The Ryen Russillo Show

Ryen opens with the Knicks' title, why he's so happy to see someone like Jalen Brunson win it, and what the Spurs do next after getting exposed in a few different ways. Then, Brian Windhorst stops by to discuss the Finals, Jalen Brunson's rise, what's next for Wemby and the Spurs, and some of the biggest offseason questions, including Giannis, who goes No. 1 in the draft, the Lakers, LeBron, and more. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including whether a pool is worth it, a hot older co-worker, and a communist friend.

KNICKS WIN THE TITLE

(1:30)

BRIAN WINDHORST

(20:20) How will he remember the Finals?
(37:55) Brunson leaving money on the table
(44:25) What now for the Spurs?
(51:00) Offseason stories: Giannis
(1:04:00) The Lakers
(1:09:30) Who goes No. 1 in the draft?
(1:21:45) How much do OKC and Minnesota change things up?

LIFE ADVICE

(1:29:30)

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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)

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Ryen opens with five thoughts on the Spurs' Game 3 win at MSG, including why they're still bad at getting Wemby the ball and whether they're doing a good job slowing down Brunson. Then, The Athletic's Knicks reporter James L. Edwards stops by to talk about what it was like at the Garden with President Trump and all the pressure from the crowd, plus KAT's first down game and whether there's anything the Knicks need to worry about now. Next, Bruce Feldman joins after Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby was ruled eligible to discuss the fallout across college football. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti stop by for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including a newly divorced guy getting back out there and an upside-down pineapple mistake.

SPURS TAKE GAME 3 AT MSG

(1:45)

JAMES L. EDWARDS

(14:45) Nervous energy at MSG
(19:20) Biggest factor in the Spurs' win
(29:00) KAT's down game
(31:20) Why 2-1 feels right for the series
(39:15) Anything the Knicks should be worried about?
(42:30) Rick Brunson's presence

BRUCE FELDMAN

(47:50) Sorsby ruled eligible
(54:45) Reactions from around college football
(59:10) How the appeal worked

LIFE ADVICE

(1:05:00)

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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)

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Ryen is joined by Wosny Lambre from the scorers table at Game 1 of the NBA Finals to discuss the Knicks stealing Game 1 in San Antonio. Then Ryen talks with the NBA’s Executive Vice President of Basketball Strategy & Analytics Evan Wasch about draft lottery reform, NBA play-in games, and possible future NBA changes. Finally Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including ditching a previously agreed-to event to watch the NBA Finals, and an engagement party ruining July 4th.

WOSNY LAMBRE

(3:50) Knicks steal Game 1
(8:15) KAT’s effectiveness
(11:30) Knicks’ tough defense
(14:00) Jalen Brunson’s absurd shotmaking
(27:30) Dylan Harper being this good as a rookie

EVAN WASCH

(36:30) Why the NBA draft lottery needed reform
(41:00) The new lottery restrictions
(49:00) What's next for NBA changes?
(54:15) The NBA play-in tournament
(59:30) Expansion, relegation, and the league's future

LIFE ADVICE

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