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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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Dec 13, 2023 • 1h 11min
Which Teams Should Buy, Sell, or Stay Put as Trade Season Begins | Group Chat
Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre discuss whether the New Orleans Pelicans, Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Memphis Grizzlies, and Atlanta Hawks should buy, sell, or stay put during trade season. They analyze the trade market for Zion Williamson and explore strategies for improving team performance. They also discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' need for proactive changes and evaluate the Memphis Grizzlies' performance and future strategy. The speakers suggest potential trade options and analyze Trey Young's impact as a point guard.

Dec 11, 2023 • 1h
Was the In-Season Tournament a Success? Plus, Is Bron and Bronny Playing Together Really a Possibility? | Real Ones
LeBron James' treatment of the in-season tournament influenced how seriously it was taken by the league. The hosts react to Bronny James's USC debut and discuss the possibility of the first father and son duo in the NBA.

Dec 10, 2023 • 1h 17min
The Lakers Make In-Season Tourney History. Plus, Some Historic Losers. | Group Chat
The podcast discusses the Lakers' in-season tournament championship and Anthony Davis's dominant performance. They also highlight the historic losing streaks of the Spurs and Pistons and express concerns about both teams. Additionally, they mention the Toronto Raptors and propose changes to the in-season tournament format. Finally, they analyze the decision-making and struggling situation of the Detroit Pistons.

Dec 7, 2023 • 55min
What’s Holding Zion and the Pelicans Back? Plus, LeBron Is All About the Vibes. | Real Ones
The hosts discuss the benchmarks for a successful NBA in-season tournament, the obstacles facing Zion and the Pelicans, and LeBron's focus on vibes.

Dec 6, 2023 • 1h 6min
Have the New Bucks Arrived? Plus, More Takeaways From the In-Season Tournament Quarterfinals. | Group Chat
Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre provide takeaways from the in-season tournament quarterfinals. They discuss the offensive potential of the Milwaukee Bucks, the need for improvement in defensive abilities, and the upcoming match between the Bucks and Pacers.

Dec 4, 2023 • 1h 4min
In-Season Tournament Check-In | Real Ones
The podcast discusses the importance of the in-season tournament, Tyrese Haliburton's success with the Pacers, the vibes of the Knicks, the Giannis and Dame duo, and how the Lakers should be feeling with their middling start to the season.

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Dec 3, 2023 • 1h 26min
Western Conference Confidence Scale | Group Chat
The hosts debate and rank Western Conference teams, discuss the Kings' success and potential trade targets, explore the make-or-miss nature of the Mavericks, analyze Nikola Jokic's performance and flopping tendencies, talk about the Suns' confidence and Durant vs Booker, debate improving the Kings' chances with a trade for Jeremy Grant, discuss Lakers trade possibilities and concerns, analyze Draymond Green's performance and team standing, and discuss the challenges faced by the New Orleans Pelicans.

Dec 1, 2023 • 39sec
Trailer for the 2025-2026 NBA Season!
Get a sneak peek of The Ringer NBA Show's 2023-2024 season with returning podcasts Real Ones and Group Chat, along with new addition Howard Beck. Discover the new release schedule and don't forget to subscribe and rate!

Nov 30, 2023 • 1h 5min
The Beginning of the End for the Warriors and Unpacking the In-Season Tournament Group Winners | Real Ones
The podcast discusses the Golden State Warriors' elimination from the in-season tournament and the current state of both teams. They analyze the eight teams that made it out of the group stage and break down the matchups. The hosts also share their 'Real Ones of the Week'. The chapter descriptions include topics like the decline of the Warriors, the in-season tournament, analyzing matchups, defensive struggles of the Milwaukee Bucks, and upcoming Vegas shows.

Nov 29, 2023 • 1h 7min
A Wild Finish to In-Season Tournament Group Play | Group Chat
The podcast discusses the final day of in-season tournament group play in the NBA, including the teams that made it to the knockout round. The hosts also cover the LaMelo Ball injury news and Mark Cuban's sale of his majority stake in the Dallas Mavericks.


