Straight Fire - Fork in the Road for the 49ers, Stop Disrespecting Jalen Hurts & a Wild LeBron James Rumor

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why he believes it was a mistake for the Pittsburgh Steelers to give pass rusher TJ Watt a massive contract extension and why he wasn't a fan of the Portland Trail Blazers' decision to bring back injured point guard Damian Lillard for a two-year retirement tour. Later, Professional poker player and sports gambler David Baker swings by to discuss his road to the World Series of Poker, what it took to earn his fourth WSOP bracelet this summer, what led to the controversial decision by WSOP to ban William Kassouf for the rest of the year, which NFL season-long betting contests he plans to enter this season, why he has an early lean on a Baltimore Ravens vs Los Angeles Rams Super Bowl in 2026, and much more! Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses what the addition of Bradley Beal means for the Los Angeles Clippers and the Western Conference Playoff race at-large. Later, FTN Fantasy Chief Analytics Officer Aaron Schatz swings by to discuss why he's expecting the Kansas City Chiefs to regress next season, the likelihood that the Baltimore Ravens or the Buffalo Bills finally break through, whether we can expect the Philadelphia Eagles to win the NFC East yet again, how the Detroit Lions can overcome the loss of both of their coordinators from last season, why Saquon Barkley is not the consensus top overall pick in fantasy football next year, and much more! Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses whether or not the San Francisco 49ers might feel forced to offer disgruntled wide receiver Jauan Jennings a lucrative contract extension this summer, why Jalen Hurts should feel disrespected after a panel of anonymous NFL execs/coaches/scouts ranked his as the 9th best quarterback in football five months after winning Super Bowl MVP, if we should be surprised that Patrick Mahomes is still ranked #1 after two statistically mediocre seasons, and why you shouldn't believe the latest trade rumors surrounding LeBron James and the Dallas Mavericks.  Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the wild rumor that Klay Thompson is dating pop star Megan Thee Stallion, why LeBron James has refused to shut down the speculation surrounding his future with the Los Angeles Lakers, which of the 4 reported teams who want to trade for LeBron (Dallas Mavericks, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers and Cleveland Cavaliers) makes the most sense in any potential deal, whether The King's 3 NBA Finals MVPs with 3 different NBA franchises is really as impressive as it sounds, and if we should be concerned about Caitlin Clark's ongoing shooting slump. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts! #OddCoupleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why he was so taken aback that the Indiana Pacers would dump Myles Turner - their longest tenured player on the roster - after coming just one win short of an NBA championship, why it feels like the Milwaukee Bucks' flurry of moves on Tuesday are just delaying the inevitable Giannis Antetokounmpo trade demand, where the Bucks rank in the Eastern Conference hierarchy with the addition of Turner, what's next for Damian Lillard now that he's a free agent, and why J-Mac's Men's League is suddenly the hottest ticket in town.  Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason is joined by USA Today Sports columnist and author Christine Brennan to promote her upcoming book, ‘On Her Game: Caitlin Clark and the Revolution in Women’s Sports’. During the conversation, Brennan discusses how Clark first exploded on the scene as a collegian at Iowa, what about Clark’s game that makes her so captivating, whether or not it matters that Clark is a white player dominating against a mostly Black league, why there seems to be so much misplaced jealousy towards Clark across the WNBA, what led to Clark’s  Olympics snub, and much more! Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the recent flurry of trades around the NBA that have shaken up the Eastern Conference, why it feels like at least one team is trying to build their team in the same image as the reigning champion Oklahoma City Thunder, how a few forward thinking NBA Draft night moves by the Portland Trail Blazers and the Phoenix Suns could wind up paying off in a big way, and the Jazz’ controversial decision to draft Ace Bailey even though he explicitly said he didn’t want to play in Utah. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the Indiana Pacers’ blowout win over Oklahoma City to force an upcoming Game 7 of the NBA Finals, how Tyrese Haliburton was able to overcome a calf injury and still be effective for Indiana, why it was so disheartening to see the Thunder no-show in a potentially series-clinching game, and whether or not Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s latest underwhelming performance proves that he’s not a real NBA superstar. Plus, J-Mac shares his thoughts on the USMNT 1-0 win over Saudi Arabia. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the shocking news that the Buss Family has finally decided to sell their majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers to a group headlined by Los Angeles Dodgers ownership group frontman Mark Walter. Later, FOX Sports Radio NBA insider Mark Medina swings by to discuss the general lack of buzz for these NBA Finals, the short and long-term impact of Tyrese Haliburton’s calf injury, a few NBA comps for presumptive #1 overall pick Cooper Flagg, all the negative headlines currently surrounding projected top-5 pick Ace Bailey, the likelihood that that Giannis Antetokounmpo actually gets traded, why he expects Kevin Durant will ultimately wind up with the Miami Heat, and much more! Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the pros and cons of Tyrese Haliburton trying to play through his calf injury in an upcoming Game 6 of the NBA Finals, why the Indiana Pacers need to consider their long-term outlook for next season as well before making a decision on Haliburton's availability, the narrative that the Oklahoma City Thunder have had a fortuitous path to the NBA championship, whether or not LeBron James' anti-Rings Culture sentiment really holds water, and which ringless superstars are undisputedly better than their ring-having counterparts.  Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.