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We’re back with Season 4, Episode 54 of Club 520, where Jeff Teague, DJ Wells, and B Hen talk all things NBA playoffs, 2026 NBA Draft, free agency, and the biggest headlines in sports and pop culture. With the NBA Draft coming soon, Teague says that the draft class is slightly OVERRATED and the trades and free agency market will be the real shakeup this offseason! Jeff says he can see Joel Embiid joining Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors, and also thinks Philly could explore a trade that brings Domantas Sabonis to the Sixers in his place. Teague and the guys also talk Drake and Chris Brown's new music, Dillon Brooks going to Game 4 between the Lakers & Thunder to troll LeBron James, getting piercings, comparing NBA Draft classes, and much more!Timeline:0:00 - 520 Day on the way4:00 - Teague's pops episode7:15 - Barbee & watch talk10:00 - Men's jewelry13:00 - Women's piercings16:00 - Drake's new album17:30 - B Hen's rap album on the way20:00 - More on Drake's new record23:00 - New Chris Brown album26:00 - Birdman in church33:00 - Africa36:00 - Big Bank situation43:00 - Kevin Hart's Roast45:00 - Who is living the longest?51:30 - Dillon Brooks at Lakers game53:30 - Top 5 picks in NBA Draft this year & last year59:00 - Lottery shake up in 2026 Draft01:02:00 - 2026 Draft class overrated01:12:00 - Embiid to the WarriorsAll lines provided by ‪Hard Rock Bet#VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff opens up the mailbag to answer your biggest football questions and dive into some of the hottest debates around the NFL and college football. Why are NFL teams willing to give up home games for international matchups, and what does the league really gain from expanding globally? John breaks down the business side of the NFL’s international push and why owners continue to buy in. He also discusses whether Andy Reid and Sean Payton have lost some of their offensive edge, examining how the league has evolved and whether even the best play-callers eventually get caught by changing trends. Plus, would an NFL Draft Lottery actually work? John looks at the pros, cons, and whether the league could ever seriously consider changing the current draft format. And in the college football world, can Auburn realistically become a powerhouse program again? John talks about what it would take for the Tigers to return to national relevance in today’s NIL and transfer portal era. All that and much more on this episode of 3 & Out. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason reacts live after Game 5 of the second round NBA playoff series between the Detroit Pistons and Cleveland Cavaliers. He breaks down how Cade Cunningham and Tobias Harris try and flip the momentum of the series against James Harden and Donovan Mitchell who are trying to steal a game in Detroit. All lines presented by Hard Rock Bet. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier IS BACK with the DC Show, this time the champ sits down with MMA superstar Francis Ngannou ahead of his fight against Philipe Lins on Saturday's Netflix MVP card. DC talks to the former UFC heavyweight champion about his CRAZY JOURNEY from Cameroon to France as a young man, and what it took to get to Paris 14 months later. Ngannou talks about his upbringing in Cameroon, and why he had to work in sand mines at just nine years old. DC and Francis go through his MMA journey and how transitioned from boxing into MMA and then eventually become a UFC champion. Francis also talks about the tragedy of losing his son Kobe, and how both DC and Francis have dealt with losing children. And don't miss Cormier and Ngannou talk about his Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua boxing fights and the reason why he decided to leave the UFC for the PFL. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff Teague, DJ Wells, B Hen, and Marquis Teague ARE BACK with the 520 in the Morning show to react to the latest from the NBA playoffs. After getting ejected in Game 4, Victor Wembanyama returned in dominant fashion to lead the Spurs to a Game 5 win over the Timberwolves to take a 3-2 series lead! Monday, SGA and the Oklahoma City Thunder sent LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers home with a Game 4 win and a 4-0 series sweep! Teague gives his take on what's next for LeBron James after the loss. Plus, Jeff and the guys look into what Anthony Edwards and Minnesota need to do to force a Game 7 against San Antonio.  Timeline:0:00 - 520 Day2:00 - Spurs beat T'Wolves Game 514:00 - Superchat questions22:00 - Cavs go off on Pistons Game 426:00 - James Harden vs. Daryl Morey30:00 - Thunder sweep the Lakers39:00 - Michigan's Aday Mara NBA ready47:00 - Superchat questions, Part 253:00 - WNBA highlights56:00 - Verified Buckets & B Hen's parlayAll lines provided by ‪Hard Rock Bet#VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff dives into the idea of an NFL Draft Lottery and whether the league should consider changing the current draft order system. Would it help competitive balance, or create even more problems for struggling franchises? John also reacts to the Cowboys and Giants landing the Week 1 Sunday Night Football spotlight and what the matchup says about the NFL’s biggest brands and scheduling priorities. Plus, the Seahawks are still searching for new ownership, and John breaks down what potential changes at the top could mean for the future of the franchise. The conversation then shifts to quarterback battles, as J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray become the focus in the Vikings’ QB competition. Who has the edge, and what’s the best path forward for Minnesota? To wrap things up, it’s the Middlekauff Mailbag, with John answering your questions and covering a wide range of NFL topics. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re back with Season 4, Episode 53 of Club 520, where Jeff Teague, DJ Wells, and B Hen discuss the 2026 NBA Draft and the lottery that left the Indiana Pacers WITHOUT A LOTTERY PICK. The guys talk about why the Pacers didn't get that pick, and what they think the Washington Wizards will do with the #1 pick in the draft. Plus, the guys discuss Austin Rivers' HILARIOUS comments on the 'To the Baha' podcast after the Draymond Green back-and-forth. And don't miss Teague and the fellas react to Steve Kerr returning to the Golden State Warriors, and why that might mean Draymond Green will move on to another team. Plus, hear the guys talk Top 10 black TV shows of all-time, Rick Ross vs. French Montana Verzuz, their craziest drunk moments, and so much more!Timeline:0:00 - Happy Mothers Day1:30 - 520 Day concert6:00 - Pacers trade backfires10:00 - Indiana trading for Trey Murphy15:00 - 5:20 Somewhere18:00 - Craziest drunk moment24:00 - Best Black TV shows29:30 - Teague's "Atlanta" show story33:00 - Leaving a fiance36:00 - Marriage counseling doesn't work40:30 - Mortal Combat 242:00 - Rick Ross & French Montana Verzuz46:30 - Rolling Loud & NBA YoungBoy52:30 - Austin Rivers on Baha01:01:00 - Steve Kerr re-signs with Warriors01:03:30 - Giannis potential Cavs trade01:08:30 - WWE weekend actionAll lines provided by ‪Hard Rock Bet#VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff Teague, DJ Wells, B Hen, and Marquis Teague ARE BACK in a brand new episode of 520 in the Morning. Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves came back to win in Game 4 after Victor Wembanyama's EJECTION for a flagrant foul penalty two. Teague goes in on why Wemby's foul should have resulted in getting tossed from the game. Plus, Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks GOT THE SWEEP against the Philadelphia 76ers, and the guys break down whether the Detroit Pistons or Cleveland Cavaliers are the better matchup for NY in the playoffs. And stay tuned for more reaction to the NBA Draft Lottery and the Indiana Pacers getting ROBBED of a pick!Timeline:0:00 - 520 Day3:00 - T’Wolves beat Spurs Game 47:00 - Wemby ejected12:00 - Announcers eating hot dogs13:30 - Jeff story of cursing Philly15:00 - Superchat questions28:00 - Knicks sweep Sixers33:00 - Pistons-Cavaliers tonight35:00 - Thunder-Lakers tonight42:00 - NBA Draft Lottery45:00 - 520 AI clip47:30 - Ranking #1 picks of last 10 seasons50:00 - Ersan Ilyasova scandal52:00 - WNBA highlights opening weekend57:00 - Get Well Soon01:02:00 - Verified Buckets and B Hen's parlayAll lines provided by ‪Hard Rock Bet#VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff is joined by Jackson Groff for a deep dive into the future of college football and the loaded 2027 quarterback class. The guys discuss the growing pressure surrounding Arch Manning and whether the expectations tied to his name are already shaping the draft conversation years in advance. They also break down the debate between Dante Moore and Arch Manning, evaluating their skill sets, upside, and who could ultimately emerge as the top quarterback prospect. Plus, a look at other rising 2027 QB names to know, including CJ Carr and John Mateer, and how the next wave of quarterback talent is shaping up across the country. John and Jackson also discuss Notre Dame’s upcoming schedule, the importance of the USC rivalry, and why those marquee matchups still matter in the changing landscape of college football. And with NIL continuing to dominate the conversation, the guys react to rumors surrounding a potential NIL salary cap and what it could mean for recruiting, roster building, and the future of the sport. All that and much more on this episode of 3 & Out. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier IS BACK, live from octagon side at UFC 328 after Sean Strickland SHOCKED THE MMA WORLD with a decision win over Khamzat Chimaev to reclaim the UFC middleweight championship. DC breaks down Sean's performance and what the victory means for him and Khamzat going forward. Cormier also talks Joshua Van's impressive TKO victory over Tatsuro Taira. DC goes in on why Van's win was so important in his quest to continue to defend the title. Plus, hear Cormier talk King Green's submission vs. Jeremy Stephens, Sean Brady's dominant performance vs. Joaquin Buckley, Jim Miller getting another win, and so much more! #Volume  All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason breaks down the film on Victor Wembanyama's incredible Game 3 performance for the San Antonio Spurs against Anthony Edwards, Rudy Gobert, and the Minnesota Timberwolves. All lines presented by Hard Rock Bet. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joshua Van IS BACK on the DC Check-In series after beating Alexandre Pantoja and now, at UFC 328 in Newark, defending his championship against Tatsuro Taira! Daniel Cormier sits down with the champ and discusses the controversial finish vs. Pantoja, and how life has been with the belt. Van talks about having wanted to beat Jon Jones' record for youngest champion in UFC history, and why he feels like he's still motivated to defend his title despite getting to the top of the sport. Josh gives his take on the Sean Strickland and Khamzat Chimaev beef, not wrestling until getting to the UFC, his matchup against Taira, and much more! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright reacts to the incident between Draymond Green and Charles Barkley on ‘Inside the NBA’ when discussing the outlook for Steph Curry, Jimmy Butler, and the Golden State Warriors. Later, Nick reacts to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's flopping in the Oklahoma City Thunder's Game 1 win over LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference Semifinals of the NBA Playoffs. Next, Nick reacts to Jaylen Brown's bizarre Twitch livestream following the Boston Celtics' Game 7 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA Playoffs, where he made comments about Joel Embiid and the referees. Does Brown want out of Boston? Could the Celtics send Brown to Milwaukee in exchange for Giannis Antetokounmpo? #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin’s top takes of the week. First, he’s joined by Jason Timpf, host of “Hoops Tonight” to discuss why LeBron proved once again that he’s a better player & more of a winning player than Kevin Durant in the Lakers series win over the Rockets (3:00). They also break down why the Timberwolves have been underrated (12:00) and debate some potential offseason moves the Nuggets can make to get themselves back into title contention (15:00). Then, 'First Things First' Co-Host Danny Parkins joins Colin to look ahead to the NFL schedule release and give their over/unders for the Lions, Bears, Packers and Chiefs (24:15). (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.

Jason reacts live after a pair of Game 3s in the second round of the NBA playoffs. He breaks down how Victor Wembanyama, Stephon Castle, and the San Antonio Spurs fare on the road against Anthony Edwards, Rudy Gobert, and the Minnesota Timberwolves before discussing how Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and the New York Knicks battle Tyrese Maxey and the Philadelphia 76ers. All lines presented by Hard Rock Bet.  #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason reacts to the conversation about fouling and refereeing around Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, LeBron James, the OKC Thunder, and the Los Angeles Lakers. Then he gives his perspective on the recent interactions between Draymond Green (Golden State Warriors) and Austin Rivers and Charles Barkley. All lines presented by Hard Rock Bet. #Volume See 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 Jaylen Brown and the Boston Celtics after their star guard made controversial comments following the Celtics' first round loss to the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA Playoffs? Later, Nick shares a take on Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant that he is certain will not be well received, as well as the moment he thought LeBron James could become the greatest NBA player of all time. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Strickland and Khamzat Chimaev are set to fight at UFC 328 in Newark in the main event and there is VERY BAD BLOOD between these two ahead of their championship fight. DC gives his take on the extra security for both Khamzat and Sean, and his scoop on what is going down between the two sides. Don't miss Cormier talk about their massive fight this weekend, the craziness in the buildup to Saturday, and so much more! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright reacts to Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs evening the series against Anthony Edwards' Minnesota Timberwolves. Then, Nick discusses Jalen Brunson's New York Knicks winning again against Tyrese Maxey's Philadelphia 76ers, and what LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers need to do without Luka Doncic if they hope to beat Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder. After, Nick reacts to the Draymond Green-Charles Barkley incident on Inside the NBA. Later, Nick and Damonza answer your questions. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff reacts to former UNC quarterback Gio Lopez commenting that Bill Belichick seems to coach in college the same way he coached in the NFL. John also dives into Russell Wilson reportedly weighing his next move between continuing his NFL career with the Jets or stepping into television, discussing what makes sense for the veteran quarterback at this stage of his career. Plus, Jaguars GM James Gladstone shared his thoughts on Travis Hunter, and John reacts to how the Jags will handle the dynamic two-way star next season. Later, John discusses the NBA’s decision to stagger playoff games and why the viewing experience matters more than ever in today’s sports landscape. To wrap things up, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment. From football headlines to broader sports conversations, it’s all covered on this episode of 3 & Out. Follow John on Twitter, and Instagram for the latest.  All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason reacts to a pair of Game 7s from the first round of the NBA playoffs: the Cleveland Cavaliers vs. the Toronto Raptors and the Detroit Pistons vs. the Orlando Magic. He breaks down how James Harden and Donovan Mitchell fare in their matchup against Scottie Barnes and RJ Barrett as well as Cade Cunningham vs. Paolo Banchero. All lines presented by Hard Rock Bet. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin’s joined by Jason Timpf, host of “Hoops Tonight” to break down the NBA playoffs. They start with the Celtics being upset by the 76ers and they discuss Boston’s dependence on their “system”, why that system fell apart when Jayson Tatum can’t play, and why Joel Embiid created massive problems for the Celtics defensively (3:00). They also  preview the upcoming series between the Knicks and Sixers (15:30).  They move to the western conference and Colin argues the Lakers win over the Rockets put the exclamation point on the argument that LeBron is better than Kevin Durant, and the series showed the gap between the two is bigger than ever (24:45).  They pivot to the Timberwolves knocking off the Nuggets, and they debate whether we’ve been underrating the Wolves team & organization for years (35:30), and whether a young & inexperienced Spurs team can be trusted in the postseason (39:30).  Colin argues the Nuggets need to shake things up and make some major moves in order to get over the hump and Jason suggests they look into acquiring CJ McCollum in order to move off Jamal Murray and finding an athletic forward to fill the role a younger Aaron Gordon filled (43:30). (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.

Jason reacts to the second round NBA playoff series between the New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers. He predicts it will be a tight, competitive series between Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, Joel Embiid, and Tyrese Maxey that could go either way. All lines presented by Hard Rock Bet. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John is back with another massive mailbag diving into the biggest stories around the NFL. He opens the show by discussing the Lions trading David Montgomery to the Houston Texans and predicts which team will make the next trade. Later, John talks the upcoming draft and what it really means to be a first-round talent, explaining why scouts and analysts see only 15-20 players with first-round talent. All that and MORE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.