Podcast appearances and mentions of Zach LaVine

Big Red Bus - Episode 242 – Episode Summary 2:00 — See Red Fred and Michael Walton II open with a candid discussion on whether Bulls fans should be concerned about Matas Buzelis' development heading into Year 2. 5:30 — The debate shifts to role and fit: is Matas ultimately a true 3, a modern 4, or something in between? 8:36 — Ceiling talk: could a Giddey/Matas pairing surpass what the Bulls once envisioned with Lauri Markkanen and Zach LaVine? 13:30 — Front office accountability takes center stage as they question whether AKME should continue leading the organization. 17:37 — The episode wraps with a tough coaching conversation: should Billy Donovan remain the head coach moving forward?

**Amassando o Aro - Edição 455** Neste episódio em ritmo de ressaca de Carnaval, a bancada se reúne (com o Mário participando por áudio direto de Nova York) para debater os principais acontecimentos do basquete nacional e internacional! **Destaques do episódio:** * **Giro pelo Basquete Nacional:** O correspondente Mário traz o resumo da semana no NBB (com destaque para o jogão entre Franca e Minas e a vitória do Flamengo nos segundos finais), além de atualizações sobre a BCLA, o início da Liga Ouro e a Seleção Brasileira Feminina. * **Euroliga:** Explicamos os complexos play-ins da Euroliga Feminina para o Final Six e atualizamos a tabela da Euroliga Masculina, que tem o Fenerbahçe na liderança antes da pausa para o Carnaval e Copas domésticas. * **A decadência do All-Star Game:** Uma discussão sincera sobre a falta de competitividade no Jogo das Estrelas da NBA e como o Torneio de Enterradas perdeu o brilho com a ausência dos grandes astros da liga. * **O futuro e as regras da NBA:** Analisamos os desafios de Adam Silver com o excesso de lesões (como as de Haliburton e Embiid) e debatemos a polêmica ideia de abolir o Draft e alterar as proteções das escolhas trocadas. * **O "Fim de Feira" de Chris Paul:** Refletimos sobre o momento melancólico de CP3 na liga, que foi dispensado sem espaço, e entramos no clássico debate: ele é "pipoqueiro"? Como ele se compara a Steve Nash na armação de jogadas?. * **Boletim Médico:** Atualizações sobre as lesões de Sabonis, Zach LaVine, Franz Wagner e Ja Morant, e comentamos a surpreendente estreia de Porzingis pelo Golden State Warriors. * **As piores diretorias da NBA:** Avaliamos o ranking da CBS sobre os melhores e piores GMs da liga. A briga pelo fundo do poço fica entre Washington Wizards, Chicago Bulls e Sacramento Kings. Acompanhe nossos episódios e interaja com a gente!

Just when Owen thought it'd be nice to steer away from the draft reform conversations and take a back seat to actual Kings basketball, we get this game ...The Kings lost by 37 to the Magic in their first game since All-Star Break as the Magic couldn't miss from 3 no matter what the Kings did.In addition, news came out that Kings will be without Zach Lavine and Domantas Sabonis for the rest of the season as they both had season ending surgeries.On the bright side in the midst of all the bad however, Owen did go to AEW Dynamite on Wednesday and he goes over his experience at the show.Use code SKT15 on checkout to get 15% off from HYVDesigns on Etsy during checkout or use this link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/hyvdesigns/?etsrc=sdt&coupon=SKT15Intro Music by Blue Dot Sessions. https://www.sessions.blueIf you want to email us: kingtherapypod@gmail.com

DJ & PK talked about the stretch run of the season in the NBA and what the Utah Jazz will do or face as they endeavor to keep their draft pick.

Dans le CQFR du jour, Antoine Pimmel et Shaï Mamou reviennent sur les dernières rumeurs soulevées par le journaliste Pablo Torre au sujet de la draft NBA 2025. Ils s'arrêtent également sur les implications des blessures annoncées de toute part, de Zach Lavine et Domantas Sabonis à Stephen Curry, Kyrie Irving, Ja Morant ou Franz Wagner.Voici tout Ce Qu'il Fallait Retenir en cette matinée du 19 février 2026.Commandez le Mook REVERSE #17 spécial FRENCH TOUCH https://www.basketsession.com/produit/mook-reverse-17-french-touch/Commandez l'Anthologie REVERSE Vol.1 https://www.basketsession.com/produit/reverse-anthologie-20-ans-de-basketball/Nos émissions sur YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@BasketSessionREVERSELe Mook REVERSE ► http://bit.ly/MOOK_REVERSEInstagram ► https://www.instagram.com/reversemagazineBlueSky ►https://bsky.app/profile/reversemagazine.bsky.social Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/BasketSession Twitch ► https://www.twitch.tv/reverse_basketsession

The Chicago Bulls' trade deadline frenzy didn't just reshape the roster — it completely changed their 2026 NBA Draft strategy

The guys spend hour one talking Kings and Zach LaVine being ruled out for the season.

Join Robert 'Big Shot Bob' Horry and the crew for episode 123 of the 'Shoot Around,' as they dive into some engaging NBA discussions, personal stories, and audience questions. Robert kicks off the episode by announcing a week-long break as he heads to Orlando for a family vacation at the new Epic Universe park. The show's first major topic centers around the widely rumored NBA expansion cities, Vegas and Seattle, and the crew debates other potential cities deserving of a franchise such as Louisville, St. Louis, and Kansas City. They also discuss the nostalgia and business side of bringing back the Seattle Supersonics name and branding if the team returns to the league.   Shifting gears, the conversation pivots to Denver Nuggets' star Nikola Jokic and his chase for the all-time triple-double record. The panel reflects on Jokic surpassing Oscar Robertson to secure the second position and ponders his ability to catch up to the current leader, Russell Westbrook. The focus also turns to the Chicago Bulls and their recent trades, which have left fans perplexed due to the lack of first-round draft picks received in return. The discussion delves into the value and potential of players like DeMar DeRozan, Zach LaVine, and Lonzo Ball.   Finally, the crew answers a variety of listener questions including the feasibility of G-League players returning to college ball, the challenges of adjusting to professional sports, and the weirdest movies they’ve ever seen. They share thoughts on the NCAA's stance on player eligibility, the differences between college and professional basketball environments, and their bewildering movie experiences. This episode is packed with robust debates, entertaining anecdotes, and insightful NBA analysis, making it a must-watch for basketball enthusiasts.   00:00 Introduction and Programming Note 01:20 NBA Expansion Cities Discussion 04:51 Jokic's Triple-Double Milestone 06:27 Chicago Bulls Trade Analysis 10:14 Listener Questions and Alabama Basketball Controversy 12:09 Debate on College vs. G League Development 14:28 The Impact of NIL on College Sports 17:41 Coaches' Perspectives on Returning Players 19:41 Weirdest Movies We've Ever Seen

Sacramento Kings vs. Washington Wizards NBA Pick Prediction by Tony T. Kings vs. Wizards Injuries Murray is out for Sacramento with Hunter, Monk and Westbrook questionable. Johnson, Vukcevic and Young are out for Washington with Sarr questionable. Recent Box Score Key Stats Kings at Wizards 6PM ET—Sacramento fell to 12-38 following their 112-93 road defeat against Boston. Kings shot 37% with 32% from three. Zach LaVine scored 17 points with four rebounds. Nique Clifford came off the bench with 15 points with three rebounds. Sacramento allowed 45% shooting with 38% from three. Washington drops to 12-35 with their 142-111 home defeat against LA Lakers. Wizards hit 44% with 33% from three. Alex Sarr put up 16 points with six rebounds. Malaki Branham came off the bench with 17 points and one rebound. Washington allowed 61% shooting with 42% from three

Andy and Steve look finally return for the first Pistons Pod of 2026! The guys talk about how deep this Pistons squad is and how that has its advantages and disadvantages (although there obviously WAY more advantages). The Pod also ends with one final trade discussion where Steve asks if the Pistons can help facilitate a deal for Ja Morant, Zach LaVine, or Giannis as the third team in the deal. Steve also identifies the PERFECT TRADE TARGET for the Detroit Pistons at this year's Trade Deadline ⁠⁠Follow RezBall on BlueSky⁠⁠: https://bsky.app/profile/rezballpod.bsky.social ⁠⁠Add RezBall on Instagram⁠⁠: https://www.instagram.com/rezballpod/ ⁠⁠Read RezBall on Threads⁠⁠: https://www.threads.net/@rezballpod ⁠⁠Subscribe to RezBall on YouTube⁠⁠: http://www.youtube.com/@RezBallPodFollow Andy on Twitter: https://x.com/D_D_Pistons_Fan?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor

Houston Rockets vs. Sacramento Kings NBA Pick Prediction by Tony T. Rockets vs. Kings Injuries Eason and VanVleet are out for Houston with Sengun questionable. Murray, Sabonis and Schroder are out for Sacramento. Recent Box Score Key Stats Rockets at Kings 9PM ET—Houston fell to 22-13 following their 111-105 road defeat against Portland. Rockets shot 42% with 23% from three. Kevin Durant scored 30 points with 12 rebounds. Amen Thompson contributed 24 points with nine rebounds. Houston allowed 42% shooting with 36% from three. Sacramento is 22-13 with their 137-103 road defeat against Golden St. Kings hit 50% with 26% from three. DeMar DeRozan led with 24 points and three assists. Zach Lavine chipped in with 15 points and three rebounds. Sacramento allowed 55% shooting with 42% from three.

Sacramento Kings lose to the Milwaukee Bucks 115-92In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss the return of Zach LaVine, the Kings possibly finding something in the smaller lineup that went on a 4th quarter run, and the development of Nique Clifford.

The Bulls just hit a turning point… and everything feels different now

In the final Big Number episode of 2025, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine discuss the major implications of the Nikola Jokic knee extension and how it affects both the NBA's MVP race, as well as the Denver Nuggets' playoff chances.Then, they take a look at some of the most trade-eligible players for the new year, leading with Anthony Davis, who despite being one of the most effective players while on the court, still provides question marks on his ability to stay on it. The pair also address the Zach LaVine situation in Sacramento - should he get traded, and where to?Finally, the Trae Young fiasco in Atlanta is picked apart - what should the Hawks do? Is waiving the former superstar point guard on the table? That and more on today's Big Number.(01:08) The Big Number: 4 - minimum number of weeks Jokic misses with knee injury(19:08) The Little Numbers: 1.5 - Anthony Davis' estimated plus minus(21:03) New team, new year: potential landing spots for Anthony Davis(24:06) The Little Numbers: 13 - players avg. 25+ points on .600 true shooting percentage(26:16) New team, new year: will Michael Porter Jr. have a new team in 2026?(28:51) The Little Numbers: 10 - Zach LaVine 3-point attempts per possession(38:18) The Little Numbers: 126.2 - Hawks' defensive rating with Trae Young(49:06) Should the Hawks waive Trae Young?

John reacts to the league's newest anti-taking and injury reporting proposals. Then, we turn to assessing the market for key players at the deadline. We hit on Jonathan Kuminga, Trey Murphy III, Herb Jones, Zion Williamson, Jerami Grant, Domantas Sabonis, Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan, Kawhi Leonard, James Harden, Ivica Zubac, and Bennedict Mathurin among others.  Dunc'd On Prime is the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM Subscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see the key moments from the pod each week.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Les Lakers, les Warriors, les Timberwolves et les Pistons devraient fortement animer la trade deadline, fixée au 5 février prochain. Quels échanges pourraient changer la dynamique de ces quatre franchises ? On tente de répondre.Jacques Monclar, Rémi Reverchon, Mary Patrux, Xavier Vaution, Fred Weis et Chris Singleton décryptent l'actualité de la NBA dans le Podcast NBA Extra, présenté par Nicolas Sarnak et Baptiste Denis.En complément de l'émission lancée en 2012, beIN SPORTS a créé, avec ce podcast, un nouveau format pour revenir en profondeur sur la ligue nord-américaine de basketball. Chaque semaine, les membres de l'émission débattent autour de trois thèmes majeurs, qui font l'actualité de la NBA.Un podcast à retrouver aussi sur Youtube : https://tinyurl.com/y4sabkns Hébergé par Audion. Visitez https://www.audion.fm/fr/privacy-policy pour plus d'informations.

Toujours en quête de renfort pour aider Giannis Antetokounmpo, les Bucks auraient dans leur viseur Zach LaVine. Mais est-ce un bon pari à tenter ?Jacques Monclar, Rémi Reverchon, Mary Patrux, Xavier Vaution, Fred Weis et Chris Singleton décryptent l'actualité de la NBA dans le Podcast NBA Extra, présenté par Nicolas Sarnak et Baptiste Denis.En complément de l'émission lancée en 2012, beIN SPORTS a créé, avec ce podcast, un nouveau format pour revenir en profondeur sur la ligue nord-américaine de basketball. Chaque semaine, les membres de l'émission débattent autour de trois thèmes majeurs, qui font l'actualité de la NBA.Un podcast à retrouver aussi sur Youtube : https://tinyurl.com/y4sabkns Hébergé par Audion. Visitez https://www.audion.fm/fr/privacy-policy pour plus d'informations.

Les Lakers, les Warriors, les Timberwolves et les Pistons devraient fortement animer la trade deadline, fixée au 5 février prochain. Quels échanges pourraient changer la dynamique de ces trois franchises ? On tente de répondre.Zach LaVine est la dernière rumeur en date concernant les Bucks. L'arrière de Sacramento serait-il un bon complément à Giannis Antetokounmpo ?La grande soirée de Noël offrira un 25 décembre très alléchant : on fait la preview des cinq matchs !Avec Chris Singleton et Nicolas Sarnak.Jacques Monclar, Rémi Reverchon, Mary Patrux, Xavier Vaution, Fred Weis et Chris Singleton décryptent l'actualité de la NBA dans le Podcast NBA Extra, présenté par Nicolas Sarnak et Baptiste Denis.En complément de l'émission lancée en 2012, beIN SPORTS a créé, avec ce podcast, un nouveau format pour revenir en profondeur sur la ligue nord-américaine de basketball. Chaque semaine, les membres de l'émission débattent autour de trois thèmes majeurs, qui font l'actualité de la NBA.Un podcast à retrouver aussi sur Youtube : https://tinyurl.com/y4sabkns Hébergé par Audion. Visitez https://www.audion.fm/fr/privacy-policy pour plus d'informations.

0:00 ... The crew plays a game of "Traded or Not Traded" Anfernee Simons of Boston gets us started. 1:56 ... Zach Lavine ... will his contract make him hard to trade? 3:23 ... Jonathan Kuminga seems to be regressing, but he still has the skils. 5:23 ... Lauri Markkanen ... will "Trader Danny" move his best player for future assets? 7:45 ... Is there any chance Giannis Antetokounpo leaves Milwaukee? 9:55 ... Ross wraps it up sand says goodbye. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

0:00 .... Ross hello and welcome.  Show #208 is dedicated to Byron Scott, who was NBA Coach of the Year in 2008. 0:47 ... Friday the Heat play the Celtics in Boston .... who will win? 4:49 ... Saturday's game is Rockets at Nuggets with a great matchup at center with Nikola Jokic and Alperen Sengun. 9:58 ... The Heat visit the Knicks in NY on Sunday ... New York has been unbeatable at home and the Heat have struggled as of late. 13:21 ... The guys pick 5 players and discuss whether they will be traded or not traded.  Anfernee Simons, Zach Lavine, Jonathan Kuminga, Lauri Markkanen, and Giannis Antetokounmpo. 23:16 ... Ross wraps it up and says goodbye TRT 23:30   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Insiders & 1320 Kings Insider, James Ham joined the show to talk Zach LaVine and much more on the Kings.

D-Lo & KC talk Maxime Raynaud, Zach LaVine and the Kings win over the Heat.

D-Lo & KC talk about Zach LaVine's comments, Jonathan Kuminga and more on the Kings.

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Sacramento Kings win against the Miami Heat 127-111In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss Zach LaVine catching fire for 42 points bouncing back from his 2 point performance against the Rockets, Maxime Raynaud making his first career start, and Nique Clifford's career offensive game.

The guys spend hour two talking Kings and the interaction between the fan and Zach LaVine on the bench.

Sacramento Kings lose to the Utah Jazz 128-119In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss Maxime Raynaud's career high in points, Keegan Murray and Zach LaVine carrying a lousy offense, and the Kings 9 game winning streak over the Jazz being snapped.

Heat Check's Trysta Krick joined the show to talk about her experience at the NWSL Final, Zach LaVine trade and more.

Sacramento Kings win against the Minnesota Timberwolves 117-112In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss Keegan Murray's offensive aggressiveness, Doug Christie's decision to bench Zach LaVine, and the Kings' recent return to form against the best in the West.

The guys talk about Zach LaVine and more on the Kings.

Sacramento Kings lose to the Oklahoma City Thunder 113-99In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss Zach LaVine scoring in single digits for the second straight game, Dennis Schroder looking comfortable off the bench, and the impact of Maxime Raynaud.

Sacramento Kings lose to the San Antonio Spurs 123-110In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss the Kings losing their 6th straight game, the benching of Zach LaVine, and DeMar DeRozan carrying the offensive load.

In this episode, we have our first full-length "Who Says No?". We're three months out from the NBA trade deadline and have a little grasp of how the trade market could shake out. So we pitch fake trades to each other as well as ideas from the chat.0:00 Intro4:46 Daniel Gafford trades17:41 Ivica Zubac to the Bulls or Magic28:29 Naji for Nnaji34:11 Sabonis for Kuminga45:05 Sabonis back to the Pacers52:50 Zach LaVine to the Bucks58:36 Jose Alvarado to the Pacers1:03:03 Nic Claxton to the Celtics1:10:31 Zion Williamson to the Blazers, waived and re-signed, then Deni Avdija renegotiatedYou can follow Yossi on:Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlanBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.socialSalary cap sheets: www.capsheets.comYou can follow Sam on:Twitter: https://twitter.com/SamQuinnCBSThird Apron is available on all podcast providers. Please subscribe, rate, and share if you enjoyed this: https://linktr.ee/yossigozlanYou can also access Yossi's salary cap analysis on his Substack. Subscribe for $7 per month or $50 annually! Third Apron: https://thirdapron.com

Dave and Jason are BACK as the Sacramento Kings get ready to take on the Denver Nuggets on a National Television NBC Broadcast tonight!!!! AI Drive throughs and ranch dressing Dave's Phone Dying Eagles vs Packers on Monday Night Football Zach Lavine (and De'Aaron Fox) speak on the Kings roster construction

The Chicago Bulls have gone from a dominant 5-0 start to a sudden 1-3 slide, and the numbers tell a clear story. After opening the season as a top-five offense and defense, Chicago has fallen into the bottom 10 in both categories over the last four games. Rim attacks are down nearly 25%, free throw rate has crashed to bottom five in the league, and the Bulls' assists, rebounds, and turnovers have all dipped to league-average levels.In this episode, Haize breaks down why the Bulls' early-season identity has faded, how injuries to Ayo Dosunmu, Zach LaVine, and Coby White have impacted spacing and playmaking, and why Billy Donovan must ride the hot hand instead of sticking with struggling lineups. We dive into the importance of Nikola Vucevic and Matas Buzelis being consistently impactful, plus why Buzelis' point-of-attack defense is the next leap he must take to approach true two-way stardom.Then we break down voicemail reactions from Bulls fans on late-game execution, Donovan's coaching decisions, the Ayo minutes restriction, and Artūras Karnišovas' trade flexibility with over $60 million in expiring contracts and a $17 million TPE.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

Big Red Bus Podcast Episode Title: AKME Redemption: The Rise of the Red Leviathan Hosts: See Red Fred & The Podfather, Doug Thonus Summary:See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus break down one of the most thrilling weeks in recent Bulls history — a miraculous comeback win that cements the Bulls as the #1 seed in the Eastern Conference. The guys argue that we're witnessing the greatest front office turnaround in Chicago sports history, thanks to four franchise-changing moves that have completely reshaped the team's identity. Topics Covered: The Buzelis Draft Pick (June 2024, #11 Overall)Fred and Doug revisit the bold selection of Matas Buzelis — calling it an A+ pick that set the tone for everything that followed. The LaVine TradeThe front office struck gold by trading Zach LaVine for Tre Jones, Kevin Huerter, and John Collins — plus their pick back. Fred praises each as rock-solid contributors, emphasizing that the Bulls gained three quality pieces and financial flexibility. The Okoro TradeDubbed “the most underrated great move,” Isaac Okoro's addition transformed the Bulls' defense. Shooting 50-40-80 over his last five games, Okoro locked down Tyrese Maxey in crunch time — solidifying himself as the team's best defender and a critical late-game stopper. Fred contrasts his production with Lonzo Ball's multi-year absence and inefficiency, calling out the overreaction from fans who doubted the deal. The Giddey Trade and ExtensionA true win-win. Alex Caruso helped OKC capture a championship, while Josh Giddey — a misfit in OKC — has flourished in Chicago. At just 23 years old, Giddey is emerging as a bona fide All-Star and, according to Fred, even belongs in the early MVP conversation. Closing Thoughts:The Big Red Bus celebrates a Bulls team reborn — deeper, smarter, tougher, and finally built to contend. From a fanbase in despair to the top of the East, AKME Redemption is real, and the ride has only just begun. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Willard and Dibs react to the injury report of tonight's Warriors-Kings game, which will not feature Steph Curry, Domantas Sabonis, and Zach LaVine. Plus, there's a chance that Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green also don't play.

Mario Herron is back with another Bleav In Bulls! He celebrates the Bulls' win over the Kings, reacts to the Zach LaVine tribute video — and asks, should Chicago have even done it? Then, Mario drops his bold Week 1 overreactions for the Bulls and the rest of the NBA before previewing Bulls vs. Knicks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the third hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Chicago Sports Network insider K.C. Johnson to break down the Bulls' 126-113 win against the Kings on Wednesday at the United Center. After that, Mully and Haugh discussed the Blue Jays being one victory away from winning the World Series. Later, You Better You Bet host Nick Kostos joined the show to share his best bets for Week 9 in the NFL.

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh discussed the top sports stories of the day in the Pick 6 segment.

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Chicago Sports Network Bulls insider, KC Johnson on his takeaway of the Bulls' 126-113 win over the Kings

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris reflected on guard Zach LaVine's tenure in Chicago as he returns to town with his Kings to face the Bulls on Wednesday evening.

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris opened their show by reacting to the Bears' addition of veteran defensive back C.J. Gardner-Johnson. How much can he help an injury-riddled secondary? After that, they reflected on guard Zach LaVine's tenure in Chicago as he returns to town with his Kings to face the Bulls on Wednesday evening. Later, they discussed the Bulls' strong start.

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris reflected on Kings guard Zach LaVine's tenure in Chicago as he returns to town with Sacramento on Wednesday evening. They also welcomed on FS1 host Danny Parkins to discuss Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' developmental arc.

In the second hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh discussed the undefeated Bulls being set to welcome guard Zach LaVine, forward DeMar DeRozan and the Kings to the United Center on Wednesday evening. After that, Dan Wiederer of the Athletic joined the show to discuss the latest Bears storylines, including their addition of defensive back C. J. Gardner-Johnson on Wednesday morning.

Cam Smith and K.C. Johnson break down how Chicago's defense, depth, and buy-in have fueled the perfect opening stretch. From Ayo Dosunmu's clutch shooting to Tre Jones' poise and Vooch's vintage play, the guys explain why Billy Donovan's system is working and how the team's trust and sacrifice are setting the tone early. Plus, thoughts on Zach LaVine's return to the UC and a preview of Bulls-Kings as Chicago looks to stay unbeaten.

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote welcomed on Matt Spiegel and Anthony Herron for the daily transition segment.

In the second hour of the show the guys get into Threefer Madness, play their interview with Zach LaVine from Media Day, and ask what's next for the Giants.

Rick Kamla and Dr. A continue their in-depth breakdown of fantasy basketball players by debating the fantasy value of players ranked #49 through #60 in ADP. They'll tell you if they're fading or buying players like Jimmy Butler, Zach LaVine, and Kristaps Porzingis at their current draft cost. Plus, they'll wrap up the show by giving their best bets for the 2025-26 NBA Finals Winner. This episode is presented by FanDuel! Download the SportsEthos App on the APP Store and Google Play! FantasyPass now includes DAILY PROJECTIONS—perfect for DFS and head-to-head leagues. Join the Discussion on DISCORD for real-time advice and community support. Subscribe, Rate, and Review on Apple and Spotify for expert updates and tips! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Knicks have saved the season and we were saved from some crazy takes with no show on Wednesday (00:00:00-00:18:48). The Stanley Cup Final is set and it may be written in the stars for the Oilers to win it this team (00:18:48-00:30:05). Back in studio we talk about the Thunder winning the West, sad Minnesota sports (00:30:05-00:48:33), and we welcome on Thundor and Thunder Princess (00:48:33-01:09:42). Hot Seat/Cool Throne talking Stefon Diggs, getting blocked by Mrs Bing Bong and more (01:09:42-01:41:53). Greg Olsen joins the show to talk TEU, upcoming football season, coaches he likes and tons more (01:41:53-02:26:50). Zach LaVine joins the show to talk playoffs, his golf game, Jim Boyle stories, Kevin Garnett and more (02:26:50-03:05:26). We finish with Fyre Fest of the week including a recap of the Indy trip with Zac (03:05:26-03:45:00).You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/pardon-my-take