Podcast appearances and mentions of Larry Bird

Bob Ryan and Gary Tanguay discuss Luka Doncic's body transformation, the NBA hosting games in Europe, under-the-radar deals from the offseason, and the top 10 players in the East! 0:00 ⏰EPISODE TIMELINE⏰ 0:48 Luka's body transformation 2:29 Bob remembers Larry Bird upgrading his fitness 4:16 Luka gets fit- why now?! 7:30 LeBron's influence 9:12 Being the No. 1 guy in LA is DIFFERENT 10:17 PrizePicks 11:59 Subscribe to CLNS on YouTube! 12:20 NBA will play games in Berlin and London during 2025/26 season 16:07 Does Bob prefer an Irish or English pub? 16:57 NBA.com's 5 most under-the-radar moves from 2025 offseason 19:28 Top 10 players in the East 22:52 Is Mike Brown the right fit for the Knicks? 24:23 Where does Jay Wright rank? 27:29 Thanks for watching! The Bob Ryan and Jeff Goodman NBA Podcast is Powered by 

Old Man Movie Summer continues with the hoops playground classic White Men Can't Jump. This show quietly became 33 years old this year which surprised people I mentioned this to - including myself. Wesley Snipes and Woody Harrelson star as Sidney Deane and Billy Hoyle and from their 1st showdown - nope Sidney wasn't going to Sizzler - their chemistry is electric, even if Wesley's hoop skills were…problematic. The action is fun, the dialogue is snappy, there was a legendary cameo by Marques Johnson and the trash talking was practically its own character. (How was there not a Larry Bird cameo??) Pop in for the fun, pile into the comments and at least give us a Go Big Red. If enough of you tune in tomorrow night, I promise to lower the temp in Omaha and Lincoln by 20 degrees - Promise!!

We hit the road—literally—for a legendary autograph session with Celtics icon Larry Bird. In this episode, I share the full story behind the 7.5-hour drive through Indiana backroads, hauling signed memorabilia and chasing down perfection. From last-minute travel decisions to the surprising personality of Larry himself, you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to pull off a high-profile private signing.Plus, find out which customer-submitted items stood out, how our new autograph board held up, and why Brazil, Indiana means more than just a dot on the map. Whether you're a collector, a Celtics fan, or just love sports stories from the trenches—this one's for you.https://powerssportsmemorabilia.com/

On this special episode of B-Ball Radio, Boston and Celtics historian Dart Adams joins Eric Newman, as they celebrate the late great Reggie Lewis, who passed away 32 years ago on July 27, 1993. Over three decades later Reggie's impact is still being felt in Boston and across Celtics nation. Taking the torch from Larry Bird, battling Michael Jordan head-to-head, and becoming one of the best two-way players in the league, Reggie was a rising star on and off the floor as his community presence and generosity was as impressive as his jumper. One of the NBA's greatest what ifs, Reggie became Captain of the Celtics in 1992, before what would shockingly be his final season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Rockets Forward Rodney McCray about playing with Hakeem, Michael Jordan, Darrell Griffith & Ralph Sampson, playing against Larry Bird, the John Lucas suspension & playing for Bill Fitch & Phil Jackson. He talks about the huge upset over Magic's Lakers & playing Phi Slama Jama in '83. (2:22) John Lucas Suspension (4:30) Drafting McCray over Drexler (8:30) Playing with Darrell Griffith (Dr. Dunkenstein) & for Louisville (9:40) Phi Slama Jama vs. Doctors of Dunk (10:45) 1st Year with Rockets & learning from vets (12:14) Twin Towers (14:14) Handling Drexler backlash (14:49) Origin of Freight Train Nickname (16:40) Guarding Alex English, Bernard King, Dr. J, Adrian Dantley (18:50) Beating Lakers in '86 (20:33) Ralph Sampson game winning shot in '86 (24:00) Friendship with Ralph & being drafted by Rockets (25:07) Playing with Hakeem (26:35) Losing to Supersonics in playoffs (27:37) Trying to Stop Larry Bird & Celts in '86 Finals (29:06) John Lucas drug problems & missed opportunity (32:55) Was Houston special? (34:10) Playing with Michael Jordan (37:15) Which Coach did he learn more from? Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast #hakeem #michaeljordan #larrybird

To start the show, Eric discusses the crazy similarities between Caitlin Clark and Larry Bird. Jonas Valančiūnas commits to the Nuggets for 2025-26. What are some realistic expectations for the Broncos this season and what will be the most intriguing position battle in training camp? Plus, of the young wide receivers on the team, who is most likely to emerge as a breakout player this year? And what will the environment be like for the fans out at camp? Eric and Bruce dig into it all on a Tuesday edition of Hot Takes!

If you could heal one injury in sports history, which would you choose—and how much would it change everything? In this episode of Missing the Point, hosts Dave Clarke, Mike Marcangelo, and Bob Kelly dive headfirst into the biggest "what if" scenarios in professional sports: what happens when you undo the most devastating injuries of all time?From the NBA to the NFL, MLB to WWE, this is the ultimate alternate timeline conversation for every die-hard sports fan. We explore:What if Len Bias never died and became a Boston Celtics legend?What if Larry Bird never hurt his back—could the Celtics have taken down Jordan's Bulls?What if Kevin Garnett's knee held up—do the Celtics win three straight titles?What if Drew Bledsoe never got injured—does Tom Brady even become a GOAT?How would Derrick Rose's career look without the ACL tear?What if Tiger Woods never suffered back injuries—would he have passed Jack Nicklaus?Could Yao Ming have changed the landscape of the NBA as the league's global icon?We also dive into WWE's most tragic turning point—Bret Hart's concussion from Goldberg in 1999—and how it could have reshaped wrestling's entire Attitude Era.

On this episode of the Bob Ryan and Jeff Goodman NBA Podcast, Bob & Jeff discuss the NBA Summer League and why both aren't the biggest fans of the event. They also discuss the performance of Cooper Flagg and why Bob thinks he could be the next Larry Bird, as well as discuss Celtics 1st Round pick Hugo Gonzalez and why Bob likes the Flashes he's shown. ⏰️0:00 - EPISODE TIMELINE⏰️ 1:00 - Story of Pat Spencer 2:51 - Thoughts on NBA Summer League 3:41 - Bob Remembers only Summer League Basketball 5:32 - Thoughts on NBA Summer League 8:39 - Cooper Flagg performance in Summer League 11:04 - Hugo Gonzalez performance in Summer League 12:29 - Prizepicks 13:13 - Expectations for Lakers this season 15:40 - Expectations for Deandre Ayton this season 18:09 - Expectations for Lakers this season 19:45 - LeBron vs. Kobe vs MJ Conversation 24:10 - Can Oklahoma City Thunder repeat? 30:07 - Most intriguing team in Eastern Conference? 32:50 - Paul George undergoes left knee surgery 33:45 - Should 76ers trade Joel Embiid? 34:25 - Most intriguing team in Eastern Conference? 35:02 - Wrapping up Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Bob Ryan and Jeff Goodman Podcast on CLNS Media, Apple and Spotify!

7/15/25 - Hour 2 Rich and the guys react to the NFL QB rankings posted by ESPN's Jeremy Fowler as determined by a poll of anonymous league executives, coaches, and scouts. ‘The Life Gorgeous' host Craig Kilborn joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new ESPN ‘Chasing Basketball Heaven' 30-for-30 podcast, the outlook for his beloved Minnesota Vikings with the untested JJ McCarthy as their starting QB, Larry Bird's greatness, reveals his favorite ‘This Is SportsCenter' commercials, plays a round of ‘Celebrity True or False,' and answers ‘5 Questions.' 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gil's Arena Get HOSTILE Over Bleacher Report's Top 100 All Time Hoopers as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew react to Bleacher Report updating their list of the Best 100 players in NBA History and discuss what their ranking of Kobe Bryant at 11 below guys like Steph Curry & Larry Bird says about Gil's take that Kobe is an overrated sidekick. Next, they break down the opening games of NBA Summer League where Cooper Flagg stumbled in his debut game against Bronny James & The Los Angeles Lakers but proved why he was the #1 overall pick with a 31 point performance before the Dallas Mavericks' decided to shut down their franchise player until NBA Training Camp. They give their impressions from Flagg's first taste of NBA action and highlight other standouts from NBA Summer League including the San Antonio Spurs' terrifying duo of Dylan Harper & Carter Bryant. Next, NBA Champion Isaiah Hartenstein enters Gil's Arena to break down life after winning the NBA's ultimate prize and give an inside look at the dynamics of Oklahoma City Thunder's championship roster, highlighting what makes Shai Gilgeous Alexander & the team's Big 4 so special. They then react to more rumors swirling between LeBron James & The Los Angeles Lakers as the King and his agent Rich Paul hinted at a potential move away from the team this weekend and read between the lines on what LeBron wants to happen this offseason. They debate if the Lakers have done enough to surround LeBron with a championship roster this offseason and break down which out of the rumored landing spots for LeBron between the Golden State Warriors, Cleveland Cavaliers, Los Angeles Clippers and Dallas Mavericks give LeBron the best shot at winning 1 more championship. Finally, they react to the HOSTILE online battle between Robert Griffin III and Angel Reese where the former NFL QB turned media member inserted himself and race into the conversation, sparking a debate inside the arena over whether or not the dialogue over the WNBA Superstar has gone too far. Please give us a like and subscribe!!! Gil's Arena Crew - Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Kenyon Martin, Rashad McCants & Sheryl Swoopes Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code GIL and get up to $1000 in Bonus Credits and A FREE Pick: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi... Join the Playback chat to interact with Gil and Josiah https://www.playback.tv/gilbertarenas SUBSCRIBE:    / @gilsarena   Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos!   / discord   0:00:00 2 Min Timer 0:01:48 Show Start 0:10:53 Cooper Flagg's NBA Debut 0:26:52 Isaiah Hartenstein Enters Gil's Arena 0:30:16 What Made The 2025 OKC Thunder Special 0:34:32 IHart On SGA's Leadership 0:39:40 Is SGA The Best Player In The World? 0:40:30 Hartenstein Gets Real On Being Bright Skinned 0:41:47 How Playing Overseas Changed IHart's Game 0:48:11 The Difference Between Playing With Brunson & Shai 0:49:18 The Influence of Rick Brunson 0:50:21 Will OKC Chase The NBA Wins Record? 0:52:08 Toughest Defensive Matchup In The NBA 0:54:26 What Makes The European Big So Special 0:59:10 Bleacher Report Drops Their Top 100 Hoopers Ever 1:36:40 Kobe Bryant Deserves More Respect? 1:59:53 LeBron Has No Comment On His Future With The Lakers 2:24:57 Drake Covers His LeBron Tattoo 2:38:39 MostlyFans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trigésimo séptimo episodio dedicado a la temporada 1985-86 de la NBA. Continuamos el repaso de los playoffs con la serie de primera ronda de la Conferencia Este disputada entre los Boston Celtics y los Chicago Bulls. Comparamos a los equipos, jugadores y entrenadores; revisamos uno a uno los partidos, además de sacar conclusiones de la eliminatoria. Hablamos asimismo sobre la brillantísima actuación de Michael Jordan (incluidos los 63 puntos del segundo encuentro), lo imparable que era Kevin McHale, lo bueno que era Larry Bird, el sufrimiento de Dennis Johnson en defensa, los fallos de Orlando Woolridge, los buenos lanzamientos exteriores de Danny Ainge y Jerry Sichting, la impotencia de Oakley ante las torres rivales (Walton y Parish), así como de otros aspectos del enfrentamiento. Análisis de la fase regular 1985-86 de: - Celtics: https://go.ivoox.com/rf/136235718 - Bulls: https://go.ivoox.com/rf/133824147 ------ Contacto y redes: - iVoox (Era baloncesto): https://www.ivoox.com/podcast-era-baloncesto_sq_f1687000_1.html - XLS con todos los audios: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1k9YiJkMkIMwONwX1onZZTBHBffYVtnlgT2oBebypG0A - Twitter: @erabaloncesto - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@erabaloncesto - Blog: https://erabaloncesto.home.blog - erabaloncesto@gmail.com ------ Sintonía: - Cornflowers (Dee Yan-Key): freemusicarchive.org/music/Dee_Yan-Key/Vacation_Days/01-Dee_Yan-Key-Cornflowers ------ Creado y presentado por José Manuel Gómez y Manuel Álvarez López. Publicado el 13 de julio de 2025.

