The Ringer NBA Show

Austin and Pausha are back to preview Game 6 of the Eastern Conference finals (02:00). Then, the guys talk about LeBron’s retirement scare this week and his impact on the NBA (28:00). Later, Callie Curry joins Pausha to add to the Celtics vs Heat dialogue (54:00).Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha HaghighiGuest: Callie CurryProducer: Jonathan KermahAdditional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja kick things off with a brief discussion of LeBron alluding to retirement, before taking a moment to put respect on the Nuggets' name (17:00). Later, the guys predict what’s to come in tonight’s Game 5 between the Heat and Celtics in Boston (37:00).Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja BellProducer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and Wos kick off the pod by discussing Boston's extended season after winning Game 4 of the Eastern Conference finals over Miami (02:58). They talk about the Celtics’ adjustments and whether its depth can carry them forward, if Miami is on the verge of slowing down, and Joe Mazzulla’s future. After, they discuss LeBron James’s retirement comments, whether the Lakers should go for another star or invest in their youth, and hypothetical trades for James (34:46).Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny LambreProducer: Eduardo OcampoAdditional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seerat and Michael begin the podcast by sharing their reactions to the Nuggets' sweep of the Lakers, and giving big flowers to Nikola Jokic. Next, they take a look at L.A.’s future prospects, and ponder if Kyrie Irving could be donning the purple and gold next season (19:20). Finally, they shift their focus to the Eastern Conference finals and speculate on changes the Celtics will make to their roster and coaching staff if they end up losing the series as expected (44:29).Hosts: Seerat Sohi and Michael PinaAssociate Producer: Chris SuttonProduction Supervision: Benjamin Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja are back to talk about the Celtics getting embarrassed by the Heat in a must-win Game 3 in Miami (02:00), before turning their praises to this improbable title-contending Miami Heat team (27:00). Then the guys talk Nuggets vs. Lakers and what the future could look like for the Lakers if they get swept (41:00). Later, the guys celebrate Carmelo Anthony after his retirement announcement (51:00).Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja BellProducer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys return with an exciting reaction episode to Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals between the Denver Nuggets and the Los Angeles Lakers, with Rob Mahoney checking in live from Crypto.com Arena. The guys start off touching on the Nuggets' cohesive effort in the 2-man game with Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray. Next, they talk about the Lakers' offense lacking, switching up their rotation and D’Angelo Russell’s struggles (10:27). Rob speaks on the overall vibe in the post-game press conferences (19:07), LeBron’s performance (20:09), and a potential Kyrie Irving and LeBron James takeover for next season (23:10). Later in the episode, the guys discuss the news around James Harden potentially going back to the Rockets and how that will affect Joel Embiid and the 76ers (31:05). And lastly they share their quick thoughts on the Eastern Conference Finals as the series shifts to Miami (46:37).Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny LambreProducer: Jade WhaleyAdditional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

J. Kyle Mann and Tyler Parker return this weekend to discuss Game 2 of the Heat-Celtics Eastern Conference Finals with so much to breakdown. The guys touch on their broad takes of the series thus far (2:42), Heat nation and Pat Riley’s free agency pitches (4:24), first half stats (8:25), and specific player performances by Jaylen Brown (9:00), Duncan Robinson (10:40), Caleb Martin (13:52), Bam Adebayo (21:56). They also speak on a few game-making plays, the heated competition of Jimmy Butler vs Grant Williams (28:19) and Jimmy Butler’s incredible performance (37:04)!Hosts: J. Kyle Mann and Tyler ParkerProducer: Jade Whaley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Austin and Pausha kick off the pod talking about Joe Mazzulla’s obsession with ‘The Town’ and if Austin has any similar traditions (07:48) Then, they discuss the Draft Lottery results, including Wemby’s fit in San Antonio and whether Portland should trade away Damian Lillard (11:04). They also give their thoughts on the Sixers letting go of Doc Rivers and the speed of turnover in the NBA (25:11). After that, they touch on Ja Morant’s second suspension, give their thoughts on the Conference Finals, and discuss who’s better: Austin Reaves or Jordan Poole? (39:04)Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha HaghighiProducers: Ben Cruz and Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logan and Raja are back to discuss the recent NBA head coach firings around the league, the reasons behind the current trend, and what it means for the rest of the league (2:23). Next, they talk about Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat stealing Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals against the Boston Celtics (35:43). Later, the guys break down the main takeaways from Game 1 of the Western Conference finals between the Denver Nuggets and the Los Angeles Lakers before previewing Game 2 (50:47). Finally, the guys close with their Real Ones of the Week (58:30).Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja BellProducer: Jonathan KermahProduction Assistant: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Wos start the pod by reacting to Miami taking homecourt advantage away from Boston in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals (01:59). They discuss another masterclass performance by Jimmy Butler, how much blame should be placed on Joe Mazzulla, and more. Then, they talk about the ripple effect resulting from the draft lottery, including whether San Antonio should accelerate their rebuild, the Blazers’ potentially trading the no. 3 pick, and the Rockets-James Harden rumors (27:15). They end with a quick preview of Game 2 between the Lakers and Nuggets (57:06).Hosts: Justin Verrier and Wosny LambreProducer: Eduardo OcampoAdditional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices