The Ringer Nba Show

The Ringer's Chris Vernon sat down on Tuesday, February 7, with Phoenix Suns forward Jared Dudley to discuss his early years in the league (02:00), adjusting his game to play with Steve Nash (04:50), a different vibe with the Clippers (10:40), moving to Milwaukee (16:40), the young stars on the Phoenix roster today (32:30), the difference between stars and superstars (38:15), learning he was traded on Twitter (48:30), and the most ridiculous purchase he saw a teammate make (50:20). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Chris Vernon and Kevin O'Connor discuss Monday night's epic showdown between Cleveland and Washington (01:25), DeMarcus Cousins's likely suspension (11:55), the Jahlil Okafor trade rumors (19:55), and the past, present, and future of the Phoenix Suns (29:10). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Chris Vernon and Kevin O'Connor discuss Markelle Fultz's potential to be the no. 1 overall pick (5:00), Lakers vs. Sixers tanking strategy (15:00), LeBron's open tryouts for the Cavs (26:00), the return of Dion Waiters (34:00), and their best personal NBA Twitter stories (39:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Chris Vernon is joined by former NBA executive vice president and current NBA TV analyst Stu Jackson to discuss his induction into the Pac-12 Men's Basketball Hall of Honor (5:00), Rick Pitino pioneering the 3-point shot (8:00), quality control of NBA gameplay (13:00), and whether he would have suspended Draymond Green in the Finals (18:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Chris Vernon is joined by USA Today's Sam Amick to discuss LeBron putting haters on blast (5:00), LeBron's business relationship with the Cavs (11:00), the Cavs' free-agent workout (15:00), Charles Barkley's status as a beloved figure (21:00), the biggest threat in the East (27:00), and the immigration executive order's impact on the NBA (33:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Chris Vernon is joined by Zach Harper of FanRag Sports to discuss the All-Star lineups (2:05), Rajon Rondo and the Bulls (13:33), and the Knicks' continuing Carmelo Anthony saga (22:13). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Chris Vernon is joined by The Vertical's Chris Mannix to discuss the trade rumors around Carmelo Anthony (5:00), possible destinations for Melo (10:00), the Cavs' lack of depth (15:00), Brett Brown's positive outlook (22:00), the Sixers' bright future (28:00), and Danny Ainge's many assets (33:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Chris Vernon and Kevin O'Connor discuss a weird evening in the NBA (0:55), Kevin's Isaiah Thomas interview (12:45), and whether or not acquiring Carmelo Anthony could put the Celtics above the Cavs (29:36). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Kevin O'Connor is joined by Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas to discuss about his stellar 2016 (00:24), improving his step-back jumper (02:47), his thoughts during the draft (10:35), and what he learned from Kevin Garnett (15:28). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Chris Vernon and Shea Serrano discuss Russell Westbrook's stare during warm-ups (2:40), Zaza Pachulia's flagrant foul (4:55), the surging 76ers (11:19), five non-obvious guys whom Shea loves (15:10), and the 'White Men Can't Jump' reboot (29:45). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Chris Vernon and Kevin O'Connor discuss the Warriors' drubbing of the Cavs (5:00), LeBron's flopping (8:00), Melo's trade options (12:00), the improving Wizards (19:00), Buddy Hield's defense (25:00), All-Star ballots (28:00), Wade-Melo legacy picks (35:00), and League Pass problems (40:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Chris Vernon is joined by The Vertical's Adrian Wojnarowski to discuss Mark Cuban's relationship with NBA referees (5:00), D-Rose's absence (16:00), potential trades on the horizon (24:00), LeBron's Eastern Conference dominance (32:00), Ice Cube's 3-on-3 basketball league (38:00), Adam Silver's open-door policy (42:00), and the origin of the "Woj Bomb" (46:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Chris Vernon and Jason Concepcion discuss the Knicks' demoralizing loss in Philly (5:00), Carmelo Anthony's no-trade clause (12:00), Ron Baker's children's book (16:00), Mason Plumlee's triple-double pursuit (23:00), Bucks vs. T'Wolves for the hipster belt (34:00), Giannis Antetokounmpo's stardom (39:00), Joel Embiid's rookie season (42:00), and Chandler Parsons's virgin status (45:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Kevin O'Connor is joined by Sixers forward and Rookie of the Year candidate Joel Embiid to discuss his nickname, the return of the big man in basketball, his desire to play point guard, and his strong social media presence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Chris Vernon and Kevin O'Connor discuss MIA Derrick Rose (5:00), what's next for the Knicks (15:00), moving Paul Millsap (23:00), C.J. McCollum trade talk (28:00), Joel Embiid at point guard (36:00), and Steph Curry's cameo on 'Family Guy' (42:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Chris Vernon is joined by Tim Bontemps of The Washington Post to discuss the huge trade that brought Kyle Korver to the Cavs (0:50) and possible other moves before the deadline (4:15). They also discuss the MVP race (19:45) and voting for the All-Star Game (27:20). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Chris Vernon is joined by NBA superfan James Goldstein to discuss pioneering NBA fandom (3:00), growing up a Milwaukee Hawks fan (6:00), Goldstein's rivalry with Kobe (10:00), his love for Dominique Wilkins (13:00), Clippers fandom (16:00), Durant signing with the Warriors (20:00), potential NBA rules changes (24:00), the history of the Lakers (31:00), almost buying the Bucks (39:00), hosting Rihanna's birthday party (42:00), and the Ray Allen shot in 2013 (45:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Chris Vernon and Kevin O'Connor discuss the Rockets' rise in the Western Conference (5:00), Eric Gordon's all-star candidacy (12:00), potential teams to challenge the Cavs and Warriors (19:00), superstar trade scenarios (26:00), the glut of good point guards (31:00), the MVP race between James Harden and Russell Westbrook (38:00), and coaches on the chopping block heading into 2017 (44:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Chris Vernon is joined by Houston Rockets forward Corey Brewer to discuss his transition from back-to-back national championships to bottom of the NBA (4:00), running "the octagon" with the Timberwolves (8:00), returning to Minnesota (12:00), the Rockets' hangover last season (17:00), advice for his younger NBA self (25:00), the best trash talkers in basketball (30:30), Kawhi Leonard's potential with the Spurs (34:00), and his farming abilities at home (38:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Chris Vernon and Kevin O'Connor discuss Blake Griffin's durability and decreasing dunk numbers (6:00), Nerlens Noel vs. Jahlil Okafor (15:00), and Cheick Diallo's surprising rookie season (23:00). Then, Chris and Kevin draft their top-five Christmas wishes for the rest of the NBA season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices