In this podcast, Zach Lowe and Brian Windhorst discuss the NBA Finals Game 2 reaction, highlighting the Celtics' victory over the Mavericks. They analyze Kyrie Irving's struggles, Dallas's turnovers, and speculate on future adjustments. The hosts also share travel advice and express gratitude to listeners.

ESPN's Tim Legler discusses the Mavericks' defensive concerns post-Game One, the need for more 3-point shots, strategies to improve Dallas' offense, and the Lakers' pursuit of coaching candidate Danny Hurley.

NBA analyst Brian Windhorst joins to discuss Celtics' Game 1 win over Mavericks, focusing on Porzingis' impact off the bench, Celtics' defense against Dončić, Irving's struggles, and the need for Mavericks to step up in Game 2. They praise Celtics' game plan, even scoring, and Hauser's shooting resurgence.

ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Jonathan Givony discuss the NBA Finals matchups, Celtics' and Mavericks' paths, strategic analysis, and draft chatter. They cover team histories, key player predictions, Spurs' draft plans, and the future of LaMelo Ball. Insights on defensive tactics, offensive strategies, and offseason speculations are shared, including NBA draft uncertainties and player potential.

React to Luka Doncic's performance, NBA Finals preview, Minnesota's financial crisis, fake KAT trades, and Celtics vs. Mavericks matchup

Caitlin Cooper, a basketball analyst, discusses the future of the Indiana Pacers. Topics include potential comebacks from 3-0 deficits, the intensity of playoff scenarios, role players' impact, Bill Walton's unique personality, Celtics' playoff pressure, and Pacers' performance evaluation.

Topics discussed include Luka Doncic's game-winning shot, struggles of Minnesota offense, media narratives around Jayson Tatum, Celtics needing to win the NBA title, Celtics vs. Kyrie Irving NBA Finals potential, and the impact of player dynamics on an NBA team.

Kirk Goldsberry and Zach dive into the Mavericks' Game 1 win, Kyrie Irving's impact, All-NBA teams, JB Bickerstaff's firing, Pacers-Celtics matchup, and Kirk's book 'Hoop Atlas'. They discuss game adjustments, standout players, and league decisions, offering a mix of basketball analysis and book promotion.

ESPN analyst Kevin Pelton joins Zach to discuss Game 7 wins by the Wolves and Pacers, Nuggets offseason questions, Mavs-Wolves and Celtics-Pacers conference finals previews, OKC offseason outlook, and more NBA playoff insights.

Sports journalists Jon Krawczynski and Tim MacMahon discuss Wolves-Nuggets Game 7, Celtics' playoff performance, and Mavs-Thunder series. They delve into defensive strategies, offensive tactics, and team analyses, highlighting key matchups and strategic adjustments. The conversation also touches on the Celtics' playoff history, expectations, and the Mavericks' defensive mastery under coach Jason Kidd.