Podcast appearances and mentions of Kawhi Leonard

"How about those young hoes from Washington?" Mike has a NASCAR update, but he, Zas, and Amin are a bit distracted by a certain celebrity on a jet ski. Plus, Amin explains how Kawhi Leonard could end up in Toronto on the cheap, JuJu and Trysta tell the rest of the crew about the WNBA's young hoes, and an Elementary School teacher has a great new creation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Bertrand and McKone react to Roman Anthony hitting a home run in Worcester. Is the Red Sox outfielder nearing a return as Boston prepares for a big series against the Yankees. (6:06) Are the Red Sox capable of making a run to the World Series. (17:53) Zo and Beetle talk about the ownership situation going on in LA, as well as the NBA not finding any evidence against the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard. Could the Celtics and Bill Chisholm still have found a way to pay Jaylen Brown. (29:44) Beetle is wishing for Fall and cooler weather. Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tony opens the show by talking about a big night for the Nats, and he also talks about playing golf with two kids, and then with Gary Williams. Brian Windhorst calls in to talk about the NBA's investigation into the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard, and also about the Buss family feud amidst the sale of the Lakers. Paul Finebaum calls in to talk about players leaving pro teams to go back and play in college, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : New Relics “Dreaming Now” ; “Lonely”

Will is joined by friend of the show and fellow pod slanderer Asad to check in all things Raptors. What else has Kawhi done? What's next for Scottie Barnes? Does RJ get extended? Who is up next?#raptors #torontoraptors #nba #kawhileonardReach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lucas, Rob, and Shap get together to talk about actual Clipper moves in the midst of the Kawhi Aspiration saga STILL not being done. Bradley Beal returns to the Clippers and Max Strus was brought in as part of the Peyton Watson deal that sadly landed Watson on a team that's not the Clippers. What do the guys think about this jumble on players at the guard on wing on this squad? What moves are left? When will Kawhi be gone?

Big Ben talks about Von Miller getting signed by the Cowboys, Dan Campbell advocating for replay monitors on the sideline, the NBA concluding their investigation and finding no wrong doing by Steve Ballmer with Kawhi Leonard, Maller's Mountain of Money: Edward Norton Edition, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Ric Bucher opens this episode of On The Ball by addressing the backlash to his recent WNBA commentary — including criticism from former ESPN colleague Jemele Hill — and explains why he believes social-media outrage routinely turns nuanced arguments into something they were never intended to be.Then comes the bigger NBA issue: Are teams still being constructed primarily to win championships?The four-team trade sending Peyton Watson from the Denver Nuggets to the Cleveland Cavaliers is the latest example of why Ric believes instant NBA trade grades are nearly worthless. Denver didn't lose Watson because it suddenly decided he wasn't worth keeping. His new contract would've pushed the Nuggets' luxury-tax bill from roughly $68 million to more than $220 million. The real mistake, Ric argues, came years earlier, when organizational dysfunction between former coach Michael Malone and GM Calvin Booth squandered precious seasons of Nikola Jokic's prime.Ric applies the same long-term test to the Celtics' Jaylen Brown trade, the Clippers' acquisition of Max Strus, and other moves increasingly dictated by the NBA's punitive second apron. The result? Instead of asking how Denver can put another championship roster around Jokic, fans are left discussing tax bills, cap sheets and whether Jokic eventually needs to leave.But the money isn't the only thing changing the league. Ric examines the transformation of NBA ownership from locally rooted businessmen who viewed players as employees into globally connected billionaires who may see franchise ownership as membership in an exclusive social club — with superstar players becoming prized relationships as much as prized employees. That shift, he argues, has changed the balance of power among owners, stars, agents and even the reporters who cover them.Has the modern NBA become better at creating billionaires than creating champions?00:00 — Welcome to On The Ball01:15 — Why Ric changed the show's introduction02:20 — Responding to the backlash over the WNBA episode03:13 — Jemele Hill's criticism and what Ric actually said04:49 — The question about WNBA broadcast diversity05:15 — Lynx-Valkyries and the problem with “safe” commentary07:15 — Transgender athletes and what Ric says his argument actually was09:01 — Men's scout teams, women's basketball and competitive advantage10:12 — Peyton Watson traded: why Denver's return isn't the real story11:32 — Why Ric says NBA trade grades are “worthless”12:16 — Why Denver couldn't afford Watson's $88 million deal13:00 — The real Nuggets failure: Malone, Booth and wasted Jokic years14:15 — How close Denver may have been to more championships15:08 — Why Jokic's best championship window may already have been squandered15:52 — Cleveland's tax savings and the contradiction in grading the trade16:45 — Denver's real grade: wasting two prime Jokic seasons16:59 — Jalen Brown to Philadelphia: why that trade can't be graded yet18:19 — Boston's squandered opportunities with Brown and Tatum18:41 — Clippers get Max Strus — but what's their actual plan?19:57 — Giannis, Jokic, Steph and the Clippers' possible 2027 strategy20:25 — The NBA's second apron is changing the purpose of trades21:00 — Denver's “yard sale” and why Jokic departure talk is inevitable21:51 — Jalen Brunson's sacrifice vs. what Jokic may eventually face22:43 — How a new generation of NBA owners changed the league23:37 — Are NBA teams becoming billionaire status symbols?24:07 — From employees to “wingmen”: how owners now view superstars25:03 — Steve Ballmer, Kawhi Leonard and modern owner-player relationships25:28 — How agents and NBA newsbreakers became intertwined26:36 — Why losing old-school owners like Jeanie Buss matters27:27 — What disappearing local ownership means for NBA fans27:40 — Closing thoughts#NBA #NikolaJokic #DenverNuggets #PeytonWatson #ClevelandCavaliers #BostonCeltics #JalenBrown #WNBA #JemeleHill #JeanieBuss #Lakers #NBATrades #OnTheBall #RicBucherSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Clippers are still making moves despite the Kawhi trade hold up, and this one was great! Clips n Dip talk adding Max Strus, what his fit looks like on this roster, and wonders who will be the next Clip OFF the roster 

Support the show. Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/highscore510  ----more---- We discuss:  INTROS: JD Manning wants to do what to Black Politicians?! 1) NEWS: The Utah African Festival was filled with beautiful whhhite womens {12:25} 2) Question of the Day: Do you want to honored with praise dancers at your funeral? {14:38} 3) POLITICS: US Congresswoman, Alexandria Ocasio Cortez is Single!! Does AG3 prefer her or Lauren Boebert? {19:30} 3) MUSIC: Tyga or Tigga? Has a new 80's themed AI album that received a 0.0 rating by Pitchfork Magazine. We review... {21:23} 4) NEWS Rundown {35:21} Mr Fab Arrested for illegal fireworks White House teleprompter tech placed on leave Donald Trump selling early access tweets for $100k/ month Kathryn Crick has irregular book signing with holy ghosting 5) MMA: Jayden Daniels sedn LSU a cease and desist for his NIL over the #5 {39:17} 6) NFL Rundown (Preseason) {47:07} 7) PATRIOT GAMES: The Patriot Games were an inspiration to all American Teens to stay fit. Thanks Pat Macafee! {59:51} 8) WNBA: Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White declare for the WNBA Draft {1:05:05} 9) NBA: Draymond Green believes Kawhi Leonard shouldn't be punished for his salary cap scam {1:12:58} 10) Ray J faced off against Lori Lightfoot in a boxing match and WON!!! {1:21:48} 11) Cutty Corner Shoutouts {1:22:55}   *Patreon Page: www.patreon.com/highscore510 *Email: (HighScore510.Fans@gmail.com)   *MUSIC BY: Taj Easton (https://www.tajeaston.com)   *SPONSORS: 1) New Parkway Theatre, Oakland: https://www.thenewparkway.com 2) Til Infinity Clothing

Hour 4 of Jake & Ben on August 20, 2026 Live at 5 - Utah Suing Freddie Whittingham is a Bad Look for Everybody Involved Will the Clippers Ever Be Punished For Kawhi Leonard? Redacted

"I won't let Kyra die a second time." We are all so happy to see David Samson return to his regular Thursday spot. He joins us to discuss the pilgrimage he took to begin his healing process and what it was like to stay in hostels across Europe. He also weighs in on the Miami Marlins and their choice not to trade Sandy Alcantara, the NBA's response to the Kawhi Leonard investigation closing, the financial situation that Los Angeles Dodgers owner Mark Walter finds himself in after the sale of the Los Angeles Lakers, and whether or not Adam Silver is a good commissioner. If you would like to contribute to The Kyra Fund in honor of David's daughter, you can donate at this link: https://fundraise.gbmresearch.org/campaign/812889/donate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Midnight Boy and very concerned Lakers fan Jomi Adeniran joins Jason and Tyler to break down an eventful—and suspicious—week in L.A. sports. First, they break down everything surrounding the Lakers sale (including the involvement of the alleged "good" Kushner) and the ongoing Buss family drama. Then, they look at the NBA's investigation into Kawhi Leonard and Steve Ballmer, which is reportedly nearing a conclusion. 02:48: Connecting all the dots on the Lakers Sale16:48: Adam Silver's role in this?29:25: The "good" Kushner31:30: The Buss family drama: Jeanie goes 20-v-142:46: Lakers GM Chris Paul?44:40: The latest on Kawhi57:25: The Pablo Torre of it all01:00:38: The Doomscroll: Bill Gates's daughter and cookie stuffing01:05:50: Evidence in the ice cream box01:09:30: Two origins of life on Earth?01:11:35: The Romans took tax fraud really seriously01:14:55: Military leave for 'GTA VI' Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@waitasecondpodcast Hosts: Jason Concepcion and Tyler ParkerGuest: Jomi AdeniranProducers: T Cruz and Justin SaylesEngineering: Sarah ReddySocial media: Paige Ransbury Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand are joined by SI's Bert Breer. (10:47.68) Breer continues the discussion with Zo and Beetle. What is Breer hearing about Gonzalez's contract negotiations? (25:50) Zo and Beetle talk about the ownership situation going on in LA, as well as the NBA not finding any evidence against the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard. Could the Celtics and Bill Chisholm still have found a way to pay Jaylen Brown. Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's time to settle the debate. After revealing Nos. 10–6 in Part 1, Brad and Ryan are back to unveil their five best players in the Eastern Conference — and in this new-look East, ranking the stars isn't easy. New faces have entered the conference. Familiar faces are wearing new uniforms. And some of the NBA's biggest names are battling for the top spot. Giannis. Tatum. Kawhi. Cade. Tyrese. Brunson. Who belongs in the Top 5? Who's being overrated? Who's being slept on? And ultimately… who is the BEST player in the Eastern Conference? Before the rankings, we go around the league with the latest NBA news, including the Cavs adding Peyton Watson and Max Strus heading to the Clippers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"DARLENE?" We have more information on the Kawhi Leonard scandal and the slant behind the recent reporting. Plus, Mark Walter's sale of the Lakers to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger has not only exposed the NBA's shaky owner finances, but also the future of the Dodgers and whether their massive payroll is built on lies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The JBP kicks off its latest episode with a conversation on colognes and wearing it to the gym (29:30) before Marc Lamont Hill responds to DJ Akademiks after he called out journalists by name for not covering Drake vs. Roc Nation properly (42:23). Stephen A. Smith calls being given a 'thumbs down' award from the National Association of Black Journalists 'highly offensive' (1:18:47), family drama in LA as Jeanie Buss is against her siblings in the sale of the Lakers (1:55:15) which leads to the latest on Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers (2:04:18). Also, Orlando Brown and Ray J fight on an undercard for Claressa Shields title match (2:10:23), a conversation between LeBron and Channing Frye leads the room to pose the question 'can you make someone want it' (2:43:50), *SPOILER ALERT* the latest episode of 'Lioness' (3:07:10), and much more. Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden 

Ireland is joined by Andy Kamenetzky today in the studio! The crew dive back into the news around the Lakers sale and what the latest is with Mark Walter. Should the Dodgers be worried about their recent struggles? The guys discuss the latest around the Clippers and the Kawhi situation. Ice Breakers! How close will the NL MVP race be? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fromm & Obsession Recapstart, bench, cutJayden Daniels #5, Guys football schedule, Kawhi updateLakers sell curveball, Ben Simmons offseason hype again, Dusty Maye leaving for NBADeserted Movies Draft

We spent $80 on six NFL cards—and somehow pulled Patrick Mahomes, Matthew Stafford, Dak Prescott, and more. Now we're giving the entire pack away.

