Rōki Sasaki probably won't sign here, but we can hope dammit. We discuss the Japanese prospect and also talk some Max Fried, as he signed and met with the media today. 0:00 Intro 2:03 Who Is Rōki Sasaki? 5:14 Ace Upside! 10:12 Contract Breakdown 12:04 Suitors 14:37 PROMO BREAK 17:27 Fried Holds First Presser 24:31 Final Thoughts 26:00 Outro *SUPPORT THE POD* https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28 Audio🎧: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bd4/id1498281767?ign-mpt=uo%3D4 Blog📝LATES...
Dec 19, 2024•27 min•Ep. 763
Strong move by the Yankees. Obviously, no sane human can dislike this from a baseball perspective, but financially it gets tricky. Let's talk. 0:00 Intro 1:40 Bellinger Trade 11:25 Can Hal Add And Stay Under? 18:40 Fit Over Talent 22:23 Worry About Right Now! 24:56 Outro *SUPPORT THE POD* https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28 Audio🎧: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bd4/id1498281767?ign-mpt=uo%3D4 Blog📝LATEST ARTICLE: The $700 Million Question – Can Yankees Afford to Let Soto W...
Dec 18, 2024•26 min•Ep. 762
Hopefully the Knicks can start stringing together wins. Good to see them bounce back vs. the Magic last night. Trivia: How many games did the 1995 Eastern Conference Semis go between the Knicks and Magic? 4? 5? 6? 7? 0:00 Three Seed! 1:59 Intro 3:29 Game Recap & Thoughts 6:55 Decent Process 11:51 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Brunson 12:45 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Deuce 13:45 PROMO BREAK 15:06 Defense Improving 24:47 PROMO BREAK 26:22 Up Next 28:32 Trivia 29:09 Outro *SUPPORT THE PO...
Dec 16, 2024•30 min•Ep. 751
This was an awesome move out of nowhere! Let's talk Devin Williams. We also get into the Bellinger stuff later, and what is to come. 0:00 Intro 1:25 Devin Williams Trade 10:57 Pen Looks Legit 19:03 Establishing Identity 22:10 PROMO BREAK 23:33 Can Yanks & Cubs Find Middle Ground? 28:52 Must Get TWO Impact Bats! 38:27 AUDIO ISSUES 38:56 Outro *SUPPORT THE POD* https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28 Audio🎧: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bd4/id1498281767?ign-mpt=uo%3D4 Blog📝...
Dec 15, 2024•40 min•Ep. 760
Vile... Trivia: Do you think the Knicks are Eastern Conference contenders this season? 0:00 Was This Leon's First Big Mistake? 6:43 Intro 8:21 Game Recap & Thoughts 9:56 Poor Process 17:31 Issues At The POA Again 19:46 Will Thibs Make Permanent Adjustments? 23:42 PROMO BREAK 25:36 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Hart 27:41 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Cam 28:36 Up Next 30:35 PROMO BREAK 31:44 Trivia 34:35 Outro *SUPPORT THE POD* https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28 Audio🎧: ht...
Dec 12, 2024•36 min•Ep. 759
Max Fried is a New York Yankee! We talk about the deal, what it means, and the pros & cons. We also talk about what's next for the Yankees, Kyle Tucker rumors, payroll situation, and more. (also, this is Episode 758, so ignore the typo if watching video pod) 0:00 Intro 4:30 Eight Years For Max Fried 14:07 What Is Next? 25:09 Kyle Tucker 32:13 Payroll Situation 37:42 Final Thoughts 39:36 Outro *SUPPORT THE POD* https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28 Audio🎧: https://podcasts.apple.c...
Dec 11, 2024•41 min•Ep. 758
The Knicks have now won 10 of 13 after starting their season 5-6. Let's talk about last night's win in Toronto, behind some exceptional facilitating, timely shot-making, and late defense. Trivia: What were Carmelo Anthony’s final averages in PTS, REBS, & ASTS at the end of the 2012-13 season? 28-6-4? 27-5-3? 29-7-3? 26-8-2? 0:00 Intro 2:02 Game Recap & Thoughts 4:48 Lethargic Early 7:23 Team Defense Getting In Sync? 14:05 Exceptional Facilitating 21:36 PROMO BREAK 23:29 Bing Bong Game Ba...
Dec 10, 2024•33 min•Ep. 757
Don't be fooled, I'm smiling to get through the pain. This is my quick reaction to last night's news. Raw thoughts. No notes. Maybe I'll post a more thought-provoking episode later down the line. We'll see. The Yankees no longer employ Juan Soto. I am sad. Things will improve bc we're the Yankees, but when and how? 0:00 Intro 1:25 Soto Is A M*t 3:02 Why Did He Leave? 7:26 Is Soto Worth That Money? 8:20 What Is The Pivot? 13:23 Harper & Seager LOL 14:43 Final Thoughts 15:21 Outro *SUPPORT THE...
Dec 09, 2024•17 min•Ep. 756
Hell yes. A lot of good defense, Thibs, and Precious stuff last night which obviously goes hand in hand. Plus, the Knick offense did a nice job exploiting Charles Lee's defensive gameplan. All that and more. Trivia: Who are the two Knicks to hold the franchise-record with 33 rebounds in a single game? Harry Gallatin, Ray Felix, Tyson Chandler, Willis Reed? 0:00 Intro 1:26 It's Clickin'! 4:20 Game Recap & Thoughts 7:09 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): OG 11:25 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): D...
Dec 06, 2024•42 min•Ep. 755
Possibly, my favorite win of the year. That was fun. That was something that gets me excited. The Knicks pummeled Orlando at The Garden last night to improve to 4-0 in the NBA Cup, advancing to the quarterfinal game now. The Knick wings stood out defensively, as did Towns. We talk some offense too, as the Knicks were able to make an elite switching defense look silly. Trivia: Who are the three Knicks to win Sixth Man of the Year, and in what years? 0:00 Intro 1:28 Signature Win! 3:17 Game Recap ...
Dec 04, 2024•34 min•Ep. 754
Mikal Bridges goes off in the Knicks' 118-85 win over the Pelicans last night. We talk about that and more. Trivia: The Knicks went below .500 against the New Orleans Hornets, but what are they against the Pelicans all-time? Above, below, or even? 0:00 Intro 1:25 Temperature Check 3:56 Game Recap & Thoughts 7:53 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Mikal 16:41 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Deuce 19:02 Shoutout Jericho Sims! 20:26 Upcoming Rotation 24:55 Up Next 30:29 Trivia 31:41 Outro *SUPPORT...
Dec 02, 2024•33 min•Ep. 753
Oh my. Trivia: Karl-Anthony Towns & Taj Gibson are two of three active players who’ve played under Tom Thibodeau for multiple teams. Who is the other? 0:00 Intro 1:26 Game Recap & Thoughts 7:54 Mikal Noise Getting Louder... 19:57 Do The Knicks Lack Killer Instinct? 24:28 Too Slow Attacking Switches 27:14 Diversifying Halfcourt Offense 32:43 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Brunson 33:27 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Deuce 34:20 Up Next 37:08 Trivia 38:46 Outro *SUPPORT THE POD* https://...
Dec 01, 2024•41 min•Ep. 752
I overreact some. Again. Trivia: What is Jalen Brunson’s record in three games against the Mavericks since leaving? 0:00 Intro 1:24 Lost Season 4:10 Game Recap & Thoughts 7:39 Achilles' Heel Of The Offense 12:16 I'd Like To See More Switching... 20:20 Other Solutions For Defense? 26:44 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Brunson 28:41 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Jericho 30:10 Up Next 33:30 Trivia 33:58 Outro *SUPPORT THE POD* https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28 Audio🎧: https://...
Nov 28, 2024•35 min•Ep. 751
Offense, with a little bit of defense. That is their vision, actually. Trivia: In 23 regular season games with the Knicks last year, OG Anunoby had one 25-point game. How many does he have this year? 0:00 Intro 1:34 Game Recap & Thoughts 4:32 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): OG 11:27 Mikal Two Steps Back 13:31 Incredible Facilitation! 17:38 Defense Did Enough 20:03 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Cam 24:45 Up Next 27:00 Trivia 28:18 Outro *SUPPORT THE POD* https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-C...
Nov 26, 2024•30 min•Ep. 750
Gross, and more of the same as to why. Knicks lose to the Jazz. Trivia: Last season, Karl-Anthony Towns finished with five games where he scored 30 points or more. How many does he have this year? 0:00 Intro 1:35 It Might Not Be THIS Year 7:08 Game Recap & Thoughts 11:55 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): OG 12:59 Thibs & Adjustments 19:06 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Jericho 22:56 Up Next 26:49 Trivia 28:19 Outro *SUPPORT THE POD* https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28 Audio🎧...
Nov 24, 2024•30 min•Ep. 749
This is impressive offense. I give them that. Brunson & Towns together is incredibly difficult to stop, and we get into why. Knicks beat the Suns for their fourth straight win, and first on this west coast trip. Let's talk. Trivia: Jalen Brunson has produced at least 25 points, 10 assists, and 5 three-pointers in two straight games. How many other Knicks have done so in franchise history? 0:00 Intro 1:24 Confidence Is Growing 4:34 Game Recap & Thoughts 6:30 Jamal Crawford! 8:21 Offense I...
Nov 21, 2024•36 min•Ep. 748
Finally, some traction. Let's talk about Brunson's night, and why it's important. And let's discuss this team's best skillsets. Also, we get into some of the other less notable Knicks and shout them out as well. Knicks beat the Wizards. Let's talk! Trivia: When was the last time the Knicks and Wizards met in the playoffs? Hint: They were not the Washington Wizards then. 0:00 Intro 1:24 Traction At Last 2:27 Game Recap & Thoughts 5:44 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Brunson 7:57 Offensive Ups...
Nov 19, 2024•35 min•Ep. 747
Hahahahah the Nets hahahaha. That was nice. Let's talk about some of the se adjustments Thibs made in this game defensively. Also, we discuss Towns a lot in this show. Trivia: Karl-Anthony Towns set the Knick franchise record for three-pointers made by a center, with 31 in 12 games. Who had the record before? 0:00 Intro 1:26 Game Recap & Thoughts 4:30 A Different Look In Coverage 12:13 Bridges Shows Promise 14:52 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): KAT 16:18 The Knicks Punished Switches 18:47 Bi...
Nov 18, 2024•30 min•Ep. 746
*AUDIO ONLY* This was ugly. I don't feel it with this team. Let's talk. They won though, and Brunson was clutch. Hukporti showed promise too. Trivia: True or False? The Knicks have beat the Nets in the season series for two consecutive years. 0:00 Intro 1:25 Character Builder? No. 4:21 Game Recap & Thoughts 9:25 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Brunson 15:14 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Huk 22:18 Up Next 24:11 Trivia 24:45 Outro *SUPPORT THE POD* https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-...
Nov 17, 2024•27 min•Ep. 745
Am I overreacting here? Maybe. You tell me. In this episode we talk mostly Tom Thibodeau and his coverages. I'm the furthest from an X's and O's expert so I'd love for one to tell me what I am missing here. Knicks lose to the Bulls. Trivia: When was the last time the Bulls won the season series against the Knicks? 0:00 Intro 1:25 I Don't See It Working 4:43 Game Recap & Thoughts 7:59 Clean It Up! 11:00 Drop Vs. Switch 20:59 Sending Too Much Help 23:35 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): KAT 24:4...
Nov 14, 2024•30 min•Ep. 744
Much better. Let's talk. Trivia: True or False? In 23 games against the Philadelphia 76ers, OG Anunoby's 26 points last night was a career best. 0:00 Intro 1:29 F*ck Philly 2:50 Game Recap & Thoughts 10:11 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): OG 13:26 Such A Dynamic Offense 20:49 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Deuce 23:14 Developing Death Lineup? 25:28 Chemistry Between Bridges & Towns 28:41 Thibs Expands Rotation! 31:20 Up Next 34:17 Trivia 35:11 Outro *SUPPORT THE POD* https://account.venm...
Nov 13, 2024•36 min•Ep. 743
We have to discuss this defense. These coverages aren't working. The personnel concerns me and Thibs is taking some heat for not making adjustments in Game 9. We also talk about this bench, the rotation, and more. Knicks lose to the Pacers. Let's talk.. Trivia: How many head coaches have the Knicks had in franchise history? 24? 27? 31? Or 35? 0:00 Intro 1:21 I Am Scared... 3:51 Game Recap & Thoughts 5:04 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Brunson 6:36 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Deuce 8:30 ...
Nov 11, 2024•35 min•Ep. 742
That was an excellent display of offense! Karl-Anthony Towns went nuts on the Bucks. We talk about his efforts, the way the Knicks ran offense in the halfcourt overall, the defensive excellence from the wings, Tyler Kolek's role on the team, and more. Trivia: The last Knicks-Bucks matchup to go to overtime was December 1st, 2018. Who won that game? 0:00 Intro 1:26 Wow! The Bucks Suck! 3:17 Game Recap & Thoughts 4:30 This Was The Vision 12:18 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): KAT 15:32 Wing Sto...
Nov 10, 2024•30 min•Ep. 741
Brunson has to figure this out. Also, the Knick defense continues to display a complete lack of chemistry. A lot of untimely breakdowns in very simple situations. Towns looks good. Let's discuss. Trivia: How many active NBA head coaches once played for the Knicks? 0:00 Intro 2:04 I Am Concerned... 4:56 Game Recap & Thoughts 8:38 Brunson Continues To Struggle 14:27 Production Is Still There 16:29 Still Not In Sync 22:22 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): KAT 23:46 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves):...
Nov 08, 2024•31 min•Ep. 740
The Knick offense continues to struggle against more aggressive coverages. We talk about what that means, Sengun's big night, and more. Trivia: Who was the Knicks' starting point guard to begin the 2017-18 season? 0:00 Intro 1:57 Game Recap & Thoughts 3:54 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): OG 5:13 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Kolek 6:27 Switch Defenses A Real Issue? 13:30 Bench Is Thin! 16:15 Point Of Attack & Rim Protection 21:02 Up Next 25:01 Trivia 25:54 Outro *SUPPORT THE POD* https...
Nov 06, 2024•30 min•Ep. 739
We talk (and maybe rant a little) about the upcoming offseason. 0:00 Intro 2:25 Juan Soto Must Return... 16:01 What Should The Plan Be? 19:21 Bullpen Needs Addressing 23:56 Should Cashman Add Starting Pitching? 27:58 Infield Will Look Different! 31:45 Moving Stroman & LeMahieu? LOL! 33:57 Shut Up And Be The Yankees 35:26 Outro *SUPPORT THE POD* https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28 Audio🎧: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bd4/id1498281767?ign-mpt=uo%3D4 Blog📝LATEST ARTICLE:...
Nov 05, 2024•36 min•Ep. 738
Like a well-oiled machine, the Knick offense was firing on all cylinders last night. Let's talk more about that. Later, we talk Brunson, Deuce, and defense from the Knick wings. Trivia: Each Knick starter has scored in double-figures in four straight games. When was the last time that happened? 0:00 Intro 1:37 Goodbye Yankees And Hello Knicks 2:59 Game Recap & Thoughts 5:59 Spacing, Passing, Cutting! 17:43 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Brunson 19:55 Two-Man Game W/ Brunson & Towns 22:0...
Nov 02, 2024•33 min•Ep. 737
The Yankees lost the World Series and I'm here to tell you why. Duh.. Trivia: How many Yankees have won the American League Triple Crown? And who? 0:00 A Failed Season... 5:17 Intro 6:39 Game 5 Recap & Thoughts 11:35 Our Old Friend, Fundamentals! 23:52 Roster Construct 31:30 Re-Sign Soto (& Do More) 41:38 Trivia 42:18 Outro *SUPPORT THE POD* https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28 Audio🎧: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bd4/id1498281767?ign-mpt=uo%3D4 Blog📝LATEST ARTICLE...
Nov 01, 2024•44 min•Ep. 736
A nice win, but that's probably all. Awesome moment for Volpe! Let's talk for a few. Trivia: Which player was on a record-tying six losing World Series teams, five of which were the Yankees? 0:00 Intro 1:25 Not Dead Yet 4:01 Yanks Fans Triggered The World Again! 5:58 Game 4 Recap & Thoughts 8:10 Volpe's Big Night 11:57 Bullpen Lights Out 18:12 Judge Was Better (I Guess) 19:35 Gerrit Cole Tonight 24:10 Trivia 25:05 Outro *SUPPORT THE POD* https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28 Audio...
Oct 30, 2024•27 min•Ep. 735
Yeah... Trivia: Which player was on a record-tying six losing World Series teams, five of which were the Yankees? 0:00 Intro 1:29 It's Over... 3:08 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts 4:45 I Dislike Aaron Boone Sooo Much 12:06 Marginal Lineup Change 14:58 Poor Approach & Production 21:07 Don't Give Them A Pass! 27:12 Trivia 27:45 Outro *SUPPORT THE POD* https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28 Audio🎧: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bd4/id1498281767?ign-mpt=uo%3D4 Blog📝LATEST ARTICLE...
Oct 29, 2024•29 min•Ep. 734
