Overview of Pardon My Take
This episode was a classic PMT mix of NBA playoff reactions, NHL playoff talk with Paul Bissonnette, draft lottery fallout, and a few fully unhinged side quests — including aliens, FIFA jerseys, and Grit Week planning.
NBA Playoffs: Knicks Sweep the Sixers
- The show opened on the Knicks’ dominant sweep of the 76ers, with the crew roasting Philadelphia’s crowd and joking that the game felt like a Knicks home game.
- Jalen Brunson was praised as a superstar, while Karl-Anthony Towns, Deuce McBride, and Mitchell Robinson were highlighted for big series-impact performances.
- The hosts discussed how the Knicks seem to be peaking at the right time and whether they now look like a legitimate title threat.
- Max got soaked in the show’s “wet” bit after the Sixers’ elimination, and the crew immediately turned the loss into a running joke.
- They also revisited Joel Embiid’s “this season was a success for me” quote and debated whether that made sense from a personal-health standpoint versus a team standpoint.
- The Sixers’ future came under fire, with Josh Harris, roster construction, and the long-term viability of the current core all questioned.
Around the NBA: Lakers on the Brink, Thunder Rolling, Wolves Fight Back
- The Lakers were described as being on life support, with the Thunder viewed as simply too deep, too young, and too well constructed.
- LeBron James’ future was discussed, with speculation about whether this could be his last Lakers game.
- The Timberwolves-Spurs game got major attention after Anthony Edwards played through injury and put up a huge performance on one leg.
- Victor Wembanyama was ejected for a flagrant two, and the crew joked that he seemed confused by the ruling.
- The Cavs-Pistons series also got some time, especially James Harden’s late-game shot-making and Cade Cunningham’s struggles in the closing stretch.
NBA Draft Lottery: Wizards Win the Day
- PFT was thrilled that the Washington Wizards landed the No. 1 overall pick, calling it proof that the “process” is finally working.
- He framed the pick as a turning point for a franchise that has been awful for years and said he’s more optimistic than he’s been in a long time.
- The crew discussed top prospects like A.J. Dybantsa, Caleb Wilson, Darius Acuff, and Boozer.
- They also joked through lottery winners and losers, including the Pacers, Clippers, and Nets.
- PFT even floated a playful trade pitch to Utah while the guys riffed on draft-night chaos and tanking strategy.
Paul Bissonnette Joins to Talk NHL Playoffs and Chaos
Gronk’s on-air jab
- Biz reacted to Rob Gronkowski randomly calling him out live on air, joking that the weirdest part was Gronk saying “high school.”
- He took it mostly in stride and laughed about how bizarre the whole exchange was.
Maple Leafs front-office chaos
- Biz gave a long rant about the Maple Leafs’ front office, tying it back to his loyalty to Shane Doan and his hatred of former Coyotes GM John Chayka.
- He detailed Chayka’s controversial tenure in Arizona, including alleged shady analytics testing, the treatment of Shane Doan, and how the Coyotes’ organizational instability hurt the franchise.
- Biz made clear that his frustration was rooted in loyalty to Doan, who he called one of the most important people in his career.
- He also explained why he’s basically done with the Leafs as a fan, despite the team’s current success.
Why Biz loves the NHL right now
- Biz argued that hockey is in a great place because of a mix of elite on-ice play and real off-ice drama.
- He praised the Hurricanes for being relentless rather than boring, crediting Rod Brind’Amour’s culture and Carolina’s aggressive forecheck.
- He gave shoutouts to several playoff teams and players, including Nathan MacKinnon, Matthew Schaefer, and the Canadian teams still in the mix.
- He also explained why he thinks the Avalanche are dangerous, why the Wild can push them, and why Montreal’s playoff atmosphere is one of the best in sports.
Olympic workload and player preparation
- Biz said most Olympic players have actually held up well physically despite the brutal schedule.
- He singled out Nathan MacKinnon for his extreme training habits, including odd recovery routines like “scuba gear” pool workouts and zone-two cardio.
- His point: elite players are doing everything possible to stay fresh in a physically punishing league.
Weed, the Coyotes, and getting suspended
- Biz revisited the story of getting in trouble with the Coyotes for talking publicly about cannabis use.
- He said he preferred weed over booze, believed it helped his anxiety, and was annoyed that the team punished him for it.
- That experience, he said, helped push him toward podcasting and other side hustles.
Matthew Schaefer shoutout
- Biz got emotional talking about Matthew Schaefer, calling him a special young player with a huge future.
- He also noted the personal tragedy Schaefer has faced and praised his resilience.
Who’s Back of the Week
Aliens
- The crew treated the latest batch of alien-related government documents as more evidence that “aliens are back.”
- They were skeptical about the whole thing but had fun riffing on where aliens might actually be — ocean, Antarctica, or somewhere hidden from public view.
- The bit ended up as a mix of mock bravado and genuine curiosity.
FIFA World Cup city jerseys
- FIFA releasing expensive 2026 host-city jerseys got roasted and praised at the same time.
- The Boston lobster jersey and Seattle design got the best reactions.
- The broader point: FIFA is still shamelessly monetizing everything.
Skip and Stephen A. are back
- The return of Skip Bayless and Stephen A. Smith on First Take was treated like an old TV comfort food.
- Skip’s all-time top 10 list, with LeBron at No. 9, was the standout talking point.
Grit Week and Listener Help
- The crew announced early Grit Week plans for May 18 in Jacksonville.
- They asked listeners to email
pmtbachelorparty@gmail.comif they had:- a construction site they could help on,
- a backyard project,
- or some other build they could try to tackle for free labor content.
- The pitch was simple: bring beer, Sigs, and chaos — and let the boys try to build something.
Main Takeaways
- The Knicks look real, and the Sixers’ era feels increasingly shaky.
- The Wizards winning the lottery gave PFT real hope for the first time in years.
- The NHL playoffs are providing both elite hockey and perfect soap-opera drama.
- Biz’s hockey knowledge remains the backbone of the segment, especially when he’s talking about culture, front offices, and playoff intensity.
- PMT continues to thrive on a mix of sports analysis, inside jokes, and completely absurd detours.