On today’s show, I explain why the Bears quarterback controversy means nothing for the team’s future outlook. I also catch up with Mark Medina, national NBA reporter for USA TODAY! We recap the NBA Finals, and touch on the now infamous LeBron vs. Jordan debate. We also talk about impending […]
NBA Season
The Real Reason Behind The NBA’s Ratings Problem, Teddy Greenstein Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 9-9-20)
On today’s show, I address the true cause behind the NBA ratings debacle. Hint: It has NOTHING to do with in-game social justice protests. I also catch up with Teddy Greenstein, Sports Columnist at the Chicago Tribune and BBWAA member (16:44)! We discuss the current Big Ten Football season, and […]
Mookie Betts Extension, Mike Hill Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-24-20)
On today’s show, I break down Mookie Betts’ massive contract extension from the Dodgers, and what it means for the team’s future. I also catch up with Mike Hill, host on FOX Sports and FOX Soul! We discuss his upcoming wedding, and how he’s planning it in the midst of […]
NFL’s COVID-19 Testing Problems, Mark Medina Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-23-20)
On today’s show, I break down the NFL’s COVID-19 testing issues, and question the current league-wide plan on preventing the virus’s spread. I also catch up with Mark Medina, NBA Reporter/Writer for USA TODAY! We discuss life inside of the Orlando bubble, and the NBA’s plan to resume the regular […]
The NBA Should Not Resume, B.J. Upton Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-18-20)
On today’s show, I address the latest developments involving the NBA’s path to resumption, including the criticism from players regarding the “bubble city” model. Unfortunately, it looks as if the association has begun to prioritize money over player safety, and that, in turn, could lead to a further spread of […]
NBA Season Set to Resume, Todd Grisham Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-5-20)
On today’s show, I break down the NBA’s official path to resumption, which involves a play-in tournament for each conference’s eighth seed, then a traditional postseason format. I also catch up with Todd Grisham, TV voice of Glory Kickboxing, Golden Boy Boxing, and boxing coverage on DAZN! We discussed next […]
New NBA Season Details, Ryan Dempster Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-2-20)
On today’s show, I examine new details about the NBA’s path to resumption, including their plan for the end of the season. The logical solution is to either take the top sixteen teams already in, or have a play-in tournament, similar to the NHL. The association, should not, however, force […]
Resuming the NBA Season, Scott Merkin Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-27-20)
On today’s show, I break down the NBA’s plan to resume the 2019-20 season, which involves all future games being played at ESPN’s Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando. Although encouraging news at the outset, important details still have to be worked out, and player safety should be the […]