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The Knicks search for a head coach continues and Boomer & Gio react to the lack of progression and also wonder if Mike Brown is indeed the frontrunner. Plus, Brandon Tierney and Sal Licata react to reports that Jason Kidd may not be out of the running just yet; Chris McMonigle is hardly inspired by any of the coaching candidates; the Lakers' record sale has Boomer & Gio wondering if James Dolan would ever go down that route with the Knicks.

The Knicks search for a head coach continues and Boomer & Gio react to the lack of progression and also wonder if Mike Brown is indeed the frontrunner. Plus, Brandon Tierney and Sal Licata react to reports that Jason Kidd may not be out of the running just yet; Chris McMonigle is hardly inspired by any of the coaching candidates; the Lakers' record sale has Boomer & Gio wondering if James Dolan would ever go down that route with the Knicks.

The Lakers are being sold for 10 billion dollars and Boomer wonders if James Dolan will consider selling the Knicks, Rangers and MSG after seeing that number. Gio doesn't think Dolan has interest in selling but could see the Steinbrenners thinking about it. Boomer thinks all of the discussion around Penn Station and moving MSG could tempt Dolan. Boomer points out that owners of some big franchises have decided to sell in recent years.

Boomer and Gio discuss the Knicks coaching rumors and what James Dolan's role may be in the organization's coaching decisions. Gio argues the Knicks should just bring back Thibs while the guys react to the Mavs denying the Knicks access to Jason Kidd. Plus, are Boomer and Gio to blame for the Kodai Senga injury? The Mets and Yankees could be on a collision course to a Subway Series World Series, and Aaron Judge's latest home run leaves Boomer floored.

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We talked more about the Knicks search for the next head coach. What could the players have said in those exit interviews with James Dolan and Leon Rose? Gio thought the players liked Thibs. There has not been a new Roommates podcast since the firing, but they are putting one out today.

BT and Sal dive headfirst into the Knicks' chaotic search for a new head coach, focusing heavily on whether Jason Kidd is still a legitimate candidate despite reports of the Mavericks denying permission. They dissect the madness surrounding the team's decision to fire Tom Thibodeau, questioning if it was a James Dolan-led, impulsive move with no clear plan, and express concerns that the ongoing disarray could lead to the departure of key front office figures like Leon Rose, potentially unraveling the team's recent progress.

he New York Knicks' coaching search is in complete disarray after they surprisingly fired successful head coach Tom Thibodeau. Despite a strong season, the organization, reportedly influenced by owner James Dolan and player feedback, seems to lack a clear plan, getting repeatedly denied permission to interview top candidates like Jason Kidd, Chris Finch, and Ime Udoka. This chaotic and desperate pursuit has left fans questioning the team's direction and fearing a return to the franchise's historically dysfunctional ways.

BT and Sal ignite the airwaves with a scorching breakdown of the New York Knicks' utterly chaotic coaching search. From the perplexing firing of Tom Thibodeau to the desperate, denied pursuits of top candidates, they dissect every disastrous twist, questioning James Dolan's impulsive influence and fearing a complete unraveling of the franchise's hard-won progress. Get ready for unfiltered takes and fiery debates on whether this coaching catastrophe signals a grim return to the Knicks' dysfunctional past.

Tune in for a scorching breakdown of the Knicks' latest front-office drama, featuring insider speculation on who's really calling the shots. We're not holding back as we dissect the embarrassing coaching search, the players' grievances, and the looming fear that James Dolan's past blunders are bubbling back to the surface. Plus, a deep dive into the Mets' surprising success and a heated debate on whether the Yankees' current lineup truly outshines one with Juan Soto.

In this episode, Jonathan Macri is joined by Ian Begley of SNY to share more insights on Knicks decision to fire Tom Thibodeau, specifically how much input Knicks owner James Dolan had in the decision-making process. They also discuss the head coaching candidates that they have reportedly already gone after from other teams before going through several other names that could become candidates, as well as a few transactional questions about Kevin Durant and Giannis Antetokounmpo and much more! JOIN KNICKS FILM SCHOOL AT FANATICS FEST ON JUNE 20-22! GO TO FANATICSFEST.COM & USE PROMO CODE "KNICKSFILMSCHOOL20" TO GET 20% OFF YOUR TICKET PRICE UNTIL JUNE 20TH!Watch the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel!FOLLOW MACRI - @JCMacriNBAFOLLOW IAN - @IanBegleyFOLLOW GMAC - @AndrewJClaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BRUNSON TIER ON PATREON TO GET BONUS CONTENT FROM BENJY & DJ!FOR AN AD-FREE, UNINTERUPTED VERSION OF THIS EPISODE, SIGN UP FOR THE MELO TIER ON PATREON!CHECK OUT THE KFS MERCH STORE!SPONSORS:SHOUTOUT TO OUR PRESENTING SPONSOR - FANATICS SPORTSBOOK! EARN UP TO 10% BACK ON YOUR BETS WIN OR LOSE. USE FANCASH ON TEAM GEAR ON FANATICS.COM BONUS BETS OR PROFIT BOOSTS IN THE FANATICS SPORTSBOOK APP! STAY TUNED FOR EXCLUSIVE OFFERS ALL PLAYOFFS LONG!SHOP SKIMS MENS AT SKIMS.COM & LET THEM KNOW WE SENT YOU! AFTER YOU PLACE YOUR ORDER, SELECT "PODCAST" IN THE SURVEY & SELECT "KNICKS FILM SCHOOL" IN THE DROPDOWN MENU THAT FOLLOWS!

“What happens when the NBA's most chaotic front office comes knocking on your coach's door?” That's the question at the heart of this high-stakes, high-drama episode of The Ben and Skin Show.Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray dive deep into the Knicks' sudden and desperate pursuit of Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd—just days after firing their most successful coach in decades. The twist? The Knicks didn't have a plan… and now they're getting stonewalled by every team they call.The crew unpacks the tangled web of NBA relationships, from James Dolan's business ties with Patrick Dumont to the Knicks' history of tampering with the Mavericks (remember the Jalen Brunson saga?). It's a behind-the-scenes look at how power, politics, and personal connections shape the league.This episode is a must for NBA fans, Mavericks loyalists, and anyone fascinated by the off-court chess match that defines modern sports. It's smart, spicy, and packed with insider insight—plus a teaser for the next segment on the greatest TV dads of all time.

The New York Knicks are currently in a state of disarray following the firing of head coach Tom Thibodeau. The team's coaching search has been a public relations nightmare, with reports of denials from multiple coaching candidates, including Ime Udoka, Chris Finch, and Jason Kidd. This chaotic process has led to speculation that owner James Dolan is heavily intervening in basketball operations, bypassing the expertise of Leon Rose and Worldwide Wes. The lack of a clear plan and the desperate optics of their search are causing concern among fans and analysts, who fear the organization is regressing to its past reputation as a league laughingstock, despite having a talented roster.

The Thunder tie it up 1-1 after whomping the Pacers and it feels like the series is back to lopsided unless the Pacers can find some more magic. the NBA listened to us and did something to make the Finals feel special even though it was a digital image (00:00:00-00:15:03). We talk Match of the Year in the French Open (00:15:03-00:26:37). James Dolan looks like he's getting involved again and thats bad for the Knicks (00:26:37-00:33:23). Who's back of the week including Marlins Man, US Open and Swamp Ass (00:33:23-00:49:28). Ryan Whitney joins the show to talk about the incredible start to the Stanley Cup Final including an all timer on Friday night, how much he hates us for rooting against the Oilers, Connor McDavid, US Open and the time he played Oakmant and tons more (00:49:28-01:36:59). We finish with a Monday Reading and an update on Zac being pub stomped (01:36:59-01:49:52).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/pardon-my-take

Hour 1 Boomer's flight to Cincinnati for a Kenny Anderson event was canceled due to a lightning strike, preventing him from attending. Meanwhile, the Knicks' coaching search continues, with Jason Kidd and Michael Malone being considered. The recent developments suggest James Dolan's decision to fire Thibs was impulsive. In sports news, the Red Sox defeated the Yankees with five home runs, despite two from Aaron Judge, and swept the series. The Yankees' X (Twitter) account used a Brandon Tierney song without credit. The Mets swept the Rockies, with two homers each from Pete Alonso and Jeff McNeil; Alonso surpassed David Wright on the Mets' all-time home run list, earning Wright's congratulations. Finally, the Yankees-Red Sox rivalry made headlines when rookie pitcher Hunter Dobbins stated he'd retire rather than play for the Yankees. This prompted Boomer to recall his own refusal to play for the Colts after their move from Baltimore due to its impact on his college community in Maryland. Hour 2 Pete Alonso, now second on the Mets' all-time home run list, is only under contract for the current season. Listeners speculated the Knicks' success might be due to James Dolan's focus on The Sphere, while others called in about the Mets' strong start. Boomer, and several callers, questioned the seemingly endless supply of cows and chickens for food. Jerry then reported on the Yankees' loss to the Red Sox, despite two homers from Aaron Judge, and the Mets' sweep of the Rockies, featuring two home runs each from Pete Alonso and Jeff McNeil. The segment concluded with discussions about Aaron Rodgers seemingly being the Steelers' third-choice and Jaxson Dart's slim chances of playing this year, alongside more calls about American burger consumption. Hour 3 Bad Weather Fans' post about no new "Roommates" podcast sparked Gio's observation that no Knicks players or management have commented on Thibs' firing. This silence, he reasoned, allows for rampant speculation, aligning with the Knicks' history of firing coaches still under contract. Jerry then updated the sports news: Boston hit five homers to beat the Yankees, despite two from Aaron Judge; Pete Alonso's two home runs helped the Mets sweep the Rockies, pushing him past David Wright on the Mets' all-time list; and the Thunder evened their series with the Pacers at 1-1. The hour concluded with more discussion about American hamburger consumption and the theory that James Dolan fired Thibs after sitting in on player interviews. Hour 4 Boomer and Gio's planned boat day was thwarted by bad weather, leading them to consider golf instead. A caller deemed Derek Jeter the most "boring" athlete to interview. Before Jerry's final update, Boomer shared his new green drink from Chris Wragge's wife. Jerry then played audio of Jazz Chisholm's mic'd-up error. In sports, Aaron Judge hit two homers in a Yankees loss, while Jeff McNeil and Pete Alonso each hit two as the Mets swept the Rockies. The Giants' defensive coordinator wants his players to emulate pirates for turnovers, and the Thunder evened their series with the Pacers. The show concluded with a caller's story about a woman with E. coli in her sinuses and a discussion of potential Knicks coaching candidates.

Boomer's flight to Cincinnati for a Kenny Anderson event was canceled due to a lightning strike, preventing him from attending. Meanwhile, the Knicks' coaching search continues, with Jason Kidd and Michael Malone being considered. The recent developments suggest James Dolan's decision to fire Thibs was impulsive. In sports news, the Red Sox defeated the Yankees with five home runs, despite two from Aaron Judge, and swept the series. The Yankees' X (Twitter) account used a Brandon Tierney song without credit. The Mets swept the Rockies, with two homers each from Pete Alonso and Jeff McNeil; Alonso surpassed David Wright on the Mets' all-time home run list, earning Wright's congratulations. Finally, the Yankees-Red Sox rivalry made headlines when rookie pitcher Hunter Dobbins stated he'd retire rather than play for the Yankees. This prompted Boomer to recall his own refusal to play for the Colts after their move from Baltimore due to its impact on his college community in Maryland.

Pete Alonso, now second on the Mets' all-time home run list, is only under contract for the current season. Listeners speculated the Knicks' success might be due to James Dolan's focus on The Sphere, while others called in about the Mets' strong start. Boomer, and several callers, questioned the seemingly endless supply of cows and chickens for food. Jerry then reported on the Yankees' loss to the Red Sox, despite two homers from Aaron Judge, and the Mets' sweep of the Rockies, featuring two home runs each from Pete Alonso and Jeff McNeil. The segment concluded with discussions about Aaron Rodgers seemingly being the Steelers' third-choice and Jaxson Dart's slim chances of playing this year, alongside more calls about American burger consumption.

Bad Weather Fans' post about no new "Roommates" podcast sparked Gio's observation that no Knicks players or management have commented on Thibs' firing. This silence, he reasoned, allows for rampant speculation, aligning with the Knicks' history of firing coaches still under contract. Jerry then updated the sports news: Boston hit five homers to beat the Yankees, despite two from Aaron Judge; Pete Alonso's two home runs helped the Mets sweep the Rockies, pushing him past David Wright on the Mets' all-time list; and the Thunder evened their series with the Pacers at 1-1. The hour concluded with more discussion about American hamburger consumption and the theory that James Dolan fired Thibs after sitting in on player interviews.

