Pardon the Interruption Season 16 Episode 91 May 16, 2017
- May 16, 2017
Pardon the Interruption is a highly anticipated sports talk show that brings together two of the industry's top analysts Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon. Their ability to analyze and discuss current sports news while adding their signature banter and humor has kept viewers tuning in for years. Season 16 Episode 91, which aired on May 16, 2017, was no exception to their usual entertainment value.
The episode began with the hosts diving into the news surrounding the NBA playoffs. With the Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers facing off in the Eastern Conference Finals, Kornheiser and Wilbon discussed the possibility of LeBron James making his seventh straight NBA Finals appearance. The hosts debated whether or not this could put him in the conversation for greatest of all time, considering the strength of his competition.
Moving on to the NHL playoffs, the hosts dove into the matchup between the Nashville Predators and Anaheim Ducks in the Western Conference Finals. They discussed the importance of home-ice advantage and how it could impact the series. They also touched on the surprising performance of the Ottawa Senators in the Eastern Conference Finals.
Kornheiser and Wilbon then shifted their focus to the NFL, specifically the Seattle Seahawks and their recent signing of quarterback Colin Kaepernick. The hosts discussed the impact this could have on Kaepernick's career and if it will lead to him starting again in the league.
The conversation then turned to college football and the news surrounding the Penn State football program. With the recent release of the Freeh Report and the ongoing scandal surrounding former assistant coach Jerry Sandusky, Kornheiser and Wilbon delved into the ongoing legal issues and what it could mean for the future of Penn State football.
Throughout the show, the hosts also had several lighthearted moments, including a discussion about Kornheiser's recent obsession with the game of bocce ball. They also spent time discussing the upcoming Mayweather vs. McGregor boxing match and the possibility of McGregor winning.
Overall, Pardon the Interruption season 16 episode 91 offered a diverse range of sports news, analysis, and banter that kept viewers engaged. Kornheiser and Wilbon's ability to balance serious sports talk with humor and wit has made them two of the most beloved personalities in the industry. Whether discussing major sports headlines or engaging in more lighthearted conversations, the hosts always manage to deliver a highly entertaining and informative show.