NBA scores, stats, standings and moves are fodder for hot takes on The Crossover with Chris Mannix & Rohan Nadkarni. Get into every NBA playoffs battle, free agent frenzy, draft dilemma and trade rumor. Plus hear the most in-depth and interesting interviews from SI's NBA insiders with unparalleled access.
On our new Friday edition of the show, Howard Beck welcomes Tag Team – DC The Brain Supreme and Steve Rolln – to discuss their incredibly popular Geico ad, the boost it's given their careers and their NBA fandom. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
This week Mannix and Beck discuss A-Rod's surprise entrance into the NBA ownership ranks (with an assist from The Athletic's Jon Krawczynski), the state of the MVP race and just how serious a threat is Utah to win the Western Conference? Plus your Twitter questions on offseason shakeups, the Bulls roster issues, R.J. Barrett's play with the Knicks and more. Subscribe, rate and review this pod on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you download podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https:...
Mannix and Beck dive into Milwaukee's decision to extend Jrue Holiday -- and go all-in on the Giannis/Khris Middleton/Holiday core -- and what it means if the team comes up short in the playoffs, how significant a rough stretch could be for the Lakers, what it would mean for LeBron James's legacy if he takes an eighth seed to a championship, how Golden State's struggles reflect on Stephen Curry and more. Support the pod by subscribing, rating and reviewing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever ...
Joining SI's Chris Mannix this week is Dan Woike, Lakers beat writer for the LA Times. Mannix and Woike discuss the Kyle Lowry trade that wasn't, the impact of Andre Drummond, how concerned the Lakers are about Anthony Davis's leg injury and just how bad could things get for LA with Davis and LeBron James out; later, SI NBA Draft analyst Jeremy Woo on the Cade Cunningham/Evam Mobley debate, players that have boosted their draft stock in the tournament, Gonzaga's draft prospects, who teams are ho...
Mannix and Beck discuss a wild NBA trade deadline, from the Raptors decision not to move Kyle Lowry, the Heat’s pivot to Victor Oladipo, the Nuggets arming up for a run in the Western Conference, the Rockets (seemingly) pathetic final haul for James Harden, the Clippers adding a playmaker, the Celtics adding a scorer and a look ahead to the impact of what could be a robust buyout market. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redci...
The trade deadline is upon us! Where will Oladipo land? Who’s getting Aaron Gordon? Should the Knicks buy or sell? Mannix and Beck dive into the biggest storylines as we head toward Thursday’s 3 p.m. ET trade deadline. Also, Beck chats with NBA officiating chief Monty McCutchen – on player complaints, fanless games, the unique challenges of this season and McCutchen’s epic pandemic beard. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redc...
On this week’s pod, Mannix and Beck dive into Chris Webber’s case for the Hall of Fame – and why his college basketball accomplishments should be counted – the team that needs to make a deal before the March 25th trade deadline (hint: one is in L.A.) and take a long look at the MVP race—and if Chris Paul belongs in it. As always, support the pod by subscribing, rating and submitting reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you download your pods. Learn more about your ad-choices at https:/...
This week, Mannix and Beck dive into the one-year anniversary of the NBA's decision to shut down its season, from what we thought was going to happen back then to how the NBA has handled in its attempt to exist during a global pandemic. Plus the future of LaMarcus Aldridge -- and could a reunion in Portland be in the offing? -- the sustainability of the Jazz success in the second half of the season, a wide open MVP race and more. Subscribe, rate and review the pod on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or a...
On this week’s Crossover, Mannix and Beck explore the Knicks’ fantastic resurgence and whether it’s sustainable. They also discuss the Hawks’ firing of Lloyd Pierce, the Kristaps Porzingis trade rumors and whether Kobe should be the new NBA logo. Then, Beck interviews J.A. Adande about his new podcast with Jack McCallum about Kobe, LeBron and the 2008 Redeem Team. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy ...
On this week’s Crossover Pod, Mannix and Beck discuss the All-Star reserves. Was there a legitimate snub? Should the NBA change how reserves are chosen? Plus what happened with the Minnesota coaching change, if the ‘Wolves deserve the criticism being leveled at them, if DeMarcus Cousins can help a contender, what’s going wrong in Boston and more; later, former Boston Herald beat writer Steve Bulpett on 35 years on the Celtics beat, why covering Reggie Lewis’s death was his most challenging assig...
On this week’s Crossover pod, Mannix and Beck discuss the Celtics sluggish play, if injuries are the biggest reason for it, what kind of changes Danny Ainge can make before the trade deadline, how much blame should be leveled at Brad Stevens – and if the Celtics are really tuning him out – and more. Plus a look at the suddenly scorching Suns and how aggressive Phoenix should be before the trade deadline, how concerned the Lakers should be about the health of Anthony Davis, the trade market for B...
This week on The Crossover Podcast, Mannix and Beck dive into their NBA All-Star picks, from which Pelican deserves a spot to how many Nets should make the team to Tobias Harris's case for being the 76ers second All-Star to Jaylen Brown's argument for being an All-Star starter, more. Plus the backlash to holding an All-Star game from top NBA players did the Knicks make the right decision re-acquiring Derrick Rose? Later, Cavs forward Jarrett Allen on his journey from Texas to the NBA, getting la...
On this episode of The Crossover Podcast, Chris Mannix and Howard Beck discuss the Jazz’s strong start to the season (and if Utah is built to win in the playoffs), Shaq's comments towards Donovan Mitchell, what's wrong with the Mavericks, the NBA’s plans to push ahead with an All-Star game during the pandemic, the latest developments with Bradley Beal, more. Plus the impact the pandemic has had on sports journalism, why reporters have stopped going to games, more. Later, Jayson Tatum on being ra...
On this week’s Crossover Pod, Howard Beck talks to the Washington Post's Michael Lee about the 76ers' strong start, their victory over the Lakers and their championship hopes. With the season at the one-quarter mark, who's the stronger MVP candidate: Joel Embiid or LeBron James? Beck and Lee also reflect on the one-year anniversary of Kobe Bryant's death, and his enduring influence in today's NBA. Finally, the two discuss the passing of their friend Sekou Smith, the widely respected and universa...
On this week’s Crossover Pod, Mannix and Beck discuss the early returns for the Nets, from James Harden’s inspired play, to the chemistry Harden has with Kevin Durant to concerns about the Nets lack of depth after the trade. Plus Kyrie Irving spoke to the media on Tuesday – what can we take away from Irving’s first public comments since taking leave of the team? And will Irving embrace a new roll alongside Harden and Durant? Also the Rockets are excited about the assets they received in the Hard...
BONUS POD! Mannix and Beck discuss the trade that sends James Harden to Brooklyn. Did the Rockets get enough, why Indiana is a sneaky big winner and how the new -- probable -- Harden, Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving trio will mesh. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Mannix and Beck discuss the run of coronavirus-related postponements, the NBA tightening restrictions on player movement, Kyrie Irving's absence from the Nets, if it's time for Washington to shop Bradley Beal, the Knicks recent struggles and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Mannix and Beck discuss Beck's story on James Harden, how the Warriors might handle Steph Curry's future, the Suns' hot start, the Knicks staying power and has Jaylen Brown become too big to trade? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Mannix and Beck dive into the NBA's decision to fine Daryl Morey, hope for James Harden in Houston, the impact of the Spencer Dinwiddie injury in Brooklyn, if the Clippers blowout loss foreshadows problems to come, Washington's early season struggles and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Mannix and Beck take your questions this week on the Mavs, Jazz and Lakers plus R.J. Barrett's sophomore season and how worried should Boston be about Kemba Walker? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Joining SI's Chris Mannix this week is Howard Beck, SI's newest senior writer -- and the new co-host of the Crossover Pod! Mannix and Beck discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo's landmark contract extension, the NBA's health and safety plans to return, James Harden's future in Houston, the new-look Nets and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Joining SI’s Chris Mannix this week is Michael Shapiro, Rockets reporter for SI.com. Mannix and Shapiro discuss the developing James Harden situation in Houston, from Harden’s decision to make a late arrival at training camp to how the Rockets will handle it to the perspective trade partners for Harden. Later, Sarah Kustok, analyst for the YES Network and FS1, on the Nets chemistry, how the Harden trade rumors could impact it, Kyrie’s early media boycott, Russell Westbrook’s fit in Washington, m...
Joining SI's Chris Mannix is Paul Westhead, former NBA coach and author of the new book, The Speed Game. Mannix and Westhead discuss Westhead's path to the NBA, hiring Pat Riley, getting run out of LA by Magic Johnson, if Diana Taurasi could have played in the NBA and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Joining SI's Chris Mannix this week is Jeff Zilgitt, senior NBA writer with USA Today. Mannix and Zilgitt discuss the retooling of the two LA teams, why the market was cool for Montrezl Harrell, Gordon Hayward's massive contract (and Charlotte's curious decision to give it to him), Houston's moves, John Wall's future, more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/priv...
Joining SI's Chris Mannix this week are Billy King, former general manager of the Nets and 76ers, and Sam Amick, senior NBA writer with The Athletic. Mannix, King and Amick discuss a weird situation in Sacramento, Houston's problems with James Harden and Russell Westbrook, what to expect when free agency opens on Friday, Klay Thompson's injury on Golden State and more. Later, Tony Parker on his 18-year NBA career, why he decided to call it quits, his relationship with Tim Duncan and Gregg Popovi...
Joining SI's Chris Mannix this week is Houston Rockets head coach Stephen Silas. Mannix and Silas discuss Silas's journey to the Rockets bench, fighting perceptions of nepotism early in his career, telling his father, Paul Silas, he got the Rockets job, the challenge of the job in Houston, more. Later, Jeremy Woo with the latest draft chatter, what Golden State will do with the second pick, how far LaMelo Ball could fall, more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork...
Joining SI's Chris Mannix this week is longtime NBA writer Howard Beck. Mannix and Beck discuss the latest with the NBA restart, Daryl Morey and a revamped leadership team in Philadelphia, the Nets bulking up Steve Nash's staff in Brooklyn, what Morey and Mike D'Antoni's exit says about Houston and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Joining SI's Chris Mannix this week is Dan Woike, national NBA writer with the Los Angeles Times. Mannix and Woike discuss the NBA's desire to start next season around Christmas, how the players will respond, the influence LeBron James will have over the decision and why the NBA seems to be determined to play games in home arenas -- and not another bubble. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Op...
Joining SI’s Chris Mannix this week is Harvey Araton, longtime New York newspaper writer and author of the new book, Our Last Season: A writer, a Fan, a Friendship. Mannix and Araton talk about the inspiration for the book, a 45-year season-ticket holder, how Araton utilized her as a source, how James Dolan is viewed by the Knicks fan base, covering Hubie Brown’s brief run in New York and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Advertising Inquiries: https:...
Joining SI's Chris Mannix is Michael Shapiro, SI's Rockets Insider. Mannix and Shapiro discuss Daryl Morey's surprising decision to step away from Houston, what went into the decision, what his lasting legacy will be, what's next for the Rockets and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
