The Dan Patrick Show Hour 1 – Dan Warns Both Benches, Championship Shape
May 2, 2025
Dan kicks off the show with a comical warning after a bobblehead mishap involving Bill Walton. The discussion heats up around the NBA Playoffs, celebrating the Knicks' success and digging into JJ Redick's comments on championship fitness. Jalen Brunson's clutch performances are highlighted, along with musings on sportsmanship and team dynamics. A humorous take on listener interactions and memorable rivalries adds to the fun, making for an engaging round-up of sports highlights and nostalgia.
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Bill Walton Bobblehead Mishap
- Marvin accidentally broke Dan Patrick's beloved Bill Walton bobblehead on the show desk.
- Dan had it carefully glued back together with Weeks, the show's glue guy, restoring it to usable condition.
Double-Team The Best Player
- The best player in a game must be double-teamed to prevent them from winning.
- Jalen Brunson's clutch game-winning shot showed the need to send two defenders, not just one.
Championship Shape Challenge
- J.J. Redick publicly called for the Lakers to get into "championship shape," implicitly targeting Luka Dončić.
- If LeBron and Luka collaborate in the offseason, their chances of winning a championship improve.
