Podcast appearances and mentions of Jarrett Allen

Ken Carman and Jason Lloyd evaluate the rumors of LeBron James returning to Cleveland and the high trade value of Jarrett Allen. They then shift to a heated debate regarding the NFL Draft prospects of Shedeur Sanders and Brendan Sorsby, weighing talent against off-field gambling concerns. 01:02 - LeBron's Potential Cavs Return 01:36 - Jarrett Allen Trade Value 04:48 - Shedeur Sanders vs Sorsby 10:39 - NFL Gambling Policy Discussion 17:39 - Guardians Beat White Sox

Ken and Jason Lloyd continue wrestling with the Evan Mobley for Jalen Brown scenario, with Ken gradually talking himself into accepting that this may be the only realistic upgrade available, even as he worries it just creates a lineup of three guards and Jarrett Allen. Jason makes the most compelling argument of the segment: if Ken doesn't believe Mobley can lead this team to a championship, and there's no other realistic trade partner, then saying no to Brown is essentially saying no to every Mobley trade forever. The Donovan Mitchell contract situation hangs over everything, with Jason noting the window is likely two years regardless, and Ken revealing he's been hearing whispers about Miami and Donovan's affection for Bam Adebayo as a potential landing spot if Mitchell doesn't re-sign. Ken closes with the James Harden analogy that keeps nagging at him: that move sped the clock up like cutting the wrong wire on a bomb, and whatever comes next has to be the right call.

A report from Brandon Scoop B Robinson adds fuel to the LeBron fire, claiming a return to Cleveland is genuinely on the table and would require James Harden to restructure his deal, LeBron taking less than max money, and a sign-and-trade with the Lakers that could involve moving Jarrett Allen or others. The David Griffin angle gets tossed into the mix as a fun subplot, with Ken admitting he'd love to see Griff back in Cleveland before Jason quickly pours cold water on the idea that LeBron would base any decision on who the GM is. Ken's central hang-up remains the same: coming back to Cleveland feels like a retirement tour admission, and he's not convinced LeBron is emotionally ready to make that concession while he's still physically capable of special things at 41. Jason pushes back gently, arguing LeBron has nothing left to prove and would be fine walking away on his own terms, championship window or not.

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Per NBC Sports Boston's Chris Mannix, the Celtics' real trade target isn't Donovan Mitchell, it's Evan Mobley for Jaylen Brown, and Anthony surprises Ken by saying he'd actually pull the trigger on it. Ken pushes back hard, arguing Mobley's talent is too tantalizing to give up and that the move solves a wing problem while creating a new one on the interior, leaving Dean Wade as the team's primary frontcourt defender. They pivot into an argument over whether Jarrett Allen, not Mobley, should be the one on the trade block given how much he's outperformed his bargain contract and helped win multiple Game 7s. The segment ends in chaos when a caller named Will claims the Knicks are overrated two weeks after winning the championship, and the guys roast him for one of the worst calls they've ever taken.

Brian Geltzeiler joins to weigh in on a possible Evan Mobley for Jaylen Brown swap and says he'd make the deal as Boston but isn't convinced as Cleveland, arguing Mobley's offensive ceiling has been capped by usage rather than talent. The segment derails into a heated argument when Anthony pushes back on Geltzeiler calling James Harden's Eastern Conference Finals performance "humiliating," comparing it unfavorably to Victor Wembanyama, and Geltzeiler abruptly threatens to hang up over the disrespect before the call actually drops. After patching things up, Geltzeiler argues the Cavs have a roster structure problem, with Mobley miscast next to Jarrett Allen instead of playing center outright, and says running the same group back next year guarantees the same result. He closes things out on a lighter note, confirming AJ Dybantsa was the right pick at number one in last night's draft.

Danny Cunningham joins Ken and Anthony and shoots down trading Donovan Mitchell, arguing a top-10 player who actually wants to be in Cleveland is too rare to give up, and he's skeptical Jaylen Brown is even the right target if Evan Mobley were on the table. He flags Jarrett Allen, not Mobley or Mitchell, as the most realistic trade chip given his rising value, and warns that mid-season shakeups like trading for a new starter rarely produce a title that same year. Danny also pours cold water on a midseason fix-it strategy, pointing out the rest of the East is improving too, so simply running it back and being "better" may not be enough to get past Boston, New York, or Indiana. He closes by laying out the case for LeBron's return hinging entirely on whether LeBron prioritizes winning over comfort or money.

Nick and Daryl get into what it would take for LeBron James to return to the Cavs this summer. Then, they're joined by former Cleveland pitcher Cody Allen, and they talk about their panic level for the Guardians.

Nick Wilson and Daryl Ruiter's discussion focuses on the trade rumors involving a potential LeBron James return to Cleveland in exchange for Jarrett Allen. They debate the merits of trading young assets for an aging superstar and reflect on the Cleveland Cavaliers' need to restructure their roster after consecutive playoff struggles. 01:00 - LeBron Trade Rumors 03:25 - Fiscal Responsibility Argument 08:22 - Reshaping Cavaliers Roster

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Ken and Anthony dig deeper into the Jaylen Brown trade talk, weighing whether dealing Evan Mobley actually fixes the Cavs' two-big problem with Mobley and Jarrett Allen or just creates a new one on the interior. A caller pushes back with his own proposal, floating Donovan Mitchell and James Harden in a package for Brown, which Ken quickly shoots down. The conversation circles back to Darius Garland's trade value and whether the Cavs are now stuck in no man's land, good enough to be good but not good enough to win it all.

Anthony rolls through some options further down the list as well as some draft prospects the Lakers could land if their primary targets aren't available.

Jeff Phelps and Dan Menningen discuss why the Cleveland Cavaliers deserve more credit for their playoff success. They evaluate potential roster adjustments involving James Harden and Jarrett Allen while taking calls on the team's culture and coaching under Kenny Atkinson. 01:24 - Cavs Playoff Credit 04:43 - James Harden Critique 11:20 - Trade Speculation Debate

Nick and JP discuss if the Cavs should explore trading Jarrett Allen for Lebron James.

Ken and Nick bring in Danny Cunningham to break down the Cavaliers' offseason options, and the conversation covers everything from a potential Jared Allen trade to the very real possibility of LeBron James returning to Cleveland for a third run. Danny explains how James Harden opting out and Dean Wade likely walking could get the Cavs out from under the second apron, which would unlock roster building tools that matter way more than the dollar savings. But the moment that will stick with Browns fans comes at the end, when Ken puts Danny on the spot with a 30 second Myles Garrett question and Danny does not hesitate for a second, saying trade him, get three first rounders and a good young player, and start building toward the future because this Browns team is not winning at a high level while Garrett is in his prime.

The conversation explores the Cleveland Cavaliers' offseason options, including whether to run it back or trade key players like Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley. They debate hypothetical trades involving LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and New Orleans Pelicans' wing Trey Murphy III. 01:39 - Cavs Offseason Outlook 03:21 - Jarrett Allen Trade Value 05:49 - Mobley Trade Scenarios 08:17 - Pelicans Trade Options 10:14 - Morning Show Drama

The Chicago Bulls offseason is getting more interesting by the day, and Haize breaks down another loaded edition of Chicago Bulls Central

Sam Amico joined Baskin and Phelps to break down how the Cavaliers fell to the Knicks in four games in the Eastern Conference Finals and why he thinks the team couldn't find a way to win a single game. He discussed whether or not Kenny Atkinson's job is on the line, and which members of the roster he thinks are safe and who could get traded.

Jeff and Andy discuss the idea of Jarrett Allen being a trade piece this off season and whether or not they think that would be a good move for the Cavaliers.

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Ken Carmen and Anthony Lima analyze the Cleveland Cavaliers' struggles after falling behind 0-2 to the New York Knicks. They discuss the team's offensive process and react to Jarrett Allen's candid comments regarding the stress of the postseason.

Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin evaluate the Cleveland Cavaliers' situation after falling into an 0-2 series hole, expressing a surprising amount of confidence in the team's ability to bounce back. They specifically highlight Evan Mobley's aggressive play and Jarrett Allen's impact while addressing fan frustrations and potential roster moves. 01:01 - Processing The Playoff Deficit 05:33 - Cavs Earning Fans Trust 08:24 - Evan Mobley Offensive Growth 11:36 - Trading Mobley For Giannis 13:15 - Guard And Big Synergy

Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Thursday. Munaf Manji and Uncle Diamond Dave Essler are back on the Straight Outta Vegas AM feed for a loaded Thursday edition of Cash That Ticket, coming off a perfect 2-and-0 best bet day and ready to attack one of the biggest nights on the spring sports calendar. The guys open with a full breakdown of Game 2 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals, where the New York Knicks host the Cleveland Cavaliers at Madison Square Garden as six-and-a-half-point home favorites with a total of 216.5. Cleveland blew a 20-plus-point fourth-quarter lead in Game 1, shot just 40% from the field, got beaten 60-38 in the paint, and watched Donovan Mitchell disappear in overtime, and Uncle Dave makes a compelling case that the sharpest angle in this game is fading the Cavs team total rather than picking a side outright. The Knicks shot a combined 31% from three in Game 1 with every perimeter player ice cold, and positive regression to the mean makes the New York team total over an equally compelling play. Uncle Dave targets Karl-Anthony Towns PRA over 35 as his player prop, pointing to Jarrett Allen's inability to contain Towns and the near-certain shooting efficiency improvement from a 6-for-14 Game 1 outing. Munaf takes Donovan Mitchell over 27.5 points at minus-114 on DraftKings, citing Mitchell's hometown pride at MSG and his overtime disappearance as the motivational fuel for a bounceback performance. Both hosts like the Knicks side for the full game and first half. On the baseball side, Uncle Dave and Munaf work through all four evening games, hitting the Braves and Marlins total with Sandy Alcántara against Spencer Strider in Miami, the Blue Jays at Yankee Stadium with Braydon Fisher as opener against a shaky Carlos Rodón, the Sacramento Athletics against José Soriano and the Angels in a high-pitch-count over environment, and Eduardo Rodríguez versus Zach Agnos in the desert with a big Arizona money line neither host wants to lay. Best bets close the show: Uncle Dave locks the Braves-Marlins over 7.5 on the strength of both teams' recent scoring history in this series and beyond, while Munaf pounds the Blue Jays team total over 3.5 at minus-120 on DraftKings against a Rodón who has walked eight batters in just eight innings this season. Use promo code PLAYOFFS20 at pregame.com for 20% off everything through May 31, and grab Munaf's three-star best bet on Knicks-Cavs Game 2 for just one dollar at pregame.com tonight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin analyze the Cleveland Cavaliers' recent playoff performance and discuss the adjustments needed for their upcoming matchup against the New York Knicks. The conversation focuses on James Harden's defensive consistency, Jarrett Allen's interior presence, and critiques of Kenny Atkinson's coaching decisions during Game 1. 01:00 - Cavaliers Vs Knicks Preview 04:11 - James Harden's Playoff Role 09:13 - Jarrett Allen Analysis 11:36 - Atkinson Rotation Criticism

Jared and Mo discuss the Knicks' 22-point comeback win over the Cavaliers, the Spurs' epic Game 1 win over the Thunder, the Mavericks firing Jason Kidd, and the Pelicans hiring Jamahl Mosley. 00:00 Intro 2:55 Knicks-Cavaliers 25:13 Spurs-Thunder 55:34 Jason Kidd and Jamahl Mosley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Knicks enter Game 1 against Cleveland with rest, momentum, and a chance to seize control at Madison Square Garden. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber break down why the extra time off should help more than hurt, how urgency matters for this Knicks team, and why Cleveland's playoff reputation still feels unproven. The conversation digs into Jalen Brunson's matchup with the Cavaliers' tired legs, Jarrett Allen's past comments about the playoff lights, and why James Harden remains the obvious villain for Knicks fans. Evan and Tiki also debate Donovan Mitchell's reception at the Garden and whether losing to Harden would be the ultimate insult for New York.

92.3 The Fan presents a collection of discussions previewing the highly anticipated Cavaliers-Knicks playoff series from The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima, Baskin & Phelps, and Afternoon Drive with Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin. The guys dive into how Sam Merrill's hot shooting opens up the floor for Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen, and discuss whether the Cavs can handle New York's physicality. Plus, a look at Donovan Mitchell's recent shooting numbers and what success really looks like this season. That and more on this week's Best Of Cavs on 92.3 The Fan!

Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Tuesday. Tuesday, May 19, 2026 brings one of the biggest nights of the sports calendar, and Munaf Manji and Uncle Diamond Dave Essler are locked in on everything that matters on Cash That Ticket, airing on the Straight Outta Vegas AM feed. The Eastern Conference Finals open tonight at Madison Square Garden as the New York Knicks host the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 1, and the hosts spend the first half of the pod breaking down every layer of this matchup — from the series price, with New York installed as a minus-265 favorite and Cleveland available at plus-215, to the specific game-one angles that offer the most value on a Tuesday tip-off. OG Anunoby is listed as probable and expected to play after missing the final two games of the Philadelphia series with a hamstring strain, and Dave makes the case that his return is the single most important development heading into this series for New York — a player who was shooting over 60 percent on two-point attempts and playing elite defense across multiple positions before the injury. Cleveland arrives with just one day of rest after grinding through back-to-back Game 7s against Toronto and Detroit, and while Donovan Mitchell and Jarrett Allen were exceptional in the series clincher against the Pistons, Dave challenges the narrative around that scoring output, noting that 44 free throws and a desperate Detroit pace created a performance that the Knicks will not allow to repeat. His key play is the Cavaliers team total under 105.5. Munaf leans first-half under and highlights the historical trend of Game 7 teams struggling in quick-turnaround games. Both hosts dig into the Jalen Brunson three-point prop at essentially even money — Brunson is shooting 41 percent from deep in these playoffs, nearly 47 percent at home, and has cleared three makes in seven of his last ten home playoff games while averaging double-digit attempts against Cleveland in the regular season. From the NBA, the pod transitions into a deep and well-sourced MLB breakdown, opening with the Braves-Marlins early game, where Dave isolates Atlanta in the first five innings against Braxton Garrett with Martin Perez creating an interesting matchup for Miami. The Reds and Phillies serve up one of the best pitch mismatches of the week with Chase Burns at his absolute best and Jesús Luzardo carrying an ERA above five — both hosts agree the play is Cincinnati through five innings and nowhere near their bullpen. The Mets and Nationals get a nuanced treatment with Nolan McLean squaring off against Foster Griffin in Washington, with live-game over opportunities discussed alongside a Nationals team total angle. The Yankees and Blue Jays game two offers a favorable run environment through weather and bullpen fatigue, and Munaf and Dave both lean over while leaning toward Toronto as a value side. At Wrigley Field, Jacob Misiorowski and Ben Brown set up one of the easiest first-five under reads on the board, and both hosts refuse to overthink what is clearly a pitcher's showcase through five innings. The Dodgers and Padres conclude the NL breakdown with Dave raising the early-inning Dodgers team total as the cleaner way to attack Griffin Canning's command disasters without committing to a full-game side. Munaf officially closes his best bet on Ranger Suarez and the Red Sox moneyline at minus-128 on BetOnline, with Suarez having not allowed a run in over 19 consecutive innings while Bailey Falter and a Kansas City bullpen game await. Dave closes with two official best bets: Jalen Brunson three-plus threes at minus-102 and the Angels-Athletics over nine, driven by Jacob Lopez's alarming home run and walk rates. Head to pregame.com and use promo code PICK25 for all-access picks through May 31. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

92.3 The Fan presents a collection of discussions previewing the highly anticipated Cavaliers-Knicks playoff series from The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima, Baskin & Phelps, and Afternoon Drive with Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin. The guys dive into how Sam Merrill's hot shooting opens up the floor for Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen, and discuss whether the Cavs can handle New York's physicality. Plus, a look at Donovan Mitchell's recent shooting numbers and what success really looks like this season. That and more on this week's Best Of Cavs on 92.3 The Fan!

92.3 The Fan presents a collection of discussions previewing the highly anticipated Cavaliers-Knicks playoff series from The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima, Baskin & Phelps, and Afternoon Drive with Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin. The guys dive into how Sam Merrill's hot shooting opens up the floor for Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen, and discuss whether the Cavs can handle New York's physicality. Plus, a look at Donovan Mitchell's recent shooting numbers and what success really looks like this season. That and more on this week's Best Of Cavs on 92.3 The Fan!

Craig Carton is DONE with scared Knicks fans ahead of Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals. On this episode of the Carton Show, Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle debate whether Knicks fans should actually fear the Cavaliers, argue over Jarrett Allen being “soft,” and clash over whether Mike Brown has already surpassed Tom Thibodeau.

Ken and Lima react to the Cleveland Cavaliers' dominant Game 7 victory over the Pistons to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals. They break down the Herculean efforts of Donovan Mitchell and Jarrett Allen while discussing the strategic role of James Harden in the playoffs. The discussion also shifts to Kenny Atkinson's leadership and his anecdote about a pre-game dinner with owner Dan Gilbert.

Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin celebrate the Cleveland Cavaliers' dominant Game 7 victory over the Detroit Pistons. They highlight the impact of Jarrett Allen's performance and discuss the mindset needed as the team moves on to face the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals. 01:45 - Afternoon Drive Returns 04:02 - Cavs Game 7 Victory 09:14 - Jarrett Allen Masterclass 12:30 - Chasing The NBA Finals

Nick and Jonathan analyze the Cleveland Cavaliers' playoff resilience and the growth of players like Jarrett Allen and Max Strus. The conversation also explores personal anecdotes about ice cream cravings and humorous commentary on courtside interactions during NBA games. 01:00 - Cavaliers Playoff Performance 03:30 - Ice Cream Craving Stories 07:31 - Jarrett Allen Courtside Distractions

Spencer Davies of ClutchPoints joins Afternoon Drive on The Fan. He talks about Jarrett Allen changing his narrative in the playoffs, if his standard has changed for the Cavs now that they're in the Eastern Conference Finals, how they matchup against the Knicks, and more.

Nick and Jonathan discuss Jeremy Fowler's report about the Browns quarterback situation. Then, they're joined by Dan Favale of Bleacher Report, and they get into the narrative surrounding Cavs center Jarrett Allen.

The Cavs ADVANCE, and "Game 7 Jarrett Allen" is now officially a thing.  Gone is the "Donovan has never been out of the 2nd round" narrative.  Gone is the "bigs are soft" narrative.  Bob Schmidt, on the eve of the prodigal son's arrival, is here to celebrate advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals to take on the New York Knicks.  

Migros Hemen'in sunduğu Potacast'in yeni bölümünde Kaan Kural ve Orkun Çolakoğlu, NBA'de konferans finallerini ve öncesindeki maçları ve son durumları değerlendiriyor.  Sohbet, yedinci maçla neticelenen Cleveland Cavaliers-Detroit Piston eşleşmesi ile başlıyor. James Harden'ın gelmesinden sonra elit bir hücum takımına evrilen Cavaliers'ın istikrarsız performansı eleştirilirken, Evan Mobley ve Jarrett Allen'ın destekleyici performanslarına değiniliyor.  Detroit Pistons'ta Cade Cunningham'in taşıdığı yükten bahsedilirken, Ausar Thompson'ın azalan dakikaları, Pistons'ın hücumdaki yetersizliği ve Jalen Duren'ın iyiye yakın olmayan performansı konuşuluyor.  Doğu Konferans Finallerinde karşı karşıya gelecek New York Knicks-Cleveland Cavaliers mücadelesinde Knicks'in oyun tarzından dolayı Cavaliers'a ters gelmesi, ev sahibi avantajı, Cavaliers'ın yorgunluğu gibi etkenler masaya yatırılıyor. Serinin favorisi olarak New York Knicks öne çıkarılırken, seri tahminlerinin ardından Batı Konferansı'na geçiliyor.  Batı'da Thunder'ın, Lakers'ı rahat geçmesi ile sohbet başlıyor. San Antonio Spurs'te Dylan Harper'ın performansı, Minnesota Timberwolves'ta Julius Randle ve Rudy Gobert ve isimlerin yetersizliğinin yanında Anthony Edwards'ın tek kişilk gösterisi öne çıkarılıyor.  Oklahoma City Thunder'da Jalen Williams'ın sakatlıktan dönüşü, A.J. Mitchell'ın etkili performansı ve Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gibi konular değerlendiriliyor. San Antonio Spurs'ün izolasyon problemi öne çıkarılırken, Thunder'ın hücumda SGA'in üretkenliğinin tıkandığı noktalarda top kontrolünün Alex Caruso'ya kalması gibi konular konuşuluyor.  Programın kapanışında NBA'de sezonun en değerli oyuncusu seçilen Shai Gilgeous-Alexander'ın ödülünün perde arkasındaki oylama süreçleri yorumlanıyor.  Keyifli dinlemeler!

Andy and Jeff talk about Mobley and Allen's performance in the Cavs' game 7 win over the Pistons and discuss whether or not they think they should be a major part of the team's game plan moving forward.

The NBA's two-minute report vindicated the officials in Game 5, ruling the controversial late-game non-call on Jarrett Allen a legal play — and Ken and Lima used it to torch JB Bickerstaff and the Pistons for their post-game whining. The irony wasn't lost on anyone that Detroit, a franchise built entirely on the identity of being the toughest, most physical team in basketball history, was the one crying foul over incidental contact while the Cavs were busy out-muscling them all series long. With common sense prevailing and the report backing up Tony Brothers, the bigger story became how badly the Pistons' complaints exposed their own identity crisis heading into a must-win Game 6 situation on the road in Cleveland.

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Jared and Mo discuss the Spurs' big win over the Timberwolves, Donovan Mitchell's explosion vs. the Pistons, the Thunder ousting the Lakers from the playoffs, the tragic deaths of Brandon Clarke and Jason Collins, Daryl Morey's firing, and the NBA Draft lottery.  00:00 Intro 3:13 Spurs-Timberwolves 22:26 Pistons-Cavaliers 35:02 Thunder-Lakers 45:28 Brandon Clarke and Jason Collins 48:48 Daryl Morey's firing 56:05 Bucks open for Giannis business 57:19 Draft Lottery Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick and Jonathan debate whether Anthony Lima acts as a jinx for the Cleveland Cavaliers and evaluate the team's ability to win road games during the playoffs. Discussion focuses on the individual performances of Donovan Mitchell and Jarrett Allen, while a caller named Isaac weighs in on the 'Cavalanche' trend. 01:00 - Cavs Mush Debate 06:01 - Team Talent Analysis 13:38 - Isaac Calls In

Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin analyze Donovan Mitchell's massive scoring performance and its impact on the Cleveland Cavaliers' confidence in the postseason. They discuss the team's momentum and evaluate Jarrett Allen's defensive contributions while addressing his response to playoff critics. 01:00 - Mitchell's 43-Point Performance 05:14 - Cavs Playoff Momentum Analysis 11:20 - Jarrett Allen's Defensive Impact

Spencer Davies joins to break down the Cavaliers' Game 1 loss and what needs to change heading into Game 2 in Detroit. They discuss Donovan Mitchell's lack of aggressiveness, James Harden's turnover issues, and how early foul trouble for Jarrett Allen derailed the team's defensive rhythm.

Jared and Mo discuss the Knicks' blowout win over the Sixers, the Wolves' shocking Game 1 upset of the Spurs, the Thunder's blowout over the Lakers, the Pistons' gritty win over the Cavaliers, and the latest news and notes from around the NBA. 00:00 Intro 2:35 Knicks-76ers 14:12 Spurs-Timberwolves 27:58 Thunder-Lakers 34:11 Pistons-Cavaliers 45:42 News and Notes Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Anthony Lima and Matt Dery analyze the Cleveland Cavaliers' Game 1 loss, highlighting the contrast between Kenny Atkinson's calm demeanor and J.B. Bickerstaff's officiating pressure. They examine James Harden's poor performance, the team's offensive stagnancy, and critical rotation decisions involving Jarrett Allen.

Anthony Lima and guest host Matt Derry analyze the Cleveland Cavaliers' 111-101 loss to the Detroit Pistons in Game 1 of their playoff series. They debate James Harden's poor ball handling and turnover issues while questioning head coach Kenny Atkinson's decision to limit Jarrett Allen's minutes. The conversation also explores the officiating disparity and the emotional impact of former coach J.B. Bickerstaff leading the Pistons to victory. 03:10 - Cavs vs Pistons Recap 06:17 - Harden's Performance Struggles 10:01 - Cavs Half-Court Offense 16:23 - Atkinson's Rotation Decisions 20:39 - Allen's Limited Playing Time 26:01 - Officiating and Free Throws 33:22 - J.B. Bickerstaff Returns 37:21 - Energy Level Disparity 40:48 - Postgame Offensive Adjustments

Jared and Mo recap the three Game 7s between the Celtics and 76ers, Pistons and Magic, and Cavaliers and Raptors before previewing the second round of the playoffs with one big question about each series.  00:00 Intro  01:59 Celtics-Sixers 19:17 Pistons-Magic 26:11 Cavs-Raptors 32:03 Nuggets Collapse 41:54 Spurs-Timberwolves 48:19 Knicks-Sixers 55:53 Thunder-Lakers 59:32 Pistons-Cavaliers 1:05:08 Jared's Schedule Complaints Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to the Cavs beating the Raptors in Game 7, Ja Morant’s future and the Pistons complete the 3-1 comeback Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NIGHTCAP 2:47 - Cavs Beat Raptors33:35 - Don’t Forget about Ja48:17 - Pistons Beat Magic (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.