JJ recaps the Knicks' Game 1 win over the Pacers, the Timberwolves jumping out to a 2-0 lead over Denver, and where you can find good value in the NBA playoffs. Then, he is joined by The Ringer’s Brian Barrett to discuss Game 1 wins by the Celtics and Thunder, and the potential NY-Boston collision course. Plus, Sam Panayotovich joins JJ to react to the Nuggets being down 0-2, early bartender bets, and early NFL futures picks. Plus, fans share their words to the wise picks for Wednesday night.

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Host: John Jastremski

Guests: Brian Barrett and Sam Panayotovich

Producers: Stefan Anderson, Danny Corrales, Mark Panik, and Baron Damm

Studio Production: Beayanka Kellyman and Alexander Herron

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