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The Ripple Effects of the KAT Blockbuster Trade, and a Goodbye to Dikembe. Plus, Preseason NBA Power Rankings, Part 2. | Group Chat Oct 01, 2024

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Justin, Rob, and Wos begin the show with their thoughts on Karl-Anthony Towns getting traded to the Knicks. They discuss how this changes the Knicks' outlook, why the Timberwolves made this deal, and more. Then they share memories and talk about the life of Dikembe Mutombo, who passed away at the age of 58 (34:36). Then they continue their power rankings by discussing teams 25-21.

Utah Jazz (39:18)

Chicago Bulls (52:48)

Toronto Raptors (1:02:18)

Atlanta Hawks (1:14:19)

Houston Rockets (1:26:59)

Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre

Producer: Isaiah Blakely

Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz

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Urgency Pod! Does the KAT Trade Really Move the Needle for the Knicks or Timberwolves? Sep 28, 2024

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The Ringer’s Howard Beck and Michael Pina fire up the mics to break down the ins and outs of the Knicks-Timberwolves blockbuster that sends Karl Anthony Towns to New York in exchange for Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo. The guys discuss Michael getting a tip earlier in the day that the deal was going down (2:25) before comparing the trade to the Oklahoma City Thunder’s trade of James Harden in 2012 (6:00).

Then, they attempt to answer the all-important question: does this trade actually move the needle for the Knicks and Timberwolves (16:51) before making predictions on where each team will rank in their respective conferences (37:50).

Also, be sure to check out Michael Pina's latest piece: The Karl-Anthony Towns Trade Could Haunt the Knicks and Wolves.

Hosts: Howard Beck and Michael Pina

Producer: Ben Cruz

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Preseason NBA Power Rankings, Part 1 | Group Chat Sep 26, 2024

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Justin, Rob, and Wos are back with their annual preseason power rankings. To start the rankings off, they discuss the bottom five teams in the NBA.

Brooklyn Nets (8:07)
Washington Wizards (27:15)
Portland Trail Blazers (40:02)
Detroit Pistons (1:00:12)
Charlotte Hornets (1:10:22)

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Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre

Producer: Isaiah Blakely

Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz

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Were the Joel Embiid and Jamal Murray Extensions a Wise Move? | Real Ones Sep 24, 2024

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Howard and Raja start off the pod with an exciting update regarding Logan! Then, they go through the recent extensions of Joel Embiid (6:00) and Jamal Murray (23:00) and whether both were wise moves from the Sixers and Nuggets. After, they look into whether the Miami Heat potentially resigning Jimmy Butler is a smart or stagnant move (30:00). Also, they look into whether the Nuggets’ turnover over the past years highlights how quickly championship windows unravel (39:00).

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Hosts: Howard Beck and Raja Bell

Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Eduardo Ocampo

Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz

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Six Players We’re Most Interested in Sep 18, 2024

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Kyle, Seerat, and Michael bring two players each that they’re intrigued by going into the '24-'25 season.

Hosts: J. Kyle Mann, Seerat Sohi, and Michael Pina

Producer: Isaiah Blakely

Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz

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Addressing Cathy Engelbert’s Comments, MVP Contenders, and the Lynx’s Playoff Potential | Ringer WNBA Show Sep 13, 2024

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Seerat is joined by The Athletic’s James Boyd to talk about the Fever’s recent play and Caitlin Clark’s continued impact on the league (1:38). Then, writer Katie Heindl joins to talk through the fallout of Cathy Engelbert’s CNBC comments and discuss what happens next (53:35). And lastly, reporter Mark Schindler hops on to discuss the Lynx’s playoff potential and who he thinks will take MVP this season (1:24:26).

Host: Seerat Sohi

Guests: James Boyd, Katie Heindl, and Mark Schindler

Producer: Erika Cervantes

Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

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Mental Health in the NBA Before and Now. Plus, DeMar DeRozan on a New Chapter With the Kings and His New Book, ‘Above the Noise.’ | Real Ones Sep 12, 2024

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Howard and Raja take a look into how the discussion around mental health in the NBA has evolved over the years. They start off by discussing the reaction back when DeMar DeRozan and Kevin Love opened up about their mental health struggles (06:06), how the issue was dealt with, if at all, during Raja’s playing days (10:33), and more. After, Howard sits down with DeRozan upon the release of his new book, ‘Above the Noise: My Story of Chasing Calm,’ to discuss his signing with the Kings, entering the later stage of his career, and his personal mental health journey (42:13).

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Hosts: Howard Beck and Raja Bell

Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Eduardo Ocampo

Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz

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Caitlin Clark and the Fever’s Rise, Sky’s Youth Movement and the Aces’ Three-Peat Quest | Ringer WNBA Show Sep 06, 2024

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Seerat Sohi kicks off the debut episode of ‘The Ringer WNBA Show’ by talking with Indiana Fever play-by-play commentator Pat Boylan to discuss the Fever’s latest hot streak and the rise of Caitlin Clark (1:36).

Seerat is then joined by Annie Costabile of the Chicago Sun-Times to discuss Angel Reese and the rest of the youth movement happening with the Chicago Sky (32:38).

The show wraps with an in-depth conversation with Nekias Duncan about the defending champion Las Vegas Aces and the bumps on the road they’ve hit on their quest for a three-peat (55:08).

Host: Seerat Sohi

Guests: Pat Boylan, Annie Costabile, Nekias Duncan

Producer: Brian H. Waters

Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

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Three Teams We’re Most Excited About Next Season Sep 05, 2024

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Kyle, Seerat, and Michael are back together to make their case for the teams they’re most looking forward to watch play heading into the 2024-25 NBA season.

Hosts: J. Kyle Mann, Seerat Sohi, Michael Pina

Producer: Erika Cervantes

Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz

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Steph Curry Extends. Plus, Leap Candidates, ‘Starting 5’ Lineups, and More. | Group Chat Aug 29, 2024

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Justin and Wos start with the recent news that Steph Curry signed an extension with the Warriors and discuss what that means for him and the organization moving forward (5:23). Then they open up the mailbag to answer some listener questions about the 'Starting 5' cast, leap candidates, and more (17:03).

Hosts: Justin Verrier and Wosny Lambre

Producer: Isaiah Blakely

Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz

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