The Drake Toll Show

On this episode of The Drake Toll Show, host John Lund delivers a sharp critique of modern sports management and entertainment. The primary focus centers on the NBA, with Lund blasting Commissioner Adam Silver over the league's "run amuck" state, specifically highlighting the held-up Kawhi Leonard trade to Toronto amid a salary cap investigation. Lund also breaks down LeBron James’ impending free-...

This episode of The Drake Toll Show on Westwood One Sports breaks down a chaotic slate of major sports headlines, headlined by mounting drama surrounding the Dallas Mavericks. Former majority owner Mark Cuban has filed legal allegations against current governor Patrick Dumont, accusing him of freezing Cuban out of real estate opportunities tied to the team's planned 2031 arena move. Shockingly, th...

On this episode of The Drake Toll Show on Westwood One Sports, Drake breaks down Argentina’s historic, late-game World Cup comeback against Egypt. Despite a missed penalty, Lionel Messi sparked a stunning 3-2 victory in Atlanta, cementing Argentina's place in the quarterfinals and rewriting the record books. Shifting to the NBA, the show dives into Donovan Mitchell’s massive four-year, $273 millio...

In this jam-packed episode of The Drake Toll Show on Westwood One Sports, soccer dominates the headlines as the USMNT’s World Cup dreams end in heartbreak. Despite Folarin Balogun's highly debated return from suspension, Mauricio Pochettino's squad crashed out in the Round of 16 with a meek 4-1 loss to Belgium at Lumen Field, punctuated by individual errors and a Christian Pulisic injury. Meanwhil...

Drake Toll reacts to an epic match that saw England beat Mexico in the Round of 16, reacts to Flo Balugon's red card suspension being suspended, dives into the insane fantasy football scamming scandal involving ESPN analyst, Matt Miller, who just lost his arm in a car crash, Chris Sacchi, of Locked on Knicks, joins the show to tell whether or not Knick fans would even want LeBron to join the team,...

John Lund, in for Drake Toll, breaks down the landscape of the NBA after Jaylen Brown moving to the Sixers, Kawhi to the Raptors, and others, discusses what needs to happen for the USA to consider this World Cup a success, compares "Take Me Home, Country Roads" to a burger without condiments, and whether or not the World Cup is going to be just a moment in time for soccer's popularity in the USA o...

On this episode of The Drake Toll Show, Drake breaks down a historic day in sports, headlined by the USMNT’s thrilling 2-0 victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina. Marking their first World Cup knockout win since 2002, the triumph was bittersweet; star forward Folarin Balogun scored the opening goal but was later sent off with a controversial red card, ruling him out of the upcoming round-of-16 clash agai...

On this episode of The Drake Toll Show on Westwood One Sports, host Drake Toll breaks down an explosive day of roster shakeups and international soccer drama. The program leads with two massive NBA bombshells: the LA Clippers are nearing a blockbuster trade to send Kawhi Leonard back to the Toronto Raptors for Brandon Ingram and draft capital, while LeBron James has officially informed the Lakers...

On this episode of The Drake Toll Show on Westwood One Sports, host Drake Toll breaks down a thrilling day of World Cup action, headlined by Brazil’s dramatic, stoppage-time 2-1 victory over a resilient Japan squad to advance to the round of 32. Shifting to the hardwood, the show delivers a massive NBA rumor report as the Golden State Warriors eye blockbuster moves for LeBron James and Anthony Dav...

On this episode of The Drake Toll Show, the airwaves heat up with a rapid-fire breakdown of massive storylines shaking up the sports world. The show kicks off with a deep dive into the NBA hardwood, analyzing the Phoenix Suns’ blockbuster acquisition of veteran forward Miles Bridges from the Charlotte Hornets. The basketball talk continues with an inside look at the Memphis Grizzlies' immense stru...

In this episode of The Drake Toll Show on Westwood One Sports, host Drake Toll breaks down the explosive NBA blockbuster trade sending Charlotte Hornets star point guard LaMelo Ball and Josh Green to the Minnesota Timberwolves. In exchange, Charlotte receives 2024 Sixth Man of the Year Naz Reid alongside a massive haul of draft capital, including an unprotected 2033 first-round pick, three pick sw...

In this jam-packed episode of The Drake Toll Show on Westwood One Sports, host Drake Toll breaks down major global soccer milestones, sudden NBA roster shifts, and brewing front-office controversies. The program leads with a historic day at the FIFA World Cup, where 40-year-old veteran goalkeeper Guillermo "Memo" Ochoa made an emotional, late-game cameo at the Estadio Azteca during Mexico's 3-0 vi...

On this high-octane edition of The Drake Toll Show on Westwood One Sports, host Drake Toll breaks down a historic, franchise-altering night on the hardwood before diving into a massive controversy gridlocking the gridiron. The program leads with heavy analysis of the NBA Draft, where the Washington Wizards ushered in a brand-new era by selecting BYU powerhouse forward AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 ov...

An axis-shifting bombshell rocks the basketball world as Michigan head coach Dusty May finalizes a deal to jump to the NBA and lead the Dallas Mavericks. Fresh off steering the Wolverines to the 2026 national championship, May leaves Ann Arbor in a state of flux to take over a Dallas franchise built around reigning Rookie of the Year Cooper Flagg. The show unpacks the massive fallout for Michigan,...

On this episode of The Drake Toll Show on Westwood One Sports, host Drake Toll breaks down a packed slate of sports headlines. The show kicks off with World Cup analysis, questioning the USMNT’s ultimate longevity despite early wins over Paraguay and Australia, alongside Spain’s dominant 4-0 rebound led by teenage star Lamine Yamal. In hockey, Toll dives into the shocking blockbuster NHL trade sen...

Guest host John Lund steps into the captain's chair on The Drake Toll Show on Westwood One Sports to deliver a jam-packed itinerary. Lund leads the show with a breakdown of soccer’s definitive arrival in the United States, previewing a massive World Cup night in Seattle while comparing the tournament's immense spectacle to "the Olympics with shin pads." Shifting to basketball, Lund sounds off on t...

On this high-octane edition of The Drake Toll Show on Westwood One Sports, Drake dives headfirst into the NBA bombshell that four-time All-Star Trae Young plans to decline his $48.97 million player option with the Washington Wizards to hit free agency. Drake breaks down what this means for Washington’s rebuilding blueprint alongside Anthony Davis and a loaded young core. The madness continues as t...

This episode of The Drake Toll Show breaks down a monumental day of World Cup action, headlined by Lionel Messi’s historic hat trick for Argentina against Algeria, tying Miroslav Klose’s tournament scoring record at 16 goals. Drake also covers Kylian Mbappé's standout performance, netting two goals in France’s 3-1 win over Senegal to become his country’s all-time leading scorer. Turning to domesti...

This episode of The Drake Toll Show focuses heavily on the bombshell development regarding Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, who is abandoning his college eligibility lawsuit to apply for the NFL Supplemental Draft following a major sports gambling scandal. Drake breaks down the messy timeline, including the Big 12's heavy pushback and Texas Tech's decision to cut ties while letting Sorsby ke...

This episode of The Drake Toll Show captures the electric aftermath of the New York Knicks winning their first NBA title in 53 years. Drake breaks down the 94-90 Game 5 comeback victory against the Spurs, highlighting Jalen Brunson’s 45-point Finals MVP performance and Coach Mike Brown’s emotional triumph. Beyond the hardwood, the show maintains its signature high-energy format, featuring segments...

This episode of The Drake Toll Show on Westwood One Sports delivers a high-octane mix of legal drama, tournament openers, and rapid-fire sports commentary. The centerpiece of the broadcast centers on Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby’s eligibility battle. Drake breaks down a scathing letter from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who warned the Big 12 Conference of a massive $200 million legal...

On this episode of The Drake Toll Show on Westwood One Sports, host Drake Toll breaks down a chaotic 24 hours in sports, headlined by a historic Game 4 in the NBA Finals. Drake recaps the San Antonio Spurs’ brutal collapse, analyzing how New York's historic 29-point comeback shifted the series momentum, and brings on Locked On Knicks host Chris Sacchi to unpack the fallout. The focus then shifts t...

Following a wild Game 3 of the NBA Finals, this episode of The Drake Toll Show on Westwood One Sports breaks down how the San Antonio Spurs silenced Madison Square Garden with a gritty 115-111 win over the New York Knicks. Drake Toll recaps the high-stakes drama, from Victor Wembanyama embracing his "villain" role and trading early shoves with Jalen Brunson, to Knicks coach Mike Brown blasting a g...

This episode of The Drake Toll Show centers on the highly anticipated Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden, with the New York Knicks holding a 2-0 lead over the San Antonio Spurs. Host John Lund highlights Jalen Brunson’s intense focus amidst sky-high ticket prices and a celebrity circus, contrasted against Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs' determination to bounce back. Amplifying the...

On this episode of The Drake Toll Show, Drake breaks down a thrilling Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final, where the Carolina Hurricanes secured a dramatic 4-3 overtime victory against the Vegas Golden Knights to even the series 1-1. Drake analyzes a chaotic third period that featured Logan Stankoven’s spark, John Tortorella’s high-stakes failed coach's challenge, and a wild 6-on-5 equalizer by Vegas....