FIFA World Cup Ticket Prices Debate, NBA Playoff Mistakes & Patrick McEnroe on Tennis NIL

On this Thursday edition of SportsWrap w/ Jason Page, The Big Story tackles one of the hottest debates in sports business today: the soaring cost of FIFA World Cup tickets. FIFA President Gianni Infantino says the prices reflect the marketplace—but is he right? Jason Page gives his honest take and it may not be what you expect. 🏀 Sam Yarnell joins Jason for a heated NBA Playoffs discussion as the guys debate whether the 76ers and Timberwolves mishandled their biggest stars early in their conference semifinal series. Did coaching decisions put those teams at risk? 🎾 ESPN and TNT tennis commentator Patrick McEnroe joins the show for an insightful conversation about the future of tennis. The guys discuss Patrick’s recent Wall Street Journal op-ed on NIL’s impact on college tennis, the growing influence of foreign-born players in NCAA tennis, and whether top players could realistically boycott Grand Slam events like the French Open over revenue-sharing disputes. 🏒 The NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs continue with the Sabres taking Game 1 against Montreal and the Ducks evening their series against the Golden Knights in Las Vegas. Jason and Sam react to the latest postseason action. 🏈 In Odds & Ends, Russell Wilson faces a fascinating crossroads: continue his NFL career with the Jets or head to the CBS studio desk for television work in 2026. Jason weighs both possibilities. Don’t miss this jam-packed Thursday edition of SportsWrap. SportsWrap w/Jason Page airs across the United States & Canada on over 270 affiliates.Check your local listings for time and schedule. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.