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.
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 ![]()

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 ![]()

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 »

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
• Webcam and chat from 3-4 p.m. ET. Submit comments
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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 »
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.
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" »
SVP & RUSSILLO'S FAVORITE DROPS
One of "SVP & Russillo's" favorite fill-in hosts, Adnan Virk, suddenly turns into a wookie with very little explanation.
ESPN Deportes' Kenneth Garay asks "Who's into fitness?!"
ESPN Deportes' Kenneth Garay asks Ryen Russillo what's up!
ESPN Deportes' Kenneth Garay recites his most famous phrase.
The classic "Maybach music" drop from "SVP & Russillo"
Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski responds to Ryen Russillo calling him a meathead
The classic "Roadhouse" drop from "SVP & Russillo"
The classic "What are you, MacGruber?" drop from "SVP & Russillo"
DUKE'S RAPS ARCHIVE
ESPN Radio legend Dan "The Duke" Davis raps Delonte West's cult classic "Hot Sauce (In My Bag)."
ESPN Radio legend Dan "The Duke" Davis takes on the Public Enemy classic "Bring the Noise."
ESPN Radio legend Dan "The Duke" Davis raps the Jay-Z classic "99 Problems" featuring Kenneth Garay.
ESPN Radio legend Dan "The Duke" Davis takes on the contemporary hit "Swimming Pools" by Kendrick Lamar.
ESPN Radio Legend Dan "The Duke" Davis raps "Jump Around" by House of Pain.
ESPN Radio legend Dan "The Duke" Davis takes a shot at rapping "Mr. Dobolina" by Del the Funky Homosapean.
ESPN Radio Legend Dan "The Duke" Davis raps Snoop Dogg's classic "Gin and Juice."
ESPN Radio legend Dan "The Duke" Davis gives "Scenario" by Tribe Called Quest a shot in his latest rapping conquest.

- SVPandRussillo SVP & Russillo
Are NYK & OKC worried? Plus chats w/ Phife Dawg, Asante Samuel, Steve Donahue & Frank Isola: http://t.co/tdAxymzZqi http://t.co/cFZD1WSWqF
about 2 hours ago
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- notthefakeSVP Scott Van Pelt
@AndeWall See....I'm going to go ahead and stop with this now...
about 2 hours ago
- notthefakeSVP Scott Van Pelt

- notthefakeSVP Scott Van Pelt
@AndeWall feel free to explore the space
about 2 hours ago
- notthefakeSVP Scott Van Pelt

- SVPandRussillo SVP & Russillo
RT @raymanjr: Talking Knicks, Tebow & the NFL Draft, Phife Dawg w/ @notthefakeSVP & @ryenarussillo: http://t.co/SMYNdSvLLU #tribe…
about 4 hours ago
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- SVPandRussillo SVP & Russillo
Ryen says Crawford is that guy on twitter who has a bio that says "I'm the CEO of me" what is the worst twitter bio you've seen? #badbio
about 8 hours ago
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- notthefakeSVP Scott Van Pelt
Phil Pritchard (Keeper of the Cup) on @SVPandRussillo: http://t.co/1Y6C7UVlTy @NHL #StanleyCup http://t.co/ngc7Wh7MNd
about 12 hours ago
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- SVPandRussillo SVP & Russillo
Reunited and we will get weird... @notthefakeSVP & @ryenarussillo in studio today. 1p et @espnradio & #ESPNews
about 14 hours ago
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- notthefakeSVP Scott Van Pelt
@jadande Agree but doesn't bother me as adding -gate to any "scandal". It was the Watergate Hotel. It wasn't water - gate.
about 21 hours ago
- notthefakeSVP Scott Van Pelt

- notthefakeSVP Scott Van Pelt
Beyond the ? of if fouling was sporting or cowardly - it didn't work. At all.
about 21 hours ago
- notthefakeSVP Scott Van Pelt

- notthefakeSVP Scott Van Pelt
@cbfowler what a great shot. Welcome home.
about 23 hours ago
- notthefakeSVP Scott Van Pelt

- notthefakeSVP Scott Van Pelt
I will miss that KG jumper when it's gone. I will miss the wild eyed lunatic mumbling more
1 day ago
- notthefakeSVP Scott Van Pelt

- SVPandRussillo SVP & Russillo
Phil Pritchard (aka The Keeper of the Cup) sits down w/ @notthefakeSVP: http://t.co/HVe5goQQlj #StanleyCup http://t.co/NvjDYq7nQD
1 day ago
- SVPandRussillo SVP & Russillo

- notthefakeSVP Scott Van Pelt
So many people to salute here. Just click the link. Sports. Again. http://t.co/JiH5urZjZY
1 day ago
- notthefakeSVP Scott Van Pelt

- ryenarussillo Russillo
See if you can find the part that made me laugh. http://t.co/ZXyzHKWI0n
1 day ago
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- SVPandRussillo SVP & Russillo
Go behind the scenes as The Stanley Cup visits @SVPandRussillo: http://t.co/8CwOr7HZbB. @NHL @espnradio
1 day ago
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- SVPandRussillo SVP & Russillo
SVP with the @NHL Stanley Cup... He wouldn't touch it! #StanleyCup http://t.co/xMeZSKYj4Y
1 day ago
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- SVPandRussillo SVP & Russillo
Our whiteboard message today... http://t.co/UtYoU3XGXZ
1 day ago
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- notthefakeSVP Scott Van Pelt
Feels like forever ago that the Clips got 112 against this D. Hard to see Memphis losing game 6. #Grindhouse
1 day ago
- notthefakeSVP Scott Van Pelt

- ryenarussillo Russillo
Clippers/Grizz http://t.co/XSqsJMnLyq
1 day ago
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Jarron Collins appreciates support for his brother... http://t.co/hEs3ROpIcl @ramonashelburne
2 days ago
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