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Khris Middleton Leads the Bucks to a Series-Tying Game 4 Victory. Plus: Jovan Buha on Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers. | Real Ones
15 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As Raja sits sulking in the Fort Lauderdale airport, Logan and guest host Seerat Sohi discuss all the particulars of the Bucks’ Game 4 win on Wednes...
The Bucks Squeeze Out a Win in Game 4 Despite Devin Booker’s Best Efforts. Plus: Kawhi Leonard’s Knee Surgery and Ben Simmons Trade Rumors. | Group Chat
15 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Coming to you live on Greenroom right after Game 4 of the NBA Finals or whenever you like on Spotify (or wherever you get your podcasts), Justin, Rob,...
The Bucks Turn Up the Pressure on Deandre Ayton and Devin Booker to Win Game 3 | Real Ones
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja come to you after the Bucks trounce the Suns in Game 3 of the NBA Finals in Milwaukee to talk about how Deandre Ayton responded to incr...
Giannis Dominates as the Bucks Win Game 3 | Postgame
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Just after Game 3, Justin Verrier and J. Kyle Mann come together to break down the Bucks win and look forward to the rest of the series. They discuss ...
The Suns Take a 2-0 Lead. Can the Bucks Come Back? | The Answer
09 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Immediately following Game 2, Chris and Seerat discuss the Suns taking care of business in a clinical manner (2:30) and if the Bucks can still make it...
The 2021 NBA Finals Is the Chris Paul Legacy Series | Real Ones
08 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja discuss the Suns beating the Bucks in Game 1 of the NBA Finals (0:42), then go through The Ringer’s 2021 NBA Finals Entrance Survey a...
The Phoenix Suns Take Game 1 of the NBA Finals | Group Chat
07 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos get together after Game 1 of the NBA Finals to talk about the Suns’ thrilling win over the Bucks (including a hobbled Giannis A...
The Bucks Beat the Hawks and Advance to the NBA Finals | Postgame
04 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin O'Connor and J. Kyle Mann rejoin after Game 6 in Atlanta to discuss Milwaukee's victory over the Hawks and advancing to the Finals against the S...
Who Is on Our All-NBA Playoff Team? | The Answer
02 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by The Ringer’s Justin Verrier to recap the Bucks’ Game 5 victory over the Hawks (1:11). Then they each draft an All–NBA Playoff...
Chris Paul Puts Up 41 Points to Go to His First NBA Finals. Plus: Bucks-Hawks Game 5 Preview | Real Ones
01 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chief Meme Officer Jomi joins up top for a prolific Clippers pack watch (0:28). Then Logan and Raja talk about the Suns’ first trip to the NBA Final...
The Phoenix Suns Are Headed to the NBA Finals | Group Chat
01 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Big Wos get together to talk about the Suns’ win over the Clippers in Game 6 of the Western Conference finals to make it through to...
Paul George Leads the Clippers to Victory in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals | Real Ones
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja convene after Paul George leads the Clippers to a win over the Suns in Game 5 of the Western Conference finals to talk about how he has...
The Suns Take a 3-1 Lead Over the Clippers | Postgame
27 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After a bizarre game, the Phoenix Suns scraped out a a win over the Clippers in a knock-down, drag-out fourth quarter. Kevin O'Connor and J. Kyle Mann...
The Bucks Destroy the Hawks and Why Are Young Players Succeeding in the Playoffs? | The Answer
26 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Seerat is joined by the Ringer's Rob Mahoney to break down the Bucks' beat down of the Hawks in Game 2 (0:51) and take some listener questions (38:40)...
Hawks Outwork the Bucks to Win Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Plus: Rick Carlisle Is the New Pacers Head Coach. | Real Ones
24 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja first touch on Thursday morning’s news that Rick Carlisle has been hired by the Indiana Pacers to be the new head coach (0:38). Then ...
Trae Young Astounds in Game 1 Victory Over the Bucks. Plus: Ime Udoka Is the New Celtics Head Coach | Group Chat
24 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Big Wos convene after the Hawks bested the Bucks in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals to talk about Trae Young’s unbelievable...
Is Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Game Misunderstood? Plus: The 76ers Collapse, the Suns Take Game 1, and Trae Young Is a Beast. | Real Ones
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The second round of the NBA playoffs have come to an intense and exhilarating conclusion and the conference finals have begun. Logan and Raja take you...
The Hawks Advance, the Suns Take Game 1, and We Preview the Draft Lotto | Post Game
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin O'Connor and J. Kyle Mann bring you in-depth analysis from Sunday's NBA playoff games beginning with the Game 7 Hawks victory over the Sixers (0...
Crazy Clippers Comeback, Sixers Force Game 7 and What Does The Kemba Trade Mean? | The Answer
19 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by J. Kyle Mann to talk about the Clippers' comeback against the Jazz (1:00) and the Sixers forcing a game 7 against the Hawks (14:07)...
David Aldridge on Ben Simmons, Postseason Injuries, Kevin Durant’s Greatness, and More | Real Ones
17 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Athletic’s David Aldridge joins Logan and Raja to talk about the 76ers' collapse against the Hawks on Wednesday night and the role Ben Simmons p...
The Hawks Eke Out Incredible Comeback Win Against the 76ers and the Clippers Take Game 5 Without Kawhi Leonard. Plus: The Coaching Carousel Starts Turning Early. | Group Chat
17 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Ringer’s Jonathan Tjarks joins Justin, Rob, and Wos live on Greenroom Wednesday night to talk about the Hawks incredible comeback against the 76...
The Hawks and Clippers Bring Their Series to 2-2. Plus: Luka Doncic Flexes His Star Power. | Real Ones
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Logan is joined by The Ringer’s Seerat Sohi Monday night to discuss the Hawks narrowly beating the 76ers to tie up their series (1:40) and the Clipp...
The Bucks Tie Their Series and the Suns Sweep! | Post Game
14 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin O'Connor and J. Kyle Mann sit down to analyze this Sunday's NBA playoff games and preview the week ahead. They begin with the Bucks, who tied th...
Joel Embiid Leads the Sixers to a Game 3 Win & What is the State of NBA Villains? | The Answer
12 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Seerat is joined by The Ringer's Rob Mahoney to begin to eulogize the Nuggets after the Suns take a 3-0 series lead (2:25) and discuss Joel Embiid and...
Chris Bosh on Getting the Heatles Together and Much More. Plus: Chris Paul Is the Suns’ Secret Sauce. | Real Ones
10 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja talk about what Chris Paul has done on and off the court to boost this Suns team through the postseason after they mollywhopped the Nug...
The Suns Blow Out the Nuggets in Game 2. Plus: Small Markets and Young Stars Rule the 2021 Playoffs. | Group Chat
10 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos talk about the Suns blowing the Nuggets out in Game 2 of the Western Conference semifinals Wednesday night (0:55). Then, with mos...
2021 NBA Playoffs for The Ringer NBA Show
09 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Ringer NBA team is providing instant reactions to all the playoff action and news five days a week. SUN: postgame show with Kevin O'Connor and J. ...
The Phoenix Suns Are For Real. Plus: The Bucks-Nets Series Is A Bummer So Far. | Real Ones
08 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Late Monday night, Logan and Raja get into Game 1 of the Suns-Nuggets second-round matchup, which Phoenix ran away with in the second half (2:15). The...
The Clippers Advance, A Weird Game In Philly, and Monday's Matchups | Post Game
07 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin O'Connor and J. Kyle Mann sit down every Sunday of the NBA playoffs to bring you in-depth analysis of the latest matchups! Today they break down...
Kawhi's Monster Game 6 & Are Young Players Taking Over? | The Answer
05 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Seerat is joined by The Ringer's Rob Mahoney to recap Kawhi Leonard's incredible performance in the Clippers' win over the Mavs, and they look ahead t...
David Fizdale on Luka and Juan Toscano-Anderson Shares Unique NBA Journey | Real Ones
03 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
David Fizdale joins Logan and Raja to talk about Luka Doncic’s heroic performance in Game 5 against the Clippers to go up 3-2 in the series (0:30), ...
The Clippers Have No Answer For Luka. Plus, Celtics Upheaval and an Early Sixers-Hawks Preview | Group Chat
03 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos are joined by The Ringer's Jonathan Tjarks to discuss the Mavericks beating the Clippers again in Staples Center to take a 3-2 se...
Bill Simmons on Ben Simmons, the Celtics, and Playoff Predictions. Plus, Fans Are Still Acting Stupid. | Real Ones
01 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Simmons joins Logan and Raja on Monday night to talk about whether Ben Simmons can carry the 76ers through without Joel Embiid (3:34), how the Bu...
Can the Clippers Come Back and Win the Series? | The Answer
29 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Seerat Sohi is joined by Wosny Lambre to discuss the Los Angeles Clippers' Game 3 win and if they believe the Clippers can come back and win the serie...
Ja Morant Puts Up a Career-High 47 Points. Plus: When Fans Cross the Line, With CC Sabathia. | Real Ones
27 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja start today’s podcast off by commending Ja Morant on his career-high 47 points against the Utah Jazz (0:28), looking forward to Game ...
The Clippers Are on the Verge of Disaster Again, Plus the Real Nets and Lakers Show Up | Group Chat
26 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos start by discussing another disappointing performance from Clippers against the Mavs. Then they discuss the Lakers evening up the...
The Bucks Blow the Heat Away in Game 2. Plus: The Knicks-Hawks Series Is the Highlight of Round 1 and a Lakers Vent Session. | Real Ones
25 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
First things first, noted Minnesota Timberwolves fan Barflaan Tedoe shows up to tell us why he's so mad (0:18). Then Logan and Raja get into all the e...
Were the Play-in Games a Success? | The Answer
21 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Ryan and Seerat Sohi start by deciding whether the play-in format was a success (0:54). Then they talk about what other changes the league could...
Lamar Odom on His Journey Through the NBA, Addiction, and Being Reborn. Plus: Lakers Defeat Warriors in the Play-In With Marcus Thompson. | Real Ones
20 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
First things first, The Athletic’s Marcus Thompson joins Logan and Raja to talk about the incredible Warriors-Lakers play-in game Wednesday night (0...
Tatum’s 50-Point Performance and Best Young Cores in the Playoffs | Ringer NBA University
19 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin O’Connor, J. Kyle Mann, and Jonathan Tjarks start by discussing the Celtics clinching the 7-seed in the East led by Jayson Tatum’s 50-point ...
The Seven Biggest Questions of the Play-in/offs | Group Chat
18 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The play-in tournament is upon us and Justin, Rob, and Wos join forces to tackle the biggest questions surrounding the matchups (03:00). We also s...
The Regular Season Is Over. Here Come the NBA Playoffs. | Real Ones
17 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After the final minutes of NBA regular-season basketball wrap up, Logan is joined by Seerat Sohi and Wos Lambre to discuss Steph Curry’s unbelievabl...
So Your Team's Not Gonna Make the Postseason. Now What? | The Answer
14 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by Tyler Parker, author of The Ringer's Tank Diaries, to discuss the Thunder missing the postseason for the second time in their OKC e...
A’ja Wilson on Cultivating Her Mental Health, the Upcoming WNBA Season, and More. Plus: The Talen Horton-Tucker Wars Continue. | Real Ones
13 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
First things first, friend of the show Jomi Adeniran returns to collect apologies from Logan and Raja after months of foolishness concerning one beaut...
Regular-Season Awards Ballot | Group Chat
11 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Justin and Rob are joined by The Ringer’s Wosny Lambre to discuss who they believe is the MVP of the 2021 season (02:00). Later, they make their pic...
Do the Lakers Have a Playoffs Problem? Plus, Time to Give Russell Westbrook His Flowers.
10 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lani Renaldo takes Raja to task for his opinions about Dunkin' (1:00). Then, Raja and Logan get into the Lakers' current problems and whether Anthony ...
What Are We Looking Forward to in the Playoffs? | The Answer
07 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by the newest member of The Ringer's staff, Wosny Lambre, to talk about what they're expecting and looking forward to come playoff tim...
Enes Kanter on Damian Lillard’s Loyalty, Russell Westbrook’s Intensity, and His Activism | Real Ones
06 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
First off, Logan and Raja get into the on-court spat between Indiana Pacers assistant coach Greg Foster and center Goga Bitadze (0:30) and J.A. Adande...
LaMelo’s Creativity, Michael Porter Jr.’s Development, and All-Rookie Teams | Ringer NBA University
05 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin O’Connor and J. Kyle Mann discuss the development of some of the young stars in the league, including Zion Williamson (3:32), LaMelo Ball (9:5...
Ranking the Top 25 Players in the NBA | Group Chat
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Justin and Rob open the show with reactions to a solid outing from Marc Gasol in the Lakers' win against the Nuggets and then discuss if the Lakers sh...
The Lakers Are Imploding. Plus: Giannis Antetokounmpo vs. Kevin Durant. | Real Ones
03 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This Monday, Logan and Raja are joined by The Ringer's Danyel Smith of 'Black Girl Songbook,' who tells them why she's so mad (0:23). Then they talk a...
What Can the NBA Draft Learn From the NFL Draft? | The Answer
30 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by Kevin O’Connor to discuss the differences between the NBA and NFL drafts, and what the NBA can adapt from the NFL’s draft to im...
Chris Paul Is a Star and the Suns Are for Real. Plus: 10-Day-Contract Life With Paolo Uggetti, Kevin Love’s Outburst, and Russell Westbrook Disrespect. | Real Ones
29 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja have given you Darius Miles and Boris Diaw. They’ve given you The Kid Mero. So listen to this lovely basketball catch-up between two ...
Which Play-in Game Teams Do We Believe in Most? | Group Chat
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Justin and Rob start by ranking the eight potential play-in game teams by who they believe will be most successful in that format (4:16). Then they ar...
The Kid Mero + 'Real Ones' New York Knicks Spectacular | Real Ones
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Clap your Timbs in the air because Bronx legend The Kid Mero joins Logan and Raja today amidst the Knicks’ nine game winning streak to talk absolute...
What's Wrong With the NBA? And Whose Job Is It to Fix It? | The Answer
23 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by Ben Falk from ‘Cleaning the Glass’ to discuss NBA rule changes vs. team and player innovations to get a competitive edge, and h...
Boris Diaw on Traversing the Globe, Why the Suns Fell Apart, Guarding LeBron James, and Much More | Real Ones
22 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The man, the myth, the legend Boris Diaw joins Logan and Raja on a veritable odyssey through his interests and career, starting with his travels aroun...
How Good Are the Knicks? Plus, an OKC Deep Dive With Tyler Parker. | Ringer NBA University
21 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin O’Connor and J. Kyle Mann start by discussing how good the New York Knicks can be during the rest of the regular season and potentially in the...
Steph Curry on Fire, and the NBA Viewership Decline | Group Chat
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Justin and Rob discuss Steph Curry's greatness over the past set of games, and float his name in the MVP debate (02:00). Later, they are joined by The...
The Knicks Are (Almost) Back, Baby! Plus: Listener Questions and Mad Hoopers! | Real Ones
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Ringer’s Trudy Joseph joins Logan and Raja to tell them why she’s so mad (0:22). Then, in the wake of New York's six-game winning streak, Loga...
Is Steph Curry the Feel-Good Story of the Year? | The Answer
16 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by The Ringer's J. Kyle Mann to discuss Steph Curry's play on the court. They weigh in on the debate about whether Curry should be sho...
Darius Miles on Coming Up on the Clippers, LeBron James Arriving in Cleveland, the "Jail Blazers" Media Narrative, and More | Real Ones
15 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
First up, Logan and Raja discuss LaMarcus Aldridge’s sudden retirement from the league (0:35). Then Darius Miles joins the podcast to talk about joi...
Jamal Murray Is Out for the Season, Rookie of the Year Leaders, and 2021 Draft Prospects | Group Chat
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Justin and Rob open the show discussing what Jamal Murray’s torn ACL means for the Denver Nuggets’ season and the Western Conference playoff race ...
Kevin Durant and Draymond Green’s Relationship and the Brooklyn Nets’ Chances at a Championship with Eddie Gonzalez | Real Ones
12 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Eddie Gonzalez (@bansky) from ‘The ETCs’ podcast with Kevin Durant joins Logan and Raja to talk about his recent interview with Draymond Green and...
Did the Nets Solve the Regular Season? | The Answer
09 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by The Ringer’s Rob Mahoney to discuss the Nets' experimental approach to the regular season (02:00), the success of buyout addition...
Steph Curry Proves He’s Still On Top. Plus: Nikola Jokic’s MVP Case and New WNBA Kits | Real Ones
08 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After feeding the streets Mikal Bridges, Steve Kerr, Vernon Maxwell, Greg Monroe, and Monica McNutt, Logan and Raja take a Thursday to catch up themse...
Progress Reports for Trade Deadline Movers and the Draft Stock of Some NCAA Tournament Stars | Ringer NBA University
07 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin O’Connor and J. Kyle Mann start by handing out progress reports for players who got traded at the deadline, including Aaron Gordon (1:00). The...
The Warriors Are Falling Light-years Behind | Group Chat
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Justin and Rob are joined by the cohosts of ‘Light Years: A Golden State Warriors Pod,’ Andy Liu and Sam Esfandiari, to discuss the Warriors’ st...
Monica McNutt on Stanford’s NCAA Championship, the Knicks’ Success, the Upcoming WNBA Season, and More. Plus: 'Bridgerton' Season 2 Is Announced. | Real Ones
05 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
First things first, the Mad Hooper Talia Caldwell tells Logan and Raja why she’s so mad (0:25). After that, The Ringer’s Jomi Adeniran pops by to ...
What Will the Future of the NBA on TV Look Like? | The Answer
02 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by CNBC sports business reporter Jabari Young to discuss how the next NBA TV deal could change how we watch basketball (02:00). Later,...
Greg Monroe on Getting Back Into the NBA During a Pandemic. Plus: JJ Redick Complains About Being Traded to the Mavericks | Real Ones
01 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja first get into JJ Redick’s complaints about the Pelicans front office trading him to the Dallas Mavericks instead of the Brooklyn Net...
Buyout Market Moves and the New-Look Nuggets | Group Chat
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Justin and Rob open the show with a discussion of the many buyout market players being picked up, including Andre Drummond to the Lakers and LaMarcus ...
Vernon Maxwell on Defending Michael Jordan, Trash-talking, Larry Brown, and Much More | Real Ones
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
First things first, the king of Lakers Twitter, Ry Cole (@JustRyCole), tells Logan why he’s so mad (0:12). Then Vernon Maxwell joins Logan and Raja ...
What Are the Biggest Unsolved Mysteries From the Trade Deadline? | The Answer
26 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by Justin Verrier and Rob Mahoney to dive into some of the greatest unsolved mysteries from the trade deadline and look back at the mo...
NBA Trade Deadline Instant Reactions | Real Ones
25 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Logan is joined by real one Chris Ryan to react to all the trades and transactions, or lack thereof, after the deadline, including the Raptors holding...
Young Players Who Could Be on the Move at the Trade Deadline. Plus: Players to Watch During March Madness. | Ringer NBA University
24 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin O’Connor, Jonathan Tjarks, and J. Kyle Mann start by discussing some of the young players who have been rumored in potential trade deadline de...
Five Biggest Names That Could Move by the Trade Deadline | Group Chat
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Justin and Rob are joined by Steve Jones Jr. of the Dunker Spot Podcast to discuss the biggest names that could be moved by this Thursday’s trade de...
Steve Kerr on Why He Traded Raja Bell, Coaching the Warriors Dynasty, and Much More | Real Ones
22 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
First things first, Logan and Raja are joined by the Mad Hooper @DragonflyJonez, who tells them why he’s so mad (0:18). After that, Logan and Raja t...
The Hawks?! | The Answer
19 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by writer and Hawks fan Rembert Browne to discuss what it’s been like rooting for the Hawks in their up-and-down season and their cu...
Mikal Bridges on Chris Paul’s Contributions, Gaining Confidence in the Bubble, and Much More | Real Ones
18 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja touch on how P.J. Tucker can help the Bucks and what Torrey Craig can do for the Suns (0:30), before Logan chats with Suns forward Mika...
The Celtics' Potential Trade Deadline Moves | Group Chat
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Tjarks, and Rob open with a discussion on Marvin Bagley's hand injury and what it means for this season and the future for the Kings (02:00). ...
LaMelo Ball Is a Rookie Sensation. Plus: A One-Year Retrospective on the League Shutdown, and Meyers Leonard’s Anti-Semitic Outburst.
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja start off by remembering where they were when they found out the 2019-20 NBA season was suspended (3:00), then they talk about the NBA’...
Is the NBA No Country for Old Men? | The Answer
12 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by The Ringer’s Shea Serrano to look back at the LaMarcus Aldridge era of the Spurs in light of the recent news that Aldridge and th...
Jameer Nelson on Mental Health, Playing With Dwight Howard, the G League, and More | Real Ones
11 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja are joined by former NBA All-Star Jameer Nelson to talk about growing up in the Philly basketball scene (0:30), his struggles with ment...
Deep Dive on the Charlotte Hornets and Handing Out Mid-Term Grades | Ringer NBA University
10 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin O’Connor, Jonathan Tjarks, and J. Kyle Mann start by discussing LaMelo Ball’s impressive rookie season and the Charlotte Hornets' fun young ...
Big Questions for the Second Half of the NBA Season | Group Chat
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Tjarks are joined by Travonne Edwards of The Athletic to discuss which teams' first-half performances they're not buying as legitimat...
All-Star Gripes and Glories, Kevin Garnett’s Rocky Relationship With the Timberwolves, and Blake Griffin Signs With the Nets | Real Ones
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
First things first, the Mad Hooper, Kellen Becoats of The Ringer, stops by to tell us why he's so mad (0:25). Then Logan and Raja get into their highl...
What Have We Learned From the First Half of the NBA Season? | The Answer
05 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by The Athletic’s Wosny Lambre to discuss what lessons they’ve learned from the NBA season thus far (02:30). Some topics include J...
Deron Williams on Jerry Sloan, Getting Traded to the Nets, Team USA, and Much More | Real Ones
04 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Three-time NBA All-Star and two-time Olympic gold medalist Deron Williams joins Logan and Raja to discuss getting traded midseason from the Jazz to th...
Reacting to the Hawks Coaching Change, and No Power Rankings | Group Chat
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Tjarks, and Rob discuss the Hawks firing Lloyd Pierce and installing Nate McMillan as interim head coach (01:00). Later, they debate their No ...
Chris Webber on Why He Never Worked for the Kings Organization, Producing for Nas, and More | Real Ones
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Five-time NBA All-Star, top-shelf NBA commentator, and birthday boy Chris Webber joins Logan and Raja to talk about his new fund for minority-run cann...
What If Kyrie Was Right (About Coaching)? | The Answer
26 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by ESPN’s Kirk Goldsberry to discuss the shift in coaching style in the NBA during the player empowerment era, looking at Steve Nash...
David West on Playing With Chris Paul, His Will to Win, His Championships With the Warriors, and More | Real Ones
25 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja are joined this week by two-time NBA champion David West and they get into the nitty-gritty of his long career, starting with his time ...
The Bulls’ and Timberwolves’ Young Cores and First-Time All-Stars | Ringer NBA University
24 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin O’Connor, Jonathan Tjarks, and J. Kyle Mann start by discussing the four first-time All-Stars (1:54). Then they do a deep dive into the play o...
All-Star Reserves, Lakers Lose Three Straight, and Porzingis Trade Rumors | Group Chat
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Tjarks, and Rob are joined by The Ringer’s Dan Devine to discuss whether the Lakers are in trouble after losing three straight (01:30), as w...
Chris Finch Replaces Ryan Saunders As Timberwolves Head Coach. Plus: Draymond’s Ejection, AD’s Injury, and Buyout Season | Real Ones
22 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja invite the Mad Hooper Talia Caldwell to tell them why she’s so mad (0:30). Then Logan and Raja get into all the complications and fru...
What Does It Mean to Be on a Winning (Or Losing) Streak? | The Answer
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by The Athletic’s Tony Jones to discuss the success of the Utah Jazz, who currently sit at the top of the league standings (2:00). T...
Bomani Jones on NBA Activism, Kevin Durant’s Legacy, and More | Real Ones
18 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
ESPN’s Bomani Jones joins Logan and Raja this Thursday to talk about the NBA’s COVID response, the national anthem fiasco of late, what the NBA ca...
Is Andre Drummond Getting a Raw Deal? And Which Middling Teams Should Buy or Sell | Group Chat
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Tjarks discuss the ripple effects of Anthony Davis's recent calf strain (02:00), and the Spurs and Hornets dealing with COVID-19. The...
Should the NBA Mandate That Teams Play the National Anthem Before Games? Plus: The Utah Jazz Continue Their Rampage. | Real Ones
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja are joined once again by the Mad Hooper, Bleacher Report’s Barflaan Tedoe, who’s gonna tell them why he’s mad, son (0:01). Then, ...