The Ringer NBA Show

J.B. Bickerstaff on the NBA Strike and Racial Justice | The Mismatch

27 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC are joined by Cleveland Cavaliers head coach J.B. Bickerstaff to discuss the NBA players’ strike and how professional sports can lead ...

Emergency Podcast: Reactions to the NBA Players' Strike

26 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Logan Murdock, Rob Mahoney, and Van Lathan share their real-time reactions to the NBA postponing Wednesday's games as a result of the player strike ...

A Clippers and Mavs Blowout, and Pacers Fire Nate McMillan with Tom Haberstroh | Group Chat

26 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Jon, and Rob are joined by NBC Sports' Tom Haberstroh to talk about Tuesday's blowout between the Clippers and the Mavs, including the drama s...

The First Round: The Close, the Not, and the Swept | The Mismatch

25 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC discuss the competitive first-round matchups (1:16), teams that are figuratively on the ropes (28:37), and the already-concluded series ...

Luka Is Unreal, Fixing the Sixers, and "Kobe Day" | Real Ones

24 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja discuss Luka Doncic's stunning performance against the Clippers and where he fits in when it comes to the top franchise building blo...

Lottery Reactions! Plus: The Rockets Blast Off, Don’t Worry About the Lakers, and the Sixers Roll Over | The Mismatch

21 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC react to the 2020 NBA draft lottery (1:16) before discussing the ongoing first-round series in the playoffs (24:07). Hosts: Chris Verno...

The Lakers' Continued Offensive Woes, Clippers vs. Mavericks, and Giving Jimmy Butler the Respect He Deserves | Group Chat

19 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Jonathan, and Rob are joined by L.A. Times reporter Dan Woike to discuss the Los Angeles Lakers' woes against the Portland Trail Blazers in Ga...

Playoff Basketball Is Back: Breaking Down Jazz vs. Nuggets, Raptors vs. Nets, Sixers vs. Celtics, and Clippers vs. Mavericks | The Mismatch

18 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC break down the first day of playoff games, including Donovan Mitchell’s 57-point performance that still couldn’t save the Jazz (2:42...

Play-in Excitement, the Dame vs. Steph Debate, the Importance of Role Players in the Postseason | Real Ones

17 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Logan Murdock and Raja Bell sit down to discuss the winners and losers of this weekend's play-in games (09:18). Logan also debates Raja on his take ab...

The Portland Trail Blazers Advance, Plus: Next-Round Predictions | The Mismatch

14 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC discuss the Portland Trail Blazers' win over the Brooklyn Nets and what we can expect for their next matchup against the Memphis Grizzli...

Damian Lillard, Sixers Sadness, and What to Do With Denver | Group Chat

12 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Jonathan talk about bubble MVP Damian Lillard (01:25). Chris Ryan joins to discuss the downer of a time the 76ers are having and how ...

Seeds, Seeds, Seeds, Fixing the Sixers, and the Bubble Suns | The Mismatch

11 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC discuss the narrowing race for the 8-seed in the West (0:37), the never-ending quest to make the Philadelphia 76ers' roster fit together...

Damian Lillard Balls Out, Devin Booker in Phoenix, and Should We Worry About the Lakers? | Real Ones

10 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Logan Murdock and Raja Bell discuss this weekend’s games, including Damian Lillard’s incredible showing against the 76ers (00:41). They also talk ...

Kemba Walker on the Celtics’ Title Hopes, New York Basketball, and MJ Stories | R2C2 with CC Sabathia and Ryan Ruocco

08 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

CC and Ryan are joined by All-NBA point guard Kemba Walker to discuss how he’s adjusted to the Orlando bubble (11:58), New York basketball (25:13), ...

Dame Time in the Bubble, the Bright Now Suns, and the Race for the 8-Seed in the West | The Mismatch

07 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC discuss the Portland Trail Blazers’ strong push for the playoffs (1:18), the Phoenix Suns’ surprising run (17:54), and the jockeying...

The Excitement of the Rockets and Blazers, the Suns' Contention, and Nerd Corner With the Lakers | Group Chat

05 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

'Group Chat' returns to talk about the excitement in the NBA bubble, including the Rockets–Trail Blazers barn burner and the return of Carmelo Antho...

