# Hour 3: Fanta Slams LeBron Wait Cynics as "Buffoonery" with Nick and JP

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Podcast: [Afternoon Drive on The Fan](https://stenobird.com/podcast/afternoon-drive-on-the-fan-200563)
Published: 2026-07-22T22:46:24+00:00
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## Resource

John Fanta joins Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin in studio on Afternoon Drive to challenge the narrative that the lengthy wait for LeBron James' decision diminishes its impact. They debate the Cleveland Cavaliers' championship odds with and without the superstar while assessing the "entitlement" felt by some fans. Additionally, Fanta breaks down the Cleveland Guardians' playoff potential as José Ramírez returns to a revamped lineup.

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