The Odd Couple With Chris Broussard & Rob Parker

Rob and Kelvin discuss whether it’s fair to say that MLB is more popular than the NBA now, and explain the real reason why LeBron James can’t be an NBA owner. Plus, FOX Sports Radio NBA insider Mark Medina swings by to discuss the surging Los Angeles Lakers, the scuffling Denver Nuggets, the case for and against leaguewide expansion, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin debate whether Luka Doncic deserves NBA MVP consideration, and tell us if it’s fair to call Shai Gilgeous-Alexander one of the villains of the NBA. Plus, NCAA national champion and ACC Network analyst Joel Berry II swings by to discuss the Hubert Davis era at North Carolina, the perception that young players struggle in March Madness more than veterans, which teams are most likely to win the NCAA Tournament, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin tell us why the one-and-done format is what makes the NCAA Tournament so special, explain why Jim Boeheim was wrong for saying it would be ‘stupid’ for Syracuse to explore hiring a coach from outside the family, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob's nightly bets. Plus, USA Today MLB columnist Bob Nightengale swings by to discuss the World Baseball Classic television ratings, why foreign-born players hold the WBC in  higher regards than the World Series, whether the Los Angeles Dodgers can three-peat as World Series Champions, the narratives surrounding Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin debate whether Cade Cunningham’s lung injury has all but eliminated the Detroit Pistons from championship contention, and explain why the bad vibes surrounding the Houston Rockets are par for the course from a Kevin Durant-led team. Plus, the Odd Couple Crew discuss the idea of watching sports with strangers in this week’s edition of Shop Talk.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin explain why Matt Leinart is totally justified for never allowing USC to un-retire his #11 jersey, and tell us why North Carolina basketball coach Hubert Davis has to get fired following his latest NCAA Tournament meltdown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin tell us why the one-and-done format is what makes the NCAA Tournament so special, debate whether Cade Cunningham’s lung injury has all but eliminated the Detroit Pistons from championship contention, and explain why Matt Leinart is totally justified for never allowing USC to un-retire his #11 jersey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin tell us why Aaron Judge is being unfairly criticized for Team USA losing in the World Baseball Classic, explain why they’d still rather take Judge over Bryce Harper moving forward, debate whether Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks are headed for a divorce, share a quick thought on the WNBA’s new CBA agreement, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin take a deep dive into Kenyon Martin’s viral moment where he publicly condemned one of his show producers for making fun of him on social media before the two ever met. Plus, the Odd Couple Crew debates hot weather must-haves in this week’s edition of One’s Gotta Go.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin debate whether the emotional outburst from the Venezuelan players proves that the World Baseball Classic matters more to other countries than it does to the USA. Plus, CBS Sports national baseball reporter Julian McWilliams swings by to discuss all the fallout from the WBC and all the biggest headlines as we approach MLB Opening Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin tell us why Aaron Judge is being unfairly criticized for Team USA losing in the World Baseball Classic, take a deep dive into Kenyon Martin’s viral moment where he publicly condemned one of his show producers for making fun of him on social media before the two ever met, and debate whether the emotional outburst from the Venezuelan players proves that the World Baseball Classic matters more to other countries than it does to the USA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob Parker & Kelvin Washington debate whether Japan losing before reaching the WBC Championship Final against the United States damages the interest in the tournament, Ephraim Salaam joins the show to talk the latest out of the NFL, another edition of Shekel City, how today’s NFL trade effects one newly signed QB, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob & Kelvin debate if the suddenly hot Lakers are filet or bologna with LeBron James taking the role of a third option, Rashad Philips joins the show, another edition of Trash Talkin’ Tuesday, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob & Kelvin discuss whether or not the end is near for Warriors PG Steph Curry & if he’ll finish his career playing only for Golden State, Fox Sports NBA analyst Antonio Daniels stops by for the latest out of the association, Last Call, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob & Kelvin debate the WBC finals appeal without Japan, Rashad Philips stops by, and Antonio Daniels joins the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin tell us why they have a big problem with the way the Dominican Republic players conducted themselves after they got eliminated in the World Baseball Classic, discuss whether the ABS system would have prevented such a controversial ending to the DR-USA game, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob's nightly bets. Plus, FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Ric Bucher swings by to discuss the San Antonio Spurs' championship ceiling, how big of a threat the Los Angeles Lakers are to win the Western Conference, the Detroit Pistons' recent swoon, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin explain why no player from this vaunted freshman class will wind up cutting down the nets during the upcoming NCAA Tournament, and debate whether Aaron Judge was wrong to say that the crowds at the World Baseball Classic are bigger and better than World Series crowds. Plus, 3x World Series champion Jim Leyritz swings by to discuss the controversial ending to the USA-Dominican Republic game in the WBC, why a work stoppage could be a death knell to MLB, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin tell us why they have a big problem with the way the Dominican Republic players conducted themselves after they got eliminated in the World Baseball Classic, debate whether Aaron Judge was wrong to say that the crowds at the World Baseball Classic are bigger and better than World Series crowds, and argue whether Andy Reid is capable of salvaging Justin Fields as an NFL quarterback.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin debate whether Andy Reid is capable of salvaging Justin Fields as an NFL quarterback, and tell us why the NBA should focus more on contraction than expansion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why the Los Angeles Lakers' thrilling overtime win over the Denver Nuggets on Saturday night has him believing that the Purple & Gold can make a run to the NBA Finals, how LeBron James has reinvnented himself as an overqualified role player alongside Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, why it's clear now more than ever that Charles Barkley is nothing more than a hater, whether Duke super freshman Cameron Boozer is capable of carrying the Blue Devils deep into the NCAA Tournament, and why J-Mac is a big believer is building out as many March Madness brackets as possible.  #OddCouple Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin debate whether Julio Rodriguez was out of bounds for saying he would rather win the World Baseball Classic than a World Series championship, tell us if we can expect that LeBron James would still be willing to sacrifice touches in the postseason, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.