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Sports Inquirer Show 164: NBA Playoffs without LeBron James, Luka Doncic, Trae Young, Julio Jones to Tennessee, Aaron Rodgers, Atlanta United 2, United States wins CONCACAF Nations League (6.9.21) — June 9, 2021

Sports Inquirer Show 164: NBA Playoffs without LeBron James, Luka Doncic, Trae Young, Julio Jones to Tennessee, Aaron Rodgers, Atlanta United 2, United States wins CONCACAF Nations League (6.9.21)

In this edition of The Sports Inquirer Show, we discuss LeBron James’ elimination from the NBA Playoffs as well as the emergence of young stars such as Luka Doncic, Trae Young, Devin Booker, Nikola Jokic and the dominance of Kevin Durant and the Brooklyn Nets in the Backdoor Cut (3:04-22:21), Julio Jones’ trade from the Atlanta Falcons to the Tennessee Titans as well as Aaron Rodgers not reporting to mandatory minicamp for the Green Bay Packers in the Gridiron Blitz (22:21-35:15). We also break down Atlanta United 2’s win over Louisville with audio from manager Jack Collison and players Aiden McFadden and Caleb Wiley as well as the United States winning the CONCACAF Nations League Championship over Mexico in the Original Free Kick (35:15-47:13).


Sports Inquirer Show 164: NBA Playoffs without LeBron James, Luka Doncic, Trae Young, Julio Jones to Tennessee, Aaron Rodgers, Atlanta United 2, United States wins CONCACAF Nations League (6.9.21)
Original Free Kick: Atlanta United 2 Tony Annan post-Memphis 901 FC interview (5.23.21) — May 23, 2021

Original Free Kick: Atlanta United 2 Tony Annan post-Memphis 901 FC interview (5.23.21)

Atlanta United 2 manager Tony Annan
Photo credit: Atlanta United Communications

The Sports Inquirer spoke with Atlanta United 2 manager Tony Annan for an exclusive interview following the team’s 2-2 home draw against Memphis 901 FC May 23. Topics included the draw, Aiden McFadden’s two goals in the contest, Atlanta finding resolve in its third match in seven days under humid conditions and the progression of the team through the first month of the season.


Original Free Kick: Atlanta United 2 Tony Annan post-Memphis 901 FC interview (5.23.21)

Original Free Kick: Atlanta United 2 Tony Annan post-Memphis 901 FC interview (5.23.21)
Original Free Kick: Atlanta United 2 Stephen Glass post-Bethlehem Steel interview (10.9.19) #sportsinquirer #atlutd #atlutd2 #uniteandconquer #uslchampionship — October 10, 2019

Original Free Kick: Atlanta United 2 Stephen Glass post-Bethlehem Steel interview (10.9.19) #sportsinquirer #atlutd #atlutd2 #uniteandconquer #uslchampionship

Atlanta United 2 manager Stephen Glass
Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta United

The Sports Inquirer spoke with Atlanta United 2 manager Stephen Glass following the team’s 5-2 home win over Bethlehem Steel on Oct. 9, extending the team’s record-setting unbeaten streak to seven matches.

Topics included the win, Atlanta’s unbeaten streak, George Campbell scoring a goal on a set piece, Mikey Ambrose’s performance, the contributions of retired player Tyler Ruthven and Atlanta’s play during the second half of the 2019 campaign.

Original Free Kick: Atlanta United 2 Jack Metcalf post-Bethlehem Steel interview (10.9.19) #sportsinquirer #atlutd #atlutd2 #uniteandconquer #uslchampionship —

Original Free Kick: Atlanta United 2 Jack Metcalf post-Bethlehem Steel interview (10.9.19) #sportsinquirer #atlutd #atlutd2 #uniteandconquer #uslchampionship

Atlanta United player Jack Metcalf
Photo credit: Atlanta United Communications/(Karl L. Moore)

The Sports Inquirer spoke with Atlanta United 2 defender and captain Jack Metcalf following the team’s 5-2 home win over Bethlehem Steel on Oct. 9, extending the team’s record-setting unbeaten streak to seven matches.

Topics included the victory, Atlanta’s unbeaten streak, the team’s play during the second half of the 2019 campaign, serving as a mentor to the younger players and the retirement of teammate Tyler Ruthven.

Original Free Kick: Atlanta United 2 George Campbell post-Bethlehem Steel interview (10.9.19) #sportsinquirer #atlutd #atlutd2 #uniteandconquer #uslchampionship —

Original Free Kick: Atlanta United 2 George Campbell post-Bethlehem Steel interview (10.9.19) #sportsinquirer #atlutd #atlutd2 #uniteandconquer #uslchampionship

Atlanta United 2 player George Campbell
Photo credit: Steffenie Burns (Atlanta United Communications)

The Sports Inquirer spoke with Atlanta United 2 defender George Campbell following the team’s 5-2 home win over Bethlehem Steel on Oct. 9, extending the team’s record-setting unbeaten streak to seven matches. Campbell scored a goal in the contest.

Topics included scoring the goal on a set piece, his first year as a professional, Atlanta’s unbeaten streak and the team’s play during the second half of the 2019 campaign.

Original Free Kick: Atlanta United 2 Amir Bashti post-Birmingham presser (9.4.19) #sportsinquirer #atlutd #atlutd2 #uniteandconquer #uslchampionship — September 5, 2019

Original Free Kick: Atlanta United 2 Amir Bashti post-Birmingham presser (9.4.19) #sportsinquirer #atlutd #atlutd2 #uniteandconquer #uslchampionship

Atlanta United entrance ahead of home contest against Montreal Impact
Photo credit: Atlanta United Communications (Karl L. Moore)

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United 2 player Amir Bashti following the team’s 5-0 home loss to the Birmingham Legion on Sept. 4. Topics included making his team debut and preparing to host Ottawa on Sept. 7.