Ryan Glasspiegel on NBA TOPICS

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit The greatest sports media podcast in all the land returns as Ryan and I get into some NBA heavy chatter, with a side of Roger Goodell’s Rooney rule defense. Enjoy! Topics include but aren’t limited to… * LeBron James’ likability in a golf video with Bob Does Sports and potential post-retirement renaissance. * Luka Dončić’s MVP case, improved conditioning, defense critiques, and discourse around Rachel Nichols. * Evolution of NBA MVP criteria from team success to individual stats, referencing Westbrook and Jokić. * Jaden Ivey’s release by the Chicago Bulls after erratic live streams criticizing NBA Pride events. * Conservative misinterpretations of NBA “wokeness” on Pride Month and player deference in the league. * Rising manic episodes among athletes on social media, linked to meds, weed, porn, and live streaming. * Puka Nacua’s rehab stint, potentially anti-Semitic remarks, and his elite performance despite issues. * Roger Goodell’s defense of the NFL’s Rooney Rule amid Florida AG’s legality challenge under Trump admin. * LeBron’s blunt quote dismissing playing for the Memphis Grizzlies and debates on small-market NBA viability.

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Ryan Glasspiegel on NBA TOPICS is an episode from House of Strauss by Ethan Strauss.

This episode is 18:19 long.

This episode was published on Apr 2, 2026.

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