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We’re back with Season 4, Episode 43 of Club 520, where Jeff Teague, DJ Wells, and B Hen react to Mark Cuban’s comments about selling the Dallas Mavericks and the trade of superstar Luka Doncic that followed. Luka has balled out for the Lakers since being moved last year, and he and LeBron James currently have the third best record in the West. The guys then react to Deontay Wilder’s INSANE comments on Piers Morgan’s show which went viral about his child, as well as Jaden Ivey getting waived by the Chicago Bulls for his controversial comments.Timeline:0:00 - Shout out StockX and adidas5:00 - Barbee6:30 - Deontay Wilder10:20 - Maury Povich podcast14:00 - Bob Barker16:00 - Cable shows as a kid20:00 - Watching NBA League Pass20:30 - Mark Cuban April Fools joke22:30 - Jeff's AI photo23:30 - Hot dog crust26:30 - Ice cream pop tarts29:00 - Easter dinner33:45 - Jaden Ivey situation43:00 - Jeff sets up teammates' poster44:30 - 11u making AAU commitment46:00 - Jeff's Lou story50:30 - Mark Cuban comments52:15 - Luka Doncic going offAll lines provided by ‪Hard Rock Bet#VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason goes through his top three tiers of NBA stars heading into the playoffs including Luka Doncic (Los Angeles Lakers), Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio Spurs), Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (OKC Thunder), Steph Curry (Golden State Warriors), Jaylen Brown (Boston Celtics), Kevin Durant (Houston Rockets), LeBron James, and more. Then he discusses Jalen Johnson, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, and the Atlanta Hawks’ hot streak and breaks down how real it is. All lines presented by Hard Rock Bet.  #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Thursday, April 2 episode of 520 in the Morning, Jeff Teague, DJ Wells, and B Hen react to the Boston Celtics dominating the Miami Heat where Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum combine for 68 points in the win. The guys debate whether the Celtics are the team to beat in the east after Jayson Tatum has come back looking 100% healthy. The guys also discuss Victor Wembanyama’s 40-point night in the San Antonio Spurs win over the Golden State Warriors, and whether he has a chance to catch Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in the MVP race. Finally, the guys talk about how the Denver Nuggets are going to be a scary out in the playoffs as Jamal Murray is starting to heat up alongside Nikola Jokic. The guys then preview the Final Four between Uconn vs. Illinois, and Michigan vs. Arizona.  Timeline:0:00 - Welcome to the show, Rapheal Davis2:00 - 2026 Final Four breakdown13:00 - Indiana HS still with no shot clock18:00 - Prep school vs. Public school23:00 - Superchat questions30:00 - Wemby going off, Spurs-Warriors32:00 - Draymond get well soon36:00 - Nuggets beat Jazz38:00 - Celtics beat Heat, JT & JB go off43:00 - Hawks on fire, beat Magic46:00 - PG's best game as a Sixer49:00 - Wizards April Fools joke56:00 - Verified Buckets & B Hen's Final Four parlayAll lines provided by ‪Hard Rock Bet#VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, the guys break down the latest Philadelphia Eagles storyline centered around Jalen Hurts and what it could mean for the team heading into the season. They also react to news of Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua checking into rehab, discussing the situation and its potential impact on Los Angeles moving forward. Plus, the NFL’s international expansion continues with the Rams and 49ers set to face off in Australia—what it means for the league, the players, and the global game. The conversation then shifts to the running back market, which appears to be on the rise again, and how shifting value at the position could impact roster building across the NFL. To close things out, the guys react to the viral “NFL Coaches Day Drinking” storyline and weigh in on one of the more entertaining off-field moments around the league. From major headlines to league-wide trends, it’s all covered in this episode. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright weighs in on the NBA MVP race between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Victor Wembanyama, Luka Doncic, and Nikola Jokic. Has Luka taken the lead in the MVP race after a dominant March which saw the Lakers go 15-2. What are the cases for Victor Wembanyama, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Nikola Jokic - and where does Nick land in the debate? Then, Nick recaps the top headlines from the NFL Annual League Meeting. Later, Nick and Damonza answer your questions. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Wednesday, April 1 episode of 520 in the Morning, Jeff Teague, DJ Wells, and B Hen react to Luka Doncic’s 42 point night in the Los Angeles Lakers win which improves their record to 50-26. The guys talk about how legit of a threat the Lakers are in the playoffs while being led by Luka and LeBron James. The Houston Rockets got a win over the New York Knicks in a matchup of what may be the two most disappointing teams in the NBA this season. The vibes just seem off in New York, and the guys don’t think the Knicks will be making a deep playoff run.Timeline:0:00 - Crash out just missed3:00 - Lakers-Cavs4:00 - Bron-Wade alley oop6:00 - Luka gets 15k points9:00 - Bronny starting PG12:00 - KD & Rockets cook Knicks 18:00 - Pistons-Raptors20:00 - Jalen Duren cooking 23:00 - Blazers-Clippers 24:30 - Superchat questions 35:00 - Go-to struggle meal39:00 - Magic-Suns42:30 - Melo & Hornets keep winning 46:00 - Bucks-Mavs47:30 - Donte commercial + 2026 HOF class49:00 - Mavs looking for new GM50:30 - Worst FT ever?53:30 - Get well soon softball play56:00 - Superchat questions, Part 259:00 - B Hen’s parlayAll lines provided by ‪Hard Rock Bet#VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason reacts to the Luka Doncic, LeBron James, Austin Reaves, and the Los Angeles Lakers looking legit in their win vs. James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Then he's joined by Carter Rodriguez of 'The Chase Down' to do a deep dive on the issues facing the Cavs. All lines presented by Hard Rock Bet.  #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A thought-provoking episode of 3 & Out diving into league decisions, evolving trends, and bigger-picture conversations around the NFL. The show opens with the reported cancellation of the Monday Night Football doubleheader and what it says about the league’s scheduling priorities. From there, a look at the continued push into NFL flag football and how the league is expanding its reach at all levels of the game. The conversation shifts to the idea of NFL games on Thanksgiving Eve, breaking down the potential upside and whether the league is pushing the calendar too far. Mike McCarthy’s comments on Aaron Rodgers and Will Howard are also discussed, offering insight into quarterback evaluations and expectations. The episode wraps with a broader discussion on nepotism in football, examining how it shows up across coaching staffs and front offices, and whether it ultimately helps or hurts the league. All that and more on this episode of 3 & Out. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin’s joined by Danny Parkins, host of “First Things First” at FS1. They start with Jaden Ivey being waived by the Chicago Bulls for anti-gay comments he made on social media, and they argue that creating disruptions in the locker room can outweigh other personal issues, that the rules aren’t applied equally to professional athletes based on their production & talent… and Ivey just wasn’t good enough on the court (3:00).  They pivot to Tiger Woods crashing his car in another suspected DUI, and discuss why his value is so high to the PGA and sponsors that they’ll never cut ties with him. They recap Tiger’s history of surgeries and why it’s likely he’s developed a reliance on opioids to deal with chronic pain and that he probably should never be behind the wheel of a car (17:00). They react to the potential of the NFL using replacement referees after contract talks broke down. Colin argues that NFL officials overwhelmingly get calls right and paying full-time officials won’t make the product better, and that the only argument for full-time refs is the NFL has the money. Danny believes HD television with multiple slow-motion replays has been the cause for so much complaining about the refs (28:00).  Finally, they preview and make their picks for the Final Four games between Uconn & Illinois (32:30), and Arizona vs. Michigan (37:45) and discuss why this is one of the greatest Final Four’s of all-time (42:00).  (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.

Jason reacts to the controversial push-off, offensive foul called against Shai Gilgeous-Alexander at the end of regulation as the Oklahoma City Thunder faced the Detroit Pistons. He breaks down every part of that game and why these types of calls with SGA matter so much. Then he discusses how the Miami Heat snapped the Philadelphia 76ers’ hot streak with Paul George and Joel Embiid back in the lineup. All lines presented by Hard Rock Bet.  #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.