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Why the Celtics and Cavs Could Doom NBA Parity May 14, 2025

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With the top-seeded Cavaliers eliminated and the Celtics on the brink following Jayson Tatum’s Achilles surgery, the Eastern Conference could be in trouble for the next few seasons—especially if Giannis Antetokounmpo heads West. Baker Machado and Renee Washington break down the NBA’s looming parity problem. Plus, legendary goalkeeper Tim Howard explains how MLS can continue to grow the game during the Lionel Messi era, Pete Rose has controversially been unbanned from MLB, and the Pope’s fake White Sox jersey is flying off shelves. Key Moments: Key Moments: 0:32 – NFL schedule, Trey Hendrickson, Phil Knight and Blazers

5:02 – NBA conference parity is doomed

9:47 – Legendary USMNT goalkeeper Tim Howard

17:27 – Pete Rose reinstatement

22:06 – Pope Leo XIV + White Sox

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The NBA Lottery Is Definitely Not Rigged May 13, 2025

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The Mavericks won the NBA draft lottery with a 1.8% chance of doing so, launching a sea of conspiracy accusations against the league office. Nic Barlage, CEO of the 4-time lottery-winning Cavaliers says Cooper Flagg to Dallas is a lucky draw, not a setup. He also unpacks Cleveland’s best regular season since 2009, despite facing a 3–1 playoff deficit to the Pacers. Plus, Jayson Tatum’s injury could end this era of Celtics basketball as the team sale is completed, pricing details of ESPN’s flagship streaming service emerge, and the Connecticut Sun are seeking new ownership. Key Moments: 0:40 – Tatum Injury, international NFL games, ESPN flagship streaming service 4:26 – NBA draft lottery fallout 9:47 – Cavaliers CEO Nic Barlage 17:26 – Women’s sports new ownership 21:29 – Chiefsaholic prison sentence 📈 Don’t miss tomorrow’s top stories in the business and culture of sports — Subscribe now: https://www.youtube.com/@FrontOfficeSports/subscribe Front Office Sports Today is your daily guide on all things sports, business and culture, with insightful commentary and appearances from athletes, executives, and more. 📧 Newsletter: https://frontofficesports.com/newsletters/ 📱 Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/front-office-sports/ Twitter: https://x.com/FOS_Today Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fos_today/ 🎙️ Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/front-office-sports-today/id1579078258 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jFxEurA627FJDd0XAw2Wc iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-front-office-sports-today-94429957/

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NBA Draft Lottery: Cooper Flagg Will Change Everything May 12, 2025

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The winner of the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft lottery will receive a golden ticket for the next 'sure thing' in Cooper Flagg... or perhaps Giannis Antetokounmpo? Baker and Renee discuss the implications of tonight's event and why some teams with the top odds may be better off using Flagg as a trade chip for an established superstar. Plus, ESPN's Matt Miller explains why mock drafts in the NFL mean just as much to teams as they do to fans. Also, Michael Jordan is joining NBC's NBA coverage, the NFL season starts with a bang, and Trump agrees to temporarily slash tariffs on Chinese goods.

0:40 - NFL opening game, Derek Carr retirement by the numbers, Giannis trade request 5:25 - NBA Draft Lottery implications 9:47 - NFL Draft with ESPN's Matt Miller 17:27 - Tariff adjustment impact on sports 21:05 - Knicks-Celtics Game 4 ticket numbers 📈 Don’t miss tomorrow’s top stories in the business of sports and culture — Subscribe now: https://www.youtube.com/@FrontOfficeSports/subscribe Front Office Sports Today is your daily guide on all things sports, business and culture, with insightful commentary and appearances from athletes, executives, and more. 📧 Newsletter: https://frontofficesports.com/newsletters/ 📱 Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/front-office-sports/ Twitter: https://x.com/FOS_Today Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fos_today/ 🎙️ Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/front-office-sports-today/id1579078258 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jFxEurA627FJDd0XAw2Wc iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-front-office-sports-today-94429957/

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Malcolm Jenkins Talks NFL Ownership and Art Auctions, ‘Da Pope’ Sports Loyalties, and Manny Pacquiao Is Back May 09, 2025

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Two-time Super Bowl champion Malcolm Jenkins joins Front Office Sports Today to break down The Game of Art—his curated contemporary art auction benefiting his foundation. We also dive into his growing investment portfolio, including potential NFL ownership.

Plus, Manny Pacquiao is out of retirement, what's in the water over in Pittsburgh, correspondent Derryl Barnes goes on assignment, and Pope Leo XIV dominates the convo over at the watercooler.

Key Moments:

0:41 – NFL on YouTube, Manny Pacquiao is back, Jayden Higgins’ record setting contract

4:40 – Uncertainty in Pittsburgh9:49 – Malcolm Jenkins talks about his art auction, The Game of Art, investments in sports, and NFL ownership17:31 – FOS Multimedia Reporter, Derryl Barnes

20:46 – White Sox’s Holiest Fan, Paul Pierce completes his walk

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Why the NBA’s CBA Could Doom Superteams May 08, 2025

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The Celtics and Cavaliers are both down 2–0 and face huge financial decisions this offseason. ESPN's Bobby Marks joins to explain how the CBA has laid the groundwork for this year's electric NBA playoffs.

Plus, the House v. NCAA settlement approaches a resolution, Nick Saban is appointed by the Trump Administration, and Paul Pierce takes an eight-hour walk to work in slippers.

Key Moments:

0:41 – WNBA ratings, Rams head to Hawaii, Saban is appointed by the Trump Administration

4:40 – House vs. NCAA Updates with Amanda Christovich

9:49 – Bobby Marks talks NBA Playoffs

17:31 – The Big Ticket - NBA Game 3 Ticket Prices

20:46 – Paul Pierce takes an eight-hour walk to work

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Carli Lloyd: ‘It's No Longer a Charity... It's a Business’ | USWNT Legend on Career & Growth of Game May 07, 2025

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Carli Lloyd was inducted into the National Soccer Hall of Fame last weekend, telling the audience she wished she were less of "an emotionless machine" when she played. She joins the show to discuss her legendary career on the field and how she's building something entirely new off it. Plus, the NBA sees a surge in its first-round ratings behind the next generation of stars, NASCAR driver Ryan Blaney joins to discuss the new season of Full Speed on Netflix, and an NFL fan is suing the league over Shedeur Sanders's draft slide. Key Moments: 0:37 – Big Ten and Big 12 updates, Stafford turns down big $$$, Utah Hockey’s new name 4:27 – NBA playoff ratings surge 10:00 – Carli Lloyd interview on women’s soccer and hall-of-fame career 17:38 – Ryan Blaney interview on 'Full Speed' new season 21:26 – Shedeur Sanders lawsuit 📈 Don’t miss tomorrow’s top stories in the business of sports and culture — Subscribe now: / @frontofficesports Front Office Sports Today is your daily guide on all things sports, business and culture, with insightful commentary and appearances from athletes, executives, and more. 📧 Newsletter: https://frontofficesports.com/newslet... 📱 Follow us on LinkedIn: / front-office-sports Twitter: https://x.com/FOS_Today Instagram: / fos_today 🎙️ Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jFxEur... iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-fr...

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Inside Hulk Hogan's New Wrestling League; Why the NHL Cancelled All Star Weekend & More May 06, 2025

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Hell yeah brother... Hulk Hogan has a new wrestling league. He joins us in studio alongside Eric Bischoff and Izzy Martinez to discuss.

Plus, the NHL has cancelled next year's All Star Weekend, NBC is using A.I. to recreate its 90s nostalgia, and we hear from a familiar voice... in Germany.

Key Moments:

01:14 – Federal funding for traumatic brain injury suspended, Justin Tucker is released, Aj’a Wilson drops her first signature sneaker,

04:14 – NHL cancels All Star Weekend

9:44 – Hulk Hogan, Eric Bischoff, and Izzy Martinez

18:38 – Baker Machado in Signal Iduna Park

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Flau'jae Johnson's NIL Powerhouse; Michigan Suspends Sherrone Moore May 05, 2025

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Flau'jae Johnson is one of NIL's biggest stars, and confirmed to Front Office Sports that she's running it back with the LSU Tigers. But what does that mean for her career aspirations in both music and the WNBA?

Plus, Sherrone Moore is issued a two-game suspension for his involvement in Michigan's scouting scandal, LASIK is offering referees free vision correction, and Caitlin Clark does it again.

Key Moments:

00:43 – DC hosting the NFL Draft, the Kentucky Derby, NBC makes a big hoops push

05:00 – Sherrone Moore is suspended

9:45 – Flau’jae Johnson talks music career and WNBA

17:22 – Shocked or Not?

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Inside the Business of Kentucky Derby + WNBA's Big Numbers May 02, 2025

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The Kentucky Derby generated over $3.8 Billion in revenue last year. Churchill Downs President Mike Anderson discusses how the venue became the crown jewel of horse racing. NBC's Randy Moss also offers his perspective on how the Derby has changed in the 45 years he's covered it.

Plus, Gregg Popovich retires from coaching, John Haliburton addresses the media after his scuffle with Giannis, and Caitlin Clark's preseason return to Iowa costs as much as an NBA playoff game.

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Ian Rapoport on NFL Pranks + LeBron’s Future & Celtics Sale Update May 01, 2025

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Shedeur Sanders was one of many players to receive prank phone calls on draft night. NFL Insider Ian Rapoport weighs in on that, and what the Browns new quarterback room could mean for Deshaun Watson, Deion Sanders, and more.

Plus, LeBron James weighs in on his playing future as Anthony Edwards is dubbed "The King Slayer" by Adidas, and the $6.1B sale of the Celtics gets an important update.

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