The Right Time with Bomani Jones
Bomani Jones hosts a daily show that covers sports, pop culture, and social issues, frequently incorporating listener feedback. The podcast offers a unique perspective on the intersection of athletics and society, with a focus on thoughtful analysis and humor.
Episodes
Joel Anderson on Why Muhammad Ali lighting the Olympic Torch Still Defines Atlanta 1996 | 7.23
Bomani Jones is joined by journalist Joel Anderson for a Time Machine Thursday edition of The Right Time, looking back at the cultural impact and unforgettable moments of the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta. Bo and Joel examine how the games put a growing Atlanta on the global map and navigate the city's complex history as a cultural hub in the 1990s. They count down the most defining figures and
Vinnie Goowill on Why the 1996 USA Team was WAY better than you remember | 07.21
Bomani Jones is joined by Vinnie Goodwill from ESPN for a Time Machine Tuesday edition of The Right Time, diving deep into the history and legacy of the 1996 USA Men's Olympic Basketball Team (often called Dream Team 3). Bo and Vinnie compare the squad to the iconic 1992 Dream Team and the 1994 World Championship team, breaking down the incredible roster that featured young superstars like Penny H
Messi Stops Time, Is $100M Not Enough? | Bomani Jones & Domonique Foxworth
Bomani Jones is joined by Domonique Foxworth for a loaded episode of The Right Time, starting with Lionel Messi and why it feels like the whole game stops when he touches the ball. Bo and Domonique break down Argentina’s late-game magic, why England’s approach fell apart, and how Messi’s gravity bends a match even when he is not dominating every possession. Later, they dive into the athlete-mone
How the Celtics FAILED Brown & Tatum, Caitlin Clark Discourse Gets More Insane | Bomani Jones
Bomani Jones is joined by Howard Bryant for a loaded episode of The Right Time, starting with why the Boston Celtics failed the Jaylen Brown-Jayson Tatum era. Bo and Howard break down how Boston treated Brown like the expendable star, why the organization clearly picked Tatum as the face of the franchise, and what Tatum now has to prove coming off an Achilles injury. They also get into Brown’s mov
Bam Adebayo Punches Tyler Herro, Wemby's "Max" contract, Conor McGregor's next move | 07.13
Bomani Jones is back from NBA Summer League in Las Vegas with a loaded episode of The Right Time, starting with the wildest story of the weekend: the Bam Adebayo-Tyler Herro fight.
From there, Bo gets into Victor Wembanyama’s five-year, $252 million extension with the San Antonio Spurs and explains why taking less than the full max could be great for the team but dangerous as a precedent for NBA
Vernon Maxwell GOES OFF on Celtics trading Jaylen Brown, Spurs Collapse vs. Knicks | 07.09
Bomani Jones is joined by Vernon “Mad Max” Maxwell for a long, funny, and extremely candid NBA conversation on this episode of The Right Time. Maxwell returns to the show to talk about his second act in sports media, how he still trains like a player, and why he believes some of the biggest storylines in the league are being misunderstood.
Bomani and Max dive deep into the Jalen Brown conversatio
Danny Parkins on USMNT disaster vs. Belgium, Donovan Mitchell's huge contract, LeBron's next move | 07.07
On this episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones is joined by Danny Parkins for a conversation that goes from the World Cup to the NBA free agency.
Bo and Danny start with Team USA’s loss to Belgium and what it says about the current state of American soccer. They break down the Balogun red-card drama, whether the U.S. benefited from a favorable draw, why this might still be the most talented team
Why Jaylen Brown ACTUALLY got traded, LeBron James next move, Balogun returns for US | 07.06
Bomani Jones breaks down the Jaylen Brown trade, why the Boston Celtics decided to move on, and what the deal says about the NBA’s new era of team-building, player value, and trade season. On this episode of The Right Time, Bomani explains why Jaylen Brown remains a highly productive scorer while also unpacking the bigger debate around advanced stats, roster construction, and the never-ending “ath
Corey Erdman on The Night Hulk Hogan Shocked the World and Joined the NWO | 07.02
Bomani Jones is joined by Corey Ertman to break down Hulk Hogan’s legendary heel turn at Bash at the Beach 1996, when Hogan shocked fans, joined the NWO, and changed the future of WCW, WWE, and pro wrestling forever.
In this episode of The Right Time, Bomani and Corey revisit Hulkamania, Hollywood Hogan, the rise of the New World Order, and why Hogan’s jump to WCW initially felt like a legacy act
Logan Murdock on Why Kevin Durant Chose the Warriors 10 years ago | 06.30
On this episode of The Right Time with Bomani Jones, Bomani is joined by Logan Murdock to revisit Kevin Durant joining the Golden State Warriors and why KD left the Oklahoma City Thunder for Golden State in 2016. Ten years later, they break down why Kevin Durant chose the Warriors, how the Warriors built the perfect pitch, and why the move became one of the biggest turning points in modern NBA his
Ethan Strauss on How LeBron BROKE Steph Curry & the 73-Win Warriors in 2016 | 06.25
Bomani Jones is joined by Ethan Strauss to look back at the 2016 NBA Finals and how LeBron James, Kyrie Irving and the Cleveland Cavaliers came back to beat Steph Curry and the 73-win Golden State Warriors.
On this episode of The Right Time, Bomani and Ethan break down what made LeBron’s performance so overwhelming, why Game 7 still feels like one of the biggest legacy games in NBA history, and h
Howard Bryant on How the 1986 NBA Draft Changed the NBA Forever | 06.23
Bomani Jones and Howard Bryant break down the 1986 NBA Draft and why it remains one of the most important turning points in NBA history. This Time Machine Tuesday episode covers Len Bias, Dennis Rodman, Brad Daugherty, Arvydas Sabonis, the Boston Celtics, the Los Angeles Lakers, and how the 1986 draft changed the league forever.
If you’re looking for NBA history, Len Bias analysis, 1986 NBA Draf
Joel Anderson on How The Brendan Sorsby Case EXPOSES College Football’s Biggest Problem | 06.18
Bomani Jones is joined by Joel Anderson for a wide-ranging conversation about the Brendan Sorsby gambling case, the NCAA’s response, and what it says about the future of college sports. Bomani and Joel break down why college football’s reaction to Sorsby felt so extreme, how the NCAA continues to struggle in court, and why the Protect College Sports Act could be a major problem for athletes.
They
Domonique Foxworth on if Is Wemby NBA’s Next Villain? + Jalen Brunson’s New York Takeover | 06.17
Bomani Jones is joined by Dominique Foxworth for another episode of The Right Time, and they start with the massive NBA Finals ratings after the Knicks’ championship run. Bomani and Dominique discuss why New York’s title felt so big, how Jalen Brunson became a permanent New York legend, and why the biggest winner of the Knicks’ championship might actually be James Dolan.
Then, Bomani and Dominiqu
Spencer Hall on Maradona’s Hand of God, Zidane’s Headbutt & the World Cup’s Wildest Moments | 06.16
Bomani Jones is joined by Spencer Hall for a Time Machine Tuesday edition of The Right Time to revisit some of the most chaotic, controversial, and unforgettable WTF moments in World Cup history.
Bo and Spencer break down Diego Maradona’s infamous “Hand of God” goal against England in the 1986 World Cup, the geopolitical weight behind Argentina vs. England, and why Maradona followed one of soccer
Jalen Brunson, the Knicks, and the NBA Championship That Took Over New York | 06.14
The Knicks finally did it.
Bomani Jones reacts to the New York Knicks winning the NBA championship, Jalen Brunson’s legendary 45-point closeout performance, and what this title means for New York City. Bo breaks down how Brunson cemented himself as the king of New York, why the Knicks’ depth, conditioning, and maturity ultimately separated them from the Spurs, and how Mike Brown coached a champio
De’Aaron Fox and the Spurs Blew an All-Time Lead | 06.11
Bomani Jones reacts to one of the wildest NBA playoff endings in recent memory as the New York Knicks storm back against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. After the Spurs dominated the first half and looked ready to take control of the series, everything fell apart late — from rushed shots and questionable coaching decisions to De’Aaron Fox’s brutal second-half execution.
Bomani breaks
Tom Haberstroh on Victor Wembanyama becoming the Villain + Knicks biggest issue | 06.10
On this episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones is joined by Tom Haberstroh to break down why Victor Wembanyama has completely changed this series and why the New York Knicks suddenly look like they’re running out of answers. They dig into Wemby’s dominance on both ends, how San Antonio keeps getting him downhill and at the rim, and why Tom thinks the Spurs should actually feel like they could be
Victor Wembanyama Has the Knicks SHOOK + Brendan Sorsby’s NCAA Gambling Case | 06.09
Bomani Jones reacts to Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs flipping the NBA Finals with a physical Game 3 win over the Knicks, including why New York looked rattled, why Jalen Brunson got baited into ISO ball, and why Wemby set the tone in a hostile environment.
Later, Bomani breaks down Brendan Sorsby’s NCAA gambling case, the temporary injunction that let him play this season, and why the bigger st
Knicks come home for game 3, Victor Wembanyama Backlash, World Cup Fever heats up | 06.08
Bomani Jones breaks down why the New York Knicks suddenly look like a completely different team in the NBA Finals, why they feel inevitable with a 2-0 lead, and why this run is starting to feel a lot bigger than anyone expected.
Bo also gives Karl-Anthony Towns his proper credit, arguing that KAT has been the best player on the floor, while pushing back on the easy Victor Wembanyama criticism by
Danny Parkins on Knicks beating Spurs in game 1 of NBA Finals, Russell Wilson's Hall of Fame case | 06.04
In this episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones and Danny Parkins break down why Karl-Anthony Towns might be the real key to a New York Knicks title run.
Bomani argues that KAT has been the Knicks' best player in the postseason and explains why New York looks its most dangerous when the offense runs through Towns instead of falling into heavy Jalen Brunson isolation ball.
They also get into how
Jason Goff on Wemby’s arrival at the NBA Finals, Jay-Z vs. Drake, A.J. Brown & Patriots pressure | 06.03
Bomani Jones and Jason Goff break down the NBA Finals matchup between the Spurs and Knicks, with a deep dive into Victor Wembanyama, Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and the biggest storylines shaping this series. From Wemby’s rise on the biggest stage in basketball to the pressure on Brunson and KAT to deliver in the Finals, this episode covers what matters most heading into a massive champions
Vinnie Goodwill on Why Dirk’s 2011 Title Run Changed Everything about his Legacy | 06.02
Bomani Jones and Vinnie Goodwill go back to the two NBA Finals that defined Dirk Nowitzki’s career: 2006 and 2011.
They break down how Dirk changed the league, why the “soft” label followed him for years, how the We Believe Warriors loss stuck to him, and why that 2011 championship run completely changed the way we talk about his legacy.
If you remember Dwyane Wade living at the line, the fake c
Wemby leads Spurs to Finals, OKC's Chet Holmgren problem, NBA's Tanking fix | 06.01
Bomani Jones reacts to Spurs vs. Thunder Game 7 and explains why Victor Wembanyama is turning neutral fans into Spurs fans. On this episode of The Right Time, Bo breaks down Wemby vs. Chet Holmgren, what made the San Antonio Spurs so compelling, and why the Oklahoma City Thunder are still better than a lot of people want to admit.
Then Bomani dives into the NBA’s new draft lottery reform and wh
Shannon Penn on Why This Knicks Team Feels Different + Trump Potentially Getting Booed at MSG | 05.28
Bomani Jones is joined by Shannon Penn to break down why this New York Knicks playoff run feels different, how Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns have changed the ceiling for this team, and why Knicks fans are finally starting to believe this could be a real NBA Finals moment.
They dig into what makes this Knicks team more likable than past versions, how Brunson became the guy, why KAT’s fit
Bruce Bowen on Wemby’s Playoff Reality Check, Knicks best player debate, James Harden's disappointing effort | 05.27
Bomani Jones is joined by Bruce Bowen to talk through Victor Wembanyama’s playoff growing pains, why OKC is even better than people realize, and what young teams have to learn the hard way in the postseason.
They also get into Karl-Anthony Towns’ huge Knicks run, whether KAT has actually been New York’s best player this postseason, and Bruce’s very direct thoughts on James Harden’s effort, accoun
Harden & Cavs QUIT vs, Knicks, The OKC "Blue Devils" & Jackson Dart’s Trump Problem | 05.26
Bomani Jones reacts to a jam-packed weekend of NBA playoff action. First, he discusses James Harden and the Cleveland Cavaliers' loser behavior & why the Knicks suddenly look like the most locked-in team in basketball. Later, he breaks down why OKC’s style has earned them the “Blue Devils” label, and why Jackson Dart’s Trump rally appearance was such a brutal self-own. Finally, Bomani digs int
Spencer Hall on the Absurdity of the proposed 24-team College football Playoff | 05.21
Bomani Jones is joined by Spencer Hall to break down why a 24-team College Football Playoff sounds inevitable — and terrible. They discuss how the Big Ten won college football’s money game, why the SEC may have picked the wrong horse, and whether expanding the playoff will ruin what made the sport weird and regional in the first place.
Then Bomani and Spencer get into the new world of college spo
Joel Anderson on The SEC Boycott Debate, Wembanyama’s statement game, Jaylen Brown vs. Stephen A. | 05.20
Bomani Jones is joined by The Ringer's Joel Anderson to break down Victor Wembanyama’s monster playoff performance and why it felt like one of those rare sports moments where you realize you’re watching the future. Bo and Joel compare Wemby’s arrival to LeBron, Allen Iverson, Randy Moss, Michael Vick, Usain Bolt and Shaq, then ask what the Thunder can possibly do next.Later, Bomani and Joel discus
J.A. Adande on how Shaq and Kobe Turned Chaos Into a Dynasty | 05.19
Bomani Jones is joined by J.A. Adande for Time Machine Tuesday to look back at the Shaq-Kobe Lakers three-peat and the drama behind one of the most dominant runs in NBA history.
They discuss how Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant arrived in Los Angeles, why it took years for the Lakers to finally break through, and how the 2001 team became one of the most unstoppable playoff squads ever. Bomani and
Defending Anthony Edwards, Spurs-Thunder must-see series, Steelers Sign Rodgers | 05.18
Bomani Jones reacts to a wild NBA playoff weekend, from James Harden somehow escaping slander despite a rough stat line to the Knicks, Cavaliers, and the fascinating Donovan Mitchell vs. Jalen Brunson subplot. Bo also breaks down why Karl-Anthony Towns may be quietly changing the Knicks’ ceiling, and why one bad game could flip the conversation all over again.
Then, Bomani turns to the matchup he
Steven Godfrey on Why Lane Kiffin is right about Ole Miss... and wrong about LSU | 05.14
Bomani is joined by Yahoo Sports' Steven Godfrey to break down the fallout from Lane Kiffin’s comments about Oxford and Baton Rouge, why the Ole Miss vs. LSU debate is really a conversation about money, and how NIL has changed the rules for who can win in college football. They also get into why the old coach-driven model is cracking, what made the Saban era so dominant, and which major programs a
Nick Wright on Wemby's "revenge", LeBron James to New York? and the Lakers’ Next Move | 05.13
Bomani Jones is joined by Nick Wright to break down the biggest NBA Playoffs questions right now, including LeBron James’ future, whether the Knicks make any sense for him, and what the Lakers do next.
They also get into the Victor Wembanyama controversy, why the reaction to his ejection felt off, and whether Wemby is already getting a different kind of treatment from the media.
Plus, Bomani and
What The Michael Jackson movie gets Wrong about Michael Jackson | 05.12
On this edition of Time Machine Tuesday, Bomani Jones is joined by DJ Wally Sparks to break down the Michael Jackson movie and why it doesn’t fully capture how massive Mike really was. They get into why Michael Jackson resonated with young audiences better than almost any superstar ever, how his fame translated across the world, and what made the Off the Wall, Thriller, and Bad era so hard to put
Wemby Gets Ejected, the NBA Draft Lottery Gets Weird, Skip Bayless Returns to First Take | 05.11
Bomani Jones reacts to a packed week in sports, starting with Victor Wembanyama’s flagrant 2 ejection after elbowing Naz Reid and what it says about the Spurs needing a true “goon.” Bo and Ryan also break down a surprisingly fascinating NBA Draft Lottery, the Wizards landing the No. 1 pick, Utah’s AJ Dybantsa intrigue, and Kevin Pritchard’s wild “due some luck” explanation.
Later, Bomani shares h
Domonique Foxworth discusses Draymond Green crossing the line with Charles Barkley | 05.07
Bomani Jones is joined by Domonique Foxworth for another Thursday episode of The Right Time. The guys start by diving into Draymond Green’s rough week in the media, including his back-and-forth with Austin Rivers, his comments about Steve Kerr, and the awkward moment with Charles Barkley on Inside the NBA. Bomani and Domonique break down why some jokes land, why some just feel mean, and why trust
Tom Haberstroh on Anthony Edwards has NO FEAR of Wemby, Jaylen Brown Drama & the Jokic Analytics Debate | 05.06
Bomani Jones is joined by Tom Haberstroh to break down why Anthony Edwards feels like the NBA’s new legend killer, what Victor Wembanyama still has to prove in this playoff run, and why the Wolves aren’t backing down. They also dig into Jaylen Brown’s on/off numbers, whether the Celtics’ title window is closing, what’s gone wrong in Boston, and why the conversation around Nikola Jokic, Rudy Gobert
Jason Goff on Michael Jordan’s Peak, The 1996 Chicago Bulls | 05.05
Bomani Jones is joined by Jason Goff for Time Machine Tuesday to look back at the legendary 1995-96 Chicago Bulls, Michael Jordan’s return to dominance, and the team that went 72-10 on the way to an NBA championship. Bomani and Jason break down how Dennis Rodman changed the Bulls, why Jordan’s 1996 season still feels mythical, Scottie Pippen’s place in the dynasty, and what it felt like to live th
The Knicks Have No Excuses, Celtics Collapse & Nuggets Window Closes | 05.04
Bomani Jones reacts to a wild NBA playoff weekend as the Celtics’ season ends, the Nuggets’ championship window gets a lot more complicated, and the New York Knicks suddenly have no excuse not to win the East.
Bo breaks down why Boston may no longer be the same team that won the title, what Jason Tatum’s injury means for the Celtics going forward, and why the margins have gotten so tight for rece
Danny Parkins on Lakers losing to Rockets, Harden Playoff Struggles & Celtics' Red Flags | 04.30
Bomani Jones and Danny Parkins break down a chaotic first round, starting with the Lakers struggling to close out Houston and the moment everyone’s talking about: Reed Sheppard picking LeBron James clean in crunch time. Is this series slipping away… and are we watching a real regression from L.A.?
Plus, Parkins makes the case for something wild: trusting James Harden and the Cavaliers in the Ea
Vinnie Goodwill on Embiid's & 76ers last stand, Knicks' title chances, NBA lottery reform | 04.29
Bomani and Vinny Goodwill unpack an NBA postseason that makes no sense in the best way.
Bomani Jones is joined by ESPN’s Vinnie Goodwill to talk through why this Knicks team has no excuse not to make the NBA Finals, the delicate balance between Jalen Brunson’s usage and unlocking Karl-Anthony Towns, and whether Boston’s ceiling is lower than people want to admit with this version of Jason Tatum
Logan Murdock on How Steph Curry, Draymond Green and the Warriors Changed Basketball Forever | 04.28
Bomani Jones is joined by Logan Murdock for Time Machine Tuesday to look back at the Warriors team that changed basketball forever. They break down Steph Curry's rise, the 73-win season, Game 6 Klay, Draymond's chaos, and how Golden State became the biggest story in sports.
They also get into why this run hit differently: the shift in how the game was played, the tension between Steph and LeBro
Durant & Jokic Fall short, Spurs, Celtics, Thunder dominate, Rams draft Ty Simpson | 04.27
Bomani Jones breaks down a wild stretch of playoff basketball, starting with why Kevin Durant keeps catching blame in Houston and what the Rockets’ mess says about the team around him. He also gets into Nikola Jokic, the Nuggets getting pushed around by Minnesota, and the kind of James Harden playoff history that somehow never stops following him.
Later, he discusses the impending showdown betwe
Diante Lee on Fernando Mendoza's potential, A.J. Brown-Eagles divorce, Mike Vrabel mess | 04.23
The Ringer's Diante Lee joins Bomani Jones to break down all the storylines ahead of the NFL draft. First, they discuss Fernando Mendoza's ceiling and if he can reach it playing for the Las Vegas Raiders. Later, they break down the impending breakup between A.J. Brown and the Philadelphia Eagles and why it's "loser behavior" on the part of the Eagles. Finally, they discuss Mike Vrabel's lates
Bruce Bowen on Rockets Quitting vs. Lakers, Victor Wembanyama’s concussion, Portland's Cheap Owner | 04.22
Bomani Jones is joined by Bruce Bowen to talk NBA playoffs, from the Spurs' chances at a title run after Victor Wembanyama’s concussion to whether the Houston Rockets just embarrassed themselves against LeBron and the Lakers. They also hit Anthony Edwards’ rise as a leader, Rudy Gobert’s redemption, and why CJ McCollum is suddenly playing Madison Square Garden villain against Jalen Brunson.Bomani
Nate Tice revisits the 2011 NFL Draft: How Cam Newton, J.J. Watt, and Richard Sherman changed the NFL forever | 04.21
It’s TIME MACHINE TUESDAY on The Right Time with Bomani Jones – we’re going back 15 years to the 2011 NFL Draft, a class that might be the best of all time.They break down
Why this was THE Cam Newton draft – and why you’d still take Cam No. 1 overall in a redraft
How Cam single-handedly dragged the Panthers’ franchise to relevance and changed how the NFL thinks about QBs
Von Miller vs. J
LeBron & Lakers beat Rockets, WNBA's "Too Online" issue, Giants trade Dexter Lawrence | 04.20
Back from a week of vacation, Bomani Jones reacts to the opening weekend of the NBA playoffs, including LeBron James leading the Lakers over the Kevin Durantless Rockets, Nikola Jokic & the Denver Nuggets taking down Anthony Edwards & the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Knicks fiesty game 1 win over the Atlanta Hawks & much more. Later, he breaks down the discourse around the Dallas Wings draftin
DJ Wally Sparks on Prince’s Best Era, Best Songs and Wildest Deep Cuts | 04.16
In the second part of this 2-part series, Bomani Jones is joined by DJ Wally Sparks for a deep dive into Prince’s catalog, from the early records to the Warner years that made him a legend.
They get into Purple Rain vs. Sign o’ the Times, why When Doves Cry feels untouchable, why Little Red Corvette has a real case as Prince’s best song, and which deep cuts and B-sides still hit the hardest.
Why Prince Still Feels Untouchable: Purple Rain, 1999 & More | 04.14
Bomani Jones is joined by Patrice Jones for the first of a special two-part Prince series on The Right Time.
They break down what made Prince different, why 1999 and Purple Rain hit so hard, how his sound changed music, and what his run meant in real time for the people living through it. They also get into Prince’s guitar brilliance, the wild range of his catalog, and why his influence still fee
Domonique Foxworth on Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini rumors, Steelers uncertain QB future | 04.09
Bomani Jones is joined by Dominique Foxworth to talk through one of the wildest stretches of the NFL offseason.
They break down Lamar Jackson showing up, what that says about his leverage in Baltimore, and why the Ravens still have to treat him like the franchise. They also get into the Mike Vrabel and Diana Russini news, what to make of that story, and why it blew up across sports media.
Plus,
Tom Haberstroh on Giannis-Bucks Drama continues, Spurs Push for NBA title, UNC hires Mike Malone | 04.08
Bomani Jones is joined by Tom Haberstroh to break down the chaos surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo, Doc Rivers, and the Milwaukee Bucks. They dig into whether Giannis really wants out, why the Bucks’ situation feels so broken, and what a trade could mean for the rest of the league. Then they shift to the Western Conference, the rise of Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs, and whether the NBA is headin
Michael Collins on The Tiger Slam, 25 Years Later | 04.07
Bomani Jones is joined by ESPN’s Michael Collins to look back at the Tiger Slam and explain why Tiger Woods’ 2000-2001 run felt different from anything golf had ever seen.
They break down Tiger’s historic 15-shot win at Pebble Beach, his domination at St. Andrews, the pressure of the 2001 Masters, and why that stretch made the GOAT case for Tiger in a way stats alone can’t capture.
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Geno Auriemma LOSES IT at Dawn Staley, LeBron’s Memphis Mess | 04.06
Bomani Jones reacts to Geno Auriemma losing it at Dawn Staley after UConn’s loss and explains why the moment landed so badly. He also breaks down LeBron James’ comments about Memphis, including why his suggestion that the Grizzlies move to Nashville became a much bigger issue than just a throwaway opinion. He also hits on UNC's search for a basketball coach, Dan Hurley's push for a dynasty, and K
Danny Parkins on Eagles put Jalen Hurts on notice. Wembanyama's MVP case, Lakers title chances | 04.02
Jalen Hurts just got put on notice by his own team – so what happens next? Bomani Jones and FS1’s Danny Parkins break down the explosive ESPN report on Hurts’ rigidity, his Jordan/Kobe self-image, and what it says about his leadership, coaching changes, and the Eagles’ future. Then they flip to the NBA: Victor Wembanyama’s terrifying rise, why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander might still be MVP, how the Th
Pat Forde on Crazy Dan Hurley, Billy Donovan to UNC Rumors, Will Wade to LSU | 04.01
UConn might quietly be the real dynasty of 21st-century college basketball. Bomani Jones is joined by Pat Forde (SI.com) to break down a loaded Final Four, explain how UConn’s six titles in 27 years put the Huskies in their own tier, and explore how Dan Hurley became the sport’s new “fun jerk” on the sideline.They also get into why this Final Four (Arizona, Michigan, UConn, Illinois) is so strong
Howard Bryant on Duke vs UNLV 1991: The Upset That Changed College Basketball | 03.31
On Time Machine Tuesday, Bomani Jones and Howard Bryant go back to the 1991 Final Four and the stunning upset that turned Duke into college basketball’s ultimate villain. From Jerry Tarkanian’s renegade UNLV program and Larry Johnson’s rock-star Runnin’ Rebels to Christian Laettner’s rise and Coach K’s defining moment, they unpack the racial, cultural, and class tensions that made this more than j
Duke's all-time choke vs. UConn in Elite 8, Tiger Woods arrested, Will Wade to LSU | 03.30
Duke blew a 15-point halftime lead and Bomani is in full hater glory. He relives UConn’s wild comeback, the logo heave that broke Duke’s heart, and why the comedy of the collapse depends entirely on who you root for. They also get into why this NCAA Tournament has felt especially fun, from Illinois’ run to the rise of big-personality coaches like Dan Hurley .Later, Bo unpacks the latest Tiger Wood
Jason Goff on Victor Wembanyama's MVP Push, NBA's 65-Game rule, Jay-Z's disappointing interview | 03.26
Victor Wembanyama might already be the story of the NBA season — but is he actually the MVP? Bomani and Jason Goff dig into Wemby’s rise, the 65-game rule, how we talk about MVPs, all‑NBA, money, and legacies, and why this era of basketball feels so different from the one they grew up on.
They also get into Dominique Wilkins vs. “loser” talk, James Harden’s reputation, Anthony Edwards’ legend run
Van Lathan breaks down Stephen A. Smith vs. Jason Whitlock beef, TSA airport Chaos | 03.25
Bomani Jones is joined by The Ringer's Van Lathan. First, they dive into the escalating Stephen A. Smith vs. Jason Whitlock feud and why media beef keeps pulling people in. Later, they discuss the chaos at Atlanta’s airport as TSA lines spiral out of control across America. Finally, Van shares hilarious stories about working with Joel Anderson on The Ringer Tailgate.
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Bob Costas on Michael Jordan Memories, The Magic of “NBA on NBC”, O.J.’s Bronco Chase | 03.24
Bob Costas joins Bomani Jones to discuss his new role on "The NBA on NBC". Bob tells Bomani incredible stories about Pat Riley, Michael Jordan, Shaquille O'Neal, Bill Walton, O.J.Simpson, Ahmad Rashad, and much more! Later, Bob explains why the NBA on NBA did things differently than its competitors and why he believes that still resonates with fans today.
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Hubert Davis’s Done at UNC?, Rick Pitino Redemption, March Madness' "Caucasian Revolution"
Bomani Jones breaks down everything happening in March Madness. He starts with Bill Self in another classic Bill Self game, Rick Pitino back in the Sweet 16, and how Pitino suddenly has a chance to be the hero we need when St. John’s takes on Duke.Later, he digs into the rumors that UNC might fire Hubert Davis after blowing a 19-point lead to VCU. Bomani explains how it fell apart, what that VCU l
Charles McDonald on Dolphins Tanking Disaster, Vikings' Kyler Murray Gamble, NFL Replacement Refs? | 03.19
Bomani Jones is joined by Charles McDonald of Yahoo Sports to break down another wild stretch of NFL storylines. They start with the Dolphins clearing out weapons around Malik Willis and ask the obvious question: What exactly is Miami trying to build? Then they get into the Kyler Murray conversation, why some teams keep giving away starting-caliber quarterbacks, and what the Vikings and Falcons ar
Vinnie Goodwill on Kevin Durant-Rockets Struggles, Why LeBron shouldn't leave Lakers, NBA Expansion | 03.18
Bomani Jones is joined by Vinnie Goodwill to talk through the biggest NBA storylines right now. They break down what’s going wrong with Kevin Durant and the Rockets, why Luka Doncic has the Lakers rolling, and whether Los Angeles can really survive with its defensive flaws. They also get into Victor Wembanyama’s absurd impact, the Western Conference playoff race, LeBron’s future in Los Angeles, an
1996 Hip-Hop Series: DJ Wally Sparks on Why Dr. Dre and Snoop Needed Each Other, Tupac's incredible rise | 03.17
Bomani Jones is joined by DJ Wally Sparks for another Time Machine Tuesday, this time breaking down the state of West Coast rap in 1996.
They dive into Tupac’s transformation into the ultimate California rap star, Dr. Dre and Snoop struggling without each other, the rise of The Doggfather and Aftermath, and why Ice Cube’s Westside Connection run mattered so much. Plus, they show love to Too Short
It’s Time To Hate Duke Again, Lakers Big win, Bruce Pearl embarrasses himself | 03.16
March Madness is here, and Bomani Jones has one message for the people: it’s time to hate Duke again. On this episode of The Right Time, Bomani breaks down why the tournament is better when everybody unites against the Blue Devils, and how his Duke hatred has never changed, even though his relationship to college basketball has.Plus, Bomani dives into the Lakers’ rise in the West, Luka’s clutch st
Domonique Foxworth reacts to Daniel Jones Getting PAID, Ravens Next Steps & Geno’s Jets Reunion | 3.12
On this episode of Foxworth Thursday, Bomani Jones and Dominique Foxworth break down Bam Adebayo dropping 83 points in a historic performance—but will anyone remember it like the legendary scoring nights from players like Kobe Bryant? The guys debate how impressive the game really was and why context matters when we talk about huge scoring totals. Later, the Baltimore Ravens reportedly backed out
Danny Parkins on Bam Adebayo drops 83 points, Ravens back out of Crosby trade, sign Trey Hendrickson | 03.11
On this episode of The Right Time with Bomani Jones, Bo is joined by Danny Parkins of "First Things First" to break down one of the wildest nights in sports.First up: the unbelievable 83-point performance from Bam Adebayo. Bo and Danny discuss how it happened, why it sparked debate across the NBA, and whether a night fueled by 43 free throws belongs among the greatest scoring performances ever.The
Jason A. England on How A Tribe Called Quest, The Fugees & Mobb Deep Defined 1996 | 03.10
In this episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones and Jason England continue their discussion of Hip=Hop in the year 1996.From classic albums by A Tribe Called Quest and De La Soul to the massive breakthrough of The Fugees, the conversation explores how 1996 produced some of the most important rap records ever made. But it was also the moment when hip-hop started shifting—from a culture-driven scene
Ravens trade for Maxx Crosby, Trump’s “Stick to Sports” Hypocrisy gets more absurd | 03.09
Bomani Jones kicks off the show by reacting to the news that the Baltimore Ravens traded 2 first round picks for Maxx Crosby. He roasts the Las Vegas Raiders' draft history and discusses how the Ravens and Lamar Jackson are all in for this season. Later, he breaks down how Donald Trump continues to meddle in sports and the hypocrisy surrounding it. Finally, he reacts to more bad AI news, domest
Pat Forde on Donald Trump's Absurd Plan to “Fix” College Football, Pimps in College Basketball | 03.06
Bomani Jones is joined by Pat Forde of Sports Illustrated. First, they discuss Donald Trump's roundtable discussion on the future of college athletics and how difficult that problem is. Later, they break down the priorities for fixing college sports and what they would like to see changed. Finally, they react to a story of a Cal State Bakersfield College Basketball coach moonlighting as a pimp.
Bruce Bowen GOES IN on Spurs Title Chances, Luka Doncic's whining, Tatum's return | 03.04
Bomani Jones is joined by San Antonio Spurs Legend Bruce Bowen. First, they discuss the Spurs' season and whether Victor Wembanyama can lead them to an NBA title. Later, they break down other Western Conference contenders and discuss the disappointing seasons that Luka Doncic and the Lakers are having. Finally, they react to Jayson Tatum potentially coming back for the Boston Celtics and if t
1996 Hip Hop Series: DJ Wally Sparks on How Outkast, UGK & Master P Took Southern Hip-Hop From Regional to Global | 03.03
In this episode of Bomani Jones 1996 Hip Hop Series, Bo and DJ Wally Sparks examine the origin of Southern Hip Hop that year. First, they discuss the Geto Boys and how they were the genesis of Southern Rap. Later, they break down Outkast's "ATLiens", how it differs from their first record, and the incredibly adult themes explored by two teenagers. Finally, they examine the influences of No Limi
NBA regular season heats up, NFL Combine absurdity, Kyler Murray's future | 03.02
Bomani Jones reacts to a stacked weekend of NBA action, including the Cleveland Cavaliers vs. the Detroit Pistons, the Oklahoma City Thunder vs. the Denver Nuggets, the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. the Denver Nuggets & the San Antonio Spurs vs. the New York Knicks. He argues that the NBA season is finally heating up, and we should get excited about the regular season stretch run. Later, he discuss
Corey Erdman on Floyd Mayweather-Manny Pacquiao rematch, USA-Canada's complicated relationship | 02.27
Bomani Jones is joined by Corey Erdman, Together they delve into the world of boxing, discussing the upcoming fight between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao, the implications of age on performance, and the financial motivations behind fighters' comebacks. They explore the current state of boxing, the cultural impact of celebrity fights, and the evolution of drug culture in sports. The discussio
Jason Goff on LeBron's disappointing end with Lakers, A.J Brown-Eagles drama, Shedeur Browns QB 1? | 02.25
Bomani Jones is joined by the Ringer's Jason Goff. First, they discuss how both Luka Doncic & LeBron James have had disappointing careers with the Los Angeles Lakers and what's next for both superstars. Later, they discuss Victor Wembanyama's ability to destroy the NBA & AJ Brown's unhappiness with the Philadelphia Eagles. Finally, they discuss the potential QB "competition" between Deshaun Wat
1996 Hip Hop Series: Jason England on Biggie’s Blueprint: The Hidden Impact on Jay-Z & Nas | 02.24
In the latest episode of The Right Time's 1996 Hip Hop Series, Bomani Jones and Jason England break down Notorious B.I.G.'s impact on the year 1996 despite not putting out an album. Later, they discuss Biggie's imprint on artists like Jay-Z, Nas, Redman and more.
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Adam Silver's NBA tanking problem. USA wins gold vs. Canada, Floyd Mayweather back? | 02.23
Bomani Jones breaks down the NBA’s tanking problem and explains why the real issue might be that the regular season just doesn’t feel like it matters anymore. He also dives into USA Hockey’s gold medal moment, why America’s relationship with hockey is actually healthy, and what makes certain sports hit differently culturally. Plus, Floyd Mayweather’s return, Sam Altman’s wild AI comments abd TSA P
Vinnie Goodwill on Kevin Durant-Rockets Concerns, Wemby-Thunder rivalry, Knicks NBA Finals or Bust? | 02.20
Bomani Jones is joined by ESPN's Vinnie Goodwill to break down all the second-half storylines for the NBA. First, they discuss the ALL-Star game's issues, which are fixable and which are not. Later, they break down the Western Conference race, whether the Rockets have issues beyond the Kevin Durant Files, the emerging Spurs-Thunder rivalry, and whether Anthony Edwards or Nikola Jokic can drag thei
Domonique Foxworth on MLBPA's SHOCKING Scandal, Jesse Jackson's death, The KD Files | 02.18
Bomani Jones is joined by ESPN's Domonique Foxworth. They start the show by reacting to Tony Clark's resignation as MLBPA director after an alleged relationship with his sister-in-law. Later, they discuss Jesse Jackson's life after his death earlier this week and what people don't understand about the Civil Rights Icon. Finally, they react to Kevin Durant's reportedly vented frustrations with
DJ Wally Sparks on When Rap Had Regional Identity, The Rise of Southern Singles, Bone Thugs Underrated? | 02.17
In this episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones and DJ Wally Sparks break down why 1996 was one of the greatest singles years in hip-hop history. From UGK, Twista, and DJ Screw to Camp Lo, Bone Thugs, and Busta Rhymes, they explore how regional rap scenes, Rap City, and the role of DJs shaped an era before streaming changed everything. It’s a deep dive into the songs, the culture, and the moment w
