#297: Name, Image, Likeness, Lionel Messi, & NBA Offseasons with Keith Smith

The Spotrac Podcast | July 01, 2021

Keith Smith joins the show (19:25) to discuss the Clippers exit, cap space situations across the NBA, Dame Lillard's trade potential, & plenty more. Plus, (0:30) Bobby Bonilla cashes in (again), and so do college athletes, as Name, Image, & Likeness opportunities officially open up in many states (1:11). And, Lionel Messi (10:41) just made HOW MUCH?

#296: Travelers Payouts, NFL Offseason Highlights, & Sports Franchise Valuations

The Spotrac Podcast | June 28, 2021

Assessing the most recently published sports franchise valuations across the major sports, including what factors in most in a technological, social media driven world. Plus, highlighting one move from each NFL franchise, & breaking down a wild Travelers Championship finish financially.

#295: High Paid NBA Champs, & a NCAA NIL Update with Emily Caron

The Spotrac Podcast | June 25, 2021

Sportico's Emily Caron rejoins the show to update us on where things stand with the NCAA rulings, Name Image Likeness, & a big uptick for Women's Sports. Plus, the NBA's final four isn't full of household names - or high paid salaries, and it's not normal.

#294: Big Time Brooklyn Nets Money, & the Tampa Bay Rays Process with Andy McCullough

The Spotrac Podcast | June 23, 2021

Already well in the cap & tax red, how will the Brooklyn Nets operate this offseason in terms of bringing back notable depth pieces, trading away where possible, and of course, further locking in their core players at obscene numbers. Plus. senior writer for The Athletic Andy McCullough details his recent story outlining the Tampa Bay Rays process from both the front office & players' standpoint.

#293: NFL Contract Disputes, the NBA Final Four, & Offseasons for the Nets & Sixers

The Spotrac Podcast | June 21, 2021

Mike Ginnitti breaks down current contract disputes for Stephon Gilmore & the Pats, Jamal Adams & the Seahawks, & Xavien Howard & the Dolphins. Plus, the not-so-projected NBA Final Four, & how the offseason might look for the Nets & 76ers.

#292: All-NBA Contracts, & an MLB Trade Deadline Primer

The Spotrac Podcast | June 16, 2021

Cousin Dan breaks down the teams and players who could be active for MLB's upcoming trade deadline, including question marks surrounding the Yankees, Giants, Cubs & plenty more. Plus, the All-NBA team selections means more money for some players, and much less for others.

#291: Next for the Nuggets, Chris Paul's Financial Future, & Le'Veon Bell's Bad Decisions

The Spotrac Podcast | June 14, 2021

Mike Ginnitti details the options & decisions of Le'Veon Bell's past 3 seasons, comparing what franchise tags, the Steeler's extension, & his ultimate hold out then join the Jets decision led to financially. Plus, the Nuggets hit the offseason with a few roster spots in question, and a coach squarely on the hot seat. And, Chris Paul's legacy is on full display as the Suns enter the West Finals, how will he treat his player option next year?

#290: NFL Storylines, Reporting, & Journalism with Tyler Dunne

The Spotrac Podcast | June 09, 2021

Tyler Dunne, esteemed NFL writer, & founder of the Go Long network joins to discuss the current landscape of writing, reporting, & interacting in the sports journalism world, a few NFL headlines, & plenty more. Plus, the better Ronald Acuna Jr. gets, the tougher his contract looks from his perspective.

#289: Julio to the Titans, & the Mavericks Next Move

The Spotrac Podcast | June 06, 2021

The inevitable became reality when the Falcons shipped WR Julio Jones to the Titans. Our breakdown of the numbers that moved, how Tennessee can free up space, and what a new contract for Julio might mean. Plus, the Dallas Mavericks have a Luka Doncic problem as they head into another offseason. Next steps for the Mavs.

#288: The Celtics Changeup with Keith Smith, & the Yankees Slow Start with Lindsey Adler

The Spotrac Podcast | June 03, 2021

Keith Smith hops back on with plenty of inside thoughts on the shakeup in Boston, including what Brad Stevens may do over the next few weeks, potential coaching hires, & more. Then, The Athletic's Lindsey Adler sits down on the therapy couch to dive deep into why the Yankees are 6 games over .500, but it feels like they're in the tank.

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