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I like it, buddy. I'm excited. We're going to be in Vegas poolside at this time tomorrow, sipping back on something, doing a fun show. And you guys are all welcome. All the details again at Covino.
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And rich people are like, what's crc? The Covino Enrich convention. We're celebrating in Vegas this weekend. And no worries if you can't make it to circa. We're bringing the fun to you tomorrow. So we're really pumped about it. Leaving right after the show. Right now broadcasting live from the Fox Sports Radio studio. Remember to stream our show, all of our shows on FOX Sports Radios. New and improved iHeartRadio app. And thanks for rocking out with us on the daily. Let's go. Super pumped about game six tonight. Must win for the Pacers. We have lots to talk about. We'll talk about that old school win. 50 hits. We do that every Thursday. We throw it back and reminisce and get you involved. What's going on with you, Dicky Doodle Davis?
Rich
You know, I'm. I'm trying to decide if, if this NBA Finals needs an extension to game seven. Is Halliburton gonna play? Would you play? I know we're gonna dive into all these angles, but I'm so intrigued to see what goes down, you know, within an hour or so. Right. A couple hours from now.
Covino
Super pumped to just watch. I'll be packing up for, for Vegas while watching game six. So we'll dive into that. Plus rings. We gotta talk about rings. Do they matter or do they not matter? Okay. Because I'm hearing all sorts of different things about rings. And who can I ask your girl?
Rich
Can I ask your girlfriend of six years, seven years?
Covino
I mean, why would you say that right before a big party? She's gonna be.
Rich
Sorry.
Covino
Yeah, she's gonna be in Vegas with me. Like, can we.
Rich
My bad.
Covino
Hey, I've already made a few mistakes in Vegas, dude. I don't need to do that again. But now, of course they matter in life, but do they matter in sports? Because someone very prominent in the NBA said no. We discussed that yesterday. And then as of today, there's a lot of other prominent people, teammates of LeBron that are saying they matter a lot. So we'll dive into that we'll talk about watches today if we have time. But let's get into this now. Game six, okc. Okc. Up three games to two. It's a must. Watch Iowa. Sam, you watching? Danny G's got to be watching. He's our resident NBA guru. You guys are tuning in, right?
Danny G
100%. And remember, the Pacers don't lose very often. Back to back.
Covino
True. And you know, Sam's a little jaded because he's so. He's so in that Caitlin Clark zone that nothing really compares to him. And she is bringing the fire. I'm not seeing many people in the NBA bringing the fire. She's bringing. You watching, Sam.
Rich
I saw. I would say I'm looking at a picture of Caitlin Clark singing Sinead o' Connor. Nothing compares to you.
Covino
Nothing compares to you.
Iowa Sam
Mike and I, Mike Lingar, the guy.
Mila
Who runs this place, we will be.
Iowa Sam
Driving to Vegas while the game is on.
Mila
So we'll find it on the radio or on streaming and we will be listening to that game.
Covino
Yeah, yeah. It's exciting. That's fun. So, yeah, we got to be tuned in because the Pacers need to win to push a game seven. It's as simple as that. But the side story is, well, was that Halliburton playing or not? Was a game time decision. But Shams is saying that he's probably going to play. So it's a matter of, well, are we going to take his word for it or not? But we'll find out soon. And we'll stay tuned with Dan Beyer, who's got your updates. All right, Danny G's on the phones at 877-99-FOX. But the question is this, would you play? Do you think he should play? If you're not 100%, do you go out and do your best? Do you sit it out? Does it matter? Because it's the NBA finals. I think it does, but I'll explain because I've always lived by this theory. Again, COVINO and Rich, 87799 on Fox, CRC. Eve. I always live by the theory of if I'm not feeling close to 100% because especially at this age, when are you ever really 100% ever? Yeah, right. But if you're not close to 100%, maybe you sit it out because you're not bringing your best. And then, oh, that's lame at that point. I mean, you're bad company. Like, all right, let's say you had a hot date, but on that night you had a big Pimple on your nose. Are you gonna feel that confident on that date? And I know that's a lame example, but that's just the example. Are you going to feel your ultimate confidence on that date? Are you going to bring your ultimate best? Maybe it's best to sit it out that night. And then when you're feeling better, you bring it all the way. You deliver, you show that you're the man and you leave a great impression. So in life, sometimes I'm, I'm understanding if you sit it out because you're not feeling that great, because sometimes you're just in your head because you're not good company.
Rich
I mean, your example, while ridiculous, is a good one.
Covino
Hey, if it's a sore throw, whatever the case may be, you got, got a bad haircut, who cares? Whatever is making you feel like ass.
Rich
If you got a date with the woman of your dreams, she finally said, yeah, let's get a drink. And you got, as you said, a big pimple right on the tip of your nose.
Covino
Are you gonna bring your best? Especially if it's the woman of your dreams? You want to take that chance on that night? I want to see her. When I'm feeling my dopest, my sweetest, the closest to 100% that I am or that I can.
Rich
But that isn't a little, Isn't that a little bit of a P type of move to say I'm going to sit it out because I don't, because I'm not feeling a hundo percent? I always assume this, especially in the NFL. Danny, I feel like you back me up because every week when the injury reports come out, if a guy on my team who I know is a baller, if he can't play, I'm assuming like, yo, he can't play. Because these guys, you don't think they want to push it, right?
Danny G
Yeah. And the other thing about Holly is that he is a facilitator. I love that word. And he, he's an assist minded guy. He, he wants to pass the ball first.
Covino
Yeah, but is he really helping the team if he's not 100%? That's the question you need to keep in mind. And that's my point in saying, in life, are you really helping yourself if you're going out? If you're not feeling that great, maybe it's best to sit it out. However, these are extreme circumstances. This is the NBA Finals. This is do or die. Your team's got to win. I think you need to show up in this big Moment. But think about it. Could he be hurting the team by playing at 50, 60%? We don't know how hurt he is. And that's also a tough decision. How many times in life where stakes aren't as high, you sit there and you deliberate on, man, should I go to work, should I not? Maybe I could push through. I don't know, should I go to the gym? Should I not? Should I go on this date, Should I not? Because you're just not feeling that great. Those decisions are hard enough, you know, in life. Imagine how he must feel knowing that if he pushes it too hard, he might permanently injure himself. And it's not a guarantee. When you're an investment nowadays, you're not just a basketball player showing heart.
Danny G
What about just emotionally lifting your team up the way Willis Reed did for the Knicks? He limped out. He wasn't the star of that game. A lot of people don't know how that entire game played out.
Covino
Legendary moment. Different era, though, too. That's. That's what we need to keep in mind. Of course, we all want to see Halliburton get out there. The old Daniel Russ is going to fight. Everybody loves the old Daniel. Russell's going to fight. It's a big surprise to everybody. Like, hell yeah, it is lifting. But it's a different world we live in now where, I don't know, guys just don't play with that same amount of recklessness and heart that they used to because they can't. I'm not saying because they don't want to. I'm saying because they can't because of their career trajectory and how much is put on them investment wise. So play or not, I feel like.
Rich
Perception wise and for the team that he's a leader of. For a guy that was doing the Reggie Miller choke symbol against the Knicks, for the guy that's been making some good wise cracks with the media, he's the type of guy that just. His pure presence, like, yo, I'm going to give it a go, is a morale booster to Indiana. I feel like if he sits out, which it doesn't seem like he will, he's going to give it a go. But if he sits out tonight, I feel like, just like you're putting the vibe out there that, like, it's over. Like, yo, he's not even going to give it a go. Season's over. Give it to okc.
Covino
We all want him to play. There's no doubt about it, and it looks like he is. But based on this, we Just posed a question, is it always the best idea? And you know, let me bring up Kevin Durant. Look what happened to him when he wanted to push it and show that he was the man. And, you know, I want to be moral, support and lift the team and spirit and show that I got heart and do it. It set him back with a major injury. So it's not always the greatest thing. And like you said, going on that date, Rich, when you're not feeling that good, maybe you don't bring your best and maybe she thinks you're lame for it and you just see blocked yourself and your potential with that woman. Maybe sometimes a little rest is okay, but again, NBA Finals, a much different story, especially at game six.
Rich
Yeah, I can't imagine if you're a baller and competitor, you're going to want to be out there, especially with your team that you've taken it this far. You're at game six. Listen, there's only potentially one more game after this. And I know you're saying you don't want to risk major injury, but unless your damn leg is hanging off or your shoulders like dislocated and you can't shoot a basketball unless something so dramatic is going on, I think even perception wise, wheel them out or something just to get the theme theatrics going right. The game's in Indiana. Like, get the crowd amped up. Like, there he is, he's playing. Daniel LaRussa is going to fight. Like you said.
Covino
This takes me back to grade school. In fact, Rich, when you'd have a little sore throat, your mom would rub Vicks VapoRub on you. I mean, she rubbed it on me. I don't know if your mom rubbed it on you.
Rich
No, your mom rubbed it on me.
Covino
And she would say, sana, sana culito de rana. And she would give me some Sucrets or chloraseptic, you know, Throwback Thursday sort of stuff. Ludens Pine brothers. And you're like, I don't know if I can go to school. And you sit it out. By the time Price is Right was on, you realized at that point that you probably could have went. And that was the worst feeling ever. I mean, I love playing hooky and sitting out, but, you know, if you like school or if you had a game that day or, yeah, you didn't want to miss gym class or, you know, you wanted to see the hot girl in school, you did feel bad or feel guilty for not showing up. When midway through the day, you realize you probably could have on the highest of levels. Halliburton has to be feeling, man, if I don't go in, I'm always gonna regret it. So that's probably why he's gonna push himself. And the latest update, Sham says he's probably gonna play. But as far as I know, still a game time decision to see whether or not Daniel Russo is going to fight.
Mila
Just.
Covino
I love that the crowd goes wild.
Rich
Cove I. I want to put it in perspective also. What do we see every NFL season when a guy like Joe Burrow or a guy like Lamar Jackson or, you know, someone of that nature gets knocked out of the playoff situation? Like, oh, they'll be back next year. And we often realize that's. That's like lip service. That's like, that's like someone saying, oh, you got pooped on. Oh, that's good luck. Oh, it rained on your wedding day. Oh, that's just good luck. Sometimes you just say things to make people feel better. Indiana is a great team, but with the Knicks getting better, with Boston still being the Celtics, it's not like this. Given where, oh, the Pacers will be the team for years to come, this might be Halliburton and Siakam and these guys. One real chance.
Covino
It's a great point. And you have to go all out, right? But is his 60, 70% better than the next person's? 100%? That's really the question here.
Rich
And we talk recently about those moments where those miraculous, sick games and people playing for something. Like, there's always these moments and for all you know, we're. We're three hours away from, remember that game where Halliburton played hurt and he facilitated, as Danny said, and yo, Indiana, it. They took it at game seven and that's how they won. Like, this might be the story.
Covino
He comes out lacing up his new Puma shoes. Everyone gets all excited. It's a nice theatrical moment. It could be a memorable moment.
Rich
Am I wrong by saying that? Am I wrong by saying the in state, the in arena broadcast team, the scoreboard, the special effects, you don't think that they should play into this? Like, be like, yo, he's gonna play. All right, let's make it grandiosa. Let's make this a deal, you know.
Covino
Oh, I don't think that's what we're sitting on and what we're waiting for. And like I said, I'm on the edge of my seat waiting for Dan Byer to have a sweet update for us on it because that's what we're discussing he's most likely going to play, but is it at the detriment to his team? It's almost like you have to be unselfish here too. What is really best, someone else's 100% or your 60, 70%? And let me give you another example. We mentioned Kevin Durant. What could happen if you overextend yourself to try to be the hero? What about Nestor Cortez last year? Nasty. Nestor hadn't pitched in a month and what did he do? He said all the right things and all the cool things, like, yo, man, if the team needs me, I don't care if I permanently hurt myself. I don't care if it's a career ending injury. I want to win that ring with the Yankees. Put me in there, I'll go all out. Dude hadn't pitched in a month. He goes out, he goes out there and gets shelled. Freddie Freeman hits a grand slam. Game over, set the tone. Game 1 and the Dodgers win the World Series. That's miserable. So his, his 60% set the team back. You see what I mean? Like, I know we all want this heroic story, but at least the other side, it's not always the best decision.
Rich
Hey, Cove, repeat after me just one time. Gibby, meet Freddy.
Covino
Gibby, meet Freddie.
Rich
I know, but think about it.
Covino
That, that was, that was him being almost a little too selfless. I don't know how you want to look at it, but at the detriment of his team, someone else would have probably been better off in that situation than Nestor, who was pitching on All Heart. Again, the intention was, was, was there, but guess what? His arm was not. Freddie Freeman teed off on the guy.
Danny G
Well, Freddie Freeman was playing injured and he was almost a detriment on defense, remember?
Covino
True.
Danny G
So it goes both ways.
Rich
You know what? Yeah. If Freddy's, if Freddy's too much of a wuss, he's not taking that at bat. And he's like, I'm injured, guys.
Covino
But was him showing, was him showing all that heart and saying all the right things really worth it? That set, the Tony Yankees had no shot after that. And that could be what Halliburton brings tonight. Could be not wishing for that at all. And again, that all is speculation on how hurt he really is. We don't know. And it goes back to tolerance. Right. Sometimes you push through and other people stay home. Everyone's different. We'll see how tough he is tonight.
Danny G
Yeah, there's a quote from him. He says it's the finals. I Worked my whole life to get here. If I can walk, I can play.
Covino
I like, I like the attitude, Danny. I mean, that's.
Rich
That's sort of what I was thinking as far as, like, you play your whole life, Kavino. It's there. There are so few people that get this opportunity, the, The. The honor to play in the NBA, the mlb, the NFL. If you are, like, on the borderline of can I play or not, in the biggest game of your life, what's. Has Halliburton played in a bigger game than an elimination NBA Finals game six? You're right. Unless he. Unless he needs to be in a wheelchair. This guy's going to try.
Covino
He's going to try. Let me make this clear, too, on my behalf. I'm. I'm Cavino, that is Rich, Danny G, Sam Beyer. Everybody's hanging out. I want to make it clear that I agree with you. I want him out there. We all want him out there. We want to see a great game 6. We want to see some heroic stuff happen tonight. Want to see him lace it up. We want to see something, like you said, theatrical. But I am just giving you other things to think about. It's not always the best decision. Sometimes it is best to sit out, even. Even though it's tough to sit it out.
Danny G
I'll give you an example of our industry. Chick Hearn. Back in the day, he was going for a record of X amount of broadcasts in a row, and he had laryngitis. It was so bad, you could only make out, like every third word he was saying in the first half of this Lakers game. It was bad. So in our business, it would almost be like if it was a show you guys really needed to do. But you had laryngitis and it was hard to listen to.
Covino
You got to push it through, you know? On a funny note, we have our big event tomorrow from Vegas, right? Hundreds of people showing up from all over the country to party with us at Circa. We're going to be doing it live here on Fox Sports Radio poolside. It's going to be great. And we're going to be boozing and schmoozing and broadcasting and shaking hands and high fives. And Rich Davis here is losing his voice as we speak.
Rich
As we speak.
Covino
He's like.
Danny G
My example hit too close to home.
Rich
I'm gonna wake up tomorrow and I'm like, guys, I'm gonna broadcast.
Mila
I'm gonna do it.
Erica
I'm gonna do it. I'm gonna do it.
Mila
If I have half a Voice.
Covino
Yeah. If I could even whisper, I'm in. All right, Way to go, man. So I just hope that he brings it. I hope we don't see a crappy effort because he's trying too hard where he's, you know, just not at his best. What do you do in life based on that? A Game six, you got to show up. It's the NBA Finals, that's clear if you can. But in life, if you're not 100%, do you show up or not?
Rich
I think a lot of times you sit them out and then you wish you would have, like, your Price is Right theory is, I feel like that's life. So many times we're like, yeah, I'm tired, man, I'm not gonna go out tonight. Then your buddies all have a great time. You're like, man, I really could have gone out very much. Like you said, when you're a kid, 11am hit, you're watching Price is Right, you're playing Plinko with grandma, and you realize that the reality is that was.
Covino
The day they played seven up and you played kickball and oh, you missed that on all the fun. Oh, man. DB what are your thoughts on this, man?
Iowa Sam
Well, I just want to draw a parallel. It's not exact, but I'm curious on your guys thoughts because Halliburton is injured. But it reminds me of the dilemma. Say, like in the Little League World Series, do you want your stud pitcher, who's probably 17 years old, to pitch in that game before you get to the championship game, or do you want him to pitch if you get to that championship game, you want him to pitch in that one? Because I think there's a good chance that Halliburton may not be 100% tonight. And if he's not 100% tonight and plays 40 minutes, he's probably not going to be 100% for Game 7. But if you didn't play him tonight, you have no guarantee that there is a Game seven. And so, like, it may pay off if you held them out and were able to win. But it reminds me, you know, that.
Covino
Little League decision, such a great point.
Iowa Sam
Where you can only have like 60 pitches or, you know, you can't. You're at your pitch limit for youth baseball.
Covino
And if you just remind me when.
Rich
We play, when we play games on our show, when we play Last one Standing and I save an answer and then give a wrong answer, I'm like.
Mila
Why did I not use that?
Covino
Yeah. Do you use Halliburton tonight to ensure Game seven.
Danny G
You would almost have to live by anything can happen in a game seven because you just got to make it there.
Iowa Sam
I agree with Danny. I would. Yeah, I would. I would play him tonight. And then whatever happens, happens. But you have to get there first.
Covino
And for the record, like I said, maybe. Maybe you're on vacation. Maybe you were hitting the head. Who knows? He's dealing with a right calf strain. That's really what it is.
Danny G
Shaq is just finding out by hearing you right now on the Iheartrade.
Rich
Yeah, he's.
Covino
I was in the ocean. I missed the whole thing. It was confirmed by an MRI that he appeared a right calf strain after game five. And I'm sure you guys saw the clips just making it clear though, that's what's going on here. So he could further hurt the calf by playing tonight, but we'll see what happens. Your thoughts? Do you play through it or not? It is a Game 6, but how about life? In life, you got a hot date, you got a big meeting, but you're feeling 60%. Do you reschedule or do you push through it and not bring your best?
Rich
It's so tough. You know, it got me thinking also, Covino, about what Halliburton must have gone through over the last 24 to 48 hours. Do you think this guy is like non stop with theraguns? You think someone's on standby rubbing his. His leg right now? Like, is it. Is it full attention or is it like him just sitting by himself? Is he. Is he being worked on non stop? Like he's.
Covino
That's always a funny question. And I know you always bring that up behind the scenes. Rich always says that, like right now, what's he doing? Like, is there like three people giving a Miyagi treatment? Like, what's going on right now?
Rich
I always wonder that. Cause if they're.
Covino
If you're.
Rich
If you're watching the NFL. I always love the NFL because, you know, some guys like his legs all tight before a game. I wonder because remember, like to. And some of these guys would go in like cryo chambers and they do all these treatments. I wonder if Halliburton is just going old school and like icing it or is he having like intense treatments we don't even know about for the last day?
Covino
All right, so here's what we'll do. We got old school and 50 hits. 50 hits on the clock. We're going to talk some baseball. We get you involved, but I want to get you involved now too. Your thoughts on this and maybe times in life you probably should have sat it out or maybe it didn't and it made all the difference. You showed up. Looks like Halliburton showing up. We'll keep you posted your calls at 87799 on Fox. We'll get to them next. We got more Covino and Rich live from LA CR.
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Covino
I'll correct my kids now and then.
Mila
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Rich
And I'll say it seems like the.
Covino
Ice Age people that were here didn't have a real affinity for caves.
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Covino
Yeah, gotta be 100% or as close to 100% that you can be nowadays.
Rich
Kavino and Rich. I'll name drop here on Cavino and Rich.
Covino
You're going to name drop?
Rich
Yeah.
Covino
Okay.
Rich
My dude, Emmett Smith. You know, my, my best pal Emmett Smith once told US after week one of the NFL, no one is 100%. These athletes. You think after 82 games and multiple playoff rounds, these guys are all banged up. Hal will do anything possible to play. You're not an NBA star. Your DNA wouldn't allow you to be like, I think I'm going to sit this one out. I think he's a go no matter what. I know Shams has insinuated it looks like it's a go, but I can't imagine him sitting out. I can't even imagine.
Covino
Well, we'll find out. Halliburton tonight, Game six, right. Calves train play or not. Do or die. But how about just random moments in life? I'll share a story in a second. Right now we're live from the Fox Sports Radio studio. Tomorrow we're live from Vegas poolside at the Circa. So tune in. Are you ready for a new job? Let Express employment pros help. While Express helps people in all industries find work, our sweet spot is logistics roles. And Express never charges job seekers a fee. Go to expresspros.com and be sure to check out the fox Sports Radio YouTube channel even after the show. Today at 4pm on the west, 7pm on the east. Over promised, episode 97 premieres.
Rich
Not only over promised, Cavino, you could catch our interview with Joey Chestnut as he gets ready to dominate. As he said he wants to do 80 hot dogs on the 4th of July. Do you think Joey Chestnut would sit out if he had a tummy ache? I don't think so.
Covino
All right, well, here's why. In life, though, in regular life, right, not everyone's living a game six sort of life, but in regular life, maybe sometimes it is best to sit out. Because when you push too hard, maybe you're exposing yourself, perhaps. Or maybe you're making things worse. I don't know. Like we said, nasty Nestor or kd. I got in a car accident in the past year and it was right before a big meeting we had. Do you guys remember that?
Rich
Yeah, I did.
Covino
Right before a big meeting. We left a studio. I pulled out of the parking lot, and some jabroni totaled my car. And I was all shaken up like anyone else is after a car accident, but I was okay. However, I did have significant whiplash, and I was sort of dazed and confused as to what just happened. But I know we had this big meeting with big clients here at Fox Sports Radio, and Rich came and picked me up. We went to this restaurant and had this big meeting, and, you know, where I would have normally brought my hundred percent or anything close to 100% as I would have brought. I'm there at, like 40% days, like a dope, and all these guys think I'm a dope as a result.
Rich
I should have put you. I should have left you in the blue tent.
Covino
So, like, maybe, like, Yeah, I wanted to show that, yeah, man, I'm still here, and I want to show that I'm. I'm a team player, but did I really bring my best in that moment? The next time I saw those people and they're the best, they were like, yeah, dude, we knew something was off, man. Are you.
Danny G
Is that. Is that the time you told the sponsor about your idea for alcohol ice cubes?
Covino
Yeah, Like, I was. Dude, I was, like, zoned down like a zombie, you know, I wasn't myself. Maybe I should have sat it out. I think there's sometimes in life where it's okay and you just. You want to push and you want to do the right thing, but maybe doing the right thing is actually the wrong thing. That's all I'm saying. We all want to see Halliburton get out there. No doubt.
Rich
I remember Kavino in that meeting. He was like, tire rack. I mean, I love tires.
Mila
They thought I was an idiot.
Covino
Respectfully, of course, and I am. But, I mean, they thought, like, what's up with this guy? What's. What's wrong with this guy? I was there, like, drop.
Rich
We should have dropped Cavito off at a little. And then.
Covino
And then, you know what happened, Rich? I'm justifying that. I just got in that accident. I'm telling everybody my sob story. Like, that's not the impression I wanted to give. So think about it, and let's get to some phone calls. We got Travis in LA on the Covino and Rich show, FOX Sports Radio. Yo, Travis, are you on your way to Vegas? What's going on, buddy?
Mila
Tomorrow morning, short drive.
Rich
Yeah. Nice.
Covino
Nice.
Rich
Awesome.
Covino
So what are your thoughts, man?
Mila
So I almost like the topic too much because I studied psychology in College. And I agree with your side of it. You know what I always think about? I think about bands on tour. Like, what do they do when they get in a fight with their girlfriend or something like an hour before the show? Now you got to play songs that are sad, happy, all these things. How are you supposed to do that? You know?
Covino
You know, dude, it's something that. When you work in entertainment, I guess you could say we loosely do that. It's obvious. We live real lives and there's ups and downs all the time. Right? Your wife or girlfriend busting your chops. Your kids are a pain in the ass. I think a lot of people, not everybody, but a lot of people. I can tell you straight up, I'm one of those guys that could usually compartmentalize. Just like you have to compartmentalize that word in order to say it.
Rich
Compartmentalize.
Covino
You have to compartmentalize your life. And it's like that show severance, when I'm at work, you know, my daughter being a pain, a teenage pain in the ass is sort of forgotten in that moment. And I think this is sort of the escape, and that's how it works psychologically, at least for people like me.
Rich
No, but he's right, though. I mean, guys like you, Kavino, I've always thought that was such a quality of yours. Like, Kavino would be going through some real life terrible drama, and he would just bring it on the air. Some people could check out.
Covino
Some people. Yeah.
Rich
Some people live like you are. Like the TV show Severance, where other people, a baseball player might be slumping, you know, maybe because his wife asked for a divorce, you know.
Covino
Yeah. Not everybody's like that. It's different for everybody.
Rich
Zach came up with a great example. Imagine if you're a rock star and you got to sing love ballads on stage and the person you wrote that song about, you hate in the moment.
Covino
Oh, yeah, that's. That's tough. But, you know, it's a job, it's a gig. You can't. You got. You know, the show must go on, as the saying goes, but sometimes it's at the detriment of your reputation, of you. And we're hoping for Halliburton. It's not of his team at this point, so it looks like he's going to play. We'll keep you posted. That's the latest report from Shams. The right calf strain. And you never know if he pushes it, could hurt it even more. We're still getting phone calls.
Rich
Do you think there's anyone in okc, that's like, yeah, give them tonight. I want to win at home, game seven. Or you think it's like, no, no, let's win now. There's always some people that are like, at home. The NBA road celebrations stink compared to home.
Covino
And by the way, Rich, you know what else I'm thinking about? I'm thinking about how generationally it is a little different. There's some generations that want to always push through and push through and push through, and then there's other generations, and I'm not calling people out that just don't push through his heart, you know, so it's case by case. Jesse in Indiana, what are your thoughts?
Mila
Hey, how's it going?
Covino
What's up?
Mila
I just. So my personal opinion on this is I think Halliburton should play.
Covino
Yeah.
Mila
But I don't think he should start. I think McConnell should start over. Him playing limited minutes, you know, when he's ready, when he's feeling it. Rick Carlisle put him in when he's.
Covino
You know, hey, Gas getting tight.
Mila
Put McConnell back in.
Covino
Hey, you ever think his strategy too, that happens in sports? Like maybe he's all right and it's just messing with OKC for them to think that he is hurt and then he comes out and lights it up.
Rich
Yeah, dude. I've thought about like, even strategies like he was insinuating, what if you don't start him? And what if, what if the Pacers are winning by eight in the, you know, first quarter? Winning, you know, double digit lead at halftime. You could really play it safe. I've always thought that with baseball and I know people in baseball will say pitchers have such a routine. But let me give you the example. Let's say the Tigers are in a playoff game and they have school ready to start it. Does Tigers put up a six spot in the top of the first inning. Don't you feel like you want to be like, no, no, save him for tomorrow.
Covino
Yeah. I mean, you, you think. But pitchers are so particular about the routines. Professional athletes are weird like that.
Rich
Yeah. But I'm just thinking maybe that's the solution. Maybe you don't start them and you see how things go. You know, it really, it's.
Covino
I mean, it's not bad.
Rich
The Niners have taken that approach in the past with McCaffrey where it's like, you know, let's go light until we see if we really need him in this matchup.
Covino
Do we have Jesse in Indiana? Jesse, thank you so much, Travis. I also want to thank you. Hope to see you in Vegas. Now we'll get to the rest of your phone call 877-99-FOX next. And we're going to talk rings. Do they matter or not? An old school and 50 hits. But let's get to our good pal, the great Dan Byer.
Iowa Sam
Guys. You guys hit on the injury status with Tyrese Halliburton is that game time decision but they think he's going to go tonight. Tip off 8:30 Eastern Time between the Thunder and the Pacers. Houston Rockets gave head coach Eme Udoka a long term contract extension. Makes him one of the highest paid head coaches in the NBA. Some news from Major League Baseball officials. Officials with the Dodgers today in Los Angeles denied ICE agents access to Dodger Stadium. They were there in the late morning early afternoon before LAPD ended up escorting the agents off of the property. The Dodgers Padres game scheduled for tonight at Dodger Stadium will go on as scheduled. Games going on right now in Major League Baseball. The Diamondbacks lead the Blue Jays 95 in the top of the 9th inning while the Guardians have a 1 nothing lead in San Francisco in the 6th inning against the Giants. Pirates and Tigers about to start a double half. Detroit won game one nine two. Same with the Cardinals and White Sox. Cardinals took game one five to four. Cavino's Yankees ended their slide six game losing streak. A thing of the past winning today 7 to 3 over the Angels. Paul Goldschmidt a home run. Twins over the Reds 12 5. Nationals needed 11 but got past the Rockies 4 3. Royal sweep, the Rangers winning four 1. Brewers hold off the Cubs by a score of 8 to 7. And some golf to update you guys on Travelers Championship, a signature event this week on the PGA Tour. Scotty Scheffler tied for the lead at 8 under par. Austin Eckroats the other player at 8 under as Scheffler plays his final hole of the day. He's playing with US Open winner JJ Spawn, who's two over par and 10 shots off the lead. Rory McElroy just two back at six under guys. Back to you.
Covino
Thank you Danbuyer. And another golf news. Covino and Rich are teeing off at Atomic Golf on Saturday in Vegas. We want to thank our boy Tripp for helping us out and we're excited to be there. We're going to be broadcasting our podcast from there on Saturday and and I'll be rocking some Travis Matthew Rich, you excited about that or what?
Rich
Now listen, if people don't realize it's two days of events when we Head to Vegas. So tomorrow, stadium swim at Circa. We're doing a pool party broadcast from 2 to 4 local time. Then tomorrow night, the rooftop lounge at Circa. Come on, come all. Big ass party. I hope there's some big asses at the party. And then Saturday we have a brunch at Atomic Golf, a brunch buffet. We, you know, rented out a bunch of the, the golfing bays. So that's gonna be a fun time. And then Saturday night, a big on Rich dinner, a bar dinner.
Covino
Yeah. And if you're not going to make it out to Vegas, we'll see you next time. But we'll bring the fun here tomorrow right here on FOX Sports Radio. Again, Steve Cavino, Rich Davis, Danny G, Iowa Sam, Dan Beyer, and thank you FOX Sports Radio Nation for everything. Now start thinking about this old school one 50 hits. We do it in eight minutes. It's a very special anniversary today. We'll explain. But what's the most important baseball moment in your life to you? Like a game changer, like, hey, baseball wouldn't be the same for me or for the city if blank didn't happen. The most important baseball memory of your lifetime. Think about it and I want you to share it. And it's going to be different for everybody. So that's where you chime in. We do it every Thursday. Old school and 50 hits. We got more Covino and Rich next, Fox Sports Radio.
Dan Flores
The American west with Dan Flores is the latest show from the Meat Eater Podcast network. Hosted by me, writer and historian Dan Flores and brought to you by Velvet Buck. This podcast looks at a West available nowhere else. Each episode I'll be diving into some of the lesser known histories of the West. I'll then be joined in conversation by guests such as Western historian, Dr. Randall Williams and best selling author and meat eater founder Stephen Rinella.
Covino
I'll correct my kids now and then.
Mila
Where they'll say when cave people were here.
Rich
And I'll say, it seems like the.
Covino
Ice age people that were here didn't have a real affinity for caves.
Dan Flores
So join me starting Tuesday, May 6, where we'll delve into stories of the west and come to understand how it helps inform the ways in which we experience the real region today.
Mila
Listen to the American west with Dan Flores on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.
Dan
I know a lot of cops and they get asked all the time, have you ever had to shoot your gun? Sometimes the answer is yes. But there's a company dedicated to a future where the answer will always be no.
Mila
Across the country, cops call this Taser the revolution.
Dan
But not everyone was convinced it was that simple.
Dan Flores
Cops believed everything that Taser told them.
Dan
From Lava For Good and the team that brought you Bone Valley comes a story about what happened when a multi billion dollar company dedicated itself to one visionary mission. This is Absolute Season one, Taser Incorporated.
Mila
I get right back there and it's bad.
Covino
It's really, really bad.
Mila
Really bad.
Dan
Listen to new episodes of Absolute Season 1, Taser Incorporated on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Binge episodes 1, 2 and 3 on May 21 and episodes 4, 5 and 6 on June 4 ad free at Lava for Good. Plus on Apple Podcasts.
Erica
The OGs of uncensored motherhood are back and badder than ever. I'm Erica. And I'm Mila. And we're the hosts of the Good Moms Bad Choices podc, brought to you by the Black Effect Podcast Network every Wednesday. Historically, men talk too much and women have quietly listened. And all that stops here. If you like witty women, then this is your tribe with guests like Corinne Stephens. I've never seen so many women protect predatory men. And then me too happened, and then everybody else want to get pissed off because the white said it was okay. Problem. My oldest daughter, her first day in ninth grade and I called to ask how I was doing.
Mila
She was like, oh, dad, all they.
Erica
Were doing was talking about your thing in class. I ruined my baby's first day of high school. And Slumflower, what turns me on is when a man sends me money. Like, I feel the moisture between my legs when a man sends me money, I'm like, oh, my God, it's go time. You actually sent it. Listen to the Good Moms Bad Choices podcast every Wednesday on the Black Effect podcast network, the iHeartRadio app, Apple podcast, or wherever you go to find your podcast. This Pride Month, we are not just celebrating, we're fighting back. I'm George M. Johnson, and my book All Boys Aren't Blue was just named the most banned book in America. If the culture wars have taught me anything, it's that pride is protest. And on my podcast, Fighting Words, we talk to people who use their voices to resist, disrupt, and make our community strong.
Mila
This year, we are showing up and showing out. You need people being like, no, you're.
Dan
Not going to tell us what to do.
Erica
This regime is coming down on us, and I don't want to just survive. I want to thrive. You'll Hear from trailblazers like Bob the Drag Queen to Freedom Angelica Ross. We Ready to fight.
Mila
I'm Ready to fight.
Erica
And Gabrielle Union. Hi George. And storytellers with wisdom to spare. Listen on iHeartRadio Lab, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.
I
I'm Michael Kasson, founder and CEO of 3C Ventures and your guide on Good Company, the podcast where I sit down with the boldest innovators shaping what's next. In this episode I'm joined by Anjali Sud, CEO of Tubi for a conversation that's anything but ordinary. We dive into the competitive world of streaming. How she's turning so called niche into mainstream gold. Connecting audiences and with stories that truly make them feel seen.
Erica
What others dismiss as niche, we embrace as core.
Mila
It's this idea that there's so many.
Erica
Stories out there and if you can.
Mila
Find a way to curate and help the right person discover the right content. The term that we always hear from our audience is that they feel seen.
I
Get a front row seat to where media, marketing, technology, entertainment and sports collide and hear how leaders like Angeli are carving out space and shaking things up a bit in the most crowded of markets. Listen to Good company on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.
Covino
Iowa SAM bringing the heat today on the ones and twos. Danny G Always super produces. He's running around preparing for Vegas tomorrow, packing up prizes.
Mila
Danny's working up a sweat up. I know you got the air on chill.
Covino
All while producing this show. Dan Byer hanging Cavino and Rich live from the FOX Sports Radio studio. FOX Sports Radio. And now it's time for our tire rack play of the day. This time the Dodgers handled the Padres in walk off fashion.
Mila
Smith pushes a fly ball right center field. Tatis on the run at the warning track at the wall. It is gone. It's gone and this game is over.
Rich
They celebrate in front of the plate.
Mila
A walk up home run for Will Smith. The Dodgers win in the ninth four to three.
Dan
Wow.
Rich
Courtesy of AM570 Dodgers Audio Network. And that's a Tyra play of the day. And for over 40 years Tyra has been driving customers and helping them find the right tires for how, what and where they drive ship fast and free. Backed by free road hazard protection. Convenient installation options like mobile tire installation. Tirerack.com the way tire buying should be in Covino. You heard it there in the clip. I have a theory that you will resist because you're a Yankees fan and I Hate to say it because I'm not a Dodgers fan, but you got to give it to them, man, when they win in walk off fashion. And that I love la. Song hits in the background.
Covino
I don't like that song. The song from Naked Gun sounds like a, like a campy 80s cheesy comedy song.
Danny G
Covino would rather hear Fat Joe.
Covino
Yeah, yeah, sorry. Danny G. Your Dodgers are so great. My Yankees and riches Mets were battling on who could suck the most the past six games.
Rich
But I will say though, when I, when I hear that I love la, you tell me that doesn't hit the right way.
Covino
No, you mean the team that beat the Yankees last year? Screw them. So I prefer Old Blue eyes. Rich. That's how it is. All right, but we're Covino and Rich. And speaking of baseball, look at the time. Old school. When 50 hits, there's a surge.
Rich
Yay.
Mila
What we gonna do right here is go back.
Covino
Back into time.
Mila
Throwing it back for a Thursday. Old school when 50 hits at 50 after C& R. Give you the time capsule topic and we reminisce this together.
Covino
Yeah. So word on the streets is today is an anniversary, a special day on this day in 1846. I think Mike, who runs this place, he was probably around, around that time.
Mila
Who?
Covino
I think he was there when it happened. Mike.
Rich
He was there.
Covino
I. I heard he was there on this day when was invented. In what city was invented on this day?
Rich
Hoboken, New Jersey.
Covino
Hoboken in New Jersey, where Covino and Rich met and began this journey as a show together.
Mila
Danny.
Rich
Right off of Washington street in Hoboken, where all the bars are, by the way. Hoboken, New Jersey, the home of old blue eyes and more bars per capita. Hoboken's original, really cool town right across the Hudson river from New York City. And there it is, there's a plaque and it says baseball started here.
Covino
I was gonna say, I've seen the plaque, Danny G. It's a historical monument.
Danny G
I remember the Ken Burns documentary famously talking about it.
Covino
The Ken Burns documentary classic. So we ask you Fox Sports Radio Nation Throwback Thursday, old school in 50 hits. This is when we get everybody involved. The most inclusive show on radio 80 877.99 on Fox and at COVINOENRICH at Fox Sports Radio on this anniversary, on this day, 1846, baseball was invented.
Danny G
Baseball as we know it.
Covino
Baseball as we know it. Right. What are the most important moments in baseball to you?
Rich
All right, I have that and I have a second part of the Question I want to add, I want to go your favorite baseball memory that you think was just so iconic, that meant so much to you.
Covino
You like baseball wouldn't be the same without it.
Rich
And also your favorite weird baseball saying or lingo because I'll give you one. Okay.
Covino
Yeah, give you one.
Rich
All right. I'm going to give you two.
Covino
All right.
Rich
My favorite moment, clearly, as a Mets fan, gets by Buckner. Rounding third is night. And the Mets win the ball.
Mila
Game.
Rich
Game 686. I was in kindergarten. I was my son's age, and I remember thinking, like, is this the beginning? A lot of great things. And no, the Mets haven't won since, but 86. Game 6 gets by Buckner's my moment. My favorite sayings in baseball, little nubber. Never understood that little nubber. And I love how it's okay that we just call guys studs. For some reason you're allowed to call other grown men studs.
Covino
Bryce Harper's a stud.
Rich
So let's hear from you guys.
Covino
He doesn't have a little number. That's probably why. Again, greatest moments that are important to you. We chop it up next right here on Covino and Rich, FOX Sports Radio.
Mila
That's baseball.
Dan Flores
Why is a soap opera western like Yellowstone so wildly successful? The American west with Dan Flores is the latest show from the Meat Eater Podcast Network Network. So join me starting Tuesday, May 6, where we'll delve into stories of the west and come to understand how it helps inform the ways in which we experience the region today.
Mila
Listen to the American west with Dan Flores on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Dan
I know a lot of cops. They get asked all the time, have you ever had to shoot your gun? Sometimes the answer is yes. But there's a company dedicated to a future where the answer will always be no. This is Absolute Season one, Taser Incorporated.
Mila
I get right back there, and it's bad.
Dan
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Erica
The OGs of uncensored motherhood are back and badder than ever. I'm Erica. And I'm Mila. And we're the hosts of the Good Moms Bad Choices podcast podcast, brought to you by the Black Effect Podcast Network every Wednesday. Yeah, we're moms, but not your mommy. Historically, men talk too much and women have quietly listened. And all that stops here. If you like witty women, then this is your try. Listen to the good moms Bad Choices podcast every Wednesday on the Black Effect podcast network, the iHeartRadio app, Apple podcast, or wherever you go to find your podcast.
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Podcast Summary: The Herd with Colin Cowherd Episode: Covino & Rich - Haliburton Emotions Limp Wild Release Date: June 20, 2025
Introduction In this episode of The Herd with Colin Cowherd, hosts Covino and Rich delve into the pressing topic of NBA Finals Game 6, focusing on Tyrese Haliburton's potential participation despite a calf strain. The discussion expands to explore broader themes of resilience, decision-making, and the impact of playing through injuries both in sports and everyday life.
1. Tyrese Haliburton's Injury and Game 6 Decision
The episode opens with Covino and Rich addressing the emotional and strategic implications of Tyrese Haliburton's injury as the Indiana Pacers face a must-win Game 6 against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Covino [04:15]: "Super pumped about Game 6 tonight. Must win for the Pacers. We have lots to talk about."
Rich [05:23]: "I’m trying to decide if this NBA Finals needs an extension to Game 7. Is Haliburton gonna play? Would you play?"
The hosts emphasize the high stakes of the game, highlighting Haliburton's pivotal role and the uncertainty surrounding his availability.
2. Arguments For and Against Haliburton Playing
Covino and Rich engage in a nuanced debate on whether Haliburton should play despite his calf strain, presenting both sides of the argument.
Covino [06:00]: "Do they matter in sports? Because someone very prominent in the NBA said no. We discussed that yesterday. But teammates of LeBron are saying they matter a lot."
Rich [08:08]: "Would you play through a pimple before a big date? Are you going to feel your ultimate confidence? Maybe it's best to sit it out that night."
Arguments For Playing:
Team Morale and Leadership: Haliburton is seen as a leader whose presence alone can uplift the team's spirit.
Personal Legacy and Determination: Playing through adversity is often celebrated in sports as a testament to an athlete's dedication.
Arguments Against Playing:
Risk of Further Injury: The potential for worsening the calf strain, which could have long-term implications for Haliburton's career and the team’s future.
Strategic Team Decisions: Ensuring that Haliburton is at his best for potentially Game 7.
3. Historical Comparisons and Precedents
To contextualize their discussion, Covino and Rich draw parallels with historical sports figures and pivotal moments.
Willis Reed’s Iconic Moment:
Kevin Durant’s Injury:
Nestor Cortés’s Attempt to Pitch:
These examples serve to highlight the delicate balance between showcasing resilience and the pragmatic need to preserve an athlete’s health for the team's long-term success.
4. Personal Anecdotes and Life Lessons
Covino shares a personal story to illustrate the broader implications of pushing through adversity or opting to sit out.
Covino’s Car Accident and Work Performance:
Rich’s Perspective on Team Support:
This narrative underscores the real-life consequences of decisions made under duress, mirroring the dilemma faced by Haliburton.
5. Audience Engagement: The Decision to Play or Sit Out
The hosts invite listeners to reflect on their own experiences and share thoughts on whether to push through challenges or take a step back.
Covino [34:00]: "What are your thoughts? Do you play through it or not? It is a Game 6, but how about life?"
Iowa Sam [22:17]: "If you can get to Game 7, but if you don’t play tonight, there's no guarantee there is a Game 7."
Listeners are encouraged to consider the balance between immediate performance and long-term wellbeing, both in sports and personal contexts.
6. "Old School and 50 Hits": Reflecting on Baseball Moments
In addition to the main discussion, Covino and Rich incorporate a segment called "Old School and 50 Hits," focusing on significant baseball moments. They engage listeners by prompting them to share their most cherished baseball memories and favorite sayings.
Rich [52:34]: "My favorite moment as a Mets fan was Game 6 in 1986, where they got knocked out by Buckner."
Covino [50:27]: "Baseball was invented in Hoboken, New Jersey. What are the most important moments in baseball to you?"
This segment serves as a nostalgic interlude, fostering a sense of community and shared history among listeners.
7. Final Thoughts and Conclusion
As the episode concludes, Covino reiterates the core question: Should Haliburton play Game 6 despite his injury? While the hosts express a collective desire to see him on the court, they acknowledge the complexities and potential repercussions of such a decision.
Rich [15:51]: "If he's too much of a hero, he could hurt the team."
Covino [18:50]: "Check out our tire rack play of the day... Remember your decisions impact more than just you."
The discussion leaves listeners contemplating the balance between personal ambition and collective responsibility, both in sports and in their daily lives.
Notable Quotes with Timestamps
Rich [05:23]: "Would you play? Do you think he should play? If you're not 100%, do you go out and do your best? Do you sit it out?"
Covino [06:00]: "Are you ever really 100%? Maybe you sit it out because you're not bringing your best."
Danny G [09:55]: "Legendary moment. Different era, though. That's what we need to keep in mind."
Covino [12:45]: "What could happen if you overextend yourself to try to be the hero? What about Nestor Cortés pitching on all heart?"
Covino [32:01]: "Maybe sometimes a little rest is okay, but again, NBA Finals is a much different story."
Covino [34:00]: "In life, if you're not 100%, do you show up or not?"
Iowa Sam [37:35]: "Tyrese Halliburton is injured, but it reminds me of Little League decisions."
Rich [53:27]: "Come on, let's hear from you guys."
Conclusion
Covino and Rich's discussion in this episode of The Herd provides a thoughtful exploration of the pressures athletes face when deciding whether to play despite injuries. By intertwining sports analysis with personal anecdotes and engaging audience participation, they offer a multifaceted perspective on resilience, responsibility, and the human condition. Whether you're a sports enthusiast or someone grappling with similar decisions in life, this episode offers valuable insights into making choices that balance immediate demands with long-term wellbeing.