A big night for Jamal Murray continues the Denver Nuggets’ hot streak (3:07), the torrid Toronto Raptors add another loss to the Utah Jazz’s disappointing start (14:53), precarious teams face sink-or-swim developments (32:58), and draft prospects look to shine as the college basketball season kicks off (47:55).
Hosts: Chris Vernon, Kevin O’Connor
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Jul 31
Way-Too-Early 2027 NBA Player Awards | Ringer NBA Show
Howard Beck and Michael Pina have their way-too-early NBA player awards for the 2026-2027 season. Find out their jalapeño and reaper picks for Defensive Player of the Year, Sixth Man of the Year, Most Improved Player, Rookie of the Year, Coach of the Year, and Most Valuable Playe ... Show More
1h 35m
Jul 24
LeBron Is a Sixer! | Real Ones
That's right! LeBron James is headed to Philly and joining the Sixers on a two-year deal. Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck discuss the move, which is likely to be the last of his career. Why did LeBron choose Philly? How does he fit with the star-studded roster? What doe ... Show More
1h 8m
Jul 23
The 2026 Realys Awards | Real Ones
Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck put a bow on the 2025-26 NBA season with their sixth annual Realys Awards. Find out who wins the highly anticipated Real One of the Year award, who Raja crowns as the Raja Bell Memorial Defender of the Year, and much more! (00:00) Intro ( ... Show More
56m 16s
Nov 2022
A Loaded NBA Night, the Hot Jazz, and a Pelicans Debate
Verno and KOC open up the show discussing the Celtics-Grizzlies game and Jayson Tatum’s hot start to the season (02:42). After praising last night’s staggered start times in the NBA, they discuss the special bond that’s forming in Portland and dive into the Warriors' struggles. D ... Show More
1h 22m
Apr 2024
Lakers Collapse Again, Embiid Drops 50, Magic Dominate, and Game 3 Previews
Verno and KOC recap Thursday night’s slate of playoff basketball, starting with the Nuggets' 11th straight win over the Lakers (01:13). With the Lakers in an 0-3 hole again, the guys discuss what the future holds for LeBron James and the team. They next discuss how the Magic and ... Show More
1h 54m
Oct 2024
Nuggets on the Verge of Imploding, Paolo Drops 50, and D-Wade’s Statue, Plus: Overreactions, Surprises, and Who Should Be Panicking
Verno and Jacoby go through last night’s slate of games, including Paolo Banchero dropping 50 points against the Pacers, the Nuggets almost blowing it against the Raptors, and Ryan Dunn’s defensive potential after the Suns handed the Lakers their first loss of the season (01:52). ... Show More
1h 9m
Aug 2020
Murray Magic, Boston’s Ceiling, Harden’s Big Chance, and Parent Corner With Ryen Russillo
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss the stunning Jamal Murray performance that has forced a Nuggets-Jazz Game 7, NBA players’ strides in working toward social justice, the Mavericks’ playoff exit on a hopeful note for next season, Lakers Round 2 specul ... Show More
2h 14m
Apr 2024
Thrillers in Denver and New York, Plus Breaking Down Every NBA Playoff Series
Verno and KOC go through all the playoff matchups from Monday night, starting off with Jamal Murray’s game-winning shot to put the Nuggets up 2-0 over the Lakers (01:26). Next, they discuss how the Knicks were able to grind out a victory over Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and the Si ... Show More
1h 19m
Mar 2021
The Charlotte Hornets Are Taking the League by Swarm. Plus: Chris Paul’s Gas Tank Is Still Full and the Hawks Look Rejuvenated.
Verno and KOC go all the way around the league this Tuesday starting in sunny Miami where Jimmy Butler could be playing himself into the MVP conversation (0:30), and moving on to the team that’s taking the league by swarm, the Charlotte Hornets (6:00), and Atlanta’s comeback in t ... Show More
1h 24m
May 2021
Bucks Beat Down the Heat in Third Straight Win. Plus: Lakers and Nuggets Win Their Game 3s, and the Clippers Are Wretched
Verno and KOC get together after Thursday night’s slate of playoff games to discuss the Bucks’ beatdown of the Heat to go up 3-0 (0:30), the Lakers’ defeat of the overheated Suns to go up 2-1 (19:15), and the Nuggets’ victory over the Trail Blazers to go up 2-1 (37:36). Then they ... Show More
1h 29m
Jul 2024
What's Going on with the Raptors and Hornets, Banchero vs. Barnes, Bucks Update, and Westbrook to Denver
Zach and Seth Partnow discuss what the Raptors and Hornets are up to before weighing in on some offseason winners and losers. Then ESPN's Jamal Collier joins for the latest on the Bucks. Plus, Russell Westbrook is reportedly headed to Denver. Raptors (3:01) Banchero vs. Barnes (2 ... Show More
1h 39m
Mar 2020
Raptors Road Wins, Bucks Rest Day, ATL Double OT
Mo Dakhil and Wosny Lambre come together to recap a three-game night in the NBA. The guys discuss the Raptors latest road win over the Jazz, the Bucks deciding to rest everyone against the Nuggets, the Hawks and Hornets double-overtime battle and so much more. Get 40% off a subsc ... Show More
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