The Sandwich Corner

Chris in GA and Dave are back to cover the NBA's intentions to dump the one-and-done rule for college players, in favor of enhancing the G-League as an alternate development path for players out of high school.   Later we look at the half dozen red-hot teams in the NBA.  The Rockets are on a 15 game winning streak, along with the Blazers who are also on fire.  Later Chris and Dave freestyle with other topics around the Association.

A Couple Quickies and Andy in Seattle join Dave for this year's Oscars Preview.  First we cover all the top nominees for Best Picture: The Shape of Water, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri, Get Out, Lady Bird, and others.   Plus we cover some other scenarios with the nominees including Best Actor, Best Actress, and other categories.

Chris and Dave are back for this week's NBA Report.  The Mavericks are rocked after the media unearthed a long running sexual harrassment scandal in their organization.  We look at the aftermath and ask how much was owner Mark Cuban to blame for his former PR and CEO guys abuse of countless female staffers.  Also this week, a recap of All Star Weekend in Los Angeles, new talk about a 1 through 16 intra-conference seeded playoff format, and updates on the hottest teams in February including the Raptors, Rockets, Jazz, Lakers, Wizards, and more.

On this week's "NBA Report" podcast, Chris and Dave look at the massive overhaul of the Cavs roster at the trade deadline.  Three moves that could have saved the season for LeBron and company.   Is it enough to make them the favorites in the East?   Later, we recap other deals in the NBA, offer the aftermath for other teams like the Lakers, Kings, Grizzlies, Heat, Knicks, Hawks, and others.   Paul Pierce is honored after the Celtics' big showdown with Cleveland and Chris recaps a stellar hall of fame worthy career for Pierce from his early Celtic days, the title run, and his contributions to the game.

Chris in GA is back for this week's NBA Report.  This edition features heavy emphasis on the trade deadline on February 8th, we'll provide the latest speculation including possible trades of Tyreke Evans and Lou Williams.  We lead off with the still struggling Cavs and their mid-season plans.  Will they try to make one last run and sell the farm for a trade, or pack it in and keep their 2018 Nets Pick?   Later a look at the suddenly surging Lakers, coming off a nice road trip with a big upset of the Thunder.   Then, a preview of the Clippers/Pistons game on Friday, the first meeting of both teams since the Blake Griffin Trade.

John in CT is back to cover the matchup scenarios for Super Bowl LII between the Eagles and Patriots.  We also recap a most eventful conference championship round featuring a hotly contested Pats AFC game and a completely dominant Eagles NFC game.   Later our look at this weekend's Super Bowl matchup and predictions for the big game, plus other NFL news and notes.

Ari in Philadelphia and Parcells Falling Out join Dave to give the updates on the local fan scene in Philadelphia and New England, respectively.   Already there have been many hilarious incidents out of the city of brotherly love.  Ari shares the latest on what Philly fans and media are up to this week.  Later, Parcells brings us the fan scene in Connecticut as NE ramps up for yet another Super Bowl.  

Chris in GA and Dave are back for this week's NBA Report.  On this edition we break down a surprising Blake Griffin trade to the Pistons for several of their players.   How will the Clippers rebuild after losing the face of the franchise, and why would they trade a superstar after awarding a 5 year contract extension?  DeMarcus Cousins tore his achilles tendon on Friday.  How will the Pelicans rebound to continue their playoff run, and what's next for Boogie as he nears free agency?   Later we look at the All Star Rosters as picked by LeBron James and Steph Curry.   Paul George fills in for Cousins' spot on Team LeBron.  A look at the All Star teams and the Rising Stars rosters featuring three young upstart Laker players.  Later more trade talk and other news from the NBA.

Kevin on the Cape and Tom in Northern VA return to deliver this year's Super Bowl Prop Bets for the Eagles/Patriots matchup in Minneapoilis.   We look at the traditional props, along with this year's wacky wagers and other unusual props for the big game.

Ari and Gerry return for the 2018 MLB Offseason Report in a very light offseason thus far in baseball.   Giancarlo Stanton gets his trade, he goes to the Yankees.  Gerrit Cole and Andrew McCutchen also find new destinations.  We'll cover the trades plus other free agent rumblings and the newly announced Hall of Fame Class of 2018.