Episode 249
Big Shot Bob – Ep 249 – Maybe I’m In His Way
Maybe I’m In His Way
Big Shot Bob Pod with Robert Horry · Podcast Playground
February 24, 20261h 5m
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Show Notes
<p class="MsoNormal">Episode 249 of the Big Shot Bob Podcast opens with Brandon Harper and Rob Jenners welcoming seven-time NBA champion Robert Horry back after a week off, including Rob’s trip to Universal’s Epic Universe in Orlando where he spotted Giannis Antetokounmpo visiting with his family right after All-Star weekend. The crew talks about how stars handle public attention, why it’s tough to approach athletes when they’re with family, and the realities of getting recognized in places like airports and theme parks.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">They break down the NBA’s new All-Star Game format, praising the shorter, high-intensity setup and crediting the players—especially Victor Wembanyama and Anthony Edwards—for setting a competitive tone. They also criticize the World team’s lack of energy, debate whether a 1-on-1 or 2-on-2 tournament could work, and agree the dunk contest was the worst in memory, brainstorming fixes like having personalities such as Shaq and Kenny “draft” and scout dunkers nationwide since superstars won’t risk losing.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">The episode shifts to Pat Riley’s statue unveiling at Crypto.com Arena and Riley’s push for coaches (and benches) to bring back suits and ties, followed by a harsh look at the Lakers after getting blown out by the Celtics on Riley night and James Worthy’s postgame “no heart” comments. They discuss Boston’s defensive approach, the Lakers’ struggles versus top teams, and criticize the team’s effort and urgency—singling out Luka Doncic’s perceived laziness on defense—while previewing the next matchup and noting the looming impact of the 65-game awards eligibility rule on stars like Embiid and others. They also touch on Lindsay Vonn’s severe leg injuries, Michael Jordan’s NASCAR team winning the Daytona 500 and the viral celebration clip that sparked online speculation, Charles “Ko” seeking to play again via the Alabama Supreme Court, and a Barkley “New York Dicks” Inside the NBA moment.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Standings updates include the Thunder and Spurs separating in the West, Detroit leading the East, and a rough stretch for the Kings and Bulls. Big Shot of the Week goes to Team USA hockey for winning Olympic gold in overtime and honoring the late Johnny Gaudreau by bringing his young children onto the ice for the team photo. The show closes with a mascot-themed game inspired by the Olympics’ mascots, running through real vs. fake team mascots across sports, and ending on Robert Horry’s favorite mascot (Denver’s Rocky) and the story of Rocky surviving a parachuting accident.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">00:00 Podcast Return</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">00:56 Universal Trip</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">01:28 Giannis Spotted</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">05:17 Fame And Privacy</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">09:38 All Star Format</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">13:39 Dunk Contest Rant</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">15:29 Fixing The Dunk Contest</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">20:19 Pat Riley Statue</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">23:16 Suits On Sidelines</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">28:29 Lakers Get Smoked</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">29:29 Celtics Win Ugly</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">30:36 Boston Defense Breakdown</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">32:17 Lakers Exposed vs Good Teams</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">33:37 Calling Out Lakers Laziness</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">36:19 Playoff Plan for Luka</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">37:57 Rivalry Pride and Pat Riley Night</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">38:30 65 Game Rule Chaos</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">40:08 Is It Still Tatum Team</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">42:08 Tatum Return and Achilles Caution</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">43:18 Olympics Injuries and Jordan Viral Clip</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">47:56 College Hoops and Barkley Audio</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">49:27 Standings Check and USA Hockey Tribute</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">54:40 Mascot Trivia Game</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">01:01:45 Rocky Mascot Wild Story</p>