The Basketball Soapbox where I share my thoughts and viewpoints of the NBA. Various breakdowns of the league, teams, & players from a fans perspective. Join me as I dive into the world of basketball & all that comes with it, the good, the bad, and the ugly. From sneakers and videogames, to styles and substance. Look at the games past, present, & future of a game I've watched since I was a child I look forward to sharing as I rant and rave from my basketball soapbox.
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In this Episode we go over Paul Heyman not Acknowledging The New Tribal Chief and Paying The Price. As well as a look into The Wyatt Sick Lead Uncle Howdy Interview with Bo Dallas that hits us right in the feels.The Judgment Day Adding back the Tag Team Titles from the Awesome Truth with Help from Liv Morgan.Looking at Zelina Vega being the next Op…
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NBA Finals Game 1 w/ Emmanuel Vincent #nba #espn #celtics #mavericks #basketball #highlights #fyp
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In Episode 75 of The Basketball Soapbox, I'm joined by Emmanuel Vincent of The Mr Vincent Podcast as we recap Game 1 of The NBA Finals Between the Boston Celtics & Dallas Mavericks.We look at the big game From Kristaps Porzingis coming back from injury, And The Energy Shifter Jaylen Brown. As well as the Game 1 struggle from Kyrie Irving, and what …
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Ring Takes Episode 67: CM Punk Screws Scotland at Clash at The Castle, Wyatt 6 Debut & Raw Review
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In this one we review Clash at The Castle in Glasgow Scotland.How CM Punk pissed off an entire country by costing Drew McIntyre The World Heavyweight Championship and Helping Damien Priest retain.New Tag Champs Alba Fyre & Isla Dawn shock everyone defeating Bianca Bel Air, Jade Cargill & Shayna Bazyler and Zoey Stark. Sami Zayn overcomes Chad Gable…
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Ring Takes: EP 65 Bright Colored Suit Jackets Are A Red Flag #wwe #wrestling #highlights #fyp
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In This one we go over AJ Styles channeling his Inner Mark Henry to fool Cody Rhodes.Bayley New Challenger being Piper Niven, & Paul Heyman warning Kevin Owens about the Bloodline.Then we move over to the Raw where Liv Morgan has her eyes set in Dom Mysterio.Judgement Day getting back on track against Braun Strowman & Drew Mcintyre.Chad Gable reign…
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It's been a lil bit But I'm back! In Episode 74 I'm joined by Emmanuel Vincent of The Mr. Vincent Podcast as we look at the upcoming NBA Finals Between The Boston Celtics & Dallas Mavericks.We take a look at these two teams path to the finals. The Crown of the NBA Best Duo between Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown vs Luka Doncic, & Kyrie Irving.Going over…
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In Episode 52 we go over our Elimination Chamber Picks.Judgment Day vs New Catch Republic (Tag Titles)Rhea Ripley vs Nia Jax (Women's World Championship)Women's Elimination Chamber (Becky Lynch vs Bianca Belair vs Liv Morgan vs Tiffany Stratton Vs Naomi vs Raquel Rodriguez)Men's Elimination Chamber (Drew Mcintyre vs Bobby Lashley vs LA Knight vs Ke…
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Ring Takes Episode 51: Reatcion WrestleMania 40 Press Conference Press #wwe #therock #odyrhodes #rom
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Brian, Luis, & I are joined by John Escobar as we react to the WrestleMania 40 Kickoff Press Conference#wwe #therock #romanreigns #codyrhodes #sethrollins #smack #raw #smackdown #nxt #wrestlemania #wrestling #podcast #reaction #highlights
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In The opening to episode 50 of Ring Takes we go over the men's royal rumble. Cody Rhodes going back to back. CM Punk Re-debut at entry 27. The missed opportunities which led to an underwhelming Match.In This one we talk about Bayley running the table at #3 and winning the Women's Royal Rumble. The women's rumble was better than the men's More ener…
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Its Royal Rumble Time! Brian, Luis & I talk about Raw going to Netflix, The Rock Joining TKO, Seth Rollins Injur. But the Main Attraction is Making our Royal Rumble Picks. Special Guest: John Escobar#wwe #royalrumble #therock #romanreigns #codyrhodes #rhearipley #randyorton #ajstyles #laknight #biancabelair #raw #smackdown #wrestling #live #highlig…
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Knicks Win The Trade Deadline, & A Look Ahead to NBA All Star Weekend #nba #knicks #trade #allstar
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In Episode 12 of Season 3 I take a look at the trades at the NBA Deadline. Which trades I liked and which ones I didnt. Then I take A look ahead to NBA All Star Weekend#nba #espn #knicks #newyork #newyorkknicks #mavericks #trade #trades #thunder #detroit #pistons #sixers #curry #sabrinaionescu #wnba #three #dunk #nbaallstar #nbaallstarweekend #alls…
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In Season 3 Episode 11 of The Basketball Soapbox I go over the Boston Celtics 20 Home Game win streak being snapped by the Denver Nuggets in a 102-100 defeat.i go over the shameful Chicago Bulls fans booing Jerry Krause. The late GM who put together the Chicago Bulls Dynasties. I look at the critical moves he made as the Chicago Bulls GM. Also why …
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In episode 48 we finally debut our logo. Yes almost a year in we got our logo. Heading into the final weeks before the Royal Rumble we take a look at WWE storylines heading into the event.Finally a look at what has been going on in AEW with the Tony Khan rant, injury bugs, and bright spots from the company.…
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In this one I go over Kawhi Leonard signing a contract extension with the Los Angeles Clippers for 3 years 153 million. Guaranteeing at least one star to open up the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles. What flexibility that provides the clippers in potentially resigning Paul George & James Harden.Looking at Erik Spoelstra signing a contract extension with …
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In this one we talk about the recent Twitter Rant from AEW President Tony Khan.Moving on to Review WWE Smackdown New Year's Revolution. The positives from the weekly specials. WWE Raw Review.
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In the start to episode 9 I talk about the Lakers recent struggles since the In Season Tournament. Outside of Anthony Davis, Lebron James, & Austin Reaves the team is struggling. Especially shooting the ball being one of the worst three point shooting teams in the league. What can the Lakers do going forward to get out of their recent slump?I take …
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Episode 46 of Ring Takes we look at The Rock Return at WWE Day 1. Potentially challenging Roman Reigns.Looking at the Day 1 card overall. Seth Rollins retains the World Heavyweight Title. What's Next For Drew Mcintyre?We look at AEW Worlds End, Samoa Joe The New AEW Champion. MJF finds out Adam Cole is The Devil.A Preview of Smackdown New Year's Re…
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In this video I go over Ja Morant Return to the NBA & Memphis Grizzlies. A Welcome sight to see Ja Morant back on the basketball court after being suspended for the first 25 games of the season. His imediate impact for the Memphis Grizzlies has me thinking they can make a run to get into the NBA Play in Game.In this video I go over the Draymond Gre…
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AJ Styles Returns Takes out Roman Reigns and LA Knight.Charlotte Flair out at least 9 months with injury. Raw & Smackdown Review. #wwe #ajstyles #charlotteflair #raw #smackdown #nxt #recap #sports #review #highlights
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In this one we talk about Randy Orton sigining to Smackdown & CM Punk signing to Raw, Whats next for them. Also Drew Mcintyre Path of destruction with his new heel turn. Raw & Smackdown Reviews.And a Look at NXT Deadline.#wwe #randyorton #cmpunk #raw #smackdown #drewmcintyre #review #wrestling #sports #nxt #highlights…
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In Episode 43 we take a look at CM Punk Return to WWE! His big return at Survivor Series was the most watched moment in WWE. We look at the impact this has ,, potential feuds, & how long will it last. We also deep dive into our review of Survivor Series.#wwe #cmpunk #survivorseries #review #highlights…
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Celtics, Lakers, Chris Paul & Gregg Popovich & Kawhi #nba #celtics #lakers #chrispaul #spurs
