It's been a long journey, but we're finally here. That's right, folks. The NBA Finals are officially upon us. Rotem and Frank are on the mic for a much-anticipated preview of the pending matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat. First, the guys revisit each team's respective journey up to this point and discuss the ECF/WCF results. Then, they share their thoughts on this finals matchup, dishing on all the biggest storylines, X's and O's, personnel comparisons, and more. Additionally...
Sep 29, 2020•41 min•Season 1Ep. 32
It's that time of the week, folks . . . Rotem and Frank are back on the mic to dish on the Week 3 slate of games across the NFL. After a slew of injuries to key players throughout the league in Week 2, how will a handful of short-handed teams respond? Which 0-2 teams can get into the win column for the first time? Which 2-0 teams can remain undefeated? These are the questions you want answered and luckily, we have answers for you. As always, the guys discuss their straight up picks for each game...
Sep 24, 2020•57 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Two episodes in one week? You're welcome . . . Rotem and Frank are back in the "stu" to dish on all things Week 2 in the NFL. But first, the guys have to recap some of the biggest action from Week 1, including some notable games that they correctly and incorrectly predicted. Week 1 was great, but Week 2 might just be even better. The guys once again run through all 16 games on this week's slate and predict the winners of each matchup, as well as discuss which side of the point spread they're lea...
Sep 17, 2020•59 min•Season 1Ep. 30
After a brief pause from basketball talk, Rotem and Frank are back on bubble watch in this episode of PIAIL . . . The guys preview and share their thoughts on what should be an incredibly entertaining pair of conference finals series. Unfortunately, at the time of recording this episode, Game 7 of the Clippers/Nuggets series had not happened yet, so the Lakers' eventual opponent in the WCF had not yet been decided. Have no fear, though, because the fellas previewed both potential scenarios. Befo...
Sep 15, 2020•56 min•Season 1Ep. 29
An episode long in the making is finally here! That's right, folks, football is officially back -- and we couldn't be more excited. Rotem and Frank are here to bring you all the Week 1 content you're craving. The guys sift through ALL 16 games on the docket for the NFL's opening weekend, beginning with the Chiefs/Texans matchup on Thursday and concluding with Titans/Broncos on MNF. The guys make their straight picks for each game and choose which point spread they like better, as well as discuss...
Sep 10, 2020•53 min•Season 1Ep. 28
"Deep in our bag like the fries are at the bottom" ... Rotem and Frank are back for another discussion of all things NBA. With the first round officially concluded, the guys break down some key observations and storylines from the past two weeks including Jamal Murray and Donovan Mitchell's breakout performances, a wildly entertaining series between the Rockets and Thunder, and more. Additionally, after previewing the Eastern Conference Semifinals on last week's episode, Rotem and Frank now prev...
Sep 03, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 27
A Saturday surprise? You betcha! Rotem and Frank are back after a brief hiatus and have a jam-packed episode on deck. First, the guys begin by paying their respects to the great Chadwick Boseman, who passed away on Friday night after a four-year battle with cancer. Rotem and Frank touch on Boseman's impact on the sports world, including his portrayal of Jackie Robinson in the movie "42." The biggest sports news of the week was the Lionel Messi reportedly eyeing an exit from Barcelona. Where coul...
Aug 29, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Greeting, sports fans ... On this week's episode, Rotem and Frank dish on some more NBA talk. It's the moment you've all been waiting for: playoffs! Playoffs? Yes, playoffs. The bubble seeding games are now concluded, which means the postseason bracket is set. The guys break down every matchup in Round 1 and offer their hard-hitting analysis. What are the odds for each team to win the series? What can we expect in terms of over/under on point totals? Who are some key players to keep an eye on? A...
Aug 17, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 25
It's about that time . . . On this week's episode of Play It As It Lies, Rotem and Frank have a special treat for you. The guys cast their unofficial (but yet so official) NBA award ballots, for which the finalists were announced just this past week. The fellas make the case for and against each of the three finalists for ROTY, MIP, SMOTY, DPOY, COTY, and yes of course, MVP. Additionally, Rotem and Frank break down the betting odds for each candidate and gague which odds carry the best value. To...
Aug 11, 2020•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Happy August, everyone ... In this week's episode, Rotem and Frank swing back into the old routine a bit for the first time in months. NBA games are back and the betting fever is real, but have no fear - the guys are here to break down some of the biggest matchups this week: Mavericks vs. Clippers, Celtics vs. Raptors, and last but not least, Spurs vs. Pelicans. Before that, though, the fellas discuss the future of the MLB season, which is suddenly hanging by a thread just a couple weeks after i...
Aug 04, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Hello friends! Rotem and Frank are back with the second of their two-part preview of the NBA's season restart down in Orlando. After dicing up the Eastern Conference last week, the guys talk all things West in this episode. From the Lakers to the Suns and everything in-between, the fellas provide an outlook for every remaining Western Conference team. Additionally, Rotem and Frank discuss the odds for each team to win the conference and dish on who has the best chance of snagging the coveted 8th...
Jul 28, 2020•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 22
Another day, another dollar . . . Rotem and Frank are back with another episode on this lovely Tuesday, and it's another exciting one. With the NBA set to resume exhibition play this week and finish out the remainder of the season in the coming weeks, the guys begin a two-episode preview by examining the remaining teams from the Eastern Conference. Will the Raptors, Celtics or Raptors grab the No. 2 seed, and can any of them challenge the Bucks? How will the bottom half of the conference shape u...
Jul 21, 2020•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 21
Good afternoon, ladies and gents . . . On this week's episode, Rotem and Frank have a special treat for you. First, though, as always, some topical news is covered - starting with the Washington NFL team officially announcing the end of the "Redskins" brand and some drama in the NBA bubble in Disney World. Is Montrezl Harrell getting a little too bored? We discuss. Then, the fellas brainstorm some of their favorite ideas for new Olympic sports. In the absence of the Summer 2020 festivities that ...
Jul 14, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Howdy folks! Rotem and Frank are here with some fresh new content, covering a wide-range of topics on this week's episode. First, the guys tackle some topical news, starting with Joey Chestnut once again dominating the July 4 hot dog eating contest. Then, the Washington Redskins are set to change their team name - what should the new one be? Redtails? Warriors? Generals? The odds-on favorite names are discussed. Also on the docket is a development in the world of politics, which is that Kanye We...
Jul 07, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 19
What's up gang? Rotem and Frank are back on another marvelous Tuesday with some brand new content. The guys start off the episode by touching on some breaking news, starting with the MLB doing a 180 and announcing its return just a week after it seemed all hope was lost. Then, the surprising signing of Cam Newton by the Patriots is discussed. What does it mean for New England's odds? From there, Rotem and Frank delve into a deep discussion of the "Madden Curse". The fellas examine past Madden co...
Jun 30, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Another day, another dollar! Rotem and Frank are back on another lovely Tuesday with some more sports content. This time, the guys begin by delving into some current events highlighted by the MLB and Dak Prescott. Then, the conversation shifts into some more NBA talk. The fellas break down the NBA's four worst teams, which obviously won't be present in Orlando, and put on their "GM hats". Rotem and Frank offer some analysis on how each team should approach their offseason, including draft needs,...
Jun 23, 2020•55 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Happy Wednesday, folks! Rotem and Frank are back with a bit of a non-sequitur episode, but a thrilling one nonetheless. The guys touch on a recent development in the NBA, which is that Kyrie Irving and a handful of other players are pushing for the season to be canceled. Irving believes that playing basketball would be a distraction from the ongoing movements in the U.S. right now - is he right? From there, the fellas break down some of the most obscure Kyrie Irving quotes throughout his career ...
Jun 16, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 15
After a brief one-week hiatus, Rotem and Frank return on a lovely "Taco Tuesday" with some spicy new content. On this episode, the guys share some brief thoughts on the state of the United States right now and break down how the sports world has been impacted by recent events. Specifically, they discuss recent comments made by Drew Brees surrounding the national anthem and protests that caused quite a stir in the sports community. Will it have any impact on the Saints or NFL this season? From th...
Jun 09, 2020•58 min•Season 1Ep. 14
On this week's episode of Play It As It Lies, Rotem and Frank keep the magic of "The Last Dance" going in a unique and fun way. First, the guys break down some breaking news surrounding the imminent return of the NBA season and briefly touch on Sunday's "The Match" golf spectacle featuring Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Tom Brady and Peyton Manning. Then, Rotem and Frank construct a modern-day Michael Jordan. The guys list which players in today's NBA best embody some of MJ's best qualities includ...
May 26, 2020•1 hr
Fresh on the heels of the NFL officially releasing the 2020 schedule for all 32 teams last week, Rotem and Frank dive into all things AFC. The guys break down each division in the AFC and give their take on how the standings will play out. Which teams will hit the over/under on their win projections? Will there be any surprise division winners? Who will ultimately make the playoffs? Additionally, Rotem and Frank highlight some of the most anticipated AFC matchups throughout the season to watch f...
May 12, 2020•50 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Episode 12 is here! Rotem and Frank are back again with another episode, once again bringing you the very best content. This time, the guys begin by touching on some recent developments related to the return of sports. The MLB recently announced their plan to begin a 100-game season in June with no fans in attendance - could the NBA, NFL or other leagues adopt a similar model? Then, the fellas break down some of the most intriguing over/under numbers for NFL rookies this season. What stats will ...
May 05, 2020•54 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Another week, another episode of Play It As It Lies! Rotem and Frank are here to breakdown an eventful weekend of NFL draft action. The guys recap some of the spectacle's biggest highlights and break down which teams emerged as winners and losers. Who made the best picks? Who made the worst picks? Which players were steals and which players were reaches? Then, the fellas touch on some early odds for the offensive and defensive rookie of the year awards. Joe Burrow and Chase Young are the prohibi...
Apr 28, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Ladies and gentleman, it's draft day! After months, weeks and days of waiting, the big moment is finally here. Ahead of tonight's first-round action, Rotem and Frank are here with their second and final mock draft special. The guys put on their general manager hats for all 32 teams, alternating selections for a thrilling simulation of the first round. Unlike last time, there ARE trades in this mock - and not just one, either. Buckle up for this wild, jam-packed episode and stay tuned for more dr...
Apr 23, 2020•45 min•Season 9Ep. 1
Happy Taco Tuesday, folks! Enjoy this marvelous day with Rotem and Frank, who are back (on time and on schedule) with a brand new episode. This time, the guys indulge themselves in some NFL Draft festivities. Ahead of the first round on Thursday night, Rotem and Frank delve into every odd and prop bet imaginable. Which over/unders should you take on where certain players will be drafted? Will there be any surprising reaches or slides? Which schools will have the most prospects selected? All that...
Apr 21, 2020•52 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Hello and welcome back! Rotem and Frank are back on the sticks after nearly a month-long absence, loaded with fresh content and hard-hitting analysis. Beginning with some topical news, the guys share their thoughts on the XFL disbanding (RIP) and the NFL announcing the draft will be virtual this year. Then, they kick things over to e-sports and dish on the prospects of betting of tournaments in Madden, NBA 2K and other video game simulations. Sticking with the football theme, Rotem and Frank dis...
Apr 13, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 7
The boys are back in town! Rotem and Frank return to the studio after a brief hiatus to discuss the sports world, which was recently turned upside down. The guys break down the novel "Coronavirus" and its impact on the NBA, MLB, NFL and other professional leagues. Is it fair to slander Rudy Gobert? When will things return to normal? Where do we go from here? All that and more on a free-flowing, non-traditional episode of Play It As It Lies! Be sure to follow Rotem (@rotemkaufman) and Frank (@Fra...
Mar 18, 2020•39 min•Season 1Ep. 6
It's Monday, which means a new episode of Play It As It Lies! This week, Rotem and Frank ditched their usual format and put together their very first NFL mock draft. The guys go through every draft selection in the first round, alternating picks between the two of them and dishing out hard-hitting analysis. This episode was recorded a few days prior to many of the combine results that unfolded during the week but that wasn't enough to stop the mock draft fever. Next week it will be back to busin...
Mar 02, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Episode 4, here for your listening pleasure! Rotem and Frank kick things off by dishing out some predictions for this week's NFL scouting combine. Should you take the over or under on the betting totals for bench press, vertical jump and 40-yard dash? Which players will run faster or slower than their projected time in the 40? Then, special guest and friend of the show Logan Lamb joins the show to talk some basketball. Logan and the fellas talk this week's marquee matchups and offer their though...
Feb 24, 2020•57 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Episode 3, here for your listening! Rotem and Frank are back for another recording, this time touching on a wide array of topics. The guys start things off by recapping their predictions for all the NBA All-Star events on Saturday night, highlighted by an entertaining 3PT contest and a controversial dunk contest. Then, they move into XFL talk for the very first time. Is the new-look football league here to stay or just another AAF? Marquee matchups include the D.C. Defenders, Washington Capitals...
Feb 17, 2020•54 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Episode #2 of the Play It As It Lies podcast is here for your listening! Rotem and Frank hop back onto the mic, this time geared up to talk all things NBA. The guys break down who the biggest winners and losers were from Thursday's trade deadline, which was headlined by several big moves around the league. Then, they touch on a few marquee basketball matchups happening this week before diving into NBA All-Star weekend, offering their predictions for every single event - Celebrity Game, Rising St...
Feb 10, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 2
