Views From The 573

Ryan McDaniel is joined by fellow Spurs fan Matt Mormann to discuss Victor Wembanyama officially becoming a Spur, including whether the expectations for him right away are becoming unfair (1:48). Then, they shift gears to the MLB as they talk about the Cardinals' struggles, what moves could they make, and discuss the biggest surprises and disappointments at the halfway mark of the season (15:21).

Ryan McDaniel and Charles Jones put a bow on this NBA season as they discuss the Nuggets winning their first championship (3:03). Next, with the NBA off-season just getting started, they breakdown the Suns trading for Bradley Beal, how do Kristaps Porzingis and Marcus Smart fit in with their new teams, and how can this version of Chris Paul impact the Warriors (11:50). Then, they give their live reactions to most of the first round picks in this year's NBA Draft (55:14).

On this episode, Ryan discusses the surprising news of a merger between the PGA and LIV Golf, Messi coming to the States, potential landing spots for Dalvin Cook, looks at the NBA Finals three games in, updates on where things are in the MLB in June, and more.

Ryan McDaniel is joined by Charles Jones as they catch up on what's going on in the NBA, including GM Bob Myers leaving Golden State, the Draft Lottery, what happened in Game 7 of Heat-Celtics + what's in store for the Celtics this offseason (:54). Then, they get talk how Heat culture is a real thing to lead up previewing the Finals with the Heat-Nuggets, some potential X-Factors, predictions and more (34:12).

Ryan discusses Ja's recent incident and what might come for him and the Grizzlies next (3:26). Then, he talks about Tuesday night's draft lottery, how the Spurs looks as a destination after winning the Wembanyama sweepstakes, who fits best for the Hornets at #2 and the Blazers three options at #3 (16:02). Next, tackling whether it's the end of an era for the Warriors and what lies next for the Suns and 76ers with coaching changes on the way (32:16). Finally, he briefly recaps both Game 1's in the Conference Finals with the Lakers-Nuggets & Heat-Celtics (51:08).

Ryan discusses some of the notable games released ahead of the full NFL schedule release (6:04). Then, its on to the NBA as he talks about the All-NBA teams being revealed (16:54). Next, some playoff talk as he tackles whether the Celtics can recover from Game 5, can the Nuggets get a close out road win against the Suns, can the Lakers continue their home dominance and top the Warriors and can the Knicks offense come to life to keep them alive against the Heat (28:32). Finally, with the NBA Draft Lottery coming up, who are the best fits for top prospect Victor Wembanyama (50:27).

Ryan looks at the MLB a month in with a couple surprise teams leading the way (2:28). Next, looking at big surprises happening in the NHL Playoffs (10:31), Embiid winning MVP along with recapping the NBA Playoffs up to now, including thoughts on the Grizzlies and Dillion Brooks (13:34). Finally, he recaps the NFL Draft, looking at how all our teams did, his winners and losers, plus an early peak at the 2024 Draft (28:12).

Ryan briefly recaps how the NBA Playoffs have gone so far, followed by heading to the NFL Draft where Matt joins him and talks about his experience going to the draft. Then, they recap the first round with a handful of surprises in the top half of the round before discussing their thoughts on Day Two.

NBA Playoffs (1:05)

Matt's Draft Experience (9:08)

Picks 1-10 (25:25)

Picks 11-20 (1:00:21)

Picks 21-31 (1:20:57)

Day Two Thoughts (1:45:32)

The NFL Draft is almost officially upon us! Ryan McDaniel and Matt Mormann take a look at this RB and WR class, along with what they think of this year's group of QB's (6:28) before they conduct the annual Views first round mock draft (41:06).

The NBA Playoffs are here! Ryan is joined by Charles Jones as they preview the first round matchups In the East (4:50)and West (28:31), as well as look ahead to potential matchups down the road.