Russillo shares his thoughts on Jaylen Brown's massive supermax contract and why it actually makes sense (0:35) before talking with seven-time NBA All-Star Tracy McGrady about comparing basketball eras, James Harden's trade request, stories from Tracy's career, and more (11:34). Finally, Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (37:43).

Host: Ryen Russillo
Guest: Tracy McGrady
Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti
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Historical and Future Perspective on Jaylen Brown’s Supermax, Plus Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady

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Russillo begins by sharing what NBA front office members and coaches think of the Finals matchup, then reveals his own pick (0:40). Then, he’s joined by Van Lathan to preview DAL-BOS, discuss Kyrie becoming likable again, and share their thoughts on the Caitlin Clark media coverage (9:15). Plus, a new-look edition of the Alliance (60:55) and Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle (69:38)! Is my wife gaslighting me?
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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guest: Van Lathan
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon
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What NBA Front Offices and Coaches Think About the Mavs-Celtics Finals, Plus Van Lathan on the Caitlin Clark Coverage

Russillo begins by examining why it looks like Dallas is having an easier time on offense than Minnesota (0:38). Then, he’s joined by Austin Rivers to learn why players are down on Gobert, discuss what it was like to play with KAT and Ant, and set the record straight on his comments about NBA players' ability to play in the NFL (18:10). Plus, another edition of the Alliance (64:14) with Ceruti and Kyle and Life Advice (66:39)! Can I keep living in my college town after I graduate?
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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guest: Austin Rivers
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon
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Austin Rivers on Rudy Gobert’s Image Problem and Playing With KAT and Ant. Plus, Settling the NBA Vs. NFL Players Debate.

Russillo begins by recapping Dallas’s big Game 1 victory and discussing Anthony Edwards’s struggles (0:40). Then, he’s joined by 49ers All-Pro linebacker Fred Warner to learn what he took away from the Super Bowl loss, how he can become an even better player, and what makes the 49ers D so special (15:18). Plus Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle (34:56)! Is my basketball career over after a catastrophic injury?
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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guest: Fred Warner
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon
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Mavs' Big Game 1 Win and What’s Up With Ant? Plus 49ers All-Pro Linebacker Fred Warner!

Russillo is joined by ESPN’s Tim Legler to preview the Western Conference (00:29) and Eastern Conference finals (23:27), and rank the best scoring options remaining in the postseason (37:18). Plus, another edition of The Alliance (54:00) with Ceruti and Kyle and Life Advice (56:39)! Which college should I go to?
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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guest: Tim Legler
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon
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Conference Finals Previews and Ranking the Four Best Players Left With Tim Legler, Plus Life Advice

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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Historical and Future Perspective on Jaylen Brown’s Supermax, Plus Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady

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