Best Available Video

May
2

In Thursday's "Best Available Video" Scott Van Pelt and Ryen Russillo check out the video of 8-year-old Atticus Lane-Dupre, who was granted his wish to play soccer with the Portland Timbers.

Tune in for the "Best Available Video" Monday-Friday at 2:58 p.m. ET on ESPNEWS. If you have an idea for a "Best Available Video" send it our way on Twitter using #bestavailablevideo.

Show in review

May
2
Paul Pierce, Carmelo Anthony Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE/Getty ImagesSVP & Russillo say the Celtics' ability to climb back into their series is a sign of New York's immaturity.

Thursday, Scott Van Pelt and Ryen Russillo talk about the recent struggles of the Knicks and Thunder and much more. Listen to the best highlights of the show below!

SVP & Russillo dish on the Knicks and Thunder both faltering in the playoffs. The guys say the Knicks' struggles and gimmicks are a sign of their immaturity. Scott and Ryen say the Thunder don't have as much pressure on them as the Knicks but there still isn't any excuse to lose to an inferior opponent, even without Russell Westbrook. Listen

The New York Daily News' Frank Isola weighs in on the panic in New York, says Carmelo Anthony's reputation will be extremely tarnished if the Knicks lose this series, talks about the club's decision to wear all black before Game 5 and Mike Woodson's displeasure with that decision. Isola adds that he expects the Knicks to bounce back but if any franchise can come back from a 3-0 deficit it's the Celtics. Listen

Asante Samuel
Ray Necci/ESPN RadioFalcons CB Asante Samuel with SVP & Russillo.

ESPNBoston.com's Jackie MacMullan talks about the Celtics' mood following their Game 5 win over the Knicks, their attitude heading into Friday's Game 6, if they plan to change their approach and the future of the franchise after this season. Listen

Falcons CB Asante Samuel talks about his role as a leader on the Falcons defense and Atlanta's decision to focus on defense in this year's draft. Samuel also defends his claim that he's the best cornerback in the league. Listen

ESPN the Magazine's Chad Millman discusses the mag's 15th anniversary, Robert Griffin III's comments about his health and the Cardinals' selection of Tyrann Mathieu. Listen

Rapper and avid Knick fan Phife Dawg dishes on his disappointment regarding the Knicks' consecutive losses, says New York's decision to dress in funeral garb was silly and adds that he hopes the postgame trash talk will light a fire under Carmelo Anthony and more. Listen

One Big Thing - SVP & Russillo revisit the story of Dick Kelly, the former sports information director at Boston College who is battling ALS. The guys are joined by Boston College basketball coach Steve Donahue who talks about his special relationship with Kelly and how the school is trying to help with his struggle. Listen

SVP & Russillo ask each other rapid-fire questions about sports and life in another edition of "6 Seconds." Listen

SVP & Russillo TV

May
2
Scott Van Pelt and Ryen Russillo
ESPN Radio/Ray Necci Come enjoy the SVP & Russillo webcam & chat.

Continue watching "SVP & Russillo" even after the show leaves ESPNEWS. Enjoy the "SVP & Russillo" live webcam today from 3-4 p.m ET. While you're watching, participate in the live chat with the show. See you there! Webcam and chat home »

What we're talking about

May
2
Asante Samuel
Scott Cunningham/Getty ImagesFalcons CB Asante Samuel will join the show.

Thursday, Scott Van Pelt and Ryen Russillo host from the Bristol, CT studios. They'll welcome the New York Daily News' Frank Isola (1:30 p.m. ET) ESPN the Magazine's Chad Millman (1:45), Falcons CB Asante Samuel (2:30), Boston College basketball coach Steve Donahue (2:45), rapper Phife Dawg (3:15) and ESPN's Jackie MacMullan (3:30).

Today's main topics:

Knicks unable to eliminate Celtics

Rockets win another one against OKC

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SVP and the Keeper

May
1

Scott Van Pelt chats with Phil Pritchard, better known as "The Keeper of the Cup."

Check out the behind the scenes footage of the Cup's visit to the "SVP & Russillo" studio »

Best Available Video

May
1

In Wednesday's "Best Available Video" Scott Van Pelt takes a look at the incredible talent of Ravi Fernando, a Stanford student who solves three Rubik's Cubes while juggling them.

Tune in for the "Best Available Video" Monday-Friday at 2:58 p.m. ET on ESPNEWS. If you have an idea for a "Best Available Video" send it our way on Twitter using #bestavailablevideo.

Stanley Cup Visits SVP

May
1


Get a behind-the-scenes look at the best trophy in all of sports making a visit to the "SVP & Russillo" studios. Careful, make sure Barry Melrose doesn't get too close!

Check out SVP's conversation with "The Keeper of the Cup" »


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Wookie Adnan

One of "SVP & Russillo's" favorite fill-in hosts, Adnan Virk, suddenly turns into a wookie with very little explanation.

Who's Into Fitness!

ESPN Deportes' Kenneth Garay asks "Who's into fitness?!"

Hey Ryen, What's Up!

ESPN Deportes' Kenneth Garay asks Ryen Russillo what's up!

And The Children Danced

ESPN Deportes' Kenneth Garay recites his most famous phrase.

Maybach Music

The classic "Maybach music" drop from "SVP & Russillo"

Meathead Gronkowski

Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski responds to Ryen Russillo calling him a meathead

Roadhouse

The classic "Roadhouse" drop from "SVP & Russillo"

MacGruber

The classic "What are you, MacGruber?" drop from "SVP & Russillo"

DUKE'S RAPS ARCHIVE

Duke Raps 'Hot Sauce'

ESPN Radio legend Dan "The Duke" Davis raps Delonte West's cult classic "Hot Sauce (In My Bag)."

Duke Raps "Bring the Noise"

ESPN Radio legend Dan "The Duke" Davis takes on the Public Enemy classic "Bring the Noise."

Duke Raps '99 Problems'

ESPN Radio legend Dan "The Duke" Davis raps the Jay-Z classic "99 Problems" featuring Kenneth Garay.

Duke Raps 'Swimming Pools'

ESPN Radio legend Dan "The Duke" Davis takes on the contemporary hit "Swimming Pools" by Kendrick Lamar.

Duke Raps 'Jump Around'

ESPN Radio Legend Dan "The Duke" Davis raps "Jump Around" by House of Pain.

Dan Davis Raps "Mr. Dobolina"

ESPN Radio legend Dan "The Duke" Davis takes a shot at rapping "Mr. Dobolina" by Del the Funky Homosapean.

Dan Davis Raps "Gin and Juice"

ESPN Radio Legend Dan "The Duke" Davis raps Snoop Dogg's classic "Gin and Juice."

Dan Davis Raps "Scenario"

ESPN Radio legend Dan "The Duke" Davis gives "Scenario" by Tribe Called Quest a shot in his latest rapping conquest.

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