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LaMelo to Minnesota in Blockbuster Deal, NCAA Overhaul & Lions Star Arrested

The NBA offseason explodes as LaMelo Ball is reportedly headed to the Timberwolves in a blockbuster deal that could reshape the Western Conference. We also break down the NCAA's sweeping new eligibility rules that effectively eliminate the traditional redshirt system, Michigan's historic NBA Draft night, and postseason changes for North Dakota State and Sacramento State. Plus, the latest on the serious allegations involving Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold, Team USA's World Cup path, and a look ahead to this weekend's Travelers Championship and international soccer action. Live Show Tuesday and Thursday, 3pm est. SOCIALS: https://linktr.ee/drewberquist [https://linktr.ee/drewberquist] WEBSITE: https://AirItOutBro.com [https://AirItOutBro.com] #DrewBerquist #Balls&Banter #Balls Show Notes/Links: USMNT round of 32 and 16 games forecasted https://x.com/ClayTravis/status/2069888535558267229?s=20 [https://x.com/ClayTravis/status/2069888535558267229?s=20] The NCAA is officially adopting the age-based eligibility structure, giving players 5 years to play 5 seasons https://x.com/CFBKings/status/2069486481752670280?s=20 [https://x.com/CFBKings/status/2069486481752670280?s=20] N.C. State vs Virginia will remain Week 0 game after changing tune on Rio De Janeiro https://x.com/PackFootball/status/2069481084975288425?s=20 [https://x.com/PackFootball/status/2069481084975288425?s=20] NCAA approves postseason eligibility for NDSU and Sacramento State effective immediately https://x.com/CFBKings/status/2069889561186926854?s=20 [https://x.com/CFBKings/status/2069889561186926854?s=20] Michigan makes history in NBA draft https://x.com/umichbball/status/2069802651735175583?s=20 [https://x.com/umichbball/status/2069802651735175583?s=20] The Charlotte Hornets are trading LaMelo Ball and Josh Green to the Minnesota Timberwolves for Naz Reid, a 2033 unprotected first-round pick, three first-round pick swaps (2028, 2029, 2030) and three second-round picks (2029, 2032, 2033) https://x.com/espn/status/2070136874715291857?s=20 [https://x.com/espn/status/2070136874715291857?s=20] Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold has been arrested in connection with an alleged armed robbery and kidnapping in Tampa, Florida https://x.com/Breaking911/status/2070001338944041146?s=20 [https://x.com/Breaking911/status/2070001338944041146?s=20]

Dusty Leaves Michigan, Giannis Traded & Oklahoma’s Unreal Title Run

College sports got rocked as Dusty May reportedly leaves Michigan for the Dallas Mavericks, forcing the Wolverines into a sudden coaching change just months after a national championship run. We break down what comes next for Michigan, Oklahoma's improbable College World Series title after a mediocre SEC campaign, and a wild week of major moves across sports. Plus, Giannis heads to Miami in a blockbuster trade, the Panthers unite the Tkachuk brothers, Wyndham Clark wins another U.S. Open, Cory Heim conquers NASCAR's historic Naval Base race, and we discuss everything from Nebraska's new uniforms to Morgan Wallen's streaming dominance. Live Show Tuesday and Thursday, 3pm est. SOCIALS: https://linktr.ee/drewberquist [https://linktr.ee/drewberquist] WEBSITE: https://AirItOutBro.com [https://AirItOutBro.com] #DrewBerquist #Balls&Banter #Balls Show Notes/Links: Dusty May leaving Michigan, heading to become HC of Dallas Mavericks https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/2069061865527767340?s=20 [https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/2069061865527767340?s=20] Michigan is promoting assistant coach Mike Boynton to be the new interim Head Coach https://x.com/uofmcoverage/status/2069091026468233721?s=20 [https://x.com/uofmcoverage/status/2069091026468233721?s=20] Oklahoma takes game 3, wins college world series https://x.com/On3/status/2069252473869496787?s=20 [https://x.com/On3/status/2069252473869496787?s=20] Wyndham Clark wins U.S. Open https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/2068828433489019166?s=20 [https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/2068828433489019166?s=20] Cory Heim wins in San Diego on Naval Base Coronado https://x.com/NASCAR/status/2068850531594916025?s=20 [https://x.com/NASCAR/status/2068850531594916025?s=20] https://x.com/NASCAR/status/2068858283729813957?s=20 [https://x.com/NASCAR/status/2068858283729813957?s=20] The Florida Panthers are trading for Brady Tkachuk, where he will play with his brother Matthew https://x.com/NHL/status/2068840961103266057?s=20 [https://x.com/NHL/status/2068840961103266057?s=20] Bucks dealing Giannis Antetokounmpo to Miami Heat https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/2069268395837550623?s=20 [https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/2069268395837550623?s=20] Jersey Mike takes over Chick-Fil-A as top fast food restaurant https://x.com/Polymarket/status/2067653611522330845?s=20 [https://x.com/Polymarket/status/2067653611522330845?s=20] Nebraska has new uniforms and they are terrible https://x.com/B1Gfootball/status/2068680766796517402?s=20 [https://x.com/B1Gfootball/status/2068680766796517402?s=20] Grinch 2 with Jim Carrey in the works https://x.com/Variety/status/2067674092535431223?s=20 [https://x.com/Variety/status/2067674092535431223?s=20]

150 Million Watch UFC at White House, College World Series Set, and U.S. Open Underway

The UFC's White House event reportedly drew a staggering 150 million viewers and delivered plenty to talk about. We recap the fights, discuss the Knicks becoming the first NBA champions in years to accept a White House invitation, and explain why championship teams should make the visit regardless of who's in office. Plus, the Men's College World Series championship matchup is set, the U.S. Open heads back to brutal Shinnecock Hills, Team USA soccer returns to action, Florida Georgia Line officially completes its comeback, and one company is literally shutting down for the GTA 6 launch. Live Show Tuesday and Thursday, 3pm est. SOCIALS: https://linktr.ee/drewberquist [https://linktr.ee/drewberquist] WEBSITE: https://AirItOutBro.com [https://AirItOutBro.com] #DrewBerquist #Balls&Banter #Balls Show Notes/Links: UFC fights at the White House had over 150 million viewers https://x.com/ChampRDS/status/2067447793396916568?s=20 [https://x.com/ChampRDS/status/2067447793396916568?s=20] Knicks first NBA team to visit White House under Trump leadership https://x.com/nypost/status/2067379740017574384?s=20 [https://x.com/nypost/status/2067379740017574384?s=20] Stage is set for Men's College World Series, UNC vs. Oklahoma https://x.com/espn/status/2067442031949947091?s=20 [https://x.com/espn/status/2067442031949947091?s=20] Here is the schedule for UNC vs. Oklahoma https://x.com/CWSOmaha/status/2067439176505520605?s=20 [https://x.com/CWSOmaha/status/2067439176505520605?s=20] U.S Open returns to Shinnecock Hills https://www.espn.com/golf/story/_/id/49083772/top-storylines-us-open-2026-scottie-scheffler-russell-henley [https://www.espn.com/golf/story/_/id/49083772/top-storylines-us-open-2026-scottie-scheffler-russell-henley] FGL comeback is complete, duo signs with label and agent https://x.com/WhiskeyRiff/status/2064745283896885264?s=20 [https://x.com/WhiskeyRiff/status/2064745283896885264?s=20] Burger Motorsports to pause operations on Grand Theft Auto 6 release date https://x.com/pubity/status/2067442175671992328?s=20 [https://x.com/pubity/status/2067442175671992328?s=20]

Knicks Make History, Mahomes Gets $500M & Sorsby Drama Escalates

The Knicks pulled off the largest comeback in NBA Finals history and suddenly have all the momentum. The Stanley Cup Final continues to deliver with another overtime thriller as Carolina evened the series and Game 5 looms tonight. We also discuss Patrick Mahomes landing the NFL's first half-billion-dollar contract, the growing backlash to Brendan Sorsby's eligibility fight, the latest comments from Texas Tech and the Big 12, UFC's White House event, college basketball blue blood debates, and a look ahead to NASCAR's weekend at Pocono. Live Show Tuesday and Thursday, 3pm est. SOCIALS: https://linktr.ee/drewberquist [https://linktr.ee/drewberquist] WEBSITE: https://AirItOutBro.com [https://AirItOutBro.com] #DrewBerquist #Balls&Banter #Balls Show Notes/Links: Knicks mount largest comeback in NBA finals history https://x.com/espn/status/2064914478731276331?s=20 [https://x.com/espn/status/2064914478731276331?s=20] Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final is tonight, 8pm est on ABC https://x.com/NHL/status/2065056455439352205?s=20 [https://x.com/NHL/status/2065056455439352205?s=20] UFC unveils the outfits Octagon Girls will wear at the UFC Freedom 250 White House fights this weekend https://x.com/Polymarket/status/2064803936054173725?s=20 [https://x.com/Polymarket/status/2064803936054173725?s=20] College Basketball Blue Bloods Conversation https://x.com/CBKReport/status/2064758154089431079?s=20 [https://x.com/CBKReport/status/2064758154089431079?s=20] The Chiefs are adding two years to Patrick Mahomes’ contract, tying him to Kansas City through the 2033 season at a value of $504.75 million, making it the first NFL deal valued at over a half-billion dollars https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/2064806288781938797?s=20 [https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/2064806288781938797?s=20] Big 12 athletic directors held a spirited call Tuesday with commissioner Brett Yormark, making it clear they are united around the notion that Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby should not be eligible for next season https://x.com/espn/status/2064726277731364940?s=20 [https://x.com/espn/status/2064726277731364940?s=20] Texas Tech AD Kirby Hocutt releases a statement re: Brendan Sorsby lawsuit. https://x.com/PeteNakos/status/2064763402619076622?s=20 [https://x.com/PeteNakos/status/2064763402619076622?s=20] NASCAR schedule this weekend for Pocono https://x.com/NASCAR/status/2064724396200112161?s=20 [https://x.com/NASCAR/status/2064724396200112161?s=20]

Vegas Double OT Madness, Hamlin Dominates Michigan, and the NCAA Is DONE!

Denny Hamlin absolutely smoked the field at Michigan, Vegas and Carolina delivered an instant classic in double overtime, and the Knicks-Spurs series just got a whole lot more interesting after Wemby took over Game 3. Plus, Brendan Sorsby is somehow eligible after admitting to thousands of bets tied to his college career, Big Ten schools reportedly want nothing to do with Texas Tech, and the NCAA continues to prove it has completely lost control of college sports. Live Show Tuesday and Thursday, 3pm est. SOCIALS: https://linktr.ee/drewberquist [https://linktr.ee/drewberquist] WEBSITE: https://AirItOutBro.com [https://airitoutbro.com/]  #DrewBerquist #Balls&Banter #Balls Show Notes/Links: Denny Hamlin wins at Michigan Speedway by over 11 seconds https://x.com/SportsonPrime/status/2064060148163678269?s=20 [https://x.com/SportsonPrime/status/2064060148163678269?s=20] NASCAR Cup standings after Michigan https://x.com/NASCAR/status/2064037286686200139?s=20 [https://x.com/NASCAR/status/2064037286686200139?s=20] Vegas Knights win in Double OT over Carolina, take 2-1 series lead https://x.com/GoldenKnights/status/2063477371546869829?s=20 [https://x.com/GoldenKnights/status/2063477371546869829?s=20] Dylan Larkin would be willing to waive his Full NMC for these 3 teams https://x.com/BR_OpenIce/status/2063989662285226238?s=20 [https://x.com/BR_OpenIce/status/2063989662285226238?s=20] Spurs take game 3 over Knicks https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/2064188446428500169?s=20 [https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/2064188446428500169?s=20] Brendan Sorsby granted temporary injunction, eligible to play in fall https://x.com/On3/status/2063988609531650556?s=20 [https://x.com/On3/status/2063988609531650556?s=20] All four justices on the Seventh Court of Appeals in Texas are Texas Tech graduates https://x.com/bmarcello/status/2064116424327463130?s=20 [https://x.com/bmarcello/status/2064116424327463130?s=20] Big Ten schools reportedly encouraging people not to schedule Texas Tech https://x.com/PeteThamel/status/2064147992563609617?s=20 [https://x.com/PeteThamel/status/2064147992563609617?s=20] DISCLAIMER: Some elements of this podcast may include AI-generated content, such as cover thumbnail images, show descriptions and some background audio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.