The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz

Roy was in the keys last week, losing to kids at a BBQ competition, so the boys catch up on all the trade deadline news they missed, including what the Florida Panthers' holding firm says about the organization's belief in its ability to win another Stanley Cup next season. Then, Dave Dameshek of Football America joins the show to regale the gang with stories of the old days, tell us why the conferences should still be named after NHL legends, and ramble on and on about the Pittsburgh Penguins and god knows what in a way that only he can.

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"Is Sinners M-F or... what is it?"

The World Baseball Classic is back tonight, Zaslow gets racist (again) about the movies, and Mike tells a story of developing superpowers at a doctor's appointment.

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"I can't look over her shoulder without seeing the word 'throbbing.'"

Chris Cote came back from vacation knowing nothing about sports, but that might be because he was distracted by a key party. And while Dave breaks down QB play as Kyler Murray has signed with the Vikings, Tony thinks Dave should leave it to the real QB in the room.

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"I've got, like, a Benjamin Buttons thing going on."

Both Bam Adebayo and Erik Spoelstra fired back at the people who created controversy by questioning the "ethics" of his 83-point performance, but thanks to a South Florida sports eclipse, we're facing what may very well be the biggest controversy in Chick-fil-A's history. Side note: Ummm, are the Heat for real? They have a BIG GAME this weekend where Zas will get to watch his new favorite player in person.

Today's cast: Jonathan Zaslow, Dave Dameshek, Chris, Jeremy, Mike, Roy, and Tony.

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Oren, Alon, and Tal Alexander were each convicted of sex trafficking. Willem Marx, who is covering the trial for Vanity Fair, gives Billy Corben the details. Plus, Brother Lyle Mohammed of the Miami-based Circle of Brotherhood talks about his on-going beef with Miami Dade county commissioner Keon Hardemon.

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Today on Good Follow, Rachel Banham and Aari McDonald join the show to discuss their time at Unrivaled and how many ankles they have broken so far this season. Then, they take Juju Gotti and Trysta Krick to Podcast School. What was it like talking to Holly Rowe? How do they get players to be unfiltered? Do they get nervous before recording? Next, Rachel and Aari settle the Giannis gather, or travel debate Juju and Trysta have been having… or do they? Are they calling that in the W? They answer Dana Evan’s question, what do you do on your off time? Is Breeze BC team ‘steal your girl’? Lastly, Juju makes his DraftKings Pick of the Week.

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"Don't say that word in front of me..."

JuJu delivers his Top 5 Most Disrespectful Moments In NBA History, and Zaslow remembers every single one of them. Also, JuJu delivers the Polls and initiates a celebration of the employee of Meadowlark Media that Dan was antisemitic toward yesterday.

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"I can see where I erred."

The crew relives Greg Cote's electric local sports updates from vacation, Zaslow helps ESPN figure out the most untouchable athletes, and Luka and LeBron can't play together. But before all that, Tony has to make an apology.

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"I'm allowed to use the n-word."

Michael Buble, Stubby Clapp, and Dan Le Batard walk into a bank...

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"I just lost all respect for you."

David takes credit for the joy everyone experienced at the WBC last night and explains when people learned about player salaries, why the White House Cabinet is wearing giant dress shoes, and how Mark DeRosa ended up having his Team USA blunder.

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"IS THAT NOT OUR JOB?!"

From players like Kevin Durant and Giannis Antetokounmpo, to legendary broadcasters like Mike Breen, Jonathan Zaslow, and the ever-eloquent-and-definitely-not-too-white-to-say-Mamba-Mentality Jeremy Tache, people around the NBA are defending the validity of the excellence of Bam Adebayo's 83-point performance, and Dwyane Wade is taking a victory lap over Bam and the Heat's recent success.

Today's cast: Dan, Zaslow, Chris, Jeremy, Mike, Roy, and Tony.

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"I am my ancestors' wildest dream." Governor Wes Moore wants to fight for the future of this country because he is the product of generational sacrifices made in pursuit of the American dream.

The 63rd Governor of Maryland sits down with Dan Le Batard for a deeply personal conversation about the moments that shaped his life and leadership. After losing his father at just three years old and growing up under the watch of a fiercely determined single mother, he struggled to find direction—until military school changed everything. He reflects on witnessing war up close and why it left him deeply skeptical of it, while leading the country to do far more for the soldiers and families who carry its scars. He also recounts the moment he was disinvited by President Trump from the National Governors Association Dinner at the White House—and weighs in on the question many have asked: is Trump a racist?

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"Comparison is the thief of joy."

JuJu has a Joker of the Week, words for the Bam haters, and the reaction to his latest single, and Jeremy accuses Dan of antisemitism.

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"No, it's not wrong."

Jessica joins the show to discuss Timothée Chalamet stepping in it, the ACC Tournament, and A'ja Wilson's boyfriend. Then, Jemele stops by to lend her expert opinion on the Magic City controversy, as someone who, admittedly, has spent a lot of her money there. And both of them help Dan settle on which songs belong in the "oldies" category.

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"Anyone who criticizes it should be shot."

Ron Magill stops by to get insulted by Dan, who is having a tremendous day angering the people he loves, and to take us through the animal kingdom, including bald eagles, manatees, and sea anemones. Also, what in the world was Team USA thinking with their approach to their game against Italy last night?

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"I saw the Dolphins canned Tua. Canned tuna."

Amin is here to provide the National perspective on Bam Adebayo's record-breaking performance, why it should be celebrated, the surprise of Bam being the guy to reach 83, and how Kobe Bryant fans are reacting. We also hear from an excited-to-drink-some-rum Greg Cote about Bam's accomplishment.

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"Everybody knows puppets only have four fingers."

Bam Adebayo broke Kobe Bryant's record for the most points scored in a single game with 83 last night against the Lossington Lizards. Dan worries the national dialogue will frame this negatively, but Jeremy wants to celebrate "Jeremy Was Right" Day. Will the crew let him speak?

Today's cast: Dan, Zaslow, Roy, Jeremy, Mike, and Tony.

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To listen to all six episodes of “Murder at The U”, follow “30 for 30 Podcasts” for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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Draymond Green just made one of the boldest claims in NBA history.
On this episode of the Alley Oop Basketball Show, Juju and Trysta react to Draymond saying he might be the best thing to ever happen to the Golden State Warriors franchise. Is it confidence… or a wild humble brag?
Then the crew dives into Jayson Tatum’s return for the Boston Celtics. With their superstar back on the court, do the Celtics have a real shot to dominate the East again?

Meanwhile, the New York Knicks continue to look unsteady, raising questions about whether they’re actually contenders — or just another mid-season roller coaster.
Out West, the Los Angeles Lakers are trying to survive without LeBron James. Can the team hold things together while LeBron sits, or will the standings start slipping?

And finally, Juju and Trysta react to a viral Machine Gun Kelly clip that has the internet completely confused.

From NBA debates and bold quotes to viral internet moments, this episode covers everything happening around the league.
If you love NBA drama, basketball debates, and hilarious viral moments, you’re in the right place.

Subscribe for more episodes of the Alley Oop Basketball Show.

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"Zaslow looks like that mean girl from 'Hey Arnold!'."

While he might be releasing new music himself, JuJu can still be our definitive voice on what is and what isn't an oldies song.

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"Tupac is big band music."

Dan Marino missed out on a big payday, Luke Kornet is the winner of the Magic City debacle, and the UFC's card for their White House event is surprising, but not as surprising as what now makes up the "oldies" music category.

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"I don't know if there is an 'All-Star' in that category."

Stan Van Gundy took some time away from his World Baseball Classic adventures to join us for a trip around NBA topics, including the upcoming game between the Celtics and Spurs, the Hornets and the "wide open" Eastern Conference, Wemby's biggest flaw, and the greatest offensive player of all-time, all while stifling Diet Coke-induced burps.

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"DIMELO MI GENTEEEEEEEEEEEE!"

Randy Arozarena said some words in three different versions of Spanish that NO ONE has said at a press conference. Jeremy and Mike get into it over the excitement of the WBC and surprisingly NOT the Miami Heat. Also, it's time for everyone's favorite NFL Free Agency game: Big Move or Not a Big Move.

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"The Wizards are a good team."

Tony wonders aloud where the hell MLB has been hiding O'Neil Cruz, which corners Jeremy into a prediction that groups him in with your ol' pal Dave Dameshek. But more importantly, the Dolphins made a decision at QB, and it's someone whose last name might make you say, "What you talkin' 'bout?" The crew reacts to the Dolphins' finding their QB of the future, Malik Willis.

Today's cast: Dan, Zaslow, Roy, Jeremy, Mike, and Tony.

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"You're my glue guy in the bay, and I love you..."

Jeremy has a Stat of the Day about, well, you can guess who, which leads us to an old song from Mike Ryan about Draymond Green.

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"Speaking of trolls..."

After a harrowing conversation about a tragedy surrounding an AI Chatbot, Amin joins the show to deliver his Weekend Observations and discuss the wild experience of doing Pablo's show in a live setting.

Disclaimer: This hour discusses suicide and suicidal ideation. If you are experiencing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, counselors are here for you. You are not alone. Call 988.

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"I learned it from you, Dad."

Pabloprah Torre found the smoking gun in the Clippers-Kawhi Leonard-Aspiration story, and he's here to wax poetic about the brilliance of his own reporting from the Sloan Sports Analytics Conference in a masturbatory way. How is this anything other than cap circumvention? Why did Mark Cuban disappear? How did he sneak a document under Adam Silver's nose in a literal way?

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"You're scared of the nipple?"

Charlotte Hornets play-by-play broadcaster, Eric Collins, is here to discuss the joy of his broadcasts, the excellence of Kon Knueppel, the best run in Hornets' history, and to solve the mystery of Purple Shirt Guy. Then, while we may have originally thought Victor Wembanyama was an other-worldly being sent to destroy the NBA, it looks like he's actually here to save it. There IS crying in basketball.

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"I reclaim my time."

The Miami Dolphins released Tua Tagovailoa this morning, which Zaslow told you was going to happen, and the entire crew is locked in on what it means for the Dolphins' future... except for Jeremy, who is convinced the Dolphins did this just so our show wouldn't have to talk about the Miami Heat.

Today's cast: Dan, Zaslow, Roy, Jeremy, and Mike.

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Dave Dameshek opens the show by answering the question: which QB draft class is the best in the history of people. Then Carmen Vitali and JD Bunkis join the show to talk about all the latest moves of the 2026 NFL trade. They get past the headlines and into why these teams make the decisions they do. They look at how GMs construct teams and why roster construction is a science, but an inexact science. Dave then uses a fact about Patriot fans (how they lament more than any other football fans and will whine about Drake Maye's injury for the rest of time) as a way chat about the gold medal hockey game. Would Canada have won if they put Sidney Crosby on the ice? The answer touches on the racial makeup of Canada and why French Canadians aren't pulling their weight in the goal. Yes, we go there. And then we wind our way back to NFL trades. It's Football America time! (NOTE: Recorded on Thursday at 1pm ET.)

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Juju is joined by special guest Lalaa Shepard for a wild episode of the Alley Oop Basketball Show — and the conversation goes WAY beyond the court.
First up: the unbelievable story of a coach connected to California State University, Bakersfield allegedly being caught up in a pimping scandal. The internet can’t believe it, and Juju and Lalaa break down how a story like this even happens in the sports world.
Then the conversation shifts to the legendary culture of Magic City — one of the most iconic nightlife spots tied to hip-hop and basketball culture. Why do athletes and rappers treat it like a second home?
Next up: the long-running tension between T.I. and 50 Cent. The hosts break down the history of the beef, the personalities involved, and why these rivalries never really die.
Finally, they celebrate the MIST winning UNRIVALED, and what it means for the league and the future of women’s basketball.
From scandals to strip club culture to hip-hop beefs and hoops — this episode covers everything.

If you love basketball culture, viral sports stories, and hilarious commentary, this episode is for you.

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"How did Zaslow die? He didn't know how to get to Santa Fe."

Mike Ryan admits that Tim Tebow is "an amazing guy," and Trysta tells the story of the time Tebow admitted they have chemistry, but something is a little off about how much Canes fan Mike Ryan continues to praise Tim Tebow. Dave pits Tony and Tache against each other in some TvT action and then starts rambling about Super Bowl MVPs. Which NFL superstars could beat up Logan Paul in a boxing ring?

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"Look, it's Nosferatu... no, that's just Adam Silver."

Mike tee's up Pablo Torre's upcoming live show at MIT Sloan, which Tony expectedly dismisses as a dorkfest with R.C. Buford and Keith Law. The gang discusses whether Victor Wembanyama can fulfill the prophecy in just his third season in the league, and Jeremy compares the Heat's rebuild to the Spurs because he is Heat MAGA. Trysta says she would go to Phoenix if she were an NBA free agent because of the city's roads.

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"Died right in front of my right foot...SO NHL TRADE DEADLINE TODAY!"

A luggage cart hit Trysta's flight, and she didn't feel like flying on a plane with spare parts, so she's back for another edition of Friends of Show Friday. Your old pal Dave Dameshek is here to make fun of Jeremy for caring too much about the second apron as he flounders in the EP chair and gets blamed for everything. While he treads water and gasps for air, Tony keeps up to date on the NHL trade deadline. We discuss whether Florida Panthers' fans would be happy if Sergei Bobrovsky went elsewhere and won a Stanley Cup, and what Tua and John Fetterman have in common.

Today's Cast: Dave, Zaslow, Jeremy, Tony, Trysta, Mike

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On 11/7/2006, former Miami Hurricanes defensive lineman Bryan Pata was murdered. In August 2021, former Miami Hurricanes defensive back Rashaun Jones was arrested in connection with Pata's murder. Due to not being able to afford bail, Jones has been in jail since his arrest. He was tried but the jury was hung and result was a mistrial. Christian Maroni, Sara Alvarez, and Danielle Perez represents Jones's defense team. They join Billy Corben to talk about the case.

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"[laughs in Bills fan]"

JuJu is ECSTATIC over the news of the Bills trading for DJ Moore and has takes on what it could mean before delivering his Thursday Thunder and recapping this week's polls.

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"I like it when it sounds like I'm peeing."

Dan is still uncomfortable with Domino's pants, Jeremy agrees with Chris on an intellectual argument from yesterday's show, and Mike has some praise for Stephen Ross. Then, the World Baseball Classic is here, and the Pitch Clock has you covered! Daniel Alvarez of El Extrabase sets the table for this year's tournament, and Ethan's trivia quizzes Jeremy and Chris on the champions of past years.

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"You know about that hot, young wife, Dan?"

It's time for the 305 Day competition, including competitions between Trysta and Jeremy, Chris and Zaslow, and Tony and Mike. Also, the show continues to praise Andy Roddick's Charlotte Hornets, and it might actually kill Jeremy.

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"I hope so."

Dan wants you to know he has NEVER owned an umbrella, and David Samson is here to lie to Mike Ryan about the firing of Tommy Hutton and to advocate for companies to lay off their employees.

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"Don't tell them too much."

Today is March 5, and you know what that means: Tony thinks we should have the day off, and Zaslow is wearing a bald cap. Also, the Miami Hurricanes and the Charlotte Hornets are good basketball teams! Plus, Paula Lavigne & Dan Arruda are here to discuss their investigative reporting from the 'Murder at the U' podcast about Bryan Pata's murder after the mistrial from earlier this week.

Today's cast: Dan, Zaslow, Chris, Jeremy, Mike, Tony, and Trysta.

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Tig Notaro had the worst month of her life. Then, she had her big break because of it.

Tig has always been a wild child, from growing up with a free spirit of a mother, to repeating eighth grade (twice) before dropping out of school entirely, to performing half her stand-up set with her shirt off after having a double mastectomy. With Dan Le Batard, Tig explores where her own “go to hell” energy comes from. Tig also speaks about being an Oscar-nominated producer for her work on “Come See Me In The Good Light,” a documentary following the death of her friend and poet, Andrea Gibson. She also looks at why, despite being a ridiculously funny comedian, some of her greatest successes also deal with deep grief. See Tig live on tour - go to TigNation.com for dates and tickets, and subscribe to the "Handsome" podcast, hosted by Tig and fellow comedians Fortune Feimster and Mae Martin.

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"Do we have pool girls?"

Pool Boy Tony watched Basic Instinct for the first time, Trysta dismisses Michael Jordan, and JuJu updates the Polls.

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"I'm 58. I look pretty good. I feel even better."

Jessica is here to discuss the highlights of Nostalgia Night for the NBA on NBC, the St. Louis Cardinals' bottomless food ticket, the U.S. Hockey team's appearance on SNL, and why she yearns for blogs. Plus, Dan makes up an absurd story about cooling himself down with a head of lettuce.

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"I don't know Alex Pierce."

Pablo Torre's ability to win award after award after award after award has blown Dan away... The problem? Dan keeps having to pay to nominate him. Plus, Greg has a GI (or is it AI?) issue, a genuine QB debate breaks out, and Tony delivers his "Top 5 Low-Key NFL Free Agents" featuring one player who is about as high-key as it gets.

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"Sounds like you in the shower."

The Ultimate Enjoyer of Basketball™️ and collector of vintage sports stuff, Kenny Beecham, joins the show to discuss how much trust we should have in the Cavs and Pistons, the Charlotte Hornets' new role as the NBA's most fun team, and Dan's insistence that the Heat fire Erik Spoelstra. Then, why did Stephen A. pick this moment to go after Zion Williamson?

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"He's literally half."

Roy is scamming the company, Zas is worried the Panthers' run is over, and Greg is advocating for 'hard-ass' coaches, but no matter where the group tries to lead the show... Dan. Cannot. Stop. Firing. Erik. Spoelstra.

Today's cast: Dan, Greg, Zaslow, Chris, JuJu, Tony, and Trysta.

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Is Cade Cunningham getting the respect he deserves… or is the hype machine in overdrive?

This week on Alley Oop, Juju and Trysta welcome Zach Harper from The Athletic for a full-on NBA debate episode — and things get SPICY.

We kick things off with the big question:

• Is Cade Cunningham an MVP candidate… or are we getting ahead of ourselves?
  Does he deserve praise for carrying Detroit — or shade for the results?

From there, the besmirching spreads:

• Are the Spurs the second-best team in the West?

• Can ANYONE beat Team USA in Olympic basketball?

• Who are the true powerhouses — East vs West?

• Why won’t Luka shoot when he’s WIDE OPEN?!

• Kelsey Plum does an Aliyah Boston elbow impression and we cannot recover.

It’s debates, hot takes, chaos, and a LOT of shade.

If you love NBA debates, spicy basketball takes, and zero chill analysis — you’re in the right place.

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"We have actual shelves in our merch store."

JuJu has some takes on Traitors and Paradise, Greg wears a shirt with his own face on it, and Zaslow delivers his MVP of the Day.

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"...do with it what you want, young ladies."

JuJu Gotti is here as our Atlanta expert to refute Luke Kornet's take on Magic City, Dan wonders why arm length matters so much at the NFL combine, and Mike and Zas are furious at this show's asinine defense of sharks.

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"When I say it, I picture myself as Chef Boyardee."

Can James Harden actually take a team over the top in the postseason? How do you get concert tickets if there are 700,000 people ahead of you in line? Why does Greg Cote think every one of his thoughts is interesting?

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