The Joe Rose Show

Monday’s show is packed with a loaded slate in sports, headlined by Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs as New York looks to extend its dominant 13-game playoff winning streak while San Antonio fights to stay alive. The guys break down the incredible run the Knicks are on, the pressure on Victor Wembanyama, and whether this series is turning into one of the most-watched Finals in recent memory given the storylines and ticket prices. Around the NBA, they also touch on Giannis-to-Miami trade buzz and the broader Heat outlook, while the NHL’s Stanley Cup Final between Carolina and Vegas continues to deliver a strong series. Hall of Fame coach Jimmy Johnson also joins briefly to share stories ahead of attending Game 3, discuss talent evaluation across sports, and offer quick thoughts on the Dolphins’ new leadership under GM Jon-Eric Sullivan and head coach Jeff Hafley. The rest of the show focuses on Dolphins offseason storylines, including roster turnover, young player development, and what Miami’s long-term rebuild could look like as the organization resets for the future.

Hour 1 is packed with NBA Finals discussion as the Knicks take a 2-0 series lead over the Spurs heading into a pivotal Game 3 at Madison Square Garden. The guys break down New York’s 13-game playoff winning streak, the historic ticket prices surrounding the Finals, Karl-Anthony Towns’ impact, and whether Victor Wembanyama is trying to do too much for a young Spurs team facing a must-win situation. Hall of Fame coach Jimmy Johnson joins the show to discuss his connections to both Finals teams, share his thoughts on talent evaluation, and offer strong praise for Dolphins GM Jon-Eric Sullivan and head coach Jeff Hafley, while also weighing in on the changing NIL landscape and Miami Hurricanes recruiting. Plus, the crew touches on the Marlins winning two of three from the Rays, Max Meyer’s continued emergence, and the latest Dolphins offseason storylines, including Quinn Ewers’ impressive minicamp performance and why Malik Willis remains the clear frontrunner for the starting quarterback job.

Hour 2 opens with NBA Finals talk as the Knicks take control of the series with a 2–0 lead over the Spurs behind a historic 13-game playoff winning streak, while questions swirl about whether Victor Wembanyama is pressing too much in high-leverage moments. The guys also discuss the Marlins taking the weekend series over the Rays. Omar Kelly joined the show to break down Dolphins minicamp, including encouraging signs from Quinn Ewers, Jordan Phillips, and Zeek Biggers, along with concerns about whether Miami should open up a real quarterback competition behind Malik Willis. Omar also weighs in on roster development, the importance of hitting on low-cost signings, and what he’ll be watching as the Dolphins head into their summer break. The hour wraps with Hollywood’s Headlines, including Kim Kardashian’s Monaco F1 moment, a 24-hour three-point record set in Maine, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding buzz tied to Madison Square Garden, and Bam Adebayo spotted at the French Open.

Hour 3 opens with NBA Finals talk as the Knicks continue their dominant run, riding a 13-game playoff winning streak while the Spurs try to even the series in what could be one of the most expensive tickets in sports history. Joe and Hollywood break down whether Victor Wembanyama can bounce back after a tough Game 2 loss and debate if he is already the face of the NBA, while also noting the celebrity-filled atmosphere expected tonight, including President Trump in attendance. The conversation also turns to Giannis-to-Miami trade buzz and what it would mean for the Heat, along with predictions for tonight’s game and where the series is headed. The hour wraps with Dolphins offseason discussion as Joe pushes back on the idea of a QB competition between Quinn Ewers and Malik Willis and emphasizes Miami’s young roster and system installation, before briefly touching on Marlins talk after strong recent play and a quick note on horse racing and recent major wins in the sport.

Hour 4 features Hollywood sharing a surprising look at how popular beach volleyball is in his area before the conversation shifts to tonight’s NBA Finals matchup and whether Richard Jefferson has quickly become one of the more polarizing voices in broadcasting. The guys preview what should be another highly competitive game between the Knicks and Spurs, while also touching on French Open storylines, including Korda rising to No. 1 on the women’s side and Alexander Zverev capturing his first major title. They also reflect on Charles Barkley’s legacy as one of the best broadcasters in sports despite never winning a championship as a player. The hour wraps with a broader comparison between the Knicks’ long Finals drought and the Dolphins’ playoff struggles, as Joe and Hollywood discuss Miami’s full organizational reset, massive dead cap situation, and why patience is once again required as the new regime tries to build something sustainable.