The Ringer NBA Show
Episodes
Can Doc Rivers Fix the Bucks? Plus, the Heat Just Got Scary. | Group Chat
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos start by giving their reactions to the Bucks' firing of head coach Adrian Griffin and hiring of Doc Rivers (1:35). They talk abou...
Does Kevin Durant Belong in the GOAT Discussion? Plus, Mailbag Monday! | Real Ones
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Logan, Raja, and Howard discuss Kevin Durant stating that he should be considered as the greatest NBA player of all time and whether or not he actuall...
All-Star Ballots: Starters and Reserves | Group Chat
21 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos join to make their All-Star picks and debate their individual ballots with one another. They start with the East and debate myria...
Are the Pacers a Finals Contender With Pascal Siakam? Plus, the Most Interesting Trade Targets and Potential Destinations. | Real Ones
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja discuss the Raptors' decision to move on from Pascal Siakam, his fit with the Pacers, and whether his presence pushes them into true co...
Pascal Siakam to the Pacers Trade Reaction. Plus, Round 1 of Embiid vs. Jokic, and Chet: Live and in Color. | Group Chat
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos join to cover the Raptors-Pacers trade that sent Pascal Siakam to the Pacers in return for three first-round picks and Bruce Brow...
The Most Interesting Players Ahead of the Trade Deadline | Group Chat
14 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos join to discuss the most intriguing players that could be on the move ahead of the NBA trade deadline. First, they cover the red-...
What Is Going On With Recent NBA Officiating? Plus, Tyronn Lue’s Phenomenal Coaching | Real Ones
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja discuss Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic’s postgame rant aimed at the refs in Tuesday’s loss to the Lakers, and a recent streak o...
A Surprise Kawhi Extension, the Bucks’ Big Problem, and Ja and Haliburton Injury Ripple Effects | Group Chat
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos start by discussing the news that broke during the show, that Kawhi Leonard signed an extension with the Clippers. They discuss t...
Draymond Is Back, and Should We Be Worried About the Bucks? | Real Ones
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Logan, Raja, and Howard Beck are back to discuss Draymond’s return to the Warriors after his suspension, as well as what his impact on this version ...
NBA SOS: Our Plans to Save the Lakers and Warriors | Group Chat
07 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos join to discuss the Warriors' and Lakers' nightmare seasons and try to draw up a plan to save them. First, they talk about the Wa...
Can the Thunder Keep This Up? Plus: Do We Believe Their Raps. | Real Ones
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja are back to acknowledge what has been a very successful year for the Oklahoma City Thunder, and discuss what it takes for a young team ...
Reassessing the East and West Races, Plus a Live Show Announcement! | Group Chat
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos begin by announcing that 'Group Chat' will have a live show during All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis! Then they get into the show ...
Instant Reaction Pod with Bill Simmons! OG Anunoby Traded to the Knicks! | Group Chat
30 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin and Rob are joined by The Ringer’s Bill Simmons to break down the trade that brings OG Anunoby to the New York Knicks, with RJ Barrett and Im...
The Best There Is, the Best That Will Be | Group Chat
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos discuss which NBA teams and players are in trouble right now (3:20), who has the best team (29:27), who is the MVP so far (43:24)...
NBA Festivus: The Airing of Grievances! | Group Chat
23 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos take the aluminum pole out of the crawl space, stretch for the Feats of Strength, and, of course, gather everyone for the Airing ...
2023 Realys Awards | Real Ones
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
2023 Realys Awards | Real OnesLogan and Raja are joined by producer Kerm on the second edition of the annual Realys Awards, in which we celebrate the ...
Mailbag: Ja Morant and the Grizzlies, Best Player in a Bad Situation, and More | Group Chat
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos open up the mailbag and answer some listener questions about Ja Morant and the Grizzlies, best League Pass teams, player fashion,...
Questions Heading Into 2024 | Real Ones
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Howard are back to grade the success thus far of the Suns' and Bucks' experiments with retooling, with new superstar talent being added to t...
Is This Anything? | Group Chat
17 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Ringer’s Michael Pina joins Justin and Wos to examine some of the league’s biggest storylines and consider whether or not they are significant...
What Draymond Green’s Suspension Means for the Warriors. Plus, Bomani Jones on Today’s Sports Media Environment | Real Ones
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan and Raja discuss Draymond Green’s recent antics, the indefinite suspension handed down to him by the league, and what’s next for the Golden ...
Which Teams Should Buy, Sell, or Stay Put as Trade Season Begins | Group Chat
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Justin, Rob, and Wos take a look at five teams at the start of trade season to determine whether they should be buyers, sellers, or stay put in the co...
Was the In-Season Tournament a Success? Plus, Is Bron and Bronny Playing Together Really a Possibility? | Real Ones
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Logan, Raja, and Howard deep dive on the overall success of the in-season tournament and how important LeBron’s treatment of the tournament was for ...
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 Anthony Davis’s dominant performance, and explor...
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 things off by discussing what the NBA’s benchmarks...
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 quarterfinals (2:13). Then they preview the semifinal matchu...
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 tournament ahead of the quarterfinals (02:00). Along th...
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 the first quarter of the NBA season (3:33). They h...
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 Mondays and Thursdays as well as 'Group Chat with J...
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 after blowing a 24-point lead against the Sacramento...
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. They recap the results from the final day of group pl...
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 altercation with Rudy Gobert, and explore if the Warrio...
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, the best team, and the biggest positive surprise p...
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 start with their take about a player (4:33), then a ...
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 “doubted” him after his move to Los Angeles, how NBA pl...
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 Thunder, and dispiriting performances from Steph’...
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 prioritized scoring over defense and how that changed ho...
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 discuss the top three picks from this past draft,...
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, talented teams to legitimate conference contenders...
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 throughout the first three weeks of the NBA season. Th...
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 the Detroit Pistons, the respect that refs give ro...
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 believe the surprise is sustainable or not. They discus...
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 thoughts on the new addition to the regular season, a...
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’s inaugural in-season tournament. They share wh...
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 Gilbert Arenas to discuss what it was like playing again...
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 trade. They discuss Harden’s fit on the Clippers, t...
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 should have since it's led by an aging LeBron Jam...
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 start by exploring what’s going wrong with the ...
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 Wembanyama navigated opening night jitters as a roo...
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 Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets, who didn't skip a beat ...
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 NBA season. They discuss their expectations for V...
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 means for the Grizzlies going forward (3:05). Then, th...
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 Poole dropping 41 points in three quarters, and whe...
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 talking about the teams slotted fifth to first. For eac...
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 about the teams slotted 10th to sixth. For each tea...
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 Lillard’s Milwaukee Bucks preseason debut and disc...
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 about the teams slotted 15th to 11th. For each team...
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 talking about the teams from no. 20 to no. 16. For each ...
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 was traded to the Celtics and discuss how this com...
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 bottom 10 teams in the league. For each team, they giv...
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 the favorite in the Eastern Conference, and their 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 triple win for all three teams involved (0:32). Th...
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 their thoughts on what Lillard looks like on the Bu...
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 being an active player and hosting his own podcast...
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 responds to comments made around the league (1:05). ...
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 resting their stars in an attempt to limit load ma...
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 potential dream team that will be heading to Paris for ...
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 team (3:44). Then, they answer five questions one m...
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 thoughts on Noah Lyles’s viral comments on the NBA...
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 of a potential contract extension with the Milwauk...
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. Throughout their conversation, they share their team proje...
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 chosen amongst other elite players (7:40). They then di...
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 Basketball Hall of Fame inductees. They guys look...
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 trade demands throughout the league (3:30). Then, the...
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 Celtics for the richest deal in NBA history (1:55). Then...
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 Stephen Curry to discuss his early days in the league...
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 Wemby play in Las Vegas (2:14). Then, they dive into...
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 different types of players, and the significance of ...
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 of the league news coming out regarding new rule ...
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 anticipate great changes coming for the team in t...
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 through all the shenanigans that took place during the ...
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 Center to discuss Victor Wembanyama’s debut and ...
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 Mavericks, and the San Antonio Spurs, and what th...
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 the trade packages reportedly available to Portla...
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 free agency. They start off with Damian Lillard’s...
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 start off talking about Fred VanVleet signing with the...
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 and the last time Raja almost convinced himself to ...
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 offseason. They discuss what the Lakers and Spurs ...
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 Collins from the Hawks to the Jazz. They examine the...
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 the Portland Trail Blazers before parsing through 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 down the Bradley Beal trade and weigh the remaining p...
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.C. and Chris Paul to the Bay Area. Did it make se...
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 the draft should keep or trade their picks. They t...
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 Beal trade. They dive into how the deal affects bo...
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 championship, including Nikola Jokic’s very tam...
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 of the next NBA season, including whether the Denv...
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 team is good enough to become a dynasty. Then the...
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 Miami Heat. They examine Nikola Jokic’s dominating ...
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 gravitate to the individual sport (2:00). Next, th...
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 with how the Nuggets and Heat were built as well as ...
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 lead (4:43). They discuss another dominant Jokic perf...