Is LeBron Headed to Dallas? Norm Breaks Down the Possibility 🏀🔥

Could King James really leave L.A. for Big D? Norm Hitzges dives head-first into the LeBron rumor mill—and he’s not pulling any punches. In this episode of Just Wondering, Norm lays out the case for why the Dallas Mavericks might just be the next stop in LeBron’s legendary career.

From the Lakers’ offseason chaos to the Mavericks' surprisingly spicy lineup potential, Norm dishes out analysis, hypotheticals, and a few sharp jabs at front office logic. Whether you're a Mavs faithful dreaming big or a LeBron skeptic side-eyeing the trade rumors, this one’s for you.

You’ll get deep insight into roster moves, salary cap crunches, and whether LeBron’s final chapter could include some Texas-sized drama. Oh, and spoiler: Norm has some thoughts about Bronny, too.

Hit play, subscribe, and don’t miss what might be the most entertaining (and eyebrow-raising) LeBron episode this offseason. 🏀💭

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📍Chapters:

0:00 – Intro & sponsor shoutout

1:21 – Why LeBron may want out of L.A.

3:01 – Roster shakeups: Ayton in, Finney-Smith out

4:43 – Teams that could realistically land LeBron

5:37 – Why Dallas might actually make sense

7:06 – What a trade package would look like

9:17 – Imagining a LeBron-led Mavs lineup

11:23 – Final thoughts on the situation

12:20 – Closing it out with a wink and a nod

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Can the Cowboys afford greatness—or are they about to break the bank and the roster? 💰🏈

In this deeply moving and sharp-edged episode of Just Wondering, Norm Hitzges pulls no punches. From the looming salary cap chaos facing the Dallas Cowboys (Micah Parsons and Dak Prescott are about to get paid) to a heartfelt reflection on tragedy in Texas' Hill Country, this episode balances sports talk with the human side of life.

Norm, joined by Mary Hitzges, doesn’t just break down NFL logistics—he unpacks what it means when real life hits harder than any linebacker. As the community reels from historic flooding, Norm opens up about personal loss and the importance of compassion in times of crisis. He also pays tribute to Sir Gordon Jago, a giant in the world of soccer whose legacy lives on through both the Dallas Cup and the countless lives he touched.

You’ll laugh, you’ll learn, and you might even tear up—this one’s got heart, smarts, and all the reasons why Just Wondering continues to be one of the most thoughtful sports podcasts around.

📌 Chapters
00:00 – Cowboys Cap Woes & Texas Flooding Overview
02:11 – Micah, Dak & The Salary Cap Crunch
08:45 – A Hall of Fame Steak at Bob’s
09:24 – Hill Country Floods: Grief, Loss & Support for Pat Green
11:49 – Remembering Sir Gordon Jago: A Quiet Legend
13:13 – Why We Wonder: Heart, Sports & Humanity

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Texas Rangers trade deadline drama? Norm Hitzges breaks down the team's batting struggles, pitching puzzle, and whether it’s time to rebuild or double down on a playoff push.** ⚾️📉

In this episode of Just Wondering, Norm dives headfirst into the offensive woes of the Texas Rangers—with batting averages dropping, big names slumping, and the trade deadline looming large. Is it time to hit the panic button, or can the team still claw its way into a wild card spot?

From shaky sluggers to flashes of pitching brilliance, Norm dissects what’s working (barely) and what’s not. He lays out the real questions facing Rangers’ management—and why blowing it all up might be a little premature.

Toss in some solid baseball strategy, sharp stats, and Norm’s no-nonsense perspective, and you’ve got a must-listen for every DFW baseball fan trying to make sense of this rollercoaster season.

🎧 Subscribe now for more sports sanity in a sea of hot takes.

📌 Chapters

00:00 – Rangers' Offensive Struggles & Retirement Planning Banter

02:14 – Slumping Stats: Injuries & Batting Woes Take Center Field

05:08 – The Trade Deadline Dilemma: Fix or Rebuild?

06:31 – Should the Rangers Blow It Up or Run It Back?

09:02 – A Quick Bite: Bob’s Steakhouse & Dallas Traditions

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Jake Paul is punching his way through boxing history—just don’t ask if it’s legit. 🥊💸

In this episode of Just Wondering, longtime sports voice Norm Hitzges takes aim at the wild world of YouTube boxing, celebrity matchups, and the hype machine that somehow made Jake Paul the 14th-ranked cruiserweight in the world.

Norm dives deep into Paul’s latest matchup against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., peeling back the layers of spectacle, strategy, and pure chaos that define modern-day boxing. Is this the future of the sport—or just nostalgia in gloves and a pay-per-view price tag?

👀 From Chavez’s post-fight legal mess to Jake’s carefully curated list of over-the-hill opponents, this episode delivers a knockout combo of sports critique, media commentary, and good old-fashioned Norm wit.

Expect hot takes on:

Jake Paul’s rise from influencer to ring-walking millionaire

The fine art of picking your opponents (hint: go old)

Why nostalgia sells—even if the punches don’t land

The bizarre blurring of sport, entertainment, and YouTube clout

Whether you're a fight fan, a sports traditionalist, or just love a spicy rant about modern media madness, this episode pulls no punches.

🧠 Subscribe for more sharp sports insight, curious commentary, and the kind of episodes that make you say, “Did he really just say that?”

📌 Chapters

00:00 – Can we stop pretending Jake Paul is good for boxing?

01:05 – From influencer to fighter: Paul's path paved in $$$

02:17 – Chavez Jr. falls to Paul… again

03:13 – Chavez’s weight gain, rehab, and arrest aftermath

04:12 – The playbook: fighting fading legends

05:09 – Paul’s suspiciously speedy climb in boxing rankings

06:45 – Chavez’s legal issues and deportation risk

07:33 – Are fans part of the problem? Paying for garbage

09:30 – Wrapping up with Norm’s take on today’s fight game

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🎉 BIG NEWS, folks! 🎙️

The legendary Norm Hitzges has officially found his new home—The Sunset Lounge! 🌅 And with him comes that unmistakable voice, endless stories, and the podcast you’ve come to love: Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges.

In his debut episode from the Lounge, Norm kicks things off in style with fellow Texas radio icon Mike Rhyner—a.k.a. The Old Gray Wolf. The two dive into everything from Rhyner’s groundbreaking run at The Ticket to his passion for baseball, music, and a surprise brush with John Hinckley Jr. (Yeah, that happened.)

🎙️ It’s a little sports, a little music, a lot of radio nostalgia—and a whole lot of Norm.

📍Just Wondering is now streaming from The Sunset Lounge—where storytelling lives loud and local.

Hit play, subscribe, and welcome Norm to his new stage.

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