Archive for 2011
Sneak peek at Dan’s NCAA Tournament bracket
We’re not releasing all the celebrity brackets until the game starts so no one cheats. But we found Dan’s on the printer. Here it is …
Read MoreCompete against DanNation in Tournament Pool
Want to see how you match up against the rest of DanNation in this year’s Bracket Pool. We’re competing in the SI.com Bracket Challenge in the group “DanNation.” The Danettes will be in the group as well, so expect some serious trash-talking.
Read MoreJerry Tarkanian comments on NCAA investigations, UNLV teams
Former UNLV coach Jerry Tarkanian joined the show to talk about the recent HBO documentary on the Runnin’ Rebels. Dan asked Tark why he’s not in the Hall of Fame. Tarkanian said that he wrote some critical articles about the NCAA years ago and they never forgave him. “Any time I talk about them, I…
Read MoreWall of Morale changing of the guard
Dan just put up this year’s cover with Irina Shayk up on the Wall of Morale. Sorry Carolyn Murphy, you’re headed for the back room.
Read MoreTom Thibodeau talks about Bulls’ place in East, Derrick Rose
Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau joined the show to talk about Chicago’s success this season. Dan asked who is the best team in the Eastern Conference. “I believe we’re there now,” Thibodeau said. Thibodeau had a lot of praise for guard Derrick Rose. He said that Rose is very much a team-first player and credited him…
Read MoreLandon Donovan talks about MLS season, Tournament brackets
Los Angeles Galaxy Landon Donovan joined the show to talk about the upcoming MLS season. “It was a good start last night,” Donovan said. The Galaxy went to Seattle and beat Drew Carey’s Sounders. Donovan also talked about filling out the DP Celebrity Challenge. He filled it out, but won’t give up any of his…
Read MoreDeron Williams talks about joining Nets, future plans
New Jersey Nets Deron Williams joined the show to talk about joining a new team. Dan asked Williams if he’s going to stay in New Jersey. “I don’t know,” Williams said. “I can’t tell anything until the CBA is decided. In reality, I have two more years on my contract.” Williams said he likes the…
Read MoreFirst Four kicks off … did you watch?
It’s a brave new world of NCAA Tournament basketball. UNC-Asheville and Arkansas-Little Rock, and USC and UAB kicked off the action. Did you find TruTV to watch? Or did you watch the NIT, NBA or MLS? Hit the Comments below with your viewing choice. Also on Wednesday’s show, Dan will analyze the latest news on…
Read MoreBill Walton shares his thoughts on NCAA Tournament
Hall of Famer Bill Walton joined the show to talk about the NCAA Tournament and much more. Here are some of his takes: — Walton said the best trash-talkers were Larry Bird and John Wooden. Two small-town guys who mastered the art. — Walton talked about Nolan Smith and gave him a lot of credit…
Read MoreGus Johnson explains why he’s so into games
CBS college hoops analyst Gus Johnson joined the show to talk about the upcoming games. Johnson admitted he’s a fan as much as a professional broadcaster. And he stands and jumps because he can’t see over the midcourt camera. Dan asked which stadiums were the best. He said Arkansas, Duke and Minnesota stood out. Dan…
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