In this episode we are going to recap the weekend's primetime slate of NBA games, what can hold back OKC, LeBron reaching 40k points, Bucks improved defense, and Tyrese Haliburton’s struggles. 

Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew Velez, Joel Dehls
Producer: John Tortorelli

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00:00 Intro
00:43 Join BetterHelp
02:39 Riv Gets Jersey from Santos
03:52 Drew Twitch and 2K League Talk 
15:07 What we learned from past weekend primetime games 
33:27 Lebron hits 40k
46:53 OKCs Playoff Chances
01:11:53 Current OKC vs KD, Russ & Harden
01:29:55 How far can OKC go in the playoffs?
01:33:17 This week in the NBA
01:33:31 Injuries in the NBA
01:35:07 What throwback players translate todays NBA
01:49:33 SGA in historic company and Wolves clutch problems 
01:53:19 Should NBA divisions mean more?
01:57:30 Bucks finding their stride?
02:11:12 Why is Haliburton struggling?

#359 How Legit is OKC? Bucks Improved Defense, LeBron Reaches 40k, and Haliburton’s Slump

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In this episode we are going to give our predictions for the conference finals and recap closeout games in the 2nd round. 

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Intro 00:00

 Joel confronts Mavericks disrespect 08:20
  What does OKC need to do next? 24:51
  Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving praise 43:06
  Timberwolves Game 7 comeback 53:35
  Is the Pacers ECF run a fluke? 01:17:00
  This week in the NBA 01:39:00
  Pacers vs Celtics prediction 01:57:22
  Mavericks vs Timberwolves prediction 02:06:00


#380 Conference Finals Predictions, Mavericks Praise, Wolves Comeback, and Pacers Fluke?

In this episode we are going to do a mock draft for the first 14 picks, if the Wolves or Nuggets have more pressure, OKC-Mavs Game 6 prediction, NFL schedule takeaways, and Jared Goff’s contract extension.

Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew Velez, Joel Dehls
Producer: John Tortorelli


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Intro 00:00
Go to FactorMeals.com/pas50 16:00

 NBA Mock draft: Lottery only 17:00
  Heated Dejounte vs Garland debate 23:00
  NBA Mock draft continued 34:22
  What’s the future look like for the Cavaliers? 01:12:05
  Darius Garland and Jarrett Allen trades 01:32:03
  Are the Wolves or Nuggets under more pressure to win Game 7? 01:44:45
  OKC vs Mavericks Game 6 prediction 01:59:03
  Caitlin Clark WNBA struggles 02:12:07
  Building an NFL team with $21 02:15:37
  John on Draymond Green’s podcast 02:27:11
  Guessing the worst defenses in the NBA 02:31:53
  NFL Schedule release: Biggest takeaways 02:36:35
  Steelers schedule prediction 02:41:40
  Dolphins schedule prediction 02:45:20
  How does Goff’s extension affect the Dolphins negotiations with Tua? 02:53:21


#379 Mock Draft 1.0, Heated Garland vs Dejounte Debate, Cavaliers Turmoil, and NFL Schedule Release

In this episode we are going to talk about the NBA draft lottery, Pelicans trying to trade Brandon Ingram, NFL schedule release, and biggest questions for AFC teams. 

Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew Velez, Joel Dehls
Producer: John Tortorelli

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Intro 00:00

 Use code PAS on Prizepicks 04:00
  Great TV shows to watch 08:13
  NBA Draft lottery reaction 13:07
  Should the Rockets trade for Mikal Bridges? 20:48
  Spurs get two picks in the top ten 27:54
  What does OKC do at 12? 29:17
  Lu Dort defense debate 32:40
  Luka and the Mavericks 43:15
  Nuggets tie series 2-2: What changed? 51:50
  Will injuries cost the Knicks an ECF appearance? 01:10:57
  Brandon Ingram trades 01:27:05
  This week in the NBA/NFL 01:39:30
  NFL division odds takeaways 01:52:47
  Easiest schedules 02:03:29
  Hardest schedules 02:15:11
  Biggest question mark for every AFC team 02:21:10


#378 NBA Draft Lottery Reaction, Brandon Ingram Trades, NFL Strength of Schedules, and AFC Questions

In this episode we are going to debate if the Suns firing Vogel was the right decision, our finals pick, Jokic winning his 3rd MVP, the best guard 6’3 and under, and biggest question marks for every NFC team. 

Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew Velez, Joel Dehls
Producer: John Tortorelli

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Intro 00:00

 All-time assists trivia 07:00
  Did the Suns make the right decision firing Frank Vogel? 21:00
  WYR: Suns or this team 30:30
  Who’s winning the championship? 43:28
  Jokic wins 3rd MVP: Was it the correct decision? 01:06:10
  Live reaction the Knicks-Pacers Game 3 01:23:37
  WYR: Knicks trio (Nova boys) edition 01:27:44
  John’s top 10 players list 01:32:25
  Draymond disrespects Knicks 01:36:00
  Who’s the best guard 6’3 and under? 01:40:30
  Biggest question marks for every NFC team 01:51:30


#377 Suns Fire Vogel, Jokic Wins 3rd MVP, Finals Pick, Best Guard Under 6’3, and NFC Question Marks

In this episode we are going to debate if Darvin Ham should’ve gotten fired, if the Bucks window is closed, what the Heat’s offseason plan should be, 2nd round predictions, and what’s the best division in the NFL? 

Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew Velez, Joel Dehls
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Intro 00:00
The new era of Pick a Side 00:50
Kendrick vs Drake: Who won? 03:58
Download PrizePicks 19:41
1. Lakers fire Darvin Ham 21:38
2. Is Mike Malone a great coach? 42:10
3. Has the Bucks window closed? 51:10
4. What 3 players will be the face of the 2020s? 55:45
5. Khris Middleton trade ideas 01:09:30
6. Bucks championship run debate 01:15:20
7. Should the Heat sign Jimmy Butler to a max extension? 01:20:57
8. Timberwolves vs Nuggets prediction 01:38:15
9. 2Ks horrible shooting 02:04:00
10. The future of Riv Academy 02:05:25
11. Pacers vs Knicks prediction 02:07:21
12. Mavericks vs OKC heated debate 02:14:30
13. Do the Mavericks have a great defense? 02:29:34
14. Joel and Drew debate 02:45:40
15. This week in the NBA 02:56:01
16. Best division in the NFL 03:05:54
17. Start or Sit: Rookie QB edition 03:12:15
18. Top 5 rookie fantasy WRs 03:15:00

#359 How Legit is OKC? Bucks Improved Defense, LeBron Reaches 40k, and Haliburton’s Slump

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