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Rockets on Life Support & Pat Riley's Eye Opening Press Conference (w/ Rachel Nichols) Apr 28, 2026

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down what might be causing Nikola Jokić’s less-than-stellar play, the Cavaliers’ mediocre play against the Raptors, whether the Magic can pull off an upset against the Pistons, why Kevin Durant is not the issue for the Rockets in their series against the Lakers, Steve Kerr’s proposal to end the three-point shot, and what to make of Pat Riley’s interesting state-of-the–Miami Heat press conference.

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Billy Donovan OUT In Chicago & the Blazers Get Cheaper (w/ Rachel Nichols) Apr 23, 2026

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss Billy Donovan’s exit as head coach of the Chicago Bulls and whether he could land with the Warriors if Steve Kerr steps down. They also examine the rumor mill surrounding cost-cutting measures by new Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon and the surprising turn in the Lakers–Rockets series.

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The WNBA’s PR Problems & NBA Playoffs Preview (w/ Evan Turner) Apr 17, 2026

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Chris Mannix and Evan Turner discuss the cost of owning a team in smaller markets, then break down Luka Dončić and Cade Cunningham receiving exceptions to the league’s 65-game rule, why the WNBA keeps getting in its own way as it grows in popularity, and their predictions for the first round of the playoffs.

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The Bucks Disastrous Season & the Lakers Playoff Odds (w/ Rachel Nichols) Apr 14, 2026

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down the strange end to the regular season, discuss what the Bucks might do with Giannis this offseason after firing Doc Rivers, and look at some of the best playoff matchups, as well as what LeBron will do this offseason after what will surely be an early playoff exit.

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Tatum's Cathartic MSG Return & The Houston Rockets Catch Fire (w/ Evan Turner) Apr 10, 2026

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Chris Mannix and Evan Turner break down Joel Embiid’s unlucky case of appendicitis, then discuss Jayson Tatum’s triumphant return to Madison Square Garden less than a year after tearing his Achilles there in the playoffs. They also examine whether the Houston Rockets’ recent winning streak is enough to carry them deep into the playoffs and the tight MVP race between Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel.

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UNC's Shocking Michael Malone Hire & Lakers Injury Woes (w/ Rachel Nichols) Apr 07, 2026

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Chris Mannix & Rachel Nichols break down the Chicago Bulls finally cleaning house in their front office, why Michael Malone decided to forgo a return to the NBA to coach at the University of North Carolina, how major injuries to Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves have doomed the Lakers’ promising season, and whether the showdown between Nikola Jokić and Victor Wembanyama is a preview of things to come in the playoffs.

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Will LeBron Take Less Money & Knicks Rollercoaster Season Continues (w/ Evan Turner) Apr 02, 2026

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Chris Mannix and Evan Turner break down how the Lakers have remained the NBA’s hottest team and whether LeBron James will take less money to contribute to a contender next season. They also discuss how the Knicks are caught in another rough spell and Jayson Tatum winning Player of the Week as another step in his remarkable comeback.

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Luka Surging For MVP & Confusing Anti-Tanking Proposals (w/ Rachel Nichols) Mar 31, 2026

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down how Luka Dončić is making a late-season MVP push, Adam Silver’s very complicated anti-tanking proposals he outlined at the annual Board of Governors meetings, why the Sixers could surprise someone in the first round of the playoffs, and the increasingly complex trade situation involving Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks.

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Closest MVP Race in Years & The Cam Thomas Situation (w/ Evan Turner) Mar 26, 2026

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Chris Mannix and Evan Turner break down how this year's MVP race could come down to the wire, as well as which three players they believe are most deserving. They also share additional thoughts on the increasingly scrutinized 65-game minimum rule and discuss what the future holds for Cam Thomas after being waived by two tanking teams within a month

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The Lakers & Knicks Finally Get Through Midseason Struggles (w/ Rachel Nichols) Mar 24, 2026

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss whether there will be any updates on league expansion or the Clippers investigation at the Board of Governors meetings before discussing the Lakers winning nine in a row behind Luka Dončić, why Karl-Anthony Towns keeps getting criticized even when the Knicks win, and what is going wrong for the Rockets to end the season

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