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Sports / General

467: Danhausen, Panic & Draft Lottery

Chris Horwedel May 8, 2026

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This week on The Underdog:

 

0:13 – Sneaker release discussion covering a weak month for shoe drops, favorite upcoming releases, Jordan 3s, Travis Scott collaborations, Huaraches, denim Jordan 3s, and Stranger Things Foamposites.

8:11 – Golf equipment purchases, mini golf strategy, putting skill, and whether real golf ability translates to success in mini golf.

11:24 – NBA Playoffs discussion focused on Knicks vs. 76ers, Joel Embiid’s health, playoff frustrations, Villanova players on the Knicks, and the challenge of balancing Philadelphia’s current roster timeline.

16:32 – Spurs and Thunder playoff conversation, Victor Wembanyama’s dominance, Western Conference outlook, and concerns about Oklahoma City adding another top draft pick.

17:26 – Deep dive into the upcoming NBA Draft class featuring AJ Dybantsa, Cam Boozer, Darryn Peterson, Mikel Brown Jr., and other top prospects, plus discussion of flattened NBA lottery odds and anti-tanking changes.

19:04 – Kevin Durant’s legacy, Golden State years, trade value, career perception, and why his future remains one of the NBA’s biggest offseason storylines.

21:24 – Flyers vs. Hurricanes playoff breakdown, Carolina’s speed advantage, playoff expectations, Mitchkov concerns, offseason needs, and whether Philadelphia can extend the series.

28:13 – Wrestling nostalgia segment featuring The Hurricane, Danhausen, WWE gimmicks, wrestler personas, social media popularity, and the hosts considering booking Danhausen for the podcast.

34:29 – More NBA lottery discussion including Tankathon, lottery simulations, flattened odds, and how the new system impacts tanking strategies around the league.

37:34 – Phillies talk centered on Rob Thomson’s firing, Mike Trout trade rumors, roster construction concerns, Aidan Miller’s injury issues, and long-term concerns about the aging core.

41:08 – Major League movie nostalgia, favorite baseball movie moments, Willie Mays Hayes stories, and appreciation for classic sports comedies.

43:47 – Phillies vs. Athletics discussion and thoughts on Sacramento hosting MLB games in a temporary minor league stadium situation.

44:13 – Truist Championship golf preview including Xander Schauffele, Rory McIlroy, Chris Gotterup, Quail Hollow, PGA Championship expectations, ticket pricing frustrations, golf merch culture, and favorite betting values from oddsmakers.

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Chris Horwedel

A lifelong sports fan who created NFL Draft Blitz all the way back in 1999. Chris founded Deep(ish) Thoughts in July of 2015 and that evolved into Underdog Sports in September of 2017. In his spare time, he enjoys watching Philadelphia sports teams, especially his beloved 76ers. #TrustTheProcess is a way of life.

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