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Pat Riley's Most Intimidating Moments & 2026 NBA Playoff Predictions
๐บ ๐๐ฏ๐ผ๐๐ ๐ง๐ต๐ถ๐ ๐ฉ๐ถ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ผ In this blockbuster 50-minute episode of the Straight Game Podcast, the crewโMike Bibby, Eddie House, Ty Ellis, and Kyle Draperโtakes you deep into the heart of NBA culture. We start by dissecting the shocking upsets of the 2026 NBA Playoffs, including the Denver Nuggets' struggle and the Boston Celtics' controversial Game 7 performance. The conversation gets legendary as the guys share "spooky" stories about Pat Rileyโfrom his intense silence in elevators to the time he broke a fire alarm mid-speech just to make a point. We also dive into the NBA vs. Europe debate, the grit of playing overseas, and why current stars like Wembanyama and Luka Doncic are shifting the league's balance. Whether it's discussing the toughest players to ever lace them up or making bold predictions for the OKC Thunder and San Antonio Spurs, this episode is a masterclass in basketball history and modern analysis. ๐ Related Resources, Videos, and Links โ Subscribe for real NBA talk from the legends who lived it. ๐ Turn on notifications to never miss an episode of the Straight Game Podcast! Experience an incredible conversation filled with deep personal reflections and behind-the-scenes stories that have never been shared. -------------------------------------------------------------- ๐ Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction: The Four Horsemen Are Back! 01:50 - NBA Playoff First Round Surprises: Denver & Boston Collapses 05:15 - The "Three-Point" Debate: Are the Celtics Losing Their Identity? 08:45 - Joe Mazzullaโs Starting Lineup Choices: Overthinking or Strategy? 13:10 - Game 7 Pressure: Remembering Atlanta vs. Lakers & Minnesota 17:45 - Zaza Pachulia vs. Kevin Garnett: The Truth Behind the Beef 20:40 - The NBAโs Toughest: Rasheed Wallace, Bonzi Wells & Ron Artest 24:30 - The Pat Riley Experience: Why Everyone Was Spooked 26:45 - The Fire Alarm Story: Pat Rileyโs Intense Motivation Tactics 30:20 - Eddie House Catching Strays: The "No Hip-Hop" Practice Rule 33:20 - Coaching Longevity: Why Some GMs Have a Longer Leash 35:30 - Jamal Murray & Denver: Is it Time to Blow Up the Roster? 38:25 - The Power of Culture: Lessons from the Las Vegas Aces 41:35 - Phil Jackson's Mind Games: Mike Bibby on Being in Philโs Book 44:15 - Second Round Predictions: Knicks vs. Sixers & Cavs vs. Pistons 47:00 - Western Conference Juggernauts: Spurs vs. OKC Thunder 49:30 - Final Takes: Who Will Represent the West in the Finals? ๐ง Listen: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/straight-game-podcast/id1763546444 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5pYSWeG6LTrgltHBw4fFLd?si=0723e15775d6444d ๐ฒ Connect with Straight Game: ๐ธ Instagram: https://instagram.com/straightgame.podcast ๐ฆ X: https://x.com/straightgamepod ๐ต TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@straightgamepod1 -- ๐ Hashtags #NBA #PatRiley #NBAPlayoffs #StraightGamePodcast #MikeBibby #EddieHouse #LukaDoncic #Wembanyama #BasketballStories #NBAHistory #OKCThunder #BostonCeltics โ ๏ธ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of watching any of my publications. You acknowledge that you use the information I provide at your own risk. Do your own research.
Thunder win Game 1 vs. Lakers, Joel Embiid out Game 2, Tim Ream joins, King of the Hill
(0:00) Thunder beat Lakers, Pistons beat Cavaliers (26:21) Joel Embiid out vs. Knicks, Spurs must-win vs. T-Wolves? (39:34) Jaylen Brown frustrated with Celtics, Should Boston trade him? (47:57) Nickโs Tiers (01:05:59) Luka Doncic working towards recovery, (01:16:20) Tim Ream joins (01:24:10) Packed Stats, Too soon to talk about Thunder sweeping Lakers? (01:47:52) Did the Cowboys win the Micah Parsons trade? (01:56:53) Rachel Nichols joins to discuss Lakers vs. Thunder (02:06:36) Will the Knicks dominate the 76ers without Embiid? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices)
Maple Leafs get No. 1 pick in NHL Draft Lottery surprise | Instant Reaction
The Toronto Maple Leafs entered Tuesday nightโs NHL Draft Lottery with the No. 5 pick, and the possibility of losing their first round pick altogether, and ended up with the No. 1 pick and their choice of top-rated prospects Gavin McKenna, Ivar Stenberg, and Chase Reid. The guys discuss the Leafsโ options at first overall, what the San Jose Sharks could do after jumping up to No. 2, the Vancouver Canucks dropping to No. 3, and more. This episode was recorded live at 7:30pm ET on May 5, 2026. #nhl #hockey #nhldraft #mapleleafs #canucks #blackhawks #rangers For more Athletic Hockey Show content: - Join The Athletic Hockey Show Discord Server: https://discord.gg/UDmeAnvFB5 - Follow The Athletic Hockey Show wherever you listen to podcasts: https://podfollow.com/the-athletic-hockey-show-a-show-about-the-nhl Follow our hosts on Bluesky: Max Bultman: https://bsky.app/profile/mbultman.bsky.social Mark Lazerus: https://bsky.app/profile/marklazerus.bsky.social Jesse Granger: https://bsky.app/profile/jessegranger.bsky.social Sean Gentille: https://bsky.app/profile/seangentille.bsky.social Sean McIndoe: https://bsky.app/profile/downgoesbrown.bsky.social Hailey Salvian: https://bsky.app/profile/haileysalvian.bsky.social Scott Wheeler: https://bsky.app/profile/scottcwheeler.bsky.social Chris Peters: https://bsky.app/profile/chrismpeters.bsky.social Follow our hosts on X: Max Bultman: https://x.com/m_bultman Mark Lazerus: https://x.com/MarkLazerus Jesse Granger: https://x.com/JesseGranger_ Sean Gentille: https://x.com/seangentille Sean McIndoe: https://x.com/DownGoesBrown Frank Corrado: https://x.com/frankcorrado22 Hailey Salvian: https://x.com/hailey_salvian Corey Pronman: https://x.com/coreypronman Chris Peters: https://x.com/chrismpeters Scott Wheeler: https://x.com/scottcwheeler - Subscribe to The Athletic: https://theathletic.com/hockeyshow Photo credit: AP Photo/Vera Nieuwenhuis
Travis Bazzana Call-Up, Phillies Fire Rob Thompson, Tarik Skubal Surgery + MLB Week in Review!
