Podcast appearances and mentions of Jeff Van Gundy

Munaf Manji and Mackenzie Rivers talk NBA Finals Game 3 betting. Best bets as always. The podcast hosted by Munaf Manji and Mackenzie Rivers on RJ Bell's Dream Preview delves into the NBA Finals Game 3 between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers. The conversation opens with a recap of the first two games. Game 1 saw Indiana pull off a dramatic 111-110 comeback win despite Oklahoma City dominating most of the match. Rivers critiqued the Thunder's 207 passes—lowest in the league this season—paired with suboptimal shooting: SGA scored 38 on 14-of-30, while Holmgren went 2-of-9 and Jalen Williams shot 6-of-19. He referenced young stars' struggles in early Finals appearances to contextualize OKC's performance and emphasized his power ratings still favor Thunder significantly over Pacers. In Game 2, the Thunder responded decisively with a 123-107 victory. Munaf noted heavy betting movement on OKC and the ease with which they covered both spread and team total (120.5). Player stats were more balanced: SGA posted 34 points on 11-of-21 shooting, Holmgren bounced back with 15 on 6-of-11, Caruso hit four threes en route to 20 points, and Wiggins added 18 off the bench. Munaf applauded Coach Mark Daigneault for stellar in-game and series adjustments, likening his growing status to elite coaches. Rivers supported this by citing Daigneault's league-best 60.2% ATS record since 2020-21 (220-139-7), reinforcing Thunder's first-half dominance where they've led by an average of 14 points and both games' first halves stayed under the total. They discussed betting angles with Game 3 looming. While Rivers downplayed OKC's 0-7 ATS road playoff record due to small sample size, he endorsed betting Thunder -5.5 based on his power ratings and market comparison. The Thunder were -400 after splitting two games with Denver; against Indiana, the series price ballooned to -525, implying the market sees Indiana as a weaker opponent. He argued the spread should be closer to -7, citing historical trends where teams that won and covered Game 2 as road favorites in Game 3 are 3-0 straight up and ATS. Munaf explored Indiana's home court advantage, citing their 16 playoff home games over two seasons: 12-4 SU, 11-5 ATS, and 10-6 to the over. He correlated betting the over with Pacers' competitiveness. Rivers agreed, noting the faster-than-usual Finals pace (102.5 and 98), exceeding previous series like Heat-Nuggets. He identified both teams' willingness to launch threes as a key driver of pace despite low transition play. Both agreed on the over (228) for Game 3. They highlighted Tyrese Halliburton's prop values. When Halliburton scores 20+, he averages 11 assists; below that, just 7.5. He's had 8 double-doubles in 18 playoff games, 4 at home. Munaf and Rivers both endorsed his over on combined points and assists (25.5) and his double-double at +160. Shifting to league news, they addressed Darius Garland's toe surgery which sidelines him for 4–5 months. Trade rumors link him to Sacramento. Rivers emphasized Garland's significance to Cleveland's offensive identity alongside Mitchell. With Garland out or traded, the Eastern Conference becomes wide open. Despite injuries, Rivers considers Cleveland a better team than Indiana or New York if healthy. Odds show Knicks and Pacers at 8-1, Cavs at 11-1, Celtics falling to 20-1 due to Tatum's issues. They closed by discussing the Knicks coaching vacancy. Jason Kidd, Mike Malone, and longshots like Jeff Van Gundy or Johnny Bryant were mentioned. Kidd's potential move may stem from dissatisfaction with the Luka Doncic trade. They agreed New York requires a seasoned coach, with Vogel and Budenholzer seen as less dynamic fits. Munaf finished with promo details and noted Halliburton practiced fully despite “a leg thing,” suggesting no injury impact for Game 3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a surprise week off (thanks to a Comic Con trip that never happened), the crew is back in the studio—Dan, Frank, and Rich—ready to unpack the latest in sports and stir up some laughs along the way. This episode honors No. 38, the great Kurt Schilling, and kicks off with the hilarious story of how Rich's Dallas Comic Con plans were foiled… by Michelle.Then it's a deep dive into the NBA Playoffs:The Knicks are out, and Dan and Frank break down what went wrong—turnovers, soft defense, and misfired expectations.Thibodeau is out as head coach. Who's in next? Jeff Van Gundy rumors swirl.A Finals preview: Oklahoma City vs. Indiana. Can the Pacers hang? Can OKC's defense carry them?Next up: NHL Stanley Cup Finals – Edmonton wins Game 1 in overtime against Florida. Can Canada finally reclaim the Cup?In MLB:Mets on a roll, but can Lindor's injury shake things up?Yankees look poised to run away with the division.Phillies fall flat vs. Toronto—Frank's calling fraud.Dodgers hold their ground despite injuries.Astros annoy everyone. Cubs and Tigers surprise.Plus: video game ventures gone wrong, Jim Croce's legacy, Peter Frampton shoutouts, and the eternal irony of Lou Gehrig's disease.Special Thanks to:Fox Brothers Alarms - https://foxbrothersalarms.comFirst Baptist church of Phillipsburg NJ http://www.fbcpburg.org/

