The Crossover NBA Show

Open Floor's Rohan Nadkarni & The Ringer's Rob Mahoney fill in for Mannix & Beck today by discussing the fallout of Chet Holmgren’s season-ending injury, including if the Thunder are in an even better position long term. Then they react to the Lakers’ acquisition of Patrick Beverley, explaining why it was both the right move and a frustrating one. Finally, they answer a couple list...

Open Floor's Rohan Nadkarni & SI Weekly's John Gonzalez fill in for Mannix & Beck today by opening with a discussing surrounding the report about Grizzlies interest in Kevin Durant. They weigh whether Memphis should make the trade, and who they should give up in a hypothetical deal. Then the pair react to the NBA’s schedule release, and offer thoughts on the impending Christmas sho...

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes back the NBA’s Schedule Czars – Evan Wasch, Tom Carelli and Gene Li – to dive into the newly released 2022-23 schedule. How do they choose the Christmas Day teams? How did Kevin Durant’s trade demand complicate the process? How did they slice 50,000 miles of travel this season? They explain all that and more Send in questions and comments to crossoverpod...

Mannix and Beck discuss Kevin Durant speaking out against rumors that he'd retire if he isn't traded from the Nets, how footage of him working out with Jayson Tatum could be seen by Jaylen Brown, and the Knicks reopening trade talks with the Jazz around a deal for Donovan Mitchell  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

 On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes Hall of Famer Joe Dumars. The former Pistons Bad Boy is now the NBA’s discipline czar, part of his new role as executive vice president and head of basketball operations. Dumars discusses his approach to the job, then reflects at length on his tenure as Pistons GM – his proudest moments, biggest regret and the time he  almost  landed Kobe Bryant Adverti...

Mannix and Beck break down Kevin Durant informing Nets owner Joe Tsai that the team needs to choose between him and the pairing of GM Sean Marks and coach Steve Nash, and if Nash was the right choice to coach the team when he was hired two years ago Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes back award-winning author Howard Bryant, to discuss the life and legacy of Bill Russell. They also discuss Bryant’s new biography of Rickey Henderson, “Rickey: The Life and Legend of an American Original.” Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mannix and Beck discuss Bill Russell's legacy as a player and activist after his passing and why the NBA should honor him by retiring his number. The guys also discuss if LeBron will sign a two year extension with the Lakers when he becomes eligible this summer and the specifics of the tampering accusations that have been lobbed at the Knicks and Sixers around their offseason deals with Jalen...

On the Friday edition of the Crossover podcast, Mannix talks to the NY Post's Brian Lewis about Kevin Durant's ongoing trade demands and if Steve Nash is really the best person to be coaching such a dysfunctional team. He also speaks to Cleveland.com's Chris Fedor about the Cavaliers ongoing contract discussions with free agent guard Colin Sexton and the always swirling rumors of LeBro...

Mannix welcomes in SNY's Ian Begley to break down the Knicks offseason moves following an abysmal season, how Jalen Brunson fits into the teams, and if RJ Barrett could be traded. He also talks to NBC Sports Celtics reporter Chris Forsberg about the rumors of Jaylen Brown being offered in a trade for Kevin Durant and other pieces Boston might offer Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/...

Mannix fills in for Howard on this week's Friday edition of the Crossover podcast as he talks to Lakers reporter Kyle Goon about if Russell Westbrook will remain on the team, the possibility of them landing Kyrie, and what small moves the team should make going forward. We also catch up with SI draft expert Jeremy Woo on how the top lottery picks look after summer league and his early thoughts...

Mannix and Beck break down how the Russell Westbrook situation in LA has somehow gotten worse after his longtime agent parted ways with after fourteen years and chatter of him refusing to alter his game as he gets older. We also discuss the Utah Jazz opening discussions about a trade for Donovan Mitchell and if the Knicks would be a contender in the eastern conference with him Advertising Inquirie...

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes former Suns GM Ryan McDonough to discuss DeAndre Ayton’s offer sheet with the Pacers, the impact on the Suns and the implications for Kevin Durant and the Nets. They also discuss the potential of a Donovan Mitchell trade and whether the Knicks have enough to get him. Plus, McDonough proposes a solution to stem the tide of superstar trade demands Advertis...

Mannix and Beck break down the opening the summer league in Vegas including Chet Holmgren's strengths and weaknesses and the likelihood of the play in tournament staying and a midseason tournament happening at all. We also take a look at Bradley Beal and Damian Lillard's new contracts and what these types of extensions mean for different teams down the road. Lastly, we look at the state of...

Coach and basketball analyst David Thorpe joins Howard on this week's Friday edition of The Crossover to do a deep dive on the major moves so far in a busy offseason including: The Timberwolves trading a rosters worth of players and Picks for Rudy Gobert, what the future of the Knicks looks like after signing breakout guard Jalen Brunson, and who should be starting at point guard for the Bosto...

Mannix and Beck break down the aftermath of the major trade between the Utah Jazz and Minnesota Timberwolves and what the Jazz stand to do with their slew of random players and future draft picks. We also discuss why the Knicks may be the next destination for Donovan Mitchell, why the Nets may want to wait out Kevin Durant's trade demand, and the likelihood of Kyrie Irving ending up on the Lak...

Mannix and Beck break down a very newsworthy start to free agency as Nets star Kevin Durant demands a trade mere hours before deals can be announced. We break down what went wrong in Brooklyn, where he might end up before things are all said and done, and a slew of other big moves that we like and some that completely puzzled us Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out...

Mannix and Beck break down the breaking news involving Kyrie Irving opting into his player option with the Nets next season and what this could mean for the recent rumors surrounding Kevin Durant's possible departure from the team. We also take a look at possible landing spots for Bradley Beal, if the Wizards are really where he wants to end his career, and if the Portland Trail Blazers aggres...

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck sits down with 18-year-old phenom Scoot Henderson, to discuss his first year with the G League Ignite, his role in a new LeBron movie and his groundbreaking deal with Puma. Then, Beck chats with Giannis Antetokounmpo and his family to discuss “Rise,” the new film about their journey, now available on Disney+ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Pri...

Mannix and Beck discuss the contract talk impasse between Kyrie Irving and the Brooklyn Net and why John Wall was never going to be in the Houston Rockets future after the guard exercised his player option for next season. Mannix also talks to Sports Illustrated's NBA draft insider Jeremy Woo about his final lottery picks ahead of Thursday nights draft Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle....

Mannix and Beck break down the Warriors winning their fourth championship in eight years and how this cements Steph Curry's legacy as one of the greatest of all time. We also look at the Celtics costly mistakes this series, what they should do with their roster going into next season, and why the Warriors look like they aren't going to be slowing down any time soon Advertising Inquiries: h...

Mannix and Beck break down the Warriors game five win and how the pieces they carefully assembled after Kevin Durant's departure came up big on Steph Curry's off night. We also take a look at how former number one pick Andrew Wiggins has found the perfect role for himself with the Warriors after not finding success as the number one option in Minnesota and what the Celtics must do at point...

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes back Hall of Famer Grant Hill to discuss his new autobiography, “Game.” Hill talks about the devastating series of injuries that derailed his career and how it shapes his life to this day. He also weighs in on the Finals, Draymond Green’s off-court activities and more Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircl...

Mannix and Beck break down how the Celtics look alright heading into game 3 with home court advantage despite having horrendous third quarters in the first two games and how Draymond Green gets officiated differently. We also take a look at the sudden resignation of Quin Snyder as head coach of the Utah Jazz and some of the statements made by Darvin Ham in his introductory press conference with th...

On the Friday, Howard Beck sits down with NBA photographer (and Hall of Famer) Andy Bernstein to discuss his career taking some of the most iconic NBA shots of all time, navigating around court side celebs, what goes into setting up for a Finals game, and his new project he'll be working on with Vanessa Bryant Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redci...