The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to react to the Grizzlies trading away Desmond Bane to the Magic, potential Jaren Jackson Jr. and Ja Morant trades, and if this catapults Orlando as contenders in the East (03:04). Then, they delve into the best landing spots for Kevin Durant to be traded to (35:08). Finally, they recap Game 4 of the NBA F ... Show More
Jul 7
The Bleakest NBA Team Situations (Next 5 Years) With Ryen Russillo
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to react to the latest NBA free agency news (1:50). Then, they break down the teams with the worst roster situations in the East and the West (18:40). Finally, they discuss LeBron’s situation with the Lakers, Deandre Ayton, and ... Show More
1h 46m
Jul 2
Milwaukee’s Crazy and Other NBA Summer Takeaways With Rob Mahoney, Plus a Boston Sports Check-In With Bill’s Dad
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney to react to NBA free agency with major moves from the Bucks, Rockets, and Lakers (2:01). Then, they talk about the positive offseason for the Nuggets and the Hawks, before discussing the Pacers, Celtics, and Pistons (31:47). Afte ... Show More
1h 55m
Jun 30
The NBA Summer Movement Preview With Ryen Russillo
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss the upcoming NBA free agency, plus some big deals that already came from the Rockets and Timberwolves (2:07). Then, they talk about their favorite free agents, Yang Hansen, and the Collin Sexton trade (35:33). Finall ... Show More
2h 6m
Jun 9
All Tied Up in the NBA Finals: What Happened and What to Watch for in Game 3. Plus, Offseason News, Notes, and Fake Trades With Michael Pina.
Zach and Michael Pina discuss the 1-1 NBA Finals from the city of Game 3, Indianapolis (1:52). They talk about the keys to the Thunder's victory, what the Pacers can do to adjust, and much more. Then, with an eye toward the offseason, the pair discusses the Hawks' outlook (41:16) ... Show More
1h 18m
Dec 2024
The Depressing Lakers, Trae Vs. NY, and Our Loves and Loathes of the Week
Verno and Jacoby discuss Ja Morant’s ejection, Jonathan Kuminga’s performance in the Warriors win, and their excitement for the knockout stage of the NBA Cup next week (01:12). They then dive into the teams (11:20), players (31:40), and things (42:18) they loved and loathed this ... Show More
58m 31s
Jun 23
The Thunder Win in Seven: Their Place in History and a Look at Their Future. Plus, Haliburton’s Injury, Durant’s Trade, and More With Rob Mahoney.
Rob Mahoney joins Zach to discuss what the enduring memories of these Finals will be (1:55), including the unfortunate Tyrese Haliburton injury, the Thunder’s suffocating D, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's stellar play. Then, they look toward the future for the Thunder. How much be ... Show More
1h 46m