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An Update on the Robert Sarver Investigation, Kyrie Irving’s Return to Home Games, and More With Howard Beck | Real Ones Mar 24, 2022

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Logan welcomes Sports Illustrated’s Howard Beck to talk about his recent reporting about the ongoing Robert Sarver investigation (0:40), the rule relaxation that will allow Kyrie Irving to play home games (22:23), and what it was like covering the Kobe-Shaq Lakers (33:57).

Host: Logan Murdock

Guest: Howard Beck

Producer: Sasha Ashall

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Eastern Conference Survivor, Plus Hot-Seat Rankings | Group Chat Mar 23, 2022

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Justin, Rob, and Wos pick four Eastern Conference teams to get out of the first round and then vote on the team they think will make the Finals (3:58). They also discuss the recent scoring boom and pick out which coaches are on the hot seat (42:15).

Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, Wosny Lambre

Associate Producer: Isaiah Blakely

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The Worst Kentucky Loss Ever, Chet Holmgren Under Pressure, and More Tournament Reactions | Upside High Mar 22, 2022

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J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks start the pod by revisiting Kentucky’s stunning loss to Saint Peter’s in the first round of the NCAA tournament. They then pivot to Chet Holmgren’s performance in Gonzaga’s win over Memphis and how NBA teams may be looking at him as the draft approaches (10:39). Next, they analyze some of the other big games that happened over the weekend: Auburn-Miami (19:46), Duke–Michigan State (27:57), and Texas-Purdue (33:42). They wrap things up by looking forward to their favorite matchups coming up on the bracket (37:32).

Hosts: J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks

Production Assistance: Chris Sutton

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Is Trae Young the Greatest Hawk of All Time? Plus More With Rembert Browne | Real Ones Mar 21, 2022

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While Raja hits the slopes, Logan welcomes Rembert Browne to fill in as guest host as only he can. They catch up on the Hawks’ season and Trae Young’s supremacy in Atlanta (3:00), Kyrie Irving’s impact on the Nets this season (18:00), and their shared love for ‘Abbott Elementary’ (37:00).

Host: Logan Murdock

Guest: Rembert Browne

Producers: Sasha Ashall and Mike Wargon

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Who’s to Blame for the Lakers' Disastrous Season | Weekends With Wos Mar 20, 2022

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Wos is joined by SB Nation’s Sabreena Merchant. They go down the line and discuss who is to blame for the Lakers' struggles this season, and then ask what the team can do in the offseason to improve (1:46). Then they talk about Sabreena's alma mater, Duke, Coach K's legacy, and the change to the program's image (24:37).

Host: Wosny Lambre

Guest: Sabreena Merchant

Associate Producer: Isaiah Blakely

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Will Playoff Small Ball Neutralize the Big Man Boom? | The Answer Mar 19, 2022

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Chris and Seerat begin the pod by talking about Kentucky's upset loss to St. Peters in the first round of the NCAA men's basketball tournament. They then shift their attention to the NBA to discuss the two big men currently leading the race—Nikola Jokic and Joel Embiid—and analyze the front courts of other teams like the Nets, Bucks, and Celtics as they head into the postseason. (6:36) They wrap things up by debating the viability of the center position in the NBA playoffs (27:02) and give some love to the recent play of the Memphis Grizzlies and Minnesota Timberwolves. (29:06)

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Seerat Sohi

Production Assistant: Chris Sutton

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Luka Doncic Puts on a Show in Brooklyn. Plus, the Timberwolves Are Surprisingly Good. | Real Ones Mar 17, 2022

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Logan is coming at you from Brooklyn after going to the Mavericks-Nets game on Wednesday night to discuss with Raja the feeling in the arena after Luka put on a show for the win (1:00). Then they talk about the surprising Timberwolves, who currently sit in the seventh seed in the West and who embarrassed the Lakers with a blowout win and plenty of taunting (28:00). Finally, they discuss the latest reporting on Steph Curry’s ankle injury (33:00) and each award their Real One of the Week.

Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell

Producer: Sasha Ashall

Associate Producer: Mike Wargon

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The Five Things That Still Need Sorting Out Over the Season’s Final Month | Group Chat Mar 16, 2022

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Justin, Rob, and Wos talk about five teams that have things to sort out, including the Nets (1:55), Sixers, Lakers (21:00), Timberwolves, and Nuggets. They also talk about the Rookie of the Year race and give their thoughts on the first two episodes of the HBO series 'Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty' (50:00).

Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, Wosny Lambre

Associate Producer: Isaiah Blakely

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March Madness, Players to Watch in the Tournament, and Kentucky Talk | Upside High Mar 15, 2022

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J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks look forward to the upcoming NCAA basketball tournament by reminiscing about their favorite individual performances from years past. They then focus on the current bracket and discuss the matchups they are excited to see.(11:02) Next, they analyze the potential stars and under-the-radar players who could raise their draft status with breakout games on a national stage.(16:51) They wrap things up by detailing the state of Kyle's beloved Kentucky Wildcats and the legacy of coach John Calipari. (41:51)

Hosts: J. Kyle Mann and Jonathan Tjarks

Production Assistance: Chris Sutton

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Breaking Down the Nets’ Big Win Over the 76ers | Real Ones Mar 14, 2022

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Logan and Raja first talk about Kevin Garnett’s jersey retirement in Boston and the dry-aged beef between KG and Ray Allen (1:00). Then they dive into the Nets’ blowout win over the 76ers last week (9:00) and the Bucks’ loss to Golden State (30:00).

Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell

Producer: Sasha Ashall

Associate Producer: Mike Wargon

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