Screaming From The Sidelines

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Let’s face it – some of us spend a little too much time, energy, and attention on our beloved sports teams. For some of us passionate fans, screaming from the sidelines is simply a part of who we are. Now, with sports betting becoming a ubiquitous part of our fandom, why not make a little extra cash along the way? Each episode, Greg Silver will take you through some of the most enticing bets, trends, and storylines around the game of basketball. If you care about everything from the NBA to the WNBA and NCAA Tournament, this podcast is a must

The Aces Have Four Stars, and Nothing Else Matters
#52
10/12/2023

After a convincing beatdown against the New York Liberty in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals, the Las Vegas Aces are on the brink of becoming the first back-to-back champions since the Los Angeles Sparks in 2001-2002. Greg discusses why earlier concerns over the Aces' lack of depth is not, and never was, an issue for this team. Plus, his thoughts on the WNBA coming to the Bay Area.


Explain it in (W)NBA Terms
#51
08/01/2023

You know when you hear about a sport, game, or league that you just don't follow super closely, but you want the proper context of what it all means? Explain it in NBA Terms! This episode takes the social media bit to the next level, as Greg Silver attempts to give each of the 12 teams in the WNBA their best NBA comparison. Of course, the WNBA has very much its own identity, as is the case with the NHL, MLB, and major tournaments in tennis or golf. Some comparisons were easier to find than others. As we enter the...


Bringing the WNBA to Oakland
#50
06/20/2023

Sign the petition! WNBA Oakland Twitter! WNBA Oakland Website!

On the 50th episode of SFTS, Greg has the privilege of hosting three important figures who are looking to bring an expansion team to Oakland, CA. Sara Brande, Joanie Lohman, and Alexis Gray-Lawson all connected just a couple of years ago, but together they are at the forefront of a movement to bring the W to a city that's starving for a team.

Brande learned the power of online community while back in Boston, and after shortly after moving to Oakland in 2021, she connected with longtime...


Oakland Shows Up For Reverse Boycott, Nuggets and Golden Knights Get Their First Championships, Cavinder Twins Controversy, Ja Morant, and More!
#49
06/14/2023

Oakland fans gave the A's a night to remember and vice versa, as 27,759 faces showed up for the reverse boycott game Tuesday night, in which the A's (19-50, now 7 straight wins), defeated the league-best Tampa Bay Rays (48-22) by a score of 2-1. Hey John Fisher, have you thought about selling the team? Greg gives love to Oakland before pivoting to congratulate the Denver Nuggets and Las Vegas Golden Knights, who both got to celebrate their first championships in program history.

The NBA off-season means Ja Morant's suspension should be announced shortly and focus will turn to...


Heat vs Nuggets is Set + Miami Officially Survives the Ultimate Roller Coaster
#48
05/31/2023

The past two weeks have been cause for plenty of screaming, be it from the sidelines, an office desk, the popular local sports bar, or your childhood bedroom. After the Miami Heat led the Eastern Conference Finals a commanding 3 games to none, the Boston Celtics responded with three of their own, including a Derrick buzzer beater with just 0.1 seconds left on the clock to force a Game 7. However, it was the Heat who regained control with a commanding 103-84 victory in Boston on Monday, and they've become just the second 8-seed in NBA history to reach the NBA Finals...


WNBA Tip-Off with Jordan Robinson
#47
05/19/2023

The 27th season of the WNBA tips off on Friday, and for Jordan Robinson, the action can't come soon enough. Robinson is a host, writer, and storyteller who has made major contributions to numerous high-profile companies, including the Pac-12 Network, Jordan, Buckets, and the Women's Sports Network. Most recently, she teamed up with Hall of Famer and 4x WNBA Champion Sheryl Swoopes to launch Queens of the Court, an Audacy original podcast that combines news and information with interviews and deep dives on the history of women’s basketball. In addition to connecting over their love for the game, Gr...


Dick Jerardi Talks 149th Kentucky Derby
#46
05/06/2023

Dick Jerardi, a national horse racing reporter and former longtime columnist for the Philadelphia Daily News (1985-2017), joins the show to preview the 149th Kentucky Derby. Greg kicks off the show by discussing last year's Kentucky Derby, when Rich Strike shocked the world as a last minute addition and 80/1 odds long shot. Greg and Dick preview this year's field of 19 horses, the success of trainers Todd Pletcher and Brad Cox, a few of the fearless jockeys, and some high value bets. Listen in for a full preview of this year's most exciting two minutes in sports!


Seeds 1-8 Still Here! Let's Talk Round 2
#45
05/01/2023

For the first time in NBA history, the second round of the postseason consists of all eight seeds. Join us for a discussion of the four remaining series. Betting talk included.


Playoff Jimmy and the Adrenaline Inducing Postseason
#44
04/27/2023

The NBA Playoffs continue to rage, and even the first round is providing us with shocking upsets and tense back-and-forth showdowns between superstars. The Heat became just the sixth 8-seed to upset a 1-seed in an NBA postseason last night, as playoff Jimmy worked his magic yet again. The New York Knicks won their first playoff series in a decade, the Grizzlies forced a Game 6 in Los Angeles, and the Warriors have a chance to close out the Kings at the Chase Center on Friday. If you're excited like Greg, you'll want to tune into this one!


Draymond's Suspended Again! Cyrus Saatsaz and Greg Silver Look Ahead to a Pivotal Game 3
#43
04/21/2023

Cyrus Saatsaz, an award-winning journalist and host of the Locked On Warriors and Rick Barry's House podcasts, brings his proud love for the Golden State Warriors to Screaming From The Sidelines ahead of Game 3 at the Chase Center. Already trailing the series 2-0 to a young, energetic, and fearless Sacramento Kings team, the Warriors margin for error became even smaller with the NBA's decision to suspend star forward Draymond Green for Game 3. Green was ejected during the 4th quarter of Game 2 following an incident with Kings center Domantas Sabonis, and Sacramento went on to win 114-106. Greg and Cyrus...