Podcasts about New York Knicks

Nick Wright reacts to Sam Darnold leading the Seattle Seahawks to the Super Bowl for a matchup with Drake Maye's New England Patriots. Later, Nick reacts to Bill Belichick's Hall of Fame snub and breaks down whether it is understandable for the legendary coach to not be a first ballot Hall of Famer. Next, Nick shares potential landing spots for Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo including the New York Knicks, Golden State Warriors, and San Antonio Spurs! #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boomer and Gio react to the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade demand and the possibility of him becoming a Knick. Plus, SNY Knicks reporter Ian Begley joins Evan & Tiki to talk Giannis and more (12:13); Evan & Tiki give their thoughts of a potential Giannis trade (28:58); Craig Carton and C-Mac talk Giannis to the Knicks with ‘Basketball Jones' (46:17), and Craig and C-Mac on the likelihood that the Knicks part ways with Karl-Anthony Towns for Giannis (57:39).

Boomer and Gio react to the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade demand and the possibility of him becoming a Knick. Plus, SNY Knicks reporter Ian Begley joins Evan & Tiki to talk Giannis and more (12:13); Evan & Tiki give their thoughts of a potential Giannis trade (28:58); Craig Carton and C-Mac talk Giannis to the Knicks with ‘Basketball Jones' (46:17), and Craig and C-Mac on the likelihood that the Knicks part ways with Karl-Anthony Towns for Giannis (57:39).

Boomer & Gio hear Jon Gruden's reaction to reports linking him to the Jets and give their take. Plus, should the Knicks aggressively pursue Giannis in the trade market? (12:12) Bill Belichick misses the Hall of Fame and what it says about the voting (24:24); what are the Jets' QB options for next year? (37:29) Boomer asks Gio to rank the head coach hirings in the NFL (46:02); more on the Mets clubhouse atmosphere and Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor (54:39)

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Bobby Marks and Kevin Pelton to discuss the four teams that have expressed the most interest in Giannis including what each one can offer. Plus, the guys talk if New York should get involved and the ways the Knicks could possibly put together a deal. Then, we talk if it is time for the Cavs to make some changes before breaking down some of the more interesting free agents for 2027. Finally, we explain why the Thunder have been mentioned in some trade rumors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter Vecsey would be very skeptical of investing a lot to bring Giannis to the Knicks. Also tells stories of covering the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is a Friday Free for all from the callers. Brian Windhorst says it is advantageous to the Bucks to wait until the offseason. Also the Knicks do not appear to be "all in" on getting Giannis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(0:00) Bill Belichick snubbed, Is Nick Sirianni a top 5 coaching hire?  (27:16) Drake Maye not at 100%, Should Broncos fans be concerned? (39:27) Knicks, Heat, T-Wolves and Warriors among suitors for Giannis (48:11) BUD List (01:11:31) Eli Manning not in HOF, Did Belichick getting snubbed hurt his legacy? (01:23:30) Sam Darnold favorite to win SB MVP (01:29:52) Should Patriots fans be worried about Drake Maye? (01:50:55) Frenemies (02:04:46) Bo Nix responds to Sean Payton's injury remarks (02:11:51) Eagles hire Sean Mannion as OC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 opens with Jon Gruden finally addressing the rumor mill on Tampa sports radio, flatly saying there was “never anything” from the New York Jets. Evan and Tiki Barber dig into what that actually means, parsing the difference between an “offer” versus contact through agents, friends, or back channels, and why the wording can be technically true while still avoiding the full story. They also push back hard on fans dismissing credible reporting, defending Diana Russini and Zack Rosenblatt and explaining how information can be real while still being shaped by the motivations of whoever leaked it. The conversation turns into a bigger question: who benefits from the Gruden chatter being out there, and could it make Aaron Glenn look better or worse depending on what gets pinned on him versus Woody Johnson? Then the show takes a left turn into comedy when a caller, Ozzie from Woodridge, “bullies” both Evan and Shaun about their hair on YouTube, leading to on-air style changes, hat reveals, and plenty of roasting. On the phones, the Malik Willis conversation heats up with callers pitching him as a real Jets swing, plus trade ideas and fear that he ends up elsewhere. The hour closes by pivoting to the NBA trade deadline drama: how a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo move could ripple into a New York Knicks decision on Karl-Anthony Towns, why Oklahoma City Thunder and Golden State Warriors keep getting mentioned, and the ultimate high-risk debate: is Anthony Davis worth the gamble if you are chasing a title?

With the NBA trade deadline days away, the conversation turns into pure domino math: what happens to the New York Knicks if Giannis Antetokounmpo does not get moved, and why that directly impacts Karl-Anthony Towns. Evan and Tiki Barber lay out the “60/40” trade vibe, the incentive for Giannis to move before the deadline, and why the Bucks might wait for a better summer offer. They also explain why the Knicks are boxed in by pick rules and roster construction, meaning a separate KAT deal could actually hurt their chances if the real goal is a future Giannis swing. The segment then pivots to fit, coaching, and buy-in, including a telling quote from Mikal Bridges about being “coachable,” and what it says about the Knicks identity under Mike Brown. The calls bring the chaos: are the Oklahoma City Thunder the real threat with all that draft capital, do the Golden State Warriors have the Super Bowl-week buzz angle, and is the ultimate gamble worth it, flipping KAT for Anthony Davis if it means a higher title ceiling?

It is a packed sports and pop culture run as the Brooklyn Nets hit the road, the New York Rangers, New Jersey Devils, and New York Islanders all take the ice, and New York Knicks host the Los Angeles Lakers at MSG in what might be the hottest ticket in years. Then the conversation veers into WWE madness with the Royal Rumble airing at a very strange Saturday afternoon time from Saudi Arabia. Viewing habits get debated, streaming platforms get questioned, and bold predictions are made, including a surprise pick involving Braun Breaker, plus talk of Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, Liv Morgan, and Sami Zayn. And just when things cannot get any more unhinged, the weekly fan favorite returns as “Idiots With Idioms” delivers an all time long, chaotic recap of verbal slip ups across the station. Sports, wrestling, nostalgia, and total nonsense all wrapped into one very busy segment.

The 4th and final hour of Evan & Tiki is packed with Jets drama and classic WFAN chaos. Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic joins to break down the reported Jon Gruden phone call with the Jets, who made the call, Aaron Glenn's shaky footing, Woody Johnson's involvement, and the uncertain plan at offensive coordinator and quarterback. Plus, calls on the Rangers vs Islanders rivalry, Knicks history debates, Mets vs Yankees lineup arguments, WWE Royal Rumble predictions, and a hilarious edition of Idiots With Idioms to close out the show.

Evan starts by waving the white flag on winter, then quickly pivots into a debate that takes over the segment: why are Los Angeles Lakers at New York Knicks tickets at Madison Square Garden suddenly the hottest regular-season get in years? Is it the “last chance” to see LeBron James in the Garden, is it actually about Luka Dončić, or is it just pure MSG hype? The crew argues about whether LeBron even has a real Garden legacy, why Barclays does not command the same prices, and how much of this is New York chasing a moment they do not want to miss. Along the way, callers weigh in on the iconic player plus iconic venue theory, and Evan admits he once paid big to see LeBron and barely remembers the details now, making the whole “last chance” logic even funnier. Then the segment takes a sharp turn into classic New York chaos when a caller tries to pitch a blockbuster New York Mets and New York Yankees trade involving Juan Soto, and Evan shuts it down fast, with plenty of jokes and disbelief before the show rolls on.

The conversation picks up on the Jon Gruden storyline with Evan laying out why, if the idea truly came from ownership, it would signal just how desperate the New York Jets might be. Evan argues that if Jon Gruden ever returns to coaching, it would take both money and real power, and the Jets might be the only team willing to hand him the keys to the franchise. The crew also discusses the unspoken reality that any team openly embracing Gruden could face quiet backlash from the rest of the league, even if fans never see it publicly. From there, the phones flip the segment toward hockey and New York sports pride. Callers gush over Matthew Schaefer, with bold claims that he is already the new king of New York sports. Evan pushes back on the hype, agreeing Schaefer is special but cautioning against crowning dynasties after a few months, which turns into a heated back and forth about prospects, sure things, and why fans always protect their own guys. The segment closes with a classic Knicks history argument as callers debate who really kept the New York Knicks from winning a championship in the 1990s. Evan breaks down why both Michael Jordan and Hakeem Olajuwon were roadblocks, but draws a clear distinction with LeBron James, arguing LeBron never haunted the Knicks the way Jordan did, and that the lingering resentment toward him says more about fan emotion than actual history.

The Rangers get swept but dos it count? The Jets may have another QB option, the Knicks prep for Lebron, and much more

Evan finally tapping out on winter, then immediately pivots into the strangest market story in New York sports right now: why Los Angeles Lakers at New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden has turned into a premium ticket that is somehow bigger than recent LeBron visits and even other historic regular-season moments. Evan challenges the idea that this is about a “last chance” to see LeBron James at MSG, arguing there is no real Garden legacy the way Michael Jordan had, and questioning why the cheaper Barclays Center option does not scratch the same itch. Then the twist: a caller insists the real draw is Luka Dončić, not LeBron, which sends the crew into a full LeBron vs Luka demand debate, including the “iconic player, iconic venue” argument and whether paying that kind of money is actually worth it years later. From there the segment veers into pure Nets anxiety. A caller asks for a sanity check on reports and speculation linking Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Brooklyn Nets, and Evan goes off: if the Nets chase Giannis right now while tanking, he wants heads to roll. He breaks down what is real reporting versus dot-connecting, why offseason timing matters, and why Brooklyn should only be involved as a facilitator for assets, not as a desperate buyer. The rant brings back an all-time flashback to Evan's on-air reaction to the James Harden trade, and he warns that a Giannis move would make that meltdown look tame.

The Super Bowl matchup is set. ATH reacts to both AFC and NFC championship games (1:34), a rant on Bill Belichick not making the HOF on the first try (15:57), and the Pro Bowl is officially dead (19:30) and the state of the NY Knicks (21:36). Then a recurring guest comes on to talk Yankees off season, baseball as a whole and gloats about his NY Islanders (31:01). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Should the Knicks be patient with their pursuit of Giannis? Also, Woody Johnson is far too involved with the Jets right now & Dave is anti-kindness committee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

By the time we're on the air on Monday, will Giannis be on the Knicks? And Plays of the Week from Raymond! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It feels like Woody Johnson is way too involved with the Jets right now. How does this ever get better? Also, what would a realistic Giannis trade look like for the Knicks? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It feels like Giannis will be moved in the next week. Which team is the biggest competition to the Knicks? Plus, it may be the offseason but the Jets are still losing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

- Can the Knicks move Towns for Giannis?- MPJ a Net long term?- The Tank is on!- What is really going on with the Knicks and Towns?

Should the Knicks make a move for Giannis right now, in the offseason, or avoid him all together? What would it cost & who else is interested in Giannis? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Friday January 30th. Munaf Manji and Dave Essler closed out the final week of January with a wide ranging betting discussion that blended NBA analysis, early Super Bowl angles, and a review of recent results. The show opened with a recap of Thursday night's NBA slate, where prior handicaps largely held up. A Pistons Suns under cashed despite a fast first half, aided by a slow fourth quarter once Phoenix built a commanding lead. Minnesota's outright win over Oklahoma City and Miami's narrow victory over Chicago also aligned with expectations, while the lone frustration came from Dallas, where a high scoring Hornets Mavericks game spoiled an under despite a favorable closing number. The conversation highlighted how game flow and late quarter dynamics can ultimately decide totals regardless of early pace. Attention then shifted to Friday's NBA card, beginning with Portland visiting New York. Both hosts focused on situational factors, including Portland's injuries, the end of an East Coast trip, and the Knicks' upcoming matchup with the Lakers. While New York has been strong as a home favorite, Essler emphasized Portland's improved recent defense and the likelihood of a controlled tempo, particularly if Robert Williams were to play. The consensus leaned toward the under, with both suggesting a scenario where New York pulls ahead and manages minutes late. The second featured matchup was Toronto at Orlando, where the low total drew immediate attention. Orlando's recent defensive struggles contrasted with Toronto's consistency, especially on the road. Despite the Magic playing without Franz Wagner, Essler viewed the total as over adjusted, while Manji focused on a Raptors bounce back spot after a lopsided loss to New York. That led to support for Toronto on the money line and a Raptors team total over, based on Orlando's declining defensive efficiency. The show also briefly touched on the rest of the Friday schedule, noting interest in Cavaliers Suns, Clippers Nuggets, and a high variance Nets Jazz matchup, as well as the Lakers Wizards game, which later became Manji's best bet over due to both teams' defensive issues and pace considerations. NFL discussion followed, starting with prop bets tied to Super Bowl 60. Essler recommended Marcus Jones over tackles and assists, citing his role near the line of scrimmage and consistent usage in recent playoff games. Manji countered with a combined sacks over, pointing to pressure tendencies from both defenses and the likelihood of disrupted quarterback play. Speculation about minor injuries to Drake May was dismissed as noise, with both agreeing that any serious concern would already be reflected in the market. The episode concluded with best bets, Essler backing a scoring over for George in a favorable matchup, and Manji riding another Lakers over. The tone remained analytical but pragmatic, reinforcing the idea that value comes from understanding context, market movement, and how games are likely to unfold rather than simply chasing headlines or narratives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 4: The KAT conundrum and why waiting for Giannis is a better option. Cat names and can the Knicks win it all with KAT?

Hour 2: Tommy discusses the recent news about KAT and the Knicks and talks about the possibility of going after Giannis.

Jayson Buford is a writer. A New Yorker born and raised, he is a diehard Knicks and Yankees fan with bylines that include Billboard, CR Fashion Book, GQ, Brooklyn Magazine and more.Check out Jayson's Substack, Lots of Commas.We met at the legendary Jumbo's Clown Room and Harvard and Stone.Cinephile by day, cinephile by night so go scroll his Letterboxd.This is not a fire drill, this is the real thing.Host of the Jayson Buford Show.Please welcome Jayson Buford to Wear Many Hats.⁠⁠instagram.com/jaybuf⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/wearmanyhatswmh⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/rashadrastam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rashadrastam.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠wearmanyhats.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Can you believe this story about The Hoodie? The Pro Football Hall of Fame snubs Bill Belichick. NFL stars are aghast! NFL Hirings and Firings with Steelers, Browns, Raiders, Cardinals, Jets, Buccaneers, Titans, Broncos. Chargers introduce new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel. Big Ten 2026 Schedule Indiana, Michigan, Oregon, Ohio State. Padres' rumors. NBA Bidding War opens for Bucks, Knicks, Warriors, Grizzlies, Bulls. Hockey Hotline Canucks, Rangers, Kings. Brooks Koepka returns to PGA Tour at Farmers Open Torrey Pines San Diego. Hot Headlines in tennis, soccer, auto racing. Got a question or comment for the Bleepin' Brilliant guy? Drop your take in the live chat on YouTube, X or Facebook. Here's what Lee Hamilton thinks on Thursday, January 29, 2026.   1)...BILL BELICHICK...FRIENDS-FOES-HALL OF FAME "HOODIE-VS-HALL FAME"   ...Robert Kraft...Bill belongs. ...Tom Brady...No coach should be 1st time vote-if not him ...JJ Watt...Irresponsible ...Patrick Mahomes...Insane ...Jimmie Johnson...Who are assholes that voted no ...Bill Cowher... Standard of excellence ...Bill Polian...Voted for him...some wanted a year's penalty. ...Kurt Warner...Most accomplished ever   2)...NFL NOTEBOOK...WILD WEEK "HIRINGS...FIRINGS"   STEELERS...BROWNS RAIDERS...ARIZONA JETS...TAMPA BAY TITANS...BRONCOS   3)...CHARGERS...NEW OFF COORDINATOR ARRIVES…MIKE MC DANIEL "YALE NERD-WINS PRESS CONFERENCE"   ...Fired up...Geeked up...High Spirited ...I am selfish-want to be a better coach. ...Justin Herbert has hunger...not near his ceiling...driven. ...Will adopt my skillset to his talents. …No hostage offense...will be relentless. …Motion packages make defenses overplay. ...Offense is about angles...windows...quick throws. ...We want a trophy today. ...Harbaugh & I are one and same-except he's a bit taller.   4)...BIG 10-CONFERENCE "2026-SCHEDULE...WILD"   INDIANA...Ohio State-Michigan * OREGON...Ohio State-Michigan * MICHIGAN...Penn State-Indiana * OHIO STATE...at Indiana-USC-Iowa-Texas   ========== (HALFTIME...DIXIELINE LUMBER ========== 5)...PADRES...NOT DONE DEALING "TRADE-FREE AGENT RUMORS"   6)...NBA...TRADE DEADLINE "BIDDING WAR OPENS"   GIANNIS ANTETOKOUNMPO KARL ANTHONY TOWNS JON KUMINGA JIMMY BUTLER JA MORANT COLBY WHITE   7)...NHL NOTEBOOK…CANUCKS/NY RANGERS/KINGS "INJURIES-TRADE RUMORS"   8)...PGA TOUR...TORREY PINES…BROOKS KOEPKA "KOEPKA COMMENTS?"   ...Nervous-not know how I will be treated. ...This is a very different feel. ...I came home for family...wife lost a baby. ...Family did not travel with me last year. ...I don't regret the move to LIV. ...Don't know how solve it...not a political guy. ...LIV is a traveling circus. ...Tough conversations ahead ...Tiger Woods opened the path for me to come back. ...Woods-'You turned your back on tour made you great.'   9)...HOT HEADLINES "OFF THE SPORTSWIRE"   AUSTRALIAN OPEN FIFA SOCCER USA SOCCER FORMULA 1 ================   #MLB #yankees #PADRES #ajpreller #nickpivetta #PAULGOLDSCHMIDT #nfl #DOLPHINS #JETS #PATRIOTS #BROWNS #STEELERS #TITANS #RAIDERS #BRONCOS #EAGLES #BUCS #CARDINALS #raiders #chargers #justinherbert #JIMHARBAUGH #MIKEMCDANIEL #SEANMCDERMOTT #aaronrodgers #bonix #seanpayton #MIKEMCCARTHY #nicksirianni #JIMSCHWARTZ #ROBERTSALEH #KLINTKUBIAK #knicks #bucks #WARRIORS #grizzlies #BULLS #jamorant #jimmybutler #jonathankuminga #GIANNISANTETOKOUNMPO #KARLANTHONYTOWNS #COBYWHITE #ucla #usc #oregon #ohiostate #indiana #CURTCIGNETTI #nhl #KINGS #canucks #rangers #THATCHERDEMKO #f1 #cadillacracing #teamusa #tigerwoods #pga #livgolf #philmickelson #brookskoepka #scottiescheffler #JJSPAUN #xanderschauffele #carlosalcaraz #janniksinner #AUSTRALIANOPEN #FIFA     Be sure to share this episode with a friend! ☆☆ STAY CONNECTED ☆☆ For more of Hacksaw's Headlines, The Best 15 Minutes, One Man's Opinion, and Hacksaw's Pro Football Notebook: http://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/ SUBSCRIBE on YouTube for more reactions, upcoming shows and more! ► https://www.youtube.com/c/leehacksawhamiltonsports FACEBOOK ➡ https://www.facebook.com/leehacksaw.hamilton.9 TWITTER ➡ https://twitter.com/hacksaw1090 TIKTOK ➡ https://www.tiktok.com/@leehacksawhamilton INSTAGRAM ➡ https://www.instagram.com/leehacksawhamiltonsports/ To get the latest news and information about sports, join Hacksaw's Insider's Group. It's free! https://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/team/ Thank you to our sponsors: Dixieline Lumber and Home Centers https://www.dixieline.com/  

(SHOW OPEN): Knicks fans must let go of the Giannis dream because it is not going to happen.

On Night 14 of 40 Days & 40 Nights, EJ discusses the report that Karl Anthony Towns holds hard feelings against the Knicks over the team's Summer pursuit over Giannis Antetokounmpo, Drake Maye showing up on the injury report with a shoulder issue, the Eagles hiring Sean Mannion as new offensive coordinator, Emmanuel Acho giving terrible advice to Shedeur Sanders and J. Cole and Drake appearing to be on bad terms Watch "40 Days & 40 Nights" hosted by EJ Stewart LIVE every Weekday at 8am & 6pm Eastern on YouTube, X and Instagram!

CP The Fanchise is joined by NBA front office insider Keith Smith to breakdown the NBA Trade Deadline and react to the latest rumors:Can the Knicks land Giannis?The sleeper team that will get GiannisWill Ja Morant be traded? The Easter Conference team no one is talking aboutWhat are the Lakers up to?PLUS caller reactions. Subscribe to the podcast feed!Support the show

The Knicks are looking to move Karl Anthony Towns. But the real question is why?

That's right, don't be a follower. The Knicks need to stand their ground. Do not give LeBron James a tribute video!

That's right, don't be a follower. The Knicks need to stand their ground. Do not give LeBron James a tribute video! Craig got a message from a listener that said something to him that he's never heard before. Plus a lot of Jets issues are discussed! The Knicks are looking to move Karl Anthony Towns. But the real question is why? Craig thinks Josh Hart is getting fined after giving the guns towards the Raptors bench. Athletes have to stop with the finger guns!

Is there an avenue where the Knicks can get Giannis? Dan Orlovsky says it was a huge blow to the Giants when Todd Monken took the Browns' head coaching job because he would have been the perfect play caller for Jaxson Dart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Wright discusses Bill Belichick not making the Pro Football Hall of Fame as a first-ballot head coach, the NFL world’s reactions, and the reasons behind it. Then, Nick weighs in on the latest reports out of Milwaukee where it seems the Bucks are finally ready to trade Giannis Antetokounmpo. Nick discusses the rumors surrounding the top trade partners for the Bucks' star including the New York Knicks and Golden State Warriors. After, Nick recaps the NFL coaching carousel, with the Cleveland Browns, Buffalo Bills, Baltimore Ravens, and Pittsburgh Steelers landing new head coaches. Later, Nick and Damonza answer your questions. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Evan and Tiki react to Brian Cashman's media session and the line that set Yankee fans off: the idea the Yankees are not “running it back.” Is he right, just terrible at saying it, or both? The guys debate whether last year's trade deadline basically was the Yankees' offseason, what's still missing without a true Soto replacement, and how the team should handle Anthony Volpe's rehab and role when he returns. Then the calls roll in, from prospect trade debates and “go get a bat” arguments, to a Mets tangent on Eugenio Suárez vs. giving Mark Vientos one last runway. Hour wraps with Knicks trade chatter and Mikal Bridges' brutally honest “entitlement” quote as Giannis rumors hang in the background. Time Codes 00:00 — Cashman meets the media, Yankees fans immediately annoyed 01:18 — “Just say it's similar” vs Cashman over-explaining why they're different 02:23 — The blunt truth: “They added ONE player” and it feels like the same roster 04:41 — Bigger issue: 15 years, one World Series run, and no Soto replacement 05:15 — Tiki's counter: Cashman is right, just said it in the worst way 05:55 — The trade deadline as the real “offseason” and why that's actually unique 07:03 — AL East framing: Blue Jays, Red Sox, and why “track record” matters 10:40 — “Leave no doubt” offseason vs Yankees budgeting, Dodgers standards, and choices 16:24 — Volpe update: “110%” and “deploy properly” sounds like a role change 18:49 — Call: Yankee fan talks trades, Dominguez and Spencer Jones, and patience 24:30 — Call: Mets tangent, Kyle Tucker opt-out mechanics and the Suárez debate 26:12 — Mark Vientos “final stand” season and why a one-year vet could block him 28:05 — Call: Paul Skenes trade fantasy, prospect “forbidden fruit,” and control years 31:17 — The “pied-à-terre” detour and why it turns into a comedy bit 35:42 — Call: Yankees flexibility, then Knicks trade anxiety after a win 40:14 — Mikal Bridges' “entitlement” quote, being coachable, and trade-rumor pressure 43:16 — Giannis reality check: if it happens, Bridges is likely in the deal

The crew goes off on the Hall of Fame “leak season” and argues why the NFL should stop the slow drip and just make it a true NFL Honors moment. Then it turns into a full Hall of Fame courtroom: why Bill Belichick didn't get in (and whether “still coaching” is the real reason), how the voting rules have changed for coaches, contributors, and veterans, and why conspiracy theories pop up the second the process gets murky. Plus, the Giants angle: is Eli Manning a first-ballot lock or a classic “he'll get in, just not right away” case? The guys go through the finalists list, debate what actually matters now (stats vs. greatness vs. uniqueness), and push back on the loudest anti-Eli arguments. And to close it out, the Knicks get a major piece of outside help as a new report throws real uncertainty into Jayson Tatum's return timeline, which could flip the entire East playoff picture.

Hour 4 of Evan & Tiki gets wild as a Vikings fan letter sparks a deep dive into a long-forgotten conspiracy theory accusing the Giants of cheating in the 2000 NFC Championship Game. Tiki Barber shuts it down in emphatic fashion, breaking down why the 41-0 blowout was no fluke. Plus, calls on Jets patience, Yankees playoff expectations, Cody Bellinger's awkward press conference, Knicks trade rumors involving Giannis, Super Bowl QB matchups, and classic Evan & Tiki chaos to close the show.

Is there actual tension brewing between Bo Nix and Sean Payton, or is it just a miscommunication blown up into a storyline? The guys react to the “verbal spat” vibes, Payton joking about Nix's medical history, and why that kind of honesty might play with fans but can rub a quarterback the wrong way. Then the conversation turns into pure Jets desperation logic. If there's even a whiff of a QB being unhappy somewhere, Jets fans start drawing up trades on a napkin. Would you take a swing on Bo Nix if the price was somehow reasonable, or is Tiki right that it's pointless without the coach and infrastructure that made him succeed in the first place? The crew debates the fantasy vs. reality, the “we've got nothing to lose” mindset, and why a Denver breakup doesn't automatically mean a New York solution. And then the Knicks get the kind of outside help that changes a season. A new report adds real uncertainty to Jayson Tatum's return outlook, which could swing the East race and reshape what a Celtics matchup looks like in the spring.

Evan and Tiki kick off with the numbers behind what it feels like everyone has noticed: the NFL playoffs have been called looser, with penalties way down and offensive holding dropping dramatically. They debate whether it's simply better, cleaner teams or a deliberate “let them play” postseason emphasis, plus the rare moments when the whistle suddenly tightens and drives everyone crazy. Then it shifts back to New York sports expectations. A Yankees caller argues that being better on Opening Day actually matters and that Cashman can always patch holes at the deadline. That leads to a bigger discussion about how low the bar has gotten for Yankees fans, what upgrade they actually wanted, and why the bullpen still feels like the shakiest part of the 2026 picture. Finally, the Knicks conversation turns into a full-on Giannis reality check. The guys replay his famous “is this season a failure?” press conference exchange and ask the only question that matters if he lands in New York: can that mindset survive the Knicks' championship-or-bust pressure, the media, and the fan base after a playoff loss.

Evan and Tiki dive into the idea of “forbidden fruit” trades and what it would actually take for Yankees fans to part with elite young talent in a true blockbuster scenario. The conversation shifts to roster flexibility, prospects earning real opportunities, and why patience still matters more than panic. From there, the focus moves to the Knicks, where recent wins clash with ongoing trade rumors. The guys break down why Mikal Bridges still divides the fan base, how his own comments about coachability and entitlement stood out, and why any serious pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo would almost certainly have to include Bridges. A classic Evan and Tiki segment that blends big swings, reality checks, and a few entertaining detours along the way.

The Giannis trade chatter keeps building, and this segment hits it from every angle. It starts with Robin Lopez saying Giannis “fits” best with the Miami Heat, which immediately sets off the pushback. Do the Heat really want it more, or is that just Pat Riley mythology? From there, Evan and Tiki reveal they made Giannis trade predictions months ago and decide to keep them sealed until a deal actually happens. Calls pour in and quickly turn the conversation to the Knicks' real problem: if you're trading for Giannis, what exactly is “the core” you're trying to protect? Jalen Brunson is the obvious untouchable, but everything else gets debated, including Josh Hart's impact on the locker room and how many key pieces you realistically have to give up. Then it becomes the biggest question of all: can Giannis handle New York? The guys break down his famous “failure” press conference moment and argue that the explanation might play in Milwaukee, but it will not fly here. In New York, if you gut the roster for a superstar, the expectation becomes simple: win a championship, or it's a failure.

Giannis Antetokounmpo wants out of Milwaukee. How aggressive should Leon Rose be in trying to bring him to the Knicks? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do the Knicks need to go and get Giannis in the next week? Plus, Eli Manning still isn't in the Hall of Fame. Should he be? And the Giants need an OC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A caller wonders if Frank Reich is the right fit to lead the Jets' offense or if he should eye the Giants' opening for a chance to work with Jaxson Dart. There's also Jets QB uncertainty to ponder. We cover Cody Bellinger's Yankees return, and the growing buzz surrounding a potential Knicks trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo. Plus, the Rangers' decision to sit Artemi Panarin.

The Jets coaching situation is a mess as Aaron Glenn tries to fill coordinator jobs. Plus, we recap a busy night in local sports, including Cody Bellinger's return to the Bronx and a dominant showing for the Islanders and Knicks. Also, a little more about Frank Reich taking the Jets job...like why.

Sean Payton on Bo Nix's ankle annoys the QB. The Knicks beat the Raptors in Toronto. The Moment of The Day: Boomer's Bengals and MTV's Bangles.

Lots of local talk today. The Jets' coaching search turns into a "disaster," with Aaron Glenn taking over defensive play-calling while the team desperately courts Frank Reich to salvage the offense. We talk a Knicks trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo that could cost them big players, plus, the Rangers' decision to bench Artemi Panarin. Sean Payton's odd comments on Bo Nix's injury and the Yankees welcoming back Cody Bellinger round things up, and we even have time for a few laughs here and there.