Best Good Vibe Squad Podcasts (2025)

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Denver Rides the Russ Roller Coaster, the Wolves Overwhelm the Lakers, and More Top-line Takeaways From Saturday’s Game 1s. | Group Chat 1:07:35

23h ago1:07:35

1:07:35

Justin, Rob, and Wos are here right after the first set of game 1s with their immediate reactions. They start by discussing Denver’s game 1 win in overtime against the Clippers (3:15). Then they talk about the Timberwolves impressive road win over the Lakers (23:55). Then the Knicks comeback victory at home over the Pistons (33:50) before wrapping …

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Full ‘Real Ones’ NBA Playoff Preview! Who Has the Most to Gain From Playoff Success? 1:21:59

2d ago1:21:59

1:21:59

The NBA playoffs will begin Saturday after Friday’s play-in games wrap up. Logan, Howard, and Raja give their thoughts and predictions for what will happen in the opening round. What does Nikola Jokic have to do to overcome a scorching hot Clippers team to avoid a first-round exit (2:46)? Are the Lakers true title contenders? Can Anthony Edwards ta…

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Playoff Verrierables: East and West Previews, the Looming Offseason, and More | Group Chat 1:40:07

3d ago1:40:07

1:40:07

Justin, Rob, and Wos are here to give their instant reactions to the Bulls-Heat and Kings-Mavs play-in games. Then, they preview the rest of the playoffs with another edition of the Verrierables (21:40). They take a look at some of the biggest storylines from each conference and give predictions for each first-round series. The Ringer is committed …

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Blood and Thunder 58:53

5d ago58:53

58:53

The Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the regular season and now enter the playoffs as one of the favorites to win the West thanks to MVP candidate Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. For nearly two decades, the Thunder have been one of the unlikeliest success stories in NBA history. In the win-now-at-all-costs superteam era, the Thunder have prioritized buildi…

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Could the Warriors See a Complete Overhaul With Early Exit? Plus, the Phoenix Dysfunction. 1:11:23

6d ago1:11:23

1:11:23

Logan and Raja open the pod with the mess that is the Phoenix Suns (1:50). What led to coach Mike Budenholzer’s firing, and where will Kevin Durant end up this offseason? The Pelicans fired head of basketball ops David Griffin after another injury-ridden, disappointing season (25:22). Should he be at fault for Zion Williamson’s shortcomings as a fr…

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Finale Fallout: Best First-Round Series, Play-in Preview and the First Annual Chattie Awards. | Group Chat 1:31:58

6d ago1:31:58

1:31:58

Justin, Rob, and Wos are here with an action-packed show starting with some of the news around the NBA, including the Suns firing Mike Budenholzer and the Pelicans firing David Griffin. Then, they talk about playoff matchups and preview the play-in games for both conferences. After that, Rob and Wos are tasked with figuring out whether certain name…

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Making Sense of Michael Malone’s Firing. Plus, Western Conference Carousel Trust Meter 1:03:05

10d ago1:03:05

1:03:05

Following the shocking firing of Nuggets head coach Michael Malone and general manager Calvin Booth, Logan Murdock and Howard Beck try to make sense of it all. How long has the tension been building between Malone, Booth, and the Nuggets brass (1:20)? What happened since the championship run the Nuggets had just two years ago to now that caused all…

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Luka Gets Revenge in Dallas. Plus, an In-Depth MVP Debate and Individual Awards Picks. | Group Chat 1:26:30

10d ago1:26:30

1:26:30

Justin, Rob, and Wos are back to hand out individual awards. But first, Rob was in Dallas for the Lakers-Mavs game, so they get his thoughts on Luka’s impressive return to Dallas and what that environment was like. Then the guys reveal their ballots for MVP (15:15), Defensive Player of the Year (43:55), Coach of the Year (53:50), Most Improved Play…

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Nuggets Fire Michael Malone and Calvin Booth Days Before the Playoffs. Plus, Tim MacMahon Discusses His New Book, ‘The Wonder Boy.’ 1:35:12

12d ago1:35:12

1:35:12

In another surprising firing, with roughly a week to go before the playoffs begin, the Denver Nuggets have relieved both head coach Michael Malone and general manager Calvin Booth of their duties. Logan, Howard Beck, and Raja Bell react to the news and the timing of the firings (1:22). Does firing Malone now give the Nuggets an advantage heading in…

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Team Awards Picks: All-NBA, All-Defensive, All-Rookie | Group Chat 1:20:00

13d ago1:20:00

1:20:00

Justin, Rob and Wos are here to usher in awards season, starting with the team awards. The guys make their selections for the All-NBA (5:40), All-Defensive (54:30), and All-Rookie teams (1:07:30). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Justin Verr…

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Warriors Outlast Lakers. Plus, Ja Morant Controversy Continues. 1:06:26

16d ago1:06:26

1:06:26

The Warriors defeated the Lakers Thursday night thanks to Steph Curry dropping 37 and Brandin Podziemski hitting eight 3s. Logan and Raja discuss what this means for both teams and whether they are championship contenders (5:30). Ja Morant was fined $75k for finger gun pointing gestures.—how will his reputation affect his career and image (19:04)? …

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Cavs Pod! Why Cleveland Is Our Team of the Season. Plus, a Sit-Down With Jarrett Allen. | Group Chat 1:36:29

18d ago1:36:29

1:36:29

Justin, Rob, and Wos are here to talk about their team of the season, the Cleveland Cavaliers! They dive deep into the five reasons why this team was such a success. Then they discuss how the team got made, what-ifs, and any trends the Cavs showed that teams will try to replicate. Finally, they hand out some superlatives, including team MVP, best m…

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Grizzlies Conceding Their Season? Plus, Pistons-Wolves Scuffle of the Year! | Real Ones 1:18:11

19d ago1:18:11

1:18:11

Logan, Raja, and Howard mf’in Beck are back with another Real Ones, and they start the pod off with the Pistons-Wolves scuffle that broke out over the weekend. Was the fight something to be concerned about, or was it overblown (01:48)? Will the suspensions of Isaiah Stewart, Ron Holland II, and Marcus Sasser affect the Pistons' playoff seeding? Wha…

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Is the Ja Morant Era Coming to a Close in Memphis? Plus, Which Recent Trends Are March Mirages? | Group Chat 1:12:58

21d ago1:12:58

1:12:58

Justin, Rob, and Wos are back to discuss the Grizzlies firing Taylor Jenkins. Then they discuss some March trends and decide whether the trends are real or a March mirage. They talk about the Bulls (27:27), Austin Reaves and the Lakers (45:15), and the Timberwolves' resurgence (53:40). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producers:…

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Rasheed Wallace on Detroit Basketball Revival and Jokic’s Impact. Plus, NCAA Women’s Tourney With Seerat Sohi 1:43:25

23d ago1:43:25

1:43:25

NBA champion and Philly hoops legend Rasheed Wallace returns to Real Ones to discuss Detroit Basketball finally playing competitively again (5:05). The Memphis Grizzlies shockingly parted ways with Taylor Jenkins on Friday. Rasheed and Raja react to Jenkins getting fired so close to the playoffs (25:29). Is Nikola Jokic having the same impact on th…

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Say One Nice Thing About the West’s Bottom Six | Group Chat 1:21:06

25d ago1:21:06

1:21:06

No Wos today, so Justin and Rob are here to give their thoughts on the bottom of the Western Conference in their annual exercise of finding one nice thing to say about the worst teams in the West: Suns (8:25) Mavs (18:51) Trail Blazers (32:55) Spurs (50:32) Pelicans (58:56) Jazz (1:08:23) Hosts: Justin Verrier and Rob Mahoney Producers: Isaiah Blak…

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Did the Mavericks Make Another Mistake? Plus, No Crown for the Kings. | Real Ones 1:20:44

26d ago1:20:44

1:20:44

Logan and Howard mf’in Beck are joined by Sam Amick of The Athletic to discuss the Mavericks' recent decisions and the Kings' continuing spiral. Anthony Davis returned for the Mavericks' game against the Nets Monday night in Brooklyn, but should they have just kept him out due to the plethora of other injuries on the team and their standing in the …

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Sizing Up the Most Crucial Playoff Races Left on the Board | Group Chat 1:12:51

28d ago1:12:51

1:12:51

Justin and Wos are joined by Michael Pina, who just wrote about this final stretch of the NBA season, to discuss the close playoff and play-in races, mostly in the Western Conference. They also talk a little bit about the fourth- to sixth-place race in the Eastern Conference. Hosts: Justin Verrier and Wosny Lambre Guest: Michael Pina Producers: Isa…

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The Celtics Sale, a Cavs Vibe Check, and March Basketball | Real Ones 54:43

1M ago54:43

54:43

Logan and Howard bring the Friday vibes, starting with Bill Chisholm buying the Boston Celtics. They discuss Howard’s piece about the sale and what are the best- and worst-case scenarios for the Celtics moving forward (2:00). Then they discuss the Cavs' struggles on this West Coast trip and whether it means anything or not (25:25). Lastly, they dis…

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Say One Nice Thing About the East’s Bottom Five | Group Chat 1:01:12

1M ago1:01:12

1:01:12

Justin, Rob and Wos are back to talk about the bottom the Eastern Conference in their annual exercise of finding one nice thing to say about worst five teams in the East: Wizards: (5:20) Hornets: (16:36) Sixers: (25:10) Nets: (35:24) Raptors: (45:35) Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, Wosny Lambre Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Ben Cruz Social: Kei…

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Jokic and Murray Sit Out the Nuggets' Dub Against the Warriors. Plus, Who’s Down Bad? | Real Ones 1:07:29

1M ago1:07:29

1:07:29

Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray sat out the Nuggets' victory over the Warriors Monday night, but is the reason for the stars sitting out plausible (1:14)? Speaking of Jokic, is he in the lead over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for the MVP (19:42)? Who’s down bad?! Should the Suns look to trade Devin Booker in the offseason (25:40)? Is there any hope for th…

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A March Madness Primer for NBA Fans | Group Chat 1:15:28

1M ago1:15:28

1:15:28

No Justin this week, so Rob and Wos are joined by J. Kyle Mann. Kyle walks the guys through some of the best NBA prospects in March Madness, what to make of Rutgers’s star duo, and much more. Hosts: Rob Mahoney and Wosny Lambre Guest: J. Kyle Mann Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Ben Cruz Social: Keith Fujimoto The Ringer is committed to responsible g…

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Steph Hits 4K! Plus, Are We Headed for an OKC-Boston Finals Matchup? | Real Ones 58:52

1M ago58:52

58:52

Warriors G Steph Curry hit 4,000 career 3s on Thursday night. Logan and Raja reflect on his career milestone (1:58). How dangerous are the Warriors? They’ve been hot since acquiring Jimmy Butler (6:49). Are the Thunder far and away better than the other teams in the West (22:20)? What would give you pause about the Boston Celtics (27:20)? The Ringe…

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Is OKC Inevitable? Plus, Swing Factors for Top Contenders and Take Forgiveness Day. | Group Chat 1:07:47

1M ago1:07:47

1:07:47

Justin, Rob, and Wos are back together to discuss the potential NBA Finals preview between the Thunder and the Celtics on Wednesday night. They discuss their takeaways even though both teams missed key contributors, who they’d pick if Boston and OKC meet in the Finals, and more. They then move on to discussing what the swing factors are for the top…

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Ben Stiller on Lifelong Knicks Fandom and 'Severance'! | Real Ones 1:42:33

1M ago1:42:33

1:42:33

Movie star and filmmaker Ben Stiller joined Logan, Howard, and Raja to discuss all things Knicks and his decorated film career. How does Ben feel about the Knicks season thus far, and how far will the team go in the playoffs (2:49)? Has he ever gotten into it with opposing team players from the sidelines (19:44)? Where did Ben’s Knicks fandom come …

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The White American Draft | Group Chat 1:05:11

1M ago1:05:11

1:05:11

Justin and Wos are joined by producer Isaiah Blakely, who is filling in for Rob this week, for the second edition of the White American Draft. This time, each person is allowed two European players. The guys fill out a 10-man rotation and discuss each pick. Hosts: Justin Verrier and Wosny Lambre Guest: Isaiah Blakely Producers: Isaiah Blakely and B…

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LeBron Defends Bronny—and Are the Warriors Just Scratching the Surface? | Real Ones 1:05:41

1M ago1:05:41

1:05:41

On this Friday edition of ‘Real Ones,’ Logan and Raja open the pod by discussing LeBron's confrontation with Stephen A. Smith after the Lakers defeated the Knicks in OT on Thursday night (1:07). Was LeBron in the wrong for walking up to Stephen A. in defense of Bronny? The confrontation overshadowed what was a great basketball game. Has the Knicks’…

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Future Power Rankings | Group Chat 1:06:31

2M ago1:06:31

1:06:31

Justin, Rob, and Wos follow up their No-Power Rankings pod with the Future Power Rankings discussion. This time, they're ranking the best situations in the NBA from this point onward, excluding the Thunder, Celtics, and Cavs. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Ben Cruz Social: Keith Fujimoto This epis…

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'Celtics City' and the History of an Iconic Franchise. Plus, Director Lauren Stowell on Telling the Story of the Boston Celtics. 1:40:48

2M ago1:40:48

1:40:48

The Ringer’s Michael Pina and Howard Beck sit down to give their thoughts on the new nine-part documentary series, 'Celtics City,' on HBO. They discuss how their perspectives were shaped after the documentary, what Celtics season they would’ve liked to have covered, whether their opinion on anyone changed, and much more. Then, Wosny Lambre sits dow…

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Kyrie Irving’s Unfortunate Injury. Plus, LeBron, Luka, and Lakers Keep Rising in the Standings. | Real Ones 57:20

2M ago57:20

57:20

Logan Murdock, Howard Beck, and Raja Bell start the pod with the unfortunate season-ending injury news for All-Star guard Kyrie Irving (0:21). Irving’s injury adds to the long list of Mavs players that have been sidelined throughout the season, including Anthony Davis (who was traded for Luka Doncic). Just how catastrophic has this season been for …

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The Murky Future of Joel Embiid and the Sixers. Plus, No-Power Rankings. | Group Chat 1:20:11

2M ago1:20:11

1:20:11

Justin, Rob, and Wos kick off the week discussing what’s next for the Philadelphia 76ers and Joel Embiid after the latter’s season was ended due to a knee injury (2:31), and talk out whether or not the Sixers should enter full tank mode. Then, the guys go through their latest edition of the No-Power Rankings and figure out which teams currently hav…

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Anthony Edwards's Technical Difficulties. Plus, Paul George Puts the Pod Down. | Real Ones 1:06:45

2M ago1:06:45

1:06:45

Anthony Edwards received his 16th technical foul and was ejected during the Timberwolves' matchup against the Lakers Thursday night. Ant will now serve the mandatory one-game suspension for receiving his 16th tech. Former teammate Austin Rivers joins Logan and Raja to discuss how receiving so many technicals can affect his image and what steps Ant-…

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Redraftapalooza: Reselecting the Top Five Picks of the Past Five Drafts | Group Chat 1:41:00

2M ago1:41:00

1:41:00

Justin, Rob, and Wos go through the past five years of the NBA draft and reselect the top five picks! 2020 (03:37) 2021 (18:32) 2022 (47:35) 2023 (65:40) 2024 (79:34) Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producer: Eduardo Ocampo Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad…

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The Knicks Aren't Beating the Allegations. Plus, the Sixers Should Go All In on Capturing the Flagg. | Real Ones 1:20:32

2M ago1:20:32

1:20:32

Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck discuss the Knicks falling to the Cavs and the Celtics in embarrassing fashion over the weekend (7:08). Can the Knicks realistically compete with top-notch competition, or should they be content with possibly reaching another 50-win season? The Sixers have been a complete dumpster fire since the start of th…

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Deciphering the NBA’s New Deadline-Disrupted World Order | Group Chat 1:23:37

2M ago1:23:37

1:23:37

Justin, Rob, and Wos kick off the week by looking to answer five big questions heading into the NBA season’s stretch run: What’s the Lakers’ ceiling this season? (2:44) Can Jimmy Butler’s face-melting dark arts work in the Western Conference? (20:41) Are we sure the Knicks are the third-best team in the East? (35:40) With Wemby now ineligible, who …

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Wemby Out for Season, the Good and Bad of All-Star Weekend, and Is Expansion a Risky Idea for the NBA? | Real Ones 1:12:03

2M ago1:12:03

1:12:03

Logan, Raja, and Howard start off with the news that Victor Wembanyama will be ruled out for the remainder of the season (01:16). Then, Howard goes on a legendary rant about aggregators (09:07), their personal experience at All-Star Weekend (25:11), and their thoughts on the new format as well as the event as a whole (32:39). After, they discuss Lu…

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The NBA Expansion Draft With J. Kyle Mann. Plus, the Spurs Shut Down Wemby. | Group Chat 1:22:56

2M ago1:22:56

1:22:56

Justin, Rob, and Wos are joined by J. Kyle Mann and start with the news that broke right before the show: Victor Wembanyama will be out for the season (5:00). Later, with Expansion Week happening at The Ringer, the guys decide to do an NBA Expansion Draft (10:38). Justin and Kyle are the GMs of the first expansion team in Seattle, while Rob and Wos…

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#140 - Empowering Women in Male-Dominated Fields with Cathy Christen 43:25

2M ago43:25

43:25

Send us a text In this powerful episode of Ladies Kickin' Ass, host Tanya Wilson sits down with Cathy Christen, a dynamic entrepreneur, best-selling author, and coach, to discuss how women can thrive in male-dominated industries. Cathy shares her journey of creating GoBundance, a network for women focused on mentorship, business growth, and persona…

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Real Ones Live From All-Star Weekend! 1:30:54

2M ago1:30:54

1:30:54

Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard M’fin Beck are live from the Punchline in San Francisco during All-Star Weekend (presented by State Farm)! The guys discuss the true contenders from both the Western and Eastern Conference. Will this All-Star weekend be successful with the new ASG format? Plus, Raja dissects if AAU is affecting the NBA product a…

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Mailbag: Ingram Extension, Russ for MIP, All-NBA in 2030, and Much More | Group Chat 1:23:35

2M ago1:23:35

1:23:35

With no Justin for this episode, Rob and Wos open up the listener mailbag! They start by giving their thoughts on the Brandon Ingram extension (5:41) before answering your questions about the Warriors (15:25), the Sixers' disastrous season (26:07), Russell Westbrook for Most Improved Player (37:51), who makes first-team All-NBA in 2030 (43:55), and…

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Luka Debuts for the Lakers! Plus, Checking in on Other Trade Deadline Acquisitions. | Real Ones 2:10:11

2M ago2:10:11

2:10:11

Logan, Raja, and Howard get right into Luka Doncic’s debut as a Laker. How will the new-look Lakers pan out with Luka and LeBron, and how far can they go in the Western Conference (01:42)? Whose team is it between LeBron and Luka, and how can the team balance satisfying both stars' needs (16:49)? Jimmy Butler has looked solid in his first two games…

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The Luka Trade Aftershocks Keep Coming. Plus, the Most Intriguing Post-Deadline Questions. | Group Chat 1:17:59

2M ago1:17:59

1:17:59

Justin, Rob, and Wos are here to discuss the latest news coming out of the Luka trade and the Mark Williams trade being rescinded (18:52). Then they each bring two questions they have after the trade deadline (29:33). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines availabl…

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The Biggest Questions After the Trade Deadline | Group Chat 1:11:55

2M ago1:11:55

1:11:55

Justin, Rob, and Wos get together to discuss some of the biggest questions we now now that the trade deadline is past. They discuss some of the more curious trades (3:40), who’s the most down bad (22:41), Jimmy Butler to GSW (40:41), Mark Williams to the Lakers (47:22), and more. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producer: Isaiah…

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Jimmy Butler to the Warriors, and Lakers Get a New Center. Plus, Winners and Losers From the Trade Deadline. | Real Ones 1:19:25

2M ago1:19:25

1:19:25

Logan, Raja, and Howard start their trade deadline recap by discussing the Jimmy Butler trade and whether this was the right move for the Warriors (1:55). Then they discuss the Lakers getting Mark Williams from Charlotte (32:27) and De’Aaron Fox’s first game as a Spur (37:30). Then they pick out some winners and losers (45:32) and wrap up with thei…

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Trying to Understand the Luka Doncic Trade Three Days Later | Real Ones 1:24:19

3M ago1:24:19

1:24:19

Logan, Raja, and Howard are still trying to process the trade that shocked the world. Where were the guys when they found out, and how shocked were they (1:42)? Just how concerned were the Mavs about Luka behind the scenes to warrant the trade (14:59)? How should LeBron feel about the move (40:36)? What can the Warriors do at the deadline to put a …

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De’Aaron Fox Becomes Wemby’s Numéro Deux. Plus, Trying to Find the Logic in the Luka Doncic Deal. | Group Chat 1:19:12

3M ago1:19:12

1:19:12

Justin, Rob, and Wos are back to give their thoughts on De’Aaron Fox getting traded to the Spurs and Zach LaVine getting sent to the Kings (3:50). They give their thoughts on each side of the trade. Then they take a look at the Luka Doncic–Anthony Davis trade. Wos gives his initial thoughts, and then they discuss the news that’s come out since the …

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Instant Reaction to the Luka Doncic–Anthony Davis Trade 44:15

3M ago44:15

44:15

Logan Murdock and Justin Verrier are here to give their immediate reactions to the Dallas Mavericks trading Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis in a three-team deal. They begin with their initial thoughts on the deal and then they get into how this affects the Lakers this year and beyond, what this says about the Dallas front of…

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Who Got Snubbed From the All-Star Game? Plus, Should the NBA Have 10-Minute Quarters? | Real Ones 52:19

3M ago52:19

52:19

It’s Friday, and Logan and Raja start the show off by discussing the biggest All-Star snubs from the East (2:45) and West (9:23). Then they discuss Adam Silver’s idea of potentially having 10-minute quarters (13:30). They wrap up on Zion talking about not playing back-to-backs (22:26), the most recent De’Aaron Fox trade news (29:04), and their Real…

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The De’Aaron Fox Derby, Jimmy Butler’s Best Options, and More Pressing Trade Deadline Questions | Group Chat 1:02:50

3M ago1:02:50

1:02:50

Justin, Rob, and Wos answer the biggest questions ahead of next week’s trade deadline. They take a look at suitors for De’Aaron Fox (6:05), Jimmy Butler, and Zach Lavine (30:35). They also predict which team makes a surprising move (45:42), and who doesn’t make a move but should’ve (47:31). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visi…

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Jimmy Butler–Heat Drama Continues. Plus, Predicting All-Star Game Reserves. | Real Ones 1:14:18

3M ago1:14:18

1:14:18

Heat guard/forward Jimmy Butler has been suspended yet again by the team after leaving a shootaround. Logan, Raja, and Howard Beck open the pod with a lengthy discussion on how Jimmy’s latest plea to be traded to another team could affect his career (1:12). Jalen Williams of the Oklahoma City Thunder believes there should be three All-Defensive tea…

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