The Ringer NBA Show

Justin, Rob, and Wos start by talking about the Warriors bouncing back at home and forcing a Game 6 against the Lakers. They discuss the Warriors' small-ball lineup, Lakers adjustments for Game 6, and more. Then, they move on to the Knicks also forcing a Game 6 in their series with the Heat. They discuss Jalen Brunson and Quentin Grimes going all 48 minutes of Game 5, the play of Julius Randle, and whether they have any hope of the Knicks coming back to win the series (28:16). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Michael begin the podcast by sharing their reactions and insights from the Lakers' exciting win over the Warriors in Game 4 of their playoff series. They give big flowers to Lonnie Walker IV, question Steve Kerr’s coaching decisions down the stretch, and shine a light on LeBron James’s pacing and influence on the game. Next, they dive into the Heat’s impressive victory over the Knicks, dissect Julius Randle’s performance, and praise Erik Spoelstra’s defensive strategy (24:56). Hosts: Justin Verrier and Michael Pina Associate Producer: Chris Sutton Production Supervision: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja are back with their reactions and insights from Sunday’s slate of Game 4s. Along the way they discuss the Suns tying up the series behind Kevin Durant's and Devin Booker’s outstanding performances (11:00), as well as Nicola Jokic pushing the Suns owner (03:00). Then, they dive into the 76ers tying up the series behind James Harden’s monster performance (21:00). Later, they preview tonight’s slate of playoff games (39:00). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and Wos start by reacting to the Lakers' dismantling of the Warriors and taking a 2-1 lead in the series. They talk about Anthony Davis’s impact on both sides of the ball, the Warriors' second-quarter implosion, D’Angelo Russell, and much more. Then they discuss the Miami Heat dominating the Knicks to take a 2-1 series lead. They discuss Jimmy Butler’s return from injury, Julius Randle’s disappointing performance, possible adjustments for the Knicks, and more (28:15). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, Wosny Lambre Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, Wosny Lambre Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

J. Kyle Mann and Tyler Parker are back this Saturday to discuss Celtics vs Sixers and Suns vs Nuggets in Game 3. The guys touch on Embiid’s efforts against the dominating Celtics, Harden’s post season performance and Grant Williams with the hard hitting head injury from Embiid. They also discuss, the Sun’s Devon Booker’s stellar shot performance, Deandre Ayton’s lack of strength in the offense and Denver’s maintained strength in the post season. Hosts: J. Kyle Mann and Tyler Parker Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Austin and Pausha welcome two-time All-Star and current Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic for an in-person, in-depth chat on everything from his brief time with the Philadelphia 76ers to becoming an All-Star with the Orlando Magic to the trade that eventually sent him to the Bulls (21:14). The guys also dive into Nikola’s off-court interests as he explains his love for Batman, ‘Star Wars,’ and his car collection (53:43), before throwing him into the deep end for another classic edition of Rapid Fire (69:23). Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi Guest: Nikola Vucevic Producers: Ben Cruz and Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja are back to discuss Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Boston Celtics and why it was difficult for the 76ers to reintegrate Joel Embiid into the lineup (2:53). Along the way, they talk about Embiid’s MVP win as well as what winning the award means for both the player and the team (12:03). Next, they talk about the Los Angeles Lakers stealing Game 1 behind the monster play of Anthony Davis and what the Golden State Warriors need to do to limit him going forward (33:46). Finally, the guys close with their Real Ones of the Week (54:04). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and Wos react to the Celtics blowout victory over the Sixers in Game 2. Then they ask a few lingering questions about the playoffs including questions about Kevin Durant, Dillon Brooks, and the Lakers (26:49). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, Wosny Lambre Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seerat and Michael begin by breaking down Nikola Jokic’s MVP-level performance in the Nuggets’ win over the Suns in Game 2 of their second-round series. They express concern over the shot and usage rate for Phoenix’s big three and speculate on their ability to come back from 0-2. Then Seerat issues an apology to the Denver fandom for overlooking their potential before the playoffs (19:26). Next they shine a light on James Harden’s master class versus the Celtics and discuss whether Monday night was the biggest Sixers win since the days of Allen Iverson (31:50). Hosts: Seerat Sohi and Michael Pina Associate Producer: Chris Sutton Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja are joined by longtime NBA sportswriter Howard Beck to discuss Stephen Curry’s historic Game 7 performance and how long the Golden State Warriors can sustain their playoff run (1:26). Along the way, they talk about the upcoming Western Conference semifinals matchup between the Warriors and the Los Angeles Lakers (14:55). Next, the guys preview Monday’s matchups between PHI-BOS and PHX-DEN (30:15). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Guest: Howard Beck Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and Wos react to the Nuggets comfortably beating the Suns in Game 1. They talk about what adjustments Phoenix can make, Jamal Murray’s return to his peak form before his injury, and much more (2:16). Then they ask one burning question about the other remaining series (23:57). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, Wosny Lambre Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

J. Kyle Mann and Tyler Parker return to talk Friday night's Western Conference playoff showdowns. They talk the Kings beating the Warriors in dominating fashion to force Game 7 and the Lakers crushing the Grizzles in Game 6 to end their season. Hosts: J. Kyle Mann and Tyler Parker Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Austin and Pausha are together in Florida for their first ever in-person recording! The guys kick things off discussing Austin's and the Timberwolves’ season and playoff run (2:20). Then, they turn their attention to the Nuggets-Suns second-round series (8:00), the Warriors potentially winning it all again (12:00), and what to make of Lakers-Grizzlies (14:40). Later, they highlight their favorite guards to watch, touch on Giannis’ comments in the media after being eliminated by the Heat, and rank the remaining playoff teams (35:34). Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi Producers: Erika Cervantes and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja are back to discuss the Miami Heat making it to the Eastern Conference semifinals behind Jimmy Butler’s sensational play as well as the collapse of the Milwaukee Bucks (1:04). Next, the guys break down why many of the lower-seeded teams are finding early success in this year’s NBA playoffs, before previewing Thursday’s Celtics-Hawks matchup (30:45). Later, they look ahead at the upcoming closeout games (45:00). Finally, the guys close out with their Real Ones of the Week (53:55). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and Wos react to all the craziness that happened during Wednesday night's games, starting with Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat coming back again against the Milwaukee Bucks to close out the series in five games. They discuss another Jimmy Butler legacy game, the future of Mike Budenholzer, and more. Then they move on to the Warriors winning their biggest road game of the year to take a 3-2 series lead. They discuss the big games some of the role players for the Warriors had, Draymond's role off the bench, and the impact of De'Aaron Fox's injury (34:36). After that, they discuss the Knicks closing out the Cavs in five games by talking about how impressive the Knicks were, how disappointing the Cavs were, where the Cavs go from here, and a brief look ahead to the Knicks' match up with the Heat in the second round (41:20). They wrap up with the Grizzlies dominating the second half and making the series 3-2 (1:01:15). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Austin Gayle and Benjamin Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seerat and Michael begin the pod by sharing their reactions to Jimmy Butler's amazing performance in the Heat's win over the Bucks on Monday night, despite Milwaukee’s physical advantages. They discuss the Bucks’ mindset since they're down 3-1 and some of the concerns they have for Miami going forward in the series (9:18). Next, they dissect the Lakers' gritty win over the Grizzlies, which was fueled by LeBron James’s vintage playmaking down the stretch (25:48). They touch on the sloppy tactics by Memphis and debate the potency of L.A.’s role players since the trade deadline (35:02). They end the pod by pondering whether De’Aaron Fox’s injury is forecasting a Lakers-Warriors Round 2 matchup (39:17). Hosts: Seerat Sohi and Michael Pina Associate Producer: Chris Sutton Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz and Conor Nevins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja are back to discuss how the Golden State Warriors tied the series against the Sacramento Kings and what sets the two teams apart before they look ahead at Game 5 (2:00). Next, the guys talk about how this year’s NBA playoffs have been officiated and how the league has handled recent ejections (37:00). Later, they preview Monday’s Game 4 matchups between Milwaukee and Miami and Memphis and Los Angeles (49:00). Finally, Kerm joins the guys for the final ‘Snowfall’ talk (58:00). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and Wos recap Saturday’s playoff games, starting with the Lakers bouncing back in Game 3 and beating the Grizzlies easily. They discuss the Grizzlies' abysmal start to the game, Dillon Brooks's poor performance and ejection, and more. Next, they talk about the Suns taking a commanding 3-1 lead over the Clippers (20:28). They talk about Russell Westbrook’s impressive showing, Chris Paul’s vintage performance, and more. Then, they talk about the Sixers sweeping the Nets. They give their thoughts on the Sixers without Joel Embiid and what’s next for the Nets (40:25). They wrap up with the Heat taking a 2-1 lead over the Bucks. They discuss the Bucks' struggles on defense, the Duncan Robinson resurgence, and Victor Oladipo’s season-ending injury(55:00). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to The Ringer NBA Show's Saturday reactions with J. Kyle Mann and Tyler Parker. Over the course of the 2023 playoffs the two will be discussing and reacting to games and NBA news every Saturday. This week the guys discuss Game 3s for the Hawks-Celtics (2:02), Knicks-Cavs (16:55), and the Nuggets-Timberwolves. (31:57). Later in the pod, the two share their reactions to the Raptors firing head coach Nick Nurse after 5 seasons (42:26). Hosts: J. Kyle Mann and Tyler Parker Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Austin and Pausha are kicking things off by offering their tips for choosing your best pick-up basketball team (8:05). Then, they jump back into the playoff rotation and discuss the Jarret Allen–Julius Randle and Draymond Green–Domantas Sabonis altercations (13:03), before talking through adjustments the T-Wolves have to make heading into Game 3 against the Nuggets (22:32) and which playoff series they're enjoying most (35:50). Lastly, they discuss a hard knocks solution for increasing the casual fan's interest in basketball (43:18). Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi Producers: Erika Cervantes and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja are back to discuss the ongoing trash talk between Dillon Brooks and LeBron James as well as what’s in store for the rest of the series (1:07). Along the way, they reflect on the Game 2 matchups between Miami and Milwaukee and Minnesota and Denver (25:02). Next, the guys share their thoughts on the NBA’s decision to suspend Draymond Green for Game 3 of the Warriors-Kings first-round series before previewing Thursday’s Clippers-Suns game (32:48). Finally, the guys close out with their Real Ones of the Week (57:40). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and Wos recap Wednesday night’s slate of Game 2s, starting with the Nuggets’ defeat of the Timberwolves (02:36). They discuss Jamal Murray’s return to playoff mode and the Wolves’ third-quarter surge. Then they discuss the Grizzlies’ victory over the Lakers and the subpar performances from Anthony Davis and D’Angelo Russell (16:51). After, they discuss the Bucks’ convincing win over the Heat without Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Wizards parting ways with GM Tommy Sheppard (36:02). The guys end the pod by opening up the suggestion box (52:48). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producer: Eduardo Ocampo Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seerat and Michael get together to share their collective shock at witnessing the Sacramento Kings take a 2-0 lead over the Golden State Warriors in their first-round series. They dissect the Draymond Green stomp on Domantas Sabonis, marvel at De’Aaron Fox’s performance down the stretch of the game, and discuss the adjustments Steve Kerr should make going forward (4:05). Next, they break down the 76ers' victory over the Nets and conclude that Joel Embiid’s talent and skill set may be too much for Brooklyn to overcome (28:45). Hosts: Seerat Sohi and Michael Pina Associate Producer: Chris Sutton Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz and Conor Nevins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja are back to discuss Game 1 of the Los Angeles Clippers-Phoenix Suns first round series and Russell Westbrook’s huge late-game impact (1:00). Next, they talk about the Los Angeles Lakers Game 1 win in Memphis behind the sensational performances of Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura (20:00). Along the way, the guys react to the Miami Heat’s upset win and break down what Game 1 of a first-round series is like for an underdog team (37:00). Later, they preview Monday’s Game 2 matchups between BKN-PHI and GSW-SAC (48:00). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and Wos discuss their initial takeaways from all of Saturday’s Game 1s. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected]. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wos returns for the last episode of ‘Weekends’ this season with all-star professional gambler and principal owner of Spanish soccer club CD Castellón, Haralabos "Bob" Voulgaris, to discuss all things happening in the play-in right now and leading up to the playoffs. Focusing mostly on the Western Conference, the two ponder the teams in the West, featuring the Denver Nuggets, Phoenix Suns, Los Angeles Lakers, and Golden State Warriors, and discuss an array of topics and predictions going into the playoffs. The two then talk Eastern Conference towards the end of episode, mainly discussing mainly the Boston Celtics. Host: Wosny Lambre Guest: Haralabos "Bob" Voulgaris Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Austin and Pausha unpack all that went down during the Timberwolves-Lakers play-in game on Tuesday, from the Lakers comeback to Mike Conley’s ridiculously clutch free throws, before addressing what needs to be done to clinch the eighth seed vs. the Thunder (3:52). Then, they break down teams to watch heading into the postseason, from the Cavs-Knicks matchup to a defending champion Warriors squad against the Kings (15:19). Later, Austin sets straight his thoughts on the Bronny James NIL valuation (37:01), and touches on the Kyle Kuzma-Spencer Dinwiddie drama (46:45). Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi Producers: Erika Cervantes and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja are back to dive into the controversy surrounding Zion Williamson dunking before the play-in game against the Thunder but then sitting out of the game itself (02:00). Later, they preview Friday’s matchups while looking back at Tuesday's and Wednesday’s games (36:00). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and Wos recap Wednesday night's play-in games starting with Oklahoma City’s road win over the New Orleans Pelicans. They talk about Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s impressive performance, the development of the Thunder’s young core, what’s next for the Pelicans, and more (2:11). Then they talk about the Chicago Bulls' comeback win over the Toronto Raptors. They try to figure out what the future looks like for the Raptors, Zach Lavine’s incredible scoring display, DeMar DeRozan’s daughter Diar distracting the Raptors, and more (34:56). The suggestion box is back next week! Send us your emails at [email protected] Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, Wosny Lambre Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Seerat start their conversation by talking about the end of March Madness and the general scramble around the league at the end of the NBA's regular season. This leads to an examination of the highly publicized on-court altercation between Rudy Gobert and Kyle Anderson (8:12). They then dissect, analyze, and share their picks for each of the play-in matchups this week. Timberwolves-Lakers (20:01) Hawks-Heat (23:18) Thunder-Pelicans (36:36) Bulls-Raptors (47:08) Hosts: J. Kyle Mann and Seerat Sohi Associate Producer: Chris Sutton Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz and Conor Nevins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja are back to discuss Rudy Gobert’s thrown punch at Minnesota Timberwolves teammate Kyle Anderson after a confrontation during the final game of the regular season (3:00). Next, they react to the news of Gobert’s one-game suspension against the Los Angeles Lakers before previewing the upcoming play-in tournament games (30:00). Finally, Kerm joins the guys for ‘Snowfall’ talk (51:00). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and Wos recap the wild final day of the NBA's regular season. They start with the altercation between Rudy Gobert and Kyle Anderson (8:51). Then, they discuss how all the seeding in the Western Conference shook out and who has the easiest path to the Finals. They preview all the play-in tournament matchups and who they expect to make the playoffs. They also talk about the contenders in each conference (38:32) before wrapping up with some coaching carousel news. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Austin and Pausha are back and drop their thoughts on Bronny James’s NIL valuation (5:23), react to both NCAA tournaments and more specifically, the media-driven “drama” surrounding Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark (13:44). Then, they discuss the evolution of the game with thoughts on the changes coming to the new CBA (24:44). Later, they make the case for Joel Embiid as MVP (30:22), and then wrap things up with another round of Story Time and Austin Rivers’s Pet Peeves (37:50). Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi Producers: Erika Cervantes and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wos returns this weekend with familiar guest and women’s basketball writer for The Athletic Sabreena Merchant to discuss her two favorite things: the Lakers and women’s basketball. The two mull over the Lakers as they head into the postseason, and potentially the play-in tournament. Later, the two discuss the big headlines over the women’s NCAA tournament championship game between LSU and Iowa, examining the basketball, race wars, and the internet eruption over this game. Host: Wosny Lambre Guest: Sabreena Merchant Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja are back to discuss Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban’s recent comments on losing Jalen Brunson in free agency to the New York Knicks (1:00). Next, they talk about last night’s game between the Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers and the role scheduling plays in late-season matchups (26:58). Finally, the guys close out with their Real Ones of the Week (50:10). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and Wos debate who the MVP should be, and then they discuss their All-NBA team selections (32:31). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producer: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Seerat get together to discuss the NBA MVP award and begin their conversation by examining the meaning of the trophy in relation to a team’s success. This leads to an extensive conversation about the three leading candidates in this year's race: Joel Embiid, Nikola Jokic, and Giannis Antetokounmpo. They dive deep into the individual stats for each, determine how far they can take their squads in the playoffs, and compare these current contenders to significant MVP races in past seasons (16:32). Hosts: J. Kyle Mann and Seerat Sohi Associate Producer: Chris Sutton Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz and Conor Nevins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja are back to discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo’s MVP case and whether or not voter fatigue has impacted his chances to win the award this season (3:16). Next, they talk about the strange decision by the Los Angeles Clippers to sit Kawhi Leonard in the second half of a close game against the Memphis Grizzlies (25:00). Later, the guys close with some predictions on a few upcoming matchups in the Western Conference (40:07). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wos is back this weekend with an incredible guest, two-time NBA champion J.R. Smith, to discuss his new four-part docuseries, 'Redefined: J.R. Smith,' which unravels the story of J.R.'s resilience. Throughout the podcast, the two discuss his early career and what it was like being drafted at the age of 19, the role of the media and how he dealt with the limelight, his time spent going back to college at North Carolina A&T, and winning his championships. Host: Wosny Lambre Guest: J.R. Smith Producers: Jade Whaley and Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan is joined by The Ringer’s Rob Mahoney to discuss the increasingly chaotic Western Conference as the end of the regular season approaches. They break down which teams are serious contenders in the conference to make it to the NBA Finals, the potential playoff matchups, and the teams fighting for a spot in the Play-In Tournament (1:00). Finally, they close with their Real Ones of the Week (54:51). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Guest: Rob Mahoney Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and Wos recap the Mavericks’ loss to the Sixers (02:18). They discuss Kyrie Irving’s postgame comments regarding the team’s struggles, and then move on to debating whether the Sixers are reliable. Then, they talk about the Suns’ victory over the Timberwolves, Kevin Durant’s return, and whether Rudy Gobert has regressed offensively (21:10). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producer: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seerat and Kyle get together to discuss the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award. They begin by talking about the history of the award and some of the significant winners in the past who have come to define it. Next, they profile two of the current front-runners for the trophy, Brook Lopez and Jaren Jackson Jr., and highlight the unique defensive skill sets they provide for their respective squads (22:40). They end the pod by examining players who could be future DPOYs and make their pick for who should win it this year (47:31). Hosts: Seerat Sohi and J. Kyle Mann Associate Producer: Chris Sutton Production Supervision: Conor Nevins and Benjamin Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja are back to share their thoughts on the Dallas Mavericks’ major struggles since trading for Kyrie Irving and what it means for the future of their partnership (3:00). Next, they bring back Do We Believe Their Raps? to debate the status of teams fighting for playoff spots in the West as the final stretch of the regular season approaches (25:45). Later, Kerm joins the guys for ‘Snowfall’ talk (49:00). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wos is back, this time with The Athletic, Boston Celtics writer Jay King to talk Celtics. Starting off discussing the Jaylen Brown trade rumors and their thoughts on the situation (1:41), next discussing the Celtics overall season and how they are looking gearing up for playoffs (17:30), and lastly they discuss the role of owners in the NBA (30:52). Host: Wosny Lambre Guest: Jay King Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Austin and Pausha are joined by Karl-Anthony Towns to discuss his triumphant return to the court after missing over 50 games with a Grade 3 calf strain (1:37). They reflect on Minnesota’s warm welcome, KAT’s big 22-point return, and how the team held it down without him for almost four months (8:23). Then, they go down memory lane and reflect on KAT’s career with his carousel of coaches, GMs, and playing with the Big Ticket himself, Kevin Garnett (39:05). Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi Guest: Karl-Anthony Towns Producer: Erika Cervantes, Ben Cruz Additional Production Support: Megan Schuster and Bobby Wagner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan is joined by national NBA writer for the Boston Globe Gary Washburn to discuss Jaylen Brown’s recent comments on his future with the Boston Celtics and his complicated relationship with the team. Finally, they close out with their Real Ones of the Week. Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Guest: Gary Washburn Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

By the 2025-26 season, which teams will be in the best or worst situations? Justin, Rob, and Wos each pick the five teams they believe have the worst outlook, including the Wizards, Rockets, and Blazers (01:11). Then, they each pick the teams they believe have the brightest future, including the Cavaliers, Thunder, and Grizzlies (53:18). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producer: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seerat and Kyle get together to discuss the NBA Rookie of the Year award. They start their conversation by talking about past winners of the award and debating if players who win the award are destined for all-time greatness. This leads to a conversation about the ’09-10 season race between Tyreke Evans and Steph Curry and other particularly impressive rookie debuts in NBA history (11:59). After the break, they take a look at the current race for the award, which heavily favors Paolo Banchero and Jalen Williams, while they also examine some outliers for the award (28:57). Hosts: Seerat Sohi and J. Kyle Mann Associate Producer: Chris Sutton Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz and Conor Nevins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja are back to discuss the recent back-and-forth between Dillon Brooks and Klay Thompson and the significance of a team enforcer (3:00). Next, they briefly talk about Michael Jordan as a front office executive (33:46). Later, Kerm joins the guys for ‘Snowfall’ talk (40:56). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wos returns with The Athletic’s basketball analytics writer, Seth Partnow, to discuss the drastic explosion of scoring in the NBA and how that is affecting the game, the Milwaukee Bucks as the leading Eastern Conference team, and where they see the Bucks as finals contenders. Lastly, the two discuss the their potential picks for MVPs. Host: Wosny Lambre Guest: Seth Partnow Producer: Brian Waters and Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices