Pick a Side

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

Pick a Side episodes

October 20, 2021 #122 NBA Awards Prediction, Suns & Ayton, Cowboys Hot Start, Kyler vs Lamar, and NFL Pick 'Em Week 7
In this episode we are going to debate whether or not the Cowboys are super bowl contenders, Kyler vs Lamar, Chiefs slow start, and if the Titans are the most slept on team in the NFL. For the basketball portion of the show we will talk about DeAndre Ayton, Ben Simmons, and give out our NBA Awards predictions.Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew Velez, and John Carlos
Are the Cowboys super bowl contenders? (09:06)
Kyler vs Lamar: Who’s better? (37:17)
Is everyone overreacting to the Chiefs slow start? (01:08:12)
Bengals playoff chances (01:23:10)
Are the Titans the most slept on team in the NFL? (01:44:09)
NBA Awards predictions (02:08:29)
DeAndre Ayton and Suns (02:30:24)
Reacting to Doc Rivers kicking Ben Simmons out of practice (02:45:28)
NFL Pick ‘Em Week 7 (02:58:54)
TikTok questions (03:08:34)
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3 hr 29 min
October 16, 2021 #121 NBA Western Conference Preview/Predictions (2021-2022)
In this episode we are going to give our NBA Western Conference preview and predictions. This includes talking about the additions each team made, their ceiling, floor, and our final seeding predictions.Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew Velez, and John Carlos1. Jazz (03:37)2. Suns (17:07)3. Nuggets (35:50)4. Clippers (56:36)5. Mavericks (01:09:13)6. Blazers (01:28:10)7. Lakers (01:43:30)8. Grizzlies (02:04:27)9. Warriors (02:14:32)10. Spurs (02:39:16)11. Pelicans (02:49:33)12. Kings (03:01:58)13. Timberwolves (03:21:34)14. Thunder (03:39:58)15. Rockets (03:58:56)16. Seedings prediction (04:05:33)
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4 hr 11 min
October 13, 2021 #120 Jon Gruden Resigns, Buffalo Bills, MVP Race, Trevon Diggs, and NFL Pick 'Em Week 6
In this episode we are going to talk about Jon Gruden resigning, the Buffalo Bills, the MVP race, Dan Campbell crying after Detroit’s loss to Minnesota, and more. We’ll also talk about Kyrie not being a part of the Brooklyn Nets until he gets vaccinated, Ben Simmons returning to Philly, and finishing off the show with NFL Pick ‘Em Week 6.Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew Velez, John CarlosDiscord: https://discord.gg/MtWTv4jC
Thoughts on Jon Gruden (03:46)
Buffalo Bills (18:21)
MVP Race (51:21)
Trevon Diggs (01:05:39)
Is Ja’Marr Chase going to break the rookie receiving record? (01:18:51)
Dan Campbell crying (01:26:56)
Russell Wilson injury (01:39:57)
Ben Simmons back in Philly (01:52:03)
Kyrie Irving (02:10:33)
NFL Pick ‘Em Week 6 (02:32:06)
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2 hr 43 min
October 09, 2021 #119 NBA Eastern Conference Preview/Predictions (2021-2022)
In this episode we are going to give our NBA Eastern Conference preview and predictions. This includes talking about the additions each team made, their ceiling, floor, and our final seeding predictions.Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew VelezDiscord: https://discord.gg/MtWTv4jC
76ers (02:24)
Nets (14:12)
Bucks (23:21)
Knicks (34:00)
Hawks (50:19)
Heat (01:01:15)
Celtics (01:15:14)
Wizards (01:25:12)
Pacers (01:35:07)
Hornets (01:48:12)
Bulls (02:02:00)
Raptors (02:12:44)
Cavaliers (02:23:04)
Magic (02:32:30)
Pistons (02:40:13)
Final seeding prediction (02:51:30)
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3 hr 2 min
October 07, 2021 #118 Chaos in Jacksonville, Best-Worst Team, AFCs Best, Kyler Houdini, and NFL Pick 'Em Week 5
In this episode we are going debate which team is the best in the AFC, if Kyler is the runaway MVP, which rookie had the best rookie performance, the best-worst team in the NFL, and more.Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, and Andrew VelezGuest: Joel DehlsDiscord: https://discord.gg/MtWTv4jC1. Urban Meyer situation (03:05)2. Stephon Gilmore with the Panthers (14:54)3. Jaylon Smith signs with Packers (29:58)4. Best team in the AFC? (35:36)5. Is Kyler Murray a lock to win MVP? (49:21) 6. What team is the best-worst team in the NFL? (59:05)7. 2018 WR draft ranking (01:13:50)8. Which rookie had the best Week 4 performance? (01:24:05)9. Was Vic Fangio wrong to call out John Harbaugh? (01:39:30)10. Does Derek Carr get rattled under pressure like Bosa said? (01:48:05)11. NFL Pick ‘Em Week 5 (01:57:48)12. TikTok questions (02:22:33)
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2 hr 47 min
October 02, 2021 #117 Ben Simmons Done w/ Embiid, MPJ Max Extension, Lonzo's New Role, Kyrie Irving, and Hot Takes
In this episode we will talk about the Bengals 3-1 start, preview Brady vs the Pats, and then shift to basketball and talk about some of the biggest story lines from NBA media day. These storylines include Ben Simmons, Kyrie Irving, Lonzo Ball’s role, and MPJ’s max contract extension. Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew VelezGuest: Marquis Brito
Jaguars vs Bengals (01:55)
Brady vs Pats (12:24)
Are the Cowboys runaway favorites to win the NFC East? (41:10)
Has the Joe Judge/Daniel Jones experiment failed in New York? (54:18)
Thoughts on Ben Simmons saying playing with Joel Embiid has “run its course” (01:06:04)
Will Lonzo Ball thrive in his new role as a traditional point guard? (01:25:44)
Did Denver overpay for MPJ? (01:39:50)
Russ “urged” Beal to leave Washington (01:53:45)
Is Beal a top 25 player (02:05:35)
Could Kyrie cost the Nets a championship by refusing to get vaccinated? (02:17:44)
Quis THT and D Book hot takes (02:28:14)
TikTok questions (03:01:40)
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3 hr 7 min
October 01, 2021 #116 AFC West, Rams Offense, Rookie QB Struggles, Kirk Cousins Underrated, and NFL Pick 'Em Week 4
In this episode we are going to talk about the Raiders and Chargers, the Chiefs signing Josh Gordon, if the Bears should fire Matt Nagy, rookie QB struggles, CJ Henderson to the Panthers, Kirk Cousins, the Rams, and end off with NFL Pick ‘Em Week 4.
Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew Velez
Who’s more legit: The Raiders or the Chargers? (04:57)
Chiefs sign Josh Gordon (17:45)
Is it time for the Bears to fire Matt Nagy? (24:04)
Rookie QB struggles (37:18)
Panthers trade for CJ Henderson (53:52)
Does Kirk Cousins deserve more respect? (01:03:06)
Are the Rams the best team in the league? (01:17:16)
NFL Pick ‘Em Week 4 (01:28:23)
TikTok Questions (01:43:45)
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2 hr 6 min
September 24, 2021 #115 Timberwolves Turmoil, Ben Simmons News, Panthers Roll Past Texans, and Biggest Games of Week 3
In this episode we are going to talk about the Carolina Panthers, Teddy Bridgewater, the biggest games of week 3, and then transition to basketball and talk about Ben Simmons, the Houston Rockets, Timberwolves firing Rosas, and the Pelicans front office. The Daily Stakes: https://www.thedailystakes.com/, use promo code "PICKASIDE" to get 30% off!
Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew Velez
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TNF recap (06:50)
Biggest games of the weekend (23:00)
Can Teddy Bridgewater sneak into the MVP conversation? (30:27)
Avery Bradley signs with GSW (41:40)
Timberwolves fire Gerson Rosas (49:39)
Is Luka better than Harden? (01:02:56)
Doc Rivers goes on first take and begs for Ben Simmons back (01:15:46)
Should Houston trade for Ben? (01:29:59)
Zion Williamson looking overweight (01:44:18)
TikTok questions (01:54:10)
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2 hr 6 min
September 23, 2021 #114 Week 2 Recap, Surprising 2-0 Teams, Zach Wilson, Bears Starting Fields, and NFL Pick 'Em Week 3
In this episode we are going to recap the biggest storylines of week 2 like Zach Wilson throwing 4 interceptions, teams that are 2-0, and the plethora of injuries that happened and their effect. Then we are going to finish off the show with NFL Pick ‘Em Week 3.The Daily Stakes: https://www.thedailystakes.com/, use promo code "PICKASIDE" to get 30% off!
Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew Velez
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Which 2-0 team is the most surprising (03:14)
Week 2 injuries (10:44)
Is Lamar underrated? (18:38)
Is Derrick Henry the best RB? (29:26)
How discouraging is the Vikings 0-2 start? (38:33)
Chargers vs Chiefs preview (48:36)
Zach Wilson vs Pats thoughts (57:22)
Bears starting Fields (01:11:02)
NFL Pick ‘Em Week 3 (01:18:32)
Weekly questions (01:33:03)
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1 hr 53 min
September 17, 2021 #113 Heinicke Magic, Ranking NBA HOF Inductees, Worst BR Redrafts, Kyrie Drama, and John Wall Trade
In this episode we are going to recap Washington’s win over the Giants, ranking the recent NBA Hall of Fame inductees, reacting to Bleacher Reports redrafts, Utah Jazz’ title chances, talk about Kyrie Irving, and Houston seeking out a trade for John Wall. The Daily Stakes: https://www.thedailystakes.com/, use promo code "PICKASIDE" to get 30% off!
Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew Velez
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TNF Recap: Giants vs Washington (09:49)
Colts hard knocks (37:57)
Best player inducted to the recent HOF class? (48:04)
Which bleacher report redraft was the worst? (01:14:33)
Is this the year Donovan Mitchell and the Jazz make the finals? (01:51:01)
Are you buying Kyrie’s explanation to “mask off”? (02:15:00)
John Wall-Rockets seeking a trade (02:39:30)
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2 hr 50 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.