The Daily Play With Joy Taylor

Where Will LeBron James Finish His Career; Celtics Join Heat in Giannis Trade Rumors; Dolan Gives Knicks Endearing Team Speech

11 min · 17. juni 2026
episode Where Will LeBron James Finish His Career; Celtics Join Heat in Giannis Trade Rumors; Dolan Gives Knicks Endearing Team Speech cover

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Joy Taylor opens The Daily Play by discussing LeBron James calling himself the GOAT and his undecided status for next season as the Lakers negotiate ahead of free agency, with Brian Windhorst saying LeBron intends to play and is focused on a Lakers deal, though teams like the Cavs could watch if talks stall. Taylor argues LeBron should finish his career in Los Angeles for legacy, comfort, and the best financial path, while noting the Lakers need additional roster moves. She then covers Windhorst reporting the Celtics joining the Heat as leading Giannis Antetokounmpo trade contenders, with Miami negotiating for months and able to offer picks and players, while Boston would need major roster changes. Finally, she reacts to Knicks owner James Dolan’s pre-playoff speech urging 10 weeks of sacrifice, including a controversial sex comment, as the Knicks deliver a dominant title run.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

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episode AJ Dybansta Goes Number 1 to Wizards; Can Miami Bring Miami Another Championship; Cowboys Playoffs or Bust but Super Bowl artwork

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Joy Taylor recaps the NBA Draft first round, where the Wizards select AJ Dybansta No. 1 overall; Dybansta discusses fulfilling his dream, and Taylor notes Washington’s long playoff drought, his college stats, and how joining a roster featuring Anthony Davis and Trae Young could aid his development, while also highlighting other top picks like Boozer at No. 3. She then explains why the Heat had no draft picks after trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo, shares Giannis’ past comments about Miami, and argues Miami’s culture can build depth around stars, though she doesn’t expect an immediate title. Finally, Taylor reacts to Cowboys optimism, agreeing with Dak Prescott’s “playoffs or bust” but rejecting Ryan Schottenheimer’s Super Bowl confidence, citing recent results, the need for a more balanced offense, and a new defensive coordinator.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

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episode GIannis Traded to Miami; Stars are Out at World Cup; Nneka Wins Big for WNBA Anniversary Game artwork

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