Podcast Summary: "Alley Oop 147: DENNIS SCHRÖDER HITS THE GAME-WINNING BUZZER BEATER – Knicks vs Celtics, Brunson Drops 47 & Trae Young Exposed"

Podcast: The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz
Hosts: Dan Le Batard, Stugotz, and company (including Trista and Juju)
Date: December 23, 2025
Setting: Live from the Elser Hotel, Downtown Miami

Episode Overview

This “Alley Oop” episode is a lively, freewheeling roundtable featuring Dan Le Batard, Stugotz, Trista, and Juju, offering their takes on NBA highlights—most notably Dennis Schröder’s buzzer-beater, Jalen Brunson’s explosion against the Heat, and heated discussion about stars like Trae Young, Russell Westbrook, and James Harden. The hosts mix basketball analysis with personal banter, wardrobe talk, and stories that highlight both the game’s serious and silly sides.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Knicks, Celtics, and Brunson’s Big Night (00:33–06:22)

• Knicks Fandom & Apparel Banter

  • Trista and Juju joke about their wardrobe choices, with Trista admitting she just "slept in" her Knicks shirt (00:45).
  • Light-hearted conversation about organizing hats and jerseys in the kitchen (01:24).

• Jalen Brunson’s 47-Point Game

  • Brunson gets praise for his leadership and scoring against the Heat. Discussion extends into musings about Black/White players in the league, specifically referencing Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Josh Hart (03:13–03:34).
  • "[Jalen] Brunson wants that ball. They're moving the offense around quite a bit...but Jalen Brunson still wants that Rocky rock, okay? He's not letting that thing go." (06:39, Trista)

• Celtics Predictions

  • Trista puts her money on the Boston Celtics to win the East (04:10). She points to their top-ranked defense, solid offense, and the grit of role players like Derrick White despite injuries.
  • “This is a team that has all the tools. They've already done it. And they continue to separate themselves.” (04:28)

• Cavs Hot Take

  • Cavaliers get dismissed as “dead” and in need of a breakup, with particular criticism for center Jarrett Allen (05:29).

2. Upsets, Explosive Scoring, and Trae Young’s Woes (07:35–10:13)

• Absurd Scores in the NBA

  • The Bulls beat the Hawks 152-150—without overtime. The crew marvels at the lack of defense.
  • Juju: “Is defense going to be played between these teams? Should we shoot Trae out?” (07:35)

• Trae Young Critique

  • Trista unleashes on Trae’s defensive liabilities: “When Trae Young is back… L’s. The defensive woes...It’s just you. Trae’s gotta go right now.” (08:51)
  • Juju ponders Young’s trade destination, suggesting the Kings might be desperate for star power (09:51).

3. Kings, Clippers, and Russ Westbrook’s Respect (10:45–13:49)

• Schröder’s Game-Winner & Russ’s Heroics

  • Russell Westbrook forced OT with a three, followed by Dennis Schröder’s game-winner.
  • “Russ is the most unfairly criticized guard in the NBA right now, that's active.” (12:32, Trista)
  • Trista sympathizes with Russ’s career trajectory, emphasizing his passion and resilience through adversity, on and off the court.

• Sacramento Kings’ Woes

  • Discussion on the Kings’ recent hardships, lack of star power, and ongoing attempts to remain competitive. Tyrese Haliburton and De’Aaron Fox departures are lamented.

4. Grizzlies-Warriors Beef and NBA Villains (15:06–17:39)

• Dylan Brooks’ Antics
  • Debate over Brooks as a league villain, likening his antics to something Draymond Green “would get suspended for” (15:59).
  • Trista: “Dylan Brooks is a maniac. The way that he punched Steph right in the chest for no damn reason. Come on, son.” (15:59)
  • Exchanges about other teams and the dynamics between old stars and up-and-comers (17:03).

5. The Aging Clippers & Harden’s (Possible) Exit (18:37–22:56)

• Clippers’ Struggles Intensify

  • Zubac injury exacerbates Clippers’ already disastrous year (19:16).
  • Calls to “free James Harden” and find a team where he can make a real impact, with Orlando floated as a dark-horse destination. (19:52)

• Dysfunction by Design

  • Clippers’ “seven” wins in 28 games get roasted. Trista and Juju theorize about what went wrong and why swapping out players like John Collins was futile.
  • Trista on over-tinkering: “Sometimes, sometimes you sometimes like don't change the Recipe… you pretty much had it.” (21:02)
  • “You could lead a horse to water, man, but you can’t make them plant trees, I guess.” (22:56, Juju)

6. “Boy, Stop” Segment: Food Crimes in Public (23:14–25:14)

• NBA Locker Room Gross-Outs
  • Amusing sidebar on Stephen Adams eating a pound of ground beef and eggs before film—causing olfactory distress for teammates.
  • “If somebody brings something nasty to work, I'm poisoning them.” (24:07, Trista, jokingly)
  • Trista shares her own history of eating boiled eggs at a movie theater—“Never again.” (24:33)

7. Closing Banter and Listeners’ Engagement (25:14–End)

• Listeners are encouraged to send funny “boy stop” video submissions and check out their YouTube/website.
• The tone is irreverent and welcoming, maintaining a “family” vibe between hosts and fans.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Jalen Brunson: “Brunson wants that ball…Jalen Brunson still wants that Rocky rock, okay? He's not letting that thing go.” (06:39, Trista)
• On Trae Young: “Trae’s gotta go right now. I don’t know what his trade value is. I don’t know if a team in the NBA wants him.” (08:51, Trista)
• On Russell Westbrook: “Russ is the most unfairly criticized guard in the NBA right now, that's active.” (12:32, Trista)
• On the Clippers’ Mess: “Sometimes, sometimes you...like, don't change the Recipe...you pretty much had it. Why are we changing all these...All these ingredients?” (21:02, Trista)
• Food Talk: “If somebody brings something nasty to work, I’m poisoning them.” (24:07, Trista, joking)
• On John Collins: "John Collins is very talented...he just never produced winning basketball outside of that one year..." (21:39, Trista)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:33-06:22: Knicks vs. Celtics, Brunson’s 47, Celtics’ hopes
• 07:35-10:13: Bulls-Hawks shootout, Trae Young exposed
• 10:45-13:49: Kings win, Westbrook’s passion, Sacramento’s struggles
• 15:06-17:39: Dylan Brooks as league villain, old vs new NBA stars
• 18:37-22:56: Clippers’ collapse, Harden trade speculation, roster mistakes
• 23:14-25:14: “Boy, Stop” segment, locker room food disasters

Overall Tone and Takeaways

Fast-paced and opinionated, this episode blends sharp basketball analysis with unfiltered humor, pop culture nods, and personal stories. The crew’s chemistry makes it feel like you’re eavesdropping on friends at a sports bar, making it accessible to both hardcore basketball fans and casual listeners. Hot takes fly, but there’s also depth—especially around topics like team-building, player value, and the personal side of NBA stardom.

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