The Hottest NBA Moments From This Weekend
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In this episode of PTI, Mike Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser dive into the biggest sports headlines from the weekend, starting with North Carolina's surprise hire of NBA coach Mike Malone as their new men's basketball head coach—a move that sparks debate over the wisdom of bringing a pro coach to college basketball. They then analyze the upcoming NCAA championship game between Michigan and UConn, with Tony favoring Michigan due to their dominant tournament performance, though both acknowledge UConn's elite pedigree and clutch history. UCLA's dominant victory over South Carolina in the women's title game is celebrated, with praise for their defense and senior leadership, while Gino Auriemma's controversial postgame behavior—particularly his false claims about a ripped jersey and refusal to shake hands—is heavily criticized as petulant and classless. The Lakers' recent struggles without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are lamented, with Wilbon declaring the team in 'a state of despair' without their star duo. Meanwhile, Cooper Flagg's historic rookie scoring streak and Joe Adele's unprecedented three-home run catch are hailed as standout moments. The episode closes with a mix of league news, including the firing of Patrick Waugh and Angel Reese's trade, and tributes to Hall of Fame inductees and milestone achievements in baseball and college basketball.
North Carolina's hiring of NBA coach Mike Malone as its new men's basketball coach is a bold, controversial move that raises questions about the college-pro coaching crossover.
UCLA's women's basketball team showcased elite defense and senior leadership to win the national title, while Gino Auriemma's postgame conduct drew widespread criticism.
The Lakers are in crisis mode without Luka Doncic and Austin Reeves, with both hosts doubting their playoff chances despite a strong regular-season run.
Cooper Flagg made history by becoming the first rookie since 1962 to score 45+ points in consecutive games, joining an elite list of NBA legends.
Joe Adele's three-home-run catch in one game is being called 'unprecedented' and 'the greatest defensive game I've ever seen' by Hall of Fame outfielder Torrey Hunter.
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North Carolina Hires Mike Malone
“I'm in a wait-and-see mode and I am very surprised.”
NCAA Championship Preview: Michigan vs. UConn
“I'm not going to be stunned if UConn wins this. I really not.”
UCLA's Women's Title & Gino Auriemma's Fallout
“Gino Auriemma is one of the biggest figures in the history, deservingly so, of college basketball. And he behaved like a garden variety bum.”
Lakers in Crisis Without Doncic and Reeves
“Without these two guys, they are done D-U-N.”
“Gino Auriemma is one of the biggest figures in the history, deservingly so, of college basketball. And he behaved like a garden variety bum.”
“It's the greatest defensive game I've ever seen.”
“He took away from his own team season. He took the moment away from South Carolina. He ought to be embarrassed.”
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Tony Kornheiser
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Mike Wilbon
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Gino Auriemma
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Mike Malone
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Luka Doncic
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North Carolina
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UCLA
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Cooper Flagg
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South Carolina
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Austin Reeves
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