Hour 2: Will the Cavs try to lose to the Hawks tonight? + Ashley Bastock

The episode opens with a deep dive into the Cleveland Cavaliers' playoff positioning strategy, questioning whether they are intentionally trying to lose games to secure a favorable matchup against the Hawks and avoid Boston in the Eastern Conference Finals. Host JP expresses frustration that the Cavs have won nine of their last 11 games, making it difficult to believe they’re executing a deliberate 'tanking' plan. He argues that the team should embrace the easier path to the Eastern Conference Finals, calling it a smart, strategic move rather than cowardly. This sparks a debate with co-hosts and callers, including Justin Termini, who supports the Cavs pursuing the four seed for a better bracket, and Jason Lloyd, who criticizes the idea as undermining team morale and integrity. The conversation shifts to the Browns' offseason, with guest Ashley Bastock discussing Todd Munkin’s first press conference, his emphasis on winning and development, and the absence of Myles Garrett from voluntary workouts. Bastock and JP reflect on the symbolic and leadership value of Garrett’s presence, drawing parallels to athletes like Lamar Jackson and LeBron James, and argue that his absence sends a message about team culture. The episode closes with speculation on the Browns’ draft strategy at pick 6, weighing the potential of drafting a receiver like Carnell Tate versus a tackle later in the draft.