Shake’s Big Shot, Zion Bounces Back, and the Jimmy Butler Mystery | The Mismatch

04 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC react to Shake Milton’s clutch game-winner against the Spurs (0:43), the fight for the 8-seed (13:26), the micro-ball Rockets (23:40),...

Reporting on the Bubble With Raja Bell | Real Ones

03 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Logan Murdock is joined by Raja Bell as they break down the start of the NBA season. They discuss the kind of play they are seeing inside the bubble (...

Give Us More Lakers-Clippers, Free Zion, and the Seeding Race | The Mismatch

31 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC discuss the thrilling kickoff of seeding games in Orlando: Clippers-Lakers (0:42) and Jazz-Pelicans (32:51). Then, they preview the week...

Thibs in New York, Lou Will’s Excursion, and Seeding Games Preview | The Mismatch

28 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC discuss the New York Knicks hiring Tom Thibodeau (0:12), Lou Williams visiting Magic City while on leave from the Orlando campus (21:30)...

Basketball Is Back! Scrimmages Takeaways, Changing Expectations, and Mailbag Questions | The Mismatch

24 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Verno and KOC react to the first NBA scrimmages in Orlando and potential new game operations (4:28) before answering a few questions from you, the lis...

The Latest NBA COVID-19 Testing Reveals No New Positive Tests. Plus: Regular-Season Award Selections | The Mismatch

21 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the most recent NBA COVID-19 testing results, which revealed no new positive tests of players in the Orlando bubble (2:08). Then, we break ...

Which Team—Apart from the Lakers and Clippers—Has the Best Shot of Coming Out of the West? | The Mismatch

17 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the news that Victor Oladipo is now considering returning to play this season after previously stating he’d be out for the year (4:16). T...

Russell Westbrook Announces He Tested Positive for COVID-19. Plus: Bruno Caboclo and Richaun Holmes Break Quarantine. | The Mismatch

14 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Russell Westbrook announced on Instagram that he tested positive for COVID-19 and is experiencing mild symptoms while away from the team. What will th...

Senator Cory Booker on NCAA Reform, Speaking on the Senate Floor, the Criminal Justice System, and Fighting for a Better America | Flying Coach With Steve Kerr and Pete Carroll

13 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Steve and Pete provide updates on the upcoming NBA and NFL seasons before welcoming Senator Cory Booker to discuss player exploitation in the NCAA, hi...

Would the Bucks Give Giannis a 10-Year, $1 Billion Contract If There Were No Salary Cap? | The Mismatch

10 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the NBA bubble food photos that leaked on social media and the most recent roster additions for fringe playoff teams (2:11). Then, we open ...

Vince Carter and Antawn Jamison on Their Many Years in the League, Black Fatherhood, and Player Activism | The Bakari Sellers Podcast

08 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Bakari is joined by former NBA players Vince Carter and Antawn Jamison to talk about their respective NBA careers (8:15), Black fatherhood (22:29), Vi...

Bradley Beal Is Out for the Season. So, Remind Us Why the Wizards Are Going to Orlando? | The Mismatch

07 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the breaking news that Brad Beal will sit out the rest of the season to manage a shoulder injury he’s been dealing with this season. What...

How Will the Last Eight Games Affect Playoff Seeding?

30 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss how some of the lower seeds might get shuffled in the final eight games of the regular season before locking in the playoff matchups (10:30...

J.R. Smith Might Be Joining the Lakers to Replace Avery Bradley. Which Other Players Sitting Out Will Have the Biggest Impact? | The Mismatch

26 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

After the first wave of news about which NBA players are opting out of the Orlando bubble plan for the season’s restart, we discuss whether our view...

The Five Players We’re Most Intrigued by Post-Quarantine | The Mismatch

23 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A lot can change in an unprecedented, three-month interruption of the NBA season. After not seeing much of anything from players on social media since...

The NBA’s Orlando Health Guidelines, the 2009 Memphis Draft, and More Mailbag | The Mismatch

19 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We run through some of the details of the NBA’s 100-page booklet of health guidelines for when the league returns in Orlando (2:00), before revisiti...

A Growing Contingent of NBA Players Is Wondering If the League Should Return at All | The Mismatch

16 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A group of players reportedly led by Kyrie Irving held a phone call to discuss whether returning to play—amid the COVID-19 pandemic and continued so...

How Will the NBA Handle Growing Concern Over Its ‘Campus’ Environment? | The Mismatch

12 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As the restart of the NBA season gets closer and closer, there are rumblings among some players about how comfortable they will be about staying in th...

What Needs to Happen Before the NBA Officially Returns? | The Mismatch

09 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Now that we have a date for when the NBA will be playing games again, the focus has narrowed to what happens in the interim. We discuss the NBA’s ev...

The NBA’s Return Plan Was Approved by the Board of Governors. Now What? | The Mismatch

05 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

After Thursday’s board of governors call with Adam Silver, the NBA has almost unanimously approved the league’s plan to return with eight regular-...

As NBA Players Protest Police Brutality Around the Country, the League Is Locking in Its Return Plan | The Mismatch

03 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the sweeping condemnation of police brutality from NBA players and the NBA community—in line with nationwide protests over the last week—...

Gregg Popovich on America in 2020, the Leadership Void, and What Needs to Change | Flying Coach With Steve Kerr and Pete Carroll

03 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Steve and Pete are joined by San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich to have a conversation about the state of our nation, how we got here as a co...

Which Return Method Do NBA Front Offices Prefer? Plus: Most Overrated/Underrated NBA Stats | The Mismatch

29 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss Kevin’s report that the NBA GMs voted overwhelmingly against the group stage format floated by the league earlier this week (1:56). Then,...

Will the NBA Go to a Group Stage Format for Its Playoffs? | The Mismatch

26 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As the NBA nears its return, we explore the benefits and drawbacks of adopting a World Cup–style group stage for the 2020 playoffs. Could this draw ...

The Passing of Jerry Sloan, the NBA’s COVID Testing Plan, and Mailbag Questions | The Mismatch

22 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Longtime Utah Jazz coach and NBA Hall of Famer Jerry Sloan died Tuesday morning. We remember his playing and coaching career and the legacy he leaves ...

The NBA Return Forecast, Bojan Bogdanovic’s Surgery, and the Knicks’ Future. Plus: ‘The Last Dance’ Finale. | The Mismatch

19 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We run through the latest news around the NBA, including Tillman Fertitta’s comments to Donald Trump about the return of the NBA, Jazz wing Bojan Bo...

Final Takeaways From the 'Last Dance' Finale

18 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

After the final two episodes of 'The Last Dance' premiered Sunday night, Chris Ryan and Sean Fennessey break down the key takeaways and share their ov...

NBA Salary Reductions, Completing the Regular Season, Momentum Toward a Return. Plus: More Mailbag Questions. | The Mismatch

15 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

News about the NBA’s potential return continues to trickle out. This week, we discuss whether NBA players would feel compelled to complete the regul...

Notes From the NBPA’s Call With Adam Silver. Plus: ‘The Last Dance’ Episodes 7-8. | The Mismatch

12 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We go through the news leaking out of the conference call between the National Basketball Players Association and commissioner Adam Silver (1:17). Kev...

The Challenges of Making 'The Last Dance,' The Stories Players Tell, and Quarantine Comforts With Jason Hehir | The JJ Redick Podcast

11 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

JJ and Tommy sit down with filmmaker Jason Hehir to talk about his Michael Jordan/Bulls docuseries 'The Last Dance' and explore what went into making ...

Internal Debates About the NBA’s Return. Plus: Pick a “Blow It Up!” Team. | The Mismatch

08 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss Kevin’s article about the debates going on within the league office about the best plan to bring basketball back this summer (1:42). Then...

Buying Into Analytics and The Advantage of the Multisport Athlete With Dave Roberts

07 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Steve and Pete are joined by manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers, Dave Roberts, to discuss how they look at and assess multisport athletes, and how a p...

‘The Last Dance’ and the Athlete As a Role Model | The Mismatch

05 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We run through some league news, including the discussions about whether Kevin Durant would be ready to come back by the time the NBA is ready to ramp...

Instant Reactions to ‘The Last Dance Episodes 5-6 | The Ringer NBA Show

04 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Justin Verrier and Rob Mahoney come to you immediately after the conclusion of the fifth and sixth episodes of ‘The Last Dance.’ On this week’s ...

The NBA’s Orlando Bubble. Plus: ‘The Last Dance’ Questions, Allen Iverson in 2020, and Chris Paul to the Bright-Future Suns? | The Mismatch

01 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

With news swirling about the NBA's continued exploration of potential return options, we discuss the complexities of restarting basketball in a bubble...

NBA Facilities Opening in May. Plus: ‘The Last Dance’ Episodes 3-4 | The Mismatch

28 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We react to the news that the NBA is considering opening its practice facilities up to players starting as soon as May (1:40), before discussing Marc ...

Instant Reactions to ‘The Last Dance Episodes 3-4 | The Ringer NBA Show

27 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Justin Verrier and Rob Mahoney gather to discuss the second week of ESPN’s Michael Jordan documentary, ‘The Last Dance.’ This week, we got a pee...

Brooklyn’s Head Coaching Search, Chris Paul’s Hesitance to Return Too Fast, and More Mailbag Questions | The Mismatch

24 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the short list (read: Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving’s list) for Kenny Atkinson’s replacement in Brooklyn (2:13). Then, we take a look a...

Virtual Draft Strategies, Past Draft Stories, and Game-Changing Coaches | Flying Coach With Steve Kerr and Pete Carroll

23 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr and Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll discuss all things draft, including how they are preparing fo...

‘The Last Dance,’ Re-living the Demise of the ’90s Bulls, and the NBA’s Quarantine Bubble With Bill Simmons | The Mismatch

21 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kevin and Chris are joined by Bill Simmons to react to Draymond Green’s Warriors-Bulls comparisons (1:48), discuss episodes 1-2 of ‘The Last Dance...

Instant Reactions to ‘The Last Dance’ Episodes 1-2 | The Ringer NBA Show

20 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Ryan and Sean Fennessey convene for a special recap of ESPN's new Michael Jordan documentary, 'The Last Dance.' Episodes 1-2 bring us back to th...

Jalen Green Forgoes College for the G League. Plus: The Ringer NBA Draft Guide Launches | The Mismatch

17 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Top prospect Jalen Green is the next player to join the G League rather than go to college. Is he the next wave in a trend or an outlier (3:20)? Plus:...

What Can the NBA Learn From Other Leagues Around the World About Returning in 2020? | The Mismatch

14 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the successes and failures of the NBA’s H-O-R-S-E broadcast (2:30), before talking about Taiwan bringing basketball back with mannequins ...

Flying Coach With Steve Kerr & Pete Carroll: Two Champions on Mentors, Philosophies, and Why They Coach (Premiere Episode!)

13 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr and Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll sit down for the premiere episode of their new podcast ‘Fly...

Four Draft Prospects You Should Start Looking Up Now | The Mismatch

10 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We chat about whether the proposed NBA H-O-R-S-E tournament will be entertaining or a bust (1:31), before reviewing the news that the Bulls will hire ...

Creative Ideas to Bring Basketball Back and Even More Mailbag Questions | The Mismatch

07 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The guys discuss the emerging ideas about how to bring back the NBA, including a H-O-R-S-E competition and rapid testing to resume the season (0:41), ...

Our Biggest Draft Hits and Misses: Jayson Tatum, Mike Conley Jr., Draymond Green, and More | The Mismatch

03 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

With basketball still shelved, we revisit our biggest hits and misses in previous draft coverage: Dragan Bender, Jaylen Brown, Mario Hezonja, and more...

Optimism for Completing the Season, the Jordan Documentary, Mailbag, and More | The Mismatch

31 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We review comments by Mark Cuban and Adam Silver that make it seem like the NBA is still focused on finishing the 2019-20 season (3:52), before discus...

The Four Most Undercovered Stories or Players from the 2019-20 Season | The Mismatch

27 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We revisit some of the stories and players that we dropped the ball on covering this year—including Goran Dragic (the unsung anchor of the Miami Hea...

Possible NBA Return Scenarios, Draft Prospects Declaring, and More Mailbag Questions | The Mismatch

25 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We look to other countries’ professional basketball leagues and wonder whether the NBA can develop a model to return that works in the United States...

Reopening the Mismatch Mailbag: Who Should Blow It Up, NBA Sliding Doors, and More | The Mismatch

20 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We sifted through all your questions and picked our favorites: What were our most memorable arguments? Which teams are primed to blow it up next seaso...

Life Without the NBA. Plus: Tom Brady Leaves the Patriots. | The Mismatch

17 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kevin reacts to the news that his favorite football player of all time, Tom Brady, is leaving the New England Patriots (0:00). Then, we discuss the NB...

The NBA Season Is Suspended | The Mismatch

12 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In light of the news that the Utah Jazz’s Rudy Gobert has tested positive for COVID-19, the NBA announced that the 2019-20 season has been suspended...

The Rebuilding State of the NBA | Group Chat

11 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Lakers lose a shocker to the Nets, only their second defeat in 13 games (1:04). We then discuss what rebuilding looks like for the league and its ...

Is LeBron James Catching Up in the MVP Race? Plus: How the Coronavirus Might Affect the Rest of the Season | The Mismatch

10 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kevin wonders whether LeBron James should be getting more serious consideration for the MVP award, which leads us to a knock-down, drag-out fight abou...

Coronavirus Concerns, the Nets Fire Atkinson, and We All Drink the Ben Bartch Smoothie | Heat Check

09 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Instant Replay: In this special extended segment, the gang looks at the latest news from around the NBA, including what further precautions the league...

Podcast Spotlight—Winging It With Vince Carter and Annie Finberg

07 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Here are some highlights from our podcast 'Winging It With Vince Carter.' On this special preview, Vince and Annie Finberg talk to an array of guests ...

At Full Strength, Are the Clippers the Title Favorites? | The Mismatch

06 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

After laying it on the Houston Rockets last night, the full-strength Clippers look about as good, if not better, than anyone in the NBA right now. Can...

Lakers vs. Sixers Recap, Another Knicks Feud, Plus: Line ’Em Up—a Jon Tjarks Joint! | Group Chat

04 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Our very own Chris Ryan recaps what he saw last night at the Lakers-Sixers game (1:45). Spike Lee addresses his feud with the Knicks and the infamous ...

Should Giannis Antetokounmpo’s MVP Already Be Locked Up? | The Mismatch

03 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In Kevin’s return to the show, we return to our old ways: arguing about James Harden’s gather dribble and Giannis’s claim to the MVP (10:30). Th...

Things We Need to Stop Talking About | Heat Check

02 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Instant Replay: The Knicks make a hire, developments in the Giannis-Harden beef, and the Timberwolves get a resting policy violation (03:16). The Main...

Giannis vs. Harden, a Budding Personal Rivalry | The Mismatch

28 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We parse James Harden’s comments in response to Giannis Antetokounmpo passing him over during the All-Star draft (16:28), before breaking down which...

Zion vs. LeBron, Bucks vs. Raptors, and the Ben Simmons Injury | Group Chat

26 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks walked away with a win over Toronto, but who deserves the credit? Zion Williamson faced off against LeBron James i...

LeBron vs. Zion: A Potential Playoff Matchup and Passing of the Torch | The Mismatch

25 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We recap some news from around the league, including Vanessa Bryant’s moving tribute to Kobe Bryant, Bradley Beal’s big scoring night, and Ben Sim...

The Five Most Interesting Teams of the Stretch! Plus, Analyzing the Buyout Market and Playoff Projections | Heat Check

24 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Instant Replay: Dwyane Wade's jersey is retired, Mark Cuban has a very expensive meltdown, and we analyze the buyout market (03:08) The Main Event: Th...

Trae Young Drops 50 on His First Night Back. Plus: Embiid Says He’s the Best Player in the World. | The Mismatch

21 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We go over some highlights of the first night the NBA returned to action, including Trae Young's and Joel Embiid’s big games against the Miami Heat ...

The Cavs’ Coaching Change and Three Post-All-Star Story Lines | Group Chat

19 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

With a new head coach and a less-than-impressive season, what does the future look like for the Cleveland Cavaliers (3:30)? Plus, major story lines fo...

Four Questions for the Post-All-Star NBA World | The Mismatch

18 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We run down a list of items, including rumors that John Beilein might be on his way out in Cleveland and news that the G League is unionizing (1:23). ...

All-Star Recaps, a Dunk Contest Controversy, and Dame D.O.L.L.A. | Heat Check

17 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Instant Replay: John Beilein is reportedly not long for the Cavaliers, and we recap the All-Star events from Friday and find out who is the league's b...

The Sixers Are ... Fine? Plus, More Knicks Drama, and Oh My God, Zion | Group Chat

12 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Despite concerns surrounding Joel Embiid’s incendiary comments earlier this week, the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Los Angeles Clippers; could th...

Toronto Is on a Tear. Plus: Jimmy Butler Is Openly Recruiting Joel Embiid. | The Mismatch

11 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about how Toronto’s unbelievable win streak has kept teams like Boston, Miami, and Philly in their rearview mirror in the East (3:32), befor...

Trade Deadline Winners and Losers, KD Goes Off, and We Do Art | Heat Check

10 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Instant Replay: The Raptors just can’t seem to lose, Kevin Durant wants all the smoke, and James Dolan isn't selling the New York Knicks (02:05). Th...

D’Angelo Russell for Andrew Wiggins, Andre Iguodala to Miami, and More From the NBA Trade Deadline | The Ringer NBA Show

06 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We react to the biggest news of today’s NBA trade deadline, including the Golden State Warriors swapping D’Angelo Russell for Andrew Wiggins, the ...

Breaking Down the Capela-Covington Blockbuster Trade | Group Chat

05 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

News of a four-team, 12-player trade revolving around Clint Capela and Robert Covington broke late Tuesday night, with numerous implications for the e...

Knicks Fire Steve Mills, Ja Morant vs. Andre Iguodala, and Trade Deadline Preview | The Mismatch

04 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We run down the Andre Iguodala vs. Memphis Grizzlies timeline (1:21) before previewing Thursday’s NBA trade deadline (12:40). Then ESPN’s Adrian W...

The Lakers Remember Kobe, All-Star Game Changes, and Trade Deadlines | Heat Check

03 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Instant Replay: The Lakers' touching tribute to Kobe Bryant, Damian Lillard's amazing streak, and the impressive run from the Raptors (3:05). The Main...

NBA All-Star Reserves, Lakers Back on the Court. Plus: Matisse Thybulle, Snubbed? | The Mismatch

31 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We run through the list of All-Star reserves and debate whether guys like Bradley Beal have a good case for feeling left out (2:33). Then, we talk abo...

News From Around the League and Reflecting on Kobe Bryant | Heat Check

29 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on 'Heat Check,' John, Dan, and Haley take a look at the news around the NBA, talk about a few recent games, and examine some impressive 50-poin...

Grappling With the Death of Kobe Bryant | The Mismatch

28 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We try to come to terms with the life and death of NBA legend Kobe Bryant after a tragic helicopter crash killed him, his daughter Gianna, and seven o...

Remembering Kobe Bryant | Group Chat

27 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Justin Verrier and Rob Mahoney remember Kobe Bryant on the day after the tragic death of the legendary Laker and eight others in a helicopter crash. H...

All-Star Starters, Zion’s Return, and Montrezl Harrell Rumors. Plus: Horford for Gallinari? | The Mismatch

24 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We review the announced starters for the NBA’s All-Star Game (1:02) before discussing Zion Williamson’s return (47:00), debating whether the Sixer...

The Boring Clippers, Zion’s Debut, and Trade Deadline Preview | Group Chat

22 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Los Angeles Clippers are really, really good. But does that make them uninteresting to watch (0:44)? With Zion Williamson making his regular-seaso...

The Lakers Are Missing a Piece. Plus: Ben Simmons Is Unleashed | The Mismatch

21 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Lakers got walloped by the Celtics last night—is there more to take away from this one game than meets the eye (5:56)? Plus, Ben Simmons has bee...

Kent Bazemore Traded, Kyrie Back on the Record, and All-Star Starting Ballots | Heat Check

20 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Instant Replay: The Blazers have cut ties with Kent Bazemore and Kyrie Irving is back saying weird things in the media (4:01). The Main Event: Our ve...