The Ringer NBA Show

Austin and Pausha dive into last week’s All-Time starting five lineup and discuss why KD was chosen amongst other elite players (7:40). They then discuss Team USA’s competition and why they believe Trae Young was left out (14:12). Later they talk through what type of NBA career they’d rather pick: one with a better peak or one with more longevity, using Tracy McGrady and Paul Pierce as a jumping o...

Kyle Mann and Tyler Parker return for some offseason chatter to discuss a few of this weekend's 2023 Basketball Hall of Fame inductees. They guys look back on the storied careers of some of the best players to ever touch a basketball including Dirk Nowitzki (8:45), Dwyane Wade (24:44), Tony Parker (42:27), and Pau Gasol (50:15). Hosts: J. Kyle Mann and Tyler Parker Producer: Jade Whaley Learn more...

Austin and Pausha revisit the viral Damian Lillard conversation to rehash the effects of certain trade demands throughout the league (3:30). Then, they choose their all-time starting five (14:05), answer a round of Rapid Fire Questions, including their choice between a prime James Harden or Dwyane Wade (31:54), and then discuss the lost art of practicing alone (37:47). Later, Austin breaks down wh...

Justin, Rob, and Wos start by reacting to the news of Jaylen Brown re-signing with the Boston Celtics for the richest deal in NBA history (1:55). Then, they open up the mailbag and answer questions about James Harden, the Cleveland Cavaliers, free agents still available, and much more (22:28). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Super...

Logan Murdock and Raja Bell are joined by Golden State Warriors guard and four-time NBA champion Stephen Curry to discuss his early days in the league, being teammates with Raja, and the new documentary film on his career, ‘Stephen Curry: Underrated’ from Apple TV+ and A24 (2:00). Along the way, Curry talks about the Warriors’ decision to trade Jordan Poole for Chris Paul and how he thinks the mov...

Austin and Pausha are back and start things off by recapping their time at Summer League watching Wemby play in Las Vegas (2:14). Then, they dive into all the player movement this offseason and take a closer look at Dillon Brooks’s fit with the Houston Rockets. They also talk through what Damian Lillard’s fit will look like on the Miami Heat if/when that trade ends up happening (22:27). Later, the...

Logan and Raja discuss their observations from the 2023 NBA summer league, their expectations for different types of players, and the significance of body language on the bench (1:50). Next, they talk about the debuts of Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson, as well as the amount of hype that surrounded this year’s event because of both players (29:15). Later, they briefly share their thoughts on...

Justin, Rob, and Wos start by recapping their time in Vegas at summer league. Then they discuss some of the league news coming out regarding new rule changes and the official announcement of the in-season tournament (14:40). Last, they talk about the final remaining questions of the NBA offseason (33:15). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Prod...

Seerat and Michael get together to break down the Toronto Raptors' disappointing offseason, and they anticipate great changes coming for the team in the near future, including the likely departure of Pascal Siakam. They determine the market value of the star forward and propose some fake trades for Siakam, which include teams like the Hawks, the Magic, and the Knicks, and they even discuss a dream...

Logan Murdock and Tyler Parker are live from the concourse of the Thomas & Mack Center to talk through all the shenanigans that took place during the first three days of Las Vegas Summer League. They discuss the performances of the 2023 draft’s top three picks, the Sacramento Kings, and the many characters that showed up to this year’s summer league. Hosts: Logan Murdock and Tyler Parker Producers...

Justin and Wos are joined by The Ringer’s J. Kyle Mann live on the concourse of the Thomas & Mack Center to discuss Victor Wembanyama’s debut and debate what he needs to do to adjust to the NBA level. They then discuss Brandon Miller’s performance and what the future holds for the Hornets. Also, the guys dig into other players they are looking forward to seeing during Summer League. Hosts: Justin...

Logan and Raja discuss the Grant Williams sign-and-trade deal between the Boston Celtics, the Dallas Mavericks, and the San Antonio Spurs, and what the move means for each team (1:22). Along the way, they talk about how the “Seven Seconds or Less” offense has evolved over the years and the genius of Mike D’Antoni (16:26). Later, Raja reacts to a handful of rap songs that name-drop him in the lyric...

Justin and Wos discuss whether Damian Lillard is truly destined for Miami (5:00), and they also rank the trade packages reportedly available to Portland for Lillard (21:30). Then, they round up some other free agency news, and discuss what teams made signings they liked and disliked (44:24). Hosts: Justin Verrier and Wosny Lambre Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Benjamin...

J. Kyle Mann and Tyler Parker join together to talk about the latest news on the second day of NBA free agency. They start off with Damian Lillard’s trade request from the Blazers and the team destinations that sound most intriguing (03:14). Then, they discuss the max contracts signed by LaMelo Ball, Tyrese Hailburton, and Desmond Bane (16:02). After, they go into Houston’s latest acquisitions, th...

Justin is joined by The Ringer’s Michael Pina to recap the first day of NBA free agency. They start off talking about Fred VanVleet signing with the Rockets, Kyrie Irving remaining with the Mavs, and the Lakers’ modest acquisitions (02:00). Then, they discuss Jerami Grant’s huge extension, Bruce Brown to the Pacers, and the most intriguing re-signing (33:02). Lastly, they look into the remaining f...

Logan and Raja open by discussing what it’s like to be a retired NBA player during the offseason and the last time Raja almost convinced himself to make a comeback to the league (2:59). Next, they preview the upcoming NBA free agency period and debate whether or not it will have significant implications on the year ahead, and explain what it’s like for a journeyman role player during this time (13...

Justin, Rob, and Wos discuss some of the most compelling teams, trade targets, and free agents this offseason. They discuss what the Lakers and Spurs could do this offseason (5:03), the best places for Karl-Anthony Towns if he were to get traded, where some intriguing free agents like Brook Lopez and Fred VanVleet could end up (28:12), and much more. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny L...

Seerat and Michael get together to share their reactions and insights to the trade that sent John Collins from the Hawks to the Jazz. They examine the transaction from both Atlanta’s and Utah’s perspectives and discuss what this means for Collins going forward. They then take a look at the most enticing free agents still on the market and debate the perfect possible landing spots for each of them...

Logan and Raja open by talking about the rumors swirling around Damian Lillard and his future with the Portland Trail Blazers before parsing through their takes from the start of the season that aged the worst (3:00). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Austin and Pausha dive into the 2023 NBA draft and the trades made around the league. They break down the Bradley Beal trade and weigh the remaining pieces necessary for the Phoenix Suns (3:20), discuss the huge Porzingis trade to Boston (18:03), then contemplate what could have happened behind the scenes in Golden State to cause the Poole-CP3 switch-up (29:36). Then, they talk through the top pic...

Logan and Raja discuss the massive Warriors-Wizards 2023 draft-day trade that sent Jordan Poole to D.C. and Chris Paul to the Bay Area. Did it make sense for the Warriors to ship Poole off for an aging CP3, who's joining a team that's already old? And who’s running the operation for Golden State now that Bob Myers is out of the picture? Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Cliff Augustin P...

Justin, Rob, and Wos are joined by Danny Chau to discuss whether a handful of teams near the top of the draft should keep or trade their picks. They talk about which teams are in a realistic position to trade for a veteran or whether they should stay put and what prospects would fit best. After that, Wos talks to NBA champion and Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray about his time in the bubble, comi...

Seerat and Michael start the pod by sharing their reactions and insights to the blockbuster Bradley Beal trade. They dive into how the deal affects both the Suns and the Wizards and postulate some fake trades to strengthen Phoenix’s top-heavy roster. They end the pod by examining their top story lines heading into free agency and the draft (27:28). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, pl...

The Denver Nuggets won the Finals and Austin and Pausha are back to discuss all the reactions to the championship, including Nikola Jokic’s very tame reaction (7:03). Then, they switch gears and break down Miami’s future and their potential to create a star within their organization (15:41), touch on the Zion drama (28:12), and discuss news of the LIV Golf–PGA merger (as well as whether or not the...

Logan is joined by The Ringer’s Rob Mahoney to parse through a handful of burning questions ahead of the next NBA season, including whether the Denver Nuggets are the favorites to repeat, potential landing spots for Bradley Beal and Damian Lillard, what the new CBA means for the league, and much more (2:35). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout ringer.com/RG to find out m...