The Herd with Colin Cowherd Colin Cowherd Podcast - Bam Adebayo’s 83 Point Game, LeBron + Luka Doesn’t Work, Bears Win Total, Best American Actor?
Mar 12, 2026
Danny Parkins, FS1 radio host and blunt commentator, joins the conversation. They debate Bam Adebayo’s controversial 83-point finish and whether the final possessions felt manufactured. They unpack why LeBron and Luka are not clicking on the court. They weigh the Bears’ 9.5 win total and argue over who’s the best American actor.
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Stock Market Hides Everyday Economic Pain
- Danny Parkins argues stock market gains don't reflect broad economic health because concentrated big-cap gains mask everyday expenses.
- He points to groceries and housing costs as better personal indicators of strain for typical households.
Housing Lottery Eases Individual Burden
- Danny gives a New York housing example of a young worker winning a subsidized one-bedroom at $2,300 with amenities, calling it a 'housing lottery' relief.
- He uses this to show how localized wins can mask broader affordability problems.
Style Shapes How Records Are Received
- Colin says fan reaction to Bam Adebayo's 83-point game is driven by style and image, not just numbers.
- He argues Ja Morant or flashier players would receive more praise because aesthetics shape acceptance.