Hypothetical Adventures in Sports History
53 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -Hypothetical Adventures in Sports History is the podcast that brings the "what if" to reality! Serge (@sergetacular) and Sam (@sammydsays) discuss on how one particular event could change the entire sports landscape as we know it!
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A Hypothetical Adventure in Kevin Durant NOT Going to the Warriors and Steph's Legacy
December 08, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MBKevin Durant shifted the entire landscape of the NBA in one Free Agency move. But while it did create a very temporary juggernaut, the impact of Durant's move impacted so much more than just this one stretch of a few years in the NBA. What did it mean for Golden State in the long term? Which team got hurt the most? What does it say about Steph's legacy? Shootaround: Football is back and the Eagles are Backup QB whisperers; we give the Chicago Bulls their flowers.
A Hypothetical Adventure in the NBA Not Implementing the One and Done Rule
November 24, 2021 17:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MBHow many of the 44 players that went straight to the NBA from High School can you name? Don't worry, we'll wait once you get past Kwame Brown. The NBA gave us a myriad of reasons for doing this, but the results were varied. The change forced a frantic alteration as to how college programs recruit, how potential recruits view their career development and eventually led to the NBA G-League team specifically for those wishing to forego college. But... what if we still allowed players to go stra...
A Hypothetical Adventure in Carmelo Anthony Staying WIth The Nuggets
November 10, 2021 17:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBCarmelo Anthony was always a curious case. The one of the "Big 4" who didn't join the Heatles, but instead chaced his bliss in New York. Carmelo never quite got a ring and never quite reached legend status for any one team (although, New York came close). The narrative on him has bounced up and down across the board with us once again ready to appreciate Melo Da Gawd. But what if he stayed in Denver? Shootaround: Nicola Jokic is getting as spicy as his Balkan blood allows, although he may n...
A Hypothetical Adventure in Joel Embiid Not Getting Hurt in the 2021 Playoffs
October 27, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MBWith the truncated 2020-2021 season it felt like it was the Brooklyn Nets against the field. And while the Nets came close, they ultimately lost out to the eventual champions. Meanwhile, on the other side of the bracket, one of the top 10 players in the League laboured through a 4-3 loss to the up-and-coming Atlanta Hawks, basically clearing the way for Giannis to secure his ring. How significant was Joel's injury to both harming the 76ers chances to go all the way and helping the Bucks over...
A Hypothetical Adventure in the NBA Giving Players Enough Time To Rest
June 18, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBIn the final episode of Season 2, Serge and Sam take a look at the season that was (and that wasn't in the NBA. With the League pushing aggressive dates for the games to come back, many players didn't get any rest and recovery days, resulting in one of the most injury heavy years in history. And despite LeBron James making it all about him, this had a heavy impact on the league as a whole. Shootaround: Checking in on the Euro 2020 (2021*); discussing the situation in Dallas (we might even m...
A Hypothetical Adventure in the Boston Celtics Fleecing the Brooklyn Nets
June 10, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBThe Brooklyn Nets needed to make a splash. Despite moving to New York and working to acquire the likes of Deron Williams, they were still the Knicks little brother. So, in the only recorded moment in history when Danny Ainge actually pulled a trigger on a trade that made sense, the Nets rolled up a veritable cache of assets to Boston for the likes of Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce and Jason Terry. This was a trade that we're still seeing the impact of now, both with how the Celtics were able to ...
A Hypothetical Adventure in the NBA Keeping the Five Game First Round Playoff Format
May 27, 2021 12:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MBOnce upon a time, the NBA had a shorter first-round. This meant that we could skip the inevitable beatdown of lower seeds AND simultaneously increase the chances of an upset. It was perfectly balanced like all things should be. Then, for some reason (MONEY), the NBA introduced the best of seven format to the first round. So here we are, revisiting the good times. Shootaround: Coming off the #EuropaLeague Final shootout; taking a look at ongoing NBA Playoffs and Kyrie Irving's comments.
A Hypothetical Adventure in the Seattle Supersonics staying in Seattle
May 19, 2021 12:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBOh what could have been. Kevin Durant? Russell Westbrook? An ownership willing to pay James Harden to stay? As Seattle gets an NHL expansion team, we revisit the delight that were the Supersonics (seriously, Serge is a huge fan). Why did the team leave? Is it in a better place? Does staying in Seattle change literally anything for the NBA? Join us as we reminisce about the Sonics, talk about what potential owners could have saved the franchise and why fanbases matter. Shootaround: There's o...
A Hypothetical Adventure in the European Super League
May 13, 2021 12:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBFootball (soccer) as we know it almost came to an end last month. The European Super League seems like a fever dream at this point, but with three teams still clinging to the dream (Serie A is seriously considering clamping Juventus) we revisit the moment that almost destroyed football as we know it. Shootaround: Russ sets the record; Wizards can be a Play-In problem; Is Kyle Lowry going to take a cut to stay in Toronto or fight for a ring?
A Hypothetical Adventure in Reliving the Russell Westbrook NBA Season
May 06, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MBIn 2017, Russell Westbrook appeared to have broken the game of basketball. After Kevin Durant departed for Golden State, Westbrook went weapons-grade and delivered what can only be described as statistically one of the best seasons of all time. We rewarded him with an MVP for his efforts and Houston bestowed a 1-4 Playoff exist. Did that year break the game? Did it change how we view basketball? Do stats even matter anymore in the modern NBA when anyone can go off for 35 on any given night? ...
A Hypothetical Adventure in the 2017 NFL Draft QBs
April 28, 2021 12:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBWe all know Patrick Mahomes II. The one-man show on turf so electrifying that we talk about him with the same reverence basketball fans do about Steph Curry. The man who creates sheer moments of "what did he just do" fairly regularly. We also know Deshaun Watson (perhaps lately for all the wrong reasons), mostly as a victim of terrible team management but also a very good quarterback. We also know Mitch Turbinsky as... well, we know Mitch. For this episode, we shuffle up the 2017 NFL draft a...
A Hypothetical Adventure in Derrick Rose Having a Healthy Career in the NBA
April 21, 2021 12:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBDerrick Rose simply exploded onto the scene his rookie year and didn't stop. He was a menace. He was a destructive presence in the best possible way. He was the tip of the re-emerging Chicago Bulls spear. The hope to challenge the Miami Heat dynasty emerging at the same time. But then, he tore his ACL. And while the Rose fandom has had a resurgence, we've consistently been left to wander as to what more he had to give had he stayed healthy. So, here we are, revisiting this. Shootaround: Ser...
A Hypothetical Adventure in the Alternatives to NBA Player Development
April 14, 2021 12:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBThe NBA has had a lot of changes as to how they develop their talent. In the past, they bucked under NCAA, to introduce the one-and-done rule. But is anything the NBA doing actually in the best interest of its young talent? What needs change? What is working? How can we take care of promising young players without the NCAA, or can we even? Shootaround: The NCAA is done and none of your brackets were good. Will the MLB see repercussions of the Texas 40,000 home opener? Is Julian Edelman a HO...
A Hypothetical Adventure in Removing the Corner Three
April 01, 2021 12:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBThe NBA has changed. Some for the best, some depends on who you ask. Serge once again takes out his soapbox and talks about the "three-point revolution," and the corner three in particular. How did it impact the game? How do the analytics? The NBA has been one of the most active sports when it comes to introducing changes. And so here we are, talking about how the game has changed. Shootaround: The NBA trade deadline has come and gone and Kyle Lowry is still a Raptor. The MLB is coming back...
A Hypothetical Adventure in the NBA Trade Deadline
March 24, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBIt's not what you think. Rather than think up scenarios for where players can go, we talk through the entire premise of a trade deadline. We offer some alternatives, explore how other leagues do it and briefly imagine a world without a trade deadline. Shootaround: The NBA is facing an injury crisis, which means they maybe haven't planned all that well for the restart. Joe Flacco joins the Eagles which means Serge is sad.
A Hypothetical Adventure in Putting NBA Players in Different Eras
March 19, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBThe "how would this player do in the 90s" debate is as old as time (or at least as the 90s). It's the favourite pastime of NBA Twitter sometimes so we figured we'd get in on the fun. Serge and Sam pick a few players from both past and present and try to theorize how they would fit into a different era. Fair warning to Trae Young fans, you may not enjoy this. Shootaround: Covid hair is a thing now. We're hoping for illegal haircuts soon. The NBA Trade Deadline may be a snooze. Bill Belichic...
A Hypothetical Adventure in Kevin Garnett and Tim Duncan Trading Places
March 10, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBTwo of the best power forwards of all time have to be mentioned in the same breath. While Tim Duncan was the cornerstone of a Spurs Dynasty, Garnett had to oversee a meddling Minnesota team before eventually shipping out to Boston to get his Championship recognition. But what if they switched places? It is truly a wacky question to look at, assess the legacy and impact of both and explore. A little bit of a different vibe this episode. Shootaround: Was the NBA All-Star Game worth it? How go...
A Hypothetical Adventure in Shaquille O'Neal staying with the Orlando Magic
March 03, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBShaq and Penny were once on a brink of a dynasty. One of the most dominant bigs to ever play the game and a guard who drew comparisons to Magic Johnson. They made the NBA Finals and the Eastern Conference Finals after that. The future seemed bright, until Shaq left Orlando for the star power of Los Angeles. But what if Shaq chose to stay and build on what he had with the young co-star in Penny? Would Penny's knees hold up? Would they dethrone the Bulls or simply be the next in line? It's one...
A Hypothetical Adventure in Steve Nash re-signing with the Dallas Mavericks in 2004
February 24, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBSteve Nash and Dirk Nowitzki were the best of friends and the best of teammates. But in the summer of 2004, the owner of the Mavericks Mark Cuban decided that he'd rather spend money on Erick Dampier and continue paying Antoine Walker than resign Steve Nash. The rest is history. Nash and Nowitzki, both won MVPs (some deserved, some not so much) and stamped their mark on the game of basketball. Dirk even managed to squeeze out a championship when Rick Carlisle bamboozled one of the greatest N...
A Hypothetical Adventure in the NBA Bubble Not Taking Place (And the Season Resuming as Normal)
February 17, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MBOkay, it's not that far-fetched to imagine a world where the U.S. didn't shut down in the face of a global pandemic and choosing to go on "life as usual"... So it's not really THAT hard to imagine the NBA just going on if Rudy Gobert doesn't get Covid early into the pandemic. We'd like to imagine a world without Covid however, where the NBA would go on through last season to its rightful conclusion. What changed? What teams benefited? Which teams suffered? Did it impact the current NBA seaso...
A Hypothetical Adventure in the Tom Brady free agency
February 10, 2021 14:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MBYes, we are doing this again. We are talking Tom Brady for another Football Episode. Can you blame us? We really just want to continue giving you that Superb Owl content (bonus points if you get the reference). This week, Sam and Serge break down various destinations that were rumored as Tom Brady mulled his free agency decision. Eventually, he ended up with the Buccaneers and the rest is history. But what other teams were on the table? Was Tom Brady the potential successor to Drew Brees und...
A Hypothetical Adventure in every NBA player being in their prime
February 03, 2021 17:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBA slight departure from our usual format, Serge and Sam take a look at current NBA roster and ask a simple question. What if each player in the NBA was currently in their prime? Does that change a lot? Will some team suddenly become contenders? Who will disappear from the playoff picture? And what does it say overall about our sports science and player longevity. Shootaround: As the Superbowl looms, we talk predictions, the improbability of this season even happening and everything else Br...
A Hypothetical Adventure in the 2000 NFL Draft (what if Tom Brady got drafted before he fell to the Patriots)
January 27, 2021 13:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBLook, we'll be honest with you. There's a lot we can talk about here, but one of the primary motivators on this was to make fun of the NFL Draft and for Serge to make the Italian hand gestures (you'll know when you hear it). We take a look at the ageless wonder that is Thomas Edward Patrick Brady Jr. (!!!) as he heads to his 10th Superbowl. We consider all the other QBs taken before him and what could have been if he landed on say... the 49ers throwing to Terrell Owens and Jerry Rice. Shoo...
A Hypothetical Adventure in Kobe Bryant getting traded to the Detroit Pistons
January 13, 2021 13:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBIn the summer of 2007, coming off some of the worst stretch of his career with the Lakers, Kobe Bryant demanded a trade. One likely destination? The Detroit Pistons, the same team that beat the breaks off the Lakers in 2004, ending a dynasty. The proposed package included variations of Tayshaun Prince, Rip Hamilton, Jason Maxiell, Amir Johnson, and some sort of combination of picks. Obviously, the trade never happened and Kobe retired a Laker legend, but what would we say about his legacy if...
A Hypothetical Adventure in Drazen Petrovic Making it Past 28
December 10, 2020 13:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBThis is admittedly one of our sadder episodes. Admittedly even sadder that it's our 28th Episode. Before European players became a mainstay in the NBA, Drazen Petrovic was destined to be the one to shatter the Oceanic divide and become a star. Drafted by the Blazers, joining the Nets and on a trajectory to become the greatest shooter in NBA history, he tragically lost his life in a car accident in Europe. Today, we remember a career that was and that could have been. The Shootaround: Is Jam...
A Hypothetical Adventure in Cristiano Ronaldo joining Arsenal instead of Man Utd.
December 02, 2020 13:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBCristiano Ronaldo is one of the most known names in football (that's soccer for the uneducated)... But once upon a time, when he was just a promising young prospect, Arsenal had the inside track on signing him. Instead, he ended up in Manchester and the rest is history. But what if Arsenal managed to close the deal. Shootaround: Danny Ainge may be the greatest GM in the world. Or Not. The NBA may be coming back and the Eagles are still not a football team.
A Hypothetical Adventure in Alex Rodriguez being traded to the Boston Red Sox in 2003
November 25, 2020 14:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBIn a departure for the pod, we take a look at a different sport all together and explore what may be the fiercest rivalry in North America. Sam puts on his professor glasses and explains baseball to Serge. In 2003, the Seattle Mariners almost traded Alex Rodriguez, potentially the best player in baseball at the time, to the Boston Red Sox. If the move held, what impact would this have on the Sox - Yankees rivalry? Would Boston go on to build an even more impactful Dynasty? Would the Yankees,...
A Hypothetical Adventure in Eli Manning staying with the San Diego Chargers
November 20, 2020 19:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBEditor's Note: Because Serge is an idiot, this podcast was supposed to be uploaded on Wednesday, Nov 19th, but it is here now. Please enjoy. Eli Manning was drafted by the San Diego chargers, hoping for a little bit of that hereditary "Manning Magic." Instead, they ended up trading him to the New York Giants for Philip Rivers. Two Superbowl wins later, Manning is a New York legend? That's a hard thing to quantify because he mostly had a somewhat run of the mill career in the NFL, punctuate...
A Hypothetical Adventure in the Oklahoma City Thunder not trading James Harden
November 12, 2020 13:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MBIn this episode, we bravely go where millions of Twitter users (and Bill Simmons) have gone before. The Oklahoma City Thunder decided to trade James Harden and break up the combination of Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, James Harden, and Serge Ibaka fresh of a trip to the NBA Finals. Despite the team's future being bright, the Thunder made that they can maintain their success with three instead of four. They never made the finals again while also losing, Ibaka, Durant, and eventually Westbr...
A Hypothetical Adventure in Michael Vick not getting suspended
October 28, 2020 12:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBWhen Michael Vick was suspended from the NFL for dogfighting. He was just entering his prime, breaking video games, and had people excited for what's to come. And then, he threw it all away. To be clear, we're not here hypothesizing "what if the NFL let this one slide," the punishment was well deserved. We simply consider the career Michael Vick had otherwise had he not carried out his transgressions. Shootaround: No sports something something makes us a little bored. We talk a bit about t...
A Hypothetical Adventure in the Toronto Raptors NOT trading for Kawhi Leonard w/ Kelsea O'Brien
October 21, 2020 15:00 - 55 minutes - 38.5 MBThe trade that lead to the 'chip. In the summer of 2018, after getting stopped by LeBron (or other teams) for a few years and counting, the Toronto Raptors made a move. They gave up DeMar DeRozan, Jakob Poeltl and a first-round pick to bring Kawhi Leonard and Danny Green to Toronto. Playing on a basically one-year lease and heavy "load management" with their new star, the Raptors had a strong regular season and followed that up by a memorable Championship run. A moment forever engraved in ci...
A Hypothetical Adventure in Carson Wentz not getting injured during the Eagles Championship Season
October 14, 2020 12:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MBDuring the 2017/18 season, Carson Wentz was coming into his own. In his second season, he was putting up elite numbers and leading a Superbowl favorite Eagles team to what seemed like an inevitable run. When Carson Wentz went down, everyone thought the Dream was dead. In steps Nick Foles and leads Philadelphia to the win. But what if Carson Wentz got to finish what he started? Shootaround: Sports are almost coming to an end and we face another reality where we have nothing to watch (you st...
A Hypothetical Adventure in Pat Riley coaching the Heatles
October 08, 2020 23:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBWhen LeBron James joined the Miami Heat, expectations where high. They expected to win not one, not two, not three, not four... you know the story. So when one of the most talented teams in history lost to the geriatric Dallas Mavericks, everyone was ready to point fingers. Ultimately, Pat Riley trusted his coach and let him lead the Heat to the next two Finals. But what if Pat repeated history and displayed his coach to take the reigns like he did in 2005? Shootaround: Football is finally...
A Hypothetical Adventure in the Miami Dolphins clearing the Drew Brees physical in 2006.
September 30, 2020 12:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MBIn 2006, the Miami Dolphins had a shot at singing Drew Brees coming off a shoulder injury and released by the San Diego Chargers. After the physical, the Dolphins decided to go with Daunte Culpepper instead, allowing the New Orleans Saints to sign their franchise QB. The rest is history. But what if the Dolphins took the risk? Shootaround: The NBA Finals are here and boy do we have some thoughts? Are this year's Heat just the 2004 Detroit Pistons? Let's find out. Serge continues to pretend...
A Hypothetical Adventure in the Philadelphia 76ers keeping Jimmy Butler
September 23, 2020 14:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBBryan Colangelo inherited a team on track for sure success from Sam Hinkie and then proceeded to tear down the most idiot proof plan in the NBA. When Elton Brand took over as the new GM he was under pressure to deliver the success that eluded Philly so far. He moved key pieces of Robert Covington and Dario Saric to get Jimmy Butler from Minnesota only to let him go at the end of the season for Josh Richardson (so he basically traded Covington and assets for another version of Covington). But...
A Hypothetical Adventure in NFL having normal overtime rules
September 17, 2020 14:00 - 48 minutes - 33.7 MBThe NFL always had a confusing approach to overtime. Sure, you can't ask grown men to keep hitting each other for an undisclosed amount of time, but what's the current alternative? Just having the results of very competitive games decided by a coin flip like its Vegas? There should be some sort of a buffer on this. We relive some of the moments decided by a fateful flip on this episode. Shootaround: Serge and Sam sit and commiserate about the Toronto Raptors while discovering their newfound...
A Real Adventure in the NBA Strike
September 04, 2020 12:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBLast week, the NBA players effectively went on strike, shutting down play for three days in protest of ongoing police violence against Black people in the United States. With the Milwaukee Bucks deciding to miss their game against the Orlando Magic, the NBA players put the rest of the world on notice. What does it mean for athletes to use their platform for activism and what can we do to show our support. On this episode, we take a break from hypotheticals and have a very real discussions ab...
A Hypothetical Adventure in Steve Francis not rejecting the Vancouver Grizzlies
August 20, 2020 12:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBIn the 1999 NBA Draft, the Vancouver Grizzlies selected Steve Francis. Unfortunately for them, Steve decided he didn't want to play in Vancouver. Instead, they had to trade him for... literally no one, and a year later the Grizzlies were out of Vancouver and playing in Memphis. But what would have happened if Steve Francis stayed in Vancouver. Shootaround: The NBA Playoffs are on and we couldn't be happier.
A Hypothetical Adventure in Drew Bledsoe not getting an injury in 2001
August 13, 2020 12:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBIn 2001, Drew Bledsoe went down during the New York Jets in the second game of the NFL regular season. This opened the door for the QB who was the 199th pick from the 2000 draft. What happened next is history. Tom Brady went on to win six Superbowls, including one in his first year as a starter. He became a legend and possibly the greatest of all time. But what if Bledsoe never hurt himself on that play? Shootaround: Serge shares his aspiration to be an elderly YMCA hooper, we talk about th...
A Hypothetical Adventure in the NBA 2019/20 Season never pausing due to Covid-19
August 06, 2020 12:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBAs a global pandemic wreaked havoc around the world, all sports came to a halt. But what if we made it through the pandemic and sports never had to pause? We investigate what we think would happen in the season if it never took a break. Shootaround: The NBA is back and we're extremely happy to talk to you about meaningful basketball.
A Hypothetical Adventure in Terrell Owens staying with the Philadelphia Eagles
July 30, 2020 12:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MBWhen Terrell Owens joined forces with the Philadelphia Eagles and Donovan McNabb, it was supposed to be the beginning of a promising offense. The Eagles made the Superbowl that year and only lost to the New England Patriots by 3 points. But a feud with the Quarterback drove the star wide receiver out of town and to the divisional rivals a year later. What if they were able to squash their beef and stay together? Shootaround: MLB is back and already falling apart while the other leagues are ...
A Hypothetical Adventure in not losing Brandon Roy to a career ending injury
July 23, 2020 12:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MBOnce upon a time, the Portland Trail Blazers traded the rights to Randy Foye for Brandon Roy, and for a while, it looked like a had a rising star on their hands. A two-way scoring guard with a smooth shot, an ability to come up in the clutch, and every single skill needed to succeed in the league. And then injuries happen. This year, we take a trip to Portland and imagine a world with a healthy Brandon Roy. Shootaround: The MLB is coming back but it sounds like they very much didn't think ...
A Hypothetical Adventure in the San Francisco 49ers picking Aaron Rodgers with the 1st overall pick
July 16, 2020 12:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MBIs Alex Smith just a definition of a mediocre quarterback? At least Sam seems to think so. In this episode, we revisit how the landscape of the NFL would change if the 49ers took a risk on a less proven, but still as exciting, college prospect. Does Aaron Rodgers have the same legacy? What happens to Green Bay? This and more... The Shootaround: We talk about the importance of wearing a facemask, whether or not the NBA is on the right track and if any major sports league is actually equipped...
A Hypothetical Adventure in the Detroit Pistons selecting Carmelo Anthony second overall in the 2003 NBA Draft
July 09, 2020 14:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBThe 2003 NBA Draft was one of the most talent-laden drafts in the history of the League. Multiple championships, MVPs, Finals MVPs and All-Stars shook the commissioner's hand on that night and found new life on their teams. But one pick will always stand out. With the second overall pick, the Detroit Pistons selected Darko Milicic, letting players like Carmelo Anthony, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh slide. What if they smartened up and took Melo? Extra: Serge has an interesting week with fans ...
A Hypothetical Adventure in the NFL overturning the Dez Bryant catch vs Green Bay in 2014
June 25, 2020 12:00 - 46 minutes - 31.6 MBThe NFL has a long and complicated history with the self-interpretation of their own rules. This has led to a variety of game-deciding moments. In 2014, the Dallas Cowboys were having one of their best seasons in a decade on the back of an incredible offense. What would happen if it all didn't come crashing down based a single play review call? Extras: soccer is back, and Serge welcomes Sam to a life of misery that is being an Arsenal fan. The NBA's return hits a few snags. The boys talk p...
A Hypothetical Adventure in Tracy McGrady staying with the Toronto Raptors
June 18, 2020 12:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBAt one point, the Toronto Raptors had both Tracy McGrady and Vince Carter on their team heading towards their prime... Then T-Mac left to Orlando and neither player has been able to vault their team to the pinnacle of the NBA. But what if the Raptors ended up keeping one of the most promising duos of the time together? On the side: The NBA is ready to return, but can the league pull off a safe way to resume play. Plus, other concerns emerge. Seattle has had it's own autonomous zone for a...
A Hypothetical Adventure in LeBron James Leaving Cleveland for the First Time
June 11, 2020 12:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBLast week, we felt that it wouldn't be appropriate for us to record a podcast. We're back this week, discussing everyone's role in what's happening in the world and our responsibility to do better. This episode, Serge and Sam discuss LeBron James' bizarre departure from Cleveland and his trip to South Beach. What would have happened if he had stayed? Would an aging Shaq and a few pieces be enough to get a ring? What does it mean for the rest of the League? We look at one of the most impact...
A Hypothetical Adventure in the Malice at the Palace
May 28, 2020 12:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBSerge and Sam talk about the possibility of the NBA's return, people congregating in parks in large numbers, and Sam's new business pitch involving... avocados? Malice at the Palace: In 2004 the NBA world was rocked when Ron Artest and Stephen Jackson rushed into the stands at the Palace of Auburn Hills for an altercation with the fans. This resulted in numerous suspensions, a litany of NBA rule changes and derailed a promising young Pacers team (plus 39-year-old Reggie Miller) just coming...
A Hypothetical Adventure in Peyton Manning staying with the Indianapolis Colts instead of going to the Broncos
May 21, 2020 12:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBIn this episode, Serge and Sam talk about the return of the Bundesliga, the ultimate Ludacris vs Nelly showdown and dive into Peyton Manning. After missing the entire 2011 season with a neck injury, Peyton Manning left Indianapolis Colts for the Denver Broncos. What followed was a there season resurgence run culminating in the Superbowl while the Colts groomed a young Andrew Luck to be the QB of the future. But what if Peyton never left...
A Hypothetical Adventure in the NBA Not Veto'ing the Chris Paul Trade to the Lakers
May 14, 2020 04:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBSerge and Sam dive into the NBA's decision to veto the New Orleans Pelicans sending Chris Paul to the Los Angeles Lakers. We talk about what it meant for the NBA and how it could have changed the legacies of Chris Paul, Kobe Bryant and even Dwight Howard.