Best Jason Timpf Podcasts (2025)

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Why Warriors' Steph Curry & Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton are BETTER than Jalen Brunson | NBA Mailbag 58:37

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Jason answers mailbag questions about his NBA player rankings including why he has Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry ranked higher than New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson and why he would have Indiana Pacers playmaker Tyrese Haliburton ahead of Brunson if he were healthy. He also discusses Dallas Wings rookie Paige Bueckers compared to Ind…

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Why Victor Wembanyama is #7 on my NBA player rankings list | San Antonio Spurs 43:34

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Jason breaks down why he has San Antonio Spurs budding star Victor Wembanyama at No. 7 on his NBA player rankings list heading into the 2025 season. He discusses the partnership with De'Aaron Fox, the places Wemby can take another leap, and what his outlook is. Then he discusses Patrick Beverley's comments about Paul George, Klay Thompson, Steph Cu…

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448: Sheree Utash—It’s Only the Best School in America 1:15:39

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Mike chats with Dr. Sheree Utash, Ed.D., president of WSU Tech and a national leader in workforce education. They talk about how she reinvented a community college into a national model for workforce development, her role in taking Mike’s S.W.E.A.T. Pledge and shaping it into the mikeroweWORKS curriculum, and why she believes skilled trades are key…

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Why LeBron James is #8 on my NBA player rankings | Los Angeles Lakers 39:31

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Jason explains why he has Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James at No. 8 on his NBA player rankings including the strengths and weaknesses of Bron's game, how his age factors into the ranking, how he fits alongside Luka Doncic, and more. Then he gives his take on the start of EuroBasket for Luka Doncic, Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets, and Gia…

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West contender rankings, LeBron James vs. Donovan Mitchell, Steph Curry's longevity 49:09

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Jason answers mailbag questions from Hoops Tonight listeners on topics including if Kevin Durant is enough of a boost to lift Amen Thompson, Alperen Sengun, and the Houston Rockets over the top compared to Nikola Jokic's Denver Nuggets & Shai Gilgeous Alexander's Oklahoma City Thunder. Then he discusses how he compares Los Angeles Lakers forward Le…

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Why Jalen Brunson is #9 in my NBA player rankings for 2025 | New York Knicks 42:14

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Jason explains why he has Jalen Brunson, point guard for the New York Knicks, ranked inside the top 10 of his NBA player rankings and ahead of guys such as Anthony Davis, Donovan Mitchell, and Kevin Durant. Then he reacts to comments made by Denzel Washington and makes the case against gatekeepers of content. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for…

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447: Tommy Mello—The Secret Sauce is the Grind 1:36:03

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Tommy Mello founded A1 Garage Door Service—a 100 million-plus-dollar business. Tommy shares how he went from reselling Bowflex, cleaning pools, and painting garage doors to building one of the largest home service companies in the country. He talks about the hustle, the screw-ups, and the systems that helped him scale, including his no-nonsense app…

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Why Anthony Davis is #10 in my NBA player rankings | Dallas Mavericks 46:16

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Jason breaks down why he has Dallas Mavericks big man Anthony Davis, formerly of the Los Angeles Lakers, ranked as the 10th best player in the NBA heading into next season. He discusses his strengths as a defender and overall weaknesses, including his injury history, and why he's expecting such a big, full season after the Luka Doncic trade. Then h…

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NBA Mailbag: Bam Adebayo & Heat trades, Steph Curry's Warriors career, Jalen Williams underrated? 30:00

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Jason answers mailbag questions about his NBA player rankings list on topics such as Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley vs. Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden, potential trades for Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo, why New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns didn't crack the top 25, explaining the rank of Oklahoma City Thunder wing Jalen W…

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NBA Player Rankings #12-11: Donovan Mitchell & Kevin Durant 46:37

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Jason continues with his NBA player rankings list, following up Joel Embiid at No. 14 and Kawhi Leonard at 13 with Donovan Mitchell and Kevin Durant. He breaks down why this range of players is so hard to rank, why he ultimately put Cleveland Cavaliers guard Spida Mitchell at 12 and why new member of the Houston Rockets, KD, slots in at 11. #Volume…

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446: Nick Searcy—Justify This 1:22:42

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Actor, director, and pseudo-troublemaker Nick Searcy is back! Nick recounts what he saw at the Capitol on January 6 and why he made Capital Punishment and its sequel, The War on Truth. Also discussed is Nick’s unfiltered memoir, Justify This: A Career Without Compromise, where he shares stories from his long career in Hollywood, and a new project a…

