The Odd Couple with Rob Parker & Kelvin Washington

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Hour 1 - The 'Slight Divide' Between LeBron and the Lakers + Yahoo Sports NBA writer Vince Goodwill Jul 09, 2022

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Chris and Rob explain why it’s understandable that the Los Angeles Lakers might be at odds with LeBron James over whether they should trade for Kyrie Irving or pursue a ‘safer’ deal featuring Buddy Hield and Myles Turner, discuss the likelihood that James Harden still gets his max contract extension in 2023, and takes a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets. Plus, Yahoo Sports NBA writer and Sirius XM NBA Radio host Vince Goodwill swings by to discuss how the Lakers should navigate LeBron’s feelings, the chances that Kyrie and Kevin Durant are back in Brooklyn next season, why he doesn’t expect Zion Williamson will ever play a full 82-game season, and much more!

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Hour 2 - Albert Pujols Shouldn't Be in the MLB All-Star Game Jul 09, 2022

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Chris and Rob debate whether or not Rob Manfred made a mistake by inserting Albert Pujols into the MLB All-Star Game as something of a lifetime achievement award and argue about whether or not Clayton Kershaw should start in the All-Star Game since it’s being played at Dodger stadium. Plus, MEARS Auctions President and CEO Troy Kinunen swings by to discuss the historic Muhammad Ali collection of items which will be featured in auction later this month.

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Hour 3 - There is No Bias Against Kevin Durant + Jordan Brand chairman Larry Miller Jul 09, 2022

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Chris and Rob tell us why they understand the Los Angeles Lakers’ hesitancy to make a trade for Kyrie Irving, explain why Kevin Durant is wrong when he suggests that some people have a bias against him when it comes to basketball, and discuss the latest surrounding the Lakers’ ‘back-up plan’ should the Kyrie trade ultimately fall through. Plus, Jordan Brand chairman Larry Miller swings by to promote his new book, ‘JUMP: My Secret from the Streets to the Boardroom’.

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Hour 3 - The Harsh Reality Surrounding Brittney Griner Jul 08, 2022

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Chris and Rob discuss what the American public doesn't seem to realize about the Brittney Griner story, and debate whether or not Los Angeles Angels superstar Shohei Ohtani should be getting MVP consideration. Plus, the guys go head-to-head in a very special Baker Mayfield-themed edition of Teichert's Tower of Trivia.

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Best of The Odd Couple Jul 08, 2022

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Chris and Rob tell us why they believe Draymond Green has a false sense of reality when it comes to the business of basketball and the role of the media, explain why the bidding war for Kevin Durant still hasn’t really materialized yet, and discuss what the American public doesn't seem to realize about the Brittney Griner story.

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Hour 1 - Draymond Green Just Doesn't Get it + Former NBA veteran Kerry Kittles Jul 08, 2022

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Chris and Rob explain why they believe Draymond Green has a false sense of reality when it comes to the business of basketball and the role of the media, tell us why Jake Paul deserves some credit for agreeing to fight a real boxer, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets. Plus, former NBA veteran and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Kerry Kittles swings by to discuss the latest surrounding Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, the idea that NBA players are too friendly these days, and much more!

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Hour 2 - No Bidding War for Kevin Durant + NBA champion Antonio Daniels Jul 08, 2022

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Chris and Rob explain why the bidding war for Kevin Durant still hasn’t really materialized yet, and tell us why they have a problem with Isiah Thomas trying to re-litigate his beef with Michael Jordan from 30 years ago. Plus, NBA champion and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Antonio Daniels swings by to discuss Zion Williamson’s massive contract extension, the uncertainty surrounding KD and Kyrie Irving, and much more!

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Inside the Parker - Scherzer Returns, Buxton Triple Play 1st, Judge Contract Standoff Jul 07, 2022

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On this edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob is on the road again, and leads off with his take on Max Scherzer’s impressive return form the DL, Byron Buxton turning the first 8-5 triple play in MLB history, and Hal Steinbrenner proclaiming that the Yankees won’t negotiate with Aaron Judge until after the season. Also, the Pocket Protector Stat of the Week, Betting on the Bases and Foul or Fair.

Guests: Authors Jean Fruth and Jeff Idelson discuss their latest book Grassroots Baseball: Route 66 detailing the baseball experience along the historic Route 66.

MLB Bro Editor Mark Grey on the often overlooked significance of Larry Doby breaking the color barrier in the American League.

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Hour 3 - A Quarterback Controversy in Carolina Jul 07, 2022

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Chris and Rob tell us whether or not we should expect Baker Mayfield or Sam Darnold to earn the starting quarterback job with the Carolina Panthers, and explain why they have a big problem with Bradley Beal being the only NBA player with a no-trade clause. Plus, MLBBro.com managing editor swings by to discuss the biggest baseball stories in this week's edition of Foul or Fair.

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Best of The Odd Couple Jul 07, 2022

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Chris and Rob discuss Chet Holmgren's long-term potential in the NBA following his scintillating Summer League debut, and tell us whether or not we should expect Baker Mayfield or Sam Darnold to earn the starting quarterback job with the Carolina Panthers. Plus, NBA champion and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Eddie House swings by to discuss Holmgren's NBA potential, the ongoing trade rumors surrounding Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, and much more!

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