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What goes into kicking off, planning out, & sustaining a podcast? The Krewe presented their lived experiences in podcasting, along with recommendations & tips for aspiring content creators in the US-Japan space, during a workshop on July 30, 2026 at the NAJAS (National Association of Japan-America Societies) National Conference. This episode is that workshop! ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ Links for NAJAS ------ NAJAS Website NAJAS Conference Website ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

Former LSU standout, NBA veteran, and professional basketball player Johnny O'Bryant III joins the Krewe to discuss his unique connections to Japan, from playing for the Ibaraki Robots in Japan's B.League to founding Noir Caesar, his own manga publishing company. We explore his experiences living and competing in Japan, how a lifelong passion for manga grew into a business, and what it takes to balance life as a professional athlete and entrepreneur. It's a conversation about basketball, Japanese culture, creativity, and chasing passions both on and off the court. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ Links for Johnny & Noir Caesar ------ Noir Caesar Website Johnny on IG B.League Website ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

EPISODE SUMMARY AND KEY TAKEAWAYSTen years in the NBA. Golden State Warriors, Chicago Bulls, Brooklyn Nets, Indiana Pacers, Orlando Magic. Games overseas in Italy, Greece, Turkey. And when it was all over, CJ Watson sat on his couch and asked himself one question: how do I keep giving back?That question became children's books. A foundation. Free basketball camps. A Black history essay contest with laptops and 529 plans as prizes. And now, a conversation with Bart about what it actually means to be a great human being, not just a great athlete.CJ grew up in Las Vegas with Southern hospitality baked into his bones. Yes sir. No ma'am. Look people in the eye. Give them your name and ask for theirs. He never got drafted, went overseas first, and spent every NBA season knowing it could be his last. That perspective shaped everything. He never saw himself as a celebrity. He saw himself as someone who got lucky enough to do the work.Bart and CJ unpack humanality through the lens of sports, autographs, fatherhood, and the moment a kid at a camp says "we love the book." They talk about what it means to be present, why consistency beats talent most of the time, and how a pair of unwashed orange socks from the University of Tennessee became a lesson about preparation over superstition.This one is warm, grounded, and full of the kind of humanity that makes the MPD audience forward episodes to people they love.What You Will Walk Away WithConsistency beats talent. Every time. CJ's fill-in-the-blank answer came fast: most people don't be consistent. Show up on good days and bad days. Do the work when no one is watching. That is what separates the people who make it from the people who almost did.Humanality on the court. When a fan waits hours to meet you, that moment is not about you. It is about them. Look them in the eye. Ask their name. Use it. CJ named all three steps of Humanality without being asked: I see you, be where your feet are, and just ask.Legacy is not what you keep. It is what you give away. CJ gave away his first NBA jersey. He gave away his time, his stories, his books. He started a foundation so that kids growing up in Las Vegas have resources his family had to figure out alone. You cannot take it with you. That is the whole point.The magic was never in the socks. CJ wore the same pair of unwashed orange socks every time he played well in college. But the real lesson from his children's book is the one he figured out later: it was never the socks. It was the preparation, the film study, the discipline, the showing up. The socks just gave him permission to believe in himself.Your parents are your first coaches. CJ's parents talked him out of quitting overseas. They showed up to games in college, flew to NBA cities, and built the foundation underneath him before he ever knew he needed one. His whole message to his own three daughters comes from the same place: look people in the eye, say please, say thank you, and never stop.Great dads make great leaders. The greatest feeling CJ described had nothing to do with the NBA. It was watching his daughter block a volleyball. Legacy is not built on a court. It is built in the stands.Learn more about CJ Watson and his foundation at quietstormfoundation.org and connect with CJ Watson on LinkedIn.Most People Don't. But You DO!

Rob and Kelvin discuss Sean Payton’s bizarre plan to help Bill Belichick become the winningest coach in NFL history, and name their all-time 2-on-2 teams in NBA history. Plus, former NBA veteran and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Olden Polynice swings by to discuss all the biggest headlines around The Association. Plus, the Odd Couple Callers bring the heat in this week’s edition of Trash Talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Larry Hughes joins us to recap the historic comeback last night by the Knicks. Larry gives his thoughts on the comeback and the 4th quarter and the De'Aaron Fox play that may have cost the Spurs the game. We also ask Larry if he thinks the Spurs can make a comeback in this series. Larry then discusses the passion New Yorkers and Knicks fans have for their team and how special this run has been. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rob and Kelvin discuss how much blame President Donald J. Trump deserves for the fiasco ahead of tonight’s Game 3 at Madison Square Garden, share their thoughts on the pregame festivities ahead of tip-off, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob's nightly bets. Plus, former NBA veteran and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Olden Polynice swings by to discuss the security problems at MSG, Victor Wembanyama’s series of miscues at the end of Game 2, how Karl-Anthony Towns has managed to take advantage of his matchups against San Antonio, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Joe explains from growing up in Norfolk to Maryland to the NBA

Larry Hughes Sr. joins us in studio to talk about it all! We talk about his recent trip to India where he conducted some basketball clinics. We talk about Larry's basketball consumption now and rooting for Jayson Tatum. Larry also talks Allen Iverson, his son's college career, and much more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rob and Kelvin provide up-to-the-minute analysis of Game 5 between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Detroit Pistons, and debate whether New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson is a legitimate star or not. Plus, former NBA veteran and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Olden Polynice checks in to discuss LeBron James’ Lakers tenure, what makes a star player in today’s NBA, Victor Wembanyama’s ascension, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk and the boys cover all things happening in the world of sports, including last night's NHL & NBA Playoff action, all the latest NFL news, and much more. In the first hour, we are joined by 12x All-Star, 9x NBA All-Defensive team, 22-year NBA Veteran, Chris Paul, who takes us through CP's Top 3 Takeaways, covering Anthony Edwards and the T-Wolves stealing game one in San Antonio, Jalen Brunson leading the Knicks to a dominant win over the 76ers, and the adjustments the Detroit Pistons need to make heading into the second round. We also dive in to the San Antonio Spurs last possession, the Lakers chances against the Thunder, and much more. Also in the first hour, we are joined by the first woman trainer to win the Kentucky Derby with Golden Tempo, Cherie DeVaux to talk us about training Golden Tempo's late closing style, whether or not he will run in the Preakness, and more. In the second hour, we are joined by 13 year NHL veteran, Olympic gold medalist, & ESPN Analyst PK Subban to talk about the Carolina Hurricanes dominating through the first two rounds so far, Seth Jarvis and his buddies taking the internet by storm, the controversial non-icing call in the Ducks vs Golden Knights game, what the Minnesota Wild have to do to slow down the Avalanche offense, what makes Quinn Hughes such a great Defenseman, and much more. After PK Subban, we are joined by the GM of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Jason Licht, to recap an exciting draft that saw Miami DE Rueben Bain Jr. fall to them at #15, WR Mike Evans leaving the organization, what they need to be successful next season, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We will be back tomorrow LIVE from the ThunderDome. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rob and Kelvin react to the breaking news that Hubert Davis has been fired as the head coach of the North Carolina men’s basketball team, explain why it’s fair to call Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge the ‘Magic and Bird’ of baseball, and make their official 2026 World Series predictions. Plus, former NBA veteran and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Olden Polynice swings by to discuss his unwavering support of the very outspoken Victor Wembanyama, how the return of Jayson Tatum impacts the Boston Celtics’ NBA title hopes, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin use the Bill Belichick Hall of Fame snub as a backdrop for discussing what levels of cheating we find acceptable these days, explain why Sean Payton is unbelievably tone deaf, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets. Plus, former NBA veteran and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Olden Polynice swings by to discuss the Belichick cheating scandal, Giannis Antetokounmpo’s uncertain future in Milwaukee, why he’s picking the Detroit Pistons to win the Eastern Conference, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin tell us if there’s any player in the NBA they’d rather build around that Victor Wembanyama, discuss the real reason why Donovan Mitchell went off for 46 points on Wednesday night, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets. Plus, former NBA veteran and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Olden Polynice swings by to discuss Wemby’s long-term potential, if we can expect the Los Angeles Lakers to keep rolling when LeBron James returns to the lineup, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Tyler Jones (@TylerJonesLive) is joined by 10-Year NBA Veteran & NCAA Men's CBB Champion Jeremy Lamb & Thomas Bridges (@Thomas_Bridges).(0:30-30:10) Jones and Bridges join Roundtable Sports! (30:10-1:01:05) Around the NFL: Chiefs and Bills meet again, the Patriots have arrived with Drake Maye, Carson Wentz out for the year with the Vikings, as well as Kirk Cousins and Trey Hendrickson trade rumors. Plus, NFL Week 9 Preview: CHI/CIN, IND/PIT, DEN/HOU and KC/BUF.(1:01:05-1:41:35) Big 12/SEC Breakdown: Hot Takes on Vanderbilt's CFP chances, Oklahoma's future with Brent Venables, Brian Kelly fired, LSU's coaching search, Dave Aranda hot seat at Baylor, College GameDay at Cincinnati/Utah. Plus Big 12 and SEC Week 10 Preview.(1:41:35-2:21:55) Jeremy Lamb on his career, the OKC Thunder and the NBA.(2:21:55-2:39:00) Tom Foolery Story of the Week: FOX Sports NFL analyst Mark Schlereth says he always pees on the floor.Today's show is sponsored by O'Connor Advisory Group. Start planning for your future now at https://oconnoradvisorygroup.com!Follow Tyler Jones on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerJonesLiveFollow Tyler Jones on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tylerjoneslive/Follow Tyler Jones on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tylerjonesliveFollow Studio Soapbox on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Studio_SoapboxFollow Studio Soapbox on Facebook: https://facebook.com/studiosoapboxFollow The Jones Report on Instagram: https://instagram.com/jones_report

Die Bayern haben nochmal auf dem Transfermarkt zugeschlagen – und zwar ordentlich: Spencer Dinwiddie, waschechter NBA-Veteran, ist gelandet!

Rob and Kelvin discuss the likelihood that Shohei Ohtani will open the doors for the next wave of two-way professional athletes. Plus, former NBA veteran and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Olden Polynice swings by to discuss why he had a big problem with LeBron James’ sideline mannerisms last night at the Lakers game, the narrative that we’re currently in the least-skilled era of NBA basketball, why he’s picking the New York Knicks to represent the Eastern Conference in the NBA Finals, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Basketball Fans Buzz as New Orleans Pelicans Sign 6-Year NBA Veteran Jalen McDaniels by Jaggy Sports

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14 year NBA Veteran, Sacramento State Head Men's Basketball coach Mike Bibby joined the NBA Panel!

Former NFL offensive lineman and FOX Sports Radio Weekend host Ephraim Salaam is in for Rob, and he and Kelvin debate why there is such a big disconnect between former players and the media as it relates to Kobe Bryant. Plus, former NBA center and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Olden Polynice swings by to discuss Kobe's place in history, why he has John Stockon in his personal top-5 players in NBA history, and much more! Finally, the Odd Couple Crew debates Southern California theme parks in this week's edition of One's Gotta Go. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NBA Veteran Ryan Hollins Joins The Show To Talk About the Rockets Offseason Moves 

NBA Veteran Ryan Hollins Joins The Show To Talk About the Rockets Offseason Moves 

Steve tells you why Duke guard Tyrese Proctor plays like an NBA point guard and why teams should select him in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft

Rob and Kelvin tell us what Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and the New York Knicks need to do differently to become a true championship contender, and explain why they had a problem with Anthony Edwards being so passive in Game 4. Plus, former NBA veteran and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Olden Polynice swings by to discuss the Knicks’ Brunson-Towns problem, what make the Indiana Pacers so dangerous, the narrative that the Oklahoma City Thunder aren’t an all-time great team, and much more! Finally, the Odd Couple Callers bring the heat in this week’s edition of Trash Talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NBA Veteran, NCAA Heisman winner, Florida A&M Rattlers Head Men's Basketball Coach Charlie Ward joined the NBA Panel!

Rob Parker makes the case to Kelvin Washington that the Lakers should replace JJ Redick with Michael Malone. NBA Veteran Olden Polynice joins the guys to explain why he thinks the Knicks will topple the defending-champion Celtics. Plus, the guys reflect on the greatest clutch shots after Jalen Brunson's huge shot on Thursday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob Parker and Kelvin Washington discuss what teams may regret passing on Shedeur Sanders. NBA Veteran Olden Polynice drops by to give the latest on the NBA Playoffs and explain what Game 3 means for the Lakers and Timberwolves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 Warriors Radio Analyst & NBA Veteran Tom Tolbert Joins The Show Before Game 2 Of NBA Playoffs

 Warriors Radio Analyst & NBA Veteran Tom Tolbert Joins The Show Before Game 2 Of NBA Playoffs

Rob Parker and Kelvin Washington react to the Lakers suffering a Game 1 loss at home and discuss the level of concern Lakers fans should have right now. NBA Veteran Eddie House drops by to highlight the Celtics beginning their title defense with a strong win. Plus, the NBA award finalists have been announced!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob Parker and Kelvin Washington react to the first round of the NBA Playoffs and discuss the Pistons opening their series against the Knicks with a loss. NBA Veteran Will Barton joins the guys to give his thoughts on the Nuggets getting an OT win over the Clippers. Plus, Cooper Flagg officially declares for the NBA Draft!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob Parker and Kelvin Washington debate who is the biggest disappointment in the NBA his season after the Suns were officially eliminated from the playoffs. NBA Veteran Eddie House joins the guys to give his thoughts on Luka Doncic's return to Dallas. Plus, with the return of the Dire Wolf, what other extinct animal would you like to see come back?!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob Parker and Ephraim Salaam, in for Kelvin Washington, react to Arkansas falling apart in their near-upset of Texas Tech on Thursday, and Rob believes it is time to start recognizing John Calipari as a bad coach. NBA Veteran Olden Polynice joins the guys to give his thoughts on the Lakers' recent struggles. Plus, what led the Grizzlies to fire Taylor Jenkins a few weeks before hitting the playoffs?!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin take Micah Parsons to task for his public pocket-watching of Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins. Plus, former NBA veteran and FOX Sports NBA analyst Olden Polynice swings by to discuss all the biggest headlines around the Association.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin debate whether or not Caitlin Clark inadvertently ruined the NBA All-Star Weekend by refusing to participate in the NBA-WNBA 3-Point Showdown, tell us which teams might make the most sense as Aaron Rodgers’ next landing spot and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets. Plus, former NBA veteran and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Olden Polynice swings by to discuss the problem with NBA All-Star Weekend, the Luka Doncic-LeBron James pairing in Los Angeles, his biggest fear about the New York Knicks and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our 13th episode EVER of Setting The Pace (December 20, 2018), Alex and Facci interviewed 13 year NBA Veteran, Scot Pollard. Scot worked with the Indiana Pacers television crew briefly after retirement, and recently was able to have a heart transplant that helped save his life. In addition to that, Scot was a contestant on Alex's favorite reality TV show, Survivor. He participated in Season 32, Kaoh Rong, where he made the jury and finished 8th out of 18 players. Podcast Notes: Another former Pacers' center joins the show. In this weeks episode of STP, Scot Pollard took us down memory lane discussing his days with the Kings, being traded from the Kings to the Pacers, what it was like to play with Jermaine O'Neal, his favorite college and NBA teammates along with his favorite style of hair throughout his career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FOX Sports Radio Weekend hosts Martin Weiss and Veejay Huskey are in for Chris and Rob, and the guys discuss Justin Fields' ongoing audition to become the QB1 for the Pittsburgh Steelers, debate whether JJ McCarthy should be a lock to be at worst the QB2 for the Minnesota Vikings and explain why they had a small problem with Kevin Durant clapping back at ‘unpatriotic' Denver Nuggets fans.  Plus, former NBA veteran and FOX Sport Radio NBA analyst Olden Polynice swings by to discuss why Jayson Tatum keeps getting benched during the Olympics, what potential problems France could present Team USA in the gold medal game, why Joel Embiid is openly talking about playing for Cameroon in 2028, his biggest issue with Steve Kerr and his coaching staff, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NFL quarterback Shaun King is in for Rob, and he and Chris explain why Kevin Durant has to shoulder some of the blame for what's gone wrong with the Phoenix Suns… but that doesn't mean he should force a trade out of town, why the additions of Mikal Bridges and OG Anunoby makes the New York Knicks a legitimate championship contender and discuss whether Bronny will outperform his draft position. Plus, former NBA veteran Anthony Tolliver swings by to discuss Bronny James' transition to the NBA, how players in the Los Angeles Lakers locker room might respond to LeBron James' son being on the team and the work he's curently doing with former players in the world of insurance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NFL offensive lineman and FOX Sports Radio Weekend host Ephraim Salaam is in for Rob, and he and Chris discuss why the number of Black players in professional baseball continues to dwindle and share their thoughts on the uncertain future of free-agent-to-be Paul George. Plus, former NBA veteran and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Kerry Kittles swings by to discuss the Los Angeles Lakers' decision to hire JJ Redick as their next head coach, how the non-LeBron players might respond to such an inexperienced hire, why it's far from a lock that Team USA will bring home the gold at the Olympics and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob debate whether the Jacksonville Jaguars made a mistake by making Trevor Lawrence the largest contract in NFL history and tell us why Jayson Tatum shouldn't dwell on the fact that he's unlikely to win the NBA Finals MVP. Plus, former NBA veteran and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Kerry Kittles swings by to discuss the Boston Celtics' overwhelming depth, Luka Doncic's overall immaturity, whether we can expect the Dallas Mavericks can get back to the NBA Finals next season and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob share their biggest takeaways from the Boston Celtics explosive Game 1 win over the Dallas Mavericks, tell us why this New York Yankees vs Los Angeles Dodgers matchup feels like a World Series preview and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob's nightly bets. Plus, former NBA veteran and Bally Sports Southwest TV analyst Derek Harper swings by to discuss how the Mavs can get Kyrie Irving going, why the return of Kristaps Porzingis takes the Celtics offense to another level, the narrative that Luka Doncic is the greatest player in Mavericks history and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob discuss which duo they trust more heading into the NBA Finals: Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving or Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, tell us why LeBron James has a propensity for always inserting himself into national conversations that have nothing to do with him and explain how Aaron Judge and Juan Soto are having arguably the greatest offensive season ever for a duo. Plus, fomer NBA veteran and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Kerry Kittles swings by to discuss why he's picking the Dallas Mavericks to win the NBA championship, how Dan Hurley might fare as potentially the next head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, his own experiences playing for a former college coach in the pros (John Calipari) and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob tell us if yet another young star (like Luka Doncic, Anthony Edwards or Jayson Tatum) winning an NBA championship puts added pressure on Joel Embiid and explain why the NFL made the right decision picking Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears for this season's edition of Hard Knocks. Plus, former NBA veteran and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Kerry Kittles swings by to discuss the reasons behind the NBA's injury problem, the difficulties of playing in a closeout game in the NBA Playoffs, the Karl-Antony Towns conundrum in Minnesota and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob tell us if The Ringer screwed up by placing Luka Doncic fourth in their most recent Top 25 Under 25 list and share their thoughts on a few of their favorite TV sitcoms from back in the day. Plus, former NBA veteran and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Kerry Kittles swings by to discuss his overall optimism about the Boston Celtics, what makes Luka Doncic such a tough cover for defenders, if the Dallas Mavericks should be viewed as the championship favorites and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob debate whether the NFL was out of line for publicly condemning Harrison Butker's comments promoting traditional Catholic beliefs and tell us if the Dallas Mavericks have what it takes to make a run to the NBA Finals. Plus, former NBA veteran and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Kerry Kittles swings by to discuss why he believes Jalen Brunson has eclipsed Kevin Durant in the NBA's hierarchy, how Nikola Jokic compares to other great centers of the past and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob discuss Byron Scott's assertion that the Los Angeles lakers should consider hiring LeBron James as the player-coach since they let him run everything else within the organization and debate whether playing center field is the biggest reason for Mike Trout being injury prone. Plus, former NBA veteran and Oklahoma City Thunder TV analyst Michael Cage swings by to discuss why he felt Shai Gilgeous-Alexander deserved to win the NBA MVP award, how the Thunder became so good so fast as such a young team, Chet Holmgren's long-term outlook and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob tell us why it's blasphemous to suggest that Jalen Brunson is already an NBA superstar and the Odd Couple Crew debates the best way to deal with social media trolls in this week's edition of Shop Talk. Plus, former NBA veteran and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Kerry Kittles swings by to discuss why players love to play in New York, why he's picking the Minnesota Timberwolves to upset the Denver Nuggets in the second round and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob explain why other current and retired athletes should use Reggie Bush's Heisman Trophy ‘vindication' as an excuse to come clean about their own transgression, debate whether the Detroit Lions' decision to double-down on his current group of players is a good idea and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob's nightly bets. Plus, former NBA veteran and FOX Sports NBA analyst Kerry Kittles swings by to discuss all the biggest NBA Playoffs storylines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.