Craig reacts to Dallas Mavericks GM Nico Harrison admitting he didn’t realize just how important Luka Dončić is to the city of Dallas. Craig dives into why that comment is raising eyebrows, what it says about Luka’s status in the NBA, and how franchise players like Luka become the emotional heartbeat of a city. Plus, Craig explores how front offices sometimes misread the connection between stars and fan bases — and why that can't happen with a player like Dončić.

Hour 2

1:12 - Take Command Segment w/ Logan Paulsen

22:46 - Caps vs. Canadiens: Can Ovi Carry the Load?

33:03 - Weekend in Review

Craig welcomes ESPN’s Greg Wyshynski to preview the Capitals' first-round playoff series against the red-hot Montreal Canadiens. They dive into Washington’s goaltending concerns with Logan Thompson nursing an injury, Montreal’s 7-1-2 surge to clinch the final wildcard spot, and why Alex Ovechkin’s scoring touch could be the key to the Caps advancing.

Hour 1

1:12 - NFL Draft Week Kickoff: Tempering Expectations for a Unique Class

10:26 - Swing Big or Play It Safe? Commanders' Draft Dilemma

20:45 - Drafting at 29: Who’s Left for the Commanders?

29:17 - Trade Up for Jeanty? Evaluating Late-First Options for the Commanders

Craig dives into Dane Brugler’s Top 100 prospects to identify potential targets for the Washington Commanders at pick #29. With a possible run on edge rushers ahead of their selection, Craig and Anthony explore which players might still be available and how they could fit into Washington’s draft strategy.

As NFL Draft Week rolls on, Craig and Anthony debate a key question for the Washington Commanders: Should they take a big swing on a high-upside player with risks, or go with a safer, more reliable prospect? The two weigh the pros and cons of each approach and how it could shape the future of the franchise.

The NFL Draft is next week, and we got news this week that the Commanders and Washington D.C. have the framework of a deal close to bring the team's next stadium back to RFK! So, take a listen to this week's Best of Commanders, which is all about roster building, and maybe some stadium building, too.

In the best of the Nationals on WJFK/WTEM this week, GM Mike Rizzo joins The Sports Junkies, Grant & Danny discuss Dylan Crews' poor start to the season; Andrew Golden of The Washington Post joins Kevin Sheehan to break down the Nats' "scrappy" playing style; James Wood is showcasing superstar potential; Jake Irvin plays trivia with listeners on Grant & Danny; Mark Zuckerman joins BMitch & Finlay to talk bullpen woes

1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - Edge/CB Options at Pick 29 + Coach Gottlieb Talks Kiki Iriafen

42:42 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - Fixing the NBA Draft Lottery + Hoffman Show NBA Playoff Preview

1:25:47 - Hoffman Show Hour 3 - Inside Sports Betting w/ Mike Vorkunov, Mystics GM Joins the Show, Weekend Preview + Real Things

Hour 3

1:12 - The Athletic’s Mike Vorkunov Talks Inside Sports Betting

14:56 - Building the Future: Jamila Wideman on Her First Draft as Mystics GM

21:36 - Weekend Preview

32:43 - Real Things: Steph Curry and Steve Kerr