Bob Ryan & Jeff Goodman NBA Podcast

Bob Ryan alongside Gary Tanguay celebrate the life and career of the great Bill Russell 0:35: Celebrating the life & career of Bill Russell 1:20: The day Bob Ryan met Bill Russell 5:16: When Gary interviewed Russell 10:00: Who Bill Russell was as an NBA player 16:30: Boston Globe reprinted Bob's Russell story from 1999 20:00: Russell & Wilt Chamberlain after the "Balloon Game" 24:45: What Bill Russell stood for off the basketball court 28:22: Bill Russell's first number retirement ceremony 33:34: Red Auerbach & Bill Russell's relationship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff weigh the pros and cons on the Celtics possibly trading Jaylen Brown for Kevin Durant & discuss Boston's best way to move forward in light of this week's report 0:55: Jaylen Brown, Marcus Smart & picks for Kevin Durant? 2:10: Why trading for Durant isn't about Jaylen Brown 7:35: Durant first-round performance against the Celtics 11:10: Did anyone think Jaylen would be this good? 13:30: Do we overrate the 2021-22 Celtics? 16:39: What does Ime Udoka think about Kevin Durant for Jaylen Brown? 20:20: Would Brad Stevens actually pull the trigger on moving Jaylen for Durant? 26:11: Jeff's exciting news from the Peach Jam in Georgia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Gary react to LeBron James' comments about the city of Boston and his appearance in the Drew League. Also, Steph Curry hosted the 2022 ESPYs & had plenty to say about the Celtics 0:43: LeBron James: 'Boston is racist as f***' 6:00: Kendrick Perkins responds to LeBron 10:45: LeBron's motive for playing in the Drew League 13:26: Are you rooting for James Harden? 17:27: Steph Curry hosting the ESPYs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Robb of Masslive.com joins Gary from Las Vegas to discuss the latest on Kevin Durant's trade market & the Celtics offseason moves 1:08: Where will Kevin Durant land? 3:12: Would you trade for Durant? 9:37: Brad Stevens is a great GM 12:27: Why Jaylen Brown needs to improve 14:06: Was Jayson Tatum hurt in the NBA Finals? 16:10: Grading Danny Ainge's Rudy Gobert trade 17:31: Is James Harden done as a superstar? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff react to the latest on Kevin Durant & Kyrie Irving's status with the Brooklyn Nets & the moves made by Brad Stevens and the Celtics in the NBA's early offseason. 1:06: Latest on Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving 7:23: Jeff's take on Celtics acquiring Malcolm Brogdon & Danilo Gallinari + Durant trade 11:32: What Brogdon & Gallinari add to Boston 12:42: Is Brad Stevens a great GM? 18:07: Timberwolves add Rudy Gobert, Jazz get a ton of draft picks 23:30: Chet Holmgren's historic Summer League debut Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyrie Irving opts into the final year of his contract, what does it mean for the Brooklyn Nets? Also, is Jaylen Brown upset over his name being mentioned in Celtics trade rumors? Bob & Jeff discuss. 1:00 Kyrie Irving to opt into the final year of $37M deal w/ Nets 8:00 Should Knicks pay Jalen Brunson a 4-year, $110M deal? 13:04 John Wall to Clippers; Does he have anything left? 17:26 Is Jaylen Brown being disrespected? 24:22 Marcus Smart HATES losing, talks critics saying Celtics need a PG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff recap the NBA Draft, which teams came up big, and which teams made mistakes? Also, how should the Celtics approach their offseason? 1:10 Paolo Banchero goes to Magic at #1 6:03 Chet Holmgren goes to OKC #2 7:16 Goodman: Sam Presti and OKC had a bad draft 9:02 Jabari Smith goes to Rockets at #3 10:41 Bob Likes Mark Williams 11:00 New York Knick Draft 13:46 Detroit Pistons Draft: Jaden Ivey, Jalen Duren 15:20 ESPN's Draft Coverage... 17:02 Will Kevin Durant leave the Nets? + Kyrie Irving's contract 22:24 Celtics Draft JD Davison at 53 Overall 24:00 How can Celtics tweak roster: Brogdon, Hield, or Huerter? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff breakdown the 2022 NBA Finals, including Steph Curry's legacy after capturing his fourth title, first MVP & what's next for Boston? How will the Celtics improve during the offseason? 