Episodes

  • Full Show | Tuesday 06-16-26

    Full Show | Tuesday 06-16-26
    Jun 16 2026
    Nick Ashooh fills in for Chris Russell and leads a wide-ranging discussion just one week ahead of the NBA Draft, as the Washington Wizards prepare to make a franchise-defining decision with the No. 1 overall pick. The show features audio from Monumental Basketball president Michael Winger outlining what the organization is prioritizing in its selection, alongside a breakdown of the top-tier debate between prospects AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson, with added intrigue from how the Utah Jazz could influence draft leverage. The conversation expands into college football news with Ari Temkin breaking down the latest developments in the Brendan Sorsby and Texas Tech gambling situation, including potential eligibility implications for the NFL Supplemental Draft, before shifting to NFL and NFC outlooks where the Washington Commanders’ offseason moves and possible additions are evaluated. The second half of the show focuses on broader NBA trends, examining the league’s shift toward building around young cores rather than traditional superteams, with the New York Knicks highlighted as a rare recent example of a different model that still found success, while additional NFL context includes George Pickens reporting to Dallas Cowboys minicamp amid ongoing contract uncertainty.
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    2 hrs and 7 mins
  • Hour 1 - Wizards Draft Countdown, Sorsby Fallout, and Commanders NFC Hopes

    Hour 1 - Wizards Draft Countdown, Sorsby Fallout, and Commanders NFC Hopes
    Jun 16 2026
    Nick Ashooh fills in for Chris Russell with just one week remaining until the NBA Draft, breaking down every option available to the Wizards as they prepare to make a franchise-altering decision with the No. 1 overall pick. The show features audio from Monumental Basketball president Michael Winger, who explains what Washington is looking for in a top selection and the type of player the organization hopes to build around moving forward. The conversation continues with a debate over AJ Dybantsa versus Darryn Peterson as potential No. 1 picks, while also examining how the Utah Jazz’s interest in both prospects could give Washington added flexibility and leverage on draft night. Later, Ari Temkin of Big 12 Radio joins the show to discuss the latest developments in the Brendan Sorsby and Texas Tech gambling saga, including reports that Sorsby could seek eligibility for the NFL Supplemental Draft. Nick then examines what Diggs could add to the Commanders, evaluates the team’s offseason additions, and discusses where Washington fits in a wide-open NFC race entering the 2026 season.
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    45 mins
  • Hour 2 - How the NBA Is Shifting Toward Young Core Builds Over Superteams

    Hour 2 - How the NBA Is Shifting Toward Young Core Builds Over Superteams
    Jun 16 2026
    Nick Ashooh fills in for Chris Russell to examine a changing NBA landscape as teams increasingly prioritize developing young cores over assembling traditional superstar superteams. The discussion centers on top draft prospects AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson, and what Washington’s No. 1 overall pick reveals about where the league is headed in team-building philosophy. The conversation also explores whether the “superteam” model still works in today’s NBA, with the Knicks serving as a potential outlier after recent success built around high-end talent consolidation. Additional NFL context rounds out the hour, including George Pickens reporting to Dallas Cowboys minicamp as contract uncertainty continues to loom over his long-term future with the Cowboys.
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    41 mins
  • Hour 3 - Wizards Trade Buzz, NFC East Breakdown & Nationals Push

    Hour 3 - Wizards Trade Buzz, NFC East Breakdown & Nationals Push
    Jun 16 2026
    Nick Ashooh fills in for Chris “The Rooster” Russell on Audacy’s The Team 980 as the Wizards’ trade conversations continue to gain momentum, with Trae Young rumors and draft capital discussions shaping how Washington approaches its long-term roster build. The segment also explores how elite-level assets and star movement impact the Wizards’ direction as they weigh major offseason decisions. The show then shifts to the NFL, where Nick and A-MAC break down the NFC East landscape, including a closer look at the Giants and how the division stacks up heading into the season. The conversation broadens to the Washington Nationals, checking in on their strong play above .500 and their positioning in the NL Wild Card race.
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    41 mins
  • Ari Temkin, Big 12 Radio, on Brendan Sorsby, Texas Tech and College Sports

