Pick a Side

By Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew Velez, and Joel DehlsSports Basketball

Pick a Side episodes

July 14, 2022 #195 Top QBs Debate, Zach Wilson, MLB All-Star Biggest Snubs, NFC East Predictions, and More
In this episode we are going to preview UFC fight night, talk about biggest all star snubs, reacting to NFL execs top QB list, Tyreek Hill putting a target on the Dolphins, and giving our predictions for the NFC East.Hosts: Joel Moran, Andrew Velez, and Joel DehlsGuests: Michael Daly and Brian StringfellowJOIN OUR CHALKBOARD: https://links.chalkboard.io/join-board/MTk5/dTNsTXJCd2hNNVZpYTdhdVBrNllyd3E4MTJLMg==NBA TOP SHOT (JOIN FOR A FREE PLAYOFF MOMENT): https://hoo.ps/pick-a-sideMERCH: https://pickasidepodcast.comPATREON (ACCESS TO OUR DISCORD SERVER): https://www.patreon.com/pickasidepodcastFOLLOW PICK A SIDE: Twitter: https://twitter.com/pickasidepod?s=21FOLLOW JOEL:Twitter: https://twitter.com/joelvmoran?s=21FOLLOW RIV: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuragRivFOLLOW ANDREW: Twitter: https://twitter.com/HAAAAANdrew
Ortega vs Rodriguez preview (03:45)
MLB all-star snubs (14:40)
Drew’s amazing story (26:15)
Reacting to NFL execs top QBs (33:46)
Joe Burrow debate (48:50)
Joel vs Joel playoff picks (01:23:05)
Tyreek Hill comments (01:28:22)
Bears trade for N’Keal Harry (01:42:26)
Zach Wilson (01:49:37)
Zach Wilson would you rather (01:57:35)
Cowboys prediction (02:16:57)
Eagles prediction (02:32:22)
Commanders prediction (02:44:39)
Giants prediction (02:59:03)
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3 hr 20 min
July 09, 2022 #194 KD’s Decision, Jazz and Kings Debate, Harden Takes Pay-Cut, Offseason Losers, and SL Takeaways
In this episode we are going to debate whether or not KD and Kyrie should stay in Brooklyn, if the Jazz can still build a contender around Donovan Mitchell, if the Kings can make noise, and if James Harden will go back to his All-NBA form. We will also give our summer league takeaways and teams with disappointing off seasons so far. Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, and Andrew VelezJOIN OUR CHALKBOARD: https://links.chalkboard.io/join-board/MTk5/dTNsTXJCd2hNNVZpYTdhdVBrNllyd3E4MTJLMg==NBA TOP SHOT (JOIN FOR A FREE PLAYOFF MOMENT): https://hoo.ps/pick-a-sideMERCH: https://pickasidepodcast.comPATREON (ACCESS TO OUR DISCORD SERVER): https://www.patreon.com/pickasidepodcastFOLLOW PICK A SIDE: Twitter: https://twitter.com/pickasidepod?s=21FOLLOW JOEL:Twitter: https://twitter.com/joelvmoran?s=21FOLLOW RIV: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuragRivFOLLOW ANDREW: Twitter: https://twitter.com/HAAAAANdrew
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2 hr 56 min
July 07, 2022 #193 Baker Mayfield Trade, Russell Wilson Debate, UFC 276 w/ Michael Daly, and NFC South Predictions
In this episode we are going to recap UFC 276 with Michael Daly, talk about the Panthers trading for Baker Mayfield, what the Mets/Yankees should do at the trade deadline, expectations for the Chargers, and give our predictions for the NFC South. Hosts: Joel Moran, Andrew Velez, and Joel DehlsGuest: Michael Daly https://twitter.com/michaelbraydaly
UFC 276 recap w/ Michael Daly (02:21)
What should the Mets and Yankees do at the trade deadline? (27:17)
Baker Mayfield traded to the Panthers (43:36)
Russell Wilson debate (01:03:45)
Would you rather: Baker Mayfield edition (01:49:51)
Buccaneers prediction (01:58:17)
Saints prediction (02:09:26)
Falcons prediction (02:22:09)
Panthers prediction (02:30:15)
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2 hr 45 min
July 03, 2022 #192 NBA Free Agency Show w/ OG: Nets Failure, Gobert/Murray Trade, Celtics, Jalen Brunson, and More
In this episode we are joined by OG to talk about the Nets failure, the Rudy Gobert blockbuster trade, if Atlanta got significantly better with the Dejounte Murray trade, Knicks signing Brunson, under the radar free agency moves, and more. Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, and Andrew VelezGuest: OG https://www.youtube.com/c/ChillTownHoops
Are the KD/Kyrie Nets the biggest failure in NBA history? (03:04)
Timberwolves contenders? (28:53)
Will the Trae/Dejounte backcourt work? (48:08)
Top Duos in the East (01:05:33)
Celtics are early title favorites (01:24:51)
This week in the NBA (01:46:59)
Would you rather: Jalen Brunson edition (01:56:55)
Will the Knicks regret signing Jalen Brunson? (02:07:47)
Joel and Riv Knicks/Bulls back and fourth (02:27:00)
Kyrie Irving to the Lakers? (02:34:11)
What should the Clippers expect out of John Wall? (02:42:13)
Jokic, Beal, Booker, and KAT agree to super max contracts — Will these contracts age poorly? (02:51:57)
3 under the radar free agency moves (02:58:56)
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3 hr 9 min
July 01, 2022 #191 Jets w/ DJ Bien-Aime, KD Requests Trade, Potential Subway Series, and NFC North Predictions
In this episode we are going to talk about KD’s trade request, the Jets offseason with DJ, a potential subway series, reacting to Deshaun Watson’s hearing, and giving our predictions for the NFC North.
KD requests trade 02:53
Jets offseason w/ DJ 15:34
Opening gifts 40:45
Yankees and Mets 47:17
Deshaun Watson hearing 01:10:22
Ranking the WRs that got big time contracts this offseason 01:24:15
Colts train 01:48:00
Packers prediction 01:52:23
Vikings prediction 02:07:57
Bears prediction 02:20:58
Lions prediction 02:31:08
Hosts: Joel Moran, Andrew Velez, and Joel DehlsGuest: DJ Bien-Aime
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2 hr 53 min
June 28, 2022 #190 Winners and Losers of the NBA Draft, Pistons Big Night, Same Old Knicks, and Kyrie Opts-In
In this episode we are going to recap the NBA draft by giving our winners, losers, and biggest steals. We’ll also talk about Kyrie Irving opting into his player option with the Nets.Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, and Andrew Velez
Winners of the draft 07:31
Losers of the draft 19:21
Knicks draft night 24:47
Brunson vs Dejounte 31:51
Luka gravity 50:50
Biggest steals 59:31
Magic took Banchero 01:07:32
Are the Pistons now the most exciting young team in the NBA? 01:17:06
Miles Bridges top 40 01:25:31
This Week in the NBA 01:37:01
Would you rather: Luka Doncic edition 01:46:26
Kyrie staying with the Nets 01:51:47
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2 hr 11 min
June 21, 2022 #189 NBA Mock Draft, Christian Wood Trade, Bradley Beal’s Future, Kenny Atkinson, and More w/ Pierre
In this episode we are going to do a full 1st round mock draft, talk about the Christian Wood trade, guessing Bradley Beal’s next team, if Ja Morant is doing too much on social media, and Kenny Atkinson stepping down. Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, and John TortorelliGuest: Pierre aka PeeWeeDaPlug
2022 NBA Mock Draft (03:18)
How much better does Christian Wood make the Dallas Mavericks? (01:03:18)
Clippers vs Mavericks (01:21:25)
Siakam vs Wood (01:37:44)
Bradley Beal says he knows where he’s playing next season (01:49:26)
This week in the NBA (02:02:14)
Would you rather: Jaylen Brown edition (02:10:30)
Is Ja Morant doing too much on social media? (02:17:22)
Kenny Atkinson turns down Hornets job (02:26:23)
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2 hr 38 min
June 17, 2022 #188 NBA Finals Recap, Warriors Most Impressive Ring, Concerns with Celtics, and Is Tatum Overrated?
In this episode we are going to recap the finals, debate if this is the Warriors most impressive ring, Celtics concerns, and if Tatum is overrated. Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, and Andrew Velez
Recapping the finals 04:23
Is this Golden State’s most impressive championship? 26:15
Can the Warriors repeat? 48:42
Luka vs Jokic 01:05:28
What went wrong for the Boston Celtics? 01:10:50
Luka and Christian Wood 01:25:38
Is Jayson Tatum overrated? 01:41:48
KD tweets 01:57:58
Ranking top trios 02:00:20
Would you rather: Jayson Tatum edition 02:05:30
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2 hr 10 min
June 13, 2022 #187 Game 4 Recap, Hornets Hire Kenny Atkinson, Curry vs KD Debate, Kyrie Dilemma, and More w/ JC
In this episode we are going to recap Game 4 of the finals, if Lakers fans should be excited about Darvin Ham, Hornets signing Kenny Atkinson, and potential landing spots for Donovan Mitchell and Deandre Ayton. Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew Velez, and Johncarlos
NBA Finals Game 4 recap 04:11
Jayson Tatum’s breakout game 29:50
Darvin Ham’s press conference 39:26
Hornets hire Kenny Atkinson 58:47
Miles Bridges debate 01:16:11
Should the Nets bring back Kyrie? 01:35:04
This week in the NBA 01:52:59
Steph vs KD debate 02:20:52
D Mitch and Ayton detonations 02:54:01
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3 hr 16 min
June 10, 2022 #186 Joel’s TE Rankings, Rams Unlimited Cap Space, Deshaun Watson News, and AFC South Predictions
In this episode we go over Joel’s TE rankings, our thoughts on Aaron Donald’s record setting contract, Deshaun Watson, reacting to PFF’s top coaches list, and previewing the AFC South.Hosts: Joel Moran, Andrew Velez, and Joel Dehls
NBA Finals game 3 recap 06:07
Joel’s TE rankings 20:03
Joel slanders Matt Ryan 42:22
Rams have unlimited cap space 52:40
Broncos new owner 01:03:11
Deshaun Watson NYT article 01:10:05
PFFs top 10 coaches list 01:31:11
Would you rather: Kyler Murray edition 01:41:58
Titans prediction 01:53:12
Colts prediction 02:08:12
Drew defends Jerry Jeudy 02:35:18
Texans prediction 02:39:46
Jaguars prediction 02:56:32
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3 hr 14 min

About Pick a Side

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Mainstream sports media is tiring, isn’t it? Hot takes, bland statements, and generalizations have all worked in combination to ruin the viewing experience. Here is where Pick a Side comes in. We are a podcast dedicated to creating genuine conversations about sports. There will be bias included (we all have them), but they will always be backed up by facts. Come join us on our journey to creating the best sports podcast possible. Hosted by Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew Velez, and Joel Dehls.