Colin discusses Team USA at the World Cup and the evolution of the talent into real skill and excellence as America looks to adopt the beautiful game. AJ Dybantsa earns himself accolades and praise from front office executives around the NBA, and it puts him into comparison with Darryn Peterson. With the Knicks winning the championship, the paradigm might shift as Jalen Brunson proves his mettle, but GMs won’t find someone like him so easily and it shouldn’t change the dynamic of drafting talent. Arkansas head basketball coach John Calipari stops by and discusses how Arkansas prospect Darius Acuff and talks about work ethic among young players trying to enter the NBA.

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Fox soccer analyst Maurice Edu checks in from Seattle ahead of a major clash between Team USA and Australia in the World Cup, how the players and fans both are building on belief after the Paraguay game, and what Christian Pulisic matters to this American roster. Colin sees both arguments for Giannis Antetokounmpobut he urges teams not to seek perfection over fit. Is AJ Dybantsa the best player in the NBA draft? Colin thinks the first pick is easy, but the real fun comes after that.

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Colin reacts to the breaking news that Christian Pulisic won’t play for the USA Men’s team against Australia in the World Cup – but this American team has depth for its talent. The 49ers are tied close to making a trade for Maxx Crosby, but is it desperation to keep up with the Rams? Former USMNT star and Fox soccer analyst Landon Donovan joins Colin to talk about the goals in the USA-Paraguay match and what pressure Pulisic creates and how Team USA will adapt without him against Australia; plus how soccer in America is held back by a development system prioritizing money over getting kids to grow.

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Colin Cowherd sets the stage for USA’s massive World Cup match against Australia and why this is clearly the best team and opportunity soccer has ever had in this country.Colin credits Jalen Brunson for leading the Knicks to a championship and Finals MVP but warns against teams who think they can replicate New York’s success building around a small guard.Arkansas head coach John Calipari joins the show to talk about:

• His star G Darius Acuff being a top draft pick
• Former players Karl-Anthony Towns & Shai Gilgeous-Alexander winning NBA championships

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Nick Wright reacts to the opening week of the World Cup including Lionel Messi’s hat trick in Argentina’s opening 3-0 win over Algeria, whether Portugal should bench Cristiano Ronaldo after drawing with DR Congo, and who looks best positioned to make a deep run after their first game. #Volume

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Jason reacts to the latest NBA Draft buzz, dives into the tape on the top four prospects in AJ Dybantsa (BYU), Darryn Peterson (Kansas), Cameron Boozer (Duke), Caleb Wilson (North Carolina), and breaks down the needs of the four teams at the top of the draft — Washington Wizards, Utah Jazz, Memphis Grizzlies, and Chicago Bulls — ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft.

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Nick Wright reacts to the New York Knicks championship parade and what’s next for Jalen Brunson. Then Nick discusses some final takeaways from this NBA season including why Anthony Edwards' Minnesota Timberwolves should be inspired by this New York run and whether Giannis Antetokounmpo will end up a Boston Celtic. Later, Nick dives into the US Men's National Team's expectations at the World Cup following their dominant performance against Paraguay. Are Christian Pulisic and Team USA ready to make a run? #Volume

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In the first of a two-part episode, we dive into the future of sports betting, online gambling and prediction markets like Kalshi with the help of a special guest. Betting expert Chad Millman and professional gambler Simon Hunter are joined by Chris Gerlacher of Prediction News as they update the audience on everything that has transpired in the last 12 months.

Since joining us last summer, Gerlacher provides updates on the many legal and regulatory challenges Kalshi and other prediction markets have faced across the country. We also touch on prediction market scandals and "insider trading" accusations from within the federal government. Kalshi is a platform that has enjoyed tremendous growth since accepting contracts on sports last January, but will this growth continue? Will the CFTC continue to serve as the regulatory body for the prediction market industry? And what can we expect over the next few years? #Volume

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Colin talks to Ethan Strauss from House of Strauss about the future of LeBron James, the rise of Soccer in America, Jalen Brunson's redemption story, Caitlin Clark falling in popularity, and more

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