Episode 423: Of Knicks and Kicks

00:00 – 01:52 | Cold Open + NBA and NHL Playoff Confusion

• Matt believes the NBA season is over due to the Knicks’ loss, confusing it with other series.

• Chris confirms NHL’s Panthers have advanced; Oilers-Stars is still ongoing with odds available.

01:53 – 03:14 | Stars Fandom and Scottie Scheffler Golf Talk

• Matt shares his longtime fandom for the Dallas Stars (inspired by Mike Modano).

• Discussion about golfer Scottie Scheffler’s performance and bold wardrobe choices.

• Chris notes Scheffler is the favorite to win the upcoming PGA Memorial Tournament.

03:15 – 06:56 | NBA Playoff Series Recap + Failed Trades

• Thunder sweep the Timberwolves; Pacers vs. Knicks series is still competitive.

• The hosts revisit rumored failed trades involving the Sixers, including one that would have landed SGA and Buddy Hield.

• Mention of the near-trade of Okafor for Jalen Brown and a lost TMAC opportunity in the early 2000s.

06:57 – 10:26 | Hall of Fame Debate

• Debate over how easy it is to get into the Basketball Hall of Fame.

• Discussion of Larry Hughes, Tracy McGrady, and the inclusive nature of the Naismith Hall (includes coaches, international players, etc.).

10:27 – 12:11 | Visiting Hall of Fames

• Chris shares memories of road-tripping to various Hall of Fame locations.

12:12 – 14:26 | Sneaker Releases (May 30)

• Focus on new shoe drops: Kobe Dodgers, FDMTL x Vans Old Skool, and Jordan 3 Rare Air.

• Chris and Matt discuss their sneaker preferences and cost considerations.

• Commentary on which ones they’d prioritize on release day.

14:27 – 19:38 | Golf Shoes and “Hey Dude” Review

• Brief shoe critique of Jordan 14 U.S. Open cleats.

• Chris reviews a gifted pair of “Hey Dude” Christmas-themed slip-ons.

• Matt mentions Hey Dude’s new “Wally Golf” shoes and agrees to test them if sent.

19:39 – 21:17 | Family Holiday Shoe Prank

• Matt shares a funny Christmas story where his mom pranked Greg with old shoes before giving him the real gift.

21:18 – 25:47 | Harry Potter TV Series Casting

• Discussion of newly announced Harry Potter cast and public reactions.

• Agreement that backlash is premature since the actors are unknowns.

• Chris critiques a specific casting decision that may clash with plot dynamics from the books.

25:48 – 27:14 | Paddington 3 and Recapping Actors

• Matt expresses disappointment that the mother character in Paddington 3 was recast.

• The emotional impact of recasts in family films is noted.

27:15 – 29:02 | Air Travel + Anesthesia Jokes

• Light-hearted chat about trying to sleep on flights and joking about using anesthesia.

• Brief side discussion on podiatrists and chiropractors.

29:03 – 33:46 | HBO Production Schedules + House of the Dragon

• Frustration with modern premium TV series taking years between seasons.

• Matt shares disinterest in continuing House of the Dragon after a disturbing child death scene.

33:47 – 35:58 | Marvel’s Thunderbolts and Child Death Scene

• Discussion about an intense scene in Thunderbolts involving a child potentially being crushed.

• Chris praises the film as one of the best recent MCU entries.

35:59 – 40:58 | NBA/WNBA Talk: Knicks, Thunder, Angel Reese, Caitlin Clark

• Knicks have the lowest title odds on the sportsbook; Thunder remain favorites.

• Betting struggles and strategy with three-pointer parlays.

• Discussion of Reese’s poor shooting (31% FG), strong rebounding, and impact on the women’s game.

• Caitlin Clark’s injury noted (hip issue), and praise for Paige Bueckers’ recent WNBA game.

40:59 – 42:30 | WNBA in Philly and Expansion Hopes

• Philly still lacks a WNBA team.

• Hopes expressed for an expansion franchise when a new arena is completed.

42:31 – End | Wrap-Up

• Matt jokes about Knicks winning in six