Politely Raw! with Pacman Jones

Wemby Needs a Goon, Knicks Stun Cavs, Aaron Rodgers' Future & NHL Finals

This week on Politely Raw, Pacman Jones flies solo as Drew Butler takes the day off, but University of Tennessee legend and 12-year pro Ron Slay steps in to break down a wild week in sports. The guys dive deep into the NBA Conference Finals, starting with the Spurs taking on the Thunder. They discuss why Victor Wembanyama is the true face of the league, how Gregg Popovich's influence is still shining through Coach Mitch Johnson, and why Wemby desperately needs a veteran enforcer on the court. They also analyze the Knicks' massive 20-point comeback against the Cavaliers, exposing the defensive game plan against James Harden and Donovan Mitchell's late-game struggles. Later, Pacman and Ron react to an NBA player poll naming Memphis and Washington as the worst cities to play in, discuss Aaron Rodgers' playing future with the Pittsburgh Steelers, and evaluate Joe Burrow's bold Super Bowl claims for the Bengals. Finally, Michael "Sully" Sullivan joins the show for Mental Health Month to talk about the "Check on Your Teammates" initiative before previewing the NHL Finals clash between the Vegas Golden Knights and Colorado, plus Montreal's chances against Carolina. Timestamps * 00:00 – Intro: NBA Conference Finals, NHL Finals, and Super Bowl 2030 in Nashville * 02:11 – Ron Slay Joins: Catching up and 104.5 The Zone radio talk * 03:30 – Spurs vs. Thunder: Why Victor Wembanyama is the undisputed face of the NBA * 06:04 – The Enforcer Role: Why Wemby needs a veteran protector on the court * 07:37 – Spurs Steal Game 1: Gregg Popovich's influence and Coach Mitch Johnson * 09:20 – Defensive Strategy: The genius of double-teaming Anthony Edwards and SGA * 11:01 – Knicks Stun Cavs: Erasing a 20-point deficit and attacking James Harden * 12:42 – Crunch Time: Donovan Mitchell and the Cavaliers' late-game struggles * 13:44 – NBA Player Poll: Ranking the worst cities to play in (Memphis, Washington) * 16:19 – The Best NBA Cities: Debating Milwaukee, Indiana, and New Orleans * 18:47 – WWE Elevator Drama: Reacting to a bizarre arrest in the news * 19:52 – Aaron Rodgers Future: Will he actually play another year in Pittsburgh? * 21:16 – Joe Burrow's Confidence: Super Bowl expectations and Bengals roster depth * 23:40 – NBA Finals Picks: Will inexperience cost the Spurs against OKC? * 25:06 – Ron Slay Outro: Wrapping up the basketball discussion * 27:15 – Michael Sullivan Joins: Mental Health Month and checking on your teammates * 27:38 – NHL Playoffs: Vegas Golden Knights vs. Colorado * 28:57 – Stanley Cup Secrets: 24-hour security and drinking out of the Cup * 31:02 – Montreal vs. Carolina: Rest vs. rust and Marty St. Louis' coaching impact * 32:22 – Goalie Duel: Freddie Andersen vs. Vegas and the keys to the series * 34:01 – Outro: Final thoughts and looking ahead to the next show See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Blanco Brown on Independent Music & Trailer Trap, Antoine Walker NBA Conference Finals Preview

Pacman Jones and Drew Butler are back for an action-packed episode of Politely Raw featuring two massive guest segments. First, country-trap pioneer Blanco Brown joins the show to discuss his chart-topping hit "The Get Up," his new single "Lasso Boogie," and his upcoming independent album collaboration with 808 Mafia. Blanco and Pacman look back at their deep roots growing up together in Bankhead, Atlanta, sharing raw stories of childhood survival, family musical gifts, and a legendary $80,000 radio promotion story from 2017. Blanco also opens up about staying authentic to your artistry while competing with AI in the modern music landscape. Then, NBA Champion Antoine Walker joins the program to break down the newly set NBA Conference Finals. The guys dive deep into the Thunder vs. Spurs Western Conference battle, analyzing Victor Wembanyama’s "alien-like" multi-position dominance, his physical grit, and a recent concussion protocol scare. Pacman also shares a hilarious personal height comparison joke about standing next to the 7'7" phenom. Finally, the crew debates whether Wemby is officially the new face of the NBA and locks in their predictions for the Cavs vs. Knicks Eastern Conference showdown. Timestamps * 00:00 – Intro: PGA Championship and NBA Playoffs overview * 01:49 – Blanco Brown Joins: The success of "The Get Up" and new single "Lasso Boogie" * 03:40 – Creating "Trailer Trap": Blending country music with 808s and trap elements * 05:40 – Label vs. Independent: Blanco on the freedom of 100% ownership * 06:55 – Industry Mastery: Learning how to navigate publishing and collecting your own money * 08:51 – Bankhead Brotherhood: Pacman and Blanco look back on growing up together in Atlanta * 10:41 – Music vs. AI: Blanco on staying authentic and competing with technology * 13:50 – Raw Family Talent: Hype for Blanco's family and Jackson 5 comparisons * 15:42 – The $80k Investment: Pacman’s 2017 radio budget story * 17:04 – Surviving Bankhead: Gritty childhood memories from the old neighborhood * 19:00 – Foot Locker House: Sneaker collection stories and Dennis Rodman style inspiration * 21:00 – 808 Mafia Fusion: Teasing Blanco's upcoming independent album project * 23:40 – NBA Playoffs Break: Looking at the Conference Finals matchups * 25:10 – Antoine Walker Joins: NBA Conference Finals Analysis & Championship Predictions * 26:58 – Thunder vs. Spurs Breakdown: Can OKC handle the young San Antonio squad? * 29:15 – Wembanyama Height Hype: Pacman's hilarious height comparison joke * 30:57 – Next-Level Greatness: Comparing Wembanyama to Jordan, Kobe, and LeBron * 32:49 – Face of the NBA: Discussing Wemby’s championship trajectory in San Antonio * 35:05 – Wemby's Grit: Analyzing his physical play and the concussion protocol scare * 36:39 – Eastern Conference Picks: Debating Cavs vs. Knicks * 38:35 – Outro: Final picks, wrap-up, and looking ahead to the Finals See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Jay Gruden on NFL Schedule Horrors, NBA Playoffs & MVP1 Netflix Fight Preview

Pacman Jones and Drew Butler are back for a massive episode following the release of the 2026 NFL schedule. Former NFL head coach Jay Gruden joins the show to discuss why the league’s international expansion to Madrid and London is a travel nightmare for players and coaches. Jay also shares insights into the legendary ball skills of AJ Green and his competitive golf rivalry with his brother, Jon Gruden. In the NBA, the guys break down the Cavaliers vs. Pistons series and debate if James Harden and Donovan Mitchell can pull off a historic upset. We also analyze Victor Wembanyama’s "alien-like" dominance and the hilarious height comparison that has Pacman avoiding a photo-op with the 7'5" star. Plus, Erik Apple joins the program to preview the MVP1 Netflix event featuring the return of Nate Diaz and a heavy-hitting matchup between Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano. Timestamps 00:00 – Intro: PGA Championship and the 2026 NFL Schedule release 00:20 – NBA Playoffs: Cavs vs Pistons and Spurs vs Timberwolves overview 01:34 – Guest Preview: Jay Gruden and Erik Apple coming up 03:01 – NBA Upset Alert: James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, and the Pistons 05:22 – Wembanyama "Alien": Spurs vs Timberwolves Game 5 recap 07:24 – Height Debate: Pacman (5'9") vs Wemby (7'5") photo-op struggle 08:51 – Jay Gruden Joins: Tampa hotel vibes and golf rivalry with Jon Gruden 11:40 – AJ Green Legacy: Jay on ball skills and AJ's impact on his career 12:34 – NFL Schedule Strategy: Division games, short weeks, and travel logistics 14:12 – International Nightmare: Jay slams Madrid and London travel horrors 15:44 – Coaching Misery: The preparation struggle of overseas turnaround weeks 18:30 – Bengals Outlook: Predicting the Bucs and Texans matchups 19:24 – Madrid Breakdown: Bengals vs Falcons and the pass rush threat 21:04 – Holiday Takeover: Why the NFL is winning Christmas Day over the NBA 23:16 – Multi-Sport Athletes: Basketball players transitioning to the NFL 25:10 – Erik Apple Joins: MMA pay shifts and UFC minimums 28:17 – MVP1 Netflix Fight: Previewing Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano 31:45 – Odds Breakdown: Analyzing Ronda's status as a heavy favorite 33:43 – Nate Diaz Return: Previewing the return to the cage vs Mike Perry 35:24 – Netflix Impact: How streaming events grow the sport 36:33 – Closing Thoughts: Fighter pay and new MMA entities  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

NBA Draft Tanking Scandal? Wizards Land #1 Pick & Wemby’s Controversial Ejection

In this episode of Politely Raw, Pacman Jones and Drew Butler recap a jam-packed weekend of birthdays and Mother’s Day celebrations before diving into the biggest headlines in sports. The guys break down the New York Knicks' dominant playoff run and react to Joel Embiid’s polarizing comments regarding the 76ers' "successful" season. This sparks a heated debate over the Top 3 sports cities in America—where do New York, LA, and Boston rank against sleeper picks like Pittsburgh and Green Bay? The duo also tackles the controversy surrounding Victor Wembanyama’s ejection for an elbow in Game 5 and why slow-motion replay is hurting the game's flow. Plus, they dive into the NBA Draft Lottery results, analyzing the Washington Wizards' "Tank-a-thon" strategy and the top prospects like AJ from BYU. Finally, the guys discuss Sean Strickland’s victory at UFC 328, Mike Vrabel’s recent headlines, and the off-field drama surrounding NFL quarterbacks appearing in music videos. Timestamps * 00:00 – Intro: Welcome back to Politely Raw and weekend highlights * 02:27 – Birthday & Mother's Day Recap: Celebrations and a little golf * 03:09 – NBA Playoffs: Knicks dominance and OG Anunoby’s hamstring injury * 05:16 – Joel Embiid's "Success": Reacting to the 76ers' sweep and fan frustration * 06:57 – The Great Debate: Ranking the Top 3 sports cities in the U.S. * 10:37 – Underrated Towns: Why Pittsburgh and Green Bay deserve respect * 11:00 – Wemby Ejected: Evaluating the elbow and the problem with slow-mo replays * 14:05 – NBA Draft Lottery: Wizards land #1 and the "Tank-a-thon" problem * 17:11 – Scouting the Top 3: AJ (BYU), Darren Peterson, and Duke's Boozer * 18:39 – UFC 328: Sean Strickland’s win and reacting to Erik Apple’s bad pick * 21:31 – Mike Vrabel Rumors: Marriage counseling and the Patriots draft room drama * 28:45 – Bare Knuckle Fighting: Highlights from the Daytona "Blood for Blood" event * 32:02 – QB Off-Field Drama: Starting quarterbacks appearing in music videos * 33:59 – Outro: World Cup talk and a preview for Friday's show See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

UFC 328 Preview with Erik Apple, Golden Tempo Skips the Preakness, and NBA Playoff Power Shifts

This week on Politely Raw, Pacman Jones and Drew Buttler break down a massive shift in the Triple Crown pursuit as Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo officially opts out of the Preakness Stakes. The crew discusses the implications for the sport and the growing debate surrounding the Triple Crown format. The conversation moves to the legal side of sports, addressing the exoneration of Stefon Diggs and the long-term impact that false allegations can have on professional careers, citing past examples from Ohio State and the Buffalo Bills. In the NBA, the guys analyze Victor Wembanyama’s explosive response in Game 2 for the Spurs and the New York Knicks' physical dominance over the 76ers. The episode also tackles the recent branding controversy involving IndyCar’s "Freedom 250" in Washington D.C. Finally, veteran MMA analyst Erik Apple joins the show to provide a comprehensive preview of UFC 328. From Sean Strickland’s middleweight title defense against Khamzat Chimaev to technical undercard matchups like Joshua Van vs. Tatsuro Taira, we cover the betting lines and fight-night strategies you need to know. Timestamps * 00:08 – Intro: A heavy week of sports headlines and playoff intensity * 00:35 – Stefon Diggs Exonerated: The career-altering cost of false allegations * 01:14 – Triple Crown Hopes Dashed: Golden Tempo skips the Preakness Stakes * 01:41 – Media Scrutiny: Addressing rumors surrounding Mike Vrabel and Diana Russell * 03:24 – Career Repercussions: Remembering the impact on the Buffalo punter and Ohio State standouts * 08:41 – NBA Semifinals: Wembanyama’s Game 2 bounce-back and the Spurs' dominance * 13:21 – Knicks vs. 76ers: Jalen Brunson’s leadership and the pressure on Philly * 15:41 – IndyCar Controversy: The "One Nation, One Race" branding fiasco in D.C. * 32:02 – UFC Fighter Pay: Analyzing profit sharing compared to the major four sports * 34:07 – UFC 328 Preview with Erik Apple: Sean Strickland vs. Khamzat Chimaev * 35:15 – Technical Edge: Breaking down Joshua Van vs. Tatsuro Taira * 40:15 – Outro: Final picks and where to catch the weekend action See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].