Best Andrew Sharp And Ben Golliver Podcasts (2025)

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Haliburton's Injury Clouds OKC's Title Clincher (w/ Rachel Nichols) 34:05

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss Tyrese Haliburton's devastating injury in game 7 and if the league can do anything to mitigate these injuries before breaking down Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's case for the hall of fame and if the Thunder can build a dynasty in today's modern party filled NBA Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands P…

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Lakers $10 Billion Sale & Game 7 Finals Showdown (w/ Mark Medina) 40:11

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Chris Mannix is joined by Mark Medina to discuss the Lakers $10 billion sale, if it's still profitable to run an NBA team, and what changes may come to the Lakers front office. We also break down the first Finals game 7 in ten years and discuss if the Thunder start a new dynasty or if the Pacers are the team of destiny Sponsored by: LinkedIn Jobs L…

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Desmond Bane Traded & Jalen Williams Ascension (w/ Rachel Nichols) 47:35

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss if the Indiana Fever need an enforcer for Caitlin Clark after a very physical game against the Connecticut Sun before getting into why the Desmond Bane trade was one of the rare trades where both teams win and why Jalen Williams will keep climbing the all nba rankiings next season after his 40 point explosion…

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Everyone Rejects The Knicks & Pacers Out Run OKC (w/ Rachel Nichols) 53:14

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss how the Knicks coaching search keeps getting more desperate as a fifth team denies a request to poach their play caller, how the Kevin Durant trade rumors intensifying means we are in for an eventful draft night, and what the Thunder need to do to even the series as the Pacers out hustle them in game three Ad…

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Thunder Even It Up & the Jason Kidd To Knicks Rumors (w/ Mark Medina) 31:30

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Chris Mannix discusses the rumors surrounding Jason Kidd leaving the Mavericks to coach the Knicks and why the Mavs should consider blowing up the roster around Cooper Flagg before he's joined by Mark Medina to break down how the Thunder bounced back from their own Pacers comeback to dominate in game 2 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/b…

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Thibs Shocking Firing & Thunder/Pacers Preview (w/ Rachel Nichols) 54:41

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols get into the surprise firing of Tom Thibodeau and question the motives behind letting a coach go that led the Knicks to their first conference finals in twenty five years. We also discuss the end of the NBA on TNT as the league goes to streaming, and preview the Finals matchup between the Thunder and Pacers Sponsored…

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The Knicks Need To Run It Back (w/ Fred Katz) 42:28

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Chris Mannix is joined by Fred Katz of The Athletic to talk about what the Knicks need to do after losing to the Pacers in the ECF, what Mitchell Robinson does for this team, the good and not so good of Karl-Anthony Towns, and how Jalen Brunson can become the best player in franchise history Sponsored by: Underdog Sports Must be 18 plus (19 plus in…

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Ant Edwards Playoff Struggles & Knicks Mix It Up (w/ Rachel Nichols) 53:06

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss Ant Edwards passive game four performance and if he still has room to grow as a player at only twenty three years old. We also discuss the Knicks lineup changes against the Pacers, what the Mavs can expect from Cooper Flagg next season, and what we can anticipate from Giannis Antetokounmpo's upcoming meeting …

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Dissecting That Crazy Pacers Comeback (w/ Rachel Nichols) 31:48

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the wild game ending comeback by the Pacers against the Knicks in game one, how Aaron Nesmith played at an an all star level down the stretch, the rampant flopping throughout the game, if Tyrese Haliburton's dad should be reinstated for the rest of the series, and more Sponsored by: LinkedIn Jobs Advertising …

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Nuggets Window Closing & ECF Preview (w/ Mark Medina) 41:34

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Chris Mannix is joined by Sportskeeda's Mark Medina to break down what moves the Nuggets have left with a talented yet shallow roster, what we can expect from a stacked Knicks/Pacers series, and the logistics of the Cavs keeping their championship window open by trading for Giannis Sponsored by: LinkedIn Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com…

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[Preview] OKC Survives and Looks Dominant in Game 7 24:55

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From the May 19 Episode: OKC Survives and Looks Dominant, A New Era in the West, Revisiting the Lottery and Ideas for the Spurs Subscribe at Greatest of All Talk.By Andrew Sharp and Ben Golliver

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Wolves In WCF Again & Warriors Still Contenders (w/ Rachel Nichols) 44:56

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols convene for the first time since the crazy draft lottery and share their ideas for how they'd fix the lottery odds, Julius Randle proving his doubters wrong this postseason, why we're still high on the Warriors as contenders going forward, and what the Celtics should do as they wrestle with losing Jayson Tatum for al…

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Inside The Most Dramatic Draft Lottery Ever (w/ Kevin Sweeney) 50:03

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Chris Mannix and SI's Kevin Sweeney talk live in Chicago at the NBA draft combine about the shocking draft lottery that saw the Mavericks jump to the number one pick and in position to draft Cooper Flagg. We also break down how a potential Giannis trade fits into the drafts, which tanking teams need to make a trade to move up, and our thoughts on s…

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Celtics Implode Against The Knicks (w/ Jay King) 27:18

2M ago27:18

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Chris Mannix talks to Jay King of The Athletic about the Celtics falling down 0-2 to the Knicks and how they've blown two twenty point leads, the less than stellar play of Jayson Tatum, the Hack-a-Mitchell strategy, and what could be the mystery illness inflicting Kristaps Porziņģis Sponsored by: LinkedIn LinkedIn.com/OPENFLOOR Advertising Inquirie…

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[Preview] The Celtics Collapse (Again) 19:52

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From the May 8 Episode: The Celtics Collapse and Head to New York 0-2, Mayhem Everywhere Else, A Massive Weekend in DenverBy Andrew Sharp and Ben Golliver

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A Huge Giannis Disagreement & Clippers Lackluster Ending (w/ Rachel Nichols) 41:17

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols take their Giannis trade disagreement even further after the Bucks first round defeat, Tyrese Haliburton using his player poll snub as playoff fuel, how Steph Curry's untimely injury will impact the Warriors, and what the Clippers should do after their completely healthy roster came up short in the first round Sponso…

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Rockets Not Ready Yet & The Giannis Conundrum (w/ Rachel Nichols) 46:32

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss Jimmy Butler's takeover against the Rockets in game 4 and if the Rockets bright future should include Jalen Green. We also get into JJ Redick playing his starting five for the entire second half of Game 4 and if and where Milwaukee should trade Giannis Antetokounmpo this offseason following Damian Lillard's d…

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[Preview] A Spectacular Weekend and Game 4 of Lakers-Wolves 30:36

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From the April 28 Episode: LeBron and the Lakers on the Brink, Nikola Jokic Listens to GOAT, The Pistons Get Robbed in Broad Daylight Subscribe at Greatest of All Talk.By Andrew Sharp and Ben Golliver

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Anonymous Poll Drama & Bucks In Trouble (w/ Rachel Nichols) 44:35

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss Rick Carlisle's comments about Tyrese Haliburton being named the league's most overrated player in an anonymous player poll, Luka trying to chase Rudy Gobert in the Lakers game 2 win, the Knicks having a tougher time against the Pistons than many thought, and what the Bucks will do in the offseason if they lo…

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Rockets Horrible Game 1 & Knicks Big Run (w/ Fred Katz) 47:33

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Chris Mannix is joined by Fred Katz of the Athletic to discuss if more changes are coming in Atlanta after the dismissal of GM Landry Fields before breking down the Rockets awful performance in game one against the Warriors, the Wolves packing up the Lakers in Los Angeles, and if the Pistons can adjust after a game one loss to the Knicks Sponsored …

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The Most Anticipated First Round Match Ups (w/ Rachel Nichols) 32:17

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down their most anticipated first round playoff series including: The two close to call matchup between the Nuggets and Clippers, what players need to step up for the Rockets in order to beat the playoff tested Warriors, how the Wolves will fare against the re tooled Lakers, the sure to be brawl between the Kni…

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Our NBA Awards Go To... (w/ Rachel Nichols) 55:21

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the disastrous media session held by Nico Harrison and the Mavs front office before revealing who we voted for the MVP, Most Improved Player, Coach of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Sixth Man of the Year, and more Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircl…

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Key Playoff Difference Makers (w/ Mark Medina) 33:09

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Chris Mannix is joined by Mark Medina to discuss the Suns firing head coach Mike Budenholzer before discussing what players will be key difference makers including Jayson Tatum, Evan Mobley, Giannis, Russell Westbrook, and more Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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[Preview] Clips-Warriors as an A+ Appetizer for the Playoffs 34:01

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From the April 15 Episode: The Playoffs are Back!, Clips-Warriors Takeaways and Other Questions and Concerns, Budenholzer and Griffin Fired Subscribe at Greatest of All Talk.By Andrew Sharp and Ben Golliver

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Luka Returns To Dallas & Michael Malone's Firing (w/ Rachel Nichols) 45:09

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols get into the good and bad of Luka's return to Dallas, the shocking firing of Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone, why we have some doubts about the title hopes for the Thunder this season, and the suns officially being eliminated from the playoff picture Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy Must be 18 years or older. …

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Unpacking A Hectic Lakers Season (w/ Dan Woike) 46:12

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Chris Mannix sits down with Dan Woike of the LA Times to discuss the state of the Lakers after a dominant win over the Oklahoma City Thunder and how Austin Reaves has looked like a border line all star, LeBron settling into a different role every night, and Luka Doncic preparing to play his first game back in Dallas Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy M…

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What Really Happened: The Luka Doncic Trade 38:15

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Chris Mannix talks to ESPN's Tim MacMahon and author of the new book 'The Wonder Boy: Luka Doncic and the Curse of Greatness' about led to the team deciding to trade him, small moves made by the team that may have sped up their decline in their relationship with the star, and more Get your copy of 'The Wonder Boy: Luka Doncic and the Curse of Great…

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[Preview] The Mess in Memphis and Ja Morant's Playoff Stakes 32:49

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From the April 1 Episode: BULLSEYE! Ja Morant, SGA, Evan Mobley, and the Other Stars Under the Microscope as the Playoffs Approach Subscribe at Greatest of All Talk.By Andrew Sharp and Ben Golliver

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The Grizzlies Surprise Firing of Taylor Jenkins 36:31

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss why the Grizzlies fired head coach Taylor Jenkins right before the start of the playoffs and the year long changes that led to his dismissal. We also discuss how the Lakers remaining schedule could find them in the play in, and the leagues plan to create their own euro league Advertising Inquiries: https://re…

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LeBron's Pat McAfee Rebuttal & Playoff Implications (w/ Rachel Nichols) 52:05

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss LeBron James sitting down with Pat McAfee on ESPN for 90 minutes as the conversation around him and Stephen A drags on. We also discuss if the Warriors have shown they are a contender in the west with Jimmy Butler, if the Mavericks should focus on tanking out of play in contention, the Lakers regressing defen…

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How Far Can The Knicks Really Go? (w Alan Hahn) 32:54

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Chris Mannix is joined by MSG's Alan Hahn to discuss the good but puzzling New York Knicks can beat the Celtics, successfully pair Karl Anthony Towns with a healthy Mitchell Robinson, and if Thibs should give the bench more minutes Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy Must be 18 years or older. 19 years or older in Alabama and Nebraska; 19 years or older…

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Celtics Sell For Record Price & PHX's Booker Question (w/ Rachel Nichols) 48:42

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down the Boston Celtics selling for a record $6.1 billion and if the tv rights bubble will cause this number to stand for awhile. We also discuss the Milwaukee Bucks sputtering offensive output, if the Knicks will make it to the conference finals, and what the Suns will do as a play in appearance looks unlikely…

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Can The Cavs Reach 70 Wins? (w/ Chris Fedor) 37:10

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Chris Mannix talks about people claiming Shai Gilgeous-Alexander foul baiting on his way to MVP before he's joined by Chris Fedor from the Cleveland Plain Dealer about the team surpassing everyones expectations this season as unselfish basketball, the continued development of Evan Mobley, and a major deadline move has them on their way to 70 wins A…

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LeBron vs. Stephen A. & Den/OKC Throw Down (w/ Rachel Nichols) 48:19

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols LeBron James on court confrontation of Stephen A Smith over comments about Bronny Jr and Stephen A's ongoing response. We also discuss the possible western conference finals preview between the Nuggets and Thunder, the case for J. B. Bickerstaff for coach of the year, and Zion Williams playing all NBA basketball in h…

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The Mavs Devastating Implosion Continues (w/ Rachel Nichols) 47:21

4M ago47:21

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss what Kyrie Irving tearing his ACL means for the Mavericks going forward, an even more loaded post trade deadline Cavs became the first team to clinch a playoff spot, how the Warriors have turned things around after acquiring Jimmy Butler, and why the Suns may blow it up this summer as they crawl to the end of…

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The Lakers are Rolling Post Luka Trade (w/ Jovan Buha) 33:18

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Chris Mannix is joined by the Athletic's Jovan Buha to discuss how the new look Lakers are 10-2 after the Luka Doncic/Anthony Davis trade, how they've been able to form a defensive mindset, and if they can actually challenge the Thunder and Nuggets in the playoffs Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy Must be 18 years or older. 19 years or older in Alabam…

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[Preview] Sweater Vests and Coaching Julius Randle 27:06

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From the February 28 Episode: Cade Cunningham and the Pistons Revival, Luka's Matchup with the Mavs, What Went Wrong in Phoenix Subscribe at Greatest of All TalkBy Andrew Sharp and Ben Golliver

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Are the Lakers Legitimate Title Contenders? (w/ Rachel Nichols) 38:00

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the new look Los Angeles Lakers and if they’re legitimate title contenders post-Luka Doncic trade. Plus, they discuss the New York Knicks struggles against top teams and close with a chat breaking down if there is any hope remaining with the Philadelphia 76ers. Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy Must be 18 years …

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Lu Dort on Defensive Dominance & Going Undrafted 35:04

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Chris Mannix sits down with Thunder guard Lu Dort on what it was like going undrafted, making defense the cornerstone of his game, defending smaller guards, and how OKC is better than they were last year Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy Must be 18 years or older. 19 years or older in Alabama and Nebraska; 19 years or older in CO for some games, 21 ye…

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Butler's Warriors Debut & Knicks Turn Up The Heat (w/ Ben Golliver) 38:16

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Chris Mannix is joined by Ben Golliver to discuss if this weekends all star festivities will improve over previous editions, Jimmy Butler's first week with Golden State, the Knicks title chances as they stay hot heading into the break, and how the loaded Grizzlies have stayed under the radar as the #2 seed out west Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy Mu…

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Anarchy In Dallas after Luka Trade (w/ Rachel Nichols) 39:40

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the new look Lakers with Luka Doncic after his first game with the team, the fallout for the Hornets and Lakers after their trade swapping Mark Williams and Dalton Knecht, and the anger from Mavericks fans at GM Nico Harrison and team ownership that has bled into the arena Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy Must …

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Deadline Winners and Losers: The Lakers and Their PPP Loan, Golden State’s Bet on Jimmy, Kuz Kontrol, and More 1:31:29

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On today’s show Andrew and Ben begin with a few clarifications on zagging and discussion of the Lakers, including the overnight reset that emerged this week, questions about the bet on Mark Williams, and Luka’s first look in LA. Then (20:00): Surveying the rest of the league for winners and losers, including the Warriors and Jimmy, a nice bit of Ca…

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An Eventful Trade Deadline Recap (w/ Rachel Nichols) 48:09

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down the rest of an eventful trade deadline and why Jimmy Butler joining the Warriors won't help them that much, why the league is terrified of De'Aaron Fox joining the Spurs, the Lakers making more movies to bolster their roster with Luka and LeBron, Brandon Ingram joining a rebuilding Raptors team, the Suns m…

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Chaos: Luka Dončić to the Lakers (w/ Rachel Nichols) 33:38

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Chis Mannix and Rachel Nichols convene for an emergency podcast to break down the wild trade that sent Luka Dončić to the Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis, why the Mavs would do this, and what it means for the Lakers future Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy Must be 18 years or older. 19 years or older in Alabama and Nebraska; 19 years or older in …

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Another Potential Betting Scandal? (w/ Rachel Nichols) 49:21

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Chris Mannix is joined by Rachel Nichols as they dissect what we know about the NBA investigating and clearing Terry Rozier of any wrongdoing after irregular betting patterns were found before a game of his in 2023. We also discuss the Kings making De'Aaron Fox available in a trade, Rachel's take on Jimmy Butler's indefinite suspension, and if the …

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Butler Suspended Indefinitely & Deadline Moves (w/ Sam Amick) 26:12

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Chris Mannix is joined by Sam Amick of The Athletic to discuss the Miami Heat suspending Jimmy Butler indefinitely for quitting a team practice, why the Lakers will be quiet at the trade deadline, and if the Rockets could use their loaded roster in a move to land a star player Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy Must be 18 years or older. 19 years or ol…

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All Star Starters & Surprises/Disappointments (w/ Rachel Nichols) 1:00:10

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichol discuss who they selected as their starters for the all star game before discussing who are the biggest surprises and disappointments at the halfway point of the season, and how the Nuggets have been able to bounce back behind Nikola Jokić & Russell Westbrook Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy Must be 18 years or older. 1…

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Celtics Cause For Concern? (w/ Ben Golliver) 44:57

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Chris Mannix is joined by Ben Golliver of The Washington Post to discuss if we should be concerned about the Celtics after they drop 3 of 5, the latest in the Jimmy Butler trade drama, if the Warriors can even make any significant moves at the deadline, and if a young Rockets team can have success in the playoffs this year Sponsored by: Underdog Fa…

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Buying In On Cleveland & The Re-Beam Team Kings (w/ Rachel Nichols) 40:51

6M ago40:51

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the Cavaliers big win over the Thunder and if we're buying them as a championship contender, the latest in Jimmy Butler vs. The Heat, the Kings winning five in a row after firing Mike Brown, and the Pistons finally putting it together after years of rebuilding Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy Must be 18 years o…

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How The Thunder Climbed to the Top of the West (w/ Nick Gallo) 42:45

6M ago42:45

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Chris Mannix discusses Jimmy Butler demanding a trade from the Miami Heat and why he won't end up on the Suns before talking to Oklahoma City Thunder sideline reporter Sam Gallo how the team was able to rebuild with young talent to challenge the Boston Celtics for odds on title favorite Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy Must be 18 years or older. 19 y…