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EPISODE · Sep 9, 2025 · 30 MIN

From NBA Hall of Fame to World Cup Prep: We're breaking down the latest in sports and fan culture.

from YOU WOOD THINK? · host Bobby and Mikey D

Send us Fan MailSports legends and fan moments take center stage as we explore basketball immortality, controversial player deals, and the thin line between passion and entitlement in sporting culture.The Basketball Hall of Fame recently welcomed a stellar class, with Carmelo Anthony headlining as one of the purest scorers in NBA history. Despite his "black hole" reputation for rarely passing, Melo's offensive brilliance earned him basketball immortality alongside fellow inductees Dwight Howard, Sue Bird, and Maya Moore. We dive into what made these players special, from Howard's superhuman shoulders and Superman persona to Sue Bird's point guard wizardry that revolutionized the women's game.Behind the celebrations lurks controversy, particularly surrounding Kawhi Leonard's questionable $28 million endorsement deal with Aspiration. The arrangement allegedly allowed Leonard to decline any requested activities while still collecting millions – essentially being paid to do nothing. With the company now facing bankruptcy and fraud allegations that even ensnared Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, this saga adds another complex layer to Leonard's already complicated legacy as what some call "the worst superstar in NBA history."Sports fandom reveals both the best and worst of human nature. We dissect the viral video of an adult woman stealing a baseball from a child at a game, then confronting the child's father with entitled rage. The heartwarming resolution – stadium staff providing gifts and the home run hitter offering a signed bat to the disappointed child – reminds us that while sports can bring out shocking behavior, they also create opportunities for redemption and connection. Whether discussing Ken Dryden's quiet dignity facing cancer or the excitement building around the upcoming World Cup, we're exploring what happens when sports transcend the game itself and reveal our collective character.Support the show  You Wood Think? Bobby and Mikey D

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Send us Fan Mail Sports legends and fan moments take center stage as we explore basketball immortality, controversial player deals, and the thin line between passion and entitlement in sporting culture. The Basketball Hall of Fame recently welcomed a stellar class, with Carmelo Anthony headlining as one of the purest scorers in NBA history. Despite his "black hole" reputation for rarely passing, Melo's offensive brilliance earned him basketball immortality alongside fellow inductees Dwight H...

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