Playoffs Decided/Monte Carlo Recap

NBA Playoff and Play in Previews, NHL Playoff spot chase, Tsitsipas' third Monte Carlo title and more this pod.

Timestamps Approximate

Tipping Off in BBall Storylines (02:02) We talk whether the Knicks would prefer to see the 76ers or Heat, Cavaliers prove it or lose it status against the Magic, the Bucks chances without Giannis, in the East. In the West, we talk the strength of the division, the play in preview for Pelicans vs Lakers and Kings vs Warriors. Nuggets and Thunder expectations, another round of Leonard vs Doncic, and the intrigue of the Timberwolves vs the Suns.

Talkin' Hockey (22:15) We cover Auston Matthews 69th (nice) goal, and the race for 70 amidst the decision to play him for which, both or neither of the Panthers and Lighting Match ups. We check in on some live Playoff determining games, as Crosby's chances dwindle despite the outpouring of celebrations of him that have ramped up this year.

Wrapping up in Tennis Talk (28:45) Max talks Stefanos Tsitsipas' Monte Carlo Masters title this past week. Detailing the return to form and the unique suitability of the surface for the former world number 3, as was put on display in his win over Jannik Sinner though we talk the massive asterisk on the match from the missed double fault as well as Tsitsipas's form. Also Rudd still lacking in big final matches, and Rafael Nadal returning to the tour in Barcelona!