Episode 73 – NBA Playoff Reactions & FA Cup Preview

Episode 73 of Who’s Got The Ball? sees Michael join the lads to break down a massive week in sport.

They kick things off with the NBA Playoffs, diving into the opening games of several key series. There’s a deep discussion on Rockets vs Lakers and 76ers vs Celtics, alongside thoughts on Pistons vs Magic, Thunder vs Suns, and Spurs vs Trail Blazers.

The focus then shifts to football, where they react to Brighton vs Chelsea and discuss the Liam Rosenior fallout. The lads also break down the FA Cup semi-finals and look ahead to a huge clash between Arsenal and Newcastle.

A packed episode covering all the biggest stories, reactions, and predictions.

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(0:00) Intro

(2:54) Sixers Steal a Game in Boston

(12:29) Houston, We Have a Problem

(27:11) Can the Blazers Win Another?

(32:31) OKC Torch the Suns

(40:04) Cade Gets the Pistons Back in Rhythm

(45:09) Quick Fire Playoff Thoughts

(49:52) Gan Seans: Our Underdog Picks

(53:09) Brighton Rise & Rosenior Falls

(57:23) FA Cup Semi-Final Picks

(59:50) Arsenal vs Newcastle Preview

(1:05:12) Power Rankings