The 2026 MLB season is full of major moves and tough news! Top Stories: Travis Bazzana, the #1 overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, has officially been called up by the Cleveland Guardians. The Philadelphia Phillies have fired manager Rob Thompson. Don Mattingly takes over as manager (he previously managed Carl and Justin Crawford). Thompson was offered a role within the organization. (Note: Alex Cora was reportedly offered the job on Sunday before Thompsonโs firing on Tuesday.) Tarik Skubal underwent elbow surgery to remove loose bodies and is expected to miss 2-3 months. Week in Review: Dodgers acquire Tyler Fitzgerald from the Blue Jays for INF/OF depth. White Sox call up Jarred Kelenic. Tigers hire Kyle Hendricks as special assistant to the GM. Mets agree to a 2-year/$11.5 million extension with catcher Luis Torrens for 2027-2028. Griffin Canning activated by the Padres for Sundayโs start. Giants call up top prospects Jesus Rodriguez and Bryce Eldridge. Reds call up Chase Petty. Yankees demote Anthony Volpe. Marlins promote Joe Mack and demote Agustin Ramirez. Sad news: Longtime Yankees radio voice John Sterling has passed away. Injury Updates: Kodai Senga โ Lumbar spine inflammation Luis Robert Jr. โ Lumbar spine disc herniation (7-10 day shutdown) Justin Steele โ Setback in return from Tommy John Jonathan India โ Season-ending shoulder surgery Garrett Crochet โ Left shoulder inflammation Ryan Pepiot โ Hip surgery (out for season) Ronald Acuna Jr. โ Hamstring injury (extent unknown) Jacob Misiorowski left a no-hitter with hamstring injury Joe Ryan exited start after just 9 pitches Plus updates on Nico Hoerner, Javy Baez, Casey Mize, Trevor Rogers, Ryan Helsley, Brandon Woodruff, and more. We wrap up with our Player of the Day (POTD) poll! In This Video: Travis Bazzana debut call-up Phillies fire Rob Thompson, Don Mattingly new manager Tarik Skubal elbow surgery timeline Full week in review + major roster moves Comprehensive injury report Subscribe for daily MLB news, prospect call-ups, injury updates, and 2026 season coverage! Hit the bell for notifications. Comment below: Is Don Mattingly the right choice for the Phillies? How much will Skubalโs absence hurt the Tigers? Drop your POTD vote!
Kids Love Ronaldo More Than Anything ๐ฅนโค๏ธโ๐ฉน #football #neymar #messi #funny #ronaldo #kids #choose
#ronaldo #cristianoronaldo #messi #neymar #ronaldinho #mavie #ishowspeed #football #shorts #viral #funny #kids #goat #footballedits #loyal The kids were given every choice in the world. They chose Ronaldo every single time. ๐๐๐ฅ A girl is sitting with a huge group of kids standing behind her ๐ง๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ฆ First choice โ Ronaldo's dad OR Ronaldo's mom? ๐ด๐ฉ Ronaldo stares at the ceiling thinking hard ๐๐ Jr jumps in โ "Select BOTH!" ๐ The girl agrees โ half the kids run to dad's side... half run to mom's side ๐ Ronaldo bursts out laughing โค๏ธ๐ Both his parents winning at the same time. Can't argue with that. ๐ Next โ Messi's mom OR Messi himself? ๐ฉ๐ Everyone expects the kids to go to Messi... But Messi steps forward with a huge smile โ "Don't select me. Select my mother." ๐ฅนโค๏ธ The kids immediately run to his mom ๐๐ Messi watches with the warmest smile โ "I love my mother." ๐ฅนโค๏ธ Even the GOAT knows who the real GOAT of the family is. ๐๐ Then โ Neymar vs Ronaldinho ๐ง๐ทโฝ Everyone is certain. Neymar is younger. Neymar is flashier. Neymar is more famous right now. The kids walk slowly... think carefully... And EVERYONE runs to Ronaldinho. ๐ฑ๐ Ronaldinho's smile gets so big it breaks the internet ๐๐ฅ He is SO happy. SO surprised. SO grateful. ๐ฅนโค๏ธ Nobody saw that coming. The kids did. ๐๐ Next โ Ronaldo vs Neymar AND Messi combined ๐ Messi leans back confidently โ "This time I win for sure." ๐ Neymar nods โ "Easy." ๐ค Mavie looks at the kids and whispers โ "Kids love Ronaldo." ๐๐ The kids don't even think twice โ They sprint straight to Ronaldo. ๐๐๐๐ฅ Messi goes completely quiet. ๐ถ The awkward silence says everything. ๐๐ And then โ the FINAL choice. The biggest one. ๐๐ Ronaldo... OR the entire WORLD? ๐ Messi sits up straight โ "NOW they will choose the world. Has to be." ๐ค Neymar nods โ "Nobody chooses one person over the whole world." ๐ IShowSpeed watches nervously ๐ฐ The kids huddle together. They whisper. They think. ๐คซ Then they look up โ And run straight to CRISTIANO RONALDO. ๐๐๐๐ฅ๐ฑ Neymar's mouth drops. Then his eyes fill up. He starts CRYING. ๐ญ๐ Messi slams his hand down โ he is FURIOUS. ๐ค๐ Speed stands up from his chair completely FROZEN in shock. ๐ฑ And Ronaldo? ๐ He throws his head back and LAUGHS. ๐๐๐ The whole world on one side. And the kids still chose HIM. ๐๐ Not because they had to. But because in their hearts โ there was never really a choice. โค๏ธ๐ฅ Mavie knew all along. ๐๐๐ ๐ Each edit is highly transformative, featuring my own storytelling, commentary, and effects to make the video funny, unique, and entertaining. โ๏ธ Created using Adobe After Effects 2024 and Topaz AI Video Enhancer for top-quality visuals and cinematic editing. โ๏ธ Fair Use Disclaimer This video is made for commentary, education, and entertainment purposes under Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act (1976). All footage, songs, and images belong to their rightful owners โ this video is a creative and transformative tribute to football and its most iconic moments. ๐ฉ Contact Me For collaborations, credits, or removal requests, please reach out at: greatwork78600@gmail.com Thanks for watching ๐
Postava's crease: Grand Rapids Griffins' series knotted after back-to-back goaltending duels
There was a lot of speculation about who would get the nod in net, Cossa or Postava? Ultimately, Postava got the nod and it has shown to be a great choice, having only allowed one goal in two games. The Griffins split the road back-to-back and return to Grand Rapids with the series against the Manitoba Moose knotted at 1. #LGRW Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, itโs time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more โ all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your teamโs community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! IndeedNow, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. KALSHIFor a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started โ Play Your Game. 5-Hour ENERGYThe Cotton Candy flavor is HERE on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGYยฎ๏ธ shot today! RugietGet 15% off your treatment โย https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhlย Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. QuoMake this the year where no opportunity โ and no customer โ slips away.Tryย Quoย for freeย plus get 20% off your first 6 monthsย when you go tohttp://Quo.com/lockedonnhl. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platformsโฆ ๐ง https://link.chtbl.com/LORedWings?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More ๐ง https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL #NHL #RedWings #Detroit #DetroitRedWings
INSPIRED CHOICE: Micah Nori is LOVED By the NBA and Would Be a GREAT Choice for New Orleans Pelicans
New Orleans Pelicans weigh surprising coaching options as Micah Nori's candidacy gains momentum. Is the most inspired choice a name few fans expect? Jake Madison breaks down why Minnesota Timberwolvesโ lead assistant Mikah Nori stands outโciting his defensive expertise, strong locker room presence, player development acumen, and experience building around unique stars like Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns. Key topics include Darvin Hamโs recent interview, questions about โretreadโ coaches, and whether organizational ties to Troy Weaver and Joe Dumars should worry fans. Jake Madison explores the need for energetic leadership without baggage, the value of casting a wide net in the coaching search, and how the Pelicansโ next move could define their season. Will New Orleans zig when everyone expects them to zag? The coaching decision now looms as a turning point for Zion Williamson, Dereck Lively II, and a franchise on the brink. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms ๐ง https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-pelicans/ Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More ๐ง https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nba #NewOrleansPelicans #ZionWilliamson #NBA #pelicans Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, itโs time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more โ all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your teamโs community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Get candy-flavored chaos with Fruity Rainbow 5-hour ENERGYยฎ๏ธ Shots - available online at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. DoorDash From tipoff to overtime, stay in your bag and order on DoorDash. Get snacks, drinks, gear โ whatever gets you through the season โ delivered right to your door. DoorDash. In your bag all season long. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started โ Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)
