Knicks Might be Cooked, Jokic Struggles vs. Thunder, Shedeur Sanders' Turnaround | 5.12
On today's episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones reacts to the NBA playoff semifinals and NFL rookie mini-camp beginning. Bo starts off the show by saying why the Cleveland Cavaliers can still win this series vs the Indiana Pacers despite being down 3-1 (3:08) and why there isn't any semifinals series he feels has been decided yet (8:44). Bo also predicts the Boston Celtics will win their series vs the New York Knicks after their Game 3 victory at Madison Square Garden (15:45). Bo rounds out his NBA talk by saying neither Nikola Jokic or Shai-Gilgeous Alexander have been playing like MVP candidates (26:08). Shifting gears to the NFL, Bo says why a different Shedeur Sanders showed up to Browns mini-camp (32:27) and that he will eventually start games for Cleveland this season (43:27). And finally, we have another round of If You Haven't Heard stories involving American breakfast potentially changing, what actually goes on at the Met Gala and the jury selection for the Diddy trial (44:10. Then Bomani listens to some voicemails about when a white guy shocked you on the basketball court. (51:58)
If You Haven't Heard Contributors:
Yasmin Tayag, staff writer at The Atlantic, "Breakfast Is Breaking"
https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2025/05/american-breakfast-eggs-tariffs/682700/
Carol Lee, beauty writer at The Cut, "What Actually Happens Inside the Met Gala?"
https://tinyurl.com/3hwkys8z
Victoria Bekiempis, courts/crime reporter for Vulture & other outlets, "How Jury Selection for Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’s Sex-Trafficking Trial Will Work"
https://tinyurl.com/48kyzkkn
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Celtics Collapse to Knicks, Steph Curry's Superpower, Nikola Jokic vs. Larry Bird | 5.9
On today’s episode, Vinnie Goodwill of Yahoo Sports joins Bomani Jones to recap some of the NBA Semifinals games. They start off the show shocked with the New York Knicks completing their second comeback in a row vs the Boston Celtics (0:46) which makes Bo and Vinnie question if Jayson Tatum is that guy (7:19)? Sticking with the Knicks vs Celtics series, they wonder if Joe Mazzulla is limiting Tatum's game (12:57) and why is there no alternative to shooting only 3 pointers (15:53)? Switching to the Indiana Pacers vs Cleveland Cavaliers series, Bo says why the Pacers had to have that game with the Cavs dealing with injuries (37:31) and that Tyrese Haliburton does not miss clutch shots (40:20). They round out the show by asking if the Oklahoma City Thunder are truly 40+ points better than the Denver Nuggets (46:01) and reminiscing on the legendary career of Larry Bird (48:33).
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59:35
Why Donald Trump & Nick Saban can't fix NIL, Bill Belichick won't succeed at UNC | 5.7
On today's episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones is joined by Spencer Hall, writer for the Channel 6 Newsletter and host of the Shutdown Fullcast, to discuss NIL legislation in College Football and Bill Belichick. But first the guys talk about why Spencer's super power is napping (2:22) and his high school classmates whose family members did time at Rikers Island (4:45). Bo and Spencer move onto the NIL problem in college after Nick Saban asked Donald Trump to fix the issue (10:45). Sticking with the NIL topic, they say why college boosters love paying top dollar for athletes (17:57) and why the NCAA will face another tough time in court (27:15). Next, Bo and Spencer break down the Bill Belichick saga by saying it's been an embarrassment so far at North Carolina (33:38) and that Belichick and GM Mike Lombardi will be learning their limitations real soon (38:07). They round out the show by making jokes about Jim Tressel enjoying Pam Grier (45:10) and why Uncle Baby Billy from Righteous Gemstones is very relatable (52:46).
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55:13
James Harden & Clippers lose again, Warriors & Steph Curry to face Anthony Edwards | 5.5
On today's episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones reacts to the end of the 1st round of the NBA playoffs. Bo starts off the show by saying he won't call anyone a "loser," but there is a strong correlation with James Harden and losing (2:43). Sticking with Harden, Bo says why big moments swallow him up (4:30) despite thinking he is a top 5 shooting guard of all-time (12:22). Bo transitions to previewing the 2nd round of the NBA playoffs where he says why he'd take Tyrese Haliburton over Donovan Mitchell (18:50) and why he believes the Oklahoma City Thunder will win the Western Conference (26:36). And finally, we have another round of If You Haven't Heard stories involving the demise of outdoor dining in NYC, why you've already met your best friend and why chicken breasts are now losing out to dark meat (32:44). Then Bomani listens to some voicemails about unexpected significant others showing up to a family event (42:18).
If You Haven't Heard Contributors:
Henry Grabar, staff writer at Slate, "How Did New York Kill the Best Thing to Come Out of the Pandemic So Completely?"
https://slate.com/business/2025/04/outdoor-dining-new-york-city-why-over.html?pay=1746457654245&support_journalism=please
Faith Hill, staff writer at The Atlantic, "You’ve Probably Already Met Your Next Best Friend"
https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2025/04/friendship-start-ups-success/682518/
Sarah Zhang, staff writer at The Atlantic, "The End of Chicken-Breast Dominance"
https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2025/04/chicken-thighs/682612/
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Foxworth Friday: Lakers Eliminated, LeBron's Future, More Bill Belichick Drama | 5.2
Bomani Jones is joined by Domonique Foxworth for another edition of Foxworth Friday. On today’s episode, the guys start off by talking about the Los Angeles Lakers being eliminated by the Minnesota Timberwolves and if Nico Harrison looks a little better now that Luka Doncic is sent home (3:12). They move onto the Miami Heat and if they're capable of rebuilding with 80 year old Pat Riley (11:32). Bo questions if JJ Redick is built to be the coach of the Lakers (17:10) and what would happen if LeBron James opts out of his contract (26:29)? After some talk about the harsh conditions of mining (42:16), the show rounds out with Bo and Domonique recapping the latest drama with Bill Belichick and his girlfriend Jordon Hudson (49:32).
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Bomani Jones weighs in on sports, pop culture, social topics and more, with your comments on Mondays, friends of the show on Wednesdays and Domonique Foxworth on Fridays.