Sports Theory

Today we release the long awaited Ernie D interview. The Providence College basketball legend and North Providence, RI native joins us to talk about his basketball journey. We take the journey with him from his early years as a kid growing up and falling in love with the game of basketball, through his time as a PC Friar, where he was a 3-time All-American, leading his team to the 1973 Final Four. Ernie talks about being the 3rd overall pick in the 1973 NBA draft and winning the 1974 NBA rookie of the year award, and gives his opinion of the modern day game of basketball versus the game as it was played back when he was playing. He tells us what it was like getting to play for the team he grew up rooting for, the Boston Celtics, and what motivated him to practice 10 hours a day, 7 days a week, constantly working to improve his game. 

Ernie's new book, Star With A Broken Heart, will be on sale in December 2020. The book tells the untold stories of Ernie DiGregorio, Marvin Barnes and Dave Gavitt, and their battles on and off the court. You can order a signed first edition copy at ernied.com.

Today the guys talk about everything from David Ortiz and Pedro Martinez to Nick Chubb, Theo Epstein and another idea to help save baseball. Plus some NBA draft talk, and as usual Perry's picks as the fabulous Mr. Perry looks to continue his hot streak after going a perfect 5-0 in week 10. 

In this episode we catch up with Tampa Bay Bucs fan Dan to get his opinion on Brady and the Bucs performance so far. Also PJ gets a pretty good Red Sox rant in, and we pat our respects to Tommy Heinsohn and Alex Trebec. We cover a lot of topics in this one, and be sure to stick around after the closing credits for some bonus coverage.  

A couple of Sports Theory firsts- we have a brand new show affiliate- Instacart! For a special offer and to support the show, click on the link or copy and paste: https://instacart.oloiyb.net/jPqYM

Also be sure to listen after the closing credits for special bonus Sports Theory footage, including PJ and EMac's favorite and least favorite candy bars ( in honor of Halloweekend!).

And we promise absolutely no election coverage whatsoever. Thanks for listening. 

You do not want to miss this episode. A somewhat disheveled PJ shares his theory about Justin Turner's positive test. Spoiler alert- something is very very wrong here, and PJ needs to get it off his chest. Also, what is the deal with managers taking starting pitchers out in the 6th inning for no good reason? This is classic Sports Theory at it's finest!

Today the guys talk about the World Series matchup between the Rays and the Dodgers, which leads to a new segment- weird sports injuries! PJ and EMac also preview the 2021 Red Sox. Plus the latest installment of Perry's Picks!

The guys talk about the Lakers' NBA championship, the passing of baseball HOFer Joe Morgan, plus a couple of pretty good tangents about COVID and the presidential election. Also in a new SI Flashback segment PJ observes how drastically mental health awareness has changed since 1987. And of course PJ and EMac and the fabulous Mr. Perry make their week 6 NFL picks!

The Sports Theory guys talk about the NBA Finals, the MLB postseason, EMac's sister's wedding, and PJ tells a story about a Van Halen concert he attended in high school as a tribute to Eddie Van Halen. The guys also share the news that they have landed an interview with basketball legend and North Providence, RI native Ernie DiGregorio. We are beyond excited about this interview. Stay tuned for when it will air! Enjoy the episode and thanks as always for listening.

PJ and EMac discuss the Celtics loss to Miami in the conference finals and preview the LAL-MIA NBA Finals matchup. Also in this episode: Perry's Picks, and a special guest appearance by PJ's mom/EMac's grandmother (this might get PJ severely injured).

The guys discuss the Celtics developing habit of not being able to win close games, PJ gets apprehended by the Take Police (including a Sports Theory first- the use of a sound effect!). Plus Perry joins us for his NFL Week 3 picks. You do not want to miss this episode!