Posts by Mario Miranda
Florio Breaks Down Supplemental Draft
Mike Florio joined the discussion surrounding Brendan Sorsby and explained why his supplemental draft value will vary dramatically from team to team. Florio noted that some organizations may remove Sorsby from consideration entirely because of the off-field concerns, while others will focus strictly on the player’s talent. He also raised questions about whether the NFL…
Read MoreBrunson’s Confidence Became New York’s Greatest Weapon
Tim Legler believes the NBA Finals came down to more than fatigue. While tired legs played a role, the bigger difference was certainty. The Knicks knew exactly where to turn in crunch time, while the Spurs were still discovering their identity. Legler praised Jalen Brunson for his footwork and intelligence. He felt Victor Wembanyama had…
Read MoreBridges on Being NBA Champion
Fresh off a championship, Mikal Bridges reflected on the Knicks’ title run, revealing how head coach Mike Brown kept the team focused during the legendary 29-point comeback. On Finals MVP Jalen Brunson, Bridges praised the captain for his elite footwork, shot-making and relentless work ethic he first witnessed at Villanova. He also shared how sitting…
Read MoreYouth 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…
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