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The Jimmy Butler Sweepstakes Is On—But Is Anyone Buying? Plus, Wemby Passes the Jokic Test, and Kawhi Is Back. | Group Chat
Justin, Rob, and Wos come together and talk about some of the biggest stories in the recent NBA news cycle. They discuss where Jimmy Butler will land (4:05), Wemby vs. Jokic (38:50), and Kawhi Leonard’s return (57:06).
Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre
Producer: Isaiah Blakely
Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz
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Transitioning to the Broadcast Booth, Working Out With Wemby, and When’s the Right Time to Retire With Jamal Crawford | Real Ones
Howard and Raja are joined by three-time Sixth Man of the Year Jamal Crawford. They start by talking about his transition from basketball to being in media and the differences between working in studio and on the broadcast (14:57). Then they talk about Jamal’s workouts with Victor Wembanyama over the summer and what that was like (23:02). Then they wrap up with their thoughts on Jimmy Butler officially wanting out of Miami (33:23), how good the Knicks are (46:59), and Jamal and Raja talk about when they knew it was time to retire (57:35).
Hosts: Howard Beck and Raja Bell
Guest: Jamal Crawford
Producer: Isaiah Blakely
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Six Big Questions as the NBA Season Enters 2025 | Group Chat
Justin, Rob, and Wos turn the page and welcome the new year with six questions to monitor at the start of 2025. They discuss contenders in the east (7:03) and west (29:15). They talk about which L.A. team can go farther in the playoffs (38:37), a refresh to their League Pass rankings (50:35), if a star will get moved at the trade deadline (59:48), and MVP favorites (1:12:34).
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Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney and Wosny Lambre
Producer: Isaiah Blakely
Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz
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Kings Coaching Conundrum. Plus, What to Make of D’Angelo Russell’s Career. | Real Ones
Raja and Howard are back with a New Year's Eve edition of 'Real Ones.' Raja explains what it’s like to play on New Year's (1:03). The Sacramento Kings have fired yet another coach in Mike Brown, who won Coach of the Year in 2023. Should De’Aaron Fox and the players take some accountability for Brown's firing, and where does this revolving coaching door come from with the Kings (7:40)? The Lakers and Nets traded D’Angelo Russell and Dorian Finney-Smith, along with some picks. Will DFS help the Lakers improve and contend for a title? And why can’t DLo find a permanent home (29:00)? Plus, Cliff’s Sixers are rolling and a mailbag!
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Hosts: Howard Beck and Raja Bell
Producer: Clifford Augustin
Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz
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LeBron James at 40. Plus, Ripple Effects of Another D-Lo Trade and the Mike Brown Firing With Kirk Goldsberry. | Group Chat
Justin and Wos are joined by Kirk Goldsberry to discuss the D’Angelo Russell trade and what the ceiling is for the Lakers now (3:15). Then, they talk about Kirk's piece on TheRinger.com about what kind of player LeBron James is now. They also give their thoughts on the Russell trade from the Nets' perspective, and whether Brooklyn has more trades to make (27:36). They wrap up with their thoughts on the Kings firing Mike Brown and if that will change anything in Sacramento (41:36).
Hosts: Justin Verrier and Wosny Lambre
Guest: Kirk Goldsberry
Producer: Isaiah Blakely
Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz
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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, Wosny Lambre and Rob Mahoney. Tap in on Tuesdays and Fridays for 'Real Ones' with Logan Murdock, Raja Bell and Howard Beck.