Dukes & Bell

The full 4-29-26 Dukes and Bell

Carl and Mike breakdown the Atlanta Hawks' crushing Game 5 loss to the Knicks, questioning why the team appears physically overmatched. They scrutinize Quin Snyder's decision to sideline top draft pick Zaccharie Risacher and challenge Jalen Johnson to embrace a true "alpha dog" role. They also field calls from frustrated fans regarding the lack of size and defensive intensity needed to extend the series in Atlanta.

01:50 - Hawks Game 5 Loss Analysis

06:30 - Zaccharie Risacher Rotation Mystery

10:45 - Jalen Johnson Alpha Concerns

15:00 - Offseason Roster Construction Goals

21:25 - Quin Snyder Coaching Critique

26:25 - Dyson Daniels Performance Review

32:50 - Atlanta Home Court Advantage

37:55 - Postgame Player Audio Clips

41:10 - Braves and NFL News

They discuss the secret draft-day interactions between the Rams and Bo Nix, alongside the Falcons' clandestine approach to selecting Michael Penix Jr. They evaluate the Atlanta Braves' recent on-field success and their impressive revenue growth through the Braves Vision platform. Pat Riley's perspective on the Hawks' roster and a lighthearted story about counterfeit concert merchandise are also featured.

01:50 - NCAA Tournament Expansion and Greed

05:35 - Bo Nix's Secret Draft Meetings

08:53 - Michael Penix Jr. Health Concerns

12:45 - Falcons Front Office Hires

17:13 - Concert Merch and Counterfeit Shirts

21:48 - Braves Success and Tariq Skubal

26:25 - High-Speed World Series Parade

33:46 - Pat Riley Praises Hawks' Roster

38:00 - Braves Vision and Revenue Growth

Dukes and Bell analyze the Hawks' frustrating Game 5 loss to the Knicks, specifically criticizing Jalen Johnson's performance and the exclusion of top draft pick Zaccharie Risacher from the rotation. They also discuss Kirby Smart's recent comments regarding the financial challenges facing college athletics and the potential for program cuts. Guy Talk covers diverse topics including Jeremy Renner's home sale, F1 in Miami, and NFL trade rumors surrounding A.J. Brown.

01:50 - Hawks Disastrous Game 5 Loss

06:51 - Smart Discusses Collegiate Revenue

16:24 - Lack Of Killer Instinct

23:07 - Kuminga Rotation Debate

30:48 - Guy Talk Sports Update

Carl and Mike analyze the Atlanta Hawks' lack of mental toughness following a devastating playoff loss to the Knicks. They are joined by Grant McCauley to discuss the Braves' dominant pitching and the return of Spencer Strider to the rotation. The discussion also touches on breaking reports regarding the potential collapse of LIV Golf and the state of the Falcons' roster post-draft.

01:50 - Hawks Postseason Struggles

05:43 - Falcons Roster Depth

09:41 - Falcons Defensive Outlook

15:22 - Grant McCauley Braves Update

20:06 - Spencer Strider Return

24:27 - Future of LIV Golf

30:15 - Hawks Toughness Debate

41:40 - NFL News and Wrap

Carl and Mike close out the show with final thoughts on the Hawks as they discuss if the team "can recover" after their Game 5 loss and even the series at three games a piece on Thursday.

Carl and Mike are joined by Grant McAuley as they discuss the Braves win over the Tigers and reports of Spencer Strider slated to start on Sunday against the Rockies.

Carl and Mike get into some Falcons talk as they share thoughts on the wide receiver room with the addition of Zachariah Branch as well as some of the free agency signings, do which they agree at the top, the group looks appealing however the depth of the group leaves room for questioning.

Carl and Mike get back into Hawks talk as they continue to react to the Game 5 loss to the Knicks and discuss their disappointment in performances from some of the players, including Jalen Johnson, who they agree has 'to be that alpha' regardless of what the outcome of Game 6 will eventually be.

Carl and Mike get back to some brief Hawks talk as they continue share thoughts on why they believe Jalen Johnson has to find a way to be more assertive offensively and show he has the confidence to be the player to take the big shots when the Hawks need to go to him.