
In this week's episode, the fellas talk about the changing game in the NBA, and how much more light is being shown on the favorable/unfavorable whistles players receive, based on the name on the back of the jersey.


Buckle up and hit Route 9 Roundtable , where New Jersey’s own Steven Siebel , Dom Salot , and Lionel Smelyanskiy break down everything in the world of sports — from the biggest national headlines to local Jersey storylines. Each week, the crew brings sharp takes, heated debates, and plenty of laughs as they cover the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, college sports, and everything in between. Whether it’s breaking down game-winning plays, calling out bad coaching, or celebrating underdog stories, Route 9 Roundtable is your stop for authentic sports talk with that signature Garden State edge.
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Recent episodes include "The Issue of the "Superstar Whistle" in the NBA" (8 May 2026, 26 minutes), "Round 1 Reactions NBA & NHL" (4 May 2026, 26 minutes), and "Wolverines Win It All, Playoff Races Heat Up & Masters Picks" (8 April 2026, 46 minutes).
Route 9 Roundtable publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 40 minutes across 21 episodes.
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In this week's episode, the fellas talk about the changing game in the NBA, and how much more light is being shown on the favorable/unfavorable whistles players receive, based on the name on the back of the jersey.

Episode #20
In this week's episode, marking our 20th episode... The fellas dissect the first round of the NBA & NHL playoffs, recapping Knicks defensive struggles, the Rockets & Pistons trying to save their fate in R1, and the...

In Episode 19, the crew reacts to the Michigan Wolverines capturing the national title and what it means for the program moving forward. We break down the tightening NHL playoff race, debate who truly deserves the title...

In Episode 18 of Route 9 Roundtable , we dive into the biggest storylines heading into the NCAA Final Four, breaking down the marquee matchups of Illinois v Uconn & Michigan v Arizona We also take a closer look at...

Episode #17
Welcome back everybody! In this week's episode of the Route 9 Roundtable, the fellas are back at full strength, as we recap an electric first weekend of March Madness before breaking down the upcoming Sweet 16/Elite 8...

Episode #16
In this week's episode of the Route 9 Roundtable, Lionel and Steven break down the 2026 NCAA Tournament bracket: Favorable Draws, Cinderella Stories, Final 4, National Champions and so much more. Wrapping up, the fellas...

Episode #15
In this week's episode of everyone's favorite podcast, NFL never stops being relevant, as free agents have begun to sign contracts for the upcoming 26-27 season, as well as trades flying around. We then flip gears to...

Episode #14
Welcome Back! After a week off, the fellas return ready to breakdown the World Baseball Classic, and CBB Conference Tournaments with March Madness right around the corner.

Episode #13
In this week's episode of the Route 9 Roundtable, the fellas take their own all star break, and play some fun games. Blind Drafts, and Guess the College take center stage with most sports on the backburner.

After a slow, defensive Super Bowl 60, we turn our attention to the quarterbacks, and where Sam Darnold ranks in the NFC RIGHT NOW. Olympic Hockey as well as tanking in the NBA on the agenda as well in the 12th episode...

Episode #11
Before the biggest game of the calendar year, the fellas break it down, covering QB play, two stingy, electrifying defenses, and X factors heading into Super Bowl 60.

In this week's episode, the fellas' debate who is in more emotional turmoil, Giants fans watching Saquon win the Super Bowl or Vikings fans seeing Sam Darnold lead Seattle to the Super Bowl. Finishing up, Mike McCarthy...

In the longest Route 9 Roundtable to date, the fellas discuss the 16-0 National Championship Season put together by Curt Cignetti and Fernando Mendoza, the fallout for two premier quarterbacks in the AFC, Josh Allen and...

In this week's episode of the Route 9 Roundtable: Steven, Dom, and Lionel dissect the weekend of playoff football featuring two CFP semifinal games and six NFL playoff games. The fellas then go to the diamond, for the...

The trio returns, following an electric weekend of football. The Miami Hurricanes, Trinidad Chambliss, and drama in Baltimore following Game 272 of the Regular Season.

Down a man, Lionel and Dom take the reins in today's episode of the Route 9 Roundtable. The two fellas break down the NYE & NYD CFP matchups, as well as a big slate in Week 18 NFL, headlined by Steelers/Ravens as the...

Episode #5
On this week's episode of the Route 9 Roundtable, the guys return to discuss the incredible altercation between Steelers WR DK Metcalf and a Detroit Lions fan, before jumping into the CFP Round 1 Results, and preview a...

Welcome back everyone! Episode 4 of the Route 9 Roundtable, features "Lionel's Weekly Hall of Fame", Sherrone Moore's firing at the University of Michigan, College Football Playoff Predictions, and finishes up with...

In this week's episode of the Route 9 Roundtable, the guys react to the fallout from the CFP rankings, most specifically leaving out Notre Dame. Followed up by MLB Free Agency, and the future of Giannis Antetokounmpo in...

Episode #2
Welcome back to the Route 9 Roundtable. Steven, Dom, and Lionel are back again, as this week they breakdown the week 13 NFL games, as well as preview the upcoming week 14 slate. Then, switching gears, we head to Baton...
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