What's Wright? with Nick Wright

Colin is joined by Nick Wright, host of “First Things First” on FS1 and the “What’s Wright” podcast, live from the Hard Rock Bet party bus. They start with the USMNT looking far better than anticipated (4:00), the World Cup being absolutely incredible through the group stage (8:30), and what their expectations are for the USMNT in the knockout stage (12:15). They laud coach Mauricio Pochettino’s aggressive style of play (17:00) note the African nations for being very competitive at the tournament (20:30), look ahead to how the bracket could play out and explain why Bosnia is a must-win game for the US (26:00). They pivot to the NBA and react to the Heat trading for Giannis (31:45) and the Wolves trading for LaMelo Ball (44:00), preview the Colombia/Portugal game and react to the fans coming to the World Cup falling in love with American culture (58:00). Finally, they make their predictions for the winner of the World Cup (1:06:00). All lines provided by @hardrockbet (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright reacts to the Miami Heat trading for Milwaukee Bucks' star Giannis Antetokounmpo as well as the Minnesota Timberwolves trading for Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball. Nick breaks down why he believes neither trade will work out for the Heat or Timberwolves... and why the fallout may be worse than you'd expect. Later, Nick reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' massive deal with Austin Reaves and what it means for the future of LeBron James in LA. Could we see LeBron joining up with Steph Curry's Golden State Warriors or returning to Miami with Giannis? #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright reacts to Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks winning the NBA Finals over Victor Wembanyama's San Antonio Spurs. Is Jalen Brunson the best player in the NBA? Where does he rank among all-time Knicks? Later, Nick breaks down what went wrong for Wemby and San Antonio and how the Spurs can return to the Finals. Next, Nick reacts to the first week of the World Cup. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright reacts to Victor Wembanyama's dominant night in the San Antonio Spurs' massive Game 3 win of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden. Should Wemby's bounce back performance make NY fans nervous moving forward? And should the NBA give Wemby a retroactive flagrant foul for his body slam of Jalen Brunson? Then, Nick breaks down what went wrong for Brunson and the New York Knicks and predicts how they’ll respond in Game 4. Later, Damonza recaps his week playing golf with J.R. Smith. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright reacts to Jalen Brunson's 4th quarter heroics in the New York Knicks' massive Game 1 win over Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Finals. Is Brunson the clear-cut best American player? Is he making a run at best player in the world? Next, Nick breaks down what's next for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, and the Oklahoma City Thunder after their Western Conference Finals loss. Should OKC make a move for Giannis? Anthony Davis? Later, Nick reacts to the Los Angeles Rams trading with the Cleveland Browns for Myles Garrett as well as the New England Patriots trading with the Philadelphia Eagles for AJ Brown. How does this shift the balance of power in the NFL? #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright answers listener questions during a mailbag segment. First, Nick shares his preview of the 2026 World Cup, breaking down each group, his pick to win the tournament, and Christian Pulisic and Team USA's chances. Next, he discusses Luka Doncic vs. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the 2020s all-decade team, and where Shaq falls in the top 10 players of all-time. Later, Nick plays the viral 82-0 NBA game and uses his knowledge to try to build an unbeatable roster. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright reacts to Game 1 of the NBA Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and the New York Knicks. Has Jalen Brunson entered the best player in the world conversation after another clutch performance? And what is wrong with Victor Wembanyama after a disappointing Finals debut? Nick breaks down Game 1 and shares his predictions for the rest of the series! #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright reacts to Game 7 between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Oklahoma City Thunder and the San Antonio Spurs. How should OKC react to the loss and what does it means for Victor Wembanyama to lead his team to the NBA Finals? Next, Nick gives his predictions the Spurs' matchup with Jalen Brunson's New York Knicks... will NY finally break their championship drought? Later, Nick reacts to the Cleveland Browns trading Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams as well as the Philadelphia Eagles sending AJ Brown to the New England Patriots. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright reacts to Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks heading to the NBA Finals following a historic 10-game winning streak? Is NY Nick's pick to win over San Antonio or Oklahoma City? Later, Nick breaks down what Victor Wembanyama must improve before the Spurs are ready to be NBA champions and whether he expects San Antonio's young star to rise to the occasion. Next, Nick shares what he expects will happen with LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason with rumors flying about James' future in LA. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright answers listener questions during a mailbag episode! What's next for LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers as rumors circulate about James' future in LA? And who will Nick root for once LeBron retires? Are Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder about to be the NBA's next dynasty... or will OKC run into a similar fate as the most recent NBA champions? Later, Nick shares the best lessons he's learned from his career so far. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright predicts Game 6 between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the San Antonio Spurs and whether or not Victor Wembanyama is getting unfair treatment from the NBA. Then, Nick breaks down how Adam Silver and the NBA can fix their flopping issue, and why the league's commissioner should take it more seriously. Later, Nick weighs in on the New York Knicks Finals-bound roster and who is facing the most pressure. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright reacts to the New York Knicks sweeping the Cleveland Cavaliers and advancing to the NBA Finals. Nick breaks down Jalen Brunson's ascension to NBA superstar, what's next for James Harden & Donovan Mitchell with the Cavs, and why this Finals appearance is more than deserved for Knicks fans. Later, Nick addresses the Stephen A. Smith situation. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright reacts to Victor Wembanyama's historic performance in the San Antonio Spurs' thrilling double overtime win over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals. Has Wemby cemented himself as the best player in the world? Later, Nick reacts to Stephen A. Smith's back-and-forth with Boston Celtics' star guard Jaylen Brown and shares why Stephen A. is acting out of line. Next, Nick debates where SGA ranks among guards in NBA history after winning his second consecutive MVP award. Where does Shai slot in among Stephen Curry, Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson, and the other historic guards? #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright reacts to Victor Wembanyama’s incredible performance for the San Antonio Spurs against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Is SGA’s lackluster Game 1 a sign of things to come or an aberration for Nick Wright’s 9th best guard of all time? Plus, reactions to Dylan Harper’s huge night, Jalen Williams’ return, and more. Then, Nick previews the New York Knicks - Cleveland Cavaliers Eastern Conference Finals featuring a clash between Jalen Brunson and Donovan Mitchell! And what does Nick make of Stephen A. Smith & Jaylen Brown clashing? #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright reacts to Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers dominating Cade Cunningham's Detroit Pistons in Game 7 to set up an Eastern Conference Finals with Jalen Brunson's New York Knicks. Nick makes his series prediction for who comes out of the East as well as for who wins the juggernaut Western Conference Finals between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Oklahoma City Thunder and Victor Wembanyama's San Antonio Spurs. Later, Nick discusses SGA winning NBA MVP for the second consecutive season and where OKC's guard now ranks among the greatest players in league history... has he entered the top 5 guards of all-time? #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright reacts to LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers being swept by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round of the NBA Playoffs. Is this the end of LeBron in Los Angeles? Where could we see LeBron next.. New York? Golden State? Back in Cleveland? Later, Nick reacts to Victor Wembanyama NOT being suspended following his ejection from Game 4 of the San Antonio Spurs series with Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Who does Nick have winning Game 5? Next, Nick shares his prediction for Cavaliers-Pistons with the series even at 2-2 as well as his thoughts on Jalen Brunson's New York Knicks advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals... is this the year New York returns to the NBA Finals? #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright breaks down everything from Round 2 of the NBA Playoffs, starting with Anthony Edwards' Minnesota Timberwolves upsetting the San Antonio Spurs and Victor Wembanyama breaking the blocks record. Then, Nick weighs in on Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks' hot streak continuing against Joel Embiid's Philadelphia 76ers, and what to expect out of LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers against Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder. After, Nick debates whether the eliminated teams should blow up their cores, or run it back. Later, Nick and Damonza answer your questions. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright reacts to LeBron James' interview with Dave McMenamin in which he reflects on his relationship with Michael Jordan, or lack thereof. Later, Nick debates how Nikola Jokic's legacy is affected by the Denver Nuggets' matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA Playoffs. Are Joker and Giannis closer in all-time rankings than most people think? Next, Nick reacts to Kevin Durant failing to show up to Game 3 to support his Houston Rockets against LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the NBA playoffs. What went wrong for KD in Houston? And where will we see Durant go next? #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright reacts to Dave McMenamin's ESPN interview with LeBron James, detailing his relationship with Michael Jordan, continued problems from a 2021 injury with the Los Angeles Lakers, and his life after basketball as he finishes his 23rd NBA season. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright breaks down LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers' Game 5 loss to the Houston Rockets... how nervous should LA fans should be? Then, Nick reacts to Cade Cunningham outdueling Paolo Banchero in the Detroit Pistons' Game 5 win over the Orlando Magic as well as Donovan Mitchell's Cleveland Cavaliers pulling away from the Toronto Raptors for a 3-2 series lead. After, Nick predicts the outcomes of the Game 6s between Jayson Tatum's Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers, Jalen Brunson's New York Knicks and the Atlanta Hawks, and Nikola Jokic's Denver Nuggets and the Minnesota Timberwolves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright recaps Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets steadying the ship against the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 of their NBA Playoff series. Next, Nick reacts to Paolo Banchero and the Orlando Magic going up 3-1 against Cade Cunningham's Detroit Pistons... is it time to consider this series a wrap? Then, Nick deep dives into Game 5 between LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers and the Houston Rockets, and Austin Reaves' potential return. And what does Nick make of Kevin Durant's bizarre absence from the Rockets' bench? #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.