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Episode Synopsis
00:00–01:11 – Chris and Matt open with frustration about the NBA Draft now being split into two days. They argue it’s a money-driven move and compare it to the NFL’s draft schedule overhaul.01:11–02:25 – They discuss the rarity of second-round NBA success, citing Jokic, Draymond, and Brunson as exceptions. Chris browses sportsbook odds for upcoming second-round picks.02:25–03:35 – Chris notes most first-round NBA picks won’t start their rookie seasons, a stark contrast to the NFL. They joke about the limitations of only five players on the court at once.03:35–05:27 – A lighthearted segment on their own basketball habits, with Matt preferring flashy passes over smart ones.05:27–06:43 – Chris predicts Cooper Flagg starts for Dallas, but Dylan Harper likely comes off the bench in San Antonio. They banter over mispronunciations and backcourt depth.06:43–08:52 – Discussion shifts to wrestling, specifically The Iron Claw. Chris and Matt reflect on the Von Erichs and surprising facts like Kerry Von Erich wrestling on a prosthetic foot.08:52–10:30 – Praise for A24’s films like Uncut Gems and Midsommar. They touch on the hit-or-miss nature of indie films and the underwhelming reception of Death of a Unicorn.10:30–11:31 – Chris and Matt debate Tim Robinson’s comedy. Chris prefers curated clips over full episodes, comparing it to Key & Peele’s digestible skits.11:31–13:04 – They share mild airplane anxiety stories, including watching a John Oliver piece on air traffic control after an international flight.13:04–14:31 – Chris talks about Department Q and how it aims to be like Slow Horses. Matt enjoys Reacher, calling it action-packed and easy to follow.14:31–19:34 – They talk about The Bear Season 4’s surprise drop. Matt debates pausing Reacher to start it. Reviews suggest it’s divisive, possibly the show’s weakest season yet.19:34–22:16 – The Sixers take VJ Edgecombe at #3,. They discuss rumors of a Paul George trade that didn’t materialize and share odds for unlikely Finals matchups.22:16–24:25 – They reflect on Denzel Valentine’s brief NBA career despite his decorated college résumé. Colin Gillespie starting for Phoenix adds to the unpredictable NBA narrative.24:25–25:23 – Chris identifies Rasheer Fleming and Maxime Raynaud as ideal fits for Philly in round two. 25:23–28:30 – Talk shifts to Knicks coaching rumors. Names like Mike Brown, Taylor Jenkins, and Rick Brunson come up. They joke about Jason Kidd and the randomness of some reported candidates.28:30–32:16 – They recount a social media spat between SGA and Bronny James over draft and championship hats. Bronny misstates how many rings LeBron has, prompting Alex Caruso to step in jokingly.32:16–34:24 – They revisit the draft, discussing Ace Bailey’s fall due to pre-draft comments about not wanting to go to Utah. They joke about Utah’s caffeine restrictions and soda preferences.34:24–END – With most major sports paused, they acknowledge summer as a slow sports period aside from baseball. Chris celebrates The Underdog’s YouTube channel hitting 200K subscribers and teases a costly new video project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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