Podcast appearances and mentions of Shams Charania

What are the best sporting events to go to in person? Callers & the crew debate which they like the most. Then, they discuss the best & worst case scenarios for Giannis and Austin Reaves this year. After, Former USMNT player DaMarcus Beasley joins to react to the USA's loss to Turkiye, and what we should expect moving forward. Plus, Shams Charania gave us an update on Jaylen Brown this morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jones and Keefe start todays show with reacting to Shams Charania saying that the Celtics are looking to trade Jaylen brown for four first round picks. Why are they trying to acquire picks right now?

Shams Charania reported that the Hornets have been engaged in trade talks for LaMelo Ball. Where would make the most sense for him to end up? Then, we get a Paddy the Caddie update from Pat's day with Michael Kim yesterday. Plus, Austin Reaves signed a 4-year, $185M deal with the Lakers. What does this mean for their future, and what does it mean for LeBron? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shams Charania reported that the Hornets have been engaged in trade talks for LaMelo Ball. Where would make the most sense for him to end up? Then, we get a Paddy the Caddie update from Pat's day with Michael Kim yesterday. Plus, Austin Reaves signed a 4-year, $185M deal with the Lakers. What does this mean for their future, and what does it mean for LeBron? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Christian Arcand Show | Wednesday, June 24, 2026

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about Giannis Antetokounmpo officially being traded to the Miami Heat for a number of players including Tyler Herro and a bunch of picks, plus tonight's NBA Draft, the NFL denying Brendan Sorsby's supplemental draft request, more World Cup action, and everything else happening in the sports world. They are also joined by several great guests including ESPN Senior NBA Insider Shams Charania, 18 year NBA veteran, NBA Champion, and ESPN NBA analyst Richard Jefferson, after being acquired from from the Ottawa Senators by the Florida Panthers both Brady and Matthew Tkachuk; USMNT midfielder Tyler Adams; Telemundo commentator and 6x Emmy Winner Andres Cantor; 2x Major Champion after winning another US Open, Wyndham Clark; and ESPN Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter.  Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

KALSHI: Download the Kalshi app and use code PHILLYTAKE to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Giannis Antetokounmpo is about to be traded within the next 24 hours, before the start of the 2026 NBA Draft. According to Shams Charania, it is down to the Boston Celtics & the Miami Heat. So which team has the better offer? And how will this affect the Eastern Conference? In other news, Trae Young signed a massive 4-year contract with the Wizards after opting out of his player option... and it shocked everyone. Lastly, could any draft trades or surprises be on the horizon for the Sixers tomorrow night? Today, we discuss it all! FOLLOW US ON ALL PLATFORMS: https://linktr.ee/phillytakewithrb CHECK OUT THE NEW MERCH: https://phillytakewithrb.com/ Philly Take Discord: https://discord.gg/vEXh2Aqp Venmo: https://venmo.com/phillytakewithrb CashApp: https://cash.app/$phillytakewithrb Subscribe to Philly Take with RB on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ6xo8_BSzZJVYfWEqEt1Gw INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rbphillytake/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RBPhillyTake Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join CLNS Media's John Zannis, Noa Dalzell Bobby Manning as they go LIVE with instant reaction to the Heat acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo via trade. They also discuss Shams Charania report that the Celtics aggressively pursued Giannis, offering Milwaukee a package featuring 2024 Finals MVP Jaylen Brown and two first-round picks. 00:00 Heat Acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo 5:45 How will Jaylen Brown feel? 13:30 Worst case scenario? 30:00 Will Celtics still trade Jaylen Brown? The Garden Report on CLNS Media is Powered by:

With the Bucks deadline looming, Shams Charania reveals latest developments around potential Giannis trade #giannisantetokounmpo #milwaukeebucks #miamiheatbasketball #bostonceltics #jaylenbrown #espn #nba #nbaoffseason #nbatraderumors #nbatradenews

"Mama, give me needle." Shams Charania has finally arrived in the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes to issue a big report: It's the Heat or the Celtics, and Jaylen Brown is on the table. Amin is here to break down the details of the potential deals, what they mean for the future of the league, and to deliver his World Cup Observations. Plus, we learn that someone on the crew is a snake guy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap Wyndham Clark's impressive wire-to-wire US Open win with a very contentious Shinnecock crowd behind him, plus they go over all the different World Cup action that happened over the weekend, plus everything else that's happening in both the NFL and the sports world as a whole. They're also joined by several great guests including CBS Sports Golazo analyst and former 10+ year professional soccer player, Mike Grella; ESPN Senior NBA Insider Shams Charania on a potential Giannis trade; ESPN golf/college football columnist Mark Schlabach; 4 star WR Julius Jones Jr. makes his college commitment; Texans ROH member, future Hall of Famer, 3x DPOY, Walter Payton Man of the Year, JJ Watt; and Head Baseball Coach of the West Virginia Mountaineers, Steve Sabins. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(0:00) The second hour opens with the guys responding to Shams Charania's recent comments on the Jaylen Brown and Giannis Antetokounmpo trade situation.(15:22) The guys share their thoughts on Brady Tkachuk being traded to the Panthers to join his brother Matthew Tkachuk.(25:28) Continuing the conversation around the Brady Tkachuk trade.(34:18) Does Sonny Gray want out of Boston?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Shams Charania has reported that Giannis will be traded before tomorrow's NBA Draft. Would that trade impact the Knicks title defense? Also, how will the Knicks approach their offseason? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shams Charania Casually Tells Colleagues He Really Looking Forward To Breaking Michael Jordan's Death by Jaggy Sports

Shams Charania Names Several NBA Teams That Could Be Preparing Major Roster Shakeups This Offseason by Jaggy Sports

Shams Charania Fires Back at Critics Upset Over His Giannis Antetokounmpo Reporting With Brutally Honest Response by Jaggy Sports

Knicks news: Shams Charania details wild encounter with Secret Service by Jaggy Sports

LIVE from Stout NYC. On Monday's edition of ENN, Bootleg Knicks merchandise. Texas Tech star Brendan Sorsby temporary injunction. Shams Charania stopped by the secret service. Bill Parcells girlfriend.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA insider Shams Charania joins Stugotz and Izzy from San Antonio ahead of the NBA Finals. Shams reflects on his reaction when Jalen Brunson signed with the Knicks, shares the latest on Giannis Antetokounmpo and his future, and explains how the NBA's new "3-2-1 Lottery" could impact teams across the league this offseason and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk and the boys chat about tonight's Eastern Conference Finals game in the Stanley Cup Playoffs with the Hurricanes looking to cement their spot in the Stanley Cup Finals, the Spurs pushing the Western Conference Finals to a Game 7, everything going on in the NFL, and the world of sports as a whole. Joining the show is also several incredible guests including 13 year NHL veteran, Olympic Gold Medalist, and ESPN NHL analyst, PK Subban; 13 year NBA veteran, 3 point contest champion, ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson; former UNC softball player and ESPN/ACC softball analyst Brittany McKinney; the cadre of insiders join the show including Shams Charania, Jeff Passan, and Adam Schefter; and lastly, head of Double Eagle Energy Holdings, oil man, and member of the Texas Tech Board of Regents, Cody Campbell joins the progrum to chat about the new legislation for college sports that was just proposed, and Texas Tech welcoming the smoke from Texas, and agreeing to play them week 1. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith Stands Up for Shams Charania After Early MVP News Report. by Jaggy Sports

Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin react to Joe Vardon's report that the Cleveland Cavaliers will retain Kenny Atkinson and the front office despite a disappointing sweep in the Eastern Conference Finals. The discussion explores Atkinson's coaching philosophy, Dan Gilbert's ownership approach, and a critique of how national sports insiders like Shams Charania and Adam Schefter handle reporting ethics. 01:00 - Kenny Atkinson Retained By Cavs 06:47 - Dan Gilbert's Management Style 08:18 - Criticizing Shams And Schefter 09:40 - Evaluating Atkinson's Coaching Decisions 14:16 - Cleveland Fan Reaction Calls

Gene breaks down the NBA Playoffs. What did James Harden & Kenny Atkinson say? Who will face the Knicks in the Finals?

Full Show Broadcast. Gene reacts to the 1st place Rochester Red Wings. The Knick swepts the Cavs. Timmy's Take. Shots & Damon Amendolara on the state of the Bills-Sabres & NY Knicks.

Charles Barkley Criticizes NBA Over MVP Leak by Shams Charania by Jaggy Sports

Charles Barkley Criticizes Premature NBA MVP News Leak by Shams Charania by Jaggy Sports

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk and the boys chat about tonight's Western Conference Finals games in both the NHL and NBA, some of the NFL news floating around including Matthew Stafford signing an extension with the Rams, Joe Schoen signing an extension with the Giants, and everything else happening around the sports world. They are also joined by several great guests in studio and out. First, one of the biggest comedians in the world, Nate Bargatze joins the show to chat about his new movie The Breadwinner, and Vanderbilt football including 5 star QB commit Jared Curtis, who are both in studio. Also joining the show is both ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter and ESPN NBA Insider, Shams Charania. Later, journalist, author, co-host of Marty & McGee, and ESPN jack of all trades, Ryan McGee. Plus, 13 year NHL veteran and ESPN NHL analyst, PK Subban; and lastly, IndyCar/Nascar driver Catherine Legge as she attempts the double duty this weekend with the Indy 500 and Coca-Cola 600.  Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, enjoy Memorial Day weekend. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk and the boys recap last night's incredible game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals that saw the Knicks storm back from down 22 points in the 4th quarter, chat about the Rashee Rice news, preview tonight's Western Conference Finals game 2, and game 1 of the Western Conference Finals in the NHL. They are also loaded with guests today including ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter; ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania; 13 year NBA veteran, ESPN NBA analyst, former 3 point contest champion, Quentin Richardson; 4 star interior OL from Georgia, Jordan Agbanoma makes his college commitment; 18 year NHL veteran, Stanley Cup Champion, and ESPN NHL analyst Erik Johnson; and lastly, the Captain of the US President's Cup team, 10x winner on the PGA Tour, 2012 FedEX Cup winner, Brandt Snedeker. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN NBA Insider Shams Charania tells Rich that San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama is out to prove MVP voters were wrong in handing Shai Gilgeous-Alexander the award for a second consecutive season, if the already-stacked Oklahoma City Thunder could trade up in the NBA Draft and which player could be selected #1 overall, discusses the uncertain futures of Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James with the Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Lakers, and why the Dallas Mavericks fired head coach Jason Kidd. ‘No-Contest Wrestling' host O'Shea Jackson Jr. stops by the studio where he, a die-hard Lakers fan, explains why he's rooting for the Knicks to win the NBA Finals, weighs in on Brockman's ‘Ohtani Shouldn't Pitch Anymore' hot take, and reacts to a Cowboys fan who predicts Dallas will go 14-3 this season. Rich and the guys react to Aaron Rodgers announcing that he plans to retire after playing for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Robert Horry, Rob Jenners, and Brandon Harper are back for episode 260 of the Big Shot Bob Podcast — and they had to wait a day to drop it because the NBA couldn't stop cooking.   Victor Wembanyama dropped 41 points and 24 rebounds in a double-overtime thriller against OKC — including a pull-up three from basically the logo that had Robert Horry's jaw on the floor. The guys break down what it means for the West Finals, why Stephon Castle needs to cut the turnovers, and whether Alex Caruso was really the right guy to put on a 7-foot alien.   Then there's Cleveland. The Cavs had a 99.9% win probability with eight minutes left and handed it right back to Jalen Brunson and the Knicks. Robert Horry has strong feelings about James Harden, Kenny Atkinson's timeout usage, and what happens to Cleveland's chances if they don't wake Donovan Mitchell up.   Plus: Jason Kidd gets fired in Dallas, SGA wins back-to-back MVPs and showers the Thunder roster with AP watches and Burberry trench coats (Dream and Shaq could never), Shams Charania blows up Prime Video's big MVP moment, Anthony Edwards daps up the Spurs bench with eight minutes still on the clock, and Jamal Mosley lands a head coaching job faster than most guys find an apartment.   The crew also plays Championship Connection — a new game where Rob gives Robert Horry a championship team and finds out who he shared the floor with. The '96 Bulls, '03 Spurs, '04 Pistons and more come up. The answers will surprise you.   New episodes every week. Hit subscribe so you don't miss a thing.

Randy and Andy react to Charles Barkley playfully mocking Shams Charania for getting scooped on NBA news during a live broadcast. They also break down the unique earthy dress code at AJ Brown's wedding and discuss the dangers of pitchers not wearing protective cups. 01:35 - Barkley Trolls Shams Charania 04:32 - Professional Media Home Setups 06:57 - Mets Defensive Blunder 07:56 - Importance Of Protective Cups 10:51 - AJ Brown's Wedding Details

Willard and Dibs react to ESPN's Shams Charania reporting that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander won the 2025-2026 NBA MVP Award hours before Amazon Prime was scheduled to announce it. Draymond Green says it's an embarrassing moment for the league. Do you agree?

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk and the boys chat about Aaron Rai's improbable victory at the PGA Championship, becoming the first Englishman to win the PGA Championship in over 100 years, plus they look ahead to tonight's Western Conference Finals game 1 between the Spurs and Thunder, game 7 of the Eastern Conference Semis between the Canadiens and Sabres, as well as everything else happening around the world of sports. They are also joined by several great guests including ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter; play-by-play announcer for the NBA on NBC and Sunday Night Football, Mike Tirico who is on the call for tonight's WCF game 1; Stanley Cup Champion, 18 year NHL veteran, and ESPN NHL analyst Erik Johnson to preview tonight's game 7 between the Canadiens and Sabres, and lastly, ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Maller talks about NBA reporter Shams Charania getting heat for spoiling Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's MVP win, Dodgers starter Blake Snell having elbow surgery, if the Panthers are making the right call by not extending Bryce Young before the season, Insta-Advice Line, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Beyer & Kerry Rhodes talk about the PGA Championship coming into the home stretch, Shams Charania undercutting the NBA by breaking the MVP winner early Sunday morning, Aaron Rodgers re-signing with the Steelers, another edition of Brie’s 3, grading the crew’s NFL schedule predictions, explaining why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is going to be term limited from winning the NBA MVP next year, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Monday's edition of Quick Hits, Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin analyze head coach Kenny Atkinson's comments about owner Dan Gilbert. They also examine Shams Charania's controversial MVP leak and provide a harsh review of Tom Brady's commencement speech at Georgetown. 01:01 - Cavs Victory And Knicks Preview 02:02 - Kenny Atkinson On Dan Gilbert 04:22 - Shams Charania Spoils MVP News 06:51 - Tom Brady's Georgetown Commencement Speech

Gene has schedule leaks: The Buffalo Bill play week 1 in Houston. Plus other not officially announced games.

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk and the boys recap the weekend of NBA & NHL Playoffs, preview the NFL schedule release, the PGA Championship and more. At the top of the show, we are joined by ESPN's Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter to tell us what we can expect from the NFL schedule releases this week, clarity on the Steelers & Aaron Rodgers situation, the Steelers agreeing to a four-year extension with K Chris Boswell, and more. After Schefty, ESPN's Senior NBA Insider Shams Charania drops in for a drive by to break the news that Victor Wembanyama will not face additional discipline from the league for elbowing Naz Reid, an update on Giannis' future, and more. Right after Shams we are joined by Pacers President of Basketball Operations Kevin Pritchard to discuss the Pacers falling out of the top 4 in the NBA lottery and losing their draft pick as part of their trade for Ivica Zubac from the Clippers, how he feels about the Pacers going into next season, and more. Also in the first hour we are joined by the Owner of the Utah Jazz & Mammoth, Ryan Smith, to talk about the lottery going well for the Utah Jazz after they landed the second pick, how he works with GM Danny Ainge, how difficult it is to referee the NBA, his new practice facilites & entertainment district, and more. At the start of the second hour, we are joined by 6'7 OT Cameron Wagner who announced his commitment to Dan Lanning's Oregon Ducks. Right after Cameron, 13 year NHL Veteran and Olympic gold medalist PK Subban joins the program to chat about him completing his $10 million dollar donation to the Montreal Children's Hospital, the domination so far by the Carolina Hurricanes, the environment for Montreal Canadiens' home games, what makes the Wild's Quinn Hughes so special, how the Wild can beat the Colorado Avalanche, and more. We wrap things up with the Pat McAfee Show's golf authority, Mark Schlabach who helps us preview the PGA Championship in Philadelphia. 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

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk and the boys cover the latest in the NBA and NHL playoffs, golf, and the NFL. At the top of the show, we are joined by ESPN's newest NFL Insider Ian Rapoport to discuss the news that the NFL and the NFL Referees Association are close to a new deal, with a vote on ratification set for Thursday Night, Stefon Diggs acquittal, Aaron Rodgers future, and more. After Rapsheet, we are joined by NBA Champion, 15 year NBA veteran, Kendrick Perkins joins us to recap the Pistons Game 1 win, everybody complaining about SGA foul baiting, how long LeBron could keep playing, why he likes the Timberwolves to beat the Spurs in their series, and more. After Kendrick, winner of the Cadillac Championship & reigning Players Champion Cameron Young stops by to take us into his recent run of success, the reasons why he called a one stroke penalty on himself, his thoughts on the LIV players returning to the PGA, and more. To start the second hour we are joined by ESPN's NBA Insider Shams Charania to cover the breaking news that Joel Embiid will be out tonight as the 76ers take on the Knicks in Game 2. After Shams, we are joined by the NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman to talk about the amazing viewership of the NHL playoffs so far, what goes into being an NHL referee, the NHL Draft Lottery last night, the quality of play on the ice, and more. To wrap things up we are joined by MLB All-Star, Cubs Centerfielder, Pete Crow-Armstrong, who tells us about the Cubs 7 game win-streak, the hot start to the season for the entire NL Central, how he feels when he's hitting the ball well, 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

94 WIP's Midday Show reacts to a report from Shams Charania that Joel Embiid will miss Game 2 against the New York Knicks due to ankle and hip injuries. Hugh Douglas and Joe discuss the daunting task ahead for the Philadelphia 76ers and debate whether his history of postseason injuries is simply inevitable. They also address a caller's theory on the injury being a potential strategy and touch on strange AJ Brown fantasy projections. 01:03 - Embiid Ruled Out 04:32 - Embiid Injury History Debate 10:01 - Caller Roster Analysis 16:30 - AJ Brown Fantasy Projections 21:21 - Tiki Barber Teaser

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk and the boys recap everything that happened in the sports world this weekend, including the NBA & NHL playoffs wrapping up their first rounds, Golden Tempo winning the 152nd Kentucky Derby, the NFL's The Pick Is In dropping on ESPN taking us inside NFL Draft rooms, and more. In the first hour, we are joined by NFL Senior Insider Adam Schefter, who recaps being Mic'd up for NFL Films during the Draft, gives us an update on AJ Brown's future, his perspective on Brendan Sorsby & the supplemental draft, and more. Right after Schefter we are joined by ESPN's Senior NBA Insider Shams Charania who takes us inside the Magic's decision to fire Jamahl Mosley, Anthony Edwards plan to play through his knee injury, the status of Joel Embiid and more. After Shams, 3x NBA Champion & 1x NCAA Champion Danny Green joins the progrum and gives his respective on Anthony Edwards toughness, the 76ers chances of taking dahn the New York Knicks, Lebron's Lakers odds against the defending champion Thunder, Jaylen Brown livestreaming right after being eliminated, and more. In the second hour we are joined by the founder & owner of the Savannah Bananas, Jesse Cole, who recaps the Bananas playing in front of 102,000 fans at Kyle Field, his philosophy in running the Bananas, and more. Also in the second hour, 18x LPGA Tour & 3x LPGA Major Champion, Nelly Korda joins the show to talk about her incredible start to her golf season, where she is mentally with her game, how her golf swing has changed over time, what made her fall in love with golf, her Green Bay Packers fanhood 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

For the second hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, The Avalanche got a historic win last night and Mark asks if the NHL would be more popular if things like that happened more often.   ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that David Adelman’s job is safe which upset most Nuggets fans and Mark Schlereth gives his opinions on the matter.  And in What’s Trending, we play some disparaging clips from Paul Pierce on Nikola Jokic, and Michael Porter Jr expressed some regrets from last season with The Nuggets and claims they would have won with him instead of Cam Johnson.   

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and James finish their discussion on Bo Nix posting a video of himself running at the Broncos practice facility. Is Nix's video misleading as many think this video is from months ago or even a year ago? Who is Nix trying to convince with this video? We pivot to the Nuggets and discuss ESPN's Shams Charania's recent reporting on the Nuggets keeping David Adelman but being open to making moves with the roster outside of Nikola Jokic. Are the Nuggets making a mistake by bringing back Adelman for a second year and potentially wasting more of Jokic's prime? Today's "Three Count" features the Nuggets' ownership not maximizing their window after not being willing to spend on front office executives and coaches, Joel Embiid exercising some demons by beating Boston in game 7 to move on to the second round, and Skip Bayless joining Stephen A. Smith on First Take this Friday. We dive into the reports on Aaron Gordon being looked at as a trade candidate for teams like the Lakers, Suns, and more. 

The Dallas Mavericks have agreed to hire former long time Toronto Raptors executive Masai Ujiri as their team president and alternate governor according to Shams Charania and Tim McMahon of ESPN.

Seth and Sean discuss Shams Charania's report that Kevin Durant will be out for game 6 and if the young Rockets can keep winning without KD, and then react to Mad Dog Russo laying out his issue with Football Night in America taking their studio show on the road this season.

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk and the boys recap last night's excellent NHL Playoff action as all these best of 7's have really started to heat up, as well as everything happening in the NBA, a check in on MLB, and all the other things happening in the sports world. Joining the progrum fresh off signing a new deal with ESPN is now ESPN Junior(?) NFL Insider, Ian Rapoport to discuss all the news happening around the NFL. Next, ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania joins the progrum for a Quick 5 to chat about the NBA's response to tanking, as well as some injury updates for tonight's playoff games. Lastly, former GM of the New York Jets, and a litany of other positions in the NFL, and current ESPN NFL analyst Mike Tannenbaum, to chat about his reactions to the NFL Draft, how hard it is to build a winning culture in Miami, what he thinks will happen with George Pickens, and how teams will respond to the Brendan Sorsby news. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk and the boys recap the 2026 NFL Draft including which fanbases are happy today, who's upset, and what fallout if any comes from all the picks and the trades. Plus they dive in to all the NBA and NHL Playoffs action, and everything else happening in the sports world. Today's show is also loaded with several great guests including ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter; Stanley Cup Champion, Olympic legend and ESPN NHL analyst, TJ Oshie; Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania; NBA Champion, 10 year NBA veteran, and ESPN NBA analyst, Iman Shumpert; and co-owner of the USFL, owner of Repole Stables, founder of BodyArmor, and majority shareholder of NoBull, Mike Repole. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania's comments on the Mully & Haugh Show regarding Bulls head coach Billy Donovan's decision to step down from his job in Chicago.

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to Phillies star Kyle Schwarber's recent comments about his memorable return to play for the Cubs in their championship-winning 2016 season. They also reflected on Schwarber's career journey. After that, the guys reacted to ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania's comments on the Mully & Haugh Show regarding Bulls head coach Billy Donovan's decision to step down from his job in Chicago.

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk and the boys recap Rory McIlroy winning back-to-back Masters Tournaments, as Pat and Foxy were boots on the ground at Augusta National Golf Club. They also discuss some of the news floating around in the NFL world as we are 10 days away from the NFL Draft, the NBA playoffs starting soon, the NHL playoffs starting soon, and everything happening around the sports world. Joining the progrum is four incredible guests including 2x Major Champion and ESPN golf analyst, Andy North; 2x All-Star, 2x All-NBA selection, PG for the Indiana Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton to chat about his recovery from his torn achilles/shingles; ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania to chat about Doc Rivers being let go by the Bucks and what we need to know about the playoff matchups; later, ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter joins the show to chat about the draft coming up, Travis Hunter moving to one side of the ball, Kenny Moore and the Colts agreeing to mutually work on finding a trade partner, Dontayvion Wicks getting traded to the Eagles and what that means for AJ Brown, 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 appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices