Mid-Days On The Fanatic

(00:00-19:16) Bob Cooney gives his reaction to the Sixers win over the Miami Heat. Should fans be encouraged that the Sixers toughed it out, or discouraged at how close they made it?

(19:30-32:41) Now that we know the Sixers’ 1st round matchup, Bob gives his opinion on how the Knicks differ from the Heat, and Bill has something to say about fans booing at halftime last.

(32:56-40:44) Tim Legler said the Knicks should be licking their chops to play the Sixers, Bill & callers react.

(40:50-1:00:05) If you had to pick a coach to win 1 game, who would you choose? How much of an impact did Nick Nurse have on the win over the Heat?

(1:00:20-1:14:10) Bob & Bill focus on the non Embiid/Batum players. They review the performance of Tobias Harris & Buddy Hield specifically.

(1:14:16-1:23:34) A Knicks fan calls in, Bob highlights a glaring mismatch against the Knicks. The stats don’t show it but Embiid made big plays when it mattered most.

(1:23:41-1:42:09) The voice of the Sixers Tom McGinnis joins the midday show to react to the game against the Heat and look ahead to the upcoming series against the Knicks. McGinnis raves about Nico Batum, gives his take on Nick Nurse’s playoff impact, and what he believes the status of Joel Embiid’s health is.

(1:42:23-1:52:24) Bob tries to figure out if Embiid’s rotations are what fans should expect for the rest of the playoffs, or more indicative of him not being conditioned.

(1:52:30-2:02:09) The team looks back at the Sixers/Knicks regular season matchups. With Embiid only playing in 1 of 4, how did the supporting cast fare?

(2:02:15-2:24:35) Bob resets the show and goes back to Tim Legler calling the Sixers out. Role players stepping up is what the playoffs are all about!

(2:24:51-2:36:51) The show feels like some players weren’t ready for playoff basketball from the opening jump.  

(2:36:57-2:42:39) A day dominated by the Sixers, Bill wants to touch on Castellanos’ struggles and suggests a benching.

(00:00-22:27) Bob resets the show and goes back to Tim Legler calling the Sixers out. Role players stepping up is what the playoffs are all about!

(22:42-34:40) The show feels like some players weren’t ready for playoff basketball from the opening jump.  

(34:56-40:37) A day dominated by the Sixers, Bill wants to touch on Castellanos’ struggles and suggests a benching.

The voice of the Sixers Tom McGinnis joins the midday show to react to the game against the Heat and look ahead to the upcoming series against the Knicks. McGinnis raves about Nico Batum, gives his take on Nick Nurse’s playoff impact, and what he believes the status of Joel Embiid’s health is.

(00:00-18:34) The voice of the Sixers Tom McGinnis joins the midday show to react to the game against the Heat and look ahead to the upcoming series against the Knicks. McGinnis raves about Nico Batum, gives his take on Nick Nurse’s playoff impact, and what he believes the status of Joel Embiid’s health is.

(18:48-28:49) Bob tries to figure out if Embiid’s rotations are what fans should expect for the rest of the playoffs, or more indicative of him not being conditioned.

(29:04-38:43) The team looks back at the Sixers/Knicks regular season matchups. With Embiid only playing in 1 of 4, how did the supporting cast fare?

(00:00-19:21) If you had to pick a coach to win 1 game, who would you choose? How much of an impact did Nick Nurse have on the win over the Heat?

(19:35-33:25) Bob & Bill focus on the non Embiid/Batum players. They review the performance of Tobias Harris & Buddy Hield specifically.

(33:40-42:58) A Knicks fan calls in, Bob highlights a glaring mismatch against the Knicks. The stats don’t show it but Embiid made big plays when it mattered most.

(00:00-19:16) Bob Cooney gives his reaction to the Sixers win over the Miami Heat. Should fans be encouraged that the Sixers toughed it out, or discouraged at how close they made it?

(19:30-32:41) Now that we know the Sixers’ 1st round matchup, Bob gives his opinion on how the Knicks differ from the Heat, and Bill has something to say about fans booing at halftime last.

(32:56-40:44) Tim Legler said the Knicks should be licking their chops to play the Sixers, Bill & callers react.

Everything Sixers

(0:00 -21:10) Bob Cooney, Amy Fadool, and Ray Dunne are in for Middays to gear up for the Sixers vs Heat play-in game, and react to the end of the Flyers season, along with all the Eagles press conferences yesterday.

(21:24 – 33:39 ) What is our confidence levels as we head into the playoffs for the Sixers?

(33:54 – 40:48) We go to the phones to get your thoughts about the Sixers

(41:03 – 1:01:25) The Eagles have made a lot over moves this offseason. What should we except to happen from the draft. And we dive into Howie Roseman’s press conference.

(1:01:40 – 1:17:12) Nick Stauskas joins the show to breakdown the Sixers playoff rotation.

(1:17:27 – 1:22:56) The Phillies had a great outing from Ranger Suarez last night. Can he be the 3rd ace for this team.

(1:23:59 – 1:42:53) What was your reaction after the final horn sounded and the Flyers season has officially come to an end?

(1:43:07 – 1:56:59) We continue the Sixers talk as we ramp up for a big Play-in Game tonight.

(1:57:14 – 2:04:07) Theres some controversy surround and in office pool for the Masters and Bob addresses the rumors behind his victory.

(2:04:22 – 2:24:10 ) Matt Breen Joins the show to talk all things Philly Sports.

(2:24:25 – 2:36:30) We found a pair of tickets for tonight’s Sixers vs Heat game to give away. So, we ask you the listeners a question from a call back from our conversation with Nik Stauskas.

(2:36:45 – 2:44:29 ) We round our show getting everyone excited for the Sixers game tonight. 

Matt Breen Joins the show to talk all things Philly Sports. 

Nick Stauskas joins the show to breakdown the Sixers playoff rotation.

(00:00- 20:32) With the 76ers' play-in game just over 24 hours away, 76ers President of Basketball Operations Daryl Morey joins Bob Cooney & Amy Fadool. Morey breaks down the Eastern Conference with a big emphasis on the Celtics. Even with Boston being viewed as a juggernaut, Morey likes the Sixers' chances and explains what makes this season different than others.
(20:47- 34:40) Bob & Amy react to what Morey says and break down how the Miami Heat matchup against the Sixers in the play-in.
(34:56- 42:05) Scottie Scheffler said he was ready to leave the Masters for his 2nd child being born. Bob & Amy debate if they would do the same.
(42:05-1:03:40) The midday team breaks down where the Sixers have advantages over the Miami Heat and the New York Knicks.  It's a great playoffs if you're a fan of coaching.  Bob turns attention towards the Phillies and what's been an odd offensive season.
(1:03:55-1:15:38) More Phillies talk, Amy brings some perspective to the table. These are not playoff teams that the Phils have been facing, but she reminds the fanbase 'hittin season' begins in May! The consensus of the show is they are not satisfied with the team, but far from panicking. Plus more callers weigh-in on leaving the Masters for child-birth.
(1:15:44-1:22:20) Bob talks lawn mowers and how great of a father he is
(1:22:26-1:42:17) Amy Fadool believes Daryl Morey is more excited about this Sixers team than he lets on. Men love Kelly Oubre, and ladies certainly love Kelly Oubre! The midday show ranks playoff opponents 1-10 in terms of level of concern. Can Tobias Harris change his legacy in these playoffs?
(1:42:31- 1:56:30) The Flyers are still alive for the playoffs... Technically. Amy goes over what results need to happen for the Flyers to make the playoffs and why Tortorella may pull the goalie in a tie game. There's an importance to the Flyers fighting until the end.
(1:56:37-2:04:05) Bob feels unbelievably confident about beating the Miami Heat tomorrow. Amy zeroes in on Embiid's defensive impact in these playoffs.

(2:04:11-2:22:29) People outside of Philadelphia are already penciling in Sixers vs Knicks. Amy gives reasons to fear Jalen Brunson in that potential matchup. Amy re-lives some tough college basketball memories.

(2:22:44-2:34:23) The Devonta Smith extension is done and everyone is thrilled. Bob admires Devonta Smith’s attitude and compares him to other players in the city.

(2:34:30-2:45:52) Bob bashes Sacramento as a city and the team gives their final thoughts on the Flyers.