Ryan and Jason reflect on the Montreal Screwjob. They recall their initial perceptions of it as 2 high school students, what it meant to them, and what it meant for the wrestling business. They discuss Bret Hart's legacy and what we learned after Vince and Shawn Michaels double crossed the Hitman.
Ryan and Jason check in on offseason transactions. They discuss Mike D'Antoni's defiance, Ty Lue v. Frank Vogel, Billy Donovan's prospects in Chicago, what MLSE is doing with Masai Ujiri, and more
Ryan and Jason recap the 2020 NBA Finals. They dive into LeBron's pass to Danny Green, Rondo's affiliation with the Celtics and Lakers, the Jimmy Game and Jimmy Butler's WrestleMania 13 moment, and whether LeBron can win 2 more rings. Jason rips Magic and Dwight, and Ryan reminds us how the 2008 Celtics get the ultimate pass.
If NBA players were WWE wrestlers who would they be? Ryan and Jason discuss whether Dame Lillard is Stone Cold or Bret Hart, Randy Orton and Carmelo's legacies, Pic Flair's best NBA comparison, the arcs of LeBron and John Cena,, and the obvious similarities between David Stern and Vince McMahon.
Ryan and Jason recap the Nuggets/Lakers and Celtics/Heat series and look ahead to the Finals. Ryan re-casts E in Entourage. Then they discuss whether Brad Stevens is as good as we think he is, Erik Spoelstra's legacy, and give their predictions for the Lakers/Heat Finals
Ryan and Jason continue The Dynasty Series this week with a break down of the Golden State Warriors in the Strength in Number era. Jason leads off with his case that the Warriors are a dynasty with an asterisk and questions what shining playoff moments Steph has. They also discuss which was their best championship and how the 2015 title was a changing of the guard in the NBA.
Ryan and Jason catch-up on Rounds 1 and 2 of the NBA Playoffs. They dissect the Boston / Toronto series, the final play of OKC/ HOU and Chris Paul's legacy, Jason's disdain for all things Houston, the boredom of the Lakers, and the promise of Jamal Murray.
Ryan and Jason elaborate on what they like and dislike in the way basketball is covered by the media. Jason rips the entire media in Canada, Ryan shares his disdain for Stephen A. Smith, They also talk about which current players are next in line to join the media. They show love for J.A. Adande, Kirk Goldsberry, Chinay Ogwumike. But, this really could be titled "The Stephen A." pod. Enjoy!
Ryan and Jason debut a new mini series: Shooting Stars. Every NBA Champion is worthy and has carved their own place in history. But there are some champions who have captured our imagination with heroics and drama if even for just one season. We salute the Shooting Stars. First up - the 2016 Cavaliers. Ryan and Jason breakdown how influential Draymond's suspension was, LeBron's missed dunk, Steph the choker, and one San Jose Lyft Driver's theory about why the Warriors lost.
Ryan and Jason break down Stephon Marbury's documentary, A Kid from Coney Island. Ryan goes off on Fat Joe, Jason goes off on the Marbury family. Ryan tells us why Marbury is not on the same level as Allen Iverson and Jason relives his time in China.
Ryan and Jason check in on the re-start of the NBA and playoff thoughts. This episode was recorded on August 16, 2020.
Ryan and Jason breakdown the differences between players today from those in the 90s. Jason says Shaq would dominate Joel Embiid, Ryan debunks the notion today's players aren't tough, and Jason calls out Michael Jordan as the king of load management!
Ryan and Jason kick off the Dynasty Series by reviewing the 20-year run of the San Antonio during the Tim Duncan Era and their 5 championships. They reminisce about their favorite Spurs run in 2013-14 season, discuss how the Spurs are the McKinsey of the NBA, and Jason bashes team owners who hoist the trophy before all the players.
Ryan and Jason take stock of what's going on in the Disney bubble as the NBA gets ready to restart the season.
Ryan and Jason break down Drake's roll with the Toronto Raptors, the good, the bad, and the ugly. They discuss whether he should have gotten a championship ring, and where Drake and the Raptors go from here. Plus, Jason's controversial Pitbull take.
Ryan and Jason breakdown ESPN's "Backstory: The Decision" by Don Van Atta Jr. They reflect on Lebron's The Decision episode from 2010, the evolution of free agency. Jason takes down Don Van Atta, and Ryan gives an epic rant on Jim Gray.. They also lay out how they would have produced The Decision.
Ryan and Jason breakdown a few players who never quite achieved their full potential because of where they were drafted. It gets contentious when Allen Iverson is brought up. Enjoy!
Ryan and Jason dissect how much great locker room guys really mean to winning teams.
Ryan and Jason breakdown how the starting points greatly benefited the careers of Draymond Green, Dwyane Wade, David Robinson, and Kawhi Leonard.
Jason runs his idea to reform the NBA Draft by Ryan
Jason and Ryan discuss whether it is actually more difficult for NBA players to seek out a new team to succeed.
Ryan and discuss the case for Kyle Lowry to make the Hall of Fame. Also, Ryan educates Jason on Mats Sundin. Jason shows how little he knows about hockey.
Ryan and Jason profile a few players and highlight their off court achievements and discuss their lasting impact on society at large.
Ryan and Jason break down the history of the Toronto Raptors, the best players the Raptors ever had, and finish with their personal Top 10.
Ryan and Jason discuss the NBA playoffs in the COVID era and a few marketing ideas including: the playoff format, quarantine edition jerseys, and a 24/7 Reality TV show.
Ryan and Jason talk The Last Dance, the 1st 3-peat v. 2nd, Horace Grant v. Dennis Rodman, Bulls v. Lakers, MJ's Wizard years, Jerry Krause as Vince McMahon, the 90s Athelete, and Phil Jackson.
