Episode 158: MLB Free Agency, CFP Bracket Picks, NFL Week 14 recap and Week 15 Picks, NBA Check In
Release Date: 12/13/2024
Episode 169: RIP John Brenkus, ECF and WCF Recap, NBA Finals Preview and College World Series
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In this episode, we discuss the legacy of John Brenkus and what Sport Science did for ESPN and their viewers. We recap the Eastern and Western Conference finals and preview the NBA Finals and why the Thunder will capture their first ever NBA Championship. We also discuss the next steps for the Knicks after firing their head coach and what's next for the Timberwolves.
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Episode 168: NBA Conference Finals Check In, SGA MVP, MLB Check In, TV Watchlist, HBO and Apple TV
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In this episode, we check in with the NBA Conference finals and where things stand. We discuss how SGA won MVP and how he is a class above Anthony Edwards when it comes to playoff success. We also discuss what we need from Anthony Edwards if he wants to become the face of the league. We check in with the Pacers and Knicks which has been a great series and we shift to check in with the MLB. We close out with Hacks and Friends and Neighbors talks as well as HBO and Apple TV business decisions.
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Episode 165: NBA Playoff Recap, Conference Finals Preview, NFL Schedule Release and Purdy Extended
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In this episode, we recap round 2 of the NBA playoff and discuss next steps for the losing teams and how the second apron can have an effect on the teams in the offseason. We then preview the conference finals in each conference. We close out discussing the Purdy extension and what this means for the 49ers and why they can win the division. We discuss the NFL schedule release and the marquee matchups.
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Episode 166: NBA Draft Lottery Conspiracies, Tatum Injury, Cavs on the Brink, OKC Denver Tied
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In this episode, we recap the NBA draft lottery and discuss the conspiracies surrounding the controversy. We then discuss the Tatum injury and what it means for the Celtics going forward. Are the Knicks the favorites or will the Pacers advance to the finals? We then discuss the Western Conference matchups and why the Warriors look finished and why I think Denver has a chance to beat OKC in 7 games.
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Episode 165: NBA 1st Round Recap, Winning in Indy, Warriors Test, Boston Bricks and Pop's Legacy
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In this week's episode, we recap the 1st round of the playoffs and discuss the direction of the teams that lost. We then discuss where things stand in the second round. Steph's injury and how the Warriors need to respond. The Nuggets steal game one in OKC. We also discuss the Pacers taking a 2-0 lead against Cleveland and Boston's shooting struggles as they're down 2-0. We close out with Gregg Popovich's legacy as he retires from coaching.
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Episode 164: Butler Returns, Lakers on the Brink, Milwaukee's Next Steps and Shedeur's Slide
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In this episode, I discuss my sports weekend and recap the Warriors and Rockets series. We then discuss the Lakers on the brink of losing in the first round. We also talk about Lillard's injury and what it means for the Bucks and their offseason. Finally, we recap the NFL draft and discuss Cam Ward and Shedeur's slide.
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Episode 163: NBA Playoff Picks and recap, MLB Check In
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In this episode, we discuss the NBA playoffs and make picks for the first round. We then discuss the MLB and the early season standings.
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Episode 162:NCAA Tournament Recap, NBA Playoff Push, Malone Fired, NFL Free Agency Recap, White Lotus Finale
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In this episode, we recap the men's and women's championship games and how NIL caused the tournaments to become watered down. We then discuss the sudden firing of Nuggets coach Michael Malone and what it means for Denver's playoff hopes. We then discuss the current standings in the west and which teams can make the finals. We also discuss the eastern conference and recap NFL free agency. We close out the episode with a White Lotus season finale recap.
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Episode 161: NBA Check In, New Look Warriors and Lakers, Beasts in the East, NFL News and much more
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In this episode, we discuss the new look Warriors and Lakers and their ceiling when it comes to the playoffs. We also discuss the downfall of the Mavericks after major injuries to their rosters. We then discuss potential playoff matchups in the East and West. We dissect the 76ers and their main issues while also highlighting the resurgence of the Detroit Pistons. We close out with NFL news and TV watchlist.
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Episode 160: Luka to the Lakers, NBA Trade Deadline Recap, NFL News, Super Bowl Pick
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In this episode, we recap the insane Luka trade and the other deadline deals. We then discuss the recent news in the NFL and make our Super Bowl Pick
info_outlineIn this episode, we recap the recent MLB free agency news and the historic contract for Juan Soto. We then discuss college football and the upcoming playoff. We then highlight the contract details for Bill Belichick at UNC. We then recap week 14 and make picks for week 15. We close out with NBA talk.