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Shannon Sharpe: All the pressure is on the Clippers, the Mavericks smell blood | UNDISPUTED

The Los Angeles Clippers are down 0-2 to the Dallas Mavericks, and now face a virtual must-win as the series shifts to Dallas on Friday. However, for better or worse, LA is still confident they’ll get the job done, with Ty Lue telling reporters he wasn’t concerned at all. Lue continued quote ‘We gotta win four games and you come onto the opposing team’s floor and you play, there’s no pressure on you to make shots because you’re just trying to come in and steal one game or two games. Now they gotta go home and try to keep up the same shooting. It’s easy to come on the road and do that when there’s no pressure.’ Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon have to say about Ty Lue’s response to being down 2 games.

Chris Broussard: The Suns still have life in them despite the Lakers’ Game 2 win I UNDISPUTED

The Los Angeles Lakers evened their series with the Phoenix Suns last night after a 109-102 victory. Chris Paul was limited for the Suns, only playing seven minutes in the second half as his injured right shoulder clearly bothered him. However, with the way Anthony Davis and LeBron James played down the stretch, it may have not made a difference. The duo combined for 19 points in the fourth quarter and Frank Vogel raved about them after the game, saying quote ‘Those are two of the top five players in the NBA. We have a formula where those guys carry a big load, especially at crunch time.’ Chris Broussard rates the reigning champs’ Game 2 win over the No. 2 seeded Suns.

“AD & Andre Drummond were exemplary” — Shannon Sharpe on the Lakers’ win against Suns in Game 2 | UNDISPUTED

The Los Angeles Lakers evened their series with the Phoenix Suns last night after a 109-102 victory. Chris Paul was limited for Phoenix, only playing 7 minutes in the second half as his injured right shoulder clearly bothered him. Still, the way Anthony Davis & LeBron James played down the stretch, it may not have made a difference. The duo combined for 19 Pts in the 4th quarter, and Frank Vogel raved about them after the game, saying quote ‘Those are two of the top five players in the NBA. We have a formula where those guys carry a big load, especially at crunch time.’ Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe have to say about the Lakers’ win in Game 2.

Skip Bayless reacts to the Clippers going down 2-0 against the Mavericks | UNDISPUTED

The Dallas Mavericks took a 2-0 series lead on the Los Angeles Clippers after a 127-121 victory at Staples. Dallas had another great shooting night in which they shot 18-of-34 from 3-point range, and Baby Bird himself Luka Doncic led the way with a team-high 39 points. But despite 41 Points for Kawhi Leonard and 28 for Paul George, the Clippers just couldn’t make stops when it mattered down the stretch. LA has now lost 5 straight playoff games dating back to their collapse in the Orlando bubble last year. Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe have to say about the Mavericks taking a 2-0 lead over the Clippers.

Skip Bayless: Nets are currently the best team in the NBA, they’re on a different level | UNDISPUTED

The race in the Eastern conference is heating up. The Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers both got Game 1 wins over the weekend and the Milwaukee Bucks blew out the Heat last night by 34 points to go up 2-0 in their series. The Nets have an opportunity to also go up 2-0 on the Boston Celtics tonight and find themselves as nearly double-digit favorites according to FOX Bet Sportsbook. Hear who Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe believe is the best team in the Eastern Conference.

Skip Bayless: Game 2 is do-or-die for Kawhi’s Clippers I UNDISPUTED

Game 2 of the Clippers – Mavericks series tips off tonight at 7:30 in Los Angeles. The Clippers will look to do a better job slowing down Dallas, especially Luka Dončić, who went for 31 points, 10 rebounds, and 11 assists in the Mavericks’ Game 1 win. Kawhi Leonard and Paul George will look to even up the series after the duo went 3 for 14 from the three-point line in Game 1. Skip Bayless explains why Game 2 is do-or-die for the Clippers against a gritty Dallas team.

Shannon Sharpe: I expect greatness from LeBron and Anthony Davis in Game 2 against the Suns | UNDISPUTED

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are back in action tonight as they hope to avoid falling down 0-2 to the Phoenix Suns. Both LeBron and Anthony Davis will be looking to bounce back after disappointing performances in Game 1 of the series. After practice yesterday, Frank Vogel said that he plans on treating LeBron as if he is healthy when it comes to playing time moving forward. Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe have to say about Game 2 of the Lakers-Suns matchup.

Shannon Sharpe: Aaron Rodgers’ relationship with Packers is “beyond repair” | UNDISPUTED

Aaron Rodgers did not show up to the Green Bay Packers organized team activities but we have finally heard from the quarterback in an interview. The Green Bay QB said quote ‘anything is on the table at this point.’ Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe have to say about Rodgers speaking publicly for the first time during his riff with the Packers.

Shannon Sharpe reacts to Trae Young’s sensational game-winning shot against Knicks in Game 1 | UNDISPUTED

Trae Young did not disappoint in his playoff debut. He finished with 32 points and led the Atlanta Hawks to a 107-to-105 win over the New York Knicks on the road. Trae scored the game-winning bucket as well as 7 of the team’s final 10 point down the stretch. After the game Trae said quote, ‘When you’re in the zone, and everybody’s chanting ’F you!’ it got real quiet at the end.’ Hear what Shannon Sharpe has to say about Trae Young’s impressive shot.

Chris Broussard: LeBron James wasn’t good, but Anthony Davis was very bad and to blame for the Lakers’ loss I UNDISPUTED

The Los Angeles Lakers came up short in Game 1 against the Phoenix Suns. LeBron James’ 18 points was the most of any Laker in the nine-point loss. Anthony Davis didn’t contribute much, finishing the game with just 13 points off 5-for-16 from the field. After the game, Davis said he took quote ‘full responsibility’ for the loss and added that ‘There is no way we are winning a game, let alone a series with the way I played.’ Chris Broussard explains why despite James’ bad performance, he feels Davis is to blame for the Lakers’ loss from his ‘abysmal’ play.

Skip Bayless: Clippers “choked their brains out” in Game 1 loss to Mavericks | UNDISPUTED

Luke Doncic couldn’t be slowed down over the weekend in Game 1 against the Los Angeles Clippers. The Dallas Mavericks star dropped a 31-point triple-double in 113-to-103 win. Kawhi Leonard and Paul George combined for 49 points but were also only 3 of 14 from 3-point range. Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe have to say about the Clippers’ Game 1 loss to the Mavs.

“Lakers weren’t ultra aggressive, that can’t happen” — Shannon Sharpe on L.A.’s Game 1 loss to Suns | UNDISPUTED

The Los Angeles Lakers came up short yesterday in the first game of their series against the Phoenix Suns. LeBron James’ 18 points was the most of any Laker in the 9-point loss. Anthony Davis didn’t help out much more scoring only 13 points. After the game Davis said he took quote ‘full responsibility’ for the loss, adding ‘There is no way we are winning a game, let alone a series with the way I played.’ Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe have to say about the Lakers Game 1 loss.

Skip Bayless: If Russell Westbrook plays well like last night, the Wizards will be a handful for the Sixers I UNDISPUTED

After falling short in the 7 versus 8 seed play-in game against the Boston Celtics, Russell Westbrook would not be denied a playoff spot for the eighth seed last night. The all-time triple double leader finished with 18 points, 15 assists and a plus-minus of plus 30 in the 142-to-115 victory over the Indiana Pacers. Scott Brooks gave high praise for Westbrook, saying quote ‘he is a hooper that just plays the right way and hard. I knew he wanted to come back better.’ Skip Bayless explains how the Wizards can be a handful for the Sixers if Westbrook plays well.

Shannon Sharpe: I don’t believe Deontay Wilder has become a better boxer, I’m taking Tyson Fury | UNDISPUTED

We’ve got big news out of boxing as it looks like we are going to get a 3rd fight between Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder. The two fighters have reportedly agreed to a fight in July after an arbitrator ruled that Fury was contractually obligated to give Wilder a rematch. The first fight ended in a draw back in 2018 while the second match ending in a Fury TKO last year. Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe have to say about the rematch.

Shannon Sharpe: An injured LeBron can still lead the Lakers to the Finals | UNDISPUTED

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are officially in the playoff field after their win in the play-in game against the Golden State Warriors but if they are going to win their second straight title, LeBron’s ankle is going to need to hold up. LeBron said after the game on Wednesday that his ankle is good but ESPN reported that we need to be concerned about LeBron as he’s playing on one leg. The King won’t get any sympathy from the rest of the league as the Brooklyn Nets Big 3 is looking to bring a ring back to Brooklyn while the Los Angeles Clippers appear to be the biggest challengers in the West. Hear who Shannon Sharpe believes will reach the NBA Finals.

Shannon Sharpe: Jags officially signing Tim Tebow is going to rub people wrong in the Jacksonville organization | UNDISPUTED

Tim Tebow has reportedly signed his contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars this morning but former NFL quarterback and brief New York Jets teammate, Greg McElroy, warns the Jaguars it might not want to put Tebow at tight end. McElroy said the Jets quote, ‘tried switching him to tight end, and he wasn’t good.’ The former quarterback continued saying quote, ‘Tim is a good dude and I hope the best for him. But it’s a sideshow, and that’s what it will become training camp time.’ Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe have to say about the Jaguars official decision to sign Tim Tebow.

Skip Bayless grades Steph Curry’s performance in lost against LeBron James and the Lakers I UNDISPUTED

Steph Curry finished with a game-high 37 points in the Golden State Warriors’ loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. Curry did all he could to keep his team in the game and had an opportunity late to send the game to overtime, but could not reel in the inbound pass with two seconds remaining for a game-tying three pointer. Skip Bayless grades Curry’s performance and breaks down why he earned it in Golden State’s tough loss in Los Angeles.

Chris Broussard: The Lakers are more vulnerable than we expected | UNDISPUTED

Chris Broussard joins Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe to discuss LeBron James’ game-winning three-pointer against the Golden State Warriors. Hear why Broussard believes the Lakers are more vulnerable than recently expected heading into the rest of the playoffs.

"Long live the King" — Shannon Sharpe reacts to LeBron's game-winning shot over Curry's Warriors | UNDISPUTED

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers were able to fend off Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors in the 7 versus 8 play-in game last night. All knotted up at 100 with a minute left LeBron threw up a deep 3-pointer to avoid a shot clock violation. After the game LeBron said quote, ‘after Draymond Green’s finger to the eye, I was literally seeing three rims out there, so I just shot at the middle one.’ Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe have to say about Lebron’s game-winning shot against the Warriors.

“Kobe worked harder, MJ worked smarter,” — Tim Grover on the key differences between training MJ & Kobe | UNDISPUTED

Tim Grover trained the one and only Michael Jordan and some of the world’s most elite athletes, and he’s also got a new book out: ‘Winning: The Unforgiving Race to Greatness.’ Tim Grover joins Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe to discuss the differences between training Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant.

Skip Bayless breaks down why Tom Brady should be ranked as the No. 1 quarterback into 2021 I UNDISPUTED

Today’s “Hot Topic of the Day” focuses on NFL quarterback rankings. Pro Football Focus released their quarterback rankings of all 32 starters heading into the 2021 season. They have Patrick Mahomes in the top spot and Tom Brady in second. Aaron Rodgers closes out the top three and Russell Wilson is ranked fourth. Skip Bayless reacts to the rankings and explains why Brady should be in the No. 1 spot heading. into the 2021 NFL season.

Shannon Sharpe gives his prediction for Lakers vs. Warriors play-in game | UNDISPUTED

The Los Angeles Lakers face off against the Golden State Warriors in tonight’s play-in matchup. We’re used to seeing LeBron James and Steph Curry lock horns late in the postseason, where Curry and LeBron faced each other in 22 NBA Finals games. And after the Lakers final regular season game on Sunday, LeBron said QUOTE: ‘For our paths to continue to cross in our careers is pretty unique and pretty cool.’ He also said the Warriors have ‘championship DNA.’ Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe have to say about the Warriors vs. Lakers matchup.

Shannon Sharpe on LeBron defending his legacy, “I’m never mentioned with the greats of scoring” | UNDISPUTED

Despite having only one scoring title, LeBron James has averaged 25 points per game for 17 straight seasons. And one day after 33-year-old Steph Curry became the oldest scoring champion since 34-year-old Michael Jordan, LeBron took to social media claim people often overlook his production for another stat. He tweeted his own scoring accomplishment and said QUOTE: ‘Since I was 19 years old! And I’m a pass first guy. Always been. That’s why I’m never mentioned with the greats of scoring huh?? That’s perfect cause I’d rather keep it that way!’ Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe have to say about LeBron defending his legacy.

Skip Bayless: The Clippers aren’t afraid of the Lakers; they did everything possible to play them early I UNDISPUTED

Of the six Western Conference teams that secured a playoff spot, the Los Angeles Clippers were the only ones to finish below .500 in the final 10 games of the season, including losses to the Houston Rockets and Oklahoma City Thunder. This has led to speculation that the Clippers tanked down the stretch in order to avoid an early crosstown playoff matchup with LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. However, one could argue that the Clippers should prefer to play them earlier rather than later in the playoffs while LeBron is rusty and could be 100 percent by June. Skip Bayless explains why he believes the Clippers tanking is “the biggest bunch of hocus-pocus, phony baloney he ever heard.”

Shannon Sharpe: Steph Curry’s Warriors are a dangerous matchup for LeBron & Lakers | UNDISPUTED

Despite ending the regular season on a five-game winning streak, the Los Angeles Lakers will face the Golden State Warriors in the play-in tournament on Wednesday. We’re used to seeing LeBron James and Steph Curry lock horns in the postseason, where Curry is 15-7 against LeBron. And when asked about facing Steph in the playoffs again, LeBron said QUOTE: ‘We’re playing versus, in my opinion, the MVP of our league this year in Steph. We got to be prepared for everything they have. They have championship DNA.’ Hear what Shannon Sharpe have to say about the Lakers vs. Warriors matchup in the play-in tournament.

Ric Bucher: Brooklyn Nets just aren’t looking right, I don’t suspect they make it out of the East | UNDISPUTED

With last night’s win over Cleveland, the Brooklyn Nets locked up the number two seed in the East. And after a long three months, the Nets had their Big 3 available to play this weekend for the first time since February. Kevin Durant, James Harden and Kyrie Irving have only played eight games together this season. But their last game together was before some of the new additions to the team like Blake Griffin and Mike James. Hear whether Chris Broussard and Ric Bucher believe the Nets will make it out of the East.

Greg Jennings: This is the year Dallas must make an impressive run in the playoffs I UNDISPUTED

Dak Prescott said last week that his surgically repaired right ankle feels great and is ready to play a full NFL game. Dallas Cowboys’ head coach Mike McCarthy echoed this weekend saying he believes that Dak will be fully cleared for training camp. After signing a four-year, $140 million extension this offseason, expectations are high for Dak and the Cowboys. Greg Jennings explains why the Cowboys’ offseason moves indicate that they must make the playoffs this season.

Shannon Sharpe gives his Super Bowl prediction following the release of the new NFL schedule | UNDISPUTED

The 2021 NFL schedule was released yesterday and we have a lot to unpack. First, Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers look to repeat as champs after returning all 22 starters on offense and defense. The last team to run it back was the 2003-04 Patriots, so don’t count Brady out. The Kansas City Chiefs also look to make it back to the Super Bowl for the third straight year, but five of their first seven games are against 2020 playoff teams. And the Dallas Cowboys face Tampa Bay, Kansas City, New Orleans and New England all on the road. Hear who Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe believe will end up in the Super Bowl next season.

Skip Bayless: The other NFC East teams don’t have Dak Prescott — my Dallas Cowboys will win the division | UNDISPUTED

The Dallas Cowboys’ 2021 schedule kicks off with a bang when they face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 1. Dak Prescott and the Cowboys will open the season with two straight road games for the first time since 2012 and will also be featured on FOX 10 times. The Washington Football Team won the division last season, but no team has been back-to-back NFC East since the 2003-2004 Philadelphia Eagles. Dallas is looking to extend that trend this season. Skip Bayless breaks down why a healthy Prescott equals to crowning his Cowboys as the NFC East champions.

Shannon Sharpe: Lakers have concluded they’ll be in the play-in as LeBron James misses yet another game | UNDISPUTED

After not playing against the New York Knicks, LeBron James was set to make his return against the Houston Rockets last night, where the Los Angeles Lakers also unveiled their latest championship banner, but for the second game in a row, LeBron opted not to suit up as he continues to recover from a high ankle sprain that have now cost him 25 of the last 27 games. He took to Twitter to let Lakers fans know, saying QUOTE: ‘Getting close but I won’t be in the lineup tonight but more importantly I will be there to put that CHAMPIONSHIP banner in the rafters at Staples Center in front of our fans!!’ Hear what Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe have to say about LeBron’s decision to not play against the Rockets.