Monday Minute - What Bagels Have To Do With Tennis, The Pop-Tart Revival And The NBA Finals
News you need to start your week
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Start your week off right with the breakfast food-themed edition of Monday Minute.
NBA (National Basketball Association) Playoffs
Let's start with the NBA Finals. The Miami Heat won against the Denver Nuggets last night to tie the series 1-1. The two teams will play again on Wednesday night. Fun fact I saw during the broadcast: this NBA Finals is broadcast in over 244 countries and in 60 different languages.
French Open (TENNIS)
Tennis’ Coco Goff is the only US woman left in the field at the French Open. But we're not talking about Coco because everyone's talking about bagels. Two-time French Open winner Iga Świątek beat one of her opponents with a double bagel, which is a score of 6-0, 6-0. That is what they call bagels in tennis, a 6-0 score. In a post-game interview, she was asked about the Twitter account called Iga's Bakery. She didn't like it because she thought it was disrespectful to her opponents. After all, you never know how people got there and what happened to them that day when she was able to beat them 6-0.
College football bowl game season
Lastly, let's wrap it up with another breakfast theme, the Pop-Tart Bowl. Well, we know college football bowl game season has a lot of exciting bowl game names, and the Cheez-It bowl is no longer. It has been replaced by the Pop-Tart Bowl. That's right; your childhood breakfast returns to life to watch football and eat. It will happen in December in Orlando, Florida.
Tonight
The Vegas Golden Knights are taking on the Florida Panthers in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals tonight. Las Vegas is up one game to nothing.
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Monday Minute - Memorial Day Sports Highlights: NBA Playoffs, Indy 500 + Championship Bling
Exactly what you need for your Memorial Day.
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While many of us enjoy a well-deserved day off, why not take the opportunity to brush up on some exciting sports knowledge? Whether you're lounging poolside or attending a BBQ, having a few sports tidbits up your sleeve can make for engaging small talk. Today, we'll delve into some noteworthy highlights from the sports world that you can discuss and impress your friends and family with.
NBA (National Basketball Association) Playoffs
Tonight's game seven in the NBA playoffs between the Boston Celtics and the Miami Heat promises to be a thrilling event. The Celtics find themselves in a historic position. No team has ever returned from a 3-0 series deficit, and the Celtics are determined to change that.
Indy 500 Wrap-Up
Yesterday, Josef Newgarden achieved a long-awaited milestone by securing his first-ever Indy 500 victory. Remarkably, Newgarden had participated in the race 12 times before tasting success. He celebrated his win by embracing the crowd and indulging in a time-honored tradition of drinking whole milk, a symbol of triumph at the Indy 500.
Lacrosse National Championships: Duke vs. Notre Dame
Today, lacrosse enthusiasts can look forward to an exhilarating clash between Duke and Notre Dame in the National Championships. As both teams battle for supremacy, the game promises to showcase the best skills and strategies of the sport. So tune in to witness the excitement unfold.
The Las Vegas Aces’ historic bling
Let's take a moment to acknowledge an extraordinary accomplishment by the Las Vegas Aces (WNBA - Women’s National Basketball Association), who secured the first-ever professional sports championship for the city. The team received stunning championship rings, boasting an impressive 561 diamonds with a combined weight of 11 carats. These are the most expensive championship rings in women's professional sports history).
NBA Ref’s Burner Twitter Account
The NBA is investigating a Twitter account allegedly belonging to NBA veteran referee Eric Lewis. The matter has garnered attention due to the strict rules prohibiting referees from commenting on official business without authorization. Stay tuned for updates on this story, as it could have significant implications for the league.
Now armed with exciting sports knowledge, you can make the most of your Memorial Day gatherings by engaging in lively conversations and captivating your audience.
Keep up with us between podcasts by visiting lastnightsgame.com or following us on social media. Until next time, have a fantastic day.
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Pack your bags, gas up the moving van and break your lease; we're going on an adventure. Let's talk about what happens when athletes get traded. NO GRASS GROWS UNDER THESE FEET
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5 Of America’s Best Cities (That Also Happen To Have Great Sports Teams)
Who isn't looking for a reason to get away?
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We’ve taken out the obvious choice for sports cities in Los Angeles, New York, Boston and Chicago and given you a few new places to add to your must-see travel list.
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The Last Night’s Game Team
Denver
With over 300 days of sunshine, Denver is an obvious choice. Sure they have the Denver Broncos (NFL – National Football League), Denver Nuggets (NBA – National Basketball Association), Colorado Avalanche (NHL – National Hockey League) and Colorado Rockies (MLB – Major League Baseball) but did you know they have over 150 breweries in the metro area? You can take in a concert at the Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre if you’re not into sports or venture into the mountains for some hiking, skiing or our favorite, après-ski. ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIGH
Seattle
If the Pike’s Place Market area, the original Starbucks or taking in the views from the top of the Space Needle isn’t enough to drive you to check out Seattle, how about a little sports action? Seattle is the home to the newest NHL team, the Seattle Kraken, that will begin their inaugural season this fall. If hockey isn’t your thing, they have the Seattle Seahawks (NFL), Storm (WNBA - Women's National Basketball Association), Sounders (MLS – Major League Soccer), OL Reign (NWSL – National Women’s Soccer League) and the Mariners (MLB). The Mariners have the longest playoff drought in baseball, so maybe you can bring them some good luck (or at least enjoy the outdoors with a cold beer and some popcorn). HEY BATTER BATTER
Nashville
If Nashville is on your travel list, you’re not the only one. The music city ranks high on the list of most-desired domestic destinations in 2021. If you like football, food and music – you’re in luck. You can catch a Tennessee Titans (NFL) game and then wander over to the Country Music Hall of Fame or to Lower Broadway to take in some of the best live music you’ve ever heard. The city is booming, with over 22 new restaurants opening thus far in 2021, which will be great to grab a bite before a Nashville Predators (NHL) or Nashville SC (MLS) game. VOLUNTEER TO VISIT
Las Vegas
The newest blossoming sports city also happens to be the entertainment capital of the world. So if you’re not into catching a Vegas Golden Knights (NHL) or Aces (WNBA) game or checking out the Las Vegas Raiders (NFL) in their brand new stadium, there are plenty of options of things to do. While we all know the Las Vegas Strip is what keeps people coming back to Vegas, did you know that there’s excellent hiking at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and a world-class Mob Museum with a speakeasy in the basement? Oh, and they have 280 non-stop passenger flights scheduled to 152 destinations in nine countries, so it’s easy to get there. SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
Tampa Bay
While you may think of the beaches, Tampa Bay has cemented its status as an elite sports city over the past few years. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, led by Tom Brady, won the Super Bowl (NFL) in 2021. Not to be outdone, the Tampa Bay Lightning (NHL) won back-to-back Stanley Cup Championships. The Rays (MLB) were World Series runners-up in 2020, and the Toronto Raptors (NBA) called Tampa home during COVID because they were prohibited from traveling in and out of Canada. A PLACE TO CALL HOME