Beat The Best

Episode 5: The "Prime" Episode

The sports world was absolutely insane this week, and we are breaking it all down. Host BetaMax84 is joined by returning superstar guest Sean Watkins to debate the hottest topics in basketball and sports.

In this episode:

• FIFA World Cup 2026: It’s officially the largest tournament in the history of the universe. We discuss the massive 104-match schedule coming to North America and why even non soccer fans are going to get sucked in.

• Giannis & The Bucks: The Greek Freak hints he might be done with Milwaukee. We debate if a player averaging 30 and 10 should stay loyal to a team that can't compete, or if it's time to move on.

• The End of CP3?: The Clippers sent Chris Paul home on a road trip. We have a hard conversation about aging superstars, "Ego vs. Reality," and why the game eventually passes everyone by.

• The MVP Race: Is it Shai Gilgeous-Alexander or Nikola Jokic?. We discuss the "Two-Horse Race" and ask the controversial question: Are we just bored with Jokic's greatness?.

Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and share! Who is YOUR MVP? Let us know in the comments.

Is Draymond Green a 'Fake Tough Guy'? Your host, BetaMax84, sits down with UNLV Runnin Rebels legend Sean Watkins to definitively break down the explosive beef between Draymond Green and Kenyon Martin.

We ask the big question: Does Draymond's New School Defense count as toughness, or are players like Martin and Charles Oakley the last of the Real NBA Tough Guys?

• LeBron's Last Dance: The one thing that tells us whether this is LeBron James' final season—is he sacrificing his All-NBA streak for one last championship run? We discuss what a retirement endgame looks like for the King.

• Next-Gen Top 5: We name the definitive Top 5 players under 25 you would trade your entire franchise for, including Wemby, Ant-Man, SGA, and why Cade Cunningham is a true "dog."

• OPEN: Plus, the final season of Stranger Things is back and your host has some serious 80s nostalgia gripes.

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Shedeur Sanders is the NFL Draft's most hated prospect. Why the criticism feels coded. Plus: NBA's youth takeover, and F1's Vegas spectacle. Also Disney's Moana live action casting fail.

Steph Curry hits the eject button from Under Armour in the most shocking of ways. Our first guest Doctor Toutoule Ntoya joins us to talk about that massive shoe brand shake up.

The smell of nostalgia & the importance of giving people their flowers before they are gone, and our college basketball team got inducted into the local hall of fame for Oregon Tech!

In this debut episode of "Beat The Best," the host Betamax84 tackles a range of topics with his signature passion and insight. He opens with a personal rant on the rising trend of 'distracted walking' and the perils of phone use while crossing the street. He then shifts focus to the sports world, sharing his frustrations and admiration for the San Francisco 49ers' resilience amidst a season plagued by injuries. The host also delves into the Golden State Warriors' struggles, highlighting the significant impact of Stephen Curry's presence on the court. Lastly, he expresses his optimism for the Portland Trail Blazers, praising their up tempo style of play. This episode sets the tone for a podcast that promises unfiltered sports takes, lifestyle musings, and everything in between.

What is this podcast about anyway? Just a quick rundown of what to expect from the Beat The Best podcast. Stick around, it just might be your bag.