EPISODE · Jun 9, 2026 · 49 MIN
Texas Tech Gambling Controversy, NBA Finals Shift
from SportsIQ with Larry Smith · host Rise Above Productions & Revision Sound
The NBA Finals are officially a series.Larry Smith breaks down San Antonio's critical Game 3 victory over New York, Victor Wembanyama's breakout Finals performance, and what both teams must do as the championship battle heads deeper into Madison Square Garden. PrizePicks' Chris Bengel joins the show to discuss Wemby's emergence, the Spurs' championship chances, NBA parity, and what could be next for Oklahoma City after a disappointing postseason exit. Plus, Caitlin Clark delivers her first career WNBA game-winner, sinking a clutch three-pointer to lift the Indiana Fever over Washington. Larry also covers key NHL storylines, including a thrilling Stanley Cup Final, Peter Laviolette's return behind the bench, and an unforgettable Brewers-A's slugfest featuring 11 home runs and 29 total runs. Then, Larry and Producer Tony tackle one of the most controversial stories in recent college sports history: Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby's NCAA eligibility ruling after admitting to betting on his own team. The discussion explores competitive integrity, gambling in sports, NCAA authority, and the precedent this decision could set for college athletics moving forward.
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The NBA Finals are officially a series.Larry Smith breaks down San Antonio's critical Game 3 victory over New York, Victor Wembanyama's breakout Finals performance, and what both teams must do as the championship battle heads deeper into Madison Square Garden. PrizePicks' Chris Bengel joins the show to discuss Wemby's emergence, the Spurs' championship chances, NBA parity, and what could be next for Oklahoma City after a disappointing postseason exit. Plus, Caitlin Clark delivers her first career WNBA game-winner, sinking a clutch three-pointer to lift the Indiana Fever over Washington. Larry also covers key NHL storylines, including a thrilling Stanley Cup Final, Peter Laviolette's return behind the bench, and an unforgettable Brewers-A's slugfest featuring 11 home runs and 29 total runs. Then, Larry and Producer Tony tackle one of the most controversial stories in recent college sports history: Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby's NCAA eligibility ruling after admitting to betting on his own team. The discussion explores competitive integrity, gambling in sports, NCAA authority, and the precedent this decision could set for college athletics moving forward.
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