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A Look at the Boston Celtics these past Two Games.A Look at Anthony Davis up & Down season so far for The Los Angeles Lakers.Chris Paul vs Scott Foster nuff said lolFinally Gregg Popovich trying to Lure Kawhi Leonard back to San Antonio?#nba #espn #explore #boston #bostonceltics #celtics #jaysontatum #jaylenbrown #porzingis #milwaukee #milwaukeebuc…
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AEW Full Gear Reacp & WWE Survivor Series Picks #wwe #aew #recap #review #predictions #highlights
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In Episode 42 of Ring Takes we review AEW Full Gear. From Sting Darby Allin & Adam Copeland vs The Patriarchy. Toni Storm winning the AEW Women's Championship, Orange Cassidy overcoming Jon Moxley to retain the International Championship. Swerve Strickland crazy win over Hangman Page in a Texas Death Match. To MJF Retaining The AEW World Title agai…
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A look at the Celtics, Heat, Mavs, Clippers & Draymond Green #nba #espn #celtics #heat #warriors
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In This Episode I look at the Boston Celtics strong start to the season. With Strong Play from Tatum, Brown & Porzingis. The backcourt play from Holiday & White. What potential the bench unit has with Hauser, Horford & Pritchard.How the Miami Heat just continue to find ways to beat everyone's expectations. Led by Jimmy Butler & Bam Adebayo. A resur…
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Eddie Guerrero, WWE Heel Turns, Randy Orton Returning? & AEW Full Gear #wwe #randyorton #aew (EP:41)
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In episode 41 We start off remembering the great Eddie Guerrero. One of our favorite wrestlers, we take a look at his career and legendary moments to startThen we take a look at the Heel turns of Santos Escobar, Asuka & Drew Mcintyre and the impact that has on WWE.Potential return of Random Orton?And a look into AEW Full Gear.#wwe #eddieguerrero #s…
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In episode 40 of Ring Takes WE go over Crown Jewel. We give our reaction tho those matches & potentially what next.We then take a look at this past WWE Raw. A lot of matches with a lot of stakes!We talk about the return of War Games at Survivor Series!And finally while trying to wrap the show Brian & Luis Reopen The Goat Debate........for an extra …
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James Harden Introduction, Victor Wembanyama, Reaction to NBA In Season Tournament,& More #nba #espn
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In this one I go over James Harden Departure from The Philadelphia 76ers to his Arrival with the Los Angeles Clippers.I look at Victor Wembanyama impressive play over the last few games. Into the NBA In Season Tournament.First starting with the Pacers win over the Cavs The Bucks defeating the Knicks. Having me believe the New York Knicks must trade…
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WWE Crown Jewel Picks, AEW News, NXT (Ring Takes EP 39) #wwe #aew #nxt #picks #reaction #predictions
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In this one we start of Discussing AEW. MJF vs Kenny Omega great match from AEW Collision 💥Then we discuss the unfortunate injury to Bryan Danielson and talking if AEW hard hitting style is wearing him down.Secondly we discuss NXT Halloween Havoc. From Becky Lynch dropping the NXT women's championship to Lyra Valkyria and if it was the right move. …
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Opening Week In The NBA #nba #celtics #lakers #pistons #pacers #spurs #mavericks #basketball #sports
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Starting off with the Boston Celtics! The home team! Looking at the balance of their starting 5, they dynamics of the offensive side of the ball with the additions of Holiday & Porzingis. What problems could occur?Secondly I look At the Los Angeles Lakers. Their Anthony Davis & LeBron James dilemma. Despite Anthony Davis All NBA status his inconsis…
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In this one we go over WWE Raw & Smackdown Premieres.Roman Reigns Returns and LA Knight Stands in his way.Seth Rollins & Drew Mcintyre Match set for Crown Jewel. How long can Seth Rollins reign last? Will we See a Drew Mcintyre heel turn?The Judgment Day are Tag Champs Again with help from Jimmy Uso? What's next for Cody, Jey & Sami?Gunther & Brons…
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In the Debut Episode of Season 3 of The Basketball Soapbox I go over some of the questions from the NBA GM Survey.Who will win Rookie of the Year? Who Will Win MVP? Who is the best at each position in the NBA? What will the East & West Standings look like. And finally who are the favorites to win the NBA Title.#NBA #Hawks #Sixers #Bucks #Celtics #N…
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WWE vs AEW, Tony Khan, & WWE Fastlane Reaction #wwe #nxt #aew #Tonykhan #fastlane #reaction
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In Episode 37 of Ring Takes we go over the Tuesday Night War between AEW & NmWWE NXT. What we liked from both shows, what we questioned from Tuesday Night Dynamite, and NXT. (0:00)We also take a look at Tony Khan Recent antics as we all think that's ultimately hurting his progress within the wrestling worlds eyes. (14:14) We also take a look at WWE…
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Episode 36: Edge AEW Debut, WrestleDream & No Mercy Recaps, Fastlane Predictions #wwe #aew #edge
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In this one we look at Edge AEW Debut! What that means for AEW & WWE, & what possible angles are in the works. Also we look at AEW WrestleDream & WWE NXT No Mercy events. Also can me or Brian catch Lewis in Ring Takes Predictions for Fastlane!#wwe #aew #edge #aewwrestledream #nxt #nxtnomercy #wwefastlane #debut #reaction #recap #predictions…
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Ring Takes Episode 35: Jade Cargill Signs With WWE, WWE Releases, AEW WrestleDream, NXT No Mercy
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In This Brian, Luis and I discuss Jade Cargill signing with WWE. What this means for WWE, what direction they go with her & how the fallout effects AEW going forward.The WWE Releases this week. Matt Riddle, Dolph Ziggler, Shelton Benjamin, Mustafa Ali, Emma & more were a bummer. But we discuss how this wasn't a surprise given the recent booking and…
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EP 32: CM Punk Fired, AEW ALL OUT Recap, WWE Payback Recap & follow up WWE Raw (September 6)
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In this one we discuss The recent firing of CM Punk from AEW. The All Out PPV. As well as the WWE Payback results and follow up Raw.
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EP 31: Bray Wyatt Tributes, AEW All In (CM Punk Controversy) WWE Payback Predictions & Picks
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In This one we have a final send off for Bray Wyatt. (0:00)Next we go into AEW All In and all the controversy regarding CM Punk overshadowing the Groundbreaking Event. (9:57)Finally can me or Brian catch to Luis as we make our Picks WWE Payback! (50:53)#wwe #aew #braywyatt #wwepayback #payback #aewallin #allin #cmpunk #jackperry #Miro #mjf #adamcol…
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The passing of Bray Wyatt has shocked the wrestling world. Brian, Luis & I remember the innovator Bray Wyatt was. The depth of his character from promos to in ring work. The frustration over his booking, and how he truly cared about the art of professional wrestling business. RIP Windham Rotunda (1987-2023)#braywyatt #wwe #rip #creator #innovation …
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Ring Takes: Episode 28: Jey Quits, Judgment Day Bloopers & State of Women's Wrestling #wwe #aew
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We start off Episode 28 discussing the recent controversy surrounding CM Punk & AEW president Tony Kahn. Mainly the beef between the Elite & CM Punk. How this potentially could stunt the growth of the company. In this one Brian,Luis & I discuss the latest chapter in The Bloodline story, where Jimmy Explains his actions for costing Jey the WWE Champ…
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In this one I give my thoughts on the Jaylen Brown Supermax Extension. Being introduced by Civil Rights Legend John Carlos at MIT with Jaylen Bridge Program. how he wants to help the city of Boston with the wage inequality, lack of opportunities for people of color. Which is awesome to see an athlete actually give a damn and offer to help on this l…
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(Ep. 56)James Harden Trade Request, & Joel Embiid Opening the Door #nba #sixers #harden #embiid
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In this one I go over the latest with the Philadelphia Sixers regarding James Harden trade request, & Joel Embiid potentially opening the door to leaving and putting the Sixers Organization on notice.#nba #nbaoffseason #espn #jamesharden #joelembiid #philadelphia #philadelphia76ers #sixers #philly #76ers #basketball #commentary #nba2k23 #discussion…
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Soapbox Summer: #1 Bomani Jones Bulldozed The New York Knicks #nba #bulls #knicks #jordan #espn
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In the first edition of Soapbox Summer I take a look at Bomani Jones Bulldozed Series, A series where he went over the Michael Jordan led Chicago Bulls oppenents during the 90s. Yep thats right old school basketball. I give my takes and viewpoints on the series. And in this first episode he goes of the 90s New York Knicks. Nothing got more touger a…
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EP 55 NBA Free Agency Day 2: Dame Trade Request, Lakers Retool, Ball & Sabonis Extension, & Signings
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In this one I go over day two of NBA Free Agency.• My Thoughts on the Damian Lillard Trade Request from Portland• Lakers Retool via Free Agency• LaMelo Ball & Domantas Sabonis Extensions • More Free Agency Moves including Dillion Brooks Finding a Home, Westbrook & Lopez Staying Put, & Villanova Wildcats reunite with the Knicks.#NBA #NBAFreeAgency #…
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In this one I go over the players who are staying put, & on the move of day 1 if free agency!#NBA #NBAFreeAgency #NBAOffSeason
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In this one I go Over the 3 team deal between the Celtics, Grizzlies & Wizards that send Kristaps Porzingis to the Boston Celtics & Marcus Smart to the Memphis Grizzlies.
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Me & my guest Emmanuel Vincent of the Mr. Vincent Podcast go over the Bradley Beal Trade to the Phoenix Suns, The Ja Morant 25 game suspension, Potentially Zion Williamson on the move from the New Orleans Pelicans & finally Dame It's time to leave the Portland Trailblazers. @mrvincent13#nba #espn #basketball #sports #nbaoffseason #nbatrade #nbaontn…
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I give my thoughts on the NBA Finals so far and what to expect Game 3. As well as Questions & Answers from my NBA Topics Question that I Placed on socials. #NBA #NBAFinals #DenverNuggets #MiamiHeat #NikolaJokic #Jimmybutler
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Episode 50 NBA Finals Game 1 Recap & NBA Coaches & NBA News #nba #nuggets #heat #coaching #jamorant
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In Episode 50 I go Over Game 1 on the NBA Finals between The Denver Nuggets & The Maimi Heat. The impressive play from the Denver Nuggets & the struggles of the Miami Heat.As well I go over the recent coaching hires for the Rockets, Bucks, Sixers, Pistons & Suns.And Lastly the latest update in The Ja Morant saga.#nba #nbafinals #espn #coaching #ime…
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In this one I go over the Miami Heat defeating the Boston Celtics, & Heat Culture. The Excellence of Jimmy Butler, The Surprising emergence of Caleb Martin. Then I go over the Boston Celtics Struggles over the course of the series. Then is it Time to Break up the Jays? (SHORT ANSWER NO!) Is it time to fire Joe Mazzulla? (Short Answer: Not Happening…
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In this one I'm joined by Emmanuel Vincent as we recap the Warriors win in game 2 over The Los Angeles Lakers 127 to 100. The pure point guard play from Steph Curry which we don't usually see from him. The last minute change of Looney not starting we also touch base on. As well as the Lakers view of things of the inconsistent play of Anthony Davis,…
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In this one I go over my picks for the second round of the playoffs & Playoff MVPs so Far#nba #playoffs #picks #nuggets #suns #heat #knicks #warriors #lakers #sixers #celtics
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Episode 45: Reaction to Denver 1-0 lead vs Phoenix #nba #recap #nuggets #suns #insidethenba #highlights #react
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In this one I go over the balance effort on display for The Denver Nuggets win 125 to 107 victory vs The Phoenix Suns.From the stellar play of Jamal Murray 34 points to the play of Nikola Jokic 24 pts & 19 rebs. As well as the effort and productivity from the others on Denver.From the Phoenix sides of this despite getting nearly 30 points form KD &…
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