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Nick Wilson and Nick Pedone evaluate Koby Altman's strategy for the Cleveland Cavaliers' 29th pick in the NBA Draft, debating whether to keep the selection or trade back. They also discuss a scandalous report regarding the president of the Brazilian Football Confederation and his alleged misuse of funds. 01:12 - Cavaliers NBA Draft Strategy 06:06 - World Cup Fan Experience 07:05 - Brazilian Football Scandal
Ken and Lima wade through social media reactions to the Sorsby debate, including a conspiracy theory that the Browns are secretly interested in Sorsby and already have a Shedeur Sanders trade lined up as an exit. Ken keeps returning to one central argument — that the Myles Garrett trade was the Browns' loudest possible admission that they don't believe in their quarterback room, and no amount of Shedeur loyalty changes that reality. Lima presses Ken on his broader pattern of rejecting every quarterback option without fully committing to any alternative, and Ken concedes the criticism has merit while insisting his standard is finding the right answer rather than just a different one. The guys also touch on the Cavs offseason, with Ken skeptical the Giannis pursuit is real but unwilling to rule out Koby Altman pulling off another surprise.
Ken Carman and Nick Pedone analyze significant trade rumors surrounding Myles Garrett as the June 1st deadline approaches. They evaluate the Cleveland Cavaliers' roster construction with guests Danny Cunningham and Daryl Ruiter, focusing on Koby Altman's recent comments and the possibility of LeBron James returning to Northeast Ohio. 02:15 - Show Intro and Golf 06:25 - Garrett Trade Rumors 11:43 - Trading Garrett Impact 18:15 - Social Media Reactions 23:45 - Cultural Impact Moves 31:44 - Cavaliers Offseason Strategy 37:20 - LeBron James Return Talk 44:30 - Schefter Garrett Audio 52:19 - QB Plan Frustrations 58:04 - Rebuild vs Contention Debate 01:08:11 - Danny Cunningham Interview 01:19:30 - Financial Rules Apron 01:28:01 - Rebuild Timelines Discussion 01:35:06 - Daryl Ruiter Interview 01:45:30 - Quarterback Search Logic 01:53:15 - Record Setters Leaders 02:02:39 - West Coast Trade Specs 02:12:31 - Stadium Planning 2029 02:28:47 - NFL Draft Quarterbacks
Ken Carman and Nick Pedone evaluate the Cleveland Cavaliers' future following Koby Altman's season-ending comments. They debate the feasibility of trading Evan Mobley for Giannis Antetokounmpo and whether LeBron James returning for a third stint is the team's most realistic championship path. 01:02 - Mitchell and Altman Comments 02:42 - Evan Mobley Trade Speculation 04:52 - LeBron James Return Rumors
Ken Carman and Nick Pedone break down the 'weird texts' and growing rumors regarding a potential blockbuster trade involving Myles Garrett. They discuss the potential fallout for the Browns' defense and transition into Koby Altman's recent comments about the Cavaliers' roster and the possibility of LeBron James returning for a third stint in Cleveland. 02:56 - Browns Charity Golf Outing 07:14 - Myles Garrett Trade Smoke 11:42 - Potential Trade Return Value 19:51 - Social Media Fan Reactions 25:14 - Browns Leadership And Culture 32:31 - Koby Altman Cavaliers Update 39:01 - LeBron James Return Speculation
Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com joins Afternoon Drive on The Fan. He talks about why he doesn't have a problem with the Myles Garrett trade, the Cavs willingness to move on from Evan Mobley, and more.
Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin talk about the Cavs commitment to Donovan Mitchell, and their willingness to make moves this summer. Then, they react to the best sound bites and storylines from around the sports and entertainment world.
Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin react to rumors about LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo potentially joining the Cleveland Cavaliers on Afternoon Drive. They dissect Koby Altman's season-ending press conference regarding Evan Mobley's future and respond to listener frustrations about the team's trajectory. 01:01 - Radio Industry Job Titles 06:40 - Giannis And LeBron Rumors 11:34 - Altman On Evan Mobley 15:24 - Listener Critiques Cavs Roster
Koby Altman emphasizes his firm commitment to Donovan Mitchell as the cornerstone of the Cleveland Cavaliers' future during a recent press conference. Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin discuss the challenges of elevating the roster to championship status through internal development and the pressure on leadership to avoid another difficult rebuild. 01:00 - Altman Supports Donovan Mitchell 06:16 - Cavs Roster Building Strategies 11:31 - Koby Altman Job Accountability
Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin react to Cavaliers GM Koby Altman's optimistic season-ending press conference and his vision for Donovan Mitchell. They also laugh about the end of the school year and a prank involving an Eid Mubarak gift card for a teacher. 02:13 - Welcome To Afternoon Drive 04:03 - End Of School Gifts 09:49 - Koby Altman Presser Analysis 13:33 - Linear Growth Buzzwords
Koby Altman has surfaced for his end-of-season press availability. Bob Schmidt reads the tea leaves, interprets the answers, and turns to the mailbag for an early discussion of offseason expectations and plan of attack.
Andy and Jeff share their immediate takeaways from Koby Altman's end of season press conference.
Andy and Jeff listen in on Koby Altman's press conference
Andy and Jeff speak in anticipation of Koby Atlman's end-of-season press conference and what they're hoping to hear from him when he talks to the media.
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Tom Withers joined Baskin and Phelps and shared his takeaways from Koby Altman's end-of-season press conference and what moves he expects the team to make this off season. He shared his opinions on what the Cavaliers can do in order to get over the hump and become a championship team, which members of the roster he thinks the team can trade and who they should trade for, and whether or not Donovan Mitchell is the number one guy for the Cavs. He also discussed James Harden's status and what he can do to help the team moving forward.
Andy and Jeff continue to discuss Koby Altman's comments to the media and let callers share their thoughts.
Andy and Jeff discussed Koby Altman's comments on the Cavs' roster and whether or not they think there will be sweeping change this off-season.
This discussion evaluates whether the Cleveland Cavaliers should build around Evan Mobley or Donovan Mitchell following their postseason exit. The analysis covers Koby Altman's lofty expectations for Mobley and explores potential trades for stars like Jaylen Brown or Giannis Antetokounmpo. 01:40 - Mobley Or Mitchell Dilemma 06:26 - Mobley Organizational Expectations 11:50 - Giannis Trade Potential
Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin break down the trade value of Donovan Mitchell and the strategic direction of the Cleveland Cavaliers under Koby Altman. The discussion then turns to a viral story about Timothée Chalamet's seating behavior at a Knicks game and a lighthearted debate on public space etiquette and personal space. 01:01 - Donovan Mitchell Trade Scenarios 04:24 - Timothée Chalamet Manspreading Incident 08:45 - Public Etiquette And Personal Space
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima debate the urgency required for the Cavaliers to close out their series against the Detroit Pistons. They analyze the impact of Koby Altman's trade for James Harden and address the swirling NFL rumors regarding Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini.
Anthony Lima and Daryl Ruiter analyze Jared Allen's Game 7 impact, comparing his defensive presence to Dikembe Mutombo. They also explore the pressure on Koby Altman and the Cavaliers to reach the conference finals following significant roster investments.
Anthony Lima and Daryl Ruiter analyze Jarrett Allen's historic performance in the Cavaliers' Game 7 victory over the Raptors. They examine how the team responded to adversity and the significant pressure facing Koby Altman as the postseason progresses into the second round. 01:57 - Allen's Narrative Shift 05:43 - Historical LeBron Comparisons 09:46 - Seeking Consistent Postseason Play 15:08 - Dealing With Playoff Pressure 31:17 - Defining Allen's Career Moment 35:07 - Assessing Roster Future Stakes
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the long-term impact of the trade involving Darius Garland and James Harden following Garland's comments on his injury struggles. They discuss the Cavaliers' playoff expectations and whether Koby Altman made the right move prioritizing veteran presence over often-injured young talent.
Nick Wilson calls in to Ken Carman and Anthony Lima to clarify some of his Cavaliers takes and uses the opportunity to argue on their opposing takes when it comes to the James Harden trade.
In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor and Jimmy Watkins discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' outlook heading into the second half of the season. They touch on the team's preparation for post-All-Star break, the complicated case for Koby Altman as Executive of the Year, and the challenges of reintegrating injured players like Max Strus and Evan Mobley into a newly constructed roster. The conversation heavily focuses on how the addition of James Harden shifts the team's championship timeline to align with Donovan Mitchell's prime, altering Mobley's role from a focal point to a supporting piece. Finally, they analyze the team's favorable schedule and the strong possibility of securing a top seed in the Eastern Conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ken and Anthony talk about comments Koby Altman made about Evan Mobley's role with the Cavaliers and they talked about why they think he has a lot to prove in order to show he's the future of the team.
Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com joins Afternoon Drive on The Fan. He talks about the Cavs ceiling after trading for James Harden, why Koby Altman decided to move on from the core four, if they're auditioning for LeBron James, and more.
More fallout from the Emanuel Clase gambling saga, plus Koby Altman breaks down the James Harden trade.
Nick and Jonathan debate how much faith fans should have in Cavaliers president of basketball operations Koby Altman to fix the roster going forward.
The core four is dead. Koby Altman made a shocking move on Tuesday, trading Darius Garland, the original member of the core four to the Clippers for 36-year-old James Harden. Bob reacts to the news about Harden, empties the mailbag, and then talks with Adam Auslund, host of Clippers Talk.
On the Kenny & JT Show live from Cavaliers Media Day we get an opportunity to chat with President of Baasketball Operations Koby Altman to discuss the off-season moves, expectaions for the season, and more...
Fear the 'Fro talks about the Cavs acquisition of Thomas Bryant, Killian Hayes, and the press availability of Kenny Atkinson and Koby Altman, with a review of Bob's favorite answers and comments.(0:00) Cavaliers Bolster Frontcourt With Thomas Bryant Signing(4:24) How Thomas Bryant's Skills Enhance Cavaliers' Offense(9:35) Assessing The Cavs Roster Depth and Killian Hayes's Addition(13:10) Koby Altman's Strong Stance On The Core Four(16:13) Unpacking the Cavs' Ty Jerome/Sam Merrill Comments(21:07) Offseason Progress for Mobley, Hunter, and Garland(28:08) Addressing Jarrett Allen's "Toughness" QuestionsPlease, if you haven't filled out the Cavs Consensus Survey yet, you have until 10/6 to do so. Just go to cavspod.com/survey to enter your thoughts and compete to win $500.
Highlights: The Guardians were down 15.5 games in July and 12.5 games in late August but are now on the verge of overtaking the Tigers. How have they done this? Terry noted the Tigers' collapse could be historic, while the Guardians risk losing momentum at the finish line. Terry contends the Guardians' defensive improvement coincided with Brayan Rocchio moving to second base and Gabriel Arias to shortstop. José Ramírez rebounded from a rough April and is back to playing B+/A- level defense Bo Naylor's September surge (.306 AVG, 3 HR, 14 RBI in 14 games) has been a game-changer. Terry speculated Naylor may have finally found the right adjustments after years of tinkering. Listener Max emailed about the Guardians' momentum, arguing that being red-hot matters more than being the best team on paper, and how far could they go in the playoffs? The Browns' defense is elite, ranking #1 in yards allowed and #2 in yards per play allowed. The offense is middle-of-the-pack in yards and yards per play, suggesting it's not as bad as perceived. The Browns' tackle situation is dire, with Dawand Jones out for the season and Jack Conklin injured. Should the Browns use Adin Huntington as a blocking tight end to help protect Joe Flacco? Quinshon Judkins could see more snaps due to his blocking ability and versatility. Is it time to move field goal kickers back to 9-10 yards to reduce blocks? Terry loves the idea. The Cavs' Kenny Atkinson and Koby Altman previewed the season, and Terry last the latest, including on the injuries to Max Strus and Darius Garland. Garland's injury is likely turf toe, with a return timeline of 10–20 games. Atkinson praised rookie Jaylon Tyson's intensity and potential impact. The Cavs have won the third-most games in the NBA over the last three years, behind only Boston and OKC. Their core four (Mobley, Allen, Garland, Mitchell) are all under multi-year contracts and entering their prime. Atkinson wants to unlock more of Evan Mobley's ball-handling ability to counter pressure defenses. Seven of the 15 players on the roster were second-round picks or undrafted. Why that matters. A listener email about the Browns' uniforms against the Packers. He hates them. Send in your favorite or most hated uniforms and we'll read them on the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk Podcast, host Ethan Sands, along with Cleveland.com's Chris Fedor and Jimmy Watkins, discuss the latest updates on the Cleveland Cavaliers as they prepare for the upcoming NBA season. Key topics include Darius Garland's recovery from injury, the team's roster evaluation, the importance of defensive identity, and the impact of new acquisitions like Lonzo Ball and Thomas Bryant. The conversation also delves into the development of Evan Mobley and the crucial role of Jarrett Allen in the team's success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tap-in to the “That's Rather Cavalier” podcast where we'll talk about Koby Altman and his Front Office staff getting extended, Evan Mobley on a mission and the 2025 Summer League team didn't have a winning record but they unleashed some potentially nice rotation players on the Las Vegas strip. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Justin and Carter discussing their impressions of Jaylon Tyson, Nae'Qwan Tomlin, Tyrese Proctor and the rest of the Cavs at Summer League. As well as the front office extensions for Koby Altman, Mike Gansey and other members of the front office. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima react to a video of Shedeur Sanders working out in the area, before discussing whether Cavaliers president Koby Altman is the best sports executive in the city of Cleveland.
Nick and Jonathan react to Koby Altman receiving a contract extension. Then, they're joined by Justin Lada, the host of Locked on Guardians, and JP gives out his weekly ‘Peterlin Pass.'
Nick and Jonathan react to the Cavs President of Basketball Operations, Koby Altman, receiving a contract extension.
Spencer German and Daryl Ruiter talk about the Cleveland Cavaliers' need for improved toughness during the offseason, and how the challenge falls on team president Koby Altman to solidify the roster.
Jonathan and Daryl give each other quick stories around sports and give their instant reaction to them.
Justin and Carter return with their reflections on how the season ended for the Cleveland Cavaliers and what the next steps should be. As well as their thoughts on the postseason press conference from Koby Altman, Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley earning All NBA honors and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cavs insider Spencer Davies joins Afternoon Drive to recap Koby Altman's end of the year press conference. He thinks Evan Mobley's growth has made Jarrett Allen obsolete, and Mobley needs to take the final step to becoming the focal point of Cleveland's offense.
Koby Altman talked a bunch about the process and internal development helping grow Cleveland. Is he too committed to the process of developing and not addressing the current roster issues?
Should Koby Altman's job be on the line? + BREAKING: Browns vs. Vikings in London full 622 Tue, 13 May 2025 12:56:38 +0000 y6UI6czK3eyGprmN02R7sr4b9fs9QJ7g nfl,nba,cleveland browns,cleveland cavaliers,sports The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima nfl,nba,cleveland browns,cleveland cavaliers,sports Should Koby Altman's job be on the line? + BREAKING: Browns vs. Vikings in London The only place to talk about the Cleveland sports scene is with Ken Carman and Anthony Lima. The two guide listeners through the ups and downs of being a fan of the Browns, Cavaliers, Guardians and Ohio State Buckeyes in Northeast Ohio. They'll help you stay informed with breaking news, game coverage, and interviews with top personalities.Catch The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima live Monday through Friday (6 a.m. - 10 a.m ET) on 92.3 The Fan, the exclusive audio home of the Browns, or on the Audacy app. For more, follow the show on X @KenCarmanShow. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://pla
Cavs Core Four, Koby Altman on the line tonight? full 569 Tue, 13 May 2025 10:56:30 +0000 FZQmQIJBMxQXoodxtjNu85OzbhMxloe4 nba,cleveland cavaliers,sports The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima nba,cleveland cavaliers,sports Cavs Core Four, Koby Altman on the line tonight? The only place to talk about the Cleveland sports scene is with Ken Carman and Anthony Lima. The two guide listeners through the ups and downs of being a fan of the Browns, Cavaliers, Guardians and Ohio State Buckeyes in Northeast Ohio. They'll help you stay informed with breaking news, game coverage, and interviews with top personalities.Catch The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima live Monday through Friday (6 a.m. - 10 a.m ET) on 92.3 The Fan, the exclusive audio home of the Browns, or on the Audacy app. For more, follow the show on X @KenCarmanShow. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-
Hour 1: Debating Donovan's "decision" + What's at stake tonight? + Core Four, Koby Altman on the line full 2327 Tue, 13 May 2025 14:36:42 +0000 8DJVFuY7oheBDlnK5emS5aZZwPo0YYb3 sports The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima sports Hour 1: Debating Donovan's "decision" + What's at stake tonight? + Core Four, Koby Altman on the line The only place to talk about the Cleveland sports scene is with Ken Carman and Anthony Lima. The two guide listeners through the ups and downs of being a fan of the Browns, Cavaliers, Guardians and Ohio State Buckeyes in Northeast Ohio. They'll help you stay informed with breaking news, game coverage, and interviews with top personalities.Catch The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima live Monday through Friday (6 a.m. - 10 a.m ET) on 92.3 The Fan, the exclusive audio home of the Browns, or on the Audacy app. For more, follow the show on X @KenCarmanShow. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False