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All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright breaks down LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers' Game 5 loss to the Houston Rockets... how nervous should LA fans should be? Then, Nick reacts to Cade Cunningham outdueling Paolo Banchero in the Detroit Pistons' Game 5 win over the Orlando Magic as well as Donovan Mitchell's Cleveland Cavaliers pulling away from the Toronto Raptors for a 3-2 series lead. After, Nick predicts the outcomes of the Game 6s between Jayson Tatum's Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers, Jalen Brunson's New York Knicks and the Atlanta Hawks, and Nikola Jokic's Denver Nuggets and the Minnesota Timberwolves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd breaks down the Lakers loss to the Rockets failing to close out their playoff series vs Houston after taking a commanding 3-0 lead. He talks about Cowboys WR George Pickens finally signing his franchise tag and while he’s talented, Colin wonders how much it will translating to winning for Dallas. NBA analyst Rachel Nichols joins the show to tell Colin why the Knicks have had their hands full with the Hawks in the first round of the playoffs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin talks to former Eagles and Jaguars HC Doug Pederson about Jalen Hurts, the Rams selecting Ty Simpson in the Draft, backing up a star QB, and more He explains why the NFL is the league of hope  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd breaks down the Lakers loss to the Rockets failing to close out their playoff series vs Houston after taking a commanding 3-0 lead. Colin explains why the Lakers are struggling to finish despite having LeBron James and the return of Austin Reaves. He talks about Cowboys WR George Pickens finally signing his franchise tag and while he’s talented, Colin wonders how much it will translating to winning for Dallas. Plus, NBA analyst Rachel Nichols joins the show to tell Colin why the Knicks have had their hands full with the Hawks in the first round of the playoffs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff reveals how the Los Angeles Rams had their sights set on Ty Simpson well before the draft, breaking down the pre-draft process and why Sean McVay’s group was locked in on their guy. What does it say about Simpson’s future in L.A.? John also dives into the ongoing Mike Vrabel storyline that just won’t go away, unpacking the latest developments and what it could mean for his future in the league. Plus, the Cleveland Browns appear poised to roll with Deshaun Watson as their starting quarterback—John discusses the decision, the risks involved, and what it means for the team heading into the season. To wrap things up, it’s the Middlekauff Mailbag, with John answering your questions and hitting on a wide range of NFL topics. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of America's most cherished Rites of Spring, the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby is this Saturday at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. This is the perfect event for sports fans and gamblers looking to turn a small investment into a big payday, with limitless opportunities and a massive parimutuel pool. To help them build some winning Kentucky Derby slips, betting expert Chad Millman and professional gambler Simon Hunter welcome back one of their favorite annual guests, effervescent horse racing handicapper Mike Conti.  Together they discuss what makes "The Most Exciting Two Minutes In Sports" unique as both a sporting event and betting bonanza, and how to approach betting a race of this magnitude. Mike Conti provides guidance on how to wisely build your exactas and trifecta tickets and manage your bankroll, and which thoroughbred horses he will be tossing from consideration. Top contenders Renegade, Commandment, Further Ado, Chief Wallabee, and The Puma will be in the starting gate for this Run For The Roses, and famous trainers Todd Pletcher and Bob Baffert are once again in the mix. We also get our guests's expert picks and predictions for the Kentucky Oaks, and several other races taking place at Churchill Downs on both Friday and Derby Day. Plus, a fascinating breakdown of how Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing the horseracing side of parimutuel betting. #Volume  0:00:00 - START 0:08:00 - HOW A.I. IS REVOLUTIONIZING HORSE RACING 0:18:00 - WHAT MAKES THE KENTUCKY DERBY UNIQUE 0:26:57 - FAVORITE DERBY LONGSHOT HORSES 0:29:19 - KENTUCKY DERBY BEST BETS & EXACTAS -- All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Subscribe to Sharp or Square for gambling advice, best bets, and predictions from sports betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter. Follow on all platforms: https://www.instagram.com/sharporsquare/ https://x.com/SharporSquare_See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin is  joined by legendary sportswriter, commentator and the Director of Sports Journalism at Northwestern University, J.A. Adande to talk about his new sports podcast with Chuck Todd called “Dynastic”, which does deep dives into some of the most legendary franchises in sports history. They begin with the LIV Tour looking like it’s going belly up and why it wasn’t treated seriously by the broadcast networks & sports media. They discuss the questionable  ethics of LIV being funded by the Saudi Arabian sovereign wealth fund and the potential of that type of money flowing into the coffers of other American sports leagues (3:30).  They move to Dynastic choosing the 70s Steelers as one of their first dynasties to cover, and what J.A. learned about covering that team. J.A. explains how the Steelers were ahead of the curve on drafting from HBCUs and why being racially progressive was a huge reason for their success (10:30). They pivot to the Dodgers and discuss the lasting legacy of Sonny Koufax despite his career being so short, and why international players have long been a key to the Dodgers success (16:00). They discuss the longstanding MJ vs LeBron debate and  compare the major differences in the eras they play in, and J.A. explains that there were two different eras of Michael Jordan and how Jordan eventually became trapped by his fame (25:00).  They break down the massive changes to college sports in the NIL era and why it’s ultimately been a net positive for both the athletes and the fans and J.A. argues they should professionalize the relationship with player contracts (30:30). Finally, they discuss the current state of sports journalism and J.A. emphasizes the distinction between sports journalism & sports media, and explains his worries about the future of the journalistic side of the business (36:00).  (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carlos Ulberg, the UFC's new light heavyweight champion after his knockout win vs. Jiri Prochazka, makes HIS DEBUT on the Daniel Cormier show! Ulberg talks about his upbringing in New Zealand and how being in foster care during his childhood helped shape the man and champion he is today. The champ gets into the viral comments made by Jiri Prochazka following the title fight at UFC 327 in Miami, and why he wasn't in his right state of mind when he called him out and said he "showed mercy." Carlos also reveals why he ended his rugby career short and eventually decided he'd take on fighting full time. And don't miss Ulberg talk about a potential fight with Alex Pereira, his ACL injury and the rehab process, and so much more! #Volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2026 NFL Draft is a wrap! From Fernando Mendoza to Mr. Irrelevant, this year's Draft leaves much to discuss in this episode, sponsored by ZBiotics. Go to https://zbiotics.com/SHARPORSQUARE and use SHARPORSQUARE at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics.Betting expert Chad Millman and professional gambler Simon Hunter welcome back NFL Draft betting guru Derek Brown of FantasyPros to discuss the betting results of their favorite picks and predictions, including Ty Simpson's first round shocker to the L.A. Rams, Jeremiyah Love's new contract with the Arizona Cardinals, and Caleb Downs sliding to the Dallas Cowboys.Today our trio judge the best and worst NFL Draft performances, look at who got the most bang for their Draft buck, which teams seemed incoherent in their strategy, and more. #Volume -- All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet  Subscribe to Sharp or Square for gambling advice, best bets, and predictions from sports betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter. Follow on all platforms: https://www.instagram.com/sharporsquare/ https://x.com/SharporSquare_See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd wants Knicks fans to relax following their win over the Hawks.  Thoughts on Luka Doncic possibly not being healthy enough to play in the next round  He discusses Aaron Rodgers potentially returning as the QB of the Steelers and why the 4-time MVP deserves a ton of credit for taking less money at this point in his career. Rams head coach and Super Bowl champion Sean McVay joins the show to talk about their shocking decision to draft QB Ty Simpson after Matthew Stafford’s MVP season.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.