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The Ringer NBA squad provides the insight, reporting, and analysis that you need in your life right here on The Ringer NBA Show. On Mondays and Thursdays, check out 'Group Chat' with Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney and J. Kyle Mann . Tap in on Tuesdays and Fridays for 'Real Ones' with Logan Murdock, Raja Bell and Howard Beck.
LeBron Is Having Fun Again, Early Impressions of the Top Rookies, and Can OKC Right the Ship? | Real Ones
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Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck are back with another edition of Real Ones! They recap some key story lines from the weekend, including LeBron James and the Sixers having fun and winning games. Then they talk about the play of another potentially historic and stacked rookie class. The guys then discuss the OKC Thunder and how they’re going to move forward with so many players out. They also talk about which team could fill the hole at the top of the West if OKC stumbles. They wrap up with another edition of Tales From the Road With Raja. (00:00) Intro (3:09) LeBron and the Sixers are having fun (21:27) Impressive rookie class (32:30) Path forward for the Thunder? (55:53) Tales From the Road With Raja Hit the mailbag: realonesmailbag@gmail.com Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck Producers: Victoria Valencia, and Isaiah Blakely Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Additional Production Support: Donald LoBianco The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Get a Sausage McMuffin with Egg, PLUS hash browns AND a small coffee, for just $5. Only at McDonald’s for a limited time Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
No Justin today, so Rob and J. Kyle Mann make four early-season proclamations and decide whether they believe them to be true or not. (00:00) Intro (4:00) Rookie scale option news (18:18) Luka Doncic (35:42) Knicks (49:32) Darius Acuff Jr. (1:06:44) Pistons And don’t forget, the Group Chat guys are doing a live show on Thursday, December 10, at Hi-Fi Indy in Indianapolis, Indiana. Buy your tickets here! Hosts: Rob Mahoney and J. Kyle Mann Producers: Victoria Valencia and Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Support: Kevin Cureghian and Chris Wohlers Production Supervision: Jack Wilson and Ben Cruz The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck are back with another edition of Real Ones! Who and what have been the biggest surprises and disappointments thus far in the 2026-27 season? Why are there so many injuries at the start of this season, and what can the league do to fix this problem? The great Ernie Johnson has announced that he will be retiring after the season. Bryan Curtis and Joel Anderson from The Press Box join Logan to discuss his legacy and what’s next for 'Inside the NBA.' Plus, Real One of the Week. (01:31) - Surprises and disappointments (1:03:21) - Ernie Johnson announces retirement 1:40:07) - Real One of the Week The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. The Club for every holiday club. Sam’s Club. Hit the mailbag: realonesmailbag@gmail.com Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck Guests: Bryan Curtis and Joel Anderson Producers: Jeff Shearin, Victoria Valencia, and Clifford Augustin Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann were live in Minneapolis! They tiered the Western Conference after all the injury news involving some major stars, drafted some under-the-radar Wolves players, and answered questions from the audience. (0:00) Intro (5:48) A reassessment of the western conference (50:59) Wolves "That Guy" draft (1:12:32) Audience questions And don’t forget, the Group Chat guys are doing a live show on Thursday December 10th, at Hi-Fi Indy in Indianapolis, IN. Buy your tickets here! Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann Producers: Victoria Valencia, Isaiah Blakely, and Ben Cruz The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. The Club for every holiday club. Sam’s Club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck are back with another edition of Real Ones! The Miami Heat still remain winless on the season. Has Bam Adebayo’s game been altered by the addition of Giannis Antetokounmpo? How can the costars mesh in the Heat's system? Plus, Thunder G/F Jalen Williams went down with a devastating leg injury that will likely keep him out for the season. How can the Thunder move forward without him, and how will his injury reshape the Western Conference? Plus, we unveil a new segment: Tales From the Road With Raja. *Editor’s note: This episode was prerecorded before the news of Anthony Edwards’ injury broke. (02:30) - Heat struggle early in the season (35:53) - Jalen Williams suffers leg injury (50:34) Knicks' rings conundrum (59:04) Tales From the Road With Raja The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. The Club for every holiday club. Sam’s Club. Hit the mailbag: realonesmailbag@gmail.com Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard BeckProducers: Oscar De La Luz, Victoria Valencia, and Clifford AugustinProduction Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor NevinsAdditional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
No J. Kyle Mann today, but Justin and Rob are here to talk about some of the most intriguing teams and players from around the league in this early part of the season. (00:00) Intro (8:05) Rockets (25:26) Raptors (34:10) Caleb Wilson (45:16) Tyrese Maxey (56:33) Thunder and live reaction to Jalen Williams's injury (1:04:56) Wizards Also, don’t forget, the Group Chat guys are doing a live show on Tuesday, October 27th at the Varsity Theater in Minneapolis, MN! And a live show Thursday December 10th, at Hi-Fi Indy in Indianapolis, IN. Buy your tickets here! And finally, be sure to check out the debut episode of Justin's new YouTube show, "Basketball! Explained." Hosts: Justin Verrier and Rob Mahoney Producers: Victoria Valencia, Isaiah Blakely, and Ben Cruz The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. The Club for every holiday club. Sam’s Club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck are back with another edition of Real Ones to dive into what impressed them in this first week of NBA action. LaMelo Ball and Anthony Edwards showed out in their season debuts. Are they the perfect match in Minnesota? Plus, Luka and the Lakers destroyed Steph and the Warriors in their openers while having a back-and-forth with rookie Yaxel Lendeborg. Are people sleeping on the Lakers, and should Steph seek his way out of Golden State? (01:13) - LaMelo and Ant ball out. Plus, Giannis is back. (28:47) - First impression of Luka and the Lakers. Plus, what’s next for the Warriors? (1:00:57) - Leftover impressions: Tyrese, Dame, and Fred VanVleet were impressive in their returns. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. The Club for every holiday club. Sam’s Club. Read Logan’s interview with Warriors head coach Steve Kerr https://www.theringer.com/2026/10/21/nba/steve-kerr-golden-state-warriors-roster-trades-nba-season Hit the mailbag: realonesmailbag@gmail.com Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck Producers: Jeff Shearin, Oscar De La Luz, Victoria Valencia, and Clifford Augustin Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J.Kyle Mann are back to discuss their top takeaways from the real opening night of the NBA. (0:00) Intro(6:36) Timberwolves-Heat(28:09) Grizzlies-Jazz(39:30) Blazers-Suns(51:16) Hawks-Magic(59:00) Lakers-Warriors(1:05:06) Pacers-Pelicans And don’t forget, the Group Chat guys are doing a live show on Tuesday, October 27, at the Varsity Theater in Minneapolis, Minnesota! Plus, a live show Thursday, December 10, at HI-FI Indy in Indianapolis, Indiana. Buy your tickets here! Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J.Kyle MannProducers: Victoria Valencia, Stefan Anderson, and Ben CruzThe Club for every holiday club. Sam’s Club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck are back with their reactions to an exciting Opening Night to the NBA season. (0:00) Intro(1:16) Spurs-Thunder(23:04) Knicks-Sixers(42:51) Celtics-Pistons Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard BeckProducers: Victoria Valencia and Isaiah BlakelyProduction Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. The Club for every holiday club. Sam’s Club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are back with the highly anticipated Verrierables! They talk about surprise teams and the best young players and make award and Finals predictions. (0:00) Intro (7:46) Surprise first Verrierable (34:19) Second Verrierable (1:06:17) Third Verrierable (1:26:56) Fourth Verrierable And don’t forget, the Group Chat guys are doing a live show on Tuesday, October 27, at the Varsity Theater in Minneapolis, Minnesota! Plus, a live show Thursday, December 10, at HI-FI Indy in Indianapolis, Indiana. Buy your tickets here! Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann Guest: David Jacoby Producers: Victoria Valencia, Isaiah Blakely, and Ben Cruz Additional Production Support: Trevor Rabone Production Supervision: Jack Wilson The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. The Club for every holiday club. Sam’s Club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are here with the final edition of the preseason power rankings, Part 6. They reveal who they think are the top teams in the league ranked 5-1. (00:00) Intro (3:56) Timberwolves (32:00) Sixers (1:03:16) Knicks (1:19:40) Spurs (1:41:02) Thunder And don’t forget, the Group Chat guys are doing a live show on Tuesday, October 27th at the Varsity Theater in Minneapolis, MN! Buy your tickets here! Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J.Kyle Mann Guest: Chris Ryan Producers: Victoria Valencia, Isaiah Blakely, and Ben Cruz Studio Production: Jeff Shearin, Kevin Cureghian, Chris Thomas, Chris Wohlers, and Jonathan Ratliff Production Supervision: Jack Wilson The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. The Club for every holiday club. Sam’s Club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are back with Part 5 of the preseason power rankings and they reveal the teams ranked 10-6. (00:00) Intro (5:51) Rockets (25:10) Lakers (42:58) Nuggets (1:03:15) Celtics (1:18:38) Cavaliers And don’t forget the Group Chat guys are doing a live show on Tuesday, October 27th, at the Varsity Theater in Minneapolis, MN! Buy your tickets here! Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J.Kyle Mann Producers: Victoria Valencia, Isaiah Blakely, and Ben Cruz Studio Production: Jeff Shearin, Kevin Cureghian, Chris Thomas, Chris Wohlers, and Jonathan Ratliff Production Supervision: Jack Wilson The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. The Club for every holiday club. Sam’s Club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are back with part 4 of the preseason power rankings, and they're talking about the teams ranked 15-11. (00:00) Intro (4:56) Magic (25:26) Pistons (52:09) Heat (1:10:38) Raptors (1:33:40) Pacers And don’t forget the Group Chat guys are doing a live show on Tuesday, October 27th at the Varsity Theater in Minneapolis, MN! Buy your tickets here! Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J.Kyle Mann Producers: Victoria Valencia, Isaiah Blakely, Liz Jerry, and Ben Cruz Studio Production: Trevor Rabone Kevin Cureghian, Chris Thomas, Chris Wohlers, and Jonathan Ratliff Production Supervision: Jack Wilson The Club for every holiday club. Sam’s Club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Part 3 of the preseason power rankings is here, and Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are unveiling the teams ranked 20-16. (00:00) Intro(4:12) Hornets(26:08) Warriors(42:38) Trail Blazers(1:07:20) Hawks(1:19:18) Jazz And don’t forget that the Group Chat guys are doing a live show on Tuesday, October 27, at the Varsity Theater in Minneapolis! Buy your tickets here!Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle MannProducers: Victoria Valencia, Isaiah Blakely, Liz Jerry and Ben CruzStudio Production: Trever Rabone, Kevin Cureghian, Chris Thomas, Chris Wohlers, and Jonathan RatliffProduction Supervision: Jack WilsonThe Club for every holiday club. Sam’s Club Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are back for Part 2 of the preseason power rankings. This time they are joined by Bill Simmons! They discuss the teams ranked 25 and 24 before the guys finish up with the teams ranked 23 through 21. (00:00) Intro (3:00) Pelicans (28:34) Grizzlies (52:40) Mavericks (1:15:09) Wizards (1:36:43) Suns And don’t forget the Group Chat guys are doing a live show on Tuesday, October 27th at the Varsity Theater in Minneapolis, MN! Buy your tickets here! Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J.Kyle Mann Guest: Bill Simmons Producers: Victoria Valencia, Isaiah Blakely, and Ben Cruz Studio Production: Kevin Cureghian, Chris Thomas, Chris Wohlers, and Jonathan Ratliff Production Supervision: Jack Wilson The Club for every holiday club. Sam’s Club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Preseason Power Rankings Part 1 | Group ChatJustin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are back with the annual preseason power rankings! As usual, the guys start with the lowest ranked teams: 26-30.(00:00) Intro(7:23) Kings(28:50) Bucks(44:24) Nets(59:59) Clippers(1:15:55) Bulls And don’t forget the Group Chat guys are doing a live show on Tuesday, October 27th at the Varsity Theater in Minneapolis, MN! Buy your tickets here! Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle MannProducers: Victoria Valencia, Isaiah Blakely, Liz Jerry, and Ben CruzStudio Production: Kevin Cureghian, Chris Thomas, Chris Wohlers, and Jonathan RatliffProduction Supervision: Jack WilsonThe Club for every holiday club. Sam’s Club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Logan Murdock and Howard Beck are joined by Tyler Parker to discuss the best- and worst-case scenarios for the Western Conference teams. Will Wemby be on a revenge tour all season and capture the Larry O’Brien, MVP, and DPOY? Could one team see their All-World MVP center ask for an exit out of town? How far can Luka and the Lakers go with LeBron no longer in Los Angeles? Hosts: Logan Murdock and Howard BeckGuest: Tyler ParkerProducers: Logan Murdock, Victoria Valencia, Jacob Cornett, Clifford Augustin and Ben CruzProduction Supervision: Jack Wilson and Conor Nevins The Club for every holiday club. Sam’s Club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Logan Murdock and Howard Beck are joined by Tyler Parker to discuss the best- and worst-case scenarios for each team in the Eastern Conference. Can the Knicks become champions again? Is LeBron under too much pressure in Philly? Plus, which teams are Finals contenders?Hosts: Logan Murdock and Howard BeckGuest: Tyler ParkerProducers: Logan Murdock, Victoria Valencia, Jacob Cornett, Clifford Augustin, and Ben CruzProduction Supervision: Jack Wilson and Conor Nevins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Logan Murdock and Howard Beck are joined by Jason Concepcion to share their hottest takes ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. Who will win MVP this season? Which teams will see the conference finals? Plus, how will LeBron fit with the Sixers?Hosts: Logan Murdock and Howard BeckGuest: Jason ConcepcionProducers: Logan Murdock, Victoria Valencia, Jacob Cornett, Clifford Augustin, and Ben CruzProduction Supervision: Jack Wilson and Conor Nevins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Logan Murdock is joined by Van Lathan and Jomi Adeniran of the Ringer-Verse for a special edition of Real Ones: Heroes and Villains of the NBA. Which NBA star that switched teams this offseason could be entering his hero era? Which NBA team owner should be embracing their villain era? Plus, has analytics ruined NBA discourse?(00:00) - Heroes(59:53) - VillainsHost: Logan MurdockGuests: Van Lathan and Jomi AdeniranProducers: Logan Murdock, Victoria Valencia, Clifford Augustin, and Ben CruzStudio Production: Chris Thomas, Jamie Yukich, Jonathan Ratliff, and Chris WohlersProduction Supervision: Jack Wilson and Conor Nevins Show Art: Neil Francisco Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are back with another edition of Group Chat and take a deep dive into the mess that was ClippersGate and the funniest moments of the whole scandal. Did this ultimately just become a pissing contest between Steve Ballmer and the NBA? Plus, there are some intriguing training camp battles to look forward to in the next couple of weeks. Which veteran signings could become starters for their new teams? 05:26 - Kawhi finally returns to Toronto and leaves the Clippers in the dust 21:18 - The misreporting of the scandal 42:50 - Intriguing training camp battles and starting lineups: Knicks, Lakers, Heat, Wizards, and Mavericks The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Kyle Mann Producers: Victoria Valencia, Liz Jerry, and Clifford Augustin Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the latest edition of The Ringer NBA Show, Howard Beck and Michael Pina discuss their most intriguing story lines heading into the 2026-27 season. Which former Finals MVP has the best chance of capturing a ring again? Is there an in-season trade that could shock the league? The guys also debate the most intriguing teams to watch. (00:00) Intro (2:37) - Former Finals MVP with best chance to win another (41:01) - Most Intriguing story lines Hosts: Howard Beck and Michael PinaProducers: Victoria Valencia, Clifford Augustin, and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
After ranking the teams in the East, J. Kyle Mann and Michael Pina return to create their hierarchy for the Western Conference. Can the Thunder get back on track to dethrone the Spurs in the West? How far can Steph Curry carry the Warriors? Is LaMelo Ball the missing piece for Anthony Edwards and the Wolves? How will the Clippers respond after the severe punishments for circumventing the salary cap?(00:00) Intro (20:41) 15-10(54:26) 9-5(1:20:44) 4-1Hosts: J.Kyle Mann and Michael PinaProducers: Victoria Valencia, Jessie Lopez, and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin, Rob, and JKM have finally reassembled and are ready to talk hoops and discuss what they think they know about the highly anticipated 2026-27 NBA season. Now that LeBron is no longer a Laker, has the front office built a team that complements Luka? Is reigning Rookie of the Year Cooper Flagg ready to take that next step in his development? Are the Western Conference champion Spurs poised to take the Western crown again? (14:00) - Luka’s Lakers(28:00) - Wolves add Jonathan Kuminga(37:45) - Cooper Flagg in year two(57:00) - Prove-it-year Pistons(1:07:00) - Spurs Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann Producers: Victoria Valencia, Clifford Augustin, and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Welcome to another episode of Ringer NBA Lore, where we remember iconic teams and moments in NBA history. Today, Logan Murdock is joined by Joel Anderson and Bomani Jones, both of whom are Houston natives and followed the Rockets closely during their mid-’90s championship run. Joel and Bomani examine the multiple heartbreaks that Houston fans endured leading up to Hakeem Olajuwon and the Rockets finally breaking through and winning back-to-back championships. Host: Logan Murdock Guests: Joel Anderson and Bomani Jones Producers: Logan Murdock, Ben Cruz, and Conor Nevins Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Audio Producer: Clifford Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Welcome to a Real Ones special edition series we’re calling Ringer NBA Lore, where we remember iconic teams and moments in NBA history. Today, Logan Murdock is joined by Howard Beck and Tim Kawakami to dive deep into the first championship run of the Lakers' 2000s three-peat. Howard and Tim both covered the team that season, so they share their stories and behind-the-scenes insights on the friction between Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal, Phil Jackson’s mind games, Jerry West’s influence, and how this team defined the NBA at the turn of the century. (00:00) Intro (7:56) Lakers trade for Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal (18:56) Phil Jackson arrives (28:44) Regular season (38:56) Media wars (50:44) Playoffs and Shaq wins MVP (54:46) Lakers-Blazers playoff series (1:11:28) Finals (1:24:03) Covering the championship (1:30:26) Biggest what-ifs Hosts: Logan Murdock and Howard Beck Guest: Tim Kawakami Producers: Logan Murdock, Conor Nevins, and Ben Cruz Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Audio Producer: Clifford Augustin Social: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Now that the dust has settled on the major offseason moves and key acquisitions, J. Kyle Mann and Michael Pina have decided to come up with their hierarchy for the Eastern Conference and rank where they think each team stands right now. Following their championship run, have the Knicks solidified their standing as top dog in the East? Now that Giannis has been traded from Milwaukee to Miami, have the Heat shot up their rankings? Where do the guys have the Sixers now that LeBron is headed to Philly? (00:00) Intro (6:30) 15-10 (55:00) 9-5 (1:19:00) 4-1 Hosts: J. Kyle Mann and Michael Pina Producers: Victoria Valencia, Clifford Augustin, and Ben Cruz Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Howard Beck and Michael Pina have their way-too-early NBA player awards for the 2026-2027 season. Find out their jalapeño and reaper picks for Defensive Player of the Year, Sixth Man of the Year, Most Improved Player, Rookie of the Year, Coach of the Year, and Most Valuable Player. The takes definitely get spicy! (6:45) Defensive Player of the Year (16:36) Sixth Man of the Year (32:25) Most Improved Player- (45:33) Rookie of the Year (56:35) Coach of the Year (1:10:01) Most Valuable Player Hosts: Howard Beck and Michael PinaProducers: Victoria Valencia and Clifford AugustinProduction Supervision: Ben CruzAdditional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
That's right! LeBron James is headed to Philly and joining the Sixers on a two-year deal. Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck discuss the move, which is likely to be the last of his career. Why did LeBron choose Philly? How does he fit with the star-studded roster? What does this mean for the teams that he didn’t choose? (5:00) - LeBron's Fit in Philly(14:24) - Joel Embiid’s role(29:28) - LeBron and the Philly fanbase(42:40) - The teams that missed out on LeBronHosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard BeckProducer: Victoria ValenciaProduction Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck put a bow on the 2025-26 NBA season with their sixth annual Realys Awards. Find out who wins the highly anticipated Real One of the Year award, who Raja crowns as the Raja Bell Memorial Defender of the Year, and much more! (00:00) Intro (1:50) OG of the Year (10:23) Newcomer of the Year (17:25) Worst Trade of the Year (24:41) Crashout of the Year (30:50) Moment of the Year (35:13) Who won the year? (38:24) Who lost the year? (41:24) Raja Bell Memorial Defender award (45:20) Real One of the Year (52:30) Outro Blooper Hosts: Logan Murdock, Howard Beck, and Raja BellProducers: Logan Murdock, Clifford Augustin, and Victoria ValenciaVideo: Victoria ValenciaAudio: Devon BaroldiShow Art: Matthew JamesProduction Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann return to recap what they’ve seen so far during summer league and answer some mailbag questions. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle MannProducers: Victoria Valencia and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann return to discuss which teams and players have made the most and least of the offseason. (00:00) Intro (3:52) Best Moves (16:11) Worst Moves (36:52) Biggest Questions (47:08) Biggest Winner (54:14) Biggest Loser Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle MannProducers: Victoria Valencia and Stefan AndersonProduction Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Logan is joined by Michael Pina in the latest edition of Real Ones, and they dive right into LeBron’s free agency. Where might the King take his talents? Where do we want to see him end up? What place does analytics have in the NBA following the Jaylen Brown trade and the discussion of Brown not being an analytics darling? How will the Jaylen Brown trade play out for both the Celtics and Sixers? (00:00) Intro (1:33) Should the Lakers have kept Lebron? (12:30) Jaylen Brown and analytics across the NBA(24:43) Ja Morant's resurgence(33:26) Potential disaster for the Sixers?(43:02) Predictions Host: Logan Murdock Guest: Michael Pina Producers: Logan Murdock, Clifford Augustin, Conor Nevins, and Ben Cruz Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann start by reacting to the Celtics press conference with GM Brad Stevens and owner Bill Chisholm explaining the Jaylen Brown trade. Then, they each rank the best destinations for LeBron, and play matchmaker for a few remaining free agents.(00:00) Intro(1:56) Celtics press conference(18:25) Best fits for LeBron(1:13:20) Free agency matchmakerHosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle MannProducers: Isaiah Blakely, Jeff Shearin, Victoria Valencia, and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann react to the blockbuster trade that will send Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers and Paul George to the Boston Celtics. They break down the fit for Brown in Philly and debate why this move was made at this exact moment. Next, they go through some of the major moves made since the start of free agency, including the Lakers acquiring Walker Kessler from the Jazz, Kawhi Leonard’s return to Toronto, and Ja Morant’s trade to the Blazers. They also discuss some of the smaller moves made, including Norman Powell signing with the Bulls, Tobias Harris signing with the Spurs, and more.(00:00) Intro(2:45) Jaylen Brown traded to the Sixers for Paul George and draft picks(14:43) Brown’s potential fit with the Sixers(25:34) Paul George’s role with the Celtics(34:15) Jazz get massive draft haul from Lakers for Walker Kessler(53:22) Kawhi Leonard returns to the Raptors(59:22) Grizzlies trade Ja Morant to the Blazers(1:11:17) Tobias Harris signs with the Spurs, Norman Powell signs with the Bulls, and other free agency moves Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle MannProducers: Victoria Valencia and Jessie LopezProduction Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor NevinsSocial: Jessie Lopez and Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
LeBron James will not be returning to the Los Angeles Lakers, and will likely finish his career elsewhere. Just where might that be? Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck discuss LeBron’s departure and where his next landing spot will be. Could he return home to Cleveland, where it all began? Maybe Miami, where he captured his first championship? Or could he reconnect with Olympic teammate Steph Curry in Golden State? Plus, Kawhi Leonard is headed back to Toronto after the Clippers traded him for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, and picks. Where does this put the Raptors in the hierarchy of the East?(00:00) Intro (0:32) LeBron not returning to the Lakers (20:14) How will LeBron be remembered in L.A.? (26:12) Jomi farewell to LeBron (28:21) Possible destinations for LeBron (52:55) Raja defends LaMelo (1:06:30) Kawhi traded to Toronto (1:11:27) Jalen Duren and Pistons standstill (1:15:27) Ja Morant trade review Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard BeckGuest: Jomi AdeniranProducers: Victoria Valencia and Clifford AugustinAdditional Production Support: Jamie YukichProduction Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor NevinsBuy any two Ferrero Brands and you could win $1 million. Visit GoAllInAndWin.com to learn more.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are here to prepare us for the official start of free agency. They talk through all the news, including the Warriors' plan to lure LeBron to Golden State, the Jaylen Brown trade saga, Kawhi Leonard's potential return to Toronto, and much more. (00:00) Intro(2:53) LeBron to Golden State?(19:21) Jaylen Brown(44:37) The Charlotte Hornets' moves(1:07:52) The most intriguing situations Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann Producers: Isaiah Blakely, Victoria Valencia, and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
LaMelo Ball has been traded from Charlotte to Minnesota in exchange for Naz Reid, a 2033 unprotected first-round pick, three first-round pick swaps (2028, 2029, and 2030), and three second-round picks. Logan Murdock and Howard Beck discuss the stunning move, and examine why both teams made the trade. Did Minnesota improve, or did they drop themselves in the Western Conference hierarchy? Plus, the Lakers extended Austin Reaves to a max deal, but was it the right decision? Will Jaylen Brown be a Celtic when next season starts?(00:00) - Intro(01:30) - LaMelo Ball to Minnesota(36:50) - Austin Reaves extended(43:48) - Jaylen Brown situationHit the mailbag: realonesmailbag@gmail.comHosts: Logan Murdock and Howard BeckProducers: Victoria Valencia and Clifford AugustinProduction Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor NevinsThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Buy any two Ferrero Brands and you could win $1 million. Visit GoAllInAndWin.com to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are here after night one of the NBA draft to discuss some of the most interesting selections from the first round. They discuss the top four picks, the run of guards, and discuss some other selections that caught their eye. Then they talk about Austin Reaves re-signing with the Lakers and answer some next questions for the Bucks and Heat after the Giannis trade. (00:00) Intro(4:08) Most intriguing draft outcomes(58:29) Austin Reaves re-signs(1:07:30) Next questions after the Giannis trade Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle MannProducers: Victoria Valencia, Isaiah Blakely, and Ben Cruz Check out J. Kyle Mann's draft grades here! Buy any two Ferrero Brands and you could win $1 million. Visit GoAllInAndWin.com to learn more. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Giannis saga in Milwaukee has officially ended with two time league MVP officially being traded to the Miami Heat along with teammate Bobby Portis in exchange for Tyler Herro, Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kasparas Jakucionis, three first-round picks (including no. 13 in Tuesday’s draft), a second-round pick, and one pick swap. Logan, Raja and Howard react to the news and what this means for the landscape of the NBA. Plus, could this trade have ramifications for another eastern conference all-star? (00:00) - Intro (01:21) - Initial thoughts (15:18) - Jaylen Brown (30:00) - Pat Riley legacy Hit the mailbag: realonesmailbag@gmail.com Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck Producers: Victoria Valencia and Clifford Augustin Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Buy any two Ferrero Brands and you could win $1 million. Visit GoAllInAndWin.com to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are back to discuss which team they’d rather see Giannis on now that the reporting is saying it’s down to Miami and Boston. Then they do draft cause and effect, take a look at a few of the interesting picks in the lottery, and talk about what the picks should be and what they'd mean for each team—including the Dallas Mavericks, who just hired former Michigan head coach Dusty May.(00:00) Intro(3:24) Giannis trade news(38:19) Draft cause and effectHosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle MannProducers: Victoria Valencia, Isaiah Blakely, and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
With the 2026 NBA draft just days away, Justin and J. Kyle Mann are joined by Tate Frazier to break down their mock draft. The guys go through “can't miss” prospects like Cameron Boozer to the hidden gems flying under the radar. They debate who's got the bag to be a franchise cornerstone and which player could pull off the biggest draft-night heist. (00:00) Intro (6:11) Draft Picks (57:50) Wrapping up Hosts: Justin Verrier and J. Kyle Mann Guest: Tate Frazier Producers: Victoria Valencia and Ashleigh Smith The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Buy any two Ferrero Brands and you could win $1 million. Visit GoAllInAndWin.com to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck are back together to close out the NBA Finals, which saw the New York Knicks take the crown back to the Big Apple for the first time in 53 years. What did we learn about Jalen Brunson and building a team around small guards? Did Wemby become a villain throughout this playoff run? What parts of his game does he need to improve? Plus, the guys recount how they got Ben Stiller on the pod the night the Knicks won the title and get into the Real One of the Week! (00:00) - Intro(03:36) - Jalen Brunson and small guards(30:20) - Wemby discussion(58:38) - Mike Brown's coaching arc(1:06:48) - Real One of the Week Hit the mailbag: realonesmailbag@gmail.comHosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard BeckProducers: Victoria Valencia and Clifford AugustinThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Buy any two Ferrero Brands and you could win $1 million. Visit GoAllInAndWin.com to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are here to give their thoughts on the New York Knicks ending their 53-year drought and becoming NBA champions. Then they talk about some ripple effects and takeaways from the Finals. (00:00) Intro (11:55) Jalen Brunson (25:55) What’s next for Wemby and the Spurs? (53:39) Finals ripple effects Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann Producers: Victoria Valencia, Isaiah Blakely, and Ben Cruz The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Buy any two Ferrero Brands and you could win $1 million. Visit GoAllInAndWin.com to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Knicks have finally ended their 53-year championship drought, defeating the Spurs 94–90 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals to capture the title. Logan Murdock and Howard Beck break down how New York got it done, and Knicks superfan Ben Stiller joins the pod to celebrate and relive the glory of a long-awaited championship. (00:00) Intro (0:44) Knicks Win (06:26) - Jalen Brunson wins finals MVP (38:42) - Wemby discussion (52:41) - Ben Stiller joins the show! Hit the mailbag: realonesmailbag@gmail.com Hosts: Logan Murdock and Howard Beck Guest: Ben Stiller Producers: Victoria Valencia and Clifford Augustin The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Buy any two Ferrero Brands and you could win $1 million. Visit GoAllInAndWin.com to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin, Rob and Kyle catch their breath enough to fire up the microphones after a historic Game 4 of the NBA Finals. They kick things off breaking down the finer details of OG Anunoby’s absurd game-winning tip-in before shifting to the Spurs’ side and discussing De’Aaron Fox’s questionable decision making down the stretch. The guys then move into talking through how much of the game was the Knicks coming back vs. the Spurs melting down and whether or not it’s possible for San Antonio to recover after such an epic collapse. Then, they close things out with their final thoughts heading into Game 5. (00:00) Intro (0:15) Knicks Comeback to win Game 4 (8:16) Spurs' meltdown (48:12) Thoughts heading into Game 5 Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney and J. Kyle Mann Producers: Victoria Valencia and Ben Cruz The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Buy any two Ferrero Brands and you could win $1 million. Visit GoAllInAndWin.com to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck discuss Game 3 of the NBA Finals, where the San Antonio Spurs defeated the New York Knicks 115–111. What did it take for the Spurs to earn their first win of the series on the road in the hostile environment of Madison Square Garden? Was Game 3 too physical? One host thinks so. Howard Beck, who was in attendance, also shares his firsthand perspective on an epic night at MSG. Plus, the mailbag! Hit the mailbag: realonesmailbag@gmail.com Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard BeckProducers: Victoria Valencia, Clifford Augustin, and Jeff ShearinProduction Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor NevinsAdditional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Buy any two Ferrero Brands and you could win $1 million. Visit GoAllInAndWin.com to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
(00:00) Justin, Rob, and Kyle fire up the mics immediately after Game 2 of the NBA Finals to talk about the Knicks grinding out a 2-0 series lead. (3:05) The guys discuss the Knicks pulling through despite Jalen Brunson’s struggles, and De’Aaron Fox’s indecisiveness being costly for the Spurs. (17:04) They also discuss the Knicks’ bench coming through in comparison to the Spurs’ bench before getting into the fact that Karl-Anthony Towns has outplayed Victor Wembanyama through two games and whether or not KAT is having his Dirk Nowitzki moment. (47:33) The show closes with potential adjustments Mitch Johnson and the Spurs can make heading into Game 3 and beyond. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney and J. Kyle Mann Producers: Jeff Shearin and Ben Cruz Social: Keith Fujimoto Buy any two Ferrero Brands and you could win $1 million. Visit GoAllInAndWin.com to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin, Rob, and Kyle fire up the mics right after the New York Knicks’ huge Game 1 win in the 2026 NBA Finals.(00:00) - The guys discuss Karl-Anthony Towns’s massive impact on the game, the Knicks’ overall defensive dominance in the second half, and of course, Jalen Brunson’s brilliance to close the game.(33:38) - They close the show by talking about New York’s physicality on Victor Wembanyama, and adjustments the Spurs can make heading into Game 2. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney and J. Kyle MannProducers: Jeff Shearin and Ben CruzSocial: Keith Fujimoto The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplinesBuy any two Ferrero Brands and you could win $1 million. Visit GoAllInAndWin.com to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The most anticipated pod of the year has made its return: Yes, the Real Ones x Press Box collab that you’ve all been waiting for. Logan is joined by Bryan Curtis and Joel Anderson to break down the NBA broadcast partner power rankings. Find out where the guys ranked the NBC, Amazon, and ESPN studio shows and in-game broadcasts. Plus, Logan, Bryan, and Joel create their dream studio show! Intro - (00:00) NBC - (02:20) Amazon - (22:23) ESPN - (35:38) Creating a studio show - (50:43) Hit the mailbag: realonesmailbag@gmail.com Host: Logan Murdock Guests: Bryan Curtis and Joel Anderson Producers: Victoria Valencia, Clifford Augustin, and Jeff Shearin Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Buy any two Ferrero Brands and you could win $1 million. Visit GoAllInAndWin.com to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
