The Opening Drive
Cumulus Podcast Network
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.
Location:
Albuquerque, NM
Networks:
Cumulus Podcast Network
Description:
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.
Language:
English
Episodes
Opportunity
5/14/2025
Lobo baseball coach, Todd Brown, discusses the chance UNM has to win a conference title or lock in a bye at the conference tournament, what moments turned the team around this season.
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Duration:00:43:27
Best Ever
5/14/2025
Should MLB all-time hit leader be in the Hall of Fame?
How much should a team pay for sacks?
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Duration:00:36:47
Growing Up
5/14/2025
The Thunder closed out another game in the 4th quarter. Is SGA taking the torch from Jokic?
Did the Cavs collapse or did we undervalue the Pacers?
Will Pete Rose finally get into the Hall of Fame?
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Duration:00:40:31
Response
5/13/2025
Lobo legend and NBA veteran Kenny Thomas discusses the leads in the Eastern Conference, his thoughts on the NBA lottery and how he is helping the community this weekend.
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Duration:00:43:41
Too Much
5/13/2025
The Knicks were built to battle Boston and they are on the verge of knocking them out.
What's next for Boston after Tatum's injury?
Does the NBA need to look at the schedule when it comes to injuries?
The Mavs won more than just the NBA lottery.
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Duration:00:39:46
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.
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Duration:00:41:33
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?
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Duration:00:37:29
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?
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Duration:00:40:42
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?
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Duration:00:44:24
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.
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Duration:00:36:53
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?
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Duration:00:41:25
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.
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Duration:00:38:50
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?
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Duration:00:42:01
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?
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Duration:00:41:39
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?
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Duration:00:37:33
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?
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Duration:00:41:40
Message Sent
5/5/2025
How did the Warriors outlast the Rockets?
Who benefited from playing in a bowl game?
Create your own legacy.
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Duration:00:41:06
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.
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Duration:00:38:38
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.
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Duration:00:41:52
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.
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Duration:00:42:21