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NBA Player Rankings #14-13: Joel Embiid & Kawhi Leonard | Hoops Tonight 19:12

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Jason dives into the next tier of his NBA player rankings, the start of the superstars. He discusses Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid and Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard, the upside of each guy balanced out by their respective injury struggles. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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How LeBron James, Luka Doncic & Lakers match up in West after Marcus Smart & Deandre Ayton additions 27:33

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Jason answers mailbag questions on a variety of topics including how the Los Angeles Lakers match up against Western Conference contenders with Luka Doncic and LeBron James, how the Marcus Smart and Deandre Ayton signings impact the team, whether there are any realistic Austin Reaves or Rui Hachimura trades out there, the GOAT case for Kobe Bryant,…

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NBA Player Rankings #17-15: Pascal Siakam, Jimmy Butler, Devin Booker 30:12

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Jason breaks down Nos. 17-15 on his NBA player rankings list including Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam, Golden State Warriors wing Jimmy Butler, and Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker. He discusses each of their individual skills as well as Pascal's perfect dynamic with Tyrese Haliburton, how Jimmy has helped rejuvenate Steph Curry, and why Devin…

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NBA Player Rankings #20-18: Jalen Williams, Paolo Banchero, Cade Cunningham 44:56

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Jason breaks down the next three NBA players on his rankings: Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jalen Williams, Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero, and Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and The Volume

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Reaction to Luka Doncic extension w/ Lakers, how it impacts LeBron James + Men's Health cover story 14:57

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Jason reacts to Luka Doncic signing a reported three-year, $165 million extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, why he would do it, and what it means for the team going forward with Luka and LeBron James. Then he discusses the Men's Health magazine profile on Luka's diet, strength, and conditioning. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in…

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Where Tyrese Haliburton, Jayson Tatum, Damian Lillard would rank in NBA if healthy 36:30

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Jason answers mailbag questions about his NBA player rankings list including on where Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton, Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum, and Portland Trail Blazers / Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard would rank if they were entering the season healthy. He also discusses why he put Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray ahead…

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NBA Player Rankings #23-21: Bam Adebayo, Evan Mobley, Jaylen Brown 36:24

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Jason breaks down the next set of players in his summer NBA player rankings including Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo, Cleveland Cavaliers big Evan Mobley, and Boston Celtics wing Jaylen Brown. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and The Volume

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445: Coffee with Mom—They Had Their Way with My Right Hip 1:08:10

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America’s Grandmother stops by to discuss the haunting melody of Adagio for Strings, dropping one’s phone in the toilet, and Peggy’s handsy masseuse. Big thanks to our awesome sponsors PureTalk.com/Rowe Get a Samsung Galaxy A36 for FREE with a $35 qualifying plan. TrumanBoot.com Use code MIKE for 15% off. SkillsUSA.org/mike Join the skilled trade m…

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NBA Player Rankings #25-24: Jamal Murray makes cut, does Trae Young, James Harden, or KAT? 45:27

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Jason kicks off his summer NBA player rankings countdown list by explaining the criteria, the players that just missed the cut, and how he has Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray, Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young, New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns, and Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden ranked. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for priva…

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Mailbag — Favorite NBA offseason moves: Kevin Durant to Rockets, Cam Johnson to Nuggets, Desmond Bane to Magic 40:55

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Jason answers mailbag questions from fans on topics including his favorite moves of the NBA offseason like Kevin Durant to the Rockets, Cam Johnson to the Nuggets, and Desmond Bane to the Magic. He also answers why he didn't love the Milwaukee Bucks waiving Damian Lillard to sign Myles Turner, how Nikola Jokic and Steph Curry compare all-time, the …

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Warriors Deep Dive: Jonathan Kuminga situation, Al Horford's impact, will Steph & Jimmy win title? 43:46

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Jason is joined by Sam Esfandiari of the 'Light Years Podcast' to break down all things Golden State Warriors including the totality of the Jonathan Kuminga situation, what Steph Curry / Jimmy Butler / Draymond Green need to be a top-tier NBA title contender, how Al Horford and DeAnthony Melton fit in the rotation, what they could get in trades fro…

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444: Jack Teetor—Blind Faith to Blind Logic 1:14:46

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Filmmaker Jack Teetor joins to discuss his new documentary, Blind Logic, about his granduncle, Ralph Teetor, who revolutionized the automotive industry. From inventing cruise control to influencing the development of the automatic transmission, Ralph was an automotive visionary, which is ironic since he did all that while being blind since childhoo…

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Reaction to Marcus Smart joining LeBron James, Luka Doncic & Lakers + Chris Paul to Clippers 38:59

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Jason reacts to the weekend's big NBA news of Marcus Smart getting bought out by the Washington Wizards and signing with the Los Angeles Lakers to join Luka Doncic and LeBron James. Then he breaks down Chris Paul signing with the LA Clippers and how he ranks the contenders in the Eastern Conference: the New York Knicks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Orlando…

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How Clippers OUTSMARTED Lakers: Kawhi & Harden vs. LeBron James & Luka Doncic roster comparison 31:47

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Jason answers mailbag questions from listeners of the show including one on why the Los Angeles Clippers are making a commitment to winning behind an older core of James Harden and Kawhi Leonard while the Los Angeles Lakers are standing pat around LeBron James and Luka Doncic. Then he discusses the media's view of Kobe Bryant being different than p…

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Reaction to Bleacher Report top 100 NBA players: MJ vs. LeBron, Kobe top 10 snub, Steph underrated 32:12

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Jason reacts to the Bleacher Report top 100 NBA players all-time list including the classic Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James debate, why Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant got snubbed being outside the top 10, and why Steph Curry of the Golden State Warriors is being underrated. Then he discusses Bradley Beal officially being bought out from the …

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443: Rick Perry—The Fight of a Lifetime 1:52:44

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Former Texas Governor and U.S. Energy Secretary Rick Perry stops by to talk about two things most folks wouldn't expect in the same sentence—AI data farms and psychedelic therapy. Perry breaks down why the Lone Star State is set to become a digital powerhouse for AI server farms and what that means for energy, jobs, and infrastructure. Then the con…

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Sneaky 2025 NBA Teams: Why Warriors, Spurs, Mavericks & Wizards will be better than you think 33:03

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Jason answers mailbag questions on topics including whether Victor Wembanyama will lead the San Antonio Spurs to a spot in the NBA playoffs, why the Washington Wizards might surprise some people after drafting Tre Johnson, how the Dallas Mavericks can be contenders with Cooper Flagg, Anthony Davis, and Kyrie Irving, why Jimmy Butler, Steph Curry an…

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Cooper Flagg vs. Dylan Harper Reaction: Two future STARS for Mavericks & Spurs showcase strengths 25:42

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Jason reacts to Dallas Mavericks top pick Cooper Flagg facing San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper in Harper's NBA Summer League debut. He discusses both guys showing off their strengths and why they project to be high-level players. Then he discusses Reed Sheppard's impressive Summer League game for the Houston Rockets and why he's key for the tea…

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Nuggets Deep Dive: Nikola Jokic can WIN TITLE after Cam Johnson, Valanciunas, Bruce Brown additions 54:20

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Jason is joined by Adam Mares of DNVR and the ALL NBA podcast to discuss the latest news about LeBron James before doing a deep dive into the Denver Nuggets offseason including how they’re building around Nikola Jokic, adding Cam Johnson, Jonas Valanciunas, Bruce Brown, and Tim Hardaway Jr. in the offseason, what it means for their current role pla…

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Reaction to BIZARRE LeBron James & Lakers situation w/ Jovan Buha 39:57

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Jason is joined by Los Angeles Lakers reporter Jovan Buha to discuss their reactions to Bronny James vs. Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks at Summer League, what to make of the strange ESPN story about LeBron James and his future in LA, as well as the outlook for the Lakers this upcoming season with Bron, Luka Doncic, Deandre Ayton, and Austin …

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Cooper Flagg vs. Bronny James Reaction: Mavericks get late win over Lakers on Summer League Day 1 29:50

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Jason reacts to the opening day of Las Vegas NBA Summer League including Mavericks top pick Cooper Flagg's debut against Bronny James, Dalton Knecht, and the Los Angeles Lakers. He also discusses impressive games from Ryan Nembhard and Oklahoma City Thunder guard Nikola Topic as well as what he expects from Bronny in terms of the NBA. #Volume See o…

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Lakers Offseason Reaction: Are Deandre Ayton & LaRavia enough for LeBron & Luka? + Knecht trade? 31:31

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Jason answers mailbag questions about the Los Angeles Lakers on topics such as Deandre Ayton's defensive struggles and his lack of post game, whether Jake LaRavia or Dalton Knecht is a better long term fit for LA alongside LeBron James and Luka Doncic, if Cam Whitmore or Andrew Wiggins is a better player, and his five biggest takeaways from the 202…

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442: Salena Zito—America's Journalist 1:38:20

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Salena Zito is a prolific author, award-winning reporter, and our great friend. No one knows the heartland like Salena, and she’s here to discuss the future of AI and the energy needed to pursue it, the sudden resurgence of interest in the skilled trades and how Pennsylvania is helping lead the way, and her brand-new book, Butler: The Untold Story …

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Warriors Offseason Reaction: Jonathan Kuminga questions, Al Horford rumors, how to help Steph Curry 28:59

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Jason breaks down all angles of the Golden State Warriors’ offseason, what they're trying to do around the core of Steph Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green, the latest on the Jonathan Kuminga situation, whether Boston Celtics big man Al Horford is going to sign with the Dubs, and more. Then he discusses the Bradley Beal buyout rumors with the …

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NBA Free Agency Winners: De'Andre Ayton to Lakers, Nuggets & Jokic upgrade + Mike Brown to Knicks 47:28

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Jason reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers signing center Deandre Ayton to pair with Luka Doncic and LeBron James. Then he gives his winners of NBA free agency including Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets for adding Cam Johnson and Bruce Brown, Nico Harrison's Dallas Mavericks for adding D'Angelo Russell, the Atlanta Hawks, the Houston Rockets for tra…

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NBA Free Agency Reaction: Damian Lillard waived by Bucks, Cam Johnson to Nuggets, Lakers weirdness 45:35

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Jason reacts to the first day and a half of NBA free agency including the Denver Nuggets trading Michael Porter Jr. to the Brooklyn Nets for Cam Johnson and adding Bruce Brown, the Milwaukee Bucks waiving Damian Lillard and signing former Indiana Pacers big Myles Turner, D'Angelo Russell going to the Dallas Mavericks, Nickeil Alexander-Walker going…

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Lakers Free Agency Qs: Will LA trade LeBron James, sign De'Andre Ayton, retain Dorian Finney-Smith? 34:59

2M ago34:59

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Jason reacts to the weekend's NBA free agency and trade news including De'Andre Ayton getting bought out of his contract by the Portland Trail Blazers, LeBron James opting in for his player option for the Los Angeles Lakers, Rich Paul's interesting statement, Dorian Finney-Smith rumored to be a Houston Rockets target, Lonzo Ball getting traded from…

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Lakers & Warriors offseason moves + Trades for Derrick White, Wiggins, Paul George? 45:16

2M ago45:16

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Jason answers mailbag questions on a variety of NBA free agency, trade, and draft topics including why the Los Angeles Lakers should trade for Andrew Wiggins from the Miami Heat, who the best pro from the draft will be outside of Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper, and Ace Bailey, why the Oklahoma City Thunder are the best champion of the 2020s, why it's b…

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LIVE NBA Draft Reaction: Cooper Flagg to Mavericks, Ace Bailey to Jazz + favorite picks & surprises 1:54:24

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Jason is joined by Carson Breber and Logan Camden of 'Nerd Sesh' for a live watch-along for the lottery of the 2025 NBA Draft. They'll react to every pick including Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper, Kon Knueppel, Ace Bailey, V.J. Edgecombe, and more, plus react to any trades made. They'll also discuss the Boston Celtics recent moves trading Jrue Holiday …

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Reaction to Jrue Holiday traded from Celtics to Trail Blazers for Anfernee Simons 24:50

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Jason reacts to all angles of the trade between the Celtics and Trail Blazers sending Jrue Holiday to Portland and Anfernee Simons to Boston. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and The Volume

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2025 NBA Draft Preview: Cooper Flagg all-time rank, the Ace Bailey debate, 3rd pick inflection point 1:43:58

2M ago1:43:58

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Jason is joined by NBA writer for The Athletic, Sam Vecenie, to discuss the aftermath of the NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers, Sam's general thoughts on the strength of the 2025 NBA Draft, and his detailed report on the top six prospects: Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper, Kon Knueppel, V.J. Edgecombe, Tre Johnson, and Ace B…

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441: Jillian Michaels—Keeping It (Very) Real 1:26:02

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Jillian Michaels is a renowned fitness expert, television personality, podcaster, and bestselling author known most for her role on The Biggest Loser. She has built a global brand around health, wellness, and personal empowerment through fitness. Big thanks to our terrific sponsors ZipRecruiter.com/Rowe Post a job for FREE. K12.com/ROWE Find a tuit…