![]() On Monday at the NFL Owners’ Meetings, flex scheduling for Amazon Prime Video’s presentation of Thursday Night Football was approved 24-8. “If they end up playing too long, so be it. “I want to see the best that they have for as long as possible,” show co-host Jon Jansen said of star athletes. Whenever he decides to call it a career though, fans should rest assured that James has truly given the game everything he has. James has also been an immense advocate for greater causes, including social issues, youth education and community affairs. Stone recognized that athletes like James are genuinely once-in-a-generation type talents, and that his time in the NBA has been defined by more than what he has done on the court. It’s sort of like, ‘Hey, maybe they’re generating buzz or trying to do the whole Brady thing.’ So be it – I’ve seen it 15 times in my life.” “From what I know, the free agency class is not all that great this year – and one of the big names is Kyrie Irving, and that’s toxic. “The league needs some offseason stories,” Millikan said. One text suggested his revelation of weighing retirement was done intentionally, surmising that he has a film documentary crew around him and coming back stronger than ever would make for a great story. Show co-host Mike Stone read messages from the 97.1 The Ticket text line during the show, many of which criticized James for being a “flopping” player desperate for any semblance of attention since he will not be in the NBA Finals. “I think I’ve been too hard on him and I’m kind of realizing that.” “I think we pick and choose with him,” Millikan said. He is also a frequent subject across the network’s programming, including on Get Up, First Take and NBA Today. The ESPN special he participated in titled The Decision saw him reveal he would be leaving the Cleveland Cavaliers to join the Miami Heat. Throughout his NBA career, James has been the subject of criticism. ![]() I think he’s had some ignorance, but I think that applies to every single athlete out there that’s great.” “There’s been some things I haven’t agreed with him that he’s liked or tweeted or whatever. “He’s been a pretty good soldier for the game,” said Tom Milikan, morning show producer and assistant program director at 97.1 The Ticket. James just completed his 20th season in the Association and continues to play at a high level, but is going to think about walking away from the game after falling short of the NBA Finals this year. Widely regarded as one of the best players to ever suit up, James is the NBA’s all-time scoring leader, a 19-time All Star selection, four-time MVP, and four-time NBA champion.ĭuring his postgame media availability on Monday, he stated that he had to seriously think about his future, undoubtedly referencing retirement. iHeartMedia owns the rights to the show and has Jones under contract until 2024.Īs the Los Angeles Lakers exited the court after being swept by the Denver Nuggets in the Western Conference Finals on Monday night, a grim reality set in across the basketball world regarding the future of forward LeBron James. The majority of Jones weekly duties are consumed by KSR which is syndicated to 50 radio stations in 37 markets within Kentucky. I could have never imagined this would be my life. “They are great to work with Thanks to both iHeart Radio and ESPN for believing in me. ![]() “I am very excited to continue working with Myron Medcalf, Joe Fortenbaugh, and all the folks behind the scenes at ESPN,” Matt Jones said on Twitter. The Lexington-native has been on a steady climb in the industry since founding Kentucky Sports Radio in 2005. Jones is the co-host of Gameday on ESPN Radio’s Saturday lineup with Myron Medcalf and Joe Fortenbaugh from 1-5 p.m. I will still be doing KSR and all my work here in Kentucky with IHeart but it will expand my ability to do more with ESPN Radio as well- Matt Jones April 30, 2021 ![]() I signed a deal today with ESPN Radio to continue doing shows with them on a part-time basis.
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