The Lakers Make In-Season Tourney History. Plus, Some Historic Losers. | Group Chat
10 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin and Rob join to discuss the Lakers’ inaugural in-season tournament championship, highlight ...
What’s Holding Zion and the Pelicans Back? Plus, LeBron Is All About the Vibes. | Real Ones
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja are finally recording together in person on the ground in Las Vegas! The guys kick th...
Have the New Bucks Arrived? Plus, More Takeaways From the In-Season Tournament Quarterfinals. | Group Chat
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos provide their takeaways for each team after the in-season tournament quarterfin...
In-Season Tournament Check-In | Real Ones
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan, Raja, and Beck are back to take one last deep dive into the importance of the in-season tourn...
Western Conference Confidence Scale | Group Chat
03 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos join to debate and rank the Western Conference teams in tiers to make sense of ...
Trailer for the 2024-2025 NBA Season!
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Introducing The Ringer NBA Show's 2023-2024 slate: 'Real Ones' with Logan Murdock and Raja Bell on M...
The Beginning of the End for the Warriors and Unpacking the In-Season Tournament Group Winners | Real Ones
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja discuss the Golden State Warriors getting eliminated from the in-season tournament af...
A Wild Finish to In-Season Tournament Group Play | Group Chat
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos provide their thoughts on the final day of in-season tournament group play. The...
Draymond Doubles Down, and Pop’s In-Game Defense of Kawhi Leonard | Real Ones
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan, Raja, and Howard discuss Draymond Green’s recent quotes doubling down on his physical alter...
One-Month Survey: Best Player, Best Team, and More | Group Chat
26 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With one month of the NBA season in the books, Justin, Rob, and Wos join to debate the best player, ...
NBA Potluck: One Player, One Team, One Take | Group Chat
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos have each brought three takes to the table this Thanksgiving week. They each st...
How NBA Greats Spin Narratives for Motivation and Zach LaVine’s Potential Landing Spots. Plus, Chelsea Gray on Success With the Aces | Real Ones
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan, Raja, and Howard discuss LeBron James’s Instagram post targeted at the people who “doubte...
The Warriors Are Down Bad, the Rockets Are Good (?), and the Zach LaVine Derby Is On | Group Chat
19 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos join to discuss the Warriors' sixth straight loss, which occurred against the T...
Rasheed Wallace on Why the NBA Prioritizes Scoring, Perception vs. Reality With Media Narratives, and Winning a Title With the Pistons | Real Ones
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja are joined by four-time NBA All-Star Rasheed Wallace to discuss how the league priori...
Early Returns From a Potentially Historic Rookie Class | Group Chat
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos are joined by J. Kyle Mann to take a look at this impressive rookie class. They...
What It Takes to Transition From an Up-and-Coming Team to a Conference Contender, and Which Young Teams Are Potential Pretenders | Real Ones
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan, Raja, and Howard discuss a few NBA teams who look primed to take the next step from scrappy, ...
NBA Panic Meter | Group Chat
12 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos join to discuss their varying concerns about the teams that have struggled thro...
The Questionable Giannis Ejection, LeBron’s Miami Heat Legacy, and the 76ers’ Early Success Without Harden | Real Ones
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja react to Giannis Antetokounmpo’s ejection midway through the third quarter against ...
Believe It or Not: Early-Season Surprises | Group Chat
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos discuss some of the biggest surprises so far this season and whether they belie...
First Impressions of the NBA’s In-Season Tournament Games and Underwhelming Teams That Deserve the Benefit of the Doubt | Real Ones
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan, Raja, and Howard discuss the first batch of NBA in-season tournament games, their overall tho...
The Pros and Cons of the In-Season Tournament | Group Chat
05 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Ringer’s Chris Ryan joins Justin and Rob to discuss their overall first impressions on the NBA...
Gilbert Arenas on Playing Against Great Defenders, Evolving Into an NBA Superstar, and the Lakers’ Overreliance on LeBron James | Real Ones
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja are joined by three-time NBA all-star and cohost of the ‘No Chill’ podcast Gilber...
The Next Questions After the James Harden Trade | Group Chat
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos answer some next questions for all the parties involved in the James Harden tra...
Early Season Overreactions and Panic Watch | Real Ones
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan, Raja, and Howard are back to discuss the Lakers' 1-2 start and what level of concern the team...
Biggest Takeaways From the First Week-ish of the NBA Season | Group Chat
29 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos join to discuss their biggest takeaways from the first week of the season. They...
Wemby’s NBA Debut, the James Harden–76ers Standstill, and Changes to the 2024 NBA All-Star Game | Real Ones
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Howard are joined by Sam Amick, senior NBA writer for The Athletic, to unpack how Victor W...
Opening Night First Impressions | Group Chat
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos give their thoughts on the NBA’s opening night games. They start off with Nik...
