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Arizona Cardinals Dominate 2025 NFL Draft As Monti Ossenfort Rebuilding with Purpose
Episode 193
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 • Duration 25:56
The Arizona Cardinals dominated the NFL Draft thanks to savvy picks like Walter Nolen III and Will Johnson. Under the guidance of first-time general manager Monti Ossenfort, the Cardinals have strategically infused their roster with talent, signaling a shift from their previous struggles. With five picks in the top 90 and a focus on addressing key needs, the 2025 draft class is poised to accelerate the team's rebuild .
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Would Bob Myers Be The Phoenix Suns Savior Or Another Flashy Failure?
Episode 192
Monday, April 28, 2025 • Duration 33:27
The Phoenix Suns under Mat Ishbia have won a lot of press conferences with the trades for Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal and the hirings of Frank Vogel and Mike Budenholzer but haven't won on the court. Would hiring Bob Myers to run the front office be another splashy move that doesn't deliver? Plus, NBA Insider Marc Stein stops by to share the latest on Myers, Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns coaching search.
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No One Cares About Your March Madness Bracket
Episode 183
Friday, March 21, 2025 • Duration 16:51
Guess what, no one cares about your NCAA Tournament bracket. Absolutely no one! Plus, why is the internet comparing former GCU Women's Basketball coach, and new ASU Women's Basketball coach, Holly Miller to LSU's Livvy Dunne and who is the best new rivalry in Arizona? It involves the Phoenix Suns Kevin Durant.
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A Big Beal: Bradley Beal is a Phoenix Sun, Corbin Carroll an MLB All-Star?
Episode 92
Friday, June 23, 2023 • Duration 01:07:41
The Phoenix Suns are making moves! Bradley Beal is coming to the Valley after the Washington Wizards traded him for Chris Paul, Landry Shamet and draft picks. What does Beal’s addition do for the Suns? How much credit should we give Chris Paul for helping make Phoenix a desirable landing spot for big time players? PLUS the NBA Draft was last night and the Suns selected Toumani Camara from Dayton. An Arizona State Sun Devil and an Arizona Wildcat on the same team? Marcus Bagley from Arizona State and Azoulas Tubelis both sign with the 76ers. Finally, Corbin Carroll and Lourdes Gurriell Jr. have advanced in the MLB All-Star starters voting and have a chance to represent the Arizona Diamondbacks in Seattle!
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42:50 Toumani Camara selected at 52 in the NBA Draft
46:10 Azuolas Tubelis and Marcus Bagley teammates?
Check Up: Is Chris Paul going to be a Phoenix Sun? Are Zac Gallen and the Arizona Diamondbacks trending down?
Episode 91
Friday, June 16, 2023 • Duration 01:03:28
Phoenix Suns point guard Chris Paul recently spoke to the media and said he wants to stay in Arizona and play for Frank Vogel and the Suns. What is the likelihood of that happening? Would James Jones see any value in keeping the aging vet? The Arizona Diamondbacks just lost an important series to one of the hottest teams in baseball, the Philadelphia Phillies. Ace pitcher Zac Gallen also has sported a few poor outings as of late. How concerned should we be about the D-backs? Is this a sign the team hasn’t yet found sustainable success or just a quick rough patch? At least Corbin Carroll is still doing what he does best, being very good at baseball.
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Bitter Breakup? The Phoenix Suns release Chris Paul; Shane Doan joins the Toronto Maple Leafs front office
Episode 90
Friday, June 9, 2023 • Duration 01:07:21
The Phoenix Suns made waves by suddenly releasing Chris Paul. What is next for new head coach Frank Vogel and the Suns at the point guard position? PLUS, Arizona Coyotes legend Shane Doan is joining the Toronto Maple Leafs as an assistant to new Leafs’ general manager Brad Treliving, the Arizona Cardinals are set to start mandatory minicamp with the question of Budda Baker’s attendance still looming, and Corbin Carroll and the Arizona Diamondbacks continue to roll.
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Quite Frank-ly: The Phoenix Suns hire Frank Vogel, The Arizona Diamondbacks are a Wagon
Episode 89
Saturday, June 3, 2023 • Duration 01:11:36
The Phoenix Suns are reportedly signing former Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel to a five-year deal. Out of all the available coaching candidates, was this the best option? We’re breaking everything down about the new coach in the Valley. PLUS the Arizona Diamondbacks are a WAGON. After walking off and sweeping the Colorado Rockies, the D-backs find themselves at the top of the National League. Did anyone expect this from Corbin Carroll and the Snakes?
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Temperature Check: Who will be the next head coach of the Phoenix Suns; Does DeAndre Hopkins want out?
Episode 88
Thursday, May 25, 2023 • Duration 59:58
The Phoenix Suns are in the market for a new head coach after firing Monty Williams. According to a report, Mat Ishbia has narrowed down the candidate pool to 5 options… so which one is the best for Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns? After an interview with DeAndre Hopkins went viral, many Arizona Cardinals fans are now asking if the wide receiver even wants to play in the valley. What did he say that got everyone so concerned? NFL OTAs have begun and Kyler Murray has been spotted! Is this a good sign for the Cards? The Arizona Diamondbacks have been on fire lately and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. is no exception. Is this success sustainable for the Snakes? Finally, the Tempe Entertainment District and arena deal proposed by the Arizona Coyotes is dead. What options does the team have and how quickly do they need a plan?
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Coyotes Conundrum: The proposed arena in Tempe is rejected, what is next for Clayton Keller and the team?
Episode 87
Friday, May 19, 2023 • Duration 01:11:03
Arizona Coyotes proposed arena is voted against, what is next for Clayton Keller and the team?
Description: On Tuesday the Arizona Coyotes and their fans were hopeful for good news when election results came in for the teams proposed arena and entertainment district. To the shock of many the proposal failed and now the future of the team hangs in the balance as the Coyotes now look for alternative options. Where could the Yotes go… Mesa, Chandler, Scottsdale? The team is committed to the Valley but how long can Alex Murelo and Gary Bettman fend off relocation?
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Here Lie the Suns: Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns are eliminated from the NBA Playoffs
Episode 86
Friday, May 12, 2023 • Duration 01:09:52
With an elimination looming, the Phoenix Suns needed a big Game 6 performance from Devin Booker and Kevin Durant. The Denver Nuggets proved to be too big of a task for the Suns to handle as Phoenix has been eliminated from the playoffs. What went wrong and where does the blame lie? Is it Monty Williams coaching, did the injuries the Chris Paul and Deandre Ayton deliver the final blow? Where was the vintage Kevin Durant performance we were all expecting? Was Devin Booker dealing with an injury we didn’t know about. Let’s let the 2022-23 season rest and bid farewell to our Finals hopes.
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