Logan is joined by The Ringer’s Van Lathan to discuss the recent Zion Williamson controversy, how the media environment around the modern athlete has changed in recent years, and how off-the-court headlines can detract from a young player’s career (2:08). Later, the guys talk about the potential for a long-term suspension against Ja Morant and what that says about how the league handles punishment for players (35:58). Finally, the guys close with their Real Ones of the Week (62:30). Host: Logan ...
Jun 08, 2023•1 hr 7 min
Justin, Rob, and Wos recap the Denver Nuggets winning Game 3 of the NBA Finals on the road, headlined by 30-point triple-doubles for Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray. They discuss Christian Braun’s breakout game, Jimmy Butler’s impact, and possible adjustments for the Miami Heat (3:03). Then, they sort through all of the news about Chris Paul potentially being waived by the Phoenix Suns, and discuss the best possible landing spots for the veteran point guard if he does leave Phoenix (40:20). Hosts:...
Jun 08, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Seerat and Michael start the pod by sharing their reactions to and insights from Miami’s victory over Denver in Game 2 of the NBA Finals. They then preview Game 3 by talking about their expectations of Jimmy Butler going forward, and what the Nuggets can do to combat the Heat’s complex defensive scheme (20:16). Hosts: Seerat Sohi and Michael Pina Associate Producer: Chris Sutton Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 06, 2023•1 hr
Logan and Raja are joined by longtime NBA sportswriter Howard Beck to discuss the Miami Heat stealing Game 2 of the NBA Finals from the Denver Nuggets and why road wins are essential for an underdog team (2:00). Along the way, they talk about the Heat’s defensive strategy on Nikola Jokic and the discourse surrounding it before making predictions about Game 3. Next, the guys unpack the report that Kyrie Irving reached out to LeBron James to ask him to join him in Dallas next year and why it’s an ...
Jun 05, 2023•1 hr 11 min
Justin, Rob, and Wos preview Game 2 of the NBA Finals and talk about the moves Miami can do to compete with Denver. (02:00). They discuss if Game 1 was Miami’s best opportunity, whether more minutes should be given to Haywood Highsmith and Kevin Love, and Miami's lack of defenders for Nikola Jokic . After, they discuss the next steps for the Suns, Pistons, and Sixers after their recent coaching hires (28:29). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producer: Eduardo Ocampo Additiona...
Jun 03, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Austin and Pausha are back to talk through Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets’ dominant Game 1 performance in the NBA Finals. They discuss Austin’s feelings on seeing his former team being three wins away from a championship, what adjustments the Heat need to make for the rest of the series, and why they desperately need Tyler Herro back when he’s available. They close things out by addressing Monty Williams’s historic deal to become the new coach of the Detroit Pistons. Hosts: Austin Rivers an...
Jun 02, 2023•1 hr 9 min
Logan and Raja are joined by Meadowlark Media analyst and veteran NBA insider Amin Elhassan to discuss the upcoming NBA Finals matchup between the Denver Nuggets and the Miami Heat, the collapse of the Boston Celtics, and the importance of role players in the playoffs (3:38). Along the way, they talk about whether or not the Heat can contain Nikola Jokic and about Jimmy Butler’s ability to make in-game adjustments (26:16). Finally, the guys close with their Real Ones of the Week (64:51). Hosts: ...
Jun 01, 2023•1 hr 11 min
Justin, Rob, and Wos kick things off by giving their final thoughts on how the Heat-Celtics Eastern Conference finals shook out (02:14), before gearing up for the NBA Finals and answering five questions that will decide who emerges victorious between the Denver Nuggets and the Miami Heat (19:49). The guys wrap up the show by reacting to the official news that Golden State Warriors president and general manager Bob Myers will step down from his position and discuss what it all means for the futur...
May 31, 2023•1 hr 11 min
Seerat and Kyle get together to share their reactions to the Heat’s impressive win over the Celtics in Game 7 to advance to the NBA Finals. They break down Tatum and Brown’s tough night, examine their morale shifts throughout the series, and debate how Boston can move forward or enhance the pair going into the future. Next, they pivot to the Heat, and they talk about some of the great performances from their lesser-known but imperative role players and look ahead to their matchup with the Nugget...
May 30, 2023•1 hr 11 min
Justin, Rob, and Wos react to the Celtics forcing a Game 7 after Derrick White’s miraculous last-second putback (01:38). They discuss the thrilling fourth quarter, the highs and lows of Jimmy Butler’s performance, and Joe Mazzulla’s adjustments through the course of the series. Then, they discuss the Bucks hiring Raptors assistant coach Adrian Griffin as their head coach and where they think Nick Nurse will end up (37:04). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producer: Eduardo Oc...
May 28, 2023•51 min
Austin and Pausha are back to preview Game 6 of the Eastern Conference finals (02:00). Then, the guys talk about LeBron’s retirement scare this week and his impact on the NBA (28:00). Later, Callie Curry joins Pausha to add to the Celtics vs Heat dialogue (54:00). Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi Guest: Callie Curry Producer: Jonathan Kermah Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 27, 2023•1 hr 16 min
Logan and Raja kick things off with a brief discussion of LeBron alluding to retirement, before taking a moment to put respect on the Nuggets' name (17:00). Later, the guys predict what’s to come in tonight’s Game 5 between the Heat and Celtics in Boston (37:00). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 25, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Justin, Rob, and Wos kick off the pod by discussing Boston's extended season after winning Game 4 of the Eastern Conference finals over Miami (02:58). They talk about the Celtics’ adjustments and whether its depth can carry them forward, if Miami is on the verge of slowing down, and Joe Mazzulla’s future. After, they discuss LeBron James’s retirement comments, whether the Lakers should go for another star or invest in their youth, and hypothetical trades for James (34:46). Hosts: Justin Verrier,...
May 24, 2023•1 hr 1 min
Seerat and Michael begin the podcast by sharing their reactions to the Nuggets' sweep of the Lakers, and giving big flowers to Nikola Jokic. Next, they take a look at L.A.’s future prospects, and ponder if Kyrie Irving could be donning the purple and gold next season (19:20). Finally, they shift their focus to the Eastern Conference finals and speculate on changes the Celtics will make to their roster and coaching staff if they end up losing the series as expected (44:29). Hosts: Seerat Sohi and...
May 23, 2023•1 hr 9 min
Logan and Raja are back to talk about the Celtics getting embarrassed by the Heat in a must-win Game 3 in Miami (02:00), before turning their praises to this improbable title-contending Miami Heat team (27:00). Then the guys talk Nuggets vs. Lakers and what the future could look like for the Lakers if they get swept (41:00). Later, the guys celebrate Carmelo Anthony after his retirement announcement (51:00). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad ch...
May 22, 2023•1 hr 1 min
The guys return with an exciting reaction episode to Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals between the Denver Nuggets and the Los Angeles Lakers, with Rob Mahoney checking in live from Crypto.com Arena. The guys start off touching on the Nuggets' cohesive effort in the 2-man game with Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray. Next, they talk about the Lakers' offense lacking, switching up their rotation and D’Angelo Russell’s struggles (10:27). Rob speaks on the overall vibe in the post-game press confer...
May 21, 2023•55 min
J. Kyle Mann and Tyler Parker return this weekend to discuss Game 2 of the Heat-Celtics Eastern Conference Finals with so much to breakdown. The guys touch on their broad takes of the series thus far (2:42), Heat nation and Pat Riley’s free agency pitches (4:24), first half stats (8:25), and specific player performances by Jaylen Brown (9:00), Duncan Robinson (10:40), Caleb Martin (13:52), Bam Adebayo (21:56). They also speak on a few game-making plays, the heated competition of Jimmy Butler vs ...
May 20, 2023•51 min
Austin and Pausha kick off the pod talking about Joe Mazzulla’s obsession with ‘The Town’ and if Austin has any similar traditions (07:48) Then, they discuss the Draft Lottery results, including Wemby’s fit in San Antonio and whether Portland should trade away Damian Lillard (11:04). They also give their thoughts on the Sixers letting go of Doc Rivers and the speed of turnover in the NBA (25:11). After that, they touch on Ja Morant’s second suspension, give their thoughts on the Conference Final...
May 20, 2023•1 hr 14 min
Logan and Raja are back to discuss the recent NBA head coach firings around the league, the reasons behind the current trend, and what it means for the rest of the league (2:23). Next, they talk about Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat stealing Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals against the Boston Celtics (35:43). Later, the guys break down the main takeaways from Game 1 of the Western Conference finals between the Denver Nuggets and the Los Angeles Lakers before previewing Game 2 (50:47). Fin...
May 18, 2023•1 hr 6 min
Justin and Wos start the pod by reacting to Miami taking homecourt advantage away from Boston in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals (01:59). They discuss another masterclass performance by Jimmy Butler, how much blame should be placed on Joe Mazzulla, and more. Then, they talk about the ripple effect resulting from the draft lottery, including whether San Antonio should accelerate their rebuild, the Blazers’ potentially trading the no. 3 pick, and the Rockets-James Harden rumors (27:15). Th...
May 18, 2023•1 hr 12 min
Seerat and Michael begin their conversation by previewing the Lakers-Nuggets Western Conference finals playoff series and focus on how Los Angeles will be able to handle Nikola Jokic’s elite skill sets. They then take a look at LeBron James’s new role on his team and speculate on the ability of the Lakers’ bench to properly compliment it (11:48). Next, they shift to the Eastern Conference finals and point to Jimmy Butler as the key to how everything will go down in the Heat's matchup with the Ce...
May 16, 2023•1 hr 9 min
Logan and Raja open the show with their reactions to the Celtics dominant game 7 win against the 76ers (02:00). Then, the guys discuss the state of the Golden State Warriors after losing their series with the Lakers (22:00). Later, Logan and Raja breakdown Ja Morant’s second suspension after being caught on video with a gun again (40:00) before predicting the results of the conference finals (55:00). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Lea...
May 15, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Justin, Rob, and Wos start the pod by reacting to the Celtics’ dominant Game 7 victory over the 76ers (03:30). They discuss Jayson Tatum’s historic 51-point performance, the lackluster outings from James Harden and Joel Embiid, and shake-ups that may be looming in Philly. Then, they talk about Ja Morant’s suspension of team activities from the Grizzlies after another IG Live in which he flashed a gun (32:56). After, they go over the firing of Monty Williams in Phoenix and a big offseason of ques...
May 15, 2023•1 hr 10 min
Kyle and Tyler share their instant reactions to the Los Angeles Lakers closing out Game 6 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Golden State Warriors. They talk about the elite guard play from the Lakers, Dennis Schröder’s puzzling ejection, the lack of help around Stephen Curry, and Klay Thompson’s tough shooting night (1:33). Next, the guys discuss Anthony Davis’s defensive impact and whether or not this is the end of the Warriors dynasty before making predictions on the Western Con...
May 13, 2023•55 min
Austin and Pausha are back to discuss JJ Redick’s head coach interview with the Raptors, the workload that it takes to be a coach, and if Austin would ever consider being a coach or executive (10:35). Then, they talk about Philly and Boston’s title chances, a potential Warriors’ break up, and the importance of depth in the playoffs (29:11). Later, they react to the All-NBA and All-Defensive teams, how it impacts Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s possible contract extensions, and why these selectio...
May 12, 2023•1 hr 25 min
Logan and Raja are back to discuss Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinals between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Golden State Warriors and the chances that the Warriors can force a Game 7 (2:22). Along the way, they talk about what the Lakers need to do to close out the series and the importance of Anthony Davis’s availability (19:28). Next, they preview Thursday’s matchups between Boston and Philadelphia and between Denver and Phoenix (31:30). Finally, the guys close with their Real Ones o...
May 11, 2023•52 min
Justin, Rob, and Wos start by talking about the Warriors bouncing back at home and forcing a Game 6 against the Lakers. They discuss the Warriors' small-ball lineup, Lakers adjustments for Game 6, and more. Then, they move on to the Knicks also forcing a Game 6 in their series with the Heat. They discuss Jalen Brunson and Quentin Grimes going all 48 minutes of Game 5, the play of Julius Randle, and whether they have any hope of the Knicks coming back to win the series (28:16). Hosts: Justin Verr...
May 11, 2023•45 min
Justin and Michael begin the podcast by sharing their reactions and insights from the Lakers' exciting win over the Warriors in Game 4 of their playoff series. They give big flowers to Lonnie Walker IV, question Steve Kerr’s coaching decisions down the stretch, and shine a light on LeBron James’s pacing and influence on the game. Next, they dive into the Heat’s impressive victory over the Knicks, dissect Julius Randle’s performance, and praise Erik Spoelstra’s defensive strategy (24:56). Hosts: ...
May 09, 2023•49 min
Logan and Raja are back with their reactions and insights from Sunday’s slate of Game 4s. Along the way they discuss the Suns tying up the series behind Kevin Durant's and Devin Booker’s outstanding performances (11:00), as well as Nicola Jokic pushing the Suns owner (03:00). Then, they dive into the 76ers tying up the series behind James Harden’s monster performance (21:00). Later, they preview tonight’s slate of playoff games (39:00). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kerma...
May 08, 2023•58 min
Justin, Rob, and Wos start by reacting to the Lakers' dismantling of the Warriors and taking a 2-1 lead in the series. They talk about Anthony Davis’s impact on both sides of the ball, the Warriors' second-quarter implosion, D’Angelo Russell, and much more. Then they discuss the Miami Heat dominating the Knicks to take a 2-1 series lead. They discuss Jimmy Butler’s return from injury, Julius Randle’s disappointing performance, possible adjustments for the Knicks, and more (28:15). Hosts: Justin ...
May 07, 2023•57 min
