The Dan Patrick Show

Hour 3 – Most Valuable Danette, Reggie Miller, Merry Christmas
Date: December 23, 2025

Episode Overview

This lively holiday edition of The Dan Patrick Show blends festive clubhouse banter, annual staff superlatives (including the humorous “Most Valuable” and “Least Valuable” Danette awards), and a deep-dive NBA conversation with Hall of Famer Reggie Miller. Amid laughs and friendly ribbing, the crew tackles basketball headlines, playoff implications, and reflects on the evolving landscape of the NBA—all while keeping things light with Christmas cheer and a side of biscuits and gravy.

Key Discussion Points & Segments

1. Danette Awards: MVP and LVP (02:41, 07:25, 12:15, 13:05)

• Most Valuable Backroom Guy
  The crew guesses who will receive the coveted “Most Valuable Backroom Guy” (MVBRG) trophy.

  • Jay wins, in a surprise upset—with a humorous scramble to locate him for the presentation.
  • Mario loses the trophy and, for incorrectly betting on Dylan, is set to receive a pie to the face later.
  • Dan shouts: “Jay was not on the board. And I did say to the big German … he will get a pie to the face coming up at the end of the show.” (10:45)
  • Seaton quips about the awkward logistics of retrieving Jay for his win: “One of the BRGs had to go get Jay to bring him out here … See, that’s a guy.” (11:19)

• Most Valuable/Least Valuable Danette

  • Dan runs through the envelope results amid friendly trash talk and dramatic reveals:
    • Least Valuable Danette (LVD): Todd "Fritzi" Fritz wins by a landslide, which Dan describes as, “It wasn’t that close. Fritzi won by 2,500 votes.” (13:32)
    • Most Valuable Danette (MVD): Fritzi also takes MVP by only 100 votes, pulling off the rare “daily double” (both best and worst). (14:14)
    • Dan captures the irony: "You're really good and really bad … You're kind of like a home run hitter who strikes out. You're Adam Dunn." (14:27)
    • Seaton on Todd’s dynasty run: “Somehow Todd has won five of the last six [MV Danettes]. It’s like a dynasty.” (15:18)
    • Todd embraces the role: “Giveth and taketh away. That’s what happens.” (14:32)

2. NFL & Poll Questions: Playoff Races and Hall of Fame Talk (04:51, 05:20, 05:41)

• Poll Recap:

  • "Do you prefer to host or travel for the holidays?"—60% prefer to host.
  • "Who's more to blame for the USC-Notre Dame rivalry ending?"—Notre Dame 58%.
  • Paul asks whether Philip Rivers is helping or hurting his Hall of Fame chances by continuing to play: “I think he’s lightly helping his Hall of Fame case because he doesn’t have a big hook besides numbers and longevity…” (05:41)

• NFL Playoff Implications:

  • Colts' loss clinches playoff spots for Bills, Jags, Chargers.
  • Dan highlights the 49ers’ hot streak after Brock Purdy’s five-TD performance.

3. Crew Banter and Holiday Vibes (06:32, 07:14)

• Playful back-and-forth about the best way to eat biscuits and gravy.
• Todd admits dipping the whole biscuit, Seaton jokes about personal eating freedoms.
• “Who has it better than we did? Nobody.” — Running inside joke after a hearty breakfast (06:32)
• Fritzi starts off the next year's LVD candidacy strong with a few "holiday names" later in the show.

4. Reggie Miller Interview: NBA Insights, League Evolution, and Personal Stories

(20:51–40:39)

a. On Professionalism and Upbringing

• Reggie credits his military dad for a sense of discipline and punctuality:
  • “If you’re five minutes early, you’re really five minutes late. I just like to be prepared. I like things to work, as everyone knows.” (22:07)
• Admits he still makes the bed at home—“Can you make the bed better than your wife?” “Absolutely.” (23:10)

b. League Agitators & NBA Drama

• Dan asks how Dylan Brooks/LeBron compares to Rodman/Malone; Reggie reveals they share an agent (Rich Paul), questions if the drama is real or for show: “I don't know if it's an act or for show or if it's real, but it's popcorn. I'm gonna tune in.” (23:35)
• On Draymond Green’s recent outburst: “I applaud Draymond for removing himself … But where there’s smoke, there’s fire.” (24:26)

c. Thunder, Spurs, and Chasing Regular Season Records

• Discusses whether the Thunder should chase 73 wins or focus on staying healthy for playoffs: “I don’t think winning and eclipsing that Golden State record is that important … Playing well the end of March and April … is the most important thing. As long as health. That’s the number one key.” (26:47)
• On Sam Presti’s draft-building model and the Spurs' ahead-of-schedule trajectory: “You build through the draft … They have a generational type player.” (33:44)

d. Side Deals, NCAA Stories, and NIL

• Dan raises the topic of under-the-table payments to NBA stars; Reggie admits it “absolutely happens,” especially via sponsors or appearances: “It happens. But they got caught.” (29:25)
• Reggie’s best NCAA perk: free housing in Bel Air as a UCLA player—“I was the original Fresh Prince of Bel Air.” (30:20)
• His dad’s insistence on not owing favors kept things in check: “My dad didn't want other people having favors over you … Pops was kind of—he had a hand on it as well.” (31:14)

e. Courts, Evolution of the Game, and NBA's Future

• Reggie on flashy NBA Cup courts: “It wasn’t so much them being slippery, it was sight lines. And they were so bright for a shooter … the glare would be a little bit outstanding. But look, it’s a marketing thing … that's where we're at with this.” (31:50)
• The worst (and best) NBA arenas to play in:
  • Sports Arena (old Clippers) = “Terrible for your knees.” (32:32)
  • MSG (Madison Square Garden) = “It is the best arena in my opinion … the best place to play. The best by far.” (33:10)
• On Wembanyama: Defense compared to a hybrid of Hakeem Olajuwon and Dikembe Mutombo, with a nod to Ralph Sampson: “Sampson at that size was ahead of the game as well … Hall of Famer Ralph Sampson was great at both ends of the floor. A lot like Wimby.” (34:54)
• On the game's evolution:
  • Predicts a four-point line in 10 years: “I would not be surprised if there’s a four-point line.” (36:31)
  • Unlikely to ever remove the three: “That will never happen. That adds too much flair.”
  • “I would love to see a little bit more inside play … The game has become international, universal.” (37:37)
  • Widening the court considered, but “you’re taking revenue away from these owners.” (38:02)
• On a European NBA Conference: “A European basketball league is coming. You’re going to have, you know, Madrid and Barcelona and, you know, Italy … That’s coming. It’s coming soon.” (39:33)

Notable Quotes (Speaker, Timestamp)

• Dan (to Reggie): “You’re really good and really bad … like a home run hitter who strikes out. You’re Adam Dunn.” (14:27)
• Reggie Miller: “If you’re five minutes early, you’re really five minutes late. I just like to be prepared.” (22:07)
• Reggie Miller: “I applaud Draymond for removing himself from the situation … But where there’s smoke, there’s fire.” (24:26)
• Reggie Miller: “It absolutely happens because you have so many sponsors in house where it could be a commercial here or an appearance, a few appearances here … It happens. But they got caught.” (29:25)
• Reggie Miller: “I was the original Fresh Prince of Bel Air … I did have a nice free housing in Bel Air.” (30:20)
• Reggie Miller: “MSG … is the best arena in my opinion … It is the best place to play. The best by far.” (33:10)
• Reggie Miller: “Ten years from now, dare I say, there may be a four-point shot.” (36:31)

5. Festive Finale: Todd’s Holiday Themed Sports Names & Must-Win Games (44:44)

• Todd unleashes his classic “Christmas sports names” (e.g., “St. Nick Faldo,” “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, Ralphie Sampson,” and “Let it JT Snow”). (44:44)
• Everyone names their “most must-win game of the weekend” for NFL/college—Bills, Texans, Colts, and Raiders are discussed as teams with high stakes. (45:35)

Memorable Moments & Tone

• The entire crew’s self-deprecating humor and effortless banter highlight why the Danettes are fan favorites—especially Todd’s unique brand that lands him both MVP and LVP honors.
• Reggie Miller’s interview showcases a perfect mix of personal anecdotes, league insight, and open speculation about the NBA’s future—with plenty of laughs about “Cato Kaelin with a jump shot” (30:59) and memories of red-white-and-blue ABA balls.
• Mario’s on-air flubs and subsequent pie bet keep the show light and inclusive; even staff blunders become comedy fuel.

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Danette Awards (MVBRG/MVD/LVD): 02:41, 07:25, 12:15, 13:05
• NFL Poll/Playoff Talk: 04:51 – 06:32
• Danette breakfast antics: 06:32 – 07:25
• Reggie Miller Interview Start: 20:51
  • Punctuality/Upbringing: 21:19–23:10
  • NBA Agitators & Draymond Green: 23:35–24:26
  • Thunder/Spurs Building via Draft: 26:24–27:54, 33:37–34:49
  • Side Deals & UCLA perks: 29:09–31:14
  • Court conditions & MSG love: 31:50–33:10
  • Evolution of the Game: 34:54–39:33
• Todd’s Holiday Sports Names: 44:44
• Most Must-Win Game Discussion: 45:35

Conclusion

This episode ties together lighthearted office traditions, genuine hoop analysis, and the kind of holiday energy that makes The Dan Patrick Show a December staple. Dan’s dry wit, the crew’s camaraderie, and Reggie’s candor create an hour that's equally entertaining and insightful for fans of sports, pop culture, and festive fun.