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All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.  Nick Wright reacts to the NBA gambling scandal involving Chauncey Billups, Damon Jones, Terry Rozier, and many more following FBI investigation. Later, Nick reacts to Victor Wembanyama's dominant 40-point performance in the San Antonio Spurs' win over the Dallas Mavericks in Cooper Flagg's NBA debut. Is Wemby already the best player in the NBA? Next, Nick reacts to Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors' opening night win over Luke Doncic and the LeBron James-less Los Angeles Lakers before turning his attention to Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets' loss to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Is KD on track to be the only NBA legend without a fan base that loves him? As always, Nick and Damonza answer your questions. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BREAKING NEWS: Blazers HC Chauncey Billiups, and Heat G Terry Rozier arrested by FBI in illegal gambling probe Thoughts on Victor Wembanyama' huge game last night against the Mavericks The Dodgers are trying to become the first team to repeat as champions in 25 years. If they do, it will be good for baseball Colin talks about Nick Saban blamming NIL for HC firingsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin explains why Cooper Flagg will be fine, and that he was asked to deal with a lot last night.The Knicks have become a good franchise but Colin believes they made a mistake firing Tom Thibodeau Aaron Rodgers is the perfect fit for the Steelers because he brings competience to the QB position Not a good day for the NBA: More on the huge gambling scandalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts joins the show ahead of the World Series showdown with the Blue Jays, sharing his mindset going into the series and firing back at critics who claim the Dodgers have “ruined baseball.” Colin then explains, there are gambling rules for a reason, people who follow them should not be punishedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd reacts to stunning breaking news from the NBA — the FBI arrests Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups and Heat guard Terry Rozier in a major investigation tied to illegal poker games and sports betting. Then, Colin dives into Victor Wembanyama’s monster 40-point season opener, explaining why the Spurs’ superstar might already be ready to claim the crown as the NBA’s best player. Plus, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts joins the show ahead of the World Series showdown with the Blue Jays, sharing his mindset going into the series and firing back at critics who claim the Dodgers have “ruined baseball.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of 3 & Out with John Middlekauff, John dives into Jayden Daniels’ latest injury and what it means for his long-term NFL future. He reacts to reports of tension between Russell Wilson and Sean Payton and breaks down why having a quality backup quarterback has never been more important in today’s league. Plus, John hits the biggest headlines from around college football and gives his take on what’s shaping the playoff race. 04:32 - Jayden Daniels Injured again 16:53 - The importance of back QB's 22:45 - Russ vs Payton 32:22 - Kauff on Campus Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest.  All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fat Joe and Jadakiss are joined by their close friend and former NBA MVP Allen Iverson. A.I. tells them about his new documentary series ‘Allen Iv3rson’ produced by Steph Curry and Shaquille O’Neal that premieres TODAY on Prime Video. Joe and Jada chop it up with The Answer about some legendary stories involving all three of them, including A.I.’s wild nights out with Joe before New York Knicks games in his Philadelphia 76ers days, his iconic Reebok commercial with Jadakiss, going toe-to-toe with Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, and when former NBA commissioner David Stern read lyrics from Iverson’s rap album out loud to him. Stay till the end for an appearance from Allen’s mother, Ann Iverson, who tells some secrets from A.I.’s childhood. 4:00 - Joe & Jada's long-time friendships with A.I. 9:30 - Joe FINALLY gives A.I. his Terror Squad chain 11:15 - New doc series on Prime Video produced by Steph Curry & Shaq 20:00 - When your entourage gets too disrespectful 25:15 - R.I.P. John Thompson 27:15 - Michael Vick coming up in his hometown after him 34:30 - A.I. fact checks some of Joe's stories about him 42:30 - Jada & A.I.'s iconic Reebok commercial 45:30 - Going to war with Kobe Bryant 47:00 - David Stern & Adam Silver 51:30 - Joe still wants A.I. to get reparations for outfit fines 54:00 - Iverson's book 57:30 - A.I.'s mother joins & tells childhood stories [Timestamps may vary due to advertisements.] Joe and Jada now on Patreon All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Umar Nurmagomedov IS BACK to join DC on the Daniel Cormier Check-In series ahead of his MASSIVE FIGHT against Mario Bautista at UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi! Umar speaks on the Merab Dvalishvili fight and why he feels he won the fight even with a BROKEN HAND. DC and Umar talk about his upcoming fight with Bautista, and how he has to win in order to cement himself as Merab's next opponent for the title. Plus, the guys talk Cory Sandhagen, Khabib's training camps, and so much more. And don't miss the moment DC tries to convince Nurmagomedov to give him his Rolex watch! All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet  #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason reacts live after the opening night of the 2025-26 NBA season and discusses Steph Curry, Jimmy Butler, Draymond Green, and the Golden State Warriors taking on Luka Doncic, JJ Redick, and the Los Angeles Lakers without LeBron James. He also breaks down Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the defending champ Oklahoma City Thunder taking on the new-look Houston Rockets with Kevin Durant. All lines presented by Hard Rock Bet.  #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd dives into Kevin Durant’s rocky debut with the Houston Rockets and what it reveals about the 2x NBA Finals MVP’s current place in the league. Is KD still a franchise-changing superstar, or has the league passed him by? In the NFL, Colin makes a bold comparison between Packers quarterback Jordan Love and a prime Aaron Rodgers, explaining why Love might already be outperforming the legendary QB he replaced in Green BaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.