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First Take begins with brackets!! Did the number one overall seed Blue Devils get hosed? Or, did 5 seed St. Johns just prove winning your conference tournament doesn't even matter? (0:00) Then, the red hot Lakers won their 5th straight game over the weekend. This time, taking down Jokic and the mighty Nuggets. Are we ready to move them into the title contenders tier? (26:30) Next, Andraya Carter answers: Uconn or the field? (40:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shannon Sharpe and Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson give you the Best of NBA from Nightcap. Unc and Ocho react to Miami Heat's Bam Adebayo scoring 83 points. The guys later debate where Dwight Howard ranks all-time amongst NBA centers, and Nikola Jokic is already considered the greatest of all time! Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 0:00 - Bam Adebayo drops 83-pts vs Wizards9:57 - Erik Spoelstra defends Bam's 83 pts performance from critics 33:37 - Nikola Jokic the GOAT?!54:58 - Dwight Howard officially retired from basketball (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Celtics mostly cruised to an easy win over the tanking Wizards, 111-100. Neemias Queta got off to a dominant start, Jayson Tatum cleared more hurdles in his recovery, and the entire cast was rock-solid. Chud and Doug break it all down, discuss their love of college basketball, talk about some big performances by Jokic and Luka, and much more!Follow the show on Twitter/X:@ChuddysCorner@KingChuddy@Doug_Outs@_nickpirainoSHOP OUR STORE at ChuddysCorner.com/storeLeave us a voicemail at ChuddysCorner.comLike, subscribe, and rate the podcast!00:00 Intro and Celtics Game Overview01:02 Conference Tournament Madness and UMass Win04:04 Celtics vs Wizards: Game Highlights and Strategy06:38 Wizards' Tanking Tactics and Player Efforts09:15 Tatum's Extended Play and Game Management14:34 Tatum's Full Quarter and Playoff Readiness18:00 Game Flow and Player Rotation Insights22:04 Defensive Plays and Player Efforts26:20 Kevin Durant's Performance and NBA Highlights28:35 NBA Team Strategies and Player Evaluations

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Tim Legler to discuss how the gap between the NBA conferences has closed significantly due to the talent of the league (4:17). Then, they break down Bam Adebayo's 83-point game against the Wizards, Kawhi Leonard's late-season surge, and much more (34:38). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Tim Legler Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Sam's Club | Join The Club of Yes And #ULTRACourtside could get you closer to the game! https://michelobultra.com/courtside MICHELOB ULTRA® COURTSIDE '25 to '26. No Purchase Necessary. Open to US residents 21 plus. Begins on October 1, 2025 and ends on June 30, 2026 Multiple entry periods. See Official Rules at https://michelobultra.com/courtside for free entry, entry deadlines, prizes, and details. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit⁠⁠⁠ www.rg-help.com⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take resumes with the most impressive performance from a chaotic night of NBA games! Did Luka's 50 ball outshine yet another Jokic triple double? (0:00) Then, Windy, Vinny and Forty react to Erik Spoelstra's reaction to fans reacting to Bam Adebayo's 83 point performance! (13:50) Next, Geno Smith is returning to where it all started in the Meadowlands! Are the Jets finally on the right track? (25:05) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Doc and Bru break down the latest fantasy basketball news and injury updates heading into the weekend, including the latest on Joel Embiid, Karl-Anthony Towns, Keyonte George, Scotty Pippen Jr., Day'Ron Sharpe, and more. Then they dive into Dr. A's “My Guys” and the Bruski 150 players from Thursday night, highlighting standout performances from Luka Doncic, Josh Giddey, Taylor Hendricks, Stephon Castle, Jaylin Williams, SGA, Jokic, and other key risers. To close it out, they preview the most important teams, players, and matchups to watch heading into the weekend for fantasy basketball managers in the playoff push. Presented by FanDuel Download the SportsEthos App on the APP Store and Google Play! FantasyPass now includes DAILY PROJECTIONS - perfect for DFS and head-to-head leagues. Join the Discussion on DISCORD for real-time advice and community support. Subscribe, Rate, and Review on Apple and Spotify for expert updates and tips! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest Mortcast on CSG and MHS Jeff talks about the Nuggets back to back Texas two step wins over Houston and San Antonio. He goes over the significance, and how Jokic's change of leadership style might be the catalyst. Also Jeff talks about the Denver Broncos perplexing offseason and the confusion it has brought to the fans. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

En este episodio de Fantasy Corner Basketball Edition, el único podcast de fantasy basketball en español, estaremos dando recomendaciones de jugadores para que ganes el weekend en tu liga. Ademas te ayudamos a prepararte para la semana número 21 y obviamente hablamos del juegazo de Bam Adebayo y lo comparamos con el de Jokic del dia de Navidad.Recuerden que nos pueden seguir en:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx-piu5lpHpBzUPlyF5KfcAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/loscomebancoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/loscomebanco/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loscomebancosApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/los-come-banco/id1510229034Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ak1aK4W7VzJq3OwbjGmL6

The NBA world is buzzing after Bam Adebayo exploded for 83 points, putting himself near the top of the list for the highest-scoring games in NBA history. But was the performance historic greatness or a manufactured moment? In this episode of the Hoopsology Podcast, Justin Goodrum, Matt Thomas, and Allen Munzer break down the massive night and debate whether the game deserved the hype. We also dive into the controversy surrounding the performance and discuss comparisons to Kobe Bryant's legendary 81-point game. The conversation doesn't stop there. We also take a deep look at the NBA MVP race, including the incredible season from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the continued dominance of Nikola Jokić. Is SGA on track to win MVP again? Or could Jokic steal the award late in the season? We discuss NBA championship contenders as the playoffs approach. Are the Oklahoma City Thunder the team to beat in the West? Can the Denver Nuggets make another run? And what teams might surprise everyone when the postseason begins? Finally, we discuss the latest in the WNBA CBA negotiations. Will the season be canceled or delayed? Subscribe to Hoopsology for more NBA discussions, interviews, and basketball culture coverage. Podcast Person? Subscribe here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2sIa6O4u4TnIBSygXu9qDm?si=acff6d3796a14c9a Or search “Hoopsology” anywhere else you listen to podcasts! Join the conversation!  Twitter: https://twitter.com/hoopsologypod  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Hoopsologypod/  IG:  https://www.instagram.com/hoopsologypod/  Email: Hoopsologypod@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Wright discusses what has gone wrong with the LeBron James x Luka Doncic pairing for the Los Angeles Lakers and what needs to happen for LA to go on a run in the NBA Playoffs. Later, Nick breaks down what Jayson Tatum's return will look like for Jaylen Brown and the Boston Celtics. Is Tatum necessary for the Celtics to win the NBA Finals. Next, Nick reacts to Lu Dort's cheap shot on Nikola Jokic in Thunder-Nuggets and why he believes the reaction will hinder OKC's chances of repeating. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of the Hoop Heads Podcast Mike and Jason discuss Bam Adebayo's 83 point game against the tanking Wizards. Next, they analyze the impact of Jayson Tatum's return on the East playoff picture, before breaking down the SGA, Jokic, Wemby 3 man MVP race.Visit our Sponsors!Give With HoopsGive With Hoops is a groundbreaking initiative that fuses basketball analytics with modern sponsorship. Built for teams who see data as opportunity, from AAU programs to college powerhouses. By tying on-court performance directly to community and sponsor engagement, Give With Hoops help programs raise more while deepening support from those who believe in the game.D3 Direct Recruiting PlaybookYour step-by-step guide to getting recruited as a college athlete at the NCAA Division 3 level. This course is designed by former D3 Athletes to take you from zero interest from college coaches to securing your first offer and putting you on the path to committing.The Coaching PortfolioYour first impression is everything when applying for a new coaching job. A professional coaching portfolio is the tool that highlights your coaching achievements and philosophies and, most of all, helps separate you and your abilities from the other applicants. Special Price of just $25 for all Hoop Heads Listeners.Wealth4CoachesEmpowering athletic coaches with financial education, strategic planning, and practical tools to build lasting wealth—on and off the court.If you listen to and love the Hoop Heads Podcast, please consider giving us a small tip that will help in our quest to become the #1 basketball coaching podcast. https://hoop-heads.captivate.fm/supportTwitter/X Podcast - @hoopheadspodMike - @hdstarthoopsJason - @jsunkleInstagram@hoopheadspodFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/hoopheadspod/YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDoVTtvpgwwOVL4QVswqMLQ

On the latest Mortcast on CSG and MHS Jeff talks about how the Nuggets have taken on their coach's rather blah personality and that has led to the team looking kind of meh in certain situations. Jokic famously doesn't interfere with his coaches but Jeff advocates that Jokic do what he did at the end of last year and lead the team emotionally in order to get out of this rut. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Celtics fall to the Spurs, 125-116, in a measuring-stick game, but it was overshadowed by Jaylen Brown's ridiculous ejection. Derrick White played great, Jayson Tatum keeps getting back to being Tatum, Ron Harper Jr. exploded, and Wemby was an alien. But it's hard not to feel like we got robbed by the refs of a potential classic. Chud breaks it all down, talks about the iconic Jokic/SGA matchup, hits on Bam's 83-point game, and much more!Follow the show on Twitter/X:@ChuddysCorner@KingChuddy@Doug_Outs@_nickpirainoSHOP OUR STORE at ChuddysCorner.com/storeLeave us a voicemail at ChuddysCorner.comLike, subscribe, and rate the podcast!00:00 Introduction and Game Overview2:40 Jaylen Brown's Ejection Controversy11:14 Celtics Performance Analysis24:57 Around the NBA Highlights: SGA vs. Jokic & Bam's 8330:30 Closing Thoughts and Future Matchups

Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Mf'n Beck are back with another edition of Real Ones, and they dive right into the Thunder's 129-126 victory over the Nuggets on Monday night. Did reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander all but guarantee himself a second MVP with his performance in this victory? How close is the MVP race with other guys like Nikola Jokic, Victor Wembanyama, and Jaylen Brown lurking? Jayson Tatum returned to the Celtics lineup over the weekend following his recovery from a torn Achilles. What does his return mean for the Celtics' championship aspirations? Plus, the mailbag! (0:00) Intro (2:22) OKC tops Denver 129-126 in thriller (4:18) MVP race: Shai or Jokic? (29:00) Fan Duel ad break (30:14)Jayson Tatum returns (46:39) Mailbag Hit the mailbag! realonesmailbag@gmail.com Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck Producers: Victoria Valencia and Clifford Augustin Production Supervision: Ben Cruz, Conor Nevins, and John Richter The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take begins with SGA securing MVP vs Jokic. His step-back dagger three secured the win against a hungry Nuggets squad. Can we officially hand him the trophy? (0:00) Then, the consistently inconsistent Knicks can't find the blend. Stephen A. thinks they may be closer to irrelevancy than winning the title. (34:10) Next, Dwoody tells us his favorite moves from day 1 of NFL free agency. (42:10) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn discusses the Denver Nuggets loss to Oklahoma City Thunder in which Shai Gilgeous-Alexander hit a game-winning three. Nikola Jokic battled in the second half, but the Thunder were inevitable. Does OKC have Denver's number? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil take a deep dive into the Broncos first two days of NFL free agency and the lack of moves they've made. We examine the JK Dobbins contract and why the Broncos were willing to give him a big money deal. Will the Broncos have a different plan of attack in 2026 to keep Dobbins healthy the entire year? We hear from Mike Klis and his thoughts on why the Broncos chose Dobbins over Travis Etienne and why the Broncos gave Adam Trautman the contract they did. DenverSports.com's Jake Shapiro joins the show to discuss Christian Braun's struggles when defending SGA, the Nuggets updated title hopes, and more. Today's "Three Count" includes reacting to another chapter in the Lu Dort and Jokic saga and debating if last night secured SGA as the 2026 MVP. We preview tonight's big matchup between the Avalanche and Oilers. Zach shares the stats on the difference in power play between the Avs and Oilers and we reminisce on the last time these two teams met on the ice. 

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to Nikola Jokic's longform interview in Serbian where he shared his thoughts on potentially playing elsewhere and things that are important to him. Zach points out Jokic bringing up alcohol multiple times in the interview and how Serbian basketball culture prioritizes coaches as the leader while the NBA prioritizes the best player as the leader. We react to Jokic naming what players and teams around the NBA he enjoys watching. We react to the details of JK Dobbins contract with the Broncos and question why he received as much money as he did. How comfortable are the guys with Dobbins and RJ Harvey being the plan at running back for the Broncos in 2026? Will Dobbins be able to stay healthy the entire 2026 season? We react to the Nuggets falling to the Thunder in game of the year, last night. Should Nuggets Nation walk away from the loss encouraged with taking the best team in the west to the final seconds? 

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil take a deep dive into the Broncos first two days of NFL free agency and the lack of moves they've made. We examine the JK Dobbins contract and why the Broncos were willing to give him a big money deal. Will Dobbins' contract end up being a better bang for their buck than the Saints paying Travis Etienne? With many of the big-name running backs already signed, we debate if there are any "discount" running backs the Bronco should look in to. We react to Nikola Jokic's longform interview in Serbian where he shared his thoughts on potentially playing elsewhere and Zach points out the number of times Jokic mentions alcohol. We wrap up the show with DenverSports.com's Will Petersen joining the show to discuss JK Dobbins liking Will's tweet about missing out on the top running back free agents and what the guy's are looking for tonight in the Avalanche and Oilers game. 

SGA and Jokic went bananas for fantasy managers, like usual, but the biggest news out of Monday might be Aaron Gordon's ramp-up and De'Anthony Melton being cleared for back-to-backs. Although the zombie Sixers are also notable. Let's discuss. The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support the mission here but won't change anything we do. https://www.patreon.com/cw/oldmansquad Follow Dan Besbris on Twitter: https://x.com/danbesbris Find Dan on the brand new BlueSky social network: https://bit.ly/3Vo5M0N Check out Dan's Google Sheet with Ranks, Weekly Streaming Schedule Charts & Injury Replacement Adds FREE! https://bit.ly/3XrAdEW Listen and subscribe on iTunes: https://apple.co/3XiUzQK Listen and subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ACCHYe Float on over to the new Old Man Squad Sports Network YouTube page to watch videos from the network's top talent: https://bit.ly/46Z6fvb Join the Old Man Squad Discord to chat with Dan and all the other hosts: https://t.co/aY9cqDrgRY Follow Old Man Squad Fantasy on Instagram for all our short videos: https://bit.ly/3ZQbxrt Podcast logo by https://twitter.com/freekeepoints Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

0:00 - If you lose to the Thunder in OKC and play em hard, you can live with that. SGA hit 2 clutch shots with a defender's hand in his face. He did what he does. That'll happen sometimes. BUT, last night, the Thunder were missing multiple bigs, and you got beat in the paint. Outscored by OKC's backup bigs! In the paint! With AG, Jokic, Val, etc. That can't happen. Losing wasn't the problem last night. HOW they lost was the problem!16:47 - If the Broncos do nothing else this offseason, they NEED another RB for depth. That's not a knock on the newly re-signed JK Dobbins. But he can't stay healthy for a full season. You need to prepare for the half of the season when he's not playing. Are there any free agent RBs left?35:05 - Oh, by the way...we can't stop watching the WBC. Oh, by the way...the NBA made the Atlanta Hawks cancel their Magic City promotion night. Oh, by the way...Italy's baseball team has an espresso machine in their dugout and they're ripping shots after they rip home runs.

First Take resumes with the consistently inconsistent Knicks. Kenny Smith is picking the Celtics over them in the East playoffs, especially after Tatum's triumphant return! (0:00) Then, Michael Jordan weighed in on the GOAT debate! (12:05) Next, Kenny asks Stephen A. if he'd prefer Wemby or Jokic on the Knicks! (27:35) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to the San Antonio Spurs beat the Houston Rockets 145-120, the Los Angeles Lakers beat the New York Knicks 110-97, and the Celtics beat the Cavs 109-98 and much more! Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 05:51 - Spurs beat Rockets38:18 - Lakers beat Knicks57:19 - Celtics beat Cavs1:03:44 - Heat beat Pistons (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to Michael Porter Jr says that Nikola Jokic is the greatest player of all time, Claressa Shields claps back at Unc and Ocho for saying she can’t beat a male fighter, and the Patriots reportedly wanted Maxx Crosby this offseason and much more! Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 0:00 - Michael Porter Jr says Nikola Jokic is the greatest player of all time21:05 - Claressa Shields and Shakur Stevenson clap back at Unc and Ocho43:14- Pats reportedly wanted Maxx Crosby 49:49 - Rams and Trent McDuffie reach agreement55:09 - Play or Fade with PrizePicks1:00:18 - Q & Aaayyy (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by discussing Justin's trip to Las Vegas and his bet on the Celtics to win the title, just before Jayson Tatum's return. Some initial thoughts from Tatum's return and if the Celtics are favorites now. Plus a quick detour in Warm Up Jumpers into the best offensive/defensive ratings currently, the state of Carolina sports and pay homage to a Philly advertising radio legend. Next, the duo heads out West to take inventory on where they are at with the contenders with 20 games to go. Denver has struggled amid Jokic's return and the guys debate if the Nuggets can turn it on. They also discuss the surging Timberwolves, OKC maintaining their #1 seed and the Spurs looking like true finals contenders. Are the Rockets and Lakers a factor at all? In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, Jared McCain's hot start in OKC (and Kevin ranting about the Sixers being inept), the Knicks hang 142 on the Nuggets, Dillon Brooks gets arrested, and a look at the tank race. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!

On today's show, Bill and Pretty Daddy talk Tua's time being up in Miami, second chances for NFL quarterbacks, nepo coaches like Steven Pearl, AI insanity that freaks Tom out, Tatum's return and Jokic's greatness, happiness without LeBron and much more.For more of the show, and to become a free or paid subscriber, visit BillReiter.Substack.com.

Who was the best player in the world each year in the NBA?In this episode of Once Upon a Dribble, Josh is joined by CBS Sports writer Sam Quinn to explore a fun historical thought experiment: the unofficial “Best Player in the World Championship Belt.”Instead of ranking players all-time, we track the league's true crown year-by-year asking when the belt clearly belonged to one superstar and when it was up for grabs.We discuss:Michael Jordan's dominance in the 90sShaq vs. Duncan in the early 2000sKobe's peak yearsWhen LeBron truly took the crownSteph, Kawhi, Giannis, Jokic and the modern era debateAlong the way we dig into the messiest transition seasons, controversial belt holders, and the players who came closest without ever holding the title.Once Upon a Dribble is a basketball history & ideas podcast focused on context over hot takes.

in this episode pablo and joestar talk about everything that happened in the western conference this weekpatreon.com/stateoftheleagueTIMESTAMPS:27:00 THUNDER46:00 SPURS1:09:00 WOLVES 1:26:00 ROCKETS1:44:00 NUGGETS 2:00:00 LAKERS2:13:00 SUNS2:15:00 WARRIORS2:22:00 CLIPPERS2:25:00 BLAZERS2:33:00 GRIZZLIES2:37:00 MAVERICKS 2:39:00 PELICANS2:45:00 JAZZ 2:50:00 KINGS

In what was easily their most impressive win of the season, the Knicks blew the doors off a fully healthy Nuggets team and did it on the road. There is a lot to unpack from this one, so we dig into plenty of specifics including the Hart/Towns dynamic, the defense, OG's big night, exploiting Jokic, and more.0:00 Intro0:25 Recap & Thoughts6:45 Hitting Towns Early And Often!12:42 Using Hart To Screen And Push!16:00 Stay Connected With Us!16:58 OG At Center W/ Towns At Four?21:48 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): OG23:59 Using The Corners26:01 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Mitch28:20 Up Next29:00 Trivia29:41 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

JAYSON TATUM IS BACK. The Celtics beat the Mavericks, 120-100, as Tatum made his long-awaited season debut, returning after almost 10 months recovering from a ruptured Achilles. He came back and looked like himself, sparking the team to a win and giving Boston fans plenty of reason to dream big. Chud and Doug break it all down, talk about Jokic the pub goer, Giannis the slumlord, and much more!Follow the show on Twitter/X:@ChuddysCorner@KingChuddy@Doug_Outs@_nickpirainoSHOP OUR STORE at ChuddysCorner.com/storeLeave us a voicemail at ChuddysCorner.comLike, subscribe, and rate the podcast!00:00 Jayson Tatum's Return: A Game-Changer for the Celtics09:58 The Impact of Tatum's Performance on Team Dynamics20:07 Injury Updates: Vucevic's Situation and Team Adjustments29:09 Injury Updates and Team Dynamics32:01 Appreciating the Game and Team Cohesion35:24 The Impact of Key Players36:13 Around the NBA: News and Insights38:54 Humorous Anecdotes and Player Stories41:07 Controversies and Player Reputation46:08 Comparing Eastern and Western Conference Teams

Brad Evans and Pat Boyle preview Knicks at Nuggets and share their prop picks: Jokic UNDER 12.5 rebounds and Shamet OVER 9.5 points. Plus, CBB bubble games with VCU, St. John's, Miami (OH) and a look ahead at the weekend's biggest matchups. Score updates and a listener call on the Bears' draft decision.

Verno and Jacoby discuss a couple of anticipated debuts as Jayson Tatum gets ready to suit up for the Celtics and Trae Young finally steps on the floor for the Wizards. They also get into SGA's fashion choice for a warm day in NYC.(00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(2:34) Thursday's games: Spurs are great with 71 points in the first half(7:45) Loves and loathes(7:54) Verno loves: Tatum returns and makes his 2025-26 debut(15:14) Jacoby loves: Trae Young debuts with the Wizards(18:33) Verno loathes: Jokic's dirty play(22:32) Jacoby loathes: Doc Rivers's retirement(24:19) Verno loves: NBC's throwback and storyteller era(31:23) Jacoby loves: The dangerous teams of the Eastern Conference(34:17) Verno loathes: Marcus Smart's ugly shots at Memphis(38:29) Jacoby loathes: SGA covered in fur from the nose to the toes(41:31) Verno loves: Two-way success stories(47:21) Jacoby loves: The Hawks' win streak heating up(50:33) Verno loathes: Scoot's struggles in the Grizzlies-Blazers game(56:19) Jacoby loathes: Sad-watching the Celtics lose with Bill SimmonsThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091Hosts: Chris Vernon and David JacobyProducers:  Brian H. Waters and Jeff ShearinSocial: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth kick off the third hour watching the snow come down as they remark on the incredible depth the Nuggets have built up. They chat about the Kadri deal being snuffed out by Calgary's owner. Stoke takes shots at Stink as he calls for the Broncos to cut Ben Powers. The guys rag on Stink some more and discuss how concerned they are with Jokic’s recent turnover issues. Will the Avs’ game in Dallas tonight decide the outcome of the Central division? Mike explains why it isn’t do-or-die. The guys pose a question to end the third hour: how many games do the Rockies need to LOSE for the 2026 season to be a success?  

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley without Mark Schlereth open the second hour wondering where Mark is before they recap a must-win game over the Lakers. AG is set to return tonight versus the Knicks, does the Nuggets real season start now? The guys preview some 4-point games coming up for the Avalanche after the trade deadline. We figure out how Stink is letting everybody down yet again. They break the news to Broncos Country that the team probably isn’t making any moves to their WR group. Mike and Stoke point out a shocking stat about the Nuggets as they talk about the help that Jokic is getting from the rest of the team. Mike put his ear to the ground and he takes a leap on why the Avs couldn’t have a reunion with Nazem Kadri. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where the Broncos are making their final preparations for Free Agent Frenzy, Stoke thinks Zach will be disappointed in DJ Moore, a TE option stays off the board, and a star LB is available.  

On Episode 125 of The Shoot Around, Brandon Harper and seven-time NBA champion Robert Horry talk from Houston as Horry explains why he schedules dentist visits there. They discuss whether a recent hit on Nikola Jokic was a cheap shot, with Horry contrasting it to his own Steve Nash incident, calling his action petty and frustration-driven, and noting Jokic’s fall looked like a flop.   They debate late-season MVP finalists and the impact of the 65-game threshold, with Harper favoring Cade Cunningham and Horry backing Jaylen Brown for two-way play and team results, plus a sidebar on the Spurs’ young guards and unselfish team styles.   They reject a Mississippi proposal to exempt NIL earnings from state income tax, discuss potential travel-related NIL taxation, share favorite trash talkers (including a notorious Washington fan, Kevin Garnett, and Gary Payton), react to the Cardinals’ $29 all-you-can-eat ticket deal, and end with a joke prompt about the worst possible casting for the next James Bond.   00:00 Friday Show Intro 00:35 Dentist Trip Debate 01:51 Cheap Shot Talk 03:28 Nash Table Story 04:18 MVP Race Picks 06:51 Celtics Spurs Receipts 08:23 NIL Tax Exemption 11:03 Best Trash Talkers 13:59 All You Can Eat Tickets 16:21 Worst James Bond Casting

Jason and Mike welcomed Senior NBA Writer/Insider Marc Stein to talk about all things NBA as it comes down the stretch run. Plus, the Nuggets needed a hoop late in 4th quarter and Jokic gets it twice. Lakers needed a hoop late and twice LeBron passed out to Smart off of drives for missed 3's. COME ON.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Nuggets beat the Lakers 120-113 last night to get their second win in a row. This victory was a lot more vibey and, while not perfect, was significantly better on the vibe scale than their nadir against the Jazz. Also Jeff talks about Stan Van Gundy's observation about how Jokic is allowed to be officiated. Is this a shift in how broadcasters are perceiving "The Jokic rules" by other teams? Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil debate if the Broncos should be interested in Stefon Diggs with the news that the Patriots will release him. Would Diggs on field production be worth the off-the field distractions he brings? Should the Broncos have been interested in DJ Moore as he was traded today from Chicago to Buffalo? We debate who the biggest "dawg" is on the Broncos. We react to the Avalanche adding depth to their team in trading for Nicolas Roy today. Should Avs Faithful be upset the Avalanche didn't bring in Kadri instead of Roy? We preview tonight's Nuggets and Lakers matchup and Zach explains why he doesn't see the Lakers as true title contenders, despite their record. Will JJ Reddick and the Lakers be able to throw off Jokic tonight? 

0:00 - Rumors are swirling about Val Nichushkin being a trade option for the Avalanche. Brett says that's not a good idea. The Avs need to keep him on the roster.16:31 - Yesterday, Lu Dort apologized for his dirty move on Nikola Jokic. That's good and all, but the damage is already done. As Mark Daigneault so eloquently put it, the precedent has been established. And look, it's not just sour grapes from Nuggets fans. The entire NBA is turning on the Thunder and their flopping.31:27 - Teams are finally figuring out how to guard Jokic. The Nuggets need to figure out how to deal with it. It's a unique situation, and it'll require a unique solution.

00:00 Avs trade for Nic Roy, David Adelman comments on Nikola Jokic.20:45 Irrelevant sports franchises.38:50 Jamal Murray, CSU hoops, DJ Moore traded to Bills.

On the latest Mortcast on CSG and MHS Jeff talks about how Nikola Jokic had altered his play to start the season and now he needs to remember how to do that again if the Nuggets are to survive this BRUTAL stretch of games coming up. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on ‘The Old Man and the Three,' Cam Johnson welcomes one of his Denver Nuggets' teammates, Christian Braun!They get into CB's college career at Kansas University, including the legendary comeback against UNC in the National Championship game. He also reminisces on what it was like winning the NCAA Tournament and then winning an NBA championship as a rookie in back-to-back seasons, and what the biggest difference was on each championship run. Cam and Christian also have an in-depth conversation about the current college landscape and NIL and share what their experiences were like were in school.Then, CB explains what it's like playing with Nikola Jokic and the things he had to learn about playing with him early on, what it was like playing for coach Michael Malone, what it was like playing with Russell Westbrook, and this year's Denver team. He also opens up about why he thinks he's facing the biggest tests of his career this season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys discuss Russell Wilson "defending" himself on a podcast when talking about the back and forth between him and Sean Payton. Zach and Phil dive into the Broncos plans as NFL free agency beings in less than a week. Will the Broncos re-vamp the offensive line? Could Ben Powers be a cut or trade candidate as he heads into the last year of his contract? We react to the Nuggets winning a tight one against a bad team in the Jazz. Zach voices his frustrations with how Jokic reacts to aggressive defenses and tries to foul-bait. What do the guys make of David Adelman's adjustments and trying out a double big lineup with Val and Jokic? Zach shares the impressive stats Nathan MacKinnon is putting up this season and how he is likely on his way to another MVP trophy. 

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil continue their conversation on the Rockies and debate what would be a successful season for the team. We pivot to the Broncos and react to Russell Wilson addressing his tweet in which he fired back at Sean Payton after Payton took a shot at Wilson. What did the guys make of Russ defending himself? Will the Broncos re-vamp the offensive line? Could Alex Palczewski step into Ben Powers' role is Powers is cut or traded? We react to the Nuggets winning a tight one against a bad team in the Jazz. Is it fair to be concerned with the Nuggets defensive effort after barley winning a game in which Jamal Murray shot at a superhuman rate and the team shot at a 50/40/90 rate? Zach shares the impressive stats Nathan MacKinnon is putting up this season and how he is likely on his way to another MVP trophy. Will Nate become the first Avs player ever and join Jokic as the only Denver athlete to win multiple MVP's? We react to Mike Evans' comments on Gabe Landeskog underachieving and debate if Mike is fair to criticize Landy. 

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk about the Knicks getting a big win over the Spurs at MSG including if San Antonio has some concerns for the playoffs surrounding Wemby's support. Plus, we break down injury updates on Jayson Tatum & Steph Curry before tackling a big win for Minnesota and the potential for Anthony Edwards to be a playoff threat again. Finally, we discuss if Jokic's wrist injury is cause for concern in Denver before talking why nobody should want to face the Hornets in the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(0:00) Knicks beat Spurs, Jokic tripped, Lakers back on track? (28:06) Cowboys want to ‘bust the budget', Patriots need to go all-in?  (43:06) Chiefs release Jawaan Taylor (47:54) Lu Dort ejected, Spurs winning streak snapped, Lakers struggles overstated? (01:13:32) Vikings QB controversy? (01:23:14) Rather have Kyler or Tua? (01:29:04) Knicks' ceiling, How will Dort's ejection impact the Thunder? (01:50:03) Lakers chances, Can Giannis lead the Bucks to the playoffs? (02:01:53) Can the Cowboys make moves this offseason? (02:10:36) What does Tua's NFL future look like? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Vince Goodwill and Anthony Slater to talk a big matchup between the Cavs & Pistons in Detroit including why the Pistons are extra motivated for the playoff push this season. Plus, we react to Kevin Durant's comments on the future of Team USA basketball and how they compare to the rest of the world heading into the 2028 Olympics. Finally, we discuss why Nikola Jokic has not looked right of late before highlighting a promotion in Atlanta. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take begins with a mile high MVP showdown. Nikola Jokic thoroughly outplayed Jaylen Brown leading to a Nuggets beatdown. Can the Celtics really contend without Jayson Tatum? (0:00) Then, is Fernando Mendoza the clear cut number 1 pick? (25:10) Plus, Jay Will responds to KD's criticism of USA basketball! (38:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Could the MVP of the NBA not actually be the MVP of the NBA? It could happen. The 65-game rule has come under a microscope and it is interesting. SGA? Wemby? Jokic? Luka? Here enters Cade Cunningham! (10:40) WNBA update again! The WNBA has given a deadline. (24:20) The Lakers are raising season ticket prices. How fun. (32:05) Follow up on the Angels story from yesterday! (37:20) A follow up on the Phillies! (45:31) The franchise tag is here in the NFL. George Pickens looks like a likely target for the Cowboys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices