Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers Podcast Bob Schmidt

Game 2 is tonight! Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, talks the Cavs playoff debut victory against the Orlando Magic, and what lies ahead in game two.  From Evan's Mobley's dominance, to Niang embracing the playoff heel role, to Donovan's return to form, we dive into all the storylines.  

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) Jonathan Describes The Magic Season(9:13) Jonathan Isaac Elevated To Starter?(15:10) Non-Negotiables For The Magic(19:15) All-NBA Discussion: Suggs/Allen/Paolo(22:38) Magic Fanbase's Least Favorite Media Critics(28:47) The Next Steps For The Magic's Ascent(32:06) Paolo's Matchup Success Vs. Cavs And How The Magic Will Guard The Cavs(36:10) Games Cavs Fans Should Watch(37:57) Over/Under First Technical Foul Recipient(39:39) Final Thoughts On The Pros/Cons Of This Matchup For Each Team

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 Nothing Wrong.... Bob Makes His Case(8:34) Bob Picks A New Enemy Of The Pod(13:41) The Cavs Pummel The Jazz: A Recap(24:16) Audio Mailbag: Matt In Phoenix

The losing skid is over!  The Cavaliers defeat the NBA's slumpbuster, the Charlotte Hornets, to maintain their hold on the 3rd seed in the Eastern Conference Playoffs.  Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, breaks down the game from Mook to Ev to Georges.  Then we talk about the state of the fanbase as the Cavaliers are seeing a post all-star break slide, yet again.

Stupid Terry Rozier.  He hit two daggers on Okoro, and the Cavs snatched defeat from the jaws of victory. Jarrett Allen was majestic, but his 5th 20-20 game of his career resulted in the first one that came in a losing effort.  Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, reacts to the game, and then goes to the audio mailbag for questions from Brett and Isaac, pacific northwest Cavs fans.