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May 2021
1h 23m

Max Kellerman on the Nets, Boxing, and t...

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Russillo shares his thoughts on some story lines heading into the NBA playoffs, including on the Jazz, Suns, Nets, and Bucks (1:30). Then Ryen is joined by ESPN's Max Kellerman to discuss the Brooklyn Nets, the art of ESPN's 'First Take,' the current state of boxing, another Logan Paul exhibition match, and more (19:00). Finally Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (57:00).


Host: Ryen Russillo

Guest: Max Kellerman

Producer: Kyle Crichton

Producer: Steve Ceruti

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