Bob Ryan & Jeff Goodman NBA Podcast

James Harden's trade demand stands as the Houston Rockets have a decision to make, will they trade with Brooklyn? Bob & Jeff discuss how things could pan out. Also, Kemba Walker will miss the start of the season. How much trouble are the Celtics in? 2:20: James Harden out in Houston? 5:10: How will it play out in Brooklyn if Harden ends up with the Nets? 8:36: Should Celtics use their Traded Player Exception to acquire James Harden 10:19: Are the Celtics a lock to make the playoffs without Kemba Walker? 13:18: Is Jeff Teague Brad Stevens' new temporary starting point guard? 15:17: Jayson Tatum has to be a clear top-10 player 18:10: Kyrie Irving isn't talking to the media 20:34: Would you want the Celtics to bring back Isaiah Thomas right now? 25:33: Ben Simmons experiment at PF was a bust 30:27: Happy birthday, Larry Bird/Bob's Larry Legend story 32:25: Who's the most intimidating person Bob Ryan ever interviewed? 39:50: Is Jaylen Brown ready to be the No. 2 guy on a championship team? 43:13: People will always forget how important Gordon Hayward was for the Celtics last season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtics forward Grant Williams joins Bob & Jeff as he recaps his rookie year in Boston. He talks about the biggest challenges, adapting to the NBA and how teammates like Kemba Walker, Jayson Tatum, and Daniel Theis impacted a long 2020-2021 campaign 1:00: Happy birthday, Grant Williams! 3:10: How Grant has already connected with Celtics rookies Aaron Nesmith & Payton Pritchard 5:25: On Nesmith being the self-proclaimed "Best shooter of the 2020 NBA Draft" 6:25: On making his first NBA 3-pointer after going 0-for-25 9:55: What's it like to play for Brad Stevens, who encourages his players to take more 3-pointers? 13:36: College teams Grant loved watching growing up/teams that recruited Williams 16:34: The time Brad Stevens or teammates told Grant to "be quiet" 18:30: Artists Grant listens to for pregame music 20:15: Which teammate on the court dazzled Grant most? 21:37: Which opponent dazzled you the most on the court? 27:23: On Kemba Walker and his impact 29:00: On getting the rookies prepared for Marcus Smart 30:43: What's it like having your locker right next to Jayson Tatum? 33:50: How teammates have to adapt to his personality 37:18: What's this unique offseason been like for you? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtics head coach Brad Stevens looks ahead to the 2021 NBA season; what he expects from Jayson Tatum & Jaylen Brown as leaders and Kemba Walker's condition heading into another regular season 01:15: How crazy is it that the regular season starts in less than a month? 03:10: Evaluating Aaron Nesmith & Payton Pritchard's shooting touch 05:05: Goodman's Brad Stevens story at Butler when Stevens first told Jeff about a kid named Gordon Hayward 07:22: What pleases you most about Jayson Tatum's development? 10:00: Does Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum challenge one another often? 11:40: How fatherhood has played a big part in Jayson Tatum's maturity 12:45: Which areas are you looking for Jayson Tatum to improve in next season? 18:10: How is Kemba Walker doing and will he be available at the start of the regular season? 21:10: The pros & cons of Marcus Smart 28:10: Brad Stevens discussed classic Celtics games with Danny Ainge when he was quarantined 30:10: Brad Stevens on the public's opinion of him & Was last year a disappointment? 35:30: Brad Stevens' two favorite memories of the NBA Bubble 41:30: Brad Stevens on his coaching longevity and evaluating his performance each and every offseason in Boston Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff react to the 2020 NBA Draft and discuss which teams came up big, which trades will make the most impact and how will the Warriors respond to the devastating Klay Thompson news? 1:28: Goodman boarded an airplane for the first time since the COVID shutdown 4:15: Klay Thompson news was the biggest news of the NBA Draft 6:05: "I don't think there are any stars at the top of this draft" 8:28: Michael Jordan signed off on the LaMelo Ball pick 11:54: The Celtics finally drafted for a need at No. 14 14:00: Who won the Draft? 17:26: Daryl Morey & Sixers trades 19:43: Is Terry Rozier on the move? 20:38: How good is Cole Anthony? (Magic's No. 15 pick) 27:30: If You're NY, do you overpay for Fred VanVleet? 30:30: Goodman loves Utah's No. 27 pick, Udoka Azubuike 32:55: Bob's underrated pick at No. 29 Malachi Flynn for Raptors at point guard 36:06: After the Draft, is Lonzo Ball safe in New Orleans? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rockets head coach Stephen Silas joins Bob & Jeff to talk about how he landed the new coaching gig in Houston, what's next for the Rockets, and his approach to managing the likes of James Harden & Russell Westbrook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff discuss LaMelo Ball's NBA ceiling, what the Golden State Warriors should do with the No. 2 pick in this year's NBA Draft & the start of the 2020-2021 season in December 1:58: 2020-21 NBA season start date: December 22. Is this fair for the players? 3:30: The Olympics played a big part in the NBA's decision 8:25: Bob's LaMelo Ball evaluation12:48: Goodman's LaMelo-Rondo comparison 14:05: Why Minnesota Timberwolves need to trade the No.1 pick ASAP 16:00: Anthony Edwards' 'Yeah, but' factor 19:13: Are there steals in this NBA Draft lurking between No.8 - No. 20? 25:08: Golden State & James Wiseman at No.2 29:34: Bob's scheduled two BIG guests for upcoming episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's going to happen next in Philly? Bob & Jeff break it all down following the hiring of Daryl Morey. Also, is Marcus Smart's contract too valuable for the Celtics to trade? Find out what Ryan & Goodman think in the midst of NBA offseason speculation 3:30: Daryl Morey & Doc Rivers in Philly; how's this going to work? 8:37: How's the 3-point shooting analytic guy going to pair with Ben Simmons? 13:24: Will Doc Rivers & Joel Embiid work well together? 20:38: Is Marcus Smart's contract so valuable that he's untradable? 26:05: Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant & the Nets. How will this roster sort itself out? 31:44: How much respect will Kyrie Irving have for Steve Nash as coach? 34:44: Will LeBron James show up for the start of the 2020-21 season in December? 37:09: How will the other younger NBA players respond to this quick start? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff react to the hiring of the Pacers' newest head coach and discuss what's next for Indiana. Jeff says who the NBA's biggest free agent is and what the price tag will look like. Also, could LeBron James bring Chris Paul to the Lakers? 00:54: Indiana Pacers new head coach Nate Bjorkgren 07:02: Previous successful NBA video coordinators, assistant coaches 10:09: NBA teams electing to go the former player route for head-coaching jobs 12:00: Nate McMillan didn't deserve to be fired, what's next for the Pacers & their roster? 14:00: All eyes will be on Giannis Antetokounmpo; will he remain loyal to the Bucks? 17:10: The NBA's biggest free agent in 2020 19:32: What are the chances LeBron James somehow reels Chris Paul to join the Lakers? 22:30: How much money will Fred VanVleet make in free agency? 25:32: Daryl Morey's "resignation" & what's next for the Rockets? 28:56: Goodman's John Lucas story 36:38: Favorite prospects in the 2020 NBA Draft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan & Goodman recap the 2020 Lakers & NBA Finals, including LeBron James' longevity & future. Also, agent Rich Paul's influence on the league and when should we expect the 2020-2021 NBA season to commence? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the verge of capturing his fourth NBA title, LeBron James' case is stronger now more than ever but is LeBron is the greatest of all-time? 2:53: Will we see a Game 6 in the NBA Finals? 6:18: Jimmy Butler's in Game 3 was one of the greatest NBA Finals performances 8:00: Is Jimmy Butler a top 10 player? 12:55: What does another title do for LeBron James' legacy? 16:05: The MJ vs LeBron debate 19:54: Kyrie Irving says he finally has Kevin Durant, a guy who's as worthy to take the final shot of a game 22:04: Doc Rivers in Philly 27:28: Joel Embiid & Ben Simmons' polar opposite personalities 29:18: "The only way Dwight Howard ever wins an NBA title is if he plays with LeBron James" 31:45: Are you watching the MLB Playoffs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff discuss the disappointing end to the Celtics' playoff run, who's to blame? Also, how much of a chance are we giving the Heat in the NBA Finals against the Lakers? Tune in to find out 0:45: I didn't see the Doc Rivers firing coming 5:10: Was it Doc's job to get the best from a vet like Paul George?7:12: Did the Bulls miss out on hiring Doc Rivers?/Who will be the next Clippers head coach? 11:00: Is Brad Stevens on the hot seat? 17:07: Gordon Hayward's performance in the Eastern Conference Finals 24:00: How much of a chance do the Heat have in the NBA Finals? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can the Celtics come back from a 3-1 hole? Ryan & Goodman discuss and the Western Conference Finals between the Lakers & Nuggets 1:07: What I love most about Tyler Herro 6:00: Are the Celtics dead and buried? 11:20: Jayson Tatum's first half in Game 4 13:45: Dragic is outplaying Kemba & Spoelstra's out-coaching Stevens 16:20 I'm getting excited about a possible Heat-Lakers NBA Finals 1927: With a healthy Gordon Hayward, this is a different series 23:30: Are you worried about the Lakers bench? 28:36: Billy Donovan lands the Bulls head coaching job 35:20: Goodman's Donovan & Rick Flair story Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How did the Nuggets stun the Clippers? Bob & Jeff explain and their chances against the Lakers. Also, with Kemba Walker struggling, do the Celtics have enough to beat Miami? 1:31: "The Clippers are the Clippers"3:14: Personnel problems start with Paul George 7:10: What are the Nuggets' chances of beating the Lakers? 10:26: NBA players constantly complaining about the officials 12:14: Magic Johnson on Bam Adebayo's game-winning block 17:32: Jayson Tatum's play at the end of regulation in Game 1 19:00: Conflicting reports on whether or not Gordon Hayward will head home for the birth of his child 20:37: "I rather have the ball in Kemba's hands" 22:27: If Kemba doesn't snap out of it, the Celtics are not going to win 26:16: The NCAA Basketball new start date Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff preview Game 7 between the Celtics & Raptors and break down the series. Also, can Rajon Rondo keep this up for the Lakers? It would give them a huge advantage in their title hopes and the latest on Giannis Antetokounmpo & the Bucks 0:56: If the Celtics lose, they'll never forget 0.5 seconds 2:50: Celtics shooting was too-trigger happy in Game 6 5:15: Kyle Lowry & Norman Powell's edge over the Celtics 9:35: Goodman doesn't fault Giannis Antetokounmpo for Bucks' first-round exit 13:31: Is the Rajon Rondo impact real? Is it going to last? 16:41: Can LeBron James & Anthony Davis carry the load to a Lakers title? 19:24: Kawhi Leonard giving the Clippers a significant edge 22:30: Billy Donovan turned down the Thunder's offer 26:40 ACC coaches propose 346-team NCAA Basketball Tournament Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former NBA GM Ryan McDonough joins Bob and Jeff to talk about the Nets hiring Steve Nash, how good the Heat are right now and recap Game 7 between the Thunder & Rockets 2:22: Bob Ryan attended Ryan McDonough christening 5:15: What drew you to becoming an Executive? 9:13: Steve Nash announced as the new coach of the Brooklyn Nets 11:49: Nash, without any experience, beat out all other black head coaching candidates 14:20: Multiple teams have been interesting in Nash for head coaching jobs in the past 21:39: Thunder's late-game execution in Game 7 26:00: NBA playoff officiating 31:00: How good are the Heat? 36:48: The Heat & Clippers are on a collision course to the NBA Finals 38:41: Can the Celtics reach the NBA Finals without Gordon Hayward? 43:00: Tatum needs to stop whining to the officials Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob and Jeff review the NBA's past 24 hours, including the Bucks boycott, meetings between the players and the league, the Jacob Blake shooting and what's next for the NBA 1:10: Initial reaction to the Bucks boycotting Game 5 vs Magic 4:20: Doc Rivers' speech 6:30: Lakers & Clippers part in Wednesday night's meeting 9:20: Past memorable boycotts in sports 12:49: NBA players need to get on the same page. This boycott wasn't properly organized 16:24: Living in the Bubble doesn't help, NBA players miss their families, friends & lack of restrictions 19:04: What white parent has to give "the talk"? 21:10: NBA players know this isn't going to strike immediate change but it plants a seed 23:54: Bill Russell's voice on social media during these times 25:51: Kenny Smith walking off TNT's set 26:40: Goodman on the blow back he's received on Twitter surrounding these social injustice issues Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Goodman discuss if Jayson Tatum has reached top-10 status, Brett Brown's future in Philly and what's next for the Sixers? Also, who should the Timberwolves draft with the no. 1 pick? 1:10: Pat Connaughton & Duncan Robinson, friends of the show, both going off in the playoffs 5:00: Is the NBA's Eastern Conference now up for grabs between 4 teams? 8:00: Sixers head coach Brett Brown's fate in Philly 11:52: Danny Ainge was right about Al Horford 15:50: Anthony Davis & Lakers bounce back in Game 2 19:00: "The only way Dwight Howard ever gets a ring is if he plays with LeBron" -Goodman, 2010 20:34: Mavs vs Clippers is must-see TV 25:52: Injury bug bites Gordon Hayward & Celtics again 29:55: Is Jayson Tatum a top-10 player? 38:31: Timberwolves with the no. 1 pick/NBA Draft Lottery 41:26: Options at No. 1: LaMelo Ball or Anthony Edwards? 50:20: Bob Ryan reacts to new footage of Masai Ujiri's altercation with police officer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How deep can the Celtics go in the NBA Playoffs? Also, we discuss potential Western Conference upsets in the west and recap the NBA's seeding games 1:32: Last time the Celtics had 3 players finish a regular season averaging 20+ points per game 3:15: Are the Celtics playoff-ready? 7:18: Brad Stevens’ contract extension 12:10: Celtics/Sixers series preview 17:03: Do the Celtics have a chance to win an NBA title? 23:52: Rockets/Thunder series preview 26:53: Heat/Pacers series preview 28:07: Nuggets/Jazz series preview 30:14: Clippers/Mavs series preview 36:32: The 8-0 Suns 41:57: Guests in the NBA Bubble Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff recap the opening week of the NBA restart, including TJ Warren shocking the league. Also, is this the turning point for Michael Porter Jr.? And how bad can it get for the Celtics? All that and more in this brand new episode. 1:09: The Michael Porter Jr. fan club 7:40: Best Kevin Durant comparisons 10:05: Michael Porter Jr. & COVID-19 conspiracy theory 12:16: Bol Bol & the NBA’s history with extremely tall big men 15:30: The TJ Warren Era/Humble beginnings at Brewster Academy 18:46: Ben Simmons injury/dysfunctional Sixers 21:04: If you’re the Celtics, do you want to face the Pacers or Sixers in the opening playoff round? 24:00: Celtics second-unit concerns 28:22: Zion Williamson’s big game 31:10: A potential Lakers/Blazers first-round matchup 35:17: Big East & Big Ten discussing a possible bubble for NCAA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NBA is officially back. Bob & Jeff breakdown the league's Thursday night doubleheader and discuss the topic of players kneeling during the National Anthem plus much more! 1:06: How normal the NBA’s Thursday Night Return Felt 2:36: That time a referee overheard Bob Ryan complain about his call 5:15: Should Zion Williamson be on a minute’s restriction? 8:00: Brandon Ingram’s confidence 14:16: NBA players & coaches kneeling during the National Anthem 17:04: Charles Barkley’s comments 21:04: Jayson Tatum’s golf game 25:22: Lakers VS Clippers 29:38: Can Kawhi reach LeBron level if he wins another title? 33:35: Why Paul Pierce is the best individual offensive scoring machine in Celtics history 37:32: Kyrie Irving helping WNBA players 41:03: Why Celtics need a veteran shooter 43:36: Celtics/Bucks Preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Magic guard Michael Carter Williams joins Bob & Jeff from Orlando where he played his first game in the NBA Bubble. Williams tells us what life post-COVID-19 has been like. He also talks about his NBA journey and the tough times that eventually led to an opportunity with the Magic 1:48: On using his workout facility during the quarantine period 3:30: Playing in his first game in ‘NBA Bubble’/adjusting to the new environment 6:56: Playing with a chip on his shoulder 9:33: The difference between playing defense in college and in the NBA 12:22: Depression set in for Williams when he went unsigned 15:16: The pro athlete stigma & NBA players bringing awareness to mental health 18:03: On seeing a therapist in California & Orlando/getting back together with his girlfriend 21:46: On fatherhood 24:15: The message Williams will have on the back of his jersey 25:14: Dealing with racism in Hamilton, Massachusetts 34:32: Relationship with head coach Steve Clifford 36:20: Just started getting into fishing with teammates 38:33: Relationship with Marquelle Fultz & life and career similarities Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A quarantined Gary Washburn of the Boston Globe joins Bob & Jeff from Orlando to talk about the likelihood of the NBA pulling off its return from start to finish. Also, Washburn relives covering Kyrie Irving and what he made of Irving's two years in Boston. 1:37: Quarantined in Orlando is “a little boring” but the TV is great 7:52: How well do you feel about seeing the NBA pull this off from start to finish? 14:50: Who’s the next Knicks head coach & what happens after that? 17:49: Is New York the right place for Tom Thibodeau? 21:32: What did you make of Kyrie Irving’s two years with the Celtics? 28:41: Did the Celtics need Brad Stevens to be more confrontational throughout the 2018-19 season? 30:50: Why did you pick Paul Pierce at no. 1 for the Boston Globe’s All-Time Celtics Fantasy Draft? 37:04: Bob Ryan’s All-Time Celtics Fantasy team 39:42: Who snitched on Dwight Howard for not wearing a mask? 40:13: Goodman’s Chris Paul story 43:08: Jrue Holiday’s impact on and off the court 47:06: No one took longer to speak to the media after Celtics games than Kevin Garnett & Kyrie Irving Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Heat forward Duncan Robinson takes Bob & Jeff inside the NBA bubble in Orlando. Robinson also talks about John Beilein, being an undrafted/former D3 athlete and what that was like, the Miami Heat organization and much more 3:22: What’s the NBA Orlando bubble like? 6:08: How long will it take to get your stamina back? 9:00: Does the ascension of your career still feel surreal? 11:33: On Wall Street Journal calling him “the most improbable player in the NBA” 13:30: Who has the best golf game on the Heat? 14:33: On rules and regulations surrounding NBA players visiting each other in the “bubble” 15:38: Were you surprised when you found out that John Beilein was heading to the NBA? 19:48: Will Beilein head back to coaching college basketball? 22:38: What was the toughest Big 10 arena to play in? 24:40: As a former D3 athlete/undrafted player, did ever think you weren’t good enough for the NBA? 26:56: Name an NBA player who’s blown your mind, so far, during you career? 30:09: Are you confident that the NBA can pull off this “bubble” in Orlando? 33:20: On Erik Spoelstra’s coaching style 37:55: When do you feel the influence of Pat Riley? 39:16: How will you spend your downtime in Orlando before the games start? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SI's Chris Mannix joins Bob & Jeff to talk about the NBA Playoffs, including which team has the best chances under such circumstances. The Sixers are a top-team, according to Mannix. Also, can Kyrie Irving actually prevent significant players from going to Orlando? 1:09: Mannix’ first experience at the barbershop post-quarantine 2:43: Amidst concerns, NBA season will resume in Orlando, “It’s too big to fail” 8:25: NBA players that should be most concerned about heading to Orlando 12:51: Does Kyrie Irving have an influence on other NBA players? 17:02: Mannix would be for going to Orlando to cover the league 21:04: Shoot-around access in Orlando would be a game-changer for Mannix 24:15: Knicks’ coaching job 28:00: Nets’ coaching job/Ty Lue 29:54: Can Jay Wright succeed in the NBA? 30:45: Look out for the Sixers in the postseason 35:29: James Harden & Russell Westbrook’s legacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's the alternative for Kyrie Irving and others who don't want to go to Orlando to resume the NBA season? We discuss. Also, Bob Ryan reveals stories behind some of his greatest books 3:18: Bob is going out to eat for the first time 8:35: Bob, how many books have you written? 13:10: Researching the 1918 Red Sox 18:11: The trainer who hated the Celtics 21:35: When 15-year-old Jeff interviewed Ron Harper & Hot Rod Williams 26:38: First time Bob interviewed Red Auerbach 32:31: If they’re not going to play, what’s Kyrie Irving’s plan for players not going to Orlando? 37:09: Will we see other superstars come forward and say “We’re not going”? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob and Jeff discuss the NBA's return to the 2019-2020 season in Orlando. How will the new format affect its players? Also, Lakers or Clippers; which LA team will win the west and are the Sixers or Celtics the biggest threat in the east? 1:09: Is July 31st a lock for the NBA season to resume? 4:07: The NBA is trying to force Zion Williamson & the Pelicans into the playoffs 7:36: The Sixers are the wild card team of the Eastern Conference 9:39: How will Jayson Tatum and the Celtics fare in the postseason? 16:41: How will the players adjust to no fans? 18:18: Clippers or Lakers? 26:35: NCAA scandal 32:14: Jalen Green 40:04: We’re enablers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtics legend & 1981 NBA Finals MVP Cedric Maxwell reveals he wish he had a better relationship with Larry Bird to Bob & Jeff in this exclusive interview. Max also talks about what it was like to be a black pro athlete and shares some of his favorite memories with the Celtics 1:14: Bob Ryan thinks Cedric Maxwell hates him 2:51: Summer of 1972 5:44: Racism in Boston & America 11:18: LeBron James is the GOAT for what he’s done on and off the court 14:08: The difference between Michael Jordan and LeBron James 16:30: If you’re Drew Brees’ teammate, do you forgive him? 18:28: Cedric Maxwell’s a part of an exclusive scoring club 21:45: Luka Doncic/Larry Bird comparison 24:56: What was it like to play with John Havlicek? 29:13: Remembering Wes Unseld 32:37: What do you think about the 2019-2020 NBA season coming back? 35:58: The only 3-pointer Cedric Maxwell made 38:49: Today’s style of play in the NBA 44:55: What’s your biggest regret? 47:53: Why Cedric Maxwell wants to reach out to Larry Bird 51:28: Why did Bob think there was friction between him and Cedric Maxwell? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob and Jeff talk to Tacko Fall about his first year in the NBA, life in Boston and his basketball journey. 3:28: Tacko Fall’s first basketball experience 9:20: The first Senegalese basketball player Tacko Fall ever met 10:20: On what it feels like to always be the tallest person in the room 14:24: On many Senegalese basketball players left behind after pursuing basketball 18:49: The untapped potential overseas 20:36: The commutes from Portland to Boston were fun 22:58: Tacko Fall’s offensive capabilities 24:50: Are you shocked by Celtics fans? 30:04: Grant Williams must be driving Kemba Walker crazy 33:50: Best singing voice in the Celtics locker room 36:30: What do you want your legacy to be? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jazz forward Georges Niang joins Bob & Jeff to talk about the night Rudy Gobert tested positive for COVID-19, how his teammates reacted and future plans in Utah 1:49: The events of March 12; the night Rudy Gobert tested positive for COVID-19 4:42: “We were stuck in that locker room for six hours” 6:09: When Niang and his teammates found out Donovan Mitchell tested positive for COVID-19 7:18: How did you react to Rudy Gobert touching the press microphones? 13:23: Niang’s big ping-pong loss 15:01: On heading back to the Jazz’ practice facility and the changes that have been made 17:04: Niang’s frustration with new policies 22:09: How the past two months of uncertainty has affected him 26:09: “(Jazz) are turning the corner on getting to the point where we’re going to be able to win championships” 28:11: Niang’s relationship with coach Quin Snyder 34:05: The day Jeff Goodman met Niang 42:35: Culture shock in Iowa compared to living in Massachusetts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bill Walton takes a trip down memory lane from his days of playing for the great John Wooden to funny times in Boston alongside Larry Bird and the Celtics. 4:10: The day Bob Ryan met Bill Walton 7:20: When Bill Walton learned to appreciate Red Auerbach & the Celtics 11:43: The time Jeff Goodman fact-checked Bill Walton 14:06: Bill Walton’s relationship with John Wooden 25:09: There’s always people who’ll be little success 26:23: Two sets of threes John Wooden lived by 29:06: I’m as busy as I’ve ever been 36:29: Playing against Larry Bird in the Boston Garden 41:34: Getting to know Larry Bird as a teammate 48:44: 1986 series vs. Hawks 52:58: Funny KC Jones story 59:41: Relationship with Red Auerbach Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Villanova head coach Jay Wright joins Bob & Jeff to talk about coaching in the NCAA, NBA's recent rule changes and Bulls guard Ryan Arcidiacono makes a surprise appearance. Tune in! 8:03: Bob Ryan’s Jay Wright story 12:54: How did winning a national title change your life? 15:21: Jeff Goodman’s Jay Wright story 17:06: Jay Wright’s gameday routine 20:22: Jay Wright on 1-and-Done players in the NCAA 23:14: What veteran leadership means for Villanova 26:19: Villanova rivalries 27:51: Bulls guard/former Villanova Wildcat Ryan Arcidiacono crashes the interview 29:32: Best recruiting story 31:20: Arcidiacono on Wright’s impact on his attitude 32:30: Arcidiacono’s greatest Jay Wright stories 35:18: Jay Wright’s opinion on new NCAA & NBA rules 39:11: Arcidiacono’s opinion on NBA’s potential expansion/G-League format 40:05: Why’s Adam Silver doing this? 43:21: Talent level in NCAA Basketball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NBA writer Sam Smith joins Bob & Jeff to talk about Michael Jordan and the Bulls, "The Last Dance" documentary and unforgettable stories about Smith's time around the team 10:47: What’s your relationship with Michael Jordan like today? 14:05: Similar Personalities: Larry Bird & Michael Jordan 20:25: Jerry Krause’s portrayal in “The Last Dance” documentary 24:20: Krause’s personality around Jordan and his teammates 29:52: Sam Smith’s Jerry Krause story 33:34: Michael Jordan & Scottie Pippen’s relationship 37:09: Bob Ryan’s Michael Jordan & Scottie Pippen in Barcelona story 43:38: Phil Jackson never wanted a rebuild in Chicago; Krause felt like Jackson owed him 45:54: The potential Pippen trade between Chicago & Boston 48:09: Jordan’s baseball career wasn’t as bad as people remember 54:10: Are you surprised to see Jordan so open in this documentary? 57:10: Sam Smith’s favorite Jordan story Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtics legend Dave Cowens joins Bob and Jeff and shares some of his favorite stories about his time in Boston 1:35: On being a first-ballot Hall-of-Famer 2:52: Why isn’t Johnny Most in the basketball hall-of-fame? 6:59: How the relationship between players and media members has changed 10:41 Who was the toughest player you had to guard? 17:05: Funny story in Portland vs Trail Blazers 10:35: What were the summers like? 21:36: How Cowens was recruited back then 25:40: The 1970 NBA Draft 30:10: Rudy T as a player 32:50: How important the center position used to be 40:07: When did you realize Larry Bird was going to be a star? 42:21: Cowens’ Larry Bird story 44:32: John Havlicek’s impact 48:24: How Cowens found out he won the MVP award 58:44: Favorite Red Auerbach story Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How will Jalen Green's decision to bypass college and head to the NBA's G League impact NCAA Basketball's future? Bob and Jeff break it down. Also, how COVID-19 will affect powerhouse schools in a big way next season. 1:03: Bob Ryan runs errands instead of quarantining 2:30: Jalen Green’s announcement to bypass NCAA for NBA’s G League 3:45: Why is Adam Silver making the G League an option for high school prospects? 10:08: Is Jalen Green starting a trend for future top prospects? 16:28: Will you go watch Jalen Green when he comes to Portland to play the Red Claws? 19:43: How COVID-19 will affect NCAA powerhouses next season 21:10: Will media members be allowed back into locker rooms after COVID-19 pandemic? 24:35: NCAA Transfer Portal 31:24: Comparing NCAA Basketball eras 33:54: Transfer waivers 36:42: The signature shot in the history of basketball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bucks guard Pat Connaughton joins Bob Ryan and Jeff Goodman to talk about his path to the NBA, Milwaukee dominating the Eastern Conference and why Connaughton is hopeful the 2019-2020 season will resume within the next few months. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doc Rivers joins Bob Ryan & Jeff Goodman to talk about his career with the Clippers; his relationship with Kawhi Leonard and Lou Williams and how he failed to reunite Ray Allen with Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Special guests Bob Hurley and Sean Woods join Bob Ryan and Jeff Goodman to reminisce over playing in the 1992 NCAA Classic between Duke & Kentucky. They talk about what "The Shot" means today and what it was like to be on the court for one of NCAA's most classic moments and how it still resonates today in this exclusive interview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As COVID-19 (Coronavirus) shuts down the sports world, what happens next? Bob and Jeff discuss. Also, what will the NCAA do? And Rick Pitino lands a new gig as Iona's newest head coach. Ryan and Goodman react Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob and Jeff discuss the Conronavirus impacting the NBA and what's going to happen next. Also, should Celtics fans be worried about Kemba Walker's health? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob and Jeff react to the recent Tom Brady news surrounding his free agency and decide which side they're on when it comes to the recent feud between longtime season-ticket holder Spike Lee & the Knicks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob Ryan & Goodman discuss the short list of young NBA players that are better than Jayson Tatum right now & are Brett Brown's days in Philly numbered and how can they fix the Sixers? Also, Coach K's situation at Duke Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff discuss what went wrong with the Cavaliers and John Beilien and go into a discussion about Brad Stevens possibly becoming the most successful NCAA turned NBA head coach. Can Stevens, Jayson Tatum & the Celtics capture a title? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's another week in the hoops world, and another episode of the Jeff Goodman and Bob Ryan NBA Podcast. Jeff and Bob discuss Bobby Knights epic homecoming at IU. Goodman cannot help but gloat that Jayson Tatum is fufilling Jeff's prophesy, stated on these airwaves on Celtics' Draft Day when they traded down for Tatum. The guys finish up with some more dumpster fire Knicks talk. Bonus content also available on the free CLNS Media mobile podcast application for iOS and Android. In the bonus footage, Bob Ryan goes in the time machine to his first meeting with Mr. Bob Knight. You won't believe where/when and who introduced the two Bobs. Click bonus content to enjoy and share. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Bob Ryan & Jeff Goodman reflect on the life and career of Kobe Bryant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff and Bob discuss the Kansas-KSU fight and Goodman reveals how he settled his differences with DeMarcus Cousins prior to the Celtics-Lakers game. Rajon Rondo even made an appearance while Cousins and Goodman hashed things out. This is a must-listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who will have a better career Zion Williamson or Ja Morant? Bob and Jeff discuss. Also, Kyrie Irving turns into Kyrie the GM. What do Ryan and Goodman make of his recent comments over the makeup of the Nets' roster? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony Davis rejects Lakers' contract extension offer, Bob & Jeff explore the big man's options after 2020. Also, they assess Carmelo Anthony's impact in Portland and what it will mean to Melo's legacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff tells the story of why Isaiah Thomas blocked him on Twitter while him and Bob both react to Thomas' two-game suspension for confronting a fan in Philadelphia. Bob and Jeff also go through NCAA Men's Basketball Rankings in this Christmas edition episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legendary Scribe, Bob Ryan & Iconic NBA Insider, Jeff Goodman take you on a tour of the NBA, the way THEY see it! After discussing their use of eye glasses(?), they start their NBA road trip. First stop is Milwaukee as they breakdown the most under discussed topic of this NBA season as the Bucks have their win streak halted at 18 games. Who know? Then a fast track to Cleveland where Jeff and Bob agree that the coaching cunundrum's blame mainly lies with the Cavs front office. A pit-stop in LA has them talking LeBron and Bronny's relationship. Dare we say, it kind of resembles Goodman's BFF, Lavar Ball? Rounding out the roadie, Bob Ryan gives us the prefect tribute to the recovering David Stern, some one Mr. Ryan obviously knows quite well. The NBA fellas will be back next week with a holiday edition of the Ryan and Goodman NBA Podcast. Be sure to rate, subscribe and review on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify and clnsmedia.com TIME STAMPS: 2:00 - David Stern Talk 12:50 - Bucks Win Streak Snapped 18:30 - How Bird embraced the 12th man (great story), Kevin and Larry Issues, McHale appreciated Bird's entry passes to the post, LeBron vs Larry as all-time greatest passer, 21:00 - Bird vs LeBron: Of course LB could Play today > LeBron leading league ina assists this year. 22:20 - Bucks Coaching 25:20 - Cavs, Beilein Situation- why haven't the Cavs backed him up? 32:30 - LeBron and Bronny 34:01 - Bob Ryan dreams about Lavar Ball - LOL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices