Hour 3: The Mavs have the 9th pick in the draft, the Cowboys-Giants face off in Week 1
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In the final hour of Sean and RJ, the hosts break down the Dallas Mavericks' selection of the 9th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, with Mavs insider Mike Curtis joining the show to discuss the front office transition following Nico Harrison's departure and the hiring of new GM Mike Schmitz. Curtis shares insights into Schmitz’s basketball acumen and leadership style, emphasizing his focus on talent evaluation and potential fit around Cooper Flagg. The discussion also covers the emotional reaction from fans, the impact of the Mavs’ late-season winning streak on draft positioning, and potential draft targets like Mikael Brown Jr. and Phylon. The segment transitions into a deep dive on the Rangers’ recent dominance, led by Jacob DeGrom and Evan Carter, with special attention to Nate Evaldi’s resurgence and his pivotal upcoming start against the Arizona Diamondbacks. The show then shifts to NFL news, revealing the Cowboys’ Week 1 opponent: the New York Giants on Sunday Night Football at the Meadowlands. The hosts analyze the brutal 2026 schedule, citing Warren Sharp’s projection of the Cowboys having one of the five toughest schedules, with tough road games against Green Bay, Houston, and Seattle. They debate the impact of NIL on college football, noting how rising college earnings are deterring top quarterbacks from entering the NFL draft early, with examples like Riley Leonard and Quinn Ewers. The episode closes with a reflection on how this shift may affect team drafting strategies and player development.
The Dallas Mavericks selected the 9th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, sparking fan disappointment due to their late-season winning streak.
New GM Mike Schmitz is seen as a talent evaluator with strong basketball acumen, though his leadership style and collaboration with Masai Ujiri remain to be seen.
Cooper Flagg is a key target for the Mavs, and the team needs a guard who can shoot and play alongside Kyrie Irving.
Nate Evaldi has rebounded with two dominant starts against the Yankees, and his upcoming game against Arizona is seen as a critical test of his return to form.
The Cowboys’ 2026 schedule is projected as one of the toughest in the NFL, with multiple elite road matchups and a challenging NFC East slate.
…and 2 more takeaways available in PodZeus
Mavs' 9th Pick & GM Transition
“I think he's going to be able to point out, obviously, the top 10 through 14 picks and know his talent. But where I want to see him kind of flex his muscles is what is he going to do when Dallas is on the clock at 30 and 48?”
Draft Prospects & Fan Reaction
The discussion shifts to potential draft targets for the Mavericks, including Mikael Brown Jr., Phylon, and Mads. Curtis evaluates their fit, especially given the team’s need for a shooter and playmaker. Fan frustration over the Mavs’ late-season wins is explored.
Rangers' Momentum & Evaldi's Return
“If he does it, it's like, alright, did he just run into a team that he always dominates? Right? And he always dominates the Yankees. That's why I think tonight's such a big game.”
Cowboys' 2026 Schedule & NFL Draft Impact
“You either start your clock in the NFL, bet on yourself, take a million dollars a year, which is basically what he was going to get, right? Four years, four million. Start your clock, get the free agency, become the starter and play. Or it's stay in school. And take $4 million.”
Netflix Roast of Kevin Hart & Cultural Commentary
The hosts react to clips from the Netflix roast of Kevin Hart, highlighting Tom Brady’s sharp roast of Hart and Shane Gillis’ jokes about Draymond Green. They discuss the comedic timing and the controversial Epstein references.
“You either start your clock in the NFL, bet on yourself, take a million dollars a year, which is basically what he was going to get, right? Four years, four million. Start your clock, get the free agency, become the starter and play. Or it's stay in school. And take $4 million.”
“If he does it, it's like, alright, did he just run into a team that he always dominates? Right? And he always dominates the Yankees. That's why I think tonight's such a big game.”
“I'm taking the $4 million. Give me the guaranteed $4 million in the one year and then I'll worry about my draft stock next year.”
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Dallas Mavericks
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Dallas Cowboys
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Mike Curtis
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Mike Schmitz
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New York Giants
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Nate Evaldi
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Masai Ujiri
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Cooper Flagg
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Kyrie Irving
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Jacob DeGrom
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