Posts Tagged ‘Feature 3’
Linda Cohn Reflects on ESPN Journey
Longtime ESPN anchor Linda Cohn joined the show to reflect on her legendary SportsCenter career as she prepares for her final broadcast. Cohn discussed deciding to leave on her own terms, shared memories from her first SportsCenter alongside Chris Myers, and looked back on the competitive early days at ESPN. She also talked about the…
Read MoreWhat’s Next for Jaylen Brown?
Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix joined the show and said Boston was firmly in the Giannis conversation, but never got reckless enough to match Miami’s aggressive offer. He also weighed in on the surprise LaMelo Ball trade to Minnesota, saying the Timberwolves had long felt like a natural fit for a team searching for another star…
Read MoreGreenberg: CBB Coaches Have No Life
Seth Greenberg joined the show and made it clear he believes Darryn Peterson was the best all-around player in the draft, even if AJ Dybantsa’s talent and maturity still make him a worthy top pick. Greenberg also came to Cam Boozer’s defense, calling him one of the most underappreciated prospects in the class and predicting…
Read MoreDP’s NBA Voting Now In Review
NBA commissioner Adam Silver joined the show today and touched on everything from the Giannis trade to league expansion, saying player movement can create fresh energy and excitement around the NBA. Silver also said Seattle and Las Vegas remain the leading candidates for expansion, with 2028 or 2029 still in play. He discussed the value…
Read MoreJay Bilas Breaks Down Loaded NBA Draft
With the NBA draft nearing close, Jay Bilas joined us to break down one of the more intriguing NBA Draft classes in recent memory, explaining why this year’s group is viewed as especially deep and talented. Bilas also weighed in on Darryn Peterson’s decision to skip workouts, discussing what that could mean for teams trying…
Read MoreCaitlin Clark Everywhere, Besides Nike Marketing
ESPN Senior writer Dan Wetzel dismissed suggestions that the University of Cincinnati knowingly overlooked Brendan Sorsby’s gambling issues, arguing that college athletic departments understand the risks tied to sports wagering and fear the consequences. He was far more critical of Nike’s handling of Caitlin Clark, questioning why one of the biggest stars in sports has…
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 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 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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