The Dan Patrick Show – Hour 3 (Feb 27, 2026)
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This episode dives into the ongoing debate about Robert Horry’s Hall of Fame worthiness, his career with multiple NBA dynasties, the value of role players, and wide-ranging NBA topics. The hour is punctuated by the show’s signature banter, listener calls, and a humorous “Arm-ageddon” contest among the Danettes. Hall of Fame 7-time NBA champion Robert Horry (“Big Shot Bob”) joins for a candid conversation.

Key Segments & Discussion Points

1. Robert Horry on the Hall of Fame & His NBA Career

[05:10–19:09]

• Dan Patrick opens by asking Horry why he isn’t in the Hall of Fame despite 7 NBA titles with 3 different franchises.

  • Horry admits he doesn’t keep up with the selection process to avoid heartbreak, but this is his second year being nominated.
    • “I’m happy but not content.” – Robert Horry [05:46]
  • Discusses being overshadowed by superstars on his teams (Olajuwon, Shaq, Duncan), sacrificing stats for winning, and missing out on honors like All-Defensive teams.
    • “A lot of those guys in the Hall of Fame don’t have what I have, and that’s seven championships.” – Robert Horry [07:06]

• Comparing superstars: If he could pick one, he’d choose 2000 MVP Shaq (over Olajuwon and Duncan).

  • “If you’re giving me the 2000 Shaq, I’m taking Shaq.” – Robert Horry [07:14]

• How would Horry’s Rockets have fared against Jordan’s Bulls?

  • “We would have beat him.” – Robert Horry [07:42]
  • Details the favorable matchups and lack of answer for Olajuwon; notes Jordan’s Bulls did lose (e.g., 1995 to Orlando).

• Jordan vs Pippen: Who’s the better defender?

  • “Pippen. By far. … Pippen is so underrated and underappreciated…maybe Jordan only won because of Pippen.” – Robert Horry [08:41]

• Asked about being a peacemaker between Shaq & Kobe

  • “I’ve never had to play peacemaker…winning solves all problems.” [09:37]
  • Inside stories: Locker room was lighter than the media perceived, the team’s veterans ensured focus when necessary.

2. Current Lakers and NBA Analysis

[10:33–15:28]

• Lakers’ defensive struggles: Horry critiques LA’s overreliance on three-point shooters and under-utilizing defenders:

  • “The NBA is not about threes. It’s about getting buckets. … Golden State has Ferraris when it comes to shooting threes. Everybody else has maybe Mercedes or BMWs.” — Robert Horry [11:29]

• On whether Luka Doncic can play defense:

  • “If you don’t play defense, you don’t win. … The worst term ever used in basketball is a two-way player. That term should be thrown out. That’s only for football.” [12:51]
  • Argues every historically great player played both ends.

• Debates Luka’s athleticism:

  • “He is athletic. … Luka is a beast.” [13:41]
  • Discusses how strength and smarts can compensate for lack of elite quickness.

• Complaining to referees: LeBron’s frustrations are more justified due to physicality.

  • “He doesn’t get the calls like a Shay [Gilgeous-Alexander] does, like a Luka.” [14:31]

3. Personal Stories & SureCo Healthcare Mission

[15:28–19:09]

• On not playing football in Alabama:

  • “My mother said no from Jump street…you’re allowed to play two sports and football is not one of them.” [15:32]

• Alabama pride: Horry reminisces about playing college basketball there, family ties.

• SureCo plug: Horry shares the personal struggle getting insurance for his late daughter, which inspired his involvement in transforming healthcare access for underserved communities.

  • “We’re trying to customize insurance for you to make it work better for you.” [17:53]
  • Heartfelt moment recalling his daughter (passed at 17) and the impact of losing a child.

• Hall of Fame reflection:

  • “Just want everybody to know the Hall of Fame is not about what you did in the NBA. … It’s a basketball Hall of Fame.” [18:42]

4. NBA Rookie Three-Point Records & Steph Curry’s Legacy

[30:14–31:41]

• Discussion of Con Knipple breaking rookie record for threes in a season (59 games, ahead of Steph Curry’s pace).
  • “Knipple is far more athletic than you think…beautiful shot, look at his form.” – Dan Patrick [31:41]
• Will anyone break Curry’s all-time records?
  • “Even if somebody does break that record…his [Curry’s] place is secure. He did change the game.” – Marvin Prince [31:10]
  • Stats shared on Steph's progression, injury setbacks, and shooting volume.

