Podcasts about finals mvp

Israel looks back at the lightning strike that was the "We Believe" Warriors playoff run, gets the inside story from Bruce "Q" Fraser on how both Steph and Klay unlocked the next level of their games with one small tweak in the 2015 WCF, and he hears from Andrew Bogut directly on what is was like to get benched in the NBA Finals in favor of Andre Iguodala, as the famous "Death Lineup" ultimately led Golden State to the championship. Plus Steve Kerr explains why Iggy winning the Finals MVP might be the most gratifying moment of his entire coaching career, and David Lee sums up the collective feeling during the epic parade, when the entire Bay Area celebrated their first NBA title in 40 years. Dub Dynasty is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel looks back at the lightning strike that was the "We Believe" Warriors playoff run, gets the inside story from Bruce "Q" Fraser on how both Steph and Klay unlocked the next level of their games with one small tweak in the 2015 WCF, and he hears from Andrew Bogut directly on what is was like to get benched in the NBA Finals in favor of Andre Iguodala, as the famous "Death Lineup" ultimately led Golden State to the championship. Plus Steve Kerr explains why Iggy winning the Finals MVP might be the most gratifying moment of his entire coaching career, and David Lee sums up the collective feeling during the epic parade, when the entire Bay Area celebrated their first NBA title in 40 years. Dub Dynasty is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CLNS Media's John Zannis and Bobby Manning break down Game 2 vs Orlando, the importance of Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis, and discuss whether Jaylen Brown is back to his best. 0:00 Welcome 2:08 Reactions to Game 2 vs Orlando 4:46 Importance of Jrue Holiday 12:04 Jaylen Brown back to his Finals MVP self? 18:28 Stat breakdown from games 1 and 2 19:41 Gametime 22:15 Porzingis theatrics 26:22 Mazzulla, Brown, and Porzingis on game 2's WWE moment 27:39 Why Porzingis is important 35:58 Concerns over Tatum injury? 41:22 Thanks for watching!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to The Panel, the NBA debate show that brings the heat, sparks passionate discussions, and dives headfirst into the world of basketball like never before! If you're a hardcore NBA fan, a hoop junkie, or just someone who loves intense sports debates, you've found your weekly destination. Join us every weekday for a live, high-octane experience where we dissect, dispute, and celebrate all things NBA.

Join Aaron Bruski and Dr. A as they break down the 2024-25 Bruski 150 rankings — covering the hits, misses, and what's sustainable for next season. How did the Bruski 150 perform in those high-stakes leagues? What went right, and what didn't? Also, get an Eastern Conference Playoff Preview with in-depth breakdowns of the series and key matchups moving forward. Lastly, Futures & Awards Markets — we'll cover championship odds, Finals MVP picks, and some dark horse bets to consider in the coming weeks. All this and more in today's episode! 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!

On this episode of Imagine Sports, Jack Cote predicts the future. The 2025 NBA Playoffs will be the greatest of all time. Legacies will be shaped. Jack talks about how if Steph Curry wins his fifth championship he solidifies himself as the GOAT. He also mentions how Jayson Tatum is currently being disrespected but understands it won't be until the Finals MVP that he gets his flowers. Nico Harrison made the biggest trade in NBA history, and Jack doesn't believe he actually made the trade. And lastly, Jack predicts the entire NBA playoffs starting with each first round matchup and finishing it off with an epic final four and NBA finals in June. Who will win the NBA Finals? Find out here on Imagine Sports... Follow to keep up with all the action this NBA playoffs.

Send us a textWe dive into the most pressured NBA playoff entities of 2024, ranking players and teams based on expectations, past performance, and future implications for their legacies.• Honorable mentions include the Houston Rockets (young team exceeding expectations), Miami Heat (post-Jimmy Butler questions), Austin Reaves (overhyped by fans), and former champions Jalen Brown and Nikola Jokić• The Knicks rank 8th due to high expectations despite Brunson's injury• Giannis and Dame face pressure to succeed or risk Giannis potentially leaving for another team• Jimmy Butler needs to prove he was worth trading for after his Miami Heat drama• Jason Tatum must win Finals MVP if Boston wins again to avoid being permanently second to Jaylen Brown• Donovan Mitchell faces questions about being a true #1 option on a championship team• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander risks Joel Embiid comparisons if his regular season success doesn't translate to playoffs• Ja Morant's off-court antics and celebrations create extra pressure to perform• LeBron, Steph, and KD tie for most pressured due to their ongoing chase of Jordan's legacyPlease like, subscribe, comment, and tell anyone who's anyone about the show. I'm curious what you think, so share your answers in the comments.Support the showhttps://linktr.ee/GetABucketShow for more content!!!

SEGMENT - Jones and Keefe open today's show talking the Celtics historic road season. Jaylen Brown is clearly still nursing an injury, how concerned are you about the reigning Finals MVP's health?

This week Chris Walder and our old boy Matt McCready join us for some NBA Finals Statlines as well as a roster name-off challenge! Finally the big board is all about old players winning big awards!00:03:00 - First Game: STATLINE00:19:10 - Roster-off: CAVS00:23:34 - Roster-off: BULLS00:29:22 - Big Board - Oldest NBA Award Winners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Chris Walder and our old boy Matt McCready join us for some NBA Finals Statlines as well as a roster name-off challenge! Finally the big board is all about old players winning big awards! 00:03:00 - First Game: STATLINE 00:19:10 - Roster-off: CAVS 00:23:34 - Roster-off: BULLS 00:29:22 - Big Board - Oldest NBA Award Winners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Chris Walder and our old boy Matt McCready join us for some NBA Finals Statlines as well as a roster name-off challenge! Finally the big board is all about old players winning big awards!00:03:00 - First Game: STATLINE00:19:10 - Roster-off: CAVS00:23:34 - Roster-off: BULLS00:29:22 - Big Board - Oldest NBA Award Winners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dwyane, D Wright, and Chris sit down with the inaugural Unrivaled champion and Finals MVP, Chelsea Gray, to discuss the importance of the Unrivaled League, adjusting to the 3 on 3 game, and taking her game to the next level. For more conversations like this, be sure to like and subscribe!Follow @wynetwork on Instagram and X for more updates! Special Guest: @cgray209 on Instagram Music Credit: Khari MateenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andre Iguodala ist in seiner außergewöhnlichen Karriere einmal All Star geworden, wurde in zwei All Defense Teams gewählt und war Teil des All Rookie Teams in 2005. Für die Warriors war er nur in weniger als jedem fünften Regular Season Game Starter, und dennoch wurde vor kurzem sein Trikot unter die Hallendecke gezogen. Denn er ist Finals MVP und viermaliger Champion. Tim und Chris sprechen über eine Karriere, die man am besten als Anomalie bezeichnen kann. Viel Spaß!https://linktr.ee/airballpodcast?fbclid=PAAaY_uTZX2oLNnqxMI2tGsVZ4kWKgvX-pptvZCa9tVrqE2_FCH67dshC_J5MMusik von Ju von Dölzschen, checkt ihr hier:https://instagram.com/ju.von.doelzschen?utm_medium=copy_link

DNVR Nuggets Harrison Wind & Brendan Vogt talk about if Nikola Jokic can still win his 4th NBA MVP in 5 years. Nikola Jokić is still in the MVP conversation, but can he close the gap on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander? With 27 games left in the Denver Nuggets season, the reigning Finals MVP has a chance to make a statement—especially with two crucial matchups against the Thunder coming up. If Jokić dominates and the Nuggets gain ground in the standings, his MVP odds could skyrocket. Will Jokić secure his fourth MVP, or is SGA running away with the award? Let's break down the race, the key games, and what needs to happen for Jokić to reclaim the crown!#denvernuggets #basketball #nba #nuggets #nikolajokic #jokic #nbamvp

In this week's episode of Missing the Point, two-time NBA Champion, 1981 Finals MVP, and Celtics icon Cedric “Cornbread” Maxwell joins hosts Dave Clarke and Rayshawn Buchanan for an in-depth, no-holds-barred conversation on everything basketball. From his early days in North Carolina to his legendary battles in the NBA, Cedric shares unforgettable stories, unique insights into the evolution of the game, and his unfiltered takes on today's Celtics team.

You cannot find someone more determined on the volleyball court than Khat Bell. The opposite hitter from Mesquite, Texas, has nothing but out-battled friends and opponents alike ever since finding volleyball in the seventh grade. In school, she beat out her friend for the final spot on the A team. At Texas, she gritted through a bulging disk to deliver an NCAA title. In South Korea, she finally beat down a seemingly undefeatable foe to become the first foreign player to be named Finals MVP. With the end of her career on the horizon, Khat has come home with LOVB Austin, determined to showcase the sport of volleyball. She and host Tiffany Oshinsky examine that determination in depth in the latest episode of Serving Pancakes. Other topics include: Difference between playing overseas and in LOVB All the Longhorns on LOVB Austin Khat’s seventh-grade obsession with volleyball After initial reluctance, Texas is the choice Winning it all after a major injury Doing it all for mom Starting a pro career in South Korea Coming back for LOVB and more! Follow Khat on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter). Host: Tiffany OshinskySenior Producer: Anya AlvarezExecutive Producers: Carrie Stett, Tamara Deike, and Lindsay HoffmanTheme Music: Pancakes by Eric W. Mast, Jr.Sound Designer: Daniel Gonzalez Serving Pancakes is an iHeart Women's Sports Production, in partnership with Deep Blue Sports and Entertainment. You can find us on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you don't have a statue of your own or a place in the NBA Hall of Fame, then you really have no room to criticize Dwyane Wade's statue. Wade's legacy in Miami and the NBA is cemented not just by his three championships, 13 All-Star appearances, and Finals MVP, but by his impact on the game, community, and culture. His contributions go beyond stats—he changed the game, led his team through high-stakes moments, and inspired millions. A statue is a testament to his greatness, a tribute that most players only dream of. Unless you've reached that level of legendary status, any disrespect aimed his way falls flat. https://www.patreon.com/Aswand44

Khristina is joined by Jonquel Jones, the 2024 WNBA champion and Finals MVP. Jonquel reflects on leading the New York Liberty to their first-ever title and shares her thoughts on what it will take to defend the championship. The Bahamian native also discusses her mission to help young athletes from her hometown achieve their dreams of going pro. Sports analyst and host Zena Keita also joins this week to preview the 2025 WNBA Expansion Draft and breakdown the 2025 WNBA Tip Off Schedule release.    Want more women's basketball scoop? Follow the show on Instagram @ICYMIwithKW and X @ICYMIwithKW and for more on Khristina follow her on Instagram @khristinawilliams   Let us know what you think of the show by leaving a rating and a review!    CREDITS   Executive Producers: Nikki Ettore Jessie Katz Tyler Klang Jonathan Strickland   Producer: Mike Coscarelli   Producer & Editor: Tari Harrison   Host: Khristina WilliamsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Austin and Pausha jump into the pod and discuss the Clippers and how James Harden is settling in and rolling (4:00), before they hit on Thunder-Rockets and their stacked lineups (9:10). Then, they discuss the top two Eastern Conference seeds, the Cavs and Celtics (26:19), and talk through their top three coaches, with a special shout-out to Kenny Atkinson (29:42). Later, they wrap with a talk about their top five centers and whether they'd personally prefer an NBA MVP or Finals MVP (45:19). Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi Producer: Erika Cervantes Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Magic Johnson's greatest performance as an NBA player came in his rookie year, and in the most clutch moments against the Philadelphia 76ers. Not only did he have to fill in for Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, but he scored 40 points in a closing Finals Game and took the Finals MVP trophy for himself.CREDITSRick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voiceJacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher MUSIC"60s and 70s Rock" by Hyde"Horizons" by Roa SPORTS HISTORY NETWORKsportshistorynetwork.comsportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/ FACEBOOKm.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/ BUSINESS CONTACTbballhistory101@gmail.com

Temple Women's Basketball Head Coach Diane Richardson joins the podcast to discuss the profound role that family, impact, and service have played throughout her journey—from her time in the corporate world to her roles as an assistant and now head coach. Coach Richardson reflects on the privilege and responsibility of shaping young womens' lives and shares inspiring stories of success, including the achievements of one of her former players and “basketball daughter,” 2024 WNBA Finals MVP & New York Liberty Champion, Jonquel Jones.

"Get back on the phone with Nike and you tell them next year, I'm bout to win MVP, I'm bout to take over the league, and if they don't re-sign me they're gonna look stupid." Jonquel Jones WNBA champion, NY Liberty Champion Tap in for this week's Friday episode of the Pivot in partnership with Fanatics for a feel-good conversation of sports, triumph and transcension that you don't want to miss. Ryan, Fred, and Channing host the one and only Jonquel Jones, 2024 WNBA Finals MVP and newly crowned champion with the New York Liberty. Fresh off a nail-biting overtime win against the Minnesota Lynx, Jonquel talks with us about what it means to finally reach the top after years of grit and grind. She takes us behind the scenes of her incredible journey from being a Bahamas native to becoming one of the WNBA's fiercest players, sharing how she's faced down defeat, overcome obstacles on and off the court, and stayed focused on the ultimate dream: a championship title. Jonquel opens up on how the WNBA has transformed in recent years, from deep storytelling to the skyrocketing fan engagement that's brought new life to the league. After 8 years in the league, JJ's experienced the evolution first hand, and gets candid about the struggles she and other players used to face, but now more than ever, people are tuning in to watch elite female athletes do what they do best. Beyond the stats and highlights, Jonquel is passionate about creating real change for the future of the game, hoping that one day players won't have to go overseas to make a living like she has to, and can thrive right here in the United States.  Off the court, Jonquel is a leader through handling tough issues with humor and humility. JJ reflects on her journey of self-discovery, from embracing her authentic self as a proud Black-Lesbian woman to realizing her power as a role model for young players. She shares a series of pivotal and emotional moments, like standing courtside before the Finals game and soaking in the reality of the record-breaking crowd of 18,090 she was playing in front of-- memories that will always remind her just how far she's come. And for sports fans, she dives into all her unfiltered thoughts on the WNBA- the good, the bad, and the ugly. From new talent like Caitlin Clark, the lack of platforms for players to tell their stories and get their flowers, and of course the future of women's sports as a whole. JJ speaks honestly on how much she respects Caitlin's approach to the game, the women who play it and defends Caitlin specifically vs the amount of pressure she bears while trying to be herself too. Jones goes on to share what it truly means to live your truth in a world that doesn't always understand. This episode is packed with honesty, inspiration, and the kind of wisdom only an MVP can bring! Tap in now, and be sure to subscribe to The Pivot Podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Football fans, we're back with another episode jam-packed with drama, big bets, and pivotal plays as we break down all the action from Week 7 and get you ready for what's to come in Week 8! Join Derek (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@derekrusinek⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Caleb as they review their latest betting results and discuss their records so far this season. Derek had a strong 4-2 week, improving to 23-22-1, while Caleb faced some challenges at 2-4 but remains neck and neck at 22-22-2.Week 7 had plenty of excitement! South Carolina stunned Oklahoma, Derek's Buffalo Wings soared with a dominant Bills win, and Caleb's Rhuler of the Corn finally met their match with Indiana's 56-point outburst. From underdogs covering spreads to favorite teams falling short, there's no shortage of stories to recap.The Eliminated Team of the Week saw the New York Jets fall out of playoff contention, while the Playoff Lock is now firmly in place for the 5-1 Detroit Lions.In the Headlines, we've got an overturned call in the wild Georgia-Texas game, made even more bizarre by delays caused by fans throwing bottles onto the field. Meanwhile, the WNBA season wrapped up with the New York Liberty winning their first-ever title, and Jonquel Jones taking home Finals MVP honors!Looking ahead to Week 8, Derek and Caleb make bold calls in NFL Stockwatch—Derek's buying into Mike Tomlin and selling on NFL injuries, while Caleb believes in a Broncos resurgence but is bailing on the Buccaneers. Speaking of Tampa Bay, the Game of the Week is Falcons at Buccaneers, with Derek's X-factor being Sterling Shepard and Caleb banking on Cade Otton to make a big impact.As always, we've got Brodie Bets locked and loaded for Week 8. It's going to be another thrilling week of football, so tune in for our banter, bets, and bold predictions as we head into Week 8 of the NFL season!

0:00 ... Ross hello and welcome .... and introduces the panel 0:38 ... Episode #127 is dedicated to Devin Booker and Kevin Durant, who both averaged "27" points per game last season. 0:55 ... Bet OnLine live commercial read from Ross 1:36 ... We preview Tuesday night's opening games on TNT. 1:51 ... Bruce starts it off with a preview of Knicks vs Celtics, including some historical facts about their renewed rivalry.  World B reminds Bruce that the Knicks actually won game 7 of that 1973 eastern finals on Boston's home court.  World B also pointed out that the Knicks played more pre-season minutes together than any other starting five in the NBA. 6:14 ... Ross points out that Boston will have a target on its back like all champions. 6:53 ... Ross asks Bruce if he thinks Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla will use more players off the bench and Bruce feels that Luke Kornet and Xavier Tillman will give him good minutes at center in relief of Al Horford until Kristaps Porzingis returns from injury. 8:23 ... World B points out that NY is very thin up front with Precious Achiewa and Mitchell Robinson on the shelf to start the year.  Ross is looking forward to seeing Mikal Bridges' and his new jump shooting form. 10:50 ... In the second game on opening night, the Lakers host the Timberwolves and World B feels Minnesota has a solid collection of players and that Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo make the Wolves formidible. 12:24 ... Bruce is looking forward to seeing how TNT handles its coverage in the final year of their contract.  Will Charles Barkley and Shaq stir things up?  As for the Lakers/Wolves matchup, will JJ Redick throw Bronny James out there against an elite team in his first NBA game?  Ross feels that he'll get Bronny out there pretty quickly just to put it to bed. 14:46 ... Ross asks World B if he'd be shocked to see LA win the opener against a great Minnesota team.  World B says Anthony Davis will shoot a lot more threes this season. 17:25 ... The Thunder vs Nuggets game on Thursday provides OKC with a chance to make a statement against the 2023 champs on Thursday night.  Ross feels OKC is young and talented but World B thinks Christian Braun really needs to step up for Denver this season. 21:49 ... The Pacers vs Knicks on Friday will be another key first week matchup as they meet right away after having played each other in a 7 game playoff series last season.  Bennedict Mathurin's return gives Indiana a huge boost. 24:21 ... Ross is excited for the Suns/Clippers matchup at the new Intuit Dome in LA.  He also thinks James Harden may try to revert to his Houston days and become a volume scorer again.  Coach Mike Budenholzer is expected to really help Phoenix become a solid defensive team to complement their great offensive players. 26:51 ... Ross tees up our segment on postseason awards predictions.  We begin with the MVP race.  Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luka Doncic are getting love from our crew. 29:57  ... All three guys have different choices for Rookie of the Year.  Bruce likes Stephon Castle of the Spurs.  World B likes Zach Edey of Memphis.  Ross has the biggest eye opening choice in Tidjane Salaun of Charlotte. 33:50 ... Bruce considered Victor Wembanyama for two awards: Defensive Player of the year and Most Improved Player but he settled on Wemby as the top defensive player.  All three panelists agreed. 36:18 ... The Coach of the year discussion centers on Ime Udoka of Houston and Jamahl Moseley of Orlando. 39:10 ... The Most Improved Player Award is a three-way race between Cade Cunningham, Wembanyama, and Jalen Williams.  World B feels that this award has settled into a very predictable pattern with a good player who becomes a first-time All Star almost always winning the award in recent years. 42:29 .... Bruce predicts a Celtics/Thunder NBA Finals matchup with Boston winning and Jayson Tatum winning Finals MVP.  World B feels the Timberwolves will win the west but that Boston will be the eventual champion while Ross is on the OKC bandwagon and believes they'll use draft capital to bolster their team and ultimately win it all. 49:38 ... Ross says goodbye and see you next week! TRT 50:06                      

Hey Dear Adam Silver listeners! We are back with a new interview with writer and New York Times Bestselling author Mirin Fader who is on the show to talk about her new book Dream: The Life and Legacy of Hakeem Olajuwon, which was released earlier this week! Hakeem Olajuwon is of course a former professional basketball player who was a 2 x Defensive Player of the Year, a 2 league MVP, a 2 x NBA Champion and a 2 x Finals MVP, and a 12 x NBA All star among many other things on and off the court. Mirin's first book Giannis: The Improbable Rise of an NBA Champion, was a New York Times best seller and was featured on many other best selling lists. Mirin is a Senior Staff Writer at The Ringer where she writes long-form, human-interest sports features. Before that, she wrote for Bleacher Report and the Orange County Register. This is a fascinating book that has seemingly endless interesting stories about Olajuwon's life and experience moving from Nigeria to the United States to play basketball. But also, it is just a book about the world and where basketball fits in and all of the ugliness and joy that can come from the game and institutions. Purchase a copy of Dream: The Life and Legacy of Hakeem Olajuwon ⁠here⁠. You won't regret it! If you are curious about the video compilation of NBA stars Kyle was referring to, you can watch here. You can follow Mirin on Twitter @MirinFader, Kyle is @kylethegreen and Abigail is @DearAdamSilver. Kyle also produces and hosts the Give Methods a Chance and Give Theory a Chance podcasts. Check them out too!

Gil's Arena Reacts To The Philadelphia 76ers' Pre-Season Injuries as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew discuss Paul George going down with a hyper extended knee before his 76ers career even began and Joel Embiid announcing that he is likely done playing back to back games for the rest of his career. They debate if this is the right move for the oft-injured big man and if Embiid & Tyrese Maxey will be able to hold down the fort while PG recovers early in the season. Next, Gil & The Crew give their savage reactions to the viral exchange between Chris Miles & Sam Mitchell on NBA TV and tell stories of times where jokes turned serious during their playing days in the NBA. Finally, The Crew turns their attention to the 23rd annual NBA GM Survey where they debate if the NBA's best and brightest got it right answering questions like who's the best player by position and what team has the best starting 5 before wrapping up the show with another reaction to more injury news with Kawhi Leonard as the Los Angeles Clippers superstar is set to miss the NBA Preseason, sparking a debate on if the former Finals MVP should still be considered an elite player in the league. Please leave us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Rashad McCants, & Nick Young Use code GIL10 for 10% off your SeatGeek order*. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/GIL10 Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Cash and A FREE Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gil's-arena To get $15 off your first order and find out if Ro Sparks are right for you, go to ro.co/ARENA SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvjYgmwadC682OoC4Cc6TQ Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdog Intro 0:00:00 Show Start 0:02:09 Time NBA Locker Room Pranks Went TOO FAR 0:07:59 Joel Embiid Is DONE With Back To Backs 0:24:34 Embiid's Place Within the Top 10 Centers 0:53:19 Paul George's Pre-Season Injury 0:57:40 De'Aaron Fox Turns Down Extension 1:11:28 The NBA GM Survey is RIGGED 1:46:04 How Wemby Will Get Even Better This Season 1:59:53 Best Player By Position According To GM's 2:05:08 MostlyFans 2:19:43 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben and Sabreena are both in Brooklyn for the start of the WNBA Finals, and in a rare joint pod appearance, they run through a top five list of what they are looking for in the matchup between the New York Liberty and the Minnesota. Stay through the end for predictions for the winner and Finals MVP! -Follow Ben on X: @benpickman -Follow Sabreena on X: @sabreenaj Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand kick off the fourth hour by getting into Bill Belichick's comments on 1-2 teams…doesn't mention the Patriots. (13:46) The guys jump back in touching on Joe Mazzulla's comments on Jayson Tatum not getting Finals MVP and getting benched in the Olympics. (23:20) The crew gets back to it discussing a story of a UNLV quarterback not getting his NIL money and sitting out for the rest of the season.  (36:58) Zolak and Bertrand close out the final hour with Today's Takeaways on Amazon.

On today's show, Pat, Coach Chuck Pagano, AJ Hawk, and the boys bask in the fact that NFL Football is officially back tonight as they preview the Ravens vs. Chiefs game from all angles, and eventually make their picks against the spread. Also joining the show to break down everything about the Ravens and Chiefs, tomorrow night's Packers vs. Eagles tilt, and a couple of plays he likes for this weekend is 3x Super Bowl Champion, former GM of the Cleveland Browns, Special Assistant to Bill Belichick in New England, NY Times best-selling author, host of the GM Shuffle and Lombardi Line, Michael Lombardi. Next, 12 year NFL veteran on the offensive line, Super Bowl Champion, former Rimmington Trophy winner, and host of In the Trenches, AQ Shipley joins the show to chat about the offensive line play of both teams tonight, how much of an impact losing their o-line coach will have on the Ravens, and who he ultimately likes in the matchup. Later, 4x NBA Champion, 3x Finals MVP, NBA MVP, 15x NBA All-Star, 14x All-NBA, the most dominant player of all-time, and panelist on Inside the NBA, Shaquille O'Neal joins the show to chat about JJ Redick coaching the Lakers, this new generation of NBA players, why he considers himself the most dominant player of all-time, all his different business ventures, the future of Inside the NBA, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We'll see you tomorrow. Cheers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amin is joined by guest co-host JuJu Gotti. He's here to help us figure out whether Kawhi needed the Olympics to cement his legacy after he withdrew from Team USA. If he doesn't, does Joel Embiid? Kawhi was replaced by Derrick White, but should White's spot have gone to Finals MVP winner Jaylen Brown instead? Lebron was voted the best player on Team USA, but was Cooper Flagg's performance in training camp more impressive? Zach Edey is showing the world what the hype is about, and is now the Rookie of the Year betting favorite on DraftKings. Amin and Juju close the show with Odds and Ends, where they cover Lebron James' comments about Bronny tuning out criticism, Kiyan Anthony, Carmelo Anthony's son, thinking Lebron and Bronny would beat him and his dad in a 2-on-2 matchup, and a Damian Lillard horse statue in Ogden, Utah.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Chris Ryan and Rob Mahoney to unload a ton of NBA Finals big-picture thoughts. They talk about how the Finals MVP seemed to eclipse the Celtics' title and a truly weird postseason (1:33); Jaylen Brown's ascension, Kristaps Porzingis's image rehab, and NBA awards tweaks (20:27); what's next for Jayson Tatum, and which team could "crash the playoff party" next season (43:30); whether this was the Mavericks' big chance and "Kyrie Irving: over/under/properly rated?" Plus, Lakers vs. Celtics franchise legacy, and more (1:06:21)! Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Chris Ryan and Rob Mahoney Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Celtics win the Title and the summer of Hank is officially on. We talk about Monday night, Finals MVP, Mavs future and more (00:00:00-00:32:36). We then talk about the Oilers dragging the Panthers back to Edmonton and RIP Willie Mays (00:32:36-00:44:16). Hot Seat/Cool Throne including Rory's non apology and Jerry O'Connell's congratulations to Hank (00:44:16-01:09:59). Celtics Coach Joe Mazzulla joins the show to talk about Monday night, coaching with a torn MCL, what he said to the team before winning it all, when Hank needs to shave his head by and tons more (01:09:59-01:41:03). We finish with a show announcement (01:41:03-02:01:05).You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/PardonMyTake

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by his Dad after watching the Celtics win their 18th NBA title from TD Garden. They relive some key moments from Game 5, give Joe Mazzulla his flowers, litigate the Finals MVP, rank this title in Boston sports history, wonder what's next for the Celtics, and more. Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Bill's Dad Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amin and Charlotte were at TD Garden to witness the Boston Celtics win the Larry O'Brien Trophy for the 18th time in franchise history. They saw Derrick White chip his tooth, Payton Pritchard hit a half-court buzzer-beater, and Jaylen Brown win the Finals MVP. Charlotte may or may not have shed a tear after they won. Amin appreciated Joe Mazzula's championship philosophy at the post-game press conference. The championship drought for Boston has finally ended. Amin and Charlotte think the Mavericks did not come to play and made it easy for the Celtics. And thanks to DraftKings, they make way-too-early predictions for next year's NBA Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Tue.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the Celtics stomping the Mavericks in Game 5 to win their 18th NBA championship. Topics include: Jaylen Brown winning Finals MVP, Jayson Tatum's improved playmaking, Al Horford's first title bolstering his Hall of Fame chances, and Boston's chances of repeating next season. That, plus Derrick White's broken tooth, commercial-free crunch time, Donnie Wahlberg, mad confetti, and more.--

On Tue.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the Celtics stomping the Mavericks in Game 5 to win their 18th NBA championship. Topics include: Jaylen Brown winning Finals MVP, Jayson Tatum's improved playmaking, Al Horford's first title bolstering his Hall of Fame chances, and Boston's chances of repeating next season. That, plus Derrick White's broken tooth, commercial-free crunch time, Donnie Wahlberg, mad confetti, and more. --

Today on 2 Pros and a Cup of Joe, the Celtics put down the Mavs decisively. Jaylen Brown wins the Finals MVP but Jrue Holiday was the true the deciding factor this season. ‘Hard Knocks: In Season' will feature a whole division. LaVar blows up a public restroom and much more on “ICYMI.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on 2 Pros and a Cup of Joe, the Celtics put down the Mavs decisively. Jaylen Brown wins the Finals MVP but Jrue Holiday was the deciding factor this season. LaVar wins the NBA Finals edition of Over/Unders. Jayson Tatum forces a 2008 Kevin Garnett impression. Plus, LaVar blows up a public restroom, Producer Lee kills a roach live on air & much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen A. Smith is joined by Andraya Carter and Brian Windhorst and they react to the Celtics' series-sealing victory over the Mavericks in Game 5 of the Finals. The crew also debates whether or not Jaylen Brown was the correct choice for Finals MVP, and whether or not Jayson Tatum silenced all the critics. They also weigh in on whether or not this was Kyrie Irving's last chance to win another championship, and Luka Doncic's image possibly being tarnished by his performance. Lastly, the crew debates where the Celtics rank among the best franchises in the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WATCH CLIPS ON YOUTUBE! SUBSCRIBE TO THE UNDISPUTED YOUTUBE CHANNEL (00:00) Celtics vs Mavericks Game 5 tonight. Will Celtics wrap up series tonight? (26:15) Reaction to Angel Reese's postgame comments after a flagrant 1 foul on Caitlin Clark (43:46) Who has earned NBA Finals MVP so far? Is it Jaylen Brown? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WATCH CLIPS ON YOUTUBE! SUBSCRIBE TO THE UNDISPUTED YOUTUBE CHANNEL (00:00) Will the Celtics win an NBA title tonight? (24:12) Why has Caitlin Clark become such a lightening rod in the WNBA? (39:58) How has Luka Doncic's defense hurt the Mavericks? (56:53) Has Jaylen Brown clinched Finals MVP? (1:08:38) How embarrassing is the HC hiring situation for the Lakers? (1:20:33) How would Paul Pierce have played Luka Doncic in the Finals? (1:32:49) Will the Mavs be swept tonight? Lil Wayne reacts (1:41:26) Is Luka Doncic overrated? (1:50:24) What will be tonight's final score? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WATCH CLIPS ON YOUTUBE! SUBSCRIBE TO THE UNDISPUTED YOUTUBE CHANNEL (00:00) Will the Celtics sweep the Mavericks tonight? (24:03) Has Jaylen Brown already clinched Finals MVP over Jayson Tatum? (35:48) Should the Lakers be embarrassed by their HC situation and lack of a coach? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Kendrick Perkins, and Brian Windhorst debate if Luka Doncic will go off in a must-win Game 4 against the Celtics and if Jaylen Brown is a lock to win Finals MVP. The crew gives their takes on why the Lakers didn't make a more enticing job offer to Dan Hurley. Joe Fortenbaugh joins the show to give us his best bets for this weekend's NBA Finals action. We decide who we would cast as our crew in a First Take movie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zach and Mo Dakhil of The Athletic discuss Luka Doncic fouling out of Game 3, Boston's offensive woes in the 4th quarter, who their Finals MVP is at this point, and the legendary life of Jerry West. Celtics survive late rally from Mavs to take 3-0 lead (1:08) Luka's fouls (5:14) Boston's 4th quarter meltdown (10:21) Why can't Dallas generate more 3s? (20:31) How much did Boston miss Porzingis? (26:20) Holiday trade put Boston over the top (34:50) Trading away Smart was the right move (44:14) Finals MVP so far (48:33) Remembering Jerry West (51:14) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Thu.'s No Dunks, the guys pay tribute to Hall of Famer Jerry West before recapping Game 3 of the NBA Finals. Topics include: 'Temper Boy' Luka Doncic fouling out, the Celtics' incredible third quarter, Kyrie and Tatum breaking out of their shooting slumps, Jaylen Brown's Finals MVP odds, and Xavier Tillman filling in admirably for Porzingis. That, plus the Guitar Slayer's national anthem, Dirk's Mavs in attendance, Embiid saying the Bucks gifted the C's a championship, and more. --

On Thu.'s No Dunks, the guys pay tribute to Hall of Famer Jerry West before recapping Game 3 of the NBA Finals. Topics include: 'Temper Boy' Luka Doncic fouling out, the Celtics' incredible third quarter, Kyrie and Tatum breaking out of their shooting slumps, Jaylen Brown's Finals MVP odds, and Xavier Tillman filling in admirably for Porzingis. That, plus the Guitar Slayer's national anthem, Dirk's Mavs in attendance, Embiid saying the Bucks gifted the C's a championship, and more.--

Justin, Rob, and Wos react to the Celtics' 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals. They discuss how the Celtics found a way to win despite poor shooting, the Mavs' supporting cast's struggles, and early predictions for Finals MVP. Then they give their thoughts on the potential for Dan Hurley to be the Lakers' next head coach and share their thoughts on the coaching search overall (34:48). Buy tickets to our live show in Los Angeles here!The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit http://www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Tucker Tashijian Social: Eduardo Ocampo Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Mon.'s No Dunks, the guys recap Game 2 of the NBA Finals. Topics discussed include: Jrue Holiday living in the paint, Jaylen Brown getting away with a push to the back of PJ Washington, Luka getting no help from his teammates, the Finals MVP favorite, the Tatum discourse, Porzingis' status moving forward, potential Game 3 adjustments from the Mavericks, and more. That, plus James Harden's reaction to his girlfriend catching a wedding bouquet. --

On Mon.'s No Dunks, the guys recap Game 2 of the NBA Finals. Topics discussed include: Jrue Holiday living in the paint, Jaylen Brown getting away with a push to the back of PJ Washington, Luka getting no help from his teammates, the Finals MVP favorite, the Tatum discourse, Porzingis' status moving forward, potential Game 3 adjustments from the Mavericks, and more. That, plus James Harden's reaction to his girlfriend catching a wedding bouquet.--