THE HERD - Hour 3 - Eric Karros stops by The Herd, the Knicks are not contenders

The Herd with Colin Cowherd continues its weekday broadcast with a deep dive into the current state of professional sports, beginning with a conversation with former MLB player and Dodger analyst Eric Karros. Karros praises the Dodgers' clubhouse culture under manager Dave Roberts, highlighting his leadership, emotional intelligence, and ability to elevate players like Miguel Rojas and Kyle Tucker. He emphasizes the team’s depth and organizational excellence, calling the current Dodgers squad one of the deepest in baseball history. The discussion then shifts to the NBA, where Cowherd and guests analyze the playoff landscape, arguing that the Knicks are not legitimate contenders due to a lack of bench depth, overreliance on Jalen Brunson, and a flawed roster construction following the Mikael Bridges trade. They contrast this with the Lakers, whose future is questioned due to LeBron James’ declining physical capacity and the unsustainable usage of players like Austin Reeves and Luka Doncic. The episode also touches on broader trends in sports, including the increasing 'chalkiness' of the NBA playoffs due to the new CBA, the impact of NIL on college sports, and the challenges of building contending teams in the modern era. The conversation is framed by a mix of sports analysis, cultural commentary, and promotional segments for companion podcasts.