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Patrick Ewing on Dream Team, Jordan’s trash-talking, why he didn’t get Bobcats job
Hall of Famer Patrick Ewing joined the show to talk about the Dream Team documentary and more. Dan asked EwinGrowing up in Boston, I hated the Celtics. I wasn’t really a Larry Bird fan.” Ewing explained that he loved Dr. J and the Sixers. Ewing had funny comments on Michael Jordan’s trash-talking. He said that…
Read MoreKarl Malone looks back at Dream Team — says he’d pick Pippen to play with first
Hall of Famer Karl Malone joined the show to talk about the Dream Team and more. Malone took huge exception to Charles Barkley claiming himself as the second-best power forward of all time. Malone said he loves Charles, but he was a distant third. Malone confirmed the story that Clyde Drexler brought two shoes that…
Read MoreKevin Durant graces cover of Sports Illustrated
There’s also a regional with LeBron James. After Game 1, that seems like a logical choice.
Read MoreDavid Robinson shares behind-scenes stories from Dream Team
Hall of Famer David Robinson joined the show to talk about the Dream Team documentary and more. Robinson commented on how intense the basketball was at practice. “Everyone on that floor was not just competitive, but the ultimate professional as well,” Robinson said. Robinson said he didn’t have a feeling one way or the other…
Read MoreVanilla Ice talks about role in That’s My Boy
Rob Van Winkle, a.k.a Vanilla Ice, joined the show to talk about “That’s My Boy.” Rob said that the reaction to the movie has been great and the premiere was a ton of fun. Rob also said they let him drive the classic Mustang (rollin’ in the 5.0 — which was in the movie) at…
Read MoreCharles Barkley weighs in on 76ers’ GM job, LeBron’s lack of supporting cast, Dream Team
TNT’s Charles Barkley joined the show to talk about the Thunder’s Game 1 win over the Heat in the NBA Finals. Dan asked Charles if he’s interested in the 76ers’ general manager job. “I think everybody knows I want to be a GM,” Barkley said. “I would sit down and talk to them. It would depend…
Read MoreCaron Butler breaks down NBA Finals matchup
Los Angeles Clippers forward Caron Butler joined the show to talk about the NBA Finals. Butler shared his take on both teams. He’s very impressed with how Russell Westbrook has grown as a player and his ability to get everyone involved. Butler said the key to beating the Heat is slowing the pace so they…
Read MoreSI’s Thomsen argues Heat will beat Thunder in Finals
Sports Illustrated’s Ian Thomsen joined the show to talk about the Finals. He disagrees with guest host Chris Mannix that the Thunder will win the title. Thomsen likes the Heat. Thomsen thinks Miami’s Finals experience will be the difference. “Miami is much more capable of being flexible,” Thomsen said. Thomsen said that the Thunder have…
Read MoreJack McCallum looks back at Dream Team
Sports Illustrated writer Jack McCallum joined guest host Chris Mannix to talk about his new book on the Dream Team and the NBA Finals. McCallum talked about interviewing everyone on the Dream Team. He said it was hard to track down Michael, Larry and Magic, but he got them and they were good. McCallum said…
Read MorePhotos of Dan on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
Here are photos of Dan’s appearance with Jay Leno, including some shots with fellow guest Elizabeth Banks.
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