"You know what happens to loose ends, right?" The NBA has completed its investigation into Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers and found no link suggesting Steve Ballmer funneled money to his superstar. How has this happened? Is it time for Adam Silver to get control of the league? Is The Hartford Current a small local paper or an NWSL franchise? What the hell is going on with the sale of the Los Angeles Lakers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rob and Kelvin explain why the NBA being ‘unable’ to prove that Steve Ballmer and the Los Angeles Clippers circumvented the salary cap to pay Kawhi Leonard under the table is further proof that Adam Silver is the softest commissioner in American pro sports, discuss the ongoing battle between Jeanie Buss and her siblings over the sale of the Los Angeles Lakers, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin discuss whether the fallout from this Los Angeles Clippers-Kawhi Leonard investigation should be enough to get rid of the NBA salary cap altogether. Plus, FOX Sports Radio NBA insider Mark Medina checks in to discuss the ongoing battle between former Los Angeles Lakers owner Jeanie Buss and her siblings, the NBA being unable to confirm that Steve Ballmer’s Clippers circumvented the salary cap to pay Kawhi, Russell Westbrook’s basketball legacy, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin explain why the NBA being ‘unable’ to prove that Steve Ballmer and the Los Angeles Clippers circumvented the salary cap to pay Kawhi Leonard under the table is further proof that Adam Silver is the softest commissioner in American pro sports, discuss the ongoing battle between Jeanie Buss and her siblings over the sale of the Los Angeles Lakers, and share their thoughts on the NABJs’ controversial decision to give Stephen A Smith the Thumbs Down award over the weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Ben talks about Jeanie Buss attempting to block the sale of her remaining share of the Lakers, the NBA finding no evidence of wrong-doing with Steve Ballmer and Kawhi Leonard, Maller to the Third Degree, Maller's Mountain of Money: Edward Norton Edition, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about the report that the NBA found no evidence that Steve Ballmer funneled money to Kawhi Leonard, the NBA claiming that the initial report on the investigation into Ballmer 'contains numerous and significant inaccuracies', where this all leaves Pablo Torre, Maller to the Third Degree, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damon Bruce and Ty Butler react to the first week of the NFL preseason and give their thoughts on the 2026 rookie class, including Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson shining for the Las Vegas Raiders and Los Angeles Rams. Then, Damon and Ty give their honest thoughts on the Kansas City Chiefs without Nick around to defend his team, before debating if Von Miller moves the needle for the Dallas Cowboys. Later, Damon and Ty weigh in on the latest updates in the Kawhi Leonard investigation and the Buss family selling their stake in the Los Angeles Lakers. Finally, Damon and Ty answer your questions. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to the Buss family Lakers drama, Mark Walter’s short Lakers era and the NBA’s update on Kawhi and Clippers investigation! Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 00:00 - Introduction05:00 - Jeanie Buss and the Lakers38:50 - Mark Walter's Short Lakers Era Was Filled With Controversy42:05 - NBA Pushes Back on ESPN's Clippers Investigation Report (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Cy Amundson Show, the gang recaps some of the biggest stories from around the world of SPORTS! ------------- The Cy Amundson Show (@cyamundsonshow) is one of the best sports comedy podcasts around with Cy Amundson (@cyamundson), Blake Wexler (@BlakeWexler), Tom Schreier (@tschreier3), Ethan Heidorn (@ethanheidorn), Rob Searles (@RobBob17), and Chelanga Langason (@chelangason). -------------- As always, a special shout-out to our sponsors Bradshaw and Bryant PLLC - Bradshaw and Bryant specialize in Personal Injury Lawsuits and are available for a free consultation ANY time that you are involved in a situation that leads to Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, or other Criminal Defense Matters. Call them for free at 800-770-7008 -------------- Don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes - (The Cy Amundson Show) - each rating gets us higher up on the iTunes charts and brings news fans to the podcast!

