The Pat McAfee Show

Pat McAfee, ESPN
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Jun 20, 2025 • 2h 12min

PMS 2.0 1365 - The Pacers Force Game 7, Quentin Richardson, Adam Schefter, NY Times Best Selling Author Mark Kriegel, & AJ Hawk

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys break down the Pacers thrilling game 6 victory over the Thunder to force a game 7 in the NBA Finals on Sunday. Joining the show to chat all about the game and what he thinks is going to happen in game 7 is 13 year NBA veteran, ESPN NBA analyst, co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast, Quentin Richardson. Next, ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter chats about his day covering the first round of the Travelers Championship and what it was like being inside the ropes following Rory McIlroy and Keegan Bradley, and what NFL stories and news we should be keeping our eyes out for the next few weeks. Lastly, NY Times best-selling author and ESPN boxing analyst and essayist, Mark Kriegel, to chat about his new book “Baddest Man: The Making of Mike Tyson,” and his thoughts on the current state of boxing and where it might go with the Canelo Alvarez/Bud Crawford fight on the horizon. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we’ll see you on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jun 19, 2025 • 2h 17min

PMS 2.0 1364 - Juneteenth Thursday LIVE from Gainbridge Fieldhouse with Udonis Haslem, Shams Charania, Coach Calipari, Quentin Richardson

On today's show, Pat, 3x NBA Champion & Miami Heat legend Udonis Haslem, Darius Butler, and the boys are LIVE from Gainbridge Fieldhouse previewing Game 6 of the NBA Finals tonight between the Indiana Pacers & the Oklahoma City Thunder. We open with a look back at the NBA season, and are joined early by Shams Charania who broke the news that Ime Udoka has reached a long term contract extension with the Houston Rockets, that Tyrese Haliburtion has every intention of playing tonight, gave an update on Kevin Durant's potential trade destinations, and reacted to the MASSIVE news that Jeanie Buss has sold the Los Angeles Lakers for $10 Billion dollars to Mark Walter. Also in the first hour, Arkansas Razorbacks Head Coach, National Champion, Coach Calipari joined the progrum to give us his perspective on SGA's career as his college coach, including how he is as a teammate, what he made of OKC's environment after attending Game 2, an update on how is viewing NIL & the surrounding litigation, and more. Green Bay Packers All-Time Leading Tackler AJ Hawk joined us live from an attic in Ohio to be featured on the Gainbridge Fieldhouse jumbotron for a motivational speech and covered some NFL news including CJ Mosley retiring from the NFL, Coach Pagano being welcomed by the Baltimore Ravens, and more. We close the show chatting about Udonis Haslem's legendary career in Miami, previewing the Game 6 of the Indiana Pacers, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow, or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jun 18, 2025 • 2h 40min

PMS 2.0 1363 - The Florida Panthers Win Back-To-Back Stanley Cups, Adam Schefter, Florida Panthers GM Bill Zito, Dan Orlovsky, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the Florida Panthers going back-to-back after dominating the Edmonton Oilers. They also discuss all the news from the NFL including Jaire Alexander signing with the Ravens, Caitlin Clark’s big night in the W, the College World Series continuing, and more. Joining the show is ESPN NFL Insider, Adam Schefter to discuss his role at the Travelers Championship this weekend, Trey Hendrickson’s situation, TJ Watt, and everythign else going on in the NFL. Next, Florida Panthers GM and 2x Stanley Cup Champion, Bill Zito joins the show to chat about the team’s culture, how they’re going to try to pay everyone, the atmosphere down in South Florida, how new players fit into the locker room, how he’s going to celebrate, and more. Later, 13 year NFL Quarterback, ESPN NFL Analyst, Dan Orlovsky to talk about playing 100 holes for ALS research, Aaron Rodgers in Pittsburgh, which young QB’s he thinks are going to make a leap, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jun 17, 2025 • 3h

PMS 2.0 1362 - NBA Finals Game 5 Recap, Shams Charania, Arkansas Pitcher Gage Wood, Peter Schrager, US Open Champion J.J. Spaun, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss the Oklahoma City Thunder taking a 3-2 lead over the Pacers last night in Oklahoma City as Tyrese Haliburton suffered some sort of lower body injury, and how much that will impact the rest of the series. They also covering everything else that’s happening around the sports world including the NFL and previewing tonight’s Stanley Cup Finals Game 6. Joining the show are also several guests including ESPN NBA Insider Shams Charania, Arkansas Razorbacks Pitcher Gage Wood fresh off a 19K No-Hitter, ESPN NFL Insider Peter Schrager, and US Open Champion J.J. Spaun. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jun 16, 2025 • 2h 56min

PMS 2.0 1361 - US Open Recap, NBA Finals Game 5 Preview, Quentin Richardson, Jeff Passan, Jackie Redmond, Shams Charania, & AJ Hawk

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about JJ Spaun’s improbable US Open win at Oakmont Country Club in Pittsburgh, where the course showed its teeth over the weekend. They also cover all the different news floating around the NFL, and preview tonight’s game 5 of the NBA Finals between the Thunder and Pacers. Joining the show to chat about tonight’s game and the Finals as a whole is 13 year NFL veteran, former 3 point contest champion, co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast, and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson. Next, ESPN Senior MLB Insider, Jeff Passan joins the show to talk about Shohei Ohtani making his pitching debut tonight, and the blockbuster trade that sent Red Sox star Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants. Next, NHL rinkside reporter and WWE contributor, Jackie Redmond joins the show to chat about the Stanley Cup Finals and how she sees the rest of the series playing out. Lastly, ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania joins the show to discuss tonight’s Finals game, and the number of trades that may be happening in the next few days/weeks. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jun 13, 2025 • 2h 7min

PMS 2.0 1360 - Feel Good Finals Friday with Udonis Haslem, Shams Charania, George Kittle,

On today's show, Pat, 3x NBA Champion & Miami Heat legend Udonis Haslem, AJ Hawk, and the boys are LIVE from Gainbridge Fieldhouse previewing Game 4 of the NBA Finals tonight between the Indiana Pacers & the Oklahoma City Thunder. In the first hour, ESPN's Senior NBA Insider Shams Charania joins us live on set to address the Greek Freak going at him a little bit on X, a huge update on the future of Kevin Durant, an update on the Knicks head coaching search, and more. Also in the first hour, 49ers Tight End George Kittle stops by ahead of Tight End University this weekend, how 49ers OTAs went from his perspective, and more. In the second hour, UD, Pat, AJ and the boys break dahn what has been working for the Pacers thus far, including what is fueling Tyrese Haliburton and how he handles the big moments, the prolific Pacer bench of Mathurin, McConnell, & Toppin, break dahn all of the latest NFL news, and preview the upcoming College World Series. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2pm EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12-3pm EDT) or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you back in the ThunderDome on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jun 12, 2025 • 2h 58min

PMS 2.0 1359 - Pacers Win NBA Finals Game 3, Adam Schefter, 49ers GM John Lynch, Jaguars Head Coach Liam Coen, Henrik Lundquist, Quentin Richardson, & AJ Hawk

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap last night’s incredible game 3 of the NBA Finals that saw the Pacers take a 2-1 series lead over the Oklahoma City Thunder will unbelievable performances from Tyrese Haliburton, TJ McConnell, and Ben Mathurin. They also discuss everything happening around the sports world. They are also joined by five incredible guests including ESPN Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter (not banned), Hall of Famer and San Francisco 49ers GM John Lynch, Jacksonville Jaguars Head Coach Liam Coen, Hall of Famer, Gold Medalist, and current NHL on TNT analyst Henrik Lundquist, and 13 year NBA veteran and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we’ll see you tomorrow from inside Gainbridge Fieldhouse ahead of Game 4 of the NBA Finals. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jun 11, 2025 • 2h 30min

PMS 2.0 1358 - Quentin Richardson, Shams Charania, Jeff Teague, Udonis Haslem, Darius Butler

Quentin Richardson, a 13-year NBA veteran and ESPN analyst, joins alongside Shams Charania, Senior NBA insider known for his breaking news expertise. They dive into NBA Finals excitement and the Pacers' journey. Shams discusses potential trades involving superstars like Kevin Durant and Giannis Antetokounmpo, while Quentin shares insights on young talents like Tyrese Haliburton. Udonis Haslem, a 3-time NBA Champion, reveals why he believes the Pacers will clinch the Finals and shares memorable stories about his NBA career. Expect lively banter and keen basketball analysis!
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Jun 10, 2025 • 3h 9min

PMS 2.0 1357 - Shams Charania, Mark Messier, Peter Schrager, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk

Mark Messier, a six-time Stanley Cup champion and NHL legend, shares his expert insights on the Florida Panthers' recent dominance over the Oilers. Shams Charania, NBA's senior insider, discusses the ongoing NBA Finals and its implications for the teams involved. NFL Insider Peter Schrager weighs in on player contract negotiations, including notable holdouts like TJ Watt and Terry McLaurin. The conversation blends analysis with lighthearted banter, making for a dynamic look at the latest in sports.
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Jun 9, 2025 • 2h 29min

PMS 2.0 1356 - Ian Rapoport, Quentin Richardson, Jim Harbaugh, Pete Thamel, Kenny Albert, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk

Join NFL Senior Insider Ian Rapoport as he discusses Aaron Rodgers' surprising decision to join the Steelers and the impact on team dynamics. NBA veteran Quentin Richardson breaks down pivotal playoff performances, focusing on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's brilliance. Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh shares insights on NFL training philosophies. Meanwhile, ESPN's Pete Thamel and sportscaster Kenny Albert analyze the evolving landscape of college sports and the rising popularity of hockey in warmer climates, creating a lively exploration of today's sports world.

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