Colin’s top takes of the week.

First, he’s joined by Danny Parkins, host of “First Thing’s First” on FS1.

They begin with tanking in the NBA and Colin argues that he’s pro-tanking because it’s the only way to turn your franchise around since it’s so difficult to trade star players in the NBA (2:30). They agree that NBA players have gotten so good at shooting 3’s, it’s led to a less visually appealing product for the fans that makes the regular season tough to watch (10:45) and they debate potential fixes (23:30).

Then, joined by Art Manteris, a veteran bookmaker, to discuss sports gambling. They dive into some of the wildest sports gambling stories ever told — from massive celebrity bets to shocking moments involving Mike Tyson and others (30:00).

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Jason answers mailbag questions from subscribers on topics including how to fix NBA Draft tanking, how Adam Silver has been as NBA commissioner, the All-Star game format, the Dunk Contest, why the Denver Nuggets have blown fourth quarter leads, Jalen Williams’ role on the Oklahoma City Thunder, and more.

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We’re back with Season 4, Episode 32 of Club 520, where Jeff Teague, DJ Wells, and B Hen discuss Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James as he is in his last years of his NBA career, and talk about what a farewell tour will look like for him. The guys then debate whether Indiana Fever and WNBA sensation Caitlin Clark is the most famous basketball player under the age of 35, which would exclude LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Steph Curry, James Harden, among others. Later, the guys debate whether the Orlando Magic need to split up Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner as they have not translated to winning basketball, and much more!

Timeline:
4:45 - Episode Start
5:45 - Sacramento State
8:00 - Favorite white slaps
11:00 - Sexyy Red
13:25 - Blueface
16:30 - Future the GOAT?
19:00 - Jesse Jackson pic
21:30 - Shia LaBeouf
23:15 - Clifton Powell
34:30 - What to never pay for again
36:00 - 1v1 could fix All-Star Game
39:00 - 3v3 Unrivaled
43:00 - The LeBron farewell tour
47:00 - Caitlin Clark: Most famous American hooper?
52:30 - Zach LaVine & Sabonis out for season and on trade block
55:00 - What you'd do for $400 million?
57:00 - Jeff looking for contract extension
59:30 - Teague and the Pacers
01:02:00 - No more Franz & Banchero in Orlando
01:05:45 - Kyrie Irving out for season
01:08:00 - Shannon went to Rome?!
01:13:00 - Florida's coach keeps it real

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On the Thursday, February 19 episode of 520 in the Morning, Jeff Teague, DJ Wells, and B Hen react to the INSANE game between Arkansas and Alabama where Bama won in double overtime. Darius Acuff Jr. dropped 49 points for Arkansas, and the guys debate whether he has solidified himself as the top point guard in the country. The guys then react to Arizona getting a win over AJ Dybantsa and BYU, as well as Kyrie Irving announcing that he will sit for the rest of the NBA season, and make his return in 2026-27.

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Jason does his first scouting report on the 2026 NBA Draft, specifically debating whether Darryn Peterson of Kansas or AJ Dybantsa of BYU should be the number one overall pick. He breaks down the strengths and weaknesses of each player and also compares them as prospects to potential NBA rookie of the year, Cooper Flagg of the Dallas Mavericks.

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Nick Wright answers listener questions during a mailbag episode! Nick chooses which career he would take among Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, and Super Bowl champion Sam Darnold before diving into the most devastating play he's experienced as a Chiefs fan... and the answer might surprise you. Later, Nick creates Club Superstar for NFL players and breaks down where Jayson Tatum, Nikola Jokic, and SGA rank among the top 50 players of the last 50 years. Next, Nick creates a Mount Rushmore of international NBA players and answers whether he thinks Stephen A. Smith should be President. #Volume

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Jason breaks down the NBA Rookie of the Year race between Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg and Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel. He discusses the odds of each player winning the award before doing a thorough breakdown of the rookie season each player has had.

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On the Wednesday, February 18 episode of 520 in the Morning, Jeff Teague, DJ Wells, and B Hen debate whether LeBron James will go back to Cleveland this summer and finish his career with the Cavaliers in what would be the biggest retirement tour in NBA history. The guys then react to Chris Paul speaking out about his Clippers departure, and how his NBA career came to an abrupt end. Finally, the guys react to Mark Cuban saying that the NBA should embrace tanking rather than run from it, as well as react to the biggest games from around college basketball.

Timeline:
0:00 - MVP Award
8:00 - Cade is underrated
14:00 - Luka Doncic
25:00 - Kevin Durant burner account
29:00 - Superchat questions
33:00 - T.I. vs. 50 Cent
36:00 - Future vs. Kanye West
39:00 - Lamar Odom
42:00 - Cooper Flagg favorite for ROY
44:00 - Most Improved and 6th man
49:00 - NBA title odds
52:00 - Best performances of season
57:00 - Best trades
01:02:00 - College basketball highlights

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