The Ringer NBA Show

Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann attempt to tackle the tanking problem around the league. Then they provide their initial thoughts on a handful of teams after the trade deadline.(00:00) Intro(0:58) Solving the tanking problem(31:39) First impressions after the trade deadline(41:15) Trade deadline ripple effectsHosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle MannProducers: Victoria Valencia and Isaiah BlakelyProduction Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor NevinsAdditional Production Support: John Richter and Chris WohlersSocial: Isaiah Blakely and Keith FujimotoThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What’s Poppin'? Now that the NBA trade deadline is over, Logan, Howard, and Raja look back at the teams who made moves. (0:00:00) Intro (1:17) Biggest winner of the trade deadline (6:27) James Harden to the Cavs (20:28) WTF award (21:07) Anthony Davis to the Wizards (31:42) Favorite sneaky-good deal (43:33) When Keeping it Real Goes Wrong Award (51:50) Bigger loser of the trade deadline (52:39) Did anything change the race? (54:50) Real One of the Week (56:20)Giannis stays in Milwaukee Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck Producers: Victoria Valencia and Brian H. Waters Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit⁠ ⁠⁠www.rg-help.com⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are here to give their reactions to a busy trade deadline day. They start with Giannis and Ja staying put before discussing the recent big trades of Ivica Zubac, James Harden, Darius Garland, Anthony Davis, and Jaren Jackson Jr. Then they touch on a handful of other trades that caught their eye. (00:00) Intro (3:08) No trades for Giannis and Ja (5:42) Zubac to the Pacers (17:15) Harden-Garland trade (25:39) FanDuel Ad break (26:30) Anthony Davis to the Wizards (44:40) Jaren Jackson Jr. to the Jazz (58:25) Other intriguing trades Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann Producers: Victoria Valencia and Isaiah Blakely Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers Social: Isaiah Blakely and Keith Fujimoto The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Real Ones crew reacts to Jaren Jackson Jr. moving to the Jazz and signaling the end of an era for Memphis. Then, Raja joins to dive into the wildest breakout stories of the week—including a drug-testing saga that immediately shoots to the top of the rankings—plus big questions around James Harden, Giannis, and the inevitable end-game conversations surrounding LeBron. (0:00:00) Intro (1:14) Jaren Jackson Jr. Trade (23:38) FanDuel ad break (25:20) James Harden Trade Request (54:12) Giannis  (1:03:57) Mailbag *Programming note: This episode was recorded before the Los Angeles Clippers traded James Harden to the Cleveland Cavaliers for Darius Garland and a second -round pick.* Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck Producers: Victoria Valencia and Steve Ahlman 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 are here to recap the Thunder’s impressive win over the Nuggets on Sunday. After that, they discuss the two trades that happened this weekend, with Vit Krejci going to the Trail Blazers and De'Andre Hunter getting sent to the Kings. Then, they follow up last show’s discussion about the most intriguing players at the deadline with the most intriguing teams at the deadline. (00:00) Intro (1:39) Thunder-Nuggets Recap (19:35) De'Andre Hunter-Keon Ellis Trade (31:10) Vit Krejci-Duop Reath Trade (43:41) Golden State Warriors (52:02) Detroit Pistons (1:02:05) Minnesota Timberwolves Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann Producers: Victoria Valencia and Isaiah Blakely Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers Social: Isaiah Blakely and Keith Fujimoto The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan Murdock and Raja Bell are back with another edition of Real Ones. On this episode, they explore a Giannis trade to every other team in the league. What would each team have to give up and will that make them an automatic contender? (1:48) Atlanta Hawks(8:33) Charlotte Hornets(17:20) Denver Nuggets(21:14) Detroit Pistons(23:59) Golden State Warriors(29:49) Houston Rockets(35:47) Los Angeles Lakers(37:30) Miami Heat(46:26) Phoenix Suns(50:44) San Antonio Spurs(53:47) Real One of the Week Hit the mailbag! realonesmailbag@gmail.comHosts: Logan Murdock and Raja BellProducers: Victoria Valencia and Clifford AugustinProduction Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out ⁠rg-help.com⁠ to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are back to take a look at the most intriguing players ahead of next week’s trade deadline. (00:00) Intro(2:22) Giannis Antetokounmpo(15:09) Michael Porter Jr.(27:19) Nic Claxton(34:20) Joel Embiid (43:02) Simone Fontecchio(46:59) Coby White(55:29) Robert Williams III Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann Producers: Victoria Valencia and Isaiah Blakely Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers Social: Isaiah Blakely and Keith Fujimoto The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.rg-help.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck react to the postponement of the Warriors-Timberwolves matchup following the death of Alex Pretti at the hands of federal agents in Minnesota on Saturday. (0:00:00) Intro (0:53) NBA World Reacts to Tragedy in Minnesota (37:20) Mailbag Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard BeckProducers: Victoria Valencia and Clifford AugustinProduction Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out ⁠rg-help.com⁠ to find out more. 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 discuss what is happening between the Lakers and LeBron James. They unpack the report that governor Jeanie Buss felt LeBron was unappreciative of what the Lakers have done for him. Is there troubling looming in New York? The Knicks held a players-only meeting, so Raja breaks down what goes on in players-only meetings. Plus, Real One of the Week! 0:00:00 Intro 0:55 Drama in Laker Land 27:37 Knicks players-only meeting 47:17 Real One of the Week 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 Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann discuss three teams that could be under some stress heading into the deadline. (00:00) Intro (6:46) Knicks (31:50) FanDuel ad break (32:41) Warriors (50:04) Cavaliers Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann Producers: Victoria Valencia and Isaiah Blakely Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers Social: Isaiah Blakely and Keith Fujimoto 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, and open with Warriors forward Jimmy Butler suffering a torn ACL Monday night against the Miami Heat. What’s the fallout for a Warriors team that was starting to mesh? Also, will this lead to Steph Curry searching for greener pastures outside of Golden State? Plus, the All-Star starters have been announced, which means Logan, Howard, and Raja have to pick the reserves. Who got snubbed from their lists? (0:00:00) Intro (1:05) Jimmy Butler out for season (40:42) Picking All-Star reserves 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 Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann reveal their All-Star ballot picks and break down the toughest decisions behind the process, from positional battles and league stipulations to international player considerations. They debate Jalen Brunson vs. Donovan Mitchell, spotlight rising and overlooked candidates like Jalen Johnson and Michael Porter Jr., and weigh Devin Booker’s case before ending with the big question: Will LeBron James make a late push into the All-Star race? (0:00:00) Intro (8:19) Eastern Conference picks (40:43) Western Conference picks (59:41) Devin Booker (1:12:53) Kawhi Leonard (1:19:32) LeBron James Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann Producers: Victoria Valencia and Devon Renaldo Production Supervision: Ben Cruz Social: Devon Renaldo and Keith Fujimoto The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan Murdock and Raja Bell are back with another Friday edition of Real Ones, starting off by discussing Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga demanding a trade. How does Steph Curry feel about the Warriors being in such disarray in the latter portion of his career? Then, Ja Morant was seen arguing with teammate Vince Williams Jr. at a shootaround prior to their game in Berlin, Germany. How quickly do the Grizzlies have to move on from Morant so this issue no longer will fester in the franchise? Plus, Real One of the Week! (0:00:00) Intro (1:30) Kuminga trade request (16:56) Ja Morant issues (33:20) Players being celebrated by franchises (45:39) Real One of the Week! Hit the mailbag! realonesmailbag@gmail.com Hosts: Raja Bell and Logan MurdockProducers: Victoria Valencia and Clifford Augustin The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out ⁠rg-help.com⁠ to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann check in on the West after the fourth installment of Spurs-Thunder and rank all of the teams in the Western Conference into tiers. (00:00) Intro (3:50) Spurs-Thunder (24:53:) Tier 1 (26:52) FanDuel ad break (34:46) Tiers 2 and 3(1:01:21) Bottom tiers Check out Rob's piece about the Spurs-Thunder rivalry here! Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann Audio Producer: Isaiah Blakely Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers Social: Isaiah Blakely and Keith Fujimoto| The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. theringer.com Wemby vs. the Machine The Spurs and Thunder have all the ingredients to become the next great NBA rivalry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LeBron’s Streak Ends. Plus, CP3’s Turbulent Ending With the Clippers.LeBron James’s 1,297-game streak of scoring in double digits has come to an end, but the Lakers came out on top with a victory over the Raptors thanks to a LeBron assist to Rui Hachimura. Raja Bell and Logan Murdock discuss whether this is the version of LeBron the Lakers need to be successful. After he was sent home by the Clippers, more has been revealed about why Chris Paul is no longer with the team. Were the Clippers out of line for the manner in which they released arguably the best player in their franchise's history? Plus, there's been an uptick in injuries to stars and games being missed by important players; does basketball have a problem with the way it's developing players? Plus, a pack watch for the ages! (0:00) Welcome (1:46) FanDuel ad break (2:29) What does the end of LeBron’s streak say about him? (18:42) Pop quiz: The last time LeBron scored under double digits (20:26) Amazon Prime ad break (20:59) Pack Watch with Jomi Adeniran (24:38) Chris Paul sent home: Fair or foul? (45:42) Is the NBA workload becoming too much? (1:07:37) Real One of the Week Hit the mailbag! realonesmailbag@gmail.com Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja BellProducers: Victoria Valencia and Clifford AugustinAdditional Production Support: Ben Cruz, Conor Nevins, and John Richter The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out ⁠rg-help.com⁠ to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Shopping. Streaming. Celebrating. It’s on Prime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

No J. Kyle Mann today, but Justin and Rob are joined by Chris Ryan for another edition of Name That Take! First, however, the guys discuss the news that recently broke about Chris Paul being sent home by the Clippers. They share their thoughts about the decision and what’s next for Paul in his final season. Then they play Name that Take!, where Rob and Chris are tasked with guessing Justin’s take about a certain team or player in as few hints as possible. (00:00) Intro(01:54) Chris Paul news(14:13) Boston Celtics(29:28) Giannis Antetokounmpo(47:56) Oklahoma City Thunder(58:31) Chicago Bulls Hosts: Justin Verrier and Rob MahoneyGuest: Chris RyanProducers: Ben Cruz, Isaiah Blakely, Victoria Valencia, and Jon JonesThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Shopping. Streaming. Celebrating. It’s on Prime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are back together, and they’re here to take a look at some of the most surprising teams from around the league. (00:00) Intro (3:23) FanDuel ad break (4:18) Lakers (20:52) Pistons (34:05) Hawks (46:54) Raptors (1:01:03) Suns https://www.theringer.com/2025/11/19/nba/lebron-james-return-injury-los-angeles-lakers-luka-doncic The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann Producers: Ben Cruz, Isaiah Blakely, and Victoria Valencia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spurs star Victor Wembanyama has been sidelined indefinitely due to a calf strain and will be reevaluated in two to three weeks. What does this mean for Victor, the Spurs, and injury concerns across the league? Deeeeetroit Basketballlll is back! The Pistons have won 10 straight, and that’s been with many key players sidelined. Have they cemented themselves as top dogs in the Eastern Conference? Should the NBA step in to protect players from fan interactions similar to the one Draymond Green had with a fan in New Orleans over the weekend? Plus, the mailbag! (0:00:00) Intro (2:15) FanDuel ad break (2:53) Victor Wembanyama’s calf strain (21:49) The Pistons' 10-game win streak (41:48) Draymond Green’s fan interaction (58:44) Mailbag! Hit the mailbag! realonesmailbag@gmail.com The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck Producers: Victoria Valencia and Clifford Augustin Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin starts today's show by talking to Nick Friedell from The Athletic. They talk about the up-and-down start to the season for the Warriors. They run through all of the major players and storylines that have made this such an interesting start for Golden State. Then, J. Kyle Mann joins Justin to talk about how the Rockets continue to roll after they defeated the Magic in overtime. Lastly, they wrap up with some NBA draft talk. The guys talk through some of their early thoughts on the top prospects in the draft. (00:00) Intro (1:14) FanDuel ad break (3:08) Warriors with Nick Friedell (45:58) FanDuel ad break (46:59) Rockets (1:06:40) Draft crash course (1:09:04) Darryn Peterson (1:15:27) AJ Dybansta (1:23:07) Cam Boozer (1:30:42) Mikel Brown Jr. (1:34:47) Caleb Wilson (1:38:39) Sleepers The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Justin Verrier and J. Kyle Mann Guest: Nick Friedell Producers: Ben Cruz, Isaiah Blakely, and Victoria Valencia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan Murdock and Raja Bell are back with another edition of Real Ones, taking a deep dive into the Western Conference hierarchy. Is it possible that the reigning champions, Oklahoma City Thunder, are even better than they were last season? Should they try to break the regular season win record? Are Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets on their heels? Plus, Steph Curry and Under Armour have decided to end their partnership. What does this mean for Steph’s brand moving forward? (0:00:00) Intro (1:08) FanDuel ad break (3:38) Are the Thunder primed to repeat as champions? (16:33) FanDuel ad break (19:30) Have the Nuggets closed the gap on the Thunder? (28:26) Can the Spurs grab the Western Conference crown this season? (36:59) What are the Rockets’ chances of winning the conference without a true point guard? (46:41) Will the Lakers be a realistic threat in the West once LeBron returns? (52:04) Brad Beal out for the season and the Clippers are free-falling. (55:37) Steph and Under Armour have split. (1:04:06) Real One of the Week! Hit the mailbag! realonesmailbag@gmail.com The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja BellProducers: Victoria Valencia and Clifford AugustinAdditional Production Support: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices