On this episode of The Early Bird Podcast, host Andrew Garrison previews the trip to Paris that will be taken by the Indiana Pacers, as they prepare for a pair of games against the San Antonio Spurs. Next, the conversation turns to college basketball, as Purdue and IU both get set for important home games this weekend, after suffering disappointing losses during the week. Then, Andrew looks ahead to the fall, and previews the home and away opponents for the Indianapolis Colts. The show then wraps up with a preview and prediction for the AFC and NFC Championship games. It's a pivotal time to be a fan of sports in the state of Indiana, and The Early Bird Podcast is here to explain exactly why.