Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers Podcast Bob Schmidt

WHAT A NIGHT.  The Cavs, despite losing their best playoff performer (Jarrett Allen), held on to beat the Magic behind a defensive sequence from Evan Mobley that will send Tim Bontemps into hiding.  Darius Garland exploded out of the gates, and Max Strus and Donovan Mitchell paced the second half scoring as Cleveland survived a whole lot of Paolo Banchero.  Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, discusses it all. 

Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, talks about the state of the first round matchup between the Cavs and Magic.  We begin with a song, we end with optimism.  Plus my thoughts on the "enemy of my enemy is my friend" series, the New York Knicks vs. the Philadelphia 76ers.

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