Sporticast

Scott and Eben discuss the upcoming NBA Draft, specifically how teams are evaluating Bronny James, who has potential off-court value in addition to his on-court skills. They also talk about the Florida Panthers winning the Stanley Cup, the start of the Fanatics/NHL jersey era, and Alex Morgan being left off the U.S. Olympic team.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben speak with Camilo Durana, executive vice president of both MLS and SUM, about Major League Soccer’s attendance growth, the overlap of the Euros and Copa America, and the impact of Lionel Messi.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inaugural WNBA Valuations Breakdown w/ Kurt Badenhausen Scott and Eben speak with Sportico colleague Kurt Badenhausen about his inaugural WNBA valuations. They range from the Las Vegas Aces at $140 million to the Atlanta Dream at $55 million. The average team is worth about $96 million. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss U.S. Open champion Bryson DeChambeau, who has overcome a rough public image to capture golf fans and golf media. They also talk about a new TGL investor, the ongoing NBA/NHL finals, Tom Brady’s broadcast debut, and Charles Barkley’s “retirement” announcement.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben break down a sports business scandal in competitive eating, with Joey Chestnut, the sport’s biggest star, banned from the July 4 Nathan’s hot dog competition. They also talk about NBA players as investors, the Kelce brothers, and the ongoing MaxPreps sale.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben breakdown weekend trips to Yankee Stadium for Yankees vs. Dodgers, and the T20 Cricket World Cup for India vs. Pakistan. They also talk about Kyrie Irving’s unique shoes, a possible U.S. investment in Portuguese soccer club Benfica, and a website acquisition that’s turning heads around the NHL.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss more betting scandals in pro sports, with MLB and NBA confronting new news about athletes violating their anti-gambling rules. They also talk, rationally, about Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and the WNBA’s current media reckoning. They also speak briefly about Man City’s Premier League lawsuit and Carmelo Anthony’s unique NBL deal.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss Connor McDavid, the NHL’s most talented player, finally playing in his first Stanley Cup Final. They also talk about soccer star Kylian Mbappé moving to Real Madrid, the U.S. Government’s Ticketmaster lawsuit, and a new 3x3 women’s basketball league.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the Edmonton Oilers’ real estate empire, which includes one of the largest sports and entertainment developments in North America. They also talk NBA playoffs and the marketing stardom of MLB rookie Paul Skenes  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brett Jones, CEO of the US T20 World Cup host committee, discusses challenges of adapting cricket pitches for T20 World Cup, the commercial value of cricket, insights on ticket pricing for India-Pakistan game, and event planning in the USA.