Podcast appearances and mentions of Larry Bird

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Agree or Disagree: An athlete's choice to accept or reject a White House invitation shouldn't be judged. The New York Knicks' decision to accept a White House invitation from President Trump has reignited a long-running debate about sports, politics, and tradition. Michael Smerconish explores how White House visits evolved from largely nonpartisan championship celebrations into cultural flashpoints, tracing examples from Larry Bird and Michael Jordan to Steph Curry, the Eagles, and Saquon Barkley. Should athletes be free to attend—or decline—without public scrutiny? And what does it say about America when even a ceremonial visit becomes a political statement? Listen here, then vote, and be sure to rate, review, and share this podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fred Hoiberg led the Nebraska Men's Basketball to a top 5 National Ranking and the Huskers' best season ever. Fred talks with Terry about coaching his son, Sam Hoiberg, to learn his craft from Larry Bird, Kevin McHale, and Johnny Orr, and about what he learned from Kevin Garnett, Reggie Miller, and Chris Mullin. This is a must-listen for anyone interested in coaching.Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/432406754817459 Follow Terry Pettit on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/terry.pettit.10 More podcasts, books etc: https://terrypettit.com#nebraskabasketball #fredhoiberg #terrypettit #leadershipcoaching #universityofnebraska #cornhuskers #ncaatournamentSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bob Ryan goes deep on one of basketball's most underrated topics — Larry Bird's defense. Was he actually good? Bob makes the case that Bird was far better than his reputation suggests, breaking down his three straight All-Defensive Second Team selections, his ability to clamp down situationally late in games, and his most iconic defensive moments including the steal on Isaiah Thomas and a legendary 36-point, 21-rebound clinic against the Lakers. Plus — how Bird accomplished more statistically with the ball in his hands less than almost anyone in NBA history, and why there's still never been another player quite like him. 0:00 - Intro 0:47 - Did Analytics Actually Measure Bird's Defense? 1:30 - Bird Was All-Defensive Second Team 3 Years in a Row 2:18 - How Bird Would Lurk & Clamp Down Late in Games 3:08 - The 1984 Finals: Bird's Most Complete Defensive Performance 4:39 - The Famous Steal on Isaiah Thomas 5:32 - "Sit Back and Enjoy the Show" — Bird's 36/21 Game vs. Magic 6:43 - PrizePicks 8:34 - How Would Bird's Defense Hold Up in Today's Game? 9:18 - Bird's Photographic Memory & Basketball IQ 11:33 - The Most Underrated Thing About Bird: Producing Without the Ball 12:34 - Jokic & Dirk Have Larry in Them — But There's Only One Bird 13:01 - Bird's Work Ethic & Making Himself a Defender 14:22 - Outro CLNS Media's preferred Daily Fantasy partner is PrizePicks. Sign up at https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Get $50 instantly when you play $5! Use Code CLNS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Bonus Bang episode is live from Boston, as the Comedy Bang! Bang! In Your Mouth tour kicks into high gear! Scott welcomes to the stage Jason Mantzoukas, OG hip hop artist Cal Solomon, the King of Rock n' Roll Elvis Presley, Boston Celtics legend Larry Bird, and owner of two lost golden retrievers, Pudge!  Special thanks to The Wilbur Theatre! Originally recorded June 12, 2024. Don't forget to check out the Comedy Bang! Bang! Action Figures at shop.figurecollections.com and go to actionfigurecellar.com for international purchases. If you want more great episodes of Comedy Bang! Bang! become a subscriber at comedybangbangworld.com. We have all of the past episodes from the archives, every live show, ad-free new episodes, and original shows like CBB Presents and Scott Hasn't Seen. Find more great Comedy Bang! Bang! merch at https://www.podswag.com/collections/comedy-bang-bang Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/cbb Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan talks to author Keith O'Brien about his latest book Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird. My Summer Lair Chapter #354: Do You Know Larry Bird's Origin Story As Well As You Know Superman's?  Recorded: Friday, April 17, 2026 3:30 p.m. (EST) For more show notes visit MySummerLair.com. Bonus Fun? Sign up for my newsletter because the F in FOMO doesn't stand for Fun. Stress free pop culture (TV shows! Books! Movies! Music! So Many Recommendations!!) tastefully harvested for your divine delight. Once a week a carefully curated edition of My Pal Sammy goes directly to your inbox. Magic or Science? You decide.

Rusty and his Steak discuss the unique atmosphere of Atlanta barbershops and the generational longing for an Atlanta Falcons Super Bowl victory. They examine the astronomical ticket prices for the NBA Finals in New York before Rusty recounts a childhood story involving Larry Bird and Red Auerbach. The segment concludes with a critique of NHL coaching challenges and the high quality of play in the Women's College World Series. 01:00 - Atlanta Barbershop Culture 05:14 - NBA Finals Ticket Prices 07:23 - Rusty Meets Larry Bird 11:36 - NHL Challenges and Softball

Steak and Rusty Manziel share harrowing stories of road accidents before shifting focus to the intense college football recruiting cycle at Georgia and Georgia Tech. They recount a classic memory of meeting Larry Bird and Red Auerbach at a summer basketball camp and conclude with listener interactions regarding celebrity encounters. 01:50 - Segment Introduction 02:55 - Steak's Highway Collision 05:08 - Rusty's Deer Strike 09:15 - College Recruiting Cycle 14:35 - Atlanta Barbershop Culture 18:45 - NBA Finals Costs 20:48 - Meeting Larry Bird 33:49 - Three Strikes Segment

Thanks to our Partners, Pico Technology, and AutelWatch Full Video EpisodeIn this episode, Matt starts on the golf course and ends up right back in the service bay, because apparently, even a decent round of golf can turn into a cognitive psychology lesson.After shooting a personally strong nine-hole score, Matt catches himself doing what many technical and mechanical specialists do every day: ignoring the accomplishment and obsessing over the shots, tests, tools, or decisions that could have been better. That leads into a discussion of discounting the positive, upward counterfactual thinking, hindsight bias, expert bias, and the curse of knowledge.The point is not to stop improving. The point is to stop rewriting reality after the fact. A two-hour intermittent short diagnosis may feel “obvious” once the problem is found, but it was not obvious when the vehicle came in. The same applies to repairs, removals, procedures, and every job where experience only becomes obvious after you earn it.Matt also closes with some listener-driven Mount Rushmore talk, including an all-time basketball starting five featuring Magic Johnson, Michael Jordan, Larry Bird, LeBron James, and Hakeem Olajuwon.Key TopicsWhy a good result can still feel disappointing when you focus only on what could have gone betterThe difference between honest reflection and beating yourself into the groundDiscounting the positive and how it shows up in diagnosticsUpward counterfactual thinking: “If only I had done this sooner…”Hindsight bias in the shop after the failure is already foundWhy “that was obvious” is usually only true after the factHow technical specialists can learn from a job without erasing the accomplishmentThe danger of judging another specialist's time after you already know the answerExpert bias, the curse of knowledge, and why experience can distort how we evaluate othersGiving yourself enough credit while still getting betterListener messages and future Mount Rushmore-style segmentsMatt's all-time basketball starting five discussionPull Quote Options“Once you know where the problem was, it starts feeling obvious. But it wasn't obvious when you started.”“Why can't both things be true? That was a good find, and next time I might do it faster.”“Learning from it does not require running yourself into the ground.”“Knowing what I knew at the time, that wasn't bad.”Thanks to our Partner, Pico TechnologyAre you chasing elusive automotive problems? Pico Technology empowers you to see what's really happening. Their PicoScope oscilloscopes transform your diagnostic capabilities. Visit PicoAuto.comThanks to our Partner, AutelFrom drivability diagnostics and TPMS service to ADAS and advanced safety systems, Autel helps technicians follow OEM procedures and repair with confidence. Learn more at Autel.comContact InformationEmail Matt: mattfanslowpodcast@gmail.comDiagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube ChannelThe Automotive Repair Podcast Network: https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion. https://remarkableresults.biz/Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest. https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level. https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching. https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/Speak Up! Effective Communication with Craig O'Neill: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills when Speaking to Audiences of Any Size. https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/

On Friday's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett is joined by Chris Egan, KING for the PME Show that is missing the Go-2-Guy Jim Moore because he's traveling for his anniversary. The boys are all over the place from the Mariners homestand, officiating a wedding, Top Gun pilots, Seahawks potential sale, Little League grandparents and our brand new segment, “The Barge.” Puck also gives a shoutout to Longview, Wa and updates a terrible youth baseball story that he covered on Thursday's show. “On this Day….”   Larry Bird knocks off Magic Puck wraps up the show with “Hey, What the Puck!?”    Salary cap in baseball would be a good idea (1:00)  PME Show with Puck, Jim and Egan ( 51:29) “On This Day….” ( 53:16) “Hey, What the Puck!?”  

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 11 o'clock hour is brought to you by TRAJAN WEALTH; Planning for tomorrow starts today. Visit Trajan Wealth dot com to learn more about retirement and state planning RedZone - Tua & Penix BTG This Week In Sports History See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For nearly two decades, Robert Parish built a reputation on the Boston Celtics as a steady force. He was durable and consistent, winning nine All-Stars and four NBA championships alongside greats like Larry Bird and Kevin McHale.But before Parish became the silent backbone of the Celtics dynasty, he was just a shy kid from Louisiana who barely knew how to dribble. In his recent memoir, “The Chief: The Story of the Boston Celtics' Most Enigmatic Icon,” Parish shares an inside look at his life story — from brutal 1980s rivalries in Boston to the personal controversies that complicate his legacy. Today on Sports in America, Parish reflects on a life shaped by toughness both on and off the court. Show Notes The Chief: The Story of the Boston Celtics' Most Enigmatic Icon | Robert Parish and Jake Utti The Ultimate Robert Parish Highlight Experience | NBC Boston Robert Parish clobbers Bill Laimbeer | NBC Boston Larry Bird's Epic Steal vs Pistons 1987 | NBC Boston The disturbing incident between Robert Parish and his then-wife | Basketball Network Show CreditsHost: David GreeneExecutive Producers: Joan Isabella, Tom GrahslerSenior Producer: Michael OlcottProducer: Michaela WinbergAssociate Producer: Bibiana CorreaTalent Booker: Britt KahnEngineer: Mike VillersTile Art: Bea WallingTheme Song: Emma MungerSports in America is a production of WHYY, distributed by PRX, and part of the NPR podcast network.

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.

5/26/26 (Co-Host: Amilcar Shabazz) Amherst Town Manager Paul Bockelman: Hampshire College's closing—an update preserving services, school funding,layoffs? The Leslẽa Newman on “Rainbow Cookies” and “Something Sweet: A Sitting Shiva Story;” also, censorship, love, & her upcoming reading for kids & parents at High Five Books. Greenfield City Council President Lora Wondolowski: Greenfield is a happening place – Juneteenth & the Green River Festival; her job at the Peace Development Fund, public safety & balancing priorities. Sports historians Duke Goldman & Keith O'Brien (coming to Broadside) on his new book “Heartland: A Forgotten Place, An Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird.”

5/26/26 (Co-Host: Amilcar Shabazz) Amherst Town Manager Paul Bockelman: Hampshire College's closing—an update preserving services, school funding,layoffs? The Leslẽa Newman on “Rainbow Cookies” and “Something Sweet: A Sitting Shiva Story;” also, censorship, love, & her upcoming reading for kids & parents at High Five Books. Greenfield City Council President Lora Wondolowski: Greenfield is a happening place – Juneteenth & the Green River Festival; her job at the Peace Development Fund, public safety & balancing priorities. Sports historians Duke Goldman & Keith O'Brien (coming to Broadside) on his new book “Heartland: A Forgotten Place, An Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird.”

5/26/26 (Co-Host: Amilcar Shabazz) Amherst Town Manager Paul Bockelman: Hampshire College's closing—an update preserving services, school funding,layoffs? The Leslẽa Newman on “Rainbow Cookies” and “Something Sweet: A Sitting Shiva Story;” also, censorship, love, & her upcoming reading for kids & parents at High Five Books. Greenfield City Council President Lora Wondolowski: Greenfield is a happening place – Juneteenth & the Green River Festival; her job at the Peace Development Fund, public safety & balancing priorities. Sports historians Duke Goldman & Keith O'Brien (coming to Broadside) on his new book “Heartland: A Forgotten Place, An Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird.”

5/26/26 (Co-Host: Amilcar Shabazz) Amherst Town Manager Paul Bockelman: Hampshire College's closing—an update preserving services, school funding,layoffs? The Leslẽa Newman on “Rainbow Cookies” and “Something Sweet: A Sitting Shiva Story;” also, censorship, love, & her upcoming reading for kids & parents at High Five Books. Greenfield City Council President Lora Wondolowski: Greenfield is a happening place – Juneteenth & the Green River Festival; her job at the Peace Development Fund, public safety & balancing priorities. Sports historians Duke Goldman & Keith O'Brien (coming to Broadside) on his new book “Heartland: A Forgotten Place, An Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird.”

Larry Bird is a name synonymous with basketball greatness, yet the story of how he rose from humble beginnings in rural Indiana is often overlooked. In this episode, Papamutes explores the insights shared by Keith O'Brien, author of "Heartland: A Forgotten Place, An Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird" as he delves into Bird's early life, the challenges he faced, and the narrative that reshaped our understanding of this iconic player.photos:courtesy k.o'brien“THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED OR VIEWS EXPRESSED BY GUESTS DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT OR REPRESENT THOSE OF THE HOST; Listen on Apple Podcasts,  Spotify,  iHeart Radio, Castro, Google Podcasts or wherever you stream your podcasts.

Ken and Lima run through Lima Likes with Evan Mobley's Game 7 stat line of 20 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists, 2 steals and 2 blocks putting him in company with LeBron, Larry Bird and Hakeem Olajuwon, which Ken and Lima cannot stop repeating to the point of absurdity. Dwyane Wade gets called out for openly rooting against the Cavs during his Amazon Prime broadcast on Friday, with Ken and Lima agreeing the whole announcing trio looked like they had never worked together before. The Guardians get their moment too after hitting six home runs against the Reds with Kyle Manzardo going deep twice, with Ken pointing out the team now has a plus 13 run differential and a full game lead in the division. Ken closes by congratulating his wife on finishing third in the Cleveland Marathon despite brutal heat that nearly shut the race down.

Bob Ryan takes a trip down memory lane to remember when Larry Bird and the Celtics lost their momentum against the 90s Knicks with the arrival of Patrick Ewing. CLNS Media is Powered by: Prize Picks

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Welcome to another Potluck Saturday! This week we get into the conversation surrounding the new Michael Jackson movie and the bigger issue underneath it… why modern culture seems unable to allow people to be complicated, flawed, talented, contradictory, and human all at once. We talk about the difference between understanding someone and endorsing everything they've ever done, the way social media has flattened people into heroes or villains, and why nuance seems to be disappearing from public conversation. From Michael Jackson to celebrity culture, fame, cancellation, and public perception, this episode explores what happens when a society loses the ability to hold two truths at the same time. We also get into the psychology of fame, why so many gifted people are also deeply wounded, and how our discomfort with other people's flaws often reflects our discomfort with our own. Along the way, we touch on pop culture, Hollywood, social media, self-improvement, and the pressure to appear perfect in a world that rewards outrage over honesty. Larry Bird teaches us that we generally only empathize with others that have had problems similar to ours. As always more to come.... HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy's Page: Shop My Macy's Storefront EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host AG1: drinkag1.com/healsquad  ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos' passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company's Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

Cedric Maxwell sits down with Rick Mahorn for a raw old-school NBA conversation. Mahorn breaks down how the Bad Boy Pistons defended Michael Jordan, why playoff basketball is still about physicality, how he would guard Joel Embiid, Victor Wembanyama, Giannis, Nikola Jokic and Karl-Anthony Towns, plus stories about Dennis Rodman, Isaiah Thomas, Larry Bird, Robert Parish and the Celtics-Pistons rivalry. From the Jordan Rules to today's injury concerns, Maxwell and Mahorn compare the toughness of the 80s NBA with the modern game. In this episode, Cedric Maxwell is joined by NBA Champion and Detroit Pistons legend, Rick Mahorn. The two friends dive into the 2026 NBA Playoffs, giving their thoughts on the Celtics-76ers and Magic-Pistons series. Then they reminisce about their careers and the evolution of the NBA since then. Cedric puts Rick on the spot, asking him how he'd fare against today's big men and about the Pistons' famous plan to stifle Michael Jordan. Rick also talks about his relationship with Isiah Thomas and Dennis Rodman and shares stories from the Bad Boy Pistons era. The Cedric Maxwell Podcast on CLNS is Powered by: 

A Mets rumor sends Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber into full debate mode as they react to the idea that Dusty Baker may have been approached about managing the team. With Carlos Mendoza's future suddenly part of the conversation, the guys weigh whether David Stearns would really make such a surprising move and what it would say about the direction of the franchise. The hour also celebrates John Sterling's gift for rising to the biggest moments, from Larry Bird's 60 point night to one of baseball's wildest calls. Plus, a caller's hilarious Knicks concern sparks a conversation about Madison Square Garden, superstar opponents, and whether the world's most famous arena gives visiting stars too much motivation.

A 13-point lead vanishes, the threes stop falling, and suddenly every old Celtics fear feels brand new again. We start by taking a quick lap around the NBA playoffs, but the real goal is to figure out what actually wins in May: habits, matchups, and coaching choices that hold up when the game turns tight. We hit the big league storylines first, including OKC embarrassing Phoenix and what that does to the Devin Booker conversation. From there we get into Kevin Durant's legacy whiplash, the locker room questions that follow him, and why the burner account era still changes how fans judge leadership. We also talk ourselves through LeBron James at 41, the longevity case, and how it feels when the player you love to hate keeps forcing a rethink. Then we detour into all-time rankings with a very specific argument: Larry Bird versus Kobe Bryant, what “killer mentality” really means, and how era context can distort the way we compare stars. After a stop at Nuggets vs Timberwolves and the Jokic discourse machine, we turn the spotlight where it belongs: Boston Celtics vs Philadelphia 76ers. We break down Joel Embiid coverage, why defending by committee matters, and why letting Embiid hunt one-on-one matchups is inviting trouble. On offence, we dig into the Celtics' three-point dependence, why rushed twos show up when the threes miss, and what a real Plan B could look like, including more Jaylen Brown pressure and more Peyton Pritchard initiation. If you're watching the NBA playoffs and asking why Boston looks brilliant one night and lost the next, this is the conversation. Subscribe, share the show with a Celtics fan who is spiralling, and leave a review with your own Plan B for Boston.Support the show-----------https://www.MTPshow.comOur Social Mediahttps://linktr.ee/MTPSHOW-----------Hosts: Mike Marcangelo, Dave Clarke, Rayshawn Buchanan, Bob KellyProducer: Craig D'AlessandroInquiries: Craig@mtpshow.com

In the world of basketball, defense is just as important as offense. And when it comes to locking down the opposing team's top scorers, few players in NBA history can match the skills of 5x champion as a key member of the Showtime Lakers and 1987 NBA Defensive Player of the Year, Michael Cooper. In this video, Coop takes us on a deep dive into his top five defensive assignments. From guarding the likes of Larry Bird and Isiah Thomas to shutting down George Gervin and Alex English, Cooper proved time and time again that he was one of the best defenders to ever step onto the court. But what made Cooper so special? It wasn't just his quick hands or his ability to read the offense. It was his commitment to studying his opponents and understanding their tendencies. Cooper knew that defense was about more than just stopping a player from scoring - it was about disrupting their rhythm, throwing them off their game, and forcing them to make mistakes. Throughout this video, he breaks down each of defensive assignment and provides insights into his techniques, strategies, and mindset. We'll see how he used his length and agility to frustrate top scorers in the 1980's NBA. So if you're ready to go inside the mind of an NBA defensive legend, join in and explore Michael Cooper's top five defensive assignments in NBA history. You won't be disappointed! Showtime w/ Coop on CLNS is Powered by: 

In this episode, Bob Ryan and Gary Tanguay relive the heated rivalry between two NBA titans: the Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers. Larry Bird and Julius Erving were the main characters of this feud in the 1980s, but Bob and Gary remember and recognize some of the forgotten faces of the rivalry, including Bobby Jones and Maurice Cheeks. They also tell the iconic tale of Larry Bird's preseason fight with Marc Iavaroni. The Bob Ryan and Jeff Goodman NBA Podcast on CLNS is Powered by: 

Craig and Big Mac analyze the Knicks' postseason performance and debate if Mike Brown was out-coached by Quin Snyder. They engage in a passionate discussion regarding LeBron James' legacy, with Craig ranking him as the eighth-best player in NBA history behind legends like Larry Bird. The segment concludes with a local sports update on David Peterson, Anthony Volpe, and Christian Scott. 01:24 - High School Sports Shoutout 04:52 - Knicks Coaching Analysis 14:01 - NBA GOAT Debate 20:48 - New York Sports Update

Tom Ackerman joins Mark Cox in studio to recap hosting a major event featuring Magic Johnson at the Missouri Athletic Club. Ackerman shares behind-the-scenes stories about meeting Johnson, his reflections on playing alongside Larry Bird and Michael Jordan on the United States men's national basketball team, and the impact Johnson had on the crowd. The conversation shifts to local basketball star Robbie Avila and his future beyond Saint Louis University, before turning to baseball. Ackerman highlights a strong start for the St. Louis Cardinals, including standout performances from Jordan Walker and JJ Wetherholt, along with early-season bullpen success and optimism for the team's trajectory. Hashtags: #TomAckerman #MagicJohnson #Cardinals #JordanWalker #MLB #DreamTeam #StLouisSports #LarryBird #MichaelJordan #SportsTalk

Join NBA legends Cedric Maxwell and Nate "Tiny" Archibald as they reminisce about their time as teammates on the 1981 NBA champion Boston Celtics, share incredible stories from their careers, and discuss the evolution of basketball.

Joe and Hollywood react to the Heat cutting Terry Rozier after his connection to the NBA point-shaving scandal, noting he hadn't played all season and that opinions remain split on whether he's truly innocent. They also debate whether Rozier was ever a good fit in Miami to begin with, even before the controversy, and question if the move could go down as one of the worst trades in Heat history. The discussion turns critical of Charlotte, with speculation that the Hornets may have been aware of issues before trading him to Miami. The segment wraps with Joe reflecting on a Lakers-Celtics documentary from the Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar era, leading into high praise for Pat Riley and his lasting impact on the game.

On today's episode of Mystery Crate, things go completely off the rails… We start with a very heated debate about tuna (yes… tuna), somehow transition into Masters menus, Larry Bird stories, and then—out of nowhere—Rose takes us on a LIVE tour of Guatemala City

0:00 — Intro / Io Sky & WWE's censorship problem1:55 — Tiffany Stratton, Maxine, and chasing the Mandy Rose dragon4:59 — WWE's Puritan censorship on Netflix & the self-inflicted PG problem11:02 — CM Punk's Raw promo: breaking down what worked and why Roman can't respond15:27 — The Pat McAfee SmackDown segment: death rattle wrestling16:55 — Roman Reigns' limitations: prepped but can't improv20:46 — What Roman SHOULD say to get real heat on Punk29:14 — Cody Rhodes crowd backlash & the Randy Orton/Pat McAfee pairing problem37:17 — Why Cody needs to turn heel & the Stephanie McMahon missed opportunity44:29 — Gunther being criminally misused — the Larry Bird analogy51:28 — TKO inserting themselves into creative? Celebrity overload in WWE55:41 — The celebrity problem: Logan Paul, IShowSpeed, Tom Brady & more1:05:52 — AJ Lee's return: is this the right version of her character?1:09:00 — Kairi Sane & Asuka/Damage CTRL situation1:15:24 — Oba Femi vs. Brock Lesnar: WrestleMania's real main event?1:18:20 — The Goldberg/Brock problem — will they screw up Oba's moment?1:25:47 — Gunther interference theory: Brock puts over two guys on the way out?1:28:35 — How does Seth Rollins ruin the Brock/Oba match?1:32:20 — Pat McAfee's SmackDown ratings bomb & the Ari Emanuel/Stallone comparison1:35:47 — Wrap-up / Alberto Del Rio arrested againBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Larry Bird – one of the greatest players in the history of the NBA – once gave up his college basketball career to return to his hometown, French Lick, Indiana. But soon after, an assistant coach went searching for Bird and brought him back to Indiana State. Bird's return to basketball and subsequent rise is the subject of a new book by Keith O'Brien, Heartland: A Forgotten Place, An Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird. In today's episode, O'Brien talks with NPR's Scott Simon about Bird's origin story, his distaste for reporters, and how a matchup vs. Magic Johnson changed basketball.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookofthedaySee pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

A memoir of basketball, dedication, and longevity from Boston Celtics legend Robert Parish Growing up in the heart of Louisiana, Robert Parish and his three younger siblings played baseball, football, and tennis―but never basketball. Still, by seventh grade, Parish stood 6'6" and couldn't escape the attention of Coleman Kidd, the junior high basketball coach who saw potential before Parish could see it in himself. And though he was the worst player on the team that first season―handed the last jersey left, No. 00―it would become the number that now hangs in the Boston Garden rafters. In The Chief: The Story of the Boston Celtics' Most Enigmatic Icon (Triumph, 2026), the famously reserved Parish opens up for the first time about the full scope of his life―from attending a predominantly white high school during the uneasy years of integration to becoming the anchor of one of the greatest teams in NBA history. With honesty, humility, and plenty of dry humor, Parish reflects on his start with the Golden State Warriors and his trade to Boston, the years alongside Larry Bird and Kevin McHale, the Celtics' epic rivalries of the 1980s, and the later years with the Charlotte Hornets and Chicago Bulls, finally walking away from the game on his own terms. Insightful, introspective, and powerful, The Chief is a rare look into the life of an NBA giant who always let his game do the talking―until now. 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, is now available. 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

NBA Hall of Famer Robert Parish joined Max on the latest episode of The Cedric Maxwell Podcast. Cornbread and The Chief discuss the greatness of Larry Bird, the state of the NBA and more in this clip. For more checkout the FULL Episode on the channel! The Cedric Maxwell Podcast on CLNS is Powered by: 

On this episode of Combo's Court, Combo is joined by former NBA All-Star Dana Barros to break down the biggest NBA conversations right now. The conversation opens with Jaylen Brown's dominant season and whether he's the best Boston Celtic since Larry Bird, before diving into the “best player in the NBA” discussion featuring Luka Dončić, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Victor Wembanyama. They also discuss Wemby's rise, the MVP race, Kevin Durant's impact on winning, and whether anyone can realistically break Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point record. Plus, Lakers playoff outlook, NBA expansion, and why opportunity matters more than ever in today's league. Subscribe to Combo TV on YouTube and follow @OneTwoCombo on Instagram and TikTok for more NBA content, debates, and exclusive clips.

Notes and Links to Keith O'Brien's Work     Keith O'Brien has written five books, won the PEN America award for best biography, and has contributed to multiple publications over the years.    Keith's work has appeared in the New York Times Magazine, the Atlantic, Rolling Stone, the Wall Street Journal, and on National Public Radio. His radio stories have aired on All Things Considered, Morning Edition, and Weekend Edition, as well as Marketplace and This American Life. His latest gem is Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird.   Buy Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird    Keith O'Brien's Website   Review for Heartland from The Wall Street Journal   At about 1:50, Pete shouts out his brother as a huge Larry Bird fan At about 2:30, Keith talks about his book tour for the launch of Heartland and gives a summary of the book at about 4:40, Keith responds to Pete asking about the time period covered in the book and how he figured out his angle for the book at about 7:55, Keith talks about his attempts to talk to Larry Bird for the book at about 10:00, Pete sets the record straight grammatically, and Keith expands on Indiana State University President Dick Landini's persona  at about 11:20, The two discuss the book's opening sequence, and Keith explains why he started the book where he did, with an Indiana State NIT loss and Larry Bird fracas  at about 16:25, Keith talks about Larry Bird's treatment as "The Great White Hope" and the ways in which he was talked about and treated in the late 1970s at about 19:00, Larry Bird's childhood is discussed, including his father's military background, and Larry talks about his research and work to make Joey Bird "three-dimensional"  at about 22:40, Keith gives background on the poverty and hardship in Larry Bird's upbringing at about 23:40, Dave Bliss, Bobby Knight, and Larry Bird's college recruitment are discussed at about 24:20, Keith recounts an amazing story involving Denny Crum and Larry Bird's recruitment  at about 26:45, Larry's short time at Indiana University and Northwood Institute are highlighted at about 29:40, The two discuss important recruits for Indiana State to team up with Larry Bird, including Harry Morgan and his upbringing in a racist town/society at about 33:00, Larry responds to Pete's asking about the college basketball Magic Johnson/Larry Bird dynamic, and the racial dynamics and popularity of the NBA in the late 1970s at about 36:30, Keith gives background on the Celtics drafting Larry Bird after his junior year of college at about 37:10, Pete discusses the "glue guys" that Coach Hodges brought in to ISU for Larry's third year and the novelty of nationally-televised games  at about 39:00, Keith reflects on the fact that while Magic Johnson is crucial to the book's events, he was at the time of the book's action, largely unknown to Larry, and vice versa at about 41:30, Keith responds to Pete's referring to the book's last section, a sort of "Where are they now?" by calling it his favorite section and how the players and connections to ISU were irrevocably-changed    You can now subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and leave me a five-star review. You can also ask for the podcast by name using Alexa, and find the pod on Stitcher, Spotify, and on Amazon Music. Follow Pete on IG, where he is @chillsatwillpodcast, or on Twitter, where he is @chillsatwillpo1. You can watch other episodes on YouTube-watch and subscribe to The Chills at Will Podcast Channel. Please subscribe to both the YouTube Channel and the podcast while you're checking out this episode.       Pete is very excited to have one or two podcast episodes per month featured on the website of Chicago Review of Books. The audio will be posted, along with a written interview culled from the audio. His conversation with Jeff Pearlman, a recent guest, is up now at Chicago Review.     Sign up now for The Chills at Will Podcast Patreon: it can be found at patreon.com/chillsatwillpodcastpeterriehl      Check out the page that describes the benefits of a Patreon membership, including cool swag and bonus episodes. Thanks in advance for supporting Pete's one-man show, DIY podcast and extensive reading, research, editing, and promoting to keep this independent podcast pumping out high-quality content!    This month's Patreon bonus episode features an exploration of formative and transformative writing for children, as Pete surveys wonderful writers on their own influences.    Pete has added a $1 a month tier for “Well-Wishers” and Cheerleaders of the Show.     This is a passion project, a DIY operation, and Pete would love for your help in promoting what he's convinced is a unique and spirited look at an often-ignored art form.    The intro song for The Chills at Will Podcast is “Wind Down” (Instrumental Version), and the other song played on this episode was “Hoops” (Instrumental)” by Matt Weidauer, and both songs are used through ArchesAudio.com.     Please tune in for Episode 334 with Lisa Lee. She is the recipient of the Marianne Russo Emerging Writer Award from the Key West Literary Seminar, an Emerging Writer Fellowship from the Center for Fiction, and a Pushcart Prize. Her work has appeared in Ploughshares, VIDA: Women in Literary Arts, North American Review, Sycamore Review, and elsewhere. Her essay on racial invisibility and erasure in the writing workshop was featured on Bitch Media's feminism & pop culture podcast Popaganda, on the episode “Writing About Race.”     The episode airs on March 31, Pub Day for her novel American Han.    Please go to ceasefiretoday.org, and/or https://act.uscpr.org/a/letaidin to call your congresspeople and demand an end to the forced famine and destruction of Gaza and the Gazan people.    You can also donate at chuffed.org, World Central Kitchen, and so many more, and/or you can contact writer friend Ursula Villarreal-Moura directly or through Pete, as she has direct links with friends in Gaza.

Notes and Links to Jordy Rosenberg's Work   Jordy Rosenberg is the author of the novel Confessions of the Fox, a New York Times Editors Choice selection, shortlisted for the Center for Fiction First Novel Prize, a Lambda Literary Award, a Publishing Triangle Award, the UK Historical Writers Association Debut Crown Award, longlisted for The Dublin Literary Award, and named one of the best books of the year by The New Yorker, Kirkus Reviews and others. Jordy's work has been supported by MacDowell, The Lannan Foundation, The Banff Centre, and The Ahmanson-Getty Foundation. He is a professor in the Department of English and Associated MFA Faculty in the Program for Poets and Writers at UMass-Amherst. His latest work is Night Night Fawn, published in early 2026. Buy Night Night Fawn   Jordy Rosenberg's Website   Review for Night Night Fawn from The New York Times At about 0:45, Jordy responds to Pete's questions about the feedback Jordy has received since Night Night Fawn has come out At about 2:50, Jordy talks about tour events and purchase info At about 4:15, Jordy talks about his background in reading and writing, especially the influence of the Marxist tradition  At about 6:50, Jordy responds to Pete's questions about what draws him to sci-fi, and Jordy expands on his interesting view of genre as “collective” At about 9:00, Jordan cites contemporary writers whom he appreciates in his "omnivorous" writing, including Lara Sheehi At about 12:30, Jordy reflects on seeds for his novel, which started out as memoir  At about 16:10, the two discuss the narrator, Barbara, and the book's exposition, and connections to Marx At about 18:50, Jordy discusses how he wanted to explore Marxism through the voice of someone with a passing knowledge of it At about 20:45, Part II of the book, a letter from Barbara, is discussed At about 22:45, Jordy reflects on how he satirizes those so obsessed with anti-trans vitriol At about 25:00, Jordy expands on Barbara's antiquated and biased world view and victim mentality  At about 26:45, Jordy discusses a pivotal scene at a funeral and the importance of a photo At about 31:00, Jordy responds to Pete's question about meta-writing and  At about 35:00, Barbara's job and it providing “ammunition” for her homophobia is the basis of discussion  At about 36:00, Neil, a family friend, is discussed as a trope and anti-trope At about 38:00, Pete compares Neil's Marxism to “a la carte Catholicism” At about 38:50, The beginnings of discussions of Israel and 1980s viewpoints and a “public relations nightmare” and a broken friendship are highlighted At about 42:40, Jordy talks about the importance of the “carrot scene” and ideas of Jewish masculinity At about 47:15, Pete cites Deni Avdija's story and Jordy expands on ideas of BDS and narratives of “the most moral army in the world” At about 52:00, Jordy and  Pete posit some ideas about the adult daughter in the novel and talk about Jewish leadership in the BDS movement  At about 54:10, The two discuss the scene in which Barbara reunites with her old friend and how Jordy uses satire in the scene At about 57:15, Jordy reflects on real-life connections to Barbara sending her daughter to Israel for “support work” At about 59:15, Jordy cites the book as adding to conversations that come from “bedside rants”        You can now subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and leave me a five-star review. You can also ask for the podcast by name using Alexa, and find the pod on Stitcher, Spotify, and on Amazon Music. Follow Pete on IG, where he is @chillsatwillpodcast, or on Twitter, where he is @chillsatwillpo1. You can watch other episodes on YouTube-watch and subscribe to The Chills at Will Podcast Channel. Please subscribe to both the YouTube Channel and the podcast while you're checking out this episode.       Pete is very excited to have one or two podcast episodes per month featured on the website of Chicago Review of Books. The audio will be posted, along with a written interview culled from the audio. His conversation with Jeff Pearlman, a recent guest, is up now at Chicago Review.     Sign up now for The Chills at Will Podcast Patreon: it can be found at patreon.com/chillsatwillpodcastpeterriehl      Check out the page that describes the benefits of a Patreon membership, including cool swag and bonus episodes. Thanks in advance for supporting Pete's one-man show, DIY podcast and extensive reading, research, editing, and promoting to keep this independent podcast pumping out high-quality content!    This month's Patreon bonus episode features an exploration of formative and transformative writing for children, as Pete surveys wonderful writers on their own influences.    Pete has added a $1 a month tier for “Well-Wishers” and Cheerleaders of the Show.     This is a passion project, a DIY operation, and Pete would love for your help in promoting what he's convinced is a unique and spirited look at an often-ignored art form.    The intro song for The Chills at Will Podcast is “Wind Down” (Instrumental Version), and the other song played on this episode was “Hoops” (Instrumental)” by Matt Weidauer, and both songs are used through ArchesAudio.com.     Please tune in for Episode 333 with Keith O'Brien. Keith has written five books, won the PEN America award for best biography, and has contributed to multiple publications over the years.    Keith's work has appeared in the New York Times Magazine, the Atlantic, Rolling Stone, the Wall Street Journal, and on National Public Radio. His radio stories have aired on All Things Considered, Morning Edition, and Weekend Edition, as well as Marketplace and This American Life. His latest gem is Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird.    The episode airs on March 29 or thereabouts.    Please go to ceasefiretoday.org, and/or https://act.uscpr.org/a/letaidin to call your congresspeople and demand an end to the forced famine and destruction of Gaza and the Gazan people.    You can also donate at chuffed.org, World Central Kitchen, and so many more, and/or you can contact writer friend Ursula Villarreal-Moura directly or through Pete, as she has direct links with friends in Gaza.  

Robert Parish joins Stugotz and Izzy today to talk about his new memoir, The Chief: The Story of the Boston Celtics' Most Enigmatic Icon. Parish reflects on his personal growth and how it led to him wanting to open up to fans about his life. We also get his thoughts on LeBron James tying his record for the most games played in NBA history, as well as today’s NBA and load management. He shares stories from his time in the Boston Celtics locker room. And finally, who would he take with a shot for his life — Steph Curry or Larry Bird?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Those people who shaped the people are often more important than the subject, because they have insight into this young person that they were working with. It's crucial," says Keith O'Brien, bestselling author of Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird.Today we have Keith O'Brien, author of five books, including his latest book Heartland: A forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird. It's published by Atria Books.It's a lean, propulsive biography framed as an origin story of Larry Bird before he went to the NBA to later become one of the ten best players in history.Keith is the New York Times bestselling author of Outside Shot, Fly Girls, Paradise Falls, Charlie Hustle, which won the PEN America award for biography, and now Heartland. You can learn more about Keith at keithob.com and follow him on the ol' IG @obrienstory. This book has been crushing it. His events have been overflowing. In this episode we talk about: The dispiriting change we're seeing in sports journalism Finding the people who shaped the people Sitting under the prism of history Writing an origin story His favorite part of the job And how writing a book is like a miracle every time you finish Lost of great stuff to chew on …Promotional support: The 2026 Power of Narrative Conference. Use narrative20 at checkout for 20% off your tuition. Visit combeyond.bu.edu.Order The Front RunnerWelcome to Pitch ClubShow notes: brendanomeara.com

Max welcomes old friend and former teammate Robert Parish to The Cedric Maxwell Podcast. Cornbread and The Chief share old Celtics stories, their thoughts on the current NBA and more! Go get Robert Parish's book: https://www.amazon.com/Chief-Robert-Parish/dp/1637279612 00:00 Coming up on The Cedric Maxwell Podcast 1:10 Robert Parish on his book The Chief 2:20 Chief on his upbringing and strict parents 3:15 Max and Chief meet in the Hall of Fame game 4:35 How Maxwell and Parish ended up as Celtics 5:29 Parish on being coached by Bill Fitch 6:55 Parish on running and the Celtics running style of play 7:50 Parish on Chief nickname, being a fan favorite in Boston 9:00 Behind the scenes of Celtics practice 11:25 Robert on his long career, time with the Bulls 12:30 Parish tells a Michael Jordan story 14:05 PrizePicks! 15:06 Parish: Bill Walton would have been one of the best ever 17:30 Untold story: Walton was a problem for Parish 18:40 Why Parish respected Kareem Abdul-Jabaar so much 19:45 Playing in the NBA during segregation 21:51 Get Life Insurance through Ethos! 25:55 Parish on his family 27:30 Parish on Larry Bird saying "trade him" 29:30 Parish: Larry Bird is UNDERRATED 30:00 Cedric's first glimpse of Larry Bird in practice 32:30 Bam Adebayo scores 83 points 34:00 End of Robert's career 36:24 After Robert's career 38:30 Go get The Chief's book! Join this channel to get access to perks, exclusive content, rate games, moments, footage and LIVE NBA Legends Q&A and AMAs with members! Start on link below! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWJOKseXd--YsDaUsOt06gA/join CLNS Media's preferred Daily Fantasy partner is PrizePicks. Sign up at https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Get $50 instantly when you play $5! Use Code CLNS Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/ALL32. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Felger welcomes Keith O'Brien to the Off-Air Show to discuss O'Brien's new book "Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird," which details Larry Bird's backstory.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dan and Gaardsy continue some Larry Bird discussion after a great interview with Keith O'Brien. Our favorite Ball Guy Kevin Kernan joins for his reaction to the dramatic finish to the World Baseball Classic.

Dan Barreiro opens the show discussing the Smiling Assassin Mark Coyle making another move, this time replacing Bob Motzko as hockey coach in what the school is calling a "mutually parting of ways." Author Keith O'Brien joins for a great discussion on his new book about Larry Bird before he was Larry Bird.

Dan and Gaardsy continue some Larry Bird discussion after a great interview with Keith O'Brien. Our favorite Ball Guy Kevin Kernan joins for his reaction to the dramatic finish to the World Baseball Classic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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(00:00-34:29) Tough day for Jackson yesterday. It's like a Russian Nesting Doll. Early tip for the Billikens today. Early morning bracketology. Feels like Mizzou might be Dayton bound. Here come The Note. What's changed since the Olympic break? Jackson's Mizzou checklist is a little long. Ambidextrous quarterbacks. Larry Bird saved his right hand for the Lakers. Happy 28th Jackson. When is a person's "Take Prime?"(34:37-1:06:28) Papers Classics. Sharing a birthday will Bill Macy. Great voice and beard on that Common. Jim Montgomery talking about the teams resiliency and managing games better. Shertz's teasy tweet. Microwave minutes. Crisping sleeves. Sun dials. Fat Thor. Why does Doug hate Norse Mythology? Chris, Christopher, and Christian. Does a basketball coach's height matter?(1:06:38-1:25:07) Checking in with friend of the show Joey Vitale talking about these red hot Blues. Got to bed around 2AM and ready for a back-to-back. Doesn't wanna have to survive in the woods with Andy Strickland. Colton Parayko's pilot's license. The Blues brand of hockey as of late. Armstrong never trying to tank. Is there any point in the playoff pipe dream? What does the offseason hold in terms of trades and movement? Jimmy Snuggerud.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of On The Ball with Ric Bucher, Ric digs into the fallout from Bam Adebayo's shocking 83-point explosion against the Washington Wizards — and explains why the number itself is far less important than how it happened.Ric argues that the game was less a historic masterpiece than a glaring example of how stat-chasing, context-free analysis, and modern NBA narratives can distort reality. From Dennis Rodman's rebounding legacy to David Robinson's 71-point scoring-title push, James Harden's foul hunting, and LeBron James' record-padding accusations, Ric connects Bam's 83 to a much bigger conversation: Have NBA fans become too obsessed with numbers and not obsessed enough with what they're actually watching?He also breaks down why context matters more than box scores, why comparing eras has become increasingly dishonest, why Michael Jordan's fundamentals and degree of difficulty still separate him from LeBron James, and why today's NBA discourse often values viral stats over real understanding.This is a sharp, provocative episode about NBA history, media narratives, stat inflation, and the danger of trusting numbers without using your eyes. Pre-order Ric Bucher's new book on coachability: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/768618/coachable-by-ric-bucher/Timestamps 00:00 – Intro, Ric Bucher's new book, and where to find all United WeCast shows 01:56 – New Air Club sponsorship mention 02:32 – Ric reacts to feedback on guest episodes 03:23 – How absurdity creeps into sports and culture 04:07 – Why name recognition distorts politics and public perception 05:00 – Dennis Rodman, David Robinson, James Harden and the roots of stat-chasing 06:09 – LeBron James, triple-doubles, and “never cheated the game” 07:06 – Why Bam Adebayo's 83-point game crossed a new line 08:28 – Where Ric was when Bam's scoring binge caught everyone's attention 09:14 – Why Ric was at Warriors vs. Bulls and what caught his eye 09:39 – Matas Buzelis' breakout and why his 41 meant more 11:16 – Bam's scoring history and why 83 made no sense in context 12:23 – Watching the final minutes turn into chaos 14:37 – Erik Spoelstra, the Heat, and the hollow celebration 15:18 – Why Ric isn't outraged — but sees exactly what happened 16:33 – The game itself was already an abomination before the final minutes 17:23 – Why the talent gap on the floor made this possible 18:42 – How the Heat clearly decided to let Bam hunt history 20:29 – The absurd free-throw totals and why context destroys the comparison 21:41 – Ric's real takeaway: stats don't tell the story 22:30 – Why this debate actually says more about LeBron than Kobe 23:31 – Sam Smith, Steph Curry, and the “greatest shooter ever” debate 24:53 – Larry Bird, Michael Jordan, and how era changes distort comparisons 27:01 – Ric on Jordan vs. LeBron: skill, fundamentals, and degree of difficulty 29:11 – Why Bam's 83 changes nothing about Bam as a player 29:55 – What this says about the Wizards, Alex Sarr, and Brian Keefe 31:05 – Why this was the perfect storm for a statistical aberration 31:29 – The difference between an aberration and an exclamation 32:00 – Outro and teaser for a future Lu Dort / Thunder discussion #RicBucher #OnTheBall #BamAdebayo #NBA #MiamiHeat #WashingtonWizards #LeBronJames #MichaelJordan #KobeBryant #NBAHistory #NBADebate #NBAMedia #StatChasing #BasketballPodcast #UnitedWeCastSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Keith O’Brien joins Stugotz to discuss his upcoming book Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird, a deep dive into the roots, rise, and lasting legacy of Larry Bird. O’Brien shares untold stories about Bird’s upbringing in small-town Indiana and reveals how close we came to never knowing the story of Larry Bird, who could have faded into obscurity after leaving Bobby Knight’s Indiana program. Could a 1978–79 Indiana State team happen in today's college basketball, and why were the Sycamores never able to capitalize on having one of the best basketball players ever? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes it is as simple as black and white. Jason highlights that black athletes vs. white athletes has proven to be an enticing focal point for sports. See Magic Johnson vs. Larry Bird and boxing as prime examples. Jason poses the question: Would the NBA All-Star Game again become relevant if the league pitted the best black players against the best white players? Steve Kim and Jay Skapinac enter the conversation discussing the proposed NBA ASG format, what killed the Winter Olympics, and Joey Porter declaring Ben Roethlisberger a bad teammate. Shaun King joins Jason for the stretch drive, sharing his take on Porter's comment; discussing Colin Cowherd's sources saying Fernando Mendoza isn't an A-list pro QB prospect; and concluding with rumors that Deshaun Watson is a viable starting QB candidate for the Cleveland Browns in 2026. ​​Today's Sponsors: PreBorn PreBorn has helped rescue more than 400,000 babies, and every single day, they continue that work by offering mothers something powerful and life-changing: an ultrasound. Will you help us? Just dial #250 and say the keyword “BABY” or donate securely at https://Preborn.com/FEARLESS  ➢ Subscribe Jason's other channel https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony  https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG  ➢ Connect with Jason on Social Media:  https://x.com/WhitlockJason https://www.instagram.com/realjasonwhitlock/ https://www.facebook.com/jasonwhitlock ➢ Send Jason an Email FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com ➢ Support The Blaze Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices