SVP and Stanford Steve break down an unforgettable NBA Finals - celebrating the Oklahoma City Thunder’s first-ever championship and a historic season led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. They reflect on the emotional impact of Tyrese Haliburton’s Game 7 injury, ask what’s next for the Pacers, and debate whether these star injuries can be prevented. Plus, SVP’s thoughts on fixing air travel and the lost art of a normal handshake. | SVPod
0:00 Intro
1:00 NBA Finals Recap: Thunder capture their first NBA title
6:17 The injury that changed everything
10:38 How the Thunder seized the moment in Game 7
13:14 Where do the Pacers go from here?
16:27 Appreciating the Pacers and Thunder historic playoff run
20:30 Are these star injuries preventable?
22:06 The historical season for SGA & crew
26:40 The current state of commercial air travel
34:18 The art of the handshake
37:11 Are grapes the most consistent fruit?
42:12 The beach adventures of SVP
48:52 Coastal Carolina coach ejected from CWS finals vs. LSU
55:56 Padres, Dodgers get chippy
1:01:56 Baton Rouge is built different
1:04:22 Katie Ledecky’s Stanford commencement speech
1:18:39 Thanks for watching
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1:25:33
Chirped at The Shack
SVP and Stanford Steve break down the US Open from all angles and touch on the NBA & Stanley Cup Finals. JJ Spaun was sensational on the back nine and deserved to win. But first, the guys discuss whether or not Sam Burns should have gotten standing water relief, and later talk about Rory McIlroy's odd attitude as of late. Plus, what to expect in Game 5 of the NBA Finals, and SVP shares why he is very confident Florida will beat Edmonton in six. | SVPod
(0:00) Intro
(1:05) Sam Burns should have gotten relief…
(8:50) What a finish by JJ Spaun
(14:35) Thoughts on Oakmont
(18:50) More US Open recap
(22:53) Showing the ‘08 US Open during the delay was awesome
(30:56) Gordo stays 0-fer on the double hammers
(34:56) Rory’s behavior is baffling
(41:27) The Finals have been great
(51:24) Panthers in 6?
(54:21) Coastal baseball is a wagon
(58:07) Steve’s daughter had an unbelievable meet
(1:03:00) Grilling has changed a lot
(1:07:00) SC Top 10 got it wrong
(1:08:08) Steve’s sneaker count is in
(1:12:50) Thanks for watching
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1:20:31
Plane Talk & Double Hammers
SVP and Stanford Steve discuss the latest in the NBA Finals, breaking down the Oklahoma City Thunder’s win over the Indiana Pacers in game two and more. Does Indiana need MORE from Tyrese Haliburton? How will they be able to slow down Shai Gilgeous-Alexander? Plus, a brief update on the Stanley Cup Finals, plane talk conversations, and the guys give a full preview of the US Open with Gordo. Gordo gives his picks, single hammers and double hammers which will certainly hit… right? | SVPod
(0:00) Intro
(1:54) Game two reaction
(7:38) Finals logo should be on the floor
(12:46) More game two recap
(15:29) OKC recap
(20:22) Plane talk: Why are clouds bumpy?
(24:10) Stanley Cup Finals update
(26:18) Plane talk: Thoughts on tomato juice
(30:18) Final word on The Finals
(35:00) Thanks to the Nationals
(39:56) Swim szn happenings
(46:32) How many sneakers does Steve own?
(49:23) Plane talk: Sporting goods stores are elite
(54:31) Gordo joins the show!
(58:32) Gordo’s bets
(1:05:25) Single hammers & FRLs
(1:10:15) DOUBLE HAMMERS
(1:14:12) Gordo Mailbag!
(1:21:25) Thanks for watching
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1:31:34
Drawer Full of 'Quin
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve preview the NBA Finals. Are the Indiana Pacers being DISRESPECTED?!? Will the Oklahoma City Thunder ROLL like the books suggest? The guys look at the top storylines and also give a preview of the Stanley Cup Finals. Will the Panthers repeat and beat the Oilers? SVP makes his pick. Finally, the guys check-in on the MLB and college baseball tournament, and SVP reveals his Vilebrequin addiction. | SVPod
(0:00) Intro
(3:30) The college baseball tourney is WILD
(4:38) Shoutout to the Jags
(7:04) Steve made it through solo dad week!
(11:55) NBA Finals preview
(28:50) Stanley Cup Finals preview
(37:50) The Rockies-Scheffler stat…
(41:25) MLB check-in
(46:49) Scottie keeps dominating
(54:12) College baseball tourney check-in
(1:04:50) Trunks are getting too short
(1:07:10) SVP’s obsession with Vilebrequin
(1:17:20) Thanks for watching
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1:24:30
Sprouts at the Teet
SVP and Stanford Steve break down the latest in the NBA and Stanley Cup playoffs and more. Who has a better chance at winning their respective series: the Knicks or the Stars? The guys share their reactions to the Thunder’s game 4 win and discuss who they would rather have leading their team moving forward: SGA or Anthony Edwards. Also, the guys talk about the Canes’ game four win over Florida, the college baseball bracket, Steve’s upcoming week riding solo as a parent and more. | SVPod
(0:00) Intro
(4:15) Steve’s riding solo this week
(20:58) Who has a better chance: Stars or Knicks?
(23:02) NYK-IND Game 3 reaction
(28:42) OKC’s dynasty potential + game 4 reaction
(37:42) Ant vs. SGA: Who ya got?
(44:10) Canes finally win a game in the conf finals
(48:25) Steve’s FED UP with Shohei
(52:09) The problem with baseball scheduling
(55:29) When does summer start?
(58:59) SVP lost at the Emmys again
(1:04:09) iShop app isn’t great
(1:06:43) Upcoming plans
(1:08:36) College baseball tourney is WIDE open
(1:10:30) Thanks for watching
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Scott Van Pelt, the popular SportsCenter anchor, hosts a weekly show that will include long-form interviews, commentary, and expanded takes on his "One Big Thing" segment on SportsCenter. SVP will take deep dives with guests and topics in an entertaining way that only he can. Stanford Steve, producer of SVP's SportsCenter, turned partner, will be involved, as always.
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