Ryen opens with the Cavs’ Game 7 win, the Pistons’ flaws, and how confident he is in the Knicks reaching the Finals before talking about SGA’s back-to-back MVP awards and ranking the top 16 players in the Thunder–Spurs series, including SGA vs. Wemby for the top spot. Then, NBA champion Brendan Haywood stops by to break down both conference finals matchups, plus how to defend Wemby, share Kobe and LeBron stories, and explain why the 2011 Mavs were so motivated to beat the Heat. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including arguing with the elderly and pursuing an ex’s friend. NBA OPEN (1:47) Cavs beat Pistons in 7 & ECF pick (10:00) SGA wins MVP again (11:14) Ranking players in Thunder–Spurs BRENDAN HAYWOOD (21:36) Cavs bigs vs. Pistons bigs (27:30) Knicks–Cavs (32:50) Wemby or SGA right now? (34:55) Defending Wemby (41:31) LeBron and Kobe stories (51:21) Heat mocking Dirk’s illness in 2011 Finals NBA ALLIANCE (55:30) CHARLES LEE (1:02:00) How the Hornets took a huge leap (1:06:56) Drafting Kon Knueppel (1:12:20) Coaching LaMelo (1:18:23) Favorite player he’s coached (1:21:50) Learning from Orlando play-in blowout LIFE ADVICE (1:24:36) _ _ _ _ _ Learn more at https://m365copilot.com/work _ _ _ _ _ Get 20% off your first purchase at https://FastGrowingTrees.com/RYEN when using the code RYEN at checkout _ _ _ _ _

In our final show from Chicago, Ryen opens with the Pistons’ major problems after going down 3–2 to the Cavs. Then, Warriors assistant GM Larry Harris stops by to look back at the process of drafting Steph Curry, the pitch to Kevin Durant, why the two-timelines strategy didn’t work, and the continued search for another star to play alongside Steph. Next, Rockets GM Rafael Stone joins to talk about the injury-riddled season, expectations for Kevin Durant, and what needs to change next season for Houston to take the next step. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti hang out for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including a girlfriend wanting to move and more. CAVS GO UP 3–2 (1:49) Pistons have a problem LARRY HARRIS (13:37) Drafting Steph Curry (22:12) How they courted Kevin Durant (24:49) Using the draft to help Steph (32:26) The failure of the “two timelines” strategy (41:08) Why he gravitated toward the front office over coaching (42:58) Warriors pursuit of another star alongside Steph RAFAEL STONE (51:50) NIL impacting the draft’s depth? (52:47) Getting over a disappointing season (58:53) How Durant impacts the rest of the roster (1:04:24) Reed Sheppard (1:08:40) Jalen Green (1:13:11) How he became a GM LIFE ADVICE (1:14:56) _ _ _ _ _ Learn more at https://m365copilot.com/work _ _ _ _ _ Get your tickets and get courtside for the playoffs, at https://Cosm.com _ _ _ _ _ Shell V-Power® NiTRO+ Premium Gasoline. More power. More performance. In gasoline direct injection engine fuel injectors with continuous use of Shell V-Power NiTRO+ Premium Gasoline. Compared to lower octane fuels. Actual effects and benefits may vary according to vehicle type, driving conditions and driving style. See shell.us/more for more details. _ _ _ _ _

Ryen and the crew continue live from the NBA Combine in Chicago! He opens with the Spurs taking a 3–2 lead over the Wolves and why Wemby is the most fun player to watch in the NBA. Then, he chats with Wizards president Michael Winger about what it was like being in the lottery room when Washington landed the No. 1 pick, how many guys are really in the mix to go first overall, and how that player would fit alongside Trae Young and Anthony Davis. Next, he talks with former Tennessee star and future lottery pick Nate Ament about the draft process, how close he came to returning to school, and some funny Rick Barnes stories. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including hostility with a brother-in-law and whether a guy is too loose with his spending. WEMBY / SPURS BOUNCE BACK (1:36) Wemby is the most fun watch MICHAEL WINGER, WIZARDS PRESIDENT (13:37) Behind the scenes of winning the lottery (18:25) How many players would you take No. 1? (26:49) How the No. 1 pick fits with Trae & AD (34:00) His team-building philosophy (39:03) Darryn Peterson evaluation NATE AMENT (45:27) Combine check-in (47:12) Could he have actually gone back to Tennessee? (47:44) Funny Russillo/Rick Barnes story (53:02) Playing with and against other guys in this class (54:32) No way he’d miss March Madness (55:44) Expectations for the draft LIFE ADVICE (57:19) _ _ _ _ _ Learn more at https://m365copilot.com/work _ _ _ _ _ Join the Shell Fuel Rewards program and save. _ _ _ _ _ Get your tickets and get courtside for the playoffs, at https://Cosm.com _ _ _ _ _