2023-24 NBA Season Preview: Expectations for Wemby’s Rookie Year, the Boston Celtics’ Championship Window, and Award Predictions | Real Ones
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan, Raja, and Howard tackle some of the most pressing questions and story lines on the eve of the...
The 2023-24 NBA Season Entrance Survey | Group Chat
22 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos start by discussing Steven Adams’s season-ending knee injury and what it mean...
Steph Curry’s Preseason Game-Winner, Jordan Poole’s Revenge Season, and James Harden’s Trade Request Antics | Real Ones
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja react to Steph Curry’s preseason game-winner against the Sacramento Kings, Jordan P...
Preseason Power Rankings, Part 5 | Group Chat
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos are here with the finale of their preseason NBA power rankings, this time talki...
Preseason Power Rankings, Part 4 | Group Chat
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos are here with Part 4 of their preseason NBA power rankings, this time talking a...
Howard Beck Joins 'Real Ones,' Damian Lillard’s Bucks Preseason Debut, and What Wemby’s Hybrid Play Style Means for the NBA Big Man | Real Ones
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja are joined by The Ringer’s Howard Beck to give their first impressions of Damian Li...
Preseason Power Rankings, Part 3 | Group Chat
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos are here with part 3 of their preseason NBA power rankings, this time talking a...
Preseason Power Rankings, Part 2 | Group Chat
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos are here with Part 2 of their annual preseason power rankings, this time talkin...
Media Day Quotes That Grabbed Our Attention the Most. Plus, the Impact of Jrue Holiday to Boston. | Off Guard
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Austin and Pausha are back for the start of the preseason; they react to the news that Jrue Holiday ...
Preseason Power Rankings, Part 1 | Group Chat
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos deliver Part 1 of their annual preseason power rankings, starting with the bott...
How Jrue Holiday Impacts the Celtics’ Title Chances, James Harden Skipping Media Day, and the Fractured Relationship Between Damian Lillard and the Portland Trail Blazers | Real Ones
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja discuss the Boston Celtics landing Jrue Holiday, whether or not the move makes them t...
Why Each Team Won With the Dame Trade, Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift Reactions, and a Lost in the Sauce Test | Off Guard
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Austin and Pausha react to the blockbuster Damian Lillard trade and talk through why this is a rare ...
Instant Reaction to Damian Lillard's Trade to the Bucks | Group Chat
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos give their instant reaction to the Damian Lillard three-team trade. They give t...
Austin Rivers on Podcasting as an Active NBA Player and Life as a Role Player in the League | Real Ones
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja are joined by NBA veteran Austin Rivers to talk about navigating the balance between ...
Austin Responds to Latest Drama and Hands Out Preseason Awards | Off Guard
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Austin and Pausha review the Charlotte Hornets conversation from last week’s episode and Austin re...
What the NBA’s New Load Management Policy Means for Teams, and Giannis’s Uncertain Future With the Bucks | Real Ones
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja are back to discuss their thoughts on the NBA’s new policy that punishes teams for ...
Team USA Fails to Capture Bronze, No More Load Management, and More | Off Guard
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Austin and Pausha are back to discuss why Team USA came up short in the FIBA World Cup and the poten...
Five Big Questions One Month Away from Training Camp | Group Chat
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin and Rob start by discussing Christian Wood signing with the Lakers and how he fits on their t...
Seven Players With the Most to Prove This Season. Plus, Austin’s Reaction to Noah Lyles’s NBA Comments. | Off Guard
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Austin and Pausha are ramping up for the 2023-24 NBA season and kick the show off with Austin’s th...
Will Giannis Antetokounmpo Sign a Contract Extension With the Milwaukee Bucks? Plus, James Harden’s Beef With Daryl Morey and a 2023 FIBA World Cup Check-In | Group Chat
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Rob and Wos discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo’s statements in The New York Times regarding the status ...
Which NBA Players Will Perform the Best at the FIBA Basketball World Cup? | The Answer
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Seerat and Michael return from their European vacations to preview the FIBA 2023 World Cup. Througho...
What Type of NBA Career Would You Rather Have: Better Peak or Longevity? Plus, Listener Questions! | Off Guard
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Austin and Pausha dive into last week’s All-Time starting five lineup and discuss why KD was chose...
What We Enjoyed Most About the 2023 Basketball Hall of Fame Inductees
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kyle Mann and Tyler Parker return for some offseason chatter to discuss a few of this weekend's 2023...
Our All-Time Starting Five, a James Harden-Dwyane Wade Debate, and a Potential Ben Simmons Comeback? | Off Guard
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Austin and Pausha revisit the viral Damian Lillard conversation to rehash the effects of certain tra...
Jaylen Brown Cashes In, Plus an Offseason Mailbag | Group Chat
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos start by reacting to the news of Jaylen Brown re-signing with the Boston Celtic...
Stephen Curry on ‘Underrated,’ The Chris Paul-Jordan Poole Trade, and His Relationship With Kevin Durant | Real Ones
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan Murdock and Raja Bell are joined by Golden State Warriors guard and four-time NBA champion Ste...
Why Is the Draymond-Poole Drama Still Going? Plus, What It Was Like to See Wemby in Person. | Off Guard
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Austin and Pausha are back and start things off by recapping their time at Summer League watching We...
NBA Summer League Observations, Reactions to Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson’s Debuts, and Thoughts on the New NBA In-Season Tournament | Real Ones
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja discuss their observations from the 2023 NBA summer league, their expectations for di...
The Last Remaining Questions of the NBA Offseason, Plus a Summer League Recap | Group Chat
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos start by recapping their time in Vegas at summer league. Then they discuss some...
Do the Raptors Have to Trade Pascal Siakam? | The Answer
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Seerat and Michael get together to break down the Toronto Raptors' disappointing offseason, and they...
Summer League Shenanigans: Wemby-Mania, Scoot Henderson, and Much More
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan Murdock and Tyler Parker are live from the concourse of the Thomas & Mack Center to talk throu...
Breaking Down the Long-Awaited Debut of Victor Wembanyama | Group Chat
08 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin and Wos are joined by The Ringer’s J. Kyle Mann live on the concourse of the Thomas & Mack ...
The Grant Williams Sign-and-Trade and Raja Reacts to Rap Lyrics With His Name | Real Ones
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja discuss the Grant Williams sign-and-trade deal between the Boston Celtics, the Dallas...
Ranking the Blue-Chip Assets in the Dame Chase, Plus More Big Post-Free Agency Questions | Group Chat
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin and Wos discuss whether Damian Lillard is truly destined for Miami (5:00), and they also rank...
Dame Requests Trade, Class of 2020 Max Contracts, and More From Day 2 of Free Agency
02 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
J. Kyle Mann and Tyler Parker join together to talk about the latest news on the second day of NBA f...
Breaking Down the Biggest Deals From Day 1 of NBA Free Agency | Group Chat
01 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin is joined by The Ringer’s Michael Pina to recap the first day of NBA free agency. They star...
Is This a Boring Year for NBA Free Agency? Plus, Why Kyrie Irving to the Suns Can’t Work | Real Ones
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja open by discussing what it’s like to be a retired NBA player during the offseason a...
The Most Interesting Teams, Trade Targets, and Free Agents of the 2023 Offseason | Group Chat
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos discuss some of the most compelling teams, trade targets, and free agents this ...
How Does the John Collins Trade Affect the Hawks and Jazz? Plus, Dream Trade Destinations for the Big NBA Free Agents | The Answer
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Seerat and Michael get together to share their reactions and insights to the trade that sent John Co...
Raja and Logan Expose Their Worst Takes From the Season | Real Ones
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja open by talking about the rumors swirling around Damian Lillard and his future with t...
2023 Draft Reactions and WTF Is Up With This Warriors–Chris Paul Trade? | Off Guard
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Austin and Pausha dive into the 2023 NBA draft and the trades made around the league. They break dow...
Warriors Trade Jordan Poole, and Picks for Chris Paul | Real Ones
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja discuss the massive Warriors-Wizards 2023 draft-day trade that sent Jordan Poole to D...
NBA Draft: Trade for a Vet or Keep the Pick? Plus, Jamal Murray on His First Championship | Group Chat
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos are joined by Danny Chau to discuss whether a handful of teams near the top of ...
Are the Phoenix Suns a Superteam? Plus, Big NBA Offseason Story Lines! | The Answer
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Seerat and Michael start the pod by sharing their reactions and insights to the blockbuster Bradley ...
Joker’s Interesting Championship Reaction, Miami’s Future, and More! | Off Guard
16 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Denver Nuggets won the Finals and Austin and Pausha are back to discuss all the reactions to the...
Way-Too-Early Questions for the 2023-24 NBA Season | Real Ones
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan is joined by The Ringer’s Rob Mahoney to parse through a handful of burning questions ahead ...
NBA Finals Ripple Effects. Plus, the Zion Chase Is On? | Group Chat
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos talk about the Denver Nuggets winning their first championship and whether this...
Is This the Beginning of the Next Great NBA Team? | The Answer
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Seerat and Tyler begin the pod by celebrating the Denver Nuggets winning the NBA Finals over the Mia...
The Dominance of the Denver Nuggets, Why Understanding Your Role as a Pro Is Essential, and Why NBA Players Love to Golf | Real Ones
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja open by discussing the unique relationship between NBA players and golf and why they ...
Trends and Lessons from the 2023 NBA Finals | Group Chat
11 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob and Wos debate what trends and lessons teams will take from the 2023 Finals beginning wi...
Jokic-Murray the Best Two-Man Game Ever? Plus, Chris Paul’s Potential New Team and Mailbag Time! | Off Guard
09 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Austin and Pausha break down Game 3 of the Finals and break down why the Nuggets took a firm 2-1 lea...
Van Lathan on Zion Williamson’s Recent Antics, Ja Morant’s Potential Long-Term Suspension, and the Ever-Changing Media Landscape Around the Modern Athlete | Real Ones
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan is joined by The Ringer’s Van Lathan to discuss the recent Zion Williamson controversy, how ...
The Jokic-Murray Combo Makes History in Game 3, Plus the Chris Paul Derby Begins | Group Chat
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos recap the Denver Nuggets winning Game 3 of the NBA Finals on the road, headline...
What Is the Nuggets’ Offensive Solution to the Heat’s Zone Defense? | The Answer
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Seerat and Michael start the pod by sharing their reactions to and insights from Miami’s victory o...
Howard Beck on the Miami Heat Stealing Game 2, Defending Nikola Jokic, and Kyrie Irving Wanting LeBron James in Dallas | Real Ones
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja are joined by longtime NBA sportswriter Howard Beck to discuss the Miami Heat stealin...
What’s the Heat’s Move in Game 2? Plus, Next Steps for New Coaching Hires. | Group Chat
03 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos preview Game 2 of the NBA Finals and talk about the moves Miami can do to compe...
Jokic, the Nuggets, and the Altitude Dominate Game 1. Plus, Reaction to Monty Williams’s Historic Hire. | Off Guard
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Austin and Pausha are back to talk through Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets’ dominant Game 1 ...
Amin Elhassan on the NBA Finals, Boston’s Collapse, and Heat Culture | Real Ones
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja are joined by Meadowlark Media analyst and veteran NBA insider Amin Elhassan to discu...
Five Questions That Will Decide the 2023 NBA Finals | Group Chat
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos kick things off by giving their final thoughts on how the Heat-Celtics Eastern ...
Was the Heat-Celtics ECF Game 7 the Most Disappointing Home Playoff Loss Ever? | The Answer
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Seerat and Kyle get together to share their reactions to the Heat’s impressive win over the Celtic...
Derrick White’s Miracle Putback Saves the Celtics’ Season | Group Chat
28 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos react to the Celtics forcing a Game 7 after Derrick White’s miraculous last-s...
Celtics Put Pressure on the Heat for Game 6 | Off Guard
27 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Austin and Pausha are back to preview Game 6 of the Eastern Conference finals (02:00). Then, the guy...
Can the Celtics Extend the Series at Home? | Real Ones
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja kick things off with a brief discussion of LeBron alluding to retirement, before taki...
Boston Stays Alive … But for How Long? Plus, a Deep Dive Into LeBron’s Retirement Plan. | Group Chat
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos kick off the pod by discussing Boston's extended season after winning Game 4 of...
Where Do LeBron James, the Lakers, and the Celtics Go from Here? | The Answer
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Seerat and Michael begin the podcast by sharing their reactions to the Nuggets' sweep of the Lakers,...
The Heat Go Up 3-0, Carmelo Anthony Retires, and Lakers on the Verge of Getting Swept | Real Ones
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja are back to talk about the Celtics getting embarrassed by the Heat in a must-win Game...
The Nuggets are Unstoppable. Plus, Harden Watch and Boston’s Best Shot at a Comeback | Group Chat
21 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The guys return with an exciting reaction episode to Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals between...
It’s Getting Heated; The Heat Steal Game 2 Against the Celtics
20 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
J. Kyle Mann and Tyler Parker return this weekend to discuss Game 2 of the Heat-Celtics Eastern Conf...
Doc Rivers Out in Philly, Wemby In with the Spurs and the Nuggets’ Championship Run | Off Guard
20 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Austin and Pausha kick off the pod talking about Joe Mazzulla’s obsession with ‘The Town’ and ...
Recent NBA Head-Coaching Shake-ups, “Himmy” Butler and the Heat, and Previewing Lakers-Nuggets Game 2 | Real Ones
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja are back to discuss the recent NBA head coach firings around the league, the reasons ...
Jimmy Buckets Steals Another Game 1, Plus Draft Lottery Ripple Effects | Group Chat
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin and Wos start the pod by reacting to Miami taking homecourt advantage away from Boston in Gam...
Jokic’s Offense or AD’s Defense? Plus, Examining the Celtics-Heat Revenge Series. | The Answer
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Seerat and Michael begin their conversation by previewing the Lakers-Nuggets Western Conference fina...
What’s Next for Philly and Golden State? Plus: Ja Morant Suspended Again | Real Ones
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja open the show with their reactions to the Celtics dominant game 7 win against the 76e...