Podcast appearances and mentions of Lonzo Ball

ESPN dropped its NBA rankings… so Michael brought receipts.After spending hours building his own Top 100 NBA Players for the 2026–27 season, Michael puts his list against ESPN's and spends nearly an hour asking the important question:What the hell were they thinking?Who did ESPN get right? Who's ridiculously overrated? Who got disrespected? And where does Michael's completely different grading system lead him?But somehow that's only PART of this episode.

Anthony offers up what he'll be watching for when JJ Redick and Rob Pelinka take the stage Thursday afternoon. He then discusses the funny series of events that had Lonzo Ball clarifying whether or not he's retired. He wraps with a quick Q&A.

You know we're nearing the season when out of nowhere an episode has this much stuff to talk about. Anthony starts by discussing the Lakers broadcast and how different it will sound next year. He then previews JJ Redick and Rob Pelinka's joint presser and some of the questions he's hoping they'll have to answer. Lonzo Ball made some news that Anthony broke down, too, then he wraps the episode with a Q&A.

Dans le CQFR du jour, Antoine Pimmel et Théophile Haumesser s'intéressent aux discussions contractuelles entre Karl-Anthony Towns et les New York Knicks. Ils se penchent également sur les problèmes qui pourraient s'abattre sur les Milwaukee Bucks, sur la non retraite de Lonzo Ball et sur la personnalité toujours aussi attachante et complexe de Boris Diaw.Ils détaillent également les derniers résultats WNBA de la nuit.Voici tout Ce Qu'il Fallait Retenir en cette matinée du 24 septembre 2026.Boris Diaw dans le podcast de Nicolas Lang https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prJ8UVamHdk

We continue talking hoops with Brian Windhorst. We talk about how the Lakers have a decision to make about their roster, Is Lonzo Ball retiring? NBA Europe and Windy wants to talk about the Lakers finances that got published. How much are the Lakers really worth? Plus, Kappy's dealer choice - he tells us how he stuck his foot in his mouth at a party that he attended. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to Betty Jean taking issue with Browns excluding OJ Simpson, Jeffery Simmons on Jalen Hurts, Cam Skattebo on facing Aaron Donald, Browns eyeing Arch Manning and more! Download PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NIGHTCAP 0:00 - Another interesting exchange between Cam Ward and a Titans reporter 9:27 - Jeffery Simmons: “We Need to Make Jalen Hurts Be a Quarterback”17:12 - Cam Skattebo on Facing Aaron Donald on 3rd-and-126:34 - Browns Owner Reportedly Wants Arch Manning32:11 - Bo Nix Says Broncos Don’t Need to Hit the Panic Button37:40 - Ole Miss Bans LSU Gear From Student Section45:50 - ESPN Ranks NBA's Best Futures Over Next 3 Years54:10 - Lonzo Ball Calls Himself One of NBA’s Biggest “What Ifs”59:30 - Q & Ayyy (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Wednesday, and Happy Birthday to our guy Peeje! We kick this episode off by recapping our surprise party for Peeje, which involved a Vin Diesel look-alike, Coronas, and a melted ice cream cake from Ryan. The guys revisit the aftermath of Joey Bada$$ vs. The West Coast, before getting into the news of Jhene Aiko’s upcoming album, which features Larry June, Kendrick Lamar, and more. John Legend and Pharrell announce their collab album coming in October, Apple shares the first look at the iPhone Duo, and Gelo and Lonzo Ball are back with a new hit record. The guys wrap up with a voicemail from a listener who’s wife plans to go to therapy, and he had an affair with the therapist. Visit your nearest Boost Mobile store or https://www.boostmobile.com/promo/25-forever Go to https://baskandlatherco.com. Behind The Bars is presented by Sprite. Check out the full Sprite Living Tracklist and break down the stories behind your favorite bars at livingtracklist.genius.com. This is the Sprite Living Tracklist. Obey Your Thirst.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Los Lakers pagaron una barbaridad por Anthony Davis en 2019. Brandon Ingram, Lonzo Ball, Josh Hart, varias primeras rondas y derechos de intercambio por una superestrella que debía convertir al equipo en candidato inmediato al anillo.En este vídeo reviso con perspectiva todo lo que ocurrió después: el campeonato de 2020, la etapa de Anthony Davis junto a LeBron James, lo que terminó siendo cada una de las piezas que recibió New Orleans y el gran asterisco de una era que quizá pudo dar bastante más.Y ahora que Anthony Davis ya no está en Los Ángeles y su salida terminó conectando con la llegada de Luka Dončić, la pregunta es todavía más interesante: ¿pagaron demasiado o fue uno de esos all-in que, viendo toda la película, merecieron completamente la pena?

Did Druski go too far by poking fun at CTE?; WNBA security escorts Enes Kanter Freedom out of a game; the Cleveland Browns put their money where their mouth is by starting Deshaun Watson; Arthur Fils and Frances Tiafoe are officially black history; Coach K called out by a former Duke player in distress; Joy Taylor sets the monthly maintenance minimums for women; Kwanza Jones buys into baseball ownership; 49ers owner gets arrested as a John; LSU is the race to the bottom's ground zero thanks to Lane Kiffin, Will Wade, & Kim Mulkey; Lonzo Ball talks about parting ways with his dad and Big Baller Brand; brands like Nike and Battle are investing younger for sports; & more. We certainly won't agree so let's argue ... oops, we mean debate! #BallHogSportsTalk! #Druski #CTE #NFL #AB #AntonioBrown #BrandonAiyuk #WNBA #EnesKanter #EnesKanterFreedom #ClevelandBrown #DeshaunWatson #ShedeurSanders #QB1 #QB2 #ArthurFils #FrancesTiafoe #AllBlackFinal #Tennis #BlackHistory #CoachK #Duke #KyleSingler #JoyTaylor #MonthlyMaintenance #PaulPierce #TheTruthAfterDark #BasicPackage #KwanzaJones #MLB #SanDiegoPadres #PennState #FratBoys #DrugCartel

"You can sing 'My Way', but don't claim you didn't know it was a Sinatra song." The vibes are still weird after that awkward interview last hour with Clark Connors. Did Greg Cote think he was too good for a professional wrestler? Did he talk down to him? Did he come out of that looking bad? He tries to get back on track today by revealing Nos. 6 and 5 on his catchphrase list, and it works to perfection because these are some heavy hitters. Plus, Trysta sets up a great video of Lonzo Ball and Michael Porter Jr., and Zaslow may have snuffed Marvel out with the upcoming release of Avengers: Endgame Encore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this edition of Random Crap, Fitty provides details from his date last night, Lonzo Ball has confirmed that LaMelo has hired him a driver, & Nick Saban talks about playing bridge with his wife, and her friends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could the Chicago Bulls' next move come from another team's roster crunch?On today's Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down five buy-low trade targets that Bryson Graham should at least call about as the Bulls continue building around Josh Giddey, Matas Buzelis and Caleb Wilson.The conversation starts with Jordan Hawkins, who may be the best fit of the group. With New Orleans reportedly exploring ways to create roster and financial flexibility, Hawkins' movement shooting and connection to Graham's Pelicans background make him a fascinating Bulls target. Chicago badly needs high-volume shooting, and Hawkins could be the exact type of young reclamation swing that fits this rebuild.Haize also looks at Scoot Henderson, whose role in Portland has become more complicated after the Blazers added more backcourt talent. Is Scoot worth a true buy-low swing, or would the Bulls already having Giddey, Tre Jones, Rob Dillingham and Dailyn Swain make the fit too messy?Then the show shifts to Reed Sheppard, who might be the dream shooting fit next to Giddey, Caleb and Matas — but also the least likely to come cheap. Plus, Haize explains why Karlo Matković could be a smart developmental big if Chicago moves Jalen Smith, and why Jericho Sims only makes sense if the Bulls can replace Smith's spacing elsewhere.Plus, voicemails hit on the Lonzo Ball “what if,” Patrick Williams' trade value, why the Bulls should not rush a Jalen Smith trade, Bennedict Mathurin as a low-risk upside swing, Nic Claxton's impact and more.

Lonzo Ball and Michael Porter Jr. sparked a viral debate after discussing whether their younger selves could have dominated the WNBA while still in middle school. The NBA players shared their perspective on the differences in size, athleticism, and competition between men's and women's basketball.

In this episode, Kahlil McCuller goes over NBA 2K's announcement of Chicago Bulls legend Derrick Rose being named as the NBA 2K27's Ultra Edition cover athlete and relives Rose's glory days. During this, McCuller goes in depth on some of Rose's best seasons with Chicago and some of his intense playoff moments against LeBron James in both Cleveland and Miami. Furthermore, he discusses what Rose's career could have been without injuries and where he may finish in terms of being a potential NBA Hall of Famer. Lastly, he gives his thoughts on Matas Buzelis and Caleb Wilson playing together for the first time in open runs in Southside Chicago and what Buzelis had to say about his time being coached by Billy Donovan in Chicago. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Did the Chicago Bulls improve enough to climb the Eastern Conference—or did the rest of the East improve even faster?On this episode of Chicago Bulls Central, Haize examines Chicago's position after an offseason that added Caleb Wilson, Dailyn Swain, Norman Powell, Nic Claxton, and head coach Tiago Splitter.The Bulls are more athletic, more balanced and far more intriguing than last season's 31-51 team, but the Eastern Conference has become a battlefield. The defending champion New York Knicks remain loaded, Miami added Giannis Antetokounmpo, Philadelphia acquired Jaylen Brown, Detroit improved its shooting, Atlanta added Lu Dort and Aaron Wiggins, and Indiana expects Tyrese Haliburton back.Where does that leave Chicago: a legitimate 40-win play-in threat or another development team stuck near the bottom?Haize also reacts to Matas Buzelis' candid conversation with Lonzo Ball, including Ball's claim that Billy Donovan placed Buzelis on a leash. Buzelis discussed learning the business side of the NBA, his desire to attack the rim more, possible offseason work with Deni Avdija and his effort to speed up his decision-making with Lithuania.Plus, Caleb Wilson earned All-Summer League First Team honors after averaging 23.5 points, 7.3 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.3 steals and 2.5 blocks while shooting 41.9 percent from three. Is Rookie of the Year now a realistic expectation?

Send us Fan MailWould you flip draft picks for Bronny James if it guaranteed you also landed LeBron James? We start there and immediately run into the real questions NBA fans argue about every day: what's the actual price of a superstar, how does roster fit change everything, and is LeBron better treated like a power forward at this point in his career. We also talk about what that move could mean for Bronny's minutes, development, and whether riding with your dad feels like a dream situation or a retirement tour you'd rather skip.Then the conversation jumps from basketball into the loud world of sports media and celebrity narratives. We get into the constant churn of NBA shows, why it's easy to burn out on nonstop debate content, and how quickly platforms switch directions when a contract ends. From there, we unpack the LaVar Ball and Lonzo Ball relationship headlines and the bigger issue behind them: when a public figure shares personal details, the internet doesn't treat it like a private moment, it treats it like a storyline. We argue over what counts as cheating, whether “living your truth” helps or hurts, and how double standards shape the reaction.We close with a fast-moving culture run: Lil Wayne tour drama and what fans are owed when tickets aren't cheap, Drake streamer clips and Saucy Santana's clapbacks, and a real debate on BET Awards choices like Kendrick Lamar winning again versus artists who arguably had the bigger year. We even touch Zeus Network celebrity boxing, including Ray J vs Orlando Brown, while giving props to Clarissa Shields for building a bigger platform for women's boxing. If you like NBA rumors, hip hop news, and unfiltered sports and culture talk, tap in, then subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review. What part do you disagree with most?FOLLOW. SUBSCRIBE. SHARE. Contactmixedvibeztv@gmail.com (720) 381-1092Facebook www.facebook.com/mixedvibezYouTube https://youtube.com/@mixedvibezmediaTikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@mixedvibezmedia?_t=8aEYresFfkw&_r=1Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/mixedvibezpodcast/

Joe kicks off this 4th of July weekend show by recapping his first few days living with his girl and her kids (0:55) before Mona details her recent viral altercation (22:41) and the room reacts to the new video from Pooh Shiesty's Gucci Mane robbery (28:42). Later, India Arie expresses concern over Yung Miami's "Spend Dat" (44:04), a wild week in the NBA's offseason (1:13:13), and Lonzo Ball speaks publicly about his parents' separation (1:29:47). The crew also discusses the couple that climbed the Empire State Building (1:50:44), Coco Jones opening up about the struggles she currently faces as an artist (1:56:07), Lil Wayne skipping out on his first tour date (2:11:34), the leadup to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's Madison Square Garden wedding (2:30:09), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden 

The squad is losing it over Lonzo Ball calling out his dad, Lavar Ball, for lying to streamers about why his mom really "walked out" after 30 years!

The squad navigates an explosive Homie Helpline where a listener's girlfriend "nuked" his entire high school group chat by air-dropping a "Most Valuable Belona" award show to all the other girlfriends. Between the relationship drama, we break down Lonzo Ball exposing his dad's divorce lies and debate if LeBron James deserves a Laker statue now that he's officially leaving LA.

Ken and Anthony Lima analyze Darius Garland's recent comments on Lonzo Ball's podcast regarding his struggles with the Cavaliers and his time in Los Angeles. They also debate the feasibility of LeBron James returning to Cleveland and react to Ross Tucker's comments about the lifestyle differences between Southern California and Northeast Ohio. 01:06 - NBA Finals Tonight 02:01 - Darius Garland Cavs Comments 06:51 - LeBron And Lifestyle Debate

In Wednesday's Random Crap, Stephen A Smith will appear shirtless in General Hospital, Brazil might take soccer too seriously, Lonzo Ball had a weird take about the Cavs loss to the Knicks in the Eastern Conference Final, & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A discussion that was supposed to center around Lonzo Ball and the BBB shoes turns into a discussion about ripped jeans, kilts, sarangs and more. We did eventually end up talking about Lonzo and the BBB shoes in Its Lit, along with an update on the NBA's anti-tanking reform and the MLBPA's response to MLB's hard salary cap proposal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet. Nick Wright addresses his back-and-forth with LaVar and Lonzo Ball after calling LaMelo a "clown" on Fox Sports' 'First Things First' following the Charlotte Hornets' NBA Play-In win over the Miami Heat, and LaMelo injuring Bam Adebayo. Later, Nick discusses why Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs' game 82 loss to the Denver Nuggets' backups may have catastrophic results for San Antonio's NBA title hopes. Next, Nick and Damonza share their full predictions for the NBA Playoffs... will Jayson Tatum's return spark an NBA Finals run for the Boston Celtics? #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cavs are surging in the Eastern Conference coming out of the All-Star Break, but there's one man who thinks he's being blamed for everything. Ken and Anthony debate on Lonzo Ball and whether or not he really is the scape goat

Join Robert 'Big Shot Bob' Horry and the crew for episode 123 of the 'Shoot Around,' as they dive into some engaging NBA discussions, personal stories, and audience questions. Robert kicks off the episode by announcing a week-long break as he heads to Orlando for a family vacation at the new Epic Universe park. The show's first major topic centers around the widely rumored NBA expansion cities, Vegas and Seattle, and the crew debates other potential cities deserving of a franchise such as Louisville, St. Louis, and Kansas City. They also discuss the nostalgia and business side of bringing back the Seattle Supersonics name and branding if the team returns to the league.   Shifting gears, the conversation pivots to Denver Nuggets' star Nikola Jokic and his chase for the all-time triple-double record. The panel reflects on Jokic surpassing Oscar Robertson to secure the second position and ponders his ability to catch up to the current leader, Russell Westbrook. The focus also turns to the Chicago Bulls and their recent trades, which have left fans perplexed due to the lack of first-round draft picks received in return. The discussion delves into the value and potential of players like DeMar DeRozan, Zach LaVine, and Lonzo Ball.   Finally, the crew answers a variety of listener questions including the feasibility of G-League players returning to college ball, the challenges of adjusting to professional sports, and the weirdest movies they’ve ever seen. They share thoughts on the NCAA's stance on player eligibility, the differences between college and professional basketball environments, and their bewildering movie experiences. This episode is packed with robust debates, entertaining anecdotes, and insightful NBA analysis, making it a must-watch for basketball enthusiasts.   00:00 Introduction and Programming Note 01:20 NBA Expansion Cities Discussion 04:51 Jokic's Triple-Double Milestone 06:27 Chicago Bulls Trade Analysis 10:14 Listener Questions and Alabama Basketball Controversy 12:09 Debate on College vs. G League Development 14:28 The Impact of NIL on College Sports 17:41 Coaches' Perspectives on Returning Players 19:41 Weirdest Movies We've Ever Seen

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Rockets Analyst Clayton Anderson if it's fair to criticize Durant, what the Rockets buyout options are, if Sengun needs to skip the All-Star game & how pivotal should this offseason be for Udoka. Today's Show Presented by FanDuel! (:20) Terrible End to Clips Game (1:34) Under Radar Bad Foul Call? (3:34) Must Front Office Put Pressure on Udoka in Offseason? (6:45) Rockets/Texans Don't Get It (13:03) Durant Critiques? (18:27) Should Nuggets be favored over Spurs for West Title? (20:27) Buyouts: Should Rockets get Eric Gordon or Lonzo Ball? (22:45) Time to give JD Davison Real Contract? (23:39) Potential Buyout Options: Chris Paul, D'Angelo Russell, Cole Anthony, Russell Westbrook, Khris Middleton & Doug McDermott (25:52) Should Sengun Skip All-Star Game? (27:58) Durant interviews Hakeem: Was it Fun? Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS #alperensengun #kevindurant #rockets Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

0:52 Sixers Temp Check4:30 New Yorkers can't afford New York5:30 Washington Nattitude 5:43 Sixers weaknesses8:35 Amy is taller than Jose Alvarado14:00 Three Point contest preview17:15 McCain vs Druski19:00 Amy is two days into college20:08 Lonzo Ball?26:55 Second half preview29:00 Big picture review32:01 Amy paints the picture of the Sixers championship parade33:18 Danny bids 3 million dollars on a Wilt Chamberlin jersey?  

In the 3rd hour, Dover and Cecil continued to react to the Super Bowl. How bad was Drake Maye? The guys discussed how the Broncos could've beaten the Seahawks with Bo Nix. What's the latest with the Nuggets and Lonzo Ball? On Bo's Board, the fellas explained why it would be a good idea for the Broncos to target Kenneth Walker in free agency if he becomes available. 

On the latest Mortcast on CSG and MHS Jeff talks about the Nuggets looking at Lonzo Ball on the buyout market and how Lonzo might be super washed at this point. Then Jeff addresses the absolutely disgraceful tanking going on right now in the NBA and how REALLY to fix it. Just start coming for pick protections. Enjoy the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

JD breaks down the Warriors’ move sending Kuminga and Hield out for Porzingis, their potential buyout pickup of Lonzo Ball, and a tough loss to the Lakers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor and Jimmy Watkins break down every angle of the Cleveland Cavaliers' deadline decisions, starting with the headline move: trading Darius Garland for James Harden and dumping Lonzo Ball's salary to reset their financial flexibility. The discussion dives into whether Cleveland truly “won” the deadline, weighing an all-in push toward immediate championship contention against the long-term cost of roster and asset management. The conversation explores what it means for the Cavs to remain a second-apron team, how those restrictions shape both the present and future, and why the front office felt this was the moment to take a calculated swing. The hosts also examine the uncertainty surrounding Max Strus' injury status and how that impacts lineup construction down the stretch. Finally, the episode looks ahead, spotlighting the rapid emergence of Jaylon Tyson and why the organization now views him as a core piece alongside Evan Mobley. From cap mechanics to competitive timelines, this episode asks the big question Cavs fans are debating right now: did Cleveland outmaneuver the rest of the league — or did it sacrifice too much to do it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meredith joins Ken and Anthony and they discuss Myles Garrett's appearance on the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, the Cavs finally getting rid of Lonzo Ball, and Tony Dungy's comments about the HOF voting.

"Baskin & Phelps" discuss yesterday's trade that sent Lonzo Ball and 2 second round picks to the Jazz and wonder if they should expect more moves to come.

In Episode 7 of Allegedly Sports, M|M and Tom Schneider dive headfirst into Super Bowl week narratives, legacy debates, and how opportunity, context, and timing shape greatness in professional sports. The episode opens with a lively discussion around Tom Brady's recent comments about having “no dog in the fight” heading into the Super Bowl. As Patriots fans, M|M and Tom unpack why the comments struck a nerve, how former teammates and fans reacted, and whether all-time greats owe anything emotionally to their former franchises. The conversation expands into a broader debate about legacy, appreciation, and whether greatness is individual, organizational, or inseparable from opportunity. From there, the discussion turns into a deep, nuanced breakdown of Brady's rise — separating myth from reality. M|M and Tom explore how much of Brady's success came from personal drive versus landing in the right environment, the importance of defensive support early in his career, and how development, coaching decisions, and timing accelerated his trajectory. Comparisons to quarterbacks like Sam Darnold highlight how thin the margin can be between superstardom and being written off entirely. The episode then shifts into a full Super Bowl preview between the Patriots and Seahawks. M|M and Tom analyze betting lines, public perception, weather impact, and why playoff optics can be misleading. They break down key matchups on both sides of the ball, including how the Patriots' defense could counter Seattle's offense, turnover potential, and why Drake Maye may benefit from better conditions after a weather-heavy playoff run. Both hosts give their final predictions and explain what single moment or play could ultimately decide the game. The conversation closes with a wide-ranging look at the NBA trade deadline. M|M and Tom react to what did — and didn't — happen, including major moves involving James Harden, Kristaps Porziņģis, Lonzo Ball, and Chris Paul. They discuss roster construction, star fit, longevity, and how the modern NBA's emphasis on volume three-point shooting has reshaped all-time statistical leaderboards. The episode wraps with a lighthearted but insightful look at how eras, usage, and durability have changed the way greatness is measured. As always, Allegedly Sports blends real debate, historical context, and honest disagreement — without hot takes for the sake of noise. Topics Covered Tom Brady's Super Bowl comments and fan backlash Loyalty, legacy, and expectations for all-time greats Opportunity vs. talent in quarterback development Brady's early Patriots years and coaching decisions Sam Darnold and the importance of timing Super Bowl betting lines and public perception Patriots vs. Seahawks matchup breakdown Weather impact on playoff evaluations Drake Maye's postseason performance Turnovers, defense, and game-deciding moments NBA trade deadline winners and non-moves James Harden's fit in Cleveland Kristaps Porziņģis and roster balance Longevity vs. volume in NBA three-point history

The Celtics put forth one of their most impressive and unlikely performances of the season, going into Houston on the second night of the back-to-back, and taking it to the Rockets without Jaylen Brown, 114-93. Chud and Doug break it all down, rehash the Anfernee Simons/Nikola Vucevic swap, dig into the Anthony Davis trade, talk about Coby White to Charlotte, other deals ahead of the deadline, and much more!Follow the show on Twitter/X:@ChuddysCorner@KingChuddy@Doug_Outs@_nickpirainoSHOP OUR STORE at ChuddysCorner.com/storeLeave us a voicemail at ChuddysCorner.comLike, subscribe, and rate the podcast!00:00 Celtics' Dominant and Unlikely Performance07:50 The Rockets' Woes11:20 Ron Harper Jr. and Other Surprises17:51 Best Win of the Season?23:30 Rehashing the Simons/Vucevic Trade35:55 Anthony Davis to the Wizards43: 50 Coby White, Jared McCain, Lonzo Ball, and Chris Paul

Ben Anderson, Utah Jazz insider for KSL Sports and Jake & Ben, joins the program to talk Jaren Jackson Jr. trade for the Jazz, Lonzo Ball getting traded to the Jazz, and all the other big NBA Trades happening around the league.

Nick and Jonathan are joined by Ross Tucker courtesy of MyFrontPageStory.com. Also, they react to Shedeur Sanders' comments about his rookie year, and the Cavs reportedly trading Lonzo Ball to the Utah Jazz.

In the 2nd hour, Dover and Cecil gave their thoughts on the Avs falling to Detriot last night. Why is the power play still an issue for the Avs? The fellas reacted to a trade scenario that would send the Nuggets, Lonzo Ball. The guys looked at the depth of the Broncos and discussed if there's a certain area that they can improve in the offseason. 

The Cleveland Cavaliers just took on the Orlando Magic! Time to discuss what we saw including:Spida Mitchell's 24th game of the season with 30+ PTSLonzo Ball playing impactful basketballEvan Mobley jamming on Peanut Butter PaoloGive us a follow over on X/Twitter:Mack PerryIt's Cavalier Podcast

Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com joins Afternoon Drive on The Fan. He talks about Lonzo Ball's role on the Cavs, De'Andre Hunter struggles this season, what will happen if the team's core four fails to achieve something significant again this year, and more.

Highlights: NFL coaching searches are highly unpredictable, with success often coming from candidates with unassuming résumés rather than just impressive ones. Many elite NFL coaches, like John Harbaugh and Andy Reid, were hired from non-coordinator roles, proving that a candidate's title doesn't always predict success. The rapid rise of young coaches like Grant Udinski highlights that potential and impressing the right people can create a fast track to prominent NFL roles. The "Moneyball" principle applies to coaching hires; despite confidence in interviews, success is unpredictable as the head coach role requires intangible skills beyond X's and O's. Sean McDermott is considered a strong coaching candidate due to his proven track record of building a winning culture in Buffalo and developing QB Josh Allen. Despite regular-season success, McDermott's legacy is hampered by his inability to win a Super Bowl, consistently falling short in critical playoff moments. The discussion highlights a preference for experienced, known commodities like McDermott over high-risk, high-reward "hot" candidates to minimize the gamble of a coaching search. Jim Schwartz successfully turned around a winless Lions team but ultimately had a losing record. The Cleveland Browns' head coaching job is viewed as less attractive ("bottom tier") than others due to organizational instability and immense pressure. "Watson exhaustion"—the pressure to make the Deshaun Watson trade succeed—is fueling organizational turmoil and staff turnover within the Browns. An intriguing possibility for the Browns is hiring a veteran defensive head coach like McDermott while retaining Jim Schwartz as DC to form a powerful leadership duo. Monday's Cavs loss to OKC highlighted a philosophical flaw, exposing their offense-first "finesse" style as vulnerable against tougher, more disciplined defensive teams. The underperformance of highly-paid Cavaliers veterans like Lonzo Ball and DeAndre Hunter is a major factor in the team's current struggles. Amidst rising MLB salaries, Terry suggest the Guardians give Jose Ramirez a "good faith" bonus on his team-friendly contract to acknowledge his value. Which coaches/ managers have the biggest impact on the success of a team: Baseball, basketball or football? A listener asks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima, Baskin & Phelps, and The Afternoon Drive discuss the Cavaliers' ongoing struggle to find consistency and overcome the mental hurdles left by last year's playoff loss to the Pacers. The guys debate whether the core four can meet championship expectations, noting that the team often relies on Donovan Mitchell's "hero ball" to win while secondary players like DeAndre Hunter and Lonzo Ball underperform or struggle with injuries.

The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima, Baskin & Phelps, and The Afternoon Drive discuss the Cavaliers' ongoing struggle to find consistency and overcome the mental hurdles left by last year's playoff loss to the Pacers. The guys debate whether the core four can meet championship expectations, noting that the team often relies on Donovan Mitchell's "hero ball" to win while secondary players like DeAndre Hunter and Lonzo Ball underperform or struggle with injuries.

The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima, Baskin & Phelps, and The Afternoon Drive discuss the Cavaliers' ongoing struggle to find consistency and overcome the mental hurdles left by last year's playoff loss to the Pacers. The guys debate whether the core four can meet championship expectations, noting that the team often relies on Donovan Mitchell's "hero ball" to win while secondary players like DeAndre Hunter and Lonzo Ball underperform or struggle with injuries.

We stink.  Let's commiserate about where rock bottom is on the Fear the 'Fro podcast, with your host, Bob Schmidt.

Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine discuss gratitudes in the NBA for this Thanksgiving episode. The pair chat about LA's luck with Luka Dončić—who's on a historic tear, even in Lakerland. They break down Lonzo Ball's mini-resurgence and offer appreciation for Erik Spoelstra and Jalen Suggs for the Heat & Magic.Tom brainstorms nicknames for Derik Queen, the Raptors and Deni Avdija receive some love, and they ask the big question: can the Thunder REALLY win 77 games?(1:25) Lakers are lucky to have Luka(15:56) Cavs thankful for Lonzo Ball(19:33) Heat grateful for Erik Spoelstra(26:45) Magic thankful for Jalen Suggs(31:53) Pelicans grateful for Derik Queen(39:13) Dan thankful for the Raptors(42:46) Tom grateful for Deni Avdija(47:13) Thankful for the Thunder

Kevin O'Connor welcomes Tom Haberstroh back to the podcast to unpack the top stories in the NBA this week, starting with Ja Morant & Memphis as they speculate whether the Grizzlies should trade Ja and what they ought to get for him in return if they do. The duo breaks down Minnesota's flaws, especially their defensive collapse without Rudy Gobert and analyze whether the Timberwolves' current roster construction has hit a ceiling.KOC & Tom also talk Houston's offensive surge, Portland ending OKC's unbeaten run and Detroit's surprising two-big experiment. Later in the show, Kevin gets a surprise appearance from disgruntled Mavs fan Slightly Biased, who details his frustrations as Dallas struggles without Luka Doncic.Plus, Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell joins the show to talk about how he's improving his game, the impactful addition of Lonzo Ball to the Cavs and the latest trends in the NBA.(0:31) What should Memphis do with Ja Morant?(8:11) Can Timberwolves really contend?(15:21) Is Houston's offense for real?(21:35) Trail Blazers end OKC's winning streak(28:26) Time for Jaylen Brown to go bald?(32:55) Walker Kessler out for the season(36:09) Pistons playing with two bigs(42:50) Way-too-early MVP picks(45:26) Ayton shines in Lakers win(48:09) We need more Wemby on national TV(53:17) Slightly Biased on the Dallas Mavs(1:12:54) Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell joins

Verno and Jacoby return to discuss Russell Westbrook signing with the Kings, as well as the team extending Keegan Murray. They also discuss Jaden Ivey's disappointing injury setback, Malcolm Brogdon‘s sudden retirement, and Joe Tsai's unexpected comments about his expectations for the Nets this season. Next, the guys share their preseason takeaways before going through their most likelies before the season begins next week. (00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(00:57) Kings sign Russell Westbrook and extend Keegan Murray(07:25) Jaden Ivey and Paul George injury updates(09:56) Malcolm Brogdon suddenly retires(13:06)LeBron James out until mid-November(15:37) Did Joe Tsai admit the Nets will tank this season?(22:05) Preseason takeaway: Best rookie class in a long time(27:44) Preseason takeaway: Lonzo Ball could be exactly what the Cavs need(30:43) Preseason takeaway: Several players poised to take a big leap(36:26) Preseason takeaway: Absolutely tired of preseason basketball(39:15) Preseason takeaway: Hornets will be fun again(45:42) Preseason takeaway: Loving Season 2 of Netflix's ‘Starting 5'(50:56) Most likely: Non-playoff team you'll watch the most(51:44) Most likely: Player that'll dominate the storylines this season(58:09) Most likely: Coach to be fired first(01:00:26) Most likely: Team to miss the play-in that made the play-in last season(01:03:44) Most likely: Team to have the biggest win improvement(01:06:48) Most likely: Player to make the biggest leap(01:12:40) Most likely: TV breakout star on new broadcasts(01:15:18) Most likely: Team to be this year's Suns (team that everyone likes that'll disappoint)(01:16:22) Most likely: Player to be traded midseason and make a real difference(01:19:23) Most likely: Person who will get suspended for saying something on a podcast The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David JacobyProducer: Jessie LopezSocial: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices