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Yes, the Mavericks really did trade Luka Doncic to the Lakers for Anthony Davis and the sports world is still in shock. Ountae Campbell joins Travis Thomas and Kasey Hudson to break down the league changing trade and what led to Dallas moving on from Luka. Plus, they compare some of the biggest trades in sports history to see if it was more shocking than Doncic for Davis. Later, Travis and Kasey h...

Breaking down the stunning 3-team trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Lakers and Anthony Davis to the Mavericks—news that took the NBA world by storm when it dropped early Sunday morning. The hosts discuss all the details of the trade and its potential impact, from the Lakers' new star in Luka to the Mavericks’ major shakeup. They take a look at the reasons behind Dallas’ decision to move on from L...

Could a three-peat put the Chiefs dynasty in the same air as the Patriots? Patriots fans think no, but Chiefs fans have something to say about it. Travis Thomas & George Balekji talk what it would take for the Chiefs to surpass the Patriots dynasty, and talk some more realistic Patriots vs Chiefs debates. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtu...

First up, they discuss their picks for Super Bowl LX in 2026, if they had to leave the Chiefs and Eagles out of the picture. Travis and George each share their predictions for the top teams from both conferences, with intriguing matchups like Ravens vs Rams and Bengals vs Packers. Find out why they’re high on these squads and what makes their predictions stand out. In the What’s Trending? segment,...

Drake Maye named to the Pro Bowl as a replacement for Lamar Jackson but is that a bad sign for his career? Some fans are afraid so, as the last Patriots’ rookie QB to make the Pro Bowl was Mac Jones whose career was never the same in New England after his Pro Bowl season. Travis Thomas and George Balekji discuss how Drake Maye can avoid the same mistakes as Mac Jones and poke fun at Jaguars head c...

The go home edition of Monday Night RAW before the Royal Rumble only made the men’s Royal Rumble match even more unpredictable. Cody Rhodes & CM Punk gave us one of the best promos to end the show that teased a possible WrestleMania match between the two. We also got the WWE 2K25 cover reveal, Logan Paul entered the Royal Rumble, and Paul Heyman’s favor to CM Punk was brought back to light by Drew...

The Chiefs are chasing down the Patriots dynasty as they get set to play in their fifth Super Bowl in six years. The question everyone is asking, which dynasty is great? The Patriots or the Chiefs? If Patrick Mahomes lifts the Chiefs to three straight Super Bowl wins, the case can be made they've surpassed the Patriots. George Balekji & Kasey Hudson discuss, as well as way in with their own opinio...

Adam Vinatieri joins the show to weigh in on Patrick Mahomes vs Tom Brady GOAT debate. Patrick Mahomes has the chance to inch closer to Tom Brady's seven Super Bowl wins with a win over the Eagles at Super Bowl 59. Could Patrick Mahomes claim GOAT status from Tom Brady if he pulls off three straight Super Bowl wins? GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https:...

No shockers in the AFC or NFC Championship games as the Chiefs once again beat the Bills and the Eagles ran all over the Commanders. Travis Thomas and Natalie Noury explain why they weren’t surprised to see Patrick Mahomes overcome Josh Allen and Saquon Barkley heading to his first Super Bowl. Plus, Travis and Natalie preview Super Bowl LIX between Chiefs-Eagles and discuss why this matchup was th...

It’s down to the Bills vs Chiefs in the AFC Championship and Commanders vs Eagles in the NFC Championship before we find out who will be playing in Super Bowl LIX. Travis Thomas and Annabelle Hasselbeck break down both Conference Championship matchups and share their picks for who will be going to the Super Bowl. Plus, with the NFL awards finalists being announced, Travis and Annabelle make a case...

Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs road to a third-straight Super Bowl title goes through Josh Allen and the Bills. Travis Thomas and Annabelle Hasselbeck preview the AFC Championship game and debate how much involvement the referees will play in this game. Plus, if Josh Allen and company can finally overcome the Chiefs in the playoffs. Got a Question or Comment for the show? Email us at thechat@nesn....

Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley and the Eagles host rookie Jayden Daniels and the Commanders in the NFC Championship with a trip to the Super Bowl on the line. Travis Thomas and Annabelle Hasselbeck preview the Conference Championship matchup and break down how Barkley is the true X-factor of this game. Got a Question or Comment for the show? Email us at thechat@nesn.com or tweet at us at #NESNchat  ...

Patriots have filled out Mike Vrabel’s coaching staff with offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels, defensive coordinator Terrell Williams and special teams coordinator Jeremy Springer. Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell react to the new Patriots staff and discuss how the team has already improved from last season. Plus, the guys debate if Josh McDaniels was the right hire to help continue Drake Maye’...

Josh McDaniels is coming back to the Patriots for his third stint as offensive coordinator but is his coaching style too dated for a player like Drake Maye? Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell react to the Patriots new coaching staff including defensive coordinator Terrell Williams and discuss how McDaniels is the best hire the team could have made for Drake Maye’s future.    Got a Question or Comme...

Red Sox legends Dustin Pedroia and Manny Ramirez missed out on being part of the National Baseball Hall of Fame class of 2025. With Pedroia’s resume, Ramirez’s history of PEDs and one final year of eligibility, many are wondering if the Sox legends will ever make it into Cooperstown. Former Red Sox player Lou Merloni joins Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell to discuss Pedroia and Ramirez's chances...

It's down to the Bills vs Chiefs and Commanders vs Eagles for a chance of making Super Bowl history this year. Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs would be the first team to win three straight Super Bowl titles. Jayden Daniels would be the first rookie QB to start in a Super Bowl. Travis Thomas and George Balekji review the NFL conference championship games and discuss which storylines would make for t...

John Cena is currently on his WWE retirement tour but besides his appearance on Raw’s Netflix debut episode, the 16-time world champion has been missing from action. Athan Hristodulu joins Travis Thomas and George Balekji to discuss what WWE’s plans are for Cena and how a Wrestlemania main event vs CM Punk could be on the horizon.   Got a Question or Comment for the show? Email us at thechat@nesn....

As the Los Angeles Dodgers continue to sign players like Tanner Scott & Blake Snell and defer money down the road, fans have begun calling on the MLB to step in. Talks of the MLB needing to implement a salary cap, a spending minimum, or even a deferment limit have all been thrown around. Does MLB have a Dodgers problem? Or are other fans just jealous of what the Dodgers are pulling off? GET NESN 3...

The Bears got their guy in Ben Johnson, who now is tasked with pushing Caleb Williams to the ceiling he was drafted for. Can Ben Johnson & Caleb Williams turn the Bears around, or will this be just another chapter in a long list of Bears failures? George Balekji & Natalie Noury weigh in. They also take a look back at the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs, preview the 2025 Women's Beanpot, and t...

The Patriots have their new head coach in Mike Vrabel but who should be his offensive and defensive coordinators? George Balekji and Annabelle Hasselbeck look at some possible candidates including Josh McDaniels and Terrell Williams before naming who they believe would be the best fit for both positions. Plus, George and Annabelle review some of the biggest storylines from the NFL Divisional Round...

The Lions entered the Divisional Round as the favorite to win the NFC and even possibly the Super Bowl but came up short after losing to Jayden Daniels and the Commanders. George Balekji and Annabelle Hasselbeck review Detroit's disappointing loss and break down how the Lions were playing against Jared Goff and their own coaches in addition to the Commanders.   Got a Question or Comment for the sh...

 Referees making controversial calls in favor of the Chiefs has been an ongoing story all season and we saw it again in the Divisional Round game vs the Texans. George Balekji and Annabelle Hasselbeck look back at how much the referee's influence played into this game plus discuss if there is any team that can beat both the Chiefs and the refs.   Got a Question or Comment for the show? Email us at...

Newly acquired pitcher Garrett Crochet has all the talent to become the next great Red Sox ace according to former player Lou Merloni. As he joins George Balekji and Natalie Noury discuss all things Red Sox including his expectation for Crochet’s career in Boston, the starting rotation, the latest on Alex Bregman and what other free agents the Sox should be looking at. Plus, George and Natalie get...

Auburn’s Jason Campbell talks about Bill Belichick at North Carolina, NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness), & the College Football Playoff. The conversation kicks off with Jason’s thoughts on Bill Belichick potentially coaching at UNC – could the NFL legend be the future face of the Tar Heels? Jason shares his perspective on what such a move could mean for both college football and Belichick’s legacy....

A deep dive into the highly anticipated Unrivaled Basketball league, which starts tomorrow. Co-founded by Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier, two of the biggest stars in women’s basketball, Unrivaled is already generating major buzz. George and Natalie discuss what makes the league so exciting, from its unique format to the star power on display. While Caitlin Clark won’t be a part of it this ye...