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Get an entertaining recap of all sports scores and developing stories as you start your day. Features intriguing guests, controversial topics, and hard-hitting news. It’s what everyone will be talking about around the water cooler. Jeff Siembieda and JJ Buck host weekdays from Albuquerque on KNML-AM, The Sports Animal.

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Albuquerque, NM

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Get an entertaining recap of all sports scores and developing stories as you start your day. Features intriguing guests, controversial topics, and hard-hitting news. It’s what everyone will be talking about around the water cooler. Jeff Siembieda and JJ Buck host weekdays from Albuquerque on KNML-AM, The Sports Animal.

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English

Episodes
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Move On

5/12/2025
The Rockies fired Bud Black after starting the season 7-33. Are the Rockies the stalest organization in sports? Crossing the line on social media, why leagues have to take it seriously. What could have been with back-to-back bowl games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:41:33

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Time Needed

5/12/2025
How many rookie quarterbacks will start week one? Who is the favorite to start in Cleveland? What is Giannis worth in a trade? Who will land the #1 pick? Does playing style sell tickets? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:37:29

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Going Deep

5/12/2025
Depth played a difference in the NBA playoffs this weekend. Who and how. The place holder QB retired, Derek Carr. What's next for the Saints? Are you ready for the NFL opener? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:40:42

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Star but Not Super Star

5/9/2025
Is Jayson Tatum valued, over valued or not that guy? How did things get so messy with Bill Belichick? More talk, but what will happen between the MW and PAC-12? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:44:24

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NBA Reacts

5/9/2025
Lobo legend and NBA veteran Kenny Thomas shares his thoughts on Draymond Green, who can bounce back in the second round and who needs to step up. Nick Knee, director of golf at Sandia Golf, discusses Rory vs Scottie and your weekly gold tip. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:36:53

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Why so Angry

5/9/2025
Who is out to get Draymond Green? Can the Warriors survive long enough to get Step Curry back? Will the drama surrounding Bill Belichick calm down? Will he coach a game for UNC next season? Will Pickens work in Dallas? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:41:25

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Olen in Studio

5/8/2025
Lobo men's basketball coach, Eric Olen, sits down in studio to discuss his transition to New Mexico, how his roster is shaping up to his style of play, his thoughts on scheduling and molding the conference to the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:38:50

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Troubling Trend

5/8/2025
The Knicks overcame a 20 point deficit again. How did the Celtics melt down at home for the second game in a row? The Thunder reminded everyone who they are. Comish Saban? Who will decide the future of college athletics? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:42:01

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Don't Call it a Comeback

5/7/2025
Where does the Cavaliers collapse fall on the meter? Are the Pacers a team of destiny? Blip on the radar or an issue for the TWolves and their star getting called out? Has Jerry Jones put together a good offseason for the Cowboys? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:41:39

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Coaching

5/6/2025
What was the Thunder's strategy in the final seconds? Do you have a favorite team name for the new pro hockey squad in New Mexico? Are the Rams the second best team in the NFC? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:37:33

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Stolen

5/6/2025
The road teams stole the show in three of the four second round series. How did the Nuggets get it done? Did the Knicks flip the script? Was it really a football decision for the Ravens? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:41:40

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Message Sent

5/5/2025
How did the Warriors outlast the Rockets? Who benefited from playing in a bowl game? Create your own legacy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:41:06

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Moving On

5/5/2025
Do the Knicks and Nuggets have a chance in the second round? How much are the Celtics and Thunder favored by? What moves are out their for the Rockets or other playoff teams to make that could put them over the top? A Tiger like performance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:38:38

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Knowing How to Win

5/5/2025
Is Steph Curry the best winner of this generation? What's next for Houston? A super star trade? Two gut wrenching NHL game 7 losses. One of the worst ever? Seating chart in the Cowboys locker room. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:41:52

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KT on Development

5/2/2025
Lobo legend and and NBA veteran, Kenny Thomas, shares his thoughts on Luka, who he likes in game 7 (Clippers/Nuggets), and his take on Celtics/Knicks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:42:21

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Coming Soon

5/2/2025
A new professional sports team announced they are coming to New Mexico. What do you need to think about getting back on the golf course? Your update from Sandia Golf Club. Can the Lakers win with Luka? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:38:34

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Clutch

5/2/2025
Will Brunon's 40-point game propel the Knicks in their series against the Celtics? Can the Clippers keep it rolling in game 7 in Denver? How does Eric Olen feel about two of his new additions? Which NFL teams will go from bad to playing in the postseason? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:39:44

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HR King

5/1/2025
Isotopes OF Sam Hillard is Albuquerque's all-time home run leader, how does he feel about the record? What's the mental grind like? Was J.J. Reddick in over his head? Can the Lakers make moves with LeBron? What does the western conference look like moving forward? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:40:22

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Too Much Drama

5/1/2025
Why does off the field or court drama seem to take up so much energy? What moves can the Lakers make in the offseason? Has there been an all offense, no defense player that has led a team to a title? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:39:24

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All Over

5/1/2025
How was Minnesota able to handle the Lakers in five games? Should LeBron move on? What does the Lakers future look like around Luka? Can the Rockets carry the momentum into game six? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:39:54

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