Is home court advantage not sacred? Road teams have won in each of the conference semifinals of the NBA playoffs and the A to Z guys Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt discuss that with USA TODAY Sports' Kevin Spain. The guys break down a gutty performance by Memphis Grizzlies' guard Mike Conley and talk about Stephen Curry's win and speech from the most valuable player ceremony.
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33 minutes
Aug 16, 2015
Who will be the starting five for Team USA? / With Team USA mini-camp over, Sam Amick of USA TODAY
Who will be the starting five for Team USA? / With Team USA mini-camp over, Sam Amick of USA TODAY Sports discusses how things went in Las Vegas with Kevin Spain, USA TODAY NBA editor. With all the talent on this team, can any other country put together a roster to compete with them? Amick picks his starting five, not an easy task and he spends a couple of minutes with Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley.
45 minutes
Jul 6, 2015
NBA free agency, the rich get richer / As some of the big names in free agency agree to deals,
NBA free agency, the rich get richer / As some of the big names in free agency agree to deals, it's apparent that some of the teams that were already among the best in the league, just got better. Kevin Spain and Sam Amick from USA TODAY Sports discuss the bargain agreement former All-Star David West made with the San Antonio Spurs and the deal Marc Gasol is making to stay in Memphis. A to Z guys Amick and Jeff Zillgitt talk to San Antonio Express News reporter Jeff McDonald about the Spurs getting the top prize in free agency LaMarcus Aldridge and they chat with Dan Woike of the Orange County Register about how the Los Angeles Clippers lost DeAndre Jordan.
20 minutes
Jun 10, 2015
Fastbreak Breakfast âGrizzlies Epilogue Post-Season Salary Cap Special (Vol. 1?)â / âGrizzlies Epilogue Post-Season Salary Cap Special (Vol. 1?)â Keith
Fastbreak Breakfast âGrizzlies Epilogue Post-Season Salary Cap Special (Vol. 1?)â / âGrizzlies Epilogue Post-Season Salary Cap Special (Vol. 1?)â Keith and Jon shatter the free agency pipe dreams of Grizzliesâ fans, but are bully on the teamâs Summer League squad.
1 hour
May 20, 2015
Fastbreak Breakfast Ep. 29 âA Rockets Apology and a Grizzlies Funeralâ / Ep. 29 âA Rockets Apology and a Grizzlies
Fastbreak Breakfast Ep. 29 âA Rockets Apology and a Grizzlies Funeralâ / Ep. 29 âA Rockets Apology and a Grizzlies Funeralâ Chuck has fallen into a breakfast rut and Keith reveals he actually watched some of Clippers/Rockets.Grizzlies fans stick around for The Grizzlies Funeral at the end of the episode where Chuck helps Jon and Keith mourn the end of Memphisâ run.
1 hour
May 14, 2015
Fastbreak Breakfast Ep. 28 âCraft Brewsâ / Ep. 28 âCraft Brewsâ The Chris Paul Hamstring game is discussed, the Austin
Fastbreak Breakfast Ep. 28 âCraft Brewsâ / Ep. 28 âCraft Brewsâ The Chris Paul Hamstring game is discussed, the Austin Rivers eruption is acknowledged, and Tony Allen is celebrated. Keith divulges his annual playoff malaise, Jon has a bone to pick with Warriors fans, and Chuck is mortified by his drink selection.No Grizzlies Epilogue this week, cause pretty much the whole episode is about Memphis.
1 hour
May 1, 2015
Fastbreak Breakfast Ep. 27 âBright Eyed and Bushy Tailedâ / Ep. 27 âBright Eyed and Bushy Tailedâ Chuck is giddy
Fastbreak Breakfast Ep. 27 âBright Eyed and Bushy Tailedâ / Ep. 27 âBright Eyed and Bushy Tailedâ Chuck is giddy over the terrible news for the Cavs, Keith wants to know who has earned themselves some money this postseason, and Jon tries to get to the bottom of exactly what just happened in Milwaukee. Memphis fans stick around for the Grizzlies epilogue, where Jon and Keith paint an optimistic picture for the Grizzlies, while picking the Warriors in 5.
1 hour
Apr 24, 2015
Fastbreak Breakfast Ep. 26 âKarmic Fruitâ / Ep. 26 âKarmic Fruitâ The playoffs are arguably off to a dull start,
Fastbreak Breakfast Ep. 26 âKarmic Fruitâ / Ep. 26 âKarmic Fruitâ The playoffs are arguably off to a dull start, but that hasnât kept the guys from mining some amusement from around the league. Keith wants to revisit the Rondo trade, Chuck turns his disdain to Oklahoma City, and Jon gleefully participates in piling on both teamsâ missteps.Memphis fans stick around for the Grizzlies Epilogue.
1 hour
Apr 17, 2015
Fastbreak Breakfast Ep. 25 Part 1 âArriving Safelyâ / Ep. 25 Part 1 âArriving Safelyâ Â We say our final goodbyes
Fastbreak Breakfast Ep. 25 Part 1 âArriving Safelyâ / Ep. 25 Part 1 âArriving Safelyâ Â We say our final goodbyes to the Miami Heat, debate who the least valuable NBA player this season was, and Keith has a travel tip for you.Memphis fans stick around for the Grizzlies epilogue to find out how you can win playoff tickets for Game 2 against the Blazers.
57 minutes
Apr 10, 2015
Fastbreak Breakfast Ep. 24 âParanoid Conspiraciesâ / Ep. 24 âParanoid Conspiraciesâ Chuck starts connecting the dots between some of the
Fastbreak Breakfast Ep. 24 âParanoid Conspiraciesâ / Ep. 24 âParanoid Conspiraciesâ Chuck starts connecting the dots between some of the off the court issues that recently have plagued the NBA, Jon tries to redeem himself in a much friendlier (easier) Game of Scones, and Keith agrees with his 90 year old grandmotherâs analysis of a Grizzly player.No Grizzlies epilogue this week. You already have all the knowledge you need.
1½ hours
Apr 3, 2015
Fastbreak Breakfast Ep. 23 âRoyalty Freeâ / Ep. 23 âRoyalty Freeâ Which NBA player or team will Keith hex next?
Fastbreak Breakfast Ep. 23 âRoyalty Freeâ / Ep. 23 âRoyalty Freeâ Which NBA player or team will Keith hex next? What does Chuck know about Hassan Whitesideâs ability to share? And how will Jon shame himself in this weekâs Game of Scones? In the Grizzlies Epilogue (which is for everyone this week), Memphisâ potentially perilous playoff seeding is discussed, as is the likely finishing seeds for the other Western Conference teams.
1 hour
Mar 27, 2015
Fastbreak Breakfast Ep. 22 âCircling the Drainâ / Episode 22 âCircling the Drainâ The regular season has turned the corner
Fastbreak Breakfast Ep. 22 âCircling the Drainâ / Episode 22 âCircling the Drainâ The regular season has turned the corner into the final homestretch, and the Fastbreak Breakfast crew is ready to get you there. Trey Burkeâs shooting percentages get a thorough going over, Chuck delves into whatâs really behind Andray Blatcheâs new contract, and the Game of Scones is kinda tough.Memphis fans stick around for the Grizzlies epilogue, where Keith preaches optimism while Jon and Chuck remain unconvinced.