Mannix & Beck break down the Nets recent run over some of the leagues best teams, the latest drama over James Harden reportedly showing interest in returning to the Rockets, why the Bucks will need Khris Middleton to return to his all-star self if Milwaukee wants to contend in the East, & why the NBA's punishment for the Knicks offseason tampering shows they aren't serious about putting a stop to it Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcir...
Dec 28, 2022•52 min
On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes former NBA sharpshooter J.J. Redick to discuss his transition to TV and podcasting, the sudden surge of parity across the league, the Lakers’ roster woes, his dream podcast guests and much more Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Dec 23, 2022•33 min
Mannix break down what teams will actually be in the hunt for a championship, who will take an early exit in the playoffs, and which teams just outside the play in should pack it in for the lottey Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Dec 20, 2022•39 min
On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes Jake Fischer, senior NBA reporter for Yahoo Sports, to discuss the unofficial opening of NBA trade season. Which teams will be most active? Is this the year John Collins gets dealt? Will the Lakers finally move Westbrook? Do the Warriors need to make a deal? Could this season’s weird parity stifle the market? Fischer also discusses his recent pieces on Joel Embiid and Jordan Poole. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-O...
Dec 16, 2022•53 min
Mannix and Beck remember the late soccer writer Grant Wahl after his untimely passing and discuss how much he meant to the sport and profession. We also discuss if the Brooklyn Nets could actually be contenders out of the eastern conference following their recent run, how Russell Westbrook is faring in his sixth man role, and if the Washington Wizards should consider trading Bradley Beal & Kristaps Porziņģis for future players after a dismal start to the season Advertising Inquiries: https:/...
Dec 14, 2022•53 min
On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes veteran NBA scribe (and esteemed Sports Illustrated alum) Chris Ballard to discuss Steph Curry’s Sportsperson of the Year honor, the origins of the Warriors dynasty, and where the franchise goes from here. They also discuss “The Basketball Vault,” a new compilation of stories from the pages of SI, for which Ballard served as editor. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Dec 09, 2022•50 min
Mannix and Beck break down what has turned things around for the Lakers and if they can really keep it up, the keys behind the Pelicans great start to the season, the growing conflict between Trae Young & head coach Nate McMillan, and who we think is the best duo in the NBA Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Dec 06, 2022•48 min
On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes longtime NBA podcaster Leigh Ellis, who recently left his role with the popular No Dunks pod to play pickup hoops around the world. Why quit a great job talking about the NBA to go play basketball in far-flung places with strangers? Well, you need to hear Leigh explain it. Don’t miss your chance to preorder Sports Illustrated’s new book on the Lakers, The Greatest Show on Earth , available here: https://bit.ly/Lakers75 . Use promo code LAKERS30 for a 3...
Dec 02, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Mannix and Beck break down why we shouldn't get too excited about the Lakers winning five of six, our MVP leaders a quarter of the way through the season, how the Celtics are by far the best team in the NBA despite their head coaching change, and if the Pacers will blow up their roster despite a surprisingly good start to the season Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Nov 29, 2022•54 min
Mannix and Beck break down Kyrie Irving's return from suspension and how much better he makes a Nets team that has been playing better of late. We also wonder when the Warriors will finally break out of their slump to start the season and if an exciting Kings team can actually make a run at the playoffs this year Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Nov 22, 2022•49 min
On this edition of the Friday Crossover Howard talks to the Athletics Mike Prada, the author of SPACED OUT: How the NBA's 3-Point Revolution changed everything you thought you knew about basketball. We pick our favorite surprises from the start of this season, why some superteams aren't working out, how three point attempts have jumped to an all time high, and the players who still thrive in small ball. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle....
Nov 18, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Mannix and Beck break down why Kyrie Irving still hasn't come back from his suspension as it reaches seven games, how the Boston Celtics have remained on top after a drama filled offseason, and if anyone should really be surprised at the Knicks mediocre start Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Nov 15, 2022•41 min
On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes back author (and former player) Dan Grunfeld, to discuss the issues stemming from Kyrie Irving’s promotion of an antisemitic film. How should the NBA respond? What role can the league play in educating people about antisemitism? Grunfeld’s father Ernie is the only player in NBA history to come from Holocaust survivors – a journey detailed in Dan’s book, By the Grace of the Game: The Holocaust, a Basketball Legacy, and an Unprecedented American Dream. A...
Nov 11, 2022•42 min
Mannix and Beck wonder if it's time for the Lakers to finally make a trade after their 2-8 start to the season before discussing the hot start that the Bucks are having without Khris Middleton, whether the Jazz can sneak into the playoffs instead of tanking, if the Cavs are a legit finals contender, and what to expect from the Suns after their 7-3 following a drama filled offseason Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Nov 08, 2022•55 min
On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes TNT analyst Stan Van Gundy to discuss what (aside from Kyrie) is ailing the Nets, and whether a new coach can fix it. Or is it already time to blow it up and start over? Then they discuss some of the pleasant surprises of the season, including the Trail Blazers, Cavaliers, Jazz and Spurs. Be the first to preorder Sports Illustrated’s new book on the Lakers, The Greatest Show on Earth , available here: https://bit.ly/Lakers75 . Use promo code LAKERS30 f...
Nov 04, 2022•52 min
Mannix and Beck are back in a Frdiay bonus episode to break down the updates in the Kyrie Irving early season saga that has resulted in a suspension Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Nov 04, 2022•30 min
Mannix and Beck discuss the controversy surrounding Kyrie Irving's social media posts featuring anti Semitic rhetoric and how it worsens an already dismal stat to Brooklyn's season. We also discuss the surprisingly great start to the season for the Portland Trail Blazers and why Russell Westbrook's play in the Lakers first win is a sign that he's perfect for a sixth man role Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Oct 31, 2022•47 min
On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes three-time NBA champion Danny Green, to discuss the rise of the Grizzlies, his role as a mentor, his new side gig with ESPN and the state of his recovery from ACL surgery. Green also weighs in on former teammate Ben Simmons’ struggles, and the erosion of the Lakers since their title in 2020. Be the first to preorder Sports Illustrated’s new book on the Lakers, The Greatest Show on Earth , available here: https://bit.ly/Lakers75 . Use promo code LAKERS3...
Oct 28, 2022•53 min
Mannix and Beck discuss the continuing struggles of Russell Westbrook in L.A. after the Lakers fell to 0-3 with several miscues from him. We also take a look at what is causing the Sixers rough start and the future of the Nets core three after the start to their season Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Oct 25, 2022•48 min
On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes former Bucks executive Seth Partnow, now an NBA analyst for The Athletic, to play a game of Small Sample Size Theater with the first two nights of games. Topics include Game 1 losses by the Lakers, Nets and Nuggets, early returns from Paolo Banchero, and the ball dominance of James Harden, Luka Doncic and Trae Young. Be the first to preorder Sports Illustrated’s new book on the Lakers, The Greatest Show on Earth , available here: https://bit.ly/Lakers7...
Oct 21, 2022•44 min
Mannix and Beck are joined again by the Open Floor podcast's Rohan Nadkarni & Chris Herring as they switch sides to break down the major contenders and storylines in the western conference as the season gets underway Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Oct 18, 2022•57 min
Mannix and Beck are joined by the Open Floor podcast's Rohan Nadkarni & Chris Herring to break down the major contenders and storylines in the western conference as the season gets underway. Stay tuned for our eastern conference roundtable out tomorrow Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Oct 17, 2022•58 min
On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes back 7-time NBA champion Robert Horry, to discuss the Warriors’ Draymond Green problem, the Lakers’ Russell Westbrook conundrum and what to expect from both teams, who face off Tuesday, on opening night. Horry explains why Green should have been suspended, and why Westbrook needs to embrace a sixth man role. He also predicts which teams will make the Eastern and Western conference finals. Be the first to preorder Sports Illustrated’s new book on the La...
Oct 14, 2022•56 min
Mannix and Beck discuss the potential repercussions for Draymond Green and the Warriors after a video was leaked of him punching Jordan Poole during a training camp practice. Mannix also talks to NBA draft insider Jeremy Woo about Victor Wembanyama's sensational debut against fellow potential lottery pick Scoot Henderson in their two exhibition games stateside Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Oct 11, 2022•56 min
On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes the recently retired Jamal Crawford, who joins the NBA on TNT crew after a twenty year career in the league. We get into what led him to become an analyst, what it's like working with Shaq, and his thoughts on the fallout of the Robert Sarver situation in Phoenix Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Oct 07, 2022•55 min
Mannix and Beck give some rare praise to the Sacramento Kings and the basketball excitement in the city of Seattle before taking a look at their main takeaways from the annual NBA GM survey. Mannix also talks to Nets analyst Sarah Kustok about how the upcoming season can end in a championship or a lottery pic for Brooklyn Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Oct 04, 2022•1 hr 15 min
On this week's edition of the Friday podcast Beck talks to Sean Deveney about his new book 'The History of the NBA in Twelve Games' and discuss some select moments including, the Rockets tanking to draft Hakeem Olajuwon, Kobe taking on MJ during the 1998 all star game, and the allegations of the refs altering the outcome of the infamous 2002 western conference finals Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Sep 30, 2022•46 min
Mannix and Beck break down some of the biggest highlights from NBA media day including Kevin Durant being open about his offseason trade request, Marcus Smart and the rest of the Celtics being left in the dark about the details of the Ime Udoka suspension, Russell Westbrook's comments on his role with the team after trade rumors followed him all offseason, and the worsening condition of Lonzo Ball's knee Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle...
Sep 27, 2022•57 min
On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes the NBA’s head of officiating, Monty McCutchen, to explain the new “take-foul” rules, the crackdown on bench decorum and why you’ll be seeing a blue light on the scorer’s table at every game this season. Plus, Monty answers your questions from Twitter. Be the first to preorder Sports Illustrated’s new book on the Lakers, The Greatest Show on Earth , available here: https://bit.ly/Lakers75 . Use promo code LAKERS30 for a 30% discount. Advertising Inquir...
Sep 23, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Mannix & Beck break down the shocking decision by the Boston Celtics to suspend head coach Ime Udoka for the entire 2022/2023 season for violations of team policies and the installment of assistant coach Joe Mazzulla as interim head coach Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Sep 23, 2022•23 min
