The Ryen Russillo Show

Ryen opens with the insanity at the Garden as the Knicks come back from 29 points down to take a 3-1 lead over the Spurs in the Finals. Then, Knicks analyst Steve Novak joins for perspective from inside the building, including what Josh Hart had to say the morning after and more reaction to Game 4. Next, Fox soccer analyst and USMNT legend Alexi Lalas stops by to preview the World Cup, discuss expectations for the U.S., revisit the 1994 World Cup, and reflect on his role as U.S. Soccer's bad guy. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including an AITA hoops edition and lying to your wife. KNICKS INSANE GAME 4 COMEBACK (2:00) STEVE NOVAK (21:20) Talking to Josh Hart the morning after Game 4 (30:10) What swung the game? (39:00) OG has been unbelievable (40:15) Credit Mike Brown for Alvarado (47:25) Greatest shot in Knicks history? ALEXI LALAS (53:45) What did we learn from the USMNT friendlies? (58:10) Looking back on the impact of the '94 World Cup (1:00:00) His role as U.S. Soccer's bad guy (1:03:00) Tournament expansion (1:05:00) The USMNT's group outlook (1:06:55) How many "Tier 1" teams are there? (1:10:00) How is the U.S. as a host? (1:14:30) What are the USMNT's strengths and weaknesses? LIFE ADVICE (1:18:30) _ _ _ _ _ Learn more at https://m365copilot.com/work _ _ _ _ _

Ryen opens with the Knicks up 2-0 in the Finals, Karl-Anthony Towns emerging as the best player in the series, and why he's so frustrated with how the Spurs are using Wemby. Then, Chris Mannix stops by to discuss the series further, including whether it's over, if Castle has been a positive or a negative, Bridges stepping up, and how surprised people around the league are that the Knicks are heading home with a 2-0 lead. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for a recap and some story time from San Antonio, plus listener-submitted Life Advice, including a friend bailing on a wedding and an awkward work encounter. KNICKS UP 2-0 (2:00) CHRIS MANNIX (16:50) Why are the Knicks up 2-0? (20:45) Is the series over? (24:40) Castle: good or bad? (27:35) KAT MVP? (33:45) Mike Brown’s coaching has been exceptional (39:30) How shocking has this series been so far? LIFE ADVICE (51:30) _ _ _ _ _ Learn more at https://m365copilot.com/work _ _ _ _ _

Ryen and the crew are in San Antonio for the Finals, live from the arena! He opens with some quick thoughts on the matchup and his official pick. Then, Tim Legler stops by to talk about the biggest keys for both the Knicks and Spurs, Karl-Anthony Towns' evolution, and what surprised him most about Wemby. Next, Hall of Famer Gary Payton joins the set to discuss what he loves about the guards in this series, some "would you rather" player debates, and the time he and Ryen nearly survived a plane crash. Then, former NBA referee Monty McCutchen talks about how league rules evolve, the flopping debate, and why everyone complains about officiating. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including a woman who gets hit on too much. FINALS PICK (1:32) TIM LEGLER (8:05) Keys to the Finals matchup (15:30) Evolution of KAT (18:45) What surprised him about Wemby (22:20) The scary part: the Spurs can get much better GARY PAYTON (29:25) Their near-plane crash together (32:35) On the Finals (37:00) Loves the guards in the series (40:00) Why he hates comparing eras MONTY MCCUTCHEN (42:30) The complaints about officiating (47:00) Officiating reform (49:25) How players use their hands now (55:00) Social media hurts young refs NBA ALLIANCE (57:25) LIFE ADVICE (1:01:00) _ _ _ _ _ Learn more at https://m365copilot.com/work _ _ _ _ _ Download the app and get started for free. Results will vary. Not all payments are boost-eligible. Some users may not receive improved scores or approval odds. Not all lenders use Experian credit files, and not all lenders use scores impacted by Experian Boost®. See Experian.com for details. _ _ _ _ _ Download the Reddit app today. _ _ _ _ _

Ryen opens with another blowout in the Western Conference finals as the Spurs force a Game 7. Then, ESPN’s Anthony Slater stops by with his prediction for Game 7, whether Wemby is getting annoyed with the media, who the Knicks would rather play, some potential offseason moves, and the news that the Magic hired Spurs assistant Sean Sweeney. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including rockets blowing up, getting into cigarettes, and a friend group whose balance is off. SPURS FORCE GAME 7 (2:00) ANTHONY SLATER (15:15) Biggest takeaway from Game 6 (Harper) (22:25) Wemby annoyed with the media? (26:50) Who do the Knicks want to play? (29:30) Are the new anti-tanking rules that bad? (35:30) Draymond, LeBron, Kawhi, and Giannis futures (39:30) Magic hire Sean Sweeney LIFE ADVICE (46:50) _ _ _ _ _ Learn more at https://m365copilot.com/work _ _ _ _ _ Download the app and get started for free. Results will vary. Not all payments are boost-eligible. Some users may not receive improved scores or approval odds. Not all lenders use Experian credit files, and not all lenders use scores impacted by Experian Boost®. See Experian.com for details. _ _ _ _ _

Ryen is joined by Sam Vecenie right after the Spurs’ rout of the Thunder in Game 4, and now the series comes down to a best-of-3 with injuries playing a major role. Then, they talk about the Knicks’ 10 straight playoff wins and whether New York is actually that good or the East is just that bad, plus some draft talk and a few All-NBA disagreements. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including what gift to get for an anniversary. SAM VECENIE (1:23) Spurs dominate Game 4 (9:44) Can the Spurs actually get Wemby better looks? (16:43) Who wins the series? (23:40) Knicks’ 10 straight playoff wins… but (30:47) What do the Cavs do this summer? (36:31) NBA draft (48:54) All-NBA team snubs? ALLIANCE PARLAY (58:07) LIFE ADVICE (59:41) _ _ _ _ _ Learn more at https://m365copilot.com/work _ _ _ _ _

Ryen opens with the Cavs’ historic collapse in Game 1 against the Knicks and yet another rough James Harden playoff stretch. Then, NBC Sports commentator Mike Tirico stops by with his thoughts on the Knicks’ comeback and the experience of calling Wemby’s Game 1 performance in person in OKC, plus getting back into calling NBA games, his favorite arenas, and more! Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including a country club incident and whether to bring a girl on a birthday trip. CAVS COLLAPSE AT THE GARDEN (1:35) MIKE TIRICO (21:37) Knicks–Cavs (24:02) Is the Garden the best NBA crowd? (29:42) Spurs–Thunder (32:45) What it’s like calling Wemby in person (52:02) How OKC bounces back (56:57) Why do people hate the Thunder? (1:03:45) Tirico’s incredible preparation as a broadcaster LIFE ADVICE (1:14:47) _ _ _ _ _ Learn more at https://m365copilot.com/work _ _ _ _ _

In our final show from Chicago, Ryen opens with the Pistons’ major problems after going down 3–2 to the Cavs. Then, Warriors assistant GM Larry Harris stops by to look back at the process of drafting Steph Curry, the pitch to Kevin Durant, why the two-timelines strategy didn’t work, and the continued search for another star to play alongside Steph. Next, Rockets GM Rafael Stone joins to talk about the injury-riddled season, expectations for Kevin Durant, and what needs to change next season for Houston to take the next step. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti hang out for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including a girlfriend wanting to move and more. CAVS GO UP 3–2 (1:49) Pistons have a problem LARRY HARRIS (13:37) Drafting Steph Curry (22:12) How they courted Kevin Durant (24:49) Using the draft to help Steph (32:26) The failure of the “two timelines” strategy (41:08) Why he gravitated toward the front office over coaching (42:58) Warriors pursuit of another star alongside Steph RAFAEL STONE (51:50) NIL impacting the draft’s depth? (52:47) Getting over a disappointing season (58:53) How Durant impacts the rest of the roster (1:04:24) Reed Sheppard (1:08:40) Jalen Green (1:13:11) How he became a GM LIFE ADVICE (1:14:56) _ _ _ _ _ Learn more at https://m365copilot.com/work _ _ _ _ _ Get your tickets and get courtside for the playoffs, at https://Cosm.com _ _ _ _ _ Shell V-Power® NiTRO+ Premium Gasoline. More power. More performance. In gasoline direct injection engine fuel injectors with continuous use of Shell V-Power NiTRO+ Premium Gasoline. Compared to lower octane fuels. Actual effects and benefits may vary according to vehicle type, driving conditions and driving style. See shell.us/more for more details. _ _ _ _ _

Ryen and the crew are in Chicago all week for the NBA Combine! He opens with the Wemby ejection and the Wolves tying the series at 2–2 before getting into the Knicks’ sweep of the Sixers. Then, he’s joined by Mark Titus from the Mostly Sports studio to talk about the draft order, who ends up where, their favorite and least favorite prospects, and more. Then, Russillo talks about his experience in the lottery room on Sunday and takes us behind the scenes of how it all goes down before we see it on TV. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for the NBA Alliance Parlay and close things out with some listener-submitted Life Advice, including hooking up with the maid of honor and what to do with loser friends. NBA PLAYOFFS (01:45) Wemby ejected as Wolves even the series (14:08) Knicks sweep Sixers MARK TITUS (25:26) Live from the Mostly Sports studio (30:13) What is the objective of the NBA Combine? (33:57) Lottery conspiracies (44:56) Titus thinks Peterson should go No. 1 (55:15) Caleb Wilson hype (57:36) Cam Boozer dropping (1:02:06) Acuff or Flemming? (1:07:14) Other prospects they like INSIDE THE LOTTERY (1:18:22) Ryen takes you inside the draft lottery room NBA ALLIANCE (1:27:53) LIFE ADVICE (1:30:26) _ _ _ _ _ Shop at https://REVOLVE.com/RUSSILLO and use code RUSSILLO for 15% off your entire order. #REVOLVEpartner _ _ _ _ _ Learn more at https://m365copilot.com/work _ _ _ _ _ Get your tickets and get courtside for the playoffs, at https://Cosm.com _ _ _ _ _