Wfuv's Pick And Pod

Jason Concepcion (@netw3rk) of Grantland joined the podcast to discuss his experience at Summer League, realistic expectations for the Knicks, the favorite in the East, and more.

Scott Cacciola (@ScottCacciola) of the New York Times sat down with me at the NBA's Las Vegas Summer League to check in on the Knicks mid-offseason, break down the re-signing of Carmelo Anthony, and project how the team will look come the regular season.

Tim Bontemps (@TimBontemps) of the New York Post joined the podcast to discuss the ramifications of Jason Kidd's departure and Free Agency, including questions about the future of Paul Pierce - plus the decisions that lie with LeBron and Melo.

Sean Highkin (@highkin), of Sports on Earth, and Jared Dubin (@JADubin5), of Bloomberg Sports and Hardwood Paroxysm, joined us to talk about the draft and free agency. We also discussed the Tyson Chandler trade and what the Knicks could do with the two second round picks they now have.

Amin Elhassan (@AminESPN) of ESPN Insider joined the podcast from San Antonio to discuss the Spurs' quest for revenge against the Heat, potential matchups, and the future of both Tim Duncan and Miami's Big Three.

Sean Highkin (@highkin), of Sports on Earth, joined us to talk about game 5 of the Pacers-Heat series and the Conference Finals in general. We also discussed Lance Stephenson's antics and whether Paul George is on his way to being a true superstar.

Kenny Ducey chats with Chris Herring (@HerringWSJ) of the Wall Street Journal to discuss the upcoming Conference Finals and discuss the Knicks' coaching search, including the decision made by Steve Kerr to pass on the job.

Kenny Ducey, Matt Rosenfeld, and Kevin Kelly react to the end of a wild NBA Playoffs Round 1, and the start of Round 2, then welcome in Chuck Daley (@ThunderObsessed) to talk Durant & Thunder-Clippers.

Kenny Ducey, Matt Rosenfeld, and Kevin Kelly have Tom Lorenzo (@TomLorenzo) of Nets Daily on the Pick and Pod to discuss the Nets and Grizzlies. We also make our way through the rest of the first round matchups.

Kenny Ducey and Matt Rosenfeld quickly react to Adam Silver's banishment of Clippers Owner Donald Sterling from the site of the NBA's press conference in Manhattan.

Kenny Ducey, Matt Rosenfeld and Kevin Kelly are joined by Jason Concepcion (@netw3rk) of Grantland to discuss the craziness that has been Week 1 of the NBA Playoffs. We talk LaMarcus Aldridge, Kevin Durant, Warriors & more.

Seth Rosenthal (@seth_rosenthal) of SB Nation's Posting and Toasting joined us to discuss what coaches Phil Jackson may turn to in light of the Mike Woodson firing, plus  we talk about the start of the NBA Playoffs and about a cool fish.

Dan Devine (@YourManDevine) of Ball Don't Lie helped us wrap up the Knicks & Nets regular seasons, plus looked ahead to the potential fate of a few playoff teams and gave out some awards.

Jared Dubin (@JADubin5) of Bloomberg Sports, Grantland, and Hardwood Paroxysm joined us today to talk about the issues in Indiana, the Knicks' playoff hopes, and whether the Nets can make a run. We also discussed UConn's win over Kentucky in the National Championship and made our picks for tonight's games.

Steve Hirdt (@SteveHirdt), Executive Vice President of the Elias Sports Bureau & Fordham '72, joined us to talk about analytics & whether or not we're overwhelming ourselves with stats, and a crazy trend in the NBA. Plus, we preview Knicks-Nets tonight and talk about the decline of the Pacers.

Spero Dedes, WFUV alumn, radio voice of the Knicks, and NCAA Basketball Broadcaster for CBS Sports joined us today to talk both about the Knicks and the Tournament. He first discusses what Phil Jackson's first moves may be, and the time it'll take to rebuild, and also talks about very strong Michigan St & Michigan teams.

Kenny Ducey and Kevin Kelly talk to The Wall Street Journal's Chris Herring (@HerringWSJ) about Phil Jackson's impact on the Knicks' future, the team's relationship with media, James Dolan's image, and Michigan's chances in the NCAA Tournament. Around 33 minutes in, the guys give their picks for the tournament region-by-region.

Ryan Ruocco (@RyanRuocco), voice of the Nets and the NBA on ESPN and WFUV alumn joins us to discuss the Nets 2014 resurgence and the implications of Phil Jackson coming to the Knicks. We also talk James Harden and do some Wednesday pick 'em.

Jason Concepcion (@Netw3rk) of Grantland joined us to discuss the saddening Knicks, and what the remainder of the year holds for some of the top teams in the East and West. We also take a look at how many more games the Sixers could realistically win this year, the Nets' return to .500, and make some picks for Wednesday night's games.

Kenny Ducey, Matt Rosenfeld, and Kevin Kelly discuss the Knicks' loss to the Heat, and Raymond Felton's off-the-court non-distracting distractions. Also, the Nets have some promise, Jimmer Fredette is available, and Friday night pick 'em.