Podcast appearances and mentions of Don Nelson

The Athletic's Marcus Thompson II joins Hoopsology to discuss his new book, "Game Changers: The GOATs Who Revolutionized Basketball," and delivers one of the most emotionally resonant conversations about the sport's history you'll hear this year. Marcus explains how the book grew out of his 2021 book "Dynasties," where he realized basketball's greatest eras weren't siloed off from each other but deeply interconnected — you don't get the Warriors without Red Auerbach's Celtics first proving the value of getting from defense to offense faster. Applying that same "family tree" lens to individual players proved far harder, he admits, forcing him to build a strict rubric: not simply the best players, but the ones who fundamentally shifted how we think about the game. Steph Curry anchors that thesis — a player who averaged four threes a game as a rookie and normalized volume three-point shooting for everyone who came after him — but Marcus goes deeper, revealing the uncomfortable truth underneath most "revolutionary" moments: the resistance pioneers had to fight through. Dirk Nowitzki was told by everyone to stop shooting and get into the paint. Steph Curry himself was forced by his high school coach to take five shots a quarter because he didn't want to be seen as a ball hog — the same battle Don Nelson once fought with Steve Nash. And Allen Iverson, Marcus explains with real personal weight as someone who grew up in Oakland, didn't just play differently — he brought an entire culture to the mainstream that the league had spent years trying to airbrush away, literally erasing his tattoos from magazine covers before he made that look the norm. The conversation turns to one of the book's most difficult truths: the WNBA's near-total absence from basketball's collective memory. Marcus speaks with real frustration about players like Tina Thompson, Lauren Jackson, and Ticha Penicheiro — a genuine golden-era Houston Comets dynasty that, in his words, anyone who was actually there knows was special, yet gets dismissed by people who weren't. He connects this to a broader idea he calls "live context" — the impossible-to-translate weight of actually being present for a moment, from waiting all day for a Michael Jordan highlight before the internet existed, to the tension in the building when the Celtics reportedly cut the AC on the Lakers, to the Houston Comets playing on through the grief of teammate Kim Perrot's death. Marcus shares that writing the Candace Parker and Hakeem Olajuwon chapters affected him the most personally, reconnecting him with just how pioneering they both were — Parker as a generational do-it-all talent he'd genuinely forgotten the magnitude of, and Olajuwon as a figure whose story of Muslim identity in America carries a cultural weight rarely discussed in basketball history. Underneath it all is Marcus's real hope for the book: not ending debates about who's the best, but restoring reverence for the players — across the NBA, WNBA, college, high school, and streetball courts alike — whose fights made everything that came after possible.

Send us Fan MailDerek talks with his father, Bay Area broadcaster Greg Papa about the battles he's  faced with his health, how he's feeling today & what's next for his career? Greg then gets back to talking sports again. His thoughts on the 49ers offseason, competition with the Rams & Seahawks, his relationship with Mark Davis & the Raiders organization today, his thoughts on the current state of the Warriors & Giants, stories on Don Nelson, Al Davis, Jon Gruden, Mike Krukow & much more. Support the show

Don Nelson 沒拿過總冠軍，為什麼還是籃球史上的巨人？八月九號到八月十五號的七天裡，NBA 送走了 Don Nelson，Mike D'Antoni 進了名人堂，Russell Westbrook 宣布退休，湖人被賣掉，而 LeBron James 已經是費城 76 人的球員。這集 Hans 找回小人物小鐵，加上 Fu，三個人從 Nellie Ball、控球前鋒、Hack-a-Shaq，一路聊到 Seven Seconds or Less那支「身高比中華隊還要矮」的太陽，再聊到 Westbrook 場下在 South LA 蓋的那間學校，跟一支不到一年就從 100 億美金變成 125 億的球隊。（補充一個節目裡沒展開的背景：今年名人堂同一屆入選的，還有 Seven Seconds or Less 時期的太陽主將 Amar'e Stoudemire。）Hans 在這集講了一句台灣人都聽得懂的話：前人開路，讓人看破。走在前面的人，為什麼總是比較孤獨——這集有答案。

In this B-side episode of Set List and Bruce, Jesse welcomes back Dale Hansen for a wide-ranging conversation that begins with Hansen reflecting on long-winded interviews and leads into his love of Rod Stewart, first seeing him live at the Cowboys' 1996 Super Bowl in Phoenix, and why Stewart's persona, gravelly voice, and story-driven songs resonate with him—so much so that he's planned Rod Stewart songs for his funeral. Hansen then shares memories of late NBA coach Don Nelson, including their first meeting tied to Nelson's 1961 Iowa–Ohio State game and a darkly comic Maui poker story involving Willie Nelson. The discussion also covers Nelson's Dirk Nowitzki draft, Hansen's approach to avoiding definitive hot takes, and why he always believed Troy Aikman would thrive in broadcasting, illustrated with personal stories from an Iowa graduation visit and the “potato salad” saga. https://www.youtube.com/@DallasDialoguewithDale 00:00 Talking Too Much 02:13 B-Side Episode Intro 02:53 Rod Stewart Discovery 04:17 Funeral Playlist Plans 10:59 Don Nelson Tribute 11:34 First Meeting Story 17:11 Maui Poker Tale 24:25 Dirk Draft Debate 27:14 Trusting Coaches and Scouts 29:22 Aikman on the Mic 30:56 Iowa Graduation Surprise 36:53 Potato Salad Legend 41:13 Protecting Sources on Planes 43:22 Winning Over Stats 45:39 Fantasy Numbers Debate 50:45 Podcast and Homeless Crisis 54:30 Final Thanks and Farewell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Chris Mullin joins Bonta Hill, Monte Poole, and Dalton Johnson on "Dubs Talk" to give his thoughts on the Golden State Warriors' offseason thus far. The group dives into where the Warriors sit in the short- and long term after a fairly quiet offseason. Then, the guys look back at Don Nelson's career and legacy.       (02:30) - Chris Mullin joins the show and give his thoughts on the Golden State Warriors' offseason thus far (04:30) - How Yaxel Lendeborg has justified the Warriors picking him at 24 years old (06:00) - Will Yaxel be a Day 1 starter for Steve Kerr? How does he fit best? (09:00) - Longterm, are the Warriors sitting in a good spot with all their picks and salary cap getting cleared? (13:30) - Are the fans out of pocket for their reaction to the Warriors' lack of activity this offseason? (16:00) - Who does Mullin see outside of Steph Curry that can help Golden State get off to a good start without Jimmy Butler? (20:00) - Gui Santos has flown under the radar this offseason, can he make another jump this season and help the Warriors get off to a good start? (24:00) - Remembering Don Nelson: Mullin recalls his first time meeting Nelly (28:00) - Nelson's impact can be seen by the range of NBA names that spoke at his celebration of life, from Gregg Popovich, Steve Nash, Run TMC and more (35:30) - What was the process like for Mullin to bring Nelson back to the Warriors? (38:00) - How Nelly impacted Curry's career (44:30) - Nelson influenced a lot of coaches in the NBA, who influenced Nelly? (46:00) - Nelly was a very accomplished player, but rarely talked about it (49:30) - Nelly had an incredible basketball life, but also a tremendous life off the court (54:00) - Nelson was a genius on the basketball court, but was his brilliance bigger in practice or in the live games? (56:30) - Mullin's funniest Nelson memories 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

The guys analyze the Dallas Cowboys' high-profile signing of future Hall of Fame pass rusher Von Miller. They weigh his mentorship potential and current skill set against the team's defensive needs, while also reflecting on the Texas Rangers' recent road struggles and the memorial services for Don Nelson.

Ben & Skin attended the funeral of former Mavs coach Don Nelson, and they explain why it was the greatest funeral of all time. 

Some funny things that happened at the Don Nelson funeral, make sure to listen to The Big Finish for more stories from Ben and Skin's trip to his funeral. 

Here's Monday's show, featuring some car wash talk, Ben saw something his wife was doing that he can never unsee, stories from the Don Nelson funeral, and a listener tries to win tickets to Journey! 

Paid a tribute to basketball legend Don Nelson's passing and future Hall of Fame, Russell Westbrook's retirement. Lakers get sold 10 months later for an additional $2 billon. The Yankees received a $3 billon financial injection. 2nd year NFL QB claps back at his alma mater for using his jersey number. Does the NFL have a QB development problem? Debate: DeShaun Watson continually discounted because of his past off the field challenges.

In this B-side episode of Set List and Bruce, Jesse welcomes back Dale Hansen for a wide-ranging conversation that begins with Hansen reflecting on long-winded interviews and leads into his love of Rod Stewart, first seeing him live at the Cowboys' 1996 Super Bowl in Phoenix, and why Stewart's persona, gravelly voice, and story-driven songs resonate with him—so much so that he's planned Rod Stewart songs for his funeral. Hansen then shares memories of late NBA coach Don Nelson, including their first meeting tied to Nelson's 1961 Iowa–Ohio State game and a darkly comic Maui poker story involving Willie Nelson. The discussion also covers Nelson's Dirk Nowitzki draft, Hansen's approach to avoiding definitive hot takes, and why he always believed Troy Aikman would thrive in broadcasting, illustrated with personal stories from an Iowa graduation visit and the “potato salad” saga. https://www.youtube.com/@DallasDialoguewithDale 00:00 Talking Too Much 02:13 B-Side Episode Intro 02:53 Rod Stewart Discovery 04:17 Funeral Playlist Plans 10:59 Don Nelson Tribute 11:34 First Meeting Story 17:11 Maui Poker Tale 24:25 Dirk Draft Debate 27:14 Trusting Coaches and Scouts 29:22 Aikman on the Mic 30:56 Iowa Graduation Surprise 36:53 Potato Salad Legend 41:13 Protecting Sources on Planes 43:22 Winning Over Stats 45:39 Fantasy Numbers Debate 50:45 Podcast and Homeless Crisis 54:30 Final Thanks and Farewell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we take a deep dive on the Cowboys' offense through the years. We look at the offense's in the 60s with Don Meredith, the 80s with Staubach and the best offenses under Romo, Aikman and Prescott. Then we have a brief conversation about Don Nelson's impact on the Mavs and NBA

The fellas discuss Don Nelson passing away, Russell Westbrook retiring, the 2026-27 NBA schedule, Mark Walter selling the Los Angeles Lakers, the best era for point guards, Ben Simmons planning a comeback and more.

Dr. Beckett pays tribute to Don Nelson, reflecting on his NBA playing career with the Celtics (14 seasons, five championships) and his Hall of Fame coaching legacy built on innovation, experimentation, and position-less, mismatch-focused basketball. Beckett shares a personal story of playing 18 holes of golf with Nelson more than 20 years ago and discusses Nellie's influence through concepts like the point forward, roster construction, and entertaining, high-scoring teams, connecting it to Dallas perspectives, the Mavericks' current roster, and players such as Dirk Nowitzki, Steve Nash, Luka Doncic, and Cooper Flagg. He also offers hobby insights on Nelson's cards, including his 1969–70 Topps “tall boy” rookie card, limited overall card demand, and the typical drop in interest for coaching-era cards versus playing-year issues.   00:30 Innovator Legacy 01:40 Golf With Nellie 02:12 Player Roots 02:59 Coaching Greatness 04:03 Hall Fame Context 05:36 Point Forward Ideas 08:32 Mavs Roster Echoes 10:32 Card Market Takeaways 12:21 Retirement Reflections      

On this episode we discuss social issues surrounding the WNBA including two former NBA players declaring to play in the WNBA (10:27), Tim Anderson retires from the MLB (43:30), latest news in the NBA including part of the NBA schedule being released, Russell Westbrook retires and Don Nelson passes away (49:37)

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant discuss the impact of the late Don Nelson, who, with his son, Donnie, gave the Mavs clarity and an icon, not to mention the makings of the franchise's only title. Kevin asks Evan if he's willing to bet on the Rangers, who, no matter what happens, always seem to come back to .500. Joe Hoyt joins the guys to analyze the impact of Quinnen Williams, Kenny Clark and others in the locker room. Bottom line: They're not as noisy as they used to be with Micah Parsons and Trevon Diggs, but they may all be on the same page for a change. Joe also says it's not lip service when Jerry Jones tells us he'd be willing to trade draft picks to finish out the roster, if it comes to that. Bonus: Did Joe blame his teammate, Calvin Watkins, for the Cowboys' opening loss to the Eagles last year?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Anthony Slater to break down the latest on the situation with Kawhi and the Clippers including how that will impact the plans for the Raptors. Next, we discuss how Dillon Brooks' contract impacts the future spending plans for the Suns before we talk about why Denver's books put them in trouble moving forward. Finally, we remember NBA legend Don Nelson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marcus and Tim look back on Don Nelson's historic two tenures with the Warriors -- from Run TMC to "We Believe" to starting the Stephen Curry era.

Episode 624 is here, and Brian Beckner and Ed Daly are covering an absolutely unhinged collection of stories from sports, entertainment, celebrity culture, and the internet. The guys open with a look back at the history of The Baller Lifestyle and the show's long-running inside joke behind the name before immediately getting into some truly bizarre territory. IN THIS EPISODE: The World's Smallest Penis Gets a Growth Spurt The man who claims to have the world's smallest penis has an enhancement procedure scheduled, funded in part by a surprisingly successful GoFundMe. Brian and Ed discuss the economics of internet sympathy, cosmetic procedures, and why people will apparently donate thousands of dollars to almost anything. The Silent iTunes Song Hack A brilliant old-school solution to the problem of your car automatically playing the first song in your iTunes library: a song consisting almost entirely of silence. The guys discuss the strange genius of solving technological annoyances with an even stranger technological workaround. ️ RIP: Vincent Pastore The guys remember the actor best known as Big Pussy Bonpensiero from The Sopranos and revisit one of the show's most memorable storylines. RIP: Don Nelson A look at the legendary NBA player and coach, including his championship career, his time with the Warriors and Mavericks, and his disastrous stint coaching the Knicks. RIP: Ben Jones / Cooter from The Dukes of Hazzard Brian and Ed discuss the actor behind one of television's most recognizable Southern characters. RIP: Glen Hansard The guys talk about the acclaimed Irish musician and his connection to The Commitments, along with the dangers of motorcycles. RIP: Tom Chadbon A brief tribute to the actor whose credits included Game of Thrones and Casino Royale. RIP: William Orbit The legendary producer's passing leads into a discussion of his work with Madonna, Blur, and other major artists. RIP: Robbie Albarado The guys remember the two-time Preakness-winning jockey and discuss the brutal physical demands of professional horse racing. Influencers, bizarre deaths & the internet Brian and Ed continue their unofficial investigation into the increasingly strange world of influencers, including a discussion of dangerous stunts and mysterious deaths. SPORTS Former NFL Receiver Arrested at a Bowling Alley Former NFL wide receiver Stedman Bailey is arrested after police allegedly find him engaged in sexual activity at a Florida mall bowling and arcade venue. Brian and Ed attempt to understand the decision-making involved in having sex in a public place surrounded by people who are literally there to bowl. The $800,000 Sports Betting Dispute A bettor claims he won nearly $800,000, only for Caesars to void the tickets over alleged violations of betting rules. Brian and Ed debate the fine print, sportsbooks, and whether casinos should be allowed to find technicalities when they don't want to pay a massive winning ticket. The Shohei Ohtani / Ippei Mizuhara Gambling Saga The conversation turns to gambling addiction, bookies, and the enormous amount of money reportedly lost in the Ohtani gambling scandal. Alleged NFL Player Investment Scam The guys discuss Mohamed Koulibaly, who was accused of running an e-commerce/investment scheme involving former NFL players before being found dead in a New Jersey swimming pool. Zach Hample Is Still Catching Everything The infamous baseball home-run ball hawk is back in the conversation after nearly catching another historic baseball. Brian and Ed discuss Hample's ability to predict where baseballs are going — and whether being a professional home-run ball collector is one of the world's most annoying hobbies. The Mookie Betts Foul Ball That Got Away Brian revisits the time Mookie Betts hit a foul ball directly toward him and he failed to make the catch, despite being perfectly positioned. Former Cal State Bakersfield Coach Gets Prison Time An update on the former Cal State Bakersfield basketball coach who was convicted in connection with a prostitution operation. VOICEMAILS & LISTENER MAIL Lala LSU Calls In The voicemail segment returns with Lala LSU, including a reminder of his signature sign-off and his now-infamous song. Should The Baller Lifestyle Do 75 Hard? Brian considers taking on another round of 75 Hard, potentially involving listeners and an additional daily guitar-practice requirement. The guys discuss discipline, habit formation, goal setting, and whether committing to a structured challenge through Thanksgiving could provide some much-needed motivation. Hash Browns vs. Home Fries A listener wants to settle one of the most important debates in breakfast history. Brian and Ed pick sides — while acknowledging that certain Irish-style breakfast potatoes may deserve consideration. Cocaine Wars: Tim Raines vs. Doc Gooden The Baller Lifestyle's unofficial Cocaine Wars returns. This time the competitors are two MLB legends: Tim "Rock" Raines Dwight "Doc" Gooden The guys discuss the notorious cocaine use of both players, including Raines' infamous habit of carrying cocaine in his uniform pocket and Gooden's struggles with addiction during his spectacular but troubled career. And, of course, the show gets another custom AI-generated Cocaine Wars theme song. The "Rot" Has Set In A listener submits a bizarre take on Mets rookie pitcher Jeffrey Yan celebrating after a strikeout, leading Brian and Ed into a discussion about player celebrations, individuality, ego, and the increasingly dramatic policing of professional athletes' behavior. How Often Do You Check Your Fly? A listener asks the guys how frequently they make sure their zipper is actually zipped. This leads to an unfortunately detailed discussion of zipper-related injuries and Brian's history of unfortunate encounters with his own pants. The Technology Problem Brian and Ed discuss the strange reality of modern technology, convenience, smartphones, and the idea that we're increasingly tethered to the machines in our pockets. The conversation eventually reaches Ted Kaczynski, The Terminator, data centers, and the uncomfortable possibility that some of the concerns about technology were not entirely insane — even if the methods were. PATREON / BONUS CONTENT The regular episode wraps up with a reminder that the show continues exclusively for Patreon subscribers. Brian and Ed then dive into even more bizarre stories, including: ️ The Influencer Who Allegedly Had Relationships With 50–75 Prisoners An internet personality allegedly maintained relationships with dozens of incarcerated men, leaving Brian and Ed with one major unanswered question: How exactly was she getting access to all these inmates? Death's Door A young couple disappears while kayaking near Wisconsin's infamous Death's Door, a dangerous stretch of water with a long history of shipwrecks. The story leads to a discussion about questionable vacation activities, kayaking, and whether any place called Death's Door should ever be on your travel itinerary. Yellowstone, Landman & Billy Bob Thornton Brian and Ed discuss the strange world of modern television, including Yellowstone, Landman, Billy Bob Thornton's unlikely commercial career, and the increasingly surreal nature of celebrity advertising. Robert Carradine / Revenge of the Nerds The guys discuss the tragic death of Robert Carradine and the lawsuit filed by his family against UCLA, while talking about mental illness, institutional responsibility, and the difficult circumstances surrounding his death. ️ Washington, D.C. Relationship Drama The episode closes with a particularly messy Washington political relationship story involving Eric Swalwell, Stephen Miller's former wife, Steve Bannon, and Elon Musk. Brian and Ed examine the strange intersection of politics, celebrity, sex, power, and Washington's seemingly endless relationship drama. 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It's just the two of them this week — Harp's off in San Antonio, so Robert Horry and Rob Jenners are running the show solo, old-school style. No Shoot Around this Friday either, so they're packing everything into one episode.   They start with the good stuff: the NBA dropped a taste of the schedule, and the Christmas Day slate is loaded — Spurs-Knicks, Heat-Celtics, Sixers-Lakers (hello LeBron revenge tour), Thunder-Wolves, and Nuggets-Warriors closing it out. Bob and Rob debate whether Denver deserved the marquee spot over Dallas, and that turns into a bigger conversation about how much longer Jokic and Steph stick around their current teams — and why neither of them should ever, ever run for office.   From there it's opening week previews, a Pistons discussion that gets real about the Jalen Duren contract standoff, and Bob's old war stories about guys faking injuries to force a new deal. Then the Kawhi Leonard stuff. Another secret endorsement deal surfaced this week — this time with Daktronics — and the guys walk through it, plus the resurfaced details from the Lakers' 2019 free agency pitch that the league is now investigating. They get into whether the Clippers star actually suits up this season and what it means if the NBA lets this slide.   Also on deck: Dillon Brooks cashing in with a $73 million extension from the Spurs, Wemby flying the whole Spurs roster to Paris for a mini training camp, and Robert's take on a young guy trying to "lead" without doing anything out of the ordinary.   VJ Edgecombe getting FaceTimed by LeBron leads Bob into one of his own stories from his playing days, and then Scottie Pippen's blunt comments about Zion Williamson's discipline get the full breakdown — including Bob's offer to personally get Zion in shape.   They pay respects to the late, great Don Nelson, run back Adam Vinatieri's surprisingly filthy Hall of Fame speech, and there's a QVC clip that has to be heard to be believed. Big Shot of the Week goes to a Virginia man who donated a kidney to a stranger and wore his Santa hat into surgery to do it.   And to close it out — since it's just the two of them — they finally play 82 and 0 on the show for the first time, drafting all-time rosters and trying (and mostly failing) to go undefeated.   00:00  Kickoff: Just Rob and Rob This Week 01:34  Christmas Day Slate Revealed 02:34  Jokic, Steph and the Nuggets-Warriors Debate 07:05  NBA Opening Week Schedule 08:04  Pistons Outlook and the Jalen Duren Standoff 10:34  Old-School Contract Holdout Stories 12:34  Setting Up 82 and 0 14:11  Kawhi's Latest Secret Endorsement Deal 15:34  The 2019 Clippers Free Agency Allegations 20:34  Will Kawhi Suit Up This Season? 22:34  Dillon Brooks Cashes In 24:34  Wemby's Paris Minicamp 27:05  VJ Edgecombe's LeBron FaceTime Story 29:34  Scottie Pippen Sounds Off on Zion 37:34  Remembering Don Nelson 39:30  Vinatieri's Hall of Fame Roast 40:55  QVC Wig Clip of the Week 42:32  Big Shot of the Week: Dave Bell 43:36  Playing 82 and 0 53:03  TV Talk and Sign-Off

Marcus Thompson joins Murph and Markus to discuss Don Nelson's passing and the San Francisco 49ers' team culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Norm Hitzges dives into the Cowboys ongoing left tackle saga involving Tyler Guyton, Tyler Smith, and Nate Thomas, plus an update on the stalled Protect College Sports Act in Congress. The heart of this episode is a raw, wide-ranging conversation with Cowboys Super Bowl champion and Oklahoma legend Tony Casillas, who opens up about playing for Barry Switzer and Jimmy Johnson, battling anxiety and mental health struggles in the NFL, the long-term toll of football on the body, homelessness advocacy, and the devastating recent loss of his wife. Norm also pays tribute to former Mavericks head coach Don Nelson, who passed away at 86, sharing personal stories and reflections on his remarkable life and legacy in the NBA.

The 49ers' training camp injuries pile up again, and we dig into the Santa Clara substation conspiracy theory behind San Francisco's historic run of bad injury luck. Cal Raleigh follows a 60 home run MVP runner up season with a .161 batting average, and Lincoln Riley heads into a make or break fourth season at USC with the number one recruiting class in the country and zero excuses left. This week: whether Raleigh's power outage is a fixable blip or a 29 year old catcher's body telling the truth, Brock Purdy earning the Layer King nickname from 49ers DC Raheem Morris, Sam Darnold finally getting a real nickname after leading Seattle to a Super Bowl LX win, and whether USC's offense or the defense is the real problem heading into Riley's last chance. Plus a tribute to Don Nelson. Thirty minutes. Caught up, fired up, and ready for the group chat. Subscribe so you never miss an episode. Your West Coast Source For Sports.   0:00 49ers Injury Conspiracy Theory 04:50 Brock Purdy's MVP Year 9:58 Top 10 NFL QBs 11:48 Sam Darnold's New Nickname 13:24 Cal Raleigh's Historic Power Outage 20:35 USC and Lincoln Riley's Playoff Pressure 26:48 Don Nelson and Warriors Legacy 29:53 6man Volleyball Apology  

Marcus Thompson joins Murph and Markus to discuss Don Nelson's passing and the San Francisco 49ers' team culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(1) NBA opening night, Romo Future, Vikings QB, Prince Mongo passed away (2) Jessica Benson from Grind City talks about hosting J&J and Don Nelson (3) Don Nelson on 92.9 back in the day & John reminises about Memphis Hoops

"Us Jews don't believe in that." Yet more controversy has struck the WNBA after Enes Kanter and Royce White announced they are both declaring for the WNBA Draft. The gang breaks down the ridiculous nature of the latest controversy and why this league always has something going on around it. The gang honors the life of NBA legend Don Nelson, and Mike shares his list of Top 5 Barrel Chests out of respect. We also react to some great video of Ed Orgeron at his son's wedding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Maller talks about Freddie Freeman's State of the Dodgers address after the team loses yet another series over the weekend, Teddy Bridgewater retiring and what it means for the Lions, former NBA coach Don Nelson passing away, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mason and Ireland look at Skubal making his first start at Dodger Stadium, and we break down whether the Dodgers' slump is cause for concern. Plus, we remember Don Nelson, debate passenger seatbelt rules, ask whether Bill Belichick's career looks the same without Tom Brady, and close out the hour with Icebreakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jerry is out so Gordon Damer is here and starts with Dave Sims on the call as Trent Grisham homered, their only run in their 2-1 loss to the Braves. Bo Bichette was 5-for-5 in the Mets win over the Pirates. Adam Vinatieri made a Bill Belichick girlfriend joke during his Hall of Fame speech. Former NBA head coach Don Nelson passed away at 86.

Boomer and Gio are both back today, starting with Boomer battling Rhinovirus and a recap of WFAN's "great flood." Filling in for Jerry, Gordon Damer brings the updates: Trent Grisham homering in a 2-1 Yankees loss to the Braves, Chris Sale getting ejected before first pitch, Bo Bichette going 5-for-5 in a Mets win, Adam Vinatieri cracking a Belichick girlfriend joke at his Hall of Fame speech, and the passing of former NBA coach Don Nelson at 86. To close out the hour, Gio and Boomer talk Justin Herbert's "young love" practice moment and Frank Reich's glowing praise for Geno Smith.

Boomer and Gio return to tackle Boomer battling Rhinovirus, WFAN's "great flood," Justin Herbert's "young love" moment, and Frank Reich's praise for Geno Smith, alongside updates on Trent Grisham, Chris Sale, Bo Bichette, Adam Vinatieri, and Don Nelson. The show moves into a golf course dilemma, caller Dan in Carteret, Sophie Cunningham's hard foul, league transgender topics, and obstructed view seats at the new Bills stadium. Hour three breaks down Giants camp predictions, Jets expectations, a Mike Tomlin sighting, Pete Alonso's two homers, and wives playing golf. Finally, the guys wrap up with Steve Cohen backing David Stearns, Francisco Lindor trade speculation, Dodgers struggles, Bills stadium urinal complaints, and an escaped pet python in New Jersey.

