Podcasts about nba championship

Rob and Kelvin debate whether any team besides the Oklahoma City Thunder, San Antonio Spurs or Detroit Pistons is capable of winning the NBA championship this season, tell us why they have a big problem with Los Angeles Angels owner Arte Moreno, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets. Plus, FOX Sports NFL reporter Greg Auman swings by to discuss all the biggest headlines to come out of the NFL Draft Combine so far this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Is the NBA's tanking crackdown really about the fans - or is it there a much darker reality? Mo Mooncey and 2x NBA Championship-winning coach Brendan Suhr break down all seven anti-tanking proposals discussed by Adam Silver and the 30 owners - and give every single one an honest grade.From draft lottery odds to flattening the picks, from rookie free agency to freezing odds at the trade deadline - Mo and Brendan pull apart each proposal and explain exactly why none of them will work. Plus, Mo makes his case for what really is the real driving force behind the sudden urgency to fix tanking - and why the league's bigger problems aren't getting the same attention.Then it's into the All-NBA debate. Who makes the first team? Is it SGA's MVP to lose? Is Wemby already a lock for Defensive Player of the Year for the next decade? And what's going on with the Houston Rockets? Listen or watch to find out.

CBC 2026 Winter Olympics Host Devin Heroux talks about why his current job is his dream job, covering multiple Olympic/Paralympic Games, working with and subsequently succeeding Scott Russell, covering the Raptors 2019 NBA Championship, watching and subsequently working with the late Bob Cole and Colleen Jones, his love for curling and the Saskatchewan Roughriders, and why Summer McIntosh always stops at the CBC booth BEFORE stopping at the NBC booth! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at https://www.torontolegends.ca/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Notes and Links to Luke Epplin's Work   Luke Epplin is the author of Moses and the Doctor: Two Men, One Championship, and the Birth of Modern Basketball, and Our Team: The Epic Story of Four Men and the World Series That Changed Baseball.    His writing has appeared online in The Atlantic, The New Yorker, GQ, Slate, The Washington Post, the Los Angeles Review of Books, and The Paris Review Daily. Born and raised in rural Illinois, Epplin lives outside of New York City with his wife and daughter. Buy Moses and the Doctor   Wall Street Journal Review of Moses and the Doctor   Luke Epplin's Website At about 1:15, Luke highlights Greenlight Books and Astoria Bookshop as places to find signed books, both online and off- At about 2:15, Luke shares an interesting tidbit about fellow Illinois-ian David Foster Wallace At about 4:40, Luke responds to Pete's question about seeds for Moses and the Doctor, and how his first book figured in At about 8:10, Luke and Pete discuss the book's Prologue and an important Julius Erving “speech” At about 11:15, Luke shares Dr. J's thoughts on this consequential speech and further implications for his relationship with future teammate Moses Malone  At about 12:15, Chapter One is discussed, especially Julius Erving's dazzling time at Rucker Park; Luke ruminates on Julius as “two people at once” At about 17:55, The two discuss Moses Malone as a “prodigy” and how his hometown and upbringing shaped him  At about 21:05, Moses Malone's college search and pro basketball signing are discussed  At about 24:00, Luke responds to Pete's comments and question about the ABA/NBA and generalizations about Julius Erving and other players  At about 26:50, Luke reflects on Julius Erving's free agent demands and travails  At about 28:00, the two discuss Moses Malone's “lost year” as the ABA wilts At about 29:20, Luke references Julius Erving's time in the ABA, and how people who watched him and played with him talk about how the NBA Julius Erving wasn't the same At about 30:55, Luke talks about the ways in which the super-successful Sixers were not hyped as much as teams like Magic Johnson's Lakers and Larry Bird's Celtics At about 31:55, Luke pinpoints a pivotal scene in 1982 that he marks as critical in his book's arc At about 33:15, Luke responds to Pete wondering about the criticism towards Julius Erving before he won a NBA Championship  At about 34:15, The 1977 Finals and the competing styles the two teams brought are discussed, along with the New Jersey Nets' impasse with Julius over his signing At about 37:55, Pete shouts out an incredible dunk from Julius Erving on Bill Walton At about 38:30, Luke expands upon the legendary stories told about Julius from his ABA days At about 39:50, Luke responds to Pete's questions about research processes for the book At about 41:45, Luke reflects on his interactions with and memories of Bill Walton At about 43:15, The two discuss Moses Malone's opening season and NBA Finals' Run with the Rockets At about 45:00, Pete notes a transformational experience for Julius Erving/Dr. J at the end of the 1970s and Luke talks about Julius' injury history and a turning point at age 30 At about 47:30, Luke reflects on a sense of “blessing” and introspection by Julius At about 48:10, Luke reflects on racial and racist more of the 70s and 80s in Philadelphia, including the town ethic and Frank Rizzo's oppressive governing, and how Moses Malone and Julius Erving acted in response and how they were received in Philly At about 52:20, Pete references the Fonde Rec Center and its connection to Moses Malone's “superstardom” At about 53:15, Pete and Luke reflect on key moments and key losses that led to the teaming up with Moses Malone and the winning of the 1983 NBA Championship and Julius Erving opening up emotionally At about 56:25, Pete highlights the power of Luke ending the book in 1983 At about 57:50, Luke discusses Moses Malone's post-NBA career and his choice to live in the “shadows” At about 58:40, Pete catalogs some of the post 1983 foibles and missteps of the 76ers players and brass, and Luke expands on why the buildup to the championship was so “dramatically satisfying” At about 1:00:25, Luke talks about Julius Erving's “legend” and legacy At about 1:01:30, Andrew Toney was a bucket!        You can now subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and leave me a five-star review. You can also ask for the podcast by name using Alexa, and find the pod on Stitcher, Spotify, and on Amazon Music. Follow Pete on IG, where he is @chillsatwillpodcast, or on Twitter, where he is @chillsatwillpo1. You can watch other episodes on YouTube-watch and subscribe to The Chills at Will Podcast Channel. Please subscribe to both the YouTube Channel and the podcast while you're checking out this episode.       Pete is very excited to have one or two podcast episodes per month featured on the website of Chicago Review of Books. The audio will be posted, along with a written interview culled from the audio. His conversation with Jeff Pearlman, a recent guest, is up now at Chicago Review.     Sign up now for The Chills at Will Podcast Patreon: it can be found at patreon.com/chillsatwillpodcastpeterriehl      Check out the page that describes the benefits of a Patreon membership, including cool swag and bonus episodes. 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Over a distinguished NBA and collegiate career, Shane Battier established himself as a scholar-athlete, All-American, leader, and philanthropist. Dubbed the "No-Stats All-Star" by Michael Lewis in a New York Times Sunday Magazine cover story, Shane is regarded as one of the most successful, albeit atypical, basketball players in history for using his leadership, lockdown defense, and intellect to win championships at every level. After graduating with honors from Duke University with two Final Four appearances, one national championship, two All-American awards, & Naismith and John Wooden National Player of the Year awards, the Memphis Grizzlies selected Battier in the 2001 NBA draft. Battier went on to be part of the back-to-back 2012 and 2013 NBA championship Miami Heat team and a USA Basketball Men's Senior national team member. He understands that champions are made when no one is looking and that attention to the often-unnoticed intangibles makes the difference in building a championship culture. In our conversation this week, John and Jerry unpack the highs and lows of Shane's remarkable journey, from his childhood and the role of his parents, to his high school and college days, to his introduction to the NBA, and finally his championship seasons. We also discuss his post basketball years, his struggles with the transition off the court, an dhow he has reinvented himself to become an advisor, speaker, and a better father and husband.  BOOK A SPEAKER: Interested in having John or one of our speaking team come to your school, club or coaching event? 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Click here to visit John's author page on Amazon Click here to visit Jerry's author page on Amazon Please email John@ChangingTheGameProject.com if you want discounted pricing on 10 or more books on any of our books. Thanks everyone. This week's podcast is brought to you by our friends at Sprocket Sports.  Sprocket Sports is a new software platform for youth sports clubs.  Yeah, there are a lot of these systems out there, but Sprocket provides the full enchilada. They give you all the cool front-end stuff to make your club look good– like websites and marketing tools – AND all the back-end transactions and services to run your business better so you can focus on what really matters – your players and your teams. Sprocket is built for those clubs looking to thrive, not just survive, in the competitive world of youth sports clubs.  So if you've been looking for a true business partner – not just another app – check them out today at https://sprocketsports.me/CTG. 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Robert Horry, Compass Media Network CBB analyst + 7x NBA Championship by Ed Lane

In a Heat tradeline rumor filled show we take a break at the top of the hour to take a listen to Troy Aikman's thoughts on Jeff Hafely and his hands in the Dolphins new coaching hires. Tobin takes some time to rip on Lakes fans after they come after him for posting the video of Shaq saying the ‘06 Championship was his favorite! We wrap things up with a little Mixed Bag; Shaq and Wade say ‘06 was their fav Chip!

Miami Heat TV play-by-play broadcaster Eric Reid joins the show to reminisce about the 2006 Heat title team ahead of tonight's 20 year anniversary.

In this episode of The Check In, Dwyane Wade and Bob bounce between nostalgia, parenting chaos, and life after basketball. Wade reflects on the Heat’s 2006 championship run ahead of its 20-year anniversary, remembering the comeback from 0–2, Pat Riley’s culture, and what it meant to learn how to win at the highest level. Off the court, Wade talks about being in full-time dad “Uber mode,” balancing travel with family, and the funny frustration of raising competitive kids. He shares how golf, photography, and even a quick movie cameo have filled his post-retirement life, plus a powerful reflection on a recent trip to Africa that reconnected him to his roots. The episode also mixes in NBA trade talk, Hall of Fame debates, and a hilarious dive into famous Mandela Effect misquotes, a classic blend of hoops, humor, and real life. Music Credit: Khari Mateen What We Discussed: 00:00 Introduction 01:10 Check-In With Dwade & Bob 12:33 WNBA All-Star Weekend, Extreme Weathers ,& Birthday Celebrations 16:59 Reflections On The 2006 NBA Championship 24:10 Dwyane Wade's Journey In The NBA 29:06 NBA Trade Deadline 33:09 Golf Analog For NBA Players 39:10 Dwade's Early Career & Stan Van Gundy 42:13 Sports: Athletes Expressing Frustration 45:17 The Porsche 49:13 Dwade's Cameo In "GOAT" Movie 54:02 Photography & A Trip To Africa 58:36 Mandela Effect Misquotes 01:03:24 Bill Belichick Is Not A Hall Of Famer?! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald  and Tom Orsborn discuss why the Spurs will need to get a lot more physical if they are going to contend for an NBA Championship. Also, why the Spurs will be well-represented at the All-Star weekend thanks to their Rising Stars. Suggested reading: Spurs' Dylan Harper set for Rising Stars as reputation for smart play grows Two more Spurs named Rising Stars 3 Takeaways as Spurs pratfall against Pelicans Spurs players, coach react to Minneapolis deaths, unrest Why the Spurs' Mitch Johnson could be a busy man come All-Star weekend Catch us everywhere:  More episodes: https://www.expressnews.com/interacti... Spurs Nation Newsletter: https://www.expressnews.com/newslette... Finger on BlueSky : @mikefinger.bsky.social Become a subscriber: https://exne.ws/sub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a great one for you today. We begin with a recap of the opening weekend of NFL playoffs, obviously focusing on the Pats 16-9 win over the Chargers. We also preview this coming weekend's divisional round games, with the Patriots-Texans game slated for 3pm Sunday at Gillette Stadium.In the second half, after getting caught up with the suddenly red hot Bruins and the not so hot Celtics, we finish up our re-watch of the 1984 NBA Finals, covering the second half of game 7, played on 6/12/84 at the Boston Garden.

Championship or bust?

The NBA had one of its most chaotic, headline-driven years ever in 2025.On this episode of NBA Report, we break down the Top 5 NBA news stories of 2025 — the moments that dominated league conversation, search trends, and debate across the basketball world.We dive into the blockbuster trade that sent Luka Dončić to the Los Angeles Lakers, the Oklahoma City Thunder winning the 2025 NBA Championship, and LeBron James opting into a historic 23rd NBA season.We also discuss Cooper Flagg going No. 1 overall, and what the NBA's push toward a new European league means for the future of basketball.This episode isn't just a recap — it's a debate about which story truly defined the NBA in 2025 and which ones will still matter five years from now.

Send us a textDid the Knicks just win the NBA Championship, or a regular season game that doesn't count in the standings? Plus, trying to comprehend the Rob Reiner tragedy. Allswell - Your Dream Bed Starts HereFree delivery on your first order over $35.Instacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour.Free delivery on your first order over $35.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.The ED/BC Podcast. You think you hate it now, but wait until you listen to it.

NBA champion Lamar Odom joins the show to reflect on his life story — from growing up in South Jamaica, Queens and becoming a top NBA draft pick, to winning championships with Kobe Bryant on the Lakers, navigating fame, addiction, and the pressures that came with his rise. Lamar opens up about the challenges he faced during the height of his career, his marriage to Khloé Kardashian, the 2015 incident in Nevada that nearly cost him his life, the strokes and medical aftermath he fought through, and how an ibogaine treatment helped him rebuild and reconnect with himself. We discuss childhood trauma, the start of addiction, the intensity of NBA life, loss, recovery, rebuilding relationships, and what he hopes others can take from his journey. This episode highlights Lamar's rise, fall, and comeback — a story of resilience, survival, and growth that continues to inspire people around the world. __________________________________________________________________________ #LamarOdom #NBAStories #LakersNation #KobeBryantEra #AddictionRecovery #RedemptionStory #CelebrityInterview #lockedinpodcast __________________________________________________________________________ Connect with Lamar Odom: https://www.instagram.com/lamarodom/ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop __________________________________________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Lamar Odom on Health, Fame & Surviving Rock Bottom 00:54 Growing Up Without a Father: Childhood, Family & Adversity 03:54 Fatherless Upbringing and the Impact on Identity 05:56 Basketball as an Escape and Early Passion for Sports 08:50 High School Years: Shyness, Loss & NBA Dreams 13:13 College Basketball, Pressure & Early Exposure 17:45 Growing Up in Queens: Friends, Streets & Staying Focused 18:49 NBA Draft Night, LA Clippers & Rookie Year Reality 23:19 Early NBA Money Mistakes & Adjusting to Life in Los Angeles 27:07 Miami to Lakers: Playing Alongside Kobe Bryant 30:01 NBA Championships, Sacrifice & Life Off the Court 32:36 Addiction, Family Tragedy & Coping with Pain 36:16 Marriage to Khloé Kardashian & Reality TV Fame 41:52 The End of the NBA Career & Personal Regrets 44:00 First Use & the Beginning of Addiction 47:00 Rehab, Recovery Attempts & Ibogaine Therapy 50:00 The Vegas Incident, Overdose & Fighting to Survive 56:00 Recovery, Public Scrutiny & Second Chances 01:00:01 Life After Kardashian & Rebuilding After 2015 01:03:43 Lessons Learned, Motivation & Helping Others 01:06:03 Fatherhood, Growth & Lamar Odom's Final Reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The New York Knicks' NBA Cup Championship ELECTRIFIES Gil's Arena as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew react to the New York Knicks taking down the San Antonio Spurs in the final of the NBA Cup and debate if this midseason ring finally shows that the Knicks are capable of winning the whole thing. Next, they react to the losing side of the game as Victor Wembanyama & The Spurs fell short in their first taste of competitive play and react to Wemby saying he thinks he's the best player in the league before breaking down another record setting performance for Cooper Flagg as the 18 year old phenom became the only teenager to score 40 points in an NBA Game. Next, they break down the current state of the Golden State Warriors as Steph Curry's team is holding on for dear life in the final run of the sharpshooter's career and give their take on the team holding out Jonathan Kuminga for 3 straight DNPs as the standoff between the team and their young superstar seems to finally be headed toward a trade. Finally, the Gil's Arena Crew reacts to Rich Paul responding to their criticism of his new podcast and give their thoughts on the Los Angeles Clippers vowing to do right by Chris Paul after they decided to send their franchise player home early during his final NBA Season. PLEASE give us a Like and Subscribe!! Today's Gil's Arena Crew : Josiah Johnson, Gilbert Arenas, Kenyon Martin, Brandon Jennings, Rashad McCants & Swaggy P Gil's Arena premieres every Wednesday & Thursday at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET. Sign up for Underdog HERE with promo code GIL and play $5 to get $75 in bonus funds or bonus entries https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi... For a limited time, save on the perfect gift by visiting https://AuraFrames.com to get $35 off Aura's best-selling Carver Matframes - named #1 by Wirecutter - by using promo code ARENA at checkout. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvj... Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos! https://discord.gg/underdog Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) 2 Min Countdown 0:00:00 Show Start 0:01:52 Knicks Win NBA Cup Championship 0:07:00 Jalen Brunson Proved He's A Championship Player 0:28:47 Can The Knicks Win The Championship? 0:41:40 Breaking Down The Spurs Loss 1:01:26 Cooper Flagg Continues To Make History 1:05:04 The Nasty State Of The Warriors 1:24:50 Melo Responds To His Rivalry With LeBron 2:05:11 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's going on, Family! Welcome back to Sports Outside the Box! In this episode, we explore the shifting landscape in the NFL as Tua Tagovailoa transitions out of the Miami Dolphins' starting quarterback role, making way for Texas standout Ewers. Over in the NBA, the New York Knicks have claimed the NBA Cup, raising the question: is this finally their time to clinch the NBA Championship? Plus, I'm diving into the unexpected rise of a certain team that's finally gained my respect. A.O.E (Align Our Energy) Topic: Stop Betting Against Yourself

We celebrate the NY Knicks winning the NBA Championship...oh...um...err...sorry it's the (checks notes)...NBA Cup championship. Do they hang a banner and have a parade down Broadway? Chris finds an obscure reason to continue his hate-watching fetish with the Knicks. Also, is NY more of a Ranger town than a Knicks town? We rank our favorite Christmas movies. Kris shares his story of his brother tricking him into sticking his tongue to a frozen pole. Then it's a lot of minutia, before they get to week 16 picks.

What will it take for the Knicks to win the NBA Championship? What is the Mets' plan? Audio Files featuring Jalen Brunson, Aaron Rodgers, Chris Canty, and Mel Kiper Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Baseball's rumor season now includes a new wrinkle for the Padres: ownership buzz! Joe Lacob? A report from the Bay Area suggests the NBA Championship owner might have interest. How good of a fit would he be? In more conventional December chatter, is Jake Cronenworth on the trade block? Dylan Cease has a new home. The Blue Jays also scooped up another attractive starter. How is A.J. Preller going to address this rotation? The guys discuss.

Todays episode is On Leadership and I am joined for the discussion by 2 great coaches. The first is Mike Dunlap. Mike is a basketball coach who has led teams in US Colleges, the NBA and in Australia. He was also an assistant with the Milwaukee Bucks when then they defeated the Phoenix Suns to win their first NBA Championship in 2021.The second is Rugby Union coach Franco Smith. As a player Franco represented South Africa as well as playing for clubs in South Africa, Italy, France and Wales. As a coach he has led teams to National Championships in Italy and South Africa and is presently the head coach of the Glasgow Warriors.Q: How do you mitigate the loneliness you might feel as a leader?Q: What philosophy guides you as a leaderQ: What did you do today to lead by example? If you would like to send us any feedback or if you know a great coach, who has a unique story to share, then we would love to hear from you, please contact us at paul@thegreatcoachespodcast.com or contact us through our website thegreatcoachespodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick Kostos opens the second hour with his thoughts from last night's 49ers win over the Panthers. Nick breaks down why he thinks the 49ers ceiling is low in the playoffs. Plus, Nick hits on why he hates the Carolina Panthers and shares his thoughts on NBA Championship odds.

As the Emirates NBA Cup plays on during the regular season, there are some groups in the East and West that have been more competitive than others. But what if I told you that the NBA Championship will surely come out of two divisions (one in the East and one in the West)? Adam Murray and Andrew Riche, Place To Be Nation's NBA-Team, are back to explain how the Midwest and Northwest Divisions have sneakily dominated the NBA standings so far. With murmurs of a LeBron season debut coming up, how will J.J. Redick handle his inclusion now that Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are on a scoring roll? What can the NBA do to make their new Cup Tournament not feel irrelevant to fans? Is the Bulls' hot start a red mirage after losing to the Bucks & Cavs? Riche and Adam also talk about Ja Morant and Trae Young both at a crossroads, the Rookie of the Year race, and more! So suit up and take it out in episode 365 with The NBA-Team!

Brianna Robinson, better known as "Eye of Bri" joined the show to discuss her incredible rise in the NBA Photography space while covering the Boston Celtics! To date, Bri has worked with multiple Celtics players, and documented many key moments during the Celtics 2024 NBA Championship run! We sat down with Bri to recap her journey into sports photography, and discuss some of the gigs along the way that have helped her reach the levels she has risen to today! Be sure to subscribe to the channel, so you don't miss any of this incredible conversation! #celtics #nba Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

And we're back! Another season of Thunder basketball has arrived and it's the first time ever that Oklahoma City will be defending an NBA Championship. Due to technical difficulties, our original preseason recording did not make it to air, so this episode joins the season after an intense 3 game opening week.

Part of ZeroNow's Conversations expert panel discussion series, this session delivers a high-stakes look at the unique challenges of protecting sports and special events. From high school stadiums to large-scale community gatherings, these events bring excitement—and potential vulnerabilities. Our panel of security experts, law enforcement leaders, and event planners will share proven strategies for threat assessment, crowd management, emergency response coordination, and integrating new security technologies. Attendees will walk away with actionable steps to close security gaps, strengthen response plans, and ensure the safety of athletes, performers, staff, and spectators—no matter the size or profile of the event.Guest PanelistsGreg ShafferFounder & CEO·Shaffer Security GroupGreg is internationally recognized as a Subject Matter Expert on the phenomena of Active Shooter & Violence. His best-selling book, "Stay Safe - Security Secrets for Today's Dangerous World" provides his extensive knowledge on how to survive critical incidents. He is a renowned expert on physical security, special event security planning & operations, executive protection operations & training, counter-kidnapping & travel safety, police tactics, and tactical firearms training. His twenty-year career in the FBI included six years on their elite Hostage Rescue Team (HRT) where he received enhanced training and worked alongside our government's special mission units across the globe, to include Iraq, Yemen, East Africa, & Southeast Asia.During his tenure as the Supervisor of the Dallas (Texas) FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force, Greg was responsible for developing the security plans for numerous high-profile, high-threat, special events to include the NFL Super Bowl, NBA Championship series, NBA All-Star Game, MLB World Series, and numerous NCAA, PGA, NASCAR events.Greg is also a nationally recognized public speaker (www.GregShafferSpeaks.com) traversing across the U.S. providing lectures, training, and motivational programs to corporate meetings, trade shows, conferences, and board meetings.Greg has earned the Arlington Police Medal of Merit and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) Investigation Excellence Award for his outstanding investigative work on national security matters.Greg is a veteran of the United States Coast Guard where he served for eleven years and commanded the USCG Cutter Point Steele (WPB 82359).Charles ButlerDistrict Safety Manager·Rock Island Milan School DistrictCharles Butler is currently the District Safety Manager for the Rock Island Milan School District. He served the high school for 18 years as Head of Security and Family Liaison. His district is very intentional about safety in the attempt to keep all stakeholders safe.Chief Valdimir TalleyDecatur Public SchoolsChief Valdimir Talley serves as Chief of Police and Director of Safety and Security for Decatur Public Schools in Illinois. A 36-year law enforcement veteran, he brings deep experience in policing, investigations, and crisis response, including service with the FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force. Since transitioning into school safety leadership, Chief Talley has focused on building proactive security programs grounded in prevention, community engagement, and collaboration. His work emphasizes training, communication, and preparedness to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and staff.Support ZeroNow and ZeroNow's programs by visiting www.ZeroNow.org

Plus a cameo appearance from Giannis Antetokounmpo!  Brothers for life. As the Washington Wizards visit the Milwaukee Bucks to start the 2025-26 NBA season, it will bring the return of Khris Middleton to Milwaukee. Where he played for more than a decade and won the 2021 NBA Championship. A fan favorite, Middleton sits down with Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Tony Cartagena on the latest episode of Gruber Law Office's Thanalysis.

Brock, Dawson and Hunter are back and ready for some NBA basketball. In this episode, they will break down the Eastern and Western Conferences and discuss who they believe has a solid shot at competing for a championship this season. The boys will also give out their award predictions, debating who has the best chance of taking home the MVP, Rookie of the Year, and more. Plus, get ready for some bold predictions and hot takes that would shake up the league if they became reality. They end their preview episode by giving out the NBA Finals predictions. Tune in to see who they have taking home the NBA Championship this season.

The Alley Oop Basketball Show is back!  Hosted by Juju Gotti and Trysta Krick, this week's episode is packed with hot takes and hilarious moments. The crew breaks down whether the Las Vegas Aces are officially a dynasty after their latest run, reacts to WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert getting booed during the trophy ceremony , and drops their early NBA Championship predictions. Plus, Juju and Trysta debate Devin Carter's viral hair, and roast the wild ones who actually bet on preseason games  Subscribe for more hoops talk, weekly laughs, and spicy takes! #AcesDynasty #AlleyOopShow #JujuGotti #TrystaKrick #WNBA #NBA #BasketballPodcast #LasVegasAces #CathyEngelbert #NBAPredictions #DevinCarter #SportsTalk #BasketballShow #NBA2025 #BasketballFans #SportsComedy #PreseasonBets #DLSHoops Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Kostos & Femi Abebefe are LIVE! The guys recap last night's Monday Night Football doubleheader! Nick & Femi discuss how they're betting NFL Week 7 and discuss the updated NBA Championship odds with the season ONE week away. Plus, Mark Schlereth and Drew Dinsick join the show!

Nick Kostos & Femi Abebefe break down their favorite offseason bets for the NBA Championship.

Timofey Mozgov is the first Russian in history to have an NBA ring on his hand.You have the opportunity to hear about his basketball journey.Thumbnail designer:https://instagram.com/design33_mk?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Pratite nas na društvenim mrežama!Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/jaomile_podcast/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JAOMILEPODCASTTikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jaomile_podcastTwitter https://twitter.com/mileilicGost: Timofey MozgovDatum: 8. septembar 2025. Autor i domaćin: Mile IlićLokacija: StudioLong MileProdukcija: Jao Mile#jaomilepodcast  #timofeymozgov #djokovic #crvenazvezda #kkpartizan #findyourway #nba  #nikolajokic #abaliga #jokic #bogdanovic #euroleague #doncic #nikolatopic

On this installment of Combo's Court Combo is joined by Jonathan Macri of Knicks Film School to break down whether the Knicks are truly built to win the 2026 NBA Championship, how they stack up in the East, the backup point guard situation, X-factors for success, Knicks Greatest Scorer Ever!?, and more! Find Combo here: New Twitter: @itsonetwocombo IG: @Onetwocombo YouTube: COMBO TV Support Combo's Court directly: Cash App $comboscourt Venmo @comboscourt USE CODE COMBO ON PRIZEPICKS! Appreciate the continued support! Sign up on PrizePicks using the promo code “Combo” Make a deposit of $5 or more and receive $50 instantly here: prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/COMBO

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn shares his Burning Questions for both the Denver Nuggets and the NBA over the next five seasons, including who wins the next five titles, whether anyone supplants Nikola Jokic as the best player, and more.

Minnesota Timberwolves feedback starting with Anthony Edwards; Will Edwards lead the Timberwolves to an NBA championship; Remembering how far the Timberwolves have come; Plus more Timberwolves feedback on Donte DiVincenzo, Rob Dillingham and more on Flagrant Howls with Mackey, Judd, and Dex.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's word of the day is ‘revelation' as in the Suns as in Mat Ishbia as in Bradley Beal as in Kevin Durant as in Devin Booker. The 2nd Apron is coming for every team. The Big 3 is over. The Suns are looking to hard reset just two seasons later after having NBA Championship aspirations. (9:40) The Orlando Magic 2nd Apron clock has started. A new max extension for Paolo Banchero is here. The Magic need to win now! (16:15) The Miami Heat found a scorer. A 3-team trade that most believe the Heat won. Nice. (23:30) The Washington Nationals announced Miguel Cairo as interim manager. He was the bench coach. (32:00) Review: Squid Game Season 3. (36:20) The Washington Commanders are in a bit of a pickle. They want a new stadium. They need approval. They might need President Trump to help. (44:00) NPPOD. Let's talk about the Royals and Pirates here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘revelation' as in the Suns as in Mat Ishbia as in Bradley Beal as in Kevin Durant as in Devin Booker. The 2nd Apron is coming for every team. The Big 3 is over. The Suns are looking to hard reset just two seasons later after having NBA Championship aspirations. (9:40) The Orlando Magic 2nd Apron clock has started. A new max extension for Paolo Banchero is here. The Magic need to win now! (16:15) The Miami Heat found a scorer. A 3-team trade that most believe the Heat won. Nice. (23:30) The Washington Nationals announced Miguel Cairo as interim manager. He was the bench coach. (32:00) Review: Squid Game Season 3. (36:20) The Washington Commanders are in a bit of a pickle. They want a new stadium. They need approval. They might need President Trump to help. (44:00) NPPOD. Let's talk about the Royals and Pirates here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Defector's own Ray Ratto joins Drew & Roth once again! First up, the NYC mayoral race, and whether New York mayors are a special breed all their own, or if all mayors all across the country are just Like That. Will Zohran Mamdani, fresh off a trouncing of Andrew Cuomo in this week's primary, be any different? Then, speaking of huge paradigm shifts, they talk the NBA Championship. The OKC Thunder are the 7th champion in 7 years - no one's doing dynasties anymore, what gives? And then, with only the briefest diversion for some MLB mishegoss for Ray, they'll dig into the Funbag, answering real questions from real listeners.Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0!Stuff We Talked AboutNYC mayoral primaryWill the Thunder be a dynasty?Falling down on the moonSponsors- IDEO U, where you can get 15% off sitewide- Raycon, where you can get 15% off Raycon's best-selling Everyday Earbuds- Green Chef, where you can get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shippingCredits- Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth- Producer: Brandon Grugle- Editor: Mischa Stanton- Production Services & Ads: Multitude Podcasts- Subscribe to Defector!About The ShowThe Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It was a winning week for Gen-Z athletes in basketball. Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd finally hard-launched their relationship on Instagram after months of speculation. Then, the Oklahoma City Thunder won the NBA Championship with an average roster age of 24.7. Subtract a couple of pandemic years (girl math), and they're basically 22. Their post-win celebration? Let's just say it reflected their age. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:  The only woman who could get Stephen A. Smith to… stop talking  How Sophie Cunningham stood on business — and what it reveals about WNBA reffing  Tom Brady proving yet again that he's the GOAT at Fanatics Fest  How Kylie Kelce plans to help Dawn Staley's post-coaching dreams come true Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shows why he's league *and* dad MVP after Game 7 Blake's IG: @blaaakkkke Caroline's IG: @cghendy theSkimm's IG: @theskimm PS: Did you know theSkimm has a sports newsletter? Sign up at theskimm.com/sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘tonnerre' as in Thunder as in Shai as in Sam Presti as in the Oklahoma City Thunder are your NBA champions! What a sad start to the game with Tyrese Haliburton going down. He's now done for all of next season. The Thunder are primed to be great for a few more years too! (21:04) Kevin Durant has been traded to the Houston Rockets! Wow. The Suns are still in some trouble. The Rockets now have a chance in the Western Conference. (36:30) Review: The Amateur. (39:40) The US has bombed Iran. (48:00) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘tonnerre' as in Thunder as in Shai as in Sam Presti as in the Oklahoma City Thunder are your NBA champions! What a sad start to the game with Tyrese Haliburton going down. He's now done for all of next season. The Thunder are primed to be great for a few more years too! (21:04) Kevin Durant has been traded to the Houston Rockets! Wow. The Suns are still in some trouble. The Rockets now have a chance in the Western Conference. (36:30) Review: The Amateur. (39:40) The US has bombed Iran. (48:00) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Throughout the NBA and NHL playoffs the guys previewed each and every series. Find out what Jim and Evan thought of The Finals in both sports. Download the entire episode of Cash the Ticket today. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andrew, Alex, Luke, Taylor, Jay and Michele break down OKC winning the NBA Championship Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the NBC Sports Now Power Hour! Nick Kostos reacts to the Thunder winning the NBA Championship, Haliburton's injury and his thoughts on the NBA Futures odds for next season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Kostos opens the second hour with his full break down of the Oklahoma City Thunder winning the NBA Championship. Nick explains why he believes the Eastern Conference is WIDE OPEN next season with Tyrese Haliburton's injury. Plus, Nick & Femi break down their thoughts on the Kevin Durant trade to Houston. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The news to know for Monday, June 23rd, 2025! We'll tell you about the U.S. attacks on Iran: why President Trump ordered the strike, and how Iran might retaliate. Also, we discuss the heatwave affecting more than 150 million Americans. Plus: what could become a new side-hustle for Tesla owners, how many new millionaires are minted every day in the United States, and who just won their first-ever NBA Championship. Those stories and even more news to know in about 10 minutes!    Join us every Mon-Fri for more daily news roundups!  See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Become an INSIDER to get AD-FREE episodes here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Get The NewsWorthy MERCH here: https://thenewsworthy.dashery.com/ Sponsors: Go to HiyaHealth.com/NEWSWORTHY to get 50% off your first order of their best-selling children's vitamin. Get 15% off OneSkin with the code NEWSWORTHY at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to ad-sales@libsyn.com

Shannon The Dude and Billy Rutledge talk the OKC Thunder winning the NBA Championship, LSU winning the College World Series, and all the news from the weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Will Cain Show's Friday sports episode, Will and The Crew discuss the Indiana Pacers' chances of winning the NBA Championship against all historical odds and the Florida Panthers' collapse in the Stanley Cup Finals to even the series.  Will then breaks down the latest in the NCAA v. House settlement as a group of female athletes sue over Title IX issues which is likely just the beginning of lawsuits over the settlement.  The Crew also asks Will if he would "Buy-Sell-Hold" Aaron Rodgers' Steelers' comeback, the Detroit Tigers as Major League Baseball favorites, and if Caitlin Clark get the WNBA to the next level of relevance. Plus, following Will's interest in Brian Wilson's diet, The Crew shares some of the odd lifestyles of the rich and famous. Can you eat like a great man of history? Tell Will what you thought about this podcast by emailing WillCainShow@fox.com Subscribe to The Will Cain Show on YouTube here: Watch The Will Cain Show! Follow Will on X: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Conference Finals are here! Between SGA, Jalen Brunson, Haliburton, and Ant, which player do you want to see win their first NBA Championship? Hate 'em or love 'em, the Knicks are good, and that's good for the NBA. Haliburton is going to give Brunson a lot of work and the depth of the Pacers bench and scoring in bunches will hurt the Knicks. On Oddball we are loud with our support of the Knicks… but secretly we think the Pacers have this in the bag. The Thunder-Timberwolves series will be the first time we see Ant Edwards take on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in the playoffs... Can the young wolf knock off the MVP?  The T-Wolves have flaws, but this series might be there for the taking. Can we trust Julius Randle? J-Dub vindicated himself after game 7, but Chet still has a lot to prove. Plus, people were so upset with Izzy's Cleveland rant that he decided to go on an apology tour.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices