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The Ringer NBA Show

The Ringer
NBA
Oklahoma City Thunder
Victor Wembanyama
New York Knicks
San Antonio Spurs
Lebron James
NBA Playoffs
Detroit Pistons
Los Angeles Lakers
Houston Rockets
Cleveland Cavaliers
Golden State Warriors
NBA Finals
Boston Celtics
Indiana Pacers
Denver Nuggets
Jalen Brunson
Kevin Durant
Basketball
Dallas Mavericks

The Ringer NBA squad provides the insight, reporting, and analysis that you need in your life right here on The Ringer NBA Show. On Mondays and Thursdays, 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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Latest Episodes

On the latest edition of The Ringer NBA Show, Howard Beck and Michael Pina discuss their most intriguing story lines heading into the 2026-27 season. Which former Finals MVP has the best chance of capturing a ring again? Is there an in-season trade t... more

After ranking the teams in the East, J. Kyle Mann and Michael Pina return to create their hierarchy for the Western Conference. Can the Thunder get back on track to dethrone the Spurs in the West? How far can Steph Curry carry the Warriors? Is LaMelo... more

Justin, Rob, and JKM have finally reassembled and are ready to talk hoops and discuss what they think they know about the highly anticipated 2026-27 NBA season. Now that LeBron is no longer a Laker, has the front office built a team that complements ... more

Welcome to another episode of Ringer NBA Lore, where we remember iconic teams and moments in NBA history. Today, Logan Murdock is joined by Joel Anderson and Bomani Jones, both of whom are Houston natives and followed the Rockets closely during thei... more

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Recent Guests

Tim Kawakami
Lakers beat writer who covered the team in 1999-2000
Los Angeles Times
Episode: Ringer NBA Lore: The 1999-2000 Champion Los Angeles Lakers
Dylan Harper
Rookie discussed as newcomer of the year candidate
Basketball players discussed on show
Episode: The 2026 Realys Awards | Real Ones
Cooper Flagg
Young prospect discussed as newcomer of the year candidate
Basketball players discussed on show
Episode: The 2026 Realys Awards | Real Ones
Michael Pina
Friend of the show and basketball writer
Basketball media (The Athletic)
Episode: The LeBron Sweepstakes. Plus, Analytics in the NBA. | Real Ones
Dusty May
Head coach, Dallas Mavericks (guest)
Dallas Mavericks
Episode: Is Giannis Better Off in Boston or Miami? Plus, Dusty Does Dallas and Draft Cause and Effect. | Group Chat
Tate Frazier
Special guest, college basketball expert
The Ringer
Episode: Mocking the Draft Lottery, With Tate Frazier! | Group Chat
Tom Green
Host/guest who interacted during the Ben Stiller segment
Episode: NBA Finals Leftovers! | Real Ones
Ben Stiller
Friend of the show; playing a documentary subject and longtime Knicks enthusiast
Friend of the Show
Episode: Knicks Win it All with Ben Stiller! | Real Ones
Joel Anderson
Crossover guest from Press Box
Press Box
Episode: Annual NBA Broadcast Power Rankings | Real Ones

Hosts

Logan Murdock
Host of Real Ones; NBA analyst and reporter
Raja Bell
Co-host on Real Ones; former NBA player and analyst
Howard Beck
Co-host on Real Ones; veteran NBA writer and analyst
Michael Pina
Guest/regular on Real Ones; basketball writer

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 15.5k ratings
  • Please talk about basketball

    These guys ramble about nonsense. Took like 20 minutes in the last episode for them to get done talking about bugs and shirts and start talking about basketball stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Aaron Marcizzle
    United States12 days ago
  • Not bad

    Only listen to group chat…I like Rob

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AbukaDonkey
    United States23 days ago
  • Lost Credibility

    The recent East rankings was so unbelievably bad, biased, and loses all credibility. The whole ringer meat rides the celtics so hard, its insufferable. Celtics lose JB and they rank them 2nd?! Hornets lose Melo and Bridges and they rank them ABOVE the Heat?! The whole ringer talks higher of Hugo than they do Giannis. Just disgraceful. Philly with Bron, JB, Maxey, and Embiid not even in the top 6 is insane. I could go on. Just a brutal listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Vanagunky
    United Statesa month ago
  • Liberals being liberals

    Typical nose in the air run of the mill liberals trying to talk sports and failing miserably.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    this show used to be good
    United States2 months ago
  • Group Chat Editor Is The GOAT

    You really ought to pay your editor double for cutting in an ABC Dancing with the Stars ad immediately after Kyle says “oven hot fart oppressive.” It brought me a lot of joy.

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WizarsdTrashTalker
    United States2 months ago

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Feedback highlights occasional ad reads and audio balance issues as areas for improvement.
Some listeners push back on politics or interruptions, but many value the entertainment and hot-take energy.
Listeners appreciate deep NBA knowledge and strong host banter, with high engagement during trade talk and offseason takes.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#35
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#104
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#87
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#101
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#219
Italy/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#14
Russia/Sports

Talking Points

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Spurs Win Game 3 at MSG | Real Ones
Q: What did you think about the officiating across the three games?
The panel believes there has been inconsistency in how the game is called, with stretches of physical play followed by whistle-heavy moments, which affects players' ability to set their rhythm and teams' strategic approaches in the fourth quarter.
Biggest Questions Following the First Weekend of the Playoffs | Real Ones
Q: What truths about the league coming into the season have changed or been challenged in the playoffs?
The panel acknowledges underestimation and unpredicted shifts, noting margins and late-game execution as crucial; teams like the Thunder have proven margins and craftiness matter, while others faced unexpected adaptations and the reality of playoff intensity reshaping expectations.
Mailbag: Most Improved Player, Postseason Narratives, Life Lessons From Basketball, and More | Group Chat
Q: How do you all nominate candidates for next year's Most Improved Race based on recent flashes?
The hosts discuss a range of players, weighing recent performance, trajectory, and fit with the award's typical profile, while highlighting specific contenders like Matas Buzelas and Taylor Hendricks and debating whether players like Cody Williams or Musa Diabate could emerge as surprising ballots.
The Most Important Questions Going Into the Back Half of the Season | Real Ones
Q: Which second tier playoff team do you think has the greatest chance to play spoiler?
I think the Timberwolves have a better playoff bona fides than the Sixers, but I also think the Sixers are positioned to be more consistent.
The Most Important Questions Going Into the Back Half of the Season | Real Ones
Q: Do we think that Jayson Tatum is going to be back? And when he does come back, how effective will he be?
There's a lot of smoke that he's going to come back if the Celtics are still in a position where they think they can do some damage, but he might punt if they think otherwise.

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Two NBA-focused talk shows feature sharp basketball analysis, roster building, and high-velocity banter driven by deep knowledge of the sport. Episodes oscillate between strategic breakdowns of teams, players, and trades and playful debates, often weaving in pop culture and light self-deprecation. A standout is the strong chemistry among regulars, with some episodes leaning into hypothetical big-move scenarios, awards-season fantasy, and Summer League takeaways, supplemented by sponsor reads. This mix attracts listeners who want thorough basketball insight delivered with personality and quick, overlapping debate. The format also supports guest appearances that add external perspective to the core group's analysis, making it a versatile opti... more

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1. Tim Kawakami
2. Dylan Harper
3. Cooper Flagg
4. Michael Pina
5. Dusty May
6. Tate Frazier
7. Tom Green
8. Ben Stiller

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