    Ari Temkin, Big 12 Radio, on Brendan Sorsby, Texas Tech and College Sports
    Jun 16 2026
    Ari Temkin joins Nick Ashooh to break down the latest developments in the growing Brendan Sorsby and Texas Tech gambling controversy, including reports that Sorsby is exploring eligibility for the NFL Supplemental Draft as questions surrounding his collegiate future continue to mount. Ari examines the potential ramifications for Sorsby, Texas Tech, and college football at large while discussing how gambling-related investigations are creating new challenges for schools, conferences, and the NCAA. The conversation expands into the broader uncertainty facing college athletics in the NIL and transfer portal era, as both Nick and Ari explore whether college sports are entering an unprecedented period of instability with shifting rules, enforcement questions, and an increasingly unclear path forward.
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    15 mins
  • Nick Ashooh Breaks Down the Wizards’ Options With the No. 1 Pick

    Nick Ashooh Breaks Down the Wizards’ Options With the No. 1 Pick
    Jun 16 2026
    With the NBA Draft just one week away, Nick Ashooh fills in for Chris Russell and explores every avenue available to the Washington Wizards as they prepare to make the most important franchise decision in more than a decade with the No. 1 overall pick. The show features audio from Monumental Basketball president Michael Winger outlining the qualities the organization values in a top selection, setting the stage for a debate between top prospects AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson. Nick breaks down each player’s fit, upside, and long-term impact on Washington’s rebuild while examining how the Utah Jazz’ interest in either prospect could create leverage for the Wizards through trade scenarios or draft maneuvering.
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    23 mins
  • Full Show | Monday 06-15-26

    Full Show | Monday 06-15-26
    Jun 15 2026
    The show opens with Nick Ashooh filling in for Chris Russell and reacting to the New York Knicks capturing an NBA title in five games over the San Antonio Spurs, breaking down how their roster-building approach compares to other contenders and what it signals for teams like the Washington Wizards as they navigate the draft, trade market, and ongoing rebuild. The conversation expands into broader NBA storylines, including injury news on Wizards' Alex Sarr, rising scrutiny of Victor Wembanyama following his Finals performance, and league-wide rumor mill chatter shaping offseason narratives. Attention then shifts to the Washington Commanders, as OTAs bring roster and scheme questions into focus, including early impressions of new personnel, the fit of potential addition Brandon Aiyuk, and how the team’s coordinators under Dan Quinn are shaping identity heading into the season, with insights from Michael Jenkins on breakout candidates and key developments. The show closes with additional NFL and college football discussion, including long-term roster outlooks, the Knicks’ sustainability as champions, and speculation surrounding Arch Manning’s future at Texas.
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    2 hrs and 12 mins
  • Hour 1 - Knicks Capture NBA Title, Wizards Draft Outlook, and the Latest NBA Rumor Mill

    Hour 1 - Knicks Capture NBA Title, Wizards Draft Outlook, and the Latest NBA Rumor Mill
    Jun 15 2026
    The hour opens with Nick Ashooh filling in for Chris Russell and reacting to the Knicks’ NBA Finals victory over the Spurs in five games, breaking down New York’s roster-building strategy and how it compares to other championship contenders around the league. Nick examines what made the Knicks’ approach successful and whether other franchises can replicate that formula in today’s NBA. The conversation then shifts to the Washington Wizards, as Nick discusses where the team currently stacks up in the Eastern Conference and whether a trade during the draft or later in the offseason could accelerate the rebuild. They also dive into the latest NBA pre-draft rumors, sorting through what’s real, what’s smoke, and how those storylines could impact Washington’s plans moving forward as the Wizards continue shaping their future.
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    49 mins