Ryen opens up the pod with the discussion around Joel Embiid and the 65-game threshold that players must meet in order to receive awards. Did Joel feel forced to play against the Warriors on Tuesday night, when he suffered another injury, after missing the Saturday prime-time game against Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets (00:37)? Former NBA player Chandler Parsons joined Ryen to discuss being in the media now as a former player, where the Clippers stand in the West, and how good Jalen Brunson has been for the Knicks (16:39). Plus, Life Advice! One guy went too hard at a company ice skating outing (45:56).

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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guest: Chandler Parsons
Producers: Cliff Augustin, Steve Ceruti, and Kyle Crichton
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Embiid’s Injury and the 65-Game MVP Threshold, Plus Chandler Parsons on the West Favorite, Doc’s Impact, and More

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Russillo opens the show by recapping Wednesday night’s games and shares his thoughts on the Mavericks and Celtics (0:40). Then, he’s joined by The Boston Globe’s Bob Ryan to break down Jokic’s dominance, discuss why people have an issue with these Celtics, and talk about the changing media landscape (15:55). Plus, Life Advice with Kyle and Ceruti (51:48)! How do I not smell like my dad?
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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guest: Bob Ryan
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon
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Mavs Take Control, Boston Advances, and NBA Obituary Season, Plus Bob Ryan Talks Jokic Historically and Not Trusting These Celtics

Russillo opens with his thoughts on OKC’s Game 4 comeback to even the series at 2 (0:30). Then, MLB Network’s Adnan Virk joins the show to talk about getting big-timed by Ryen, the start of the MLB season, and even some movies and books (13:33). Plus, another edition of The Alliance with Ceruti and Kyle (60:53) and Life Advice (63:25)! A friend I don’t like is trying to set me up. … Should I go on the date?
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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guest: Adnan Virk
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon
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SGA Saves OKC and Mavs Miss a Huge Opportunity. Plus, Movies, Books and Baseball With Adnan Virk!

Russillo opens by breaking down IND-NYK Game 2 and reveals his thoughts on the officiating of the series so far (0:33). Then, ESPN’s Mike Greenberg comes on to discuss what makes this Knicks team so easy to root for, share stories from his time at ESPN, and explain what makes radio so difficult (25:47). Plus, Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle (67:36). Am I watching too much sports?
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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guest: Mike Greenberg
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon
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Knicks Up 2-0 and Pacers Call Out the Refs, Plus Mike Greenberg Talks ESPN and NYC’s Love of These Knicks.

Russillo opens by crediting the T-wolves for their phenomenal defense and sharing his thoughts on the controversial foul in IND-NYK (0:43). Then, Craig Kilborn joins to share the fan perspective of this Timberwolves team and play a quick round of five questions (19:48). Next, Ceruti jumps on for another edition of the Alliance (64:32) and strength coach Chad Wesley Smith helps Ryen answer some of your bulkiest lifting questions in this special Life Advice (68:04).
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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guests: Craig Kilborn and Chad Wesley Smith
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon
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Terrifying Timberwolves With Craig Kilborn. Too Late for the Nuggets? Plus, Lifting Life Advice With Chad Wesley Smith!

Russillo starts the pod by by sharing his experience at Game 5 of DAL-LAC and rapid-fire playoff observations (0:38). Then, new Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer comes on to explain his reaction to getting the job, what he wants to bring to the program, and his reaction to the Penix selection (18:13). Next, basketball writer Kirk Goldsberry joins the show to explain how superstars have molded the modern NBA and share his thoughts on the Western Conference playoffs. Then, they each pick their favorite starting five lineup (41:19). Plus, Kyle joins for Life Advice (87:59). How do I groom my son to be an NFL GM?
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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guests: Kalen DeBoer and Kirk Goldsberry
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon
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Luka and Kyrie Live and More Playoff Reactions. Plus, New Alabama Head Coach Kalen DeBoer on Getting the Gig, and Kirk Goldsberry on the Creation of the Modern NBA.

Embiid’s Injury and the 65-Game MVP Threshold, Plus Chandler Parsons on the West Favorite, Doc’s Impact, and More

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