The sports world is buzzing after the the first 2 episodes of the Michael Jordan/Chicago Bulls documentary, "The Last Dance." This week the crew shares their thoughts about the series so far. 0:40 - Leroy's talks about how the documentary has already taught us about how ego can destroy something good. 18:38 - Cerrone talks about mental toughness needed to play in the NBA back during Jordan's reign. Is it the same today, or have things changed? 27:00 - Shanda touches on the relationship of...

This week the crew talks about NASCAR driver Kyle Larson, and the impact Brady's departure will have on the way the Pats do business during the off season.  2:45 NASCAR driver Kyle Larson uses a racial slur during a virtual race, and ultimately was fired by his team! 20:15 Brady's gone, so how much impact will his leaving have on how the Pats handle their business during the off season?

In this episode Leroy holds it down for the crew, and speaks from the heart. If we ever needed sports, it's now. Not having it hurts!

This week the crew was unable to get together due to practicing social distancing during the Coronavirus pandemic. However, despite being isolated, each member of the crew was able to record themselves talking about whatever it is that's on their minds concerning sports, the pandemic, and more. 0:50 - Cerrone talks about the long term affect the Coronavirus could have on the world of sports. 15:18 - Leroy expresses his frustration with fans of the Pats overdoing it when it comes to...

Tom Brady says goodbye, and the crew sits back to discuss, reminisce, and celebrate almost 20 years of excellence from Tom Brady.   5:00-What are the expectations from the Patriots next season now that Tom Brady is gone?  10:00- Will Brady find success with another team?  22:00- How will Brady leaving impact Patriots nation? How many fans will leave with Tom Brady? 

This week on That 617 Life, our crew reacts to Mike Tyson saying he questions his existence now that he’s no longer a boxer. Cerrone sounds off on why load management in the NBA is a joke, and teams no longer value their fan base. Lastly, has Tom Brady’s popularity passed that of the Patriots, and if so, is that a good thing?    1:30- reaction to Mike Tyson questioning his existence now that he’s no longer a boxer. What do athletes do when they no longer have their sport?  11:35- Cerrone's...

Our 617 Life crew discusses Marc Spears article regarding what it’s like to be a black player in Boston. Has Boston evolved? Why we should stop the discussion about Ray Allen's number being retired by the Celtics.  1:00 – Reaction to Marc Spears article, From Russell to KG to today’s Celtics: Being a black player in Boston  9:00 – How much has Boston changed regarding racism?  22:30 – Let’s stop the discussion of having Ray Allen’s number retired by the Celtics  24:00- What Celtics...

This week the crew talks about the bloody beat down of Deontay Wilder by Tyson Fury. Are you ready to call Jayson Tatum a superstar? Plus the world gets a chance to say good-bye to Kobe Bryan  4:00 – Reaction to Fury/Wilder, what does this mean for the sport of Boxing?  13:20 – Jayson Tatum once again goes off, is the world ready to call Jayson Tatum a superstar?  24:24 – Reaction to the Kobe memorial service 

On this episode the crew looks back at the 2020 NBA All-Star weekend and talk about the highs and the lows. Plus, they ask the question, “Why can’t Boston get the All-Star weekend?” That plus Cerrone brings the heat with “Cold Cuts & Hot Takes”   1:00 – Recapping the best and the worst from the NBA All-Star weekend  4:30 – NBA big men showed off the skills they don’t get credit for  6:00 – Biggest differences between old school 3-point/ dunk contest and now. What can the NBA...

The new look XFL made it’s debut over the weekend, and the crew talks about the leagues pros, cons, and if it will even last.   2:00 – Leroy, Shanda, and Cerrone give their personal opinions of what they thought about the debut of the new XFL.   7:00 – What things did the XFL do that we think the NFL should start adapting.  16:00 – What can other sports do to create more engaging content for their fans?  22:00 – Should teams/owners embrace their players using social media?  

The NBA trade deadline came and went without Danny Ainge and the Celtics getting in on the action. This week the crew talks about the fan reaction to the Celtics not making any moves before the trade deadline. Gayle King catches heat for asking some uncomfortable questions about Kobe Bryant, and Cerrone teaches us all why the Mookie Betts trade wasn't the "Boston way." 1:14 Celtics trade deadline talk 12:52 Shanda Sounds Off (Gayle King, Lisa Leslie and the late Kobe...

The 617 Life crew honors Kobe Bryant. As a group of die hard Celtics fans, they explain how the respect for Kobe Bryant went beyond the rivalry with the Lakers. They relive Kobe’s career from start to finish and how he earned everyone’s respect through his hard work and incredible talent on the court.

1:30 - Pats still the talk of the NFL during the conference championships, and will continue to be during the Super Bowl between KC and SF. 12:00 - In this week's Cold Cuts and Hot Takes, Cerrone argues that the NFL stands for "Not For Long", so crowning the Chiefs the new "Kings" of the NFL is crazy. 17:34 - Shanda Sounds Off on Tyreek Hill marking his territory, OBJ making it rain at the wrong time, and AB hitting the stage. 25:25 - Netflix released its newest docuseries about Aaron...

Why is bad QB play getting so much credit around the NFL? Would the Patriots have been in a better spot if they decided to keep Jimmy Garoppolo? Cerrone Battle explains why he doesn’t think keeping Jimmy was the solution. How will the Alex Cora cheating scandal impact the MLB, does the MLB actually like the attention? 2:00 - Cerrone blasts all the Ryan Tannehill supporters, why is bad QB play getting so much credit for winning? 5:00 - Some Patriots fans regret losing Garoppolo, Cerrone...

The crew talks about the Pats early playoff exit, and the future of Tom Brady It's been 2 decades of excellence from the Patriots, but did their playoff loss to the Titans signal the end of the relationship between the Pats, Brady and the fans?   1:00 The shock of the Pats losing to the Titans, and a recap of the game. 4:40 What's going to happen to Tom Brady? 17:38 Cold Cuts & Hot Takes "Brady is the reason for the season" 22:26 Is there drama behind the scenes with the Pats? 35:40...

Former Patriot Patrick Pass joins the crew of that 617 to discuss why he’s not worried about the Patriots offense, why he remains confident in this team for the playoffs. The crew also reacts to Steph Curry trending for non NBA reasons, and KG’s comments about breaking LeBron James. 1:00 - Cerrone details his crazy work story. SPOILER ALERT it’s awkward. 4:00 - 3X Super Bowl Champion Patrick Pass joins the show 5:30 - What does Patrick think about Tom Brady not making the Pro...

On this week's episode of "That 617 Life", Shanda Foster and Cerrone Battle are joined by Kyle Draper from NBC Sports Boston to talk about the Celtics tough losses in Indiana and against Philly, plus how they are feeling about the team as they get a short five day break. Also, we debate whether the Celtics are CON-tenders or PRE-tenders in the NBA landscape.

We have an important court case to settle. WHO actually deserves the credit for the Patriots success? Judge Shanda Foster hears from both Leroy and Cerrone, who defend their sides on who made who. 5:00 - Court is in session: Shanda is the judge. Leroy defends his client Bill Belichick. Cerrone defends his client Tom Brady. 6:40 - Cerrone gives his opening statement on why Tom Brady deserves the credit for the Patriots success.  9:10 - Leroy gives his opening statement on why Bill Belichick...

Shanda, Leroy and Cerrone bring you the hottest topics in Boston Sports right now. If you were Kraft, would you take Antonio Brown back? Let's be honest on who America's team REALLY is. Is the rest of the world getting a glimpse of the Celtics true potential? 3:00 - If you were in Robert Kraft’s shoes, would you take back Antonio Brown? 9:30 -Cerrone brings you his ‘Cold cuts and hot takes’ where he breaks down who is really America’s team. The Patriots or the Cowboys? 20:00 -Shanda...

3:38 - Leroy, Shanda and Cerrone discuss the Patriots upcoming game vs. the Eagles and wonder if the beating they took vs. the Ravens is a sign of things to come for the remainder of the season. 9:23 - In this week's Cold Cuts and Hot Takes, Cerrone Battle discusses the perception of black quarterbacks in the NFL. He argues that while the stereotype is supported statistically, it doesn't excuse teams from not developing black quarterbacks into pocket passers. 19:25 - Shanda sounds off on...

(4:09) - Leroy, Shanda and Cerrone give their takes on the issue of load management in the NBA and debate if non-injured players should be missing games. (11:41) - Cerrone gives his Cold Cuts and Hot Takes, arguing that athletes that have been wronged and the fans who support them need to stop comparing professional sports to slavery. Shanda and Leroy react. (19:34) - Shanda sounds off on Matt Barnes and his ex-wife Gloria Govan, Trevor Booker for complaining about his time with the Wizards...

4:56 - Leroy, Shanda and Cerrone debate if the current Patriots defense is the best in NFL history or if it's too early to tell. 11:10 - In this week's Cold Cuts and Hot Takes, Cerrone gives some love to the Patriots offense, which he argues hasn't been receiving enough credit for the Patriots 8-0 record this season. Shanda and Leroy give their take. 17:42 - Shanda sounds off (positively) on the WWE having it's first ever fight in Saudi Arabi, the University of Pittsburgh's assistant...

4:26 - A handful of players have come and gone in Foxboro this season. Leroy, Shanda and Cerrone debate whether or not the Patriots should be so ruthless with getting rid of players. 13:33 - In Cerrone's Cold Cuts and Hot Takes, he talks about how the end is nearing for LeBron James and if he really deserves to be called "The King" anymore. 20:49 - Shanda sounds off on Patrick Beverley being fined by the league for throwing the ball into the stands, Tyronn Lue snubbing Rich Paul and Jaylen...

5:26 - Leroy, Shanda and Cerrone talk about the knee injury Patrick Mahomes suffered vs. the Broncos, how it affects the Patriots chances to win the AFC and what it means for the marketability of the league. 13:04 - Cerrone Battle gives his Cold Cuts and Hot Takes, NBA-preview style. 23:24 - Shanda sounds off on Michael Stahan's wife seeking child-support money, Myles Garrett being punched in the face by a fan and the pettiness of Detroit Lions fans after their controversial loss to Green...