Kanell and Bell discuss horse racing and golf to kick off the show as Derby winner Country House has been pulled from the Preakness and John Daly has been given a medical exemption to use a golf cart for the PGA Championship. Next, the guys breakdown the Sixers embarrassing effort against the Raptors in Game 5 and Joel Embiid's continued health concerns. Danny and Raja then welcome in Metta World Peace to talk about his upcoming documentary ('Quiet Storm: The Ron Artest Story' set to premiere May 31 on Showtime). Metta discusses his earliest basketball memories, how he would defend today's top talent, playing with Kobe Bryant and against Raja Bell. The guys then welcome in Pete Blackburn to break down the NHL playoffs. Finally, some love for the Nuggets and Nikola Jokic, tonight's NBA picks and our weekly shoe showdown. 

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Kanell and Bell analyze the Rockets evening their series with the Rockets behind physical play, while also focusing on the Warriors future and reports that they are prepared for offseason change, as well as indications Boogie Cousins could return from injury in the playoffs. The guys discuss the Bucks taking a commanding 3-1 series lead on the Celtics, before diving into Kyrie Irving's struggles with CBS Sports basketball writer Reid Forgrave. Next, Cam is feeling good and friendly and we continue to learn about Jon Gruden's culture in Oakland .

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Kanell and Bell talk horses and react to a controversial Kentucky Derby finish, before diving into an NBA playoffs discussion focusing on Kawhi's incredible performance, if he's outplaying Kevin Durant and ongoing health concerns with Joel Embiid. The guys analyze LeBron James' comments on Magic Johnson's exit and reports that the Lakers are close to hiring Ty Lue. Danny thinks Clemson is officially the new Alabama, and are we overreacting to recent shooting struggles from Steph Curry?

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Danny Kanell and guest host David Samson talk life and basketball including the Sixers dominating performance over the Raptors last night and what this series means for Kawhi's future in Toronto. Danny and David shift focus to baseball and the juicing of the balls, before examining Shohei Ohtani's impatience and how the Yankees have dealt with injuries. Next, the guys chat Kentucky Derby and more Dave Gettleman. Lastly, even without Raja, we include some Fortnite discussion.

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Kanell and Bell start today's podcast simply by talking what's on their mind, before eventually discussing Kentucky Derby. The guys discuss the intrigue in this year's NBA playoffs and how offseason hoops rumors have gotten a bit out of control. Next, Danny hits us with some Game of Thrones theories before diving into Philly fans booing Bryce Harper. We focus on dealing with criticism in sports in relation to Daniel Jones, and if any players will be suspended for leaving the bench in Nuggets-Blazers. Finally, Dwayne Haskins gets his No. 7 and Tiger is skipping the Wells Fargo Championship.

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Kanell and Bell react to Game 2 between the Rockets and Warriors, highlighting the positive job the officials did and analyzing the impact of injuries to James Harden and Steph Curry. Next, the guys discuss how athletes deal with pressure and what separates good and great players. Danny and Raja chat the Bucks blowout of the Celtics, and the Packers handing out Clay Matthews' old #52 to rookie Rashan Gary. We welcome Pete Blackburn in to talk about the NHL playoffs, before evaluating odds for the 1st pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. Finally, more on Jeopardy!

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Kanell and Bell discuss the NBA's release of the last two minute report for Game 1 of Rockets-Warriors and dissect what calls the league got right and wrong. The guys react to Chris Paul not being suspended and Scott Foster being assigned to Game 2. Next, Danny and Raja breakdown the Sixers win over the Raptors and their best remaining players in the postseason. We take a look at some early NFL over/unders before sharing angry injury stories. 

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Kanell and Bell start Monday's episode with reactions to last night's Game of Thrones episode (SPOILER ALERT!). The guys then recap the rest of the NFL Draft highlighted by Josh Rosen's trade to the Dolphins and Dave Gettleman's perplexing explanation for selecting Daniel Jones. Danny and Raja then discuss yesterday's Game 1 between the Warriors and Rockets with a heavy focus on officiating. Raja details why James Harden should have been sent to to the line a lot more on Sunday. Next, how the Celtics contained Giannis, plus explaining D.K. Metcalf's drop in the draft. Finally, is it better to go undrafted than in the 7th round and should underclassmen be allowed to return to school?

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Kanell and Bell are in Nashville for the NFL Draft and to recap Thursday's Round 1. The guys are joined by CBS Sports draft expert Ryan Wilson to evaluate the selections of three quarterbacks in the first round, including the Cardinals committing to Kyler Murray at #1, the Giants reaching for Daniel Jones at #6 and the Redskins selecting Dwayne Haskins #15. Danny, Raja and Ryan also evaluate the Jets, Raiders and Broncos 1st-rounds. Next, a difficult discussion on Tyreek Hill after disturbing audio with his fiancee was released yesterday. Also, why is Greedy Williams dropping? The guys react to breaking news of Dabo Swinney's contract extension before looking ahead at Day 2 of the draft. 

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Kanell and Bell are in Nashville for the NFL Draft and are joined by Ole Miss WR D.K. Metcalf to discuss his insane combine performance, draft expectations and more. Danny and Raja then analyze how much pressure is on the Raiders, plus why it's a mistake for Daniel Snyder to be in charge of the Redskins' draft. The guys breakdown Game 5s in the Western Conference with the Clippers staying alive against the Warriors and the Rockets closing out the Jazz. Finally, some NFL Draft props to close the show. 

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