The Carton Show with Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle

Broadway star Avery Wilson joins Carton and Big Mac to discuss his role as the Knicks' good luck charm and participate in a live singing challenge. They react to a caller's claim that her Basset Hound accurately predicts game results using cookies. Discussion also covers record NBA viewership and the rumor that Aroldis Chapman wants an apology from Brian Cashman to return to the Yankees.

01:30 - Avery Wilson MSG Interview

08:10 - Victor Wembanyama Hotel Rumors

11:45 - Studio Singing Challenge

16:26 - Michael Jackson Film Legacy

20:22 - Basset Hound Knicks Prediction

26:47 - NBA Finals Viewership Records

29:36 - Jinxes And Superstitions Debate

35:55 - Aroldis Chapman Apology Request

Chris McMonigle reacts to Victor Wembanyama's bold predictions and discusses the Knicks' potential to secure their first championship since 1973. He analyzes the coaching impact of Mike Brown and Tom Thibodeau while weighing in on the Finals MVP candidacy of OG Anunoby. The discussion also highlights the unifying power of New York sports and the team's upcoming Game 5 urgency.

01:20 - Wemby’s Bold Comeback Claims

05:40 - Knicks Uniting New York

10:45 - Sports as a Unifier

13:20 - New Rochelle Hall Induction

16:45 - NBA Finals TV Ratings

20:25 - Mike Brown vs Tibbs

25:35 - Aroldis Chapman Apology Issues

27:05 - Searching for Game 5 Urgency

30:25 - The Power of Superstition

34:40 - OG Anunoby MVP Case

Craig Carton and Big Mac discuss Victor Wembanyama's claims that the Spurs will come back from a 3-1 deficit against the Knicks. They explore a fan's proposal to relocate New York's losing franchises and celebrate the unifying power of the Knicks' postseason success. Craig also reflects on his induction into the New Rochelle High School Hall of Fame.

01:03 - Wembanyama's Bold Series Guarantee

05:35 - Purging Struggling NY Teams

07:55 - Friday Night Ratings Battle

13:07 - Carton's Second Chance Honor

Carton and the crew discuss the massive influx of Knicks fans traveling to San Antonio and a caller whose Basset Hound predicts NBA outcomes. They also break down Aroldis Chapman's alleged demand for a personal apology from Brian Cashman and cover the latest from the Stanley Cup Finals.

01:14 - Knicks Fans Travel Plans

02:32 - Psychic Dog Game Predictions

09:45 - Debating Jinxes and Superstitions

17:37 - Chapman's Apology Demand

24:04 - Sports Update

Chaos and comedy hit the Carton Show on WFAN as Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle welcomed Knicks anthem singer Avery Wilson into the studio!

Things got WILD on WFAN as Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle welcomed Knicks legend Gerald Wilkins to the studio! Gerald reflected on his Knicks career, Patrick Ewing, Pat Riley, Michael Jordan, and the current Knicks' championship run before the conversation exploded into an all-time GOAT debate.

Wilkins passionately argued for LeBron James, while Carton defended Michael Jordan, leading to a hilarious and heated back-and-forth that every basketball fan needs to hear. Plus, Gerald shares incredible stories about MJ's aura, putting Jordan's picture on his bathroom mirror, and why today's Knicks have destiny on their side.

They welcome former Knick Gerald Wilkins to the studio to discuss the team's championship aspirations and the possibility of a victory parade. The conversation moves to tactical adjustments in the NBA Finals and the potential for an iconic statue to commemorate a key playoff moment.

02:01 - Gerald Wilkins Studio Visit

05:10 - Knicks Championship Fandom

09:33 - NBA Finals Tactical Analysis

12:16 - Potential Knicks Statue

18:11 - Paul McCartney Music Discussion

They debate whether Jalen Brunson or OG Anunoby deserves the Finals MVP award if the Knicks close out the Spurs. The conversation shifts to a grammar lesson on the difference between 'historic' and 'historical' before diving into NBA comeback statistics. Craig also shares his celebrity-filled plans for Game 5, mentioning potential watch parties at the homes of Lil Wayne and Kevin Connolly.

01:00 - Knicks Series Closeout

01:31 - Finals MVP Debate

03:46 - Historic Versus Historical

07:33 - NBA Playoff Comeback Stats

11:34 - Celebrity Game 5 Plans

OG Anunoby's consistent postseason performance has sparked a debate over whether he or Jalen Brunson deserves the Finals MVP award. They reflect on the December trade with Toronto and how Anunoby has evolved from a defensive specialist into a dynamic two-way star.

01:15 - Avery Wilson Sing-Off

02:22 - Spurs Choke Job

05:14 - Historic vs Historical Debate

08:05 - Anunoby's MVP Case

11:48 - OG Trade Retrospective

The New York Knicks are one victory away from ending a 53-year championship drought, but Chris McMonigle still isn't ready to celebrate. On WFAN's Carton Show, Craig Carton and C-Mac debate whether Knicks fans should continue celebrating OG Anunoby's unforgettable Game 4 tip-in or start worrying about finishing off Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs in Game 5.