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The 2026 FIFA World Cup is dominating this summer, with the entire world watching every match. As a complete novice to the game, I’ve invited an expert soccer panel in Gav, Nando, and special guest Max in order to learn everything there is to know about soccer's biggest event. We discuss the basics of soccer, the format of the tournament, and some of the biggest storylines headlining this year’s World Cup. Plus, we take a look at the bracket and make our predictions on which country will win it all. This is your ultimate guide to watching the 2026 World Cup.(0:12): Introductions and Meeting the Expert Panel(7:59): The Basics of Soccer (20:49): Explaining Offsides and Fouls (27:57): The 2026 Tournament Format and Thoughts on the Round of 32(35:43): On Hosting in North America(42:12): Team USA and Its Future(52:15): Quarterfinal Preview and Predictions(1:05:10): The Darkhorse of the Tournament?(1:10:59): Messi vs Ronaldo…of course(1:17:25): Predictions on Golden Boot, Golden Ball, and World Cup Champion(1:24:04): OutroCome connect with Sports Counsel via:TwitterInstagramFacebookThreadsJoin our Discord as well!

It’s a new day in New York City. For the first time since 1973, the New York Knicks are NBA Champions. I am joined by Vivek and Dillon to offer our thoughts, reactions, and takes to everything from the 2026 NBA Finals. From the Spurs collapse, whether size matters in the NBA, and the recent epidemic of larping Knicks fans, we discuss it all on this final episode of the 2025-26 NBA season. (0:12): Intro(3:56): First Thoughts/Reactions to the 2026 NBA Finals(8:39): Breaking Down What Went Wrong for the Spurs(15:13): Thoughts on Game 4(18:15): On Wembanyama and the Bench(23:30): On Whether Size Matters and the Knicks Championship Story(31:40): Jalen Brunson: Greatest Knick of All Time?(34:35): On Larping Sports Fandom(45:10): Final Thoughts and OutroCome connect with Sports Counsel via:TwitterInstagramFacebookThreadsJoin our Discord as well!

The 2026 NBA Finals are officially set: the New York Knicks will face off against the San Antonio Spurs for the NBA championship. I am joined by G and Vivek to discuss everything you need to know about this year's Finals, including how both teams got here, strategies to watch for, key players, and our predictions for who we think will win it all. (0:12): Intro(1:16): A Final Word on the OKC Thunder(10:46): 2026 NBA Finals: Team Breakdowns(19:49): Biggest Question of the Finals(26:44): Defensive Strategy and Matchups(42:20): On Pressure, Role Players, and the Biggest Surprise of the Finals(47:56): Finals Predictions(53:20): OutroCome connect with Sports Counsel via:TwitterInstagramFacebookThreadsJoin our Discord as well!

And then there were four: the Oklahoma City Thunder, New York Knicks, Cleveland Cavaliers, and San Antonio Spurs are the final four teams left competing for the 2026 NBA championship. I am joined by G and Dillon to break down how each team managed to advance from the Conference Semifinals and discuss what each team still needs to do in order to advance to the NBA Finals.(0:12): Intro(3:28): Cavaliers-Knicks(17:05): Spurs-Thunder(34:04): Conference Finals MVP Predictions(35:34): OutroCome connect with Sports Counsel via:TwitterInstagramFacebookThreadsJoin our Discord as well!

The first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs came with a lot of long series and a couple of shocking results. I am joined by G and Dillon to react to the biggest upsets, including who was the biggest disappointment of the first round. Plus, we preview and predict the upcoming Conference Semifinals.(0:12): Intro(4:12): Biggest Disappointments of the First Round(21:28): Knicks-Sixers(30:15): Spurs-Timberwolves(34:38): Cavaliers-Pistons(40:18): Lakers-Thunder(47:30): OutroCome connect with Sports Counsel via:TwitterInstagramFacebookThreadsJoin our Discord as well!

The 2026 NFL Draft is set to kick off in Pittsburgh! Our draft analyst G unveils his one and only mock draft for this year’s first round, complete with shocking player selections and scouting reports on who to watch for. This is the one mock draft you don’t want to miss.(0:12): Intro(6:52): Pick #1(14:31): Picks 2-3(20:30): Picks 4-5(26:37): Picks 6-8(32:55): Picks 9-13(42:43): Picks 14-16(49:14): Picks 17-19(53:47): Picks 20-23(58:32): Pick 24(1:02:52): Picks 25-28(1:09:01) Picks 29-32(1:12:29): Final Thoughts, Predictions and OutroCome connect with Sports Counsel via:TwitterInstagramFacebookThreadsJoin our Discord as well!

The 2026 NBA Playoffs are finally here! I am joined by G and Dillon to preview and predict every matchup in the Play-In Tournament, the first round playoff series, and even the NBA Finals. Plus, we reveal who we would vote for to win this year's MVP award. (0:12): Intro and March Madness Bracketology Winner(3:35): Eastern Conference Play-In(8:26): Western Conference Play-In(13:10): Thunder and Pistons Series(15:39): Knicks-Hawks Series(20:12): Cavs-Raptors Series(23:55): Rockets-Lakers Series(29:35): Celtics Series(32:48): Spurs Series(38:46): Timberwolves-Nuggets Series(46:05): Our Finals Predictions(54:05): Our Votes for MVP(1:01:15): On the 65 Game Rule(1:04:48): Outro

NFL Free Agency 2026 is officially underway! I am joined by G and Bryant to react and discuss the fantasy implications of all the biggest moves and signings, including Mike Evans to the Niners, Kenneth Walker to the Chiefs, Tua Tagavailoa to the Falcons, and many more.(0:12): Intro(5:04): Baltimore Backs Out, Crosby Comes Back(15:05): From Tampa Bay to the Bay Area: Mike Evans to the Niners(25:03): Kenneth Walker to the Chiefs(33:48): Travis Etienne to the Saints(39:09): Malik Willis to the Dolphins, Tua to the Falcons(50:36): The Pittsburgh Pickups(56:28): Alec Pierce Gets a Mega Deal(59:50): DJ Moore to the Bills(1:02:17): Other Free Agent Signings(1:05:00): Free Agency Week 2 Predictions(1:10:55): OutroCome connect with Sports Counsel via:TwitterInstagramFacebookThreadsJoin our Discord as well!

Super Bowl 60 is officially in the books. I am joined by Dillon and G to discuss our final thoughts and reactions to Super Bowl 60, including how the Seahawks managed to completely shut down the Patriots and the overall Super Bowl experience in SF. Plus, with Valentine’s Day coming up, we play some NFL Matchmaker for some of the biggest names expected to be available this offseason.(0:12): Intro(3:22): The Super Bowl Experience in SF(9:02): Super Bowl Recap and Reactions(10:03): Takeaways from the Game(26:34): Patriots Defense vs the Seahawks Offense(31:42): Odds on Either Team Returning?(36:26): On the Halftime Show and Commercials(42:04): Offseason Matchmaker Intro(42:46): Kyler Murray(45:56): Tua Tagavailoa(50:01): AJ Brown(55:49): Maxx Crosby(59:13): Final Matchmaking Predictions(1:03:40): OutroCome connect with Sports Counsel via:TwitterInstagramFacebookThreadsJoin our Discord as well!