First Things First

(0:00) 76ers eliminate Celtics, What’s went wrong for Boston? (23:39) Lakers eliminate Rockets, What’s next for Kevin Durant? (37:31) Are the 76ers dangerous with Joel Embiid? (45:15) Cade Cunningham carries Pistons, Thunder ‘one of the best teams ever’?  (01:02:23) 76ers vs. Knicks, Anthony Edwards to play vs. Spurs, Should Wemby be worried? (01:15:58) Where should the Celtics go from here?  (01:...

The Kevin Wildes Podcast Network expands. Wildes officially welcomes Danny Parkins for a sit-down conversation covering the power of audio, the evolution of sports media, and New York hot takes: what’s overrated and underrated. More Danny Parkins content is on the way with including clips from his new show, Clips Only. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(0:00) T-Wolves eliminate Nuggets, How does this impact Nikola Jokic’s legacy?  (24:50) 76ers force Game 7 vs. Celtics, Time for Boston to panic? (37:09) Knicks blow out Hawks and advance to next round (45:07) Title Pie (01:03:51) 76ers vs. Celtics is ‘delicious’, Has the Nuggets’ title window closed? (01:19:46) What would losing this series mean for LeBron and the Lakers?  (01:25:08) Celtics ‘sho...

(0:00) Lakers lose Game 5, Kevin Durant to miss Game 6, Pistons beat Magic (24:51) George Pickens signs franchise tag, Shedeur vs. Watson QB Battle (40:22) Can the 76ers force a Game 7 vs. the Celtics? (46:15) BUD List (01:07:12) Knicks expectations, Was Jabari Smith right about the Rockets being better than the Lakers?  \01:18:35) Will Jokic and the Nuggets survive against the T-Wolves? (01:25:25...

(0:00) Celtics lose Game 5 to 76ers, Will Wemby be the G.O.A.T?  (25:24) Russell Wilson in talks with Jets, Should the Rams trade for A.J. Brown? (40:19) Knicks ease concerns with Game 5 win over Hawks? (45:47) NIck’s Tiers (01:05:20) NBA Draft Lottery changes, Will the Lakers gentleman’s sweep the Rockets? (01:17:57) Cristian Roldan joins (01:25:00) Packed Stats, Celtics concerns, Knicks ease all...

(0:00) Nuggets beat T-Wolves in Game 5, Pistons down 3-1 to Magic (27:51) George Pickens still hasn’t signed franchise tag, Believe Ty Simpson met with Sean McVay? (42:43) Game 5 a must-win for the Knicks? (46:50) King of the Hill (01:06:07) Should the Chiefs sign Tyreek Hill?  (01:19:10) Nuggets or Pistons in more trouble? (01:23:50) Top Ten Tuesday, Shocking the Pistons are facing elimination? (...

(0:00) Lakers up 3-1, Nikola Jokic struggles  (26:25) Chiefs draft all-defense, Could Drew Allar take Aaron Rodgers’ job? (40:17) Are the Knicks still in trouble after tying the Hawks 2-2? (45:04) Has Kevin Durant played his last game with the Rockets?  (01:05:45) Cardinals draft Carson Beck, Jaguars in trouble?  (01:19:26) Can the T-Wolves end the Nuggets’ season? (01:24:11) Wemby ‘can give Thund...

(0:00) Rams draft Ty Simpson 13th, Chiefs draft on defense, Who won Round 1?  (25:02) Jokic struggling, Are the Knicks in trouble after losing Game 3?  (38:14) Title Pie (46:47) How should Stafford feel about the Rams drafting a QB? (01:05:31) BUD List  (01:19:12) Giants draft Arvell Reese and Francis Mauigoa, Nabers right to be frustrated? (01:24:17) Hawks beat Knicks, Should the Rams have drafte...

(0:00) Nick’s Picks 1-8 (21:06) Nick’s Picks 9-14 (36:38) Nick’s Picks 15-16 (43:12) Nick’s Picks 17-24 (01:03:48) Nick’s Picks 25-28 (01:13:58) Nick’s Picks 29-32 (01:26:23) NFL Draft Grades Pre-Draft (01:29:58) Danny’s Mock Draft (01:48:38) Frenemies (02:01:44) Do the Chiefs go with defense or draft someone on offense?  (02:11:42) Who will win the NFL Draft? Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

(0:00) Wemby suffers concussion in Game 2 loss, Lakers go up 2-0 on Rockets (28:25) Will Fernando Mendoza be better than Drake Maye? (42:41) Celtics lose to 76ers, Should they be concerned? (47:51) NIck’s NBA Tiers (01:05:45) How far can LeBron carry the Lakers? (01:18:12) Bob Bradley joins (01:26:04) Packed Stats, Bigger story LeBron’s performance or KD’s dud? (01:48:25) Front Office (01:57:34) I...

(0:00) Hawks beat Knicks, T-Wolves beat Nuggets, What does unanimous DPOY mean for Wemby? (26:44) Steelers don’t expect Rodgers decision before draft (39:51) Are the Cavaliers serious contenders? (46:14) King of the Hill (01:03:36) Can the Lakers win Game 2 vs. Rockets? (01:16:52) Knicks or Nuggets in more trouble? (01:25:03) Top 10 Tuesday, Knicks in trouble? (01:48:41) Ty Simpson a must-draft fo...

(0:00) LeBron leads Lakers to Game 1 win over Rockets, Wemby met expectations? (25:15) Bengals trade for Dexter Lawrence, A.J. Brown a good fit for Patriots? (39:42) Time for Wildes to abandon the Hornets? (45:46) Nick’s Mock Draft 3.0 (01:04:44) Nuggets beat T-Wolves, Tatum performs, Panic time for the Pistons?  (01:16:48) Is Brou still picking the Spurs to win the NBA Finals? (01:23:17) LeBron u...

Kevin Wildes breaks down the top 10 new sporting goods items and explains why he recently made a switch at the #1 spot. From nostalgia to practicality, Wildes gives three undeniable reasons why baseball gloves are king… and even calls a friend to prove just how unforgettable they really are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(0:00) Warriors beat Clippers, Cade & Luka eligible for awards (25:32) Cardinals scout Ty Simpson, Should the Chiefs trade up in the Draft?  (37:50) What happens if the Thunder win the lottery?  (45:49) DUD List (01:08:36) Can the Lakers upset the Rockets? (01:17:43) LaMelo Ball fined, What’s on the line for him in the play-in? (01:25:08) What’s next for Kawhi Leonard after Warriors eliminated Cli...

(0:00) Hornets beat Heat, Trail Blazers beat Suns, Should LaMelo Ball be suspended? (26:25) Raiders ‘should consider’ trading 1st-overall pick, What is the Chiefs’ biggest need? (41:29) Do the Steelers need to draft a QB?  (47:04) Nick’s Tiers (01:06:51) Should Play-In games impact awards ballots?  (01:17:20) Dax McCarty joins for World Cup Wednesday (01:26:11) Packed Stats, LaMelo Ball trips Bam...

(0:00) SGA vs. Michael Jordan, Luka’s injury dilemma, Warriors vs. Clippers preview (26:31) Jeremiyah Love is “a unicorn”, Do the Bills need to add a WR in the draft? (40:45) Can LaMelo Ball lead the Hornets to a run? (49:05) King of the Hill (01:02:42) Which team is under the most pressure this NFL Draft? (01:18:18) Suns or Trail Blazers more likely to trouble Spurs? (01:25:35) Danny’s Top Ten Mo...

(0:00) NBA rests starters in season finale, Rory McIlroy wins 2nd-straight Masters (25:55) Rockets heavy favorites vs. Lakers, What’s next for Giannis? (39:37) Travis Hunter questions reports about him playing CB full-time (45:59) Nick’s Mock Draft 2.0 (01:04:24) Can the T-Wolves upset the Nuggets?  (01:19:09) Will the Thunder have a 1st-round exit?  (01:24:20) LeBron James’ “A-Plus” season, Are t...

(0:00) Knicks beat Celtics, Can LeBron carry the Lakers to a playoff series win? (25:05) Travis Hunter to move to CB full-time, Is Ty Simpson worth a 1st-round pick? (42:40) Brou’s MVP Ballot (47:14) Title Pie (01:04:23) Thunder resting players vs. Nuggets, How have injuries impacted Embiid’s legacy? (01:15:54) Has the league figured out Lamar Jackson? (01:24:33) Tatum returns to MSG, Will LeBron...

(0:00) Thunder beat Clippers, Clinch 1-seed, Are they on dynasty watch? (26:15) Ravens’ “Super Bowl window”, Can Lamar Jackson win a ring? (38:22) Myles Garrett not at Day 1 of Browns offseason program (45:24) BUD List (01:05:05) Expectations for Jayson Tatum vs. Knicks? (01:17:22) Is Pash Rusher the Chiefs number one need? (01:24:44) Steph and LeBron team-up? What would another MVP and title mean...

(0:00) Thunder beat Lakers, Need to see Wemby play before playoffs? (26:57) Giants’ excitement over Jaxson Dart, Can Trevor Lawrence win MVP? (40:09) Should Texans still believe in C.J. Stroud? (45:33) Nick’s Tiers (01:04:48) Who is Fernando Mendoza’s NFL comparison? (01:16:15) John Strong joins (01:25:11) Packed Stats, Will the Thunder or someone else win the Title? (01:47:55) Buying or selling J...

(0:00) Michigan beats UConn, Any concern for Vitor Wembanyama’s ribs? (26:33) All 10 NFL teams with new HCs start workouts, Trust Bills or Ravens more? (40:03) LeBron James’ confidence, Can he still carry the Lakers? (46:38) King of the Hill (01:03:06) Will Giannis and the Bucks have a ‘nasty breakup’?  (01:16:58) Will Fernando Mendoza be a franchise QB?  (01:26:13) Top 10 Tuesday, What was the bi...

(0:00) Jokic vs. Wembanyama, Is the Lakers season officially over? (24:41) Lamar Jackson’s participates in workouts, Eagles in trouble with Jalen Hurts (38:19) Cooper Flagg ROTY favorite (43:49) NIck’s Mock Draft 1.0 (01:06:51) Lakers lose to Mavs, What to make of LeBron James’ performances? (01:16:33) UConn vs. Michigan preview (01:23:21) Lakers playoff potential, Can UConn upset Michigan? (01:46...

Kevin Wildes walks through three moments in sports where people clearly weren’t paying attention — from a strange Red Sox game, to Francisco Lindor’s game mishaps, to Todd Monken missing the coach’s picture. So what’s going on? He wants your take. Watch all six reasons Wildes came up with, rank them in the comments, and add your own. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...

(0:00) Thunder beat Lakers, What does Luka Doncic’s injury mean for Los Angeles? (19:59) Brou’s MVP Ballot (30:51) Final Four predictions (36:31) Luka risks falling short of 65-game minimum for awards (43:31) Title Pie (56:17) Can LeBron carry the Lakers? (01:00:48) WInners and Losers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(0:00) Victor Wembanyama scores 41 points, Will the Spurs win a title? (25:39) George Pickens contract dispute, Raiders sign Kirk Cousins (39:42) Is ABS good for baseball? (46:04) BUD List (01:05:57) Has Nikola Jokic become underrated? (01:16:16) Lakers must-win vs. Thunder? (01:24:03) Celtics beat Heat, Is Wemby gunning for MVP? (01:46:30) Frenemies (02:00:25) Will Kirk Cousins or Fernando Mendoz...