In what is the third part of series of episodes, Rotem and Frank bring to you stock report No. 3 of the NBA season. Now just days away from the All-Star break, the guys dish on some of the most pressing developments around the league from the past few weeks. As per usual, the fellas break down a handful of teams whose stock is on the rise and others haven't been doing quite so hot. Are Eastern Conference overachievers like the Knicks and Hornets forreal? Have the Nets passed the Lakers in the NBA hierarchy? Is it panic time in Boston? Are all of the awards races already locked up? Give it a listen to find out and remember – buy low, sell high, get a piece of the pie. Be sure to follow Rotem (@rotemkaufman) and Frank (@FrankJP0) on twitter, as well as the podcast account (@PlayItPod) on twitter and instagram. Feel free to share this episode with those you know, leave a good rating and subscribe!

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NBA Stock Report #3: The East is Beast?

The NFL season may have just ended, but there's still plenty to talk about. Just weeks away from the start of free agency, Rotem and Frank are here to break down all of the rumors swirling around the league - specifically as it pertains to the quarterback position. Guys like Matthew Stafford, Jared Goff, and Carson Wentz are already well on the move, while other big-name players like Deshaun Watson and Sam Darnold continue to be the subject of trade talks. Which quarterbacks could be next in line to be shipped off, and where might they be headed? The guys break down all the odds and discuss which teams make the best fits for different players. They also discuss the implications of hypothetical trades as it pertains to futures for the 2021 season and dish on the J.J. Watt sweepstakes, too.  You know what to do.  Be sure to follow Rotem (@rotemkaufman) and Frank (@FrankJP0) on twitter, as well as the podcast account (@PlayItPod) on twitter and instagram. Feel free to share this episode with those you know, leave a good rating and subscribe! 

QB carousel + early offseason chatter

On this episode of Play It As It Lies, Rotem and Frank break down all things NBA All-Star Game ahead of the voting cutoff this week.  First and foremost, the guys discuss the odds of the All-Star game actually happening or not. Then, they go back-and-forth on their picks for the 5 starters and 7 reserves in each of the conferences. Who should make up the starting backcourt and frontcourt in the East and West? Which players have the best resumes for the reserve spots? Could there be any first time all stars?  Be sure to follow Rotem (@rotemkaufman) and Frank (@FrankJP0) on twitter, as well as the podcast account (@PlayItPod) on twitter and instagram. Feel free to share this episode with those you know, leave a good rating and subscribe!

NBA All-Star Special

On this jam-packed episode, Rotem and Frank give you their long-awaited breakdown of Sunday's Super Bowl LV showdown between the Chiefs and Buccaneers. The guys dish on anything and everything related to the big game, so get comfy and enjoy.  02:40 -- Game analysis and predictions  31:15 -- Player Props  1:05:00 -- MVP talk  1:11:05 -- Exotic Props  1:22:45 -- Halftime Show  Be sure to follow Rotem (@rotemkaufman) and Frank (@FrankJP0) on twitter, as well as the podcast account (@PlayItPod) on twitter and instagram. Feel free to share this episode with those you know, leave a good rating and subscribe!

Super Bowl Palooza!

In what is the second in a series of episodes, Rotem and Frank bring to you stock report No. 2 of the NBA season. Now just past the quarter mark of the 2020-21 season, the guys dish on some of the most pressing developments over the past few weeks. The fellas break down three teams whose stock is on the rise and three teams whose stock is on the decline, dishing on whether they'd buy, sell, or hold on teams like the Jazz, Rockets, Heat, etc. Are Quinn Snyder and Jordan Clarkson already locks for COTY and 6MOY? Should Joel Embiid be considered the early favorite for MVP? Who can catch LaMelo Ball in the rookie race? All of this and more is discussed.  Give it a listen and remember – buy low, sell high, get a piece of the pie. Be sure to follow Rotem (@rotemkaufman) and Frank (@FrankJP0) on twitter, as well as the podcast account (@PlayItPod) on twitter and instagram. Feel free to share this episode with those you know, leave a good rating and subscribe!

NBA Stock Report #2: Smooth Jazz

It takes two to tango, but it takes four to dance . . .  On this episode, Rotem and Frank offer their all-encompassing breakdown of the AFC and NFC championship games. The guys dish on a number of pressing topics and storylines on the docket for this weekend's action, including --  The legacy impact for Brady and Rodgers  How the Bucs can slow down the Packers offense  The impact of cold temperature and snow  Patrick Mahomes' health  Can the Bills play a complete game?  Dynamic QB and WR duos  In addition, the fellas highlight the odds for player statistics, margins of victory, number of touchdowns, and more. To cap off the hour, they look ahead at the odds for every potential super bowl matchup and give their predictions.  Be sure to follow Rotem (@rotemkaufman) and Frank (@FrankJP0) on twitter, as well as the podcast account (@PlayItPod) on twitter and instagram. Feel free to share this episode with those you know, leave a good rating and subscribe!

NFL Playoffs Preview: Conference Championships

A few days ago, the NBA and sports world was set on fire when news broke of a long-awaited James Harden trade. Harden was traded to the Nets, but there was a handful of other moving parts involving the Rockets, Pacers, and Cavaliers.  Rotem and Frank hop on the mic to break down all the ramifications of this blockbluster deal. They discuss their first impressions, who emerged from the trade as winners and losers, and what the outlook for each team looks like post-trade. Included as well are over/under numbers for Harden's statistics with Brooklyn and the futures odds for the Nets and Rockets.  Check it out and stay tuned for more NBA content coming soon!  Be sure to follow Rotem (@rotemkaufman) and Frank (@FrankJP0) on twitter, as well as the podcast account (@PlayItPod) on twitter and instagram. Feel free to share this episode with those you know, leave a good rating and subscribe!

The ramifications of James Harden to Brooklyn

What's better than Round 1? Only Round 2, of course . . .  Rotem and Frank are back on the block after a SUPER Wild Card weekend in the NFL, just in time to discuss all the matchups on the schedule for Divisional Round. Between the two games on Saturday and two games on Sunday, there's no shortage of exciting storylines, matchups, and headliners to watch for this weekend.  The guys dish on all four games, beginning with the Rams vs. Packers on Saturday afternoon and so on. Is the Los Angeles defense good enough to slow down Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams? Will Josh Allen or Lamar Jackson prevail in a battle of young QBs on Saturday night? Can the Browns magic carpet ride continue at Arrowhead? Which all-time great quarterback gets the better of the other in New Orleans?  You'll have to listen to find out.  Be sure to follow Rotem (@rotemkaufman) and Frank (@FrankJP0) on twitter, as well as the podcast account (@PlayItPod) on twitter and instagram. Feel free to share this episode with those you know, leave a good rating and subscribe!

NFL Playoffs Preview: Divisional Round

The regular season may be over, but the fun is just beginning . . .  That's right, folks, the NFL playoffs are finally here. Like you, Rotem and Frank have waited a long time for this moment and are here to break down all the Wild Card action on the docket this weekend. The guys go through all SIX games and share their analysis on each one, making the case for their predictions while analyzing the moneyline and point spread for each team.  Can the Bills continue to roll against the Colts? Will the Ravens and Saints exercise their postseason demons? Has COVID spoiled the Browns first playoff appearance in almost two decades? The fellas offer their thoughts on these pressing questions and much more.  As always, give it whirlwind and stay tuned for more playoff content next week!  Be sure to follow Rotem (@rotemkaufman) and Frank (@FrankJP0) on twitter, as well as the podcast account (@PlayItPod) on twitter and instagram. Feel free to share this episode with those you know, leave a good rating and subscribe!

NFL Playoffs Preview: Super Wild Card Round

In what is the first in a series of episodes, Rotem and Frank bring to you their first stock report of the NBA season. Now two weeks into the 2020-21 season, the guys break down some of the most pressing developments through 5-6 games. The fellas discuss five teams whose stock is on the rise and five teams whose stock is falling so far, offering their advice as to buy or sell for each one. Are the Cavaliers and Magic for real? Will the Nuggets and Raptors claw their way towards .500? Additionally, Rotem and Frank dish on some awards talk – highlighted by Luka Doncic’s early struggles, Monty Williams success in Phoenix, etc. Give it a listen and remember – buy low, sell high, get a piece of the pie. Be sure to follow Rotem (@rotemkaufman) and Frank (@FrankJP0) on twitter, as well as the podcast account (@PlayItPod) on twitter and instagram. Feel free to share this episode with those you know, leave a good rating and subscribe!

NBA Stock Report #1: It's always sunny in Philadelphia

Happy New Year!  To help reign in 2021, Rotem and Frank are here with an all-inclusive breakdown of the regular season finale in the NFL. It's been a long and exciting journey, and the Week 17 slate of games is no different. With several teams fighting for their playoff lives and seeding in both conferences yet to be determined, there's a lot on the line this Sunday.  Who will snag the final Wild Card spots in the AFC and NFC? Will the Bills or Steelers earn the No. 2 seed behind Kansas City? Can the Packers fend off the Saints and Seahawks for home-field advantage in the postseason? The fellas give their predictions for all of these important questions and then some, discussing how the results of this week's games will shape the playoff picture.  Give it a listen and stay tuned for playoff content coming soon!  Be sure to follow Rotem (@rotemkaufman) and Frank (@FrankJP0) on twitter, as well as the podcast account (@PlayItPod) on twitter and instagram. Feel free to share this episode with those you know, leave a good rating and subscribe!

NFL Week 17 Preview: The final countdown

It's an episode of "eves" on the Play It As It Lies podcast. Recording on Christmas Eve, Rotem and Frank dish on what Week 16, the eve of the final week of the NFL regular season, has to offer.  The guys give their predictions and analysis for every game, as always, but this time is a bit more interesting. That's because the NFL has gifted us with a game on Friday (Christmas Day) and three, yes THREE, games on Saturday. Just when you thought you didn't need more football in your life, here we are . . .  Hot topics this week include the Saints revenge game, Las Vegas looking to play playoff spoiler, the Steelers continued skid, and the battle for the NFC West, among others. Can the Rams recover after losing to the Jets? Will the Jets ever recover after losing out on Trevor Lawrence? Who will prevail in a high-scoring showdown at Lambeau Field? Tune in to here the fellas' thoughts.  Be sure to follow Rotem (@rotemkaufman) and Frank (@FrankJP0) on twitter, as well as the podcast account (@PlayItPod) on twitter and instagram. Feel free to share this episode with those you know, leave a good rating and subscribe!

NFL Week 16 Preview: Christmas Miracles

In Part 2 of their NBA Season Preview, Rotem and Frank dive into the Western Conference. The guys examine the over/under win projections for all 15 teams in the West and give their predictions for how each team will fare. Intertwined in the discussion is how each team performed last season, what they did in the offseason, and their outlook for 2021. Give it a listen!  1:00 -- Northwest Division 25:00 -- Southwest Division 49:00 -- Pacific Division 1:12:00 -- Tier Rankings 1:19:30 -- Key Storylines Be sure to follow Rotem (@rotemkaufman) and Frank (@FrankJP0) on twitter, as well as the podcast account (@PlayItPod) on twitter and instagram. Feel free to share this episode with those you know, leave a good rating and subscribe!

NBA Season Preview, Part 2: Western Conference

Better late than never, right?  On this week's NFL preview episode, Rotem and Frank dish on a bevy of interesting matchups -- including the first two Saturday games of the 2020 season between the Bills/Broncos and Packers/Panthers. Will Aaron Rodgers and Josh Allen lead their teams to another victory, or could a surprise upset be in store?  The guys also touch on some notable storylines from the Sunday slate, including Bill Belichick vs. Brian Flores, Derrick Henry's quest for 2,000 yards, Jalen Hurts vs. Kyler Murray, and a potential Super Bowl preview in New Orleans.  Tune in for the scoop.  Be sure to follow Rotem (@rotemkaufman) and Frank (@FrankJP0) on twitter, as well as the podcast account (@PlayItPod) on twitter and instagram. Feel free to share this episode with those you know, leave a good rating and subscribe!

NFL Week 15 Preview: Vaccination Fixation

In Part 1 of their NBA Season Preview, Rotem and Frank dive into the Eastern Conference. The guys examine the over/under win projections for all 15 teams in the East and give their predictions for how each team will fare. Intertwined in the discussion is how each team performed last season, what they did in the offseason, and their outlook for 2021.  Give it a listen and stay tuned for Parts 2 and 3 coming soon.  1:30 -- Southeast Division  28:20 -- Atlantic Division  58:00 -- Central Division  1:19:30 -- Tier Rankings  1:32:30 -- Key Storylines  Be sure to follow Rotem (@rotemkaufman) and Frank (@FrankJP0) on twitter, as well as the podcast account (@PlayItPod) on twitter and instagram. Feel free to share this episode with those you know, leave a good rating and subscribe!

NBA Season Preview, Part 1: Eastern Conference

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