Balls And Beards Podcast

Welcome back all to the 'Balls and Beards Podcast'!  There's a lot to get to in the world of the NBA - from an intriguing Finals match-up full of momentum swings to some really big-name rumors, to all of the big recent coaching hires, we've got you covered, come join us for an NBA-loaded Season 3 Episode 9!

The boys leadoff by discussing the Finals, including the Joker's incredible, historic postseason run.  Is Denver poised to take home the Title or do the Heat have one more rally left? 

Then it's on to some of the big rumors out there - first, the boys discuss Kyrie Irving reportedly reaching out to LeBron James about a possible Dallas team-up.  Then they breakdown the news from yesterday of Chris Paul more-than-likely being waved by the Suns.  Where are some potential landing spots?  Could he still resign with Phoenix?

Lastly, it's on to the recent NBA head coaching hires, leading off with Chris's Bucks deciding to give longtime NBA assistant & former player Adrian Griffin his first crack at a head coaching gig.  Then they discuss Frank Logel heading to the Valley of the Sun & former Suns' head coach Monty Williams's massive payday with the Pistons.  All of that plus much, much more! 

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Welcome back all to Season 3 Episode 8 of the Balls and Beards Podcast!  The boys tip-off today's all NBA playoffs episode by going through both the Eastern & Western Conference Finals.  Including Miami's Game 1 upset in Boston behind another massive effort from Jimmy Butler.

Then it's on to some of the surprising NBA Coaching dismissals as three big-name coaches are out.  The boys give you their thoughts on each one - including a true head-scratcher with Monty Williams & Phoenix.

Lastly, it's Ja Morant time again, but unfortunately for the wrong reasons again.  Mikee & Chris discuss his latest questionable video and speculate on what the league could potentially do in terms of punishment. 

Finally, the boys wrap-up Season 3 Episode 8 with the San Antonio Spurs winning the draft lottery.  It seems as though generational prospect Victor Wembanyama is headed to the perfect place... 

All of that plus much, much more, come join us for Season 3 Episode 8 of the 'Balls and Beards Podcast'

Thank you for all of the support as always. 

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Welcome back all to Season 3 Episode 7 of the 'BALLS AND BEARDS PODCAST'!  The boys have a huge new episode in store for today, so much so, that they needed help once-again from special guest Justin Reno!

First the boys tip-off the action with a complete rundown & analysis of the NBA Playoffs to this point- including Chris's Bucks epic collapse at the hands of 8-seeded Miami & a certain Jimmy Butler.  Then it's on to predictions for the Knicks vs Heat surprise Semifinals match-up in the Eastern Conference.  Can the Heat keep their magical run alive or will the Knicks power past them and into the Eastern Finals?

Then it's on to the Western Conference where the boys give their picks for the Suns - Nuggets semifinals series and touch-on the Warriors vs Kings & Lakers vs Grizzlies.  Are Golden State & LA in the driver's seat to close out their respective series'?  Or do Sacramento & Memphis have any surprises left in them?

Then it's on to tonight's NFL Draft!!  The boys give you their Top 10 Mock draft - including QBs, trades, and all with an in-depth look at who will go where in the 2023 NFL DRAFT!

Come join us, Mikee & Chris, along with special guest Justin Reno, for a 3-peat of NBA playoff & NFL draft action!

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Welcome back all!  It's all NBA in today's newest edition of the 'BALLS AND BEARDS PODCAST' as we gear up for the playoffs!  The boys are back with special guest Justin Reno for a complete breakdown, analysis,  & predictions for the 2023 NBA PLAYOFFS!  There was so much to cover, that we couldn't even fit it all into one regular installment, so enjoy today's special *DOUBLE-EPISODE*!!

First, the boys tackle the top-heavy Eastern Conference - will it be one of the odds-on favorites - Milwaukee or Boston to come out of the East?  Or is there a dark horse candidate in the mix?  Plus, are the Sixers destined for another early exit?

Then it's on to the historically wide-open Western Conference.  The Nuggets & Grizzlies are the top-2 seeds, but do they have enough experience for a deep playoff run?  Or can the proven stars of the Warriors or Lakers carry them to the Finals despite their seeding?  What about KD & the new-look Suns?  Or is it finally the Clippers time to make a run to the Finals?

Lastly, the boys give out their NBA end of season awards.  The MVP debate has been intriguing all season long, and the boys do not disappoint in their awards discussion - so who gets the hardware?

All of that, plus much, much more, come join Mikee, Chris, and special guest Justin Reno for the 2023 NBA Playoffs Extravaganza of the 'Balls and Beards Podcast'!

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Welcome back all!  'Balls and Beards Podcast' Season 3 Episode 5 is ready for tip-off with lots of good discussions as always.

The boys start out today's festivities by congratulating the Sacramento Kings - who last night officially clinched their spot in the NBA Playoffs for the first time in 16 years, ending the longest-playoff-less drought in American professional sports.  They are in, but can the upstart Kings make some noise in the Western Conference Playoffs? - The boys discuss.

Then it's on to a complete breakdown of the current NBA Standings, where the West continues to look wide-open, while the East appears to be extremely top-heavy.  The boys attempt to make sense of the muddled standings...

Lastly, it's on to the NFL where the Lamar Jackson saga continues.  It appears the QB is done with Baltimore, but it also appears that the dynamic passer doesn't have a market - where will he eventually end up in 2023?  Does he suit-up for the Ravens ever again?

All of this, plus much, much more - come join us for today's brand new episode of the 'Balls and Beards Podcast.'

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Welcome back all!  The boys are back with a fully loaded Season 3 Episode 4! 

First on the agenda, Ja Morant and his recent off-the-court issues.  Will the young star of the Grizzles be able to bounce-back and will he even play again this season?

Then, staying with the Grizzlies, Dillon Brooks has been making headlines again for his antics on the court.  Is it just trash-talking basketball?  Does Brooks even have the clout to get away with his antics?  The boys discuss.

Then it's on to a full standings rundown, including the ever-shifting and changing Western Conference-  Where will the Lakers end up?  Is there a favorite in the West?  Or is it as completely wide-open as it seems to be?

Next it's NFL QB courasel time!  Big news in terms of QBs on the move- Jimmy G to the Raiders - good move, bad move - the boys discuss.  Then it's onto Baker Mayfield to the Bucs - a little surprising that the Rams didn't try to keep him as their backup?  Is it a good move for the Bucs? 

Then it's on to the two big QBs that continue to make headlines - Aaron Rodgers & Lamar Jackson - it sounds like A-Rod is moving on from the land of cheese to the Big Apple - the boys discuss why a deal isn't done yet.  And why the heck is no one going after Lamar Jackson? 

All of that plus much, much more!  We appreciate all of the continued support, be sure to check out our IG & Patreon!

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In today's special edition Season 3 Episode 3, Mikee & Chris welcome Special Guest - big-time Eagles & Mavs fan - Justin Reno to the show! 

The Trio kicks off the festivities with a recap of what was an epic Super Bowl LVII, that ended in a 38-35 Chiefs victory.  Justin gives his perspective as a Phily fan. Then the boys discuss where the Andy Reid / Patrick Mahomes pairing ranks in terms of greatest Head Coach/QB combos in NFL history.

Next, Mikee's Cardinals took a little while, but ended up poaching Jonathan Gannon from Justin's Eagles to be their next HC.  Can the former Phily D-Coordinator turn Arizona around quicker rather later?

Then it's on to the NBA and a complete breakdown & discussion of all of the Big trade deadline news.  Including the Lakers, the Clippers adding former Laker Russell Westbrook after he was bought out by the Jazz.  D'Angelo Russell's return to the Lakers, plus we get Justin's take from a Mavs fan's perspective on the addition of Kyrie Irving.  Plus the blockbuster deal that sent KD to the Suns -  Did Phoenix give up too much?  And is it Title or bust for the Suns this season after the move?

All of that, plus much, much more - come join Mikee & Chris along with special guest Justin Reno for Season 3 Episode 3 of the 'Balls and Beards Podcast'!

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Welcome Back All!  Super Bowl week is upon us!  It won't be long until the Eagles and Chiefs square off in Arizona for a chance to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy 🏆as Super Bowl LVII Champions!

Before we get there, the boys have you covered with a full breakdown, analysis, and picks for who's going to bask in the confetti as Super Bowl Champs.

They kickoff today's 'Super Bowl Spectacular' by discussing Tom Brady's retirement...  Again... Is TB12 the GOAT?  Will we see sustained greatness like that ever again on the gridiron?

Then it's a full breakdown and preview of Super Bowl LVII - will it be the Eagles or Chiefs?  The boys are divided on who they feel will bring home the Lombardi Trophy.

Next, it's on to the NBA and a huge trade as Kyrie Irving has landed in Dallas where he will pair up with Luka Doncic - is it enough to put the Mavs over the top and into the Finals in a Western Conference full of parity? 

Plus, what exactly are the Lakers doing as the trade deadline quickly approaches 🤔?

*LeBron is less than 40 points away from passing the great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as the most prolific scoring in NBA history

*The Memphis Grizzlies & some shenanigans as of late, plus much, much more!

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Welcome Back All!  The boys are very excited for today's SEASON 3 PREMIER EXTRAVAGANZA!  First, Mikee & Chris kickoff the festivities by recapping yesterday's two Championship games as the Eagles breezed past a QB-injury-riddled 49ers squad and then Mahomes & the Chiefs had the last laugh in a classic 23-20 win over Joe Burrow and the Bengals. 

Then it's on to Aaron Rodgers - has #12 played his last game for Chris's Packers?  Should the Green & Gold deal the legend in the off-season?  The boys give their take on where A-Rod will be for the 2023 season.

They finish up the NFL portion of the SEASON 3 PREMIER by discussing the coaching courasel- as of publication, only 1 of 5 head coaching vacancies had been filled.  Included in one of those remaining vacancies is Mikee's Cardinals - who should Arizona hire to be the new head man in the desert? 

Then it's on to the NBA and an incredible no-call that cost the Lakers a possible W in Boston.  How does nobody see the clear foul committed on King James 👑  in the closing seconds of a tied game? 

Then the boys discuss the Lakers recent trade for Rui Hachimura - was it a good move for the Lakeshow?

Lastly, they wrap-up today's SEASON 3 PREMIER Episode with a rundown of the NBA Standings where the name of the game is parity - especially in a Western Conference where only 5 games separates the #13 team from the #3 team.  All of that & more - come join us for a big-time Season 3 Premier!!

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Welcome back all!  It's almost Championship Sunday!  The games are less than 24 hours away as we have two phenomenal match-ups to look forward to pitting Patrick Mahomes & the Chiefs vs Joe Burrow & the Bengals in a rematch from last year's AFC Title game.  And of course Jalen Hurts & the Eagles vs upstart rookie Brock Purdy & the 49ers.  KC & Philly will be popping, but who's going to the Super Bowl?!  The boys have you covered in today's Season 3 Sneak-peak Preview Episode featuring our detailed breakdown and picks for both games & who we believe is headed to Super Bowl LVII 🏈 Be sure to check it out!  We will be back next week with a full Season 3 Premier! 

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