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The Knicks Push the Eastern Conference Finals to Six. Plus, What’s Missing in Minnesota? | Real Ones May 30, 2025

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Logan, Raja, and Howard open the pod with some Miami traffic talk and a debate on which NBA cities have the worst traffic. The guys then recap Game 5 of the Eastern Conference finals, in which the Knicks defeated the Pacers and staved off elimination. What did the Knicks do differently in Game 5 to secure victory against the Pacers? Does the duo of Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns need to be respected more? What do both the Knicks and Pacers need to do to win Game 6? Was the Timberwolves' chemistry off in their Game 5 blowout loss to the Thunder? What’s next for the Wolves roster this offseason? What do they need to add? Plus, a loaded mailbag!

(0:50): Show start

(6:02): Knicks Force Game 6

(28:52): Fan Duel Ad Break

(29:45): Anthony Edwards + Wolves

(48:30): Mailbag

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Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck

Producers: Clifford Augustin and Victoria Valencia

Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz and Belle Roman

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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Thunder Punch Their Finals Ticket. Can Any West Team Stop Them From Here? | Group Chat May 29, 2025

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Justin, Rob, and Wos react to the Thunder winning the Western Conference and advancing to the NBA Finals. They also discuss how teams could plan to stop them in the future. Then, they discuss the Wolves' offseason questions and how the roster could change this summer. Lastly, they wrap up with some quick thoughts on Tyrese Haliburton’s flawless Game 4 performance in the Eastern Conference finals, putting the Pacers one win away from the NBA Finals.

Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre

Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Ben Cruz

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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Thunder Just One Win Away From an NBA Finals Appearance. Plus, Can the Knicks Reclaim Home Court? | Real Ones May 27, 2025

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Logan Murdock and Raja Bell start the pod by reminiscing about Allen Iverson's Philly days, and then they immediately shift to the Western Conference finals. The Oklahoma City Thunder have taken a commanding 3-1 lead in the WCF following a Game 4 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves Monday night. How has OKC taken Anthony Edwards out of his offensive game and forced the Wolves' role players to make plays? How has the physicality been in the WCF, and is SGA getting a more favorable whistle than others ? Karl Anthony-Towns had the performance of a lifetime, dropping 20 fourth-quarter points in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals to help the Knicks avoid an 0-3 record. Can the Knicks take Game 4 in Indy and reclaim home-court advantage? Plus, Podcast P is back with another clip The Real Ones had to discuss.

(5:46): Thunder - Wolves Series

(41:14): Fan Duel Ad Break

(45:35): Knicks - Pacers

(57:07): Pack Watch: Paul George

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Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell

Producer/Audio: Clifford Augustin

Video Producer: Victoria Valencia

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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Wolves Wallop the Thunder. Plus, How a Pacers Finals Run Could Alter the East Long-Term. | Group Chat May 25, 2025

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Justin, Rob, and Wos are here to react to another blowout in the Western Conference Finals. They discuss what went right for the Timberwolves and what happens next in this series. After that, they talk about the Pacers' 2-0 series lead over the Knicks. Then, they take a bigger picture look at what lessons teams can learn from the Pacers in terms of team building and they wonder who the contenders are in the East next season.

Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre

Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Ben Cruz

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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Thunder Surge and Take a 2-0 Lead in the Western Conference Finals. Knicks Face Pressure After Humbling Game 1 Loss. | Real Ones May 23, 2025

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Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck are back with another edition of Real Ones to discuss both conference finals series. The Oklahoma City Thunder, led by league MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, are currently up 2-0 on the Minnesota Timberwolves. How have they been able to bottle up Minnesota's offense while hitting another gear late in games. With this new CBA, how has OKC shown the blueprint for building a successful young team on the cusp of winning a championship? The Knicks fell to the Pacers in devastating fashion after losing a hefty lead late in the game, with Tyrese Haliburton hitting a game-tying shot at the end of regulation. How do the Knicks bounce back to even up the series at home ? What has Tyrese Haliburton shown the world this postseason?

(3:31): Wolves - Thunder Series

(34:06): Fan Duel Ad Break

(35:36): Knicks - Pacers Series

(1:00:58): Mailbag

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Producer/Audio: Clifford Augustin
Video Producer: Victoria Valencia

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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Knicks Choke Away Game 1. Plus, Has SGA’s Foul-Drawing Reached Harden Territory? | Group Chat May 22, 2025

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Justin, Rob, and Wos immediately give their thoughts on an instant-classic Game 1 which saw the Pacers make another incredible comeback to take a 1-0 series lead over the Knicks. Then, they discuss the Thunder-Wolves series. They discuss the foul-drawing going on, and if there are any concerns for Minnesota after Game 1.

Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre

Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Ben Cruz

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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NBA Conference Finals Preview and Predictions. Plus, What’s Next for the Denver Nuggets? | Real Ones May 20, 2025

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Logan and Raja are back to dive into the Thunder's decisive Game 7 win against Denver to head to the conference finals. It seems like Denver ran out of gas for the second straight year, this time against the young and spry Thunder. Has OKC met expectations so far? What’s next for the Nuggets and Nikola Jokic? Has Shai entered another level of superstardom? Shai and Anthony Edwards are the two stars people will be watching most closely in the next round of the playoffs. What should we expect to see from both of them? The Knicks and Pacers will face off for the second postseason in a row for a chance to advance to the finals. How will the Eastern Conference finals play out? The guys end the show by discussing the return of Podcast P with Gillie Da Kid and Wallo and the expectations for Paul George and the Sixers next season.

(2:53): OKC-Denver Recap

(15:15): Fan Duel Ad Break

(16:17): OKC-Wolves Preview + SGA’s playoff performance against Denver

(35:30) Pack Watch With Jomi Adeniran

(37:07): Pacers - Knicks Preview + Conference Finals Predictions

(56:31): Reaction to Podcast P interview with GIllie Da Kid

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Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell

Producer/Audio: Clifford Augustin

Video Producer: Victoria Valencia

Social: Keith Fujimoto

Pack Watch: Jomi Adeniran

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The Greatest Conference Final Preview of All Time | Group Chat May 19, 2025

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Justin, Rob, and Wos are back to give their thoughts on the Thunder’s Game 7 win over the Nuggets before previewing the conference finals. They start with the West and then move to the Eastern Conference final between the Knicks and Pacers.

Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre

Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Ben Cruz

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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Who Will Win the Giannis Sweepstakes? Plus, What Will the Offseason Look Like in Laker Land? | Real Ones May 17, 2025

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Sam Amick of The Athletic joined Logan and Howard to discuss some major looming offseason storylines. Will Giannis stay put in Milwaukee, or will he be headed for greener pastures elsewhere? What are the offseason priorities for the Lakers? LeBron most likely will be returning, but in what capacity? Is there a chance that Luka doesn't re-sign with the Lakers? Nikola Jokic is faced with yet another Game 7—still, he’s shown a lot since the Nuggets moved on from Mike Malone and Calvin Booth. What areas could Denver upgrade to keep Jokic happy? How will the Kings clean up their mess? Could the Suns' next head coach be a familiar face? Plus, Allen Iverson memory lane and a "Pack Watch" with Jomi Adeniran.

(3:10): Giannis Sweepstakes

(26:50): FanDuel Ad Break

(28:07): Lakers Offseason

(38:46): Pack Watch With Jomi Adeniran

(40:08): Nuggets Offseason

(54:32): Kings Talk

(1:04:55): Phoenix Suns Check-in

(1:09:55): Draft Lottery Talk

(1:11:48): Allen Iverson + Sixers Talk

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Hosts: Logan Murdock and Howard Beck
Guest: Sam Amick
Producer/Audio: Clifford Augustin
Video Producer: Victoria Valencia

Additional Production Support: Belle Roman

Social: Keith Fujimoto

Pack Watch: Jomi Adeniran

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The Luke Kornet Game Saves the Celtics. Plus, Wolves March On, and Next Questions After the Draft Lottery. | Group Chat May 15, 2025

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Justin, Rob, and Wos jump right in with their thoughts on the Celtics saving their season and winning Game 5. Then, they discuss the Timberwolves closing out their series against the Warriors in five games. They discuss how Minnesota will fare in the conference finals, and what’s next for the Warriors.

Lastly, they wrap up with some questions moving forward for the rest of the league now that the draft order is set.

Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre

Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Ben Cruz

Social: Keith Fujimoto and Kiera Givens

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