Craig welcomes on ESPN’s Clinton Yates to discuss the bombshell news that broke earlier this week: the Los Angeles Lakers have been sold at a record $10 billion valuation to Dodgers owner Mark Walter. Craig and Clinton dive into what this historic sale means for the Lakers, the NBA at large, and how this could reshape the sports ownership landscape moving forward.
For today’s edition of “Not My Beat,” Craig welcomes on Andrew Chernoff of Wish-TV Indianapolis to break down the Pacers’ dominant Game 6 win over the Thunder in the NBA Finals. They discuss how Indiana got to this point in the series, what stood out in Game 6, and how the Pacers quickly shifted their focus to Game 7 instead of celebrating.
Hour 1 1:12 - Pacers Dominate Thunder to Force Decisive Game 7 19:43 - Wizards Draft Preview & Rebuild Roadmap with Josh Robbins
Craig welcomes on Josh Robbins of The Athletic to discuss his latest article on the state of the Washington Wizards rebuild and where the franchise is headed. With the 2025 NBA Draft approaching, they dive into what the Wizards might do with their trio of picks (6th, 18th, and 40th), the top names being linked to Washington, and whether any draft-night movement or trades could be on the horizon.
Craig opens the show reacting to the Pacers’ stunning blowout win over the Thunder in Game 6 of the NBA Finals, forcing a decisive Game 7 — the best two words in sports. Indiana led by 30 entering the fourth quarter, leaving no doubt as they bounced back in dominant fashion. Craig breaks down how the Pacers flipped the series back in their favor, what went wrong for the Thunder, and what to expect heading into the winner-take-all Game 7.
From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): The NFL Offseason dead period has arrived which means it's time for our Take Command annual tradition, the NFC East Positional Group Rankings, starting with Quarterback.. Logan and Craig rank the best QB's in the division from 1 to 4 and explain why exactly some may be higher or lower than expected To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcas...
From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): We've covered how a Commanders season might look if Jayden Daniels regresses from his INSANE rookie performance, which has fans asking "What does a Commanders season look like if Jayden improves on last year" ... Logan and Craig break down the likelihood of Jayden improving on his insane rookie performance, how a variety of factors could play into his performance, and how opposing teams may adjust to Kliff's high-tempo offense in 2025 To learn more about lis...
1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - Nationals Losers of 10 Straight, Discourse on Caitlin Clark + Fever-Sun Scuffles 42:02 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - Not My Beat, Lakers Being Sold for $10B + Never Read the Comments 1:23:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 3 - NBA Draft Confidential, NBA Finals Game 6 Preview + Real Things
Hour 3 1:12 - NBA Draft Confidential: What It Means for the Wizards 22:54 - NBA Finals Game 6 Preview 33:30 - Real Things: Dejounte Murray
The Athletic’s David Aldridge has released his annual NBA Draft Confidential, collecting anonymous thoughts from scouts, execs, and coaches across the league. Craig reads and reacts to the biggest takeaways from the piece and breaks down what it could mean for the Wizards ahead of next week’s NBA Draft. Which players could be in play? What are the perceived strengths and weaknesses of this class? Craig shares who stands out as realistic — and smart — targets for Washington.
Hour 2 1:12 - 10 Straight Losses: Is Davey Martinez on the Hot Seat? 13:08 - Buss Family Selling Lakers for $10B 21:20 - Never Read the Comments
Craig braves the YouTube comments section, addressing some of the biggest items currently stirring the pot in Washington Commanders land. It's a candid response to fan reactions, controversies, and the pulse of Commanders Nation.
Craig welcomes on Byron Kerr to break down the Nationals' ongoing free fall after dropping their 10th straight game, this time to the Rockies. They discuss what’s gone wrong during the skid, how much blame falls on manager Davey Martinez, and whether his job could be in jeopardy. Plus, they evaluate the bigger picture of the Nationals' rebuild and what changes — if any — could be coming.
Hour 1 - 1:12 - 10 Straight Losses: What's Gone Wrong with the Nationals? 13:05 - Is Caitlin Clark Losing the Plot? Craig Reacts to Fever-Sun Scuffles 30:25 - Calls on Caitlin, Fever-Sun Scuffles
Craig reacts to the chippy Fever-Sun matchup and the WNBA’s decision not to issue any suspensions following the scuffles. While he understands Caitlin Clark’s frustration after getting poked in the eye, Craig takes issue with how she handled the moment — and more broadly, how she’s carried herself this season. He explains why he believes Clark is starting to toe the line between confidence and arrogance, suggesting she may be buying into her own hype in a way we didn’t see last year.
Craig opens the show reacting to the Nationals' 10th consecutive loss after falling 10-6 to the Rockies in Game 2 of their four-game set. With five of those losses coming against two of the worst teams in the NL, Craig breaks down where things have gone off the rails. Plus, he reacts to GM Mike Rizzo’s comments from his appearance on The Junkies, where Rizzo defended Davey Martinez amidst “Fire Davey” chants at Nats Park and addressed the state of the team’s ongoing rebuild.
From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): All of the focus is on Jayden Daniels when it comes to the Commanders, which has fans asking "Who's the most important non-Jayden Daniels Commander?" ... Logan and Craig give their picks and explanations to this fun, important question that could truly go in many different directions To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/ad...
1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - NBA Finals Game 5 Recap, Craig Defends Haliburton + Vibe Check Tuesday 39:25 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - Latest on RFK Stadium Deal, Storytime + Take Command 1:25:50 - Hoffman Show Hour 3 - How Pacers/Thunder Built Contenders, Trade Destinations for KD + Real Things
Hour 3 1:12 - Blueprint to the Finals: How the Pacers and Thunder Built Contenders 10:40 - Where Will KD Land Next? Mapping Kevin Durant's Exit from Phoenix 20:48 - Sky vs. Mystics Preview 28:43 - Real Things: Doc Rivers + Austin Ekeler
Kevin Durant is on the move again. Craig and Anthony react to reports that the 15-time All-Star is working with the Suns to facilitate a trade out of Phoenix. They explore the most likely—and most intriguing—landing spots for KD, what teams would need to give up to get him, and whether another title run is still in the cards for the future Hall of Famer.
Craig and Anthony dive into the roster construction of the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder, analyzing how each franchise built its way to the NBA Finals. From smart drafting and savvy trades to player development and front office vision, they break down the paths both teams took to become championship contenders.
Hour 2 1:12 - RFK Frustrations: Commanders Upset Over Potential Stadium Delays 12:36 - Storytime with Anthony 21:51 - Take Command Mailbag
Craig reacts to reports that the Washington Commanders are frustrated with the latest RFK Stadium developments. With the DC City Council requesting more time to review Mayor Bowser’s stadium deal, Craig breaks down what this means for the team's hopes of returning to the RFK site and how political delays could derail momentum.
Hour 1 1:12 - Thunder Take Control: Game 5 NBA Finals Reaction 9:11 - In Defense of Haliburton: Why His Game 5 Impact Still Mattered 23:30 - Vibe Check Tuesday: The Most Important Commanders (Not Named Jayden Daniels)
It’s Vibe Check Tuesday! Craig and Anthony dive into the key figures who will shape the Commanders’ 2025 season outside of rookie QB Jayden Daniels. From offensive anchors like Laremy Tunsil and Terry McLaurin to defensive leaders Marshon Lattimore and Bobby Wagner—and even veteran tight end Zach Ertz—the crew breaks down who matters most and why.
Craig responds to the backlash against Tyrese Haliburton after his scoreless performance in Game 5 of the NBA Finals. While critics called for him to be benched due to his calf injury and poor shooting night, Craig argues that Haliburton’s pace-setting, game management, and leadership still made a positive difference—highlighting his +3 second-half plus-minus as proof of his value on the floor.
1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - NBA Finals Game 4 Recap, Grizzlies Trade Desmond Bane to Magic + Weekend in Review 39:11 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - Tim Bontemps Joins the Show + Is Commanders D-Line Good Enough? 1:18:21 - Hoffman Show Hour 3 - Davey Martinez Throws Players Under Bus, NBA Finals Game 5 Preview + Real Things
Hour 3 1:12 - Davey Calls Out the Nats + Brady House Debut Tonight 14:06 - More Reaction to Davey Martinez Comments from Saturday Night 21:48 - NBA Finals Game 5 Preview 32:31 - Real Things: Mike Evans and Chris Godwin
Craig welcomes on Tobi Altizer, host of the Bustin' Loose Baseball podcast, to react to Davey Martinez’s fiery postgame comments where he appeared to throw his players under the bus after the Nationals' seventh straight loss. Tobi shares his thoughts on what it means for the locker room and whether changes to the coaching staff could be on the horizon depending on how the team fares in a brutal upcoming stretch. Plus, some good news: the debut of top prospect Brady House brings a jolt of excitem...
Hour 2 1:12 - Bontemps on Bane Trade, KD's Future & Game 5 Preview 20:07 - Have the Commanders Done Enough to Help D-Line? 30:56 - Do You Think the Commanders Will Deploy ‘Cinco’ Package?
