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On today’s show, we’re wrapping up the Conference Semifinals and looking ahead to the round of four, and although ymmv on entertainment value, the sheer volume of games has been fantastic. NBA Playoff basketball has kept hoopheads busy, that’s for sure, with 74 games in 33 nights, and 31 nights straight with at least one game, and Playoff hoops at that. And we still have two rounds to go! Sure it would be great if every game came down to the last possession and every star was Jordenesque every night, but isn’t it enough to watch Ant become an established Playoff superstar, or see Jokic work his magic, or Brunson do the improbable and Luka do the expected while both are hobbled by injuries? And along the way, we saw amazing performances in losing efforts from LeBron, from Shai, from Donovan, from Embiid. The volume of short video highlights you can marvel at on your phone may be light, but there are legit NBA historical storylines playing out right now. Jokic doesn’t get the repeat, that’s the big one right now but there’s plenty more, like, does Tatum get over the hump, will Luka make his first Finals, how far could Brunson carry his team and how far can 22 year old Ant carry his, and what the heck are the Pacers doing here? Fortunately we have another month of hoops to watch it all play out, with up to 14 straight days of games starting tonite! But no matter what, youth will take over, cuz either Tatum, Ant, Haliburton or Luka is winning a title. So sit back, it’s the NBA, all NBA and nothing but the NBA Playoffs and we’re breaking down how it’s all unfolding, next on the Roundup Podcast so let’s get rolling . . .
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On today’s show, with the NBA Playoffs in full swing it’s all hoops, all the time, and we have a lot to get into with Round 2 underway. But first, it’s a way too late post-mortem on our Golden State Warriors’ season; we’ve been so busy talking about actual Playoff teams that we didn’t get a chance to review the season and look ahead to next year, but rest assured, this will likely be the last Warrior talk til next fall. Then it’s a brief recap of Round 1 before we give our pre-series Round 2 predictions and take a look at what we’ve seen so far from Ant and the Wolves, Jalen and the Knicks and more. So sit back, it’s the NBA, all NBA and nothing but the NBA and we’re breaking down how it’s all unfolding, next on the Roundup Podcast so let’s get rolling . . .
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On today’s show, we’re checking in on the NBA Playoffs midway thru Round 1 action, and so far, the “old” stars seem on their way out, even as the new generation appears ready to take over. Our guy Steph, now in his mid-30s, is out, sent home before it all even started, while 25 year old SGA is in, as in, likely in the Conference Finals this year with his Thunder, and the franchise looking to be in great shape for years to come. 28 year old Nicola Jokic is in, he’s the pinnacle of the game right now, while as great as he’s played, 39 year old LeBron is likely on his way out, both immediately and more long term. You get the picture; there’s a lot of new blood in title contention this year, with Ant, Brunson, Luka, and other leading the charge. Meanwhile, the NFL Draft is in the books and while we got a few surprises on Day 1, there was plenty that went as predicted. A lot of offense was picked on Day 1, high value positions in a deep draft for OT, WR and QB, as we see the top 6 QBs go in the first 12 picks. My winner was Chicago though, and Bears fans have to be excited to see the Caleb-Rome connection in action this fall. So sit back, the NFL Draft is in the books, the NBA Playoffs are underway, and we’re breaking down how it’s all unfolding, next on the Roundup Podcast so let’s get rolling . . .
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On today’s show, in part 1, we’re checking in on the NBA Playoffs midway thru Round 1 action, and so far, the “old” stars seem on their way out, even as the new generation appears ready to take over. Our guy Steph, now in his mid-30s, is out, sent home before it all even started, while 25 year old SGA is in, as in, likely in the Conference Finals this year with his Thunder, and the franchise looking to be in great shape for years to come. 28 year old Nicola Jokic is in, he’s the pinnacle of the game right now, while as great as he’s played, 39 year old LeBron is likely on his way out, both immediately and more long term. You get the picture; there’s a lot of new blood in title contention this year, with Ant, Brunson, Luka, and other leading the charge. Meanwhile, in part 2, the NFL Draft is in the books and while we got a few surprises on Day 1, there was plenty that went as predicted. A lot of offense was picked on Day 1, high value positions in a deep draft for OT, WR and QB, as we see the top 6 QBs go in the first 12 picks. My winner was Chicago though, and Bears fans have to be excited to see the Caleb-Rome connection in action this fall. So sit back, the NFL Draft is in the books, the NBA Playoffs are underway, and we’re breaking down how it’s all unfolding, next on the Roundup Podcast so let’s get rolling . . .
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On today’s show, we’re catching up on a busy time on the sports calendar and we’re reveling in the abundance of stories out there for us to follow, as March Madness and the NBA regular season wrap-up, and as we get ready for the Masters, the NBA Play-in and Playoffs and then the NFL Draft. But what we really get into today are the various seeding battles we have in both the NBA's Western and Eastern Conferences with just a few games remaining before the finale on Sunday, as we examine a few different scenarios for teams like our Warriors, the Knicks, the Celtics, the Bucks and a few others. Plus, Giannis’ injury, the Warriors’ all time league record 3 point shooting nite in LA, Gaber's Masters picks and more. So sit back, April on the sports calendar is always a time of great abundance, especially in the NBA, and we’re breaking down how it’s all unfolding, next on the Roundup Podcast so let’s get rolling . . .
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On today’s show, as the NBA regular season comes down to the last 10 or so games and the playoffs get closer, we have teams jockeying for seeding position in both conferences, as well as Play-In tourney spots to fill. In the Eastern Conference, Donte DiVincenzo has been on fire for the Knicks, as they try to hold off the Cavs for the 3 seed and get the chance to avoid the Celtics before the Conference Finals, while the Heat and Sixers try catch the Pacers to avoid the Play-In. Meanwhile in the West, the top of the conference is all bunched up and the 1 seed is up for grabs, as is the final Play-In spot as the Warriors try to hold off a red hot Jalen Green and the Rockets, winners of 10 straight. But first, we’re talking NFL rule changes, as we give our reviews of the new kickoff format, onside kicks and the hip-drop tackle ban. So sit back, spring is here, and with it MLB and March Madness, the NBA Playoffs are almost upon us, the NFL is omnipresent and we’re breaking down how it’s all unfolding, next on the Roundup Podcast so let’s get rolling . . .
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On today’s show, NFL free agency hit the sports world hard, and while the best players pretty much never hit the open market, there were still some potentially impactful moves. The Steelers are all about 2nd chance QBs, the Texans are building on last year’s success, the Panthers are trying to offer Bryce some more support, the Eagles and Ravens are retooling and the Bears are getting ready for the Caleb Williams era. Meanwhile, we have to wonder, where were the Cowboys during all of this? Plus, is Patrick Mahomes the best individual player in team sports right now? And in the NBA, the Celtics are on pace for maybe a top 20 all time regular season record, but can they seal the season with a title? And in the West, consistency and resilience have been key as the Thunder, the Wolves and Nuggets jockey for the top seed, while some less consistent but star studded teams vie for the 6-10. Plus, some Wemby DPOY discussion, Warriors updates and more in this supersized edition of the show. So sit back, NFL Free Agency has come and gone, the NBA season is down to about 15 games and we’re breaking down how it’s all unfolding, next on the Roundup Podcast so let’s get rolling . . .
9:49 - Is Patrick Mahomes the best player in any team sport right now? And how do you determine that?
27:10 - NFL Free Agency review,
1:11:24 - Celtics possibly headed for top 20 all time regular season record but some doubts as to whether they can seal it with a title. It's a tough path for Boston but is the path thru the West even tougher?
1:23:59 - Thunder, Nuggets, Wolves all bunched up at the top of the West; some trends on how they respond after a loss.
1:30:10 - Wemby DPOY consideration and speculating on the kind of numbers he’ll put up in his prime.
1:43:07 - Kuminga’s development, Klay’s improvement coming off bench, Moody as a starter
1:47:08 - Warriors updates, including Playoff situation.
1:51:50 - Warriors/Lakers game highlighted elite playmakers and passers in LeBron, Draymond, Steph and CP3; listing the top playmakers in the league right now.
1:51:50 - Perspectives on LeBron’s shooting, playmaking, stats, All-NBA likelihood and general late career performance.
2:07:32 - How to properly rate Steph Curry at this point of his career.
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On today’s show, the NFL season is a wrap but the League never sleeps. With the draft the next big NFL event, the Bears hold the best hand and we discuss what course of action is best for the team with the #1 pick. But first, after taking our own All-Star break, we belatedly discuss the criticism of the NBA’s highest profile exhibition game, look ahead to the stretch drive and delineate the true contenders from the pretenders, and of course, discuss our Warriors’ recent improvements. Get ready for a few months of NBA-centric pods as the Association takes center stage; it’s right in our wheelhouse and we’re here for it!So sit back, NBA All-Star Weekend is in the books, the Playoff stretch drive is here and we’re breaking down how it’s all unfolding, next on the Roundup Podcast so let’s get rolling . . .
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On today’s show, Super Bowl LVIII is in the books, along with another NFL season, and we all suddenly have a lot more free time on Sundays. The Big Game started slow but ended with a performance by Patrick Mahomes worthy of the Vegas stage they were on. Mahomes was every bit the smart gambler; he folded a few hands, stuck with his system and in the end, hit the jackpot late in overtime, but as many people seem to want to blame the Niners for the loss as give the Chiefs credit for the win. We’ll play the blame game with the Niners like fans are doing all over the Bay Area, but what I take away from this one is that they just ran up against history and legacy in Mahomes. Plus, our Warriors are back to .500 and hope remains alive at the Chase Center, but with 30 games left to play, is the upside enough to promise the deep postseason run we all want to see? Steph is on a heater, Draymond is on his best behavior, the rookie Pods is precocious, Kuminga has made the leap, GP2 is back and basketball is fun again, and it’s past time to deep dive into some Bay Area hoops as we head into the All-Star break. So sit back, the Chiefs are champs again, All-Star Weekend is here and we’re breaking down how it’s all unfolding, next on the Roundup Podcast so let’s get rolling . . .
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On today’s show, it’s time to make our Super Bowl picks, with just a few days before the Big Game, and let the equivocating begin! At first glance, it looks like the Niners have the superior roster; it’s practically an all-star team. But if you look closer, the Chiefs have the advantage at quite a few positions. And on top of that, after all we’ve seen these past 6 seasons, how do you bet against Patrick Mahomes? If you’re on the Niners, you believe that Brock can play a clean game, CMC will continue to dominate, and the stacked DL will play up to expectations. If you’re on the Chiefs, you’ve got the best QB in the game, Chris Jones disrupting up front and a killer secondary playing their best ball of the year. After we break down everything we’ve seen so far and expect to see Sunday, we’ll delve into a NBA trade deadline that lacks the big names but has a lot of contenders picking up what could be some valuable role players. So sit back, NBA trade deadline is here, All-Star Weekend is just around the corner, it’s almost Super Bowl Sunday and we’re breaking down how it’s all unfolding, next on the Roundup Podcast so let’s get rolling . . .
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On today’s show, the Super Bowl matchup is set and we’re recapping how the Niners and Chiefs got here. Now technically it’s a rematch of the big game from 2020, but in reality, these are much different versions of the teams we saw play just a handful of years ago. And we’re not gonna focus on tearing down the Ravens and Lions like other shows seem to be doing; the two best teams advanced, and we got the best possible matchup for the biggest game of the year. Then, with the NBA All-Star reserves being announced tonite on TNT, we’re giving our picks to round out the All-Star rosters, we’ll talk about Luka and Booker continuing the scoring explosion this year and arguing the merits of the NBA’s 65 game threshold for awards, as Joel Embiid and Tyrese Halliburton risk aggravating existing injuries to meet the new standard. So sit back, NBA All-Star Weekend & the trade deadline are just around the corner, the Super Bowl matchup is set and we’re breaking down how it’s all unfolding, next on the Roundup Podcast so let’s get rolling . . .
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On today’s show, the intention is to concentrate mainly on the NFL Playoffs this time of year, but the NBA keeps throwing big storylines at us that we just can’t skip past, like Embiid and KAT putting up monster scoring numbers on the same night, Terry Rozier getting shipped to the Heat and the 30-13 2 seed Bucks deciding to jettison their head coach midseason. But after we sort thru all that, we have to focus on the business at hand as we catch up on a fun Divisional Round in the NFL Playoffs and two high stakes matchups coming up this weekend in the Conference Championships. On Saturday, it looked like we might have a game for two quarters before the Ravens flexed on the upstart Texans with a big 2nd half, but the young Packers provided viewers with some drama as they hung in there with the Niners down the stretch, and in the end, the two #1 seeds advanced. On Sunday, the Lions continued their storybook run with a victory over the Bucs, and then in the nightcap, our game of the week provided all of the excitement we had hoped for. Josh Allen once again put the Bills on his broad shoulders but came up just a bit short against Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs. It came down to just a few key plays, but while Allen, and maybe head coach Sean McDermott, made a few key mistakes, Mahomes didn’t miss, and the Chiefs advance to yet another Conference Championship. And now, as we move ahead, it’s Chiefs/Ravens and Lions/Niners facing off for the chance to go to the Super Bowl. So sit back, the NBA is just past mid-season & the trade deadline is rapidly approaching, the NFL is down to the final four and we’re breaking down how it’s all unfolding, next on the Roundup Podcast so let’s get rolling . . .
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On today’s show, Super Wild Card Weekend is in the books and we got the upsets we were looking for. The Chiefs and Bills rolled along as expected, and we called CJ Stroud and the Texans upsetting the Browns, while the Cowboys’ collapse to the Packers seemed par for the course for Dallas, but the Rams came up just a bit short against the Lions and I regret not having the nerve to pick the Bucs over the reeling Eagles. So now the Divisional Round is set, with the overlooked Jared Goff, the resurgent Baker Mayfield, the rookie Stroud, the late bloomer Jordan Love and Mr Irrelevant Brock Purdy in the same field as MVP caliber guys like Allen, Lamar and Mahomes. Who saw that coming midseason when the Cowboys and Eagles looked like powerhouses, and what happens now with these NFC underachievers? Plus, there’s talk that Atlanta may offer the Bears yet another high 1st round pick in exchange for Justin Fields, and we have to get Gaber, a lifetime Bears’ fan’s take on that. And breaking news today in the NBA has Pascal Siakem headed to Indy to join the Pacers so we have to touch on that. So sit back, the NBA approaches mid-season & the trade deadline is 24 days away, the NFL Playoffs are heating up in some wintery conditions and we’re breaking down how it’s all unfolding, next on the Roundup Podcast so let’s get rolling . . .
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On today’s show, it’s NFL Playoff season and we’re loaded up with previews for what should be a great slate of high stakes football over Super Wild Card Weekend, and we see the opportunity for at least a few upsets. Now the field looks a little different than what we saw coming into the season, with the Super Bowl representatives from last season looking far less dominant this time around, with the Eagles even opening up on the road in Tampa, the Rams, Steelers, Packers and Texans surprising a lot of people by getting in, and the Lions boasting home field advantage, but the Cowboys and Bills playing host this weekend worked out just as scripted. Best chances for an upset? I give the Texans, Packers and the Rams at least a puncher’s chance and the way the Eagles have looked lately, maybe the Bucs can pull off the most surprising upset. Plus, Black Monday means the coaching carousel is up and running again, and there have been some shocking changes around the league. And while we’re talking a lot of football this week, we’ll still find time to look at the NBA with some appreciation for NBAtv’s fantastic Crunchtime whip around show. So sit back, the NBA approaches mid-season, the NFL Playoffs are here and we’re breaking down how it’s all unfolding, next on the Roundup Podcast so let’s get rolling . . .
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On today’s show, we’re zooming in on the NFL as we hit Week 18 and there’s still a whole lot to be decided. The 1 seeds are set in both conferences, but everything else will be sorted this weekend, with 2 games on Saturday and a busy slate on Sunday. The marquee matchup is for the AFC East, as the Dolphins and Bills play for the division, but the AFC South is still up for grabs between the Jags, Colts and Texans and there are 3 available Playoff spots for 5 teams with the Steelers, Colts and Texans all needing help to get in. In the NFC, the East is still up for grabs with the Cowboys in control over the Eagles and the Bucs needing a win to edge out the Falcons and Saints, and we have 2 spots for 6 teams with most of them needing help. It gets convoluted for sure, but that’s just more drama for Sunday. Meanwhile, in the NBA, we’re already more than a third of the way through the season, so we welcome the casual fans who don’t start paying attention until after Christmas into the fold, but that also means the trade deadline is about a month away, and the Knicks and Raptors got us started on what I predict to be a busy month in the talent exchange market, with OG Anunoby headed to NY. Then, we take a look around the MVP race so far, and give our takes on the three players who should be legitimately considered. I love SGA but Gaber shoots down his case, Tatum isn’t even close when Giannis is probably being overlooked, and AD is all but forgotten, so with Joel Embiid playing even better than he did when he won the award last year and Jokic still the best player in the world, who is our third candidate? The Christmas Day extravaganza is in the books, and as always, this is when things start to heat up. So sit back, the NBA season is hitting its stride, the NFL season is down to the final week and we’re breaking down how it’s all unfolding, next on the Roundup Podcast so let’s get rolling . . .
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On today’s show, we start off by trying to make some sense of a wacky Western Conference just past a quarter of the way into the season, talking some overachievers, underachievers and everything in between, while in the East, it’s all a lot more straightfoward, but today’s question is, are the Timberwolves, Thunder, Magic and Knicks legit top-6 Playoff teams and can they avoid the Play-in? Plus, our Warriors get over on the Celtics once again, and it’s Steph with a huge game winning 3 that we just have to celebrate, but we also have to credit the young Warriors, who are playing big roles with Draymond out. Meanwhile, the NFL season is down to 3 more weeks of regular season action and we could be in for a photo finish for Playoff berths, with up to 11 teams still mathematically alive in each conference, as well as some division races that could come down to Week 18. Then we continue our MVP discussion talking about how Purdy fits in when it seems obvious that Mahomes and Allen are two of the best players in football, and talk about how a QB like Purdy builds a legacy by looking back at the careers of Kurt Warner and Tom Brady. So sit back, the NBA season is just past the quarter way point, the NFL season hits the home stretch and we’re breaking down how it’s all unfolding, next on the Roundup Podcast so let’s get rolling . . .
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On today’s show, we’re just about down to just 4 more regular season games in the NFL season as no fewer than 22 teams jockey for Playoff positions, but we have to remember; a lot can change in a short time, as we’ve seen with the Niners, once losers of three straight and now the number 1 seed in the NFC and the Cowboys, leading the NFC East after a huge win vs Philly, themselves now losers of 2 straight. Meanwhile, the North divisions from each conference are well represented, QBs are banged up all around the league with 8 backups starting this week and Justin Herbert leaving Sunday with a broken finger and CJ Stroud with a head injury, and we had two marquee matchups this weekend, as the Bills were able to keep their postseason ambitions alive against the Chiefs, and the Eagles failing to bounce back in Dallas after their loss to the Niners. Then, it’s a wrap on the In-Season Tournament as the Lakers take the inaugural NBA Cup, and we marvel at the performances of two players at very different stages of their careers. Tyrese Halliburton is just getting started in this league as he carries the Pacers to a perfect 6-0 IST record entering the Final, while LeBron continues to put his team on his back in his 21st season, leading the Lakers to a perfect 7-0 IST record. Plus, we’ll try to sort through our Warriors’ continued struggles after another heartbreaker in OKC. So sit back, the NBA In-Season tourney is a wrap, the NFL season hits the home stretch and we’re breaking down how it’s all unfolding, next on the Roundup Podcast so let’s get rolling . . .
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On today’s show, as Week 13 of the NFL season gets underway, I’m only seeing 5 legit title contenders. Sorry Dolphins, sorry Jags and sorry long suffering Lions’ fans, I know your teams are really good, but realistically, you’re just not Super Bowl champion good, and even despite a one dimensional, Josh Allen-centric offense, I might have included the Bills, were it not for devastating season ending injuries to 3 key defensive players. Now I know we’re gonna have 14 Playoff teams, and it’s not that I’m saying it’s a waste of time; I’ll enjoy Wild Card Weekend and the Divisional Round as much as anyone, but in reality, it’s all just a formality, cuz in the end, it’s all gonna come down to the Ravens, the Chiefs, the Eagles, the Cowboys and the Niners. Meanwhile, in the NBA, there are a few up and comers in the standings, as the Magic, Timberwolves, Pacers and Thunder enjoy early season success, and the In-Season Tournament seems to be a hit, with the opening round drawing a lot of attention as Group Play came to an exciting close and we head to the Knockout Round. So sit back, the NBA season is exciting early on, the NFL season hits the home stretch and we’re breaking down how it’s all unfolding, next on the Roundup Podcast so let’s get rolling . . .
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On today’s show, it’s midseason in the NFL and uncertainty abounds. Missing this season is the truly dominant team, the absolute can’t miss Super Bowl contender whom every other team fears and, to me, the any given Sunday cliche pretty much defines the season. Sure the Eagles are great, but even at 8-1 the assessment on them is that they’re not as good as last year’s version and their most reliable offensive option has been a QB sneak. Three preseason Super Bowl favorites like the Niners, Bills and Cowboys have all shown vulnerabilities as the season rolls on, while the Dolphins early season dominance hasn’t proven to be sustainable, especially on the road or against other contenders, and even the defending champion Chiefs, with their revamped defense and the best QB in the world have exposed a weakness in their lack of playmaking threats on offense. At this moment, the most complete teams in the league appear to be the Ravens, behind a resurgent Lamar Jackson and a solid defense, and the Bengals, who are rolling now that Joe Burrow finally appears healthy again but who still currently sit in last place in their division. But we have to remember, there’s a lot of football left to be played, and week to week evaluations are never reliable in the long run. Meanwhile, the NBA In-Season Tournament is underway and I have a few concerns, but one thing I’m not concerned about at all is how our Warriors are playing right now. So sit back, the NBA season is off to a rollicking start, the NFL season hits the midway point and we’re breaking down how it’s all unfolding, next on the Roundup Podcast so let’s get rolling . . .
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On today’s show, the sports eclipse is upon us, as the NFL trade deadline hits after Week 8, the Rangers go up 3-1 in the World Series, and the NBA season is underway. The Niners have lost 3 straight now, Brocktober is over, and the upside is definitely there in their acquisition of edge rusher Chase Young, but should they have targeted Rasul Douglas instead, who the Bills acquired to bolster their injury depleted defense? Elsewhere, the Vikings attempt to replace Kirk Cousins with former Cardinal Joshua Dobbs, even after an unexpected loss at Denver, the Chiefs elect to stand pat, and guys like Derrick Henry and Davanta Adams stay put. And trades are fun, but how about three headliner matchups for us in Week 9, as the Dolphins meet the Chiefs in Frankfurt, the Cowboys visit the Eagles and the Bengals host the Bills? Meanwhile, the Rangers lose arguably their two best players in Max Scherzer and breakout star Adolis Garcia yet stand on the precipice of their first ever World Series title after continuing to dominate on the road in the postseason. And in the NBA, Steph still looks like an MVP at age 35, Dametime is taking over in Milwaukee, Wemby gets the Spurs a big win in Phoenix, Jokic may somehow be even better than last year and James Harden forces yet another trade, getting his way and getting shipped to the Clippers. So sit back, the NBA season is finally here, the NFL season approaches the midway point, the Rangers are 1 win away from a World Series title and we’re breaking down how it’s all unfolding, next on the Roundup Podcast so let’s get rolling . . .
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