The Ryen Russillo Show

Ryen opens with continued speculation about LeBron's next team, the Kawhi trade to the Raptors being on hold, and a questionable contract handed out this offseason. Then, new Orlando Magic coach Sean Sweeney stops by to discuss why he wanted the job, how to maximize the team's talent, getting to know Paolo Banchero, and looking back at the Spurs' Finals loss as the team's top assistant. Next, the voice of the UFC, Jon Anik, joins to discuss Conor McGregor's disastrous return to the Octagon and what comes next. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti stop by for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including adult pool rules and asking another guy about his cologne.

Ryen opens with some thoughts on the World Cup, including the debate over whether the USMNT's run was a success or a failure. Then, Amin Elhassan joins to discuss the destination that makes the most sense for LeBron, where he stands on Jaylen Brown, how much better the Lakers are, and why people are already second-guessing Dybantsa in favor of Peterson after Summer League. Next, Fox Sports' Rob Stone stops by for more on the USMNT, the World Cup, and whether anyone can stop France. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti hop in for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including a fantasy football punishment and how to delay the baby talk with your girlfriend.

Ryen opens with a big-picture look at all the NBA moves this summer and how they may (or may not) have changed the championship picture. Then, he gets Philadelphia's perspective on the Jaylen Brown trade with Rich Hofmann, including how Jaylen fits alongside Maxey, Embiid's future, and whether Boston or Philly is the better team today. Next, Ceruti hops in to talk about the controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun's World Cup red card, the suspension of his one-game ban, and some of the other action from the tournament before Kyle joins for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including a sketchy relationship between a friend and a girlfriend.

Ryen is joined by Sports Illustrated's Chris Mannix to discuss the fallout from the Celtics trading Jaylen Brown to the Sixers, what they've heard about why the deal happened, and why teams around the league believe they could have beaten Philly's offer.

Ryen opens with LeBron leaving the Lakers and why he doesn't like the Warriors as his next potential destination. Plus, he talks about the Walker Kessler trade and Kawhi returning to Toronto. Then, ESPN's Jorge Sedano joins for more on LeBron's departure, Kessler joining the Lakers, and which team makes the most sense for LeBron next. Actor, comedian, and now author Danny McBride stops by to discuss his new book, Thrilling Tales of Modern Men, his comedy style, the enduring popularity of Eastbound & Down, and more. And finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including a guy who thinks his life sucks and how to make a move on your sister's friend.

Ryen hops on for a bonus episode after Ja Morant is finally traded. Is he worth it for the Blazers? How does Ja fit alongside Deni, Dame, and Scoot? Plus, the Grizzlies officially close a weird chapter in the franchise's history.

Ryen opens with "the war between buckets and nerds"—aka the Jaylen Brown analytics debate sparked by Bobby Marks' quote being taken out of context regarding Brown's value. Then, Frank Isola joins for more on the Jaylen discourse, the Hornets' big offseason, and rumors involving Kawhi returning to Toronto and LeBron and Anthony Davis reuniting in Golden State. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including how to react to your girlfriend being hit on and whether a neck tattoo is ever a good idea.

Ryen opens with the surprise LaMelo Ball trade to the Timberwolves and why he hates it for Minnesota. Then, The Athletic’s Timberwolves reporter Jon Krawczynski joins for more on the trade, including why Minnesota thought this was the right move, where Anthony Edwards stands in all of it, and a little on Minnesota sports misery. Next, PGA Tour veteran, major champion, and Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley returns to the show fresh off the U.S. Open to talk about Shinnecock, New England golf, and defending his title at the Travelers Championship this weekend. And finally, Kyle and Ceruti stop by for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including getting kicked out of an Airbnb and a driving-range ball thief.

Ryen opens with his thoughts on the first round of the NBA Draft, including his final player rankings (Peterson over AJ). Then, Jay Bilas stops by to discuss why the players at the top of the draft were so interchangeable, the league's renewed emphasis on drafting big men, Cam Boozer landing with the Grizzlies, and how many players in this class have a realistic chance to be the best player from the draft five years from now. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including a guy who's worried he's hotter than his girlfriend and a cat dilemma after having kids.

Russillo reacts to the Giannis trade that sends him to the Miami Heat for a package that Ryen just doesn’t think is good enough for the Bucks. Plus, after the Celtics reportedly dangled Jaylen Brown, what’s next for Boston’s Finals MVP?