The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of The Herd
Mar 24, 2026
Nick Wright, sports TV commentator known for debate-style analysis, joins to hash out the Luka Doncic vs Victor Wembanyama MVP debate. They also dissect Fernando Mendoza as top QB draft prospect and weigh concerns about Darryn Peterson’s draft stock. Conversation covers the Lakers’ late-season streak, matchup worries versus physical teams, and what Travis Kelce’s return means for the Chiefs.
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Fernando Mendoza Is The Safer No.1 QB Prospect
- Fernando Mendoza is the safer NFL No.1 QB prospect due to experience and accuracy.
- Mendoza had 35 college starts and nearly 75% completion over his last six starts, while Ty Simpson regressed in his final games with only ~60% completion and more turnovers.
Be Skeptical Of Late Season NBA Winning Streaks
- Late regular-season NBA winning streaks are often misleading because of tanking and resting stars.
- Colin cites last year's late eight-game streaks (Milwaukee, Lakers) that didn't translate to playoff success as evidence to be cautious about nine-game runs.
Pistons Gave A Blueprint To Beat The Lakers
- The Detroit Pistons exposed a stylistic blueprint that challenges the Lakers: physical, ugly half-court play.
- Pistons (4-0 vs Lakers last two years) hunted Luka and made the Lakers uncomfortable by forcing rough, non-aesthetic basketball.