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“The Shot” Podcast With Craig Ehlo and Brad Sellers

May 7th, 2020 was the 31st anniversary of Michael Jordan’s legendary shot that beat the Cavaliers in game 5 of the first round of the 1989 NBA playoffs. It launched MJ’s career towards the greatest of all-time(G.O.A.T.), but knocked Cleveland out of the playoffs and just a year later led to the disastrous trade of Ron Harper that would haunt the Cavs for years to come.

We’ve seen “Air Jordan” describe “The Shot” many times. What I wanted to do was talk to the other two key players involved in “The Shot” and get their perspective of what was supposed to happen from both huddles prior to “The Shot”, and then get their reaction immediately after the play, and then all these years later.

So I set up a Zoom call with former Bulls forward Brad Sellers, who inbounded the ball to Michael, and former Cavaliers guard Craig “Eggs” Ehlo, who had the unenviable task of trying to guard Michael on the legendary play.

The guys broke it down and shared great stories, some never told before, in this 45 minute Zoom video podcast:

CAVS RELEASE 2017-18 FULL SCHEDULE

Whether Kyrie Irving is there to play with LeBron James or not, the Cleveland Cavaliers know who, when and where they will be playing their 82 regular season game for the upcoming 2017-18.

Cavaliers 2017-18 Printable Schedule

 

 

CAVS AND G.M. DAVID GRIFFIN GO THEIR SEPARATE WAYS

The Cleveland Cavaliers and General Manager David Griffin have parted ways after 3 years and one NBA Championship. It was announced Monday night that the two sides could not agree on a new contract and had philosophical differences for the direction of the team.

 Here is the official press release from the Cavaliers:

Statement From Cleveland Cavaliers Chairman Dan Gilbert

The Cleveland Cavaliers and its General Manager, David Griffin, have mutually decided not to extend David’s current contract, which ends June 30, 2017.

On behalf of the entire organization, I would like to thank Griff for his leadership and many contributions during his time here, including most recently, his role in the franchise’s first NBA Championship.

We have no announcement at this time related to new leadership of the Cavaliers basketball operations group, but we are confident our current front office will continue to aggressively explore and pursue opportunities to improve our team in the weeks ahead.

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Names that have surfaced as potential front office candidates in varying roles according to WHBC sources include Chauncey Billups, Justin Zanek, Joe Dumars and Larry Harris.

Via Twitter, Cavs All Star and All NBA First Team forward LeBron James had this to say about David Griffin’s departure:

LeBron JamesVerified account @KingJames

If no one appreciated you Griff I did, and hopefully all the people of Cleveland! Thanks for what u did for the team for 3 yrs! We got us 1

11:32 PM – 19 Jun 2017

Tune in to the Kenny and JT Show on 1480 WHBC and WHBC.com Tuesday from 3p-7p for more on this developing story.

ICKEY WOODS ON HIS GEICO “COLD CUTS” COMMERCIAL

Ickey Woods join me on the Kenny Roda Show on News/Talk 1480 WHBC and shared with me how he improvised on his Geico – “Cold Cuts” commercial that became so popular.

Listen here –

Ickey Woods Geico Cold Cuts

Photo courtesy of Marketmenot.com

 

MY WEEK AT INDIANS SPRING TRAINING 2015

Check out all of my radio interviews we did while in Goodyear, Arizona covering the Tribe for News/Talk 1480 WHBC right here – 

Chris Antonetti & Kenny Roda Interview Photo Spring Training 2-26-15

Going 1 on 1 with Indians G.M. Chris Antonetti

Plus here’s a link to a ton of photos from Spring Training with the Tribe, click here – 

Corey Kluber, Carlos Carrasco and Gavin Floyd - Spring Training 2015

And for even more Tribe Spring Training photos, click here – 

Michael Brantley Taking BP in Spring Training - Follow Through on Swing 2-27-15

LEBRON’S LATEST BEATS BY DRE COMMERCIAL

This is really well done. If you’re a Cavs fan, a LeBron fan or from Akron, it’ll really make you feel good. It got me pumped! I can’t wait for October 30th at 8pm when the Knicks come to The Q and the second “King James” era begins. Enjoy!

Click here  –

 

FRANK CALIENDO AS MORGAN FREEMAN READING LEBRON’S LETTER, PLUS HIS JON GRUDEN, CHRIS BERMAN AND MORE

I don’t call him the funniest man in America for nothing. Here”s a double dose of comedian and friend, Frank Caliendo doing what he does best.Frank Caliendo and Kenny Roda photo

 

First, his dead on Morgan Freeman impression while reading LeBron’s SI.com letter –

“The LeBron James Redemption”

Second, his segment last night with Keith Olbermann nailing his Jon Gruden, Chris Berman and John Madden impressions –

You can see more of Frank Caliendo this Friday, July 25th at 7pm on ESPN as the four letter network airs a 30 minute special – “The Best and Worst of Frank Caliendo Impressions”.

THE THRILL OF VICTORY AND THE AGONY OF DEFEAT!

Maria Sharapova defeats Simona Halep in the 2014 French Open Women’s final in three sets at Roland Garros to win her 5th Grand Slam title and second French Open Championship. French Open 2014 Womens Finals Photo

 

PHOTOS FROM THE RALLY ALLEY SHOW ON “ALL BETS ARE OFF” ON SPORTSTIME OHIO

Roda and Mike Jackson 5-30-14 Me and former Indians closer Mike Jackson who saved 79 of 88 games for the Tribe during the 1998-99 seasons!

Roda and T.J. House 5-30-14 Nice to meet Indians pitcher T.J. House who made his rookie debut this season.

Roda and Paul Shuey 5-30-14 Chatting with former Indians relief pitcher Paul Shuey.

Roda and Nick Swisher 5-30-14 Looking like I’m asleep at the wheel while interviewing Indians 1st baseman Nick Swisher.

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So is that Johnny Football on the cover of this week’s Sports Illustrated?

Johnny Manziel Browns SI Cover Photo