Logan and Raja are back to discuss how the Golden State Warriors tied the series against the Sacramento Kings and what sets the two teams apart before they look ahead at Game 5 (2:00). Next, the guys talk about how this year’s NBA playoffs have been officiated and how the league has handled recent ejections (37:00). Later, they preview Monday’s Game 4 matchups between Milwaukee and Miami and Memphis and Los Angeles (49:00). Finally, Kerm joins the guys for the final ‘Snowfall’ talk (58:00). Host...
Apr 24, 2023•1 hr 18 min
Justin, Rob, and Wos recap Saturday’s playoff games, starting with the Lakers bouncing back in Game 3 and beating the Grizzlies easily. They discuss the Grizzlies' abysmal start to the game, Dillon Brooks's poor performance and ejection, and more. Next, they talk about the Suns taking a commanding 3-1 lead over the Clippers (20:28). They talk about Russell Westbrook’s impressive showing, Chris Paul’s vintage performance, and more. Then, they talk about the Sixers sweeping the Nets. They give the...
Apr 23, 2023•1 hr 6 min
Welcome to The Ringer NBA Show's Saturday reactions with J. Kyle Mann and Tyler Parker. Over the course of the 2023 playoffs the two will be discussing and reacting to games and NBA news every Saturday. This week the guys discuss Game 3s for the Hawks-Celtics (2:02), Knicks-Cavs (16:55), and the Nuggets-Timberwolves. (31:57). Later in the pod, the two share their reactions to the Raptors firing head coach Nick Nurse after 5 seasons (42:26). Hosts: J. Kyle Mann and Tyler Parker Producer: Jade Wha...
Apr 22, 2023•52 min
Austin and Pausha are kicking things off by offering their tips for choosing your best pick-up basketball team (8:05). Then, they jump back into the playoff rotation and discuss the Jarret Allen–Julius Randle and Draymond Green–Domantas Sabonis altercations (13:03), before talking through adjustments the T-Wolves have to make heading into Game 3 against the Nuggets (22:32) and which playoff series they're enjoying most (35:50). Lastly, they discuss a hard knocks solution for increasing the casua...
Apr 21, 2023•54 min
Logan and Raja are back to discuss the ongoing trash talk between Dillon Brooks and LeBron James as well as what’s in store for the rest of the series (1:07). Along the way, they reflect on the Game 2 matchups between Miami and Milwaukee and Minnesota and Denver (25:02). Next, the guys share their thoughts on the NBA’s decision to suspend Draymond Green for Game 3 of the Warriors-Kings first-round series before previewing Thursday’s Clippers-Suns game (32:48). Finally, the guys close out with th...
Apr 20, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Justin, Rob, and Wos recap Wednesday night’s slate of Game 2s, starting with the Nuggets’ defeat of the Timberwolves (02:36). They discuss Jamal Murray’s return to playoff mode and the Wolves’ third-quarter surge. Then they discuss the Grizzlies’ victory over the Lakers and the subpar performances from Anthony Davis and D’Angelo Russell (16:51). After, they discuss the Bucks’ convincing win over the Heat without Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Wizards parting ways with GM Tommy Sheppard (36:02). T...
Apr 20, 2023•1 hr 12 min
Seerat and Michael get together to share their collective shock at witnessing the Sacramento Kings take a 2-0 lead over the Golden State Warriors in their first-round series. They dissect the Draymond Green stomp on Domantas Sabonis, marvel at De’Aaron Fox’s performance down the stretch of the game, and discuss the adjustments Steve Kerr should make going forward (4:05). Next, they break down the 76ers' victory over the Nets and conclude that Joel Embiid’s talent and skill set may be too much fo...
Apr 18, 2023•50 min
Logan and Raja are back to discuss Game 1 of the Los Angeles Clippers-Phoenix Suns first round series and Russell Westbrook’s huge late-game impact (1:00). Next, they talk about the Los Angeles Lakers Game 1 win in Memphis behind the sensational performances of Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura (20:00). Along the way, the guys react to the Miami Heat’s upset win and break down what Game 1 of a first-round series is like for an underdog team (37:00). Later, they preview Monday’s Game 2 matchups bet...
Apr 17, 2023•59 min
Justin, Rob, and Wos discuss their initial takeaways from all of Saturday’s Game 1s. We want to hear from you! Email us at SuggestionBoxGC@gmail.com. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 16, 2023•49 min
Wos returns for the last episode of ‘Weekends’ this season with all-star professional gambler and principal owner of Spanish soccer club CD Castellón, Haralabos "Bob" Voulgaris, to discuss all things happening in the play-in right now and leading up to the playoffs. Focusing mostly on the Western Conference, the two ponder the teams in the West, featuring the Denver Nuggets, Phoenix Suns, Los Angeles Lakers, and Golden State Warriors, and discuss an array of topics and predictions going into the...
Apr 14, 2023•1 hr 6 min
Austin and Pausha unpack all that went down during the Timberwolves-Lakers play-in game on Tuesday, from the Lakers comeback to Mike Conley’s ridiculously clutch free throws, before addressing what needs to be done to clinch the eighth seed vs. the Thunder (3:52). Then, they break down teams to watch heading into the postseason, from the Cavs-Knicks matchup to a defending champion Warriors squad against the Kings (15:19). Later, Austin sets straight his thoughts on the Bronny James NIL valuation...
Apr 14, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Logan and Raja are back to dive into the controversy surrounding Zion Williamson dunking before the play-in game against the Thunder but then sitting out of the game itself (02:00). Later, they preview Friday’s matchups while looking back at Tuesday's and Wednesday’s games (36:00). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Apr 13, 2023•57 min
Justin, Rob, and Wos recap Wednesday night's play-in games starting with Oklahoma City’s road win over the New Orleans Pelicans. They talk about Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s impressive performance, the development of the Thunder’s young core, what’s next for the Pelicans, and more (2:11). Then they talk about the Chicago Bulls' comeback win over the Toronto Raptors. They try to figure out what the future looks like for the Raptors, Zach Lavine’s incredible scoring display, DeMar DeRozan’s daughter ...
Apr 13, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Kyle and Seerat start their conversation by talking about the end of March Madness and the general scramble around the league at the end of the NBA's regular season. This leads to an examination of the highly publicized on-court altercation between Rudy Gobert and Kyle Anderson (8:12). They then dissect, analyze, and share their picks for each of the play-in matchups this week. Timberwolves-Lakers (20:01) Hawks-Heat (23:18) Thunder-Pelicans (36:36) Bulls-Raptors (47:08) Hosts: J. Kyle Mann and S...
Apr 11, 2023•1 hr
Logan and Raja are back to discuss Rudy Gobert’s thrown punch at Minnesota Timberwolves teammate Kyle Anderson after a confrontation during the final game of the regular season (3:00). Next, they react to the news of Gobert’s one-game suspension against the Los Angeles Lakers before previewing the upcoming play-in tournament games (30:00). Finally, Kerm joins the guys for ‘Snowfall’ talk (51:00). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn m...
Apr 10, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Justin, Rob, and Wos recap the wild final day of the NBA's regular season. They start with the altercation between Rudy Gobert and Kyle Anderson (8:51). Then, they discuss how all the seeding in the Western Conference shook out and who has the easiest path to the Finals. They preview all the play-in tournament matchups and who they expect to make the playoffs. They also talk about the contenders in each conference (38:32) before wrapping up with some coaching carousel news. Hosts: Justin Verrier...
Apr 10, 2023•1 hr 12 min
Austin and Pausha are back and drop their thoughts on Bronny James’s NIL valuation (5:23), react to both NCAA tournaments and more specifically, the media-driven “drama” surrounding Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark (13:44). Then, they discuss the evolution of the game with thoughts on the changes coming to the new CBA (24:44). Later, they make the case for Joel Embiid as MVP (30:22), and then wrap things up with another round of Story Time and Austin Rivers’s Pet Peeves (37:50). Hosts: Austin River...
Apr 08, 2023•54 min
Wos returns this weekend with familiar guest and women’s basketball writer for The Athletic Sabreena Merchant to discuss her two favorite things: the Lakers and women’s basketball. The two mull over the Lakers as they head into the postseason, and potentially the play-in tournament. Later, the two discuss the big headlines over the women’s NCAA tournament championship game between LSU and Iowa, examining the basketball, race wars, and the internet eruption over this game. Host: Wosny Lambre Gues...
Apr 07, 2023•37 min
Logan and Raja are back to discuss Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban’s recent comments on losing Jalen Brunson in free agency to the New York Knicks (1:00). Next, they talk about last night’s game between the Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers and the role scheduling plays in late-season matchups (26:58). Finally, the guys close out with their Real Ones of the Week (50:10). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your...
Apr 06, 2023•56 min
Justin, Rob, and Wos debate who the MVP should be, and then they discuss their All-NBA team selections (32:31). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producer: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 05, 2023•1 hr 1 min
Kyle and Seerat get together to discuss the NBA MVP award and begin their conversation by examining the meaning of the trophy in relation to a team’s success. This leads to an extensive conversation about the three leading candidates in this year's race: Joel Embiid, Nikola Jokic, and Giannis Antetokounmpo. They dive deep into the individual stats for each, determine how far they can take their squads in the playoffs, and compare these current contenders to significant MVP races in past seasons ...
Apr 05, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Logan and Raja are back to discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo’s MVP case and whether or not voter fatigue has impacted his chances to win the award this season (3:16). Next, they talk about the strange decision by the Los Angeles Clippers to sit Kawhi Leonard in the second half of a close game against the Memphis Grizzlies (25:00). Later, the guys close with some predictions on a few upcoming matchups in the Western Conference (40:07). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Prod...
Apr 03, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Wos is back this weekend with an incredible guest, two-time NBA champion J.R. Smith, to discuss his new four-part docuseries, 'Redefined: J.R. Smith,' which unravels the story of J.R.'s resilience. Throughout the podcast, the two discuss his early career and what it was like being drafted at the age of 19, the role of the media and how he dealt with the limelight, his time spent going back to college at North Carolina A&T, and winning his championships. Host: Wosny Lambre Guest: J.R. Smith P...
Mar 31, 2023•34 min
Logan is joined by The Ringer’s Rob Mahoney to discuss the increasingly chaotic Western Conference as the end of the regular season approaches. They break down which teams are serious contenders in the conference to make it to the NBA Finals, the potential playoff matchups, and the teams fighting for a spot in the Play-In Tournament (1:00). Finally, they close with their Real Ones of the Week (54:51). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Guest: Rob Mahoney Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assi...
Mar 30, 2023•1 hr
Justin, Rob, and Wos recap the Mavericks’ loss to the Sixers (02:18). They discuss Kyrie Irving’s postgame comments regarding the team’s struggles, and then move on to debating whether the Sixers are reliable. Then, they talk about the Suns’ victory over the Timberwolves, Kevin Durant’s return, and whether Rudy Gobert has regressed offensively (21:10). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producer: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoice...
Mar 30, 2023•44 min
Seerat and Kyle get together to discuss the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award. They begin by talking about the history of the award and some of the significant winners in the past who have come to define it. Next, they profile two of the current front-runners for the trophy, Brook Lopez and Jaren Jackson Jr., and highlight the unique defensive skill sets they provide for their respective squads (22:40). They end the pod by examining players who could be future DPOYs and make their pick for ...
Mar 29, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Logan and Raja are back to share their thoughts on the Dallas Mavericks’ major struggles since trading for Kyrie Irving and what it means for the future of their partnership (3:00). Next, they bring back Do We Believe Their Raps? to debate the status of teams fighting for playoff spots in the West as the final stretch of the regular season approaches (25:45). Later, Kerm joins the guys for ‘Snowfall’ talk (49:00). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant:...
Mar 27, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Wos is back, this time with The Athletic, Boston Celtics writer Jay King to talk Celtics. Starting off discussing the Jaylen Brown trade rumors and their thoughts on the situation (1:41), next discussing the Celtics overall season and how they are looking gearing up for playoffs (17:30), and lastly they discuss the role of owners in the NBA (30:52). Host: Wosny Lambre Guest: Jay King Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Mar 25, 2023•41 min
Austin and Pausha are joined by Karl-Anthony Towns to discuss his triumphant return to the court after missing over 50 games with a Grade 3 calf strain (1:37). They reflect on Minnesota’s warm welcome, KAT’s big 22-point return, and how the team held it down without him for almost four months (8:23). Then, they go down memory lane and reflect on KAT’s career with his carousel of coaches, GMs, and playing with the Big Ticket himself, Kevin Garnett (39:05). Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi...
Mar 24, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Logan is joined by national NBA writer for the Boston Globe Gary Washburn to discuss Jaylen Brown’s recent comments on his future with the Boston Celtics and his complicated relationship with the team. Finally, they close out with their Real Ones of the Week. Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Guest: Gary Washburn Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Mar 23, 2023•1 hr 4 min
