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Mar 14, 2025 • 59min

Steph Hits 4K! Plus, Are We Headed for an OKC-Boston Finals Matchup? | Real Ones

Warriors G Steph Curry hit 4,000 career 3s on Thursday night. Logan and Raja reflect on his career milestone (1:58). How dangerous are the Warriors? They’ve been hot since acquiring Jimmy Butler (6:49). Are the Thunder far and away better than the other teams in the West (22:20)? What would give you pause about the Boston Celtics (27:20)?The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Hit the mailbag! realonesmailbag@gmail.comHosts: Logan Murdock and Raja BellProducer/Audio: Clifford AugustinVideo Producer: Victoria ValenciaAdditional Production Support: Ben CruzSocial: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 13, 2025 • 1h 8min

Is OKC Inevitable? Plus, Swing Factors for Top Contenders and Take Forgiveness Day. | Group Chat

Justin, Rob, and Wos are back together to discuss the potential NBA Finals preview between the Thunder and the Celtics on Wednesday night. They discuss their takeaways even though both teams missed key contributors, who they’d pick if Boston and OKC meet in the Finals, and more. They then move on to discussing what the swing factors are for the top contenders. Lastly, it’s Take Forgiveness Day. Each of the guys bring an old take that they are holding themselves accountable for. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Ben CruzSocial: Keith FujimotoThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 11, 2025 • 1h 43min

Ben Stiller on Lifelong Knicks Fandom and 'Severance'! | Real Ones

Movie star and filmmaker Ben Stiller joined Logan, Howard, and Raja to discuss all things Knicks and his decorated film career. How does Ben feel about the Knicks season thus far, and how far will the team go in the playoffs (2:49)? Has he ever gotten into it with opposing team players from the sidelines (19:44)? Where did Ben’s Knicks fandom come from (25:32)? The guys also get into 'Severance' conspiracy theories (35:50), Ben tells a great story about working with and getting to know Robert De Niro (51:05), and he also stays for the mailbag!The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Hit the mailbag! realonesmailbag@gmail.comHosts: Logan Murdock, Howard Beck, and Raja BellProducer/Audio: Clifford AugustinVideo Producer: Victoria ValenciaAdditional Production Support: Ben Cruz and John RichterSocial: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 10, 2025 • 1h 5min

The White American Draft | Group Chat

Justin and Wos are joined by producer Isaiah Blakely, who is filling in for Rob this week, for the second edition of the White American Draft. This time, each person is allowed two European players. The guys fill out a 10-man rotation and discuss each pick. Hosts: Justin Verrier and Wosny Lambre Guest: Isaiah Blakely Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Ben CruzSocial: Keith FujimotoThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 8, 2025 • 1h 6min

LeBron Defends Bronny—and Are the Warriors Just Scratching the Surface? | Real Ones

LeBron James confronts a media figure over criticism of his son Bronny, sparking a discussion about the challenges of fame and family expectations. The Knicks' recent struggles highlight the risks of being overly reliant on star players. Insights into the Warriors and Cavaliers suggest that some teams may be peaking too early as they prepare for the playoffs. Additionally, strategies for improving team performance and camaraderie take the spotlight, showcasing the vital role of teamwork in a demanding NBA season.
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Mar 6, 2025 • 1h 7min

Future Power Rankings | Group Chat

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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Mar 5, 2025 • 1h 41min

'Celtics City' and the History of an Iconic Franchise. Plus, Director Lauren Stowell on Telling the Story of the Boston Celtics.

The Ringer’s Michael Pina and Howard Beck sit down to give their thoughts on the new nine-part documentary series, 'Celtics City,' on HBO. They discuss how their perspectives were shaped after the documentary, what Celtics season they would’ve liked to have covered, whether their opinion on anyone changed, and much more.Then, Wosny Lambre sits down with the director of 'Celtics City,' Lauren Stowell, to discuss how Lauren got involved with the project, interviewing legends like Larry Bird and Kevin Garnett, handling the perception of the city of Boston, and more.Hosts: Michael Pina, Howard Beck, and Wosny LambreGuest: Lauren StowellProducers: Isaiah Blakely and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 4, 2025 • 57min

Kyrie Irving’s Unfortunate Injury. Plus, LeBron, Luka, and Lakers Keep Rising in the Standings. | Real Ones

Logan Murdock, Howard Beck, and Raja Bell start the pod with the unfortunate season-ending injury news for All-Star guard Kyrie Irving (0:21). Irving’s injury adds to the long list of Mavs players that have been sidelined throughout the season, including Anthony Davis (who was traded for Luka Doncic). Just how catastrophic has this season been for the Mavs? On the flip side, the Lakers have been rolling and are 16-4 in their last 20 games. LeBron and Luka seem to fit perfectly together and Howard believes this still isn't the best version of Luka. How terrified should the Western Conference teams be (23:18)?Hit the mailbag! realonesmailbag@gmail.comHosts: Logan Murdock, Howard Beck, and Raja BellProducer/Audio: Clifford AugustinVideo Producer: Victoria ValenciaSocial: Keith Fujimoto Additional Production Support: Ben CruzThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 4, 2025 • 1h 20min

The Murky Future of Joel Embiid and the Sixers. Plus, No-Power Rankings. | Group Chat

Justin, Rob, and Wos kick off the week discussing what’s next for the Philadelphia 76ers and Joel Embiid after the latter’s season was ended due to a knee injury (2:31), and talk out whether or not the Sixers should enter full tank mode.Then, the guys go through their latest edition of the No-Power Rankings and figure out which teams currently have the worst situations for the foreseeable future in the NBA (18:12).Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney and Wosny LambreProducers: Isaiah Blakely and Ben CruzSocial: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Feb 28, 2025 • 1h 7min

Anthony Edwards's Technical Difficulties. Plus, Paul George Puts the Pod Down. | Real Ones

Austin Rivers, a former NBA player with 11 years in the league, joins the discussion on Anthony Edwards' ejection due to technical fouls. He shares insights into how this impacts young athletes' images and offers advice on enhancing Ant-Man's stardom. The conversation also delves into Paul George's decision to pause his podcast, exploring how active player media engagements can influence performance and team dynamics. With a mix of serious analysis and light banter, the chat highlights the balancing act athletes face between personal expression and professional responsibilities.

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