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The Ringer NBA squad provides the insight, reporting, and analysis that you need in your life right here on The Ringer NBA Show. On Sundays and Wednesdays, check out 'Group Chat' with Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney and J. Kyle Mann . Tap in on Tuesdays and Fridays for 'Real Ones' with Logan Murdock, Raja Bell and Howard Beck.
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Nov 20, 2018 • 50min
Will Anyone Trade for John Wall? | The Mismatch (Ep. 341)
John Wall’s gargantuan contract stifles his trade value (2:27), the Sacramento Kings continue to outperform expectations in the crowded Western Conference (13:56), and the teams on a streak, winning or losing (33:19).Hosts: Chris Vernon, Kevin O’Connor
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Nov 19, 2018 • 56min
The Wizards (Finally) Want to Blow It Up | Heat Check (Ep. 340)
The devastatingly underachieving Washington Wizards look to sell, sell, sell (3:17) and the glut of talent in the Western Conference coagulates even further (31:13).Host: John GonzalezGuests: Joe House, Jonathan Tjarks
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Nov 16, 2018 • 46min
Sophomore Surge or Sophomore Slump? | The Corner 3 (Ep. 339)
Jimmy Butler’s tight fit in Philadelphia (1:07), a sophomore focus in this week’s The Kids Are Alright (23:26), and a look ahead at the weekend’s best games (37:36).Hosts: Kevin O'Connor, Danny Chau, Jonathan Tjarks
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Nov 15, 2018 • 51min
Relationship Counseling: Warriors Edition | Group Chat (Ep. 338)
Jimmy Butler’s debut for the Sixers didn’t go quite as smoothly as it could’ve—what does that mean for Ben Simmons (2:00)? Plus, Kevin Clark on the Magic (11:38), and a whole lot of Draymond Green and Kevin Durant melodrama (24:36).Hosts: Chris Ryan, Justin Verrier, Paolo Uggetti, Kevin Clark
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Nov 13, 2018 • 55min
The Rockets Don’t Stay Melo | The Mismatch (Ep. 337)
The Jimmy Butler trade reshapes both conferences (0:48), the Houston Rockets look to move on from their Carmelo Anthony experiment (10:06), the overachieving Los Angeles Clippers remain impressive (19:16), Caris LeVert’s injury sets back the Brooklyn Nets (26:44), and some teams’ expectations contrast with their performance (34:34).Hosts: Chris Vernon, Kevin O’Connor
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Nov 12, 2018 • 53min
Jimmy Butler Is a Sixer | Heat Check (Ep. 336)
The Minnesota Timberwolves finally trade Jimmy Butler to the Philadelphia 76ers.Host: John GonzalezGuests: Chris Ryan and Jason Concepcion
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Nov 9, 2018 • 43min
Zion Has Broken Our Mold of What a Pro Prospect Can Be | The Corner 3 (Ep. 335)
Duke’s trio of outstanding freshman surpassed our lofty expectations (1:38), the NBA’s shooting guard renaissance has caught us off guard (14:03), and we’re not quite sure if Milwaukee has what it takes to handle a tough West Coast road trip (34:37).
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Nov 8, 2018 • 43min
The Five Tenets of a Legendary League Pass Team | Group Chat (Ep. 334)
Kyrie Irving is totally not mad online about Jamal Murray, and the Boston Celtics totally don’t have a problem with offensive distribution (1:20). Plus, could the Lakers be the best League Pass team in NBA history? (22:37).The Lakers May Be the Greatest League Pass Team in History, Justin VerrierHosts: Chris Ryan, Justin Verrier, Haley O’Shaughnessy, Paolo Uggetti
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Nov 6, 2018 • 57min
The Deep, Dominant Raptors Keep Rolling Along | The Mismatch (Ep. 333)
A big night for Jamal Murray continues the Denver Nuggets’ hot streak (3:07), the torrid Toronto Raptors add another loss to the Utah Jazz’s disappointing start (14:53), precarious teams face sink-or-swim developments (32:58), and draft prospects look to shine as the college basketball season kicks off (47:55).Hosts: Chris Vernon, Kevin O’Connor
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Nov 5, 2018 • 1h 13min
The LeBron-Era Lakers’ Drama Intensifies | Heat Check (Ep. 332)
The Los Angeles Lakers add another loss to their turbulent start to the regular season (4:07), and the league’s offensive explosion is transforming defensive schemes (27:34). Plus, examining the importance of providing context to Derrick Rose’s comeback narrative (55:04).Host: John GonzalezGuests: Juliet Litman, Justin Verrier, Haley O’Shaughnessy
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