# Mike Wickett: Why Do We Demonize NBA Players for Ring Chasing?

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Podcast: [Westwood One Sports Night](https://stenobird.com/podcast/westwood-one-sports-night-7632994)
Published: 2026-07-27T03:11:00+00:00
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## Resource

Mike Wickett breaks down the three biggest questions he has about the LA Rams, some potential concerns with Patrick Mahomes, tries to understand why people demonize NBA players for ring chasing more than any other sport, reacts to Diego Pavia being released before he ever got to Ravens training camp, and Mark Farzetta, of the Locked on Sixers Podcast, joins the show to detail the vibes in Philly after LeBron's decision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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