The Ringer NBA Show Future Power Rankings | Group Chat
Mar 6, 2025
Hosts dive into the Future Power Rankings, discussing the potential of NBA teams leaving out the usual top contenders. The Memphis Grizzlies are spotlighted for their youthful energy, while teams like the Knicks face growth hurdles. Dynamic trades, budding talents like Reed Shepherd, and the hypothetical impact of Luka Doncic on the Lakers are all analyzed. They also reflect on coaching uncertainties and the nuances of player dynamics in shaping team success. The landscape of the NBA’s future gets a humorous yet insightful examination.
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Future Power Rankings
- The Future Power Rankings episode discusses the best NBA team situations going forward.
- The hosts exclude already successful teams like the Celtics, Cavaliers, and Thunder.
Grizzlies' Future
- Rob Mahoney ranks the Memphis Grizzlies fifth due to their young roster, cheap payroll, and consistent 50-win seasons.
- He acknowledges concerns about their playoff performance and half-court execution.
Morant's Health
- Justin Verrier expresses concern about Ja Morant's injury history, listing seven different ailments.
- He questions the Grizzlies' ceiling if Morant's health remains unreliable.