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Michael Holley and J.A. Adande react to the Nuggets sweeping the Lakers to advance to the NBA Finals for the first time in franchise history and weigh-in on whether a Nuggets-Heat Finals will be bad for TV ratings. Natalie joins the show to discuss LeBron James hinting that he may be ready to retire and how that decision will impact his son, Bronny. They also discuss whether the Heat will complete the sweep against the Celtics and Jimmy Butler’s evolution as a player. Holley and J.A. discuss the Los Angeles Dodgers walking back their decision to uninvite Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence from their Pride Night event. Michael and J.A. also weigh-in on Tom Brady becoming a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders and NFL owners deciding to flex Thursday Night Football games.

00:00                   Nuggets complete sweep of Lakers, advance to NBA Finals

03:34                   Will Heat-Nuggets series tank TV ratings? 

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16:32                   LeBron hints at retirement; decision impacting Bronny James

27:19                   Celtics look to avoid sweep by Heat

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37:54                   Dodgers apologize and reinvite LGBTQ group to Pride Night

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48:27                   Tom Brady becomes minority owner of the Raiders

51:24                   NFL owners decide to flex TNF 

Michael Holley and Michael Smith run the hurry-up offense to hit many topics across the NFL and NBA.  J.A. Adande joins us to talk about Ja Morant’s reinstatement, Michael Jordan’s legacy after his potential sale of the Hornets and gives his favorite memory of Willis Reed. Tashan Reed breaks down the biggest issues in the NFL regarding Black coaches.

00:00                  Austin Ekeler says he is underpaid

06:53                  Lamar Jackson not getting as much interest as he should

11:38                  Cam Newton will be throwing at Auburn’s Pro Day

17:22                  Javon Hargrave says NFC Championship game would’ve been different vs Brock Purdy

18:34                  CJ Gardner-Johnson talks up the Lions

20:56                  Magic Johnson joins bid to buy Commanders

22:03                   Roger Goodell gets a raise

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24:16                   Ja Morant practices with the Grizzlies

31:02                   Michael Jordan set to sell the Hornets

35:00                   Rest in peace, Willis Reed

37:25                   NBA MVP race

40:22                   USA vs Japan in WBC Final

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42:58                   The NFL’s issue with Black Coaches

49:14                   Jimmy G signs with the Raiders

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51:12                   Schedule for the Week

Michael Holley, Natalie and J.A. Adande take different views of the GOAT argument for LeBron James. #NBCSports #BrotherFromAnother #LeBronJames

Michael Holley and JA Adande cover Kyrie Irving’s sudden request to be traded from the Nets.  Keiana Williams joins us to give her insight on why the Eagles have been so successful this season, and what they need to do to beat the Chiefs.  Natalie, JA and Holley discuss Kyrie’s trade request, Donovan Mitchell’s altercation with Dillon Brooks, WNBA super teams, and react to comments about Lebron’s GOAT status.

00:00                 Kyrie Irving Requests Trade

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09:20                 Eagles vs Chiefs Preview

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22:19                  Kyrie Irving Drama

32:57                  Donovan Mitchell vs Dillon Brooks

38:57                  WNBA Superteams

40:33                  Lebron GOAT Comments

Michael Holley and JA Adande debate the quality of neutral site games amid the pending decision for the AFC and NFC title games to be played at a neutral site.  Holley and Adande react to the inspiring news that Damar Hamlin has returned home after being released from the hospital.  Kurt Helin comes on to discuss the Cavs’ championship chances, Chris Paul’s decline and how the Warriors can improve their roster. 

00:00                 NFL Neutral Site Title Games

13:09                  Damar Hamlin returns home

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17:02                  Cavs Title Chances

21:43                  Kevin Durant injury

23:06                  Phoenix Suns’ Problems

24:56                  How can the Warriors improve?

31:33                  High Scoring in the NBA

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37:36                  Sean McVay leaving Rams?

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47:48                  Adande doesn’t like “likes”?

00:00             JA Adande is the guest co-host today!  The Nets fall to the Pelicans in their first game with Ben Simmons. The Suns come back and win in their revenge game against the Mavericks. JA is not impressed with the Suns.

17:53             David Aldridge remembers what it was like to think Washington was going to the Superbowl every year.  Did Dan Snyder singlehandedly ruin the Commanders’ franchise? How much weight should you put into the first game of the NBA season?

41:20             Our favorite short stints in sports. Bill Belichick was the New York Jets head coach for 1 day!?

00:00           JA Adande is the guest co-host today!  Jon Gruden says he wants another chance in the NFL. Has his punishment reached his transgressions?

19:54             Connor Rogers comes on to tell us why NFL teams do such a poor job at drafting.  The Raiders cut their 1st round pick from last year, Alex Leatherwood. 

32:12             Marc J Spears provides some background on Stephen Curry earning his degree from Davidson.  Lebron James says he wants to play with both of his sons in the NBA.

00:00            Vinnie Goodwill is the guest host alongside Michael Smith.  Did the Celtics get away with robbery in attaining Malcolm Brogdon?  Kurt Helin is confident that John Collins will get traded.

26:58             JA Adande reacts to the Big 10 acquiring UCLA and USC. 

40:36             David Aldridge reacts to the breaking news that Rudy Gobert is getting traded to the Timberwolves. What does this mean for Donovan Mitchell?

55:40             Marcus Thompson thinks KD wants to be a part of a good team culture as opposed to running the team, like he did in Brooklyn.

1:19:02           Natalie is on FIRE as she goes on a tirade about Kevin Durant and Steph Curry.

1:32:16            What happens with Kyrie Irving now that Kevin Durant requests a trade.

00:00                 Deshaun Watson speaks to the media.  

18:10                    Steve Wyche gives his takeaway from Deshaun Watson's presser.

24:29               The Celtics turn over another game in the Finals. J.A. Adande points out that the Warriors haven’t been great at closing out a series in these playoffs.

45:39             Ashley Nicole Moss says experience is the story of this year’s NBA Finals. 

00:00                 JA Adande is the guest host today! Holley makes an argument that the Warriors aren’t as much of a “homegrown’ team as they get credit for. 

20:25             JA says momentum won’t matter in the NBA Finals, confidence matters.

35:32             Tom Haberstroh tells us the first concert he went to and gives his predictions for the NBA Finals.

51:58             Josiah Johnson hopes both teams lose the finals.

1:04:16             Kurt Helin picks the Warriors to win the Finals.

1:16:25             Today is the 20th anniversary of “The Wire.”  Which season was the best in the series?

15:00:00            Are the Celtics a lock to win the series? Can the Suns stay in the playoffs long enough for Booker to return?   

15:23:55             Is “Winning Time” too sensational? Is Jerry West right to be upset about his portrayal?

15:42:54             Tom Haberstroh helps us break down Embiid’s game-winning 3 pointer, and how the Celtics are shutting Kevin Durant down.

16:07:13             Chris Simms expresses his thoughts on Deebo Samuel's trade request and analyzes his favorite players in the NFL Draft. 

16:26:13             Ari Chambers stops by to talk about the Women’s NCAA Basketball Championship, WNBA, and how to make a name for yourself outside of traditional media.

16:44:25             Jay Wright retires. Is the transfer portal going to make early retirements a trend in college basketball?

16:54:24             Pitcher tackles home-run hitter, Mike Tyson punches man annoying him on an airplane.