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The Zach Lowe Show

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Same Zach. New home. The Zach Lowe Show keeps you in the know around the Association with a variety of NBA conversations and game breakdowns. Plus guests, including his friends covering the league and some of the biggest names shaping it. Episodes weekly on Mondays and Thursdays.
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Cavs on the Ropes, Thunder and Nuggets Trade Blows, and Potential Giannis Trades With Rob Mahoney

Just hours from the NBA draft lottery, Zach and Rob react to the Giannis Antetokounmpo news (1:05) and discuss how it might relate to who gets the no. 1 pick. Then they react to a pair of Game 4s yesterday: the Thunder’s gut-check win (27:17), as well as the Pacers' blowout (51:04). Finally, a look ahead to tonight’s matchups between the Knicks and Celtics (1:10:46) and the Warriors and Wolves (1:14:36). Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Rob Mahoney Producers: Jesse Aron, Jonathan Frias, and Mike Wargon Th...

May 12, 2025•1 hr 28 min

Playoff Comeback or Collapse?! NBA Breakdowns With Fred Katz and Adam Mares. Plus, a Draft Lottery Preview With J. Kyle Mann.

As the shocking NBA playoffs continue, Zach is joined by Fred Katz to discuss what went down in Boston last night (1:07), as well as the Warriors' game plan without Steph Curry tonight (30:00) and more surprises in the Pacers-Cavs series (41:04). Then, an NBA draft lottery interlude with J. Kyle Mann (53:36): They touch on everything from the 76ers' nerves to under-the-radar draft prospects. Finally, Adam Mares joins Zach to discuss the 1-1 series tie between the Nuggets and Thunder and what to ...

May 08, 2025•1 hr 50 min

Round 2 Begins! Plus, Reactions to a Pair of Game 7s With Howard Beck and an NBA-‘Severance’ Crossover With Zach Cherry.

What up, Beck? Howard joins Zach to break down the Warriors’ Game 7 win last night (1:10). Then, they discuss offseason plans for the Rockets (20:08) and Clippers (34:20), before previewing Round 2 matchups: Warriors vs. Timberwolves (52:26), Nuggets vs. Thunder (1:03:15), and Knicks vs. Celtics (146). They also give a quick reaction to yesterday’s upset by the Pacers (111). Afterward, a double dose of Zach! Zach Cherry joins the show to discuss his NBA fandom, while Zach Lowe professes his love...

May 05, 2025•2 hr 17 min

Round 1 Winds Down: Lakers Eliminated, Game 6 Previews, and More With Michael Pina

Zach is joined by Michael Pina to discuss the end of the road for a few teams, starting with the Lakers’ loss to the Wolves (1:05). Next, they look ahead to Game 6 between the Warriors and Rockets (31:52), as well as the second-round series between the Pacers and Cavs (48:47). Lastly, some things to watch for in tonight’s Game 6s in Detroit and Los Angeles (1:21:42). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines availa...

May 01, 2025•1 hr 42 min

Playoff Drama! NBA First-Round Action Heats Up With Rob Mahoney.

Zach is joined by Rob Mahoney to discuss a thrilling weekend of basketball. However, they must first start with the unfortunate Damian Lillard injury (1:01). Later, they dissect all the drama in the Wolves-Lakers series (21:30), as well as Clippers-Nuggets (47:21). They then head east to break down Pistons-Knicks (1:02:32) and Magic-Celtics (1:16:15). Finally, they close with thoughts on tonight’s pivotal Game 4 between the Rockets and Warriors in San Francisco (1:27:07). The Ringer is committed...

Apr 28, 2025•1 hr 43 min

Huge Playoff Takeaways With Kirk Goldsberry, Plus a Deep Dive Into Wolves-Lakers With Jon Krawczynski

Zach is joined by Kirk Goldsberry for some reactions to what they’ve seen so far and to talk about what to look for tonight (1:04). They then look at the physicality of Warriors-Rockets (39:05), and discuss how the Bucks can turn things around (56:23). Later, Jon Krawczynski joins to break down everything happening in the puzzling Timberwolves-Lakers series as we head into Game 3 (1:09:43). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resour...

Apr 24, 2025•1 hr 44 min

The Playoffs Are Here! Game 1 Takeaways With Howard Beck and Series Breakdowns With Steve Jones Jr.

What up, Beck? Zach and Howard dive into the major story lines from the playoff frenzy (00:59), including the game of the weekend in Denver (23:29). Then, Steve Jones Jr. joins the show for some in-depth insights on what to look for in Wolves-Lakers (57:29), Warriors-Rockets (1:13:41), Bucks-Pacers (1:20:06), and more! The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...

Apr 21, 2025•1 hr 42 min

Play-In Reaction, More Playoff Previews, and Final Awards Ballots With Michael Pina

Zach and Pina begin by reacting to the latest play-in games and looking at the future of the Kings and Bulls (1:01). Then, they preview the much-anticipated Warriors-Rockets series (37:19). Along the way, Zach hands out some final awards (54:27), including this year’s much-debated MVP (59:18), then closes out with a look at Magic-Celtics and some final playoff predictions ahead of the weekend (1:10:57). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more abo...

Apr 17, 2025•1 hr 33 min

Zach’s Mega-Playoff Preview! Reaction to Breaking News, Plus All the Action Out West With Bill Simmons, and Eastern Previews With Mo Dakhil.

Zach is joined by Bill Simmons to begin his playoff preview, but not before reacting to breaking news in New Orleans and Phoenix (0:52). They then talk Western play-in games (18:58), Clippers-Nuggets (45:18), and Wolves-Lakers (58:47). Afterwards, Mo Dakhil hops on to talk the Eastern play-in games (01:12:41), Pistons-Knicks (01:32:07), and Bucks-Pacers (01:48:14). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines availabl...

Apr 16, 2025•2 hr 7 min

Luka’s Emotional Night in Dallas: Scenes From Last Night’s Lakers-Mavs Game With Marc Stein. Plus, More NBA Awards With Kirk Goldsberry.

Marc Stein gives Zach the inside story on Luka Doncic’s highly anticipated return to Dallas (0:48). He and Kirk Goldsberry then run down a slew of NBA awards (45:55), including Rookie of the Year (1:08:22), Coach of the Year (1:27:16), and Defensive Player of the Year (1:36:52). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 10, 2025•1 hr 49 min

Lakers' Statement Win Over OKC? Plus, Awards Talk With Howard Beck and a Warriors Check-In With Anthony Slater.

Zach is back! And he's making up for lost time by talking about the wild Western Conference playoff race, the showdown between the Lakers and the Thunder, and NBA awards with Howard Beck. Plus, a look at the roller-coaster season for the Golden State Warriors with Anthony Slater (01:18:08). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 07, 2025•1 hr 50 min
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