Off Guard with Austin Rivers

Cade Cunningham shines with a thrilling 40-point triple-double performance. The hosts debate whether Cade or Anthony Edwards has the brighter future. Nico Harrison's shocking dismissal stirs controversy, especially after the messy Luka trade. The Los Angeles Clippers face tough times ahead, with questions about their aging roster. Meanwhile, the 2026 NBA Draft class looks promising, featuring top prospects that could change the landscape for struggling teams. Excitement builds for the upcoming summer league and rookie talent.

(03:00) Michael Porter Jr Leads Nets to 1st Win(04:00) Russ Proves Doubters Wrong with Triple-Double + Win(06:50) NBA Roster Decisions: Veterans vs Potential(21:00) Most Improved Player Revamp(23:20) Do you believe in the Bulls? (26:55) Luka’s Confidence is a Difference Maker(34:50) What are the T’Wolves Missing?(42:03) Austin’s Best Teammates (44:30) NBA Expansion Teams (51:15) Can Cavs Get to Finals with Donovan Mitchell & Evan Mobley (58:10) Familiar Faces in Detroit(1:01:50) ‘On the Bench’ Commentary Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(0:52) Best version of Luca Doncic yet(7:38) The Undefeated Oklahoma City Thunder(11:57) Denver has the best chance to beat OKC(20:02) Benefits of basketball in small markets(23:17) Are the Rockets real contenders? (24:48) Warriors & Spurs round out final West Contenders(32:16) Can any team from the East beat OKC?(38:16) Disgruntled Ja Morant. Where to go next?(59:18) New York state of mind Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(00:20) The NBA's Scoring Surge(01:36) Austin Rivers "On the Bench" (06:57) Is 25 points The New 20? (14:17) Can The 76ers Compete in The East?(26:23) Tyrese Maxey is Underrated(31:06) Is Cam Boozer Ready For the NBA?  (37:40) Golf, Getting Angry At Things You Aren't Good At(42:36) The Milwaukee Bucks Are Dangerous(48:48)  Early MVP Candidates/Predictions(54:58) Halloween: In or Out?  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(0:22) Previewing "On the Bench" With Austin Rivers(4:41) Previewing Pistons-Cavs(9:18) Austin Reaves 50pt Game + Improvement (14:21) Is the Lakers Big-3 Really a Big-3? (25:55) Dylan Harper’s Early Flashes(31:45) Wembanyama Is Still an Alien(34:17) The Case Against Cooper Flagg at PG(42:30) LaMelo Ball and the Hornets (47:30) Is Cam Thomas Underappreciated(58:06) Austin Rivers Goes Kayaking(1:03:40) Life Lessons w/Austin, Basketball, and Life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(5:25) Thoughts on NBA on NBC “Opening Night”(7:02) First Impressions of the Houston Rockets(26:05) Recapping Shai’s Impressive Performance vs Rockets(32:15) Are all the best players in the world in the NBA?(39:08) VJ Edgecombe’s Historic NBA Debut(49:51) Victor Wembanyama Puts on a Show(58:06) Whose the next best American hope to win MVP? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(1:55) State of the Milwaukee Bucks(16:14) Sacramento Kings sign Russell Westbrook(25:58) LeBron's Character Allegations(29:51) Houston Rockets' Tall Starting Lineup(39:36) Austin Rivers' Hair Concerns(42:59) Can you wear Jerseys?(51:32) VJ Edgecombe Jr. or Stephon Castle(53:24) Year 3 Expectations for Victor Wembanyama(57:31) MVPs or Championships Discussion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(0:05) First Day with the full NBA on NBC and Peacock crew(15:50) Will the NBA investigation on Kawhi cloud the LA Clippers?(21:15) A new, uncertain chapter for Giannis & the Bucks(25:45) Houston Rockets ‘Big Ball’ Lineup(40:30) Can Trae Young elevate Hawks into contenders?(52:45) Thunder, Nuggets will be Top Teams in the West(1:01:30) NBA’s Next Generation Stars(1:08:40) Expectations for Cooper Flagg(1:22:15) LeBron’s Second Decision Hennessy ad Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Austin and Pausha return to give their winners of the offseason, from Michael Beasley to Kevin Durant. They also discuss John Wall’s basketball legacy. Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha HaghighiProducer: Kyle WilliamsAdditional Production Support: Ben CruzSocial: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Austin and Pausha return to give their thoughts on what makes for a great scorer, AAU culture, and the reaction to their mount rushmore list. Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi Producer: Kyle Williams Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.