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Cinco de Luncho, sparked by the news that CC Sabathia's No. 52 is headed for Monument Park. The guys draft the next five New York athletes most likely to have their numbers retired, sparking debates across all four major sports. On the list: Carmelo Anthony's complicated Knicks legacy, Chris Kreider's Rangers records and playoff heroics, Jacob deGrom's emotional Mets case despite finishing elsewhere, and the glaring omission of Darrelle Revis — arguably the greatest Jet ever — whose No. 24 still isn't retired. Callers weigh in on whether team success should matter, how fan emotion shapes these decisions, and why some franchises move faster than others. The conversation expands into what makes a number-retirement truly meaningful, how rivalries and late-career moves affect legacies, and whether teams sometimes wait for the “right moment” to celebrate former stars. It's a passionate, cross-town debate to close the hour, mixing nostalgia, hot takes, and a little disbelief at who's still waiting for the call.
Jerry predicts that 2026 could be the best year in New York sports, citing championship potential for the Knicks, Mets, Yankees, and even a division title for the Giants. The optimism extends to the Islanders' postseason hopes. C-Lo's final update covers Giancarlo Stanton's delayed elbow surgery, Scott Boras' take on Hal Steinbrenner, and the Padres' update on Matt Waldron's medical procedure. Also, Shedeur Sanders' unique gift to Todd Monken and Moment of the Day with a Yankees trivia quiz, the show wraps with NFL Combine talk, potential picks for the Giants and Jets, and Boomer's concerns regarding Cam Skattebo.
Knicks, Mets, Yanks, Giants, Islanders - they all have a legit shot, says Jerry.
Hour 1: Loogy talks about his travel disaster coming back to New York after the Big Blizzard of 2026....And also stop panicking about the Knicks.
Hour 3: Tommy discusses Pete Alonso and the Orioles, Evan's disastrous hotel visit, and why the Knicks are the best team in the East.
The Knicks are confusing everyone right now — themselves included. One night they dominate, the next they vanish. In this episode, I break down the inconsistencies, who's underperforming, and why it might be more about the players than Coach Brown. Are they just coasting until the playoffs, or is there a bigger issue brewing? Let's unpack what's really happening with this team.InstagramXKnicksNation Shop
"5 Words: We are the New York Knicks." "That's 6 words." Zaslow is exhausted by this Heat season, Tony tells the story of a time he almost died at the hands of El Diablo, Greg takes a trip to see Eagles, and Dave asks a group of Dolphins fans to imagine they're Dolphins fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
First Take begins with Loss-Angeles! Luka deferred to LeBron with the game on the line, passing up two open looks! How much trouble are the Lakers in? (0:00) Then, Stephen A. just wants the Knicks to put him out of his misery! KAT, WHERE ARE YOU???? YOU'RE SUPPOSED TO GO TO THE FINALS!!! (26:30) Next, who has the better MVP case: -9.2 NetRtg Jaylen Brown, or +14.0 NetRtg Nikola Jokic? Stats don't tell the whole story. Watch the games! (42:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Listen without ads at www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast Dopeywood 2 tickets https://www.showclix.com/event/dopeywood-2026 Today on Dopey Wednesday! Dave (still shaking off a cold, snowed in on Long Island) pays tribute to Larry (“Crosstalk Larry”) — a beloved meeting guy who recently passed away. Larry was a kind, positive soul who yelled “keep coming!” at every meeting's end, welcomed newcomers, collected the basket for personal contact, showed up in hospitals and court, attended three DopeyCons and the Margaret Cho show, and lost his son to murder years ago. Dave reflects on missing Larry's kind heart and vows to try to be kinder. Lots of Spotify Bob talk! The main talk is a powerful, emotional return with Kevin Jack McEnroe (author, former nightlife figure, son of Tatum O'Neal). Kevin opens up about his family's addiction legacy: Tatum's lifelong struggles (childhood coke from Ryan O'Neill, celebrity enabling, stroke/coma in 2020), Ryan's estrangement, Kevin's own heroin/coke/vodka spiral, liver failure, treatment, Suboxone, and the infamous Christmas visit where Tatum smoked weed in the hotel room while Kevin was newly sober. He shares the deck-the-halls-with-mom's-Suboxone story, codependency/survivor guilt, boundary-setting (“I can't keep convincing you to live”), and how the stroke/facility humility saved her life. Kevin reflects on being a bad liar, ring secrecy with Fern, Sergio the blind heroin dealer, and how recovery brought peace, blended-family wedding moments, and hope. All that and MORE! on a brand new Wednesday episode of that good old Dopey Snow - i mean show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Cavs getting a big home win over the Knicks including a breakdown of what this game says about each team. Plus, the Spurs make a statement in Detroit in a fashion that raises questions about the Pistons' ability to make a deep playoff run, in part due to San Antonio having two elite defenders. The guys then tackle the injured Thunder continuing to get the job done and how that could potentially impact the future of the franchise. Finally, the guys settle if Jaylen Brown is underrated or properly rated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nick Kostos reacts to the Knicks disgusting performance last night against the Cavaliers. Plus, Nick just wants the Lakers to end their season already and go home.
