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EPISODE · May 8, 2026 · 22 MIN

Always Bet On Black w/ Ian Parks: NBA Playoff Picks + Is Reese Right To Question James Harden's As A Hall Of Fame?

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Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Ian Parks to discuss his NBA Playoff picks, what the Cavs should do with James Harden and much more. Ian Parks from Always Bet On Black w/ Ian Parks joins the Sports Shop to share his picks for this weekend in the NBA Playoffs. Who will win this weekend: Carolina Hurricanes or Philadelphia Flyers? New York Knicks or Philadelphia 76ers? San Antonio Spurs or Minnesota Timberwolves? Atlanta Braves or Los Angeles Dodgers? The Cleveland Cavaliers are down 0-2 in their Eastern Conference semifinal series against the Detroit Pistons after losing Game 2 by a score of 107-97. James Harden struggled with an inefficient performance, adding to criticism of his playoff play. The defeat has increased pressure on Cleveland heading into Game 3, which will be played at home as the Cavaliers try to avoid falling into a difficult 0-3 series deficit. Why does Harden struggle in the playoffs? What should the Cavaliers do with Harden?

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