The Monty Show: Daily Sports Talk

Monty & Jake are getting you ready for the 2nd half of the NBA Season! Who is the best team? Who is the most dangerous team? Who is going to make a major move at the trade deadline? Monty & Jake have you covered!

Silly season in the NFL is in full swing, and the Kansas City Chiefs shocked the world by releasing their two best offensive linemen, Patrick Mahomes must be thrilled! The New England Patriots signed a QB and big name QB's are still available!

Monty got the Pfizer COVID Vaccine, and it almost killed him! The guys discuss the details of getting the vaccine, and Monty describes the painful side affects of the vaccine. Jake is getting his today, and wonders what it will be like.

President Joe Biden got his COVID Relief Package through Congress, and signed it one day early, was it a win for Americans?

The shoe game continues to explode, and Monty & Jake are reaping the benefits, the guys talk about a VERY big weekend in kicks, and their hope for victory, but acknowledge the huge losses coming!

Monty & Jake are reacting to the Utah Jazz signing of Ersan İlyasova, and Monty thinks it's a stellar move, but Jake is not so sure. What does Ersan İlyasova bring to the Utah Jazz lineup, and how will Jazz Head Coach Quin Snyder us İlyasova and who is going to lose minutes because of his arrival?

The NBA returns tonight and the guys talk about expectations for the 2nd half of the NBA Season, and who they expect to come out on top!

There is even more reaction to BYU signing the Nacua Brothers out of the transfer portal, and all of it is not positive.

Monty got his Pfizer Vaccine yesterday and is feeling the impact, are you getting a vaccine and what do you say to those who claim vaccines don't work. How is a vaccine changing your behaviors? What are you willing to do once you get a vaccine?

Congress is expected to pass Joe Biden's stimulus package today, are you in favor of extending unemployment and giving $1400 stimulus payments to needy Americans?

Monty & Jake are reacting to the MASSIVE Dak Prescott contract with the Dallas Cowboys. Who won this deal, Dak Prescott or the Dallas Cowboys? Monty says there is a clear winner and it's neither Dak or the Cowboys, and the guys wonder who will be the NFL's first $50 Million dollar QB?

The Seattle Seahawks continues to send signals the Russell Wilson is available for trades, and they would not mind moving him. Would you rather trade for Seahawks QB Russell Wilson, or Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson?

It was a BIG day at BYU as they got two transfers at WR and simultaneously won the local recruiting battle with Utah, and how does Zach Wilson fit in to the situation?

The NBA is back tomorrow, and the Brooklyn Nets will have a new toy to play with as they add Blake Griffin, but does Griffin make the Nets better?

Monty is getting his COVID Vaccine today, and wonders how that will go. Are you getting vaccinated? Are you still wearing a mask? Are you still taking Coronavirus seriously? Should all COVID restrictions be lifted?

There are literally shoes everywhere in Casa de Monty! The guys discuss the shoe game and what is coming from Nike as more and more Adidas shoes go on sale. Who is winning the shoe game?

Papa John Schnatter is back and he says it took him 20 months, but he has been able to erase "the N word" from his vocabulary, and of course he said this to much celebration on OANN...because of course he went on OANN! The guys talk pizza and the fact Monty has never had Papa John's and now never will BUT ...who has the best pizza in Utah?

Monty & Jake are reacting to the 2021 NBA All Star game, including LeBron James saying the Utah Jazz are not relatable and they don't have mass appeal. Is LeBron correct? Do the Utah Jazz get the respect they deserve? Historically? Did Lebron disrespect Karl Malone and John Stockton?

Was the NBA All Star Game compelling? With the skills competition and 3 Pt Contest before the game, and the Slam Dunk at the half, did it work?

DeShaun Watson is letting it be known that he will never play for the Houston Texans again, is Deshaun Watson handling this situation well? What should the Texans do?

The British Royal Family is in full damage control after Prince Harry and Meghan Markle gave Oprah a tell all interview, in which they accused the Palace of everything from Racism to manipulation and oppression. Monty has one simple question: why do we care?

Jake talks about dating during Coronavirus, and the struggle to meet a life partner when meeting face to face is difficult at best. What are the best ways to meet your significant other, and how do you connect with people when it's not safe to meet in person?

Monty & Jake are talking Utah Jazz Basketball, after the Utah Jazz went to Philadelphia to take on the Sixers, and lost in OT, with Donovan Mitchell getting ejected. After the game Donovan Mitchell said the Utah Jazz routinely get "screwed" by NBA Officials. Rudy Gobert says he does not get the same calls as other players in the NBA Get. Are they right? Are NBA Ref's harder on the Utah Jazz than other teams? Do the Jazz get fewer calls because they are in a "smaller market"?

With the All-Star Break nearly upon us, Monty and Jake play "Real or Fake" in the NBA. Which teams and players are legit, and which will fall off?

Is Tiger Woods in real trouble after is auto accident? Authorities have executed a search warrant for the "black box" on the SUV Tiger Woods was driving when he rolled at high speed last week. While no crime was listed on the warrant, the Judge had to find probable cause a crime occurred to issue the warrant. Tiger Woods also told Police and others that he is unable to remember driving the day of the crash, including during the crash itself.

Amazon is opening stores across the world where shoppers will be charged automatically, and based on the weight of their packages. Monty wants to know why? Amazon's Brand is not physical locations, but fast delivery, so why open stores now?

Monty & Jake are talking NBA Ref's after Phoenix Suns Stud Devin Booker was ejected against the Lakers. Devin Booker got a technical foul for something he said, and then, apparently, he bounced the basketball back to another official with too much force, and was ejected on his 2nd T. Are officials too involved in games?

Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson wants out of Houston, the Chicago Bears have offered a "mammoth" package for Watson...so why has that deal not been done? Would Watson accept a trade to Chicago? What should the Chicago Bears give up to get Watson out of Houston? Are the Bears willing to part with a BIG name defender and a tight end? Should the Bears chase Deshaun Watson or go all in on Russell Wilson?

MLB has instituted a "mercy rule" for Spring Training, and Jake hates everything about it! The guys explain the rule and debate if it is common sense or gutting to the integrity of the game?

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is watching his past catch up to him as multiple women have come forward with claims of sexual harassment in the form of unwanted sexual advances, on top of the nursing home scandal, is it time for Andrew Cuomo to resign as Governor of New York?

Instagram is no longer showing likes on posts, and the guys wonder if it is a good thing or a bad thing. What is your favorite social media app? Monty has one clear favorite, and one clear LEAST favorite social media app.

Texas and Mississippi have both removed mask mandates and opened all businesses 100% with out restrictions of any kind, is it the right thing to do?

Monty & Jake are talking Utah Utes and the firing of WR Coach Guy Holliday. Was Holliday fired over race? There appear to be many reasons the Utah Utes moved on from Guy Holliday, but Monty says race is not one of them. The guys discuss the reasons why and wonder where the Utah Utes football program goes offensively.

The Utah Jazz lost to the New Orleans Pelicans in New Orleans, and Monty says there is continuing trend, that is very troubling if you are a Jazz fan. The guys talk about Zion Williamson 's impact on the game and what the Utah Jazz did to minimize Zion's in the 4th quarter and wonder why that was not the case the entire game.

JJ Watt Signed with the Arizona Cardinals, and Jake says it's time for the Arizona Cardinals to win a Super Bowl, right now! Does JJ Watt make the Arizona Cardinals the best team in the NFC West? The entire NFC? The NFL? Monty says not so fast.

Nike has a major scandal on it's hands as a long time executive steps down after it was revealed her son is a major shoe reseller and used BOTS to win major Air Jordan drops. The guys express their frustration with the drop process at Nike and talk about the direction of the shoe game.

Monty & Jake are talking Utah Jazz basketball, and wondering are the Utah Jazz Contenders or Pretenders heading in to the final week of the 1st half. As the NBA heads for the All Star Break, the Utah Jazz split the weekend with a loss in Miami and win in Orlando, with the best record in the NBA, are the Jazz the best team in the NBA? Should Jazz fans be worried by a troubling trend emerging defensively for the team, and one particular player?

The Seattle Seahawks trading Russell Wilson seemed like crazy talk, until Wilson let it be known he would be open to going to the Chicago Bears, New Orleans Saints, Dallas Cowboys, or the Las Vegas Raiders. What is the best fit for Russell Wilson and will the Seattle Seahawks actually trade Russell Wilson?

They guys discuss their latest venture in to side hustles with their Amazon FBA business. Why did they choose Amazon FBA and what are the guys hoping to make via Arbitrage and is it a viable avenue to making extra money? What effort is required and how much money does it take get started on Amazon FBA Arbitrage.

Monty & Jake are talking Utah Jazz basketball, as the Jazz dominated a shorthanded Los Angeles Lakers squad. What did we learn about the Utah Jazz and is it time to pronounce the Utah Jazz as the best team in the NBA?

Former Utah Jazz Man Elijah Millsap accused Utah Jazz VP Dennis Lindsey of using racist language during an exit interview several years ago, in front of Quin Snyder ...do you believe it?

Devin Booker was named as a replacement for injured Los Angeles Lakers PF Anthony Davis, and Monty says it's disrespectful, but is it? Monty makes the case that Devin Booker should have been an NBA All Star Reserve from the beginning, not an afterthought.

Kyrie Irving wants the NBA to change the NBA Logo to Kobe Bryant, but not everyone is on board. Should the NBA make Kobe Bryant the NBA Logo? Monty & Jake debate.

A former KGB Agent says Donald Trump has been a Russian Asset since 1987, do you believe him? The Russians were known to leverage power, rich, influential American Men by trapping them in financial and sex schemes, which Donald Trump has struggled with his entire adult life.

Monty & Jake talk about the NBA All-Star Reserves and Devin Booker NOT being on the NBA Western Conference All-Star Roster. Does Devin Booker deserve a spot on the NBA All Star team? Should Booker be there over Damian Lillard? Chris Paul? Paul George? The Utah Jazz got both Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert on the Western Conference All Star Team, again, are the Jazz in the best position they have been in since Stockton & Malone to win an NBA Championship?

Tiger Woods was involved in a very serious car accident on Tuesday Morning, we now know Tiger Woods broke both bones in his lower right leg, as well as his foot and ankle. Is this the end for Tiger as a Pro? Was his career likely over before the accident due to back injuries? Has Tiger consistently damaged his career with foolish choices in his personal life?

There is more ghost evidence ...are they real? A young child was pulled under a bed in England after a toy started playing music in the middle of the night, we have seen the video, and we decide!