PMS 2.0 1565 - NBA Finals Preview, Stanley Cup Game 1 Recap, LA Rams GM Les Snead, Heather Dinich, Peter Schrager, PK Subban, Iman Shumpert, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk

Pat McAfee and the crew preview the upcoming NBA Finals matchup between the San Antonio Spurs and the New York Knicks. They also recap Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals, highlighting the Vegas Golden Knights' comeback victory over the Carolina Hurricanes under coach John Tortorella.

The hosts reflect on a recent sports betting heartbreak involving Seth Jarvis and the Carolina Hurricanes despite a high-scoring game. They discuss past betting near-misses before shifting focus to upcoming NBA games, deciding to place their trust in superstars like Jalen Brunson and Victor Wembanyama.

The hosts preview the NBA Finals, discussing the San Antonio Spurs, Victor Wembanyama, and the New York Knicks' playoff run. They also welcome Los Angeles Rams General Manager Les Snead to discuss the team's upcoming schedule and roster changes.

Los Angeles Rams General Manager Les Snead discusses the blockbuster trade that brought star defensive end Myles Garrett to the Rams. Snead details the persistent negotiations with Cleveland Browns GM Andrew Berry and the difficult decision to trade away young talent Jared Verse. He also reflects on the challenging human element of trading players and how head coach Sean McVay navigates those tough conversations.

Los Angeles Rams General Manager Les Snead discusses the team's aggressive roster-building strategy, managing rookie contracts, and the crucial support of team owner Stan Kroenke. The conversation also touches on retired star defensive tackle Aaron Donald, his current state of mind in retirement, and whether there is any chance of a return.

Pat McAfee and Darius Butler talk with Los Angeles Rams GM Les Snead about the team's roster moves, including the hypothetical addition of Myles Garrett. Snead discusses the importance of keeping trade negotiations discreet and the difficult process of saying goodbye to players like Jared Verse.

Pat McAfee and Darius Butler discuss the importance of maintaining a tight-lipped front office, praising the Jets and Browns for preventing leaks. They also laud Los Angeles Rams GM Les Snead and owner Stan Kroenke for their aggressive roster-building strategies and flexibility.

Heather Dinich joins the show to discuss the Protect College Sports Act and the lobbying efforts in Washington D.C. She explains the skepticism surrounding federal legislation, which has led the SEC and Big Ten to release a joint statement opposing the current bill and raising the possibility of a super league.

The hosts discuss the ongoing bipartisan efforts on Capitol Hill to regulate NIL in college sports, highlighting the potential threat to Olympic and women's sports. They express frustration over the slow progress and lack of concrete answers despite multiple hearings.

Peter Schrager joins the show to discuss his trip to San Antonio to support the New York Knicks. He shares how the team's playoff run has galvanized and brought New York City together during a turbulent time.

Peter Schrager shares behind-the-scenes details of the blockbuster trade that sent Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams and Jared Verse to the Cleveland Browns. He explains how Rams head coach Sean McVay handled the communication with Verse, and the group briefly discusses the New York Knicks and Jalen Brunson.

Pat McAfee and the crew discuss the upcoming NBA Finals and Jalen Brunson's role. They also celebrate co-host AJ Hawk's nomination to the College Football Hall of Fame, reflecting on his outstanding career at Ohio State and with the Green Bay Packers.

Pat McAfee and AJ Hawk discuss Hawk's nomination to the College Football Hall of Fame, reflecting on his career with the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Green Bay Packers. They also analyze the changing landscape of college sports, focusing on Nick Saban's recent lobbying efforts in Washington.

The hosts discuss the complex scheduling of the expanded College Football Playoff and its impact on players transitioning to the NFL. They then transition to the NHL Stanley Cup Final, welcoming former player PK Subban to discuss the Vegas Golden Knights' Game 1 victory.

PK Subban joins the show to analyze Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals between the Vegas Golden Knights and the Carolina Hurricanes. He breaks down Carolina's defensive struggles, the high-scoring nature of the game, and the expectations for key players moving forward.

PK Subban joins the show to analyze the Stanley Cup Finals, focusing on Jack Eichel's unique skating style, reach, and dominance on the ice. The conversation also covers international hockey results, including Canada's fourth-place finish, and the future of international tournaments.

PK Subban shares his thoughts on the Stanley Cup Finals matchup between Vegas and Carolina, analyzing a controversial icing call from Game 1. He also talks about his upcoming golf plans with T.J. Oshie and reminisces about getting Tiger Woods' custom Nike clubs early in his career.

PK Subban joins the show to discuss his golf swing, receiving advice from Nelly Korda, and his recent gym experiences. The hosts also joke about NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman's birthday and his hypothetical hangout with Bill Belichick.

The crew discusses recent NFL offseason developments, including the Pittsburgh Steelers' signing of Nick Herbig and their quarterback situation at OTAs. They also analyze major contract extensions for Denver Broncos cornerback Patrick Surtain II and Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London.

The hosts discuss Kevin Stefanski taking a new head coaching role with the Atlanta Falcons and analyze the front office dynamics of the Cleveland Browns under Andrew Berry. They are then joined by Iman Shumpert to preview the NBA Finals matchup between the San Antonio Spurs and the New York Knicks.

Iman Shumpert breaks down the matchup between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs, explaining why he believes the Knicks have the defensive tools and physical style to disrupt Victor Wembanyama. While his analytical mind respects the Spurs' recent victory over OKC, his heart favors the Knicks' gritty Eastern Conference playstyle.

Iman Shumpert, Pat McAfee, Darius Butler, and AJ Hawk break down the upcoming NBA Finals matchup between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs. They analyze how defensive strategies, coaching adjustments, and key role players like Immanuel Quickley and Devin Vassell will impact the series. The discussion also highlights the challenge of managing star players like Victor Wembanyama and Jalen Brunson on both ends of the floor.

Pat McAfee and the crew discuss player props for Jalen Brunson and Victor Wembanyama ahead of the NBA Finals, with input from former NBA champion Iman Shumpert. The conversation then takes a humorous turn into space exploration, hypothetical moon wars, and AJ Hawk's status as an Ohio State legend.

The hosts discuss their betting slips for the night, focusing on strikeout props for Paul Skenes and Shohei Ohtani. They also recap the Stanley Cup Final game, analyzing a player's missed opportunity and the head coach's subsequent comments.

The hosts discuss the dominant performances of several MLB pitchers, including Paul Skenes, Shota Imanaga, Gerrit Cole, and Cristopher Sanchez. They also touch upon the Pittsburgh Pirates' recent success and make brief references to the Stanley Cup Finals.

AJ Hawk shares updates on his beekeeping efforts, including his plans to identify and mark the queen bee. The discussion takes a humorous turn as the hosts debate bee behavior and recall bee-related movies like "Bee Movie" and "My Girl."