Hi, folks.  We're lucky to be joined by the NZ's King of Coffee, Anthony Bull, to talk about a couple of his other favourite topics: basketball and Looney Tunes.  As luck would have it, he's chosen just the film: it's 1996's SPACE JAM. He sent us a delicious package of gin, tonic and coffee, which we polished off during the recording. Highly recommended, especially with about a dozen toffepops to soak up the booze.Trigger Warning: We do discuss *that* song by *that* singer, but only to remind everyone what a complete toilet of a human being he is.END CREDITS- Presented by Robert Johnson and Christopher Webb- Produced/edited by Christopher Webb- "Still Any Good?" logo designed by Graham Wood & Robert Johnson- Crap poster mock-up by Christopher Webb- Theme music ("The Slide Of Time") by The Sonic Jewels, used with kind permission(c) 2025 Tiger Feet ProductionsFind us:Twitter @stillanygoodpodInstagram @stillanygoodpodBluesky @stillanygood.bsky.socialEmail stillanygood@gmail.comFind Anthony:Instagram @themagicroastwww.themagicroast.comSupport the show

Bleav Host Robert Land breaks down all the angles of the Cam Whitmore trade to the Wizards and looks at why the Astros are rolling. Plus, he jumps into the archives with Rockets great Robert Reid on guarding Larry Bird and stories about Vin Scully's legend. (:42) Whitmore Trade details & 2nd RD pick value (3:14) Who is new Rocket Mojave King? (3:55) 3 Things to hate about Whitmore Trade (6:24) Are Rockets Deep Enough? (7:00) What does Whitmore trade tell us? (9:50) Robert Reid was scared of Larry Bird (12:22) Astros Amazing Stats! (13:49) Jake Meyers injury (14:25) Walker, Yainer & Altuve crushing! (16:00) Astros Quiet Heroes? (18:30) How are Astros winning? (20:53) Why was Vin Scully Genius? (with Astros voice Jerry Trupiano) (23:25) Did Scully predict classmate's HR? (Houston Buff Larry Miggins crazy story) Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast #rockets #camwhitmore #hunterbrown #josealtuve #astros

On this electric episode of The Ben and Skin Show, broadcasting live from the American Airlines Center, Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray dive headfirst into one of the most pivotal nights in Dallas Mavericks history: the selection of Cooper Flagg as the #1 overall pick in the NBA Draft.From the ashes of the controversial Luka Doncic trade rises a new beacon of hope. The crew unpacks the emotional rollercoaster of the past six months, the trauma of losing Luka, and the unexpected joy of landing a generational talent. Cooper Flagg isn't just a top prospect—he's being hailed as the best two-way player since Anthony Davis, and the Mavs fanbase is buzzing with cautious optimism.From his love of Larry Bird to his trainer's wife's lobster rolls, Flagg's pre-draft interviews reveal a humble, grounded 18-year-old with a killer instinct on the court.This episode captures the raw emotion, humor, and insight that make The Ben and Skin Show a must-listen for Mavs fans and sports lovers alike. Whether you're still mourning Luka or already ordering your Flagg jersey, this episode will make you laugh, reflect, and—most importantly—believe again.

Wiggy wants Caitlin Clark to play into her whiteness like Larry Bird did

Wiggy wants Caitlin Clark to play into her whiteness like Larry Bird did // Greg commends Russell Henley for penalizing himself when his ball moved // Wiggy says there's no hiding for the Sox front office at the trade deadline //

Celtics send Jrue Holiday packing and the changes are officially underway // Scheim gets called out for his Maye prediction, tries to defend it // Greg calls Craig Breslow a robot because of his use of analytics // Wiggy wants Caitlin Clark to play into her whiteness like Larry Bird did // Greg commends Russell Henley for penalizing himself when his ball moved // Wiggy says there's no hiding for the Sox front office at the trade deadline // They Said It: NBA players blaming lack of load management for injuries // The News With Courtney: Hot dogs and dirty Trump // Uptalkers in the news: Shark spotting edition // Rob from Finlete which allows fans to acquire a stake in athlete earnings // Curtis' old "friend" returns to Hill Notes // Stay cool Boston, drink water, keep the dogs out of cars, it's hot hot hot! //

Rob and Kelvin debate if Cooper Flagg can be a Superstar in the NBA. Will Cooper Flagg be closer to Larry Bird or Christian Laettner? And the guys get the bottom of the Ace Bailey mystery!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Vesler, founder of HOMAGE, joins Startup to Storefront to share the story behind one of the most beloved vintage-inspired sportswear brands in the game. From an accidental cease-and-desist email with Larry Bird that turned into HOMAGE's first licensing deal, to partnerships with the NFL, NBA, MLB, WNBA, and exclusive collaborations with Jason Kelce, Travis Kelce, Ryan Reynolds, and Rob McElhenney - Ryan breaks down how HOMAGE built an emotional connection with fans and investors alike. In this episode you'll learn: How Ryan turned his love for Ohio State into the legendary Archie Griffin T-shirt Why trading cards became a core inspiration for HOMAGE's nostalgic aesthetic The inside story behind HOMAGE's collaboration with Travis & Jason Kelce on New Heights Follow along as Ryan shares how authenticity, emotion, and storytelling have helped HOMAGE become a cult favorite for sports fans everywhere.

Don't notice the kiss-up culture? Swimming in blackness? Sneaky nasty callers! Caitlin Clark is the Jackie Robinson of the WNBA. Jesus for "slaying"? Thrilled by women speaking "the truth"!The Hake Report, Monday, June 16, 2025 ADTIMESTAMPS* (0:00:00) Start* (0:01:21) Disclaimer / Greetings* (0:03:58) Lawyers* (0:05:39) Supers: CJ, Don… No Kush inventions? Meaningless!* (0:09:05) Hey, guys!* (0:10:46) RONNIE, OH: Ecclesiastes: Meaningless! Flag Day, Rallies* (0:12:57) RONNIE: Kush … Kiss-up culture … voting for color* (0:26:11) RONNIE: Trans-Atlantic slave trade* (0:27:32) MARK, L.A.: Fairy tale; H— anti-communist* (0:29:11) MARK: Duke cancer; Jeff in LA; Kush* (0:32:53) MARK: Authoritarian for a time; Judges bringing communism* (0:35:25) MARK: You tricked me about Jeff!* (0:40:52) DWIGHT, Long Beach, 1st: Educate you* (0:42:36) JEFF, LA: Obama voting by race* (0:44:13) JEFF: black ego: Tiger, Williams sisters vs Caitlin Clarke, Larry Bird* (0:52:20) Coffees* (0:53:47) MN Shooting* (1:00:37) Posing as a cop, or as the media* (1:03:28) War vs Trump* (1:07:38) Coffee: King of Kings …* (1:11:47) ALLEN, MI: Corrections…* (1:16:57) ALLEN: Criticizing, "Waking up," Jesus on "slaying" "enemies"?* (1:26:20) ALLEN: Hermeneutics* (1:30:47) AARON, MD: Leonarda Jonie on JLP; Pearl, difference in confidence?* (1:34:16) AARON: black civilizations, no love, no peace* (1:40:48) AARON: It's heart eyes? A woman talking like that…* (1:43:44) Super: LYC vs Allen, one-tenth* (1:45:57) STEV'N, MD: Caitlin Clark is the Jackie Robinson of our time* (1:48:11) STEV'N: Jesus' crucifixion was ordained; Dad shell-shocked* (1:54:40) PeaceBLOG https://www.thehakereport.com/blog/2025/6/16/the-hake-report-mon-6-16-25PODCAST / Substack HAKE NEWS from JLP https://www.thehakereport.com/jlp-news/2025/6/16/jlp-mon-6-16-25–Hake is live M-F 9-11a PT (11-1CT/12-2ET) Call-in 1-888-775-3773 https://www.thehakereport.com/showVIDEO: YT - Rumble* - Pilled - FB - X - BitChute (Live) - Odysee*PODCAST: Substack - Apple - Spotify - Castbox - Podcast Addict*SUPER CHAT on platforms* or https://buymeacoffee.com/thehakereportSHOP - Printify (new!) - Cameo | All My LinksJLP Network: JLP - Church - TFS - Nick - PunchieThe views expressed on this show do not represent BOND, Jesse Lee Peterson, the Network, this Host, or this platform. No endorsement or opposition implied!The show is for general information and entertainment, and everything should be taken with a grain of salt! Get full access to HAKE at thehakereport.substack.com/subscribe

00:00 – 11:48 – Pacers prep for Game 4 tonight, can they take a commanding 3-1 series lead or will SGA and the Thunder rebound?, Kevin and James give their takeaways from Colts minicamp, Daniel Jones, Happy Father’s Day 11:49 – 22:47 – Morning Checkdown 22:48 – 40:38– How do you describe this Pacers team to those who haven’t followed the team all season long?, Matt Taylor’s Rudy comp to the Pacers, caller asks about Kevin’s potential Speedo run 40:39 – 1:05:44 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us to discuss if the winner of tonight’s game wins the series, the future of the team after the postseason is over, Rake’s role at the Indiana Hall of Fame, Tyrese Haliburton’s quick climb up the Pacers all-time ranks, Pacers heading into Game 4 thoughts, Morning Checkdown 1:05:45 – 1:14:59 – We take callers about expectations for the Pacers heading into Game 4, does the quick turnaround help the Pacers or Thunder more? 1:15:00 – 1:24:48 – Would any production be done at work the following day if the Pacers win a championship?, James tells a story about non-sports fan bosses, will Larry Bird be in attendance tonight?, we take more callers ahead of tonight’s Game 4 1:24:49 – 1:49:00 – Happy Father’s Day!, Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us and discusses his night out at Hinkle Fieldhouse with other members of the media, his thoughts heading into Game 4, does tonight’s winner win the series?, latest on the Fever and Caitlin Clark’s injury status, keys for tonight’s game, Jeff talks about muddy balls, Morning Checkdown 1:49:01 – 1:58:30 – Kevin’s thoughts on the Colts and what Shane Steichen said that made him scratch his head, more callers ahead of tonight’s Game 4 1:58:31 – 2:05:03 – Pop Quiz, final thoughts ahead of Game 4Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Deal, Alex Rodriguez and Jason Kelly talk with Magic Johnson, the iconic point guard for the Los Angeles Lakers. In their conversation, taped in front of a live audience at the Milken Global Conference, Johnson reveals what he’s learned from his “greatest deal,” becoming part of the Washington Commanders ownership group. He also explains why pitching himself as a partner to the Starbucks board was the hardest thing he’s ever done, and how much it meant to win an Olympic gold medal alongside Michael Jordan and Larry Bird.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses Kevin Durant's viral Twitter exchange with a group of critical fans, why it feels like KD is almost trying to convince himself that his post-Golden State Warriors playing days haven't been a failure, the 4 pivotal games in NBA history that led directly either to the formation or the disintegration of a Super Team, whether Durant or Larry Bird will go down in history as the greater player all-time, and which team makes the most sense in any potential KD trade this offseason. Finally, J-Mac hits us with his Best Bet for Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts! #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

McDonald's chief marketing officer Paul Schrage only stipulated that he wanted a two-part Super Bowl commercial that promoted the Big Mac and featured the immensely popular Jordan as a celebrity pitchman.Copywriter Jim Ferguson and art director Bob Shallcross, then the top creative team at Leo Burnett Worldwide, bounced ideas off one-another for days before the premise of a shooting contest dawned on them. In the award-winning spot, Bird challenges Jordan to match him shot for physics-defying shot with a Big Mac and fries at stake.“It was a very simple idea, but what you find in advertising is that the simple ideas are usually the best,” Ferguson said. “Did we have any idea it was going to become part of pop culture? Hell no, man. You never know what's going to catch on, but you hit the right time, the right idea, the right stars and sometimes it does.”-"Iconic Sports Commercials: Michael Jordan vs. Larry Bird," Yahoo! SportsArchie Comics' Sonic The Hedgehog #3300:00 Intro02:12 Let's Get Small! Part I13:42 Let's Get Small! Part II25:45 Let's Get Small! Part III35:08 The Big Picture!47:35 Sonic Shot01:07:31 Outro

We solicit your opinions on old people, Adam Sandler, Kobe Bryant, Larry Bird, e-mail signatures, and the drama at Wake Forest.

Flowers are blooming, birds are chirping, and basketballers are basketballing. Listen, Ian knows what NBA event aligns with the release of this episode, but he's in the other room and I'm on my own here. I'm gonna say the finals? Anyway, we celebrate with two bouncy Christmas tunes: "Christmas Slam Dunk" by Hot Dad and "Baby Wants a Basketball for Christmas" by The Living Sisters. Enjoy the part where we remember a totally different theme we fully planned out for this episode, and enjoy the other-other part where we excavate a specific episode of Doug from the depths of your subconscious, perhaps! The ranking music in this episode is "Basketball" by Weezer, which is off of their Winter EP but unfortunately is not winter-y enough to qualify for this exercise.

Joshua K. Wright, The NBA's Global Empire: How the League Became an International Powerhouse (McFarland, 2025)  During the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona, the Dream Team, a collective of the National Basketball Association's top talent led by Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird and Charles Barkley, shook up the world as they amazed spectators and opponents on their way to winning gold. Their success introduced the world to the NBA's charismatic superstars and their artistic brand of basketball. Over the next two decades, youth outside of America dreamed of becoming the next Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and LeBron James. The NBA took advantage of its popularity in China by forming lucrative television and streaming deals and opening training academies. By the 2022-23 NBA season, there were 109 international players from 39 countries, a Canadian franchise, and a league in Africa. Today's best players are Africans, Canadians and Europeans like Nikola Jokic and Victor Wembanyama. This book presents the history of the NBA's ascension to a billion-dollar global empire, analyzing the globalization of American sports since the end of the Cold War and the dawn of the millennium. How essential is globalization for the NBA to thrive in the 21st century? Do the benefits outweigh the geopolitical controversies associated with being a global brand? Is globalization responsible for a decline in American-born NBA players and declining domestic popularity? These questions and others are answered in this first treatment of the NBA's global reach. Paul Knepper covered the New York Knicks for Bleacher Report. His first book was The Knicks of the Nineties: Ewing, Oakley, Starks and the Brawlers That Almost Won It All. His next book, Moses Malone: The Life of a Basketball Prophet, will be out in the fall of 2025. 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

Joshua K. Wright, The NBA's Global Empire: How the League Became an International Powerhouse (McFarland, 2025)  During the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona, the Dream Team, a collective of the National Basketball Association's top talent led by Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird and Charles Barkley, shook up the world as they amazed spectators and opponents on their way to winning gold. Their success introduced the world to the NBA's charismatic superstars and their artistic brand of basketball. Over the next two decades, youth outside of America dreamed of becoming the next Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and LeBron James. The NBA took advantage of its popularity in China by forming lucrative television and streaming deals and opening training academies. By the 2022-23 NBA season, there were 109 international players from 39 countries, a Canadian franchise, and a league in Africa. Today's best players are Africans, Canadians and Europeans like Nikola Jokic and Victor Wembanyama. This book presents the history of the NBA's ascension to a billion-dollar global empire, analyzing the globalization of American sports since the end of the Cold War and the dawn of the millennium. How essential is globalization for the NBA to thrive in the 21st century? Do the benefits outweigh the geopolitical controversies associated with being a global brand? Is globalization responsible for a decline in American-born NBA players and declining domestic popularity? These questions and others are answered in this first treatment of the NBA's global reach. Paul Knepper covered the New York Knicks for Bleacher Report. His first book was The Knicks of the Nineties: Ewing, Oakley, Starks and the Brawlers That Almost Won It All. His next book, Moses Malone: The Life of a Basketball Prophet, will be out in the fall of 2025. 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

Joshua K. Wright, The NBA's Global Empire: How the League Became an International Powerhouse (McFarland, 2025)  During the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona, the Dream Team, a collective of the National Basketball Association's top talent led by Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird and Charles Barkley, shook up the world as they amazed spectators and opponents on their way to winning gold. Their success introduced the world to the NBA's charismatic superstars and their artistic brand of basketball. Over the next two decades, youth outside of America dreamed of becoming the next Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and LeBron James. The NBA took advantage of its popularity in China by forming lucrative television and streaming deals and opening training academies. By the 2022-23 NBA season, there were 109 international players from 39 countries, a Canadian franchise, and a league in Africa. Today's best players are Africans, Canadians and Europeans like Nikola Jokic and Victor Wembanyama. This book presents the history of the NBA's ascension to a billion-dollar global empire, analyzing the globalization of American sports since the end of the Cold War and the dawn of the millennium. How essential is globalization for the NBA to thrive in the 21st century? Do the benefits outweigh the geopolitical controversies associated with being a global brand? Is globalization responsible for a decline in American-born NBA players and declining domestic popularity? These questions and others are answered in this first treatment of the NBA's global reach. Paul Knepper covered the New York Knicks for Bleacher Report. His first book was The Knicks of the Nineties: Ewing, Oakley, Starks and the Brawlers That Almost Won It All. His next book, Moses Malone: The Life of a Basketball Prophet, will be out in the fall of 2025. You can reach Paul at paulknepper@gmail.com and follow him on Twitter @paulieknep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy begins with the Nationals extra innings win in Seattle, and James Wood hitting his 15th HR of the season. (21:39) More on Commanders OTAs from Frankie Luvu. (39:51) Is the pressure all back on the Pacers now? (58:36) Tim Legler tells a good Larry Bird story. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit https://www.sportscapitoldc.com. To join the conversation, check us out on twitter @ESPN630DC and @andypollin1See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mykal Riley’s name isn’t mentioned alongside Stephen Curry or Larry Bird. But neither of those guys can say they hit a three-pointer that literally saved thousands of lives. * VERY SPECIAL CREDITSHosted by Dana Schwartz, Zaron Burnett, Jason EnglishWritten by Dave RoosProduced by Josh Fisher Editing and Sound Design by Chris ChildsMixing and Mastering by Baheed FrazierOriginal Music by Elise McCoyShow Logo by Lucy QuintanillaExecutive Producer is Jason English Thanks for listening! We'll be back with new episodes every Wednesday in June. If you're enjoying Very Special Episodes, leave us a rating and review on your favorite podcast platform. You can reach us at veryspecialepisodes@gmail.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Geopolitical analyst Jacob Shapiro discusses the transition to a multipolar world order, the state of American Empire, the emergence of new power centers, and the notion of a looming World War III. He comments on Trump's recent foray into the Middle East, China's strategic engagement in Latin America, and the fate of Mexico. He offers some tips on the way forward. Watch on BitChute / Brighteon / Rumble / Substack / YouTube Geopolitics & Empire · Jacob Shapiro: We Are Entering a Multipolar Geopolitical Environment #556 *Support Geopolitics & Empire! Become a Member https://geopoliticsandempire.substack.com Donate https://geopoliticsandempire.com/donations Consult https://geopoliticsandempire.com/consultation **Visit Our Affiliates & Sponsors! Above Phone https://abovephone.com/?above=geopolitics easyDNS (15% off with GEOPOLITICS) https://easydns.com Escape Technocracy course (15% off with GEOPOLITICS) https://escapethetechnocracy.com/geopolitics PassVult https://passvult.com Sociatates Civis (CitizenHR, CitizenIT, CitizenPL) https://societates-civis.com Wise Wolf Gold https://www.wolfpack.gold/?ref=geopolitics Websites Jacob Shapiro https://jacobshapiro.com X https://x.com/JacobShap Substack https://jashap.substack.com Bespoke https://bespokegroup.io About Jacob Shapiro Jacob Shapiro is a geopolitical analyst who provides strategic guidance to families, investors, and corporations. He is Director of Research at The Bespoke Group, a U.S.-based wealth strategy firm that applies generational thinking to the preservation and growth of generational wealth for families around the world. His approach blends rigorous, empathetic analysis with deep confidence in human agency and the transformative power of new ideas. Jacob is a global thought leader on geopolitics and its impact on everything from global markets to supply chains. A prolific public speaker, Jacob delivers frequent keynote presentations and tailored corporate briefings. His insights help audiences and c-suites across industries like finance, agriculture, and energy make sense of the world. Jacob also hosts “The Jacob Shapiro” podcast, which features interviews with subject matter experts in geopolitics, technology, markets, and other fields. He holds a master's degree with distinction from Oxford University and a bachelor's degree in Near Eastern studies from Cornell University. He lives in New Orleans with his wife and two daughters. When he's not tweeting at 4 a.m. about the latest international developments or commodities prices, you might find him at a basketball court near you doing his best Larry Bird impersonation at a pickup game. *Podcast intro music is from the song "The Queens Jig" by "Musicke & Mirth" from their album "Music for Two Lyra Viols": http://musicke-mirth.de/en/recordings.html (available on iTunes or Amazon)

Today we're headed to Boston, the home of Larry Bird, the Boondock Saints, and the only racists that can't pronounce a hard R. But we're not here for them, we're here for John Connolly. A classic case of corruption and ineptitude, and as always, a dumb nickname makes an appearance. You'll even hear the names of some future episodes as we make fun of all the aspects of this dummy's life. Enjoy!

Playoffs are heating up

On today's episode, Vinnie Goodwill of Yahoo Sports joins Bomani Jones to recap some of the NBA Semifinals games. They start off the show shocked with the New York Knicks completing their second comeback in a row vs the Boston Celtics (0:46) which makes Bo and Vinnie question if Jayson Tatum is that guy (7:19)? Sticking with the Knicks vs Celtics series, they wonder if Joe Mazzulla is limiting Tatum's game (12:57) and why is there no alternative to shooting only 3 pointers (15:53)? Switching to the Indiana Pacers vs Cleveland Cavaliers series, Bo says why the Pacers had to have that game with the Cavs dealing with injuries (37:31) and that Tyrese Haliburton does not miss clutch shots (40:20). They round out the show by asking if the Oklahoma City Thunder are truly 40+ points better than the Denver Nuggets (46:01) and reminiscing on the legendary career of Larry Bird (48:33). . . . Subscribe to The Right Time with Bomani Jones on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, and Tik Tok for all the best moments from the show. Download Full Podcast Here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6N7fDvgNz2EPDIOm49aj7M?si=FCb5EzTyTYuIy9-fWs4rQA&nd=1&utm_source=hoobe&utm_medium=social Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-right-time-with-bomani-jones/id982639043?utm_source=hoobe&utm_medium=social Follow The Right Time with Bomani Jones on Social Media: http://lnk.to/therighttime Subscribe to Supercast for Ad-Free Episodes: https://righttime.supercast.com/ Support the Show: Discover faster, more reliable search with Perplexity today. Download the app or ask Perplexity anything at perplexity.com! https://pplx.ai/bomani-jones When any player scores 50 or more points in a game, DashPass members save 50% on an order, up to $10 off. Use promo code NBA50 to redeem. See further terms and conditions at https://drd.sh/8ONpZP/ Download the DraftKings Pick Six app NOW and use code BOMANI. Better payouts. Bigger wins. Only with Pick6 from DraftKings. The Crown is yours. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textIn this engaging conversation, the hosts discuss various topics ranging from customer service experiences to the unsettling news of a potential serial killer in New England. They delve into the nuances of funeral etiquette, the emotional weight of keeping funeral prayer cards, and the social dynamics surrounding attendance at such events. The discussion then shifts to the feeling of being out of place in stores, particularly hardware stores, and the challenges of home improvement projects. Throughout the conversation, humor and personal anecdotes create a relatable and entertaining dialogue.

Celtics legend Cedric Maxwell, joined by CLNS Media's John Zannis, reacts to HBO's Celtics City and how the team's story was told. Max shares his thoughts on the doc, reflects on playing with Larry Bird, opens up about his own injury history, and revisits the trade that sent him out of Boston.

X and W talk about Washington moving back to DC, the draft, Shedeur, Pat Summerall's sweet succulent voice, and more

Tom Brady, Bill Russell, Bobby Orr, Ted Williams, and Larry Bird are just a few of the many sports legends who have broken records and contributed to championships. Dan chatted with Martin Gitlin, educational and trade book author, sportswriter, and pop culture historian, about his latest release: The 50 Greatest Athletes in Boston Sports History.Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

Join Opie for a raw, unfiltered morning livestream from 500 feet above New York City! In this episode, Opie battles itchy allergies, rants about the city’s outrageous congestion pricing tolls, and dives into the absurdity of new laws charging criminals extra for wearing masks or fleeing the scene. He reflects on Trump’s rocky first 100 days, Canada’s surprising election twist, and the emotional milestone of no longer waking his kids for school. Plus, sports talk heats up with a passionate take on the Celtics, Larry Bird’s retirement, and Pat Riley’s NBA playoff flop. From heartfelt parenting moments to fiery political commentary, this episode is quintessential Opie—gritty, real, and packed with NYC energy. Tune in, hit the like button, and join the Opie Radio Fans private Facebook group for more! https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1AaGino82G/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin and Thom today started with Alex Ovechkin's first-ever playoff overtime goal to beat Montreal 3-2 in Game 1 of the Caps' first-round series. Somehow they veered into a conversation about Larry Bird before Kevin talked "edge" rushers in the 2nd segment of the show. They finished up with Kawhi Leonard's epic performance last night in Denver and Mavs' owner Nico Harrison admitting that he wasn't aware how much Dallas fans loved Luka Doncic. Go to zbiotics.com/SHEEHAN and use SHEEHAN at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics.Goldbelly.com, code sheehan, for free shipping and 20% off your first order of food from around the US.  Go To WindowNation.com. Buy 4 windows, get 4 free!Betting on sports? Go to mybookie.ag. Use code KEVINDC for a bonus!  

On a very special episode of Hawks And Friends, DC heads to Atlanta legend Dominique Wilkins's house, where the Human Highlight Film tells stories from his Hall of Fame career, including his most memorable dunks, going toe to toe nearly every night with NBA legends like Michael Jordan & Larry Bird, and his only regret from his time as a Hawk. Then, DC and Nique hit the court to talk basketball fundamentals, being a coach & role model for kids, and the mentality he played with each game.Timeline:00:00 Intro02:21 Young Nique gets discovered04:30 Impact of Coaches06:30 How the game has evolved09:20 Toughest matchups of his career12:30 Mentality on the court13:30 Most memorable dunks15:05 Biggest regret of his career16:21 Nique on his statue19:30 Working out with Pistol Pete21:00 Players he learned from the most23:45 Craziest fan interaction25:00 Best trash talker26:00 How much could he score in today's NBA27:47 Nique's assessment of the current Hawks30:43 Welcome to my crib34:12 Nique & DC hit the court35:40 Nique coaches DC36:50 Being a role model38:40 Playing with & against his son's friends40:45 DC tries to dunk42:42 Dunk contest memories43:25 In-game mentality46:53 Post game @ ClubShayShay @ Nightcapshow_ #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join us for an exciting episode of "Showtime w/ Coop" featuring basketball historian Josh Schnitman as we dive into the Los Angeles Lakers' recent playoff battle against the Minnesota Timberwolves. We explore the challenges the Lakers faced in the first round, the need to regain momentum, and the critical defensive strategies needed to contain standout players like Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels. With a nod to the rich history of the Lakers, we reflect on legendary matchups and the impact of icons like Michael Cooper and Larry Bird on the game. Plus, don't miss our fun "Start, Bench, Cut" segment where we evaluate the careers of basketball greats like Shaquille O'Neal and Paul Pierce. Tune in for a blend of nostalgia, analysis, and a celebration of teamwork as we gear up for an exhilarating playoff season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the NFL draft next week, the show reminisced about past draft shows, including Jerry's interview with a before drafted Aaron Rodgers and Gio's Vikings-gear attendance in his youth, also discussing childhood NFL jerseys. C-Lo's update was plagued by significant hiccups, prompting caller remedies and a story of hospitalization due to persistent hiccups. Chris Russo shared a Robert Parrish anecdote about Larry Bird. Joe Schoen discussed the Giants' openness to drafting a QB if the value aligns. The hour concluded with news of a settled lawsuit where Artemi Panarin was accused of sexual assault by a Rangers employee.

Hour 1 Gio and Jerry filled in for a sick Boomer, discussing their health issues, including Jerry's penis camera scope story (with many 'penis' drops from Eddie). Gio predicted another bad year for the Giants and Jets in the upcoming NFL draft, stating Justin Fields "stinks" and neither team will draft Shedeur Sanders. C-Lo gave his first update, likely with hiccups. Dave Sims called Aaron Judge's homer as the Yankees swept the Royals and will play the Rays in their spring training home. The Mets lost their series in Minnesota. The hour ended with news of an umpire hit by a line drive in the Mets game, highlighting the need for umpire batting helmets. Hour 2 Filling in for a sick Boomer on his 64th birthday (marked by an Al-sung Beatles tune), Gio lamented the Mets' series loss to the "not very good" Twins, citing sloppy defense and a cold, strikeout-prone Juan Soto. Pete Alonso's strong season and contract were discussed, drawing comparisons to Strawberry and Wright. C-Lo's update featured Dave Sims' call of Cody Bellinger's game-ending catch and an Aaron Judge homer. A caller shared a story about giving C-Lo's niece a ball at Yankee Stadium. Chris Russo's interview with Gary Player included a blunt "stay alive." The hour concluded with Jim Palmer's claim of never eating a chicken wing, Gio and Jerry's dislike of lobster, Gio's anecdote about someone unfamiliar with tacos, and Al's claim of never having grilled cheese. Hour 3 With the NFL draft next week, the show reminisced about past draft shows, including Jerry's interview with a before drafted Aaron Rodgers and Gio's Vikings-gear attendance in his youth, also discussing childhood NFL jerseys. C-Lo's update was plagued by significant hiccups, prompting caller remedies and a story of hospitalization due to persistent hiccups. Chris Russo shared a Robert Parrish anecdote about Larry Bird. Joe Schoen discussed the Giants' openness to drafting a QB if the value aligns. The hour concluded with news of a settled lawsuit where Artemi Panarin was accused of sexual assault by a Rangers employee. Hour 4 NFL reporters predict the Giants will draft Abdul Carter or Travis Henry, depending on the Browns' pick. The show debated Shedeur Sanders' potential and the possibility of the Titans, Browns, or Giants trading their picks. Jerry suggested the Giants should take a quarterback at three, while Gio prefers Carter at three and a quarterback later, but Gio doubts any Giants or Jets draftee will significantly improve their teams this season. Jerry believes the Giants will draft Shedeur, a view Gio opposes. C-Lo's final update indicated a temporary hiccup cure. The Yankees had an unusual face-tagout play. C-Lo's hiccups returned. The Moment of the Day highlighted Eddie's 'penis' drops. The show concluded with Gio trying to avoid catching hiccups from the ongoing discussion and a debate about ear-cleaning candles.

On this episode of By The Horns, Cam and Drew break down the Bulls' win against the Miami Heat, focusing on Josh Giddey's historic performance—a stat line only matched by Larry Bird and Giannis Antetokounmpo! We'll dive into the team's impressive synergy, pointing out the contributions of Kevin Huerter and Matas Buzelis. We discuss the Bulls' playoff outlook, the upcoming games against the Wizards and Sixers, and the likely rematch against the Heat in the play-in tournament.  Plus, we speculate on Erik Spoelstra's strategies and the emotional impact of Luka Dončić's return to Dallas. 

This week we got a legend on the pod as Hall of Famer Alex English joins Q and D on Knuckleheads. One of the best players in Nuggets history looks back on his journey in South Carolina, growing up in a segregated South, staying home in Colombia for college, and setting all the Gamecock records. He talks about what the draft process was like in the '70s, finally landing in Denver after not playing in his early seasons, and how it felt to become one of the best players in the league. We got one of the most underrated players ever — tune in! Choosing to stay home and going to South Carolina for college (9:50)Draft process in the 70's, getting picked by the Bucks (15:19) Going to the Pacers, starting to get real minutes (20:39)Getting traded to Denver, becoming an all star (22:51) Losing in the Conference Finals to Magic and the Lakers in 1985 (30:55)Thoughts on Nikola Jokic and his dominance (32:30) Having one of the greatest retro jerseys ever (35:39) About Our Hosts:NBA veterans Quentin Richardson and Darius Miles are lifelong friends and bona fide truth-tellers. Listen as they invite special guests, high-profile athletes, musicians and entertainers to get brutally honest about everything from current events to untold stories from the golden era of sports and culture. Named for the on-court celebration they made wildly popular, this unfiltered, hilarious and surprising podcast is like playing NBA 2K with no fouls.Other places to find Knuckleheads: Subscribe on YoutubeFollow on InstagramFollow on  Facebook

On today's show Torres makes his national title game pick, with a deep dive on Florida vs. Houston. Plus, UConn wins the title and Torres goes AFTER Dawn Staley. Plus, Torres welcomes legendary sports writer Bob Ryan to the show live in Houston, as the guys talk his career, covering some of the biggest moments in sports, Duke's meltdown AND MORE! National title game pick (2:00): Torres opens by making his full title game pick - breaking down Houston vs. Florida from EVERY angle. UConn wins the women's natty (): From there, Torres talks about UConn winning its first national title since 2016 in women's basketball - and why this one is different than all the others. Torres' Dawn Staley take goes viral (): From there, Torres explains why he believes Dawn Staley is both a great coach and also the biggest phony in sports. Plus, he explains a viral tweet about Staly that he sent that got the WHOLE internet mad. Legendary sportswriter Bob Ryan joins the show (): Finally, Torres wraps with a VERY special interview - as he sits down with legendary sportswriter Bob Ryan LIVE at the Final Four. The guys discuss Duke's meltdown, if Cooper Flagg really is the next Larry Bird, plus Bob's best Final Four memories. Then, he discusses the state of the NBA and shares his best Michael Jordan stories. Get a 150 percent deposit match with our friends from BetUSTV Going to NCAA Tournament games - at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the second hour of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo and Brian Windhorst react to LeBron's comments on Giannis' capabilities if he played in the 70s. The crew pays homage to the Larry Bird and Magic Johnson rivalry. Damien Woody joins the show to discuss whether or not Aaron Rodgers is a must-sign for the Steelers. Mad Dog tells us what he's mad about this week. Jeff Passan joins the show to share his hot takes for this upcoming MLB season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Michael Pina and Howard Beck sit down to give their thoughts on the new nine-part documentary series, 'Celtics City,' on HBO. They discuss how their perspectives were shaped after the documentary, what Celtics season they would've liked to have covered, whether their opinion on anyone changed, and much more. Then, Wosny Lambre sits down with the director of 'Celtics City,' Lauren Stowell, to discuss how Lauren got involved with the project, interviewing legends like Larry Bird and Kevin Garnett, handling the perception of the city of Boston, and more. Hosts: Michael Pina, Howard Beck, and Wosny Lambre Guest: Lauren Stowell Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices