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Ken and Jason Lloyd continue wrestling with the Evan Mobley for Jalen Brown scenario, with Ken gradually talking himself into accepting that this may be the only realistic upgrade available, even as he worries it just creates a lineup of three guards and Jarrett Allen. Jason makes the most compelling argument of the segment: if Ken doesn't believe Mobley can lead this team to a championship, and there's no other realistic trade partner, then saying no to Brown is essentially saying no to every Mobley trade forever. The Donovan Mitchell contract situation hangs over everything, with Jason noting the window is likely two years regardless, and Ken revealing he's been hearing whispers about Miami and Donovan's affection for Bam Adebayo as a potential landing spot if Mitchell doesn't re-sign. Ken closes with the James Harden analogy that keeps nagging at him: that move sped the clock up like cutting the wrong wire on a bomb, and whatever comes next has to be the right call.

Chris Mannix joins Ken Carman and Jason Lloyd to explore the possibility of a blockbuster trade sending Jaylen Brown to Cleveland for Evan Mobley. They break down the roster fit for the Cavaliers, James Harden's future alongside Donovan Mitchell, and the likelihood of LeBron James remaining in Los Angeles. The conversation concludes with a lighthearted look at Ken's home life and a debate regarding the Browns' quarterback situation. 02:15 - Chris Mannix Interview Begins 06:24 - Jaylen Brown Trade Fit 10:34 - James Harden Cleveland Dynamic 15:51 - LeBron James Lakers Outlook 20:21 - Trade Fit Logic Debate 24:13 - Evaluating Recent Cavs Success 33:05 - Ken Carman Garbage Story 39:40 - Browns Quarterback Future Debate

Ken Carman and guest host Jason Lloyd weigh the pros and cons of trading Evan Mobley for Jaylen Brown after rumors surface from Chris Mannix. They examine how such a move would impact Donovan Mitchell's future and the team's defensive identity. The conversation also covers a humorous early morning battle with raccoons and the drafting of Malik Thomas. 02:45 - Carman and Jason Lloyd Intro 06:00 - Ken's Garbage Can Raccoon Saga 12:03 - Solutions for Raccoon Problems 17:36 - Cavs Draft Malik Thomas 21:54 - Mobley for Jaylen Brown Rumors 26:11 - Importance of Big Wings 32:42 - NBA Front Office Perspectives 37:55 - Mitchell Future and Team Fit

Chris Mannix reported that the Celtics have been calling around about Evan Mobley as a potential return piece in a Jalen Brown deal, and Ken and Jason Lloyd dig into whether Cleveland should pick up the phone. Jason makes the case that wings win championships, that Mobley has never become the player the Cavs needed him to be, and that Brown is exactly the type of two-way wing that could finally push Cleveland over the top. Ken is intrigued but hesitant, arguing that swapping Mobley for Brown leaves the starting four as Dean Wade and creates a roster of essentially three guards, which he's not convinced is enough to beat Oklahoma City or San Antonio in a seven-game series. Both agree that Donovan Mitchell's relationship with Brown is a real asset in recruiting him to Cleveland, and Ken closes by noting that both OKC and Boston coveting Mobley says something important about how good he actually is.

Nick Wilson and Chris Fedor explore the Cleveland Cavaliers' roster dilemmas, debating whether to trade Evan Mobley or Donovan Mitchell to reach championship contention. They analyze Mobley's offensive development and compare Mitchell's impact to potential trade targets like Jaylen Brown. 01:00 - LeBron And Mobley Trades 06:41 - Cavs Championship Window 12:12 - Mitchell Trade Debate

Nick Wilson and Chris Fedor analyze the Cleveland Cavaliers' draft selection of Meleek Thomas and the future of Evan Mobley. They debate Mobley's potential as an offensive force and discuss whether team construction or individual limitations are hindering his development alongside Donovan Mitchell. 02:08 - Intro With Chris Fedor 05:50 - Evan Mobley's Performance Ceiling 10:24 - Roster Construction Math Problem 14:04 - Trading Mobley Or Mitchell

Nick Wilson and Chris Fedor evaluate the long-term offensive potential of Evan Mobley and the likelihood of Cleveland Cavaliers fans turning on him if his development remains stagnant. This discussion shifts to comparing Mobley's impact to that of Donovan Mitchell and whether the organization should run back the current roster or seek upgrades to reach the conference finals. 01:00 - Evan Mobley Offensive Development 03:48 - Donovan Mitchell Impact Comparison 10:54 - Running Back Current Roster

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Per NBC Sports Boston's Chris Mannix, the Celtics' real trade target isn't Donovan Mitchell, it's Evan Mobley for Jaylen Brown, and Anthony surprises Ken by saying he'd actually pull the trigger on it. Ken pushes back hard, arguing Mobley's talent is too tantalizing to give up and that the move solves a wing problem while creating a new one on the interior, leaving Dean Wade as the team's primary frontcourt defender. They pivot into an argument over whether Jarrett Allen, not Mobley, should be the one on the trade block given how much he's outperformed his bargain contract and helped win multiple Game 7s. The segment ends in chaos when a caller named Will claims the Knicks are overrated two weeks after winning the championship, and the guys roast him for one of the worst calls they've ever taken.

Brian Geltzeiler joins to weigh in on a possible Evan Mobley for Jaylen Brown swap and says he'd make the deal as Boston but isn't convinced as Cleveland, arguing Mobley's offensive ceiling has been capped by usage rather than talent. The segment derails into a heated argument when Anthony pushes back on Geltzeiler calling James Harden's Eastern Conference Finals performance "humiliating," comparing it unfavorably to Victor Wembanyama, and Geltzeiler abruptly threatens to hang up over the disrespect before the call actually drops. After patching things up, Geltzeiler argues the Cavs have a roster structure problem, with Mobley miscast next to Jarrett Allen instead of playing center outright, and says running the same group back next year guarantees the same result. He closes things out on a lighter note, confirming AJ Dybantsa was the right pick at number one in last night's draft.

Danny Cunningham joins Ken and Anthony and shoots down trading Donovan Mitchell, arguing a top-10 player who actually wants to be in Cleveland is too rare to give up, and he's skeptical Jaylen Brown is even the right target if Evan Mobley were on the table. He flags Jarrett Allen, not Mobley or Mitchell, as the most realistic trade chip given his rising value, and warns that mid-season shakeups like trading for a new starter rarely produce a title that same year. Danny also pours cold water on a midseason fix-it strategy, pointing out the rest of the East is improving too, so simply running it back and being "better" may not be enough to get past Boston, New York, or Indiana. He closes by laying out the case for LeBron's return hinging entirely on whether LeBron prioritizes winning over comfort or money.

Chris Mannix's reporting sparks a deep dive into whether the Cleveland Cavaliers should consider trading Evan Mobley for Jaylen Brown. Nick Wilson and Daryl Ruiter debate Mobley's offensive ceiling versus the immediate scoring impact of a veteran like Brown or Donovan Mitchell. Discussion also covers the financial implications of looming supermax contracts and how those deals impact the team's championship window. 01:00 - Mobley For Brown Trade Speculation 05:31 - Supermax Contracts And Roster Math 09:15 - Analyzing Mobley's Development Curve

Nick Wilson and Daryl Ruiter's discussion centers on the Cleveland Cavaliers' roster construction, specifically the long-term value of Evan Mobley versus Donovan Mitchell. They explore the potential of trading for Jaylen Brown and whether such a high-risk move is necessary to secure an NBA championship. The conversation also touches on historical examples of teams like the Bucks and Warriors sacrificing their futures for titles. 01:01 - Mobley and Mitchell's Future 04:08 - Championship Risks and Rewards 09:31 - Trading for Jaylen Brown

Ken and Anthony dig deeper into the Jaylen Brown trade talk, weighing whether dealing Evan Mobley actually fixes the Cavs' two-big problem with Mobley and Jarrett Allen or just creates a new one on the interior. A caller pushes back with his own proposal, floating Donovan Mitchell and James Harden in a package for Brown, which Ken quickly shoots down. The conversation circles back to Darius Garland's trade value and whether the Cavs are now stuck in no man's land, good enough to be good but not good enough to win it all.

Daryl and Lima analyzes the Browns' draft prospects, specifically comparing Brendan Sorsby and Shedeur Sanders. He examines the team's quarterback room under Andrew Berry before discussing the NBA landscape after Giannis Antetokounmpo's move to the Heat. The discussion shifts to a potential blockbuster trade involving Evan Mobley and Jaylen Brown. 01:01 - Sorsby vs Shedeur Sanders 05:01 - Andrew Berry's Draft Success 06:55 - Managing the Quarterback Room 09:22 - Giannis Traded to Heat 10:42 - Mobley for Jaylen Brown

Jeff Phelps and Andy Baskin are joined by Chris Fedor of cleveland.com and the Wine and Gold Talk Podcast to break down the Cleveland Cavaliers' options with the 29th pick in the NBA Draft. They discuss the financial impact of the luxury tax apron and the potential for roster changes involving stars like Evan Mobley. The group also evaluates Mobley's development as an offensive player and reacts to news regarding Giannis Antetokounmpo. 01:00 - NBA Draft Pick 29 06:43 - Managing Second Apron 11:16 - Potential Trade Assets 13:05 - Giannis Trade Analysis 18:12 - Mobley's Offensive Ceiling

Jeff Phelps and Andy Baskin debate whether Evan Mobley has been given enough opportunity to grow into a primary offensive threat for the Cleveland Cavaliers. They analyze shot distribution between Mobley and the backcourt while questioning the team's offensive philosophy heading into the NBA Draft. 01:00 - Show Introduction 01:33 - Evan Mobley Offensive Growth 07:48 - NBA Draft Preview Tease

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Today we’re going to take you through a hotel brand that is directly linked to American personality, Paris Hilton. Yes, we’re indeed talking about global hospitality company Hilton, which boasts a portfolio of 27 world-class brands including Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Canopy by Hilton and Doubletree by Hilton. Fun fact, Paris Hilton’s great-grandfather, Conrad Hilton, or the founder of Hilton, entered into the hotel business in Cisco Texas back in 1919 when he was on the way to buy a bank but bought a local hotel called The Mobley instead. The first hotel which formally bore the Hilton name though, was opened in Dallas Texas only a couple of years later in 1925. Fast forward to today, the hotel company comprises over 9,100 properties and over 1.3 million rooms in 143 countries and territories. It also welcomed over 4 billion guests across its century of history. In April 2026, the firm reported Q1 adjusted EBITDA of US$901 million, up 13 per cent on the year. The firm also reported a 3.6 per cent growth in system-wide RevPAR or revenue per available room. But how far is this contributed by the Southeast Asia region? Looking ahead, the firm continues to face headwinds in the second half of the year amid trade volatility which could dampen global travel spend and weigh on US demand. The war in the Middle East could also result in reduced travel to the region. But to what extent will this make Asian or Southeast Asian markets more attractive for Hilton to double down on? On Under the Radar, finance presenter Chua Tian Tian posed these questions to Alexandra Murray, Vice-President and Regional Head of South East Asia, Hilton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ohio State basketball just got a major boost as 5-star guard LJ Smith reclassifies to 2026 and joins the Buckeyes earlier than expected. On this episode of The Buckeyes Daily Blitz, Jeff “Tito” Thitoff breaks down what Smith's arrival means for Jake Diebler's loaded backcourt, how he fits with Anthony Thompson, John Mobley Jr., Amari Bayham and the rest of a revamped Ohio State roster.Tito also reacts to Diebler's comments on building chemistry, getting Smith ready during the summer, Mobley's “unfinished business,” and why this season feels like a true step-forward moment for Buckeyes basketball.Can Ohio State make real noise in the Big Ten and finally push deeper into March? The talent is there — now it's time to run it up.Subscribe for daily Ohio State Buckeyes coverage, reaction, recruiting updates and no-fluff analysis on The Buckeyes Daily Blitz with Jeff “Tito” Thitoff.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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The hosts of 92.3 The Fan continue their postmortem of the 2025-26 Cavaliers, and look ahead to an intriguing offseason in which major roster decisions will have to be made. One important talking point is whether Donovan Mitchell is worthy of the type of mega-extension he will command. Can Mitchell and Evan Mobley succeed alongside each other? And if Giannis Antetokounmpo is available via trade, would you surrender Mobley to get him? All that and more!

The hosts of 92.3 The Fan continue their postmortem of the 2025-26 Cavaliers, and look ahead to an intriguing offseason in which major roster decisions will have to be made. One important talking point is whether Donovan Mitchell is worthy of the type of mega-extension he will command. Can Mitchell and Evan Mobley succeed alongside each other? And if Giannis Antetokounmpo is available via trade, would you surrender Mobley to get him? All that and more!

The hosts of 92.3 The Fan continue their postmortem of the 2025-26 Cavaliers, and look ahead to an intriguing offseason in which major roster decisions will have to be made. One important talking point is whether Donovan Mitchell is worthy of the type of mega-extension he will command. Can Mitchell and Evan Mobley succeed alongside each other? And if Giannis Antetokounmpo is available via trade, would you surrender Mobley to get him? All that and more!

First Take resumes with major star power! Who needs to have a bigger game: the River Walk monk, or the braided magician from the mean streets of Manhattan? (0:00) Then, Shump tells us if he would have struggled more guarding SGA or Brunson. (14:00) Next, KAT has completely changed his public perception throughout these playoffs. Mobley-esque defense, Jokic-esque passing, and Billups-esque leadership has elevated his career trajectory tenfold! Can he keep it up throughout the rest of the finals? (23:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on Everything Belongs we're joined by author and Enneagram teacher Hunter Mobley, to explore Type Two on the Enneagram — “the helper.” Type Twos excel at offering deep empathy, generosity, loyalty, and a strong desire to care for others. However, there's also a shadow side to this type; they may struggle with boundaries, have hidden expectations for validation, or carry resentment from giving too much to others.  Fr. Richard explains that many Twos learn early in life to earn love through caretaking. Hunter expands on how cultural expectations, gender roles, and spirituality can shape or mask each of the Enneagram types, with particular emphasis on the Two.   Tune in to discover how the Enneagram is not just about personality typing, but about transformation and solidarity. Welcome to a journey that helps reveal how everything — and everyone — belongs.  Find the transcript for this episode here. Sign Up for The Enneagram Email Series  Deepen your journey with the Enneagram. Sign up for monthly reflections, practices, and resources that connect the contemplative wisdom with your daily life: https://cac.org/belongs2026/  Take a Deeper Dive into Type Two  Twos are a part of the heart triad. They are “other-directed” people, whose well-being depends on how their environment reacts to them.   We all have this same concern, to some degree. It grows out of the mirroring we received or didn't receive as a child when we were first developing our sense of identity. “Who am I in your eyes?” is a central question for Enneagram type twos.  Read more on Type Two here. Additional Enneagram Resources   The Enneagram: An Introduction: A brief introduction to this tool and a compilation of different resources curated for those longing to better understand and have compassion for themselves and others.  Enneagram as a Tool for Your Spiritual Journey: Use the offer code POD35 to get 35% off this foundational Enneagram teaching from Fr. Richard Rohr and Episode 2 guest Russ Hudson.  The Enneagram & Grace: Richard Rohr and Russ Hudson offer a deep study of the Enneagram as a practice to nurture transformation for ourselves and compassion for the world. Use POD35 to get 35% off your order. Follow us on Instagram. How can your wounds lead to wisdom? Discover topics about what your number might be trying to teach you.  Join the conversation on Facebook. Share wisdom with others on the Enneagram journey.   Pick up a copy of Fr. Richard's book The Enneagram: A Christian Perspective.  Connect With Us  Have a question you'd like to ask about this season? Email us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcasts@cac.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Send us a voicemail: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠cac.org/voicemail⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Callers are making a compelling case that Evan Mobley has been quietly stunted his entire career in Cleveland, never getting the chance to be the man because the team has been too good and too Donovan-centric from day one. Ken and Lima dig into whether the Cavs have been confusing Mobley for years by asking him to be something he is not, and whether he would explode into a superstar the second he lands somewhere that actually builds around him. Meanwhile, a potential MLB lockout is forcing Ken to do something he never thought he would do, which is root for the billionaire owners, because a salary floor might be exactly what keeps the Guardians young core together.

Chris Fedor joins Jeff Phelps to evaluate the Cleveland Cavaliers' roster construction and the likelihood of bringing back Donovan Mitchell and James Harden. They debate whether trading Evan Mobley for a superstar like Giannis Antetokounmpo is the necessary move to secure a championship. The conversation also explores Mobley's development hurdles and potential trade scenarios. 01:35 - Mitchell And Harden Future 03:26 - Trading Mobley For Giannis 11:19 - Thunder Trade Scenarios

Who doesn't want to learn how to communicate with more confidence? Who doesn't need a refresher on good ways to be heard and have our messages understood? Julie Mobley, consultant and trainer, provides a practical refresher on communication competencies. Listen and learn...

The crew dives deep into the Cleveland Cavaliers' massive offseason dilemma, arguing whether the franchise must choose between keeping Donovan Mitchell or fully committing to Evan Mobley's development. With rumors swirling about a blockbuster trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo or a legendary final run with LeBron James, the guys break down exactly what it will take to push the Cavs back into true championship contention.

Best of Cavs on 92.3 The Fan: Does one of Spida or Mobley have to go? bonus 2968 Sat, 30 May 2026 15:00:00 +0000 mJHP2KEmX2bibNzKzv4pAjXeqYvPK3j0 sports Afternoon Drive on The Fan sports Best of Cavs on 92.3 The Fan: Does one of Spida or Mobley have to go? Afternoon Drive on The Fan is your daily soundtrack for Cleveland sports, fueled by strong takes, lively debate, and nonstop energy. Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin guide listeners through the latest news and storylines across pro and college sports, keeping a close eye on the Browns, Guardians, Cavaliers, and Buckeyes. Whether it's reacting to breaking headlines or sparking passionate discussion, Afternoon Drive brings an entertaining, fan-first approach to weekday afternoons. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports https://player.amperwavep

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima discuss the potential impact of an MLB salary floor on the Cleveland Guardians and their homegrown talent. Daryl Ruiter joins to analyze the ongoing quarterback competition between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders during Browns practices. They also debate whether Evan Mobley can elevate his game or if the Cavaliers should consider blockbuster trades for players like Giannis Antetokounmpo. 01:50 - Guardians Salary Floor Debate 05:35 - NFL Union Market Issues 10:18 - Homegrown Guardians Talent Evaluation 14:14 - Daryl Ruiter Interview Starts 18:44 - Watson vs Sanders Competition 22:15 - Miles Garrett Trade Rumors 28:22 - Cavaliers Roster Construction Discussion 35:35 - Mobley vs Giannis Debate

This discussion evaluates whether the Cleveland Cavaliers should build around Evan Mobley or Donovan Mitchell following their postseason exit. The analysis covers Koby Altman's lofty expectations for Mobley and explores potential trades for stars like Jaylen Brown or Giannis Antetokounmpo. 01:40 - Mobley Or Mitchell Dilemma 06:26 - Mobley Organizational Expectations 11:50 - Giannis Trade Potential

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima examine the roster future for the Cavaliers, debating whether the team should prioritize Donovan Mitchell or Evan Mobley. They also voice concerns over Myles Garrett missing OTAs after analyzing defensive coordinator Mike Rutenberg's recent comments. 01:50 - Mitchell vs. Mobley Debate 06:45 - Mobley Expectations Discussion 16:38 - Garrett OTA Attendance Concerns 24:02 - Gene Defends Myles Garrett 27:15 - Brendan Sorsby Draft Talk 34:11 - Guardians And Golf Update 40:55 - NBA AI Referees Analysis

Ken Carman expresses significant concern regarding defensive coordinator Mike Rutenberg's hesitant responses about his communication with Myles Garrett. The discussion analyzes whether these interactions suggest internal friction or a looming trade that would torpedo the upcoming season. The conversation also shifts to the Cavaliers' future, debating the long-term roles of Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley. 01:50 - Rutenberg Garrett Interaction 06:22 - Coaching Staff Transparency 10:06 - National Trade Rumors 16:45 - Garrett's Cleveland Legacy 21:32 - Potential Trade Consequences 26:45 - Roster Stability Concerns 35:13 - Cavaliers Roster Changes 39:25 - Mitchell vs Mobley

Ken and Lima debate the possibility of the Browns trading Myles Garrett and what that would signal for the franchise's future at quarterback. They also react to Tim Legler's suggestion that the Cavaliers should consider moving Evan Mobley in a blockbuster deal for Giannis Antetokounmpo. Finally, the duo discusses Kenny Atkinson remaining in Cleveland and the arrival of a new minority owner for the Guardians. 01:02 - Trading Myles Garrett 07:33 - Mobley For Giannis Trade 15:45 - Guardians Minority Owner News

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima react to the Cavaliers' devastating 37-point playoff loss and the future of head coach Kenny Atkinson. They engage in a heated debate regarding whether Cleveland fans are unfairly judging the current roster against the standard set by LeBron James. They also look at the Browns' offensive transition and the veteran leadership of Deshaun Watson. 01:50 - ECF Humiliation and Fan Apathy 05:20 - LeBron and Giannis Speculation 10:20 - Mobley and Atkinson Criticism 17:22 - Browns New Offensive Outlook 25:20 - Barkley Slams Cavs For Quitting 35:30 - Debate on Cleveland Fan Expectations 47:35 - Comparing Cavs to the Steelers

The Knicks are headed to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999 — and The Prophets are breaking down if this magical run is enough to finish the job against OKC or San Antonio. We dive into why New York suddenly looks built for June basketball, why Brunson has become the king of the Garden, and which Finals matchup gives them the better shot at a ring.Then we shift to Cleveland. What should the Cavs actually do after this obliteration? Harden out? Mobley? Spida? Out West, the Thunder vs Spurs series has become a war. We talk about how the media flipped on OKC after hyping them up for the last two years and who survives the war of attritionWe close with the All-NBA teams being revealed, what it means for the future of the league, and why there's no scenario where we're paying Jalen Duren big money.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/preach-kev-preach-w-rashad--2977392/support.

Jeff and Andy go over the pros and cons of the Cavaliers keeping Evan Mobley and Donovan Mitchell this off season.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima dissect the Cleveland Cavaliers' identity crisis and James Harden's struggles following a Game 2 loss to the Knicks. Daryl Ruiter joins to critique Kenny Atkinson's failure to involve Evan Mobley after a hot start and the malpractice of the second-half adjustments. They also analyze Todd Monken's comments on the Browns' quarterback battle and the ongoing discourse surrounding Miles Garrett's attendance at voluntary workouts. 01:50 - Cavs Process and Playoff Struggles 04:33 - James Harden's Lack of Impact 11:11 - Evan Mobley's Second Half Involvement 15:36 - Daryl Ruiter on Kenny Atkinson 27:22 - Browns Quarterback Competition Update 29:40 - Miles Garrett Trade Debate 38:52 - Market Watch: Playoff Tickets

Atkinson's postgame defense of Harden sparks a bigger conversation about the trade itself, with Ken making the sharpest case yet that the difference between "would not," "will not," and "may not" win a championship is the entire argument for why the deal had to be made. The backline defense breakdown gets a fair look too, with Ken pointing out that Mobley and Allen were covering for Harden all night until they stopped, which is exactly what the trade was supposed to provide. It never ends well with Harden, Ken admits, but the Eastern Conference Finals is proof that it was always going to end worse without him.

Ken Carmen and Anthony Lima preview the Eastern Conference Finals matchup between the Cleveland Cavaliers and New York Knicks. Chris Mannix joins to explain why Evan Mobley is the series' "ceiling raiser" and why Madison Square Garden could become a playground for Donovan Mitchell. They also debate Victor Wembanyama's potential to join the GOAT conversation after a dominant performance. 01:59 - Cavs Strategy for Knicks 06:11 - Chris Mannix Interview Begins 10:04 - Mobley's Impact on Series 15:22 - Bickerstaff and Brown Dynamic 19:26 - Wembanyama's Dominant Performance 22:55 - Defending Jalen Brunson 27:22 - Bickerstaff's Exit and Allen 34:45 - LeBron vs Wembanyama Debate 38:55 - Jarrett Allen Under Pressure

Ken and Lima land on Evan Mobley as the most important Cavalier in the Eastern Conference Finals, making the case that his pterodactyl wingspan and defensive instincts are the one thing the Knicks haven't seen all postseason — and that Carl Anthony Towns running point at the top of the key is going to look a lot different when Mobley is stationed right in front of him. The broader conversation touches on why Cleveland fans are still holding this team at arm's length despite being one of four teams left standing, with Ken genuinely puzzled that a likable, drama-free roster can't seem to generate the same citywide energy that the LeBron era teams did. With the Cavs as 7.5-point underdogs tonight at MSG, Ken points to the San Antonio-OKC result as proof that short turnarounds and crowd noise don't automatically determine outcomes — and that Donovan Mitchell lighting up Madison Square Garden is not some far-fetched scenario.

Ken and Lima dig into the X's and O's of the Eastern Conference Finals matchup, landing on Evan Mobley as the series-defining piece — his ability to defend Karl-Anthony Towns at the top of the key while also handling the ball in pick-and-roll situations could unlock the entire Cavs offense in ways Detroit never saw. The Harden conversation cuts both ways — he held his own defensively against Detroit's stationary wings, but the Knicks' constant cutting and movement without the ball is a different animal, and Jalen Brunson isolating on Harden could get uncomfortable fast. Ken also reflects on the broader arc of the Harden trade itself, agreeing with Howard Beck's take that the referendum on James Harden is over — he's not winning a title as the number one guy, but as the piece that gets Donovan Mitchell into better situations and opens the floor for Mobley, he's been exactly what this team needed.

Ken and Lima wake up to backlash over Kenny Atkinson's postgame story about Dan Gilbert showing up to dinner the night before Game 7 and telling him Jared Allen was the key, with fans reading it as a coach who needed his billionaire owner to tell him how to use his own roster. Ken pushes back, arguing Kenny was just trying to tell a fun story and the criticism is overblown for a team now in the Eastern Conference Finals. The bigger point is that if they had lost, these same questions about Kenny, Mobley, Mitchell's contract, and Harden's extension would have consumed the entire offseason.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima react to the Cavs' dominant Game 7 win over Detroit alongside Daryl Ruiter, breaking down how Cleveland bounced back from a brutal Game 6 collapse to completely flip the narrative. The trio debates the true MVP of the series, with Mobley's consistency and Donovan Mitchell's statement Game 7 performance sparking a bigger conversation about whether this team has finally turned the corner. With the Knicks up next, Ken, Lima, and Ruiter also dig into what this run means for expectations moving forward, while mixing in Browns quarterback questions and the looming uncertainty at the most important position in Cleveland.

92.3 The Fan presents a collection of discussions surrounding the Cleveland Cavaliers' massive Game 7 victory over the Detroit Pistons. Hear from The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima, Baskin & Phelps, and Afternoon Drive on The Fan with Nick Wilson & Jonathan Peterlin as they recap a stunning performance that completely erased the memory of Game 6. The guys break down Donovan Mitchell's takeover, celebrate finally utilizing Mobley and Allen as offensive weapons, and examine whether this team is officially playing with "house money" heading into Madison Square Garden. That and more on Best Of Cavs on 92.3 The Fan!

First Take begins with STRAIGHT ROBBERY! An all-time classic game 5 between the Cavs and Pistons marred by a late 4th quarter no-call on Ausar Thompson. Harden dropped 30, Cade fell asleep during OT, Mt. Mobley grows taller by the day! (0:00) Then, have the Lakers taken LeBron for granted? (24:10) Next, Steve Sarkisian is accusing SEC schools of not being academically inclined, especially when it comes to student athletes... Is he right? (41:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get Up begins with a Cavalanche... kind've. Harden led the way scoring 30 on not so efficient shooting. Mobley came up clutch. Cade, not so much. 3-2 heading back to Cleveland! (0:00) Meanwhile - a tight divisional round loss to the Rams sets expectations sky high for Caleb Williams and the 2026 Bears. What are reasonable expectations for Ben Johnson's bunch? (13:55) Then - Dinich and Finebaum are confused by Lane Kiffin's harsh criticism of Ole Miss. Plus, is even more CFP expansion imminent? (23:15) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices