NBA Draft Lottery: Cooper Flagg Will Change Everything
The winner of the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft lottery will receive a golden ticket for the next 'sure thing' in Cooper Flagg... or perhaps Giannis Antetokounmpo? Baker and Renee discuss the implications of tonight's event and why some teams with the top odds may be better off using Flagg as a trade chip for an established superstar.
Plus, ESPN's Matt Miller explains why mock drafts in the NFL mean just as much to teams as they do to fans. Also, Michael Jordan is joining NBC's NBA coverage, the NFL season starts with a bang, and Trump agrees to temporarily slash tariffs on Chinese goods.
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Malcolm Jenkins Talks NFL Ownership and Art Auctions, ‘Da Pope’ Sports Loyalties, and Manny Pacquiao Is Back
Two-time Super Bowl champion Malcolm Jenkins joins Front Office Sports Today to break down The Game of Art—his curated contemporary art auction benefiting his foundation. We also dive into his growing investment portfolio, including potential NFL ownership.
Plus, Manny Pacquiao is out of retirement, what's in the water over in Pittsburgh, correspondent Derryl Barnes goes on assignment, and Pope Leo XIV dominates the convo over at the watercooler.
Key Moments:
0:41 – NFL on YouTube, Manny Pacquiao is back, Jayden Higgins’ record setting contract
4:40 – Uncertainty in Pittsburgh9:49 – Malcolm Jenkins talks about his art auction, The Game of Art, investments in sports, and NFL ownership17:31 – FOS Multimedia Reporter, Derryl Barnes
20:46 – White Sox’s Holiest Fan, Paul Pierce completes his walk
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Why the NBA’s CBA Could Doom Superteams
The Celtics and Cavaliers are both down 2–0 and face huge financial decisions this offseason. ESPN's Bobby Marks joins to explain how the CBA has laid the groundwork for this year's electric NBA playoffs.
Plus, the House v. NCAA settlement approaches a resolution, Nick Saban is appointed by the Trump Administration, and Paul Pierce takes an eight-hour walk to work in slippers.
Key Moments:
0:41 – WNBA ratings, Rams head to Hawaii, Saban is appointed by the Trump Administration
4:40 – House vs. NCAA Updates with Amanda Christovich
9:49 – Bobby Marks talks NBA Playoffs
17:31 – The Big Ticket - NBA Game 3 Ticket Prices
20:46 – Paul Pierce takes an eight-hour walk to work
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Carli Lloyd: ‘It's No Longer a Charity... It's a Business’ | USWNT Legend on Career & Growth of Game
Carli Lloyd was inducted into the National Soccer Hall of Fame last weekend, telling the audience she wished she were less of "an emotionless machine" when she played. She joins the show to discuss her legendary career on the field and how she's building something entirely new off it.
Plus, the NBA sees a surge in its first-round ratings behind the next generation of stars, NASCAR driver Ryan Blaney joins to discuss the new season of Full Speed on Netflix, and an NFL fan is suing the league over Shedeur Sanders's draft slide.
Key Moments:
0:37 – Big Ten and Big 12 updates, Stafford turns down big $$$, Utah Hockey’s new name
4:27 – NBA playoff ratings surge
10:00 – Carli Lloyd interview on women’s soccer and hall-of-fame career
17:38 – Ryan Blaney interview on 'Full Speed' new season
21:26 – Shedeur Sanders lawsuit
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23:59
Inside Hulk Hogan's New Wrestling League; Why the NHL Cancelled All Star Weekend & More
Hell yeah brother... Hulk Hogan has a new wrestling league. He joins us in studio alongside Eric Bischoff and Izzy Martinez to discuss.
Plus, the NHL has cancelled next year's All Star Weekend, NBC is using A.I. to recreate its 90s nostalgia, and we hear from a familiar voice... in Germany.
Key Moments:
01:14 – Federal funding for traumatic brain injury suspended, Justin Tucker is released, Aj’a Wilson drops her first signature sneaker,
04:14 – NHL cancels All Star Weekend
9:44 – Hulk Hogan, Eric Bischoff, and Izzy Martinez
18:38 – Baker Machado in Signal Iduna Park
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Sports is big business - and there is no offseason to the major moves, groundbreaking deals and culture-shifting moments happening across the world of sports.
Front Office Sports Today is your daily guide on all things sports, business and culture. Join our hosts, Baker and Renee as they offer insightful commentary on breaking news and engage in conversations surrounding the biggest headlines, with guest appearances from athletes, executives, experts and more.
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