Off The Bench With Kanell And Bell

Kanell and Bell react to Magic Johnson's surprising decision to step down as president of the Lakers (:30), before analyzing what's next for the organization. The guys then discuss the final home games for Dwyane Wade and Dirk Nowitzki (17:00). Next, up a Masters lookahead focusing on Danny and Raja's confidence in Tiger Woods (24:00). CBS Sports NHL writer Pete Blackburn joins to  preview the NHL playoffs. And finally, Giannis turns down Space Jam 2 (37:00).  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 react to Virginia winning their 1st ever hoops title (1:00) while focusing on the Cavaliers' redemption story, De'Andre Hunter's huge night and Tony Bennett breaking through. Next, the guys are joined by CBS Sports NBA writer James Herbert (15:30) to give an inside look at the legendary career of Dirk Nowitzki. Danny and Raja analyze a players poll (28:00) which labeled Russell Westbrook and Draymond Green as the NBA's most overrated and James Harden as the league's MVP. Finally, Aaron Rodgers responded to last week's 'smear attack' (42:00).  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 are joined by Reid Forgrave from Minneapolis to discuss the end of UVA-Auburn (1:00), before diving into previewing tonight's National Championship Game (7:00). The guys also react to claims that Zion Williamson was paid by Nike to pick Duke (12:00). Next, Danny and Raja analyze Antonio Brown's social media jabs towards Juju Smith-Schuster (22:30), Nick Saban's comments on early entrants in the NFL draft (28:30) and the benches clearing in Reds-Pirates yesterday (36:30). Finally, an early Masters look (41:30) and title game 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

Kanell and Bell are joined by Matt Norlander and Tim Doyle from Minneapolis to breakdown the Final Four including intriguing storylines, the lack of freshmen talent, the coaches and matchups. The guys discuss Sixers-Bucks or more like Embiid-Giannis, before diving into a Bleacher Report article detailing how egos split up Aaron Rodgers and Mike McCarthy. Next, some Eastern Conference playoff discussion and analysis of the Jets new jerseys. Finally, Final Four picks and Raja's new job!  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 another ejection from Gregg Popovich (2:30), the red-hot Rockets (9:30) and Doc Rivers as a Coach of the Year candidate (14:30). The guys then analyze whether the Nationals should have thrown at Bryce Harper (19:30), before dissecting the battle for the top pick in the NBA Draft (24:30). Big news next as CBS Sports and the BIG3 agree to a television rights deal to air games this summer (29:30). What's Raja's interest? Finally, Shaq or Giannis..at age 24 (43:00)? 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 breakdown Russell Westbrook's 20-20-20 statline last night vs the Lakers, the Warriors beating the Nuggets and fines for three Golden State stars. The guys then discuss Russell Wilson's desire for a new contract and the Raiders working out some top QBs. Danny and Raja analyze what went wrong for the AAF and comments on coaching from Geno Auriemma. Finally, reaction to Bryce Harper's bat flip and a not very audio-appealing sneaker showdown (check out social media for those clips)!  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 Zion Williamson's earning potential as he looks to sign a shoe deal (3:00). The guys discuss OBJ being introduced by the Browns (13:30), Ben Roethlisberger's radio show (19:00) and Julio Jones' contract (24:00). Danny and Raja dissect John Calipari's lifetime contract with Kentucky (28:30) and Bryce Harper's return to Washington (33:30). Finally, could LeBron play in the 2020 Olympics (40:00)? 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 react to a fantastic Elite Eight (1:30) including Duke going down, the end of Zion's college career, Coach K's performance, and how one-and-dones have hurt the Blue Devils. The guys then discuss LeBron being shut down by the Lakers (18:00) and the failure of his first season in Los Angeles. Next, another officiating controversy to dissect in the NBA (30:30), before an update on Tiger Woods leading up to the Masters. Finally, Tankathon Monday in The Association (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

Danny Kanell and Brady Quinn react to Thursday's Sweet 16 games (4:00) including Florida State's exit and questionable coaching and calls in Tennessee-Purdue. The guys also further discuss pass interference rule changes (11:00), the Cardinals options at No. 1 (21:00) and Baker Mayfield's potential second-year jump (26:00). Danny and Brady analyze if Zion Williamson is a lock to own the NBA (29:30), before finishing with some breakdancing talk (46:00).  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

Danny Kanell is joined by David Samson to recall Opening Day memories (5:30) including a few to forget with the Marlins, the Yankees and Red Sox fighting for AL East supremacy (11:30) and the impact of Bryce Harper's exit in DC (16:30). The guys then discuss how analytics impact the free agent market (22:00), why the MLB fails to market its stars (27:00), before issuing World Series predictions. Danny then discusses OBJ in Cleveland (32:00) and Jalen Hurts at Oklahoma (35:30).  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

Danny Kanell and guest host Tommy Tran chat fashion to kick things off, which is followed by a dissection Kliff Kingsbury's comments (5:30) on both Josh Rosen and Kyler Murray from the NFL's owners' meetings. The guys also chat the Giants' evolving quarterback plan  (13:00) and then focus on the massive change to the pass interference rule in the league (19:00). Next, Chip Patterson joins to break down the Sweet 16 (29:00) including Florida State's chances of upsetting Gonzaga and the status of Kentucky's PJ Washington. Finally, thanks to Eminem for listening to the show (42:00).  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

Danny Kanell is joined by David Samson to discuss Jacob deGrom's extension (4:00), the MLB offseason, Mike Trout's decision to re-up with the Angels and Noah Syndergaard's critical comments of the Mets organization. Next, David shares Ichiro stories (24:00) after spending last week in Japan to watch his final MLB series. Then, Gary Parrish joins Danny for an NCAA Tournament breakdown (30:30) including how Duke can be beaten. Finally, the never-ending drama in Pittsburgh adds another social media chapter (38:30).  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

Danny Kanell and Tommy Tran are joined by Matt Norlander to discuss the opening weekend of the NCAA Tournament (1:00) with a focus on Duke barely edging UCF and Ja Morant's impressive 2-game performance. Danny and Tommy also discuss the outrage around Tom Izzo berating a player during a tourney game (17:00) and Rob Gronkowski announcing his retirement (29:00). Finally, Lane Kiffin doesn't appear to be a fan of the transfer portal (39:00).  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

With Danny out in Vegas, former NBA All-Star and NCAA Champion Rip Hamilton joins Raja to remember some memorable March moments at UConn, while also taking a look at stars in this year's tournament.  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 D'Angelo Russell's dominant 4th quarter performance leading the Nets to an epic comeback victory last night (2:30), before reacting to March Madness tipping off with the First Four (9:00). The guys then focus on a possible trend of college basketball players skipping the postseason in order to prep for the NBA Draft (14:00). Danny and Raja shift to college football (21:00), examining Tate Martell's transfer waiver, Nick Bosa's health and Dwayne Haskins' hype. Lastly, we talk about load management in the NBA (34:00), a day after both LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo sat out Lakers-Bucks.  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 breakdown brackets of all kinds before discussing how March could impact pro prospects that will be featured on college basketball's biggest stage (5:00). Next, Danny and Raja try to guess what Dave Gettleman's plan is for the Giants (15:30) and react to breaking news of Mike Trout's record-setting deal with the Angels (23:30). The guys analyze the Spurs' success (27:30) and Isaiah Thomas' return to Boston (34:00). Finally, some Fortnite chatter (38:00).  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 react to the March Madness field (1:30) with a focus on the ACC's dominance, mid-majors that didn't make it and the likelihood of Duke winning the title. Danny and Raja then discuss takeaways from Tiger Wood's performance at TPC Sawgrass (17:00) before dissecting the Dolphins' plans to tank in 2019. Next, a debate between Joel Embiid and Giannis Antetokounmpo as to who you would want to start a team (27:30), followed by analysis of LeBron's late-season health and complacency. Finally, a breakdown of some epic tanking (39:30) and bad umping. 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 analyze Zion Williamson's incredible return for Duke in the ACC Tourney (2:00), breaking down his pro potential, his shoe selection and the tripping incident involving a Syracuse player. The guys react to breaking news of Kareem Hunt's suspension (11:00) and the risk the Browns are taking with Odell Beckham Jr. Danny and Raja talk Tiger in The Players (24:00) and the Raptors trying to convince Kawhi Leonard to stay in Toronto (28:00). More on Nick Foles changing the locker room culture in Jacksonville (37:30), number swaps and home run derby incentives to finish 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 start the podcast by talking hockey and fighting in the sport (1:00). The guys then dive into the Raiders offseason (5:00) and Odell potentially wanting a new contract in Cleveland (14:00). Next, Danny and Raja analyze Kyler Murray's Pro Day (18:30) and the Warriors beating the Rockets last night (23:30). We address Lamar Jackson's Instagram video he apologized for (29:00) and the safety market in the NFL right now. Finally, Raja shouts out Utah (37;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 react to a wild day in the NFL with Odell Beckham Jr being dealt to the Browns (2:00) and Le'Veon Bell signing a free agent contract with the Jets (13:00). The guys then preview Kyler Murray's Pro Day (21:00) and update us on Russell Westbrook's incident in Utah the other night (30:00). Finally, Danny and Raja discuss the college admissions bribery scandal that stole headlines yesterday (37:00).  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