The Rich Eisen Show

The Athletic’s Senior NBA Writer Jon Krawczynski tells guest host Tom Pelissero that the Timberwolves trade with the Charlotte Hornets for LaMelo Ball has been in the works for a long time and how the addition impacts Minnesota’s on-court identity, breaks down which teams are vying to trade with the Boston Celtics for Jaylen Brown, discusses LeBron James’ uncertain future with the Los Angeles Lakers, and more. In ‘What’s More Likely’ Tom weighs in on WR Brandon Aiyuk’s contentious relationship with the 49ers, Rams QB Matthew Stafford, the QB competitions for the Raiders, Vikings, and Falcons and more. Tom and Brockman engage in a heated debate on how to tell time and read a calendar, and discuss the latest controversy surrounding the way rough play on Caitlin Clark is officiated (not officiated?) in the WNBA.

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National Soccer Hall of Famer DaMarcus Beasley tells guest host Tom Pelissero the risks and rewards of the USMNT sitting some starters vs Turkey, how for the USA team can go in the World Cup with its talented mix of veterans and rising young stars, and reveals why he is NOT a fan of VAR reviews in soccer. Tom weighs in on how long the Rams can expect to have reigning NFL MVP Matthew Stafford as their starting quarterback, reveals what his expectations are for Los Angeles next season after their blockbuster trade for Myles Garrett, and says if the Cleveland Browns get enough in return for the 2-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year. TJ debates the value of NBA lottery picks vs players drafted in the 2nd half of the first round and later.

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Guest host Tom Pelissero and the guys react to the NBA’s blockbuster trade sending LaMelo Ball from the Charlotte Hornets to the Minnesota Timberwolves to pair with Anthony Edwards, and break down the chances that Jaylen Brown is dealt from the Celtics or remains in Boston next season. NFL Players Association Executive Director JC Tretter and Tom discuss the union’s most pressing issues including the chances the next CBA includes an 18-game season, pressuring the league to have natural grass in all stadiums, how to handle the Brendan Sorsby situation after his application for a Supplemental Draft was denied in the wake of his NCAA gambling scandal, and more.   

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Stand back- a Storm is coming! This week O'Shea and T.J. catch up with former WWE Women's Champion Jade Cargill who braved the elements, literally, as she stood in the rain for No-Contest Wrestling. Jade opened up about her recent wig incident on SmackDown and gave her first public comments on the matter. She also had some words for current Women's United States Champion, Tiffany Stratton who will be her opponent this weekend at "Night of Champions". Cargill will look to add that title to her resume. She also picks her Bar Fight Crew and names her dream WrestleMania opponents.
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Guest host Tom Pelissero recounts a great story about when happened during a 2004 Chiefs-Vikings preseason brawl the summer WWE legend Brock Lesnar tried out for Minnesota, and ranks the top 10 NFL storylines to monitor with the opening of training camps on the horizon.

Tom plays the ‘NFL Win-Loss Game’ with a Raiders fan and breaks down the realistic expectations for Las Vegas this season under first-time head coach Klint Kubiak.
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