The best conversations on the Knicks this week from Boomer & Gio, BT & Sal, and Evan & Tiki. Diving into what's next for the Knicks following the decision to fire Tom Thibodeau. Is a Jeff Van Gundy reunion possible? Who else might want the job? Is it even desirable? Plus, BT & Sal on why New York's biggest problem still remains, and Boomer & Gio discuss whether Karl-Anthony Towns is out of shape.

The best conversations on the Knicks this week from Boomer & Gio, BT & Sal, and Evan & Tiki. Diving into what's next for the Knicks following the decision to fire Tom Thibodeau. Is a Jeff Van Gundy reunion possible? Who else might want the job? Is it even desirable? Plus, BT & Sal on why New York's biggest problem still remains, and Boomer & Gio discuss whether Karl-Anthony Towns is out of shape.

The best conversations on the Knicks this week from Boomer & Gio, BT & Sal, and Evan & Tiki. Diving into what's next for the Knicks following the decision to fire Tom Thibodeau. Is a Jeff Van Gundy reunion possible? Who else might want the job? Is it even desirable? Plus, BT & Sal on why New York's biggest problem still remains, and Boomer & Gio discuss whether Karl-Anthony Towns is out of shape.

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.

The 2025 NBA Finals tip-off tonight with the Indiana Pacers versus the Oklahoma City Thunder, so we look back at when Mike Breen, the voice of the NBA Finals, hit South Beach Sessions with a BANG. Originally recorded on June 6, 2023, and now, broadcasting his 20th NBA Finals, he will be more than comfortable calling the games, but sitting down with Dan to talk openly about HIMSELF? That's history in itself too. Mike shares with Dan how he still feels like the shy kid who is simply a fan of the game, and the love he has for his broadcast brothers, Jeff Van Gundy & Mark Jackson, even when they won't say it back. Mike also talks about how from the devastating ashes of his family's home, deep gratitude rose. Watch the 2025 NBA Finals as the Indiana Pacers battle the Oklahoma City Thunder LIVE on ABC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2025 NBA Finals tip-off tonight with the Indiana Pacers versus the Oklahoma City Thunder, so we look back at when Mike Breen, the voice of the NBA Finals, hit South Beach Sessions with a BANG. Originally recorded on June 6, 2023, and now, broadcasting his 20th NBA Finals, he will be more than comfortable calling the games, but sitting down with Dan to talk openly about HIMSELF? That's history in itself too. Mike shares with Dan how he still feels like the shy kid who is simply a fan of the game, and the love he has for his broadcast brothers, Jeff Van Gundy & Mark Jackson, even when they won't say it back. Mike also talks about how from the devastating ashes of his family's home, deep gratitude rose. Watch the 2025 NBA Finals as the Indiana Pacers battle the Oklahoma City Thunder LIVE on ABC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Knicks' coaching search is narrowing, with Rick Pitino emphasizing the immense pressure facing the new hire. Jeff Van Gundy is a strong candidate, while Mike Malone is reportedly out. In other sports news, Pete Alonso homered twice in the Mets' win, the Yankees were shut out, and there's drama with Gilbert Arenas criticizing Karl-Anthony Towns, and a public spat between Sal Licata and Dan Dakich over the Thibs firing. Michelle Beadle was replaced by Stephen A. Smith with little notice, and the Oilers took Game 1 against the Panthers in overtime.

Hour 1 The Knicks' coaching search is narrowing, with Rick Pitino emphasizing the immense pressure facing the new hire. Jeff Van Gundy is a strong candidate, while Mike Malone is reportedly out. In other sports news, Pete Alonso homered twice in the Mets' win, the Yankees were shut out, and there's drama with Gilbert Arenas criticizing Karl-Anthony Towns, and a public spat between Sal Licata and Dan Dakich over the Thibs firing. Michelle Beadle was replaced by Stephen A. Smith with little notice, and the Oilers took Game 1 against the Panthers in overtime. Hour 2 The Knicks' coaching situation continues to dominate discussion, with Rick Pitino advising Karl-Anthony Towns to reduce his body fat. Callers drew parallels to the Yankees' successful transition from Buck Showalter to Joe Torre, hoping for a similar outcome for the Knicks. In other sports, the Mets defeated the Dodgers with Pete Alonso hitting two home runs, while the Yankees were shut out by the Guardians. Rick Pitino also weighed in on Aaron Judge, calling him a "Babe Ruth type player," and expressed shock at the Thibs firing, a sentiment echoed by Adam Schein and Chris Russo—the latter misnaming Leon Rose as "Leon Hess." The Oilers won Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals. Off the field, comedian Jeff Garlin reportedly refused to perform at an event due to an $800 cash dispute. Finally, a caller suggested Juan Soto's improved performance is simply due to him enjoying the game, rather than a Mets/Yankees rivalry. Hour 3 Michael Rubin, CEO of Fanatics, joined the show to discuss Fanatics Fest happening later this month at the Javits Center. In sports updates, the Mets beat the Dodgers with Juan Soto walking three times and Pete Alonso hitting two homers, while Griffin Canning had another strong start. The Yankees were shut out by Cleveland. We heard an uncomfortable clip of Dave Portnoy yelling at Kirk Minihane, and Michelle Beadle reacted to being replaced by Stephen A. Smith on their SiriusXM show. The Oilers won Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals in overtime. Off the field, Wayne Gretzky was trying to understand Chappell Roan's "Pink Pony Club." Finally, the discussion turned to MLB's new rule allowing two ball/strike challenges per team starting next season, with concern that it might slow down games after successful efforts to speed them up. Hour 4 The show discussed the Fanatics Fest event, where everyday individuals can compete against professional athletes, detailing the various challenges. Saquon Barkley made headlines with a surprising comment about a potential sudden retirement. Jerry's final update covered the Mets beating the Dodgers behind two Pete Alonso home runs, and the Yankees being shut out by Cleveland. Rick Carlisle thought the Knicks' Thibs firing as a "fake A-I story," leading to a humorous debate about whether Stephen A. Smith or Chris Russo would prefer to be President or Head Coach of the Knicks. The Oilers defeated the Panthers in overtime to win Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals. The "Moment of The Day" involved Gio mispronouncing "unkillable" as "unlikeable" when referring to BT's podcast. The show concluded with a discussion of the NBA's reaction to the Thibs firing.

Brian Windhorst brought up Jeff Van Gundy as a legitimate candidate. And are they keeping the current coaching staff?

Sal Licata passionately asserts his strong opinions on the New York Knicks' recent decision to fire head coach Tom Thibodeau. He delves into the potential ramifications for the team, emphasizing the critical importance of the next coaching hire given the alleged player unhappiness with assistant coach Rick Brunson (Jalen Brunson's father) and the need to keep superstar Jalen Brunson content. Licata advocates strongly for Jeff Van Gundy or, as a secondary option, Jason Kidd, citing their experience and familiarity with the New York market as crucial for a team aiming for a championship within a narrow window.

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.

The discussion centers on the controversial firing of New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau, despite his success in revitalizing the team and leading them to their best performance in 25 years. Concerns are raised about internal issues, specifically reports of player unhappiness with Rick Brunson's influence, and the potential negative impact on star player Jalen Brunson, who strongly supported Thibodeau. The conversation then explores potential coaching replacements, with Jeff Van Gundy and Jason Kidd being favored due to their experience and familiarity with the team or market, while questioning if a new coach can truly surpass Thibodeau's achievements and navigate the complex team dynamics.

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.

In a segment of his sports talk radio show, Sal Licata discusses various New York sports topics. He begins with a humorous anecdote from a caller named Hank, who expresses frustration that his second cousin, actor Ben Stiller, won't attend a Knicks game with him. Licata then transitions to the Mets' announcement of an "Alumni Classic" game, essentially an Old Timers' Day under a new name, featuring over 40 former Mets players. He expresses enthusiasm for the event, particularly highlighting players like Jose Reyes and Carlos Beltran. The conversation then shifts to the Knicks, with a caller named Alan advocating for Mark Jackson as the team's next head coach, believing he's more relatable to modern players than Jeff Van Gundy. Alan also expresses optimism for the New York Jets' upcoming season. Licata, however, dismisses Mark Jackson as a serious candidate for the Knicks coaching job, citing his past issues with the Warriors and lack of subsequent coaching opportunities.

Is an old Knicks coach a legitimate candidate?

