The Ringer Nba Show

Justin, Rob, and Wos discuss Giannis’s big game in the Bucks’ comeback road win (2:46). Then they review Memphis’s domination of the Warriors to force a Game 6 (28:37). Finally, they raise some offseason story lines with a game of Offseason Roulette (40:31). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, Wosny Lambre Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja talk about how the Grizzlies lost their grip in an extremely close, but strangely unexciting Game 4 of their series against the Warriors (0:40), and the Celtics’ comeback against the Bucks in their Game 4 (20:05). Then, they give predictions for 76ers-Heat and Mavericks-Suns in their respective Game 5s on Tuesday night (34:12), and each award their Real One of the Week (40:55). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wos is joined by The Athletic’s Seth Partnow to discuss what the Bucks have done well in slowing down the Celtics offense, what the Celtics can do to try to even up the series, and more. Host: Wosny Lambre Guest: Seth Partnow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Seerat begin by sharing their excitement for the NBA playoffs and quickly delve into the Mavericks-Suns series with a focus on Luka Doncic and what Dallas can do to possibly turn the series around against Phoenix's formidable system. Next, they go over the key players in the Grizzlies-Warriors matchup and discuss why their games are must-watch affairs.(15:52) They then pivot to 76ers-Heat and debate whether Joel Embiid's possible return can turn the vibe around in Philadelphia heading into the upcoming home games.(28:04) Finally, they share their thoughts on the first two lopsided games in the Celtics-Bucks series and ponder what tactical moves those teams will make going forward against each other.(32:51) Hosts: Chris Ryan and Seerat Sohi Producer: Chris Sutton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and Wos discuss the Suns putting on a clinic in the second half and pulling away from the Mavericks to take a 2-0 series lead (1:45). Then they discuss the Heat dominating the Sixers again at home and if the Sixers have any solutions to stop the Heat with no Joel Embiid (25:04).  Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, Wosny Lambre  Associate Producer: Isaiah Blakely  Additional Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja hop on this evening to talk about how Memphis fumbled its opportunity to take Game 1 of the Warriors-Grizzlies series with Draymond ejected (3:10), the Phoenix Suns’ resurgence against the Mavericks with Devin Booker’s return (13:00), how Joel Embiid’s injury could derail the 76ers’ Finals hopes (26:40), and how the tables have turned on the Celtics with the Bucks using their size to foil every attempt around the basket (31:50). Then they preview Game 2 of Warriors-Grizzlies (42:05) and Jomi puts the Utah Jazz on Pack Watch for hopefully the final time (53:20). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Guest: Jomi Adeniran Producer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wosny Lambre is joined by J. Kyle Mann to discuss the Bucks' impressive Game 1 victory in Boston (2:28). Then, they discuss what direction the Utah Jazz should go in this offseason (25:28). Host: Wosny Lambre Guest: J. Kyle Mann Associate Producer: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Seerat start the pod by reacting to the Sixers' close-out win versus the Raptors. They then look forward to their next matchup against the Miami Heat and ponder whether Philadelphia needs to be an underdog in order to succeed in the tournament (4:38). Next, they pivot to the Suns' impressive victory over the Pelicans and discuss New Orleans' bright future, Mikal Bridges's contributions to Phoenix's success, and the Suns' upcoming series against the Dallas Mavericks (22:52). Finally they make their predictions for Celtics-Bucks and speculate on who will come out of the emotional Wolves-Grizzlies Round 1 series this weekend (38:22). Hosts: Chris Ryan and Seerat Sohi Producer: Chris Sutton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and Wos start by discussing the Warriors closing out the Nuggets (1:58). Then, they discuss the Bucks winning their series by routing the Bulls in Game 5 (18:34). Then, they wrap up with some first-round re-evaluations about the Nets, impressive young guys, and the title race (38:31). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Associate Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Raja and Logan start the pod by reacting to the Nets getting swept by the Celtics in the first round of the NBA playoffs. They discuss Boston's stifling defense against Kevin Durant and debate whether or not Brooklyn can make some noise next season with Kyrie Irving and Ben Simmons. Next they talk about Jayson Tatum's stellar performance throughout the series and speculate and if he can carry his team all the way to a championship.(23:10) After the break they analyze and make their predictions for other first-round playoff matchups (51:20), give the Pelicans their flowers, and the Ringer's own Jomi Adeniran joins the crew to close out the pod with his segment 'Watch the Pack'.(57:48) Hosts: Raja Bell and Logan Murdock Producer: Sasha Ashall Production Assistance: Chris Sutton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wos is joined by Bleacher Report and The Athletic’s Mo Dakhil to discuss the Celtics' dismantling of the Nets. They also look ahead to the Nets' offseason, and wonder how far the Celtics can go in the playoffs (2:40). Then, they discuss the Timberwolves tying their series against the Grizzlies (24:46). Host: Wosny Lambre Guest: Mo Dakhil Associate Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seerat is joined by the Ringer's own Rob Mahoney to discuss some of the exciting first-round NBA playoff action, starting with Grizzlies-Timberwolves and whether Karl-Anthony Towns and Co. can recover from their devastating Game 3 collapse to turn the series around. Next they analyze the state of Warriors-Nuggets and ponder whether Jordan Poole's current play with Steph Curry coming off the bench makes Golden State the new playoff favorite (23:36). Finally, they debate the Utah Jazz's lackluster defensive performance against the Mavs' offensive surge and talk about the futures of those teams and players in these playoffs and beyond (41:16). Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Rob Mahoney Producer: Chris Sutton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and Wos start by discussing the Celtics' comeback victory over the Nets at home to take a 2-0 series lead (2:57). Then, they discuss the Sixers taking a commanding 3-0 series lead thanks to Joel Embiid’s game winner in overtime (21:54). Lastly, they wrap up with the Bulls beating the Bucks on the road and tying up the series 1-1 (37:29). They also look at the impact of Khris Middleton’s injury in the short term for the Bucks and how it affects their title aspirations. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Associate Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja join at the end of night three of the NBA playoffs to discuss the genesis of third Splash Bro Jordan Poole after the Warriors again dismantled the Nuggets in Game 2 of their series. They also discuss Utah’s disappointing loss to a depleted Dallas team, the fascinating clash of youngsters in the Grizzlies-Timberwolves series, and one of the most exciting first-round games in a long while: Game 1 of the Celtics-Nets series. Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wos is joined by The Ringer’s J. Kyle Mann to discuss three of the four Game 1 matchups on the first day of the NBA playoffs. They start with Utah beating the short-handed Mavericks (1:32) and then get into Minnesota’s impressive performance in beating the Grizzlies on the road (4:22). They wrap up with the Sixers dominating the Raptors at home (21:31). Host: Wosny Lambre Guest: J. Kyle Mann Associate Producer: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Seerat start the pod by reacting to the news that Paul George will be out for the Clippers-Pelicans play-in game. Next they engage in a 'Jeopardy'-style question and answer format in making their predictions for the upcoming NBA playoffs. They touch on a myriad of subjects, including the MVP race(4:31), Doc Rivers (23:13), their picks to win the Finals(39:09), and much more. Hosts: Chris Ryan and Seerat Sohi Producer: Chris Sutton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja discuss the most interesting aspects of the play-in games thus far, including the Spurs' future (6:00) and the Timberwolves' postgame celebration (15:00). Then, they preview the final play-in games (34:00) before sharing their closing thoughts on the second season of ‘Bridgerton’ (37:00). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producers: Sasha Ashall and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and Wos start by discussing the Nets and Timberwolves securing their spots in the playoffs and they look ahead to Nets-Celtics and Timberwolves-Grizzlies in the first round. Then they all rank their top five teams in order of who has the best shot to win the title (40:34). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Associate Producer: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the eve of the NBA Play-In Tournament, Logan and Raja discuss whether each of the top-ranked and highly regarded teams are real or fake Finals contenders (8:00). Then they do a preview of the play-in matchups (47:00). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producers: Sasha Ashall and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wos is joined by DNVR Sports’ Adam Mares and they start by discussing how the Nuggets have performed this season despite missing Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. Then they discuss Nikola Jokic’s outstanding season and look ahead to what the Nuggets could look like in the future with their stars healthy. Host: Wosny Lambre Guest: Adam Mares Associate Producer: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices