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On today’s episode, Jason is joined by ESPN college basketball analyst Fran Fraschilla for a lengthy hoops conversation. During the interview, Fraschilla discusses the idea of expanding the NCAA Tournament, which teams he thinks are most likely to cut down the nets in March, which under-the-radar teams could make some noise in the tournament, whether Darryn Peterson's inconsistent availability at Kansas could impact his NBA Draft stock, whether guys like Cameron Boozer and AJ Dybantsa have any real shot to get selected first overall, and much more! #OddCouple Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
En 20 minutes (souvent plus), l'essentiel de Aday Mara (Michigan).Que vaut-il ? Pour la Draft NBA 2026, l'équipe Envergure vous présente l'essentiel à connaître sur chaque candidat important. Le prospect, le contexte, ses points forts techniques, physiques, la clé de son développement, son rôle en année rookie, son état d'esprit, sa mentalité.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
Mort & Bry discuss AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, and Cameron Boozer.Odds via FanDuel Sportsbookhttps://www.fanduel.com/research/ncaab
The Chicago Bulls may have created a major backcourt dilemma after the trade deadline.After trading Coby White, Ayo Dosunmu, and Nikola Vucevic, Bulls Executive VP Arturas Karnisovas brought in a new wave of guards including Jaden Ivey, Rob Dillingham, Collin Sexton, and Anfernee Simons.Now with free agency looming, the big question is: Which guards will actually be part of the Bulls' future?On this episode of Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down the Bulls' growing four-guard logjam, analyzing each player's performance and what their future in Chicago could look like.We also dive into how the 2026 NBA Draft could impact the Bulls' roster decisions, especially with Chicago projected to pick between 8–10 in the lottery. Should the Bulls draft the best player available or trade down to address positional needs?Plus we discuss potential draft targets like:
The Chicago Bulls may be walking a dangerous line as the NBA season winds down. With the team currently sitting around the 9th-best lottery odds, every win could significantly impact their chances in the 2026 NBA Draft lottery.On this episode of Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down whether Billy Donovan is unintentionally hurting the Bulls' tank by continuing to coach the team to wins despite the organization clearly pivoting toward a rebuild.We also discuss the major decisions facing Arturas Karnisovas over the final 19 games of the season, including evaluating the roster, preparing for the NBA Draft, and deciding whether Billy Donovan is the right coach to lead the next phase of the Chicago Bulls.Plus, we dive into potential restricted free agency targets, the future of players like Jaden Ivey, Collin Sexton, Tre Jones, and Jalen Smith, and why the Bulls' offseason strategy will largely depend on where they land in the draft lottery.In this episode we cover:
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Vince Goodwill and King McClure to preview the top prospects in the 2026 NBA Draft including which players have the chance to change the trajectory of an NBA franchise. Plus, we talk about the drama with the top pick between AJ Dybantsa & Darryn Peterson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On today's show Torres talks another big game for Arkansas Darius Acuff, comments from Sean Miller and if he should be in consideration for No. 1 overall in the NBA Draft. Plus, AJ Dybantsa wants to come back to school? Mark Pope hits the recruiting trail and we say goodbye to football legend Lou Holtz. Finally, Arizona star Tobe Awaka joins the show to discuss the Wildcats insane season, when he knew they'd be special, what it would mean to bring a title to Tucson and more! Timestamps: Big praise for Darius Acuff (2:04) AJ Dybantsa - back to school? (30:04) Mark Pope hits the recruiting trail (41:48) RIP Lou Holtz (58:38) Arizona's Tobe Awaka joins the show (1:04:00) Circa is the OFFICIAL hotel and gaming partner of the Aaron Torres Podcast: Check out their NEW sportsbook in Franklin, Kentucky or visit their Las Vegas property! Want to watch your favorite college football team or get tickets to ANY big game - at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase! Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Chicago Bulls pulled off a surprising win over the Phoenix Suns, but the bigger conversation might be what that victory means for the team's NBA Draft lottery odds.On this episode of Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down the three biggest takeaways from the Bulls' win, including their dominance in the paint and how Collin Sexton and Tre Jones attacked Phoenix's defense all night.But the bigger story may be the Bulls' dangerous position in the NBA Draft lottery standings. With Chicago currently sitting around the 9th worst record, every win could hurt their chances of landing a top pick in the loaded 2026 NBA Draft class.We also discuss how Cooper Flagg's return for the Dallas Mavericks could actually help the Bulls climb the lottery ladder if Dallas starts winning games down the stretch.Plus, the Bulls are walking a fine line between competing and protecting their future — especially with Josh Giddey and Matas Buzelis dealing with injuries.In today's episode we discuss:
We get breaking news right as the show is starting that Jayson Tatum could be returning on Friday night. What does this do to the Celtics chemistry? Is this even a good idea? (5:00) Blazers beat the Grizzlies but we appreciate how the team is actually playing hard and how they're being held accountable + Jrue Holiday had a blast from the past game and Scoot Henderson has been disappointing. Will he turn it around? (11:57) Will AJ Dybantsa go back to BYU? Will players do this to dictate where they go in the NBA? (25:29) Is tonight Penny's last home game at Memphis? We'll talk about Memphis Basketball's $1.2M budget deficit (42:55). Should Darius Acuff go #1 in the NBA Draft? Texas Coach Sean Miller says he has a case (1:23:43) RIP Lou Holtz (1:30:36)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles
3.5.26, Josh Robbins from The Athletic joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to break down The Wizards roster building strategy for the future and how important it is to embrace tanking this season as an organization for the health of the future.
On this episode of Combo's Court, Combo is joined by college basketball analyst and podcast host Tate Frazier (The Ringer) to break down one of the biggest questions in basketball right now: Who should go No. 1 in the NBA Draft? Combo and Tate discuss the top prospects in the upcoming draft class including AJ Dybantsa, Darren Peterson, Cam Boozer, and Caleb Wilson. They debate which player has the highest ceiling, which one looks like a future franchise cornerstone, and why the No. 1 pick conversation is still wide open. The conversation also dives into the rising young core of the Charlotte Hornets, the development of LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller, and why Charlotte's future is starting to look exciting again. Combo and Tate also discuss: • The dominance of the Oklahoma City Thunder front office • The outlook for the New York Knicks this season • St. John's Red Storm and their NCAA Tournament chances • How NIL and the transfer portal are changing college basketball • The debate over the greatest college basketball player ever including Pete Maravich and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar A fun basketball conversation covering the NBA Draft, college hoops, and the future of the game. Follow Combo: Instagram: @OneTwoCombo Listen to Combo's Court: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube (Combo TV)
Malika Andrews is an Emmy Award–winning sports journalist and host of ESPN's NBA Today, NBA Countdown, and WNBA Countdown. Not only is Andrews one of the most prominent sports journalists in the industry, but she's also a trailblazer. In 2018, she became ESPN's youngest sideline reporter, and in 2022, she became the first woman to ever host the NBA Draft—a position she's held every year since. On this episode, Andrews tells us about her relationship with money growing up, why she only wears women-owned brands when covering the WNBA, and what advice she would give to her younger self about on-camera work.
Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander open with Kansas and BYU struggles. Will the likely top two picks in the 2026 NBA Draft have any impact on March? Then, it was a huge night for bubble wins & the Wednesday Whiparound catches you up on everything you missed on Tuesday night. (0:00) Intro + Norlander prepped this pod (3:40) AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson take stinky losses on Tuesday (13:50) Bubble Watch: starting with UCLA in the pacific time zone (18:00) Cincinnati is fighting ‘til the very end (23:00) Miami University is 30-0 (27:30) Texas A&M beats Kentucky and is knocking on the door of the dance (31:30) VCU beats George Mason .. the Rams are right there + other bubble wins (34:15) Now the Bubble Losers: Mizzou, UCF and more (38:40) Wednesday Whiparound: Georgia, UNC/St. John's escape, Florida/Illinois stomp (53:11) Naismith Watch List (57:30) Looking ahead to the next two days Theme song: “Timothy Leary,” written, performed and courtesy of Guster Eye on College Basketball is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our team: @EyeonCBBPodcast @GaryParrishCBS @MattNorlander @Boone @DavidWCobb @TheJMULL_ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college basketball. You can listen to us on your smart speakers! Simply say, “Alexa, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast,” or “Hey, Google, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast.” Email the show for any reason whatsoever: ShoutstoCBS@gmail.com Visit Eye on College Basketball's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeFb_xyBgOekQPZYC7Ijilw For more college hoops coverage, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ 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
In this episode of The Baseline NBA Podcast, we re-evaluate and re-draft the 2018 NBA Draft class featuring Luka Dončić, Trae Young, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Brunson, and DeAndre Ayton. With multiple All-NBA players, franchise cornerstones, and late-pick steals emerging from this class, we break down the biggest hits, the most surprising misses, and how the draft order should look today. Was DeAndre Ayton the right No. 1 overall pick? Should Luka have gone first? How high would SGA and Brunson rise in a redraft?We re-analyze the 2018 draft. A class that may have truly changed the league.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-baseline-nba-podcast--3677698/support.Visit: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS and use code CLNS and get $50 in lineups.This show was sponsored in part by Raycon: Visit https://buyraycon.com/baseline for 20% off new buds!Get NBA League Pass: https://link.nba.com/LP19MG Looking to book a vacation? Our travel partner Exquiste Travel & Tours has you covered: Call 954-228-5479 or visit https://exquisitetravelandtours.com/Discover our favorite podcast gear & shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroupWant to join the conversation or invite us to your platform? Budget-friendly collaborations welcome! https://bit.ly/19GuestFollow The Baseline on X: https://twitter.com/nbabaselineFollow The Baseline on IG: https://instagram.com/nba_baseline
Runnin' Utes Sr Night, Top NBA Draft Prospects, Spring CFB, RSL + more
Things take a bit of a turn in the third hour when Tobin declares that Smash Burgers are a scam, the gang seems to mirror his opinion except Brittney which of course turns into a quibble about what the best burgers are. We pause the burger talk when news strikes that the Panthers have signed a goalie to a 2 way contract which causes Tobin to absolutely spiral because this be the beginning of the end of Sergei Bobrovsky with the Panthers. Then it is time for our favorite Wednesday game Rats Off A Ship!; Number one picks going back to school, Dolphin trades, and Reese's new competition!
The road to the championship is heating up!This week on the Daly Dose Sports Podcast, we're breaking down the biggest moves and storylines across the sports world.NFL Offseason: Teams are officially on the clock as NFL Free Agency approaches. We discuss who is poised to make a splash and who might be left out in the cold.The GOAT Mentality: Michael Jordan just keeps on winning—we dive into his latest milestone and what the modern era can still learn from his legacy.College Sports Culture: A candid conversation on why today's student-athletes need better mentorship and stronger leadership in their inner circles.The Big Dance is right around the corner! We're ramping up our NCAA Tournament coverage by: Taking a look at the top teams in the country and identifying the "must-watch" players who could become household names this March.Finally, we wrap things up with a look at the NBA Draft. We're counting down five former prospects who entered the league with one major "red flag" regarding their long-term success. Are we seeing history repeat itself with this year's incoming class?
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Bri likes Duke, Michigan, Florida and UConn in the Final Four; Bucks to take Ament in NBA Draft? and Spurs are HOT
(1) "Rundown" on Memphis Women's Hooper suspended & NFL Franchise tags (2) Jessica Benson from Grind City & Grizzlies Radio joins to discuss hoops (3) NBA Draft prospects & Tonight's College Basketball slate
Corey and Albert break down their latest in-person scouting trips on Keaton Wagler, Alijah Arenas, Tyler Tanner, Nate Ament, + More. Then the fellas break down how Dylan Harper is raising the ceiling for the San Antonio Spurs. Merchandise: http://www.noceilingsnba.bigcartel.com Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Written work: http://www.noceilingsnba.com Twitter: http://www.x.com/NoCeilingsNBA Twitter: http://www.x.com/coreytulaba Twitter: http://www.x.com/albertoeghim YouTube: / @noceilingsnba 0:00 Intro 2:05 INSIDER TRADING: Alijah Arenas 14:46 INSIDER TRADING: Keaton Wagler 27:36 INSIDER TRADING: David Mirkovic, Zvonomir Ivisic, Tomislav Ivisic 39:31 INSIDER TRADING: Tyler Bilodeau, Donovan Dent, Trent Perry, Basketball Without Borders, the Grind Session 56:06 INSIDER TRADING: Nate Ament, Tyler Tanner, Ja'Kobi Gillespie, Chandler Bing 1:09:09 ROOKIE R.O.I: Dylan Harper 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
Earnest ‘EJ' Christian and Greg Hrinya discuss whether they enjoyed All-Star Weekend, the possibility of abolishing the NBA Draft, the Nuggets recent struggles, the red hot Cavs, Jayson Tatum possible return, the MVP race, Rich Paul on Anthony Edwards, and the legacy of Chris Paul.
Corey and Albert break down their latest in-person scouting trips on Keaton Wagler, Alijah Arenas, Tyler Tanner, Nate Ament, + More. Then the fellas break down how Dylan Harper is raising the ceiling for the San Antonio Spurs. Merchandise: http://www.noceilingsnba.bigcartel.com Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Written work: http://www.noceilingsnba.com Twitter: http://www.x.com/NoCeilingsNBA Twitter: http://www.x.com/coreytulaba Twitter: http://www.x.com/albertoeghim YouTube: / @noceilingsnba 0:00 Intro 2:05 INSIDER TRADING: Alijah Arenas 14:46 INSIDER TRADING: Keaton Wagler 27:36 INSIDER TRADING: David Mirkovic, Zvonomir Ivisic, Tomislav Ivisic 39:31 INSIDER TRADING: Tyler Bilodeau, Donovan Dent, Trent Perry, Basketball Without Borders, the Grind Session 56:06 INSIDER TRADING: Nate Ament, Tyler Tanner, Ja'Kobi Gillespie, Chandler Bing 1:09:09 ROOKIE R.O.I: Dylan Harper 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
La course au tanking est lancée ! En tout, on comptabilise pas moins d'un tiers des équipes NBA qui a actuellement abandonné toute ambition cette saison. A l'Ouest, les boss du game : les Kings, le Jazz, les Pelicans, les Mavs et les Grizzlies. A l'Est, on retrouve aussi les Pacers, les Nets, les Wizards et les Bulls. Entre nullité extrême et effectifs désolants, la volonté d'aller chercher un pick élevé à la prochaine NBA Draft motive ces équipes à perdre, encore et encore, quitte à se manger des amendes pour "tanking trop flagrant". Alors, lequel de ces cancres a réellement le plus bel avenir ? Basket Time se projette ! Selon ESPN, la Grande Ligue a décidé de s'attaquer à l'un de ses principaux démons : le tanking. Adam Silver en a fait son cheval de bataille. Mais la NBA gagnera-t-elle un jour son combat contre le tanking ? Et surtout, comment sévir pour faire disparaître cette pratique ? Dans le talk historique, focus sur ces franchises qui ont marqué l'histoire en passant du pire au meilleur en un rien de temps : Boston Celtics 2008, New Jersey Nets 2002 et Oklahoma City Thunder 2019. Et enfin, le quiz de Basket Time, spécial équipes claquées. Avec Alex Biggerstaff, Félix Gabory, Stephen Brun et Fred Weis.
La course au tanking est lancée ! En tout, on comptabilise pas moins d'un tiers des équipes NBA qui a actuellement abandonné toute ambition cette saison. A l'Ouest, les boss du game : les Kings, le Jazz, les Pelicans, les Mavs et les Grizzlies. A l'Est, on retrouve aussi les Pacers, les Nets, les Wizards et les Bulls. Entre nullité extrême et effectifs désolants, la volonté d'aller chercher un pick élevé à la prochaine NBA Draft motive ces équipes à perdre, encore et encore, quitte à se manger des amendes pour "tanking trop flagrant". Alors, lequel de ces cancres a réellement le plus bel avenir ? Basket Time se projette !
Inside Carolina's senior reporter Greg Barnes and Tommy Ashley discuss the future decisions of UNC players Caleb Wilson and Henri Veesaar ahead of the NBA Draft. With the new era of NIL and rev share, how are pro decisions impacted for players not in the elite echelon of draft prospects. Barnes and Ashley dig into the topic based off a IC message board thread asking 'Would Caleb Wilson Come Back for 5 Million' and while the decision should be easy for talents like Wilson, what about players on the level of Veesaar? Do late first round picks have easy decisions to make? Second rounders? Barnes and Ashley also discuss the process college teams must navigate when it comes to procuring talent in the transfer portal versus retaining talent on the current rosters including not only the financial aspect but also chemistry, fit, continuity, familiarity and other team dynamics beyond the money. **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In part 1 of this conversation Mike Korzemba joins Combo to break down one of the most fascinating NBA Draft classes in years. Is AJ DyBantsa the clear #1 pick? Or are teams overthinking the obvious? We dive into: • Why AJ DyBantsa might be the safest and highest-upside prospect in the draft • Darryn Peterson's recent controversy and draft stock questions • Cam Boozer vs Caleb Wilson • Michael Jordan, Tracy McGrady and KG comparisons • Cooper Flagg's rookie season and where it ranks historically • Wemby vs Chet Holmgren rivalry • Are the Thunder becoming the villains of the NBA? • Knicks vs Spurs Finals possibility Part 2 of the conversation with Mike Korzemba dropping soon! FOLLOW COMBO: Instagram: @onetwocombo TikTok: @onetwocombo X (Twitter): @itsonetwocombo
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March is here — and we're breaking it all down with college basketball reporter Will Despart. Will joins Rational Hour to preview the NCAA Tournament, discuss teams built for a deep run, and identify dark horses that could shake up the bracket. We also talk about the conference landscape, coaching matchups, and which players could use March to elevate their 2026 NBA Draft stock.
Jam Hines & Stephen Gillaspie are joined by Latif Love--one of the brightest up-and-coming minds within the draft space! They'll discuss Latif's draft philosophy and some of the more fun 2026 NBA Draft Prospects! Intro- 0:00 Draft Philosophy & 2026 Class Thoughts- 4:30 Morez Johnson Jr.- 37:44 Tounde Yessoufou- 53:35 Flory Bidunga- 1:12:09 Zvonimir Ivisic- 1:23:47 Outro- 1:38:03 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
Jam Hines & Stephen Gillaspie are joined by Latif Love--one of the brightest up-and-coming minds within the draft space! They'll discuss Latif's draft philosophy and some of the more fun 2026 NBA Draft Prospects! Intro- 0:00 Draft Philosophy & 2026 Class Thoughts- 4:30 Morez Johnson Jr.- 37:44 Tounde Yessoufou- 53:35 Flory Bidunga- 1:12:09 Zvonimir Ivisic- 1:23:47 Outro- 1:38:03 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 No Ceilings Crew goes LIVE after Arkansas vs. Florida to break down the matchup, the players, the Saturday Slate, AND MORE! Intro- 0:00 Arkansas vs. Florida- 1:50 Arizona vs. Kansas- 31:24 Duke vs. Virginia- 53:47 Outro- 1:01:23 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 No Ceilings Crew goes LIVE after Arkansas vs. Florida to break down the matchup, the players, the Saturday Slate, AND MORE! Intro- 0:00 Arkansas vs. Florida- 1:50 Arizona vs. Kansas- 31:24 Duke vs. Virginia- 53:47 Outro- 1:01:23 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
Talking about the next draft class and some fun all star game modifications.
Gary Parrish joins the show in-studio for the first hour and they'll open the show talking about the Grizzlies buying out Kyle Anderson, then signing Taj Gibson, why they need a vet like Taj Gibson, and why he helps the team off the court (5:17). Penny's Tigers lost again last night...this time to Wichita. Chris says, from what he's hearing, Penny is going to have a GM next year to fix the roster. Gary Parrish talks about why most schools need a GM at this point and they relate it to their own careers. Next, they'll talk about a player nobody is talking about who could go higher in the NBA Draft than where mock drafts have him...then Gary tells stories about his musician buddy Jason D. Williams (15:18). In the last segment, we'll touch on the NFL Draft Combine and how Ohio State LB Sonny Styles and S Caleb Downs have impressed teams the most (1:23:54). We also have Grizz/Mavs and Thunder/Nuggets tonight (1:31:44)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerGuest: Gary ParrishTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles
Tyler Rucker (Tyler_Rucker) returns to give NBA Draft fans a CHECK-IN on some of the buzz surrounding the 2026 NBA Draft class, as we approach March Madness 0:00 Intro 3:30 2026 NBA Draft Preview 6:10 Caleb Wilson 10:25 Darryn Peterson 18:44: AJ Dybantsa 24:00 Cameron Boozer 29:19 The Point Guards 41:52 Quick Hitters 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
In this episode we talk with Mohamed (@mcfNBA) about his top-10 big board and who Mavs fans should be keeping an eye on heading into March Madness and NBA Draft season.
Nick Wright recaps the Denver Nuggets' blowout against the Boston Celtics and the impact that Jayson Tatum will have when he returns. After, Nick reacts to Kansas star Darryn Peterson's availability concerns and what that means for his NBA Draft stock with Duke's Cam Boozer and BYU's AJ Dybantsa in the mix for #1 pick. Then, Nick weighs in on the Los Angeles Lakers' chemistry issues between Luka Doncic and LeBron James, and the race to the No. 1 seed between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the San Antonio Spurs. Later, Nick discusses where his Kansas City Chiefs should look in the NFL Draft including Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love before Nick and Damonza answer your questions. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Inside Carolina's senior reporter Greg Barnes and Tommy Ashley discuss the exceptional performance of freshmen in college basketball, noting the potential for the first ten NBA draft picks to be freshmen. They highlight Caleb Wilson's injury and its impact on his All-American and Player of the Year prospects, comparing it to Zion Williamson's 2019 situation. In that season, Williamson missed six game due to injury and still earned National Player of the Year awards. Greg mentions other top players like Kansas' Darryn Peterson, Iowa State's Joshua Jefferson, Illinois' Keaton Wagler and the competition among freshmen for not only the top awards but the 2026 NBA Draft. They also touch on the voting process for ACC awards, emphasizing the importance of timely voting and the potential regional bias. **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Mountaineers return home searching for traction.West Virginia hosts No. 19 BYU on Saturday inside Hope Coliseum in a matchup between two programs trying to steady themselves in the rugged Big 12. WVU has dropped three straight, while the Cougars have lost six of their last nine.Even with an injury to standout Richie Saunders, BYU arrives with likely No. 1 NBA Draft pick AJ Dybantsa, who's pouring in more than 25 points per game. The Cougars rank second in the league in scoring.Can West Virginia slow the tempo, defend at a high level, and protect home court?In this episode, the “Guys” preview the matchup and break down what went wrong on the recent road swing through TCU and Oklahoma State.Hoppy delivers Obvious Observations, and listener questions and comments close the show with Textual Healing
Fans don't just want their teams to win anymore — they want the sport itself to be flawless: perfect coaching, perfect officiating, perfect behavior, perfect “fairness,” perfect outcomes. In this episode of On The Ball, Ric Bucher explains why that expectation is a fantasy… and why technology, replay, and analytics have actually expanded the outrage economy instead of eliminating “human error.”Ric also takes a hard look at the growing “eliminate the NBA Draft to stop tanking” conversation — including Rich Paul's idea of treating incoming players like free agents — and lays out why it sounds great for agents and top prospects… but would crush competitive balance for small-market franchises.Then Ric pivots to the WNBA labor talks, arguing the players' union is approaching negotiations like it's a feel-good partnership — while owners hold nearly all the leverage. His message: if the players want real gains, they'll need organization, discipline, public pressure… and a willingness to risk uncomfortable outcomes.Sponsored by New Air Club — door-to-door private jet service built around value, comfort, and convenience. Learn more at newairclub.com.Pre-order Ric's upcoming book in May (link in Ric's social bios / RicBucher.com).Chapters / Time Stamps00:00 — “We're cooking with gas” + welcome to On The Ball 00:40 — Where to find Ric (FS1, Fox Sports Radio, United We Cast Network) 01:00 — Book update + where to pre-order (RicBucher.com / social bios) 01:59 — Sponsor: New Air Club (private jet travel, bundled service) 02:42 — Why fans now demand “perfect” sports 02:56 — The “Steve Kerr can't coach” fallacy (development vs draft busts) 03:23 — The obsession with “perfect” players (foul-baiting, free throws, etc.) 03:43 — How one injury play becomes “dirty player” discourse 04:14 — Reality check: there is no perfect sports system 05:11 — Tech, replay, tracking… and the myth that error can be erased 05:45 — Why robo-umps still wouldn't create “perfect baseball” 07:18 — Basketball is harder: judgment calls will never disappear 07:32 — Slow motion = instant outrage (landing space, gather step, etc.) 08:18 — Replay's hidden cost: stoppages, momentum swings, unfair rest 09:04 — “Level playing field” is a myth 09:20 — Eliminating the draft to stop tanking: why it's not realistic 09:33 — Rich Paul's “incoming players as free agents” idea 10:45 — Why the rookie scale exists (and what the league learned) 12:14 — Why the draft matters for small markets 12:32 — Ric's take: tanking panic is driven by gambling partnerships 13:40 — Tampering + trade demands: the competitive-balance problems ignored 15:39 — The WNBA negotiations: why it's “painful to watch” 16:31 — Owners don't need team profits; players need the deal 18:37 — Why players must be organized, disciplined, unified — and cutthroat 19:26 — Visibility problem: who's leading the WNBA players' message? 21:02 — The only real leverage: public + media pressure 23:02 — “Concession” vs “putback” (housing example) 24:02 — If the league won't show the books, ask the obvious questions 26:22 — Wrap-up + rate/review + next episode tease#OnTheBall #RicBucher #NBA #NBADraft #RichPaul #ClutchSports #Tanking #SportsBusiness #SportsMedia #WNBA #WNBPA #CollectiveBargaining #NewAirClub #UnitedWeCast #BasketballSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by J. Kyle Mann and Tate Frazier to preview the NBA draft by looking at some of the top prospects before discussing the Spurs' ceiling this season (3:40). Then, Billy Gil joins the pod to discuss fantasy baseball leagues and preview the MLB season (01:16:59). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: J. Kyle Mann, Tate Frazier, and Billy Gil Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo The all-new Audi Q3: Made for the yes life. Learn more at https://audiusa.com/ 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
Heat Check & Let Her Shoot's Trysta Krick joined the guys to talk WNBA, NBA Draft and the NBA.
00:00 - 13:18 - Matt Miller of ESPN joins the show! Matt gives his thoughts on the Indiana Hoosiers that could hear their name called in the 2026 NFL Draft! Matt also gives a rundown on some other players in this Draft. 13:19 - 25:23 - Tony East from Forbes Sports joins the show and reacts to both Rick Carlisle’s comments on the NBA’s punishment to the Pacers, and the NBA’s statement on those comments. They also discuss the NBA Draft, what will happen with the Pacers pick, and how Zubac will fit in with the team. 34:24 - 46:32 - Bobby Riddell from the Purdue Radio Network joins the show! Bobby and JMV preview Purdue-Michigan State. 46:33 - 1:10:55 - Kevin Bowen from The Fan Morning Show joins JMV! They discuss Kevin and the gang’s conversation with Colts GM Chris Ballard earlier today. They also talk IU basketball following a tough loss to Northwestern. 1:10:56 - 1:25:13 - Jason Sims, the head coach of the Roncalli girls' basketball team, joins the show ahead of their showdown with Belmont in the Class 3A Championship! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
00:00 – 27:42 – IU suffered a bad loss to Northwestern last night; JMV opens the show with his reaction to that, as well as to Chris Ballard’s and Shane Steichen’s comments at the combine, and Rick Carlisle’s comments on the NBA fining the Pacers. 27:43 – 44:50 – Bobby Riddell from the Purdue Radio Network joins the show! Bobby and JMV preview Purdue-Michigan State. 44:51 – 48:23 – JMV wraps up the first hour with Rock n Roll Hall of Fame talk! 48:24 – 1:15:26 – Kevin Bowen from The Fan Morning Show joins JMV! They discuss Kevin and the gang’s conversation with Colts GM Chris Ballard earlier today. They also talk IU basketball following a tough loss to Northwestern. 1:15:27 – 1:32:01 – Matt Miller of ESPN joins the show! Matt gives his thoughts on the Indiana Hoosiers that could hear their name called in the 2026 NFL Draft! Matt also gives a rundown on some other players in this Draft. 1:32:02 – 1:34:05 – JMV wraps up the 2nd hour! 1:34:05 – 2:00:45 – Tony East from Forbes Sports joins the show and reacts to both Rick Carlisle’s comments on the NBA’s punishment to the Pacers, and the NBA’s statement on those comments. They also discuss the NBA Draft, what will happen with the Pacers pick, and how Zubac will fit in with the team. 2:00:46 - 2:16:22 – Jason Sims, the head coach of the Roncalli girls' basketball team, joins the show ahead of their showdown with Belmont in the Class 3A Championship! 2:16:23 – 2:22:10 – JMV wraps up the third hour! 2:22:11 – 2:29:14 – The show ends with some Anything Goes! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2.23.26 Hour 1, Kevin Sheehan opens up the show giving his thoughts on the top 3 College Basketball prospects for the upcoming NBA Draft and talks about if the Commanders need to add a star level defensive player on defense to help the team be competitive next season. Kevin Sheehan discusses the Duke vs Michigan game being held at Capital One Arena and how the game made local College Basketball essentially irrelevant over the weekend.
2.23.26 Hour 1, Kevin Sheehan opens up the show giving his thoughts on the top 3 College Basketball prospects for the upcoming NBA Draft and talks about if the Commanders need to add a star level defensive player on defense to help the team be competitive next season. Kevin Sheehan discusses the Duke vs Michigan game being held at Capital One Arena and how the game made local College Basketball essentially irrelevant over the weekend. 2.23.26 Hour 2, Former Washington Redskins Tight End and Host of Take Command Podcast Logan Paulsen joins The Kevin Sheehan show to break down the Commanders' needs going into free agency and the NFL Draft and which players he thinks will be on the roster next season or not. Tarik El-Bashir from Monumental Sports joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to recap team USA Hockey winning the gold medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics vs Canada and what it could mean for the NHL/Hockey moving forward. 2.23.26 Hour 3, Ben Standig from The Last Man Standig Podcast joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to discuss which Commanders' players could get extended soon before the free agency period, his latest Commanders' mock draft and being at the NFL Combine. Kevin Sheehan talks about the tush push play possibly staying for the foreseeable future and what he would do to stop it moving forward.