Hour 2 - NBA playoff predictions

This week, Colin can’t contain his excitement for the upcoming NBA Finals between the Celtics and Mavericks. A tribute to the late great Bill Walton and the legacy he leaves behind. Colin also predicts this year’s NFL playoff teams, and a riveting Monday Edition of: “Where Colin was Right and Wrong!” Plus, the great Tom Brady joins the show!   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dustin Poirier is ready for his title shot against Islam Makhachev at UFC 302, and he's here for the NEWEST edition of the DC Check-In! Poirier tells Daniel Cormier he's not ruling out retirement ahead of his fight against the champ. And Poirier compares both Islam and Khabib Nurmagomedov, and why Makhachev's style will present opportunities for a knockout win. Plus, Dustin REVEALS exactly how he plans on finishing Islam Makhachev in the superstar showdown in Newark. Cormier and Poirier talk about Dustin's daughter being in attendance for the first time, and what that moment means to DP. And don't miss the moment DC tries to recruit Dustin Poirier to do a podcast with him!  1:00 - DC admits he "hates" retirement talk3:00 - Dustin knew he'd get a title shot4:15 - Story of Poirier getting this fight6:00 - Partnering up with Mateusz Gamrot7:30 - UFC Hall of Fame8:30 - Poirier daughter in attendance at UFC 3029:45 - Islam Makhachev (Timestamps vary with ad) #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John recaps his best moment from the week starting with his interview the Florida State GM talking about that position and what goes into being a GM at a college (6:00), later he dives into Dak talking about how he doesn't play football for the money and if he thinks that's actually true (59:26), and finally the reaction after hearing that the Bears will be on Hard Knocks (1:06:58). #Volume #Herd  Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mannix is joined this week by former middleweight champion and DAZN broadcaster Darren Barker. Mannix and Barker discuss Saturday's anticipated 5 vs. 5 pitting top fighters from Matchroom Boxing against the best from Queensbury Promotions, including a win-or-go-home showdown between Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang at the top of the card. Later, Austin "Ammo" Williams joins Mannix to discuss his fight against Hamzah Sheeraz, how he has overcome mental health struggles, why he wants to be known as "Tiger" now and more. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf answers listener questions during an NBA Mailbag segment on Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and the Dallas Mavericks' Western Conference Finals win over Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns, and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Jason discusses Luka Doncic's run for best player in the world, how Dallas was able to exploit flaws in Minnesota, and why Anthony Edwards and the Wolves will be back next season. Timeline: 04:00 - Introduction 07:03 - When Jason knew Game 5 was over 08:00 - Greatness from Luka Doncic 10:25 - How Luka conserves energy during games 11:52 - What future of center position looks like 16:41 - Anthony Edwards is still on superstar path 21:58 - Rudy Gobert issues 26:00 - Difference between Mavs & Nuggets vs. Wolves 29:26 - Dereck Lively's potential 30:34 - Can Wolves beat Nuggets without Gobert? 32:30 - The flaw Minnesota MUST fix 35:46 - Should Wolves trade Gobert? 38:03 - Best backcourt in NBA history 41:47 - Best landing spot for KAT 43:15 - Has playoffs been disappointing? 46:24 - Would Nuggets have beaten Mavericks? 48:44 - Is Ant to blame for Wolves' issues? #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Islam Makhachev IS BACK on the DC Check-In with Daniel Cormier and had PLENTY TO SAY about Dustin Poirier ahead of their UFC 302 championship fight. Makhachev GOES IN ON Poirier's wrestling and claims he'll have a "much easier" time taking down Poirier than any of his prior opponents. Plus, Islam tells DC he's ready to move up weight classes to fight Leon Edwards or Belal Muhammad. Makhachev also dismisses Arman Tsarukyan, and claims "it's NOT THE FIRST TIME" he turned down a fight with him. And don't miss Islam FIRE SHOTS at DC on the way out! 2:00 - Alex Pereira could be an Olympic wrestling champion4:30 - Dustin Poirier is biggest name on Islam’s résumé6:00 - Arman Tsarukyan8:30 - Weaknesses vs. Poirier11:00 - DC and Islam training session13:00 - Makhachev wants double champ status14:30 - The Dustin Guillotine16:00 - Islam calls out DC! (Timestamps vary with ads) #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin sees greatness within the pair of Luka and Kyrie as the Mavericks head to the NBA Finals to face the Celtics. The Cowboys are already facing issues as Micah Parson is missing camp, and the Bears being the focus for this year’s Hard Knocks show is well worth the watch. Plus, Danny Parkins and Ric Bucher both stop by to enlighten us all on the Bears future and upcoming NBA FinalsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luka Doncic was dominate last night against the Timberwolves The Cowboys are dealing with more issues before the season even begins Thoughts on the Bears being on Hard KnocksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rachel Nichols gives her thoughts on the upcoming NBA Finals Danny Parkins stops by to enlighten us all on the Bears future and how they are improving their offenseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thoughts on the Mavericks path to the NBA Finals including their blowout win over the Timberwolves Tomorrow's headlines today   Guest: Ric BucherSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.