SLOP + Suns by the Numbers

We talk about the looming Bradley Beal buyout, waive, and stretch and what it would unlock for the Suns. We also talk about the rookie introduction, Brian Gregory, Summer League, and more! 

The second round was a SUCCESS. We talk through it. 

Haize talks about why this NBA offseason is shaping up to be an interesting one.Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/nbacentralGet at us:Email: NBACentralShow@gmail.comTwitter: @CEOHaizePhone: ‪(773) 270-2799‬ 

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the impact of the Lauri Markkanen extension on the future of the Jazz, how they plan on moving forward, what missing out on Lauri means for the Warriors and where Golden State goes from here. Plus, a wild g ... Show More

Just after the Heat beat the Grizzlies in the nail-biting NBA summer league championship game (0:58), KOC and Verno convene to talk about the standout players from Vegas this summer (8:26). Then they talk about the rumors flying around that Russell Westbrook will sign with the De ... Show More

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's draft expert Jonathan Givony to preview what we need to know ahead of the NBA Draft this week. Then, ESPN’s Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon talk why we need to pay more attention to Houston, before breaking down the Josh Giddey trade and if OKC h ... Show More

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to share their thoughts on the NBA offseason thus far. They discuss DeMar DeRozan winding up with the Kings (3:00), what will happen with Lauri Markkanen (19:54), and the Sixers signing Paul George (48:32). Plus, Ceruti joins t ... Show More

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to preview Game 6 of the NBA Finals between the Indiana Pacers and OKC Thunder. The guys break down the amazing play of the Thunder’s young core including Jalen Williams & SGA ascending to historic levels and the p ... Show More

Shannon Sharpe and Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson react to The Athletic dropping an article today about the Mavs wanting Luka to use injury time off to improve conditioning. Later, Unc and Ocho discuss Phoenix Suns Kevin Durant suggesting to “cancel All-Star weekend” and give the playe ... Show More

Trae Young, a 3x NBA All-Star, dropped by Podcast P to discuss being compared to Steph Curry coming into the league, his time playing with DeJounte Murray, and whether he still feels underrated by folks in the league. Paul George and Trae also talked about Steve Kerr’s coaching s ... Show More

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo and Zach Lowe to react to the Thunder winning the 2025 NBA championship, and Tyrese Haliburton’s injury (2:35). Then, they talk about the Eastern Conference next season and possible trades around the league before discussing SG ... Show More

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to preview everything you need to know about the basketball tournament at the 2024 Paris Olympics including who could possibly take down Team USA and which group is the toughest to survive. Plus, some interesting c ... Show More