Posts by Mario Miranda
Youth Finally Catches Up with Spurs
Hall of Famer Reggie Miller gave a simple answer when asked why the Knicks won the championship. Jalen Brunson. While he praised the Spurs for their impressive postseason run, he believed youth and inexperience eventually caught up with San Antonio, especially in late game moments. Miller also explained that elite closers share one trait. They…
Read MoreAlbert: Knicks Finally got it Right
Basketball and broadcasting legend Marv Albert joined DP to reflect on the Knicks’ long-awaited championship and the journey to this year’s championship. Albert praised the construction of the roster by Leon Rose, highlighting Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Josh Hart for their unselfish style and chemistry. Albert said years of poor…
Read MoreThe Villanova Blueprint Behind Knicks Title
Basketball Hall of Famer Jay Wright joined DP to celebrate the Knicks’ championship and the starring roles played by his former Villanova stars. Wright reflected on coaching Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, and Mikal Bridges, explaining that their success was built on attitude constant improvement. He said Brunson always wanted to lead his own team and…
Read MoreJohnson: Some Moments Give You Goosebumps Forever
NBA on ESPN’s Ernie Johnson joined DP and reflected on the unforgettable atmosphere surrounding the Knicks’ dramatic comeback. Johnson described the scene inside Madison Square Garden as electric and compared it to some of the most emotional moments he has witnessed throughout his broadcasting career. He also shared stories from an eventful night that included…
Read MoreCalipari Defends De’Aaron Fox
Arkansas Basketball head coach John Calipari joined DP and pushed back on the criticism directed at De’Aaron Fox and Spurs coach Mitch Johnson following Game 4. Calipari reminded listeners that Fox was battling a high ankle sprain and suggested his late-game decision may have looked different if he were fully healthy. He also defended the…
Read MoreHerbstreit Breaks Down Brendan Sorsby Situation
ESPN/Amazon Prime Analyst Kirk Herbstreit joined the program today. Herbstreit broke down the atmosphere he experienced at the Garden for the Knicks miracle win, discussed the current situation revolving around Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby and of course, there were some dog appearances.
Read MoreWorld Cup Sleepers
Men in Blazers host Roger Bennett joined DP and compared the Knicks’ stunning Game 4 comeback to the legendary 2005 Champions League Final, when Liverpool erased a 3-0 deficit to win. Looking ahead to the World Cup, Bennett identified defending champion Argentina and talent-rich France as major storylines, while wondering how far the U.S. men’s…
Read MoreSpurs Forget Basketball 101
Scott Van Pelt joined DP to relive one of the wildest nights Madison Square Garden has ever seen. Van Pelt said the building felt lifeless at halftime despite a performance from Wu-Tang Clan, but once the Knicks chipped the deficit into single digits, the energy completely shifted. He credited New York’s refusal to quit and…
Read MoreSandler Recaps MSG Miracle
Actor and comedian Adam Sandler told DP that the Knicks’ dramatic Game 4 comeback was the highlight of his sports fandom. Despite the huge halftime deficit, Sandler never considered leaving, saying the atmosphere inside Madison Square Garden was too electric. Sandler praised the crowd, the halftime show, and the overall vibe of the night, calling…
Read MoreCarlesimo Preview Game 4
ESPN Radio analyst P. J. Carlesimo joined DP and said he wouldn’t have had an issue if the league assessed a flagrant foul to Victor Wembanyama, though the Finals’ physical tone has made many borderline plays acceptable. Carlesimo was surprised that a veteran Knicks team seemed overwhelmed by the atmosphere and pressure of Game 3.…
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