The Ringer NBA Show

East All-Star Picks. Plus, Take-Off! | Group Chat

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos are back this week with their Eastern Conference All-Stars (2:55). They run through their selections for starters, reserves, and ...

What’s Next for the Warriors? Plus, Players and Politics. | Real Ones

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Howard Beck start the pod off with a deep dive on the Warriors following their MLK Day 125-85 blowout loss to the Celtics (2:55). Howard the...

Thunder’s Vibes Have Them Above Everyone, Plus the Warriors' and Timberwolves' Woes! | Real Ones

17 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Friday vibes here on Real Ones as Logan and Raja fire up their mics to discuss just how good the Thunder really are after their big win over th...

West All-Star Picks: Starters and Reserves | Group Chat

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos are in the All-Star spirit, so it is time for them to make their picks. They start out in the loaded Western Conference to brea...

LaMelo Ball All-Star Ballot Stuffing. Plus, Will Zion Ever Get Right? | Real Ones

15 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The pod opens with Raja, Logan, and Howard discussing a video of Raja getting hyped on the court after his son had an intense game versus another good...

Is This Anything? The Pacers and Kings Are Back, Miami’s Heating Up Without Jimmy, and More.

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos kick off the week by taking a closer look at a handful of teams to answer an all-important question: “Is this anything?” They...

The Cavs’ Historic Start and Breaking Down Another Anthony Edwards Poster | Real Ones

10 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja start by talking about the Cavs’ historic start to this season and whether they should aim for the best regular-season record ever (9...

Blueprints to Save the Wolves and Warriors. Plus, the Cavs Make a Big Statement. | Group Chat

10 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos discuss the Cavs' impressive win over the Thunder and whether they think any differently about those two teams (10:20). Then, the...

Logan Is Back!! Shai vs. Jokic for MVP, Plus What’s Next for Brad Beal and the Suns? | Real Ones

07 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Logan finally makes his return from paternity leave, and Howard quizzes him on what’s been happening during this NBA season (15:41). The MVP race ha...

The Jimmy Butler Sweepstakes Is On—But Is Anyone Buying? Plus, Wemby Passes the Jokic Test, and Kawhi Is Back. | Group Chat

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos come together and talk about some of the biggest stories in the recent NBA news cycle. They discuss where Jimmy Butler will land ...

Transitioning to the Broadcast Booth, Working Out With Wemby, and When’s the Right Time to Retire With Jamal Crawford | Real Ones

03 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Howard and Raja are joined by three-time Sixth Man of the Year Jamal Crawford. They start by talking about his transition from basketball to being in ...

Six Big Questions as the NBA Season Enters 2025 | Group Chat

03 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos turn the page and welcome the new year with six questions to monitor at the start of 2025. They discuss contenders in the east (7...

Kings Coaching Conundrum. Plus, What to Make of D’Angelo Russell’s Career. | Real Ones

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Raja and Howard are back with a New Year's Eve edition of 'Real Ones.' Raja explains what it’s like to play on New Year's (1:03). The Sacramento Kin...

LeBron James at 40. Plus, Ripple Effects of Another D-Lo Trade and the Mike Brown Firing With Kirk Goldsberry. | Group Chat

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin and Wos are joined by Kirk Goldsberry to discuss the D’Angelo Russell trade and what the ceiling is for the Lakers now (3:15). Then, they tal...

Thoughts on NBA Viewership, the Art of a Trade Request, and the Impact of the 65-Game Rule in the Awards Race | Real Ones

27 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Howard and Raja are joined by three-time NBA champion Danny Green. They recorded before the Sacramento Kings fired Mike Brown so they started with tal...

NBA Festivus! Plus, Is De’Aaron Fox Planning an Exit from Sac-Town? | Group Chat

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos start  this holiday-themed episode by discussing the news around De’Aaron Fox and whether he could leave Sacramento and where ...

NBA Cup Thunder Takeaways and New All-Star Format With Tyler Parker. Plus, Mac McClung on the G-League, ‘The Break,’ and His Dunk Contest Future. | Real Ones

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Howard Beck is joined by The Ringer’s Tyler Parker to discuss the NBA Christmas Day schedule and why the Thunder are not playing that day (5:30). Th...

Giannis Trounces OKC to Win the NBA Cup. Plus, Denver’s Hail Mary to Help Jokic and More Post-Cup Story Lines We’re Watching. | Group Chat

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos start by discussing the Bucks' impressive blowout win over the Thunder in the NBA Cup final (2:45). Then they pivot to the rest o...

Who Will Win the NBA Cup Final? Plus, Trading Season Is Underway, Featuring the Schröder Trade | Real Ones

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Howard is joined by the legend Raja Bell to talk predictions! With the NBA Cup final approaching, they give predictions and talk about what being in t...

The Thunder and Bucks Hit It Big in Vegas. Plus, Does the Dennis Schröder Trade Change the Warriors’ Outlook? | Group Chat

15 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos were together in Vegas to watch the NBA Cup semifinals. They give their immediate reactions to the Thunder defeating Rockets (3:4...

Previewing the NBA Cup Semifinals. Plus Jimmy Butler Trade Rumors, and Can the Lakers Be Fixed? | Real Ones

13 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Pina and Raja Bell start the show by previewing the NBA Cup semifinals between the Hawks-Bucks and the Thunder-Rockets (17:30). Then they move...

The Most Intriguing Teams as Trade Season Begins. Plus, an NBA Cup Semifinals Anticipation Index. | Group Chat

13 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos recap two of the NBA Cup quarterfinals games, the Hawks beating the Knick,s and the Rockets beating the Warriors. Then they previ...

Can the Mavericks Get Back to the NBA Finals? Are the Surging Bucks Contenders Again? | Real Ones

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Pina and Raja Bell discuss the NBA Cup teams and where they currently stand in the league. Are we witnessing an all-time defensive team with t...

Six Big Questions a Quarter(-ish) of the Way Into the NBA Season | Group Chat

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos answer six questions after a quarter of the NBA season. They talk about the Bucks and Sixers (4:53), the Nuggets (20:00), Trae Yo...

First-Quarter Awards | Real Ones

06 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week Michael Pina's filling in for Howard and is joined by Raja Bell to hand out some awards after a quarter of the season. They give their picks...

Does the NBA Have a Problem—and If So, What’s the Fix? Plus, a Cup Quarterfinals Primer. | Group Chat

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos discuss the narrative that the NBA has a problem, whether they agree with that premise, and how to fix what problems the league m...

What’s the Future of the NBA Cup and the All-Star Game? Plus, NBA Comeback Player of the Year Award. | Real Ones

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Howard is joined by Rachel Nichols of Fox Sports 1 and ‘All the Smoke’ to discuss a myriad of NBA topics. The NBA Cup is in the closing stages as ...

Western Conference Confidence Scale | Group Chat

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos are here to tier the Western Conference. They start at the bottom and work their way up to the best teams in the conference. The...

NBA Panic Meter. Plus, Do the Nets Not Understand the Assignment?

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Howard and Michael Pina pull out their panic meters for five separate teams. What’s in store for the Lakers this season? There are some concerning n...

NBA Potluck! Plus, Are We Possibly Witnessing the Greatest Player Ever. | Group Chat

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Thanksgiving week is here and Justin, Rob, and Wos have a little NBA potluck. The Clippers have ripped off five straight wins. Are the Clippers actual...

Staying Busy in Retirement, Managing Team USA, and Investing in Women’s Sports With Grant Hill | Real Ones

22 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Howard and Raja are joined by NBA Hall of Famer Grant Hill to discuss a multitude of things, beginning with his investment in women’s sports (5:30)....

Are the Sixers Cursed? Plus, the Best Team, Player, and More One Month In. | Group Chat

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos have their picks for one-month-in superlatives. They start with a discussion about the biggest disappointment of the season, whic...

Tyrese Maxey Calls Out Joel Embiid in Sixers' Team-Only Meeting. Plus, the Cavs Face the Celtics in a Matchup of the Top Teams in the Eastern Conference.

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Cavs have been on fire this season, starting 15-0. Will facing the Celtics on Tuesday serve as a litmus test of where they stand in the Eastern Co...

It’s Not Too Soon to Say … | Group Chat

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos share a handful of early season declarations that they think will be season-long trends. They talk about the Bucks (4:30), Thunde...

Is Cooper Flagg Worth Tanking for, Can Either of the Rutgers Guys Go No. 1, and Other Players to Watch. Plus, the NYC Basketball Scene With J. Kyle Mann. | Real Ones

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Howard and Raja are joined by The Ringer’s J. Kyle Mann to discuss the most recent addition to his ‘Home and Away’ series on the Ringer NBA YouT...

Identity Crises: The Knicks, Timberwolves, and More Intriguing Teams. | Group Chat

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos take a look at four teams that they believe are still searching for their identity and discuss what kind of team the Knicks, Timb...

The Cleveland Cavaliers Keep Rolling, Joel Embiid Returns, Plus the NBA Cup Starts Tonight!

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The second NBA Cup begins Tuesday. However, are there concerns that the tournament could lead to injuries down the line (13:00)? Also, what is the ult...

A Growing Appreciation for Glue Guys, Should Teams Hire Shooting Coaches, and Starting a Podcast With Shane Battier | Real Ones

08 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Howard Beck and Raja Bell are joined by two-time NBA champion Shane Battier to discuss how he started his new podcast, 'Glue Guys,' what makes a good ...

Believe It or Not: The Buddy Ball Warriors, Soaring 3-Point Rates, and More. | Group Chat

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos are back to play a game of believe it or not with six trends from the early part of the season. They discuss Buddy Hield and the ...

How Should Players and Media Move Forward Following the Joel Embiid Incident? Plus, Would Drake Take DeMar’s Jersey Down? | Real Ones

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Howard Beck and Raja Bell kick it with 11-year NBA veteran and 'Off Guard' podcast host Austin Rivers to discuss player and media relations following ...

The Embiid Kerfuffle, OKC’s Defensive Dominance, and an Early West Survey With Kirk Goldsberry | Group Chat

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin and Rob are joined by Kirk Goldsberry and they start by discussing all of the news about Joel Embiid and the Sixers from the weekend. Then, the...

Giannis Trade Rumors Brewing! Plus, Joe Mazzulla Wants … Fighting? | Real Ones

01 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Howard Beck and Raja Bell fire up the mics with ‘Ringer’ senior NBA writer Michael Pina to kick off the show by discussing the current disaster th...

Are the Cavs Scary Good? Plus, More Way-Too-Early Jumps to Conclusions. | Group Chat

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos take a look at four Eastern Conference teams' interesting starts and draw some early conclusions. The Ringer is committed to res...

How Much Does Coaching Matter? The Cavs' and Lakers' Hot Start to the Season. | Real Ones

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Howard and Raja are back to dive into a loaded start of the NBA regular season. They kick things off with a chat about Dwyane Wade’s Miami Heat stat...

The Most Intriguing First Impressions From the First Week-ish of the 2024-25 NBA Season | Group Chat

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos each have three first week impressions about players and teams that have stuck out to them. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, ...

Top-Line Takeaways From the Real NBA Opening Night | Group Chat

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos were joined by J. Kyle Mann live on the Ringer NBA YouTube channel after the Bucks' comfortable win over the Sixers. The guys dis...

2024-25 NBA Season Predictions | Real Ones

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The NBA regular season is back! And so are Howard and Raja with their predictions for the season. Along the way, they discuss their picks for most int...

The Verriables: 2024-25 NBA Season | Group Chat

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos are together in studio for another edition of The Verriables. They start with discussing some of the rookie extensions that got s...

Eight Big Questions Ahead of the 2024-25 Season | Group Chat

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin Verrier, Wosny Lambre, and Rob Mahoney tackle eight questions that pique their interest ahead of the upcoming NBA season. They discuss: Power...

Realness Scale, No Embiid Back to Backs, and Mailbag | Real Ones

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

NBA Tip-Off is a week away! With that, Howard and Raja break out the “Realness Scale” to rank some of the most notable preseason storylines and qu...

Preseason NBA Power Rankings, Part 6 | Group Chat

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos return with the final edition of their annual power rankings. This time they rank the top five teams in the NBA. Knicks (03:34)...

Preseason NBA Power Rankings, Part 5 | Group Chat

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos return for the penultimate edition of the power rankings. This time they take a look at teams ranked 10 though six. Suns: (8:30)...

Annual GM Survey Takeaways | Real Ones

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Howard is joined by The Ringer’s Michael Pina to review the results from this year’s GM survey. They go over some of the top results, including wh...

Preseason NBA Power Rankings, Part 4 | Group Chat

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos are back with Part 4 of their annual preseason power rankings, this time ranking teams 15-11. Miami Heat (04:24) Indiana Pacer...

Preseason NBA Power Rankings, Part 3 | Group Chat

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos return with Part 3 of their annual preseason rankings, ranking teams 20-16. San Antonio Spurs (03:36) Los Angeles Clippers (27...

Remembering Dikembe, Appreciating D-Rose, and Assessing the KAT Blockbuster | Real Ones

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Howard and Raja start the pod by discussing the passing of NBA legend Dikembe Mutombo. They discuss his impact on and off the floor, what he was like ...

The Ripple Effects of the KAT Blockbuster Trade, and a Goodbye to Dikembe. Plus, Preseason NBA Power Rankings, Part 2. | Group Chat

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos begin the show with their thoughts on Karl-Anthony Towns getting traded to the Knicks. They discuss how this changes the Knicks' ...

Urgency Pod! Does the KAT Trade Really Move the Needle for the Knicks or Timberwolves?

28 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Ringer’s Howard Beck and Michael Pina fire up the mics to break down the ins and outs of the Knicks-Timberwolves blockbuster that sends Karl Ant...

Preseason NBA Power Rankings, Part 1 | Group Chat

26 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos are back with their annual preseason power rankings. To start the rankings off, they discuss the bottom five teams in the NBA. ...

Were the Joel Embiid and Jamal Murray Extensions a Wise Move? | Real Ones

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Howard and Raja start off the pod with an exciting update regarding Logan! Then, they go through the recent extensions of Joel Embiid (6:00) and Jamal...

Six Players We’re Most Interested in

18 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kyle, Seerat, and Michael bring two players each that they’re intrigued by going into the '24-'25 season. Hosts: J. Kyle Mann, Seerat Sohi, and Mic...

Addressing Cathy Engelbert’s Comments, MVP Contenders, and the Lynx’s Playoff Potential | Ringer WNBA Show

13 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Seerat is joined by The Athletic’s James Boyd to talk about the Fever’s recent play and Caitlin Clark’s continued impact on the league (1:38). T...

Mental Health in the NBA Before and Now. Plus, DeMar DeRozan on a New Chapter With the Kings and His New Book, ‘Above the Noise.’ | Real Ones

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Howard and Raja take a look into how the discussion around mental health in the NBA has evolved over the years. They start off by discussing the react...

Caitlin Clark and the Fever’s Rise, Sky’s Youth Movement and the Aces’ Three-Peat Quest | Ringer WNBA Show

06 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Seerat Sohi kicks off the debut episode of ‘The Ringer WNBA Show’ by talking with Indiana Fever play-by-play commentator Pat Boylan to discuss the...

Three Teams We’re Most Excited About Next Season

05 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kyle, Seerat, and Michael are back together to make their case for the teams they’re most looking forward to watch play heading into the 2024-25 NBA...

Steph Curry Extends. Plus, Leap Candidates, ‘Starting 5’ Lineups, and More. | Group Chat

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin and Wos start with the recent news that Steph Curry signed an extension with the Warriors and discuss what that means for him and the organizat...

Paul George, Jayson Tatum, and the Summer of Disrespect | Real Ones

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Howard and Raja are back to discuss what seems to be the biggest theme of the NBA offseason: DISRESPECT. They start the conversation with Paul George'...

Where Steph’s Epic Olympic 3s Rank, and Our Top Five Team USA Takeaways | Off Guard

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Austin and Pausha take one last look at Team USA’s Olympic run, starting with the close call against Serbia (16:10). Then, they hit on the gold meda...

Team USA's Thriller Comeback Win Over Serbia

09 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Seerat and Michael recap Team USA's comeback victory over Serbia to advance to the gold medal game. They talk about huge games from Steph Curry and Jo...

Team USA’s Topsy-Turvy Lineups, the Jarrett Allen Extension, and Phoenix Gets a Real Point Guard | Group Chat

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos are back to discuss the latest from Team USA, including Steve Kerr’s lineup changes, whether Bam Adebayo or Devin Booker is mak...

The Gap Between Team USA and the World, the Lakers' Quiet Offseason, and NBA Player-Rapper Comps | Real Ones

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Howard discuss Team USA’s performance, the gap between the U.S. and the world, and whether Joel Embiid needed to be on this roster (04:40)...

The State of the Bucks and Who Can Compete Against Team USA?

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kyle, Seerat, and Michael get together to discuss the state of the Bucks and whether their window as title contenders is starting to shrink, if Gianni...

Jalen Brunson Lands a Nova Knicks-Friendly Extension. Plus, Bronny’s Vegas Debut and Other Summer League First Impressions. | Group Chat

13 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos are in Vegas for summer league, and they start by giving their first impressions of Laker draft picks Bronny James and Dalton Kne...

Team USA Shows Out in Scrimmage Against Canada. Plus: Monica McNutt on WNBA Discourse and ROTY Race | Real Ones

11 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Howard dive into all things Team USA, including their scrimmage against Canada, news of Kawhi Leonard leaving the team, and the surprising o...

Winners and Losers of the Offseason So Far. Plus, What to Expect From Summer League and Team USA. | Group Chat

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos look ahead toward Summer League, and the players that they’re most looking forward to seeing in Vegas (07:42). Then, they gauge...

DeMar DeRozan Deal Is Some Kings Sh*t. Plus, the Brandon Ingram Market, and Reassessing the East After Philly’s Shopping Spree. | Group Chat

07 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos start by reacting to the news of DeMar DeRozan’s sign-and-trade to the Sacramento Kings (5:00). Then, they discuss who would be...

What Are the Lakers and Warriors Doing? Plus, the Lauri Markkanen Sweepstakes and Dallas Reloads. | Group Chat

03 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos look at what’s going on with the most head-scratching teams of the offseason, such as the Lakers (03:35), Warriors (16:54), Jaz...

The Klay Thompson–Warriors Era Comes to an End and Talking ‘Clipped’ With Sam Amick and Rembert Browne

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Logan starts the show off with his thoughts on Klay Thompson joining the Mavs, marking the end of an era with the Warriors (01:08). Then, Logan and Ra...

Free Agency Bonanza: Paul George’s Decision, Klay’s Next Move, and Draft Ripple Effects | Group Chat

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos come together to discuss some of the initial news coming out of the beginning of NBA free agency. They discuss the news around Pa...

Bronny James Lands in L.A., Plus Our Favorite Second-Rounders | The Ringer's NBA Draft Show

28 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

KOC, J. Kyle Mann, and Tate Frazier return to recap the second night of the NBA draft! They dive into the Lakers' selection of Bronny James and discus...

Best NBA Draft Picks, Possible Busts, and More First-Round Reactions With Tate Frazier and J. Kyle Mann | The Ringer's NBA Draft Show

27 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

KOC, J. Kyle Mann, and Tate Frazier get together to react to the first round of the NBA draft! They start by diving into the odd Spurs-Timberwolves tr...

Does Paul George Make the Sixers Contenders and the Biggest Offseason Questions | Real Ones

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Logan, Raja, and Howard are back to raise some of the most intriguing questions of this season, such as the effects of the upcoming TV deal on potenti...

The Most Interesting Teams, Trade Targets, and Free Agents of the 2024 Offseason | Group Chat

23 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

ustin, Rob, and Wos take a look at some story lines to start the offseason; they each bring one team (5:55), one free agent (35:08), and one trade tar...

The Lakers Hire JJ Redick, LeBron’s Window, and Our Worst Takes From the Season | Real Ones

21 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Logan, Raja, and Howard are back to react to the Lakers hiring JJ Redick as their head coach, then discuss if he’ll be on a short leash next season ...

Group Chat Live: Finals Ripple Effects, Offseason Superlatives, and the Most Intriguing Teams In the NBA Draft

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos are live from the El Rey Theater in Los Angeles to kick off the Ringer Residency! They start the show by discussing the Celtics' ...

The Celtics are the 2024 NBA Champions | Real Ones

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Logan, Raja, and Howard are back with reactions to the Celtics’ series-clinching Game 5 victory last night (02:00). The guys discuss what Jaylen Bro...

Did the Mavs Find a Blueprint for a Historic Comeback? Plus, Side-Eyeing Three Curious Free Agency–Adjacent Moves. | Group Chat

16 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos get together in the studio to discuss whether the Mavericks found a blueprint in Game 4 to climb back into the NBA Finals. Then, ...

Logan Apologizes to the Celtics, and Luka’s Flaws as a Superstar. Plus, Remembering Jerry West. | Real Ones

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja discuss Boston's commanding 3-0 lead, why this year’s Celtics squad is one of the best postseason teams of all time, and how the Mavs...

The Celtics Are Just Too Much for the Mavs. Plus, a Goodbye to Jerry West. | Group Chat

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos recap the Celtics going up 3-0 against the Mavericks in the NBA Finals. They discuss Luka fouling out late in the fourth quarter,...

Howard Beck on ‘Real Ones,’ Celtics Taking Game 2 of the Finals, and MVP Predictions. Plus, Live Updates on Dan Hurley’s $70 Million Offer From the Lakers. | Real Ones

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Logan is joined by The Ringer’s Howard Beck to discuss another Celtics victory in Game 2 of the Finals, the Mavs having no solution for the Celtic’...

The Celtics Shrug Off a Bad Shooting Night to Take a 2-0 Lead. Plus, the Surprise Chase for Dan Hurley. | Group Chat

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos react to the Celtics' 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals. They discuss how the Celtics found a way to win despite poor shooting, the Mavs...

The Celtics’ Dominant Game 1 Finals Win and What to Expect from Dallas in Game 2. Plus, Is Dan Hurley the Right Fit for the Lakers? | Real Ones

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja discuss how the Celtics blew out the Mavs in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, Boston’s effective defensive schemes against Luka and Kyrie, a...

The Biggest Trends and Lessons From the 2024 Postseason | Group Chat

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos come together on the eve of Game 1 of the NBA Finals to discuss some of the biggest trends and lessons from the playoffs. They ta...

Celtics-Mavs NBA Finals Preview | Real Ones

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Logan, Raja, and Howard preview the upcoming NBA Finals matchup between the Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks, debate who has the most to gain from ...

NBA Finals Verrierables: Mavs vs. Celtics | Group Chat

02 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Verrierables are back! This time Justin, Rob, and Wos begin their preview of the NBA Finals by answering six questions about this matchup between ...

What We Learned From the Mavs-Timberwolves Series and Kyrie’s Redemption Arc | Real Ones

31 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Howard discuss the Mavs closing out the Western Conference finals against the Minnesota Timberwolves, what they learned about both teams in ...

How Long Can the Wolves Survive? Plus, a Goodbye to Bill Walton and an Offseason Pulse Check. | Group Chat

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos discuss the Timberwolves' win over the Mavs in Game 4. They talk about what worked for the Wolves in Game 4 and whether they can ...

Celtics Sweep Their Way Into the Finals | Real Ones

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Logan, Howard, and Raja react to the Celtics sweeping the Pacers and punching their ticket to the franchise’s 23rd finals appearance (04:00). Then, ...

The Celtics Way Bests Nembsanity | Group Chat

26 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Justin and Wos recap the Celtics comeback win against the Pacers to take a 3-0 lead. They talk about Jayson Tatum’s big game, the valiant effort fro...

Luka Calls Game on the T-Wolves, Adjustments for Ant Man and Can the Pacers Win a Game in the ECF?

25 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Live on The Ringer NBA YouTube channel immediately following Luka Doncic’s nasty game-winner to put the Dallas Mavericks up 2-0 in the Western Con...