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Emmanuel Acho disagrees with Dak Prescott’s No. 7 QB ranking | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

In a recent QB ranking list, Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott is ranked No.7 right behind Matthew Stafford but above Lamar Jackson. Emmanuel Acho seriously disagrees and makes the case for Dak as the 10th best quarterback in the league.

Emmanuel Acho: Giannis has proven so far in the Finals that he’s clutch and one of the best players right now I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Giannis Antetokounmpo put the Milwaukee Bucks on his back for a huge win in Game 3 against the Phoenix Suns on Sunday. He dominated, scoring a game-high 41 points and grabbing 13 rebounds. He has now scored 40+ points in back-to-back games, putting him just two behind Michael Jordan, who holds the record for four straight games in the Finals. Emmanuel Acho explains how Giannis has proven so far that he should ‘be mentioned along the likes of LeBron, KD, and Shaq in terms of Finals dominance.’

Ric Bucher explains why Giannis has yet to silence his critics | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Ric Bucher joins Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho to explain why Giannis Antetokounmpo has yet to silence his critics after the Milwaukee Bucks fell down 0-2 to the Phoenix Suns in the NBA Finals.

Emmanuel Acho: Devin Booker is leading the early Finals MVP race over CP3 | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

As Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks failed to steal a game on the road, the Phoenix Suns now head to Milwaukee where they hope to take a 3-0 lead. With dominant performances from CP3 and Book, Emmanuel Acho and Marcellus discuss who is the early Finals MVP: Devin Booker or Chris Paul?

Emmanuel Acho: Devin Booker winning a title will make him a bonafide superstar in the league I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Chris Haynes said prior to Devin Booker’s rookie season, former Phoenix Suns’ head coach Earl Watson asked him how good he wanted to be. Booker responded quote ‘one of the greatest to ever play the game.’ He’s in the playoffs for the first time in his sixth season and is only the fifth player in NBA history to average 27+ points and 6+ rebounds. The others include: Rick Barry Lew Alcindor, Julius Erving, and LeBron James. Emmanuel Acho breaks down how Booker fills all of the boxes in on his superstar checklist.

Marcellus Wiley disagrees with Giannis that winning a title with original team ‘means more’ | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

As the Milwaukee Bucks look to even the odds agains the Phoenix Suns in the NBA Finals, Giannis Antetokounmpo told reporters that winning a title with the team you started with ‘means more.’ Hear why Marcellus Wiley disagrees with the Greek freak’s comments.

Emmanuel Acho: Bucks have nothing to worry about after Game 1 loss, they’ll adjust and retaliate | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho discuss the Milwaukee Bucks’ Game 1 loss to the Phoenix Suns in the NBA Finals. Hear why Acho believes the Bucks should be encouraged by the Game 1 loss.

Marcellus Wiley reacts to Aaron Rodgers' comments about focusing on mental health this offseason I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Aaron Rodgers didn’t say a lot this offseason on his public rift with the Green Bay Packers, but the reigning MVP opened up yesterday ahead of today’s charity golf event, ‘The Match.’ Rodgers said that he was very thankful for the opportunity to work on his mental health during the offseason. He also used a proverb saying in part quote ‘Sometimes there’s a lot of wisdom in silence.’ Marcellus Wiley reacts to Rodgers’ comments and explains why they mean that he may not be ‘physically there, but is mentally there.’

Chris Broussard: The NBA Finals without LeBron or Curry is good for the game | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho discuss who would benefit more from winning the NBA championship: Giannis Antetokounmpo or Chris Paul? Hear why Acho believes that if the Milwaukee Bucks’ superstar can win a title, he will placed amongst the all-time greats such as LeBron James and Michael Jordan.

Emmanuel Acho: Giannis winning the Finals at 26 would propel him in the race to all-time greatness | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Wiley & Acho react to KD clapping back at critics over joining the 2016 Warriors | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho react to Kevin Durant clapping back at critics on Twitter over his decision to join the Golden State Warriors in 2016.

Marcellus Wiley: Devin Booker deserves more credit for Suns' success since CP3 chose to team up with him I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Chris Paul is making his first trip to the NBA Finals after 16 seasons in the league. CP3 capped off the Western Conference Finals with a career-high 41 points, but hasn’t done it alone. His backcourt partner Devin Booker is averaging more than 27 points a game in the playoffs. Marcellus Wiley explains why Booker deserves more credit for the Suns’ success than CP3 as the ‘centerpiece and driving force of the team.’

Marcellus Wiley: The success Milwaukee is having without Giannis says a lot | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho discuss their biggest takeaways from the Milwaukee Bucks’ win over the Atlanta Hawks without Giannis Antetokounmpo. Hear why Marcellus believes the Bucks’ success without Giannis says a lot about Milwaukee’s future moving forward.

Marcellus Wiley: Kawhi won’t leave the Clippers when they’re loaded and have the best resources I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Kawhi Leonard had to sit out the Western Conference FInals due to injury and now his future with the Los Angeles Clippers is in question. Kawhi is expected to decline his player option, which would allow him to become an unrestricted free agent. Reports say that the Miami Heat and Dallas Mavericks will make a quote ‘hard push.’ Dallas is considered a big threat because of Luka Dončić and cap flexibility, Marcellus Wiley explains why Kawhi will stay with ‘the better team:’ his Clippers.

Wiley & Acho react to Sha’Carri Richardson’s suspension from US Olympic team for marijuana use | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho discuss Sha’Carri Richardson being suspended from the US Olympic team after testing positive for marijuana.

Wiley & Acho discuss the NCAA’s new rule allowing athletes to profit off names, images and likeness I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

The NCAA’s Board of Directors voted to allow college athletes to sell the rights to their names, images and likeness. The new rule will have some restrictions, but a few of the changes will let athletes profit off of social media, autographs and advertisements. They can also sign with an agent to help them land endorsements. Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho discuss what the new rule means for college athletics.

Marcellus Wiley: Chris Paul broke Patrick Beverly’s will in Game 6 | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Chris Broussard joins Emmanuel Acho and Marcellus Wiley to discuss Patrick Beverley pushing Chris Paul in the Western Conference Finals. Hear why Wiley believes that CP3 broke Pat Bev’s will as the Phoenix Suns advance to the Finals over the Los Angeles Clippers.

Emmanuel Acho explains why Paul George is to blame for the Clippers' loss to Suns in WCF | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Emmanuel Acho and Marcellus Wiley discuss what went wrong for the Los Angeles Clippers during their loss to the Phoenix Suns in the Western Conference Finals. Hear why Acho believes the majority of the blame should be put on Paul George.

Marcellus Wiley determines whether the Cowboys are set up to have a special season | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho sit down to discuss Dak Prescott’s recent comments suggesting the Dallas Cowboys are going to be ‘special’ this upcoming season.

Emmanuel Acho: The growth of CP3’s legacy is on the line in GM 6; we know his floor but not his ceiling I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

The Phoenix Suns are one win away from their first trip to the NBA Finals since 1993. This would be Chris Paul’s first shot at a title in 12 previous playoff appearances but has to beat the Los Angeles Clippers tonight. He has been struggling since his return in Game 3, shooting just under 32 percent with only two threes. Emmanuel Acho explains why CP3’s legacy alone is not on the line tonight, but rather ‘the growth of it.’

Emmanuel Acho: Cam Newton will not win the Patriots’ starting QB position over Mac Jones | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho discuss if Cam Newton can win the starting quarterback position for the New England Patriots over first-round draft pick Mac Jones. Hear why Acho believes that Cam will not be able to beat out Jones for the QB1 position.

Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho react to Scottie Pippen calling Phil Jackson a racist | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Scottie Pippen recently said in a GQ Magazine interview that his former Chicago Bulls’ head coach Phil Jackson’s choice for Toni Kukoč to take the final shot in a 1994 playoff game was a quote ‘racial move.’ Pippen double downed on Dan Patrick when he was asked if he was calling Jackson a racist. The six-time NBA Finals Champion responded saying quote ‘I don’t have a problem with that.’ Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho react to Pippen’s comments towards Jackson about being a racist.

Marcellus Wiley explains why Clippers’ Paul George is unfairly criticized | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho sit down to discuss if Los Angeles Clippers’ star Paul George is unfairly criticized after teammate DeMarcus Cousins defended him against the media.

Emmanuel Acho explains why Damian Lillard should leave Portland to pursue a title | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Ric Bucher joins Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho to discuss whether Damian Lillard should leave the Portland Trail Blazers to better his chances of winning a title.

Emmanuel Acho: KD’s comeback season is a failure for not winning in the title or bust point of his career I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Kevin Durant had a playoffs to remember, averaging 34 points per game, but he doesn’t want any praise. The Brooklyn Nets’ star said quote: ‘I’m getting congratulations. I didn’t do anything. We lost.’ Durant missed last season due to injury, but he added that he already had big games before, saying quote: ‘It didn’t feel like anything special to me because we lost.’ Emmanuel Acho explains why KD’s comeback season with the Nets was a failure rather than a success.

Marcellus Wiley: Paul George is not responsible for the Clippers’ struggles against Suns | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Emmanuel Acho and Marcellus Wiley sit down to discuss whether Paul George is responsible for the Los Angeles Clippers’ struggles as they fall to 3-1 against the Phoenix Suns.

Emmanuel Acho reacts to PFF’s ranking of Dak Prescott as the No. 50th best player in the NFL I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Pro Football Focus recently ranked the top 50 players in the NFL right now and Dak Prescott was No. 50. There are five quarterbacks ahead of the Dallas Cowboys’ star: Patrick Mahomes, Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, and Josh Allen. However, PFF did add if Dak quote ‘returns healthy in 2021, he should be one of the best players in the game once more.’ Emmanuel Acho reacts to Prescott’s ranking and explains why he should be ranked ‘slightly lower’ than No. 50.

Marcellus Wiley loves Kevin Durant clapping back at Scottie Pippen | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Brooklyn Nets’ superstar Kevin Durant responds to Scottie Pippen’s criticism on Twitter. Marcellus Wiley weighs in on the KD’s response. ‘If you come at Kevin Durant, just take this boomerang because it’s coming right back to you.’

Marcellus Wiley: Clippers proved they’re the better team with their defense and the Suns’ slow dynamic I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

The Los Angeles Clippers had their backs against the wall once again, but won Game 3 last night against the Phoenix Suns. Paul George brought out Playoff P with a game-high 27 points. On the other side, Chris Paul returned, but the backcourt led by a masked Devin Booker struggled, shooting 10-for-40 from the field. In a postgame interview, Ty Lue talked about the message he gave PG once they landed in Los Angeles after the tough loss in Game 2, saying quote ‘we wouldn’t be in the position without you..we can’t look at the past, we got to look ahead.’ Marcellus Wiley explains how the Clippers proved they are the better team in Game 3.

Emmanuel Acho: KD can’t be compared to Michael Jordan when his gifts don’t match his accomplishments I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

There is another debate in the NBA world, this time about gifted talent and skills. Scottie Pippen threw shade at Kevin Durant recently, saying that he has not yet reached LeBron James’ level. On the other hand, KD’s former coach Steve Kerr did the exact opposite, when compared him to his former Chicago Bulls’ teammate Michael Jordan. He said quote ‘I think he’s more gifted. Kevin is an entirely different breed; 6’11 with guard skills, unlimited three-point range, passing, shot blocking at the rim, it’s just stunning.’ Emmanuel Acho explains why KD can’t be more gifted than Jordan due to the mental aspect of it.