Logan and Raja discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo’s encounter with Montrezl Harrell and the pettiness of NBA players (1:32). Along the way, they take a quick detour to air out their frustrations about socks (22:45). Next, they talk about how the culture around tanking in the NBA has shifted over the years and why the floor spacing of today’s teams is so different from past eras (27:15). Later, Logan asks Raja if Anthony Davis’s play will be sustainable when LeBron returns to the lineup (38:45). Final...
Nov 21, 2022•49 min
Wos sits down with L.A. Clippers beat writer Law Murray from The Athletic to discuss the current state of the Clippers and where they stand in the early season. Host: Wosny Lambre Guest: Law Murray Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 18, 2022•36 min
One month into the NBA season, Justin, Wos, and Rob offer their snapshot as to who’s the best player, the best team, and the biggest surprise in the league so far (02:23). They also discuss the biggest disappointment, a preseason take they would already take back, and whose stock they’re buying low on (35:16). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Wosny Lambre, and Rob Mahoney Producer: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Nov 16, 2022•1 hr 6 min
Kyle and Seerat are joined by Mike Prada from The Athletic to discuss his new book, ‘Spaced Out: How the NBA’s Three-Point Revolution Changed Everything You Thought You Knew about Basketball.' They begin by diving into the book’s central theme, exploring the definition of “purity” in basketball, and pondering whether James Naismith would recognize the modern game next to the one he created (7:42). Next, they talk about legendary coach John McClendon’s contributions to the speed of the game, and ...
Nov 15, 2022•57 min
Logan and Raja discuss Anthony Davis’s monster performance and what is required from a franchise-leading big man in the NBA (2:00). Next, the guys talk about the early-season success of the Boston Celtics and Jayson Tatum’s unbelievable play in the wake of the Ime Udoka situation (22:00). Later, they go around the league to debate which fringe teams are legitimate (36:00). Finally, Raja and Logan share a couple of personal stories about their Real Ones of the Week. Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja ...
Nov 14, 2022•57 min
Wos sits down with The Ringer's Michael Pina to discuss first looks at potential MVPs, featuring Luka Dončić (3:36), Giannis Antetokounmpo (11:35), Stephen Curry (17:43), Jason Tatum (26:25), and more. Check out Michael’s latest writeup on LeBron on TheRinger.com - https://www.theringer.com/nba/2022/11/8/23447175/lebron-james-lakers-father-time Host: Wosny Lambre Guest: Michael Pina Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Nov 11, 2022•43 min
Logan and Raja discuss Luka Doncic’s MVP-type numbers and how his abnormally high usage rate impacts the Mavs’ ceiling as a championship contender (1:42). Next, they debate which of the four teams with both a top 10 offense and a top 10 defense suffer from imposter syndrome (32:30). Later, they quickly break down some of the league’s most pressing story lines (44:49). Finally, the guys close out with their Real Ones of the Week (50:52). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Associate Producer: Jona...
Nov 10, 2022•1 hr
Justin, Rob, and Wos start by discussing the Nets hiring Jacque Vaughn full time (3:25). Then they discuss whether they believe in some of the good starts and bad starts from various teams around the league (10:03), including the Warriors, Hawks, Timberwolves, and more. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, Wosny Lambre Associate Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Nov 09, 2022•1 hr 6 min
Seerat and Kyle get together to share their invigorating experiences trying to follow the blistering 15-game NBA TV schedule on Monday evening. Then they introduce their multi-episode theme of adapting to change in the NBA by detailing the career of Dennis Smith Jr. as an example of a player whose particular skill set may have been developed for a basketball world that doesn't exist.(6:12) They closely examine his journeyman career through the league to his current home in Charlotte and speculat...
Nov 09, 2022•1 hr 4 min
Logan and Raja are joined by prolific Sports Illustrated writer Howard Beck to reminisce on the era of coach trash talk in the early to late 2000s (2:00). Along the way, they discuss the reasons the Utah Jazz are exceeding expectations this season and what the hot start means for their draft odds (13:00). Later, the guys unpack the underwhelming early-season records of the Warriors and Clippers (30:00). Finally, they talk about the undefeated Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis as a generational talent ...
Nov 07, 2022•1 hr 7 min
This week Wos sits down with WNBA and NBA writer and podcaster Sabreena Merchant to discuss the state of the Los Angeles Lakers (4:01), and how the NBA will handle issues of domestic violence in the future following Miles Bridges's domestic violence charge (26:29). Host: Wosny Lambre Guest: Sabreena Merchant Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 04, 2022•40 min
Logan and Raja discuss Kyrie’s statement and the collapse of the Nets (0:43). Next, they talk about the state of tampering in the NBA (28:05). Later, Logan gives Russ and the Lakers praise for their much-improved recent play (35:29). Finally, the guys end the episode with their Real Ones of the Week (37:50). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Nov 03, 2022•43 min
Seerat and Kyle are joined by The Ringer's own Michael Pina to discuss his excellent article about the spiraling Brooklyn Nets , their recent firing of coach Steve Nash, and the ramifications this move will have on the team moving forward. This leads to a game of 'Hoops Hospital', where they each take turns diagnosing the issues infecting not just the Nets, but the Lakers and Clippers as well, issuing much-needed prescriptions to get those teams off the operating table.(3:06) After the break, th...
Nov 01, 2022•58 min
Logan and Raja discuss Kyrie’s most recent polarizing actions and how this early-season distraction will impact the rest of the season for the Nets (2:00). Later, the guys give their flowers to Cavs general manager Koby Altman for the team and culture he’s helped build in Cleveland (38:00). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Oct 31, 2022•50 min
Wos sits down with podcasters Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu of the 'Light Years' podcast to examine the dynamics of the Golden State Warriors this season. They discuss James Wiseman and the youth movement coming into the team (4:16), Draymond Green’s role on the Warriors (9:00), beat writers' optimistic perception of the Warriors (19:45), and the overall team dynamics and leadership. Host: Wosny Lambre Guests: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
Oct 28, 2022•38 min
Logan and Raja unpack the back-and-forth between Klay Thompson and Devin Booker and what that means for the brewing Suns-Warriors rivalry (17:40). Along the way, they break down the situation between Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards as well as their thoughts on NBA player dieting (38:27). Later, they discuss whether Anfernee Simons and Pascal Siakam can take the next step in their respective careers (47:38). Finally, the guys close out with their Real Ones of the Week (51:33). Hosts: Logan...
Oct 27, 2022•58 min
Justin, Rob, and Wos present their overreactions from the first week of NBA play. They discuss the impressive play from Damian Lillard and the Portland Trailblazers (01:48). Later, they debate whether the underperformance of teams such as the Clippers (16:12), Nets (25:14), and Sixers (38:13) should raise any concerns. Finally, they highlight the level of talent in the league right now compared to previous years (56:50), and give some love to Pascal Siakam (63:05). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mah...
Oct 26, 2022•1 hr 11 min
Kyle and Seerat are joined by Mo Dakhil from The Athletic and they begin their conversation by examining the surprisingly strong starts by both the Trail Blazers and Grizzlies and how coaching staffs prepare for other teams so early in the season. They then dive deep into the 76ers universe, dissect James Harden's performances so far this year, and take a look at how Philadelphia can maximize its size advantage moving forward (21:33). They end the pod by reviewing the new Taylor Swift album, 'Mi...
Oct 26, 2022•1 hr 9 min
Logan and Raja are joined by Ryen Russillo in his ‘Real Ones’ debut to debate Westbrook and the Lakers’ early-season struggles (2:00). Later, they unpack the 76ers’ issues after they also fell to 0-3 on the season (30:10). Things come to a close as they quickly discuss the early success of Kristaps Porzingis, the Jazz, and the Trail Blazers (42:00) Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Guest: Ryen Russillo Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad ...
Oct 24, 2022•53 min
Wos sits down with Boston Celtics and NBA beat writer for ‘The Athletic,’ Jared Weiss, to discuss the Boston Celtics, the Ime Udoka scandal (1:52), the overall culture of the team (5:29), what their goals are looking like this season (19:26), and more! Host: Wosyn Lambre Guest: Jared Weiss Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 21, 2022•32 min
Logan and Raja discuss this season’s first full slate of NBA games. They talk about the Suns’ late-game comeback against the Mavs (1:02), the impressive showing from the New Orleans Pelicans (9:52), and much more. Later, Logan introduces Real or No Real, a brand-new segment on this year’s ‘Real Ones’ (28:26). Finally, the guys choose their Real Ones of the Week (51:05). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad...
Oct 20, 2022•56 min
Justin, Rob, and Wos start by discussing Draymond Green's documentary that was released before the opening night games. Then, they discuss the games—starting with the Warriors' comfortable victory over the Lakers (11:18). They also talk about the Celtics' victory over the Sixers (24:07). Finally, they wrap up by discussing rookie contract extensions, and each of them gives one bold prediction for the season (43:20). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Associate Producer: Isaiah ...
Oct 19, 2022•51 min
Seerat and Kyle start the pod by sharing their excitement for the new NBA season and discussing the intricacies of Krav Maga. They then examine some of the teams that are looking to make a big leap this year, before debating the elements of what makes a great NBA team and the franchises that have managed to maintain continuous success—notably the Spurs and the Warriors.(5:40) This leads to a conversation about Draymond Green's role in nurturing new teammates on the Warriors, the complications in...
Oct 18, 2022•55 min
Logan and Raja tackle some of the most pressing questions and story lines on the eve of the NBA season. They discuss the Sixers’ Finals chances (7:00), Russell Westbrook coming off the bench (12:00), which players have the most at stake (22:00), what NBA story lines are the most overlooked (28:00), and their preseason award picks (31:00). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...
Oct 17, 2022•53 min
Wos is back from hiatus and is joined by Adam Mares, VP of creative production at DNVR Sports and host of two Nuggets podcasts, to discuss their thoughts, predictions and all-around observations about this year's Denver Nuggets team. Host: Wosyn Lambre Guest: Adam Mares Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 14, 2022•35 min
Seerat and Kyle get together to share their reactions and examine the cognitive dissonance around the Draymond Green punch. They discuss the ramifications it may have on the Warriors, and the misconceptions fans have about aggressive incidents between professional athletes, while also touching on the importance of having an emotional instigator on your squad. They then talk about other players who exhibit Draymond-esque characteristics and name some teams, including the Nuggets and the Jazz, who...
Oct 13, 2022•58 min
Justin, Rob, and Wos wrap up their preseason power rankings by discussing the teams ranked 7-1. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Associate Producer: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 13, 2022•1 hr 41 min
On a Tuesday edition of ‘Real Ones,’ Logan and Raja unpack the fallout for the Warriors after video of Draymond Green punching teammate Jordan Poole leaked (2:00). Along the way, Raja talks about what it felt like to be in a similar situation as a young player brushing up against a league veteran. Later, they talk about what this situation means for the Warriors (40:00). Finally, the guys pick their Real Ones of the Week (55:00). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Associate Producer: Jonathan Ke...
Oct 11, 2022•1 hr 6 min
Justin, Rob, and Wos continue their preseason rankings and discuss teams ranked 14-8. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, Wosny Lambre Associate Producer: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 07, 2022•1 hr 15 min
Justin, Rob, and Wos continue their preseason rankings and discuss the teams ranked 22-15. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Associate Producer: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 05, 2022•1 hr 27 min