CBS Sports' Pete Prisco joins the show to preview this week's NFL Combine. Plus, Nick reacts to Sean Payton handing over play calling duties to Davis Webb, and break down the Knicks loss last night to the Cavaliers.
Do you have any confidence in the Knicks? Is Bridges the Knicks biggest problem? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich Cimini says the Jets are going to focus on their defense this offseason. Jordan Raanan says he feels the Giants are going to reface the team this offseason. Mike Lupica says he wants to see how the Knicks look after this gauntlet of games in front of them is over. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
(0:00) Magic beat Lakers, Too early for Los Angeles to panic? (27:09) Bears, Bengals, Lions Over/Under (39:27) Should Aaron Rodgers come back to the Steelers? (44:52) Nick's NBA Tiers (01:05:26) Will Drake Maye take a step back or forward in Year 3? (01:22:09) Knicks fall to Cavaliers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Evan, Michelle and David Dennis Jr. begin the show talking about the Knicks losing to the Cavs and if we can trust them in the playoffs. Monti Ossenfort says he's spoken to Kyler Murray, but sources say that's not true. Is "everything on the table" when it comes to Tua's future as they say? Harry Douglas shows up in studio as Evan is talking about not being a fan of Outkast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Evan, Michelle and David Dennis Jr. begin the show talking about the Knicks losing to the Cavs and if we can trust them in the playoffs. Monti Ossenfort says he's spoken to Kyler Murray, but sources say that's not true. Is "everything on the table" when it comes to Tua's future as they say? Harry Douglas shows up in studio as Evan is talking about not being a fan of Outkast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We discuss Luka's decision to not take the last shot... Newly acquired Cavs guard, James Harden has sustained a fracture in his right thumb... it occurred during last night's win over the Knicks. The Cavs are 6-1 with Harden in the lineup, so his health will be a major factor going forward....Buzz City have been buzz saws on the road lately, don't miss what they did to Chicago on Tuesday...Jaylen Brown's status for tonight against Denver and how soon can we see Jayson Tatum back on the floor? Shams has the latest on the Celtics stars...Before Kobe became the "Black Mamba", there was another all time great who was slated to have that nickname... Who it was, and why it never happened and how that paved the way... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We dive into a heated rant about the Giants' front office priorities, questioning why ownership is leaking PR spin to the New York Post to protect GM Joe Schoen's reputation instead of addressing much larger, real-world organizational controversies. On the Jets side of town, we take the temperature of the fanbase, debating if the head coach is already a lame duck and why settling for a veteran quarterback like Kirk Cousins might just be a frustrating "bridge to nowhere." We cap things off with a little cross-podcast banter and a quick hardwood update on the Knicks and Nets.
MLB's Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) system is here, and after seeing it up close in spring training, Evan is fired up. What's supposed to make the game fairer is instead creating constant interruptions, delayed reactions to big moments, and a whole new layer of controversy. The biggest gripe? If the technology can get every call right instantly, why are players “challenging” pitches at all instead of just making the strike zone automatic? The guys break down the chaos of “infinite” successful challenges, why this could dominate the early weeks of the season, and how baseball may be overthinking a problem with a simple solution. Calls pour in comparing ABS to VAR in soccer, pitch framing, and even where an umpire should stand to get the best view of the zone. And because nothing stays on track for long, the conversation spirals into a hilarious hockey history mix-up involving Walter vs. Keith Tkachuk, an on-air apology challenge, locker-room prank stories, hotel room accusations, and a classic Cinco de la Show on the absolute worst parts of snow. A pure slice of late-winter sports talk chaos.
It was a loaded hour of basketball drama and sports philosophy. The Knicks' offense stalled again, Karl-Anthony Towns disappeared, and the finger-pointing is officially underway. Is it on KAT for not demanding the ball, on the coach for not forcing the issue, or on Jalen Brunson for slipping into hero ball instead of running the team? Plus, a major playoff wrinkle: Mitchell Robinson's impact raises a real question about whether the Knicks' starting lineup needs to change when games actually matter. Then the focus shifts to Cleveland, where the addition of James Harden suddenly has people rethinking the Eastern Conference hierarchy. Are the Cavaliers finally a legitimate threat, or is this just another chapter in Harden's long history of regular-season hype and postseason disappointment? Knicks fans weigh in on whether they fear Cleveland at all and how the East really stacks up right now. The conversation takes a surprising turn into a heated debate about legacy and loyalty: what matters more to athletes, winning for their country or winning for their franchise? With Olympic baseball on the horizon and the World Baseball Classic looming, the guys ask how New York would react if a star like Aaron Judge ever said a gold medal meant more than a World Series. The answer might not be pretty. From lineup decisions to contender credibility to the emotional divide between fans and players, this hour covers everything fueling the current sports conversation.
Karl-Anthony Towns showed he can dominate when he gets touches, so why did he nearly disappear when the game mattered most? The guys zero in on Jalen Brunson's shot-heavy “hero ball” night and debate whether a great scorer is failing to be a true floor general. If KAT isn't the type to demand the ball, is it on Brunson to make sure he eats? They also examine coaching accountability, why stars still need to be coached hard, and whether the Knicks' offense loses its identity when the ball stops moving. Plus, a key playoff question emerges: should Mitchell Robinson be starting for toughness and rebounding if the Knicks see Cleveland in a series?
Wes and Mo Dakhil discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' win over the New York Knicks, Eastern and Western Conference playoff contenders, and whether they are buying the Detroit Pistons as a Finals threat. Then they whip around the Western Conference to discuss the Denver Nuggets' path to the Finals, the future of the Clippers and Jazz, and if Anthony Edwards can one day be the best player in the NBA. 00:00 Cavs vs Knicks & Eastern Conference Favorites 13:07 Buying/Selling the Pistons 37:21 Nuggets' best path to the Finals 44:26 Jazz's future 50:24 Clippers and Kawhi 55:20 Can Anthony Edwards be the best player in the NBA? RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com
The Knicks played an ugly game against the new-look Cavaliers. Can we say they are a great team right now? Plus, some talk about appendages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dave & Rick continue to discuss the poor performance from the Knicks last night. Plus, Stuff You Missed & Three Stars! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Knicks played ugly in Cleveland. Aaron Glenn has a superpower - why didn't he use it? Plus, Stump Rothenberg Wednesday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The hour kicks off with a look at top draft prospects including Arch Manning. Jerry's update features Aaron Glenn's insights on Woody Johnson and Wink Martindale, along with John Harbaugh's player value criteria. Also, the Knicks' tough loss in Cleveland and Mike Brown's reaction, Duke's blowout win over Notre Dame and President Trump's State of the Union praise for Connor Hellebuyck. Finally, MLB's ABS challenges in spring training and a preview of upcoming Netflix Untold episodes featuring Lamar Odom and the "Jail-blazers."
After a bad loss to the Cavs, we talk about what's going wrong with the team. Is it the coach?
Jerry has with the Knicks loss and Mike Brown's “ugly game” recap. Aaron Glenn discusses his personal improvements, Darren Mougey explores Jets quarterback options and Breece Hall's status, while Joe Schoen addresses being behind in the draft process. Plus, Trump introduces the US Hockey team at the State of the Union, and ABS challenges at Yankees spring training.
The Knicks' loss in Cleveland has Boomer sensing a "weird vibe" fueled by a terrible third quarter and coaching concerns. Jerry's update features Mike Brown's "ugly game" reaction, Kendrick Perkins "full-blown panic mode" comment. Meanwhile, Darren Mougey weighs Jets QB options and Breece Hall's loyalty, Joe Schoen discusses draft delays, and John Harbaugh emphasizes organizational alignment. Plus, President Trump's State of the Union hockey introduction, ABS challenges at Yankees spring training, and graffiti at the new Bills stadium.
Jerry's back with Glenn on Woody Johnson's work style, Harbaugh on what he looks for in players, and more from the Knicks loss. In college, Duke beat Notre Dame big. Plus, more about the US Men's hockey at the SOTU & about the ABS challenges.
Boomer and Gio react to Team USA's gold medal glow showing up in Washington, with Jack Hughes expected back on the ice tonight and the Devils crowd ready to explode. Then the conversation swerves to Eileen Gu, endorsements, and the whole dual citizenship debate. From there it's NFL Combine season: Aaron Glenn talks year-two growth, Joe Schoen claims he's “crushing” film, Harbaugh gives the full alignment speech, and the league keeps trying to convince itself it has quarterback answers. Plus, the Colts admit the pressure is real with Anthony Richardson. And back in New York, the Knicks get embarrassed in Cleveland, KAT disappears in the second half, Wally brings the heat, and everyone's left asking what's actually going on. Sprinkle in Dan Hurley's “adjustments are overrated” rant, St. John's chasing win No. 14, MLB's ABS challenge chaos, and yes, a bizarre fossil headline that somehow makes the show.
Evan, Michelle and David Dennis Jr. begin the show talking about the Knicks losing to the Cavs and if we can trust them in the playoffs. Monti Ossenfort says he's spoken to Kyler Murray, but sources say that's not true. Is "everything on the table" when it comes to Tua's future as they say? Harry Douglas shows up in studio as Evan is talking about not being a fan of Outkast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Senior NBA writer Joe Vardon joins Ken and Lima to talk his takeaways from Cavs v Knicks last night. The boys also continue to break down Andrew Berry soundbites from the combine.
Should Ken keep his mind open about Ty Simpson? senior NBA writer Joe Vardon hops on with Ken and Lima and break down what the Cavs proved in the victory over the Knicks.
Malik Willis Mania is here! Is he the answer or just another name? Ken and Lima deliver the hottest takes on what the Browns should do in the draft. The duo also cashes in on the Cavs and debate how the big win over the Knicks affects the Eastern Conference.
Ken Carman predicted the Cleveland Cavaliers will be the team to represent the Eastern Conference in the NBA Finals and the victory over New York has him riding high. He and Lima breakdown the Cavs victory and discuss what it means looking forward.
Ken and Lima debate if Malik Willis can be a viable Q1 or just offseason hype? Shedeur vs the field and who to take at 6 and 24, Did the Cavs prove anything with their win against the Knicks?
Some quick NBA updates & looks like Josh is a Knicks fan now. Easter Candy season is upon us, but Cody thinks they are doing too much. Boomers in sports cars always piss Josh off. A new burger at McDonald’s. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees are about & you’ll be shocked what the boys say about Oasis. Plus so much more on a Wednesdee!
On this episode, Mike and Jason discuss the the biggest weaknesses for each of the four Eastern Conference Contenders: the Cavs, Pistons, Knicks, and Celtics. Next they breakdown the possibility that Wemby's career could surpass that of Nikola Jokic before looking at the Spurs chances of reaching this year's NBA Finals. They wrap up the pod with a quick discussion of which teams could realistically win the West.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
Jordan Raanan joins Chris & Dan live from the NFL Combine, providing an update on all things Giants! Plus, more talk about the concerning play from the Knicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Knicks were an eyesore last night. Do the Knicks have a Mike Brown issue? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jonathan Macri (Knicks Film Skool) joins Combo to break down whether the Knicks are dealing with a deeper structural issue rather than just a rough stretch. Is the Brunson–Karl-Anthony Towns pairing an imperfect fit? Does the starting five actually make sense together? And if this team falls short in the postseason, is a major shake-up inevitable? We dive into Brunson's leadership and defensive limitations, why KAT might be the league's highest-paid X-factor, and whether the Knicks would seriously pivot toward a Giannis-level move. Plus, we evaluate Cleveland's legitimacy, Boston's championship DNA, and the bigger issue of tanking in today's NBA. FOLLOW COMBO: YOUTUBE: COMBO TV IG: @onetwocombo X (Twitter): @itsonetwocombo
Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Wednesday. Munaf Manji returned with a solo edition of Catch That Ticket on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, keeping the focus strictly on the NBA while Uncle Dave enjoyed a day off on the golf course. The pod opened with momentum, as the duo improved to 4 and 0 on best bets for the week following a 2 and 0 sweep the previous night. Uncle Dave cashed Missouri plus 3.5 in an outright win over Tennessee, while Manji delivered with Paolo Banchero over on points, rebounds, and assists as Banchero poured in 36 points in Orlando's 110 to 109 victory over the Lakers. Manji briefly addressed listener feedback, thanking supporters for positive reviews while emphasizing that the core mission remains consistent, beating the books and putting money in listeners' pockets. Tuesday's NBA recap highlighted Cleveland's 109 to 94 win over the Knicks in a game that stayed under the total, Toronto's home loss to Oklahoma City despite key Thunder absences, Boston's 97 to 81 win over Phoenix without Jaylen Brown, and Orlando's road victory in Los Angeles. Looking ahead to Wednesday's slate, Manji broke down several back to back scenarios. Oklahoma City travels to Detroit after playing in Toronto, and the Thunder have struggled on the second leg of back to backs with a 1 and 8 record against the spread. Detroit, one of the league's top defensive teams with a 108.3 season long defensive rating and strong recent form, is positioned as a measuring stick opponent. With both teams ranking in the top five defensively over the last 10 games and playing at below average pace, Manji leaned under 219.5 in that matchup, while also favoring the Pistons minus 7.5. In Toronto, the Spurs visit the Raptors, who are also on a back to back. San Antonio enters healthy and playing balanced basketball, benefiting from multiple contributors alongside Wemby. With Toronto trending under in these spots and covering just 40 percent on the second leg of back to backs, Manji backed Spurs minus 7.5 and also targeted a Raptors team total under 110.5. In Houston, the Rockets host the Kings as heavy 13.5 point favorites. Sacramento snapped a 16 game losing streak but continues to struggle defensively, ranking near the bottom of the league. Houston has shown offensive efficiency against weaker defenses, and despite playing at a slow pace, has capitalized in favorable matchups. Rather than lay the large spread, Manji preferred the Rockets team total over 118.5. The marquee matchup features Boston in Denver, with the Nuggets laying 3.5 and a total of 229.5. Boston has been strong on back to backs, going 6 and 3 against the number and 7 and 2 to the under. Both teams rank first and second in offensive rating season long, yet play at slow pace, with Boston dead last in pace and Denver below league average. Manji projected a half court game and favored the under 229.5 while also leaning Nuggets minus 3.5 in a bounce back spot. He also noted Boston's resilience without Jayson Tatum, highlighting their depth and efficiency, and suggested the Celtics remain a team to monitor in futures markets. Manji closed by promoting discounted college basketball packages at pregame.com using promo code EAST25 and confirmed his best bet for the night as Rockets team total over 118.5, aiming to extend the podcast's winning streak to five straight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Evan, Michelle and David Dennis Jr. begin the show talking about the Knicks losing to the Cavs and if we can trust them in the playoffs. Monti Ossenfort says he's spoken to Kyler Murray, but sources say that's not true. Is "everything on the table" when it comes to Tua's future as they say? Harry Douglas shows up in studio as Evan is talking about not being a fan of Outkast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Evan, Michelle and David Dennis Jr. begin the show talking about the Knicks losing to the Cavs and if we can trust them in the playoffs. Monti Ossenfort says he's spoken to Kyler Murray, but sources say that's not true. Is "everything on the table" when it comes to Tua's future as they say? Harry Douglas shows up in studio as Evan is talking about not being a fan of Outkast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nick and Jonathan discuss the Cavs win over the Knicks, and James Harden's non-displaced right thumb fracture. Then, they're joined by Ashley Bastock of Cleveland.com, and they talk about Ty Simpson's draft stock.
Fear the 'Fro breaks down the Cavs win over the Knicks, as the Cavs keep their blazing February going. Jarrett Allen and Dean Wade led the way for the Cavs as they dominated the second half and pulled away from New York.
(SHOW OPEN): The Knicks suffered another disgusting loss against a top contender in the East, this time to the Cavs in Cleveland.
First Take resumes with Mel Kiper Jr's updated mock draft! Find out where he has Ty Simpson and Fernando Mendoza! Then, Kevin Durant sounds off on USA basketball critics. (15:30) And, does Cade Cunningham own the Knicks? Monica says to pump the brakes! (31:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices