Episode Appearances
First Take · Apr 16, 2026
Hour 2: What Does Kawhi Leonard's Future Hold?
“Referenced historically for load management practices; current decision to rest Wembanyama debated”
Kawhi Leonard contract extension decisionClippers playoff performance and future directionJalen Brunson championship viability
View AnalysisFirst Take · Mar 31, 2026
Hour 2: Better Case for MVP: SGA or Wemby?
“Legendary coach referenced for honoring mentor Larry Brown; example of coaching profession significance”
NBA MVP Race: SGA vs WembanyamaCoach of the Year Award SignificancePlayer Social Media Conduct and Brand Alignment
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The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 12, 2026
Hour 2 – Chris Mannix, Who Cares about the NBA All-Star Game?
“San Antonio Spurs coach pioneered load management strategy with Tim Duncan rest practices”
NBA Tanking and Competitive IntegrityLoad Management Strategy and ImplementationAll-Star Game Format and Engagement
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Stugotz and Company · Feb 11, 2026
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“Spurs coach credited as grandfather of tanking and load management in NBA history”
NBA Tanking Strategies and Competitive IntegrityLoad Management and Fourth-Quarter Benching PracticesDraft Lottery System Design and Incentive Structures
View AnalysisThe Dan Patrick Show · Feb 11, 2026
Hour 2 - The NBA's Tanking Problem, Jason Garrett
“San Antonio Spurs coach referenced for prioritizing rest and championship goals over regular season standings”
Super Bowl LIX Game Analysis - Patriots vs SeahawksOffensive Line Protection Strategies in FootballIn-Game Coaching Adjustments and Flexibility
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