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The 2024-2025 NBA season is around its 9-game mark as of Thursday night, so Kevin O'Connor is joined by Tom Haberstroh to share 9 observations about the league and its trends at this roughly 10% completion point in the season.Can the Philadelphia 76ers survive their atrocious start without Tyrese Maxey and with Joel Embiid slated to play his first game of the season this Tuesday against New York? What adjustments need to be made in San Antonio to get Victor Wembanyama and Chris Paul playing complementary basketball that bolsters Wemby's strengths? Will Zion Williamson ever be Zion Williamson again? All that and more on today's Kevin O'Connor Show.(0:50) - Sixers aren't who we thought they were(5:10) - Can anything fix the east vs. west conference imbalance?(7:10) - Cavs are 9-0, can they get to 60 wins?(10:30) - Should NBA abandon conferences and go to 58 games?(16:00) - How can CP3 and Wemby get on the same page?(25:45) - Kings can reach a new level with DeRozan add(28:40) - Can Zion ever be Zion again?(34:20) - Jalen Johnson's usage is crazy(38:22) - Ja Morant is back with a vengeance

On this week's episode, the guys talk about players and teams that are coming into the season with the most eyes watching them and the highest expectations on them. Some names are really obvious *looking at your Philadelphia 76ers* and some others are mind blowing! Desmond Bane, Ja Morant, and the rest of the Grizzlies after an off-year (3:00) Scottie Barnes needs to step up and lead the North (8:45) Will Zion Williamson's new look translates to games played? (16:15) Orlando Magic's promising young core (24:30) Joel Embiid and Paul George NEED to show up in the playoffs (29:00) Jamal Murray can't perform like he did for Team Canada (44:30) Milwaukee Bucks have to have a HUGE year from their aging core (57:00) ----more---- Instagram @HoopsCornerPod Twitter @HoopsCornerPod TikTok @HoopsCornerPod YouTube HoopsCornerPod

After doing their 10 most interesting players in the Eastern Conference last week, Jake Fischer and Dan Devine are back to give you their 10 most interesting players in the Western Conference this week. Later, Dan Devine interviews Shea Serrano and makes a big announcement.00:00 - Hello friends!02:25 - The 10 most interesting players in the West03:15 - D'Angelo Russell08:20 - Zion Williamson13:00 - Peyton Watson17:15 - Chris Paul22:00 - Keegan Murray26:10 - Karl Anthony-Towns33:00 - Jalen Green36:15 - Bradley Beal38:45 - Chet Holmgren42:45 - Ja Morant47:00 - Shea Serrano joins the show!69:00 - Introducing: Devine InterventionOn this episode of No Cap Room, Jake Fischer and Dan Devine run through their 10 most interesting players in the Western Conference heading into the 2023-24 NBA season.Will Chris Paul fit in with the Golden State Warriors? Will Zion Williamson find a way to stay healthy? Will Peyton Watson live up to the hype? Will Chet Holmgren be the thing that finally vaults the Thunder into the playoffs? There are a lot of questions surrounding these guys, and that's what makes them interesting!Later, Shea Serrano from the Six Trophies podcast joins the show and talks with Dan Devine about what it's like to be a San Antonio Spurs fan after the team landed Victor Wembanyama in the NBA Draft, as well as which all-time NBA player he wished he could transport into the modern day NBA.Finally, Dan has a big announcement to make about his new podcast, Devine Intervention. He does his best to explain the premise of the show and Jake promises to listen.Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports PodcastsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's a live episode of Locked On Pelicans as Jake Madison answer all you Pels questions from training camp. Will Zion Williamson stay healthy and if he does what's the Pels win total? Where does Brandon Ingram stack up with other wings in the NBA and can he take a leap? Jake answer all your questions in today's live show!Join the Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicansFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

It's a live episode of Locked On Pelicans as Jake Madison answer all you Pels questions from training camp. Will Zion Williamson stay healthy and if he does what's the Pels win total? Where does Brandon Ingram stack up with other wings in the NBA and can he take a leap? Jake answer all your questions in today's live show! Join the Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicans Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

On this week's edition of the Palace of Pistons Podcast, Mike Anguilano and Aaron Johnson are back to continue our divisional preview series. However, first, the guys react to the breaking news of Damian Lillard being traded to the Milwaukee Bucks. Following this, the guys preview the season ahead for the Memphis Grizzlies, New Orleans Pelicans, Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, and San Antonio Spurs. Can the Grizzlies survive without Ja Morant for the first 25 games of the season? Will Zion Williamson ever stay healthy, and if he does, are the Pelicans contenders? How will Victor Wembenyama fair in his rookie season?

Will Zion Williamson be able to stay healthy in the upcoming NBA season? Richard Jefferson and Channing Frye discuss this topic and more on this episode of Road Trippin'. The conversation becomes insightful as they share their thoughts on Zion's maturity and the importance of taking care of one's body in order to succeed in the league. They also delve into the potential of Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley leading the Cleveland Cavaliers to a championship. The crew analyzes the role Donovan Mitchell can play in elevating his teammates and discuss the potential of Evan Mobley becoming a star player. Join Richard, Channing and Allie as they break down the NBA season and share their expert opinions on these captivating topics. Have a question or topic for our next show? Text or leave us a VM at 657-522-5578 (6575-CALLRT) Cheers! ► YouTube!

0:00 ... Hello and Welcome to Show #53 in honor of Hall of Famer Artis Gilmore, who famously wore that number. 0:32 ... Ross introduces special guest Kevin Connors of ESPN 1:02 ... Kevin quick story about his Artis Gilmore autographed basketball 1:30 ... Bet OnLine introduction 2:09 ... Bradley Beal traded to Phoenix ... Kevin wonders if the Suns have enough money to surround Beal, Kevin Durant, and Devin Booker with enough talent to win it all. 4:33 ... Bruce agrees with Kevin on the salary issue but thinks Devin Booker won't be happy as a point guard if he is required to play that position with Chris Paul gone. 6:10 ... Ross feels DeAndre Ayton will be traded so that the Suns can acquire Draymond Green as a free agent. 7:07 ... World B thinks the Suns will totally be an Iso team and is concerned about Beal's durability. 10:00 ... The guys discuss the Ja Morant 25 game suspension and Kevin agreed with the NBA's decision to wait until the season was over before announcing Morant's suspension. 13:38 ... Will Zion Williamson be traded?  Kevin thinks he won't and Bruce agrees.  Bruce feels his lack of conditioning and style of play will continue to cause him problems as he moves forward in his career.   Ross disagrees and would trade him if he were running the Pelicans. 19:40 ... Lou Williams announces his retirement ... Kevin admired how he was comfortable in his role ... World B had a great number on Lou's career ... Bruce feels that Lou and Jamal Crawford are two 6th Men who belong in Springfield some day. 23:00 ... Our draft discussion begins with players who could be chosen in the top 5 on Thursday night.  Jarace Walker has really impressed Kevin. 24:41 ... Anthony Black of Arkansas is another player Kevin loves as a complete two way player.  Ross is concerned about his outside shooting but Kevin is really impressed with his intangibles. 27:44 ... Cam Whitmore of Villanova has an NBA body and while Bruce asked if his weight might be a problem, Kevin and Ross told him not to worry! 32:03 ... Victor Wenbanyama is the clear #1 overall pick but do the guys see him playing an center or forward for San Antonio? 35:27 ... More first round discussion ... Jordan Hawkins of Connecticut is a dynamic scorer and a bit older at age 21, but Kevin is cool with that and yes ... he's also a National Champion. 37:05 ... Gradey Dick reminds Kevin of a more athletic Kyle Korver and is the best shooter in the entire draft. 38:09 ... Keyonte George of Baylor has unlimited range and is very mature ... Jett Howard of Michigan is a great shooter but may be lacking in other areas. 38:43 ... GG Jackson is someone both Kevin and Ross are very high on but is a real wild card 39:17 ... World B is mostly concerned about the Charlotte and Houston picks at number 2 and 4.  Scoot Henderson and Brandon Miller are both in play.  Houston is in need of shooting as is every other team picking near the top of the draft. 41:42 ... Brandon Miller was involved in an incident at Alabama that involved a shooting that mostly involved another player and it was a huge story.  Miller's next game was at S. Carolina and despite all the heat he was taking, he destroyed SC that night with 41 points. 44:45 ... Bruce is intrigued by the Thompson Twins and Wembanyama's teammate Bilal Coulibaly as storylines he'll be following in the Draft. 45:49 ... More discussion on GG Jackson ... he originally committed to N. Carolina but ended up going to S. Carolina.  Biggest wildcard in the draft ... only 18 years old ... so young and so talented.  Ross loves him and thinks he has a full offensive package.  Ross added that he'll require patience from his team but he's a top shelf talent. 49:53 ... Bruce's final thought is on the joy he witnessed among the draftees and their families during his 15 year run working on the NBA Draft for ESPN with David Stern and Adam Silver. 50:08 ... World B doesn't care about the NFL Draft but he loves the NBA Draft and is excited about what his Charlotte Hornets will do with the #2 overall pick. 51:37... Kevin thinks it's a good draft but not a great draft ... 52:27... Bruce wants to know what Kevin loves more: the Buffalo Bills or the Foo Fighters ... 52:50 ... Ross' final thought explains why there will only be 58 players drafted this year.  The Bulls and Sixers lost their second round picks due to tampering and Ross shares the details. 53:43 ... Kevin shares his Twitter handle if anyone wants to follow him 54:10 ... Ross says goodbye TRT 54:27            

We have a LOADED slate of NBA games to bet on tonight and the boys are fired up. Do Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns get revenge on Luka Doncic and the Mavs for Game 7. Will Zion Williamson look the same? Are the Nikola Jokic, the Denver Nuggets and Jamal Murray returning the team to beat? Join Shane and Johnny as they breakdown some of the best games in the association! 0:00 intro 1:50 reviewing yesterday's picks 7:08 tonight's NBA picks and props BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941...  SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/phnx_youtube ALL THINGS PHNX: http://linktr.ee/phnxsports  DraftKings: Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app now (https://bit.ly/3Jl1dMX), use promo code PHNX and make your first deposit of FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in FREE BETS INSTANTLY! For every leg you add you can boost your winnings up to ONE HUNDRED percent! If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NJ/NY/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details. OGeez!: Enter the “Flavoring Life” sweepstakes. One winner will receive 3 bags of OGeez, an OGeez! Hat, a PHNX shirt of your choice, and a PHNX annual membership. Sign up at gophnx.com or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA.... Must be 21 years or older to purchase. Four Peaks: Enter to win the “Toast of the Month” sweepstakes to win a $50 Four Peaks gift card, a PHNX shirt of your choice, and a PHNX annual membership. Go to goPHNX.Com or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA... Must be 21 or older. Enjoy responsibly.  Bad Birdie: use code “PHNXSPORTS” to take 15% off your next Bad Birdie order! https://glnk.io/7qnq/phnx-sports Mor Furniture: Sit in the same seats we do! Check out https://morfurniture.com Underdog Fantasy: Sign up for Underdog Fantasy today! Go to the link https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-phnx and use promo code “PHNX” to receive a deposit match up to $100 Liquid Death: Get free shipping on all water and merch at https://LiquidDeath.com/PHNX When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba), Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Mason Ginsberg (@MasonGinsberg) preview the Southwest Division ahead of the 2022-23 NBA season.3:55: How do the Mavericks replace Jalen Brunson?17:43: What are realistic expectations for Houston's young core?30:05: How will the Jaren Jackson Jr. injury impact the Grizzlies?42:35: Will Zion Williamson be full go this year?59:45: Are the Spurs the worst team in the NBA?Check out the episode to hear Morten, Bryan and Mason discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPodOdds via FanDuel Sportsbook: https://sportsbook.fanduel.com/navigation/nbaUse our special link zen.ai/thenbapod and use promo code thenbapod to save 30% off your first three months of Zencastr professional. #madeonzencastr

00:00 Will Cleveland regret letting Baker Mayfield go? 24:45 Will trading Baker Mayfield keep the Browns out of the playoffs? 53:45 How concerned should OKC be about Chet Holmgren's performance last night? 1:03:59 Are the Panthers better off starting Baker Mayfield or Sam Darnold? 1:18:36 Will KD end up at one of his preferred destinations? 1:32:22 Should Seattle have gone all-in to acquire Baker Mayfield? 1:41:50 What do you make of Aaron Rodgers' new tattoo? 1:49:17 Will Zion Williamson get his career back on track after signing rookie max contract? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Zion Williamson ever get back to top shape ? MVP race is getting tight, battle of the bigs Lakers struggles. Again

Is this just a stumbling block in Zion Williamson's career, or are we looking at the next NBA bust? Will Zion Williamson finish his career with the New Orleans Pelicans? At this point in his career is Kyler Murray Over or Underrated? [2:49] Headlines  [8:00] Zion Williamson  [17:40] Kyler Murray

Ryan Blackburn is joined by Greg Wissinger of The Kings Herald, an independent website covering the Sacramento Kings, to break down the bottom half of the Western Conference and where each team stands before the 2021-22 season. Will Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans bounce back? Can Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson lead the Memphis Grizzlies back to the playoffs? Will the Kings break their playoff drought? Ryan and Greg discuss that and much more.

BREAKING news as Stan Van Gundy is OUT as the head coach of the New Orleans Pelicans. What happened behind the scenes? Where do the Pels go next? Will Zion Williamson or Brandon Ingram have a say in the coaching hire?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15” and you'll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.IndeedGet started RIGHT NOW with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR SPONSORED JOB CREDIT to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/locked Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BREAKING news as Stan Van Gundy is OUT as the head coach of the New Orleans Pelicans. What happened behind the scenes? Where do the Pels go next? Will Zion Williamson or Brandon Ingram have a say in the coaching hire? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Indeed Get started RIGHT NOW with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR SPONSORED JOB CREDIT to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/locked Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Which teams in the Western Conference pose the biggest threat to the La Lakers going back to the NBA Finals? Will Zion Williamson hoist a MVP trophy one day? Of all the NBA teams which one is there the most pressure on to win a NBA championship?   [2:43] Flashback [8:46] Lakers biggest threat in the west [14:50] Zion Williamson [23:58] Which NBA teams have the most pressure to win?  

We break down Devin Booker as a player. Lebron James vs Zlatan Ibrahimovic. Will Zion Williamson bring back the NBA dunk contest if he enters? Miami Heat news...Did Big Baby Davis beat up Eddie House? That's what he says. Houston Texans forcing teams to make offers for Deshaun Watson over voicemail. Russel Wilson might want out of Seattle. Who is Duck of the week? tiger Woods news and more

00:00 Could Russell Wilson still be on his way out of Seattle? 24:34 Is it time to worry about the Lakers after their 25-point loss? 39:14 Will Zion Williamson live up to the hype and be a future MVP? 53:48 Will a 44-year-old Brady finally start showing his age next season? 1:05:06 Are you buying that the 49ers are committed to Jimmy G? 1:16:53 Greg Jennings joins to discuss whether Russell Wilson could still be on his way out of Seattle. 1:29:31 Ric Bucher joins to recap the Lakers’ 25-point loss to the Jazz. 1:41:15 Ric Bucher joins to discuss whether Zion Williamson will live up to his hype. 1:48:56 Should the NBA consider using Kobe Bryant as the new NBA logo? 1:55:03 Which NFL player would you like to see in the NBA? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Golliver and Michael Pina recap a wild weekend of NBA action by rethinking some of their conventional wisdom from before the bubble. Why aren't defenses ahead of offenses? Did the NBA really invite too many teams to Orlando? Will the favorites romp in the playoffs or will chaos reign? From there, they gush about Luka Doncic's electric showing against the Milwaukee Bucks, dig into Damian Lillard's squabble with the Clippers, and try to make sense of the disappointing New Orleans Pelicans. Will Zion Williamson have a new coach next season?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do LeBron James and Anthony Davis have enough of a supporting cast? Can Kemba Walker and the Boston Celtics sneak into title contention? Will Zion Williamson be a part of a Pelicans playoff push?Our local experts will give you the low down on what's changed and what hasn't with the Los Angeles Lakers, Boston Celtics, Utah Jazz, New Orleans Pelicans, Washington Wizards, Indiana Pacers and San Antonio Spurs.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! HelixRIGHT NOW Helix is offering up to 200 dollars off ALL mattress orders and two free pillows. Get up to 200 dollars off at Helixsleep.com/lockedonnba TheragunTry Theragun RISK-FREE for THIRTY-DAYS. Go to Theragun.com/LOCKEDON right now and get your Gen 4 Theragun TODAY. MyBookieJoin today and MyBookie will match your deposit 100%, plus they'll toss you a Free $10 MLBFuture wager. All you gotta do is enter promo code LOCKEDONNBA when signing up.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do LeBron James and Anthony Davis have enough of a supporting cast? Can Kemba Walker and the Boston Celtics sneak into title contention? Will Zion Williamson be a part of a Pelicans playoff push? Our local experts will give you the low down on what's changed and what hasn't with the Los Angeles Lakers, Boston Celtics, Utah Jazz, New Orleans Pelicans, Washington Wizards, Indiana Pacers and San Antonio Spurs. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Helix RIGHT NOW Helix is offering up to 200 dollars off ALL mattress orders and two free pillows. Get up to 200 dollars off at Helixsleep.com/lockedonnba  Theragun Try Theragun RISK-FREE for THIRTY-DAYS. Go to Theragun.com/LOCKEDON right now and get your Gen 4 Theragun TODAY.  MyBookie Join today and MyBookie will match your deposit 100%, plus they’ll toss you a Free $10 MLB Future wager. All you gotta do is enter promo code LOCKEDONNBA when signing up. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

00:00 Does Cam Newton need to have a breakout season with the Patriots? 21:40 Stadium sponsor FedEx makes request of Washington Redskins to change their team name. 40:55 Mike Gundy will remain head football coach after Oklahoma state review. 55:17 Are the Lakers in position to win a title in the Orlando bubble? 1:15:56 DeMar DeRozan and Damian Lillard concerned about players following covid rules in the NBA Orlando bubble. 1:26:41 Cam Newton: “This is not about money for me. It’s about respect.” 1:36:31 Report: NFL to play Black national anthem before Week 1 games. 1:46:05 Will Zion Williamson make a push to bring the Pelicans to the playoffs? 1:51:08 Would hiring Jacque Vaughn as Nets head coach help get Kyrie and KD back to the Finals?

00:00 DeMar DeRozan and Damian Lillard concerned about players following covid rules in the NBA Orlando bubble. 11:00 Cam Newton: “This is not about money for me. It’s about respect.” 20:51 Will Zion Williamson make a push to bring the Pelicans to the playoffs? 25:55 Would hiring Jacque Vaughn as Nets head coach help get Kyrie and KD back to the Finals?

What does the postseason ban for Oklahoma State mean for Bill Self and Kansas? l Will Zion Williamson ever have to testify?

On today's episode, Ben Golliver and Michael Pina preview the 2020 NBA All-Star Weekend. Will Zion Williamson and Team USA crush Luka Doncic and the World Team in the Rising Stars Challenge? Who will benefit from the rule changes in the Three-Point Contest? With Zion skipping out, will the Dunk Contest still be worth watching? And who will take the crown: Aaron Gordon or Derrick Jones Jr.? Then, on Sunday, won't the All-Star Game be the perfect opportunity for Nick Nurse and the Raptors to recruit Giannis Antetokounmpo? Ben and Michael close by taking questions on the evolving nature of basketball and the Cleveland Cavaliers' dismal future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-Do the Cowboys have to make Dak the highest paid player in the NFL? (00:05) -Eric Mangini joins to discuss what Shanahan can learn from blowing the 28-3 lead over the Patriots in Super Bowl LI. (05:27) -In Or Out? (14:16) -Will Zion Williamson dominate right away? (19:18)

-Should the Patriots regret the Jimmy G trade? (00:05) -How hard is it for the 49ers defense to prepare for Patrick Mahomes? (09:38) -Do the Cowboys have to make Dak the highest paid player in the NFL? (19:26) -Where should Tom Brady play next year? (24:11) -Eric Mangini joins to discuss what Shanahan can learn from blowing the 28-3 lead over the Patriots in Super Bowl LI. (30:59) -Eric Mangini returns to talk about whether the Patriots should regret the Jimmy G trade. (39:49) -In Or Out? (46:36) -Will Zion Williamson dominate right away? (51:37)

-Is Bronny’s controversy a bad look for LeBron? (00:32) -Is it smart for Jason Garrett to take Giants’ OC job? (21:52) -Will Zion Williamson live up to the hype? (28:56) -Do you think the Patriots regret trading Jimmy G? (38:50) -Should the Bengals consider trading their top draft pick? (44:42) -Whose stock are you buying more next season: Packers or Titans? (54:54) -Should LeBron apologize for his involvement in the Bronny incident? (1:01:16)

On today's show, Ben Golliver and Michael Pina open with a remembrance of former NBA Commissioner David Stern, who died this week at age 77. What were some of Stern's most memorable moments and accomplishments? What is Stern's legacy? How should the NBA honor him? From there, Ben and Michael shift gears to make bold predictions for 2020. Will the Houston Rockets win the title or blow up completely? Will Zion Williamson come back to claim Rookie of the Year? Will Giannis Antetokounmpo shock the world by signing the Supermax? They close by taking questions from the Open Floor Globe, handing out alternative all-decade awards for the 2010s like "Most Iconic Performance" and "Best feel-good story." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Otto Strong and Aaron Berlin reflect on the best and worst of 2019. The guys chop it up on everything from the new Star Wars flick--NO SPOILERS-- to the disaster known as the Knicks, and everything in between. The Warriors situation is unique and a great discussion ensues. And yes ... they did discuss LeBron, but on a topic you might not expect. Looking ahead, will Ja Morant be a top 10 NBA player? Will Zion Williamson hit the court soon? And the proposed NBA schedule change and midseason tournament will both be big stories in 2020. Happy Holidays everyone!

RUNDOWN Today's episode begins with a story about an Apple "Air Drop" fail that left over one hundred travelers stranded. This leads to a discussion about sifting through listener critiques. Then, the guys share their takeaways from the Seahawks 30-16 loss to the Ravens and the Huskies defeat from rival Oregon. Brady Henderson and Michael Bumpus join Mitch for a Seahawks roundtable discussion. Also, Rick Neuheisel of CBS Sports, Huskies play-by-play broadcaster Tony Castricone and Todd Leabo of Sports Radio 810 WHB in Kansas City are featured guests. Later, Mitch and Hotshot volley topics including Zion Williamson, Athlete of the Week honors, and another example of Mitch's superior rap skills! GUESTS Brady Henderson/Michael Bumpus | ESPN Seahawks insider/Football analyst Rick Neuheisel | CBS Sports college football analyst Tony Castricone | UW play-by-play broadcaster Todd Leabo | Sports Radio 810 WHB - Kansas City TABLE OF CONTENTS 5:46 | The guys clear out the Mitch Unfiltered mailbag by addressing recent emails, tweets, Air Drops, and more! 20:22 | The lackluster list of 62s in sports history is revealed and Mitch teases his choice for episode naming rights 21:59 | Mitch and Hotshot provide their thoughts on the Seahawks loss to Baltimore on Sunday. 37:37 | The guys rewind to Saturday's rivalry matchup between Washington and Oregon which the Dawgs let slip through their hands down the stretch. 52:40 | Brady Henderson and Michael Bumpus join Mitch for a Seahawks roundtable to break down the 30-16 victory for the Ravens in Seattle on Sunday afternoon.  1:14:49 | Rick Neuheisel picks up the pieces from a disappointing result at Montlake as the Huskies fall to Oregon and also recaps other college football action over the weekend. 1:44:10 | Tony Castricone shares his perspective from the booth on Saturday as the Dawgs lost to Oregon 35-31 courtesy of a late Ducks touchdown. 2:03:15 | Todd Leabo presents the latest prognosis for Patrick Mahomes' knee injury and if the Chiefs can tread water in his absence. 2:21:19 | Will Zion Williamson's knees hold up as his NBA debut is up in the air given his latest injury? 2:26:08 | Mitch hands out his Athlete of the Week award to an inspirational young man from The University of Minnesota. 2:28:54 | Aaron Rodgers joined an exclusive club in NFL history following his five touchdown performance against the Raiders on Sunday. 2:31:07 | A loyal Mitch Unfiltered listener shared his latest tradition of celebrating Taco Time Tuesday. 2:46:16 | Mitch throws down a few verses from his favorite rapper Gucci Mane who lost a six-figure bet to Drake during last season's NBA playoffs.

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With the NBA Draft set to take off tonight, which draft picks will be on lock and which teams will make huge moves to benefit themselves for next season? Will Zion Williamson’s promising career take flight and will he live up to the expectations that have been set for him? Gabe Morency and Cam Stewart break down tonight’s action and predict some of the key pickups that will occur. Shifting gears to the MLB, the Rays are potentially talking about merging their season where they will play half of the games in Tampa Bay and the other half in Montreal. How will this change the dynamic of the season? Plus, the guys share their best bets for the Travelers Championship and which golfers will come up big! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

On today's episode, we run through all the interesting connections taking place between the Phoenix Suns and New Orleans Pelicans with special guest Mason Ginsberg of Bourbon Street Shots.What type of coach are the Suns getting in Monty Williams? Ginsberg remembers the days in New Orleans, plus suggests why he will be a vastly different coach this time around. Also, how was Jeff Bower's tenure in the Bayou?We also go over David Griffin poaching longtime Suns head trainer Aaron Nelson. What does it mean for the Pelicans franchise to finally have stability with Griffin?Finally, our final predictions and thoughts less than 24 hours before the NBA Draft Lottery. Will Zion Williamson end up in Phoenix, New Orleans, or elsewhere? We shall find out soon enough. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s episode, we run through all the interesting connections taking place between the Phoenix Suns and New Orleans Pelicans with special guest Mason Ginsberg of Bourbon Street Shots. What type of coach are the Suns getting in Monty Williams? Ginsberg remembers the days in New Orleans, plus suggests why he will be a vastly different coach this time around. Also, how was Jeff Bower’s tenure in the Bayou? We also go over David Griffin poaching longtime Suns head trainer Aaron Nelson. What does it mean for the Pelicans franchise to finally have stability with Griffin? Finally, our final predictions and thoughts less than 24 hours before the NBA Draft Lottery. Will Zion Williamson end up in Phoenix, New Orleans, or elsewhere? We shall find out soon enough. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gary Carter and Wes Hall talk Redskins' offseason (when will we see Dwanye Haskins start?), the upcoming NBA offseason (will the Wizards win the lottery? Will Zion Williamson have the top selling NBA jersey next season?) + much more.

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SportsGamblingPodcast.com editor Ryan McKee welcomes SGPN contributor Megan Makin' Money on the podcast to discuss their picks for 2020 NBA All-Star Weekend events, including the Slam Dunk Contest, Three-Point Contest, Skills Challenge, Rising Stars Challenge, All-Star Game, and even the Celebrity Game. What odds do they like better? Derrick Jones Jr +200 or Pat Connaughton +400 in the Slam Dunk Contest? Davis Bertans +500 or Duncan Robinson +500 or Trae Young +500 in the Three Point Contest? Pascal Siakam +500 or Jayson Tatum +600 in the Skills Challenge? Will Zion Williamson or Luka Doncic be the Rising Stars MVP? Will Team USA or Team World win? Is Team LeBron or Team Giannis the better pick? And will Stephen A. Smith's team with Quavo beat Michael Wilbon's team with Famous Los? Ryan and Megan answer all these questions and more. Follow - Twitter ( https://twitter.com/thesgpnetwork ) | Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/sportsgamblingpodcast/ ) Subscribe - Apple ( https://sgpn.io/sgpn ) | Spotify ( http://sgpn.io/sgpn-spfty ) | Google ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hcGkucG9kY2FjaGUubmV0L3Nob3dzLzE2YTBlZjg4LTcwOTEtNDliNy05NTc4LTY3ZTE5M2I5NzljOS9mZWVk ) Website - SportsGamblingPodcast.com ( https://www.sportsgamblingpodcast.com/ ) Support for this episode - MyBookie ( https://record.webpartners.co/_r3-BH6SjvRkWqcfzuvZcQGNd7ZgqdRLk/7/ ) code "SGP" | AcePerHead.com/sgp ( https://www.aceperhead.com/?cmpid=c2dwIHBvZGNhc3Q= ) | MonkeyKnifeFight.com ( http://www.monkeyknifefight.com/ ) code "SGP" Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands