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Former NFL offensive lineman Ephraim Salaam is in for Rob, and he and Kelvin tell us why they disagree with Kevin Durant when he says the narrative that The World has caught up to USA Basketball is a rejection of Black Americans. Plus, former NFL All-Pro Marcellus Wiley swings by to discuss the development of young athletes, the rebuilding Los Angeles Clippers, his optimism surrounding the Los Angeles Chargers next season, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wes and Mo Dakhil discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' win over the New York Knicks, Eastern and Western Conference playoff contenders, and whether they are buying the Detroit Pistons as a Finals threat. Then they whip around the Western Conference to discuss the Denver Nuggets' path to the Finals, the future of the Clippers and Jazz, and if Anthony Edwards can one day be the best player in the NBA. 00:00 Cavs vs Knicks & Eastern Conference Favorites 13:07 Buying/Selling the Pistons 37:21 Nuggets' best path to the Finals 44:26 Jazz's future 50:24 Clippers and Kawhi 55:20 Can Anthony Edwards be the best player in the NBA? RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com
Send a textWelcome back to the Ready Set BBQ podcast, your go-to destination for the latest and most exciting happenings around the world! In this episode we talk about NFL, Mark Cuban, Puka, Sydney Sweeney, Mr. Bean, Mia Kalifa, Royal Rumble, Laredo Cookoff, Super Bowl Eats, Titanic and Hot Wings Challenge. 0-20 mins: HeadlinesFight Night We talk about Ryan Garcia figthing some dude Mayweather vs Tyson: The fight everyone wants to see or not. Puka Still Shooting his Shot: Puka expanding his reach on social media Clippers Clipped: The hammer is going to fall on the Clippers soon for cheating the system. 20-30mins: BBQ Time Tabanero Challenge Hot Sauce Challenge: We try the Tabanero sauce challenge with some additional hot sauce while we try to answer random questions while burning up. 30-50 mins: Behind the Red Carpet Shia: Once again he goes crazy in now New Orleans as he threatens to fight people. Season 9: What we hope to bring to season 9Etsy/ShopReadySetBBQ - EtsyFacebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/readysetbbqFeedspothttps://podcast.feedspot.com/barbecue_podcasts/Etsy/ShopReadySetBBQ - EtsyFacebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/readysetbbqEtsy/Shop ReadySetBBQ - EtsyFacebook Page https://www.facebook.com/readysetbbq Feedspot https://podcast.feedspot.com/barbecue_podcasts/
In Segment 1, Grant dives into the complicated current state of the LA Clippers. Sitting at 27-30 on the season, the team is at a massive crossroads amid rumors of looming league punishments surrounding the Aspiration scandal, which could potentially void Kawhi Leonard's contract. However, there is a massive silver lining shining at the Intuit Dome: Bennedict Mathurin. Since arriving at the trade deadline, Mathurin has been an absolute revelation, including a 38-point showcase against the Nuggets. Grant breaks down why the 23-year-old's elite isolation scoring proves he can be the franchise's next foundational star. In Segment 2, we shift from the future of LA basketball to its legendary past to honor the "Godfather of Showtime." We hear directly from Pat Riley following the long-awaited unveiling of his 8-foot bronze statue outside Crypto.com Arena. Grant plays the best audio clips from the Star Plaza ceremony, reacting to Riley's moving speech about adversity, the iconic Giorgio Armani suit immortalized in bronze, and the unforgettable moments shared on stage with Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Produced by: Grant Mona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Justin is back with Rob and J. Kyle Mann, and they take a look at the MVP race because the front-runners are up against the 65-game limit. They talk about whether the game limit is here to stay, some other candidates for MVP, and more. Then they talk about some of their takeaways from the first couple of games after the All-Star break, including Bennedict Mathurin's impressive start with the Clippers and Cam Thomas and the resurgent Bucks. (00:00) Intro (2:01) The MVP race (31:02) FanDuel ad break (34:38) Cavs (45:09) Pistons (49:44) Who is the best American player in the league? (54:44) Bennedict Mathurin (1:08:04:04) Cam Thomas Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann Producers: Victoria Valencia and Isaiah Blakely Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Social: Isaiah Blakely and Keith Fujimoto The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Senior NBA Writer for The Athletic Sam Amick joined Papa & Silver for his biweekly conversation with Papa & Silver. Everything from the NBA addressing its tanking issues to the Clippers' salary cap scandal has placed a spotlight on commissioner Adam Silver, and Amick believes that actions could be taken against Steve Ballmer sooner rather than later. As Giannis Antetokounmpo continues to provide mixed messaging about his future, Amick also weighs in on why the Bucks were wise to not trade him at the deadline earlier this month and play this situation into the summer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 3: Draymond Green sets the mood by clapping back at Kendrick Perkins, who accused him of not caring enough about basketball. This fire leads the way into Walter's Whip Around, which forces the Gregs to weigh phenomenal feats at the Olympics, pressing matters for the Giants, and the needs of 49ers position groups. Sam Amick joins the show to revisit the Clippers' salary cap scandal, the complexities of solving tanking, and Giannis Antetokounmpo's affinity for food analogies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We recap the big business of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina on this edition of Sports Business Radio. From the execution of the Games by the IOC and host country Italy to NBC's comprehensive coverage to the biggest winners from these Games, we bring you all of the facts and figures. We also tell you what you should be paying attention to with the upcoming LA28 Summer Olympics. LISTEN to Sports Business Radio on Apple podcasts or Spotify podcasts. Give Sports Business Radio a 5-star rating if you enjoy our podcast. Click on the plus sign on our Apple Podcasts page and follow the Sports Business Radio podcast. WATCH SBR interviews by going to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@sportsbusinessradiopodcast. Follow Sports Business Radio on Twitter @SBRadio and on Instagram, Threads and Tik Tok @SportsBusinessRadio. This week's edition of Sports Business Radio is presented by Boingo Wireless. Teams like the LA Clippers, Atlanta Hawks, Chicago Bears and San Diego Padres trust Boingo to connect their stadiums and arenas with cutting-edge 5G and Wi-Fi.From mobile ticketing to security cameras to kiosks, connect every piece of stadium technology with Boingo's converged wireless networks. As you plan for the future of your stadium, make 5G part of your gameplan and choose Boingo Wireless as your trusted connectivity partner. Learn more by downloading Boingo's free 5G Playbook for Stadiums & Arenas. Head to boingo.com/5Gstadium to get your copy. #Olympics #MilanoCortina #IOC #NBC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are the Lakers pretenders or contenders? Arash Markazi and Grant Mona are joined by Mykell Mathieu to break down a packed week in Los Angeles sports. In Segment 1, the guys hold nothing back while dissecting the Lakers' brutal 111-89 blowout loss to the Boston Celtics at Crypto.com Arena. Despite solid scoring nights from Luka Dončić and LeBron James, the Lakers were outhustled and outplayed by Jaylen Brown and Payton Pritchard. The crew discusses the harsh criticism surrounding the team's effort and whether this roster truly has what it takes to compete for a championship this season. In Segment 2, the conversation shifts to the other side of LA. The Clippers shook up the NBA at the trade deadline, shipping out James Harden and defensive anchor Ivica Zubac to get younger with Darius Garland and Bennedict Mathurin. Arash, Grant, and Mykell debate if this was a necessary reset or a massive mistake that leaves Kawhi Leonard on an island for the rest of the season. Finally, we wrap up with the boys in blue! Baseball is officially back, and we've got all the updates from Dodgers Spring Training in Glendale—from Shohei Ohtani throwing live bullpens to the newest additions making an immediate impact. Produced by: Grant Mona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Senior NBA Writer for The Athletic Sam Amick joined Papa & Silver for his biweekly conversation with Papa & Silver. Everything from the NBA addressing its tanking issues to the Clippers' salary cap scandal has placed a spotlight on commissioner Adam Silver, and Amick believes that actions could be taken against Steve Ballmer sooner rather than later. As Giannis Antetokounmpo continues to provide mixed messaging about his future, Amick also weighs in on why the Bucks were wise to not trade him at the deadline earlier this month and play this situation into the summer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 3: Draymond Green sets the mood by clapping back at Kendrick Perkins, who accused him of not caring enough about basketball. This fire leads the way into Walter's Whip Around, which forces the Gregs to weigh phenomenal feats at the Olympics, pressing matters for the Giants, and the needs of 49ers position groups. Sam Amick joins the show to revisit the Clippers' salary cap scandal, the complexities of solving tanking, and Giannis Antetokounmpo's affinity for food analogies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Orlando Magic vs. LA Lakers NBA Pick Prediction by Tony T. Magic vs. Lakers Injuries Wagner is out for Orlando with Suggs questionable. Hayes is doubtful for LA. Recent Box Score Key Stats Magic at Lakers 10:30PM ET—Orlando improved to 30-26 following their 111-109 road victory against LA Clippers. Magic shot 48% with 35% from three. Desmond Bane led with 36 points with five rebounds. Paolo Banchero contributed 16 points and seven rebounds.
A very full 15 in 60 of well over 2 hours looks at the 15 teams in the Western Conference: HOU: Breaking down their late-game offense in a rough blown lead against New York DEN & GSW: The Warriors pull off a troubling upset over the Nuggets 10:20 OKC: Has Cason Wallace shown more on-ball juice with their injuries? 28:17 PHX: Why is their defense so much better? 35:21 POR: Shaedon Sharpe's development in his 4th year 45:29 UTA & MEM: The Jazz out-tank the Grizz while avoiding a fine. 53:05 MIN: How are and should they be using Ayo Dosunmu? 1:03:32 NOP: Is Trey Murphy III a threat as a shot-creator? 1:08:25 LAC: The early returns on Bennedict Mathurin and the chances of the Clippers re-signing him this offseason 1:19:26 LAL: Luka Doncic's odd quarter splits 1:27:50 SAS: What do we think of their new starting lineup? 1:39:09 SAC: Nique Clifford's numbers haven't been good. Is there a silver lining? 1:46:57 DAL: How can Naji Marshall's unique skills fit in on a better team? 1:55:00 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.
Lucas and Shap get together to talk about a tough 3 games in 4 nights stretch of basketball that all came down to the final shot. The Clippers, still without Darius Garland and without John Collins for half of these games, stumbled to 1-2 after an initial exhilirating game against Denver. The guys hand out medals, talk about how the Clippers are keeping close and just what they're missing not having Garland. They also talk a bit about Yanic's play in this last game against Orlando.
In this episode Isaiah is joined Najee aka No Layups to talk some basketball. First Isaiah and Najee discuss tanking wihtin in the NBA and the bad solutions that have been suggested (1:08). Next Isaiah has Najee breakdown the top prospects in this year's upcoming NBA draft (12:34). Following Isaiah and Najee discuss the Pistons and Cade Cunningham amazing season, before Najee goes rogue about Kawhi and the Clippers (39:34). Lastly the two discuss contenders in the Western Conference and recent TV shows (48:06).
United States Men's Hockey Team wins gold in overtime thriller vs. archrival Canada 2-1 as 2026 games come to a close, Magic bounce back with a road win in Los Angeles against The Clippers 111-109, Tyler Reddick wins second NASCAR Cup series race in a row in Atlanta, more in today's 'Sports Page' with Mike Bianchi
Jake Chapman recaps the Magic's win over the Clippers on 2-22-26.
On today's episode, Grant Mona breaks down key postgame reactions from Los Angeles basketball and college hoops. Segment One — Lakers After Win vs. Clippers Grant opens with the Lakers' postgame interviews following their tight victory over the Clippers, where Luka Dončić scored 38 points with 11 assists and Austin Reaves added 29 in a 125–122 city rivalry win. JJ Redick praised timely contributions from Marcus Smart and Deandre Ayton — including clutch baskets down the stretch — as the Lakers weathered a late Clippers rally. The hosts dissect the performance, how the Lakers controlled the final minutes, and what this says about their identity moving forward. Segment Two — Clippers & Bruins Reaction After Heartbreaker In the second segment, Grant recaps comments from Ty Lue, Brook Lopez, and Bennedict Mathurin after coming up short against the Lakers, focusing on defensive adjustments and leadership as they regroup. Then he pivots to college basketball with reaction to UCLA's incredible comeback vs. No. 10 Illinois, where Donovan Dent hit a game-winning layup in overtime to lift the Bruins 95–94 after trailing by 23 points — the largest comeback over a top-10 opponent in school history. Guests reflect on Mick Cronin's locker-room message and what the Bruins can build on after a historic rally. Produced by: Grant Mona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Mark Moses Show is joined Play by Play Voice Jake Chapman of The Orlando Magic Audio Network to recap the Magic's big road win against the Clippers last night and how the team will be taking on the Lakers tomorrow night in Los Angeles. Mark broadcasts from The Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine Studios. #Orlando #Magic #Basketball
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Travis Demers and Chad Doing talk about the Blazers bounce back from a terrible home loss to Denver, with a road win at Phoenix. Plus, they talk about the evolution of Donovan Clingan, Jerami Grant's importance, and how to handle Deni Avdija's back issues going forward. Also, the final 24 games of the season give the Blazers a great postseason opportunity.
Brandon Kravitz from 96.9 The Game talks sports, including Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao facing off in the ring for the first time since 2015, the Magic edging the Clippers 111-to-109 from LA, Orlando City falling to the Red Bulls 2-to-1, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Martin Weiss and Monse Bolaños open this week's edition of the show weighing in on the NBA's tanking problem... Is there really any way to fix it? Is it fair to penalize teams for it without warning? NBA insider Mark Medina joins the show to weigh in with his own thoughts and share what he's been hearing from around the Association. Then they react to Kevin Durant's alleged burner account, discussing the unique dynamic it creates before reacting to recent comments from Kawhi Leonard where he essentially said the Clippers' season is over. Later, Martin and Monse talk about Travis Kelce's looming retirement decision, reacting to Andy Reid implying the 36-year-old will likely be playing at least another year... Is that the right call? They also talk about the flack NBA draft prospect Darryn Peterson has taken for not playing at the end of games. Plus, more fun with a new edition of "The Sports Court"!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Orlando Magic vs. LA Clippers NBA Pick Prediction by Tony T. Magic vs. Clippers Injuries Wagner is out with Suggs questionable for Orlando. Collins and Garland are out for LA with Leonard questionable. Recent Box Score Key Stats Magic at Clippers 9PM ET— Orlando is back-to-back after playing at Phoenix on Saturday afternoon and losing 113-110 in double OT. LA fell to 27-29 with their 125-122 road defeat against LA Lakers. Clippers shot 55% with 38% from three. Kawhi Leonard led with 31 points with five assists. Bennedict Mathurin came off the bench with 26 points with seven rebounds. Clippers allowed 52% shooting with 55% from three.
Magic vs. Clippers NBA Betting Odds & Picks, 2/22/26 | Night Moves Show by Ramon Scott
Boston Celtics vs. LA Lakers NBA Pick Prediction by Tony T. Celtics vs. Lakers Injuries Tatum is out for Boston. LA has a clean injury report. Recent Box Score Key Stats Celtics at Lakers 6:30PM ET—Boston improved to 36-19 following their 121-110 road victory against Golden St. Celtics shot 52% with 42% from three. Payton Pritchard led with 26 points with seven rebounds off the bench. Jaylen Brown contributed 23 points with a Triple Double. Boston allowed 45% shooting with 36% from three. LA is 34-21 with their 125-122 home victory against LA Clippers. Lakers hit 52% with 55% from three. Luka scored 38 points with 11 assists. Austin Reeves supported with 29 points with six rebounds. Lakers allowed 55% shooting with 38% from three.
On a new episode of FnA, Kevin Figgers & Adam Auslund debate the NBA tanking solutions/rules that Adam Silver and the NBA league office plan to enact next season. The guys then discuss the narrative surrounding Myles Garrett’s comments about staying with the Browns or leaving the franchise for a ring + Adam and Kev dive into the various older athletes trying to force a comeback in their respective sports. FOX Sports NBA Insider & Essentially Sports Writer Mark Medina joins the show to recap Lakers and Clippers, the NBA tanking drama + new editions of Stranger Than Fiction & Brie’s Three! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Postgame reaction from Clips n Dip after the Clippers lose to the Lakers (and possibly John Collins and Kawhi)
We start the show off with some super cross talk with Mason, Ireland, Pepe, & Mychal Thompson. LIVE from Riviera for The Genesis Invitational! D'Marco & Travis and CMM with Travis Mathew. The Lakers are back tonight against the Los Angeles Clippers. We almost had a clean injury report before LeBron James was listed as questionable with left knee soreness. Former NBA player Brandon Jennings went on Gilbert Arenas podcast and said that it's time to hit the panic button for the Lakers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kawhi Leonard Leaves Clippers–Lakers Game With 3 Minutes Left, Proving Why He Should Never Be Compared to Kobe Bryant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
00:00 Cross talk.20:40 Nuggets lose to the Clippers.38:25 USA and Canada will play for gold.
The Lakers get a start to the second part of the season with a matchup against cross-town rival, the LA Clippers. The Lakers offensively came out hot in the first quarter, holding a 41-27 lead. But the Clippers in the second half went on a 17-1 run that put them ahead until a fourth quarter surge brought the Lakeshow in front. And down the stretch, despite the Clippers losing three key players and another bad LeBron James inbound pass, the Lakers did JUST enough to get by the Clippers as a Nic Batum three missed at the buzzer to give the Lakers a 125-122 victory. Tune in as the guys share thoughts on the game, Luka's (38 points, 11 assists) and Austin's (29 points) hot shooting from beyond the arc (12-19 combined overall), where they are in the standings, and what to expect on Sunday vs. the Celtics. It's the Battle for LA as it heats up again to start up the post-All-Star break part of the season, and we're bringing it all to you 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!
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Verno and Jacoby return as they discuss the Pistons' impressive win over the Knicks and Cade Cunningham's MVP-level performance at MSG. They then discuss Kevin Durant's alleged burner account, Bennedict Mathurin's explosive Clippers home debut, and Adam Silver finally addressing the ongoing tanking issues across the league. Next, the guys share three things they are looking forward to for the rest of the season.(00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(06:19) The Pistons and Cade Cunningham shine at Madison Square Garden in win against the Knicks(14:56) Rockets survive against the Hornets(19:56) Kevin Durant's alleged burner account(27:06) Bennedict Mathurin lifts the Clippers past the Nuggets(30:52) Adam Silver addresses the NBA's tanking issues(37:11) Potential new playoff teams(44:15) Cavs poised for a run in the East(49:27) Can the Spurs snag the no. 1 seed?(01:02:29) Which team can replicate the Pacers' title run last year?(01:07:36) Awards and All-NBA team turnover(01:16;45) What will happen with Darryn Peterson?Leave us a message on our Mismatch voicemail line! (323) 389-5091Hosts: Chris Vernon and David JacobyProducers: Jessie Lopez, Stefan Anderson, and Jeff ShearinSocial: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rob and Kelvin debate whether Kawhi Leonard deserves to be punished alongside Steve Ballmer after the Los Angeles Clippers allegedly circumvented the NBA salary cap to sign him in 2019, tell us why Draymond Green is the wrong person to criticize Kevin Durant over his burner accounts, and debate whether Darryn Peterson’s propensity for missing games at Kansas should be enough to cost him the top spot in the upcoming NBA Draft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rob and Kelvin debate whether Kawhi Leonard deserves to be punished alongside Steve Ballmer after the Los Angeles Clippers allegedly circumvented the NBA salary cap to sign him in 2019, share their thoughts on Cade Cunningham calling himself the best American player in the NBA, tell us why Rob owes everyone on the Odd Couple an apology, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The NBA is back, baby... We all needed a break, but 10 games on the slate last night and now we'll set break it all down now that we are into the home stretch of the season... And tonight on ESPN, fresh off his All Star MVP, Anthony Edwards in back in action. Then, the battle of LA. Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers have a chance to claw back to .500, but they'll have to contend with the Lakers... their big 3 are a go for just the 11th time all year. Since we're talking Luka and Ant: the latest MVP straw poll has been released. Who is closing the gap in the final sprint of the season. Cleveland is rolling... and it's powered by Mitchell and Harden. Why this new Big 2 might be the East's BIGGEST problem. And the latest MVP straw poll is out but the clear frontrunners might be racing the calendar more than the competition... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mason and Ireland are back together today in the studio! The Lakers are back in action tonight vs the Clippers! Mychal Thompson and Pepe Mantilla are here today as well! Mason shares his “Championship Pie” and gets a “Championship Pie” from the rest of the crew. What are Ireland's ideas to help propel the NBA forward? Ice Breakers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley kick off today’s show reveling in the US Women’s Hockey Team winning the gold medal over Canada. The guys recap the Nuggets’ close loss to the Clippers and the end of game problems that have been haunting them. They put a moratorium on their Friday McD’s and share weekend plans before they get an “Is It Just Me” about the competition in the western conference. The guys talk down a Nuggets fan who is calling out David Adelman for his coaching and they debate who the most delusional fanbase in sports is. The 6am Duo wrap up the first hour discussing the Broncos’ needs this offseason being awfully similar to their to-do list from last year.
Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth open the second hour celebrating the USA Women’s Hockey Team winning gold. They get into a heated debate about overtime hockey. Stoke tells the story of how he got hosed for trying to do the right thing. They preview the US Men’s Hockey Team’s matchup against Slovakia. They pitch the idea of selling Mike’s big forehead as ad space before they explore the ramifications of a potential Riley Moss trade. They discuss Mikaela Shiffrin’s GOAT status. The guys wrap up the second hour debating how much blame Jamal Murray deserves for missing a crucial free throw in last night’s loss to the Clippers.
Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Friday. Munaf Manji and Dave Essler head into Friday's card riding momentum after a 2 0 best bet performance, highlighted by South Florida's decisive 21 point win over Memphis and Orlando's explosive turnaround against Sacramento in which the Magic outscored the Kings 113 to 66 over the final three quarters while drilling 27 three pointers. With confidence high, attention shifts to a pair of late NBA matchups beginning with the Clippers visiting the Lakers. Despite the Lakers laying seven and a half points with Luka Doncic set to return, both hosts expressed caution about paying a perceived Lakers premium. The teams rank among the slowest paced in the league, and prior meetings have produced mixed total results. The Clippers enter on the second night of a back to back after poor three point shooting in their previous outing, a factor Essler expects to correct. Manji echoed the sentiment, noting the minimal travel and supporting the Clippers plus the points while also leaning under the total of 225 and a half given pace and recent trends. The nightcap features Denver in Portland with the total climbing above 240. Essler backed the Trail Blazers, citing Denver's road struggles in February, heavy minutes in their prior game, and Portland's continued push for playoff positioning. Manji preferred a split approach, targeting Denver early while playing the full game over based on tempo and recent back to back trends. Player props remain central to both analysts' strategy. Essler's best bet targets Deni Avdija over 34 and a half points rebounds and assists, pointing to his recent production and the likelihood of elevated scoring in a high total environment. Manji counters with Jalen Johnson over 43 and a half PRA in Atlanta's matchup with Miami, emphasizing the fast pace shared by both teams and Johnson's consistent minutes and prior success against the Heat. The discussion also continued their MLB season win total preview. Both agreed on the White Sox over 66 and a half wins, noting last year's modest negative run differential, bullpen reinforcements, and realistic path to incremental improvement in a competitive but manageable division. The Miami Marlins generated debate. Essler favored the over 72 and a half, citing strong front line pitching and promising young talent, while Manji leaned under due to divisional strength and the possibility of midseason trades should the club stumble early. As the NBA resumes full stride and baseball season approaches, the duo remains focused on disciplined value, careful market observation, and selective aggression in both sides and props. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In hour 4 of The Drive, Phil and John Davis continue their conversation on the upcoming USA vs Canada gold medal match. Which country had the more impressive win today? What are the biggest keys for the US to upset Canada? Will Sunday morning's game be an all-time moment for the sport of hockey? We pivot to the Nuggets and react to their loss last night in a close game vs the Clippers. How much is David Adelman to blame for last night's loss? How concerning were Jokic and Murray's turnovers? We breakdown what the Broncos should do with Evan Engram this offseason. Will Davis Webb be able to use Engram better in 2026? We wrap up the show with Chad Andrus joining the show to discuss the Broncos wide receiver room and if Courtland Sutton is a true number one receiver.
Cecil and Richie opened the show reacting to last night's bad Nuggets loss to the Clippers. Vegas has put the Broncos projected win total at 9.5, is this too high or too low? On Bo's Board, Cecil explained why the Broncos should go out and target WR Christian Kirk. The fellas continued to follow the Canada-Finland hockey game with Cecil explaining why he's not cheering for Canada.
2/12/26 Clippers Rockets: 0:00-36:26 Ivica Zubac Trade: 36:26-43:14 Clippers @ Bulls: 43:15-43:57 Lakers @ Clippers: 43:58-45:23 Clippers @ Jazz: 45:24-45:53 Clippers @ Nuggets: 45:54-46:16 Clippers @ Suns: 46:17-46:50 Clippers @ Kings: 50:57-54:08 Clippers @ Wolves: 54:09-57:39 Clippers @ Rockets: 57:40-
Jay Williams Checks Stephen A Smith on Live TV Over Ratings Tactics, Jalen Rose Shocks Fans With ESPN Return, NASCAR Driver Addresses Michael Jordan Footage Controversy, Ex-NBA Player Blames Jordan for Dunk Contest Decline, Kawhi and Clippers Stun Jokic 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
0:00 - The Nuggets should've beaten the Clippers last night in LA. But they played VERY sloppy down the stretch and lost the game on a missed free throw. How much should we make of this loss? Are we concerned? Or was this some rust after the All-Star break?16:51 - ALEXA, PLAY FREE BIRD BABY! USA Women's Hockey battled back from a 2-1 deficit, forced OT, then beat Canada to win the Gold. A golden goal for the gold. Take THAT ya hosers. That game was absolutely electric start to finish. Now we just need the men to follow suit.After that, Adam Silver announced some new measures the league will take to prevent teams from tanking. Are any of the ideas actually viable? 37:27 - Big picture, will the NBA ever be able to actually get rid of tanking? Or is that just part of the cost of doing business?
Did the NBA finally fix the All-Star Game — or is the format still broken?On this episode of Big Game Sports Buzz, we break down the biggest stories in sports:
In this episode of the Warner Brothas Podcast, Keenan and Kyle discuss the recent NBA All-Star Weekend, sharing their thoughts on the performances, grades for each event, and the overall excitement of the NBA season as it heads into its final stretch. They also delve into college basketball highlights, particularly focusing on standout players and games. The conversation shifts to a retrospective on Chris Paul's career, reflecting on his impact on the game and his legacy as one of the greatest point guards in NBA history. In this episode, the hosts discuss the current state of various NBA teams, categorizing them into tiers based on their performance and potential. They analyze the legacy of Chris Paul, the struggles of the Sacramento Kings, the bottom-tier teams like the Nets and Pelicans, and the gap year for the Pacers and Wizards. The conversation also covers the promising futures of the Mavericks and Jazz, the stagnant Chicago Bulls, and the potential of the Hawks and Heat as playing dynasties. Finally, they delve into the franchise players and questions surrounding the Clippers, Bucks, and Grizzlies, highlighting the complexities of team dynamics and player health.00:00 NBA All-Star Weekend Overview04:15 College Basketball Highlights08:20 All-Star Game Analysis12:48 Dunk Contest Disappointment18:14 Fixing the Dunk Contest23:44 The Spectacle of Competition25:05 Chris Paul's Legacy in the NBA31:54 The Evolution of Chris Paul's Career35:01 NBA Tier Rankings: An Overview43:17 Young Teams on the Rise46:06 Future Stars: The Rise of Cooper Flagg50:11 The Young Core: Utah Jazz's Potential52:19 Chicago Bulls: A Legacy in Decline55:17 Playing Dynasties: Atlanta Hawks and Miami Heat01:00:04 Franchise Players: Questions Surrounding Key TeamsFOLLOW THE BROTHAS ONInstagram -https://www.instagram.com/warnerbrothaspodcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarnerbrothaspodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/warnerbrothaspodcastX - https://x.com/warnerbrospodYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thewarnerbrothaspodcast
Alex is joined by theScore's Joseph Casciaro to discuss the KD Files, Chris Paul's final days with the Clippers, who the face of the league will be in five years, whether there are any useful anti-tanking rules, the worst pro sports franchises in North America, and an appreciation for traffic lights.#nba #kevindurant #chrispaulReach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
00:00 – 12:14 – Pacers lose to the Wizards last night and Jeff doesn’t know how to feel about it, the Bears potential move to Hammond, Bennedict Mathurin drops 38 in his home debut with the Clippers, Team USA beats Canada for a gold medal in women’s hockey 12:15 – 23:14 - Morning Checkdown 23:15 – 41:14 – IU/Purdue tonight, Pacers/Wizards part 2 tonight and the latest on the NBA trying to stop tanking next season, how does the league enforce anti-tanking rules if teams are ravaged by injuries?, who has the most pressure tonight between IU/Purdue 41:15 – 1:08:48 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and discusses sectional draw, Plainfield, questions for Chris Ballard at the Combine, when will the Colts get an answer on Mooney Ward’s status?, the 30-day transfer window in high school, the worst tanking he’s ever seen, Morning Checkdown 1:08:49 – 1:18:43 – Butler head coach Thad Matta joins us and celebrates getting his 500th win as a head coach, does he remember his first victory as a coach?, how he celebrated his milestone, how he processes player’s arguing for challenging a call, Finley Bizjack’s motor, what keeps him going in coaching 1:18:44 – 1:25:12 – Pacers lose to the Wizards, should the Colts be upset if the Bears move to Indiana, 1:25:13 – 1:48:36 – The Athletic’s Zak Keefer joins us live from the Olympics and discusses how he’s enjoying Italy and what events he’s covering, how spread out the events are across the country, the best stories he’s seen/covered at the Olympics, Chloe Kim, Colts over/under for next season, Morning Checkdown 1:48:37 – 2:01:35 – The Athletic’s Jon Greenberg joins us for the latest on the Chicago Bears potentially moving to Hammond, his paddle ball play-in game, how Bears ownership is feeling with the lack of love from the state of Illinois, is Illinois feeling the heat that the Bears could actually leave for NWI 2:01:36 – 2:07:30 – Jeff discusses about hiding in a men’s room as a child, women’s curling between the USA and Switzerland, losing kids, Mathurin drops 38 points last nightSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.