The Joe Rose Show

Thursday’s show is packed with reaction from one of the wildest nights in sports as the Knicks stage a historic 29-point comeback to stun the Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, taking a 3-1 series lead and putting San Antonio on the brink after a stunning late-game collapse highlighted by De’Aaron Fox’s critical mistake and Victor Wembanyama’s missed free throws. The guys break down how Madison Square Garden was rocking with celebrities and why this Knicks team feels poised to close out the series, while also debating whether the Spurs’ youth and inexperience led to one of the most unforgettable meltdowns in Finals history. The Dolphins continue to make quiet moves, including a three-year extension for center Aaron Brewer, as the conversation turns to Miami’s long playoff drought and whether the franchise can ever break through, while Marlins momentum rolls on as they continue playing strong baseball and chase a series sweep of the Diamondbacks. The show also dives back into the ongoing Brendan Sorsby college football saga, with continued fallout around Texas Tech and NIL-era roster building, plus broader discussion on Patrick Mahomes’ record-setting contract and what it means for the QB hierarchy. To close the show, Alex Solana joins to preview the World Cup, breaking down Portugal’s chances with Cristiano Ronaldo, the dominance of Spain and France as favorites, England and USA’s place in the field, Italy’s recent failures to qualify, and FIFA’s growing global spectacle as excitement builds for the tournament, especially in South Florida.

Hour 1 opens with reaction to one of the wildest games in NBA Finals history as the Knicks erase a 29-point deficit to stun the Spurs and take a commanding 3-1 series lead, capped by OG Anunoby’s game-winning tip-in at Madison Square Garden. The guys break down San Antonio’s second-half collapse, Charles Barkley calling the Spurs “the dumbest team in basketball,” De’Aaron Fox’s costly late-game mistake, and whether the young Spurs have any chance of extending the series. The conversation then shifts to the Dolphins rewarding center Aaron Brewer with a three-year extension, why Jordyn Brooks should be next in line for a new deal, and a debate over Patrick Mahomes, Tom Brady, and Dan Marino in the greatest quarterback conversation. Plus, the Marlins continue their hot streak with wins in seven of their last eight games as they look to complete a sweep of the Diamondbacks.

Hour 2 opens with reaction to the Knicks’ historic comeback win over the Spurs, as San Antonio’s second-half collapse is put under the microscope after costly late-game mistakes from De’Aaron Fox and Victor Wembanyama helped swing the series. The conversation then shifts to Texas Tech’s athletic department publicly addressing the Brendan Sorsby situation, with Joe pushing back on the school’s messaging and questioning how a star quarterback receiving millions in NIL money is being framed as being handled in the “best interest” of the program. The guys discuss the growing backlash across college football, schools threatening to remove Texas Tech from their schedules, and whether the program has put itself in an unwinnable PR position. Later, longtime South Florida sports columnist Dave Hyde joins the show following his Sun Sentinel departure after 36 years, reflecting on his career covering iconic teams like the ‘96 Panthers and the Big Three Heat, reacting to the Knicks’ massive Finals comeback, and discusses what’s next for his career.

Hour 3 opens with continued reaction to the Spurs’ stunning late-game collapse in Game 4, as Joe breaks down De’Aaron Fox’s critical mistake at the end of the game and whether San Antonio should have trusted Victor Wembanyama with the final possession instead. The guys scrutinize Fox’s veteran leadership, Wembanyama’s missed free throws, and the Spurs’ overall panic down the stretch, comparing the meltdown to historic collapses like the Falcons blowing a 28-3 Super Bowl lead, with Joe questioning whether this kind of loss can damage a young franchise long-term. The conversation then shifts to the Dolphins, who quietly extend Aaron Brewer and continue what’s been a drama-free offseason, before circling back to the ongoing Brendan Sorsby college football situation and its ripple effects. The hour wraps with a wide-ranging mix of sports and off-field storylines, including NBA Finals fallout, the Marlins’ strong play, Patrick Mahomes’ massive new contract extension, rumors involving Mike Vrabel, lighthearted relationship and “swingers” jokes, and global sports chatter as the World Cup begins with Joe picking Portugal while also discussing Team USA’s chances

Hour 4 opens with reaction to the Spurs’ epic collapse in the NBA Finals and questions about how San Antonio will respond after one of the most devastating losses in league history, as the guys compare it to other infamous collapses and discuss how fan bases and franchises recover from moments like this. The conversation shifts to the Knicks’ historic comeback and their push toward a long-awaited championship, before turning to the Dolphins and growing frustration among fans as the team’s playoff win drought stretches beyond 25 years, sparking debate about whether Miami can ever truly break through and how long-term rebuilds in sports actually work. The hour also touches on community and off-field stories, including scams targeting older fans and a promotion for a Baptist Health event featuring Alonzo Mourning, before closing with Alex Solana joining to preview the World Cup, breaking down Portugal’s chances, questioning Cristiano Ronaldo’s current form, and analyzing favorites like Spain and France while discussing the U.S. national team, Italy’s decline, FIFA’s business tactics, and the global excitement building for the tournament—especially in South Florida.