Show in review

May
21

Tony Parker Troy Taormina/USA TODAY SportsTim Legler says the Grizzlies need to make defensive adjustments if they want to have a chance.

Tuesday, Ryen Russillo and Chris Broussard discuss the NBA playoffs, the destination for future Super Bowls and much more. Listen to the best highlights of the show below!

ESPN NBA analyst Tim Legler says defensive breakdowns led to the Spurs' blowout of the Grizzlies in Game 1. Legler also talks about what the Pacers have to do to remain competitive against the Heat and says he thinks the series will go seven games. Listen

Ryen Russillo and Chris Broussard react to the news that Vinny Del Negro will not return as coach of the Clippers, discuss the reasons for Del Negro's dismissal and project what might be next for the Clippers. Listen

Grantland.com's Zach Lowe discusses the defensive adjustments the Grizzlies need to make in Game 2, reacts to the Clippers' decision to let Vinny Del Negro go and talks about Alonzo Mourning's comments comparing LeBron James to Michael Jordan. Listen

Ryen Russillo and Chris Broussard weigh in on Alonzo Mourning's comments about LeBron James being better than Michael Jordan and point out that Mourning is contradicting himself. The guys also talk about some lingering resentment former players have towards Jordan and discuss if James truly belongs in the discussion as the best player ever. Listen

ESPN MLB Insider Tim Kurkjian explains why Don Mattingly might take the fall for the Dodgers' struggles even though he doesn't deserve to be fired. Kurkjian also gives his take on Matt Kemp's struggles, Patrick Corbin's early success, the Indians' hot start and where Miguel Cabrera's incredible run puts him historically. Listen

Ryen Russillo and Chris Broussard take over for Colin on The Herd and discuss whether it's inevitable that the Heat will win another title, if the criticisms of Carmelo Anthony are fair and more. Listen

SVP & Russillo TV

May
21
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
21
Rich Cho
Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE/Getty ImagesWho will win this year's NBA Draft Lottery?

Tuesday, Ryen Russillo and Chris Broussard host from the Bristol, CT studios. They'll welcome ESPN NBA analyst Tim Legler (1:30 p.m. ET), ESPN MLB Insider Tim Kurkjian (2:30) and Grantland.com's Zach Lowe (3:30).

Today's main topics:

Playoffs resume tonight

Lottery preview

• Chat from 3-4 p.m. ET. Submit comments

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Show in review

May
20

Danny GreenSoobum Im/USA TODAY SportsDanny Green talks about the Spurs' win over the Grizzlies and how they neutralized Zach Randolph.

Monday, Ryen Russillo, Adnan Virk and Antonio Davis discuss the NBA playoffs, Dwight Howard's future and much more. Listen to the best highlights of the show below!

Spurs guard Danny Green talks about the incredible shooting performance the Spurs had in Game 1 against the Grizzlies, the contributions of Tony Parker, San Antonio's defensive scheme against Zach Randolph and what the team learned after losing a 2-0 lead in the Western Conference Finals last year. Listen

Ryen Russillo and Adnan Virk talk about Dwight Howard's future and say while teams like Houston and Dallas may be able to offer Howard more from a basketball perspective, Howard's image will take an enormous hit if he decides to leave Los Angeles. Listen

Ryen Russillo and Adnan Virk ask each other rapid-fire questions about sports and life in another edition of "Six Seconds." Listen

ESPN NBA analyst Antonio Davis puts Ryen and Adnan in their rightful place as the guys play "I Played, You Didn't." Listen

What we're talking about

May
20
Danny Green
Noah Graham/NBAE/Getty ImagesSpurs forward Danny Green will join the show.

Monday, Ryen Russillo and Adnan Virk host from the Bristol, CT studios, with ESPN NBA analyst Antonio Davis joining the team from 2-4 p.m. ET. They'll welcome Spurs forward Danny Green (1:30 p.m. ET).

Today's main topics:

Spurs cruise in Game 1

What's next for the Knicks?

• Webcam and chat from 3-4 p.m. ET. Submit comments

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Show in review

May
17

Paul GeorgeRon Hoskins/NBAE/Getty ImagesAdnan Virk and Chris Broussard say the Pacers needed a better performance out of Paul George.

Friday, Adnan Virk and Chris Broussard discuss the NBA playoffs, another surgery for Rob Gronkowski and much more. Listen to the best highlights of the show below!

Adnan Virk and Chris Broussard talk about the Knicks' critical over the Pacers and say although the Knicks played a good game, the Pacers failed to step up when they had an opportunity to close out the series. Adnan and Chris say Paul George needs to prove himself as a true superstar when he has opportunities like he had on Thursday. Listen

ESPN's Israel Gutierrez weighs in on whether the Knicks or Pacers would be a tougher match-up for the Heat and says Dwyane Wade's health will be critical for Miami for the remainder of the postseason. Gutierrez also discusses the latest developments in the sale of the Kings. Listen

Adnan Virk and Chris Broussard discuss another surgery on Rob Gronkowski's broken forearm and wonder if Gronkowski's inability to heal from this injury is a red flag for the rest of Gronkowski's career. Listen

ESPNBoston.com's Mike Reiss explains why Rob Gronkowski's fourth surgery is not a surprise and says the team is not concerned with the long-term health of Gronkowski's arm. Reiss also talks about Gronkowski's party habits and says they have nothing to do with the difficult recovery Gronkowski is currently experiencing. Listen

ESPN NHL analyst Barry Melrose talks about big wins for the Bruins and Sharks on Thursday night and compares the end of Wayne Gretzky's career to the end of Michael Jordan's career. Listen

What we're talking about

May
17
Barry Melrose
Eliot J. Schechter/Getty ImagesESPN's Barry Melrose will join the show at 3:15 ET.

Friday, Adnan Virk and Chris Broussard host from the Bristol, CT studios. They'll welcome ESPN's Israel Gutierrez (1:15 p.m. ET), ESPNBoston.com's Mike Reiss (2:30) and ESPN NHL analyst Barry Melrose (3:15).

Today's main topics:

Breaking down the NBA playoffs

Another surgery for Rob Gronkowski

• Chat from 3-4 p.m. ET. Submit comments

Email us at (svpandrussillo@espnradio.com), text us at 73776 (msg&data rates may apply) or tweet us at twitter.com/svpandrussillo -- we'll be with you from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. ET on ESPN Radio and ESPNRadio.com.


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Who's Into Fitness!

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Hey Ryen, What's Up!

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And The Children Danced

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Maybach Music

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Meathead Gronkowski

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Roadhouse

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MacGruber

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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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