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On today’s episode, Jason discusses the wild rumor that Klay Thompson is dating pop star Megan Thee Stallion, why LeBron James has refused to shut down the speculation surrounding his future with the Los Angeles Lakers, which of the 4 reported teams who want to trade for LeBron (Dallas Mavericks, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers and Cleveland Cavaliers) makes the most sense in any potential deal, whether The King's 3 NBA Finals MVPs with 3 different NBA franchises is really as impressive as it sounds, and if we should be concerned about Caitlin Clark's ongoing shooting slump. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts! #OddCoupleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In a two-part podcast, Ric discusses the complaint by some Golden State Warriors' fans that the franchise is doing a disservice to superstar Steph Curry with their lack of offseason moves. Also discussed: comments by LeBron James, Kevin Durant and Steve Nash about Michael Jordan's mid-career retirement following the murder of his father.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Hour 1 of Willard and Dibs, Willard and Grandi (filling in for Dibs) they get into the big Dodgers vs Giants rivalry...Devers is better than we've seen...assessing what we'll see from Dodgers v Giants. How much does this series mean if you're Rafael Devers? How confident are you as a Giants fan going into this Dodgers series? In hour 2 of Willard and Dibs, Willard and Grandi ( filling in for Dibs) talk to Greg Bergman , ESPN Los Angeles radio host who covers L.A. Sports talks to the guys about the series against the Dodgers and Giants and gets into how heated the rival still and will always be with the Giants. Plus, the guys discuss the greatness of Barry Bonds against some of the Dodgers best pitching. In hour 3 of Willard and Dibs, Willard and Grandi (filling in for Dibs) speak with two-time World Series champ, Hunter Pence before the Dodgers and Giants series this weekend. He explains how tough this series will be but believes the Giants have great odds in each game. Plus, the guys speak on some possible free agent players who could join the Warriors this season. In the final hour of Willard and Dibs, Willard and Grandi (filling in for Dibs) end the show talking about how necessary it is to get a series win vs the Dodgers, not just for the standings, but for the sanity of the Giants fans who have felt the wrath of the Dodgers for awhile. Plus, the guys are joined by the worlds best heckler, Trevor Gilmore who goes by Trevs Chirps on social media. He gets into how it doesn't matter who's in left field to heckle, they're all just "props."
In hour 3 of Willard and Dibs, Willard and Grandi (filling in for Dibs) speak with two-time World Series champ, Hunter Pence before the Dodgers and Giants series this weekend. He explains how tough this series will be but believes the Giants have great odds in each game. Plus, the guys speak on some possible free agent players who could join the Warriors this season.
“Why didn't they just go to someone's house instead of sneaking LeBron's replacement plans through the back of a restaurant?”In this explosive episode of The Ben and Skin Show, broadcasting live from the vibrant Choctaw Casino and Resort in Durant, Oklahoma, the crew dives deep into the NBA's latest drama—and it's juicier than a steakhouse appetizer platter.Join Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray as they unpack the bombshell Ramona Shelburne article that suggests the Golden State Warriors are preparing a trade run at LeBron James—and why LeBron might be feeling seriously left out of the Lakers' future plans.
Spadoni and Shasky discuss the huge series this weekend for the Giants as they take on the Dodgers. Lebron to the Warriors still a possibility? Plus how are you feeling about Devers thus far? Bonta Hill joins the guys for the final hour of the show!
Bonta Hill is in studio and we get into the rumor that we know won't come true, but also won't go away
Is there any news on the Hunt for Jonathan Kuminga's New Team? There could be.
In hour 3, Spadoni and Shasky discuss whether they are satisified with what Devers has brought so far. Plus is there new life of Lebron being moved to the Dubs?
In the final hour Of Willard and Dibs, Grandi and Giddings (filling in for Willard and Dibs) close the show discussing how it seems like certain NBA players are overpaid and how it effects the teams payroll. How do teams rework payroll to keep guys on and offer the best they can to keep a competitive team going? How do the Warriors improve the roster with Looney and possibly Kuminga not with Golden State?
In Hour 3 Of Willard and Dibs, Grandi and Giddings (filling in for Willard and Dibs) they continue their conversation about the productivity of Devers and Adames. Plus, they pivot to the starting rotation and if the back end of the rotation can handle the rest of the second half of the season. Also, they switch to basketball and see whether or not a deal is possible for Golden State to acquire a veteran player, Al Horford anyone?
In Hour 1 Of Willard and Dibs, Grandi and Giddings (filling in for Willard and Dibs), get into the Rafael Devers at first base issue and get into whether or not it'd be a distraction for Devers to play first base. In Hour 2 Of Willard and Dibs, Grandi and Giddings (filling in for Willard and Dibs) the guys talk about if whether or not Willy Adames or Rafael Devers worry you more as a Giants fan. Both players have struggled but it seems like only one will get out of their funk. The guys weigh in on who it is. In Hour 3 Of Willard and Dibs, Grandi and Giddings (filling in for Willard and Dibs) they continue their conversation about the productivity of Devers and Adames. Plus, they pivot to the starting rotation and if the back end of the rotation can handle the rest of the second half of the season. Also, they switch to basketball and see whether or not a deal is possible for Golden State to acquire a veteran player, Al Horford anyone? In the final hour Of Willard and Dibs, Grandi and Giddings (filling in for Willard and Dibs) close the show discussing how it seems like certain NBA players are overpaid and how it effects the teams payroll. How do teams rework payroll to keep guys on and offer the best they can to keep a competitive team going? How do the Warriors improve the roster with Looney and possibly Kuminga not with Golden State?
In hour 4, Spadoni and Shasky play their new favorite segment, This or That?!
Spadoni and Shasky discuss the Giants brutal loss to the Phillies and is it time to make a move on Verlander as he just can't seem to get a win. Plus is it time to move away from umpires to an automated system? Alex Pavlovic, NBC Sports Bay Area Giants Insider, joins the show!
It is day 10 and the update is there is a trade rumor that will probably not come to fruition.
In Hour 2 of Willard and Dibs, Willard and Grandi (filling in for Dibs) continue the conversation on leaving games early and if there is ever a good excuse to leave a game early and possibly miss something great. Plus, the Giants lose the final game in the Phillies series and the boys react.
In Hour 1 of Willard and Dibs, Willard and Grandi (filling in for Dibs) get into the unbelievable comeback walk off inside the park hr by Patrick Bailey to beat the Phillies last night. After many people left the game, Willard asks the listeners if anyone has ever left a big moment in a game too early and the listeners share their stories. In Hour 2 of Willard and Dibs, Willard and Grandi (filling in for Dibs) continue the conversation on leaving games early and if there is ever a good excuse to leave a game early and possibly miss something great. Plus, the Giants lose the final game in the Phillies series and the boys react. In Hour 3 of Willard and Dibs, Willard and Grandi (filling in for Grandi) get some live updates from one of Willards own who's in attendance for the practice round at the American Century Championship golf tournament in Lake Tahoe. A place where Steph Curry shines with a golf ball instead of a basketball. Plus, Willard asks the listeners if it's been a good feeling that the 49ers offseason has been drama free. In the final hour of Willard and Dibs, Willard and Grandi continue their conversation about a Steph Curry sighting in Lake Tahoe for a Celebrity Golf Tournament. Plus, Willard has a gripe about the Niners defense and the guys also talk about what went wrong with Giants during Farhan era and a trade they could've made.
Nick Kostos & Femi Abebefe continue breaking down the NBA Win Totals, including their thoughts on the Golden State Warriors this season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Draymond Green has noticed the ripple effect of how the NBA's new CBA rules have altered free agency and restricted free agents like Jonathan Kuminga. Bonta Hill and Monte Poole analyze the Golden State Warriors' lack of activity this offseason with names such as DeAndre Ayton going off the board as they wait on Al Horford.(02:00) - Warriors declined Kings' offer for Jonathan Kuminga as CBA has all RFAs waiting(13:00) - Warriors have yet to do anything this offseason as they wait for Al Horford and watch DeAndre Ayton head to LA(27:00) - Longer Jonathan Kuminga saga goes on points a return to Golden State(28:45) - Break down the Western Conference landscape after Norman Powell goes to Heat in three-team trade, sending John Collins to Clippers
The nerds rank their way-too-early Top 10 NBA contenders for the 2025-26 season, discussing whether LeBron James, Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers or Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors have a better chance at a deep playoff run, ranking the New York Knicks and Orlando Magic among the Eastern Conference's best, and laying out whether Donovan Mitchell's Cleveland Cavaliers, Kevin Durant's Houston Rockets, Nikola Jokic's Denver Nuggets have the best chance to knock off Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder.Timestamps00:00:18 - Honorable Mentions00:02:19 - Warriors00:11:13 - Lakers00:20:42 - Magic00:31:49 - Knicks00:40:06 - Mavericks00:49:02 - Clippers00:59:44 - Timberwolves01:07:37 - Cavaliers01:17:23 - Rockets01:25:58 - Nuggets01:34:16 - Thunder
Spadoni and Shasky discuss the Giants insane win over the Phillies as Bailey walks it off on an inside the park homerun. Plus the guys give their bucket list of athletes they would like to see perform in person. Plus Dave Flemming joins the show and gives some insight into how Devers is fitting in with the Giants.
In hour 4, Spadoni and Shasky play their favorite new segment "This or That?!". Today's topic is: which is more exciting? A walk-off homerun or buzzer beater three?
In Hour 2 of Willard and Dibs, the guys delve into the ongoing situation with Jonathan Kuminga and Golden State. They talk to Warriors Insider at NBC Sports Bay Area, Monte Poole, who says it "isn't ideal".
Steiny & Guru debate the best things that happen at sporting events, sports show, and miscellaneous sports.
Steiny & Guru chat with Bulls Insider KC Johnson about the parallels between Jonathan Kuminga & Josh Giddey in Restricted Free Agency.
Steiny & Guru wonder how the CBA is ACTUALLY affecting free agency. Then we chat with KC Johnson about the Bulls Josh Giddey and Jonathan Kuminga's market.
Steiny & Guru have some fun with the most talented sports families, siblings in history before chatting with Jomboy Media and NFL Network's Chris Rose.
Steiny & Guru have some fun with the recent accomplishments of a Curry, but not Steph!
Steiny & Guru chat with Jomboy Media & NFL Network's Chris Rose about the Rafael Devers debacle and where Brock Purdy falls in the recent QB conversations.
Steiny & Guru break down the Giants newfound magic, the Warriors issues with the new CBA, and chat about the restricted free agent market with Bulls insider KC Johnson.
Steiny & Guru are entranced by Giants magic, the best entertainers in sports, families with sports prowess, the allure of NBA summers, and the worst MVPs ever. Plus, longtime NBA writer KC Johnson joins us at 11:00a and Chris Rose of Jomboy Media & NFL Network at 1:30p.
Nick Wright breaks down all the news out of Los Angeles with LeBron James and the Lakers in a standoff over the future. Are Jalen Brunson's New York Knicks or Steph Curry's Golden State Warriors potential landing spots if LeBron leaves LA? Then, Nick reacts to the other big moves throughout the league, from Kevin Durant's trade to the Houston Rockets to the Bucks releasing Damian Lillard to help maximize Giannis Antetokounmpo’s time in Milwaukee. Later, Nick discusses what to expect out of a reinvigorated Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. Finally, as always, Nick and Damonza answer your questions. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Updated NBA Free Agency, The Golden State Warriors target Al Horford and try to sign and trade Jonathan Kuminga. The next blockbuster trade will it be Paul Skenes or LeBron James. We also discuss the Seattle Mariners and Seattle Fans. CHAPTERS: 0:00 Golden State Warriors Free Agent Update 2:20 Al Horford & Free Agent Centers 3:35 Jonathan Kuminga 5:13 Intro 5:49 Paul Skenes vs LeBron 13:00 MLB Jac Caglianone HR Bet 15:54 MLB Playoff Contenders 21:47 Seattle Mariners & Seattle Fans 26:34 MLB $1 Bet Hat Game 30:00 Outro Filthy Rich 31:36 Outro Worst Seat to Watch Skenes Pitch Click to subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bigbenkwinn_ Follow us on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/bigbenkwinn_ https://twitter.com/bigbenkwinn_ https://www.tiktok.com/@bigbenkwinn_ https://www.threads.net/@bigbenkwinn_ Got feedback? Email us at wstpodcastshow@gmail.com
Spadoni and Shasky discuss the Giants win to start the series against the Phillies and some concerns that still remain with the Giants. The NBA offseason has been underwhelming. The guys look into how the new CBA has sabotaged NBA offseason and what it means for the Warriors, and the guys play their new favorite segment, This or That?!
In hour 2, Spadoni and Shasky discuss how the new CBA has ruined the NBA offseason and what it has done to the excitement of the offseason.
In hour 3, Spadoni and Shasky discuss how the new CBA rules have created this dead offseason and how this all falls on Adam Silver.
In hour 4, Spadoni and Shasky play This or That, their new favorite segment. Today's this or that takes into account the Giants and Warriors offseason.
The NBA CBA is just a cover for bad owners
The current NBA CBA has made the NBA offseason way less fun than it used to be.
The NBA Offseason has sucked because teams care more about saving money than winning.
Willard and Dibs discuss how the Kuminga negotiation could end up being something that both sides might not want.
Warriors Insider For NBC Sports Bay Area, Monte Poole joins Willard and Dibs and discusses the Jonathan Kuminga debacle. Plus, what else could the Warriors possible do this offseason?
Willard and Dibs react to a call from a Warriors fan who says that the Warriors will struggle no matter what once Steph Curry retires, meaning they should do all they can to help the team win games right now. Agree?
Willard and Dibs discuss if the Warriors' relative lack of action in the offseason was to be expected.
Steiny & Guru debate what the outcome of the Warriors summer will become as more nuggets emerge about their restricted free agent problems.
Steiny & Guru listen to Draymond Green's take on why this BIG offseason has flopped and the players have a hand in it.
Steiny & Guru wonder if the reason this NBA Free Agency hasn't popped is because of the decisions the older generation of players has made for the younger generation.
Seth and Sean sniff out the BS in some audio from Ross Tucker's interview with Jack Easterby and give credit where it's due in Acknowledge Me.
Bronny James' Summer League Breakout FIRES UP Gil's Arena as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew react to Bronny James lighting up his first Summer League game with a 10 point showing & emphatic dunk over the Miami Heat and debate if the heir to King James' throne will crack the Los Angeles Lakers' rotation this season. They also discuss how LeBron James' uncertain future with the Lakers will impact Bronny and debate if the team finally landing a premiere free agent in Deandre Ayton will smooth out the dark cloud following the Lake Show and their superstar. Next, they react to monster trades happening across the NBA as Kevin Durant officially landed in Houston as part of an historic 7 team trade & the Los Angeles Clippers made a shocking move to send breakout star Norman Powell to the Miami Heat. They break down the trade from all angles including why the Clippers moved on from Powell after his career season and debate how much pressure is on KD to push the Rockets over the hump and solidify his legacy after switching teams again. They then react to Paul Pierce's INSANE take claiming he was the best pure scorer in NBA History before welcoming College basketball expert Jay Bilas into the arena to break down this class of NBA rookies and get real on Cooper Flagg's immense ceiling in the NBA. Finally, they whip around the NBA to recap news from the holiday weekend including VJ Edgecomb's dominant debut in NBA Summer League over Ace Bailey, the latest on Jonathan Kuminga vs the Golden State Warriors, and Michael Beasley calling out Swaggy P with a $1,000,000 1v1 challenge. Please give us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Brandon Jennings, Rashad McCants & Swaggy P Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Credits and A FREE Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi... Fetch a FREE Jumpstart Trial Bag for your Dog. Go to https://ruffgreens.com/arena and use promo code ARENA. Join the Playback chat to interact with Gil and Josiah https://www.playback.tv/gilbertarenas SUBSCRIBE: / @gilsarena Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! / discord 0:00:00 - 2 Min Timer 0:01:50 - Show Start 0:07:25 - Kevin Durant Is Officially Traded 0:24:13 - Jay Bilas Enters Gil's Arena 0:27:13 - Why More Players Are Staying In School 0:29:38 - Bilas On Cooper Flagg's NBA Ceiling 0:31:11 - Jay Names The Most NBA Ready Player In This Class 0:33:28 - Rashad Challenges Jay's Cooper Flagg Take 0:37:21 - Jay's Pick For NBA Rookie Of The Year 0:38:34 - Dylan Harper's Fit With The Spurs 0:40:55 - Jay's Take On Ace Bailey 0:45:55 - Jay Gives The Perfect Player Comp For VJ Edgecombe 0:47:43 - Jay On The NCAA's New Salary Cap 1:04:44 - Jay Tells A Legendary Gil Story 1:05:52 - Who Wins A Shooting Contest Gil or Rashad? 1:07:15 - Paul Pierce's INSANE Pure Scoring Take 1:19:57 - Norman Powell Traded To Miami Heat 1:34:56 - Clippers Land John Collins 1:45:28 - Lakers Finally Land Deandre Ayton 1:54:44 - LeBron's Uncertain Future In Los Angeles 2:09:14 - Bronny James Lights Up NBA Summer League 2:19:50 - Michael Beasley CALLS OUT Swaggy P 2:30:59 - MostlyFans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices