The worst loss in franchise history at the hands of arguably their biggest rival caused Blandy to bail on an immediate post game pod as he was at a loss for words. However, 24 hours later he and Barry connected to commiserate with each other about the ECF’s Game 1 and their Hard Knick’s Life. Don't let the depressing nature of the first half of the show prevent you from sticking around for voicemails and "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper."

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