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The Ringer NBA squad provides the insight, reporting, and analysis that you need in your life right here on The Ringer NBA Show. On Sundays and Wednesdays, check out 'Group Chat' with Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney and J. Kyle Mann . Tap in on Tuesdays and Fridays for 'Real Ones' with Logan Murdock, Raja Bell and Howard Beck.
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Dec 21, 2021 • 49min
The Latest From the G League Showcase and the G League Ignite | Upside High
J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks open by discussing their trip to the G League Showcase (2:00). Then they finish by discussing guys finding their roles in the G League and how the Ignite are coming together this season (18:26). Hosts: J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan TjarksAssociate Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 20, 2021 • 51min
Part-Time Kyrie: What Does That Mean for the Nets? Plus, the Lakers' Chances After AD's Injury. | Real Ones
Logan and Raja talk about Kyrie Irving’s return to the Brooklyn Nets (4:13) and Kyrie’s complicated personality (19:59). Then they react to the news of AD’s MCL sprain and what this means for the Lakers' potential title run (29:30).Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja BellAssociate Producer: Stefan AndersonTo ask a question for the mailbag, call 510-469-0294 or email realonesmailbag@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 19, 2021 • 37min
The Warriors Are the Most Fun Story in the NBA
Wos is joined by Ethan Strauss to talk about the Warriors. They start by talking about what makes the Warriors the the most fun story in the NBA this season (3:58) before getting into where the Warriors' young players stand (14:53). Then they discuss what makes Draymond Green so important to his team (20:41)Host: Wosny LambreGuest: Ethan StraussProducer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 17, 2021 • 45min
Did the Process Really Lead the Sixers to … This? | The Answer
Chris is joined by Ben Detrick from Cookies Hoops to talk about the state of the Philadelphia 76ers and their concerns about the team's future. They wrap everything up by discussing Ben's new book, 'The Joy of Basketball.' (36:51)Hosts: Chris Ryan and Seerat SohiGuest: Ben DetrickProduction Assistant: Chris Sutton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 16, 2021 • 59min
What the Dynamic Between Luka Doncic and Rick Carlisle Says About Power in the NBA | Real Ones
Logan and Raja are back with their takes on the dynamic between Luka Doncic and Rick Carlisle as reported by ESPN’s Tim McMahon (0:30), a quick update on how the Lakers have fared in light of Austin Reaves’s big moment against the Mavericks on Wednesday night (31:30), and a discussion about Steve Nash’s success as a head coach (43:00). Then they each award their Real One of the Week (49:25).Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja BellAssociate Producer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 15, 2021 • 1h 18min
Six Questions as Trade Season Begins, Plus the Jazz Hire Danny Ainge | Group Chat
Justin, Rob, and Wos open with a discussion on the current state of the league as it deals with COVID-19 (01:00). Then, they look at some of the biggest questions on their minds entering trade season, including potential Ben Simmons destinations and whether the Celtics should look into splitting up Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown (07:00). Later, they react to the Jazz hiring Danny Ainge as CEO (1:10:00).Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny LambreProduction Assistant: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 14, 2021 • 50min
Jalen Green, Franz Wagner, and Joshua Giddey | Upside High
J. Kyle Mann and Johnathan Tjarks are back for another edition of 'Upside High' in which they take a look at young prospects around the NBA. This week they take a look at Jalen Green of Houston to find out what makes him a key piece of the Rockets (03:14). Then they take a look at Franz Wagner to see about size and development (18:43). And they close with Joshua Giddey of OKC (34:30).Hosts: J. Kyle Mann and Johnathan TjarksProducer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 13, 2021 • 59min
When Will We Ever Get to Watch Zion Williamson Play? | Real Ones
Logan and Raja get to the shits today as they discuss the recent setback in Zion Williamson’s recovery from a foot injury that has prevented him from playing so far this season (0:40). Then they discuss whether Kevin Durant or Giannis Antetokounmpo is the best player in the league (29:30) and how Matisse Thybulle defended Steph Curry on Saturday (42:30).Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja BellAssociate Producer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 13, 2021 • 33min
Looking at the Knicks' Disappointing Start to the Season
Wos is joined by Kazeem Famuyide from the MSG Network to talk all things Knicks. First, they talk about the Knicks’ disappointing start to the season (1:45) before getting into the Knicks players who embody the struggles of Knicks fandom (12:38). Finally, they talk Kaz’s unique career arc (23:58). Host: Wosney LambreGuest: Kazeem FamuyideProducer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 10, 2021 • 54min
Breaking Down the Gang of .500 | The Answer
Chris and Seerat examine the season’s most average teams and discuss which has the best chance of bucking the status quo and breaking out of the .500 gang. Hosts: Chris Ryan and Seerat Sohi Producer: Devon Manze Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


