logo
episode-header-image
Dec 2024
1h 46m

The NBA’s Danger Cycle, Plus Usyk Is Inv...

The Ringer
About this episode

The Ringer's Bill Simmons shares his thoughts on the Bucks winning the NBA Cup before recalling all the instances in NBA history when the league was considered to be "in trouble" (2:13). Then, Bill is joined by Chris Mannix of SI and NBC Sports to discuss Jimmy Butler trade buzz and possible suitors (29:14), before discussing the upcoming Usyk-Fury fight and a February 2025 boxing "super card" (49:25). Next, Bill talks with Chris Ryan about Timothée Chalamet's performance as Bob Dylan in 'A Complete Unknown', his credible sports knowledge, and extend an open BS Pod invitation (1:09:20) before discussing their new favorite show, Taylor Sheridan's 'Landman' [SPOILERS] (1:19:28).



Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Chris Ryan and Chris Mannix

Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti



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

Up next
Aug 22
The "My Guy" Fantasy Football Draft (4th Annual!) With Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck for their annual "My Guy" Fantasy Football Draft (1:49). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo The Ringer is commit ... Show More
2h 3m
Aug 14
NFL Preseason Hype Buy or Sell. Plus, Spike Lee on Basketball and Movies | With Danny Kelly
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Danny Kelly of The Ringer Fantasy Football Show to discuss the preseason NFL hype (2:54). Then, Spike Lee joins to talk Knicks; Denzel Washington; his new film, ‘Highest 2 Lowest’; and much more (01:02:09)! Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Danny K ... Show More
2h 25m
Aug 12
The UFC Cashes In, Plus a Truly Riveting 1990s Cowboys Documentary With Ariel Helwani, Cousin Sal, and Bryan Curtis
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ariel Helwani to react to the news of UFC landing a blockbuster streaming deal with Paramount and discuss what it means for the fans, the fighters, and the company (3:01). Then, Bryan Curtis and Cousin Sal join to talk about the new Cowboys ... Show More
1h 41m
Recommended Episodes
Jun 14
Shai Saves the Thunder, and the NBA Finals Are Now 2-2: All the Drama in the NBA With Bill Simmons.
After a riveting Game 4 of the NBA Finals in Indianapolis, Bill Simmons joins Zach to break it all down (1:52): Did tonight’s game decide the NBA title? They discuss Shai’s stellar MVP performance (16:51) and adjustments from both teams as it’s now a best-of-three for the champio ... Show More
1h 28m
Feb 2025
Anthony Edwards's Technical Difficulties. Plus, Paul George Puts the Pod Down. | Real Ones
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 ... Show More
1h 6m
Jun 2024
Celtics-Mavs NBA Finals Preview | Real Ones
Logan, Raja, and Howard preview the upcoming NBA Finals matchup between the Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks, debate who has the most to gain from winning the title, discuss how this series can swing the reputations of specific players, make predictions, and much more (2:00). ... Show More
57m 34s
Jun 2023
PMS 2.0 924 - Stephen A. Smith, Ian Rapoport, Sal Capaccio, Richard Jefferson, Pacman Jones LIVE In The ThunderDome, & AJ Hawk
On today’s show, Pat, Pacman Jones, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the Denver Nuggets winning their first NBA Title, the Joker being awarded Finals MVP and seemingly not caring about anything other than going home, the breaking news that there might be a little drama in Buffalo ... Show More
3h 13m
Jan 2025
Logan Is Back!! Shai vs. Jokic for MVP, Plus What’s Next for Brad Beal and the Suns? | Real Ones
Logan finally makes his return from paternity leave, and Howard quizzes him on what’s been happening during this NBA season (15:41). The MVP race has been tight, but who truly deserves it (22:58)? An NBA All-Star revelation leads to a spirited discussion on whether the league is ... Show More
1h 18m
Jun 2024
PMS 2.0 1146 - Mike Greenberg, US Open Preview with Chris "Soly" Solomon of No Laying Up, Brian Windhorst, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk
On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat tonight’s NBA Finals Game 3, pay homage to NBA Legend, the Logo, Jerry West who passed away today at 86, chat more about the budding controversy around the Jets with Aaron Rodgers not being at mandatory minicamp, and ... Show More
2h 45m
May 2024
Why the Magic Are Actually Ahead of Schedule and a Knicks-Pacers Preview. Plus, Can Anthony Edwards Be the Best Player in the NBA? | Real Ones
Logan, Raja, and Howard discuss the somewhat anticlimactic Game 7 between Orlando and Cleveland, what the series highlighted about both teams, and how the Magic can take the next step (1:03). Next, they preview the upcoming Knicks-Pacers matchup and what each team needs to do to ... Show More
1h 17m
Nov 2024
Giannis Trade Rumors Brewing! Plus, Joe Mazzulla Wants … Fighting? | Real Ones
Howard Beck and Raja Bell fire up the mics with ‘Ringer’ senior NBA writer Michael Pina to kick off the show by discussing the current disaster that is the Milwaukee Bucks and how other teams are preparing for a potential Giannis trade demand (6:45). Then, they get into Michael P ... Show More
53m 37s
Jun 2023
PMS 2.0 928 - US Open Recap, Shams Charania, Ian Rapoport, Chris Paul, & AJ Hawk
On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about an incredible US Open that saw Wyndham Clark hold on for an amazing victory, why some people didn’t enjoy LACC, all the amazing stories that came out of the weekend, Father’s Day weekend as a whole, Jack Jones getting arreste ... Show More
3 h
Jun 2024
Group Chat Live: Finals Ripple Effects, Offseason Superlatives, and the Most Intriguing Teams In the NBA Draft
Justin, Rob, and Wos are live from the El Rey Theater in Los Angeles to kick off the Ringer Residency! They start the show by discussing the Celtics' NBA Finals victory, Joe Mazzulla's status as a coach, and debate who’s going to be the Jrue Holiday of this offseason (01:30). Nex ... Show More
1h 34m