Russillo shares his thoughts on the proposed NBA in-season tournament, and why he surprisingly likes it (0:26), before talking with rookie Paolo Banchero about playing for Coach K at Duke, being drafted no. 1 by the Magic, the Magic's team chemistry, Rookie of the Year, the MVP race, and more (18:18). Then Ryen is joined by ESPN's Bobby Marks to discuss the new NBA CBA, revisions to the luxury tax, positionless All-NBA, and more (39:39). Finally Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (1:10:17).

Host: Ryen Russillo
Guests: Paolo Banchero and Bobby Marks
Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti
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Paolo Banchero on His Rookie Season and His Path to Being the No. 1 Pick, Bobby Marks on the New NBA CBA, Plus We Like the In-Season Tournament!

Each week, Ryen Russillo will break down the biggest topics in sports.

Sports

Russillo starts the pod by taking a look back at the incredible Monday night NBA playoff games (0:35). Then, Todd McShay and Daniel Jeremiah come on to discuss the top quarterbacks, share their candidates to trade up, and play a quick game of On the Clock (21:48). Plus, the Alliance tries to right the ship with Ceruti and Kyle (63:08) and Life Advice (65:26). How do I balance my Phish obsession with my relationship?
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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guests: Todd McShay and Daniel Jeremiah
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon
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Brutal Losses for the Lakers and Sixers. Plus, the Annual Daniel Jeremiah and Todd McShay NFL Draft Preview!

Russillo opens the show with his thoughts on the play-in games and the end of the Warriors dynasty (0:34). Then, Frank Isola joins to explain what went wrong for Golden State, share which eliminated team needs to hit the reset button, and discuss the Knicks’ ceiling (18:44). Next, comedian Dan Soder comes on to share why he chose comedy and details how jokes are created (55:13). Plus, Ceruti and Kyle join for Life Advice (89:51). How do we kick the bad player out of our pick-up games?
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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guests: Frank Isola and Dan Soder
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon
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End of the Warriors, Knicks’ Ceiling, Zion, and Lillard’s Future With Frank Isola. Plus, Comedian Dan Soder.

Russillo and Ceruti start the pod by drafting the 20 NBA playoff teams (0:41). Then, Todd McShay comes on to grade some NFL player comps, share his favorite underrated player, and discuss what he’s hearing in terms of early trades (17:56). Next, Jon Anik joins the show to describe what it was like calling Max Holloway’s last-second knockout at UFC 300 and explain why there’s no shortage of star power (57:37). Plus, another Alliance pick with Ceruti and Kyle (81:13) and Life Advice (84:58). How do I handle my roommate breaking my stuff?
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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guests: Todd McShay and Jon Anik
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon
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NBA Playoff Team Draft, Todd McShay Grades Some NFL Draft Comps, and Jon Anik on UFC 300

Russillo starts the pod with Tales From the Couch and shares his thoughts on MIN-DEN and DAL-MIA (0:49). Then, J. Kyle Mann joins the show to discuss John Calipari's agreement to become Arkansas’s head coach and where Kentucky will go from here (20:26). Next, Michael Kim explains what makes Augusta National such a difficult course and reveals who he likes for the Masters (51:44). Plus, Ceruti and Kyle join for Life Advice (76:59)! How can I deal with rejection better?

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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guests: J. Kyle Mann and Michael Kim
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon

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Nuggets Control the West, the Kentucky Job, and NBA Draft Talk With J. Kyle Mann. Plus, What It’s Like to Play the Masters With Michael Kim.

Russillo begins with his thoughts on UConn's repeat as national champions and what the future has in store for Zach Edey (0:49). Then, Adam Lefkoe joins the show to discuss Milwaukee's rough stretch, what might happen at Kentucky, and his own Life Advice questions (18:24). Next, Todd McShay is back to rank rookie QB situations and share why he thinks we’re in for some early trades come draft night (64:22). Plus, Ceruti joins for another Alliance pick (104:25) and Life Advice (102:27)! Do I want to work with my dad?
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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guests: Adam Lefkoe and Todd McShay
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon
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UConn Repeats, Zach Edey’s NBA Future, Quitting the Bucks, and the Kentucky Job With Adam Lefkoe. Plus, Best and Worst Rookie QB Situations With Todd McShay.

Paolo Banchero on His Rookie Season and His Path to Being the No. 1 Pick, Bobby Marks on the New NBA CBA, Plus We Like the In-Season Tournament!

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