Podcast appearances and mentions of will riley

Ben Strober Discusses Wizards free agency Most Intriguing Storylines for NBA Free Agency Interviews with Wizards draft picks Tre Johnson and Will Riley

Mike LaTulip, a former Illinois guard and basketball analyst for the Field of 68 and the Illini Inquirer, joins Matt Modderno to break down the game of new Wizards wing Will Riley. LaTulip fills listeners in on Riley's strengths, areas for improvement, Day 1 readiness, long-term potential, ideal roles, and what his mindset and work ethic are like. This is everything you need to know to get up to speed on Will Riley. LaTulip also weighs in on the additions of Tre Johnson and Jamir Watkins to the Wizards young core.

The best clips from the Kevin Sheehan Show this week! Monday: Kevin Sheehan on if a uniform change for the Commanders is coming soon and reacting to Josh Harris spending half a million dollars on a Jayden Daniels rookie card. Wednesday: Scott Abraham from ABC7 joins the Kevin Sheehan Show to give an update on the Commanders return to RFK Stadium and what progress has been made with the D.C. council to move along the process. Thursday: Kevin Sheehan opens up the show recapping and reviewing the Washington Wizards first round draft picks Tre Johnson and Will Riley. Friday: Washington Wizards GM Will Dawkins joins the Kevin Sheehan Show to give insight on the Wizards NBA Draft process and picks that were made.

Hour 1 with Lynnell Willingham: Lynnell has had some car troubles, recently / How important is it for Tre Johnson and Will Riley to pan out? / Bill Armstrong joins to discuss his former player and Wizards lottery pick Tre Johnson / Wizards GM Will Dawkins breaks down the team's draft process with Johnson / Tre Johnson answers questions from the media in his opening presser

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner discuss Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley going back-to-back in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft. Piper discusses his experience in Brooklyn, what he thinks of the fit for Jakucionis in Miami and Riley in Washington, what this means for Illini basketball and who could be the next Illini draft picks. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for just $1: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Derek Piper was in Brooklyn for the NBA Draft. He has a full of report about on KJ and Will Riley going back to back in the First Round. Plus, what did Brad Underwood think? And the Cubs and Cardinals split their 4 game series. The taunting continues!

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back as the Wizards make a big selection at 6, taking Chase's top player on the board Tre Johnson. Ryan's guy and rumored target of the Wizards falls to 7 in Jeremiah FearsThe guys give their thoughts on the pick. The guys also discuss the Wizards 3 slot trade-back to 21, to take Will Riley.What did the guys think of the Jordan Poole trade to New Orleans?Live reaction to the draft pick of Jamir Watkins

Hour 1 with Lynnell Willingham: Lynnell says the Wizards hit a home run on day 1 of the NBA draft / Chad Myers, Tre Johnson's high school coach, tells us what he's really like / Tre Johnson may have a higher ceiling but don't sleep on Will Riley / Illinois head coach Brad Underwood talks about Will Riley's game / The Capitals trade for forward Justin Sourdif from the Florida Panthers

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley going back-to-back in the 2025 NBA Draft and then discuss some news items and their top takeaways from Illinois athletics director Josh Whitman's annual media roundtable, including a change to the Mizzou football series and the impact of the House settlement on Illinois and college athletics. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for just $1: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

6.26.25, Kevin Sheehan reacts to Will Dawkins addressing the media after the first round of the NBA Draft where the Wizards selected Tre Johnson and Will Riley.

6.26.25, Kevin Sheehan opens up the show recapping and reviewing the Washington Wizards first round draft picks Tre Johnson and Will Riley.

6.26.25 Hour 2, Chase Hughes from Monumental Sports joins the Kevin Sheehan Show to give his thoughts on the Wizards first round draft picks in the NBA Draft and what could the Wizards rotation look like next season. Kevin Sheehan reacts to Will Dawkins addressing the media after the first round of the NBA Draft where the Wizards selected Tre Johnson and Will Riley. Callers give their thoughts on the Wizards draft and if it was a good night for them.

6.26.25 Hour 1, Kevin Sheehan opens up the show recapping and reviewing the Washington Wizards first round draft picks Tre Johnson and Will Riley. Kevin Sheehan reacts to clips of Wizards GM, Will Dawkins' post draft comments after night 1 of the NBA Draft. Eric Flack from WUSA9 joins the Kevin Sheehan Show to discuss the progress on the RFK Stadium return for the Commanders and what steps the D.C. council has to take in order to get the deal done.

6.26.25 Hour 1, Kevin Sheehan opens up the show recapping and reviewing the Washington Wizards first round draft picks Tre Johnson and Will Riley. Kevin Sheehan reacts to clips of Wizards GM, Will Dawkins' post draft comments after night 1 of the NBA Draft. Eric Flack from WUSA9 joins the Kevin Sheehan Show to discuss the progress on the RFK Stadium return for the Commanders and what steps the D.C. council has to take in order to get the deal done. 6.26.25 Hour 2, Chase Hughes from Monumental Sports joins the Kevin Sheehan Show to give his thoughts on the Wizards first round draft picks in the NBA Draft and what could the Wizards rotation look like next season. Kevin Sheehan reacts to Will Dawkins addressing the media after the first round of the NBA Draft where the Wizards selected Tre Johnson and Will Riley. Callers give their thoughts on the Wizards draft and if it was a good night for them. 6.26.25 Hour 3, More callers give their thoughts on the Wizards first round picks. Kevin Sheehan goes over what red flags he thinks the Commanders have going into the 2025 season. Kevin Sheehan reacts to Austin Ekeler's comments on being impressed with Jayden Daniels and how the offense will grow next season.

Callers reacted to the Wizards selecting Tre Johnson with the No. 6 pick and some wanted Derick Queen. JP talks himself into liking the Will Riley pick.

BMitch & Finlay Hour 1: JP is ALL IN on the Wizards pick of Tre Johnson in the NBA Draft / JP talks himself into liking the Will Riley pick and did the Wizards make the right pick at No. 6? / The NBA Draft coverage of the Wizards was not good

Illinois head coach Brad Underwood joins G&D to rave about the Wizards selection, Will Riley.

6.26.25 Hour 2 1:00- Illinois head coach Brad Underwood joins G&D to rave about the Wizards selection, Will Riley. 20:20- There's a big lawsuit happening between Padres star Fernando Tatis Jr & Big League Advance, we discuss this here.

Greg breaks down the Wizards' selection of Tre Johnson at No. 6 and Will Riley at No. 21. He also previews Round 2, where the Wizards own the No. 43 pick. Enjoy!

Hour 1 1:12 - Wizards Draft Recap: Tre Johnson at 6, Will Riley at 21 9:38 - RFK at Risk? Eric Flack on What the DC Council Delay Means for the Commanders' Stadium Plans 24:48 - Follow-Up on the Latest Surrounding RFK 35:10 - Calls on RFK

Day 1 of the NBA Draft is in the books, and the Washington Wizards made their move. Craig reacts to the selection of Texas guard Tre Johnson with the 6th overall pick and the trade back from No. 18 to No. 21 to draft Illinois forward Will Riley. Craig breaks down what each player brings to the table, how they fit into the Wizards' long-term vision, and what to make of the front office's approach on draft night.

Craig welcomes on Illinois Head Coach Brad Underwood to give insight into the type of player the Wizards are getting in Will Riley. Coach Underwood raves about Riley's character, maturity, and competitive fire — especially how he embraced coming off the bench as a former 5-star recruit. He also highlights Riley's elite work ethic, noting the 70,000 threes Riley shot outside of scheduled practices.

Craig welcomes on Varun Shankar of The Washington Post for the latest edition of Not My Beat to react to the Wizards selecting Tre Johnson and Will Riley in the first round of the NBA Draft. Varun explains why Tre Johnson's positional size and strong feel for the game made him the right pick at No. 6, and breaks down why the Wizards were intrigued by Will Riley's competitiveness and shooting upside at No. 21.

Dave discusses the NBA Draft, the Wizards additions of Tre Johnson and Will Riley, and what could have been with a slightly higher draft pack. Additionally, he reviews the Poole/Bey trade, as the Wizards clear cap space for the 25-26 season. @davidasherlevy

In this episode, we kick things off with a breakdown of the first round of the NBA Draft, focusing on the surprise of Ace Bailey going fifth, just ahead of where many expected him to land with the Wizards. We analyze Washington's actual picks, Tre Johnson and Will Riley, with The Rooster offering insight into how they fit the current roster and the long-term rebuild. Hour two dives into Bailey's awkward post-draft interview with the Jazz and debates whether his reaction hinted at dissatisfaction, sparking strong listener reactions. We also take a closer look at Riley's game, spotlighting both his potential and areas for growth. Finally, we shift to the breaking news that funding for the new Wizards stadium has been pulled from the city budget, unpacking the political and financial obstacles threatening the 2030 timeline and discussing what this could mean for the franchise's future in D.C.

Hour two kicks off with reaction to Ace Bailey's awkward post-draft interview after being selected by Utah. Was he unhappy to be drafted by the Jazz? We discuss the optics and respond to passionate callers who pushed back on our take. Then we dive deeper into Will Riley's game, highlighting his strengths and areas he'll need to develop to make an impact in D.C.

In the opening hour, we break down the first round of the NBA Draft, starting with the surprise of Ace Bailey going #5; just one spot ahead of the Wizards, where many expected him to land. We then dive into Washington's actual selections: Tre Johnson and Will Riley. The Rooster shares what he likes about each pick, how they complement the current roster, and what this means for the Wizards' long-term rebuild.

Pipes is in Brooklyn covering tonight's NBA Draft. He's got the details on everything happening and expectations for where KJ & Will Riley could be drafted.  Speaking of which, the Illini Men's Basketball team did an incredible tribute to both players. We'll have that for you as well. It's a big day for the Illini and The Drive!

Join Travis & Eric back on the show today, Cubs-Cardinals from last night and the rest of MLB, NBA offseason moves with more possibly incoming especially with the Draft tonight, where will KJ and Will Riley be selected, Nascar at Pocono recap!!  

Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to preview the 2025 NBA Draft. He breaks down how Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley stack up in this draft class and their best team fits at the next level, and he then breaks down his thoughts on the top of the draft, some underrated and overrated prospects and some sleepers. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for just $1: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Oklahoma City Thunder are the NBA Champs! And they have two First Round Picks in the NBA Draft. Could Kasparas Jakucionis or Will Riley be headed to OKC?  Ryen Rusillo LOVES KC and Will. Where does he think they'll land? Find out in Hour 1! Plus, who didn't get invited to Lon's big party on Friday?

Derek Piper is headed to the green room of the NBA Draft in Brooklyn! Pipes will be there live next week. And he's not going alone - breaking Illini news! Will Riley is officially invited to the Green Room too. And more breaking news - Ty Rodgers suffered a knee injury and it will require surgery. Hear the latest from Brad Underwood.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss Terrence Shannon Jr.'s impact in the Western Conference Finals, Will Riley and Kasparas Jakucionis staying in the NBA Draft and Dame Sarr to Duke. The guys then dive into the greatest Illini basketball 'What ifs" of the 21st century, including if Bill Self never departed for Kansas, if Bruce Weber and John Groce had NIL, if Jalen Brunson chose Illinois, if Illinois beat Loyola, if Terrence Shannon Jr. went to Michigan and many more. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for just $1: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The CHGO Bulls crew welcome Chicago Bulls PA announcer Tim Sinclair back to the show! Peck and Big Dave get Tim's perspective from some of the wildest moments at the Madhouse on Madison this season, like Matas Buzelis hammer dunks and the Josh Giddey miracle shot. Tim also shares his experiences from the Derrick Rose retirement ceremony and being the emcee for the NBA Draft Lottery. Plus, is Tim - PA announcer for and fan of the Illinois Fighting Illini - hoping the Bulls take Kasparas Jakucionis or Will Riley in the 2025 NBA Draft?

The CHGO Bulls crew break down more NBA Draft Combine interviews, featuring Rasheer Fleming, Kasparas Jakucionis, Will Riley and Rocco Zikarsky. These four players seem to be among the most talked about by the Bulls fanbase. Which Illini product would fit better into the current Bulls core? Could Zikarsky be the big man solution with a second round pick? And is Fleming worth a reach at #12? Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb review the players' traits and Combine interview answers.

The Chicago Bulls' offseason heats up with contract negotiations and draft prospects. Josh Giddey's potential $150 million deal sparks debate among fans, but is it truly comparable to Zach LaVine's max contract? Dive into the financial implications and misconceptions surrounding Giddey's value. Explore sleeper picks for the Bulls' draft board, including Will Riley, Danny Wolf, and Liam McNeely. Discover why Hugo Gonzalez could be a hidden gem with two-way potential. Uncover insights on these prospects' strengths, weaknesses, and fit with the team. Listen now to gain a deeper understanding of the Bulls' draft strategy and potential roster moves.Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/BullsCentralPodGet at us:Email: BullsCentralPod@gmail.comTwitter:@BullsCentralPodPhone: ‪(773) 270-2799‬Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chicago-bulls-central/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode I spotlight another postseason crown for men's golf (3:03) and preview a pivotal series for Illini baseball (9:01). I also recap this week's NBA Draft lottery (14:09), examine the ideal teams for Kasparas Jakucionis & Will Riley (21:41), and introduce the newest men's basketball signee (32:20). I wrap up the show by discussing the contract extensions of Bret Bielema & Brad Underwood (37:47) and catching up on the latest Illini football updates (52:02).

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner discuss Illinois basketball's expected hire of Colgate assistant Camryn Crocker and how he fits on the staff, Illinois extending head coach Brad Underwood, the NBA Draft Combine for Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley and the addition of 2025 guard Blake Fagbemi. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CBS Sports and 247Sports college basketball writer Isaac Trotter joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to give his thoughts on Illinois basketball's offseason. Trotter breaks down what excites and concerns him about the Illini's 2025-26 roster, how the new pieces fit, potential leaps for the returners and X-factors. He then discusses how the Illini stack up in the Big Ten and a big week ahead at the NBA Draft Combine for Kasaparas Jakucionis and Will Riley. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA draft analyst with Ersin Demir joins the podcast to discuss 6 prospects the Wizards should consider taking with the 18th pick in the NBA Draft. Main prospects include: Nolan Traore, Carter Bryant, Maxime Raynaud, Rasheer Fleming, Jase Richardson, and Thomas Sorber. Also touched on Joan Beringer, Noa Essengue, and Will Riley.

This week I'm joined by Pleas Honeywood to spotlight men's golf and recognize Illinois' standout athletes of 2024-25. We also take a closer look at the men's basketball roster following the Andrej Stojakovic signing, review the NBA Draft prospects for Kasparas Jakucionis & Will Riley and break down the Big Ten hoops schedules. Finally, we recap the latest football transfer news and check in on former Illini following the NFL Draft.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to a newsy weekend and Monday for Illinois basketball. The guys discuss Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley declaring for the NBA Draft, their projections and what having a pair of one-and-done draft picks could mean for the program. The guys then discuss what they saw from Illini commit David Mirkovic and Illini target Dame Sarr in the Nike Hoop Summit. Plus, the guys discuss the potential of a reunion with Adam Miller and whether he'd fit the roster. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lon and Derek discuss the news of Will Riley and Kasparas Jakucionis declaring for the NBA Draft on Monday. The guys also give their thoughts on Adam Miller going into the transfer portal and possibly returning to Illinois.

Derek and Kyle discuss the Cardinals' maddening extra innings loss to the Pirates and assess how confident they are in the Cubs winning the NL Central after their hot start. Later, the guys break down what Dame Sarr could add to the Illini's roster and why a Will Riley return is probably unlikely. The guys react to 247 Sports's top 10 transfer list.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss Montenegro forward David Mirkovic committing to Illinois basketball. The guys discuss what he brings to the Illini's Balkan-flavored frontcourt and what the strengths and weaknesses are of the Illini's front line. The guys then discuss potential backcourt options, including Wyoming's Malik Moore, North Carolina's Ian Jackson and Italy's Dame Sarr, as well as Will Riley's latest NBA Draft projection. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to Illinois basketball's 86-73 win over Xavier. The guys discuss big games from first-year players Will Riley, Tomislav Ivisic and Kasparas Jakucionis and a dominant two-way game by Kylan Boswell. Then the guys look ahead to Sunday's Round of 32 game against Kentucky. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini basketball not only survives and advances, but does so with style in an 86-73 win over Xavier. Mike Carpenter, Andrew Wilson, and Kenton Elmore react during the First Round victory, setting up a huge matchup against Kentucky on Sunday. Will Riley drops 22, Tomislav Ivisic grabs a 20-10 double double, Kasparas Jakucionis was one rebound away from a triple-double, and Kylan Boswell added another 15. Look out, Big Blue . . . the Illini are comin'. 

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois basketball's 106-94 win over Iowa in the second round of the Big Ten Tournament. The guys discuss big games from Kylan Boswell, Tre White, Tomislav Ivisic and Will Riley; Fran McCaffery's ejection and Friday's quarterfinal matchup with Maryland. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois basketball's 88-80 win over Purdue, including a 13-1 run to end the game, continued strong play by Will Riley and Tre White and more. The guys then preview the Illini's path in the Big Ten Tournament and participate in a Big Ten Tournament draft. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to Illinois basketball's 88-80 victory over No. 18 Purdue in Friday's regular-season finale at State Farm Center. The guys discuss the Illini's rally, strong close and what a three-game win streak heading into the postseason means for this team, as well as star performances by Will Riley and Tre White. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices