Episode 76 – NFL International Games Reaction, VAR Chaos & NBA Playoff Sweeps

Episode 76 of Who’s Got The Ball? sees James, Shane, and Evan lead the show with a major discussion around the NFL’s newly announced International Games schedule.

The lads break down the standout matchups, debate the logistics of international travel for teams, and discuss whether the NFL’s global expansion is helping or hurting the league. There’s also discussion around the possibility of Ireland hosting another NFL game in the future and what the continued European growth means for fans abroad.

In football, attention turns to the VAR controversy in West Ham vs Arsenal before debating whether Michael Carrick could genuinely become Manchester United manager on a permanent basis. The lads also preview the upcoming FA Cup Final.

Michael then joins James for the NBA section to discuss the Knicks and Thunder playoff sweeps before previewing Friday night’s games between the Pistons and Cavaliers along with Timberwolves vs Spurs.

As always, the episode wraps up with Gan Seans and the latest Power Rankings.

Another packed episode full of NFL debate, football controversy, NBA playoff reactions, and strong opinions throughout.

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(0:00) Intro

(2:34) NFL International Schedule Reaction

(22:21) VAR Meltdown in London

(33:31) Carrick to be Appointed Permanently for United

(41:47) FA Cup Final Preview

(44:26) Gan Seans: Our Underdog Picks

(47:10) What Next for the Lakers & LeBron?

(54:02) Morey Fired After the Sixers are Swept

(1:01:37) Can the Timberwolves Force a Game 7?

(1:09:03) Cavs Attempt to Close Out Pistons

(1:17:41) Power Rankings

Episode 75 – NBA Playoff Chaos, Champions League Drama & Rockets Rant

Episode 75 of Who’s Got The Ball? sees the lads tackle another massive week across the NBA and football.

The show opens with the NBA Playoffs as the lads break down the key matchups between the Timberwolves and Spurs, along with Knicks vs 76ers. Attention then turns to two unbelievable playoff collapses as both the Celtics and Magic blow 3-1 series leads in Round One.

There’s also a passionate rant from Shane aimed at the Rockets organisation, questioning where the franchise is heading after another disappointing postseason showing.

On the football side, the lads react to all the action from the Champions League second legs before chatting about two huge Premier League fixtures: Manchester United’s big win vs Liverpool and a preview of Manchester City vs Brentford.

As always, the episode wraps up with Gan Seans and the latest Power Rankings.

Another packed episode full of reactions, analysis, arguments, and playoff drama.

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(0:00) Intro

(2:56) Michael Joins the Show

(3:30) Spurs & Timberwolves Locked at 1-1

(13:54) Can the Sixers Make Another Comeback?

(24:09) Celtics & Magic Blow 3-1 Leads

(39:08) Shane’s Rockets Rant

(41:49) Gan Seans: Our Underdog Picks

(44:45) The Champions League is Set

(54:15) Man United’s Huge Win Over Liverpool

(1:04:12) Man City vs Brentford Preview

(1:07:15) Power Rankings

Episode 74 – Overrated XI, Champions League Reaction & NFL Draft

Episode 74 of Who’s Got The Ball? sees the lads tackle a huge week across football, NFL, and NBA.

They start with a debate-heavy segment, putting together their Overrated Premier League XI of the season—calling out the players who haven’t lived up to the hype.

Attention then turns to the Champions League, with breakdowns of Atlético Madrid vs Arsenal and PSG vs Bayern Munich—two massive clashes with very different styles on display. The lads also preview the huge Premier League showdown between Manchester United and Liverpool.

In the NFL segment, they each pick their biggest winner and loser from the Draft, highlighting the teams that made the smartest moves—and those that raised a few eyebrows.

Michael then joins to talk NBA Playoffs as things continue to ramp up, with some teams hitting their stride while others still have plenty left to prove.

Another packed episode full of strong opinions, analysis, and debate.

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(0:00) Intro

(4:52) Overrated Premier League XIs

(16:32) UCL Semi-Final Drama

(26:04) Man United vs Liverpool Preview

(28:48) NFL Draft Winners

(33:22) NFL Draft Losers

(40:03) Can the Rockets Make the First 3-0 Comeback?

(46:23) Spurs Cruise Past the Blazers

(51:16) Pistons vs Magic Slugfest

(56:55) OKC Sweep the Suns

(1:04:48) The Same Old James Harden Story

(1:12:47) Power Rankings