

Game Over with Max Kellerman and Rich Paul
The Ringer
Sports media veteran Max Kellerman and super-agent Rich Paul discuss the most pressing topics in sports and culture.
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Mar 30, 2026 • 1h 26min
The Madness Was Madness! Plus, Barry Bonds’s Case and Foul Baiting in the NBA.
They relive a UConn–Duke instant classic and break down late-game clutch choices. A fast segment debates Barry Bonds’s Hall of Fame case and his late-career numbers. They ponder whether modern sports have lost the wow factor. The show tackles NBA foul-baiting and whether certain stars get unfair reputations. Conversations also touch on rising young talent and hypothetical playoff matchups.

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Mar 27, 2026 • 1h 16min
The Madness Continues, Hornets Heating Up, and Aaron Judge’s Golden Sombrero
They debate Arizona’s title chances after a dominant win and list the most memorable college backcourts. They analyze the Hornets’ sudden surge, lineup chemistry, and whether the roster can sustain a playoff push. They also break down Aaron Judge’s rough opener and discuss different levels of clutch in sports.

Mar 25, 2026 • 1h 21min
NBA Expansion, Best Players in Basketball, and MLB Opening Day!
They debate NBA expansion, weighing the appeal of Seattle versus Las Vegas and which franchise they'd prefer to own. They trade takes on Nikola Jokic, Wemby, and lists of the all time top players across eras. Conversation touches on playoff performance, rising stars like Luka, and why perspective matters. They also celebrate MLB Opening Day and why the Yankees might be baseball’s best this year.

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Mar 23, 2026 • 1h 18min
Is Men’s College Basketball Back? Lakers Buying In, and JSN Gets the Bag.
They debate whether NIL is reviving men's college basketball and how that could affect the NBA. They break down standout college talents and coaching legacies from the tournament. They analyze the Lakers' chemistry shift and coaching impact. They discuss Jaxon Smith-Njigba's record NFL deal and how the market keeps resetting.

Mar 20, 2026 • 53min
Game Over’s First Guest: Snoop Dogg! | Part 2
Snoop Dogg, West Coast rapper and cultural entrepreneur, reflects on his music, business moves, and legendary life stories. He recalls SNL memories, performs a freestyle with the DJ, debates NBA GOATs and March Madness picks, teases his new album, and recounts the move from Death Row to No Limit and buying back catalogs.

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Mar 18, 2026 • 1h 1min
Game Over’s First Guest: Snoop Dogg! | Part 1
Snoop Dogg, iconic rapper and entrepreneur who helped define West Coast hip-hop, shares stories from his high school rap roots and the making of Doggy Style. He talks songwriting craft, studio discipline, early branding deals, mentoring younger artists, NBA takes, and youth sports fundamentals. Energetic, nostalgic, and wide-ranging.

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Mar 16, 2026 • 1h 15min
March Madness, the New Big Three, and Oscars Reaction
Selection Sunday highlights and whether top seeds can make a chalk Final Four. Discussion of the Lakers’ overtime win and if L.A. is peaking for the playoffs. A rethink of the modern Big Three as front office, coach, and star. Reactions to Oscars night, Michael B. Jordan’s win, and a debate over classic movie choices.

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Mar 13, 2026 • 1h 13min
Creating a Championship Team, and Best NBA Duos of All Time
They break down the five essentials for building a championship-caliber team and point to current squads that fit the blueprint. They debate all-time NBA duos and argue over which pairings define greatness. They riff on Luka’s big night, coaching impacts, and why fan loyalty shapes reactions to historic performances.

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Mar 11, 2026 • 1h 4min
Bam Drops 83?! Jaylen Brown Ejected, MVP Race Heats Up, and Emails!
They kick off with Bam Adebayo’s staggering 83-point night and whether it belongs in NBA history. Debate over Jalen Brown’s ejection and if players should influence game outcomes. A heated discussion of the MVP race, comparing Wemby, Jokic, and Shai. Trade fallout as the Maxx Crosby deal collapses and reflections on the World Baseball Classic. Listener mail sparks a Top 5 hip-hop groups debate.

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Mar 9, 2026 • 1h 8min
Jayson Tatum Returns! NBA Notes and NFL Roster Shake-Ups.
Jayson Tatum’s return and what it means for Boston’s title hopes. A deep dive on why evolving your personal ecosystem matters. A bold case for the Spurs and Victor Wembanyama as Western favorites. A quick take arguing the Clippers’ cap move was victimless. NFL roster shake-ups including Maxx Crosby heading to Baltimore. Plus playful studio banter and decor tips.


