Straight Fire - Pacers Wear Down the Thunder, the 'McConnell and Mathurin' Game & SGA's Uphill Climb

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.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses how the Oklahoma City Thunder's physical defense  - coupled with some inconsistent officiating - helped push the Indiana Pacers to the brink of elimination, whether or not Tyrese Haliburton's mysterious lower leg injury is a valid excuse for his no-show on the road in Game 6 of the NBA Finals, and why you shouldn't be surprised that the Kevin Durant trade market is so soft right now.  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 blockbuster trade that saw the Memphis Grizzlies ship Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic, where Orlando ranks in the Eastern Conference pecking order next season, why Memphis ultimately decided to punt on their Big 3 of Bane, Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr., why you should expect the dreaded 2nd Apron will force other teams (like the Los Angeles Lakers, Boston Celtics, Cleveland Cavaliers, etc.) to trade their best players in the very near future, and why hoops fans everywhere are rejoicing now that Caitlin Clark has made her triumphant return to the court.  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 hits us with a quick breakdown of his Best Bets for Friday night's Gam3 4 of the NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers. Later, CBS Sports HQ and NBC Sports Boston analyst Claudia Bellofatto swings by to discuss how she broke into the sports betting media space, why it's easier to find an edge wagering on niche sports like lacrosse and power slapping, her expectations for Bill Belichick in his first year coaching at North Carolina, 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 provides instant reaction to Game 3 of the NBA Finals. During the show, J-Mac discusses how the Indiana Pacers were able to physically wear down MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the mighty Oklahoma City Thunder, why he's betting on Indiana to win Game 4 as well and take an insurmountable 3-1 series lead, how Pacers reserve guards TJ McConnell and Benadict Mathurin were able to flip the game in limited minutes, which players OKC can count on to rise to the occasion alongside SGA as the series moves forward, 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.