Podcast appearances and mentions of LeBron James

Bomani Jones is joined by Vinnie Goodwill to talk through the biggest NBA storylines right now. They break down what's going wrong with Kevin Durant and the Rockets, why Luka Doncic has the Lakers rolling, and whether Los Angeles can really survive with its defensive flaws. They also get into Victor Wembanyama's absurd impact, the Western Conference playoff race, LeBron's future in Los Angeles, and what NBA expansion could mean for the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Rockets continuing to struggle in clutch time and if their issues on offense could prevent them from competing with the elite teams in the Western Conference. Plus, the Lakers have been streaking and LeBron has adapted his play to fit the team, what can this mean for playoff hopes in LA? Next, we break down how big of an issue Anthony Edwards' injury is for the Wolves before talking how dangerous Boston is becoming in the East. Finally, some future NBA stars to watch out for in March Madness.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rob & Kelvin debate if the suddenly hot Lakers are filet or bologna with LeBron James taking the role of a third option, Rashad Philips joins the show, another edition of Trash Talkin’ Tuesday, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

➢ Join the excitement of March Madness with the "Fearless Bracket Challenge"! The winner will receive $1,000! Free to join, just click the link below to join the action. ⁠https://tournament.fantasysports.yahoo.com/mens-basketball-bracket/group/86837/invitation?key=62fca04e5b14f99d⁠  Nepotism and sports have long been joined at the hip. Jason discusses Houston coach Kelvin Sampson telling the school that unless he could hire his son and daughter, he'd pass on the job. Steve Kim, Dre Baldwin, and Skap Attack share their takes on nepotism in sports; whether the Lakers are emerging as NBA title contenders; whether Steve Kerr ranks among the elite NBA coaches of all time; and Alabama hoops again mired in off-court issues. Miami basketball coach Travis Steele discusses the RedHawks earning an at-large bid and their first-round matchup against SMU. Lastly, Wisconsin-Green Bay Coach Doug Gottlieb talks about a plethora of basketball topics. ​​Today's Sponsors: Relief Factor If you're living with daily aches and pain, Relief Factor might be the real deal for you too. Try the 3-week QuickStart today! Visit ⁠https://ReliefFactor.com⁠ or call 800-4-RELIEF. ➢ Subscribe to 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

First Take begins with the box office smashing Hollywood Lakers. LeBron's newfound defensive prowess and Luka's paint dominance earned them a sixth straight win! Are they in the same tier as the Spurs and Thunder in the West? (0:00) Then, Perk is taking a stand for Darius Acuff Jr.! Would you rather have him or A.J. Dybansta for the NCAA tournament? (26:20) Next, is Jayson Tatum's return hurting Jaylen Brown's MVP case, or are Brown's tour date-esque nightly shooting numbers doing enough on their own? (40:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan and Canty discuss the Lakers' sixth straight win over the Rockets and LeBron continuing to thrive in a new role. How happy is Kevin Durant in Houston? Pat has some odd things in the trunk of his car and Justin Fields might be on the Sam Darnold path. BREAKING NEWS: Michelle has arrived after oversleeping! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Wright is back and ready to discuss the reinvigorated Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James after wins over the Houston Rockets and Denver Nuggets. Then, Nick debates the pros and cons of NBA expansion and gives his predictions for the World Baseball Classic and March Madness. Nick also recaps the biggest stories that happened while he was away including NFL free agency, the Maxx Crosby debacle, and Bam Adebayo’s 83-pt game. Later, Nick and Damonza answer your questions. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Evan and Canty discuss the Lakers' sixth straight win over the Rockets and LeBron continuing to thrive in a new role. How happy is Kevin Durant in Houston? Pat has some odd things in the trunk of his car and Justin Fields might be on the Sam Darnold path. BREAKING NEWS: Michelle has arrived after oversleeping! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hear from Kevin Durant as we discuss: was this more a Houston breakDOWN… or a LeBron & Lakers breakTHROUGH? Wemby and the Spurs hit a MAJOR milestone for the season.... what it means for the rest of the West.... Time to hit the dance floor! Seth Greenberg stops by with the NBA prospects who could turn March Madness upside down. Wemby leads the Spurs to another major milestone… but the way they got there might tell us even more about where this season is headed. The playoffs are right around the corner… and all of a sudden, Atlanta's got something going. But there's a major factor of their 10-game run streak leaving Windy still skeptical... Remember when Anthony Edwards told President Obama, "I'm the truth"? We're about to find out what happens when they actually get on the court together in the one-on-one you didn't know you needed..... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why the Los Angeles Lakers' thrilling overtime win over the Denver Nuggets on Saturday night has him believing that the Purple & Gold can make a run to the NBA Finals, how LeBron James has reinvnented himself as an overqualified role player alongside Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, why it's clear now more than ever that Charles Barkley is nothing more than a hater, whether Duke super freshman Cameron Boozer is capable of carrying the Blue Devils deep into the NCAA Tournament, and why J-Mac is a big believer is building out as many March Madness brackets as possible. #OddCouple Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Evan, Canty, & Michelle discuss Team USA beating Team Dominican Republic to advance to the WBC Championship on the back of a controversial final strike call. How difficult is Duke's path to the title in the East Region? LeBron James is playing a new role and Tua Tagovailoa might be more than just a placeholder in Atlanta. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Canty, & Michelle discuss Team USA beating Team Dominican Republic to advance to the WBC Championship on the back of a controversial final strike call. How difficult is Duke's path to the title in the East Region? LeBron James is playing a new role and Tua Tagovailoa might be more than just a placeholder in Atlanta. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another edition of Cinco de Luncho, counting down the best sports jerseys to wear to a St. Patrick's Day parade. From Jets throwbacks and Larry Bird Celtics jerseys to LeBron's “Irish” high school jersey, the list sparks plenty of laughs. Add in calls about snakes in toilets, leprechaun traps, and fantasy baseball drama, and the episode closes with the kind of unpredictable energy only live sports radio can deliver.

Good morning! Time to Get Up with a night in Miami… Team USA barely survived the Dominican power, but did a controversial call help push the U.S. through? That and much more, right here on Get Up! (0:00) Bracket Madness - which top seed has the toughest road to the Final Four, and who's poised to bust your bracket? Answers ahead. (7:35) Meanwhile - coming off of an impressive Saturday night victory over the Nuggets, and owning a 5 game win streak, is it time to consider the Lakers title contenders? (12:55) Then - the sneaky big move by the Eagles. With all eyes on A.J. Brown's future, is Philly doing enough to keep its championship edge? We've got the latest. (39:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

En este episodio, hacemos el Fastbreak reaccionando a las noticias de la posible expansión y el retiro de Dwight Howard, nos vamos a fondo con los Lakers, hablamos de las rachas del Magic y los Hawks y cerramos con fantasy. Únete a la comunidad de Whatsapp de Los NBA Freaks:https;//chat.whatsapp.com/FmSCEFkbeLyGzwnzfpSEFJRedes sociales:Facebook, X, Instagram: @losnbafreaksEmail:losnbafreaks@gmail.com

Evan, Canty, & Michelle discuss Team USA beating Team Dominican Republic to advance to the WBC Championship on the back of a controversial final strike call. How difficult is Duke's path to the title in the East Region? LeBron James is playing a new role and Tua Tagovailoa might be more than just a placeholder in Atlanta. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In their own way, Luka, Austin and LeBron found ways to beat the Nuggets. They're learning how to play together and the results back that up too. Anthony discusses their performances in that win over Denver. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Vardon of The Athletic joins Afternoon Drive on The Fan. He talks about the Cavs struggles over the last ten games, concern surrounding Jarrett Allen's knee injury, LeBron James' future with the Lakers, and more.

Topics discussed: Roman Anthony continues his World Baseball Classic dominance; is he destined for MLB super-stardom? // Has Red Sox player success in the WBC changed your mind about the potential success of the 2026 team? // Evaluating the popularity of the World Baseball Classic, and whether it's growing // NFL insider lays out the blueprint for how a possible A.J. Brown-Patriots trade could play out // Do the Patriots have to complete a trade or A.J. Brown for us to call it a "successful" offseason? // What Jaylen Brown's presence at the Southie St. Patrick's Day parade says about his relationship with Boston // Evaluating Jayson Tatum's performance through four games in return from injury // Sharing bizarre stats about LeBron James, Alex Ovechkin + Joel Embiid // "Fitzy's Five" things you need to know if you missed the 2026 Oscars // Brody Bumila's brillance, Fleet complete comeback + other weekend sports headlines (Odds and Ends) // Three Point Stance, The Drive + much more!

Rob and Kelvin tell us why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 20-point scoring streak isn’t as impressive as it sounds, and tell if the San Antonio Spurs should be viewed as legitimate championship contenders. Plus, FOX Sports Radio NBA insider Mark Medina swings by to discuss the fallout from Bam Adebayo’s 83-point night, whether we can expect LeBron James to accept a lesser role moving forward, the streaking Los Angeles Clippers, and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin debate whether Julio Rodriguez was out of bounds for saying he would rather win the World Baseball Classic than a World Series championship, tell us if we can expect that LeBron James would still be willing to sacrifice touches in the postseason, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petros and Jonas Knox. AM 570 Lakers Insider Allen Sliwa on the Lakers and the new role for LeBron down the stretch. Secret Textoso RoundupSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TJ & Plax are joined by Cuffs the Legend to talk about Bam Adebayo's 83-point game, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander passing Wilt in consecutive 20 point games, whether or not the Lakers are really better without LeBron James, and more! #fsrweekendsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We start the show off with some super cross talk with Mason, & Ireland. The crew is all in studio. We go over what we are going to do for the weekend. D'Marco is trying to figure out how he can do the dance the Nae Nae. LeBron James returned to the Lakers lineup last night and played a role that was really different than expected. Has LeBron James come to realization that he is going to have to play this specific role in order for this Lakers team to have success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Byron Scott Calls Out NBA Players Who Play for Money Instead of Love of the Game, a Former Player Blames LeBron's Miami Move for the League's Decline, Ric Bucher Reveals LeBron's Biggest Problem for the Lakers, and Dreamerspro Rants on Kawhi Fanboys and Haters Visit ⁠https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS⁠ and use code CLNS and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this weeks episode we discuss:Will LeBron defer to Luka & Reaves?The Lakers upcoming gauntlet road trip! Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcastX: @MatterOfStatsPYouTube: youtube.com/@matterofstatspodcastAudio/Video producer: instagram.com/KaliBeezy714Intro & Outro Music Produced by Double A for B.K.E. Sound effects courtesy ofPixabay / Universfield via Pixabay.com.

Geno Smith is trying to make good on his 2nd go with the Jets and fans are buying in. As always, the Jet fan wants to believe they got it right! WRONG! LeBron James just continues to be a lightning rod for stupid gimmicks. This time it's the new patch he's wearing! Plus, next Wednesday marks the Mens V-day! March Madness is here which means bracket pools are everywhere!!!! Plus, Kathryn Lewis of FOCO joins the show to talk about their hot ticket items Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge Bobbleheads. Mike Francesa worked with Chris for years, yet never gave him credit when credit was due. Plus, art is in the eyes of the beholder.

LeBron James just continues to be a lightning rod for stupid gimmicks. This time it's the new patch he's wearing! Plus, next Wednesday marks the Mens V-day!

Rob and Kelvin debate whether LeBron James’ ego will allow him to take a back seat to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves in Los Angeles, and go head-to-head in this week’s edition of Teichert’s Tower of Trivia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony recaps a fun, confident win against the Bulls that featured a whole bunch of Luka Doncic, LeBron James returning, Deandre Ayton playing well again and Austin cementing himself as option number two. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

JJ Redick called attention to the way Luka Doncic has been talked about for most of this season and, honestly, he makes a good point. Anthony builds on that point and celebrates everything Doncic did in that win. He also discusses LeBron's performance as he finds a way to fit into this new Lakers hierarchy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jason Smith and Mike Harmon debated if the Lakers are better off without LeBron James in the lineup. NFL Greatness with Jason Cole And we try to solve everyone's problems with the NCAA tournament!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sedano is back! And the guys start the show off with Berg tickling Kap's feet, seriously… The crew fills Sedano in on what he missed yesterday, including Berg and Morales appearing on Mason's “Mason+” podcast - and Mase caught some strays.  What does Sedano think about Kap's newest negative LeBron take? They argue about Kap's negative connotation that the Lakers “accomodated” LeBron - why is Kap such a LeBron hater and why is Sedano such a LeBron lover? Everyone argues about LeBron and whether the Lakers are better without him, and lines are drawn in the sand between Sedano & Producer Lindsey vs. Kap and Berg! Some quick Dodgers talk with Berg! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ruthless Aggression Era continues as Matt is joined by Tim Slomka to break down WWE Raw (11/3/03) and SmackDown (11/6/03)—two pivotal shows on the road to Survivor Series 2003. Episode #13 dives into John Cena's early face turn, a key turning point in WWE history, along with Shawn Michaels headlining the main event during one of the most memorable stretches of 2003 television. From there, the conversation veers into classic Ruthless-style randomness, including Greek mythology references, LeBron James's questionable cell phone plan, and plenty more unexpected detours. Blending thoughtful match and storyline analysis with serious fun and nostalgia, this episode captures everything fans love about revisiting the Ruthless Aggression Era. Topics include: WWE Raw & SmackDown (Nov. 2003) full breakdown John Cena's face turn and character evolution Shawn Michaels in the main event spotlight Road to Survivor Series 2003 storylines Ruthless Aggression Era humor, chaos, and nostalgia

Can the Lakers have the uncomfortable conversation with LeBron James since the duo of Luka and AR have been playing better with him out of the lineup? LAST MAN STANDING. STRAIGHT UP with Travis! Travis still has a issues with team USA manager Mark DeRosa. SHOP TALK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Lakers Announcer Disses Bam Adebayo as Luka Doncic Refuses to Stat Pad for a 50-Point Triple Double, Ric Bucher Tears Into the “Fake Longevity” of LeBron and Stat Chasers, and Byron Scott Clashes With Tracy McGrady Over Kobe Bryant's Work Ethic Visit ⁠https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS⁠ and use code CLNS and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Big XII with an absurd glass floor, thanks to the dumbest human being on earth being their commissioner. Miami (OH) poops the bed but if they don't get an at-large bid than the NCAA has forgotten what the tournament is all about! LeBron once again proving that he is the most narcissistic, self-important person on the planet! Turns out not only did the Patriots party after winning the AFC Championship but it turns out they're cheap bastards too! All that, and more, on today's episode of The Craig Carton Show!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chicago Bulls are on tap next for the Lakers as they played host to the Windy City crew at the Crypt on Thursday night. And with the defense and bench scoring (five points total) taking the night off, the Lakers turned to an offense that shifted into high gear with Luka Doncic (51 points, 10 rebounds, 9 assists), Austin Reaves (30 points), and Deandre Ayton (23 points, 10 rebounds) keeping the Bulls at bay as they pull away from the Bulls 142-130. Tune in as the guys from the LFB share thoughts on the game, get you up to speed on where the Lakers are in their battle in the Western Conference, why a returning LeBron in a supporting role like he was in tonight is a good thing, and talk about what's next for the team on Saturday. It's the Da' Lakers and Da' Bulls fighting it out on Saturday night, and we're here for it right here on the Lakers Fast Break podcast!Gerald appeared on the Stephan Piscano Podcast! Check out their conversation today at https://youtu.be/iyR-3qR3LVI?si=NxLGOhLtRFGwQq-wFollow @DripShowshop for some awesome sports or pop culture merchandise!The MVP Race is heating up, and Best League has got it covered on his site https://mvprace.top/Joe's new game Coreupt is OUT NOW on Steam. Play it today!Lakers Fast Break now has YouTube memberships! Join today at / @lakersfastbreak and for just $2.99 a month, you get access to LFB badges and emojis, channel page recognition, and more!Check out Stone Hansen on Twitter @report_court, Alfred Ezman @alfredezman, and John Costa's channels: Clutch Talk- / @clutchtalkpod and Lakers Corner- / @lakerscorner and Legend350 on his new channel / @sportslegend2018Special Deals today from our friends at #temu today at https://temu.to/m/u1samwbo8cc use code: aca785401 and you might save some $$$ at TEMU!Take a look at the line of Kinhank Mini PC's and retro game machines today at https://www.kinhank-retrogame.com?rs_ref=e8NA2Rm2 for some gaming and computing fun from Kinhank! Please Like, Share, and Subscribe to our channel and our social media @lakersfastbreak on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Twitch, on BLUESKY at @lakersfastbreak.bsky.social, e-mail us lakersfastbreak@yahoo.com or catch our audio of the Lakers Fast Break today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/lakers-fast-break⁠, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast outlet!The views and opinions expressed on the Lakers Fast Break are those of the panelists or guests themselves and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Lakers Fast Break or its owners. Any content or thoughts provided by our panelists or guests are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, anyone, or anything.Presented by our friends at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lakerholics.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lakersball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pop Culture Cosmos⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Inside Sports Fantasy Football⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lakers Corner, @DripShowshop, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SynBlades.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, I Got Next Sports Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Happy Hoarder⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Retro City Games!

Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle dive into the wildest March Madness pool in Staten Island history, a $1 MILLION cash prize for just a $10 entry! Hear the insane story of the Bahamas winner, chopped pots, and barroom legends. Plus, we break down LeBron's mysterious trading card patch, Aaron Judge's $5M autograph, and the jaw-dropping world of rare bobbleheads!

"I can see where I erred." The crew relives Greg Cote's electric local sports updates from vacation, Zaslow helps ESPN figure out the most untouchable athletes, and Luka and LeBron can't play together. But before all that, Tony has to make an apology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nate and Danny discuss why their definition of a small forward might differ from some others', and then rank all the heavy hitters at the position.  Where do big stars like LeBron, KD, Luka, Cade, Tatum, and Brown rank?  How about up-and-comers like Brandon Miller and Deni Avdija? What do we make of lower-level scorers like Brandon Ingram compared to three-and-D stalwarts like OG Anunoby?  Join Dunc'd On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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

On this episode of 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.

Legendary NBA writer Bob Ryan joins Combo to discuss Jayson Tatum's return to the court and how his comeback could reshape the Boston Celtics' championship outlook. Bob explains why even an early version of Tatum immediately elevates Boston into the Eastern Conference contender conversation. The conversation expands into some of basketball's biggest conversations. Bob shares his thoughts on Nikola Jokic's place among the greatest centers ever, why Anthony Edwards reminds him of a Michael Jordan lineage of explosive scorers, and why the GOAT discussion still comes down to two names: Michael Jordan and LeBron James. Plus: • Why the Eastern Conference is wide open • The Celtics' roster depth and playoff outlook • Luka Dončić criticism and modern NBA narratives • Why some historic prospects actually lived up to the hype Subscribe to Combo's Court on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube (Combo TV)

Jason declares that Miami's Bam Adebayo scoring 83 points against the Washington Wizards last night is nothing more than a blemish on the record book and an affront to Kobe Bryant's memorable 81-point game. Steve Kim and Jay Skapinac join the show, offering their takes on Adebayo's “big game.” Also, the crew discusses Steve Kerr calling for a 72-game NBA season; the Lakers winning again without LeBron James; and the WNBA season on the brink. Bucky Brooks joins to break down Baltimore backing out of the Maxx Crosby trade and luring Trey Hendrickson to a depleted Ravens team. Danny Kanell bats cleanup today, discussing the Ravens, Adebayo, and Tom Brady's bitterness with the New England Patriots and owner Robert Kraft. ​​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

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Rich interrupts Covino's WBC thought with a pro versus high school hypothetical & a fun suitcase full of cash hypothetical! Plus, 'IRON MIKE TRIVIA' finds a winner!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Draymond Green just made one of the boldest claims in NBA history.On this episode of the Alley Oop Basketball Show, Juju and Trysta react to Draymond saying he might be the best thing to ever happen to the Golden State Warriors franchise. Is it confidence… or a wild humble brag?Then the crew dives into Jayson Tatum's return for the Boston Celtics. With their superstar back on the court, do the Celtics have a real shot to dominate the East again? Meanwhile, the New York Knicks continue to look unsteady, raising questions about whether they're actually contenders — or just another mid-season roller coaster.Out West, the Los Angeles Lakers are trying to survive without LeBron James. Can the team hold things together while LeBron sits, or will the standings start slipping? And finally, Juju and Trysta react to a viral Machine Gun Kelly clip that has the internet completely confused. From NBA debates and bold quotes to viral internet moments, this episode covers everything happening around the league.If you love NBA drama, basketball debates, and hilarious viral moments, you're in the right place. Subscribe for more episodes of the Alley Oop Basketball Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Comapny LIVE!: Stu and the guys talk about all of the news out of the NFL today and what qualifies as breaking news on a day like today. Stugotz and company talk about the Lakers as Izzy weighs in on the question: Are the Lakers better without LeBron James? The fellas talk about the Ravens and Raiders in the wake of the Maxx Crosby deal. #StugotzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.