Baskin & Phelps

The fourth hour of "Baskin & Phelps" for Wednesday, June 24th, 2026.

The second hour of "Baskin & Phelps" for Wedensday, June 24th, 2026.

Andy Baskin and Jeff Phelps dive into the Cleveland Guardians' recent offensive drought and the potential for a new wave of hitting prospects. They examine the progress of Travis Bazzana and other minor league standouts while discussing the team's philosophy on roster construction and homegrown talent. 01:00 - Correcting Hitting Stats 03:05 - Guardians Prospect Evaluation 06:46 - Minor League Depth 12:32 - Cavaliers Draft Outlook

Jeff Phelps and Andy Baskin analyze potential roster moves for the Cleveland Cavaliers, including a debated trade involving Evan Mobley. They also compare the NBA Draft to the NFL's format and highlight the $4 million jewelry ensemble worn by Duke prospect Isaiah Evans. 01:00 - Cavs Offseason Trade Debate 03:49 - Trading Mobley for Brown 06:01 - Comparing NBA and NFL Drafts 07:34 - Isaiah Evans $4M Jewelry

Tom Withers joins Andy Baskin and Jeff Phelps to explain why the Cleveland Cavaliers should focus on fine-tuning their roster rather than making major trades. They discuss James Harden's potential role transition, Evan Mobley's defensive progression, and the electric atmosphere surrounding the World Cup. 01:00 - Baskin & Phelps Intro 02:22 - Tom Withers Joins 07:01 - Cavs Roster Strategy 13:36 - Evan Mobley Analysis 17:03 - World Cup Atmosphere

Jeff Phelps and Andy Baskin explore the normalization of sports gambling in light of Brendan Sorsby's recent eligibility ruling on Basking in Phelps. They debate whether the NFL and collegiate leagues bear responsibility for educating young athletes or if personal accountability should be the focus. The conversation also highlights the impact of pervasive betting advertisements on high school students. 01:01 - Intro and Rush Tour 04:54 - Gambling Education and Prevention 12:26 - Callers Debate Personal Accountability

Andy Baskin and Jeff Phelps analyze the recent NBA Draft, focusing on the Cleveland Cavaliers' positioning and the Brooklyn Nets' trade maneuvers. They compare the ESPN and ABC broadcasts, praising Jay Bilas for his player knowledge while critiquing Lisa Salters for her interviewing style and the set's logistical issues. 01:00 - Draft Strategy and Trades 04:37 - ESPN vs ABC Broadcasts 09:08 - Salters Interview Critique 15:48 - Upcoming Guest Previews

Baskin and Phelps dig into the Cavaliers trading the 29th pick to Sacramento instead of drafting Alex Karaban, explaining the move was about avoiding guaranteed first-round money while deep in the second apron rather than a lack of talent on the board. They argue the entire Eastern Conference got better last night, putting more pressure on Cleveland to make a real offseason trade involving a star rather than relying on the draft for upgrades. They preview the Cavs' four picks coming up at 34 overall, name-checking size targets like Henry Vassar and Boba Miller as players who could fill the team's frontcourt depth need before the Knicks or Grizzlies snag them. They close by noting the Guardians have now lost six of eight games since losing their top three hitters to injury.

Baskin and Phelps react to the shocking trade of Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat and analyze how it reshapes the Eastern Conference landscape. They evaluate the Cleveland Cavaliers' roster needs and potential moves heading into the NBA Draft while considering the impact of the salary cap second apron. 01:51 - Giannis Traded To Miami 06:06 - Comparing To Garrett Trade 10:05 - Cavaliers Roster Strategy 13:50 - Cavaliers Rolling It Back 19:50 - LeBron James Puppet Master 24:00 - Defining Championship Teams 28:10 - Analytical Basketball Philosophy 34:15 - Randle Traded To Nets 38:40 - Wing Players Dominate League 42:45 - Dean Wade Free Agency

Jeff Phelps and Andy Baskin examine the Cleveland Guardians' recent struggles and consider potential reinforcements from the minor leagues. They are joined by Chris Fedor to discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' approach to the NBA Draft, salary cap constraints, and the future of Evan Mobley as an offensive centerpiece. 01:50 - Guardians Recent Performance 07:03 - Potential Roster Changes 10:42 - Guardians Ownership And Payroll 16:47 - NBA Draft Roster Strategy 21:28 - Cavaliers Salary Cap Management 27:43 - NBA Blockbuster Trade Analysis 36:16 - Evan Mobley Offensive Potential

Jeff Phelps and Andy Baskin break down why top NBA prospect AJ Dybantsa is choosing to skip hiring a traditional agent in favor of a brand-focused strategy. They also cover local star Darren Peterson's draft prospects and discuss Mike Garafolo's report on the NFL's canceled supplemental draft and Brendan Sorsby's subsequent ineligibilty for the 2026 season. 01:00 - NBA Draft Preview 03:25 - Dybantsa Skips Agent 12:34 - Supplemental Draft Update

Jeff Phelps and Andy Baskin debate whether Evan Mobley has been given enough opportunity to grow into a primary offensive threat for the Cleveland Cavaliers. They analyze shot distribution between Mobley and the backcourt while questioning the team's offensive philosophy heading into the NBA Draft. 01:00 - Show Introduction 01:33 - Evan Mobley Offensive Growth 07:48 - NBA Draft Preview Tease