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Lots going on this week -- NBA Preseason; first third of the NFL, and the MLB ALCS and NLCS! Let's go! And oh yea ... JR is apparently preparing for Christmas ... in October?! youtube.com/15goodminutes twitter.com/15goodminutes email: rusty@15goodminutes.com

This week, Coach B gives a quick review of his recent trip to Pine Needles Golf Resort, in Southern Pines NC. And -- the squad discusses the surprising results (thus far) of the MLB Playoffs -- hint, hint -- the top 5 teams in the MLB were all beaten. Golf DMV Podcast 300th Episode, Shot at Pine Needles: https://youtu.be/-VnzLz4Ri9U?si=YpyoBP9xC-UxiYBy 15GM YouTube: Youtube.com/15goodminutes Twitt...

Dame D.O.L.L.A wanted out of Portland. He got his wish, and now is a Milwaukee Buck. Who were the winners and losers in this multi-team deal? twitter.com/15goodminutes youtube.com/15goodminutes rusty@15goodminutes.com

Has week 2 of the NFL shored up some of the mistakes seen in week 1? Current Collge Football Top 10; and - this is the final week of the regular season in MLB -- who's fighting for a shot at a wildcard berth? Youtube youtube.com/15goodminutes Twitter: twitter.com/15goodminutes Email: rusty@15goodminutes.com

Today we're talking about a pivotal week in sports. The Good? The U.S. Open Tennis Championships. The Bad? The USA Men's FIBA performance on the world stage. The Ugly? Week 1 of the NFL. youtube.com/15goodminutes twitter.com/15goodminutes email: rusty@15goodminutes.com

Shohei Ohtani has a UCL tear and won't be pitching the remainder of this season. It's thought he may have to have Tommy John surgery ... AGAIN! Has the practice of performing Tommy John surgeries become commonplace? Routine? What are the implications - long term, and why do so many athletes get this surgery? Twitter.com/15goodminutes Youtube.com/15goodminutes Email: rusty@15goodminutes.com

As this is the final week before the 2023-24 NFL season gets underway, we take a look at last year's first/last place finishers and talk about what, if any changes, we expect -- division to division. youtube.com/15goodminutes twitter.com/15goodminutes email: rusty@15goodminutes.com

This is a pivotal time for MLB teams hoping to secure an elusive Wildcard Playoff Berth. Today, we talk about who has a shot, and who doesn't. twitter.com/15goodminutes youtube.com/15goodminutes rusty@15goodminutes.com

We have a fun one today! The squad reveals their NBA all-time starting 5. No 2 hosts have the same 5 (shocker). Dive in -- and then, for our question of the week, let us know who YOUR best NBA starting 5 is. youtube.com/15goodminutes email: rusty@15goodminutes.com twitter/15goodminutes.com

This week, the Fed raised interest rates another .25% What does that mean to consumer loans, home loans, auto loans, and credit card rates? Let's talk about it. Youtube.com/15goodminutes twitter.com/15goodminutes rusty@15goodminutes.com

This past week saw some amazing winning by some amazing winners. We talk about a couple of them in this week's episode. youtube.com/15goodminutes twitter.com/15goodminutes rusty@15goodminutes.com

The NBA offseason has been busy. Several players have gotten max deals, including rookies still under contract. Let's take a look at some of these contracts. Also, ESPN fired a significant amount of talent recently. Which ones suprised us? Tune in. You can reach us at: twitter.com/15goodminutes youtube.com/15goodminutes email: rusty@15goodminutes.com

Lots of movement on the NBA front. Who has come out on top; Who has come out on top -- and who hasn't? youtube.com/15goodminutes twitter.com/15goodminutes email: rusty@15goodminutes.com

Today we're talking about Sports Announcers/Personalities and when some have crossed the line by using their positions to air their personal views/opinions. twitter.com/15goodminutes youtube.com/15goodminutes email: rusty@15goodminutes.com

We all watch sports, right? Good food and a good game go hand in hand. Today we're talking about our 'go-to' foods when consuming sports -- live in person; with friends at a restaurant; or at home. QotW: When at a live sporting event - what's YOUR go-to? twitter.com/15goodminutes youtube.com/15goodminutes email: rusty@15goodminutes.com

After 2 months of playoffs, the NBA Finals are underway between the Miami Heat and the Denver Nuggets. Who wins this series and in how many games? Twitter. Com/15goodminutes youtube.com/15goodminutes email: rusty@15goodminutes.com

This week we have a non-sports question for you. Has tipping gotten out of control? We talk about Tipping Fatigue today - join us, won't you? twitter.com/15goodminutes youtube.com/15goodminutes email: rusty  @15GoodMinutes  ​

Today we're talking about defense in the NBA - as the league has annonced their first and second team all defensieve selections. twitter.com/15goodminutes youtube.com/15goodminutes email: rusty  @15GoodMinutes  ​

Today we're talking about the selection of Joel Embiid for NBA MVP. We're also breaking down a couple of high-visibility playoff series. Lastly, did the Memphis Grizlies make a scapegoat out of Dillon Brooks? YouTube.com15goodminutes Twitter.com/15goodminutes email: rusty@15goodminutes.com

Some people are loud, wrong, and fake. We're talking about them today! YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutes Social: twitter.com/15goodminutes email: rusty@15goodminutes.com

As we enter Season 7, we're taking a little extra time this week for you to get to know our hosts. This is the episode you've been waiting for! Grab a beverage and enjoy! twitter.com/15goodminutes youtube.com/15goodminutes email: rusty@15goodminutes.com

Why are we seeing more fights among teammates in the NBA (and other pro sports)? And - it's opening weekend of the L O N G NBA Playoff Season. We're setting the table - won't you join us? Youtube.com/15goodminutes Twitter.com/15goodminutes email: Rusty@15goodminutes

Today we cover the importance of taking a good nap; who will be playing in the NBA Play-In games; and our thoughts on the new rules in major league baseball. It's OK to be ME, by Manny Jennings: https://www.amazon.com/Its-OK-be-Manny-Jennings/dp/B0BRYZQQT8 twitter.com/15goodminutes youtube.com/15goodminutes email: rusty@15goodminutes.com

We're down to the final four, and today, we're focusing on the Men's tournnament and our individual selections. Question of the week: Who wins it all; who's cutting down the nets Monday night? email: rusty@15goodminutes.com Twitter.com/15goodminutes Youtube.com/15goodminutes

Welcome to our favorite time of year -- March Madness.  Today, we keep it simple -- we're revealing our picks -- starting with the Elite 8 up to the projected champions.  Think we can get it right?  Can you?   Follow us on Social:  Twitter.com/15goodminutes  youtube.com/15goodminutes  email: rusty@15goodminutes.com