The Southeast Division might be the most competitive division in the NBA next season, with the Hawks, Heat, Hornets and Magic all expecting postseason trips and where the Wizards are hoping Trae Young, Anthony Davis and AJ Dybantsa can jumpstart their franchise's fortunes.On this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and Dave discuss some of the biggest questions for this teams, plus react to recent news involving the Clippers and the Kawhi Leonard scandal, the Lakers being flipped under suspect circumstances, and Russell Westbrook retiringFantasy football signups are available at patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfastJoin 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

En este episodio, hablamos del drama con la investigación de los Clippers y la venta de los Lakers y nos vamos a fondo con los Trail Blazers y Bucks analizando su offseason, hacemos trivia y un draft de esos equipos y mucho más. Únete a la comunidad de Whatsapp de Los NBA Freaks:https;//chat.whatsapp.com/FmSCEFkbeLyGzwnzfpSEFJRedes sociales:Facebook, X, Instagram: @losnbafreaksEmail:losnbafreaks@gmail.com

The Buss family has decided to sell its remaining 17.8% stake in the Lo Angeles Lakers to new majority owners Josh Kushner and Bob Iger. Meanwhile, The NBA has found no evidence showing LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer funneled money through team sponsors to pay Kawhi Leonard in order to circumvent the salary cap. Which story is more surprising to hear? What are the big takeaways from both stories?  Which team will Kawhi play for this coming season: the Raptors or Clippers? The 2026 CFB Preseason rankings are out! Is it surprising to see Indiana that low (Ranked #6) on the list? When do we stop thinking about Indiana as what it used to be vs what it is? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adam Schefter, ESPN Sr. NFL Insider joins the show! Adam Schefter Topic Draft. The Buss family has decided to sell its remaining 17.8% stake in the Los Angeles Lakers to new majority owners Josh Kushner and Bob Iger. Meanwhile, The NBA has found no evidence showing LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer funneled money through team sponsors to pay Kawhi Leonard in order to circumvent the salary cap. Which story is more surprising to hear? What are the big takeaways from both stories? PLUS, Two-a-Days: Falcons ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe and the crew dive into the latest Dolphins preseason news, discussing the importance of staying healthy, the continued improvement of Jonah Savaiinaea and Chop Robinson, and whether Miami needs to add another backup quarterback after Quinn Ewers' rough preseason debut. Plus, with the Dolphins' cap space extremely tight, the guys discuss the challenges of filling out the roster. The Marlins' playoff push takes center stage after a controversial call appeared to cost Miami in a loss to the Phillies, with both teams battling for a postseason spot. Joe also reacts to the NBA clearing Clippers owner Steve Ballmer of wrongdoing in the Kawhi Leonard salary-cap controversy and discusses South Florida sports owners. Plus, a wild NFL stat: the Jets went an entire 17-game season without recording an interception.

Joe reacts to the NBA finding no wrongdoing by Clippers owner Steve Ballmer in his handling of Kawhi Leonard after reports alleged the team circumvented the salary cap to pay Leonard. Joe also discusses South Florida's major sports owners, questions the NBA's decision, and points out that despite the Clippers' massive spending, the team still hasn't been able to consistently win.

On Tuesday, Joe Rose and the crew break down the latest from South Florida sports, starting with the Dolphins as they prepare for their preseason matchup with the Giants. The guys discuss Miami's roster battles, Quinn Ewers' rough camp, Chris Bell's return from injury, the development of Jonah Savaiinaea and Chop Robinson, and why Joe's “21 Club” could be crucial to the Dolphins' success. Plus, Kyle Crabbs joins to analyze the Dolphins' offensive line, run game, linebacker room and roster concerns. The Marlins' playoff push continues with a wild loss to the Phillies after a controversial call, while Alex Donno joins to preview the Miami Hurricanes with the college football season just two weeks away, discussing the Canes' loaded skill-position groups, reloaded offensive line and defensive additions. The guys also dive into the changing college football QB landscape, the possibility of quarterbacks making $10 million-plus, the latest NBA controversy involving Steve Ballmer and Kawhi Leonard, and plenty more from Hollywood's Headlines.

The Buss family has decided to sell its remaining 17.8% stake in the Lo Angeles Lakers to new majority owners Josh Kushner and Bob Iger. Meanwhile, The NBA has found no evidence showing LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer funneled money through team sponsors to pay Kawhi Leonard in order to circumvent the salary cap. Which story is more surprising to hear? What are the big takeaways from both stories?  Which team will Kawhi play for this coming season: the Raptors or Clippers? The 2026 CFB Preseason rankings are out! Is it surprising to see Indiana that low (Ranked #6) on the list? When do we stop thinking about Indiana as what it used to be vs what it is? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adam Schefter, ESPN Sr. NFL Insider joins the show! Adam Schefter Topic Draft. The Buss family has decided to sell its remaining 17.8% stake in the Los Angeles Lakers to new majority owners Josh Kushner and Bob Iger. Meanwhile, The NBA has found no evidence showing LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer funneled money through team sponsors to pay Kawhi Leonard in order to circumvent the salary cap. Which story is more surprising to hear? What are the big takeaways from both stories? PLUS, Two-a-Days: Falcons ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

0:00 ... Ross opens the show and introduces the panel .... episode #262 is dedicated to Carmelo Anthony, who set the New York Knicks single game scoring record with 62 points. 0:58 ... Bruce introduces Mike Wise, whose career as an NBA writer has taken him to major outlets like the New York Times, the Washington Post, ESPN, and several other stops along the way.  He was even a rickshaw driver for one of the greatest ballers in the history of basketball. 2:58 ... Mike tells the story of how he befriended Magic Johnson as a high school kid in Hawaii and they played ball with all of his friends. 4:35 ... Mike reflects on the Knicks 2026 championship run and how improbable some of the games were. 7:29 ... Was OG Anunoby's tip in one of the greatest plays in the history of Madison Square Garden? 8:56 ... Mike remembers how Jalen Brunson's dad Rick was a member of the 1999 Knicks team with little Jalen playing around on the court and how that little kid became perhaps the second greatest Knick ever.  Brunson amazes Mike with his skills on the court. 10:56 ... Mike on Knicks fans ... were they as sophisticated as they thought they were? 16:07 .... LeBron goes to Philly and continues his quest to be recognized as the GOAT if he can win 1-2 more championships.  Mike feels LBJ still has a lot to give. 20:18 ... Which opening night matchup is Mike looking forward to the most?  Thunder vs Spurs and Wemby vs Holmgren?  Mike explains. 22:26 ... Ross likes the opener between the Sixers and Knicks as his choice. 23:12 ... What about the Celtics vs Pistons at 2:00pm on a Tuesday as the opener for those two teams? 24:27 ... Has social media made it more difficult for reporters to build relationships with players? 26:38 ... Mike has a great story about Kobe Bryant and how Kobe and he took a car ride where Kobe's musical tastes were on display. 29:05 ... Mike praises two of the best PR guys in the business, Jeff Twiss and Raymond Ridder for their willingness to help reporters gain access to players. 31:10 ... World B asks Mike who his most enjoyable players were to cover ... Bruce Bowen was at the top of his list.  Roger Mason and Garrett Temple were two others.  Temple's dad Collis broke the color barrier at LSU and Garrrett told Mike how his Dad shouted down a future Ku Klux Klan grand wizard on the LSU campus. 34:22 .... Mike has an incredible story about Charles Barkley and how they met in Panama where Mike now lives. 36:00 ... Mike tells a story about Larry Bird and how Barkley showed him a video where Bird did a favor for someone that is mind boggling in its generosity. 38:17 ... Barkley had words of inspiration for Mike's son Oliver during their visit .... and more than a few "F Bombs" were used in the conversation. 38:51 ... Sophie Cunningham has made a lot of enemies due to her opposition to transgender females competing against natural born females.  Mike checks in with his thoughts on the controversy. 41:57 ... Cunningham has publicly stood up for her teammate Caitlin Clark and Bruce was wondering if that may be contributing to some of the animosity towards her from other WNBA players. 44:01 ... Ross asks Mike for his opinion on the Steve Ballmer/Kawhi Leonard/Aspiration investigation. 46:41 ... Bruce is most bothered by the way the investigation has held up the trade involving the Raptors and Clippers and how players like Brandon Ingram and Gradey Dick as well as Leonard are collatoral damage and how unfair it is to them. 47:59 ... Mike thinks there's a good story yet to be written about Kawhi's Uncle Dennis, who may be kind of shady. 49:05 ... Bruce asks Mike, who is good friends with Jeanie Buss what he thinks about the news that Jeanie is taking legal action against her family members who are trying to sell the Buss family's remaining ownership stake in the Lakers. 52:12 ... Bruce thanks Mike for joining the show 53:22 ... Mike has one final story about "Earvin" Johnson on his way out the door ... 54:05 ... Ross wraps the show and says goodbye! TRT 54:38           Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The NBA has found no evidence that the Clippers owner Steve Ballmer funneled money through team sponsors to pay Kawhi Leonard and circumvent the salary cap. What does this mean going forward? The AP top 25 poll for college football came out. Where does USC rank? SHOP TALK. SUPER CROSS TALK with Mike Trudell and Chris McGee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Beyer and Monse Bolanos in for C&R as they discuss the latest reports involving the L.A. Clippers and Kawhi Leonard. Dan and Monse disagree on what Jaxson Dart said after spending some time in the blue tent this weekend. Dan and Monse sum up Angel Reese's game against Caitlin Clark's Fever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan and Monse in for C&R as they discuss the latest reports involving the L.A. Clippers and Kawhi Leonard. Dan and Monse sum up Angel Reese's game against Caitlin Clark's Fever. Dan and Monse then react to comments made by Ric Bucher about men not commentating on the WNBA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn discusses the never-ending free agency saga that is the Peyton Watson discussion. Could the Cleveland Cavaliers recent moves be a stepping stone to acquire Watson from the Denver Nuggets? Ryan discusses Watson, Denver's current bench situation, and the Kawhi Leonard salary cap circumvention story getting a bit more spicy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

8/15/26 Clipps & Drew react to the shocking sale of the Lakers and discuss what this means for the team moving forward. The boys review the current status of the Kawhi Leonard saga after another potential shady deal has been revealed. Clipps & Drew give props to the late great Don Nelson and look back at Russell Westbrook's career as he announces his retirement. Check out www.clippsndrew.com and sign up for our mailing list! Follow us on IG @clippsndrew

Andy and Randy talk about the reports of finding in the Clippers investigation surrounding Kawhi Leonard and also the AP Poll that was released today.

The Giants' sloppy play and lack of fundamentals have been a recurring theme all season, and it's not just the players who are to blame. The manager's leadership and decision-making have also come under scrutiny. John continues to delve into the Giants' woes, discussing the team's record and the impact of their sloppy play on the field. The conversation touches on the manager's role in the team's struggles and whether he should be held accountable for the team's performance, plus his thoughts on Kawhi Leonard and grinding preseason football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"School is back...Jack." Does it make any sense for you to go to college if Chris Cote and Jeremy Tache have ended up in the same place? What in the world happened to Cal Raleigh? Who had the worst drop-off of any QB? Plus, Pablo has the latest details after Part 14 of his series on Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers, including the paper trail with Daktronics. He also explains the questions surrounding Mark Walter, Abu Dhabi, and the $12 billion sale of the Los Angeles Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Kawhi Leonard resurfaces, Pablo shakes loose written proof of the Clippers trying to help make their star do something — anything — for a scoreboard company. David Samson beams in with meditations on an emergency: how the governor of Rhode Island paid hundreds for an NBA ticket, how to hide millions in a stadium construction site... and how much a billionaire owner really knows about the cost of doing business.• More from WPRI on the governor and the Clippers game• Subscribe to Huntebrook Media's newsletter for more investigations• Subscribe to PTFO on YouTube for breaking news, greatest hits and live premieres with PabloPreviously on PTFO:• Part I: The Silent Superstar and the Rotten Apple Tree• Part II: An Argument with Mark Cuban• Part III: The Mystery Investor, the No-Show Payday and the "Smoking Gun"• Part IV: Steve Ballmer, the Other Cuban and the $118 Million Infusion• Part V: Steve Ballmer's "Inconceivable" Donation, the $20 Million Guarantee and a Head on a Spike• Part VI: An IRL Showdown with Mark Cuban• Part VII: The Briefcase, Ballmer's Social Network and Aspiration's House of Cards• Part VIII: Uncle Dennis, Ballmer's $50 Million Sprint and the Side Deal That Wouldn't Die• Part IX: Ballmer's Tree Money, the Whistle-Blowers and the Document You've Been Waiting For• Part X: Steve Ballmer's Victim Impact, the Man Who Prosecuted Aspiration and the Abacus of Incarceration• Part XI: Ballmer's Secret I.O.U., Aspiration's "Web of Lies" and the Zenith of Fraud• Part XII: RIFC, the Impossible Deal and Life After Aspiration• Part XIII: The Halo, Ballmer's Bowl and a New Crisis in the Super-System Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.