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BREAKING: Chicago Bulls Hire Bryson Graham… NEW ERA OFFICIALLY BEGINS 🚨
🚨 NEW ERA ALERT IN CHICAGO 🚨 Bulls Nation… it finally happened. The Chicago Bulls have officially hired Bryson Graham as their new Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations — and this is the kind of move that screams fresh start, modern thinking, and a REAL commitment to building this thing the right way. Philly The IV is going LIVE to break it ALL down — what this hire means, why it matters, and how it could shape the future of this franchise we love. Let’s talk about who the hell Bryson Graham actually is 👇 This isn’t some random name. This is a self-made front office riser who grinded his way through the NBA: Spent 15 YEARS with the New Orleans Pelicans, starting as an INTERN and working his way up to General Manager Served as Pelicans GM as recently as the 2024–25 season before moving on Most recently was Senior VP of Basketball Operations with the Atlanta Hawks Known around the league as an elite talent evaluator and player development mind This dude didn’t skip steps. He BUILT his résumé from the ground up — and that matters. Why this hire hits different 👀 This move comes right in the middle of the Bulls’ full-blown organizational reset: Front office CLEARED OUT Head coach situation flipped upside down Team coming off a 31–51 season and missing the playoffs yet again So what does Chicago do? They bring in a guy whose entire philosophy is built around: 👉 Finding talent 👉 Developing players 👉 Building a sustainable culture That’s EXACTLY what this franchise has been missing. And you already KNOW what we’re doing on this stream 😤 No fluff. No guessing. Just real Chicago Bulls talk. If you’ve been waiting for a TRUE turning point… this might be the beginning of it. Tap in LIVE and let’s talk about the future of this franchise together. #ChicagoBulls #BullsNation #ChicagoBullsBreeze #BrysonGraham #NBANews 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4562012540895232
Legendary NBA Exec Dishes on Michael Jordan, David Stern, Knicks & More
Dave Checketts, veteran sports executive and investor, joins Portfolio Players for a conversation on ownership, expansion, and the evolving economics of global sports. Checketts breaks down: • Why scarcity is the single biggest driver of franchise value • The investment strategy behind his fund and why cash flow matters • Michael Jordan/Knicks stories, lessons from Utah & New York • The realities of launching new leagues and why venture capital often stays away • His perspective on MLS growth, global soccer, and media rights • The rise of NIL and why education still needs to be prioritized • Expansion opportunities across MLB, the NBA, and beyond This episode of Portfolio Players, presented by @etrade_frommorganstanley, explores how experienced operators think about ownership, capital allocation, and the long-term value of sports franchises. Chapters: 1:00 - Utah Presidency 2:50 - Las Vegas Expansion 3:30 - Seattle Expansion 4:30 - Vegas Expansion Continued 5:00 - Kareem Breaking Points Record + David Stern Story 7:00 - Influx of Gambling, Good or Bad? 8:45 - Prediction Markets, League Adoption 10:00 - Knicks/Brooklyn Story 11:00 - Attending Unrivaled, as a Veritable Business 13:10 - Investing in Sports Startups 14:25 - MLS Investment, MLS vs. PL, Apple TV Deal 17:00 - Knicks & Bulls Story, MJ non-sellout 19:30 - 1990s NBA 23:00 - Investment Strategy Looking Ahead, Golf + CFB 24:30 - PE Money in College, Collective Bargaining? 26:30 - Financial Literacy In Sports 28:15 - Golf Equipment Boom, Investment Opportunities 29:15 - MLB, Utah Expansion? NBA Story 33:30 - Ownership Competition across Leagues, NFL Rules 35:15 - Family Success Portfolio Players is Front Office Sports’s original series exploring the deals, capital, and decision-makers shaping the future of sports business. Subscribe for more conversations with the industry’s top builders and investors.
Playoff Beards | Round 2 Is Here: The Road to the Conference Finals | 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs
Round 1 is done. Round 2 is here. And the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs just got a whole lot more interesting. The Carolina Hurricanes steamrolled their way through Ottawa without dropping a game — and they haven't slowed down, opening Round 2 with a shutout of the Philadelphia Flyers. Colorado looked every bit like the Presidents' Trophy favorite, sweeping the Kings and then dropping nine goals on Minnesota in Game 1 of the second round. The Avalanche are built for this moment, and they're playing like it. Meanwhile, Anaheim's run through Edmonton was one of the bigger upsets of Round 1, and now the Ducks get a shot to prove it wasn't a fluke. In the East, the Atlantic bracket is a fascinating matchup — Buffalo's improbable run through Boston has the hockey world buzzing, and now they draw a Montreal team that just survived a seven-game war with Tampa Bay. Both of these teams have exceeded expectations, and one of them is going to keep that story going deep into May. We're breaking all of it down live. Join Playoff Beards for a full Round 2 preview — every matchup, every key player, and every reason to believe your team can still win the Stanley Cup. Drop your predictions in the chat. 🔔 Subscribe and hit the bell so you never miss an episode of Playoff Beards — your home for Stanley Cup Playoffs coverage all the way to the Final. https://youtube.com/@lgrn_gfbr?sub_confirmation=1 🗣 Join the banter on Discord: https://discord.gg/RFbkZek4Fm 💜 Support: https://patreon.com/lgr_network | https://ko-fi.com/lgr_network 🧪 Streamlabs: https://streamlabs.com/lgrn_official 🛒 Our merch: https://letsgetreadynetworkshop.com 👕 Start your own merch store: https://www.printful.com/design-side-hustle/a/LGRN 💻 https://lgrn.online 📺 https://goodfriendsbetterrivals.com | https://thepostcredits.com Follow us: Twitter/Instagram/Threads/Tiktok – @lgrn_gfbr Facebook – @lgrn.gfbr Bluesky – @gfbr.lgrn.online 🔖 Tags: #StanleyCupPlayoffs #NHLPlayoffs #PlayoffBeards #NHL #StanleyCup2026
Chicago Bulls Hire Bryson Graham! New President of Basketball Operations Revealed (Big Changes)
The Chicago Bulls have officially entered a new era. In a move that has sent shockwaves through the NBA and the Windy City, the ...
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Spring Cleaning: Chuck Fletcher & Dan Mackinnon FIRED by New Jersey Devils, More to Come?
Chuck Fletcher and Dan McKinnon have been fired from the New Jersey Devils organization as part of significant changes to the team's front office, a move that Zach Berman describes as long overdue at 00:12:49. Fletcher, who served as Senior Advisor to the President, Hockey Operations and General Manager, is criticized by Zach Berman for carrying over his poor front office track record from the Philadelphia Flyers, with both him and McKinnon being linked to the Devils’ lackluster player development and questionable contract decisions. McKinnon, who managed the Devils’ AHL affiliate, Utica Comets, is also noted for a decade of underwhelming prospect development, despite the organization's repeated high draft picks. Zach Berman connects these firings to a wider critique of the Devils’ front office over the last decade, highlighting missed opportunities and poor drafting decisions that have crippled the organization—most notably the inability to acquire or develop high-end talent like Quinn Hughes, whose likely contract extension in Minnesota further frustrates the Devils' situation (00:02:59). The show host underscores that errors by previous managers like Tom Fitzgerald and Ray Shero continue to haunt the franchise and laments persistent issues with a "boys club" mentality that recycles unsuccessful executives (00:16:34). Attention then turns to who could be next on the chopping block. Zach Berman identifies two top candidates: Dave Rogalski, the Devils’ goaltending coach since 2020, and Megan Duggan, director of player development since 2022. Rogalski, associated with deteriorating goaltending performance and stagnant goalie prospects, is considered by Zach Berman to be a near-certain firing in any impending purge (00:22:13). Duggan, while a hockey legend, is blamed for the lack of progress among skater prospects and an overall weak farm system, though Zach Berman suggests she could stay in the organization in a different role if removed from player development. Looking forward, Zach Berman expresses optimism about Sonny Maida’s leadership, hoping for a complete overhaul of the Devils' organizational culture and approach (00:28:27). With a chance to break away from outdated front office practices and failed scouting, there is hope that the franchise can restructure itself into a consistent Stanley Cup contender. As further staff changes loom and with the draft lottery approaching, Zach Berman anticipates a busy period of transition and potential improvement for the Devils (00:29:05). Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LODevils?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Subscribe to Locked On Devils! Follow me on the "X" app: @zachbrettberman Follow the show on the "X" app: @LockedOnDevils Listen to Locked On Devils: https://linktr.ee/LockedOnDevils For your next listen, check out the Locked On NHL podcast, where the season never ends providing national expertise with a local perspective. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. Listener Survey: We’ve put together a survey to learn more about our listeners and make your favorite podcasts even better. Go tohttps://lockedonpodcasts.com/survey/ to get started. Everyone who completes a survey will be entered for a chance to win one of ten $100 Amazon gift cards. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime: Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. Monarch Money: Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year. FanDuel: Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner. Visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. 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) Thumbnail credit: USA TODAY #NewJerseyDevils #Devils #NHL
Miami Heat Rumors On Kawhi Leonard Are PICKING UP via ESPN!
ESPN’s Bobby Marks predicted that Heat president Pat Riley makes a Kawhi Leonard trade this NBA offseason! Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/CHAT. Miami Heat rumors have swirled around a blockbuster trade to improve the Heat roster. Miami Heat trade targets include Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kawhi Leonard, Kevin Durant, and Ja Morant. Los Angeles Clippers rumors point towards a Kawhi trade soon, and Miami is one of the top Kawhi Leonard destinations. Heat Report host Nic Rohloff talks about the Kawhi Leonard Heat trade idea as well as other Miami Heat rumors and Heat trade news. Help the Heat Report get to 29,000 subscribers by hitting that SUB BUTTON! https://www.youtube.com/@heatreport?sub_confirmation=1 ESPN’s Bobby Marks on the Heat trading for Kawhi: “This Heat package is a scaled-down version of a potential trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo. But the difference is that instead of gutting their young core of Kel'el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Pelle Larsson, the veteran Wiggins is included. The Heat also benefit with the inclusion of Dunn. In this scenario, the Clippers ask for Miami's lottery pick in this year's draft and replace Dunn with Derrick Jones Jr.. The two future unprotected first-round picks have more value than the expiring contracts of Herro and Wiggins.” ESPN Kawhi Leonard trade idea to the Heat: Heat Receive: Kawhi Leonard (F), Kris Dunn (G) Clippers Receive: Tyler Herro (G), Andrew Wiggins (F), 2030 & 2032 1st Round Picks Can't get enough Miami Heat content? Well, follow host Nic Rohloff on social media for more around the Miami Heat: https://twitter.com/nic_rohloff Make this the largest Heat YouTube channel by sharing today's video! Miami Heat fans! Do you love sports in general? Then @chatsports has you COVERED! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/chatsportstv?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chatsports Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chatsports Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/chatsports Kawhi Leonard stats: 2025-26: 27.9 PPG, 6.4 RPG, 38.7 3P%, 50.5 FG% 2024-25: 21.5 PPG, 5.9 RPG, 41.1 3P%, 49.8 FG% 2023-24: 23.7 PPG, 6.1 RPG, 41.7 3P%, 52.5 FG% 2022-23: 23.8 PPG, 6.5 RPG, 41.6 3P%, 51.2 FG% Kawhi Leonard advanced stats: DDPM: +5.9 (3rd) DOPM: +5.4 (1st) DDPM: +.5 (166th) Riding with the Heat no matter what? Drop a like on today's video! 👍 Prove you KNOW ball by answering today's questions in the comments: - Do you want to trade for Kawhi Leonard? Type ‘Y’ for Yes or ‘N’ for No Miami Heat news at: https://www.chatsports.com/miami-heat/. Our Heat website features news and rumors from Bleacher Report, Fox Sports, The Athletic, Miami Herald, Barstool Sports, and the Volume! Have you turned on your notifications? Check to make sure and turn your notifications to 'ALL' to never miss a Miami Heat Report video! #MiamiHeat #HeatRumors #KawhiLeonard #CSPP2026 #ad #CSB