The Ringer Nba Show

Justin, Rob, and Tjarks are joined by Nate Duncan to talk about recent reports from Kevin O’Connor that Russell Westbrook could be had in a trade and from ESPN that a forced trade by Westbrook or James Harden is a “plausible eventual possibility” (1:15). Then they discuss potential landing spots for Chris Paul (21:30), the Thunder’s new head coach Mark Daigneault (33:30), Marc Stein’s report that the Atlanta Hawks are pursuing Jrue Holiday (37:30), and some draft talk (50:30). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Jonathan Tjarks Guest: Nate Duncan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and KOC get into all the NBA news that’s broken over the past couple of days regarding the start of the 2020-2021 season (0:45) and where LaMelo Ball could end up in the draft (11:00), and then they talk through some of the most interesting prospects in the draft (30:30). Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja are back talking about the NBA’s plan to return to basketball December 22 (45:00). Then, Austin Rivers joins Logan to discuss the Rockets’ 2019-20 season, Doc Rivers’s new job as head coach for the 76ers, which teams will be at the top of league next season, and much more (30:00). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Guest: Austin Rivers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and KOC get into all the intricacies of Thursday’s tentative deal between the NBA and NBPA to start the 2020-21 season during the week of Christmas (1:00). Then, Jonathan Tjarks and J. Kyle Mann join KOC to get into the draft rumors floating around and some of their favorite draft prospects (30:00). Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor Guests: Jonathan Tjarks and J. Kyle Mann Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Times-Picayune’s Scott Kushner joins Justin, Rob, and Tjarks to talk about this morning’s Jrue Holiday trade rumors (1:55). Then, The Athletic’s Mike Vorkunov joins the show to discuss the Knicks’ draft options and potential offseason moves (32:50).  Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Jonathan Tjarks Guests: Scott Kushner and Mike Vorkunov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and KOC discuss the developments in the debate over the start of the 2020-21 NBA season (1:00), then get into their intriguing free agents, returning players, and draft prospects of the week (15:50). Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja discuss Mike D’Antoni being added to Steve Nash’s coaching staff (7:50). Then they discuss how much you can trust predraft rumors (29:18) and each give out their Real One of the Week (52:44). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and KOC discuss the breaking news that Mike D’Antoni is headed to Brooklyn (0:00), plus Daryl Morey’s move to the 76ers’ front office (3:35) and the Rockets’ new head coach, Stephen Silas (20:35). Then they answer a few listener questions (Hello, Hornets fans! You exist!) (27:30). After that, Jonathan Tjarks and J. Kyle Mann join the pod to get deep into some draft analysis (48:30).  Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor Guests: Jonathan Tjarks and J. Kyle Mann Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Sixers fan Chris Ryan delve into the breaking news of the day: Daryl Morey signs a five-year deal with the 76ers (1:30). Then The Athletic’s Anthony Slater joins Justin, Rob, and Tjarks to talk about what the 2020-21 NBA season will look like (17:35), what the Warriors will do this offseason to maximize their roster and be competitive against the best teams from the 2019-20 season (43:30), and some potential trades for the Lakers (1:12:00). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Jonathan Tjarks Guests: Anthony Slater and Chris Ryan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and KOC get together to chat about developments in the ongoing negotiation over when the next NBA season will start (1:20). Then they get into the free agents, currently employed players, and draft picks that intrigue them the most this offseason (14:45). Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja are joined by three-time NBA champion Danny Green to talk about what it was like to play and win in the bubble, playing with LeBron and Kawhi, when the next NBA season should start, and much more. Tap in. Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Guest: Danny Green Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

J. Kyle Mann joins Justin, Rob, and Tjarks to talk about the offseason for a few of the more underappreciated teams, including the Pacers’ new head coach, Nate Bjorkgren, and Oladipo’s future with the team, the Suns’ draft pick and offseason moves, and the Pelicans’ trade potential.  Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Jonathan Tjarks Guest: J. Kyle Mann Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and KOC start off by discussing when the next NBA season should start, then they each get into their top three things to look forward to during the offseason. Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja get into what the Lakers’ ceiling could look like (9:59), all the suspect rumors coming out about Kawhi and the Clippers and what the Clips can do to revamp their team culture (17:43), and Raja’s experience in the 2007 Western Conference finals between the Suns and Spurs (33:39). Then the guys each crown their Real One of the Week (52:32). Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and KOC get into the hiring of Ty Lue as head coach of the Clippers and Daryl Morey’s resignation from the Rockets (0:35). Then they dig into the ‘NBA Show’ mailbag to answer all your questions about head coach searches, offseason team building, the draft, and more (24:02).  Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and Tjarks are joined by The Ringer’s Kevin O’Connor to talk head coaching rumors (0:39) and potential offseason moves for teams around the league (14:13). Then Tjarks goes through his Draft Guide for Dummies (53:33). Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Jonathan Tjarks Guest: Kevin O’Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and KOC in a post-Finals glow discuss why there’s no asterisk on this championship (0:32), the future of this Lakers team and how the rest of the league might adapt to compete with them (10:09), and Rajon Rondo’s reascension in the playoffs (41:10). Then they give their two cents on the reignited LeBron-Jordan GOAT debate (48:09). Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja go live right after LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers win the 2020 NBA championship to talk about Game 6 and how this win impacts the legacies of all involved. Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and KOC go live after the Heat outlast the Lakers in Game 5 of the NBA Finals with special guest Bill Simmons.  Hosts: Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor Guest: Bill Simmons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices