Podcasts about Western Conference

Recapping Monday's matchups, breaking down the scenarios for the Western Conference representative for the WNBA's Commissioner's Cup, and more with Brittany Carper, Christy Winters Scott, and Brian "BMac" Mackay. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Knicks won their first title in 53 years and while credit has to be given to New York, the Spurs just flat-out blew it. What's up with Wemby? :30- ABC's of the Mariners - X is for x-rays… we have a lot of injuries - Y is for Young- Cole Young continues to impress us - Z is for Zone- why is Colt Emerson still batting 9th? :45- We wrap up the show with One Last Thing! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 opens with a conversation about the Florida Everglades, Joe's experiences growing up around rattlesnakes, and the surprisingly real concept of guided python hunting tours—complete with jokes about what it would be like if they actually went on one (and the no-alcohol rule that comes with it). The hour then shifts into NBA and Heat conversation as Miami Heat writer Ira Winderman joins the show to break down the Knicks' wild Game 4 comeback over the Spurs and how the modern three-point era has made no lead safe in today's NBA. The discussion turns to the latest Giannis Antetokounmpo trade buzz, including Boston's potential involvement with Jaylen Brown as a possible centerpiece, as well as which Western Conference teams could make a run at him in a potential short-term “Kawhi-to-Toronto” type scenario. Ira explains why Miami still makes sense as a landing spot and how the Heat would need to seriously reshape the roster around Giannis and Bam Adebayo after consecutive underwhelming seasons, while also weighing in on what the team should do with the No. 13 pick and why trading it for future assets might be the smartest move. The hour wraps with broader sports chatter, including Texas Tech's ongoing controversy, Florida's massive stadium renovation project and the future of the Gators, and some NBA speculation around team chemistry issues in Boston.

Miami Heat writer Ira Winderman joins the show to break down a wide range of NBA storylines, starting with the Knicks' historic Game 4 comeback over the Spurs and what it says about how the modern three-point era has made no lead truly safe. The conversation shifts to the latest Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors, with Ira discussing Boston's potential involvement and whether they'd be willing to part with Jaylen Brown to land the Bucks superstar. He also weighs in on possible Western Conference destinations, noting that Giannis could end up in more of a Kawhi Leonard–Raptors situation where a team might only get a short-term rental rather than a long-term commitment. Ira believes the Heat remain a realistic landing spot and explains how Miami could build a strong supporting cast around Giannis and Bam Adebayo, while also stressing that the franchise needs to shake things up after back-to-back underwhelming seasons. The discussion continues with Miami's No. 13 pick, with Ira suggesting the Heat should strongly consider trading it for future assets, and he shares his preference for keeping young pieces like Kasparas Jakucionis and monitoring Nikola Jovic's continued development.

Friday on The A-Team, Adam Clanton and Adam Wexler dive into a blockbuster three-team trade scenario that would send Giannis Antetokounmpo to Boston and Jaylen Brown to Houston. The guys break down what the Rockets would likely have to surrender to make a deal of that magnitude happen and whether acquiring Brown would justify the cost.They also explore how Houston could address the roster holes created by such a move, what Brown's arrival would mean for the team's championship aspirations, and whether the trade would significantly improve the Rockets' standing in a loaded Western Conference. 

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, In dieser Folge sprechen wir über die aktuellen Gerüchte rund um einen möglichen Trade von Dylan Larkin. Wie realistisch wäre ein Wechsel nach Anaheim? Was würde ein solcher Deal die Ducks kosten? Außerdem diskutieren wir die große Frage: Würden wir Mason McTavish für einen Star-Spieler abgeben oder ist er ein unverzichtbarer Teil der Zukunft? Welche Spieler könnten stattdessen als Trade-Chips dienen? Und natürlich werfen wir einen Blick auf mögliche Trade-Ziele für die Ducks: Sollte General Manager Pat Verbeek selbst aktiv werden und einen Top-Spieler nach Anaheim holen? Welche Namen würden wirklich Sinn ergeben? Eine Folge voller Spekulationen, Meinungen und spannender Trade-Szenarien für die ... Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, In dieser Folge sprechen wir über die aktuellen Gerüchte rund um einen möglichen Trade von Dylan Larkin. Wie realistisch wäre ein Wechsel nach Anaheim? Was würde ein solcher Deal die Ducks kosten? Außerdem diskutieren wir die große Frage: Würden wir Mason McTavish für einen Star-Spieler abgeben oder ist er ein unverzichtbarer Teil der Zukunft? Welche Spieler könnten stattdessen als Trade-Chips dienen? Und natürlich werfen wir einen Blick auf mögliche Trade-Ziele für die Ducks: Sollte General Manager Pat Verbeek selbst aktiv werden und einen Top-Spieler nach Anaheim holen? Welche Namen würden wirklich Sinn ergeben? Eine Folge voller Spekulationen, Meinungen und spannender Trade-Szenarien für die ... Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, In dieser Folge sprechen wir über die aktuellen Gerüchte rund um einen möglichen Trade von Dylan Larkin. Wie realistisch wäre ein Wechsel nach Anaheim? Was würde ein solcher Deal die Ducks kosten? Außerdem diskutieren wir die große Frage: Würden wir Mason McTavish für einen Star-Spieler abgeben oder ist er ein unverzichtbarer Teil der Zukunft? Welche Spieler könnten stattdessen als Trade-Chips dienen? Und natürlich werfen wir einen Blick auf mögliche Trade-Ziele für die Ducks: Sollte General Manager Pat Verbeek selbst aktiv werden und einen Top-Spieler nach Anaheim holen? Welche Namen würden wirklich Sinn ergeben? Eine Folge voller Spekulationen, Meinungen und spannender Trade-Szenarien für die ... Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, In dieser Folge sprechen wir über die aktuellen Gerüchte rund um einen möglichen Trade von Dylan Larkin. Wie realistisch wäre ein Wechsel nach Anaheim? Was würde ein solcher Deal die Ducks kosten? Außerdem diskutieren wir die große Frage: Würden wir Mason McTavish für einen Star-Spieler abgeben oder ist er ein unverzichtbarer Teil der Zukunft? Welche Spieler könnten stattdessen als Trade-Chips dienen? Und natürlich werfen wir einen Blick auf mögliche Trade-Ziele für die Ducks: Sollte General Manager Pat Verbeek selbst aktiv werden und einen Top-Spieler nach Anaheim holen? Welche Namen würden wirklich Sinn ergeben? Eine Folge voller Spekulationen, Meinungen und spannender Trade-Szenarien für die ... Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, In dieser Folge sprechen wir über die aktuellen Gerüchte rund um einen möglichen Trade von Dylan Larkin. Wie realistisch wäre ein Wechsel nach Anaheim? Was würde ein solcher Deal die Ducks kosten? Außerdem diskutieren wir die große Frage: Würden wir Mason McTavish für einen Star-Spieler abgeben oder ist er ein unverzichtbarer Teil der Zukunft? Welche Spieler könnten stattdessen als Trade-Chips dienen? Und natürlich werfen wir einen Blick auf mögliche Trade-Ziele für die Ducks: Sollte General Manager Pat Verbeek selbst aktiv werden und einen Top-Spieler nach Anaheim holen? Welche Namen würden wirklich Sinn ergeben? Eine Folge voller Spekulationen, Meinungen und spannender Trade-Szenarien für die ... Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Knicks fan Rich weighs in on New York's historic comeback/the Spurs epic collapse in the unforgettable Game 4 of the NBA Finals to take a commanding 3-1 series lead. Basketball Hall of Famer Chris Webber tells Rich how the Spurs were done in by their “arrogance” and dumb decisions in Game 4, what the Knicks did right in their stunning comeback, the drive of Jalen Brunson, what these NBA Finals have exposed about San Antonio that their Western Conference rivals can use against them next season, and more.  Suzy Shuster consoles longtime caller Jimmy in San Antonio after the Spurs' historic choke job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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With MLS entering the 2026 FIFA World Cup break, Michelle and Christian review the LA Galaxy's season so far. We discuss the team's inconsistent performances, defensive issues, and what must improve for the Galaxy to make a second-half push up the Western Conference standings. With the World Cup spotlight on soccer, the break provides a crucial opportunity for the Galaxy to regroup and reset before a season-defining stretch of matches. The 2026 World Cup is finally here, Can the USMNT finally make a deep run to our favorite dark horses and potential surprises, we're breaking down the biggest storylines heading into the tournament.

The Oklahoma City Thunder are entering one of the biggest offseasons in franchise history, and we're breaking down every major storyline.Should Sam Presti package picks #12 and #17 to move up in the NBA Draft? Is Lu Dort's future in Oklahoma City uncertain? Could the Thunder realistically pursue a superstar like Giannis Antetokounmpo, or is running it back with the current roster the smartest move?We also dive into Chet Holmgren's development, Jeremiah McCain's future role, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's influence on roster decisions, and whether OKC is still the team to beat in the Western Conference.Plus, we wrap up the episode with our FIFA World Cup predictions, dark horse nations, and which countries could challenge favorites like Spain, Brazil, France, England, and the Netherlands.Topics Covered:✔ Oklahoma City Thunder offseason✔ Sam Presti roster decisions✔ NBA Draft picks 12 and 17✔ Lu Dort trade rumors✔ Chet Holmgren development✔ Shai Gilgeous-Alexander✔ Jeremiah McCain outlook✔ Giannis trade discussion✔ Thunder championship window✔ FIFA World Cup predictions

Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs bounce back in the NBA Finals at MSG, the WNBA's biggest star hits a game-winning shot, a cancer survivor returns to MLB, a controversial college football QB is legally cleared to play and a Western Conference team hires a coach in the NHL. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

On the latest episode of Pickaxe and Roll, Ryan Blackburn discusses the Denver Nuggets and their desire to be better than third or fourth place in the Western Conference. What can they do to change that? Is it worth possibly getting worse? Ryan also discusses the NBA draft for a bit before identifying some important NBA teams to watch this offseason. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by closing out the season for the Oklahoma City Thunder after their elimination in the Western Conference finals. What went wrong against the Spurs, the big financial decisions ahead of them this offseason and a disastrous game 7 for Chet Holmgren. Next, the duo dives into all things NBA Finals, as the Knicks have taken a 2-0 nothing lead. Why Karl Anthony Towns has been so impressive and the emotional toll of a difficult game 2 loss on the Spurs. Who needs to step up for San Antonio to get back into the mix and why depth again has been the key for the Knicks. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube.

SEGMENT - Arcand reacts to Kevin Garnett's take on Victor Wembanyama crying after winning the Western Conference, Dylan Larkin requesting a trade from Detroit, and more in the Arcand Fire

HR4 - The final hour of tonight's show kicks off with more reaction to the news that the Red Sox are demoting Brayan Bello to Triple-A Worcester. Arcand reacts to Kevin Garnett's take on Victor Wembanyama crying after winning the Western Conference, Dylan Larkin requesting a trade from Detroit, and more in the Arcand Fire. A weird noise shaking our entire Brighton studio leads us into an action packed Dong Report

Isaac Ambrose joins the show to break down Bret Bielema's recent comments directed toward Notre Dame Athletic Director Pete Bevacqua and what they reveal about college football scheduling, playoff access, and the changing power structure of the sport. The conversation then shifts to Illinois basketball and a debate that continues to gain steam in Champaign: has Brad Underwood already become the greatest coach in Illini history? With multiple Big Ten titles, deep NCAA Tournament runs, and the program's sustained success, the case for Underwood is stronger than ever. How does he stack up against Illinois legends such as Lou Henson and Harry Combes? Plus, the NBA Finals opened with a surprise as the New York Knicks stunned the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1, stealing home-court advantage behind a strong fourth-quarter performance and putting early pressure on the Western Conference champions.

While on a brief visit to see two of our grandsons and a side trip to Arkansas, I had the chance to watch a few exceptional college softball and baseball games along with a very tense Game 7 NBA Western Conference final. It’s time to enjoy the next couple of weeks as the window is quickly closing on the seasons for these three sports. This year’s NBA Finals began Wednesday night. The surprising San Antonio Spurs and streaking New York Knicks began their best-of-seven title series.  New York came into Game 1 with an 11-game playoff winning streak. The Knicks left the Spurs’ home arena Wednesday night with a 12-game playoff winning streak. The Women’s College World Series softball best-of three finale also got underway Wednesday night in Oklahoma City.  Last weekend, Texas Tech’s never-say-die Red Raiders had to fight back from the brink of elimination twice to defeat #1 seed Alabama just to reach the finals. They will now get a chance to do that once again on Thursday night and, perhaps, on Friday night. That’s because Texas Tech lost to intrastate rival Texas 7-3 in the opening game of the best of three final series.  Texas is the defending national champion. On the men’s side of college bats and balls, this week marks the Super Regional round for the NCAA college baseball season. Eight winners from this weekend’s best-of-three weekend series will advance into the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska next week.  There were a number of surprising winners and losers during last week’s opening round. New York’s Amazin’ Knicks have now won 12 straight playoff games! San Antonio Spurs 7’4” center Victor Wembanyama is ending his third NBA season.  Much like Hall-of-Famer Shaquille O’Neal (who, by the way, played his high school basketball in San Antonio), Wemby just led his team into the NBA Finals.  He is now being hailed as the top big man in the NBA. The 5-time NBA champion Spurs are much more than just a one-man show.  They utilize their bench as well as any NBA team and play solid defense for the entire 48-minute game. The New York Knicks are seeking their first NBA title since 1973. To say that New York sports fans are hungry for a title is a huge understatement. “The City that Never Sleeps” is in the midst of a rather lengthy championship drought.  Eli Manning’s New York Giants football last won a Super Bowl title in 2011.  Baseball’s New York Yankees haven’t won the World Series since 2009.  The crosstown rival New York Mets haven’t claimed a baseball title since 1986.  Broadway Joe Namath was the quarterback for football’s New York Jets in their only Super Bowl victory in 1969. NBA’s New York Knicks came into the playoffs as the #3 Eastern Conference seed behind Detroit and Boston.  After losing two of its first three playoff games to Atlanta in Round 1, the Knicks won the final three games to advance.  They would sweep #5 seed Philadelphia and #4 Cleveland in eight straight wins to claim the NBA Eastern Conference title. San Antonio is playing in the NBA Finals for the first time since June, 2014. The path to the championship round has been increasingly difficult for the Spurs.  San Antonio (the #2 seed in the Western Conference) needed just five games to dispatch the Portland Trailblazers in five games.  It then took six games for San Antonio to subdue the Minnesota Timberwolves.  Last weekend, the Spurs required a full seven games to win a tense Game 7 battle against the defending NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder. Wednesday night’s Game 1 in San Antonio was won by the New York Knicks 105-95 in a game which was much closer than the final score reflected.  The veteran Knicks scored the last 11 points to end the game.  New York stepped-up in the final quarter to score 29 points as the younger Spurs tallied only 19 over the last 12 minutes. New York’s Villanova connection featured guards Jalen Brunson (30 points) and Josh Hart (an incredible 15 rebounds) leading a fourth quarter rally to give the Knicks their 12th consecutive playoff victory. As a result, San Antonio lost its home court advantage after that Game 1 loss.  ABC will televise Game #2 at 7:30PM Friday night from San Antonio.  The series moves to New York’s Madison Square Garden for Games 3 and 4 on Monday and Wednesday next week. Make sure to stick around for the post-game coverage on ESPN. The award-winning “Inside the NBA” show features NBA legends Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith, and Shaquille O’Neal breaking down the action along with host Ernie Johnson.  You never know what’s going to happen. Meanwhile, in Oklahoma City… The Women’s College World Series best-of-three finals began Wednesday night. Defending national champion Texas (52-12) defeated Texas Tech 7-3 in Game 1. The Red Raiders fell to 61-9 and are on the verge of elimination once again.  They have become quite familiar with this position over the past several days in Oklahoma City. The #11 seeded Red Raiders rallied for two runs in the top of the ninth inning on Sunday to vanquish #8 national seed UCLA 8-7.  On Monday, Texas Tech had to defeat #1 seed Alabama twice to earn a spot in the championship finals. The Red Raiders won the opener 5-4 over Bama by scoring a run in the bottom of the 7th inning.  They also grabbed the second game 2-0 on a two-hit pitching gem by two-time college player-of-the-year NiJari Canady to earn a spot in the finals. The second seeded Texas Longhorns didn’t have an easy road into the Women’s College World Series finals, either. They had to defeat #7 Tennessee Volunteers twice on Monday to advance.  Texas won the opener 5-2 and then shut-out Tennessee 4-0 later in the afternoon to advance to the championship round. The Longhorns and Red Raiders competed for the Women’s College World Series championship last year as well.  Texas Tech is trying to avenge last year’s loss to Texas in the best-of-three title series. Game 2 will be played Thursday at 7PM on ESPN.  A deciding Game 3, if necessary, will be played Friday night at 7PM on ESPN. What happened to the top seeds in the men’s college baseball tournament? UCLA had been ranked #1 in college baseball all season long. The Bruins were 51-6 heading into the opening round of the NCAA college baseball playoffs.  They faced #4 regional seed St. Mary’s (35-25) in their opening playoff game at home last Friday. The Gaels scored a run in the top of the ninth inning to shock UCLA 3-2.  On Saturday, UCLA had to score three times in the bottom of the ninth to take a 6-5 win and stay alive against 30-26 Virginia Tech. St. Mary’s and UCLA were matched again on Sunday.  This time, the Gaels scored a run in the bottom of the 10th inning to end UCLA’s season with a 6-5 win. Ironically, St. Mary’s was eliminated on Sunday 5-2 by the Cal-Poly Mustangs of San Luis Obispo.  Go figure. It wasn’t any better for #2 national seed Georgia Tech The 50-10 Yellow Jackets were playing at home in Atlanta and trying to advance into the Super Regional round for the first time in 20 years.  Georgia Tech would have hosted a Super Regional this weekend – if only they had won their own opening round regional. The Oklahoma Sooners rallied in consecutive games to dispatch the heavily favored hometown Yellow Jackets to advance into this weekend’s Super Regional to be played in…Kansas? Kansas has rarely been known for its baseball prowess. This year’s baseball Jayhawks are now 45-16 after winning its opening round of games.  KU will host Oklahoma Saturday in the Lawrence, Kansas Super Regional.  The Jayhawks have made it into only one College World Series (1993) in the school’s long history. Kansas plays baseball in relatively small Hoglund Ballpark.  This stadium features just 2,500 permanent seats.  The school recently took down the left field wall and installed a chain link fence.  That allows about 1,000 additional fans to stand or sit in their own lawn chairs in “The Backyard” to watch Kansas baseball games. Expect ticket prices in Lawrence, Kansas to be sky high for this weekend’s Super Regional. Did you pick the Trojans to make it into the Super Regionals? Last weekend, there were the Trojans from the University of Southern California, the Troy Trojans of the Sun Belt Conference, and the Little Rock Trojans from the Ohio Valley Conference. Incredibly, all three of these Trojans baseball teams will be part of the 16 squads competing in the second round “Super Regional” college playoff games this weekend. At least one Trojans team is guaranteed a spot in Omaha at the College World Series next week.  The 36-30 Troy Trojans will host the Little Rock Trojans (39-26) at 4PM Friday on ESPNU.  Troy shocked #5 national seed Florida 10-2 in the final game of the Gainesville Regional last week.  Little Rock won the Hattiesburg Regional after #9 seed Southern Miss was sent packing after two consecutive losses. The USC Trojans (47-16) will travel across the country to play at the University of North Carolina (48-11-1) on Friday at 2PM CDT on ESPN2. Here are all eight Super Regional match-ups (first game starting times are CDT) Friday’s Opening Games: Morgantown – Cal Poly (39-22) at #16 seed West Virginia (43-15) at 11AM on ESPN2 Chapel Hill – USC (47-16) at #5 North Carolina (48-11-1) at 2PM on ESPN2 Troy – Little Rock (39-26) at Troy (36-30) at 4PM on ESPNU Auburn – Ole Miss (39-21) at #4 Auburn (42-20) at 7PM on ESPN2 Saturday’s Opening Games: Athens – #14 seed Mississippi State (43-17) at #3 Georgia (49-12) at 10AM on ESPN Lawrence – Oklahoma (36-22) at #15 Kansas (45-16) at 1PM on ESPN Austin – #11 Oregon (43-16) at #6 Texas (43-13) at 7PM on ESPN Tuscaloosa – St. John’s (36-24) at #7 Alabama (40-19) at 8PM on ESPN2 The post Enjoy A Week filled with Terrific Games! appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.

Nate Atkins from The Athletic joins us to talk about Myles Garrett joining the Rams and the possibility of Aaron Donald coming out of retirement to join him. Its Lit features a USC QB on the cover of Madden, a potential blockbuster trade in the NBA that would send Giannis to the Western Conference and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DJ & PK talked about the chances of Utah Jazz fans rooting for a longtime Western Conference rival in the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Finals and if they could stomach rooting for a New York-based team with the Knicks.

Verno and Jacoby are back to break down how a remarkably poised Spurs squad knocked off Oklahoma City in seven—then turn their full attention to the Finals. They dig into the tactical chess match of stopping Victor Wembanyama, why Josh Hart is the Knicks' X-factor, and whether Mitchell Robinson can be effective with a busted finger. Plus, the regular-season history between these two teams, MVP odds, and why New York City is already losing its mind before tip-off. (00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch! (2:14) Dissecting the WCF–What impressed you most about the Spurs-Thunder series? (4:24) Is the discourse toward Chet warranted? (17:24) Western Conference team building: How will teams deal with the Spurs and Wemby? (20:46) Confidence is contagious for the Spurs: Rookie Dylan Harper plays like a veteran (27:35) Knicks are underdogs even though they breezed through the ECF (30:33) What we learned from the Spurs-Knicks regular-season matchups (34:10) Keys to win for the Knicks: Josh Hart (45:12) Wemby and Brunson are the betting favorites for Finals MVP (47:48) What really happened to Mitchell Robinson and his broken pinkie? (53:53) Changing of the guard in the NBA: Spurs' youth over Knicks veterans (1:00:23) The Knicks are giving Gotham something to cheer about The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming.  Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan.com to learn more about the resources and helplines. Protect your summer today at WeatherTech.com Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Stefan Anderson and Jeff Shearin Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Oklahoman's Justin Martinez and Joe Mussatto give their takeaways from OKC’s Western Conference finals series loss to San Antonio in the latest episode of the Thunder Buddies podcast.

GUEST Ian Rapoport NFL Networks lead Insider joins the show to react to The Rams acquiring Myles Garrett from the Browns. The San Antonio Spurs defeated the defending NBA champions Oklahoma City Thunder 4-3 in the Western Conference. Victor Wembanyama is here in the NBA and he is here to stay. The Spurs are going to be taking on the New York Knicks in the NBA Finals. CROSS TALK WITH TRUDELL AND GEETER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and Kyle kick off the month of June with some NBA Finals talk!(00:00) The guys start with a few closing thoughts on Game 7 of the Western Conference finals and ponder potential next steps for the Oklahoma City Thunder, including whether trading Chet Holmgren is a viable option.Then, they preview the 2026 NBA Finals by breaking down a few variables that may ultimately decide who will be crowned NBA champion, including:(27:41) How much has experience mattered/will it matter?(35:14) What's different about this year's Knicks run?(45:04) What's the key individual or strategic matchup on the board?(1:04:50) Which winning story line is more intriguing?(1:13:49) They close out the show by making their official predictions for the winner of the series.Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, J. Kyle MannProducers: Jeff Shearin and Ben CruzThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines.Buy any two Ferrero Brands and you could win $1 million. Visit GoAllInAndWin.com to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the fallout from the Oklahoma City Thunder's Game 7 loss to the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals, including: why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is unlikely to ever win another NBA MVP award, whether OKC can count on Chet Holmgren moving forward as they try to navigate a Western Conference playoff race featuring Victor Wembanyama, why the emergence of Cason Wallace could lead to guys like Lu Dort and Aaron Wiggins getting traded, how the NBA's dreaded 2nd Apron could derail the Thunder's 'dynasty' before it ever really started, whether disgruntled superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is a realistic trade option for the Thunder, and much more! #OddCouple Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the weekend in sports. In focus: A losing streak for the Twins, a new GM for the Vikings, a new dominant team in the NBA's Western Conference and 10 years of Mark Coyle at the U.

With the Final between the Hurricanes and Golden Knights set to kick off Tuesday, who better to join Neil and Vic than a current NHL head coach who has seen both teams up close.Jim Montgomery, current coach with the St. Louis Blues, has gotten familiar with Vegas over the past two seasons in the Western Conference. Before that, he saw what the Hurricanes were about while leading Boston.We'll talk about the Final but also discuss the heaviness of what the Presidents' Trophy-winning Colorado Avalanche are experiencing having himself fall short with his record-setting Bruins in 2022-23.The conversation wraps with what's ahead for his Blues heading into 2026-27 with a new GM and captain joining Monty on the leadership team.IN THIS EPISODE:[01:50] - Blues head coach Jim Montgomery is welcomed to the show and offers his take on the Bruce Cassidy situation, the latter still waiting to be freed up from his contract with Vegas.[03:43] - Montgomery weighs in on his thoughts about the 2026 playoffs.[05:33] - While Jim has seen changes in play trends during this year's playoffs, one trend staying intact is the struggle of Presidents' Trophy winners making the Final since 2013 - something Montgomery can relate to with Colorado Avalanche.[07:06] - Having seen both the Hurricanes and Golden Knights from behind the bench this season, Monty shares what characteristics these teams provide headaches for opposition head coaches.[09:20] - The goaltending in the Final. A veteran who has finally broken through after years of later-round struggles against a first-timer to the post-season.[11:15] - Carolina's line of Jackson Blake, Logan Stankoven and Taylor Hall has emerged as the 'Canes top line of the post-season.[12:35] - Given the coaching skill on both sides, adjustments are always key when things go amiss. Montgomery sees neither Rod Brind'Amour or John Tortorella having any problem going with the flow.[13:33] - Some Blues talk with a new GM and a potential new captain for 2026-27.[15:15] - After so much prior success yet missing the playoffs in 2026, might the approach to training camp differ from years past?[17:05] - Some comments on two players - Colton Parayko and Alexandre Texier. One decided against a trade to a contender while the other couldn't cut it in St. Louis but has managed to do so in Montreal.[23:58] - World Championship update and great news for the Florida Panthers courtesy of Champion Team Finland.[25:27] - A champion was also crowned at the Memorial Cup where a legendary franchise authored an historic run.X: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparoundNeil Smith: https://twitter.com/NYCNeilVic Morren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vic-morren-7038737/NHL Wraparound Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nhlwraparound/#NHLWraparound #NHLWraparound.com #ShortShifts #NYCentric #CelebritySeries #HallofFameEdition #StanleyCupdate #SummerCoolers #Smith'sPix #NeilSmith #VicMorren #NHL #SummerCoolers #AnaheimDucks # #BostonBruins #BuffaloSabres #CalgaryFlames #CarolinaHurricanes #ChicagoBlackhawks #ColoradoAvalanche #ColumbusBlueJackets #DallasStars #DetroitRedWings #EdmontonOilers #FloridaPanthers #LosAngelesKings #MinnesotaWild #MontrealCanadiens #NashvillePredators #NewJerseyDevils #NewYorkIslanders #NewYorkRangers #OttawaSenators #PhiladelphiaFlyers #PittsburghPenguins #StLouisBlues #SanJoseSharks #SeattleKraken #TampaBayLightning #TorontoMapleLeafs #UtahMammoth #VancouverCanucks #VegasGoldenKnights #WashingtonCapitals #WinnipegJets #JimMontgomery #RodBrind'Amour #JohnTortorella #BruceCassidy #OskarSundqvist #AlexSteen #IvanBarbashev #JaredBednar #JohnStevens #CraigButton #TSN #FrederikAndersen #CarterHart #JacksonBlake #LoganStankoven #TaylorHall #SethJarvis #SebastianAho #AndreiSvechnikov #DougArmstrong #BraydenSchenn #ColtonParayko #AnexandreTexier #JakeDeBrusk #LouieDeBrusk #MarkMessier #WorldChampionships #KonstaHelenius #JustusAnnunen #AleksanderBarkov #BillZito #MemorialCup #KitchenerRangers #EverettSilvertips #CHL #OHL #WHL #SamO'Reilly #JussiAhokas #GuelphMadHatters #EugeneGeorge #JackPridham

This week in Vegas history: June 4, 2020, Nevada casinos reopened after the COVID-19 shutdown.   After more than two months closed, casinos across Las Vegas began reopening, including properties on the Strip, downtown, and around the valley. The D and Golden Gate reopened at 12:01 a.m., while other properties followed later that day.  NEWS:   Fertitta Entertainment is buying Caesars Entertainment in a deal valued at $17.6 billion, including about $11.9 billion in assumed debt. The deal would take Caesars private. Shareholders would receive $31 per share, which Reuters describes as nearly a 50% premium to Caesars' stock price before the deal was first reported in February. Tilman Fertitta's company already owns Golden Nugget casinos, the Houston Rockets, and a large restaurant/hospitality portfolio, including brands like Rainforest Café and Bubba Gump Shrimp. Caesars has been under pressure from softer Las Vegas visitation and growing competition in online betting, where rivals like FanDuel and DraftKings are stronger. Caesars' current leadership is expected to stay, including CEO Tom Reeg and CFO Bret Yunker. The deal includes a “go-shop” period through July 11, meaning Caesars can still consider competing offers. If completed, the acquisition would give Fertitta a much larger casino footprint: Caesars controls more than 50 casinos across North America, including Caesars Palace, Harrah's, and Eldorado, plus retail and online sports betting. The article notes the deal could face regulatory scrutiny because of the size and scope of the combined gaming/hospitality business. Vital Vegas reports that a private grand opening party for the newly rebranded Vanderpump Hotel will be held on June 11.   The Heart Attack Grill closed abruptly on May 18. The property posted a passive aggressive rant on their door, stating that the closure was due to casinos pricing out average Americans.   EDC goes to two weekends next year The plan was billed as a way to reduce crowds by spreading them out over two weekends, lol The first of those weekends, “EDC Dusk,” will roll out from May 14-16. The second, “EDC Dawn,” is set for May 21-23, while the full “Dusk Till Dawn Experience” will party from May 13-24.    Johnny Kats is reporting that a new magic-based show “Now You See Me Live” will be moving into the David Copperfield theater at MGM Grand.   Soul Belly BBQ, has opened a new location in the Miracle Mile shops.   New Mirage bar at MGM Grand pool. A user on reddit posted photos of signs at the MGM Grand pool area, directing patrons to a new “Mirage Bar,” complete with the former strip property's iconic palm trees logo.  A look at the pool complex map on the MGM Grand website confirms the change. The site was formerly called the “Splash Bar” and is located between the “Splash Pool” and “Reserve Pool.” MGM Resorts has retained the rights to the Mirage name after selling the Mirage resort site to Hard Rock International.   Tailgate Social, Mandalay Bay's answer to Stadium Swim at Circa downtown, officially opened on May 16. Snoop Dogg performed at the opening The 50,000-square-foot venue features more than 125 feet of LED screens, three heated pools, 25 luxury cabanas, and two premium bungalows    The Clark County commission will be voting to extend the annual Las Vegas Grand Prix, potentially through 2037.   Nellie's Southern Kitchen Closing: The Jonas family restaurant near MGM Grand closed after May 25 service, reducing Southern comfort food options on the Strip.    Drink Las Vegas, a culinary and cocktail festival, will run from Sept. 24 through 27 at four MGM Resorts properties: Aria, Bellagio, The Cosmopolitan, Park MGM. “Drink Las Vegas” will incorporate an opening party, panels and seminars, food and cocktail tastings, lunches, dinners and other experiences at more than 30 venues inside the properties. The event recently announced the chefs, restaurateurs, mixologists, sommeliers and other hospitality professionals who are participating.    Virgin Hotels Las Vegas is reporting its strongest casino performance since reopening in 2021. The property has adjusted its focus to Las Vegas residents first-quarter 2026 data showed slot revenue up nearly 30 percent, coin-in up 10 percent, and table games revenue up 88 percent compared to the same period in 2025.    Tony: Vital Vegas reports the Luxor is getting a new atrium light show. No word on when the show will debut.   The Vegas Golden Knights swept the Colorado Avalanche in round 3 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs This is the third time the team has become the Western Conference champions in their 9-year history Though the Eastern Conference champions are still undecided at the time of recording, it's likely that the Golden Knights will face the Carolina Hurricanes in their bid for another Stanley Cup win.    Oceans 11 returning to theaters Ocean's Eleven is returning to theaters nationwide on June 21 and June 24, 2026, for a special 25th-anniversary re-release as part of Fathom Entertainment's Big Screen Classics series. The film is being screened in crisp 4K and features an exclusive introduction by film historian Leonard Maltin. Review: “The Jiggle Room” at Cheapshot on Fremont East Tickets are $20-$30 at thejiggleroom.com Vegas: Icons & Legends is available to purchase on amazon.com.    Neon Lounge Merch!   Where to find us: Keren: @360VegasKeren  Tony: @360VegasTony  Josh: @360VegasJaydubs Neon Lounge Socials: Discord (360 Vegas Server) Xitter Facebook YouTube Reddit neonloungepodcast@gmail.com (702) 900-7964

The San Antonio Spurs are Western Conference champions. Wimby's going to the Finals. OKC - despite Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dropping 35 points - are heading home. We break down the game seven aftermath, why Chet Holmgren went missing with $240M coming his way, and what Dylan Harper's poise as a rookie tells you about where this Spurs team is headed.Then we get into the matchup breakdown for the NBA Finals: New York Knicks vs San Antonio Spurs - a rematch of 1999. Eight days rest for the Knicks against an emotionally drained Spurs squad. OG Anunoby as Wemby's statistically best defender. Jose Alvarado's potential psychological impact. Both Mo and Brendan land on the same Finals prediction: Knicks in six.Coach Brendan Suhr, who was at the 1999 Finals with Isaiah Thomas, shares what this matchup means - and why closing out a Finals series is the hardest thing to do in basketball.Listen or watch and let us know your predictions in the Discord.Topics covered: PSG winning back-to-back Champions League titles and the NBA parallel San Antonio Spurs win Game 7, 111-103 over OKC Thunder Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 35-point performance and why he was completely gassed Chet Holmgren: 1/2 from the field, 4 rebounds, benched at the end of a Game 7 JDub and Ajay Mitchell injuries and their impact on OKC's offense Dylan Harper's clutch three as a rookie off the bench Knicks vs Spurs NBA Finals preview: matchup breakdown Becky Hammon's Jalen Brunson comments and why Mo and Brendan both see her point KAT stretching the floor, Wemby's positioning issues, OG as Wemby's best defender Jose Alvarado's psychological value for the Knicks De'Aaron Fox's contract vs playoff performance Knicks' eight days rest advantage going into the Finals Mike Brown being the sixth choice for the Knicks job Both hosts predict: Knicks in six

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the showing by previewing Game 7 of the Western Conference finals between the Spurs and Thunder. How did we get here and which team has the advantage going into Game 7? Does home court make as big of a difference as it used to? Plus why the Thunder need more out of SGA and how the Spurs can limit their turnovers. Next, Kevin argues that the Knicks aren't being given nearly enough of a chance to win the NBA Finals after sweeping the Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference finals. A quick look at which team the Knicks might prefer and how they've flipped the switch after being down 2-1 to the Hawks. As for the Cavs, a big offseason awaits. James Harden and Kenny Atkinson will be back. Will Evan Mobley? Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube.

It is almost June, and that can only mean one thing: the NBA Finals are here. On this episode of Running It Back, Mike Palmer and Tarlin Ray sit down to process the immaculate, unexpected vibes of a New York Knicks squad that has defied expectations to play for basketball's ultimate prize. Why is Knick Nation so uncharacteristically quiet right now? Because they know exactly how fragile a postseason run can be. The guys break down how this team evolved from the top-down, starter-heavy grind of the Tom Thibodeau era into a selfless, 10-deep "Voltron" unit under head coach Mike Brown]. With the Knicks boasting top offensive, defensive, and net ratings in the playoffs, the conversation shifts to their potential Western Conference opponents: will they face a resilient but banged-up OKC squad, or the "Godzilla" presence of Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs? But it wouldn't be Running It Back without a detour through sports culture, personal milestones, and a healthy dose of perspective. Before diving deep into the hardwood strategy, Tarlin opens up about getting beat in HORSE by his daughter following his hip surgery, launching an unofficial injury rehab support group, and executing a passionate corporate takedown of Starbucks' existential mobile-ordering crisis. Whether you are a die-hard member of the blue-and-orange faithful or just love elite sports storytelling, this episode captures the exact blend of nostalgic history, advanced-stat breakdowns, and authentic banter you need. What's Inside the Episode The Starbucks Living Room Rant: Tarlin calls out why hanging drapes and plants can't fix a business model completely dominated by mobile-ordering robots. 1994 vs. 1999 vs. 2026: Mike looks back at the heartbreak of the Patrick Ewing era—complete with the infamous June 17, 1994 OJ Simpson chase interruption—and contrasts it with the collective, selfless basketball of the current "Nova Knicks". The Mitchell Robinson "Granny Shot" Campaign: How a broken pinky might force Mitch to go full WWE Cowboy Bob Orton with a heavy hand club, and why MSG is ready for a Rick Barry-style free-throw revival. The Mike Brown Masterclass: A look at how Brown's player-coach mentality empowered Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns while keeping the starters fresh for the fourth quarter. Generational Finals History: Celebrating Jalen and Rick Brunson as they become the sixth father-son duo to reach the NBA Finals. Episode Timestamps 00:00 - Welcome to June: The Knicks are Finals bound. 01:00 - Tarlin's quick hitters: Memorial Day HORSE matches and driving tests. 02:00 - Creating an injury support community and calling out Starbucks' identity crisis. 04:00 - Assessing Knick Nation's quiet confidence and the scars of past postseasons. 05:00 - Mitchell Robinson's broken pinky, WWE clubs, and the legendary "granny shot". 06:00 - Scouting the West: Banged-up OKC vs. Victor Wembanyama's Spurs. 07:00 - Nostalgia lane: The heartbreak of '94, the OJ chase, and the '99 miracle run. 09:00 - Deep dive into the numbers: #1 ratings and a 10-deep rotation. 14:00 - Top-down vs. Player-empowered leadership: From Thibs to Mike Brown. 16:00 - The "Nova Knicks" chemistry, KAT's defense, and 2014 Spurs-style ball movement. 22:00 - All-NBA slights, media potshots, and the "team of destiny" narrative. 27:00 - Rick and Jalen Brunson join rare father-son Finals history. 29:00 - Bandwagons, 30th college reunions, and non-alcoholic beer survival tips.

The Thunder and Spurs are making Knicks fans happy. The Giants get set to talk to the Media, and CP The Fanchise joins us in studio.

(00:00) Today is bittersweet. Adam 12 is moving on… across the hall for an exciting new opportunity.(20:35.508)(33:50.100) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Fred walks us through the Sox loss. The Spurs rout The Thunder, forcing Game 7 in the Western Conference finals. Plus, Scripps National Spelling Bee goes into overtime.Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week and kick things off chatting about Motts' weekend in Chicago for rookie camp with the Chicago Steel. Then the boys pivot into the NHL with Vegas already locking up the Western Conference, they discuss who they think will come out of the Eastern Conference. BY & Motts wrap up the show hitting on the PWHL championship, World Championships, the Calder Cup playoffs in the AHL, and answer the My Hockey Rankings question of the week. Thank you for listening! Please rate, review, and subscribe! Check us out on YouTube! : Bleav Hockey - YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andy and Randy analyze the low expectations surrounding the U.S. Men's National Team as they begin World Cup preparations in Georgia. They shift to the NBA, examining how Victor Wembanyama and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will handle the pressure of an upcoming Game 7. The conversation concludes with a look at the New York Knicks' potential to challenge the Western Conference champion for the title. 01:00 - USMNT World Cup Prep 04:45 - Thunder Spurs Game Seven 09:51 - Knicks NBA Finals Outlook

Sam Amick joins the show to discuss if the Knicks have a chance in the Finals against either team that comes out of the Western Conference. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand begin the final hour off the rails and to the phone lines. Netflix shows, Zo's phone usage and more on checkout courtesy.(15:30) The Spurs blow out the Thunder to force a Game 7. The guys talk NBA playoff basketball in the Western Conference.(25:34) Brian Scalabrine has some insight into a potential Giannis trade to Boston. The guys react to the latest Celtics trade rumors.(35:41) Fake Promo FridaySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

5/27/26 Clipps & Drew are joined by Diehard Eru from DiehardknicksPodcast to discuss the Knicks advancing to the Finals for the first time since 1999 and the atmosphere in NYC. The boys quickly talk about the next steps for the Cavs before analyzing the ongoing battle in the Western Conference finals with the Thunder looking to close out the series in game 6. You can find more from Eru at DiehardknicksPodcast and NothinButKnicks. Check out www.clippsndrew.com and sign up for our mailing list! Follow us on IG @clippsndrew

- Astros tough outing Tuesday night against the rangers -  New York City going crazy- Nico Collins pay raise- Western Conference finals recap 

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Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck are back with another edition of Real Ones, and they jump right into the New York Knicks making the Finals for the first time in 27 years! What are their chances of winning the Finals, considering they're getting even more time to rest while San Antonio and OKC battle it out for the Western Conference? What's next for the Cavaliers after getting swept by the Knicks? Should they re-sign James Harden following his abysmal conference finals? Do they need a complete overhaul? Plus, a Game 5 Western Conference Finals preview and the mailbag! Intro - (00:00) Knicks advance to the NBA Finals - (02:00) What's next for the Cavaliers? - (21:32) Game 5 WCF preview - (52:35) Mailbag - (55:00) https://www.theringer.com/2026/05/26/nba/thunder-spurs-dynasty-nba-offseason-trade-rumors-victor-wembanyama Hit the mailbag: realonesmailbag@gmail.com Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck Producers: Victoria Valencia, Clifford Augustin, and Jeff Shearin Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Order and it will come. Like today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber analyze the fallout from Jaxson Dart introducing Donald Trump at a rally and how the moment impacts locker room dynamics. They explore the courtside seating controversy involving Fat Joe and Timothée Chalamet in Cleveland and evaluate Leon Rose's impact on the current Knicks roster construction. The conversation also touches on Western Conference playoff injuries and the intensity of New York sports rivalries. 01:50 - Jaxson Dart Controversy 05:30 - Locker Room Politics 13:02 - Knicks Championship Window 17:22 - Western Conference Injuries 24:13 - Knicks Courtside Drama 32:03 - Leon Rose Roster 43:26 - NY Sports Rivalries

On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stu and the fellas break down game three of the Western Conference finals in their unique way. Stu and the crew partake in this week's installment of "Think About It Thursday". Stu and company get into the details of the basketball career of Stugotz. Plus,Taylor delivers the poll results. #Stugotz #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck are back with another edition of Real Ones. They discuss the epic Game 1 of the Western Conference finals, where Victor Wembanyama made history by being the youngest player ever to score 41 points and grab 24 boards in the playoffs. What can the Thunder do to keep Wemby from having another historic performance in Game 2? How did the Spurs manage to frustrate back-to-back MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander? Even though they got blown out in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference semis, did the Pistons actually exceed expectations this season? Plus, the mailbag! Intro (00:00) FanDuel Presenting Sponsor (1:10) Wemby's historic night (2:01) Strategy for Game 2 (21:00) NBC/Peacock Ad Read (47:50) The Pistons' elimination (48:21) Mailbag (54:49) Hit the mailbag: realonesmailbag@gmail.com Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck Producers: Victoria Valencia, Clifford Augustin, and Jeff Shearin Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines The NBA Playoffs on NBC and Peacock. It's Playoff Time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby return to react to the classic Game 1 of the Western Conference finals and give their thoughts on Game 2. They also preview the Eastern Conference finals featuring the Knicks and Cavaliers. Welcome to The Mismatch! (00:00) Spurs-Thunder: “Harwood Classic,” Spurs win Game 1, 122-115 (2OT) (6:40) Alex Caruso has the game of his life: 31 pts to keep Thunder in the game (10:15) Wemby with an MVP performance: 41 pts, 24 reb with a logo 3-pointer (17:15) Thunder need some soul searching after Game 1. SGA 24 pts, Chet 8 pts (24:28) Small market atmosphere in Oklahoma City and San Antonio (26:06) Refs make the right calls and keep the game moving (33:34) Looking ahead to the rest of the series: Smoking on that OKC - Thunder in 6 (41:02) Insane stats from Game 1:  Rookie Dylan Harper has a historic night (50:56) Knicks-Cavs Preview: New York is a different team from the start of the season (56:51) Cavs' inconsistent play in the playoffs; Knicks are the clear favorite (1:02:23) Shams breaking the MVP news before Amazon (1:03:59) Story time with Verno and Jacoby Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Protect your summer today at WeatherTech.com Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Stefan Anderson and Jeff Shearin Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Three of the four teams are set in the conference finals of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, so the show starts in its natural place: discussing the Toronto Maple Leafs and Edmonton Oilers. The Leafs fired Craig Berube and the Oilers let go of Kris Knoblauch this week, so the gang breaks down what the moves mean for each club. In between wins and losses, Roy lets Ethan have exactly three minutes to discuss the Stanley Cup Playoffs, including the thrilling series between the Montreal Canadiens and Buffalo Sabres, and the Vegas Golden Knights taking out the Anaheim Ducks to set up an exciting Western Conference final with the Colorado Avalanche. Brad Williams joins the show to discuss his Duckies and how, despite the loss to the Knights, he is still excited about the future in Orange County. Finally, the group gives their review of Episode 1 of the new Amazon Prime show, Off Campus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices