The Dan Patrick Show

Luka Dončić returns to Dallas and drops a gem of a game. Dan weighs in and talks about his maturity through an emotional night for the Lakers star. NBA insider Joe Vardon talks about the scenes in Dallas with Luka and what's happening with the Mavericks organization after the trade that shocked the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Things are changing for the 2025 NFL Draft, and Shedeur Sanders might be falling down draft boards. Dan weighs in and where he thinks the Colorado quarterback could land. And Dwight Howard, just voted to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, joins the show to talk about his upcoming induction and why he thinks he could still hang with the big men of today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

In the aftermath of Luka Dončić's return to Dallas, Dan talks about the fan reaction and revisits the trade that sent him to the Lakers. Victor Cruz trashes the Chicago Bears organization. Dan and the crew talk about what they are down on in this week's Dour Rankings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DP reacts to Luka's homecoming game against Dallas. How does this compare to other homecoming games in the NBA? The Athletic's Joe Vardon discusses the vibe in the arena at the game and offers insight on the league's most compelling storylines. 2025 Naismith Basketball HOF inductee Dwight Howard shares his reaction to making the Hall and opens up on his relationship with Shaq.  See omnystudio...

Dan rants on Lakers superstar Luka Dončić and the technical foul that got him tossed from their game against the Thunder last night. The Denver Nuggets fired Head Coach Michael Malone and GM Calvin Booth, and Dan thinks the timing couldn't be more awkward. Yahoo Sports NBA writer Vincent Goodwill joins the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan and the Danettes react to being nominated for a Sports Emmy for the sixth time. And Scott Van Pelt joins the show to talk some Masters.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan previews the Masters as the fabled Par 3 Contest is underway. And NBA insider Tim MacMahon drops by to weigh in on Luka Dončić getting ejected last night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yahoo Sports NBA writer Vincent Goodwill shares why the Nuggets' shake-up raised eyebrows across the league, and discusses Ja Morant's growing villain persona. Scott Van Pelt gives his unfiltered thoughts on competing for Emmys against heavyweights such as Ernie Johnson and Mike Tirico, and discusses his thoughts on the evolving world of golf. And NBA insider Tim MacMahon weighs in on the emotiona...

Dan recaps last night's NCAA Men's Basketball National Championship game won by the Florida Gators. And he previews the Masters which starts on Thursday and says he is excited to see the LIV Tour players deal with the high stakes at Augusta. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Pabst creates the most difficult poll question ever asked: Are you a better dancer of golfer? Plus, former D1 hoops coach, Steve Lappas joins the show to break down Florida's National Championship season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan revisits the Luka Doncic trade as the Lakers head back to Dallas tomorrow for the final time this season. Plus, Dan and the Danettes wonder if they will receive a Sports Emmy nomination when they are announced after the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DP reacts to Florida winning the NCAA Men's Basketball National Championship last night. How was Houston unable to get a shot off on the final possession? DP and the Danettes preview the Masters and discuss the legacy of Augusta. and former NCAA D1 basketball HC Steve Lappas breaks down the coaching miscues and mental lapses that doomed Duke and Houston, and cites poor late-game execution and conf...

Dan reacts to seeing Duke eliminated from the NCAA Men's College Basketball Tournament and previews tonight's championship game between Houston and Florida. And he weighs in on Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time goal scoring record. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UCONN Head Women's Basketball Coach Geno Auriemma drops by the show fresh off of winning his 12th National Championship. Plus, Dan thinks it's ridiculous to question Cooper Flagg's "clutch gene" after he missed his last shot vs. Houston on Saturday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan talks about the NFL considering an adjustment to its playoff seeding procedures. And UCONN Head Men's Basketball Coach Dan Hurley stops in to congratulate his UCONN women's counterpart Geno Auriemma on his 12th championship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DP reacts to Duke losing in the Final Four. Did the inexperience of the freshmen on the team cause their late-game collapse? Freshly crowned Women's Basketball National Champion, UCONN HC Geno Auriemma discusses questioning whether or not he still has what it takes to coach at the highest level, and shares how navigating today's college distractions has reshaped his approach to coaching. UCONN MBB...

Dan talks to Duke Head Men’s Basketball Coach, Jon Scheyer who talks about the possibility of Cooper Flagg staying another year in school as they get ready for their Final Four appearance. Legendary broadcaster Jim Nantz joins Dan to talk about the upcoming broadcast of The Masters from Augusta and the challenges of calling golf on television. And in defiance of NBA Commissioner Adam Silver,...

Defying the league, Ja Morant keeps doing gun gestures and Dan is frustrated. A caller asks Dan about putting Lebron's jersey in the rafters for the Lakers, and Dan defends the honor of past eras of basketball from anonymous trash talking in the media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan takes callers and discusses Chattanooga winning the NIT, what it means in this era of college basketball, and whether you sell merch. Chris "Mad Dog" Russo joins the show to discuss the early baseball season so far and whether anyone is going to have a chance to stop the Dodgers. Plus, do the Braves have any hope after starting 0-7? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan talks to Grizzlies beat writer Damichael Cole about the ongoing drama with Ja Morant and the state of the Memphis Grizzlies as they try to push for the playoffs. A trademark battle over the number 8 pits Dale Earnhardt Jr. against Lamar Jackson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DP reacts to Ja Morant using another gun gesture in last night's game despite having already received a warning from the NBA. Will the NBA suspend him despite the playoffs quickly approaching? Chris "Mad Dog" Russo sounds off on Wilt Chamberlain's overlooked legacy, and questions whether the Dodgers are good for baseball. Memphis Commercial Appeal's Damichael Cole weighs in on Ja Morant's polarizi...

Ja Morant is being a fool again, and Dan is tired of it. He's also not quite sure about the idea of a Carmelo Anthony's jersey being retired by the Knicks. and Alex Ovechkin nears Wayne Gretzky's goal record, and Dan thinks Wayne needs to be in the building when he breaks it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan discusses the fastest growing sport in the United States - flag football. Dan takes callers and has to help one with his idea of proposing in South Bend. Plus, a NFL trade happens during the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan talks about 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy and how much we discuss his performances in the context of his supporting cast. The Danettes unveil "One Dining Moment." And CBS broadcaster Jim Nantz joins Dan to talk about the upcoming broadcast of The Masters from Augusta and the challenges of calling golf on television. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DP reacts to Carmelo Anthony being elected to the Basketball Hall of Fame. Should his number be retired by the Knicks? Along those lines, should the Lakers retire LeBron's number? Jim Nantz reveals the secret to his iconic broadcasting style, and shares stories that span decades of sports history.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.