The NBA playoffs are set but not set, set! Some intriguing play-in games highlighted by the Lakers and the Warriors... Despite being a low seed, are the Lakers the favorites? How will Utah and Phoenix fair after tremendous regular seasons? And what about the East? Do all roads lead through Brooklyn? Plus, remembering the great Sports Reporters producer, Joe Valerio.

The Sports Reporters - Episode 384 - The Lights Get Brighter in the NBA Playoffs! Remembering the Great Joe Valerio

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The NFL continues to stay top of mind as Bruce Arians steps down as head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and heads for a front office position. Exploring what this means for all parties impacted. Plus, a deep dive into the Final Four. Who you like to win it all? The NBA is heading toward the playoffs and the East is extremely tight. Who should we be keeping an eye on as we enter the last few weeks of the regular season? The demise of the LA Lakers continues. Will they make it to the playoffs? And could Tiger Woods actually play in the Masters this year?!

The Sports Reporters - Episode 474 - More NFL Flux. Final Four Hype. NBA East Getting Tight

The Final Four is set and you'll probably recognize the participants! The guys break down the "Blue Bloodiest" Final Four. Can Duke send Coach K off into the sunset with a National Title? Will their rival, UNC, ride their hot play to a title for first year head coach Hubert Davis? Can Villanova overcome another crucial injury to earn a title? And Kansas, the loan #1 seed left, is it theirs to lose? Plus, QB musical chairs is heading toward the end and the music is about to stop... Some important QB decisions still to be made. Where will Jimmy G and Baker Mayfield land? And oh what a night at the Oscars! The guys break down all the drama between Chris Rock and Will Smith. Don't miss an entertaining episode of the Sports Reporters Podcast!

The Sports Reporters - Episode 473 - A Blue Blood Final 4. NFL QB Decisions Still to be Made. Oscars Slap

The NCAA Tournament is set to come alive as we head toward some great matchups in the Sweet 16! Number 1 seeds in danger of being bounced? Who can continue their wild ride in March? Plus, another big trade in the NFL has the league buzzing! Tyreek Hill moves from KC to Miami and promptly receives a new, unprecedented, deal from the Dolphins. Discussing how this bold move impacts the WR market and QB's Tua Tagovailoa and Patrick Mahomes. And a Tennis star retires young... Don't miss this episode of the Sports Reporters Podcast!

The Sports Reporters - Episode 472 - NCAA Tournament Set to Come Alive. Major Movement in the NFL not Involving a QB

How's your bracket looking? The guys discuss the NCAA Tournament and breakdown some of the big storylines coming out of the big dance. Plus, the Cleveland Browns strike a massive trade with the Houston Texans for Deshaun Watson... The Browns then sign Watson to a massive contract! But will Watson be able to play this season? How does this whole situation sit with you? And some big time money and deals being thrown around in MLB. Where are some of the top free agents heading? Don't miss this episode of the Sports Reporters Podcast!

The Sports Reporters - Episode 471 - Big Dance Usual Suspects. Stomach Turning Trade in the NFL. MLB Deals

The guys breakdown the NCAA Basketball Tournament bracket. Why it's time to deliver for the Gonzaga Bulldogs. And the importance of a star player at this time of year. Deshaun Watson has a ton of interest around the NFL. Where will he play next season? And why a New York City vaccine mandate may hamper the Yankees and Mets home games.

The Sports Reporters - Episode 384 - The Lights Get Brighter in the NBA Playoffs! Remembering the Great Joe Valerio

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