The Ringer NBA Show

The Heat and Suns Handle Business at Home | Group Chat

05 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos discuss the Suns putting on a clinic in the second half and pulling away from the Mavericks to take a 2-0 series lead (1:45). The...

The Bucks Turn the Tables on the Celtics and the Grizzlies Can’t Cash in on Draymond Green’s Ejection in Game 1. Plus, Utah Jazz Pack Watch. | Real Ones

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja hop on this evening to talk about how Memphis fumbled its opportunity to take Game 1 of the Warriors-Grizzlies series with Draymond eje...

Bucks Control Game 1 in Boston | Weekends with Wos

01 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wosny Lambre is joined by J. Kyle Mann to discuss the Bucks' impressive Game 1 victory in Boston (2:28). Then, they discuss what direction the Utah Ja...

Second-Round Playoffs Preview | The Answer

29 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Seerat start the pod by reacting to the Sixers' close-out win versus the Raptors. They then look forward to their next matchup against the M...

The Warriors and Bucks Move On, Plus Round 1 Re-evaluations | Group Chat

28 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos start by discussing the Warriors closing out the Nuggets (1:58). Then, they discuss the Bucks winning their series by routing the...

KD Gets Beat Up, Jayson Tatum Snatches the Torch, and the West Is Wide Open | The Real Ones

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Raja and Logan start the pod by reacting to the Nets getting swept by the Celtics in the first round of the NBA playoffs. They discuss Boston's stifli...

The Nets are Done, and the Grizzlies and T-Wolves Are Tied 2-2 | Weekends with Wos

24 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wos is joined by Bleacher Report and The Athletic’s Mo Dakhil to discuss the Celtics' dismantling of the Nets. They also look ahead to the Nets' off...

Game 3 Reactions With Rob Mahoney | The Answer

23 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Seerat is joined by the Ringer's own Rob Mahoney to discuss some of the exciting first-round NBA playoff action, starting with Grizzlies-Timberwolves ...

Celtics and Sixers Win Again, and the Bulls Even Up the Series | Group Chat

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos start by discussing the Celtics' comeback victory over the Nets at home to take a 2-0 series lead (2:57). Then, they discuss the ...

The Warriors Cut the Nuggets Down to Size Again in Game 2. Plus, Do the Nets Have Enough Gas in the Tank to Get Through the Celtics? | Real Ones

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja join at the end of night three of the NBA playoffs to discuss the genesis of third Splash Bro Jordan Poole after the Warriors again dis...

Utah and Minnesota Win on the Road and Philly Rolls at Home in Game 1 | Weekends With Wos

17 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wos is joined by The Ringer’s J. Kyle Mann to discuss three of the four Game 1 matchups on the first day of the NBA playoffs. They start with Utah b...

This Is NBA Playoffs 'Jeopardy' | The Answer

16 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Seerat start the pod by reacting to the news that Paul George will be out for the Clippers-Pelicans play-in game. Next they engage in a 'Jeo...

Examining Play-in Game Story Lines and Previewing the Start of the Playoffs | Real Ones

14 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja discuss the most interesting aspects of the play-in games thus far, including the Spurs' future (6:00) and the Timberwolves' postgame c...

The Nets and Timberwolves Advance, Plus Title-Shot Power Rankings | Group Chat

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos start by discussing the Nets and Timberwolves securing their spots in the playoffs and they look ahead to Nets-Celtics and Timber...

Which Playoff Contenders Are Real and Fake? Plus, Play-In Tournament Preview. | Real Ones

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On the eve of the NBA Play-In Tournament, Logan and Raja discuss whether each of the top-ranked and highly regarded teams are real or fake Finals cont...

What Can We Take Away From This Denver Nuggets Season? | Weekends With Wos

10 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wos is joined by DNVR Sports’ Adam Mares and they start by discussing how the Nuggets have performed this season despite missing Jamal Murray and Mi...

Can the Grizzlies Change Team-Building? | The Answer

09 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Seerat start the pod by giving props to the Memphis Grizzlies and analyzing their amazing success this season as a small-market franchise. N...

How Kobe and Shaq Gained Entrance to the NBA Icons Club With Jackie MacMullan | Real Ones

07 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Ringer’s Jackie MacMullan joins Logan and Raja to talk about her new podcast ‘Icons Club’ on the ‘Book of Basketball 2.0’ feed, which ch...

A Lakers Viking Funeral, Plus All-NBA Picks | Group Chat

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos start by burying the Lakers and recapping their favorite moments from Los Angeles's disappointing season now that they were offic...

How the Steph Curry–Led Warriors Connect to the Tim Duncan–Led Spurs. Plus, What the Nets’ Coaching Staff Is Missing | Real Ones

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja dig into their feelings about UNC beating Duke over the weekend (1:00), where Lakers head coach Frank Vogel could end up when he inevit...

The Mental State of the Modern Superstar With Logan Murdock | The Answer

02 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Seerat is joined by The Ringer's own Logan Murdock to analyze how NBA superstars like Kevin Durant and Steph Curry navigate criticism and media access...

How the Nets Have Maintained Their Culture and How the Jazz Have Failed Their Mission This Season | Real Ones

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja talk about whether we’ll be more surprised by which team comes out of the Eastern or Western conference to the NBA Finals (0:40). The...

PG’s Return, Giannis’s MVP Moment, and the Lakers Chase for 10th | Group Chat

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos recap Paul George’s return to the Clippers and how that can change the Western Conference playoffs, whether the Lakers should f...

Arizona Fails to Adjust, Duke-UNC Hype, and a Life Update From Jonathan Tjarks | Upside High

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks start the pod by reacting to some of the weekend’s NCAA tournament action, with special focus on Arizona’s upset ...

Time Lord’s Injury, Unlucky Lakers, the Slap, and More With Bill Simmons

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja catch up on their separate exploits in New York City (1:00), before Bill Simmons hops on to talk about Robert Williams’s torn meniscu...

What’s Wrong with the Miami Heat? | Weekends with Wos

27 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wos is joined by Meadowlark Media's Tom Haberstroh and they talk about the Miami Heat who have lost four games in row and have been in the news after ...

How Dr. J Bridged the '70s to the Modern NBA With Jackie MacMullan | The Answer

25 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Seerat start the pod by sharing their reactions to the fight between Erik Spoelstra and Jimmy Butler during the Heat's loss to the Warriors ...

An Update on the Robert Sarver Investigation, Kyrie Irving’s Return to Home Games, and More With Howard Beck | Real Ones

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Logan welcomes Sports Illustrated’s Howard Beck to talk about his recent reporting about the ongoing Robert Sarver investigation (0:40), the rule re...

Eastern Conference Survivor, Plus Hot-Seat Rankings | Group Chat

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos pick four Eastern Conference teams to get out of the first round and then vote on the team they think will make the Finals (3:58)...

The Worst Kentucky Loss Ever, Chet Holmgren Under Pressure, and More Tournament Reactions | Upside High

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks start the pod by revisiting Kentucky’s stunning loss to Saint Peter’s in the first round of the NCAA tournament. ...

Is Trae Young the Greatest Hawk of All Time? Plus More With Rembert Browne | Real Ones

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

While Raja hits the slopes, Logan welcomes Rembert Browne to fill in as guest host as only he can. They catch up on the Hawks’ season and Trae Young...

Who’s to Blame for the Lakers' Disastrous Season | Weekends With Wos

20 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wos is joined by SB Nation’s Sabreena Merchant. They go down the line and discuss who is to blame for the Lakers' struggles this season, and then as...

Will Playoff Small Ball Neutralize the Big Man Boom? | The Answer

19 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Seerat begin the pod by talking about Kentucky's upset loss to St. Peters in the first round of the NCAA men's basketball tournament. They t...

Luka Doncic Puts on a Show in Brooklyn. Plus, the Timberwolves Are Surprisingly Good. | Real Ones

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Logan is coming at you from Brooklyn after going to the Mavericks-Nets game on Wednesday night to discuss with Raja the feeling in the arena after Luk...

The Five Things That Still Need Sorting Out Over the Season’s Final Month | Group Chat

16 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos talk about five teams that have things to sort out, including the Nets (1:55), Sixers, Lakers (21:00), Timberwolves, and Nuggets....

March Madness, Players to Watch in the Tournament, and Kentucky Talk | Upside High

15 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks look forward to the upcoming NCAA basketball tournament by reminiscing about their favorite individual performances f...

Breaking Down the Nets’ Big Win Over the 76ers | Real Ones

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja first talk about Kevin Garnett’s jersey retirement in Boston and the dry-aged beef between KG and Ray Allen (1:00). Then they dive in...

Why Has Russell Westbrook Been Such a Disaster for the Lakers? | Weekends With Wos

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wos is joined by The Washington Post's Ben Golliver to discuss Chet Holmgren's performance at the West Coast Conference championship and how his game ...

Instant Reactions to Nets-Sixers | The Answer

11 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Seerat share their analysis of the Nets’ blowout win over the 76ers on Thursday night. They speculate about the resulting narrative fallou...

How the New-Look Mavericks Are Making a Playoff Push, With Jonathan Tjarks | Real Ones

10 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja are joined by The Ringer’s Jonathan Tjarks to discuss the moves the Dallas Mavericks made at the trade deadline this season and how t...

Which Late-Season Trends Are for Real? Plus Ja Morant’s Ascent | Group Chat

09 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Justin and Wos are joined by Sports Illustrated’s Michael Pina to discuss Kyrie’s latest comments on facing James Harden (02:00). They also discus...

Luka Doncic, Coach K, and Top-Five Draft Prospects | Upside High

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks begin the pod by discussing Luka Doncic’s performance against the Utah Jazz on Monday night and coach Mike Krzyzews...

Mark Cuban on the Mavericks’ Playoff Push, How He Stays on the Cutting Edge, and More | Real Ones

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja kick off Mavericks Week on the 'Real Ones' podcast with the one, the only, Mavs owner Mark Cuban. They get into everything from how he ...

What Does the League Look Like Without a Best Player? | The Answer

05 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Seerat begin the pod by sharing their reactions to LeBron James's performance against the Mavs on Tuesday night and wonder if the game was a...

Can the Grizzlies Catch Up to the Struggling Warriors? Plus, the Mavericks Are Surging. | Real Ones

03 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja dig into whether the Grizzlies can make a Finals run this season (2:00) as the Warriors have faltered in recent weeks (6:00), what has ...

An Early (but Not Too Early) MVP Conversation | Group Chat

02 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Justin and Rob are joined by J. Kyle Mann to rank their top five MVP candidates and discuss a couple of other guys who could get in the mix. Hosts: J...

Ja Morant, Purdue's Jaden Ivey and Zach Edey, and Ayo Dosunmu | Upside High

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks begin the pod by sharing their reactions to Ja Morant's 52 point game against the Spurs on Monday night.() They then ...

Does DeMar DeRozan Give the Bulls a Chance at the Title? Plus: James Harden Makes His Debut. | Real Ones

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja check in with Zion Williamson after a vicious fat-shaming Mardi Gras float paraded through the streets of New Orleans (1:00), and they ...

Ryan and Musa From 'Stadio' on Shortened Seasons, Relegation, and Elam Endings | The Answer

25 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chris begins the pod by sharing his reactions to some of the NBA action that took place after the All-Star break. He's then joined by Musa and Ryan fr...

Thoughts From All-Star Weekend, Plus LeBron James Puts the Lakers on Notice | Real Ones

24 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja dive into their thoughts on All-Star Weekend, including changes that need to be made to the dunk contest (5:00) and how fun it is to wa...

Do LeBron and Zion Want Out? Plus, Second-Half Story Lines. | Group Chat

23 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Justin and Rob are joined by Chris Ryan this week to discuss all the LeBron news from All-Star Weekend and what it could mean for his future with the ...

Rising Stars at All-Star Weekend, Jalen Suggs, and Cade Cunningham vs. Franz Wagner | Upside High

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks begin the pod by sharing their reactions to some of the events of All-Star Weekend and the Juwan Howard incident. The...

How Did the Celtics Turn Their Season Around? | Weekends With Wos

20 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wos is joined by The Athletic’s Jared Weiss to talk about the Boston Celtics. They discuss the Celtics' early-season struggles and what looked diffe...

Will the NBA Championship Be Won By the Team With the Most Continuity? | The Answer

19 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Seerat begin the pod by discussing the false potential that is being set for certain NBA teams by the media after the trade deadline. The co...

Bomani Jones on How Player Empowerment Has Shaped the NBA | Real Ones

17 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja are joined this week by ESPN’s Bomani Jones and they get right to the shits. They talk about Bomani’s new sports show coming to HBO...

Most Intriguing Teams After the Trade Deadline and Buyout Market Matchmaker | Group Chat

16 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verrier, Rob, and Wos discuss the most interesting teams—in a good and bad way—after the trade deadline, including the Celtics, Bucks, Jazz, and m...

Marvin Bagley, Anfernee Simons, and Insight of the Front Office | Upside High

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks return to talk about the youth movement in basketball. They begin by discussing Marvin Bagley and how his role could ...

Behind the Scenes of the Trade Deadline With Shams Charania | Real Ones

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja first get into Raja’s thoughts on the James Harden for Ben Simmons trade (0:30) before NBA news-breaker Shams Charania joins to expla...

How Ben Simmons Fits With the Nets and What Went Wrong With Harden | Weekends With Wos

13 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wos is joined Kristian Winfield from the New York Daily News to discuss the Brooklyn Nets. First, they break down how the Ben Simmons trade helps the ...

Is This the Twilight of the Superteam? | The Answer

11 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Seerat are joined by The Ringer's own Justin Verrier to analyze the James Harden-Ben Simmons trade. The conversation then leads to a discuss...

Trade Deadline Spectacular! James Harden for Ben Simmons, Dinwiddie for Porzingis, and More. | Real Ones

11 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Up top, Logan is joined by Rob Mahoney to talk about the trades that went down right before the deadline at noon PT, starting with the blockbuster tra...

Will the Lakers Make a Panic Trade? Plus, Second-Guessing the Sabonis and McCollum Deals. | Group Chat

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verrier, Rob, and Wos debate what can (and should) be done to solve the Lakers' problems at the deadline (1:40), before breaking down the surprising t...

Breaking Down the Tyrese Haliburton Trade, Plus Tyrese Maxey's Game | Upside High

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks return to break down the news of the Tyrese Haliburton trade to the Indiana Pacers and what might have been behind a...

Instant Reaction to the Kings-Pacers Trade

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kevin O’Connor, Seerat Sohi, and Logan Murdock got together on Greenroom to discuss today’s trade between the Sacramento Kings and Indiana Pacers,...

Dissecting the James Harden–for–Ben Simmons Trade Rumors. Plus, Scuttlebutt From Around the League. | Real Ones

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s trade season! Logan and Raja talk about the rumors swirling around a potential James Harden–Ben Simmons trade (0:30), including the little de...

Donovan Mitchell, Rudy Gobert, and the Jazz's Recent Struggles

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wos is joined by Sarah Todd, who covers the Jazz for the Deseret News, to discuss the Jazz's recent struggles (1:26). Then they get into the complicat...

Are They on the Right Team? | The Answer

05 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Seerat go through all 30 NBA franchises and discuss real, possible, and hypothetical roster moves that could elevate each one as the trade d...

Harden to Philly? Simmons to Brooklyn?

05 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bill Simmons and Kevin O’Connor discuss the trade rumors around James Harden and Ben Simmons. This conversation originally occurred on Spotify Green...

The Real Mismatch Grizzlies-palooza With Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor | Real Ones

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this iconic Ringer NBA crossover event, Logan and Raja are joined by Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor, hosts of ‘The Mismatch,’ to discuss all...

The Most Intriguing Teams at the Deadline, Plus All-Star Reserves Debates | Group Chat

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verrier, Rob, and Wos start by discussing a handful of teams that could be looking to make trades before the deadline (1:34). Then they debate who the...

Deserving First-Time All-Stars | Upside High

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks are back to discuss some of the most impressive young players who are deserving of All-Star status, beginning with La...

Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert’s Mysterious Relationship. Plus, Are the Bucks in Trouble? | Real Ones

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja first look into the social-media madness and rumored poor relationship between Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert and the issues that cou...

How the Heat Are First in the East. Plus, Are the Suns the Best Team in the NBA?

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wos is joined by Zach Harper of The Athletic and SiriusXM NBA Radio. First, they break down how the Miami Heat have managed to get to the top of the E...

An NBA Venting Session | The Answer

28 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Seerat begin the pod by sharing their reactions to the Sixers' win over the Lakers on Thursday night. They then try to find solutions to som...

Do League Rules Hamstring Defenders? Plus, James Harden Trade Rumors. | Real Ones

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You can always count on Raja to give you 25 minutes on why a hard foul is not a dirty play—it’s the gift that keeps on giving. Logan and Raja disc...

James Harden to Philly? Plus, 2022 All-Star Starter Debates | Group Chat

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Verrier, Rob, and Wos discuss the James Harden to Philly rumors (2:48), Anthony Davis’s return from injury (24:29), and the rumored Russ for Wall sw...

Duke Dudes Paolo Banchero and AJ Griffin

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks return to discuss young prospect Paolo Banchero, how size and defense can be a well-developed asset for a young colle...

Celtics Palooza With Jackie MacMullan | Real Ones

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Logan is joined by The Ringer’s Jackie MacMullan to talk about the Celtics' past, present, and future, including the team’s issues holding onto ta...

Looking at Chicago’s Surprising Season. Plus, Are the Bucks the Championship Favorites?

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wos is joined by Amin Elhassan of Meadowlark Media and SiriusXM NBA Radio to discuss the Bulls’ surprising season and investigate whether their succ...

Would You Be Shocked If … ? (Second Half of the Season Predictions) | The Answer

22 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Seerat start the pod by reacting to the Suns' big win over the Mavericks on Thursday night and discuss the possibility of Phoenix returning ...

Russell Westbrook and the Lakers at a Crossroads | Real Ones

20 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’re halfway through the season and the Lakers are the gift that keeps on giving. Logan and Raja talk about the rumors that Frank Vogel’s job is ...

Injuries Abound, a Trade, a Hot Seat, and More | Group Chat

19 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos play a little news roulette and discuss some of the major injuries around the league, their thoughts on Frank Vogel being on the ...

Cam Reddish and the Explosive Memphis Grizzlies

18 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks are back to talk about the new and exciting prospects of the NBA. They begin with the promising Cam Reddish of the Ne...

Breaking Down Ben Simmons's Trade Value. Plus, Is the Warriors' Success Sustainable in the Playoffs? | Weekends With Wos

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wos is joined by Nate Duncan of 'The Dunc'd On Podcast' and 'Hollinger & Duncan NBA Show' to discuss Ben Simmons and his trade value (2:05) before get...

How Far Can the Grizzlies Go? And What Now For the Hawks? | The Answer

15 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Seerat discuss the advantages and pitfalls that can affect the younger teams in the NBA, notably the Memphis Grizzlies and Atlanta Hawks, wh...

Chris Herring on the ’90s Knicks, the Current Knicks, and the Chicago Bulls | Real Ones

13 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sports Illustrated’s Chris Herring joins Logan and Raja to talk about the ’90s Knicks teams in his new book ‘Blood in the Garden: The Flagrant H...

No-Power Rankings | Group Chat

12 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos each rank 5-1 the worst organizational situations in the NBA. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Production As...

Jabari Smith Jr. and RJ Barrett Put in Extra Work | Upside High

11 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks are back to discuss the young and exciting players of the NBA, beginning with the pedigree and story of Jabari Smith ...

Klay Thompson’s Return to the Court and All That Comes With It | Real Ones

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja talk about the atmosphere and mythos surrounding Klay Thompson’s long-awaited return to basketball on Sunday night, as well as the on...

What Player Needs a Ring the Most? | The Answer

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Seerat share their reactions to Dirk Nowitzki's number retirement ceremony and reflect on his career and impact on the NBA. Then they discus...

Ja Morant Is Proving He Belongs Among the Best of the Best. Plus: We Give the Bulls Some Love. | Real Ones

06 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja touch on all the topics weighing on their conscience this week, starting with Ja Morant proving that he is at the tippy top of his draf...

Takeaways From the Replacement Player Era and Major Story lines in the New Year | Group Chat

05 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As players begin to return from health and safety protocols, Justin, Rob, and Wos talk about the last few weeks of basketball and if anything can be t...

Jonathan Kuminga’s Role With the Warriors, and Chet Holmgren as a Top Draft Pick | Upside High

04 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks open by discussing Jonathan Kuminga’s rookie season, his upside in the NBA, and his role with the Warriors (2:23). ...

‘Real Ones’ New Year’s Mailbag | Real Ones

30 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In the final episode of the year, Logan and Raja are joined by The Ringer’s finest and ‘Real Ones’ chief meme officer Jomi Adeniran and we get d...

LaMelo Ball, Anthony Edwards, Development and Fixes | Upside High

28 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jonathan Tjarks and J. Kyle Mann return from Vegas and are ready to discuss up-and-coming prospects! First up is LaMelo Ball, and they weigh in on wha...

Ringing in NBA Xmas With a Question for Every Game | Group Chat

22 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Justin, Rob, and Wos begin by discussing all the replacement players that teams have signed and pick out their favorites so far (1:00). Then, they run...

The Latest From the G League Showcase and the G League Ignite | Upside High

21 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks open by discussing their trip to the G League Showcase (2:00). Then they finish by discussing guys finding their role...

Part-Time Kyrie: What Does That Mean for the Nets? Plus, the Lakers' Chances After AD's Injury. | Real Ones

20 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Logan and Raja talk about Kyrie Irving’s return to the Brooklyn Nets (4:13) and Kyrie’s complicated personality (19:59). Then they react to the n...

The Warriors Are the Most Fun Story in the NBA

19 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wos is joined by Ethan Strauss to talk about the Warriors. They start by talking about what makes the Warriors the the most fun story in the NBA this ...

Did the Process Really Lead the Sixers to … This? | The Answer

17 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Chris is joined by Ben Detrick from Cookies Hoops to talk about the state of the Philadelphia 76ers and their concerns about the team's future. They w...