EPISODE · Oct 16, 2025 · 52 MIN
Courts, Commodores & Coolers: NBA Tip-Offs, Vanderbilt’s Surge, and Ty Simpson’s Sweet Gift
from SportsIQ with Larry Smith · host Rise Above Productions & Revision Sound
It’s Friday Eve on Sports IQ with Larry Smith, and the show’s bursting with hoops, helmets, and heartwarming headlines.Larry opens with the countdown to next week’s NBA tip-off — a season loaded with Western Conference storylines. Joining him is Jasmyn Wimbish of CBS Sports, who breaks down:The Thunder’s title defense and how their depth could spark a dynastyKevin Durant’s move to Houston and how it reshapes the WestThe LeBron-Luka handoff in L.A. as James battles sciatica and Doncic slims downWhy Golden State’s veterans might have one more miracle run leftCooper Flagg’s debut in Dallas and why the 18-year-old rookie might already be NBA-readyA shakeup in the East: Boston’s Jason Tatum and Indiana’s Tyrese Haliburton out for the yearThen it’s back to the gridiron: Henry Oelhafen, Sports Editor for The Vanderbilt Hustler, joins Larry to spotlight the Vanderbilt Commodores’ historic start.From 5–1 and ranked No. 17 to a massive home matchup vs. LSUQB Diego Pavia’s leadership and his comeback from injuryClark Lea’s coaching magic and whether Penn State might try to lure him awayA sold-out stadium, energized alumni, and the rise of Vandy football in NashvilleLarry and producer Tony round out the show with the day’s headlines:Albert Pujols in talks to manage either the Orioles or AngelsBruce Pearl joins the CBS broadcast crewNFL Week 7 preview: Steelers vs. Bengals, Lions’ drama, and locker room loyalty gone viralCollege football weekend preview: Georgia vs. Ole Miss, Tennessee vs. Alabama, and why TV ratings are smashing modern recordsFinally, a Moment of “Ah” for the ages:Alabama QB Ty Simpson gives every teammate a custom Yeti cooler — a classy NIL-powered thank-you from a $2.3M man.Topics Discussed:NBA season preview: Thunder, Rockets, Lakers, Warriors, MavericksVanderbilt’s rise and SEC playoff mathClark Lea’s loyalty and Vanderbilt’s Nashville revivalNFL Week 7 and Lions locker-room fireCollege football TV dominanceTy Simpson’s NIL gift that froze the roomGuests:🎙️ Jasmyn Wimbish – CBS Sports NBA Writer🎙️ Henry Oelhafen – Sports Editor, The Vanderbilt HustlerConnect:Follow Sports IQ with Larry Smith for daily storytelling that connects headlines, humor, and humanity — Monday through Friday, wherever you get your podcasts.
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It’s Friday Eve on Sports IQ with Larry Smith, and the show’s bursting with hoops, helmets, and heartwarming headlines.Larry opens with the countdown to next week’s NBA tip-off — a season loaded with Western Conference storylines. Joining him is Jasmyn Wimbish of CBS Sports, who breaks down:The Thunder’s title defense and how their depth could spark a dynastyKevin Durant’s move to Houston and how it reshapes the WestThe LeBron-Luka handoff in L.A. as James battles sciatica and Doncic slims downWhy Golden State’s veterans might have one more miracle run leftCooper Flagg’s debut in Dallas and why the 18-year-old rookie might already be NBA-readyA shakeup in the East: Boston’s Jason Tatum and Indiana’s Tyrese Haliburton out for the yearThen it’s back to the gridiron: Henry Oelhafen, Sports Editor for The Vanderbilt Hustler, joins Larry to spotlight the Vanderbilt Commodores’ historic start.From 5–1 and ranked No. 17 to a massive home matchup vs. LSUQB Diego Pavia’s leadership and his comeback from injuryClark Lea’s coaching magic and whether Penn State might try to lure him awayA sold-out stadium, energized alumni, and the rise of Vandy football in NashvilleLarry and producer Tony round out the show with the day’s headlines:Albert Pujols in talks to manage either the Orioles or AngelsBruce Pearl joins the CBS broadcast crewNFL Week 7 preview: Steelers vs. Bengals, Lions’ drama, and locker room loyalty gone viralCollege football weekend preview: Georgia vs. Ole Miss, Tennessee vs. Alabama, and why TV ratings are smashing modern recordsFinally, a Moment of “Ah” for the ages:Alabama QB Ty Simpson gives every teammate a custom Yeti cooler — a classy NIL-powered thank-you from a $2.3M man.Topics Discussed:NBA season preview: Thunder, Rockets, Lakers, Warriors, MavericksVanderbilt’s rise and SEC playoff mathClark Lea’s loyalty and Vanderbilt’s Nashville revivalNFL Week 7 and Lions locker-room fireCollege football TV dominanceTy Simpson’s NIL gift that froze the roomGuests:🎙️ Jasmyn Wimbish – CBS Sports NBA Writer🎙️ Henry Oelhafen – Sports Editor, The Vanderbilt HustlerConnect:Follow Sports IQ with Larry Smith for daily storytelling that connects headlines, humor, and humanity — Monday through Friday, wherever you get your podcasts.
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