Tar Takes 2/4: UNC win over Louisville HUGE, Anthony Davis now will re-sign with 4 teams, Porzingis trade

February 4, 2019February 4, 2019 by Ryan Lipton, posted in College Basketball, college football, NBA, nfl, North Carolina Tar Heels, sports

UNC G Kenny Williams vs. Louisville (Photo via Jamie Rhodes-USA TODAY Sports)

On this week’s episode of Tar Takes we talk about what UNC basketball’s latest win meant over Louisville, look forward to the Tar Heels’ game vs. NC State, recap the Super Bowl drama and dive into the NBA’s drama led by Anthony Davis, Kristaps Porzingis and LeBron James.

Tar Takes Topics 2/4:

What does the win over Louisville mean for Tar Heel basketball?

Is the game against NC State at home on Tuesday a game the Tar Heels should worry about?

How would you asses the Mack Brown tenure thus far?

NBA: Who won the trade Mavs or Knicks?

Should the Knicks trade a possible top 2 pick for Anthony Davis?

Super Bowl Sunday Takeways:

21 Savage

Dave Portnoy + Barstool Sports

The actual Super Bowl game, was it even exciting? Takeaways from the game.

Ryan Lipton is the founder of The JR Report. For more news and The JR Report updates follow him on twitter @rytime98.

Tar Takes 1/28: Will UNC basketball stay in top 10? LeBron mastermind behind AD to Lakers?

January 28, 2019January 28, 2019 by Ryan Lipton, posted in LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers, NBA, nfl, North Carolina Tar Heels, sports

UNC QB Mitch Trubisky (Photo via Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports)

On this week’s episode of Tar Takes, we discuss if UNC basketball will stay in the Top 10 of the rankings after this week (@GT, @LOU), whether Mitch Trubisky making the 2019 NFL Pro Bowl proves there is something wrong with the Pro Bowl, and the latest on LeBron James, Anthony Davis (he requested a trade) and the Los Angeles Lakers.

For all our topics from this week’s episode, check down below!

Shout out to UNC women’s basketball for defeated No. 1 Notre Dame this weekend at home.

UNC Basketball reaches No. 9 in rankings. Will they be able to stay in the top 10 after this week? They play at Georgia Tech and at No. 15 Louisville

UNC alumn Mitch Trubisky makes 2019 NFL Pro Bowl. Does this prove how stupid the pro bowl is?

AD requests trade. Should NO trade Anthony Davis before the trade deadline or wait until the Celtics can bid in the summer?

If you were the Celtics, would you trade Kyrie Irving for Anthony Davis straight up?

Who is going to win the Super Bowl? Rams vs. Patriots

Ryan Lipton is the founder of The JR Report. For more news and The JR Report updates follow him on twitter @rytime98.

Tar Takes 1/21: Who is Tar Heels’ leader? NFL change OT rules? Pats/Rams best teams?

January 21, 2019January 21, 2019 by Ryan Lipton, posted in College Basketball, nfl, North Carolina Tar Heels, sports, Tar Takes

UNC Forward Luke Maye – Photo via Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

On this week’s episode of Tar Takes we break down the North Carolina Tar Heels basketball season to date and discuss what we saw on Sunday in the NFL’s Conference Championship games.

UNC Basketball: Do they have a leader and if so who should UNC’s leader be?

Tar Heels have won six out of seven and are 4-1 in conference play. But how confident are you in the team?

Evaluate how the UNC freshman have done thus far in the year.

Did the outcome of yesterday’s games reflect which teams are actually better?

New England Patriots vs. Kansas City Chiefs

Los Angeles Rams vs. New Orleans Saints

Should the NFL change overtime rules?

Ryan Lipton is the founder of The JR Report. For more news and The JR Report updates follow him on twitter @rytime98.

Tar Takes S2E12: Hunt 2nd chance, Fultz injury real, Tar Heels basketball struggling

December 6, 2018December 6, 2018 by Ryan Lipton, posted in NBA, nfl, North Carolina Tar Heels, sports, Tar Takes

On this week’s episode of Tar Takes, we debate whether or not RB Kareem Hunt deserves a second chance, if Markelle Fultz’s injury is legit and whether the Golden State Warriors will experience longterm success even after Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson retire.

On the Tar Heel side, we discuss UNC football losing out on QB Kelly Bryant, the struggles on the basketball court after losing to Michigan and the university’s decision to build a $5.3 million building for the Silent Sam statue.

QB Kelly Bryant signs with Missouri. How big of a hit is it for the Tar Heels to lose out on Bryant?

Tar Heels suffer brutal loss to Michigan last Wednesday. What is wrong with UNC?

Kentucky, Gonzaga still upcoming for Tar Heels. Can UNC compete with those power houses at the moment?

UNC politics: Smart or dumb move for to put Silent Sam in $5 million building?

Markelle Fultz diagnosed with neuronic thoracic outlet syndrome. Is this a legit excuse?

Kareem Hunt released by Chiefs. Does he deserve a 2nd chance? Is that interview with Lisa Salters real life?

Kobe Bryant takes shot at Golden State Warriors. Will the Warriors’ franchise be successful long term?

Photo Credit:

Kelly Bryant – Photo by Mike Comer/Getty Images

Coby White – Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports

Silent Sam – WNCN

Markelle Fultz – Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images

Steph Curry – Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images

Kareem Hunt – Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images

Ryan Lipton is the founder of The JR Report. For more news and The JR Report updates follow him on twitter @rytime98.

Tar Takes S2E7: LeBron + Lakers playoffs, Amari Cooper traded, UNC Basketball 3rd best ACC team?

October 27, 2018 by Ryan Lipton, posted in LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers, NBA, nfl, North Carolina Tar Heels, oakland raiders, sports, Tar Takes

On this week’s episode we discuss LeBron James and the Lakers, the latest trades in the NFL and the Tar Heel’s outlook for basketball season which is just right around the corner.

Tar Takes with Ryan Lipton and David Matlock is presented by The JR Report and Relevnt!

Lakers are off to a rough start, so you think they can still make the playoffs? If so what seed?

Thoughts on Big NFL trades and rumors: Amari Cooper to Cowboys, Apple to Saints, etc.

After a tough 40-37 loss to Syracuse, what should Tar Heel fans look for going forward as UNC football finishes out the season?

UNC ranked No. 8 in AP Poll Duke #4, Virginia: Are the Tar Heels the third best team in the ACC?

Zion Williamson scored 29 points and 6 rebounds in an exhibition game: Should UNC fans be worried about Zion’s performance?

Photo Credit:

LeBron James – Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times

Amari Cooper – Getty Images

Syracuse UNC – Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Theo Pinson – Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

Zion Williamson – Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

Tar Takes: UNC vs. Pitt, Tar Heels basketball recruiting going well, Trubisky not looking good on Bears

September 19, 2018 by Ryan Lipton, posted in nfl, North Carolina Tar Heels, sports, Tar Takes

Catch up on all the recent news surrounding the North Carolina Tar Heels after Hurricane Florence. We catch you up on the cancellation of UNC’s game against UCF, look ahead to their game against the Pittsburgh Panthers, debrief Chicago Bears QB Mitch Trubisky’s start to the NFL season, and look at some recruiting news for Roy Williams and his Tar Heels.

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Tar Takes S2E3: UNC vs. Pitt, UNC recruiting going well, Trubisky not looking good on Bears

Should the Tar Heels be happy the game vs. UCF was canceled?

UNC (+3) vs. Pittsburgh: What is one thing you are watching for during the game?

UNC in the NFL: What is your takeaway of the Bears and Mitchell Trubisky?

UNC Basketball Uniform Top’s Sports Illustrated List: What are your thoughts on the list?

UNC Basketball: Recruiting efforts finally taking an upward trend. Is UNC back to its national prominence?

Photo Credit:

UCF Football: John Raoux/AP Photo

UNC vs. Pitt: Justin K. Aller/Getty Images

Chicago Bears QB Mitch Trubisky: Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images

UNC G Kenny Williams: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Roy Williams: Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images

Ryan Lipton is the founder of The JR Report. For more news and The JR Report updates follow him on twitter @rytime98.

Tar Takes: Should Raider Nation be worried about home-field advantage in Las Vegas?

June 11, 2018June 11, 2018 by Ryan Lipton, posted in nfl, oakland raiders, sports, Tar Takes

Oakland Raiders’ future Las Vegas Stadium photo via MANICA Architecture

After seeing many Washington Capitals fans fill the Las Vegas Golden Knight’s arena during Game 5 of the NHL Stanley Cup Final, should the Oakland Raiders and Mark Davis be worried about keeping a special home-field advantage in Las Vegas once the Raiders move there in a few seasons.

This podcast expands on an article originally written on SB Nation’s Silver and Black Pride here.

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Should Raider Nation be worried about home-field advantage in Las Vegas?

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2018 NBA Finals Takeaways: LeBron’s hand injury and effort, pending free agency

Why the LeBron James vs. Michael Jordan debate is too premature

Have the Golden State Warriors been lucky on their past 4 trips to the NBA Finals?

Is Chris Paul underappreciated/most unlucky player of all time?

Who is your NBA rookie of the year?

Who is your NBA coach of the year?

Is Atlanta Falcons QB Matt Ryan deserving of his new contract?

Ryan Lipton is the founder of The JR Report. For more news and The JR Report updates follow him on twitter @rytime98.

Tar Takes 5.6.18: NBA rookie/coach of the year, Matt Ryan contract, Duke lands another 5 star

May 6, 2018May 30, 2018 by Ryan Lipton, posted in College Basketball, NBA, nfl, sports, Tar Takes

Ben Simmons and Donovan Mitchell – Bill Streicher, USA Today Sports

Watch the fourth Tar Takes broadcast with Ryan Lipton and David Matlock below! Tar Takes is presented by The JR Report and the brand new app Relevnt!

We discuss the latest in the sports world with debate segments of the hottest NBA/NFL topics of the week as well as the North Carolina Tar Heels.

Today, we take a debate the following topics! (Click on links for segments)

Who is your NBA rookie of the year?

Who is your NBA coach of the year?

Is Atlanta Falcons QB Matt Ryan deserving of his new contract?

Duke lands another 5-star recruit, should Tar Heel fans be worried?

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Tar Takes 4.29.18: NBA Playoffs, Raiders/Falcons 2018 NFL draft recap

Is Patrick Reed’s brother-in-law commenting on Tar Takes?

Ryan Lipton is the founder of The JR Report. For more news and The JR Report updates follow him on twitter @rytime98.

Tar Takes 4.29.18: NBA Playoffs, LeBron, Raiders, Falcons 2018 NFL draft recap

April 30, 2018May 30, 2018 by Ryan Lipton, posted in LeBron James, NBA, nfl, North Carolina Tar Heels, oakland raiders, sports, Tar Takes

LeBron James, Lance Stephenson – Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images

Watch the third Tar Takes broadcast with Ryan Lipton and David Matlock below! Tar Takes is presented by The JR Report and the brand new app Relevnt!

We discuss the latest in the sports world with debate segments of the hottest NBA/NFL topics of the week as well as the North Carolina Tar Heels.

Today, we take a debate the following topics! (Click on links for segments)

NBA
- What’s your takeaway from the Indiana Pacers, Cleveland Cavaliers Game 7?
- Can anyone contend with the Houston Rockets or Golden State Warriors?
- Quick Picks: NBA’s conference semi-finals matchups
  - Houston Rockets vs. Utah Jazz
  - Golden State Warriors vs. New Orleans Pelicans
  - Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers
  - Toronto Raptors vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
NFL
- How did your team do in the 2018 NFL draft?
  - Oakland Raiders
  - Atlanta Falcons
- 2018 NFL draft: Biggest losers, winners
North Carolina Tar Heels
- Should UNC fans be worried about the lack of Tar Heels taken in the 2018 NFL draft?
David Matlock’s Take of the Day
- What now Steve Starkisian?

Ryan Lipton is the founder of The JR Report. For more news and The JR Report updates follow him on twitter @rytime98.

Tar Takes: Are the Oakland Raiders’ 2018 NFL draft grades too harsh?

April 29, 2018May 30, 2018 by Ryan Lipton, posted in nfl, oakland raiders, sports, Tar Takes

Oakland Raiders’ OT Kolton Miller, Jon Gruden and Reggie McKenzie (Photo via Ben Margot/AP Photo)

After Jon Gruden executed a 2018 NFL draft with many high-risk, high-reward selections, are the draft grades from the media too harsh?

Tar Takes breaks it down.

Ryan Lipton is a paid contributor for SB Nation’s Silver and Black Pride and the founder at the JR Report.

Tune Monday morning to see a full episode of Tar Takes where we break down the 2018 NFL draft, Game 7 of between the Indiana Pacers and the Cleveland Cavaliers and the rest of the 2018 NBA playoffs.