Hawaii Sports Radio Network

Happy Thursday, beautiful people! After Hawaii News Now's official announcement of a four-year media rights deal with the University of Hawai'i, Ku & Paul break down the details and what they're still curious about in the new era of UH sports coverage.

We head east to talk about news of an extension for St. Louis alum and current Steelers pass rusher Nick Herbig, seeing the boy from Kaua'i sign a four-year, 100-million dollar contract extension with Pittsburgh. 

Hour 2 leads off with Ku giving Paul the runway to celebrate his Knicks taking Game 1 of the NBA Finals after Jalen Brunson dropped 30 points to help New York steal home court.

The duo dissects what led the Knicks to the win, how the Spurs could play better and Paul lets out some frustration about the fan that ran onto the court to take a picture with Victor Wembenyama. 

The day wraps up with updates about the new media rights deal between UH & Hawaii News Now along with the continued wait for the new women's volleyball coach.

Happy Wednesday, beautiful people! Ku & Paul open the day discussing nerves about the 2026 NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs before diving into an article that ranked the athletic departments in the new-look Mountain West & where Hawai'i fell amongst peers.

We hear from a few Campbell High School football standouts, including Hawai'i commit Shaison Kupukaa and uncommitted top recruit Isaiah Chong, ahead of the Sabers' quest to repeat as state champions.

Hour 2 kicks off with news about the 2026 edition of the Hawaii Bowl with a change in kickoff time & an additional game being played before it on Christmas Eve.

We trickle to the continent as the conversation cruises to Las Vegas, talking about the rapid rise from gambling hotbed to sports & entertainment capital of the world. 

The day wraps up talking more Knicks as Ku & Paul discuss some of the celebrity fans that have made the orange & blue team a massive part of their personality along with some of the changes in James Dolan over the past half decade.

Happy Tuesday & NBA Finals Eve, beautiful people! Ku & Paul spend the first half of the opening hour diving into a preview of the 2026 NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs, going through some of their favorite stats for each team ahead of the title series.

The full basketball power hour continues by bringing the conversation back home after 1st-year head coach Khalilah Mitchell filled out her inaugural staff with a trio of hoop heads & the duo gives their takes on the newest additions to the Rainbow Wahine bench.

Hour 2 keeps the local conversation going after the Big West social media team released a few graphics highlighting the success of programs throughout the conference this past year, giving Ku & Paul another chance to gush about the dream year that was for UH.

Paul mind controls Ku into switching back to talking about the Knicks, discussing longtime fan and legendary broadcaster Mike Breen getting the opportunity of a lifetime to see his favorite team play as he calls his 21st straight NBA Finals.

The day wraps up with the pair giving their top 5 Disney/Pixar movies, leading to a deep dive into the full catalog of live-action films and animated movies.

Happy Aloha Monday, beautiful people! Ku & Paul kick off June reacting to the big breaking news out of the NFL after Myles Garrett got sent across the country in a blockbuster deal between the Browns and Rams.

We continue talking NFL news with June 1 moves beginning to trickle in before shifting gears back to the islands to discuss an article from the Star-Advertiser regarding the University of Hawai'i committing to $5 million for student-athlete deals in 2026-27 & frustrations with local in-fighting on fundraising.

You can catch the recording of this episode on our YouTube channel, Hawaii Sports Radio Network.

Ku & Paul keep the fun going into Hour 2 as we dive into the 80 players nominated for the Class of 2027 for the NFF College Football Hall of Fame, making the case for Punahou legend and former Notre Dame star Manti Te'o to join the prestigious group of football icons.

The duo discusses a text-in question about Major League Baseball and if the Dodgers' spending is actually good for the the league as collective bargaining agreement (CBA) negotiations kick off between the Players Union and the league.

You can catch the recording of this episode on our Youtube channel, Hawaii Sports Radio Network.

The Rivals breakdown the Spurs 7 game victory over OKC and preview the much anticipated match up against the New York Knicks! Can the Knicks win a title for the first time in 53 years? Plus, Myles Garrett traded to the LA Rams!  WHAT?  

Happy Thursday, beautiful people! After opening the day detailing their favorite burger makings, Ku & Paul preview the NCAA Track & Field opening round for four UH athletes participating this weekend.

We also chat about the latest in New Aloha Stadium project news before looking at the economic impact of Paul’s Knicks making the Finals & the boost from starved New York fans.