Wemby vs. OKC, Wolves Questions and Shai’s MVP Season

On this episode of Little Column A, Little Column B, hosts Will Alimonos and Zach Bishop unpack a jam-packed show covering Ronda Rousey’s high-profile comeback, the week’s biggest NBA storylines, coaching moves, trade chatter, MVP debates, and a little NFL chaos along the way.

The episode opens with Rousey’s 17-second armbar finish in a celebrity-style Netflix event, sparking a conversation about whether ultra-short fights feel dominant or disappointing. The hosts compare celebrity fights to legitimate MMA competition, revisit the Diaz stoppage due to bleeding, discuss Conor McGregor’s announced return, and debate how Netflix, CBS, and Paramount are reshaping combat sports broadcasting.

From there, Will and Zach dive deep into the NBA playoffs with a full Spurs–Thunder preview centered on Wemby vs. Shai, health concerns, matchup adjustments, and seven-game scenarios. The conversation continues with a breakdown of Knicks–Cavs, Cleveland’s advancement, Detroit’s future, and the pressure mounting on remaining contenders.

The hosts also tackle roster questions around Minnesota, Rudy Gobert, Julius Randle, DiVincenzo’s injury, and whether certain teams should stay patient or make sweeping changes. Coaching news includes the Pelicans hiring Jamal Mosley, reactions to the Derek Queen fallout, and broader discussions about trade exceptions, contracts, and buyout realities.

Awards talk focuses on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander winning MVP, the continued dominance of international superstars like Jokic and Luka, and whether the next wave of American stars can reclaim the award. Boston-centric discussion follows with Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown drama, offseason rumors, extension timing, roster depth concerns, and the Celtics’ search for meaningful upgrades.

The episode wraps with NFL schedule reactions, Aaron Rodgers-to-Steelers talk, coaching movement, and the hosts’ usual blend of predictions, debates, and off-the-cuff banter.

(0:01:48) Netflix Fights and Celebrity Matchups
(0:04:49) McGregor Return Debate
(0:07:13) NBA Playoff Overview
(0:08:28) Spurs-Thunder Series Preview
(0:15:04) Knicks-Cavs Breakdown
(0:24:11) Timberwolves and Roster Questions
(0:30:44) Pelicans Hire Mosley
(0:36:14) Shai Wins MVP
(0:42:06) Jalen Brown Sparks Drama
(0:47:39) Celtics Offseason Rumors
(0:58:00) New Team, New Fandom
(0:58:42) Outro and NFL News