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Chris Broussard: My level of concern for Team USA after two straight losses is between a 9 and 10 I UNDISPUTED

Team USA has shown their early struggles while preparing for the Olympic games in two weeks. The Kevin Durant-led American squad suffered their second straight setback yesterday to Australia with a score of 91-83. Patty Mills led the Aussies’ victory with 22 points. The Americans had their chances in the fourth quarter, but a late airball and turnover ultimately sealed the deal for Australia. The only good news and silver lining is that it’s only a pre-Olympics exhibition game. Chris Broussard explains why his level of concern for Team USA is between a 9 and 10 after two straight losses.

Shannon Sharpe: I agree with Khabib, Conor McGregor is no longer what he once was | UNDISPUTED

There’s certainly no love lost between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Conor McGregor. After McGregor’s latest loss to Dustin Poirier, Khabib said, ‘When money and fame come, these two things show who you are. And what has [McGregor] done? …With him, no, I don’t believe [he’ll return to the top]. Conor has good age [32], but what happened with his mind, legs — this guy is finished, but he’s good for promotion.’ Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe have to say about Khabib’s comments towards McGregor.

Skip Bayless: I'm not buying Giannis as a playoff superstar yet, so I rank him a 4 in trustability I UNDISPUTED

Giannis Antetokounmpo has clearly shaken off any rust and doubt following the knee injury he sustained before the NBA Finals. The Milwaukee Bucks’ star became the second player in history to generate at least 40 points and snag 10 rebounds in back-to-back Finals outings. The only other player to do so was Shaquille O’Neal. Now, Giannis and Milwaukee are on the heels of the Phoenix Suns heading into Game 4 as they look to tie the series tomorrow night. Skip Bayless explains why he gives Giannis a 4 in trusting him as a playoff superstar.

Shannon Sharpe: I’m concerned for Team USA’s basketball team, it’s not constructed very well | UNDISPUTED

Before winning a gold medal, Team USA needs to show they can win a game first. The Kevin Durant-led American squad suffered their second straight setback yesterday as they lost to Australia 91-83. Patty Mills led the way for the Aussies with 22 points. The Americans had their chances late, but a late airball and turnover ultimately did them in. The only good news is it’s only a pre-Olympics exhibition game. Hear what Shannon Shannon Sharpe has to say about Team USA’s rough start.

Chris Broussard: Game 3 showed that Giannis is a monster with his mental toughness, something I waited to see all year I UNDISPUTED

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks came roaring back last night with a 120-100 win over the Phoenix Suns in Game 3. Giannis dropped 41 points and grabbed 13 rebounds while also going 13-of-17 from the free throw line. Chris Paul and Devin Booker were kept in check by the Bucks’ defense, scoring only a combined 29 points while shooting 18 percent from three. Chris Broussard discusses his biggest takeaway from the Bucks’ Game 3 victory.

“Giannis is going to be Giannis, the difference is Middleton & Holiday” — Shannon Sharpe on Bucks’ Game 3 win in Finals | UNDISPUTED

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks came roaring back last night with a 120-100 win over the Phoenix Suns in Game 3. Giannis dropped 41 points and grabbed 13 rebounds while also going 13 of 17 from the free throw line. Chris Paul and Devin Booker were kept in check by the Milwaukee defense scoring only a combined 29 points while shooting 18 percent from three. Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe have to say about the Bucks’ big win in Game 3.

Skip Bayless on similarities between Devin Booker and his mentor, Kobe Bryant | UNDISPUTED

Devin Booker finished Game 2 with a game-high 31 points as Phoenix takes a 2-0 lead on Milwaukee. Booker used motivation from his idol and mentor Kobe Bryant, ‘Finish the job, that’s what Kobe would tell me.’ Skip Bayless discusses the similarities between Booker and Kobe.

“Booker and CP3 were sensational” — Shannon Sharpe on the Suns’ Game 2 win over Bucks | UNDISPUTED

The Phoenix Suns took advantage of home court advantage and went up 2-0 last night with a 118-to-108 win over the Milwaukee Bucks last night. Giannis Antetokounmpo had a game-high 42 points but it was the Suns combination of 81 points from Devin Booker, Chris Paul and Mikal Bridges that was too much for Milwaukee to handle. Hear what Shannon Sharpe has to say about the Suns’ big win in Game 2.

Chris Broussard: Bucks can still make this a series, I have them taking Game 3 | UNDISPUTED

The Milwaukee Bucks return home for Game 3 on Sunday and need a crucial win to avoid going down 0-3 to the Phoenix Suns. After being underdogs two straight games, FOX Bet Sportsbook has the Bucks as 4-point favorites on Sunday. Chris Broussard joins Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe to discuss whether the Bucks can even the odds while back in Milwaukee.

“Bucks are not as good with Giannis as the centerpiece” — Skip Bayless on Milwaukee’s Game 2 loss to Suns | UNDISPUTED

The Phoenix Suns took advantage of home court advantage and went up 2-0 last night with a 118-to-108 win over the Milwaukee Bucks last night. Giannis Antetokounmpo had a game-high 42 points but it was the Suns combination of 81 points from Devin Booker, Chris Paul and Mikal Bridges that was too much for Milwaukee to handle. Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe have to say about the Suns’ big win in Game 2.

Skip Bayless: Conor McGregor wants to win UFC 264, but I don’t like his chances of beating Dustin Poirier I UNDISPUTED

Conor McGregor is set to fight Dustin Poirier in a trilogy bout in UFC 264 this weekend. He is looking to avenge a second-round TKO loss to his rival in January. Dana White has said that beating the #1 lightweight contender on Saturday would cause McGregor to quote ‘go down as one of the greatest of all-time.’ The UFC President went on the Herd yesterday and spoke about Conor’s mindset, saying quote ‘There’s no secret that Conor has made tons of money… this kid does things that only 1% of the world can do.. is he hungry enough this Saturday to make another title run? That’s the narrative of this fight.’ Skip Bayless explains why he feels McGregor will unlikely beat Poirier despite his itch to win.

Stephen Jackson: I’m taking Phoenix in Game 2, Bucks can’t make the proper adjustments | UNDISPUTED |

Stephen Jackson joins Shannon Sharpe and Skip Bayless to discuss if the Milwaukee Bucks can make the proper adjusts for Game 2 of the NBA Finals against the Phoenix Suns.

Shannon Sharpe: I would love for Andre Drummond to stay with the Lakers but won’t lose sleep if he doesn’t | UNDISPUTED

Andre Drummond didn’t exactly have the impact that he or Los Angeles Lakers fans had hoped for when he joined the team mid-season. Now it looks like he may not be back next year. After going viral from some tweets about his lack of playing time and retweeting Skip’s post featuring his nickname ‘Kareem Abdul-Drummond,’ (*) the big-man posted some photos of some new t-shirts featuring a gigantic ‘Farewell’ across the top. Shannon Sharpe reacts to Drummond’s new merchandise and what it likely means for the Drummond era in Los Angeles.

Shannon Sharpe: Giannis’ legacy will not be harmed by losing to Suns in the Finals | UNDISPUTED

The Milwaukee Bucks look to even the series against the Phoenix Suns tonight, and they’ll probably need a bigger contribution out of Giannis Antetokounmpo to do so. After surprising everyone by playing just a week after hyperextending his knee, the Greek Freak dropped 20 points and grabbed 17 rebounds in Game 1’s loss and said that he felt great in his return to action. Still, more and more NBA fans are looking for the 2-time MVP to take the series over as action resumes tonight. Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe have to say about Giannis’ legacy if he loses in the NBA Finals.

Drummond or Kuzma? Shannon Sharpe on who’s the better fit for the Lakers | UNDISPUTED

The Los Angeles Lakers were trending on social media last night despite not being in the NBA Finals. Free-agent Andre Drummond seemed to complain about playing time implying in a comment that he wasn’t a dominant big man because of playing time. Meanwhile, Kyle Kuzma made his own social media comment saying ‘soon’ on a highlight of him dropping 41 points in 2019. Shannon Sharpe explains why Andre Drummond is a better fit for LeBron and the Lakers. ‘Drummond can give you 12-14 points and 10-12 rebounds on a nightly basis.’

Skip Bayless: Congratulate Chris Paul, he’s about to win his first NBA Championship ring | UNDISPUTED

Giannis Antetokounmpo gave it a go on his knee last night but that didn’t stop the Phoenix Suns from taking Game 1 at home 118-105. Giannis had 20 points in the loss but it was Chris Paul who kept his momentum from the last round going scoring a game-high 32 points and dishing out 9 assists. Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe have to say about the Suns’ big Game 1 win over the Milwaukee Bucks.

Chris Broussard: The Suns will win GM 1 over the Bucks since they have fast starts and are well-rested I UNDISPUTED

The NBA Finals tips off tonight with the Phoenix Suns seeking their first title in franchise title and the Milwaukee Bucks’ first since 1971. Giannis Antetokounmpo is officially doubtful for the matchup with his knee injury, while Bleacher Report gave the Suns the advantage in three of the five starting positions, along with the bench and coach. FOX Bet Sportsbook also has Phoenix as the favorites for tonight’s series opener. Chris Broussard predicts his winner of Game 1 tonight and breaks down the keys to success for both teams.

Skip Bayless: The Bucks have a great opportunity to steal Game 1 in Phoenix | UNDISPUTED

The Finals tips off tonight with the Phoenix Suns seeking their first title and the Milwaukee Bucks their first since 1971. Giannis Antetokounmpo is officially doubtful for the matchup with the knee injury, while Bleacher Report gave the Suns the advantage in three of the five starting positions along with the beach and coach. And FOX Bet Sportsbook also has Phoenix as the favorites for tonight’s series opener. Hear who Skip Bayless believes will win Game 1 of the NBA Finals.

Shannon Sharpe on CP3 & LeBron’s different stances on the NBA’s shorten offseason | UNDISPUTED

Phoenix Suns’ PG Chris Paul is the Players Association President and he defended this season’s quick turnaround and more compact schedule that some, like LeBron James, have openly criticized. CP3 stressed that it’s a process that involves all the players and conversations are had about every detail. He also said quote, ‘if people don’t like it, then you know everybody has the same opportunity to be a part of all these conversations.’ Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe have to say about CP3’s comments.

Shannon Sharpe: The Lakers should trade for DeMar DeRozan, a guy who doesn’t need to be spoon-fed by LeBron I UNDISPUTED

Bleacher Report posted an offseason trade idea for every NBA team and the one for the San Antonio Spurs actually raised more eyebrows for the receiving team, the Los Angeles Lakers. The Spurs would sign and trade DeMar DeRozan in exchange for Montrezl Harrell, Kyle Kuzma, and the 22nd overall pick. Shannon Sharpe explains why the Lakers should do the deal for DeRozan, who is ‘someone who doesn’t need to be spoon-fed by LeBron James.

Chris Broussard: I’m picking the Suns, but the Bucks’ odds to win the Finals depend on Giannis’ health I UNDISPUTED

The NBA Finals are set between the Phoenix Suns and the Milwaukee Bucks. Milwaukee closed out its series with the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday in a Game 6 victory on the road. Giannis Antetokounmpo remains day-to-day for the Buck. Meanwhile, the Suns have had an extra three days of rest to prepare for the Eastern Conference Champions. According to FOX Bet Sportsbook, the Suns are slight favorites to win their first Finals championship. Chris Broussard predicts his Finals winner and explains why the Bucks’ odds fall on Giannis’ health in their series against Phoenix.

Skip Bayless: My Cowboys’ Hard Knocks season will break record ratings highlighting their 2021 draft class I UNDISPUTED

Skip’s Dallas Cowboys will be featured on Hard Knocks this offseason for the third time in franchise history. Dak Prescott will be returning from a broken ankle that derailed the Cowboys’ 2020 season where they ended with a 6-10 record. Skip Bayless explains why his Cowboys’ 2021 draft class personalities will have Hard Knocks season to break ratings records.

Shannon Sharpe: Chris Paul needs to win the Finals to cement his legacy in NBA history | UNDISPUTED

Chris Paul has racked up hall-of-fame numbers over the course of his 16-year career on the way to 11 All-Star appearances and 10 All-NBA teams. CP3 now has a chance, in his first Finals appearance, to add NBA Champion to his career resume if the Phoenix Suns are able to pull off the win against the Milwaukee Bucks. Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe have to say about whether CP3 needs a championship to cement his legacy in the NBA.

Shannon Sharpe: Bucks have a slim chance against the Suns without a healthy Giannis | UNDISPUTED

The Finals are now set between the Phoenix Suns and the Milwaukee Bucks. Giannis Antetokounmpo remains day-to-day for the Bucks while the Suns have had an extra 3 days of rest to prepare for their Eastern Conference opponent. According to FOX Bet Sportsbook the Suns are slight favorites in the series. Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe have to say about Bucks’ chances to win in the Finals.

Skip Bayless: There’s s a 75% chance Kawhi stays; coming to Clippers’ bench from his suite in GM 6 is good sign I UNDISPUTED

The Los Angeles Clippers made their first trip to the Western Conference Finals in franchise history, but questions still remain on whether they will keep the current roster together. Kawhi Leonard has a player option this offseason and the Dallas Mavericks and Miami Heat are reportedly interested in the two-time Finals MVP. Skip Bayless explains why he feels there’s a ’75 percent change Kawhi returns to Los Angeles.’

Shannon Sharpe reacts to LeBron James and Damian Lillard attending L.A. Sparks game during the Suns’ GM 6 win I UNDISPUTED

While the Phoenix Suns were punching their ticket to the Finals against the Los Angeles Clippers, just across the street at the L.A. Convention Center, LeBron James was making his own headlines. Twitter was buzzing after Damian Lillard and LeBron were both spotted Wednesday night at the Los Angeles Sparks – Las Vegas Aces WNBA game. Social media was quick to jump on the interaction questioning if the two superstars might be teaming up. Shannon Sharpe reacts to the two stars hanging out at the Sparks game and why it ‘didn’t tell him anything.’

Skip Bayless: Patrick Beverley was trying to clown Chris Paul, his apology was sarcastic | UNDISPUTED

After taking a lot of heat for his shove to the back of Phoenix Suns’ Chris Paul, Patrick Beverley decided to apologize on Twitter. The Los Angeles Clippers guard tweeted quote, ‘CP3 emotions got the best of me last night gang. My bad wasn’t meant for you. Congrats on making it to the Finals. Best of Luck.’ Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe have to say about Pat Bev’s apology.

Shannon Sharpe: Give the Giannis-less Bucks credit, but the Hawks will still force a Game 7 | UNDISPUTED

With no Giannis Antetokounmpo or Trae Young on the court, the Milwaukee Bucks were able to take advantage with both team’s star players out last night with the 123-112 win. Four of the Bucks five starters had at least 20 points with Brook Lopez leading the way with 33 as Milwaukee now leads the series 3-2.

Lil Wayne talks celebrating after the Suns’ GM 6 victory and what CP3 said to him postgame I UNDISPUTED

Lil Wayne joins Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe to discuss celebrating after the Phoenix Suns’ Game 6 victory against the Los Angeles Clippers, including what his good friend Chris Paul said to him postgame. Wayne also shares a piece of the duo’s friendship together dating back to CP3’s days in New Orleans and his reaction to Patrick Beverley’s fourth quarter shove.

Chris Broussard: Paul George earned respect this playoffs & put himself in historic company | UNDISPUTED

Paul George couldn’t muster up another big time game last night as the Los Angeles Clippers were eliminated with the 130-103 loss. PG only scored 21 points including just 1-of-6 from 3-point range to go along with 4 turnovers, and his plus/minus of minus 25 was the lowest on the team. After the game, George was disappointed but told reporters ‘I wasn’t out to prove nothing to nobody but to show up as a leader for this team and to put us in position to get to where we got to.’ Chris Broussard joins Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe to discuss PG’s performance in the Clippers loss to the Phoenix Suns.