NBC’s Lazarus explains why NHL players should lose beards

NBC Sports chairman Mark Lazarus joined the show to explain his remarks on beards that caused quite a stir yesterday. Lazarus explained why he thought that getting rid of the beards would help. “[It could] bring in more casual fans who would understand the likability these player have,” Lazarus said. But Lazarus said that he…

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Mike Tirico: Put up LeBron statue in July if Cavs win

ESPN’s Mike Tirico joined the show to share his thoughts on the Cavaliers’ Game 3 victory over the Warriors. Tirico weighed in on LeBron James’ performance so far. “If they win this title,” Tirico said, “I don’t wait ’til he retires to put the statue up.” He also talked about Matthew Dellavedova’s incredible night and…

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Forde: American Pharoah represents himself better than some athletes

Yahoo’s Pat Forde joined the show to weigh in on American Pharoah winning the Triple Crown and college basketball changing its rules to help pick up the pace of the game. Forde argues that American Pharoah deserves to win the Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year and every other award, noting he handles himself a…

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Reggie Miller explains why he was glad Cavs won Game 2

TNT’s Reggie Miller joined the show to talk about the NBA Finals. Miller said he was glad the Cavaliers won Game 2, because it gave the refs a pass for some bad calls down the stretch. Miller said the Cavs basically ran a box-and-one to stop Curry. Miller wonders if LeBron James will have enough…

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Bob Costas on Pharoah’s dominance, ESPN’s ‘exploitation play’

NBC’s Bob Costas joined the show to talk about American Pharoah winning the Triple Crown and more. Costas said that you can’t argue with American Pharoah’s dominance and that it was a great atmosphere at Belmont. Costas also weighed in on Caitlyn Jenner winning the Arthur Ashe Award from ESPN: “Bruce Jenner, who I did…

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John Calipari calls in to quash controversy

Kentucky coach John Calipari called back into the show to talk about the national furor over his interview yesterday. “People went nuts,” Calipari said. He said he had friends he’s had his whole life who called him and said, what is wrong with you. “I don’t do radio shows unless I’m comfortable,” Calipari said.

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