1:00 Warriors Win NBA Title, Defeat Celtics in Game 6 3:42 Marcus Smart's Finals performance 8:10 Celtics lost to the better team 10:35 Steph Curry wins finals MVP 11:40 Jayson Tatum falls short 14:13 Celtics turnaround this year 15:54 Warriors Core 3 + Impact of Draymond Green 19:32 How can Jayson Tatum & Jaylen Brown improve? 22:17 How can the Celtics improve? 26:14 Eastern Conference landscape next season 29:10 Jayson Tatum goes out sad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do the Celtics have enough to crawl out of a 3-2 deficit against the Warriors in the NBA Finals? Plus, Jayson Tatum struggles in the fourth quarter; what's the root of the issue, and if the Warriors close it out, what's it say about Steph Curry? 0:52: On the brink of elimination, have the Celtics lost their soul? 2:42: The Andrew Wiggins impact 7:27: If Steph Curry wins, where does he rank among the greats? 10:26: The difference between Steph Curry's greatness & influence 15:13: The most amazing fast-break Bob Ryan's ever seen 16:20: BOL 17:30: Is Jayson Tatum hurt? 23:15: Can Tatum's teammates help him get easier baskets? 26:00: Will Brad Stevens help keep the Celtics competitive in the East/could this be Boston's best chance at winning a championship for a while? 29:42: Marcus Smart's Game 5 postgame comments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Should the Celtics pull off beating the Warriors & capturing their first NBA title in 12 years? 0:00: Celtics vs Warriors NBA Finals Preview 6:04: Ime Udoka's impact on this team 10:50: Can C's be consistent? 15:20: Best player: Jayson Tatum or Steph Curry 20:08: Finals X-Factors 23:40: Jeff's Draymond Green story 27:18: Home court advantage 31:48: Series Predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will the Celtics be able to beat the Heat in Game 6, or is this series destined to go 7? Also, is the future bright for Luka Doncic & the Mavs? We discuss how much work awaits Dallas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where's your confidence stand in the Celtics' chances of winning the ECF against Jimmy Butler & the Heat? Also, can Luka Doncic & the Mavs come back against Steph Curry & the Warriors? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can the Celtics force Game 7 against the Bucks & how do we feel about Nikola Jokic winning MVP? 1:29: This series could be over for the Celtics 4:10: What's most frustrating about Bobby Portis' offensive rebound 8:34: Did Marcus Smart do the right thing on the crucial play in Game 5? 10:14: If the Celtics lose Game 6, fans should still be happy with the way the season went 14:52: Giannis & the Bucks made championship-driven plays that may define the series 20:24: Nikola Jokic wins MVP 24:22: RIP Bob Lanier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can the Celtics sustain their success from Game 2 against the Bucks? We discuss. Also, can Ja Morant lead the Grizzlies to take down the Warriors? 1:30: Bob & Jeff's immediate reactions to Celtics beating the Bucks in Game 2 3:15: Did Grant Williams really shut down Giannis Antetokounmpo? 8:10: Jaylen Brown's crazy first half in Game 2 11:13: Will the Celtics pull off the series or is it still a toss-up against the Bucks? 15:25: Ja Morant drops 47 points 17:10: Does Luka have enough around him to beat the Suns? 19:40: Dillon Brooks' injury to Warriors' Gary Payton Jr. 24:29: What's the best NBA Finals matchup? 31:50: Chris Paul's brilliance 36:40: Bob's take on HBO's "Winning Time" show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff discuss how Jayson Tatum & the Celtics swept Kevin Durant & the Nets but do the C's have enough to win it all? Also, what's next for Brooklyn? And can Doc Rivers pull it off with the Sixers? We discuss 1:25: An apology to the Celtics 4:30: Celtics sweep Nets + Boston's fourth-quarter execution 8:10: Can the Celtics go all the way? 11:08: Why Bucks playing without Khris Middleton is a tremendous loss 13:15: What's been the secret to Ime Udoka's success with the Celtics? 16:48: So much of Jayson Tatum's progression is a reflection of who's around him 17:51: Doc Rivers pull off a win for the Sixers' first-round series?/Toronto's momentum 21:55: Grizzlies' dramatic Game 5 finish against the Timberwolves 24:55: Is Tatum in the Top-5? 27:51: Will postseason injuries pave the way for a potential championship run for the Celtics? 32:00: Is Steve Nash out as head coach of Brooklyn? 36:39: Jerry West's depiction in HBO's "Winning Time" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff recap Kyrie Irving's ongoing feud with Celtics fans & why Marcus Smart won the 2021-22 Defensive Player of the Year award 1:34: Celtics vs Nets Game 1 Recap 6:09: Marcus Smart wins Defensive Player of the Year 8:44: Ime Udoka changed the Celtics' mindset 15:21: Kyrie Irving Flips off Boston Fans + Says Vulgar Language 21:46: 76ers vs Raptors Series; Tyrese Maxey>James Harden?? 26:13: Steph Curry is 'back' & The Rise Of Jordan Poole 31:22: How many NBA teams are REAL title contenders? 34:31 Mavs' Jalen Brunson has 41-Point Game 2 vs Jazz 37:20 Anthony Edwards impacting winning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Could Ben Simmons make an immediate impact on the Nets? We discuss. Also, what's next for the Lakers & who will be their next head coach? 1:30: NBA Play-in tournament; Is the format good? 5:46: Did the pandemic force the NBA to change its playoff format? 12:05: Can the Brooklyn Nets run the table? 19:56: Will James Harden redeem himself with the 76ers? 21:51: Bucks still the favorite in the East? 22:50: Grizzlies & Warriors' title chances 25:42: Lebron misses playoffs again + Lakers Future 29:23: LA Lakers FIRE Frank Vogel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff recap the NCAA Tournament, including Duke & Coach K in the Final Four & recap the Lakers' disappointing regular season 1:49: Recapping the NCAA tournament; Kansas wins it all 9:20: North Carolina's Run & Hubert Davis' first year as head coach 13:00: Duke vs UNC + Coach K's final run ends in the Final Four 25:23: Lakers eliminated from playoff contention + LeBron's age 31:00: Nets looming over the Eastern Conference 37:00: Storytime with Bob Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff breakdown the NCAA tournament, including their Final Four picks, and could John Calipari be heading to the NBA? We discuss 1:24: Grading the tournament so far 3:36: St. Peters Goes Down vs Carolina 4:13: Duke vs Carolina 6:17: Villanova's Justin Moore tears Achilles 9:04: Kansas vs Villanova 10:10: Gonzaga goes down, Bob unsure about Chet Holmgren 12:03: Coach K and Duke enter the spotlight 16:33: Evaluating Kentucky Head Coach John Calipari, Could he go to NBA? 22:32: Final Four Picks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Gary recap Coach K's Duke run & the NCAA tournament. Also, are the Celtics destined to take over the East? 1:42: Coach K's final run 4:58: Did Coach K miss out by not coaching in the NBA? 11:50: Favorites to win the NCAA tournament 18:50: How deep will St. Peter's go? 22:49: Why Gary didn't expect the NCAA tournament to be this interesting 31:08: Officiating in the NCAA 33:46: Why Celtics are hovering over the #1 seed in the East 38:02: Are people still counting out the Nets & the Lakers? 40:00: Barring injuries, should the Celtics be a favorite to win the East? 44:42: Is losing Steph Curry for a couple of weeks going to cause problems for the Warriors seeding in the Western Conference? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Gary recap KG Night at TD Garden, which included a surprise appearance from Ray Allen. Is Ray next? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob, Jeff, and Gary discuss if the Boston Celtics can win it all. Plus, can the Brooklyn Nets turn around their season? And they react to Coach K's Cameron Farewell 1:21: Should Celtics fans have realistic championship hopes? 3:57: C's success starts with Marcus Smart 5:50: Jayson Tatum possesses a rare range of skill 11:04: Robert Williams changes Boston's ceiling 12:21: C's missing 1 piece + The Eastern Conference landscape 19:08: Can the Brooklyn Nets figure it out?/Kevin Durant's greatness 26:27: Russell Westbrook defends family; speak out about criticism 31:49: Spurs' Gregg Popovich ties Don Nelson for NBA career wins record 35:44: Coach K's Cameron farewell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob, Jeff, and Gary discuss how the James Harden and Joel Embiid duo has looked through two games & why Ja Morant could be the best show in Basketball, the final March for Coach K, and more 1:42: Early returns of James Harden w/76ers 3:47: How the Nets will look in the playoffs 7:56: Can the Suns suffice without Chris Paul? 9:38: Is Ja Morant the next Allen Iverson?14:20: Ja Morant vs Zion Williamson 17:38: Coach K's final run w/Duke 27:58: Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point game was 60 years ago Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob, Jeff, and Gary discuss Michigan head coach Juwan Howard's suspension due to his alteration with Wisconsin's Greg Gard. Also, will Lebron James play with Bronny within the next couple of years? 0:48: Juwan Howard suspended 3:00: Did Greg Gard "put hands" on Juwan Howard? 7:40: Is a five-game penalty too severe? 9:48: Has Bob ever seen anything like this before? 11:22: Greg Gard's punishment & suspensions 15:22: Bronny James' trajectory 19:12: Is LeBron James putting too much pressure on his son? 23:27: Chris Paul's injury 26:15: Will James Harden work with the 76ers? 30:15: How will Ben Simmons do with the Nets? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff reacts to the James Harde for Ben Simmons trade and how it will shake up the Eastern Conference. They also discuss the Celtics' current eight-game winning streak and the acquisition of Derrick White, and more. 1:29: James Harden for Ben Simmons; how does Goodman feel about this trade? 5:48: Did the Nets win this deal? 6:30: Which sleeper team do you like and which sleeper team do distrust in the East? 9:23: Can the Grizzlies upset a team in the West? 10:00: Goodman reacts to Derrick White to Boston trade 12:23: Could the Celtics contend to win the East? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Gary breakdown the James Harden & Ben Simmons deal between the 76ers and Nets, along with all of the other big NBA trades that went down ahead of Thursday's deadline 1:22: James Harden for Ben Simmons; how do you feel about this trade? 8:10: The Nets & Lakers downfalls 12:35: Bucks acquire Serge Ibaka & trade away Donte DiVencenzo 14:45: Pacers trade Sabonis to the Kings for Haliburton 15:58: Mavs trade Porzingis to Wizards for Dinwiddie 17:22: Final trade deadline thoughts & recap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Gary discuss how scary the 2021-22 Suns are this year but can they win it all? Plus, we grade Kyrie Irving's return, talk about what it means for the Nets, and guess whether or not the Sixers will trade Ben Simmons before the deadline 1:19: Why does Gary love the Suns and are they legit championship contenders? 2:50: Kyrie Irving's play with the Nets is stellar but can Brooklyn succeed this way? 5:38: When will the Sixers get something, anything for Ben Simmons? 9:30: Bob's John Havlicek story 17:56: The best gameday bars Bob went to on the road Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How will the Celtics address its roster concerns ahead of the NBA trade deadline? Also, did Grayson Allen deserve to be suspended? We discuss 0:30: Where was Bob Ryan? 4:25: Can the Bulls survive the injuries? 6:22: Did Grayson Allen deserve suspension for foul on Caruso? 10:12: Grayson Allen's reputation around the NBA 12:30: Nets assistant coach fined $10k for a deflected pass (David Vanterpool) 15:30: Issues with the Los Angeles Lakers & Is Frank Vogel good as gone? 17:57: Can a healthy Anthony Davis salvage the Lakers' season? 19:56: Best chemistry Bob has seen in an NBA team's first season together 23:48: Celtics' chemistry issues Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Kendrick Perkins' criticism towards Kevin Durant & James Harden valid? Also, could Frank Vogel's job be in jeopardy? The Lakers remain a .500 team and Russell Westbrook isn't helping. 0:38: Where is Bob Ryan? 1:22: Kendrick Perkins calls out Kevin Durant & James Harden 3:33: Are Nets better off without Kyrie Irving? 6:57: Is Frank Vogel in trouble with the Lakers? 10:53: Who would you rather have dinner with LeBron James or Michael Jordan 14:25: Which story is most surprising; the Cavs' run or Ja Morant and the Grizzlies 18:20: An update on Bob Ryan's whereabouts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is this the beginning of the Ja Morant era & with Klay Thompson back, are the Warriors destined to capture another NBA title? 1:16: Is the Ja Morant Era coming? 5:54: Luka Doncic or Ja Morant? 7:12: Does Klay Thompson make the Warriors unbeatable? 9:50: I still can't believe Kevin Durant left Golden State 14:02: NBA's ROY right now: Mobley, Green, or Cunningham? 23:04: Has LaMelo and Lonzo Ball exceeded expectations? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What will Kyrie Irving's comeback mean for the Nets, and are the Bulls & Grizzlies legitimate threats to their respective conferences? We discuss all of that, and more 1:26: Welcome back, Kyrie Irving 7:48: COVID's impact on the NBA 12:18: Are the Bulls & Grizzlies respectively legitimate playoff threats? 15:23: Do you believe in Zach Lavine? 20:44: Warriors or Suns? 23:28: Would you prefer Bucks vs Warriors or Nets vs Warriors NBA Finals? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How can the NBA do its best to recover from its players' missing games due to COVID-19 health & safety protocols? Also, Grizzlies' Ja Morant is on a tear; could he and Memphis make a difference in the Western Conference? 1:00 COVID's Impact on the NBA 4:38: Joe Johnson signing/Why the Celtics traded Johnson 20 years ago 6:46: How can the NBA change its Health & Safety Protocols 14:30: Grizzlies Beat Suns (only team to beat PHX & GS) 18:40: Ja Morant=Superstar + Who would you take over him to start a team? 24:30: New Lakers Show on HBO + Gary's Acting Career Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff react to Steph Curry breaking the NBA's career 3-point record, and Danny Ainge taking on a new role with the Utah Jazz 1:27: Reactions to Steph Curry breaking the all-time 3-point shooting record 6:38: Is Steph Curry still fun to cheer for? 11:10: Is Kevin Durant approaching Top-5 all-time territory? 15:28: The evolution of the 3-pointer in the NBA 20:40: Did Danny Ainge know he was going to Utah along before the news dropped? 23:42: Did Kyrie Irving ultimately spook Danny Ainge away? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob shares an extraordinary Larry Bird story; we debate where Kevin Durant belongs on the NBA all-time list & how good will the Warriors be when Klay Thompson returns? 1:40: Where will Kevin Durant rank all-time? 7:55: Steph Curry now showing how complete of a player he is 12:45: What we learned from Suns vs Warriors 15:13: What Klay Thompson will mean for the Warriors when he returns 16:05: Kemba Walker OUT of Knicks Rotation 19:53: #1 Ranked Purdue Boilermakers 24:40: Bob Ryan first member of Boston media to watch Larry Bird play Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steph Curry has been electric while the Suns' winning streak continues, could this be the beginning of a new rivalry and will they still be the two favorites to win the West? Also, what next for LeBron James & the Lakers? 1:20: How are Steph Curry and the Warriors back to being the best team in the NBA right now? 6:53: What can we expect from Klay Thompson? 9:15: Will we see a new rivalry; Warriors Vs. Suns, unfold after this week's big matchup? 12:45: The Lakers are no longer a factor in the Western Conference 18:06: What happens with John Wall and the Rockets? 24:09: Bob Ryan's funny Phoenix Suns story Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In response to Lebron James & Isaiah Stewarts' respective suspension, we react to the NBA's punishment. Also, find out why a popular pornstar is calling Lakers' Anthony Davis "soft". 1:33: LeBron James & Isaiah Stewart fight 5:20: Were the suspensions justified? 8:38: Will Isaiah Stewart ever live this down? 10:40: Does Stewart earn respect for coming at The King? 14:12: Hypothetically, would Stewart have attacked Michael Jordan the way he charged LeBron Jordan? 19:47: KG picks Kobe Bryant over Michael Jordan? 22:53: Pornstar is calling Anthony Davis "soft" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steph Curry & the Warriors are rolling but is anyone surprised? Also, how real are the Wizards in the east, and should the Nets be worried? 0:50: Steph Curry & the Warriors sending the NBA a message 7:00: Are the Wizards for real? 10:20: Kyrie Irving-Less Nets + Harden has changed his game 16:25 What superstar will leave their team next? 18:42 Coach K's grandson Michael Savarino, as well as Paolo Bancheroa, arrested for impaired driving Celtics fans, we know this season has you stressed out so far. So check out the Calm app! Go to https://calm.com/scribe and take advantage of a 40% discount on a Calm premium subscription. Calm is the only application that has PROVEN results in assisting people with meditation, relaxation and anxiety relief. Go to LinkedIn.com/SCRIBE and post your first job for FREE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What would it take to get Ben Simmons to the Celtics & should both sides be considering this move? Also, is it too early to call the Warriors a favorite to win it all? And, an update on Suns owner Robert Sarver investigation 0:22 Jaylen Brown for Ben Simmons? Should Celtics even answer the phone? 9:18 Is Doc Rivers overrated? 12:45 Suns Owner Robert Sarver investigation 15:00 Can Steph Curry lead the Warriors to a title? 17:30 Where does KD rank all-time? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a 2-5 start, Celtics' Marcus Smart calls out Jayson Tatum & Jaylen Brown. How did they get here? Also, how good are the Bulls? & Jeff tell us his LaMelo Ball story 1:25 What will the top of the Eastern Conference be like by the end of the year? 6:30 Are the Bulls for real? + Goodman's beef with the Ball family 15:30 Do The Celtics Even Care About Winning? 21:00 Can Jayson Tatum & Jaylen Brown Work? 22:30 Celtics are embarrassing + Marcus Smart says Jays don't pass the ball 25:30 Is Ja Morant An MVP Candidate? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Russell Westbrook fit in with the Lakers this season? We discuss, along with the NBA's Top 75 players list, an altercation between Anthony Davis & Dwight Howard, and much more 1:20: Anthony Davis & Dwight Howard fight 3:44: Does Russell Westbrook fit in with the Lakers? 5:14: What's next for Ben Simmons? 11:02: Would you consider trading Marcus Smart (and other pieces) for Ben Simmons? 15:20: Biggest snubs of the NBA's Top 75 List 19:25: What Bob considered going into voting for the NBA Top 75 List & the surprising 75th player on his list 23:42: Who's your NBA Top 10? 26:00: How Carmelo Anthony has redefined himself 30:00: How good are the Warriors? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gary Tanguay joins Bob & Jeff as the three previews of the 2021-22 NBA season, including an update on the Ben Simmons situation in Philly. Also, our favorites to win it all, underdog teams, and much more 1:00: The NBA turns 75, does Bob Ryan still love the game? 6:17: Is the next NBA champion open for multiple teams or are the Lakers still the favorite? 11:09: Ben Simmons returns to the Philadelphia 76ers 14:29: Has anyone discussed Ben Simmons' mental health? 17:50: Is Kyrie Irving being selfish or is he in the right to not get vaccinated? 25:52: What next in the NBA's super-team era? 31:17: Is the NBA much less predictable? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff discuss Andrew Wiggins' major decision; what it could mean for Kyrie Irving and the NBA and debate which underrated teams in the Eastern Conference will thrive this year 1:14: Why October is the best month of the year 2:46: Tom Brady vs Mac Jones 6:07: Andrew Wiggins unwillingly vaccinated 11:17: Potential suitors for Ben Simmons 13:31: Who's the favorite to win the Eastern Conference? 18:00: Don't sleep on the Miami Heat 25:04: Derrick Rose empowers Kemba Walker & the Knicks 30:05: Julius Randle's emergence heading into 2021-22 34:33: Where do the Bulls fit in the Eastern Conference? 36:30: Is Ime Udoka the biggest question mark for the Celtics? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How will it all play out for Doc Rivers, Ben Simmons, and the 76ers? Bob & Jeff discuss. Also, will Kyrie Irving be forced to miss games this season? And Jason Kidd interestingly calls out Luka Doncic at Media Day 2:08: Kyrie Irving Media Day appearance 5:56: Does Kyrie believe in COVID-19 conspiracy theories? 8:20: Why James Harden should be pissed off 12:00: Will this COVID-19 vaccine conversation end by the start of the regular season? 14:36: What's next for the 76ers and Ben Simmons? 17:40: Was Doc Rivers' postseason comments about Ben Simmons' future a mistake? 22:48: Jason Kidd calls out Luka Doncic 26:17 Are you surprised the Nuggets re-signed Michael Porter Jr?30:24: Is Zion Williamson doomed for an injury-riddled career?32:49: JJ Redick retires Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff discuss the 2021 Hall Of Fame Inductees, Also, John Wall's situation with the Rockets, Aaron Gordon's extension with the Nuggets, & the College Basketball ranks! 1:11 HOF Reactions 19:53 John Wall's Situation With The Houston Rockets 25:00 Aaron Gordon & Denver Nuggets agree to four-year, $92 million 28:00 College Basketball Ranks Visit Linkedin.com/SCRIBE to post your first job for free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our best of summer 2021 episode, we re-visit our best segments over the past few months, including our interview with TJ McConnell, Bob's take on Chris Paul's legacy & Jeff's take on the new and improved Lakers 1:15: Goodman's TJ McConnell story 4:09: McConnell Interview: New generation of NBA superstars 12:21: TJ McConnell's best Joel Embiid story 25:30: Duncan Robinson hit the lottery + TJ McConnell & Georges Niang new deals 27:30: Are the Lakers too old? 32:00: What will be Chris Paul's legacy if he never wins a title? 37:43: Giannis Antetokounmpo, the champion Bucks & why "The Greek Freak" is a different kind of superstar 42:50: Are we surprised the Celtics re-signed Marcus Smart? 50:00: Is Luka the best player in the NBA? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff discuss Marcus Smart's contract extension and what it means for the Celtics' future. Also, Joel Embiid's supermax contract, and will the Sixers find a solution for Ben Simmons? 1:06: Reactions to Marcus Smart's contract extension with the Celtics 3:03: Will Marcus Smart ever change? 8:10: How scary will Kemba Walker be in New York? 11:49: Joel Embiid's supermax contract 15:00: What happens if the 76ers don't end up trading Ben Simmons? 18:05: Rajon Rondo shipped to Memphis; what will his legacy be?24:38: Jeff's DeMarcus Cousins & Rondo story Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does the Dennis Schroder signing mean for the Celtics and the rest of the Eastern Conference? Also, how much pressure is Ime Udoka heading into his first season as head coach and Jayson Tatum & Jaylen Brown's reached a new level? We explain 0:50: NBA Summer League games 2:54: The contrast between Cade Cunningham & Killian Hayes 6:25: Best Jalen Green NBA comparison 11:24: Jayson Tatum in Las Vegas after winning the gold medal 13:05: The dynamic of Jaylen Brown & Jayson Tatum's relationship 17:07: Is Dennis Schroder a solidified third option for the Celtics? 20:07: How Ime Udoka is making NBA coaching history 22:35: How close will the Celtics be to getting Bradley Beal? If not, what's Plan B? 27:47: Should the Celtics start Aaron Nesmith? 32:44: J.R. Smith's life after the NBA 34:32: Is Luka Doncic the best player in the NBA? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff recap NBA Free Agency's biggest signings & Russell Westbrook heading to the Lakers; what does it mean for the rest of the NBA? Also, what's next for the Celtics and their offseason moves? 0:56: Podcast friends Duncan Robinson, TJ McConnell & Georges Niang free agency updates 2:30: Russell Westbrook & Carmelo Anthony are heading to the Lakers 4:25: How will Westbrook and the Lakers make things work in LA?6:50: Brooklyn Nets' offseason moves 11:48: Is KD ahead of LeBron? 14:00: After signing DeMar DeRozan & Lonzo Ball; how good are the Bulls now? 17:00: How about the Knicks & how good will this team be in 2021-22? 19:56: Ricky Rubio & Spain vs Team USA 22:31: Did the Pelicans make a mistake in letting Lonzo Ball walk & will Zion Williamson want out soon? 25:12: Celtics might be the biggest losers in the NBA right now 31:11: This season will be all about Jayson Tatum & Jaylen Brown's chemistry 34:06: Did the Suns sign Chris Paul for too much? 36:25: What's Chris Paul's legacy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff preview this week's 2021 NBA Draft, including top prospect Cade Cunningham; who's being compared to All-Star Luka Doncic. Also, Giannis Antetokounmpo's legacy after guiding the Bucks to an NBA title 0:40: Giannis Antetokounmpo & The Bucks are the NBA champs 2:10: The Greek Freak's legacy 4:00: Why Giannis didn't join a superteam 6:03: Malika Andrews in the NBA Finals 7:10: Is Gregg Popovich the wrong coach for Team USA? 12:22: It's not about losing to France, it's about how they lost to France 15:34: 2021 NBA Draft & the changing landscape of NCAA basketball 18:47: How Cade Cunningham is compared to Luka Doncic 21:00: Is Jalen Green a lock for no. 2? 24:46: Jeff's favorite/underrated prospect in 2021 Draft 28:42: Any doubts about Evan Mobley? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices