Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre

On today’s episode, Jason discusses how the addition of Marcus Smart impacts the Los Angeles Lakers, whether or not it matters that LeBron James has been wholly uninvolved in the team's offseason transactions, why President Donald J. Trump has taken it upon himself to wage war on the Washington Commanders and the Cleveland Guardians, and what he didn't like about Caitlin Clark and the WNBA p...

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why he believes it was a mistake for the Pittsburgh Steelers to give pass rusher TJ Watt a massive contract extension and why he wasn't a fan of the Portland Trail Blazers' decision to bring back injured point guard Damian Lillard for a two-year retirement tour. Later, Professional poker player and sports gambler David Baker swings by to discuss his r...

On today’s episode, Jason discusses what the addition of Bradley Beal means for the Los Angeles Clippers and the Western Conference Playoff race at-large. Later, FTN Fantasy Chief Analytics Officer Aaron Schatz swings by to discuss why he's expecting the Kansas City Chiefs to regress next season, the likelihood that the Baltimore Ravens or the Buffalo Bills finally break through, whether we...

On today’s episode, Jason discusses whether the hype train surrounding Texas quarterback Arch Manning has already gone off the rails, why guys like Deion Sanders and Nick Saban are so outwardly in favor of NIL reform, why it's absolutely fair to criticize Caitlin Clark for her season-long shooting slump (even if she is dealing with a lingering groin injury), and the chances that Team USA Bas...

On today’s episode, Jason discusses whether or not the San Francisco 49ers might feel forced to offer disgruntled wide receiver Jauan Jennings a lucrative contract extension this summer, why Jalen Hurts should feel disrespected after a panel of anonymous NFL execs/coaches/scouts ranked his as the 9th best quarterback in football five months after winning Super Bowl MVP, if we should be surpr...

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the wild rumor that Klay Thompson is dating pop star Megan Thee Stallion, why LeBron James has refused to shut down the speculation surrounding his future with the Los Angeles Lakers, which of the 4 reported teams who want to trade for LeBron (Dallas Mavericks, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers and Cleveland Cavaliers) makes the most sense in any...

On today’s episode, Jason discusses a wild 4th of July story involving new Los Angeles Chargers running back Najee Harris, Cooper Flagg’s inefficient yet wildly exciting NBA Summer League debut, why he believes Bronny James will be a regular member of the Los Angeles Lakers rotation next season, what makes the Devin Booker contract extension with the Phoenix Suns so puzzling, and wheth...

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why Angel Reese getting the WNBA 2K26 cover over Caitlin Clark isn't as big of a deal as some people are making it out to be, whether or not Kirk Cousins is justified for feeling misled by the Atlanta Falcons during his free agency negotiations last year, and how Bradley Beal could single-handedly flip the balance of power in the Western Conference dependi...

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why he was so taken aback that the Indiana Pacers would dump Myles Turner - their longest tenured player on the roster - after coming just one win short of an NBA championship, why it feels like the Milwaukee Bucks' flurry of moves on Tuesday are just delaying the inevitable Giannis Antetokounmpo trade demand, where the Bucks rank in the Eastern Conference...

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the blatant jealousy of Caitlin Clark that exists across the WNBA, why it's starting to feel like that Houston Rockets are the team to beat in the Western Conference next season, how a flurry of moves on the first day of NBA Free Agency helped propel the Denver Nuggets back into championship contention, why the Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics are eas...

On today’s episode, Jason discusses LeBron James' latest passive-aggressive comments aimed at the Los Angeles Lakers front office, whether it's fair to say that the Lakers are incapable of building a championship-level roster around LeBron and Luka Doncic, why the Cleveland Cavaliers and New York Knicks feel like the most likely destinations if LeBron does indeed ask for a trade, and what po...

On today’s episode, Jason is joined by USA Today Sports columnist and author Christine Brennan to promote her upcoming book, ‘On Her Game: Caitlin Clark and the Revolution in Women’s Sports’. During the conversation, Brennan discusses how Clark first exploded on the scene as a collegian at Iowa, what about Clark’s game that makes her so captivating, whether or not it...

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the recent flurry of trades around the NBA that have shaken up the Eastern Conference, why it feels like at least one team is trying to build their team in the same image as the reigning champion Oklahoma City Thunder, how a few forward thinking NBA Draft night moves by the Portland Trail Blazers and the Phoenix Suns could wind up paying off in a big way,...

On today’s episode, Jason breaks his well-deserved time away for an emergency podcast recapping all the biggest NBA Sunday headlines. During the show, J-Mac discusses how Tyrese Haliburton’s Achilles injury put a big damper on what should’ve been a riveting Game 7 of the NBA Finals, what Haliburton’s injury (coupled with Jayson Tatum’s season-ending Achilles injury) m...

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the Indiana Pacers’ blowout win over Oklahoma City to force an upcoming Game 7 of the NBA Finals, how Tyrese Haliburton was able to overcome a calf injury and still be effective for Indiana, why it was so disheartening to see the Thunder no-show in a potentially series-clinching game, and whether or not Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s latest underwhe...

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the shocking news that the Buss Family has finally decided to sell their majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers to a group headlined by Los Angeles Dodgers ownership group frontman Mark Walter. Later, FOX Sports Radio NBA insider Mark Medina swings by to discuss the general lack of buzz for these NBA Finals, the short and long-term impact of Tyrese Halib...

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the pros and cons of Tyrese Haliburton trying to play through his calf injury in an upcoming Game 6 of the NBA Finals, why the Indiana Pacers need to consider their long-term outlook for next season as well before making a decision on Haliburton's availability, the narrative that the Oklahoma City Thunder have had a fortuitous path to the NBA championship,...

On today’s episode, Jason discusses how the Oklahoma City Thunder's physical defense  - coupled with some inconsistent officiating - helped push the Indiana Pacers to the brink of elimination, whether or not Tyrese Haliburton's mysterious lower leg injury is a valid excuse for his no-show on the road in Game 6 of the NBA Finals, and why you shouldn't be surprised that the Kevin Durant t...

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the blockbuster trade that saw the Memphis Grizzlies ship Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic, where Orlando ranks in the Eastern Conference pecking order next season, why Memphis ultimately decided to punt on their Big 3 of Bane, Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr., why you should expect the dreaded 2nd Apron will force other teams (like the Los Angeles Lakers, Bo...

On today’s episode, Jason hits us with a quick breakdown of his Best Bets for Friday night's Gam3 4 of the NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers. Later, CBS Sports HQ and NBC Sports Boston analyst Claudia Bellofatto swings by to discuss how she broke into the sports betting media space, why it's easier to find an edge wagering on niche sports like lacrosse and p...

On today’s episode, Jason provides instant reaction to Game 3 of the NBA Finals. During the show, J-Mac discusses how the Indiana Pacers were able to physically wear down MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the mighty Oklahoma City Thunder, why he's betting on Indiana to win Game 4 as well and take an insurmountable 3-1 series lead, how Pacers reserve guards TJ McConnell and Benadict Mathurin we...

On today’s episode, Jason discusses Kevin Durant's viral Twitter exchange with a group of critical fans, why it feels like KD is almost trying to convince himself that his post-Golden State Warriors playing days haven't been a failure, the 4 pivotal games in NBA history that led directly either to the formation or the disintegration of a Super Team, whether Durant or Larry Bird will go down...

On today’s episode, Jason is joined by NBA Draft consultant and NBA Draft Junkies founder Rafael Barlowe. During the conversation, Barlowe discusses the narrative that the San Antonio Spurs and Philadelphia 76ers should trade the #2 (Dylan Harper) and #3 (Ace Bailey) picks for established stars, why Kentucky seems to pump out guys who are even better in the pros, the Tre Johnson vs VJ Edgeco...

On today’s episode, Jason recaps the Oklahoma City Thunder's dominant performance in Game 2 to even the NBA Finals at 1-1, tell us why the Indiana Pacers' lack of a true superstar player could ultimately be their undoing in this series, discusses whether Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has really made the leap into the NBA's elite or is just having an elite season, and explains why he wishes the Thu...

On today’s episode, Jason recaps a wild Game 1 of the NBA Finals that saw the Indiana Pacers steal the win on the road against the Oklahoma City Thunder thanks to (another) Tyrese Haliburton buzzer-beater. How do the Pacers keep doing this? Is there anybody more clutch than Hali right now? Will the Thunder bounce back in Game 2? What was Mark Daigneault thinking going small so frequently? Is...