Segment 1: What's Next for the Lakers' Head Coach Search After Dan Hurley's Rejection?
TJ evaluates the current situation of the Los Angeles Lakers after top candidate Dan Hurley turned down their head coaching vacancy. What went wrong in the Lakers' pursuit of Hurley? TJ breaks down the state of the prestigious franchise and explores what’s next in their search for a new head coach. Get insider insights on the remaining candidates and expert commentary on the future of the Lakers.

Segment 2: Should Caitlin Clark Have Made Team USA?
TJ delves into the surprising omission of Caitlin Clark from the Team USA women's basketball roster. Should the team have included Clark to help grow the game? TJ explores the implications for both the team and Clark herself, who now has a rare opportunity for some well-deserved rest after an intense year of college basketball, a deep run in March Madness, and the start of her rookie season in the WNBA.

Segment 3: Panthers' Game 2 Victory and Evan Rodrigues' Rise
TJ breaks down the intense action from Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals, where the Florida Panthers secured a 4-1 victory to extend their series lead. TJ highlights the standout performance of Evan Rodrigues, who scored two goals, making it three in the first two games of the series, and discusses how his offseason addition is shaping up to be a pivotal storyline. Delve into the increased physicality of the game, the controversial plays, and the unfortunate injury to Panthers' captain Aleksander Barkov.

Segment 4: Mike Tomlin's 3-Year Extension with Steelers
TJ reacts to the breaking news of Mike Tomlin agreeing to a three-year contract extension with the Pittsburgh Steelers. As the longest-tenured head coach in the NFL, Tomlin was set to enter the final season of his contract but has now secured his future with the organization. TJ breaks down the implications of this move, evaluates Tomlin's impact on the team, and discusses the Steelers' prospects for the upcoming season.

Segment 5: Darren Waller Retires: Impact on the Giants
TJ reacts to the surprising retirement of New York Giants tight end Darren Waller at age 31. Waller, who recently announced his decision in a heartfelt YouTube video, cited a serious health scare and a waning passion for the game as key reasons for stepping away from the NFL. TJ breaks down Waller's impactful career, his struggles and triumphs with addiction, and what this means for the Giants moving forward.

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