5. Listener Calls: The State of NBA Point Guards & Isaiah Thomas Debate

[25:30–29:15]

• What happened to Isaiah Thomas (late 80s/early 90s) and All-NBA voting?
  • Dan and Paulie discuss Thomas' career, his being underrated, and his sometimes difficult relationship with media and other stars.
  • “I thought he actually was underrated. I don’t think he was well liked outside of the Pistons…but he was a great player.” – Dan Patrick [26:49]
• Comparing Isaiah Thomas and John Stockton as all-time point guards.
  • The Danettes mostly lean Isaiah for “killer instinct,” Stockton for pure point guard play.

6. Featured: “Arm-ageddon” – The Danettes Measure Arm Lengths

[24:22, 32:20–38:01]

• A running joke mirrored after NFL Combine measurements:
  • Danettes measure arm length, riff on what this would mean as athletes.
  • Results: Marvin has the longest arms at 31” (“This is for you… I can hug the trophy. I just can’t grab it.” — Marvin Prince [37:19]), Paul has the shortest (“I can’t even reach Marvin.” — Paul Pabst [36:49]).
• The segment is laced with mock suspense, faux controversy about measurement accuracy (“I don’t know if everybody got measured the same way…” — Dan Patrick [38:03]), and the classic show camaraderie (“Long arms, little hands — that’s the new T-shirt right there.” — Marvin [36:58]).

7. Odds & Ends: Coaching Odds, Big Shot Debates, and Listener Q&A

[44:32–51:08]

• NFL Coach of the Year Odds: John Harbaugh leads, with the Danettes debating candidate credibility.
• Greatest clutch shooters call-in: Who takes the biggest shot: Reggie, Larry, Horry, Ray Allen, or Steph?
  • Dan: “No wrong answer, but I have seen them hit big shots… I probably take Reggie second.”
• Wedding advice call-in: Dan offers, “You fall in love, you stay married because you like each other.”
• This Day in Sports History: Michael Jordan, the first 40-year-old to score 40+ points in the NBA.
• Final show reflections: Armageddon’s aftermath still looms (“Redemption day for Marv.” — Paulie [50:50]), and the usual Friday sign-off.

Memorable Quotes

• On Hall of Fame legacy:
  “The Hall of Fame is not about what you did in the NBA. … It’s a basketball Hall of Fame.” — Robert Horry [18:42]

• On NBA analytics and three-point shooting:
  “Golden State have Ferraris… Everybody else got Mercedes Benz of BMWs.” — Robert Horry [11:29]

• On the value of role players:
  “More players like myself sacrifice their games for everybody else to be better.” — Robert Horry [06:17]

• Arm-ageddon Winner:
  “This is for you… I can hug the trophy. I just can’t grab it.” — Marvin Prince [37:19] “Long arms, little hands — that’s the new T-shirt right there.” — Marvin [36:58]

• On marriage advice:
  “You fall in love, you stay married because you like each other.” — Dan Patrick [48:49]

Notable Timestamps

• [03:13] NFL Combine viewership poll results
• [05:10–19:09] Robert Horry full interview
• [10:33] Lakers analysis and defensive critique
• [15:28] Horry on SureCo, healthcare, and personal story
• [24:22, 32:20–38:01] Arm-ageddon segment & results
• [25:30–29:15] Isaiah Thomas/Stockton debate
• [30:14–31:41] Rookie three-point record & Curry legacy
• [44:32–51:08] Odds, phone calls, and episode wrap

Tone and Show Dynamics

• The conversation is open, candid, and often playful, bouncing quickly from substantive basketball analysis to the Danettes’ competitive (and comedic) antics.
• Horry’s segments are respectful and introspective, touching on career highs and deep personal loss.
• Show banter and “Arm-ageddon” inject levity, reinforcing the camaraderie that defines The Dan Patrick Show.

Conclusion

This hour of The Dan Patrick Show shines a spotlight on Robert Horry’s unique NBA career, the oft-overlooked value of team players, and ongoing debates about basketball greatness. The episode balances serious sports conversation with listener engagement and the group’s enduring humor, making it both informative and entertaining.