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Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images Howard and Michael Pina pull out their panic meters for five separate teams, talk concerning numbers for the Lakers, go over...
November 26, 2024 at 1:50 PM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration The Los Angeles Lakers rookie is making LeBron (and us) wonder: Did 15 teams screw up by passing on him in the 2024 NBA draft? And does...
November 26, 2024 at 5:50 AM -
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Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images Verno and Jacoby discuss the messy situation in Philadelphia, their thoughts on the new All-Star format, and more Verno and...
November 22, 2024 at 11:50 AM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration The Orlando Magic's all-world sidekick is proving he's pretty incredible as a leading man, too. Has it been there all along? You'd think...
November 22, 2024 at 8:50 AM -
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Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images Plus, talk of why Chris Paul will go down as Austin's favorite leader to play alongside, Shedeur Sanders playing for father...
November 21, 2024 at 12:50 PM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration Golden State is boldly going where no NBA team has gone before: a 12-man rotation. Can Steve Kerr's experiment give one last gasp to the...
November 21, 2024 at 5:50 AM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration What in the world is going on in the East? In the first Kram Session of the season, we dive deep into Cleveland's winning formula...
November 19, 2024 at 7:50 AM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration L.A.'s All-Star big man has reached new heights by further streamlining his once limitless game. Meanwhile, the Lakers are making good...
November 13, 2024 at 3:50 AM -
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Getty/AP/Ringer Illustration Which early season trends are we buying or selling? We examine the Bucks' brutal start, the Cavs' perfect one, the Lakers' legitimacy, and...
November 11, 2024 at 8:50 AM -
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Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images Verno and Jacoby also discuss Tyrese Maxey's injury and the abundance of injuries that have already occurred in the league...
November 8, 2024 at 11:50 AM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration The former Knicks lottery pick is averaging more points than Jalen Brunson and is suddenly facilitating like a lead ball handler. Have...
November 8, 2024 at 5:50 AM -
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Photo by Harry How/Getty Images Austin and Pausha also cover Darius Garland and the surging Cleveland Cavaliers and the surprising start for Cam Thomas and the Brooklyn...
November 7, 2024 at 3:50 PM -
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Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images The Warriors got it right this past offseason Justin, Rob, and Wos are back to play a game of believe it or not with...
November 7, 2024 at 3:50 PM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration The Warriors and Nuggets look legit (again), the Sixers' spiraling continues, and Zaccharie Risacher melts a Knicks fan's mind Welcome...
November 7, 2024 at 6:50 AM -
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Getty Images/AP Images/Ringer illustration Injuries have always been the excuse, but we may be nearing an uncomfortable reality with Zion Williamson. Even when healthy...
November 4, 2024 at 6:50 AM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration Some NBA teams are all in on the present, some are fully committed to the future, and some are the Oklahoma City Thunder. For the third...
October 31, 2024 at 5:50 AM -
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Photo by Kenny Giarla/NBAE via Getty Images Plus, talking about Joel Embiid's continued absence and the recently revealed Dwyane Wade statue Howard and Raja are back to...
October 29, 2024 at 1:50 PM -
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Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images Verno and Jacoby also discuss Ryan Dunn's defensive potential after the Suns handed the Lakers their first loss of the...
October 29, 2024 at 11:50 AM -
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Getty Images/AP Images/Ringer illustration Sample sizes be damned. From the Bucks being screwed to Jayson Tatum winning MVP, here are some way-too-early takes from the...
October 29, 2024 at 5:50 AM -
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Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images Austin and Pausha are back with a new segment, a discussion on the Dwyane Wade statue, a debate on the Lakers' chances at a...
October 28, 2024 at 1:50 PM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration Will Luka, Ant, or Shai win MVP? Can anyone challenge Victor Wembanyama for Defensive Player of the Year? Plus, one made-up award from...
October 23, 2024 at 3:50 AM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration Steve Kerr knows exactly what JJ Redick is in for. The numbers are less certain. Can the Lakers' new head coach thrive despite never...
October 22, 2024 at 8:50 AM -
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AP Images/Ringer illustration The NBA is back, and so are the takes. Here are our favorite players, Finals predictions, biggest zags, and fake trades to get you ready...
October 22, 2024 at 3:50 AM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration From a title prediction to a dream superstar trade, here's a pu pu platter of takes that will certainly age well At its onset, the NBA's...
October 21, 2024 at 3:50 AM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration These guys couldn't crack our list of the Top 100 Players in the NBA, but they'll nonetheless play a pivotal role in the season to come...
October 17, 2024 at 3:50 AM -
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Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images Bill, Russillo, and House make their annual picks for the win totals in each NBA division! In Part 1 of a three-part...
October 15, 2024 at 9:50 PM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration In an exclusive excerpt from 'Dream: The Life and Legacy of Hakeem Olajuwon,' Mirin Fader explores how soccer, handball, and Olajuwon's...
October 15, 2024 at 3:50 AM -
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Getty Images/AP Images/Ringer illustration Gearing up for the new NBA season? The 'Group Chat' podcast has you covered. Across six episodes and nearly nine total hours...
October 15, 2024 at 3:50 AM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration With about a week to go until the new season tips off, let's take a broad survey of the league by analyzing one key number that helps...
October 14, 2024 at 7:50 AM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration From Anthony Edwards's bravado to LeBron James's dad duties to Jimmy Butler's silly and very un-silly moments, 'Starting 5' paints a...
October 9, 2024 at 7:50 AM -
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Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images Justin, Rob, and Wos are back with Part 4 of their annual preseason power rankings, this time rankings teams 15-11 Justin, Rob...
October 7, 2024 at 4:50 PM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration Some teams are entering the 2024-25 NBA season with an unmistakable direction. Others … not so much. We sorted every franchise...
September 26, 2024 at 5:50 AM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration Few frothy rumors. No impending superstar trades. The league's transformation into a 12-month, transaction-fueled affair hit pause in...
September 20, 2024 at 3:50 AM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration The longtime NBA scoop king announced his retirement on Wednesday, capping a prolific career that reshaped the sports media industry in...
September 18, 2024 at 3:50 PM -
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Photo by Bart Young/NBAE via Getty Images Bill Simmons is joined by ESPN's Zach Lowe to discuss their biggest concerns for the 2024-25 NBA season, including Giannis's...
September 17, 2024 at 9:50 PM -
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Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images Verno and KOC open up the mailbag to talk about Jalen Brunson, the Pistons, and more Verno and KOC open up the mailbag to...
August 22, 2024 at 10:50 PM -
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Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images Verno and KOC react to the NBA schedule release and debate whether it's time for the NBA to move on from LeBron James and...
August 16, 2024 at 5:50 AM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration The Olympics proved LeBron is still (somehow) LeBron. But instead of gearing up for one more title run, Los Angeles appears content to...
August 15, 2024 at 5:50 AM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration How did Daryl Morey deliver Paul George to Philly? With a mix of bad fortune and good luck. "It almost was like sort of fate," Morey...
July 30, 2024 at 5:50 AM -
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Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images Logan and Howard discuss whether Joel Embiid needed to be on Team USA, touch on the lackluster offseason from the Lakers, answer...
July 25, 2024 at 2:50 PM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration We braved the heat, the crowds, and the chaotic basketball so that you wouldn't have to. Here are the players, moments, and scenes that...
July 22, 2024 at 7:50 AM -
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Getty Images/AP Images/Ringer illustration Reed Sheppard's across-the-board production, Stephon Castle's outsize impact, and the most interesting things we saw during...
July 15, 2024 at 7:50 AM -
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Photo by Candice Ward/Getty Images The guys also dive into some impressive performances from Reed Sheppard and Cam Whitmore Justin, Rob, and Wos are in Vegas for summer...
July 14, 2024 at 1:50 PM -
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Getty Images/AP Images/Ringer illustration Who could shine this year in Las Vegas? From the Risascher vs. Sarr showdown to the second-year players primed to break out...
July 11, 2024 at 5:50 AM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration Reports of the NBA offseason's death are greatly exaggerated. While everyone is pointing fingers at the second apron, they're missing...
July 9, 2024 at 5:50 AM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration The U.S. is sending a modern Dream Team to the Paris Olympics. Now it's up to Kerr to make it all fit, against a more competitive...
July 9, 2024 at 3:50 AM -
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Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images Justin, Rob, and Wos break down some confusing offseason moves Justin, Rob, and Wos look at what's going on with the most...
July 3, 2024 at 4:50 PM -
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AP Images/Ringer illustration So much for that pay cut. James will reportedly sign a two-year, $104 million contract with a player option and a no-trade clause. Does...
July 3, 2024 at 8:50 AM -
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AP Images/Ringer illustration From dream Lauri Markkanen trades to favorite under-the-radar deals, we analyze the most notable offseason moves so far and the potential...
July 3, 2024 at 6:50 AM -
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Photo by John Dorton/ISI Photos/USSF/Getty Images for USSF Bill and Van also talk about their hope for 'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F' The Ringer's Bill Simmons updates his...
July 2, 2024 at 9:50 PM -
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Getty Images/AP Images/Ringer illustration Life is good for the Thunder and Sixers. Not so much for the Nuggets and Bucks. Plus, thoughts on the chase for Lauri and the...
July 2, 2024 at 6:50 AM -
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Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images And later, Logan and Raja are joined by The Athletic's Sam Amick to discuss Paul George to the Sixers, potential Lakers targets, what...
July 1, 2024 at 3:50 PM -
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Photo by Bart Young/NBAE via Getty Images James intends to work out a new deal with L.A., and he's reportedly willing to take a pay cut. Can the Lakers make it worth his...
June 30, 2024 at 11:50 AM -
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Plus, Van and Rachel bring back Mailbag Time and answer some of your questions Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the show off with their reactions to the...
June 28, 2024 at 6:50 PM -
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Photo by Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images Tate Frazier is joined by Jovan Buha of The Athletic and Spectrum SportsNet to discuss the new-look Lakers The Ringer's Tate...
June 28, 2024 at 11:50 AM -
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Photo by Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images Russillo starts the pod with his thoughts on the Bronny James pick and the historical moment we'll get this season Russillo...
June 28, 2024 at 11:50 AM -
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AP Images/Ringer illustration What will Paul George do? Does Pat Riley have a trick up his (impeccable) sleeve? And can the Los Angeles Lakers give JJ Redick a team that...
June 28, 2024 at 6:50 AM -
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Photo by Evan Yu/NBAE via Getty Images Jason covers the Sky-Aces game, the Chicago Bulls' Matas Buzelis draft pick, Connor Bedard's Calder Trophy win, and much more The...
June 28, 2024 at 6:50 AM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration New rules are preventing the highest-spending teams from making moves. How will it affect the NBA? "We're already seeing it," says one...
June 28, 2024 at 5:50 AM -
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Photo by TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP via Getty Images Plus, the increasing value of international prospects Verno and KOC recap the 2024 NBA draft, as they discuss picks they...
June 28, 2024 at 4:50 AM -
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Photo by Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images KOC, J. Kyle Mann, and Tate Frazier are back to recap day two of the 2024 NBA draft! KOC, J. Kyle Mann, and Tate Frazier...
June 27, 2024 at 8:50 PM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration From the NBA's French Revolution to the Wolves-Spurs trade to all the surprising picks, we break down the most notable action from the...
June 27, 2024 at 6:50 AM -
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Photo by Steven Freeman/NBAE via Getty Images Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to react to the first round of the NBA draft In Part 1 of a two-part podcast, The...
June 26, 2024 at 9:50 PM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration What should the Atlanta Hawks do with the no. 1 pick? When will Bronny James hear his name called? Our experts weigh in on five of the...
June 26, 2024 at 5:50 AM -
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Getty Images/AP Photo/Ringer illustration UConn's freshman guard is projected to be a top pick, but not everyone is convinced he's a future All-Star. I spoke with Castle...
June 25, 2024 at 6:50 AM -
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Photo by Roy Rochlin/Getty Images for Empire State Realty Trust With the NBA draft this week, Verno and KOC dive into the latest draft news, including the uncertainty...
June 25, 2024 at 5:50 AM -
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Photo by Tim Heitman/Getty Images Bryan and Jason go over the upcoming debate, JJ Redick becoming the new Lakers head coach, how ESPN's first bid to Stephen A. Smith...
June 24, 2024 at 2:50 PM -
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AP Photo/Ringer illustration Draft night is shaping up to be full of surprises. What's the latest on the lottery? Plus, the Lakers' to-do list, the Josh Giddey trade...
June 24, 2024 at 6:50 AM -
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Photo by Evan Yu/NBAE via Getty Images Logan, Raja, and Howard also talk about the Alex Caruso–Josh Giddey trade and how it helps OKC Logan, Raja, and Howard are...
June 21, 2024 at 1:50 PM -
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Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images Tate talks to NCAA champion Kris Jenkins about "the shot" vs. North Carolina in the national title game, the "Villanova Knicks,"...
June 21, 2024 at 11:50 AM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration Which stars will change teams this summer? Which general manager faces the most perplexing decision? Our staff weighs in on those...
June 21, 2024 at 5:50 AM -
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Photo by Joshua Gateley/Getty Images The NBA offseason is officially underway, and Verno and KOC are here to cover it With the Finals now behind us, Verno and KOC dive...
June 21, 2024 at 5:50 AM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration Redick isn't the first to announce himself into a head-coaching position. But he added a modern twist as he ascended to the Lakers' head...
June 20, 2024 at 7:50 PM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration Los Angeles just hired a head coach with no experience, but the player turned podcaster might be the one putting more on the line by...
June 20, 2024 at 1:50 PM -
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Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images Russillo is joined by UConn head coach Dan Hurley to learn more about UConn's draft prospects and discuss the Lakers...
June 20, 2024 at 9:50 AM -
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Getty Images/Ringer illustration Bronny's agent opens up to The Ringer about how he approaches the draft. Plus, seven perfect prospect-team fits in this class. On...
June 20, 2024 at 7:50 AM -
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Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images Bill, Chris, and Rob give their thoughts on the NBA Finals and talk about which team could crash the playoff party next...
June 19, 2024 at 9:50 PM