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The Ringer NBA Show

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

Now that the dust has settled on the major offseason moves and key acquisitions, J. Kyle Mann and Michael Pina have decided to come up with their hierarchy for the Eastern Conference and rank where they think each team stands right now. Following the... more

Howard Beck and Michael Pina have their way-too-early NBA player awards for the 2026-2027 season. Find out their jalapeño and reaper picks for Defensive Player of the Year, Sixth Man of the Year, Most Improved Player, Rookie of the Year, Coach of the... more

That's right! LeBron James is headed to Philly and joining the Sixers on a two-year deal. Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck discuss the move, which is likely to be the last of his career. Why did LeBron choose Philly? How does he fit with the... more

Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck put a bow on the 2025-26 NBA season with their sixth annual Realys Awards. Find out who wins the highly anticipated Real One of the Year award, who Raja crowns as the Raja Bell Memorial Defender of the Year, ... more

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Recent Guests

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
Raja Bell
Former player, guest on Real Ones for balance on LaMelo Ball discussions
Basketball analyst/ former NBA player
Episode: LaMelo Is Headed to Minnesota! | 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 segments and co-host on The Ringer NBA Show; long-time NBA analyst.
Justin Verrier
Host of Group Chat; regular on The Ringer NBA Show; veteran NBA journalist.
Rob Mahoney
Co-host on Group Chat; contributor/analyst with deep NBA evaluation background.
J. Kyle Mann
Co-host on Group Chat; writer and NBA analyst.
Howard Beck
Co-host on Real Ones / The Ringer NBA Show; veteran basketball analyst.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 15.5k ratings
  • 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 States17 days 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 Statesa month ago
  • Don't waste ur time listening

    they talk too much about random boring stuff that are NOT sports related come on guys UP UR GAME!!! Sometimes I get fed up with these guys.😤 IM DONE WITH THIS POD!!!! Do us a favor and talk about sports for a solid 45 minutes!!!!!

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    Sports podcast obsesser
    United Statesa month ago
  • Group chat

    The group chat podcast is horrible since big wos been took another job

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Girlslovedreads
    United Statesa month ago
  • 5⭐️ for Group 1for real ones

    In answer to the previous listeners question about why do they ambush us with ads w/o the courtesy of “We’ll be right back” thank the guy with the most obnoxious voice in podcasting. Bill Simmons. Rather than show respect for his audience, because longtime listeners don’t want to hear the guy who talks through his nose and go straight to the FF button.

    Every ringer podcast does it although nobody is a bigger offender than Zack Lowe. To Simmons we are all just a bunch of marks who exist so he ca... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    Juanhuknows
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many cite strong banter and entertaining takes, though audio balance and interruptions get criticism.
Listeners praise the deep basketball knowledge and chemistry among hosts.
Fans appreciate the mix of veteran analysis and player perspectives; some prefer more guests or guest variety.

Chart Rankings

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

Spotify
#26
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#158
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#126
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#160
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#15
Philippines/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#74
Russia/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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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What is The Ringer NBA Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A basketball-focused discussion show featuring a rotating trio of regulars who break down playoff series, draft chatter, and front-office moves with a candid, banter-heavy style. Across recent episodes, topics span the NBA playoffs, up-and-coming stars like Victor Wembanyama, and strategic debates about team construction, coaching decisions, and league narratives, all sprinkled with pop culture and light humor. Noteworthy is the balance between deep analysis and personality-driven banter, plus frequent live sponsor reads that reflect a contemporary podcast ecosystem. This mix likely appeals to hardcore hoops fans who want both cogent breakdowns and entertaining host dynamics, as well as listeners who enjoy insider perspectives from former p... more

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

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