Pardon My Take
Joey Chestnut Is Out Of The Hot Dog Competition, US Open With Caddie Michael Collins, NBA Finals With Kevin Love, Kristaps Hurt And Pardon Your Take
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Quick takeaways
- Joey Chestnut's Hot Dog Eating Competition exit due to vegan hot dog brand sponsorship.
- Kristaps Porzingis injured, Hank had a tough day.
- Pug potential cowardice revealed.
- Michael Collins on US Open challenges and caddie career transition.
- Kevin Love on NBA Finals, Kyrie's role, and Olympics experience.
- Listener-submitted Pardon Your Takes to wrap up the podcast episode.
Deep dives
US Open Field
The field at the US Open is in the hot seat as reports indicate that the greens are already extremely fast and borderline challenging. With no rain forecasted and high temperatures expected, the conditions are set to make the course even more difficult to navigate for the players.
Greg Berhalter
Greg Berhalter finds himself in the hot seat as criticism mounts over his coaching of the United States men's national soccer team. Fans and analysts call for his removal following disappointing performance, creating uncertainty around the team's future under his leadership.
Charles Barkley
Charles Barkley is feeling the heat after a fan heckled him during a game, leading to tense moments as the fan taunted him about his playing career. Barkley's composure was tested, sparking discussions about how players deal with such confrontations in the media.
Panthers vs. Oilers
In the cool throne, the Panthers find themselves in a favorable position after dominating the Oilers in the NHL playoffs. Their strong team defense and ability to withstand aggressive plays put them in a comfortable spot in the series, leaving Edmonton with pressure to perform in the upcoming games.
16 Years in the NBA Career
Kevin Love reflects on his 16-year NBA career, highlighting the surreal feeling of having been in the league for such a long time since being drafted in 2008 at 19. He mentions his goal of playing half his life in the NBA and shares anecdotes from players like Kobe Bryant, emphasizing his commitment to continue playing for years to come.
Insights into the US Open Course Challenges
Kevin Love details the challenges players will face at the US Open, focusing on off-the-tee strategies due to native areas and the importance of playing to the front of the greens with the turtle shell layouts. He explains the significance of reading greens and managing shot selections to navigate the demanding course conditions.
Reflections on Caddying and Caddy-Player Dynamics
Kevin Love shares insights from his caddying experiences, highlighting the psychological nuances of being a caddy and the importance of understanding and supporting the player's needs. He emphasizes the unique skill set required to adapt to different player-caddy dynamics and mentions memorable experiences and lessons learned from caddying.
Miami Heat Experience and Navigating Structure
Kevin Love discusses his time with the Miami Heat, highlighting the team's championship mindset, attention to detail, and commitment to preparation. He reflects on his love for the game reigniting with the Heat, appreciating the organization's focus on winning and the supportive environment that rejuvenated his passion for basketball.
Miami Celtics Rivalry and NBA Finals Potential
Kevin Love offers insights on the Boston Celtics, recognizing their ability to elevate lesser-known players like Marcus Smart and Robert Williams into crucial roles. He discusses the impact of replacements like Drew Holiday and Derrick White, pointing out the team's strength in adapting and capitalizing on player potential.
Outlook on the NBA Lifestyle and Future
Kevin Love shares his dedication to continue playing in the NBA, dismissing retirement rumors and expressing his commitment to prolonging his basketball career. He highlights his readiness to embrace challenges and continue contributing to the sport with a focus on appreciation for the game and a passion for competition.
Jason Tatum's Perceived Value
There is ongoing discourse about Jason Tatum's value, with some suggesting that he is not a top five player but still a strong asset for the Celtics.
College Football Playoff Expansion
Discussions around expanding the College Football Playoff to 12 or 16 teams to provide more opportunities for teams to play their way into the playoff.
Theoretical NFL Draft Outcomes
Speculation on how different draft choices for the Tennessee Titans in the 2000s, including Matt Leinart and Vince Young, could have impacted their success and Super Bowl chances.
Emergency beginning of the show had to be retaped after we get news that Joey Chestnut is out of the 4th of July Hot Dog Eating Competition after taking money from a vegan hot dog brand and our whole world has been shattered (00:00:00-00:17:49). Kristaps is hurt and Hank had a rough day (00:17:49-00:28:39). Pug might be a coward (00:28:39-00:35:58). Danny Hurley is staying at Uconn and SCF Game 2 (00:35:58-00:56:38). Hot Seat/Cool Throne and Buster Olney has been hacked and Kevin Durant is back on twitter (00:56:38-01:19:31). Caddie Michael Collins joins us to talk about the US Open, hardest part about being a caddie, his crazy career jump from comedian to caddy to ESPN golf personality and more (01:19:31-01:52:21). We then are joined by recurring guest and good friend Kevin Love to talk about the NBA Finals, what does Kyrie need to do to find it, his top 5, and how sick it was playing on the Olympics (01:52:21-02:23:44). We finish with listener submitted Pardon Your Takes (02:23:44-02:42:02).
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