Old friend of the show Mo Dakhil joins KOC to preview the NBA Finals in full -- how both guys landed on the Oklahoma City Thunder to take care of business in 5 games. BUT the guys play out the scenario, "what is the path to an Indiana Pacers Finals victory?" PLUS during the taping -- the guys' live reaction to the stunning breaking news that the New York Knicks were parting ways with Thibs! Dakhil says New York should reunite with Jeff Van Gundy to go for some real Garden Nostalgia.Up next, Corey Tulaba and KOC weigh in on which NBA Draft Prospects have a real level of toughness, nastiness and tenacity. After a physical and grueling NBA Playoffs, Kevin and Corey discuss the 1st Round names that aren't afraid to mix things up and get their hands dirty. Some names discussed: Kon Knueppel, Tre Johnson, Jeremiah Fears, Noa Essengue, Cedric Coward, Carter Bryant and more.(0:20) NBA Finals Game 1 preview with Mo Dakhil(37:40) Knicks fire Tom Thibodeau(45:48) What went wrong for Ant & Timberwolves?(59:25) NBA Draft talk with Corey Tulaba

Dover and Cecil opened the show discussing if they want to watch the WCF tonight between the Timberwolves and Thunder. The fellas discussed why they would be fine with Jeff Van Gundy becoming the next head coach of the Nuggets. Dover names a person that could be the right fit for the Nuggets' GM role. The guys also reacted to Knicks fans throwing trash at a Pacers fan. 

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokely open the second hour recapping all the action from the Nuggets’ game 1 win, including an odd altercation involving Jokic and Jeff Van Gundy. Mike tells the Avs faithful to puff out their chest after they took game 1 in Dallas. Some juicy draft gossip came out that the Broncos may want to move up, but what position should they go after? Mike and Stoke discuss that and the Rockies’ new city connect uniforms. What’s Trending? Denver teams sweep a weekend playoff doubleheader, low turnout at CU’s spring game, and a familiar face at 20th and Blake.

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil take a deep dive into Michael Porter Jr.’s performance in game one of the Nuggets and Clippers playoff series. How will MPJ respond after getting benched down the stretch of the game? What does a good game look like tonight for MPJ? How much credit does interim coach, David Adelman deserve for not playing politics and playing the players, performing the best? Today’s “Three Count” features Jeff Van Gundy and Nikola Jokic getting into it when Van Gundy wouldn’t give Jokic the ball back on an out of bounds play, takeaways from the weekend in the NBA, and the Rockies picking up their 4th win of the season on Sunday. Zach and Phil react to the drop in attendance at the Colorado spring game over the weekend. Is it a big deal that Buff nation did not show out for the 2025-2026 CU Buffs? We hear from Coach Prime and his thoughts on the lack of support at the spring game.

Nuggets Clippers preview! Jeff talks about how the Clippers are unique because of their positional integrity because of Jeff Van Gundy. Jeff also talks about some matchups and why it's so hard to predict the way this series will go. In the second half Jeff talks about the Nico Harrison disasterclass and the NBA TV disrespect. Enjoy the show!

Please check out other RES productions: The Rich Eisen Show: http://apple.co/richeisenshow  OverReaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 ===== NBA Writer, radio host, and broadcaster Frank Isola joins the show to discuss the re-emergence of Kawhi Leonard, the MVP case for both Nikola Jokic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, what Phoenix should do with Kevin Durant at this point, and break down how both the Eastern and Western Conference Playoff Picture will play out. Jim and Frank also share stories about Jeff Van Gundy, the NBA game evolving over the decades, break down Cooper Flagg's game, and their expectations from Duke in the Final Four.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticIn this Notorious Mass Effect segment, Analytic Dreamz dives into Disney CEO Bob Iger's 2024 pay increase amid widespread layoffs. Key highlights include mass staff cuts at Disney and ESPN, with high-profile ESPN talents like Sam Ponder and Jeff Van Gundy let go, alongside 300 corporate staffers. Disney targets $7.5 billion in savings, yet Iger's compensation rises 30% to $41.1 million, featuring $18.25 million in stock awards and $523,685 in air travel perks. Analytic Dreamz explores the controversy, public perception, and corporate pay debates in the entertainment industry.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Vernon and Jacoby briefly go through last night's games, including Anthony Edwards's clutch performance versus the Clippers, Malik Monk's shot at Mike Brown, and how the Thunder have turned it around since losing to the Bucks in the NBA Cup (01:01). They then discuss how the trade deadline could completely reshape the Western Conference, as well as the importance of veterans and the contribution of role players in the playoffs (25:11). Next, they debate whether Steph Curry is destined to finish his career with this version of the Warriors and question why Bradley Beal has a no-trade clause (35:22). Also, they go through Coby White's dunk on Wemby, Kawhi's comments on Jeff Van Gundy, and what would it take for the Heat to trade Jimmy Butler to the Grizzlies (53:08). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producer: Jessie Lopez Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another day, another loss. This Knicks team is reeling right now, and it's ugly! While most cupcakes are maybe crying about the most well-conditioned athletes in the world playing a lot of minutes to try winning games, I have other qualms. Let's talk! Trivia: Which of the following coaches has led the Knicks to the most wins against the Orlando Magic? Jeff Van Gundy; Larry Brown; or Mike D'Antoni? 0:00 Intro 1:26 Game Recap & Thoughts 5:33 WTF Was Thibs Doing? 15:58 Zero Offensive Pop Right Now 18:53 Up Next 19:32 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Mikal 20:30 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Precious 21:08 PROMO BREAK 23:54 Trivia 24:44 Outro *SUPPORT THE POD* https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28 Audio

Please check out other RES productions: Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday  What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 ____ Basketball legend Alonzo Mourning joins Jim to discuss the charitable efforts that he's heading up to build up black communities and increase health and wellness awareness amongst Black males. Alonzo also looks back on his NBA career, discussing that it meant to him to win an NBA Championship in 2006, becoming Shaq's teammate after spending years being his opponent on the court, and what it felt like to have Jeff Van Gundy wrapped around his ankle during the infamous melee between the Heat and Knicks. You might be surprised to hear who Zo blames for that incident! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Mark Simon is joined by Ben Kaplan, a VP in the sports and entertainment industry and a former Division III basketball player, who is the co-author of 'Pipelines to the Pros: How D3 Small College Nobodies Rose to Rule the NBA' with Danny Parkins. Ben wanted to talk about how a non-journalist learns journalism on the fly for the purpose of writing a book, so that's what we did! We look at the lessons he learned along the way about how a book needs a throughline, how to interview prominent people (like former NBA head coaches Jeff Van Gundy and Stan Van Gundy) and dig for anecdotes they haven't shared before, and how to fight through the struggles of being a first-time author.Ben's salutes: Chris Herring, Mirin Fader, Chris Ballard, Jeff Pearlman, and Jeff PassanThank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com)Tweet us at @journalismpodSubscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com

The Clippers are in Hawaii for training camp and things are HAPPENING. Adam, Will, and Chuck talk Ty Lue endorsing the young guys, the non-update on Kawhi Leonard's knee, Derrick Jones Jr's role on the team, Jeff Van Gundy's impact, and preview Saturdays Clippers vs Warriors game

In this episode, Jon opens by reacting to Brian Windhorst's comments on a recent episode of The Hoop Collective that Julius Randle has an "extremely tradeable" contract (3:25). Then, his is joined by the co-author of "Pipeline To The Pros" Ben Kaplan to discuss the book in detail, which includes extensive research of Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau, former head coach Jeff Van Gundy, assistant coach Andy Greer and much more (10:22)! CHECK OUT BEN'S BOOK - Pipeline to the Pros Watch the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel! FOLLOW BEN - @BKaplan4 FOLLOW MACRI - @JCMacriNBA FOLLOW GMAC - @AndrewJClaudio_ CHECK OUT THE KFS MERCH STORE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Anthony Richardson needs to stack two good nights practicing against the Cardinals. Chris Ballard has been evaluated as the NFL's shrewdest trader - which is a surprising but it is not surprising once you hear the names of the players he has acquired! Scottie Scheffler calls championship format "silly" - of course he would. Jeff Van Gundy makes a surprise appearance from Colts Camp! https://mybookie.website/joinwithKENT Promocode: KENT Here is the link for my book: https://www.amazon.com/Oops-Art-Learning-Mistakes-Adventures/dp/173420740X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe and Mike welcome Ben Kaplan, Co-Author of Pipeline to the Pros. Ben dives into the success former Division 3 basketball players and coaches now have in the NBA, specifically Brad Stevens, Jeff Van Gundy, and Sam Presti. He also talks about the value of playing Division 3 basketball and the success of retired Amherst Coach David Hixon. He also discusses the book's value and the potential pipeline for women's basketball. The CUSP Show is a production by the faculty of Sports Management at Columbia University. You can get in touch with the program on Twitter @CU_SPS_Sports and Instagram @cu_sps_sportsmanagement. The CUSP Show is hosted by Joe Favorito (@Joefav) and Tom Richardson (@ConvergenceTR). The show is produced by Mike Schretter'25 (@mikeschrett1), LJ Holmgren (@LJ_Holmgren), and Danny Hagenlocher (@DhColumbiaSPS), with Mike Schretter'25 and Lissa Ruiz managing social media efforts.   Links:  https://www.amazon.com/Pipeline-Pros-Ben-Kaplan/dp/1637274335 https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-kaplan-25192617/

Today I talked to Ben Kaplan about his new book (co-authored with Danny Parkins) Pipeline to the Pros: How D3 Small-College Nobodies Rose to Rule the NBA (Triumph Books, 2024). Jeff Van Gundy. Brad Stevens. Frank Vogel. Mike Budenholzer. Tom Thibodeau. Sam Presti. Leon Rose. Before you knew his name, before he drafted your favorite player, before he guided your team to a championship, he had a playing career of his own at an NCAA Division III college. He didn't play for fortune – the NBA was out of reach, and his school didn't even give athletic scholarships. He didn't play for fame – his games weren't televised, and the stands were rarely full. Whatever the motivation, he simply couldn't give up the game of basketball. And that didn't change after graduation, when it was time to pick a career path. For the first time in league history, NBA coaches and general managers are just as likely to have played Division III basketball as they are to have played in the NBA. While the number of former D3 players working in the NBA is higher than ever, small college alums have served in leadership positions since the league's founding. They shaped the NBA into what it is today, playing integral roles in the Lakers' initial success in Los Angeles, the inception of several expansion franchises, the creation of the popular All-Star Weekend dunk contest, the globalization of the league, and more. Their improbable and inspiring journeys tell a bigger story – the history of small college athletics, the evolution of coaching and management in the NBA, and the hiring practices in the most competitive fields. Their alma maters were small, but their impact on the game, and the implications of their success, loom large. Paul Knepper covered the New York Knicks for Bleacher Report. His first book, The Knicks of the Nineties: Ewing, Oakley, Starks and the Brawlers That Almost Won It All was published in 2020. You can reach Paul at paulknepper@gmail.com and follow him on Twitter @paulieknep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Today I talked to Ben Kaplan about his new book (co-authored with Danny Parkins) Pipeline to the Pros: How D3 Small-College Nobodies Rose to Rule the NBA (Triumph Books, 2024). Jeff Van Gundy. Brad Stevens. Frank Vogel. Mike Budenholzer. Tom Thibodeau. Sam Presti. Leon Rose. Before you knew his name, before he drafted your favorite player, before he guided your team to a championship, he had a playing career of his own at an NCAA Division III college. He didn't play for fortune – the NBA was out of reach, and his school didn't even give athletic scholarships. He didn't play for fame – his games weren't televised, and the stands were rarely full. Whatever the motivation, he simply couldn't give up the game of basketball. And that didn't change after graduation, when it was time to pick a career path. For the first time in league history, NBA coaches and general managers are just as likely to have played Division III basketball as they are to have played in the NBA. While the number of former D3 players working in the NBA is higher than ever, small college alums have served in leadership positions since the league's founding. They shaped the NBA into what it is today, playing integral roles in the Lakers' initial success in Los Angeles, the inception of several expansion franchises, the creation of the popular All-Star Weekend dunk contest, the globalization of the league, and more. Their improbable and inspiring journeys tell a bigger story – the history of small college athletics, the evolution of coaching and management in the NBA, and the hiring practices in the most competitive fields. Their alma maters were small, but their impact on the game, and the implications of their success, loom large. Paul Knepper covered the New York Knicks for Bleacher Report. His first book, The Knicks of the Nineties: Ewing, Oakley, Starks and the Brawlers That Almost Won It All was published in 2020. You can reach Paul at paulknepper@gmail.com and follow him on Twitter @paulieknep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sports

The guys are fired up for a big sports weekend and the Freeway Series between the Dodgers and Angels. There was a protest in front of the radio station. BFF Don MacLean on the Lakers hiring JJ Redick and Clippers adding Jeff Van Gundy to their coaching staff. Secret Textoso Roundup.

Well it was a big week for Paul George quotes…which usually is a bad thing. Will, Chuck, and the illustrious Justin Russo talk Paul George's recent quotes and what he might be feeling about his contract situation, get hyped(?) on Jeff Van Gundy, and we find out if Chuck picked a good dip this week

Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla joins The Lowe Post to discuss his flashbulb memories after winning the championship, his analytical approach, the challenge of repeating, and the role of luck in the playoffs. Then Jeff Van Gundy joins to discuss his role as an advisor to the Celtics and why he decided to join the Clippers staff as Ty Lue's lead assistant. Plus, the Pistons firing of Monty Williams and the Pacers extension with Pascal Siakam. What was said in the halftime lockerroom of Game 5 (2:34) Flashbulb memories from the postgame blue (4:45) On how he and Zach ran into each other on the court before Game One (7:23) Learning from his personal Mount Rushmore of coaches (12:07) The influence of his father (15:12) How quickly this has all happened for him (22:45) Implementing his style in his first full off-season as the head coach (24:40) The 4th quarter of Game 3 (28:28) The impact of Al Horford (34:14) On the challenge of repeating (35:47) Van Gundy (41:13) On what he did for the Celtics (44:42) On being a part of his first championship team (47:31) Brad Stevens is a ruthless competitor (56:50) On joining the Clippers staff (1:01:44) News and notes from around the league (1:14:14) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake Fischer and Dan Devine go through the NBA news of the week, preview the start of free agency and do a vibe check on the Golden State Warriors.(01:25) - Five Out(02:35) - Pistons fire Monty Williams(08:35) - Jeff Van Gundy joins Clippers coaching staff (12:33) - Mark Cuban no longer running the Mavericks(16:35) - Joe Mazzulla knee surgery(23:00) - Rich Paul on Bronny James(30:00) - NBA offseason key dates(31:45) - 2024 NBA free agency preview(54:15) - VIBE CHECK: Golden State WarriorsOn this episode of No Cap Room, Yahoo Sports senior NBA reporter Jake Fischer and Yahoo Sports senior NBA writer Dan Devine talk about everything that's going on in the NBA this week (NOTE: This episode was recorded before the Lakers hired JJ Redick and before the Bulls-Thunder trade).The guys start things off by talking about Monty Williams, who has been relieved of his duties as head coach of the Detroit Pistons this week. The guys explain why Detroit made the move now and what to expect next from the Pistons and Williams.Jeff Van Gundy is leaving the champion Boston Celtics to become an assistant coach with the Los Angeles Clippers, which feels weird for a former successful NBA head coach who has been an ESPN broadcaster for almost 20 years. Dan explores why Van Gundy is getting back into coaching for a third act in his life.Now that the NBA Finals have concluded, it was revealed that Mark Cuban is no longer running basketball operations for the Dallas Mavericks. No longer will every Mavericks decision need to be made by Cuban, and that will be odd but also a sign that this team is starting to become more like every other team in the NBA.After talking about Joe Mazzulla needing knee surgery, the guys talk for a bit about how Rich Paul has handled the NBA Draft on behalf of Bronny James and what it might mean for his early NBA career.Jake goes through some of the important NBA offseason dates coming up this summer before the guys dive into a preview of the start of NBA free agency. Jake talks about which big dominoes will determine what happens with everyone else and Dan wonders how much better the Oklahoma City Thunder might get this offseason.Finally, the Golden State Warriors are trying to be competitive with some future Hall of Famers on the roster, but might it finally be time to consider blowing it up and starting over? The Warriors are paying a ton of money in tax and continue to miss the playoffs.Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports PodcastsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Episode 103 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin are back from their recent trips to London for the MLB World Tour and ready to discuss all the latest from the announcing world.  A look at how broadcasters handled the news of Willie Mays' passing, a look ahead to MLB this week including the Rickwood Field game, and a discussion of the potential shakeupss for the NBA announcing scene are all covered.  Plus NHL Stanley Cup, the Men's College World Series and Tom Brady's FOX Sports debut.A multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned throughout the show with an array of topics discussed including:*** MLB in London redux*** News of Willie Mays' passing during live broadcasts *** Jon Miller on Giants TV*** Dave Flemming on Giants Radio*** Gary Cohen and Keith Hernandez on Mets TV*** Three networks in three days for Tom McCarthy*** Scenarios for ESPN/ABC if JJ Redick goes to Lakers*** Charles Barkely retirement announcement*** Jeff Van Gundy earns ring, lands coaching job  *** Tim Legler's future*** Stanley Cup Final on TV and Radio *** Men's College World Series Championship Series *** Tom Brady debut on FOX Sports at UFL Championship Hear it all on the newest "Announcer Schedules Podcast" as part of the Last Word on Sports Media podcast feed and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. celebrate the Boston Celtics' championship win, salute the Dallas Mavericks for their run, then check in on the teams populating the top-half of the WNBA standings.If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS1:00 -- Mavericks-Celtics47:30 -- (W)NBA News (Free agency around the corner, Jeff Van Gundy, Aces)50:00 -- Connecticut Sun58:00 -- New York Liberty1:06:45 -- Minnesota Lynx1:14:00 -- Seattle Storm1:21:30 -- Phoenix Mercury1:28:45 -- Las Vegas Aces1:39:30 -- Other WNBA musingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In hour two, Jeff Van Gundy is back on the sideline but Hoch misses him on the TV broadcast. Is Charles Barkley actually retiring? McDonald's is doing away with AI Drive-Thru's. Plus, Will Manso joins the show to detail all of the plans ABC has in South Florida tonight if the Panthers can close out the Oilers to win the Cup and he pushes back on the Celtics being bums. 

Seth and Sean react to the Celtics winning the NBA Championship, congratulate former Rockets coach Jeff Van Gundy as they realize he's been consulting with the Celtics, and wonder what their former coach (and Rockets' current coach) Ime Udoka is thinking watching this.

Mike Francesa praises the Celtics' team effort, noting their ability to win the NBA Finals despite not having a standout MVP. He also discusses the Mets' impressive recent run, the Yankees' series versus the Orioles, and Jeff Van Gundy's surprising return to basketball as an assistant coach for the Clippers.

We're all back, huzzah! Adam, Chuck, and Will talk a Paul George “opt in and trade” scenario, wonder what Jeff Van Gundy would bring to the coaching staff, and rank the Intuit Dome food offerings

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray debate whether Jayson Tatum is “the guy” for the Celtics. (10:07) The guys comment on the report that Jeff Van Gundy might join the Celtics' staff. (21:54) Email of the Day. Plus, a new, chill Felger. (35:31) The Final Word.

You won't find a more honest and respected presence in the NBA than TNT's Stan Van Gundy. While the bond between brothers runs deep... the competition between Stan and Jeff Van Gundy runs even deeper. Stan gets into his relationship with his younger brother, what it was like facing off against each other as coaches time and time again, the depth of the love they share as they've gotten older, and what he expects next for Jeff in the NBA. Stan and Dan also talk about how they became friends, seeing greatness in the Miami Heat's Erik Spoelstra early on, and the often toxic criticism that surrounds sports today. Then, Stan opens up with Dan about learning to balance asking for support from family and friends and self-reliance as he processes his grief over the loss of his wife, Kim. It's hard not to love Stan Van Gundy. Watch the 2024 NBA Western Conference Finals between the Dallas Mavericks and Minnesota Timberwolves on TNT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You won't find a more honest and respected presence in the NBA than TNT's Stan Van Gundy. While the bond between brothers runs deep... the competition between Stan and Jeff Van Gundy runs even deeper. Stan gets into his relationship with his younger brother, what it was like facing off against each other as coaches time and time again, the depth of the love they share as they've gotten older, and what he expects next for Jeff in the NBA. Stan and Dan also talk about how they became friends, seeing greatness in the Miami Heat's Erik Spoelstra early on, and the often toxic criticism that surrounds sports today. Then, Stan opens up with Dan about learning to balance asking for support from family and friends and self-reliance as he processes his grief over the loss of his wife, Kim. It's hard not to love Stan Van Gundy. Watch the 2024 NBA Western Conference Finals between the Dallas Mavericks and Minnesota Timberwolves on TNT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I don't know about you, but I sure miss Jeff Van Gundy and Mark Jackson doing the games with Mike Breen. I know this is subjective, but Doris Burke and JJ Redick just don't mesh with Breen like JVG and Jackson! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The TNT game analyst and former Heat/Magic/Pistons/Pelicans head coach works frequently these days alongside Chris Haynes in Chris' sideline reporter role and joins Haynes and Marc Stein for a candid conversation about the recent coaching changes around the league in Phoenix and Lakerland and the state of modern coaching. The guys also discuss some of Stan's past coaching experiences, whether he would take another head coaching job, his potential advice for JJ Redick when it comes to his former player becoming a coach and whether we'll ever get a podcast featuring Stan and his brother Jeff Van Gundy.  Follow, rate and review #thisleague UNCUT with Chris Haynes & Marc Stein here!https://link.chtbl.com/thisleagueuncut #fsr See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While we wait for the Celtics to find out their playoff opponent, we open up the mailbag to figure out how to avoid playoff stress, worries about how the Celtics will play, how deep they'll get into the bench, and the toughest playoff path. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal answers all that, plus questions about Derrick White's contract, Neemias Queta's impact on the depth chart, Robert Williams coming back, Jeff Van Gundy, and riding on duck boats.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monopoly GO!Get in the game and join your friends. Download MONOPOLY GO! now free on The App Store or Google Play. Yahoo FinanceFor comprehensive financial news and analysis, visit the brand behind every great investor, YahooFinance.com.NissanOur friends at Nissan have a lineup of SUV's with the capabilities to take your adventure to the next level. Take the Nissan Rogue, Nissan Pathfinder, or Nissan Armada and go find your next big adventure. Shop NissanUSA.com.eBay MotorsFrom brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it's easy to bring home that big win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelFanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook. Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning GUARENTEED That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – win or lose! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)