Hr4 - Spencer Strider's honesty is refreshing to hear

About this episode

Carl and Mike discuss various sports topics including Michael Penix Jr.'s recovery, the Braves' performance, and leadership styles in basketball.

Carl and Mike evaluate whether Michael Penix Jr.'s wedding reception dance moves signal a full recovery for his knee ahead of training camp. They also chat with Grant McAuley about the Braves' record-breaking offense, Spencer Strider's performance, and Austin Riley's early-season slump. Finally, they contrast Paolo Banchero's leadership in Orlando with a perceived lack of toughness from the Hawks' young stars. 01:55 - Bulls Hire Hawks Executive 05:40 - Penix Wedding Dance Analysis 14:04 - Grant McAuley Interview Begins 18:30 - Braves West Coast Swing 21:41 - Austin Riley's Slumping Bat 28:10 - Paolo Banchero's Leadership Style 31:15 - Questioning Jalen Johnson's Toughness 36:40 - Dyson Daniels Exit Interview 42:24 - Tribute To John Sterling

People in this episode

Hosts: Carl, Mike

Guest: Grant McAuley

Topics covered

• Michael Penix Jr.
• Braves offense
• Spencer Strider
• Austin Riley
• Paolo Banchero
• Hawks young stars

Keywords

• Michael Penix Jr.
• Braves
• Spencer Strider
• Austin Riley
• Paolo Banchero
• Hawks
• leadership
• sports analysis

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Braves, Bulls, Hawks, Orlando

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