Caitlin Clark's latest technical foul had the WNBA reversing course almost immediately. Keith Murphy and Andy Fales react to the controversy, discuss the league's officiating, and debate what's next for the WNBA's biggest star. Plus, Iowa Everywhere After Dark details, Don Nelson's extraordinary life, Roger Craig's Hall of Fame induction, NASCAR at Iowa Speedway, the Big 12's Monster Energy partnership, and another edition of Who Won the Weekend, and MORE! Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Newly released Fauci text messages, concerns over COVID vaccine information, and the growing role of AI—including AI-powered 911 calls. Pete delivers Holy Crap It’s Sports with the Braves’ dramatic 2–1 extra-inning win over the Yankees, Chris Sale’s ejection, Tommy John and Don Nelson news, Falcons updates, a bizarre golf cheating scandal, and more.

Pete Davis breaks down the Braves’ 2-1, 10-inning thriller over the Yankees, Chris Sale’s bizarre ejection, Matt Olson’s milestone home run, and the Braves’ return home to face the Mets. Plus, Don Nelson dies at 86, Tommy John enters hospice care, Falcons training camp news, Buffalo’s controversial new $2.2 billion stadium, an NFL star’s Porsche lawsuit, a fake hole-in-one scandal, and more from the world of sports.

Hour 3 -- Murph & Markus: Bob Fitzgerald on the passing of Warriors head coach Don Nelson, an interview with Andrew Baggarly on the Giants turning to the minor league players to fill the rosterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 -- Murph & Markus: Cooler of Content: A look back to Don Nelson, replay of Mike Krukow interview + What did OG Murph learn today? How do you pronounce "Spliff" ??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 -- Murph & Markus show starts off on the changes at the station, Kruk hanging up the headset, Remembering former Warriors coach Don Nelson & Michael Wagaman!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1: The all-new Fair and Biased with John Lund is here! John opens up the first ever episode by being transparent regarding his return, taking calls walking down memory lane, and speaking to NBA's Larry Riley on the legacy of the late Don Nelson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NBA executive and former Warriors GM Larry Riley joins the show to break down the legacy of former NBA coach Don Nelson who passed away at 86 yesterday August 9th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1: It's Dirty Work on a Monday afternoon! In hour 1, Copes and D Pop start the show by honoring the legacy of former Warriors coach Don Nelson who passed away on Sunday, August 9th at 86. Plus, the boys break down the news out of Niners training camp, including Kyle Shanahan addressing his car accident and his injuries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gavin Dawson, Bryan Broaddus, and Justin Wolchuk pay tribute to NBA legend Don Nelson before evaluating the Texas Rangers' pitching rotation and recent injuries to key NFL players. They also rank the greatest receiving running backs in league history and identify the top athletic freaks in college football. 01:52 - Training Camp Initial Thoughts 05:36 - Texas Rangers Season Outlook 14:15 - George Pickens Interview Recap 20:03 - Top Receiving Running Backs 35:02 - College Football Hot Seats 43:33 - College Football Freaks List

Dan odes legendary NBA coach Don Nelson who died on Sunday and also oded a dead vacuum?

Dan odes legendary NBA coach Don Nelson who died on Sunday and also oded a dead vacuum?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 -- Murph & Markus: Cooler of Content: A look back to Don Nelson, replay of Mike Krukow interview + What did OG Murph learn today? How do you pronounce "Spliff" ??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 -- Murph & Markus: Bob Fitzgerald on the passing of Warriors head coach Don Nelson, an interview with Andrew Baggarly on the Giants turning to the minor league players to fill the rosterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 -- Murph & Markus show starts off on the changes at the station, Kruk hanging up the headset, Remembering former Warriors coach Don Nelson & Michael Wagaman!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan odes legendary NBA coach Don Nelson who died on Sunday and also oded a dead vacuum?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The K&C Masterpiece reflects on the legendary career of Don Nelson following his passing at age 86, celebrating his innovation of positionless basketball and his impact on Dirk Nowitzki. They also dive into the polarizing popularity of the WNBA, examining the ratings surge driven by Caitlin Clark and the recent social media controversy surrounding DiJonai Carrington.