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That’s Amaury News and Commentary: NBA Expansion to Las Vegas

Published on December 17, 2025December 17, 2025 by Sports Radio ServiceLeave a comment

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver is considering expansion teams to Las Vegas and Seattle that will be up for discussion sometime in 2026 (CNN photo)

That’s Amaury News and Commentary podcast: NBA Expansion to Las Vegas:

NBA Expansion to Las Vegas

That’s Amaury News Commentary

By Amaury Pi-González

A decision on expansion (potentially to 32 teams) is anticipated sometime in 2026. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver praised Las Vegas support for basketball. The Commissioner notes support in Las Vegas for the WNBA Aces, the Summer League, and the NBA Cup. Seattle is also another city that the NBA is showing interest.

The Seattle SuperSonics played in Seattle for 41 seasons, from their inaugural 1967-1968 season until relocating to become the Oklahoma City Thunder after the 2007-2008 season. They were Seattle’s first major sports franchise and won one NBA championship in 1979 under legendary coach Lenny Wilkens.

I remember as I covered the Warriors visiting Seattle with the team and witnessed the support of the Supersonics fans, the arena where they played was right, where the World’s Fair was held in 1962, today known as Seattle Center, next to the Space Needle and the Monorail. It was made even more famous in 1963 with Elvis as the star in the movie “It Happened At The World’s Fair”.

Expasion history: Last time the NBA expanded was in 2004 when the Charlotte Bobcats (now Hornets) joined as the league’s 30th team. While there’s been talk of expansion to Las Vegas and Seattle, no new teams have joined since the Bobcats’ debut.

More Hoops: Below made the rounds here in the Bay Area and in the national news of one Golden State Warriors Fan complaining to owner Joe Lacob about the struggles of the team recenlty even as Stephen Curry scoring in big numbers but still no victories.

(via Justdutari/Reddit, Alex Simon/SFGate)

A Warrior fan wrote Lacob: “Dear Joe, Please do something about this team. What Steph need to do every night to win? Drop 50 points? Team is need a real second option. Jimmy tool are being underutilized because he is playing as a power forward due to the small position players. We have no true center.”

Lacob replied: “You can’t be as frustrated as me. I’am working on it. It’s complicated. Style of play. Coaches desires regarding players. League trends. Jimmy is not the problem.”

Amaury Pi-Gonzalez – Cuban-born Pi-González is one of the pioneers of Spanish-language baseball play-by-play in America. Began as Oakland A’s Spanish-language voice in 1977 ending in 2024 (interrupted by stops with the Giants, Mariners and Angels). Voice of the Golden State Warriors from 1992 through 1998. 2010 inducted in the Bay Area Radio Hall of fame.

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San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor: Ayiuk’s demise didn’t distract the team at all

Published on December 17, 2025December 17, 2025 by Sports Radio ServiceLeave a comment

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (11) in the first half against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara on Oct 5, 2025 (AP News photo)

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor:

#1 How much is the Brandon Aiyuk situation going to impact the San Francisco 49ers as Aiyuk and the 49ers are headed for a split. Aiyuk had been work for a resolution as Aiyuk has one more year left on his contract and is out on the reserve/left team list and cannot return for the rest of the season.

#2 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said on Rickey Pearsall with a right knee cruciate ligament injury.Peasall caught an eight yard pass during the first play and caught six passes for 96 yards in the 49ers win over the Tennessee Titans 37-24 last Sunday.

#3 Next up for the 49ers (10-4) the Indianapolis Colts (8-6) at Lucas Oil Field for Monday Night Football on Dec 22. The Colts have lost five of their last six games and have lost four in a row the 49ers are catching the Colts in the middle of a slump.

Join David Zizmor for the 49ers podcasts each Wednesday at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Celebrini ignites Sharks’ third-period breakout in 6-3 win

Published on December 16, 2025December 16, 2025 by Sports Radio ServiceLeave a comment

Sharks players huddle up after scoring the first goal vs. Calgary on Dec 16, 2025, at SAP Center in San Jose, CA (Sharks Media)

By: Fernando Abarca

SAN JOSE, CA– Another Hockey night in the Bay Area after a long stretch of games on the road, the Sharks are finally back, hosting the Calgary Flames.

It has been a ride for both teams so far during the last couple of days. The Teal won in overtime after an impressive comeback at Pittsburgh in overtime with a 6-5 score. Calgary, one of the worst teams in the NHL this season, has found some momentum, winning four of the last five. On Saturday night, the Flames took the win against the Kings.

FIRST PERIOD

From the outset, it was a hockey game nobody expected. The Sharks and the Flames delivered a show of back-and-forth hockey. The Sharks struck first as John Klingberg netted the first one with an assist from Macklin Celebrini. Barclay Goodrow put the second up for the Sharks, making it 2-0 close to the final minutes of the first period. Calgary did not back down and responded quickly, with Blake Coleman and Ryan Lomberg netting one each for the visitors to make it an even game. Once again, Barclay Goodrow made his double to seal the period with the lead in the first.

SECOND PERIOD

In the second, the Sharks had to continue on the mission to dominate. At the start of the 2nd, a penalty against Sharks’ defenseman, Timothy Liljegren, in the penalty kill, the Sharks responded accordingly. The game turned very physical for both sides. Both teams came even in shots on goal, 16 for the Sharks and 17 for the Flames. in the 2nd, the score remained the same, up by 1 for the Sharks.

THIRD PERIOD

San Jose extended its lead early in the third when Celebrini finished a deflected score to make it 4-2. Tyler Toffoli added a goal later in the period to push the lead to 5-2. Calgary got one back from Nazem Kadri, but another Sharks tally sealed the 6-3 final.

San Jose outshot Calgary 26-30 and won the faceoff battle while continuing to refine its balanced attack. Calgary was unable to convert on its power-play opportunities and surrendered.

STANDINGS IMPACT: The Sharks improved to 17-14-3 and will look to build on the wins as they continue their homestand with a winning streak and look to improve in the highly contested Pacific division. Next game is at home vs. the Dallas Stars. Calgary dropped to 13-17-4 and will try to rebound in its next game in the Emerald City vs. the Seattle Kraken.

Las Vegas Raiders podcast Tony Renteria: Can Raiders defense control a tough Texans offense this Sunday?

Published on December 16, 2025 by Sports Radio ServiceLeave a comment

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Pete Carroll speaks with the media following the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on Sun Dec 14, 2025 (AP News photo)

Las Vegas Raiders podcast Tony Renteria:

#1 Can the Las Vegas Raiders (2-12) control the tempo on the road and quiet a young Houston Texans (9-5) offense in a hostile Houston environment? The Texans are on a six game win streak the Raiders could be coming into a buzzsaw.

#2 How will the Raiders’ defense match up against Houston’s passing attack, especially in the red zone?

#3 Will the Raiders’ rushing game be effective enough to keep their offense balanced and sustain long drives?

#4 Which Raiders playmakers need to step up most for Las Vegas to secure a late-season road win?

#5 With playoff implications potentially looming, can the Raiders execute cleanly and avoid costly mistakes against the Texans?

Join Tony Renteria for the Raiders podcasts each Tuesday at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

That’s Amaury News and Commentary podcast: Does Garcia impact the Phils outfield plans and Castellanos?; Will D-Backs trade Marte?; plus more MLB news

Published on December 16, 2025 by Sports Radio ServiceLeave a comment

Texas Rangers’ Adolis García hits an RBI single during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the W. Sacramento Athletics, Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025, in West Sacramento, Calif. (AP Photo/Sara Nevis)

That’s Amaury News and Commentary podcast:

#1 How will Adolis García’s reported one-year, $10 million deal with the Phillies impact Philadelphia’s outfield plans and Nick Castellanos’ future with the team?

#2 With the Diamondbacks signing Merrill Kelly and Michael Soroka, are they still willing to trade outfielder Ketel Marte this offseason?

#3 What were the most notable selections and potential impacts from the 2025 Rule 5 Draft?

#4 Which prospects headline the Athletics’ top 10 2026 MLB prospect list, and how might they influence the franchise’s future?

#5 What standout moments from the 2025 season (like Freddie Freeman’s 18th-inning walk-off) are shaping narratives as the offseason continues?

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Stanford Cardinal podcast Michael Roberson: Arlington-Stanford expected to be a great match up Wednesday night at Maples

Published on December 16, 2025 by Sports Radio ServiceLeave a comment

Stanford Cardinal Benny Gealer (5) scored eight points against the San Jose State Spartans Sat Dec 13, 2025 at Provident Union Events Center has been a force with teammates Chisom Okpara and AJ Rohosy (photo by Stanford Cardinal)

Stanford Cardinal podcast Michael Roberson:

#1 How will the Stanford Cardinal (8-2) set the tempo early against UT Arlington’s (7-3) defensive schemes?

#2 Which Cardinal player will be the key matchup problem for the Mavericks on both ends of the floor?

#3 Can the Cardinal exploit their size and depth advantage in the paint against UT Arlington?

#4 How prepared is the Cardinal backcourt to handle UT Arlington’s pressure and transition offense?

#5 What adjustments will the Cardinal need to make if the Mavericks keep the game close into the second half?

Join Michael Roberson for the Stanford Cardinal podcasts each week at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

That’s Amaury News and Commentary: Big Win for Women’s Sports Title IX

Published on December 16, 2025 by Sports Radio ServiceLeave a comment

Former San Jose State University Spartans Volleyball player Blaire Fleming (3) was the center of controversy in 2024 when she played for the team (SJSU Athletics file photo)

Big Win for Women’s Sports Title IX

That’s Amaury News and Commentary

By Amaury Pi-González

Remember this last year? The San Jose State (SJSU) volleyball controversy which erupted in 2024 when a teammate Brooke Slusser, revealed her transgender teammate (later identified as Blaire Flemming) was born male, sparking debate and legal action over trans women playing in women’s sports, with opponents citing fairness/safety concerns (biological advantages in strength/jump) and leading to opponent forfeits, while supporters and the player highlight inclusion and adherence to NCAA/Mountain West rules, with a judge temporarily rejecting injunctions to remove the player.

However, the case continued in federal court, but it was just settled. Monday, the final decision by the highest court in the land came in. On December 15, 2025. The Supreme Court of the United States struck down the Biden-Harris administration’s Title IX rewrite by a 5-4 vote, which would have allowed men to compete in women’s sports and to use women’s bathrooms, locker rooms, and dorms.

And compelled speech. Common Sense prevailed in the Supreme Court. Most U.S. polls show a majority of Americans favor policies keeping transgender women out of biological women’s sports, believing they should play on teams matching their birth sex, with significant support for bans in youth and competitive athletics.

NBC News Poll (May 2025) showed that 75% of American adults say transgender women should not be permitted to participate in female sports. Agree or disagree, studies have shown that males generally become significantly stronger than females after puberty due to testosterone’s effects on muscle mass, bone density, and hemoglobin, creating a 10-30% performance gap in strength/power sports, which raises complex questions about fair competition when transgender women (who went through male puberty) compete in women’s sports, as testosterone suppression may not eliminate these enduring advantages, I did not interpreted this Supreme Court decision as discrimination against trans athletes.

At the end, this decision is a big win for biological women. I believe that in sports, men should play men and women should play women, as simple as that. If that is controversial, so be it. But it makes all the sense in the world.

Reports from November 2025 indicate that it is moving toward a blanket ban on transgender women competing in the female category at the Olympics. This decision is expected to be finalized and implemented before the Los Angeles 2028 Games, but likely not in time for the Winter Olympics in Italy.

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San Jose Barracuda podcast Marko Ukalovic: Barracuda finally catches up to win in OT against Texas

Published on December 15, 2025 by Sports Radio ServiceLeave a comment

The San Jose Barracuda forward Igor Chernyshov (92) and forward Filip Bystedt (18) defends against the Texas Stars forward Attu Hyry (12) who sends the puck around the dashboards at H-E-B Center at Cedar Park on Sat Dec 13, 2025 (Texas Stars photo)

San Jose Barracuda podcast Marko Ukalovic:

#1 Filip Bystedt scored the OT winner Saturday night — what was going on on that power-play opportunity, and how did you see it develop?

#2 Egor Afanasyev tied the game in the second period — what adjustments was he making offensively to find space against the Stars?

#3 Jakub Škarek stopped 30 of 34 shots — what did you think about his performance Saturday night, especially late in regulation and in overtime?

#4 Patrick Giles was one of the Barracuda’s three stars — how important was his physical presence and leadership on the ice Saturday night?

#5 After coming back from multiple ties, what was the team’s mindset heading into overtime, and how did the group stay composed?

Marko Ukalovic does the San Jose Barracuda podcasts each Monday at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Sacramento Kings podcast Barbara Mason: Kings fall short in loss to Timberwolves

Published on December 15, 2025 by Sports Radio ServiceLeave a comment

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels front right controls the ball against the Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (left) in the first half at the Target Center at Minneapolis on Sun Dec 14, 2025 (AP News photo)

Sacramento Kings podcast Barbara Mason:

#1 Sacramento Kings (6-19) Zach LaVine struggled with the Minnesota Timberwolves (16-9) defense at times Sunday night — what adjustments do you think the Kings could make moving forward to get him more open looks?

#2 With Domantas Sabonis unavailable due to injury, how did that affect LaVine’s offensive rhythm, and what did you learn about the depth of like Keegan Murray and Maxime Raynaud who were asked to step up?

#3 Russell Westbrook brings veteran leadership — how did his court vision and playmaking help the Kings in key stretches Sunday night?

#4 DeMar DeRozan has been one of the Kings consistent scorers this season — how important is it for him to maintain aggression against tough defenses like Minnesota?

#5 How would you evaluate the Kings bench production Sunday night, particularly from guys like Malik Monk and Precious Achiuwa, given the adversity on the road?

Join Barbara Mason for the Sacramento Kings podcasts Mondays at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

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Stanford Cardinal Daniel Dullum podcast: Stanford holds on at the end to defeat SJSU 86-82

Published on December 14, 2025 by Sports Radio ServiceLeave a comment

Stanford Cardinal forward Chisom Okpara (10) and guard Jeremy Dent-Smith (25) battle the San Jose State Spartans at Provident Union Event Center in San Jose on Sat Dec 13, 2025 (Stanford Cardinal X photo)

Stanford Cardinal Daniel Dullum podcast:

#1 Stanford’s AJ Rohosy, shot 8-for-9 and scored 20 points Saturday night — what did you see from the San José State defense that allowed him to have such a high-efficiency night?”

#2 Stanford’s Chisom Okpara, hit all three of his 3-point attempts. What helped him stay so confident from deep in a tight road game?

#3 Jeremy Dent-Smith, added four 3-pointers and gave Stanford a spark — how important was it to keep the offensive momentum going when San José State went on their late run?

#4 Stanford’s guard Benny Gealer, closed the game from the free-throw line — what was going through his mind at the end there, and how did he handle pressure situations like that?

#5 Stanford guard Ryan Agarwal, nearly posted a double-digit rebound night with 11 points and nine boards — how do you think Stanford’s defense and rebounding impacted his ability to control the game?

Daniel Dullum does the Stanford Cardinal podcasts each Sunday night at http://www.sportsradioservice.com