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The AssistAll-Time Mavericks TeamsThe Assist is back! Drew Everhart was in shock when the Mavericks received the #1 pick in the 2025 Draft Lottery, so he decided to make some lineups. That's right, it's the Mavs' turn to have their franchise sifted through to create the All-Time and All-Prime Lineups.2025-05-2343 min
The Drew Lane ShowA Drew Lane Thanksgiving – November 26, 2024Happy Thanksgiving, WATP Karl on IMPAULSIVE & Stuttering John, Liam Payne's alcohol intake, 2024 Word of the Year: Demure, Matthew LeBlanc has given up, a late new Bonerline, and Meghan & Harry's laughable trailer for "Polo".
Don't forget to get your Gary Hoey Tickets and join us at Killer Cares at The Lodge in Keego Harbor on December 6th.
Roger Nores is the new person to blame for Liam Payne's death as he's being charged with abandonment.
Hollywood is worried about waddling and bloated Matt LeBlanc.
Politics: Rudy Giuliani is trying to weasel his way out of everything. Pay Rudy's bills for him...2024-11-272h 37
The AssistNewcomers to the ACCThis week, Drew continues his conference previews with the ACC, including outgoing and incoming transfers and recruits.2024-08-3027 min
The AssistChanges Coming to All Big-Ten TeamsThis week, Drew covers the changes to every Big Ten team, including incoming and outgoing players, new coaches, and even a new Big Ten Tournament format.2024-08-2338 min
The AssistThe Season After the OlympicsThe Olympics are officially over and Team USA Basketball comes home with more golds! This week, Drew takes a look at how players do in the season after the Olympics.2024-08-1628 min
The AssistThe History of the Point GuardToday is Bob Cousy's 96th birthday! In honor of the Houdini of the Hardwood, Drew decided to look at the History of the Point Guard in the BAA/NBA/ABA.2024-08-0930 min
The AssistAll-Time Olympic LineupsThis week, Drew created All-Time Lineups for USA Men's Basketball. But, since he was unable to do his normal "All-Prime" lineup, he decided to break it down into an All-Pro lineups and an All-Amateur lineup.2024-08-0231 min
The Assist2024 Olympic PreviewThis week, Drew previews the 2024 Men's Olympic Basketball team and goes over what they did in their Showcase games.2024-07-2621 min
The AssistTop 100 NBA Players #40-21Drew's Top 100 NBA players list continues with #40-212023-11-121h 07
The AssistTop 100 NBA Players #60-41Drew continues his list of Top 100 NBA Players.2023-11-041h 02
The AssistTop 100 NBA Players #80-61Part 2 of Drew's Top 100 NBA Players.2023-10-2741 min
The AssistTop 100 NBA Players #100-81Episode 100 is upon us! To celebrate, Drew has decided to start a five episode series where he will list his Top 100 players of all time.2023-10-2028 min
The AssistDame is a BuckThis week, Drew reacts to the blockbuster trade that sent Damian Lillard to the Bucks.2023-10-0623 min
The AssistLive Basketball is Coming to MaxIn reaction to some live basketball coming to the streaming service Max, Drew tells you what else you can watch when it comes to basketball on the platform.2023-09-2223 min
The AssistAll-Time Nuggets RostersThis week, Drew is inspired by Deion Sanders' Colorado Football team being the talk of the town to do an All-Time and All-Prime Rosters for the states NBA Franchise, the Denver Nuggets.2023-09-0840 min
The AssistAll-Time Spurs RostersThe Spurs organization had a big day during the Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony with multiple inductees being a part of their club at some point in their careers. This week, Drew creates their All-Time and All-Prime Rosters.2023-08-2551 min
The AssistGoodbye to the Pac 12, 10, 8, 4?This week, Drew says goodbye to the Pac 12 and the great run that it has had since the 1910s.2023-08-1148 min
The AssistImmaculate Grid and Heart Conditions in BasketballThis week, Drew discusses the daily game Immaculate Grid and how it has become a part of his morning routine. Then, with the news of Bronny James, Drew talks about past issues with basketball players and their hearts.2023-07-2835 min
The AssistRevisiting All-Prime LineupsThis week, Drew looks back to the All-Prime Rosters for the Heat and the Pistons to recreate them to fit in the appropriate format.2023-07-1445 min
The AssistSome Thoughts on FloppingThis week, Drew gives some thoughts on flopping as the NBA is testing a new penalty for the act.2023-07-0717 min
The AssistReds Beat the Braves and All-Time Kings RostersIt's all about Cincinnati this week on The Assist (kinda). This week, Drew talks about the Reds vs Braves game that he went to this past Friday and how electric it was. Then, since the Kings used to be the Cincinnati Royals, Drew makes his own All-Time and All-Prime rosters for the franchise.2023-06-301h 01
The Assist2023 NBA Draft ReactionsThe 2023 NBA Draft has passed and Drew gives his immediate reactions to it.2023-06-2332 min
The AssistNuggets Win and a New Top 10The Nuggets have been crowned your 2023 NBA Champions! Drew takes a look at how the Finals went while he was away in Texas. He then unveils his new Top 10 Players of All-Time list and compares it to last years list.2023-06-1640 min
The Assist2023 Finals Prediction and Free Throw ChangesThis week, Drew discusses Game 1 of the NBA Finals and gives his prediction for Nuggets vs Heat. Then, he discusses proposed and actual changes to free throws that are being brought forth in basketball.2023-06-0225 min
The AssistGoodbye TBNDrew says goodbye to the Trine Broadcasting Network and all of the friends that he has made along the way.2023-06-011h 34
The AssistHistory of 8 Seeds Beating 1 SeedsAfter the 8 seed Heat beating the 1 seed Bucks, Drew goes through the history of the great playoff feat. He then discusses how far the Heat can go with their projected path through the playoffs.2023-04-2850 min
The AssistLet’s Fix Space Jam with Ryan MartinThis week, Drew discusses Space Jam with Ryan Martin and how they decided to fix the movie.2023-04-2155 min
The AssistPlay-In has Begun and Transfer Portal and NIL Effects AriseThis week, Drew discusses his thoughts on the NBA Play-In games and gives his playoff predictions. Then, he goes through recent news in college basketball to talk about the effects of the transfer portal and NIL.2023-04-1425 min
The AssistGene Keady Makes the HOF and New ChampionsThis week, Drew talks about Gene Keady and his impact as he is inducted into the Naismith Hall of Fame. Then, he discusses the two new national champions, LSU and UCONN.2023-04-0732 min
The AssistThe Basketball Landscape in 2006The Sacramento Kings have made the playoffs or the first time since 2006. This week, Drew tries to answer the question, “What was basketball like in 2006?” 2023-03-3127 min
The AssistMarch Madness Extravaganza with Collin Hire and Ryan MartinMARCH MADNESS IS UPON US! This week, Drew brings in Collin Hire and Ryan Martin to discuss their brackets. 2023-03-161h 11
The AssistAll-Time Bucks RostersThis week, Drew goes through his picks for the All-Time and All-Prime Bucks Rosters. There will be no new episode next week.2023-03-0332 min
The AssistThank You Trine BasketballDrew has possibly called his last Thunder Basketball game, so he wanted to thank both the Men’s and Women’s teams for all they have done for him. 2023-02-2453 min
The Assist2023 NBA All-Star Preview with Ryan Martin and Collin HireThis week, Drew talks NBA All-Star Weekend with his friends Ryan and Collin. 2023-02-1744 min
The AssistBig Week in the NBAThis week, Drew reacts to a huge week for the NBA. First, he reacts to LeBron James’ incredible journey to become the NBA’s All-Time Scoring Leader. Then, he reacts to three of the bigger trades that we have seen in recent memory.2023-02-1032 min
The AssistNBA Rising Stars HistoryThis week, Drew takes a look at the 2023 Jordan Rising Stars Player Pool and gives his thoughts on the players selected. Then, he goes through NBA Rising Stars history to see if making the Rising Stars team truly means future stardom for these players.2023-02-0348 min
The AssistBasketball Jibber-JabberThis week, Drew talks about what is happening in the world of basketball and why this is a great time to be watching it.2023-01-2724 min
The AssistWooden Award Watch 2023This week, Drew looks at the Wooden Award Midseason Top 25 Watchlist and gives his predictions on finalists and who will win it. He also talks about some interesting Wooden Award winners and some trends that he has noticed taking over the award over the past few years.2023-01-2037 min
