Off The Bench With Kanell And Bell

Kanell and Bell discuss horse racing and golf to kick off the show as Derby winner Country House has been pulled from the Preakness and John Daly has been given a medical exemption to use a golf cart for the PGA Championship. Next, the guys breakdown the Sixers embarrassing effort against the Raptors in Game 5 and Joel Embiid's continued health concerns. Danny and Raja then welcome in Metta World Peace to talk about his upcoming documentary ('Quiet Storm: The Ron Artest Story' set to premiere May 31 on Showtime). Metta discusses his earliest basketball memories, how he would defend today's top talent, playing with Kobe Bryant and against Raja Bell. The guys then welcome in Pete Blackburn to break down the NHL playoffs. Finally, some love for the Nuggets and Nikola Jokic, tonight's NBA picks and our weekly shoe showdown.  To watch Off the Bench segments like 'Shoe Showdown' visit our YouTube page at 'youtube.com/kanellandbell.'  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.a

Kanell and Bell analyze the Rockets evening their series with the Rockets behind physical play, while also focusing on the Warriors future and reports that they are prepared for offseason change, as well as indications Boogie Cousins could return from injury in the playoffs. The guys discuss the Bucks taking a commanding 3-1 series lead on the Celtics, before diving into Kyrie Irving's struggles with CBS Sports basketball writer Reid Forgrave. Next, Cam is feeling good and friendly and we continue to learn about Jon Gruden's culture in Oakland . To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kanell and Bell talk horses and react to a controversial Kentucky Derby finish, before diving into an NBA playoffs discussion focusing on Kawhi's incredible performance, if he's outplaying Kevin Durant and ongoing health concerns with Joel Embiid. The guys analyze LeBron James' comments on Magic Johnson's exit and reports that the Lakers are close to hiring Ty Lue. Danny thinks Clemson is officially the new Alabama, and are we overreacting to recent shooting struggles from Steph Curry? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Danny Kanell and guest host David Samson talk life and basketball including the Sixers dominating performance over the Raptors last night and what this series means for Kawhi's future in Toronto. Danny and David shift focus to baseball and the juicing of the balls, before examining Shohei Ohtani's impatience and how the Yankees have dealt with injuries. Next, the guys chat Kentucky Derby and more Dave Gettleman. Lastly, even without Raja, we include some Fortnite discussion. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kanell and Bell start today's podcast simply by talking what's on their mind, before eventually discussing Kentucky Derby. The guys discuss the intrigue in this year's NBA playoffs and how offseason hoops rumors have gotten a bit out of control. Next, Danny hits us with some Game of Thrones theories before diving into Philly fans booing Bryce Harper. We focus on dealing with criticism in sports in relation to Daniel Jones, and if any players will be suspended for leaving the bench in Nuggets-Blazers. Finally, Dwayne Haskins gets his No. 7 and Tiger is skipping the Wells Fargo Championship. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kanell and Bell react to Game 2 between the Rockets and Warriors, highlighting the positive job the officials did and analyzing the impact of injuries to James Harden and Steph Curry. Next, the guys discuss how athletes deal with pressure and what separates good and great players. Danny and Raja chat the Bucks blowout of the Celtics, and the Packers handing out Clay Matthews' old #52 to rookie Rashan Gary. We welcome Pete Blackburn in to talk about the NHL playoffs, before evaluating odds for the 1st pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. Finally, more on Jeopardy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kanell and Bell discuss the NBA's release of the last two minute report for Game 1 of Rockets-Warriors and dissect what calls the league got right and wrong. The guys react to Chris Paul not being suspended and Scott Foster being assigned to Game 2. Next, Danny and Raja breakdown the Sixers win over the Raptors and their best remaining players in the postseason. We take a look at some early NFL over/unders before sharing angry injury stories.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kanell and Bell start Monday's episode with reactions to last night's Game of Thrones episode (SPOILER ALERT!). The guys then recap the rest of the NFL Draft highlighted by Josh Rosen's trade to the Dolphins and Dave Gettleman's perplexing explanation for selecting Daniel Jones. Danny and Raja then discuss yesterday's Game 1 between the Warriors and Rockets with a heavy focus on officiating. Raja details why James Harden should have been sent to to the line a lot more on Sunday. Next, how the Celtics contained Giannis, plus explaining D.K. Metcalf's drop in the draft. Finally, is it better to go undrafted than in the 7th round and should underclassmen be allowed to return to school? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kanell and Bell are in Nashville for the NFL Draft and to recap Thursday's Round 1. The guys are joined by CBS Sports draft expert Ryan Wilson to evaluate the selections of three quarterbacks in the first round, including the Cardinals committing to Kyler Murray at #1, the Giants reaching for Daniel Jones at #6 and the Redskins selecting Dwayne Haskins #15. Danny, Raja and Ryan also evaluate the Jets, Raiders and Broncos 1st-rounds. Next, a difficult discussion on Tyreek Hill after disturbing audio with his fiancee was released yesterday. Also, why is Greedy Williams dropping? The guys react to breaking news of Dabo Swinney's contract extension before looking ahead at Day 2 of the draft.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kanell and Bell are in Nashville for the NFL Draft and are joined by Ole Miss WR D.K. Metcalf to discuss his insane combine performance, draft expectations and more. Danny and Raja then analyze how much pressure is on the Raiders, plus why it's a mistake for Daniel Snyder to be in charge of the Redskins' draft. The guys breakdown Game 5s in the Western Conference with the Clippers staying alive against the Warriors and the Rockets closing out the Jazz. Finally, some NFL Draft props to close the show.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kanell and Bell react to an epic finish to Blazers-Thunders and even more heroics from Damian Lillard. The guys also discuss what's next for Oklahoma City, and how serious a contender the Sixers and Raptors will be the rest of these playoffs. The guys analyze the Seahawks dealing Frank Clark to the Chiefs and a trade demand from a kicker!? Pete Blackburn joins the show to breakdown the hockey playoffs, before Danny and Raja rail against the NCAA. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kanell and Bell discuss Odell Beckham taking to Twitter to address Dave Gettleman's comments about the Giants' culture (3:30). The guys also hit on the odds Kyler Murray is still selected #1 overall (15:30). Danny and Raja dissect why Magic Johnson remains loosely involved with the Lakers and why it's such a bad idea to keep that relationship going (20:51). Next, how can the Celtics contain Giannis (30:00), plus how dysfunctional are the Suns? Finally, Donovan McNabb seems bitter (42:00) and NBA playoff picks.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Raja Bell is joined by guest host Tommy Tran to breakdown the NBA playoffs including Kevin Durant and company silencing the Clippers, the Celtics completing the sweep of the Pacers, the Thunder falling behind 3-1 to the Blazers and Russell Westbrook's antics with the media. Next, the guys discuss the league's relationship with refs following a double-ejection in Saturday's Sixers-Nets matchup. Raja and Tommy react to the Raiders sending scouts home prior to the draft plus Jalen Ramsey's response to Tom Coughlin. Finally,  a new look for Russell Wilson, another Yankees injury and NBA playoff picks. Spoiler Alert! The last 45 seconds of the episode discusses Game of Thrones.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Danny Kanell and David Samson dive into a discussion on bat flips and baseball etiquette. Next, the Sixers win without Joel Embiid and Josh Rosen finally comments on his offseason full of trade rumors. Danny and David analyze the current state of the AL East and  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kanell and Bell react to the release of the NFL schedule and discuss what players immediately look for. The guys also discuss James Harden's heroics stretching into the playoffs before breaking down another bat 'flip' and clearing of the benches in baseball. Raja confirms he will not be joining David Griffin in the Pelicans' front office but does offer his thoughts on New Orleans' chances of keeping Anthony Davis. Lastly, spoofing Russell Wilson and picking Thursday night in the NBA.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kanell and Bell react to a busy night in the NBA playoffs, including the Blazers taking a 2-0 series lead over the Thunder with a focus on Dame vs. Russ, the Raptors and Kyle Lowry responding by blowing out the Magic, and the Nuggets using a brilliant 4th quarter from Jamal Murray to even their series with the Spurs. The guys chat more on Boogie Cousins' injury now that he is officially out indefinitely, as well as what's the latest with the Lakers. Danny and Raja welcome Pete Blackburn to guide them through the NHL playoffs. We end with Wednesday night NBA picks and our weekly shoe showdown.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kanell and Bell react to the Clippers historic comeback against the Warriors and the impact of losing Boogie Cousins for Golden State. The guys also discuss Russell Wilson's new contract with the Seahawks and Joel Embiid's flagrant foul on Jarrett Allen. Danny and Raja breakdown Zion Williamson declaring for the NBA Draft and something that other sports leagues can copy from hockey!? Finally, NBA Game 2 previews.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kanell and Bell react to Tiger Woods winning the Masters and his first major since 2008 (0:20). The guys discuss how incredible his comeback has been and if he will catch Jack Nicklaus. Danny recaps his experience at the Masters (16:00), before analysis of the NBA Playoffs (21:00). We take a look at Paul George's injured shoulder, Kyle Lowry's sluggish start to the postseason, Ben Simmons' struggling and calling out fans, and Steph going off. Finally, it's self-imposed deadline day for Russell Wilson (40:00), while Luke Walton looks to be the new Kings coach (45:00).  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kanell and Bell discuss Day 1 of the Masters (:30) and look ahead to Day 2, focusing on Tiger's performance, Brooks Koepka's stardom, a surprising Phil Mickelson, and a struggling Jordan Spieth. The guys react to more social media drama from Steelers and ex-Steelers (21:45) as well as Nick Bosa's activity on Twitter. Next, Danny and Raja chat more on how news is spread these days in relation to how Dave Joerger found out he was fired by the Kings (33:30). Finally, Masters weekend predictions (40:30). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kanell and Bell are pumped to breakdown all things Masters (1:00), including Dustin Johnson's need for another major, Jordan Spieth's previous success, and Rory's successful season to date. The guys then shift focus to the NBA (20:30), reacting to Raja's Rookie of the Year pick dropping 40 in the regular season finale, then analyzing the East and West playoffs. Danny and Raja discuss Dwayne Haskins not attending the NFL Draft (31:30) and end with some Tiger talk (37:30).  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices