Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers Podcast

The trade deadline is behind us.  Cavs did nothing, but Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, summarizes his feelings on all the trades made by other teams around the league before this weekend back-to-back set for the Cavaliers.

The Fear the 'Fro podcast begins with some talk of Lebron breaking the NBA's all-time scoring record, and a look back at one of Bob's earlier Lebron stanning moments.  Then we get into the Cavs win streak reaching 4 games with a 28-point win over the Pistons.  We talk Raul Neto, Kyrie's arrival in Dallas, and some last minute thoughts on Kevin Love's future with the Cavs prior to the Thursday NBA...

Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, is joined by Danny Marang, host and founder of the Jacked Ramsays, the Portland Trailblazers podcast of record, to talk about the rumors of Cleveland's interest in acquiring Josh Hart.  They discuss what players are being shopped in Portland, what their objectives are, and the viability of a Hart to Cleveland scenario.   DISCLAIMER:  THIS IS A SPECIAL 'FRO EPISODE...

The Cavs and Clippers revisit one of the more painful Cleveland losses this year.  Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, talks with Adam Ausland, the pre and postgame host of the LA Clippers Radio Network, about what to expect, our issues with the NBA All-Star starter vote, Daryl Morey crying about Joel Embiid, and the Shai for PG trade viewed with the benefit of hindsight.

Julius Randle, of the New York Knicks, drops 17 first-quarter points on the Cavs, on the way to a 105-103 victory.  After a quiet first half, Donovan Mitchell, takes over the 4th, but the Cavs miss two chances to tie the game on the final possession.  Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, discusses what went wrong (the bench), what went right (the starters), and the Lakers acquisition of Rui Hachimura...

Rejoice Cavs fans!  The "hasn't take the leap" Evan Mobley put the Cavs on his back, as his 38 points led the Cavs to their 2nd straight victory over the Bucks.  Darius Garland continued his strong month, as the race for the All-Star reserves heats up.  Can Darius beat out Tyrese Haliburton or Jalen Brunson?  Dean Wade returns to the floor, and Anderson Varejao returns to the Cavaliers family.  Ne...

Isaac Okoro gives us a perfect line, in a disappointing loss full of squandered chances in Memphis.  Mobley shines in a duel with Jaren Jackson Jr., Darius Garland and Caris Levert help battle back from a massive 20-0 Grizzlies run, and JB Bickerstaff makes some critical game management errors late.  Plus, John Wall is a delusional liar.  A Fear the 'Fro exposè by Bob Schmidt, the voice of Fox Spo...

Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, dives into the Charlotte Hornets roster as we continue to explore the market in this edition of the Fear the 'Fro podcast.  Kelly Oubre anyone?  How bout Jalen McDaniels?  Mason Plumlee rounds out the discussion.  We discuss what it might take, and what the appeal could be.  Plus, the debut of a very special open. (0:00) Intro (4:06) What are the Hornets trying to...

What a way to celebrate MLK Day!  The Cavs exploded for a 15-0 run to pull away from the Pelicans late, and behind a dominant outing from Jarrett Allen (24pts, 11rbds, 5 assists), as well as 25 second-half points from DG, the Cavs got the win.  We discuss Kevin Love's historically bad stretch of basketball to begin 2023, and the rumors of a three-way trade that could land Malik Beasley in Clevelan...

Donovan Mitchell returned to Utah for the first time as the Cavs faced off against the Jazz.  Despite 46 points, the Cavs lost the game when Caris Levert committed multiple fouls against Jordan Clarkson (including a flagrant) in the final two minutes.  Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, recaps the game, where things went wrong, opines about the 'Fro health woes, and offers up unsolicited advice abo...

In this edition of the 'Fro pod, as we approach the trade deadline, Bob explores some alternative names who could find themselves in trade talks.  Today, we start with the Atlanta Hawks, and look at Bogdan Bogdanovic, Deandre Hunter, John Collins, and even Justin Holiday.  Is there a deal worth exploring?   (4:00) Bogdan Bogdanovic (10:27) De'Andre Hunter (14:57) Justin Holiday (16:51) John Collin...

The 'Fro pod discusses a turd sandwich game.  The Cavs defeat the injury-riddled Suns behind dominant 1st and 4th quarters, despite 25 points from Duane Washington Jr., former Ohio State Buckeye.  Raul Neto brings the defensive grit, as Rubio nears a return.  Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, starts your week on the right note, as the Cavs road trip continues.

Fear the 'Fro is streaking!  3 wins in a row, as the Cavs rallied to beat the Suns in a putrid offensive outing.  Raul Neto gave us a season high 14, and Caris Levert scored 12 in the fourth to help lead the Cavs to victory.  Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, breaks it down.  Next up is the reigning MVP, Nikola Jokic, and the Denver Nuggets. 

History has been made.  Demons have been exercised.  Donovan Mitchell leads the Cavs from a 21-point deficit to a thrilling OT victory behind 71 points, 8 boards, and 11 assists.  Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, reacts and celebrates a historical night in Cleveland, as the Cavs deal the Bulls some sorrow for a change.

Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, is ending 2022 with a summary of the Cavs and Pacers, a dissertation on where to lay blame in the Mo Wagner vs. Killian Hayes incident, and a discussion on if Kyrie Irving should have his jersey raised to the rafters.  All this, and some New Year's resolutions! (0:00) Cavs vs Pacers recap (23:26) Mo Wagner vs. Killian Hayes (34:10) Retiring Kyrie's Jersey (40:00)...

Yesterday's podcast contained some dangerous misinformation.  Bob Schmidt, hateful purveyor of referee slander, would like to make the following statement concerning a regrettable abuse of his platform to spread his anti-referee agenda.

Darius Garland was nothing short of incredible in a loss to the Nets, scoring 46 points, including 28 in the 2nd half.  But Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving were too much for the Cavs (64 points), as Cleveland fell for the 2nd straight game at home.  Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, talks about the Cavs recent woes, and his growing irritation with the refs treatment of the 'Fro.  The schedule gets r...

Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, is back with a victory lap of a podcast as the Cavs win their 5th straight, this time, defeating the Milwaukee Bucks!  Donovan Mitchell drops 36 points, and the Cavs hold off a late Milwaukee surge to notch their 22nd victory of the season.  We talk the impending Raptors revenge game, the OG Anunoby-Donovan Mitchell trade package comparisons Zach Lowe floated out...

Brings on the Bucks!  The Cavs win their fourth straight behind a balanced attack (7 players in double figures).  Okoro takes the challenge locking up Lauri, and Cedi Osman explodes for 20 in the 4th quarter.  Plus, Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, discusses the Cavs chances of getting more than one All-Star in Salt Lake City as the voting commences.

Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, talks the Cavs comeback win over the Indiana Pacers.  Donovan Mitchell explodes in the fourth quarter for 18 or his 41 points, and Bennedict Mathurin is taught a valuable lesson in humility.  Haliburton vs. Garland goes in the Cavs favor as well, as DG does a 20/10 double-double.

Fear the 'Fro, and Bob Schmidt, return as Donovan Mitchell (34 points), Lamar Stevens (18 points, 11 boards), and the Cavs beat Luka and the Mavs.  Osman is back in the Bickerstaff doghouse.  What happens to Cedi from here?  Draymond gets tossed two nights after having a fan tossed.  The Pacers and their high pace offense comes to Cleveland in a Haliburton vs. Garland showdown.  The home stretch h...

Fear the 'Fro is back, following a failed comeback attempt against the San Antonio Spurs.  Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, talks the 19-point deficit, the improbable 4th quarter rally, the recent struggles of Darius Garland, the emergence of Levert, and more.  With 6 of the next 7 at home, what lies ahead for the Cavs?

Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, is back after Jarrett Allen returns with a monster first half, and Donovan Mitchell buries the Lakers with a 17-point fourth quarter.  Anthony Davis exits the game with just 1 point.  Russell Westbrook decided to rock the baby in the 4th quarter, and then went scoreless.  We look ahead to the Kings game, a Haliburton vs. Mobley alternate reality, Trae Young fights...

It began with 16 first quarter points from Donovan Mitchell, and the Cavaliers cruised to a win against the Magic behind Spida and Mobley.  Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, discusses Mobley's continued improvements, Scottie Barnes turnover fest, Love and Lamar's return to the lineup, and what lies ahead in games against the Knicks and Lakers.  

Look out!  The Cavs kicked off a soft part of the schedule with an absolute demolition of the Sixers.  Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, reacts to JB's lineup changes.  Embiid struggled, Tobias didn't make a field goal, Mobley scored 16 points in the first half, and Levert led the team with 22.  We talk trade suggestions surrounding Caris, and look at what lies ahead in December.