The Odd Couple With Chris Broussard & Rob Parker

Chris and Rob debate whether the TV ratings (2.1 million viewers) for Caitlin Clark’s WNBA debut were a good or bad indicator of what’s to come, explain why there’s no realistic path towards Jalen Brunson becoming a legitimate superstar during these NBA Playoffs and discuss why it is that American-born NBA players feel empowered to publicly (and relentlessly) trash foreign-born NBA players.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob tell us if it’s better for the NBA that Nikola Jokic or Anthony Edwards wins their Game 7 showdown on Sunday, explain why there’s no realistic path towards Jalen Brunson becoming a legitimate superstar during these NBA Playoffs and debate whether Jordan Love or Tua Tagovailoa is more deserving of getting a new contract extension.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob debate whether Jordan Love or Tua Tagovailoa is more deserving of getting a new contract extension and tell us why the New York Knicks may need to consider closing up shop early to save their guys for a potential Game 7. Plus, former NBA veteran and Bally Sports North Minnesota Timberwolves analyst Jim Petersen swings by to discuss their grueling series with the Denver Nuggets, the Michael Jordan-Anthony Edwards comparisons, his expectations for Game 7 in Denver, the unflattering reputation that seems to follow Rudy Gobert and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob explain why there’s no realistic path towards Jalen Brunson becoming a legitimate superstar during these NBA Playoffs. Later, the guys discuss the implications of the heinous Diddy assault video in the latest edition of Shop Talk. Plus, NBC Sports lead NBA writer Kurt Helin swings by to discuss Brunson’s place in the NBA hierarchy, the rumors linking JJ Redick to the Los Angeles Lakers’ head coaching job, how Mike Budenholzer can maximize the Phoenix Suns roster, Bronny James’ NBA future  and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob discuss Scottie Scheffler’s wild experience with the police at the PGA Championship and commend his ability to compartmentalize following such a traumatic experience, tell us if it’s better for the NBA that Nikola Jokic or Anthony Edwards wins their Game 7 showdown on Sunday, debate whether Vince Carter deserved to have his jersey retired by the New Jersey Nets and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob discuss why it is that American-born NBA players feel empowered to publicly (and relentlessly) trash foreign-born NBA players and debate whether the NFL was out of line for publicly condemning Harrison Butker’s comments promoting traditional Catholic beliefs. Plus, former NBA veteran and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Kerry Kittles swings by to discuss why he believes Jalen Brunson has eclipsed Kevin Durant in the NBA’s hierarchy, how Nikola Jokic compares to other great centers of the past and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob explain why Paul Pierce has a point when he suggests that the Los Angeles Lakers would regret hiring JJ Redick as their next head coach and provide real-time analysis of Game 6 between the Denver Nuggets and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Plus, the guys go head-to-head in a very special NBA International-themed edition of Teichert’s Tower of Trivia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob debate whether the NFL was out of line for publicly condemning Harrison Butker’s comments promoting traditional Catholic beliefs and tell us if the Dallas Mavericks have what it takes to make a run to the NBA Finals. Plus, former NBA veteran and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Kerry Kittles swings by to discuss why he believes Jalen Brunson has eclipsed Kevin Durant in the NBA’s hierarchy, how Nikola Jokic compares to other great centers of the past and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob discuss why it is that American-born NBA players feel empowered to publicly (and relentlessly) trash foreign-born NBA players, tell us if the WNBA may have overestimated Caitlin Clark’s impact on their league and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets. Plus, NBA champion and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Eddie House swings by to discuss why American players can be overly critical of foreign players, the Boston Celtics cruising through the Eastern Conference playoffs, the Los Angeles Lakers ongoing head coaching search and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s edition of  Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses the Philadelphia Phillies’ hot start to the season, Aaron Judge’s return to form for the New York Yankees and Jack Leiter’s ugly start to his MLB career. Plus, former MLB All-Star and NBC Sports California analyst Bip Roberts swings by to discuss the Oakland A’s refusal to go quietly into the night and how Bay Area fans are dealing with the club’s impending move to Sacramento. Later, MLB.com reporter Jason Beck checks in to discuss the Detroit Tigers’ season thus far and the AL Central division as a whole. Finally, we’ve got appearances by MLBBro.com managing editor JR Gamble, analytics guru Anthony Masterson and gambling expert David Gascon. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!!  #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob debate whether the TV ratings (2.1 million viewers) for Caitlin Clark’s WNBA debut were a good or bad indicator of what’s to come, argue over whether there were people trying to discredit Nikola Jokic as a player when the Denver Nuggets fell down 0-2 to the Minnesota Timberwolves and discuss if Jalen Brunson’s breakout postseason is somehow an indictment on Luka Doncic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob discuss if Jalen Brunson’s breakout postseason is somehow an indictment on Luka Doncic and tell us why they have a problem with the NFL’s plan to put so many on their games on streaming platforms. Plus, FOX Sports Radio NBA insider Mark Medina swings by to discuss the Los Angeles Lakers head coaching search, why he wasn’t surprised to see the Denver Nuggets bounce back from their 0-2 hole against Minnesota, why the New York Knicks going up 3-2 over Indiana is such an indictment on the Pacers, Donovan Mitchell’s murky future in Cleveland and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob debate whether there were people trying to discredit Nikola Jokic as a player when the Denver Nuggets fell down 0-2 to the Minnesota Timberwolves and quickly discuss where Jokic ranks amongst Rob’s all-time top-10 in NBA history. Plus, NBA champion and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Antonio Daniels swings by to discuss the narrative surrounding Jokic, whether the Timberwolves have what it takes to come back from being 3-2 against Denver and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob debate whether the TV ratings (2.1 million viewers) for Caitlin Clark’s WNBA debut were a good or bad indicator of what’s to come, why the NFL decided to put the New York Jets on primetime six times in the first 11 weeks of the season and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets. Plus, New York Knicks legend John Starks swings by to discuss why he believes Jalen Brunson is the best closer in the NBA right now, what makes the ‘Nova Boys’ Donte DiVincenzo and Josh Hart so tough, the buzz around Madison Square Garden these days and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob debate whether hiring JJ Redick and drafting Bronny James (supposedly to appease LeBron) would set the franchise back and discuss whether Caitlin Clark’s uneven performance in her WNBA debut is bad for the league moving forward. Plus, Yahoo Sports senior NFL reporter Charles Robinson swings by to discuss the Dallas Cowboys’ reluctance to make Dak Prescott 5the highest paid player in the NFL, how much their ugly playoff loss to Green Bay last year has factored into their decision-making, Mike McCarthy’s uncertain future in Dallas and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob discuss whether Caitlin Clark’s uneven performance in her WNBA debut is bad for the league moving forward and applaud Dan Patrick for pressing Reggie Miller about his vague comments that seemed to be directed at LeBron James. Plus, FOX Sports Radio Weekend host Martin Weiss brings us the latest edition of Trollin’ or Rollin’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob debate whether hiring JJ Redick and drafting Bronny James (supposedly to appease LeBron) would set the franchise back and tell us if Dak Prescott should consider taking a below-market deal to stay with the Dallas Cowboys. Plus, Yahoo Sports senior NFL reporter Charles Robinson swings by to discuss the Cowboys’ reluctance to make Dak the highest paid player in the NFL, how much their ugly playoff loss to Green Bay last year has factored into their decision-making, Mike McCarthy’s uncertain future in Dallas and much more! Finally, the Odd Couple Callers bring the heat in this week’s edition of Trash Talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob explain why this series against Oklahoma City is a real ‘fork in the road’ moment for Luka Doncic, tell us what we can learn from Bronny James’ performance at the NBA Draft Combine and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets. Plus, former NFL offensive lineman and FOX Sports Radio Weekend host Ephraim Salaam swings by to discuss his expectations for Caitlin Clark  in her rookie season, how the Denver Nuggets were able to crawl out of their 0-2 series hole against the Minnesota Timberwolves, whether or not the Los Angeles Lakers should draft Bronny James and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 Chris and Rob get into a heated debate over the Denver Nuggets improbably tying up their series with the Timberwolves 2-2 after back-to-back road wins in Minnesota and discuss Reggie Miller’s and Michael Wilbon’s very public criticisms of LeBron James in the last week. Plus, Denver Gazette columnist Woody Paige swings by to discuss his early experiences on ESPN with Chris and Rob, how the Nuggets have managed to overcome their 0-2 hole against the Timberwolves, Jamal Murray’s return to form in the last two games, Nikola Jokic’s MVP season thus far and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob discuss why Kevin Durant has been (reportedly) unhappy at every stop he’s been at since leaving the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2016, how much blame Tom Thibodeau deserves for the New York Knicks being so injury-ravaged right now and tell us if LeBron James had ulterior motives for sitting courtside at tonight’s playoff showdown between the Boston Celtics and the Cleveland Cavaliers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.