Joe Nicholson/US PresswireDetroit Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander joins the show.Sports Illustrated's Tom Verducci says the most interesting storyline of the first half has been the Pittsburgh Pirates. They haven't been this good in 20 years. Listen 
Pittsburgh Pirates manager Clint Hurdle is happy to have his team in the position that they are in now. Hurdle thinks that Andrew McCutcheon needs to finish off the season strong. The Pirates may be in the position to make some deals at the trade deadline. Listen
Detroit Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander says pitching in the All-Star Game is still special. Listen
One Big Thing - Scott Van Pelt says Roger Federer is one his favorite athletes to watch in any sport. Federer has an uncommon ease, grace and elegance. Listen
Sports Illustrated's Andy Staples talks about the trend of college football recruits starting to make themselves package deals with their boys. Listen
ESPN.com's Kevin Arnovitz says the Lakers are the one team that has elevated their status to elite in the offseason. Arnovitz hasn't been impressed with the Clippers. Listen
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Play Podcast One of "SVP & Russillo's" favorite fill-in hosts, Adnan Virk, suddenly turns into a wookie with very little explanation.
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Play Podcast ESPN Deportes' Kenneth Garay recites his most famous phrase.
Play Podcast The classic "Maybach music" drop from "SVP & Russillo"
Play Podcast Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski responds to Ryen Russillo calling him a meathead
Play Podcast The classic "Roadhouse" drop from "SVP & Russillo"
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DUKE'S RAPS ARCHIVE
Play Podcast ESPN Radio legend Dan "The Duke" Davis raps Delonte West's cult classic "Hot Sauce (In My Bag)."
Play Podcast ESPN Radio legend Dan "The Duke" Davis takes on the Public Enemy classic "Bring the Noise."
Play Podcast ESPN Radio legend Dan "The Duke" Davis raps the Jay-Z classic "99 Problems" featuring Kenneth Garay.
Play Podcast ESPN Radio legend Dan "The Duke" Davis takes on the contemporary hit "Swimming Pools" by Kendrick Lamar.
Play Podcast ESPN Radio Legend Dan "The Duke" Davis raps "Jump Around" by House of Pain.
Play Podcast ESPN Radio legend Dan "The Duke" Davis takes a shot at rapping "Mr. Dobolina" by Del the Funky Homosapean.
Play Podcast ESPN Radio Legend Dan "The Duke" Davis raps Snoop Dogg's classic "Gin and Juice."
Play Podcast ESPN Radio legend Dan "The Duke" Davis gives "Scenario" by Tribe Called Quest a shot in his latest rapping conquest.
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AUDIO HIGHLIGHTS
- Tuberville on transition to Cincy, expectations
- Russillo and Kanell break down Miami's Game 6 win. Plus Jon Barry and Michael Wallace
- Russillo and Kanell on the latest with Doc Rivers. Plus U.S. Open champion Justin Rose
- Russillo & Kanell on breakdown of trade talks
- Russillo and Davis talk about Game 5 of the NBA Finals and the latest with Doc Rivers
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Ryen & Danny Kanell, w/ Jon Barry & Michael Wallace break down Game 6 and debate who will be ready for NBA Game 7: http://t.co/qwGn70NVHg
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There is one team that can come back and still win GM 7 on the road after a loss like that. The Spurs.
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...was the game, stop talking. Better yet, if you hate it so much. Don't watch anymore.
about 14 hours ago
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Cool, a timeline full of ref complaints. MIA couldn't get a call in the 3rd. They got some in the 4th. If you think the Manu play...
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RT @LeBatardShow: So many people have left that I'm honestly embarrassed for this city.
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Curious to see LeBron's energy towards the end. He is going max effort for about 6 1/2 minutes.
1 day ago
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No headband for LeBron? So serious.
1 day ago
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Same version of that high screen for LeBron on the left side, also set up Miller 3.
1 day ago
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Each guy on the Heat is trying to attack like fans want, but now it's all iso vs. a packed zone.
1 day ago
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I really think a lot of LeBron's passes were the right play. Don't think he's being as passive as folks are saying.
1 day ago
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Wow, James drove at a big in a switch. Almost never see that.
1 day ago
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Such a smart dribble by Parker on the Leonard 3.
1 day ago
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Maybe it's just me, but I feel like life has been the same since Jay Z's announcement at halftime of GM 5.
1 day ago
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If Miami wins, there will be a lot of NBA "wants" 7 games talk. Since Stern became commissioner in '84, Finals have gone 7 only 4 times
1 day ago
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In RT @djdnice: My birthday is at midnight. Join me at @PhDRooftopNY / @DreamDowntown tonight! @SKAMARTIST
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The latest with Doc Rivers. Plus, US Open champ Justin Rose, Clemson QB Tajh Boyd & UNC HC Larry Fedora: http://t.co/z3IMqk1sa5
1 day ago
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@CU_athletics @TajhB10 Sorry to miss him. All the best this year. Sad it's the last game w/ Clemson. Enjoy the colors/fight song/fans
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