The AssistThank You 2022Happy New Year! This week, Drew recaps his 2022 experience and shows how great the year was to him. Thank you to everyone who has tuned in over the last year.2023-01-1341 min
The AssistBest College Players to Not be Great in the NBAThis week, Drew looks at some of the best college players to not play up to their expectations in the NBA. Thank you to everyone who has listened to the podcast in 2022!2022-12-0934 min
The AssistThe Biggest Blowout in NBA HistoryThis week, Drew reacts to what happened in college basketball over the past week. Then, he goes over and watches some of the biggest blowout in NBA history that occurred a year ago today. Watch along with Drew here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pu8Z6RS4lxY2022-12-0237 min
The AssistAre the #1 High School Players Always the Best?We hope everyone had a Happy Thanksgiving! This week, Drew looks at all of the Top High School Players since 1998 to see if they are truly the best (or one of) the best in their class.2022-11-2556 min
The AssistTop Thanksgiving Tournaments 2022 EditionIt’s about that time of the year! Thanksgiving Tournaments will be here before they know it and Drew is giving you his guide on what will go down over the next week. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!2022-11-1844 min
The AssistCollege Basketball is BACKCollege Basketball is back, and Drew could not be more excited. This week, he goes through the box score of one of the weirder games in NBA history. He then talks about the situation that is taking place in Louisville to start the Kenny Payne era and what people should expect from this year’s team. Finally, Drew explains the level of excitement he has with basketball being back in full swing.2022-11-1124 min
The Assist2022-23 College Basketball Preseason ReactionsCollege Basketball is right around the corner and Drew could not be more excited. He reacts to the AP Top 25 Preseason Poll by saying what he thinks will happen in this new CBB landscape. He also reacts to news that has been circulating around the country that may affect tons of teams in the near future.2022-11-0437 min
The AssistAll-Time Jazz RostersThis week, Drew decides to do another episode of making rosters for the most surprising team of the NBA’s first week, the Utah Jazz. He goes through the All-Time and All-Prime rosters and explains why each player made the cut.2022-10-2839 min
The AssistNBA 2022-23 Opening ReactionsThis week, Drew reacts to the first two nights of NBA basketball. He talks through NBA Rookie debuts, reactions to teams’ hot (or not so hot) starts, and why NBA League Pass still has some things to improve.2022-10-2134 min
The AssistLegacy Documentary ReviewThis week, Drew has watched the finale of Legacy: The True Story of the LA Lakers. He gives some critiques for the documentary and goes into his rendition of Lakers history to show what was left out.2022-10-1437 min
The Assist2022 NBA GM Survey ReactionsThis week, Drew talks about what happened in the NBA like: the Suns loss to the 36ers, Victor Wembanyama, and the NBA GM Survey.2022-10-0734 min
The AssistReady for Basketball to be BackThis week, Drew talks about the current headlines in the basketball world after this week of NBA Media Days. Then, he discusses the top storylines in College Basketball going into the new season.2022-09-3045 min
The AssistHow Often do #1 Picks Win ROTY?This week, Drew dives into whether #1 Overall Picks win Rookie of the Year all that often or not. The answer can be, complicated at times…2022-09-2334 min
The AssistThe Legacy of Moses MaloneThis week, Drew talks about Moses Malone and why he needs to be remembered more than what he is. Moses is one of the best Centers in NBA History and is not given the proper credit that says so. Why is he not remembered the way he should be? Drew gives his opinions in this week’s episode.2022-09-1638 min
The Assist2022 Hall of Fame ReactionsThis week, Drew reacts to the Naismith Hall of Fame’s Class of 2022 and gives context as to why some of them have made it to the Hall.2022-09-0925 min
The AssistAll-Time Lakers RostersThis week, Drew’s back and is making All-Time Rosters again. He has decided to do the Los Angeles Lakers and it was a tough one. Hopefully he did the greatness of this franchise enough justice.2022-09-0241 min
The AssistRIP Bill RussellThe basketball world has been punched in the gut with the news of Bill Russell's passing. Drew covers Russell's career, his influence, and his legacy on and off the court.2022-08-0542 min
The AssistAll-Time Pistons TeamsThis week, Drew creates the All-Time Best Pistons Team and the All-Time Prime Pistons team. 2022-07-2948 min
The AssistAll-Time Defensive TeamThis week, Drew makes a team of the best defensive players in NBA History.2022-07-2252 min
The AssistConference RealignmentThis week, Drew discusses conference realignment in college basketball. He goes through a partial history of schools switching conferences and looks into the future to see what college basketball could become.2022-07-1537 min
The AssistThe Story of Kevin DurantWith the recent news of Kevin Durant requesting a trade out of Brooklyn, Drew looks back on KD's career up to this point. In chapters, he looks at each of KD's stops in order to show the whole of his Hall of Fame career and where it is heading after this trade request. 2022-07-0836 min
The AssistDrafting the Same PositionThis week, Drew talks about NBA teams drafting the same position in the same draft year after year. Has it ever worked? How good would have some teams been if they drafted differently? All this and more to help see why teams do this and if they should stop. 2022-07-0147 min
The AssistRIP Caleb Swanigan and Kyrie to the Lakers?This week, the basketball world was heartbroken by the passing of Caleb Swanigan. Drew discusses all of his memories about Swanigan and how much he meant to basketball. Then, he discusses the Kyrie Irving situation and why the Lakers may not be the best fit for him. 2022-06-2438 min
The AssistHeat WaveThere has been a major heat wave hitting Indiana that has inspired this week's episode. Drew decides to talk about the best players in Miami Heat history and makes up the All-Time Miami Heat roster. 2022-06-1747 min
The AssistCeltics vs Warriors: Two Franchises Looking for RedemptionThis week, Drew covers the history of the two teams left standing in the Finals, the Celtics and the Warriors. He gives context to the stakes of this years NBA Finals and how it could impact NBA history. 2022-06-0330 min
The AssistMy Top 10 Players of All TimeThis week, Drew gives his list of the Top 10 Players in NBA history. He also gives some honorable mentions and why players made it in or not. 2022-05-2748 min
The AssistNBA Lottery TalkThis week, Drew reacts to the 2022 NBA Lottery, including: Best Lottery Moments, a Look Through Number 6 Picks, and Ridiculous NBA Player Comparisons. 2022-05-2053 min
The AssistBack-to-Back MVPs for Jokic and The Problem with WojAfter a short break, Drew is back to talk some basketball. This week, he talks about Nikola Jokic's second straight MVP and how common it is to do so. Then, he talks about the problem with NBA Insiders like Adrian Wojnarowski and breaking news. 2022-05-1339 min
The AssistBird vs MagicThis week, Drew discusses a debate that is harder then a lot of people would think: Bird vs Magic.2022-04-2938 min
The AssistJay Wright Retires and a Look Back Into HistoryThis week, Drew reacts to the retirement of Jay Wright and his coaching resume. He then looks back into what has happened this week throughout history. 2022-04-2336 min
The AssistKansas Wins the Title and Coach K's Last DanceThis week, Drew reacts to the 2022 Final Four, as well as Coach K’s last season and his overall career. 2022-04-0840 min
The AssistMarch Sadness 2022This week, Drew goes over the second week of the NCAA Tournament and his predictions for this weekend’s games. Then, he discusses the issues that Purdue has been having in the tournament and what he thinks needs to be done about it.2022-04-0131 min
The Assist2022 Bracket TalkThis week, Drew discusses his bracket and reacts to the 2022 NCAA Men’s Tournament.2022-03-2523 min
The AssistBig Ten Struggles in Big MomentsThis week, Drew discusses why he thinks the Big Ten has struggled in recent NCAA Tournaments. He then goes through players from the Big Ten that made the NBA to show how many of them go far below their expectations. 2022-03-1849 min
The AssistWilt’s 100 and Kevin McHale’s 9-Day RecordThis week, Drew discusses some record that happened around this time of year in NBA history. First, he discusses Wilt Chamberlain’s 100 point game and all the records broken in that game. Then, he talks about Kevin McHale’s short lived Celtic franchise scoring record.2022-03-0426 min
The AssistMichigan-Wisconsin Scuffle and 2022 All-Star ReactionsThis week, Drew discusses the scuffle between Michigan and Wisconsin. He also talks about his reactions to NBA All-Star 2022 and how the dunk contest can be fixed.2022-02-2537 min
The AssistNew All-Star Rules and Best MomentsThis week, Drew discusses the upcoming NBA All-Star Weekend and all the new rules that have came with some events. Then, he discusses some of the greatest All-Star moments of all-time.2022-02-1843 min
The AssistTrade Deadline DealsThis week, Drew discusses some of the deals that have been done at the 2022 NBA Trade Deadline. He then goes through some of the most memorable deals to go down in NBA History.2022-02-1142 min
The AssistThe Purdue-IU RivalryThis week, Drew discusses the Purdue-IU rivalry and why more people should pay attention to it. He also goes into why Purdue should get more credit in the rivalry.2022-01-2833 min
The AssistNever Discredit Small SchoolsHappy New Year! This week, Drew discusses why you should never look down on small schools and their players. Some of the best basketball is seen at smaller levels and it seems no one wants to acknowledge it.2022-01-1437 min
The AssistWhy I’ll Remember 2021 ForeverIn the final episode of the year, Drew recaps his 2021 and why he’ll remember it forever. Thank you to everyone who has made this podcast happen and to everyone who has supported it. You all are the best!! Drew hopes to be back in January of 2022.2021-12-1019 min
The AssistShould Gonzaga Leave the WCC?This week, Drew decides to look at Gonzaga’s schedule and wonders if they should be considered a powerhouse. He also goes through what he thinks the reasons are as to why they have not left the WCC to go to a Power-5 Conference.2021-12-0338 min
The AssistTop Thanksgiving Tournaments in College BasketballThanksgiving is upon us and it is time for one of the best times of the year in college basketball. So many tournaments with high-level matchups will be happening this year and Drew has decided to go over them and give his thoughts. There will be no episode next week. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!2021-11-1827 min
The AssistWhy Indiana is THE Basketball StateBasketball is finally back in full swing, even down through the high school levels. This inspired Drew to talk about why Indiana is THE Basketball State. Get ready to listen to a deep dive into Hoosier Hysteria.2021-11-1244 min
The AssistNBA 75th Anniversary Team Reactions Part 3This week, Drew reacts to the final 26 players on the NBA’s 75th Anniversary Team. 2021-11-051h 01
The AssistNBA 75th Anniversary Team Reactions Part 2This week, Drew continues his reaction to the NBA’s 75th Anniversary Team. He will finish his reactions next week.2021-10-2954 min
The AssistNBA 75th Anniversary Team Reactions Part 1BASKETBALL IS BACK!! Drew reacts to Part 1 of the NBA’s 75th Anniversary Team. He will do the other two parts over the next two weeks. 2021-10-2234 min
The AssistKareem Abdul-Jabbar in the ABA? And Other ABA StoriesHow hard is it to hand a $1 Million check when it can secure your job? Pretty hard apparently. This, week Drew discusses the biggest mistake George Mikan made as commissioner of the ABA. He also talks about some of his favorite stories from the ABA.2021-10-1531 min
The AssistIs October 12th the Most Important Day in Basketball History?This week, Drew decides to discuss events in basketball history for Oct. 11th and 12th. Which includes the Lakers winning a championship, the debuts of two of the NBA’s best and the death of a legend.2021-10-0829 min
The AssistA Talk on BustsThis week, Drew decides to talk about busts and what he thinks about a few players that are considered so. Listen to hear his thoughts on Kwame Brown, Jay Williams, Greg Oden, Sam Bowie, Michael Olowokandi and more. 2021-10-0138 min
The AssistMy Basketball Venue Bucket ListThis week, Drew discusses basketball venues that he would like to visit. He goes through all levels including high school, college and professional.2021-09-2428 min
The Assist30 for 30 TalkThis week, in celebration of a new 30 for 30 being released, Drew feels the need to talk about movies. He goes through some of his favorites from the great sports documentary series.2021-09-1732 min
The AssistDo Rings Equal Greatness?Is Bill Russell the GOAT? Is Charles Barkley the worst Power Forward? Is Robert Horry better than Michael Jordan? This week, Drew discusses rings culture around the NBA and how it can interfere with many people’s beliefs about basketball. 2021-09-1026 min
The AssistTrading Cards and the Problem with Their Current StateAfter a month long break, Drew has decided to talk about the current state of trading cards. He also goes down a nostalgic route into his history with trading cards and why they mean so much to him.2021-09-0320 min
The AssistMixed Feelings for USAB in Tokyo and 2021 NBA Draft TalkThis week, Drew discusses what all has happened in the Olympics so far for all USA Basketball Teams. He also goes through some of his favorite prospects for the 2021 NBA Draft and gives additional thoughts on the event. 2021-07-3015 min
The AssistThe Bucks are World Champions…Will the US Olympic Team be Able to Say the Same?week, Drew recaps the NBA Finals and how the Milwaukee Bucks won the championship. Also, the US Men’s Olympic Team seems to be falling apart before the Olympics have begun. Should there be worry that they will not get the gold medal? 2021-07-2316 min
The AssistNew Hires Around the League, The Suns Are in the Finals and Dennis Schroder Wants How Much??This week, Drew talks about the new coaching hires in the NBA from the Celtics, Mavericks, Trail Blazers and Pacers. He also discusses the Conference Finals as they are starting to wrap up. Finally, Dennis Schroder wants a lot of money on his next contract. Is he asking for too much? 2021-07-0225 min
The AssistConference Finals Time, Award Winners…and a New Franchise?This week, Drew discusses the NBA Conference finals and how he thinks they will go. He also goes through the award winners announced over the past couple of weeks. He also explains why the Pacers should not have fired Nate Bjorkgren so soon. Finally, the Harlem Globetrotters want to be an NBA franchise. Is this a realistic venture? 2021-06-2531 min
The AssistPlayoffs Continue, Coaching Changes and Looking at Coach K’s Legendary CareerThis week, Drew covers all that has happened in the playoffs since he last recorded. He also covers the two main coaching changes happening in the world of basketball. 2021-06-0435 min
The AssistChampionship Saturday at Trine and Jumping into DefendersMarch Madness is in full swing on Trine’s campus as both men’s and women’s basketball teams get ready to compete for their respective MIAA Tournament Championships. Drew also talks about the disappointment of no NCAA D3 tournament as well as big news from the NBA this week.2021-03-0517 min
Body Slammed!Bonus Episode - Attending a RAW Taping.A bonus episode we did after attending the Greatest Royal Rumble 'go home' RAW on April 23, 2018 in St. Louis, MO. Find out what it's like to attend a RAW taping with the WWE's target demographic, an 8 year old: as Franklin is joined by TJ and TJ's son Christian to discuss a fun night of live wrestling!
The boys cover Roman Reigns and Brock Lesnar continuing their feud, Bobby Roode vs Elias, The Deleter of Worlds taking on The Ascension, Kurt Angle being the first guest on "The Sami and Kevin Show", Titus Worldwide squaring off against Dolph Ziggler and Drew M...2018-07-1853 minBody Slammed!Bonus Episode - Attending a RAW Taping.A bonus episode we did after attending the Greatest Royal Rumble 'go home' RAW on April 23, 2018 in St. Louis, MO. Find out what it's like to attend a RAW taping with the WWE's target demographic, an 8 year old: as Franklin is joined by TJ and TJ's son Christian to discuss a fun night of live wrestling!
The boys cover Roman Reigns and Brock Lesnar continuing their feud, Bobby Roode vs Elias, The Deleter of Worlds taking on The Ascension, Kurt Angle being the first guest on "The Sami and Kevin Show", Titus Worldwide squaring off against Dolph Ziggler and Drew M...2018-07-1853 min