Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers Podcast

It's a crossover episode of the Fear the 'Fro podcast, as Jonathan Osborne joins Bob Schmidt, to break down the Cavaliers and Magic as we await Game 1.  We recap the season series, talk about the chances Jonathan Isaac starts and what that could change, talk some All-NBA defense, enemies of BOTH pods, and the keys to success for our Cavs and his Magic.

(0:00) Are The Magic Insulted The Cavs Wanted To Face Them?
(4:35) Jo...

Fear the 'Fro breaks down the story of the day... The Cavs losing their way into a matchup with Orlando.  Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, discusses the tactic, the awkward post game presser with JB, and sets the stage for a week long playoff runup to Orlando.  Plus, we announce the first winner of the 'Fro Pod Payback (a cash giveaway).  Thanks for a great regular season of ratings and reviews.  Bring on the Playoffs.

The Cavaliers get back to winning, as they topple the Jazz in Utah.  The frontcourt thrived, Sam Merrill continued to pour in threes against the Jazz, and the offense looked crisp and fluid in defeating the young core of the Jazz.  Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, first makes a case FOR Dan Gilbert's optimistic comments regarding Donovan's future in Cleveland, and picks a new ENEMY OF THE POD.

(0:00) Dan Gilbert Did Nothin...

Bob Schmidt, of the Fear the 'Fro pod is back with Shamit Dua, author of the "In the N.O." substack, and Pelicans analyst.  We dive into the state of the Cavaliers and Pelicans, parallel existences (Herb and Okoro), and discuss the possibilities our franchises' futures intersect.  Then we jump into predictions surrounding the All-NBA Defensive Team, and revisit the 2021 NBA Draft.

(0:00) Cavs vs. Pelicans Primer- Point Zion...

Fear the 'Fro is back, recapping recent struggles, as the Cavs have dropped 3 of 4. The Cavs fell to the Suns, after a great start where Darius Garland scored 21 points in the first quarter.  Craig Porter Jr., Caris Levert, and Jarrett Allen all made big plays in a late rally that fell short as Durant, Booker, and Beal all thrived.  Rudy Gobert was fined $100k after his comments suggesting nefarious officiating was linked ...

The Knicks cucked us.  The Celtics await.  Is the sky falling?  Can JB right the ship with Donny and Max out with injuries.  Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, is joined by Jordan Zirm on this episode of Fear the 'Fro.  Topics include:

(0:00) Knicks Loss Reaction
(5:49) Concerns Have Arisen Since All-Star Break
(10:50) The Two Big Conundrum - Jordan's Take
(14:00) Bob Vents About Darius Evading Blame In Knicks Game<...

Fear the 'Fro is back celebrating a historic evening for Max Strus, who poured in 15 points in the 4th quarter, including a 60-foot buzzer beating heave that won the game for the Cavs over the Dallas Mavericks.  Despite 75 combined points from Luka and Kyrie, the Cavs won behind 14 threes from Strus and Donovan Mitchell.

(0:00) Cavs topple the Mavericks behind Max Strus's heroic night
(15:12) Niang playing better as of l...

Fear the 'Fro is back after the All-Star break, as Cleveland, playing without Donovan Mitchell, falls to the Orlando.  The Magic outmuscled the Cavs, as their bench and an unusually good shooting performance led them to victory.  Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, sulks and then revisits Tim Bontemps appearance on Cleveland Sports Radio (92.3 The Fan).  Then we hit an audio mailbag. 

(0:00) Cavs vs. Magic - Breaking Down Whe...

Fear the 'Fro returns as Bob is back from his Superbowl journey to talk Cavs, as the winning streak that was snapped against Buddy Hield and the Sixers.  But with Mobley's aggression on the rise, and Garland starting to impose his will on the game, the Cavaliers have set themselves up for a happy all-star break.  Then we Jarrett Allen's ascent to the #2 spot in DPOY odds.  Do positionless All-NBA teams help or hurt the Cav...

Fear the 'Fro is back after the Cavs win their 6th straight.  Evan Mobley and Darius Garland are acclimating just fine, as the Cavs keep the momentum and the wins coming.  Mobley gives us a Domas-light outing, Max exploded in the third quarter with shades of Jose Alvarado, and Donovan's MVP mentions have seen an uptick nationally.  We revisit our enemy of the pod, Mr. Bontemps, after his take ended up on life support after...

Fear the 'Fro is back talking the Cavs continued winning ways, ugly or not.  Then we touch on a question from listener Ben regarding Darius Garland, and the anxieties his return has created.  Finally, you'll get a crisp 15 on Draymond Green's take on the Joel Embiid injury, and the NBA's 65-game threshold for awards.

(0:00) Intro and Grizzlies talk
(9:30) Audio Mailbag: Ben wants to discuss Darius's return and the surrou...

Fear the 'Fro breaks down another blowout win as the Cavs notch 8 in row, and 13 of their last 16.  Sam Merrill came out swinging, leading the way with 8 threes, Donovan Mitchell was brilliant and Jarrett climbed into sole possession of a franchise record.  Plus, Bob takes aim at a fellow podcaster who stands in the way of the Cavs and basketball immortality.

(0:00) Bob Addresses Some Hard Truths About This Cavaliers Winnin...

Fear the 'Fro is here to celebrate what will forever be known as "The Niang Game".  The minivan had a career night, Donovan and the 'Fro were stellar, and Okoro's defense was stifling.  Then we talk trades, cause tis' the season, and what else should we be doing after a 40-point win over an Eastern Conference contender.  The Audio Mailbag returns with a question from Brian about a three-way Cavs trade.

(0:00) Georges Niang ...

Fear the 'Fro is back as the Cavs held off the Chicago Bulls despite a late 25-3 run from Chicago.  Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, breaks down the win.  The bench was heroic in the first half, and some late game heroics from Donny, Caris, and Dean helped the good guys pull away.  The 'Fro pod audio mailbag is back with a questions from Anna regarding the drippiest of all movable contracts... Mr. Dean Jackson Wade.

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