict? KD just be talking.   Then it's a quick trivia spin on the top 10 NBA salaries going into next year. Steph Curry sits at number one at $62.5 million — at 38 years old. The guys try to fill in the rest of the list: Jokic, Tatum, AD, Giannis, Embiid, Jaylen Brown, Devin Booker, KAT, and Jimmy Butler round it out. Luka, for the record, is not on it.   From there it's rumor mill time. Is Ja Morant actually movable, or does that $42 million contract scare everyone off? How long before LeBron makes a call — and does he go back to the Lakers, consider Cleveland, or is there an outside shot he links up with Giannis in Miami? The Knicks just won a title but James Dolan's already drawing a line at the second apron, which means Clarkson, Robinson, and Shamet are probably all walking. And San Antonio: what exactly do the Spurs spend their $44 million in cap space on to get back to where they were in the Finals?   Harp floats Dwight Howard as a San Antonio option. Rob closes his laptop. The show pretty much ends itself from there.   New episodes of the Shoot Around drop every Friday. Subscribe so you don't miss a drop.   00:00 — Cold Open / Intro 00:30 — What Is the Shoot Around & How to Find Us 01:00 — KD's Barstool Interview: The Warriors Were Underdogs? 03:00 — Breaking Down How Good Golden State Was Before KD Arrived 05:00 — KD Wants to Be the Reason — But Only for the Wins 07:00 — Steph Curry Is Still the Highest-Paid Player in the NBA 07:30 — Top 10 NBA Salaries Trivia Game 11:00 — Rumor Mill Roundup Intro 11:30 — Ja Morant: Trade Bait or Too Much Baggage? 13:30 — LeBron James: Is He Coming Back & Where Does He Go? 16:30 — Could LeBron End Up in Miami With Giannis? 18:30 — Knicks Title Defense: Can They Run It Back? 20:30 — San Antonio Spurs: What Do They Need to Stay Competitive? 23:00 — Harp Suggests Dwight Howard (Rob Logs Off) 25:00 — Big Men, Free Agents & Final Thoughts

Who are the 20 best players in the NBA heading into next season? We're doing the impossible: a way-too-early ranking of the league's elite and debating which stars belong in each tier. We start with the true franchise carriers—Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic, Victor Wembanyama, and Giannis Antetokounmpo—the superstars capable of dragging a team into contention. Then we break down the No. 1 options who can lead championship runs with the right supporting cast, including Luka Dončić, Jalen Brunson, Anthony Edwards, Tyrese Haliburton, and Jayson Tatum. We also discuss the players we still need to see more from, including Cade Cunningham, Donovan Mitchell, and Karl-Anthony Towns, plus rank a loaded wing group featuring Kawhi Leonard, Jalen Williams, and Jaylen Brown. Can Tyrese Maxey and Scottie Barnes save the East Play-In tier? And where do NBA legends Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, and LeBron James belong as they continue to defy Father Time? Plus, we reveal the stars who just missed the cut, including Bam Adebayo, Devin Booker, Jamal Murray, and Pascal Siakam.   RealGM Radio is your top spot for the best weekly NBA coverage. Subscribe to get RealM 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.

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Wolf and Luke discuss if we could see a different version of Devin Booker after his number change and if the Arizona Diamondbacks should still be buyers at the trade deadline.

Jon Bloom joins Wolf and Luke to discuss Devin Booker changing his number from 1 to 15, the Phoenix Suns reportedly bringing back Collin Gillespie and Jordan Goodwin, and what the Suns could do in the NBA Draft.

Bickley and Tim Ring talk Suns, Diamondbacks and go through Rush Hour Reboot.

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Bickley and Marotta talk Diamondbacks, are joined by Rob Frredrickson, and Bickley Blasts on the Suns.

Devin Booker changes his number.

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Brandyn Garcia discusses turning Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker's signature shoes into baseball cleats, why he is having so much success this season and who in the clubhouse he has learned the most from.

Wolf and Kellan Olson discuss if Devin Booker can be like Jalen Brunson and if the Arizona Diamondbacks rotation is getting back on track.

Bickley and Marotta talk Diamondbacks, Bickley Blasts on the Suns, and we're joined by Eddie Johnson.

Dr. A Mark C identify dynasty fantasy basketball players whose value may never be higher. The crew debates whether managers should move stars like Devin Booker, Josh Giddey, Domantas Sabonis, and Ausar Thompson, before tackling the biggest dynasty question of all: Is Nikola Jokic actually a sell-high asset? Presented by FanDuel Download the SportsEthos App on the APP Store and Google Play! FantasyPass now includes DAILY PROJECTIONS - perfect for DFS and head-to-head leagues. Join the Discussion on DISCORD for real-time advice and community support. Subscribe, Rate, and Review on Apple and Spotify for expert updates and tips! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bickley and Marotta talk Suns, Bickley Blasts on the Diamondbacks, and we're joined by Mike Sando.

The New York Knicks are headed to the NBA Finals, and their run raises a fascinating team-building question: how did they build a championship contender without relying on homegrown lottery picks? Wes Goldberg is joined by Gavin Schall of Locked On Knicks to break down how New York built its Finals team around Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby, Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges. Unlike past Knicks regimes that chased shortcuts with moves like Eddy Curry, Joakim Noah, Andrea Bargnani and Steve Francis, this version of the Knicks showed patience, adjusted the roster over time and built a real championship formula. Then, John Wilmes of RealGM joins to talk about the biggest NBA offseason questions. What should the Cleveland Cavaliers do after falling short? Where could Giannis Antetokounmpo or Kawhi Leonard land if they hit the trade market? What happens with Ja Morant? And which surprise stars — including Devin Booker, Joel Embiid, Kyrie Irving, Alperen Sengun and Zion Williamson — could become trade candidates? Subscribe to RealGM Radio for NBA Finals analysis, offseason rumors, trade talk and smart basketball conversations. RealGM Radio is your top spot for the best weekly NBA coverage. Subscribe to get RealM 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.

Aaron Bruski and Dr. A wrap up their fantasy basketball busts series by analyzing disappointing seasons from Devin Booker, Anthony Edwards, Paolo Banchero, and more. They discuss what went wrong, bounce-back potential, and where these players should be drafted next season. The episode closes with NBA playoff reactions and series breakdowns. Presented by FanDuel Download the SportsEthos App on the APP Store and Google Play! FantasyPass now includes DAILY PROJECTIONS - perfect for DFS and head-to-head leagues. Join the Discussion on DISCORD for real-time advice and community support. Subscribe, Rate, and Review on Apple and Spotify for expert updates and tips! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This episode covers the biggest debates across the NFL, NBA, and MLB. We start with the NFL by ranking the most improved defenses and offenses after the offseason. Teams discussed include the Rams, Bengals, Panthers, Ravens, Titans, Jets, Saints, Raiders, Texans, Chiefs, and more as we debate which franchises made the biggest leap heading into the season. Then we shift to the NBA for “Way or No Way: Trade Edition,” breaking down whether some of the league's biggest stars could realistically be moved. We discuss Jaylen Brown, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Trae Young, Donovan Mitchell, Anthony Davis, Ja Morant, Kevin Durant, Zion Williamson, Devin Booker, Kyrie Irving, and others. In MLB, we debate whether there's any player you would rather build your franchise around than Elly De La Cruz, comparing him to names like Bobby Witt Jr., James Wood, Roman Anthony, Fernando Tatis Jr., Vlad Guerrero Jr., and more. We also close with a Sports Scantron segment asking which team has the best chance to beat the Dodgers this season: Cubs, Padres, Yankees, Braves, or Pirates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

First Take begins with the Big Apple Beatdown! The Knicks CRUSHED, DEMOLISHED, DESTROYED, and EMBARRASSED the Hawks. A 51 point loss at home? C'monnn Dyson Daniels?? OG Anunoby hit how many threes? Kat ANOTHER triple double?? New York forever baby!!! (0:00) Then. Jokic is toast! Best player in the league belt? Gone! Legacy? In the gutter! (23:50) Next, Suns owner Mat Ishbia wants Devin Booker to retire with the Suns. Is he telling the truth, or upping Booker's trade value? (39:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ben Maller talks about LeBron James claiming that Al Pacino was blown away by his Godfather movie knowledge, Draymond Green saying that Steve Kerr held him back from reaching his full potential, Suns owner Matt Ishbia saying Devin Booker isn't getting traded, Maller to the Third Degree, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wes Goldberg and Mike Shearer break down how the Rockets have come back in their series vs the Lakers and who has the edge in Pistons-Magic and Cavs-Raptors. Then they dive into their Good Takes about Karl-Anthony Towns' new role with the Knicks, NBA draft lottery reform and a way to reward No. 1 seeds in the playoffs before laying out their offseason plan for the Suns. 00:00 — Have Rockets Flipped Lakers Series? 10:59 — Cavs-Raptors 24:47 — Pistons-Magic 33:03 — Good Take: Karl-Anthony Towns makes the Knicks the favorite 47:04 — Good Take: NBA Draft lottery reform 58:59 — And-1: Changes to NBA playoff seeding 1:04:06 — Suns Offseason   RealGM Radio is your top spot for the best weekly NBA coverage. Subscribe to get RealM 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.

Jared and Mo discuss the Spurs' rollicking win over the Blazers, the Sixers living to fight another day against the Celtics, the Knicks taking control of their series against the Hawks, the Nuggets staying alive against the Timberwolves, the Magic putting the Pistons on the brink, the Thunder putting the Suns out of their misery, and the latest anti-tanking proposal. 0:57 Spurs-Blazers 18:23 Celtics-76ers 26:26 Knicks-Hawks 37:14 Nuggets-Timberwolves 41:44 Pistons-Magic 51:41 Thunder-Suns 1:00:25 Lottery reform   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

First Take resumes with shock and awe in the NBA's tightest Rookie of The Year race yet! Cooper Flagg had multiple 50 point games on one of the worst teams in the league, while Kon led the league in 3s on the upstart Hornets! Was Flagg the right choice? (0:00) Then, should Devin Booker split town and join up with another star, or can he lure someone down to sunny Arizona? (13:30) Next, are the Knicks doomed? (25:40) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Timberwolves backing up their trash talk by thrashing the Nuggets at home and discussing how much danger Denver is in. Then, ESPN's Vince Goodwill joins to help make sense of another chaotic finish between the Knicks & Hawks including if it is time for New York to press the panic button. Next, we tackle the Raptors impressive home win over the Cavs before giving out some major injury updates in some key playoff series. Finally, more foul drama in OKC this time from Devin Booker and the Suns, anything more than meets the eye here? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"James was terrible tonight, through and through." Dan says we'll get to the NBA now, but we need approximately 8 more minutes on something else first. We have never seen a player directly go after a referee the way Devin Booker did last night, but who should we blame more for the Thunder's flopping: the refs or the Thunder themselves? Plus, Jeremy gets kicked out of the room but returns to deliver a tight five on yesterday's show. Breathy, though. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this edition of Stugotz and Company LIVE!:Stugotz and company give out their bold takes for the first round of the NFL Draft. Stu and the guys react to the news of the Bucks' new coaching hire. Stu and guys welcome NFL Analyst Chris Simms onto the show to break down the draft. Plus, Izzy weighs in on a controversy Devin Booker before the guys partake in "Think About It Thursday". #Stugotz #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's word of the day is ‘abnormal' as in the Mets as in Juan Soto as in Francisco Lindor as in group texts. The losing streak is over! The Mets have done it! A 3-2 game that felt more like a World Series Game 7. What a moment! But, we need to address this Soto texting situation. A veteran Mets player said it was normal. I am telling you it's not. (10:25) The Phillies are in trouble now. No more Mets streak so the Phillies are in the spotlight. The losing is too much, but Dave Dombrowski says it's not that bad… yet. (18:50) This Mike Vrabel story is now fully out of control. I cannot believe it. (30:50) Review: Wuthering Heights. (33:10) Devin Booker is going to get fiend. It's a given. He called out the officials by name after the loss to the Thunder. Wow. (44:05) George Pickens isn't getting a longterm deal this season. The Cowboys said it ain't happening. The bigger story here is that it was Stephen Jones who was the messenger, not Jerry. (49:20) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

T.J. Moe and Dre Baldwin join Jason to discuss Mike Vrabel's decision to miss day three of the NFL Draft seeking family counseling amid reports it could be an extended leave. What does this mean for the Patriots short-term during the draft and OTAs? Jay Skapinac and Jason address Phoenix star Devin Booker calling out a referee after the Suns lost game two of their playoff series against San Antonio. Carter Price makes his first appearance today breaking down all things NFL Draft. Shaun King's weekly appearance runs the gamut, including Vrabel, the Dallas Cowboys' decision to pass on extending WR George Pickens, and Kansas City Chiefs head coach vouching for Justin Fields as potential starter if Patrick Mahomes' return is delayed starting the 2026 season. Jason runs the final lap solo, declaring Nick Khan a perfect choice for college sports commissioner. ​​Today's Sponsors: PreBorn PreBorn has helped rescue more than 400,000 babies, and every single day, they continue that work by offering mothers something powerful and life-changing: an ultrasound. Will you help us? Just dial #250 and say the keyword “BABY” or donate securely at https://Preborn.com/FEARLESS  Animal Farm Animal Farm is a bold animated adaptation of George Orwell's classic tale. See Animal Farm in theaters May 1st. Tickets are available now at https://angel.com/animalfarm. Recommended for ages 11 and up. ➢ Subscribe to Jason's other channel https://www.youtube.com/JasonWhitlock?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockClips?sub_confirmation=1 ➢ Connect with Jason on Social Media:  https://x.com/JasonWhitlock  https://www.instagram.com/realjasonwhitlock/ https://www.facebook.com/jasonwhitlock ➢ Send Jason an Email FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com ➢ Support The Blaze Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘abnormal' as in the Mets as in Juan Soto as in Francisco Lindor as in group texts. The losing streak is over! The Mets have done it! A 3-2 game that felt more like a World Series Game 7. What a moment! But, we need to address this Soto texting situation. A veteran Mets player said it was normal. I am telling you it's not. (10:25) The Phillies are in trouble now. No more Mets streak so the Phillies are in the spotlight. The losing is too much, but Dave Dombrowski says it's not that bad… yet. (18:50) This Mike Vrabel story is now fully out of control. I cannot believe it. (30:50) Review: Wuthering Heights. (33:10) Devin Booker is going to get fiend. It's a given. He called out the officials by name after the loss to the Thunder. Wow. (44:05) George Pickens isn't getting a longterm deal this season. The Cowboys said it ain't happening. The bigger story here is that it was Stephen Jones who was the messenger, not Jerry. (49:20) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan and Tiki analyze the Knicks' strategy heading into Game 3 against the Hawks, emphasizing the importance of rotation changes and Karl-Anthony Towns' aggression. They criticize Aaron Boone for platooning Ben Rice with Paul Goldschmidt, arguing Rice has earned an everyday role despite the team's winning streak. The discussion also covers NFL Draft time predictions and Devin Booker's comparison of NBA officiating to the WWE. 01:20 - Patriots Coaching Rumor Debate 04:00 - Knicks Game 3 Strategy 08:54 - Knicks Fan Attendance Outlook 12:58 - NFL Draft Timing Predictions 17:51 - Booker Slams NBA Officiating 20:15 - Ben Rice Platoon Debate 27:25 - Jets And Giants Strategy 40:10 - Draft Day Trade Scenarios

Memphis social media was in a frenzy yesterday after Adam Silver said he'd like to see the Grizzlies play some regular season games in Nashville. Chris talks about why people shouldn't be upset about that (3:00). Pistons rolled the Magic in Game 2...well, really they rolled them in the 3rd quarter (25:07), Devin Booker calls out the refs after their Game 2 loss at OKC and Chris talks about why NBA fans are starting to turn on the Thunder (32:40). NY Post published "new" pics of Patriots Head Coach Mike Vrabel and former Athletic Reporter Diana Russini....these are from 6 years ago...why are photos from 6 years ago now surfacing??? (52:27). NFL Draft Round 1 is tonight, what stood out in the final mock drafts that had us doing Brian Windhorst fingers, why Ty Simpson is likely to go in the first round, the teams that actually might trade up, if the Titans can come away with Jeremiyah Love and more (1:08:51). We've got Game 3's tonight between Hawks/Knicks, Raptors/Cavs, Nuggets/T'Wolves (1:27:57)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

Good Morning it's time to get Up with a Thunder storm. SGA goes off on the Suns and then Devin Booker goes off on the officials. Plus - draft day is finally here... #1 seems set in stone, but will we see chaos after that? We've got every angle covered. And - it wouldn't be draft day without drama in Dallas.... Is Jerry making a big mistake when it comes to his star receiver? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Good Morning it's time to get Up with a Thunder storm. SGA goes off on the Suns and then Devin Booker goes off on the officials. Plus - draft day is finally here... #1 seems set in stone, but will we see chaos after that? We've got every angle covered. And - it wouldn't be draft day without drama in Dallas.... Is Jerry making a big mistake when it comes to his star receiver? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz and Izzy open the show by discussing the NBA waiving the 65-game rule before getting into their excitement levels for the playoffs. The Knicks have been running more pick-and-rolls between Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns, and Taylor asks if that’s a case of saving something for the playoffs. The crew also debates whether Devin Booker has lived up to expectations in Phoenix. Then, Shawne Merriman joins the show to discuss the latest headlines surrounding the NFL Draft and the league.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Logan Murdock, Raja Bell and Howard Beck are back with another edition of Real Ones and react to the wild Tuesday night Play-In games. The Hornets defeated the Heat in OT thanks to LaMelo's late game bucket. What are the chances of the Hornets taking a team deep in the first round? Plus, the Suns fell to the Blazers in the western conference play-in. Should they consider trading Devin Booker? Plus, the mailbag!(0:00) Intro (1:14) Fan Duel ad break (2:38) Hornets-Heat (3:52) Lamelo Controversy (28:14) Amazon Prime ad break (28:45) Fan Duel ad break (29:54) Blazers-Suns presented by Ferrero (45:58) Mailbag Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard BeckProducers: Victoria Valencia and Clifford AugustinAdditional Production Support: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Hit the mailbag! ⁠realonesmailbag@gmail.com⁠The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out ⁠rg-help.com⁠ to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Order and it will come. Like today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NFL's “Inspire Change" initiative inspired the Atlanta Hawks to honor Magic City and the strip club's lemon-pepper wings. The Hawks refer to the strip club as one of the city's iconic cultural institutions. Jason is joined by Dre Baldwin, Jay Skapinac, and Steve Kim as they discuss the Hawks' pride in being considered the strip-club capital of the world. They also touch on Warren Sapp being the latest departure from Colorado and reflect on head coach Deion Sanders. Additionally, they discuss the Lakers' loss to the Phoenix Suns, who played without their top two scorers, Devin Booker and Dillon Brooks. Megan Rapinoe shares her thoughts on the locker-room celebration of the U.S. men's Olympic hockey team. Jason wraps the show with Coach J.B.'s weekly visit. ​​Today's Sponsors: ➢ Subscribe Jason's other channel https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony  https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG  ➢ Connect with Jason on Social Media:  https://x.com/WhitlockJason https://www.instagram.com/realjasonwhitlock/ https://www.facebook.com/jasonwhitlock ➢ Send Jason an Email FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com ➢ Support The Blaze Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices