Nets Win, Knicks Lose As Wild NBA Free Agency Starts

Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including a banner first day for NBA free agency. The Brooklyn Nets made the biggest splash, reportedly agreeing to terms with Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and DeAndre Jordan, while the crosstown New York Knicks failed to land a big name. Other stars changing teams appear to include Jimmy Butler and Al Horford. Also discussed is the success of the U.S. women's national team, which is playing the in semifinals of the Women's World Cup, and setting records for TV ratings and merchandise sales. Also talked about sports gambling numbers from May that show that New Jersey operators took more in wagers than operators in Nevada. 

Hosts: Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr

Producer: Colin Tipton

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