The Knicks coaching search continues and Jason Kidd's name is still out there and Michael Malone's name has re-emerged. With all the new stuff that has come out, it seems like this was a ‘shoot from the hip' spot by James Dolan to bounce Thibs.

Kevin O'Connor went live immediately following Game 2 of the NBA Finals! Adam Mares joined in on the fun as the show reacted to Oklahoma City getting their revenge on the Indiana Pacers. With the series now tied at 1-1, KOC was disappointed in tonight's lackluster performance by Tyrese Haliburton. The guys also gave plenty of love to SGA, who showed up ready for battle. And WHAT WAS UP with the digital trophy display on the court?! Plus - the guys discuss Cooper Flagg's upcoming meeting with the Dallas Mavericks, and react to the news that Dolan "spearheaded" the Thibs firing in New York.(00:50) - Reacting to Thunder beating Pacers in Game 2(28:10) - Thoughts on Michael Jordan as an NBA analyst(34:00) - Thibs' firing spearheaded by James Dolan?(37:15) - Cooper Flagg to visit Mavericks(39:05) - On-court Finals logo digitally returns Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor Show on your favorite podcast app:

BT and Sal dive deep into the recent firing of Tom Thibodeau from the New York Knicks, speculating on who truly spearheaded the decision. They discuss concerns about a "crack in the foundation" of the organization, particularly if the move wasn't a unified decision from Leon Rose or if James Dolan was more involved than reported. The hosts express worry over the Knicks' seeming lack of a clear plan for a replacement coach and how this uncertainty might affect star player Jalen Brunson and the team's future.

BT and Sal dive deep into the chaotic aftermath of the Knicks' decision to fire head coach Tom Thibodeau. Is there a crack in the team's foundation? They discuss James Dolan's alleged meddling, the lack of a clear plan for a new coach, and how Jalen Brunson's apparent unhappiness could spell disaster for the Knicks' future.

BT and Sal welcome sports radio personality Craig Carton to discuss the Knicks' decision to fire coach Tom Thibodeau. Carton, with his long-standing connection to Knicks owner James Dolan, offers inside perspective on the dynamics between Thibodeau, Leon Rose, and Worldwide Wes. The conversation delves into potential coaching replacements, with a strong emphasis on UConn's Dan Hurley, and other names like Rick Pitino, Mark Jackson, and Michael Malone. They also touch on the complexities of Jalen Brunson's father, Rick Brunson, being on the coaching staff. Beyond the Knicks, the discussion briefly veers into Aaron Rodgers's new contract with the Steelers and the Jets' past offensive struggles, alongside a humorous exchange about the Dallas Cowboys' NFC Championship drought and Mike Francesa.

We have some shocking new details on Tom Thibodeau's firing! According to reports, James Dolan pushed for Thibodeau to be fired. This happened on the heels of exit meetings that proved Tom Thibodeau's time as head coach was up. Including an explosive testimony from one player that refused to come back if Tom Thibodeau returned... Troy Mahabir breaks all of this down! SHOW CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 00:48 - James Dolan PUSHED For Thibs Firing 01:34 - James Dolan Led The Meeting That Got Tom Thibodeau Fired 02:03 - One Knick Player REFUSED To Return If Thibodeau Came Back 02:51 - Knicks WANTED To Fire Thibodeau 04:51 - Leon Rose Protected Tom Thibodeau For Years 06:20 - Mikal Bridges The Player That SPOKE OUT? 08:33 - Knicks Front Office Keeps Moves Quiet Until Official LISTEN NOW TO GET YOUR KNICKS FIX! Catch the latest special interviews, shorts, fan interactions, and more by following the show! Don't forget to turn on notifications so you don't miss another episode! Rather Watch the latest Knicks Recap episode? Catch us on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKnicksRecap Follow The Knicks Recap on all social media platforms! Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheKnicksRecap Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheKnicksRecap/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/u/TheKnicksRecap?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android_app&utm_name=androidcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheKnicksRecap/ Rather Listen to The Knicks Recap on a different platform? Catch us on ALL of your favorite streaming platforms: Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3SKSl8o Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3QrEfr6 iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-knicks-recap-a-new-yor-100895112/ Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3QoZrOd Other Pod Channels: https://anchor.fm/the-knicks-recap Grab our MERCH featuring some of the graphics you've seen us create to take your Knicks fandom to the NEXT LEVEL: MAIN STORE: https://theknicksrecap.myspreadshop.com/ CashApp: $TheKnicksRecap Have a comment about the show, an interview, or a graphic idea? Reach out to The Knicks Recap on ALL SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS!

This week on 2 Pros and a Cup of Joe, the Knicks relieve Tom Thibodeau after he got them to the Eastern Conference Finals. The Old P, Petros Papadakis praises the Dodgers, rips James Dolan for firing "Thibs," explains uphill battles for freshman in CFB and Kylie Jenner’s horse head vs Timothee Chalamet. And the Pacers comeback once again thanks to Tyrese Halliburton in the clutch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boomer and Gio react to the news that Tom Thibodeau is out as head coach and the reactions that followed, including the ones from Mike Francesa and Chris ‘Mad Dog' Russo; Gio defends his rant calling Karl-Anthony Towns a ‘loser'; the guys go through the past coaches James Dolan has hired and who have never coached again; Plus, is Jeff Van Gundy a serious possibility? Boomer gives out grades for Knicks players for their postseason performances; is anyone going to watch these NBA Finals? And Juan Soto finally seems to be heating up.

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The New York Knicks' decision to fire head coach Tom Thibodeau, despite a successful season, has sparked debate, with opinions split on whether it was solely Leon Rose's call or if James Dolan was more involved. Analysts like Frank Isola defended Thibodeau's results over criticisms about his coaching style and dismissed reports of player unhappiness with assistant coach Rick Brunson. The conversation also explored potential coaching replacements, with Jeff Van Gundy and Jason Kidd considered strong candidates due to their experience and familiarity with the New York market, while the idea of hiring an inexperienced coach like Johnny Bryant was met with skepticism given the immense pressure to win a championship.

Sal Licata and NBA guest Frank Isola discussed the New York Knicks' controversial decision to fire head coach Tom Thibodeau, with Isola contending it was an emotional move by owner James Dolan, disregarding Thibodeau's recent success in leading the team to the conference finals. They debated the player-coach dynamic, the role of Jalen Brunson's father as an assistant, and potential coaching replacements like Jeff Van Gundy and Jason Kidd, while Isola cautioned against hiring inexperienced candidates given the Knicks' elevated expectations. Isola also defended the players' post-loss partying, emphasizing the end of a long season and the difference in media scrutiny compared to past eras.

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Today's word of the day is ‘canned' as in Thibs as in the Knicks as in James Dolan as in Leon Rose as in Jalen Brunson. After just 5 seasons Tom Thibodeau is out in New York. Eastern Conference Finals appearance? Who cares! Back-to-back 50-win seasons? Who cares! That's what went down. (15:15) What is happening with the Rays? Are they staying or leaving? Is the Trop being fixed or not? Is Florida giving the Rays money or not? Ron DeSantis is all over it! (23:00) The Orioles are in a bad spot. The team is bad, but on a nice run right now. Disappointing team. Fans aren't showing up like they have in the past few seasons. (32:50) Review: Luckiest Man in America. (38:00) Wake Forest had to apologize for its head baseball coach after the team was eliminated from the College World Series. Tom Walter was caught on camera yelling an anti-gay slur at a Tennessee player. Uh oh. Consequences? Haven't seen them. (48:00) NPPOD. Let's talk the Stanley Cup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wednesday on 2 Pros and a Cup of Joe, the Knicks relieve Tom Thibodeau after he got them to the Eastern Conference Finals. Saquon Barkley is living his best life, gracing the cover of Madden, so don’t believe him when he says he would walk away early. And The Old P, Petros Papadakis praises the Dodgers, rips James Dolan for firing "Thibs," explains uphill battles for freshman in CFB and Kylie Jenner’s horse head vs Timothee Chalamet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Old P, Petros Papadakis praises the Dodgers, rips James Dolan for firing Tom Thibodeau, explains uphill battles for freshman in CFB and Kylie Jenner’s horse head vs Timothee Chalamet. Plus, crazy talk surrounding Sam Darnold and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's word of the day is ‘canned' as in Thibs as in the Knicks as in James Dolan as in Leon Rose as in Jalen Brunson. After just 5 seasons Tom Thibodeau is out in New York. Eastern Conference Finals appearance? Who cares! Back-to-back 50-win seasons? Who cares! That's what went down. (15:15) What is happening with the Rays? Are they staying or leaving? Is the Trop being fixed or not? Is Florida giving the Rays money or not? Ron DeSantis is all over it! (23:00) The Orioles are in a bad spot. The team is bad, but on a nice run right now. Disappointing team. Fans aren't showing up like they have in the past few seasons. (32:50) Review: Luckiest Man in America. (38:00) Wake Forest had to apologize for its head baseball coach after the team was eliminated from the College World Series. Tom Walter was caught on camera yelling an anti-gay slur at a Tennessee player. Uh oh. Consequences? Haven't seen them. (48:00) NPPOD. Let's talk the Stanley Cup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who is making the Knicks calls behind the scenes?

The Knicks' firing of Thibs is the top story, with Johnnie Bryant emerging as the leading candidate to replace him. Patrick Ewing was mentioned by a caller, but his past coaching struggles were highlighted. Reactions to Thibs' firing varied, with BT & Sal having opposing takes, Kendrick Perkins defending Thibs, and Chris Russo expressing anger at the Knicks' decision. The conversation also touched on James Dolan's history of paying coaches no longer with the team, and Thibs' unstarted 3-year extension. In sports updates, the Yankees beat the Guardians with Jazz Chisholm hitting a homer and Devin Williams securing the save. The Mets lost to the Dodgers in extra innings due to a Brandon Nimmo misplay. The segment concluded with more Knicks coaching discussions, including Boomer's belief that John Calipari would be interested in the role despite his past NBA struggles.

Hour 1 After the Knicks fired coach Thibs, Gio initially sought a positive but ultimately expressed strong disapproval. Boomer, believing something is amiss "behind the scenes," feels let down as a fan, fearing a step backward next season and demanding an explanation from the organization. Stephen A. Smith criticized Leon Rose for the firing and avoiding the media. The Yankees beat the Guardians with Jazz Chisholm and Volpe hitting homers. The Mets lost to the Dodgers in 10 innings after a Max Muncy homer and Brandon Nimmo's misplay. Juan Soto also homered. Phil Simms stated he doesn't deserve Hall of Fame induction. Johnnie Bryant is rumored as a potential replacement for Thibs. Hour 2 Further discussion centered on the Knicks firing Thibs, with Gio arguing it's a roster, not a coaching, issue. Calls flooded in regarding the Knicks and Thibs, with one comparing the coaching search to electing a new Pope. Jalen Brunson notably dismissed a reporter's question about Thibs' potential firing. Mike Francesa and Maddog Russo had opposing views on the firing. In MLB, the Yankees beat the Guardians with back-to-back homers from Jazz Chisholm and Ben Rice, while the Mets lost to the Dodgers in extras despite a late lead, with a Max Muncy homer and a Brandon Nimmo misplay deciding it. Boomer, referencing WFAN's instant reactions, questioned the fate of the remaining coaching staff, including Jalen Brunson's father, Rick Brunson, who is currently an assistant coach. Hour 3 The Knicks' firing of Thibs is the top story, with Johnnie Bryant emerging as the leading candidate to replace him. Patrick Ewing was mentioned by a caller, but his past coaching struggles were highlighted. Reactions to Thibs' firing varied, with BT & Sal having opposing takes, Kendrick Perkins defending Thibs, and Chris Russo expressing anger at the Knicks' decision. The conversation also touched on James Dolan's history of paying coaches no longer with the team, and Thibs' unstarted 3-year extension. In sports updates, the Yankees beat the Guardians with Jazz Chisholm hitting a homer and Devin Williams securing the save. The Mets lost to the Dodgers in extra innings due to a Brandon Nimmo misplay. The segment concluded with more Knicks coaching discussions, including Boomer's belief that John Calipari would be interested in the role despite his past NBA struggles. Hour 4 Yusef joined us and identified the Lombardi Trophy, discussed oven-baked ribs and sheep prices in Morocco. A caller suggested Stephon Marbury for coaching. Jerry's update included the return of the 'Gay Mets'. Kendrick Perkins commented on Thibs' firing, and Stephen A. Smith criticized Leon Rose. A Mike & The Mad Dog hypothetical on Rose/Dolan was played. The Mets lost due to Nimmo's error, while the Yankees won. Frank The Tank complained about noise at Dodger Stadium. Gio found the Bin Laden documentary and 'The Tylenol Murders' interesting.

Andy Gresh, filling in for Bill Reiter, opened the show by reacting to the New York Knicks firing head coach Tom Thibodeau before breaking down whether GM Leon Rose or owner James Dolan was more responsible for the firing. The hour wraps up with, Would You Rather.

Tom Thibodeau brought structure, toughness, and defense to a Knicks franchise that was once a laughingstock. As the Knicks Head Coach they won four playoff series, back to back 50 Win Seasons, and coming off their first Eastern Conference Finals appearance they decide to fire Tom Thibodeau. We tell you why this move has James Dolan written all over it and why it's a mistake that could set the franchise back years in the progress they've made. #Knicks #TomThibodeau #JalenBrunson #NBA #KnicksPodcast #MSG #KnicksNation #LockedUpSports #Dolan

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Franchise valuations are going up, up, up — and the first $10 billion team can't be far away. But inside the owners' meetings, though, generational warfare is underway: Can A-Rod snag the Timberwolves from the iron grip of an 83-year-old billionaire? Will the Celtics make private equity sexy? And how long until every NBA game is on national TV? Pablo Torre & The Expiring Assets (aka John Skipper and David Samson with a cold) are back to appraise Gollum's ring and stare into James Dolan's all-seeing Eye of Seventh Avenue. • Previously: How the Billion-Dollar War to Own the Timberwolves Went Nuclear https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmOkcQwZ-s8 • Subscribe to Nothing Personal with David Samson https://www.youtube.com/@NPDS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Franchise valuations are going up, up, up — and the first $10 billion team can't be far away. But inside the owners' meetings, though, generational warfare is underway: Can A-Rod snag the Timberwolves from the iron grip of an 83-year-old billionaire? Will the Celtics make private equity sexy? And how long until every NBA game is on national TV? Pablo Torre & The Expiring Assets (aka John Skipper and David Samson with a cold) are back to appraise Gollum's ring and stare into James Dolan's all-seeing Eye of Seventh Avenue. • Previously: How the Billion-Dollar War to Own the Timberwolves Went Nuclear https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmOkcQwZ-s8 • Subscribe to Nothing Personal with David Samson https://www.youtube.com/@NPDS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Leaked Signal group chat, xAI x X merger, Studio ChatGhibli-T Hayao Miyazaki's AI Nightmare Studio Ghibli has few legal options to stop OpenAI from ripping off its style No elephants: Breakthroughs in image generation Okay, I'm Starting to Think AI Can Do My Job After All Clearly we're talking about the WH Signal Leak Is it safe to travel with your phone right now? Musk shuffles $80 billion in assets, reshapes gov't — just another week at the office 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy and CEO Anne Wojcicki has stepped down Replit CEO Amjad Masad says learning to code is a waste of time, citing Dario Amodei's prediction that AI may generate essentially all code by next year As AI Takes His Readers, A Leading History Publisher Wonders What's Next Madison Square Garden's surveillance system banned this fan over his T-shirt design China bans facial recognition without consent; where's US law on this? Google's new experimental AI model, Gemini 2.5 Pro, is now available to free users too Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Alex Kantrowitz, Iain Thomson, and Jacob Ward Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: NetSuite.com/TWIT Melissa.com/twit oracle.com/twit shopify.com/twit

Leaked Signal group chat, xAI x X merger, Studio ChatGhibli-T Hayao Miyazaki's AI Nightmare Studio Ghibli has few legal options to stop OpenAI from ripping off its style No elephants: Breakthroughs in image generation Okay, I'm Starting to Think AI Can Do My Job After All Clearly we're talking about the WH Signal Leak Is it safe to travel with your phone right now? Musk shuffles $80 billion in assets, reshapes gov't — just another week at the office 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy and CEO Anne Wojcicki has stepped down Replit CEO Amjad Masad says learning to code is a waste of time, citing Dario Amodei's prediction that AI may generate essentially all code by next year As AI Takes His Readers, A Leading History Publisher Wonders What's Next Madison Square Garden's surveillance system banned this fan over his T-shirt design China bans facial recognition without consent; where's US law on this? Google's new experimental AI model, Gemini 2.5 Pro, is now available to free users too Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Alex Kantrowitz, Iain Thomson, and Jacob Ward Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: NetSuite.com/TWIT Melissa.com/twit oracle.com/twit shopify.com/twit

Leaked Signal group chat, xAI x X merger, Studio ChatGhibli-T Hayao Miyazaki's AI Nightmare Studio Ghibli has few legal options to stop OpenAI from ripping off its style No elephants: Breakthroughs in image generation Okay, I'm Starting to Think AI Can Do My Job After All Clearly we're talking about the WH Signal Leak Is it safe to travel with your phone right now? Musk shuffles $80 billion in assets, reshapes gov't — just another week at the office 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy and CEO Anne Wojcicki has stepped down Replit CEO Amjad Masad says learning to code is a waste of time, citing Dario Amodei's prediction that AI may generate essentially all code by next year As AI Takes His Readers, A Leading History Publisher Wonders What's Next Madison Square Garden's surveillance system banned this fan over his T-shirt design China bans facial recognition without consent; where's US law on this? Google's new experimental AI model, Gemini 2.5 Pro, is now available to free users too Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Alex Kantrowitz, Iain Thomson, and Jacob Ward Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: NetSuite.com/TWIT Melissa.com/twit oracle.com/twit shopify.com/twit

Leaked Signal group chat, xAI x X merger, Studio ChatGhibli-T Hayao Miyazaki's AI Nightmare Studio Ghibli has few legal options to stop OpenAI from ripping off its style No elephants: Breakthroughs in image generation Okay, I'm Starting to Think AI Can Do My Job After All Clearly we're talking about the WH Signal Leak Is it safe to travel with your phone right now? Musk shuffles $80 billion in assets, reshapes gov't — just another week at the office 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy and CEO Anne Wojcicki has stepped down Replit CEO Amjad Masad says learning to code is a waste of time, citing Dario Amodei's prediction that AI may generate essentially all code by next year As AI Takes His Readers, A Leading History Publisher Wonders What's Next Madison Square Garden's surveillance system banned this fan over his T-shirt design China bans facial recognition without consent; where's US law on this? Google's new experimental AI model, Gemini 2.5 Pro, is now available to free users too Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Alex Kantrowitz, Iain Thomson, and Jacob Ward Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: NetSuite.com/TWIT Melissa.com/twit oracle.com/twit shopify.com/twit

The Knicks go 2-1 on the week with wins over the Kings & Blazers along with a brutal loss in Golden State. CP The Fanchise goes live, reacting to it allKnicks 2-1 reactionDid the Knicks let Karl Anthony Towns down with their post game love to Draymond Green?Jalen Brunson injury update, how long will the Captain be out?CP reacts to the James Dolan interview on the Roomates PodcastUse code KFTV at Manscaped https://manscaped.com For 20% Off + Free Shipping.

Hour 3: Evan and Tiki talk about the issues with Demarcus Lawrence and Micah Parsons, wondering if this is actually real. They also talk about James Dolan joining the Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart Roommates Podcast.

Evan and Tiki discuss Russell Wilson's visit to the Giant and if he is the best option for them at QB. The Mets named Clay Holmes as their opening day starter and the Yankees named Carlos Rodon as their opening day starter. James Dolan spoke with Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart, Evan might be re-watching Married with Children & much more!

Boomer starts the hour with news of plans for updating Penn Station. This new plan has them moving MSG across the street. Boomer loves this new proposal for Penn Station. We also talked about congestion pricing and how nice it is when you have a smooth flight without delays. C-Lo returns for an update, but first we talked about the fundraising efforts for the Five Borough Bike Tour. Steph Curry made his 4,000th three pointer last night. James Dolan was on the Roommates podcast with Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart and C-Lo has some clips. In the final segment of the hour, we talked about the effects of NIL on college teams.