After a pre-show discussion around the office, the Rooster kicks things off by questioning whether tanking in the NBA actually benefits teams long-term. Using Oklahoma City and Indiana as examples of smart rebuilding through patience and development, the crew also examines the Washington Wizards’ post-Wall and Beal strategy and revisits the Sixers’ “Trust the Process” era as a key case study. Shifting gears, we break down the Nationals’ weekend series against the Diamondbacks, highlighted by a wild 10-run first inning on Saturday. The Rooster offers a balanced take on the Nats’ performance, analyzing the pitching, defense, and offensive sparks. In the final hour, things heat up as AMAC and the Rooster debate Mike Florio’s recent claim that the Commanders knew they’d lose to the Eagles in the NFC Championship. Plus, we touch on Deion Sanders' take on Shedeur’s pre-draft plans and react to the news of Saquon Barkley landing the Madden 26 cover.