Pick a Side

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

Pick a Side episodes

March 09, 2021 Nets Sign Griffin, NBA Top Shot, Chris Simms QB Rankings, Dak Prescott Signed, NFC East Offseason Pt. 1
In this episode we will talk about Blake Griffin to the Nets, Mike Conley finally making an all star appearance, Kevin Porter Jr being called up by the Rockets, and we’ll talk about which teams will have a great second half to the season. We will also talk about the rise of NBA top shot.
For the football portion of the episode, we will talk about Chargers new OC Joe Lombardi, dissect Chris Simms QB rankings, reports of Jimmy Garoppolo being the Patriots top target, and Cowboys signing Dak Prescott. To end off the show we’ll preview the offseason for the Washington Football Team and the New York Giants.
Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Jack Barteck
Blake Griffin to the Nets reaction (03:20)
Mike Conley in the all star game thoughts (14:00)
Kevin Porter Jr called up to the Rockets: Will he make an immediate impact? (20:51)
Which team will have great second half of the season? (30:15)
The rise of NBA top shot: What are your thoughts on it? (38:22)
Should Chargers fans be worried about new OC Joe Lombardi? (49:50)
Reacting to Chris Simms QB List (58:30)
Patriots making ‘Jimmy G’ a top priority this offseason (01:15:25)
Dak Prescott signed (01:25:05)
WFT Team Preview (01:36:35)
New York Giants team preview (01:48:26)
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2 hr 3 min
March 05, 2021 Mid-Season Pretenders/Contenders, Lloyd Pierce Fired, Lonzo Ball, NFC North Offseason Pt. 2
In this episode we will give our predictions for the all star festivities, talk about the firing of Lloyd Pierce, the Miami Heat, Nikola Jokic, Lonzo Ball, and give our mid-season pretenders or contenders.For the football portion of the episode we will talk about the 49ers, Kirk Cousins, who the Washington Football Teams next QB will be, and our offseason preview for the Minnesota Vikings and the Detroit Lions. Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Jack Barteck
All Star game weekend predictions (Dunk contest, 3PT, Skills challenge) (02:30)
Was Lloyd Pierce unfairly fired? Will the Hawks be better? (13:22)
Heat won 6 of last 7: Can they replicate the playoff success they had last year? (27:39)
Is Nikola Jokic season being overlooked? (37:40)
Has Lonzo Ball finally found his footing in the NBA? (56:43)
Myles Powell signs with Bucks (01:05:04)
Mid Season Pretenders or Contenders (01:12:57)
San Francisco 49ers: Will they bounce back next season? (01:43:15)
Is Russell Wilson a Top 5 QB all time? (01:54:51)
Has Kirk Cousins been unfairly blamed for the Vikings not living up or expectations? (02:10:26)
What QB should the Washington Football team target in the off-season? (02:19:01)
Vikings offseason preview (02:30:17)
Lions offseason preview (02:43:43)
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3 hr 2 min
March 05, 2021Mid-Season Pretenders/Contenders, Lloyd Pierce Fired, Lonzo Ball, NFC North Offseason Pt. 2
In this episode we will give our predictions for the all star festivities, talk about the firing of Lloyd Pierce, the Miami Heat, Nikola Jokic, Lonzo Ball, and give our mid-season pretenders or contenders.

For the football portion of the episode we will talk about the 49ers, Kirk Cousins, who the Washington Football Teams next QB will be, and our offseason preview for the Minnesota Vikings and the Detroit Lions.

Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Jack Barteck
All Star game weekend predictions (Dunk contest, 3PT, Skills challenge) (02:30)
Was Lloyd Pierce unfairly fired? Will the Hawks be better? (13:22)
Heat won 6 of last 7: Can they replicate the playoff success they had last year? (27:39)
Is Nikola Jokic season being overlooked? (37:40)
Has Lonzo Ball finally found his footing in the NBA? (56:43)
Myles Powell signs with Bucks (01:05:04)
Mid Season Pretenders or Contenders (01:12:57)
San Francisco 49ers: Will they bounce back next season? (01:43:15)
Is Russell Wilson a Top 5 QB all time? (01:54:51)
Has Kirk Cousins been unfairly blamed for the Vikings not living up or expectations? (02:10:26)
What QB should the Washington Football team target in the off-season? (02:19:01)
Vikings offseason preview (02:30:17)
Lions offseason preview (02:43:43)
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3 hr 1 min
March 02, 2021 Knicks Success, Mavericks Playoff Chances, Cardinals Sign Watt, NFC North Offseason Preview Pt. 1
In this episode we will talk about the Wizards playoff push, the Knicks success this season, if the 76ers are pretenders, if LaMelo Ball is a top 10 point guard, Steph Curry, the San Antonio Spurs, and if Luka will lead Dallas to the playoffs.
For the football portion of this episode we will debate who’s better between Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson, Lamar’s current contract situation, the LA Rams ceiling with Stafford, and we will preview the offseason for the Green Bay Packers and the Chicago Bears.
Hosts: Joel Moran, Jack Barteck, River Brown
Can the Wizards make the playoffs? (What’s been the reason for their recent success) (01:28)
Thoughts on the Knicks success this season (09:43)
Are the 76ers pretenders? (18:58)
Is LaMelo Ball a top 10 Point Guard? (27:35)
Is Steph Curry’s play this season being overlooked? (35:41)
Are we sleeping on the San Antonio Spurs? (46:50)
Is Luka going to lead Dallas to the playoffs? (53:16)
Lamar Jackson or Josh Allen? Who’s better? (59:00)
Lamar Jackson’s contact situation: Would you be hesitant in giving him Wilson/Watson/Mahomes type money? (01:09:05)
What’s the LA Rams ceiling with Matthew Stafford? (01:16:48)
JJ Watt to the Cardinals (01:27:44)
2021 Packers Offseason Preview (01:37:10)
2021 Bears Offseason Preview (01:52:06)
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2 hr 10 min
February 26, 2021 NBA All Star Reserves/Snubs, Rookie Power Rankings, Cam Newton, AFC West Offseason Preview Pt. 2
In this episode we will be talking about who made the NBA all star reserves and discuss which players got snubbed. Then we will give our rookie power rankings, Zach Lavine, Demarcus Cousins being released, the Jazz big win over the Lakers, and debating on whether it would be the right decision for the Mavericks to trade Kristaps Porzingis.
Shifting to the football portion of this episode, we will talk about Isaiah Wilson calling out the Titans, which young QB will have a breakout 2021 season, potential landing spots for Russell Wilson, if Cam Newton will get another shot to start in the NFL, and we’ll preview the offseason for the Arizona Cardinals and the San Francisco 49ers. Hosts: Joel Moran, Jack Barteck, River Brown
Reacting to the NBA All Star Reserves (Who got snubbed?) (01:33)-(11:08)
NBA Rookie Power Rankings (11:26)-(29:10)
Is Zach Lavine finally getting the recognition he deserves? (29:24)-(36:55)
Is Demarcus Cousins having trouble accepting his role? (36:56)-(44:22)
Recapping the Jazz win over the Lakers: How dominant do they look? (44:24)-(55:55)
Would it be smart for the Dallas Mavericks to trade Kristaps Porzingis? (56:06)-(01:02:59)
Did the Tennessee Titans waste a first round pick on Isaiah Wilson? (01:03:05)-(01:09:17)
Which young QB do you think will have a breakout season in 2021? (01:09:25)-(01:21:34)
Could Russell Wilson be traded? (Dolphins, Jets, Saints, and Raiders listed as potential destinations) (01:21:42)-(01:30:14)
Will Cam Newton get another shot to start in the NFL? (01:32:05)-(01:41:14)
Jack and Joel heated debate (01:41:18)-(01:54:02)
Cardinals offseason preview (01:54:05)-(02:04:54)
49ers offseason preview (02:04:58)-(02:14:29)
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2 hr 17 min
February 23, 2021 Nets Win Streak, Chris Paul, Dak Prescott, QB Draft Prospects, AFC West Offseason Preview Pt. 1
In this episode I will talk about the Nets 6 game winning streak, Ryan Saunders getting fired, the Toronto Raptors, Chris Paul’s recent performances. Then I will transition into the NFL and talk about Teddy Bridgewater's future with the Panthers, If the Cowboys will extend Dak Prescott, what’s going to happen with Sam Darnold, Justin Fields as a prospect, and I’ll also preview the offseason for the Seahawks and Rams. Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Jack Barteck
Nets vs Clippers recap: Thoughts on the game & are the Nets favorites to win it all? (03:10)-(12:50)
Ryan Saunders fired reaction: Will the T Wolves start winning? (12:51)-(20:31)
Are the Toronto Raptors starting to figure it out? (20:54)-(27:33)
Does CP3 deserve the same credit Lebron gets for performing at an older age? (27:35)-(32:03)
Teddy Bridgewater unfollows Panthers on IG, is a trade coming soon? (Deshaun Watson probably) (35:16)-(42:49)
Will the Cowboys sign Dak long term? (42:50)-(49:36)
What team will Sam Darnold play for in 2021? (49:40)-(56:06)
Devonte Smith says Mac Jones is better than Tua (56:13)-(01:01:26)
Does Justin Fields ability to consistently scan the field concern you? (01:01:36)-(01:09:32)
Seahawks offseason preview (01:10:15)-(01:19:49)
Rams offseason preview (01:20:40)-(01:27:31)
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1 hr 31 min
February 19, 2021 Blake Griffin, Celtics Struggles, Zion’s New Role, Dame’s MVP Case, James Harden & Steph Curry
In this episode I will be talking about Blake Griffin, Andre Drummond, and what teams should make a trade or sign them. Then I will talk about the Boston Celtics and their recent struggles, if Julius Randle should be an All Star this season, my thoughts on Zion’s recent performances, where I’d rank Damian Lillard in the MVP race, and how Steph Curry and James Harden are the most under-appreciated superstars in the NBA.Hosts: Joel Moran, Jack Barteck, River Brown
Carson Wentz trade (03:47)-(09:50)
Can Blake Griffin still contribute to an NBA team? (Trade Package Ideas and Best Fits) (10:02)-(17:59)
Will Drummond get trade? (18:00)-(24:14)
What’s the problem with the Boston Celtics? (24:35)-(32:40)
Do you believe Julius Randle will get into the all star game? (32:43)-(40:24)
Thoughts on Zions new ball handling role in the Pelicans offense (40:28)-(47:36)
Where I would rank Dame in the MVP race (47:48)-(56:03)
Steph Curry and James Harden under appreciated (56:35)-(01:06:20)
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1 hr 10 min
February 16, 2021 JJ Watt Cut, Orlando Brown Demands Trade, Deshaun Watson, AFC North & South Offseason Preview
In this episode we will talk about the best potential fits for JJ Watt and where we want to see him go, Orlando Brown demanding a trade, if the Texans will trade Deshaun Watson, and we will preview the offseason for the AFC North and AFC South teams. Those teams include the Ravens, Browns, Steelers, Bengals, Titans, Colts, Texans, and Jaguars. Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Jack Barteck
Where do you want to see JJ Watt go? (what would be the perfect fit) (03:40)-(15:16)
Orlando Brown demands trade: What team should trade for him? (15:20)-(23:12)
Will Deshaun Watson be traded? (23:16)-(37:56)
Tennessee Titans offseason preview (38:15)-(56:51)
Indianapolis Colts offseason preview (56:56)-(01:12:10)
Houston Texans offseason preview (01:12:21)-(01:27:25)
Jacksonville Jaguars offseason preview (01:27:33)-(01:39:19)
Pittsburgh Steelers offseason preview (01:39:35)-(01:53:04)
Cleveland Browns offseason preview (01:53:10)-(02:01:15)
Baltimore Ravens offseason preview (02:01:20)-(02:11:17)
Cincinnati Bengals offseason preview (02:11:20)-(02:21:38)
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2 hr 25 min
February 12, 2021 Nets & Bucks Concerns, Knicks Acquire Rose, Lakers Trade Targets, Carmelo Anthony’s Career
In this episode we will talk about our concerns with the Nets & Bucks, the Knicks trading for Derrick Rose, who the Lakers should trade for, if the Raptors should trade Kyle Lowry, Jimmy Butler’s return, our thoughts on LaMelo Ball, how the Kings & Spurs are playing, Donovan Mitchell’s rise, and Carmelo Anthony’s career. Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Jack Barteck
Addressing our viral video + Bradley Beal’s wife calling us out (02:20)-(14:56)
Knicks trade for Derrick Rose: What to expect from Rose & the Knicks now (15:15)-(23:20)
Will the Raptors trade Kyle Lowry? (23:30-30:07)
Thoughts on LAL and how can they improve the roster (30:11)-(37:37)
Biggest concern you have with the Milwaukee Bucks (37:39-46:20)
Are you concerned about the Nets struggles thus far? (46:49)-(01:11:45)
Now that Jimmy Butler is back will the Heat make the playoffs? (01:11:53)-(01:20:55)
Thoughts on Lamelo Balls recent performances: Is he going to be the ROY? (01:20:59)-(01:33:35)
Are the Sacramento Kings one of the most exciting teams to watch? (01:33:42)-(01:42:38)
Have the San Antonio Spurs gone under the radar this season? (01:42:40)-(01:52:45)
Carmelo Anthony 12th all time on the scoring list: Has his career been under appreciated? (01:52:50)-(02:03:15)
Is it time for the Warriors to move on from Draymond Green? (02:03:29)-(02:11:58)
Is Donovan Mitchell becoming a superstar right before our eyes? (02:12:06)-(02:23:00)
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2 hr 26 min
February 09, 2021 Super Bowl Recap, Brady & Mahomes, Ranking QBs Available via Trade, AFC West Offseason Preview
In this episode we will recap the Super Bowl, debate whether the Buccaneers should be favorites to win it all next season, and how much blame Patrick Mahomes deserves for the Chiefs bad performance on offense. Then we will talk about QBs that teams could still trade for, and preview the offseason for each AFC West team. That includes the Kansas City Chiefs, Los Angeles Chargers, Las Vegas Raiders, and the Denver Broncos. Hosts: Joel Moran, Jack Barteck, River Brown
Recapping the Super Bowl 04:29-13:01
Should The Tampa Bay Buccaneers be favorites to repeat? 13:08-22:29
Did Patrick Mahomes play bad in the Super Bowl? 22:35-32:05
Where will Carson Wentz end up? 32:13-42:11
Ranking the QB’s that can still be traded 42:15-56:21
Did TJ Watt get snubbed for DPOY? 56:22-59:38
Kansas City Chiefs Offseason Preview 01:00:18-01:15:21
Los Angeles Chargers Offseason Preview 01:15:34-01:29:32
Las Vegas Raiders Offseason Preview 01:29:40-01:42:58
Denver Broncos Offseason Preview 01:44:08-01:57:58
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2 hr 2 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.