Verno and KOC are back analyzing the Stan Van Gundy hire in New Orleans (1:20) and answering your mailbag questions about the draft, offseason team building, card collecting, and more (9:45).
Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor
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Jayson Tatum Returns, Red-Hot Hornets, and Kerr vs. Kuminga | Real Ones
Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck are back with another edition of Real Ones and discuss the return of Celtics All-NBA forward Jayson Tatum. Is it too soon for him to return? Could Tatum mess up the chemistry of a Celtics team that currently holds the second spot in the E ... Show More
1h 19m
Aug 2023
AD’s New Bag, Paolo Vs. Melo, and Is This the Hawks' Last Chance With Trae?
Verno and KOC react to Anthony Davis’s historic contract extension and explain why this was the right move for both AD and the Lakers (01:37). Also, the guys continue to answer your mailbag questions! This week features questions on Cade Cunningham, Jeremy Sochan, parenting, and ... Show More
1h 4m
Aug 2023
The Summer 'Mismatch' Mailbag: Hyped Teams, Timberwolves' Future, and Perfect Movies
As the news cycle slows down, Verno and KOC open up the mailbag and answer all of your burning questions, from the in-season tournament to Matas Buzelis! They also discuss hyped teams, Ja Morant, and so much more.
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59 m
Aug 2022
Remembering Bill Russell, Tampering Unfairness, and Your Mailbag Questions
Verno and KOC open the show by sharing their memories of NBA legend Bill Russell, who passed away over the weekend (01:02). As more charges of tampering continue in the NBA, the guys wonder if it’s time for the NBA to consider how they handle these charges (09:12). The guys open ... Show More
1h 8m
Mar 2024
The Most Interesting NBA Players Down the Stretch, Plus March Madness Prospects to Watch
Verno and KOC discuss how the NCAA tournament can greatly impact the draft stocks for prospects and highlight a few of the prospects participating, including Purdue’s Zach Edey, Colorado’s Cody Williams, North Carolina’s Elliot Cadeau, and more (01:34). Next, the guys each select ... Show More
1h 17m
Apr 2024
Part 2: Phoenix in Trouble, Dallas Fights Back, a Magical Knicks Moment, and Denver’s Superpower With Kevin O’Connor
In Part 2 of a two-part podcast, The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Kevin O'Connor to run through Game 2 of Mavericks-Clippers and Bucks-Pacers (1:25), Suns-Timberwolves (22:02), Knicks-76ers, and Lakers-Nuggets (39:40).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guest: Kevin O'Connor
Producer: Kyl ... Show More
1h 9m
Dec 2020
Will Westbrook Help the Wizards? Plus: Lakers Loom Large and PG-13 Talks Trash
Verno and KOC get into the nitty gritty of the Westbrook-Wall trade (3:00), then talk over the latest news around the league, including the LeBron and AD signings (42:30), Paul George’s recent comments about his role on the Clippers, and the NBA season schedule.
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1h 9m
Jul 2021
NBA Draftapalooza, Part 3: GSW Goes Young, Spurs Go Loco + Rest of Lottery With Ryen Russillo and Kevin O’Connor
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo and Kevin O’Connor to discuss picks 7 through 15 of the NBA draft in real time!
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Ryen Russillo and Kevin O’Connor
Producer: Kyle Crichton
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48m 22s
Jun 2024
Redick to L.A., the Caruso-Giddey Deal, Bronny, and NBA Draft Rumors
With the Finals now behind us, Verno and KOC dive fully into the offseason, starting off with the Lakers' hiring of JJ Redick as their next head coach (02:34) and the Pistons’ firing of Monty Williams (23:44). Next, the guys discuss the surprising trade between the Thunder and Bu ... Show More
1h 23m