The Ringer Nba Show

Logan and Raja tell all kinds of stories from summer leagues past and present, then get into the drama between LeBron and Russell Westbrook from Vegas and Raja gives us the real down low on why he defends Russ so hard. Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wos is joined by the Washington Post’s Ben Golliver to discuss what they’ve seen from Paolo Banchero, Chet Holmgren, and Jabari Smith Jr. They then discuss some off-court drama and speculation they’ve seen at the NBA Summer League. Host: Wosny Lambre Guest: Ben Golliver Associate Producer: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

J. Kyle Mann joins Seerat from summer league in Las Vegas to talk about some of the more unique talent on display at the games, with a focus on Chet Holmgren and Kenneth Lofton Jr. They debate novelty vs. viability in regards to their respective physiques and dissecting the success of other "unicorns" currently in the NBA (9:33). Next, they analyze the performances of some of the other big men in the competition, notably Isaiah Jackson, Kofi Cockburn, and Jalen Duren (17:30). They end the pod by discussing Zavier Simpson, the future of the "microwave" style player in the NBA, and the anatomy of a true sky hook (29:50). Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: J. Kyle Mann Producer: Chris Sutton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja are reunited once again to round up the most interesting bits from the NBA offseason. They start with the Rudy Gobert trade to the Timberwolves, then move into a larger discussion of whether the Nets will actually deal Kyrie and KD, and how the player empowerment movement created this strange situation. Finally, they give their thoughts on Bradley Beal’s humongous deal with the Wizards, and each award their Real One of the Week. Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the first week of NBA free agency winds down, Justin, Rob, and Wos discuss some of the remaining questions for teams around the league. They talk about Donovan Mitchell (4:42), D’Angelo Russell, (20:42), the Brooklyn Nets (38:50), and more. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Associate Producer: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, James and Seerat kick off the episode with hypothetical landing spots for Kevin Durant as he looks to get out of Brooklyn. Then, they discuss the Boston Celtics’ acquisition of point guard Malcolm Brogdon, and how they would have looked had they had him during the NBA Finals. And with the Timberwolves getting Rudy Gobert, they discuss whether the big-man duo of him and Karl-Anthony Towns can work. Lastly, they share their favorite low-key free agent additions this offseason. Hosts: J. Kyle Mann and Seerat Sohi Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Seerat begin by discussing the recent news of Zion Williamson’s deal with the New Orleans Pelicans. Then they touch on the Rudy Gobert trade and its potential impact on the current Kevin Durant situation. Hosts: Chris Ryan and Seerat Sohi Producer: Devon Manze Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Rob start by discussing the Rudy Gobert trade and what it means for both the Timberwolves and the Jazz (1:36). Then, they talk about Malcolm Brogdon going to the Celtics (16:18), before breaking down some of the rest of the big stories from Day 2 of free agency (21:15). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Rob Mahoney Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Wos start by discussing Kevin Durant requesting a trade from the Nets, and what teams he could actually go to (1:35). Then, they talk about all the important news from Day 1 of free agency (25:29). Hosts: Justin Verrier and Wosny Lambre Associate Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and Wos start by discussing the trade between the Denver Nuggets and Washington Wizards and what the Nuggets could look like with their new additions. Then they each discuss one restricted and one unrestricted free agent that intrigues them (7:12). Then they each talk about some of the most interesting trade targets (51:27). 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

Logan and Raja speak on the breaking news of the day: the rapidly developing and rapidly devolving situation in Brooklyn, with Kyrie reportedly asking for and receiving permission to find a sign-and-trade deal and Kevin Durant reportedly not speaking to the Nets front office at all (0:45). Then they talk about Malik Monk saying he’d take less money to stay with the Lakers and the Knicks’ pursuit of Jalen Brunson (26:25). Make sure to follow ‘The Ringer NBA Show’ on Spotify to get all of our free agency coverage and listen to Logan and Rob Mahoney at the deadline this Thursday. Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wos is joined by The Athletic’s Fred Katz to discuss what the offseason plan is for the Knicks after trading out of the first round on draft night (2:15). They discuss the Knicks' free agent targets and what else they are looking to do to improve the roster (11:36). Host: Wosny Lambre Guest: Fred Katz Associate Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks analyze the fits and speculate the futures for the top picks in the NBA draft: #1 Paolo Banchero (3:02) #2 Chet Holmgren (13:04) #3 Jabari Smith (22:00) #4 Keegan Murray (27:27) #5 Jaden Ivey (30:29) They then quickly go through the rest of the highlights of draft day and discuss their favorite moves and noteworthy players, notably Shaedon Sharpe(35:26) and David Roddy(54:08), who could make big contributions for their new teams. Hosts: J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks Producer: Chris Sutton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja discuss what the leaks and rumors surrounding Kyrie Irving and the Brooklyn Nets could mean for his future there. Then they look at the three teams that he would be most likely to end up on if he does leave the Nets and award their Real One of the Week. Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin starts by giving his instant reaction to Jerami Grant being traded to the Portland Trail Blazers, which happened after we initially recorded the show. Then Justin, Rob, and Wos are joined by J. Kyle Mann to discuss teams 4 through 11 in the draft and whether they should keep their picks or trade for a vet (9:53). They wrap up with the latest on Kyrie Irving and whether he will stay in Brooklyn (1:04:15). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Guest: J. Kyle Mann Associate Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks start their conversation by revisiting some of their favorite NBA Draft memories in the past. They then share and debate their favorite wing prospects, specifically AJ Griffin (6:14), Dyson Daniels (18:28) and Jalen Williams (22:50). After the break they pitch their sleeper picks (29:13) and break down the top centers in the draft with a focus on Jalen Duren.(43:04) They end the pod by sharing some of the fringe prospects who may be flying under the radar heading into the draft. (58:03) Hosts: J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks Producer: Chris Sutton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja convene a few days after the Golden State Warriors beat the Celtics in Game 6 of the NBA Finals to win a championship to talk through what they saw from Steph Curry, what moves the Warriors could make this offseason, and how the Celtics can grow from this experience. Then Jomi Adeniran joins to light the Celtics' pack and send them off to Hell in style. Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Guest: Jomi Adeniran Producer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sabreena Merchant of SB Nation joins Wos to wrap a bow on the NBA season, with the two friends discussing how the Celtics fell apart in the NBA Finals, if Jayson Tatum is the type of guy you can build a championship team around, and why we should start thinking of the Warriors like the Duncan-Parker-Ginobili Spurs. Plus, an NBA draft preview (23:00), and the offseason storylines Sabreena and Wos are looking forward to (27:34). Host: Wosny Lambre Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Seerat start by sharing their reactions to the Warriors winning the NBA championship. They discuss all the factors, moments, and player moves that Golden State made that contributed to their success, and then speculate on what’s next for the Boston Celtics. Hosts: Chris Ryan and Seerat Sohi Producer: Chris Sutton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan is joined by Rob Mahoney to discuss what they’re looking for in Game 6, whether this is a legacy-defining game for Jayson Tatum, and how the Warriors’ depth has played in the series so far. Host: Logan Murdock Guest: Rob Mahoney Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices