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By ESPN, Zach Lowe

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Buddy Buddy
 Feb 7, 2022
Great host....bland guests

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 Dec 31, 2021
One of my favourite NBA reporters - a must listen!


 Mar 15, 2021

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ESPN's Zach Lowe talks to various basketball people about various basketball things.

Episode Date
Tim MacMahon
5220
Zach and ESPN's Tim MacMahon look at the play-in race in the West amidst the Mavs' struggles and LeBron's return. Plus, they offer a broad look at the All-NBA picture.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 28, 2023
Jeff Van Gundy
4543
Zach and ESPN's Jeff Van Gundy talk the Dallas Mavericks protest, Paul George's injury, and debate the Big Questions for the rest of the NBA regular season -- including MVP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 23, 2023
Chris Herring
4244
Zach and Sports Illustrated's Chris Herring talk about the state of the playoff races with 10 games left, the Kings fantastic season, their early Sixth Man of the Year thoughts, All-Rookie races, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 20, 2023
Scalabrine and Pelton
5650
Zach and Brian Scalabrine discuss Boston's recent wobbly play and the juggernauts battling them atop the East -- plus early All-NBA talk. Then Zach and ESPN's Kevin Pelton break down the jumbled Western Conference, talk sad Lonzo Ball news, Michael Jordan potentially selling a majority stake in the Charlotte Hornets, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 17, 2023
Mares and Duncan
5376
Zach and Adam Mares of DNVR Sports talking about the recent Nuggets struggles and the impact on the MVP race. Then Nekias Duncan of Basketball News dives into the Most Improved Player race.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 13, 2023
Howard Beck
5335
Zach Lowe and old friend Howard Beck talk about Kevin Durant's injury, the MVP discourse, and the East play-in landscape: Nets, Heat, Hawks, Raptors, Wizards, Pacers, Bulls, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 10, 2023
Tim MacMahon and Kendra Andrews
5346
Zach and ESPN's Tim MacMahon talk about the Ja Morant situation in Memphis, the Kings and the Suns in the top half of the playoff bracket, and then the Mavs one month into the Luka-Kyrie angle. Then ESPN's Kendra Andrews joins to talk all things Warriors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 06, 2023
Doris Burke and Eddie Johnson
4664
Zach and ESPN's Doris Burke discuss the red-hot Milwaukee Bucks and New York Knicks, plus the other teams at the top of the East. Then Eddie Johnson of SiriusXM and the Phoenix Suns broadcast joins to break down Kevin Durant's debut, the Suns upside, potential playoff paths, and LeBron's latest injury update. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 02, 2023
Dave McMenamin, Baxter Holmes, and Jon Krawczynski
5358
Zach takes stock of the Western Conference after a wild weekend: ESPN's Dave McMenamin on the new-look Lakers, ESPN's Baxter Holmes on Damian Lillard's 71-point outburst, and Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic on the reeling and confusing Timberwolves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 27, 2023
Jonathan Givony
4260
Zach and ESPN's Jonathan Givony discuss Victor Wembanyama, Bronny James, the four worst teams in the NBA and their long-term outlooks, chaos within the Atlanta Hawks, who has the most at stake in the NBA over the rest of the season, and much more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 24, 2023
Ohm Youngmisuk and Kendrick Perkins
5319
Zach and ESPN's Ohm Youngmisuk discuss Russell Westbrook's fit with the Clippers -- plus how the NBA can save the All-Star game, Lonzo Ball's injury, Kevin Love in Miami, and more. Then ESPN's Kendrick Perkins dives into his new memoir, and tells stories galore about his life, the 2008 Celtics, the Durant-Westbrook-Harden Thunder, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 22, 2023
Kirk Goldsberry
4500
Zach Lowe and Kirk Goldsberry breakdown the most intriguing offenses and defenses units are in the NBA, and how they might impact the championship picture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 16, 2023
Chris Herring
5193
Zach and Sports Illustrated's Chris Herring pick their most interesting teams and players for the rest of the season: Suns, Mavs, Blazers, Wolves, Knicks, and much more. Plus: Are the Suns the favorites now with Kevin Durant? How do Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving look together so far?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 14, 2023
NBA Trade Deadline w/ Bobby Marks and Kevin Pelton
5994
Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks and Kevin Pelton discuss and debate a wild NBA trade deadline: Kevin Durant to Phoenix, the end of the Nets experiment, the Lakers reload, Golden State's moves, much, much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 10, 2023
LeBron passes Kareem; Tim MacMahon joins to discuss Kyrie in Dallas
3347
Zach discusses LeBron breaking the all-time scoring record, then ESPN's Tim MacMahon dives deeper into Kyrie Irving's fit in Dallas.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 08, 2023
Hoop Collective's Brian Windhorst on Kyrie Trade
4218
Zach Lowe and Hoop Collective's Brian Windhorst come together for a crossover episode to react to the Kyrie Irving trade including what this means for the Maverick’s playoff aspirations, if the Nets can still put out a contender, what LeBron wants from the Lakers before the deadline and who may still be available. Plus, what it the significance of Steph Curry’s injury for the Warriors playoff standings? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 06, 2023
Bobby Marks on Kyrie Trade Request
1352
Zach Lowe and ESPN Insider Bobby Marks break down Kyrie Irving's trade request from the Brooklyn Nets, potential suitors for the deal, and what it means for the Nets going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 03, 2023
Kevin Pelton
3894
Zach and ESPN's Kevin Pelton pick their trade deadline wild card teams, build fake trades, share intel, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 02, 2023
Tim MacMahon
4931
Zach and ESPN's Tim MacMahon discuss the Western Conference landscape with a week-plus to go before the trade deadline -- fake trades and intel galore. Plus: Jokic vs Embiid, the MVP race, the Lakers issues with officials, Myles Turner's extension, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 30, 2023
Ramona Shelburne
4406
Zach and ESPN's Ramona Shelburne react to All-Star starters and LeBron approaching the scoring record, then talk Sixers future ahead of Jokic-Embiid this weekend. Plus, trade talk on Warriors, Lakers, Bulls, Clippers, John Collins, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 27, 2023
Bobby Marks
4377
Zach and Bobby Marks break down the Lakers trade for Rui Hachimura and survey the landscape of the league as trade season begins. Plus, full 12-man All-Star roster debates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 24, 2023
Steph Curry
3105
Four championships, 2 MVPs and a Finals MVP later and Steph Curry still has “healthy insecurity” that keeps him in check. He sits down with his President and GM to break down just how he became the leader of a dynasty. Bob reveals the text that Steph sent Kevin Durant when the Warriors were recruiting him and they examine why Curry was able to handle the addition of KD. Steph admits why Mark Jackson’s praise early in his career “scared” him, and why he’s looking forward to life after basketball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 23, 2023
Warriors-Celtics Reaction, OKC, and KCP
5433
Zach and ESPN's Kirk Goldsberry react to the Boston-Golden State overtime thriller and discuss what comes next for both teams. Then Andrew Schlecht of The Athletic (26:04) discusses the surging Oklahoma City Thunder, and Denver Nuggets guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (1:06:35) talks all things Nuggets -- plus his Lakers tenure, the bubble, and his fear of roller coasters.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 20, 2023
Jeff Van Gundy
4024
Zach and ESPN's Jeff Van Gundy take stock of the NBA at the halfway point: Do they regret their Finals picks? Who should make a trade? What's up with the Warriors? Plus deep dives on the Sixers, Bucks, Clippers, Raptors, Grizzlies, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 17, 2023
Bill Simmons
5976
Zach and The Ringer's Bill Simmons pick their Western Conference All-Stars and talk trade deadline possibilities, the Nets without KD, Ben Simmons, more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 13, 2023
Bontemps and McMenamin
5215
Zach and ESPN's Tim Bontemps discuss Kevin Durant's injury before weighing in on all things Raptors. Then ESPN's Dave McMenamin on possible Laker trades and his sit down with LeBron James. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 10, 2023
Bobby Marks and Kings guard Kevin Huerter
5151
Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks discuss the middle of the West and trade deadline dilemmas for Portland (43:34), Phoenix (25:56), Golden State (15:56), and Utah (4:20). Then Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Huerter (51:17) talks all things Kings, his time with the Hawks, playing with Trae Young, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 06, 2023
Howard Beck
4951
Zach and SI.com's Howard Beck discuss Donovan Mitchell's 71-point explosion, the top of the East, Klay Thompson's 54-point performance, the Warriors winning without Curry, predictions for 2023, and unsung heroes of the first half of the NBA season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 03, 2023
Ohm Youngmisuk and Kevin Clark
5129
Zach and ESPN's Ohm Youngmisuk discuss LeBron's recent comments about the Lakers roster and the state of Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers. Then Kevin Clark of The Ringer discusses his beloved (and hot!) Orlando Magic and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 30, 2022
Tim MacMahon
5007
Zach discusses the red-hot Brooklyn Nets and Kevin Durant's remarkable career. Then ESPN's Tim MacMahon joins to talk about James Harden and the Rockets, Harden's actual team in Philadelphia, the Mavs and Christian Wood, the Wolves and Rudy Gobert, and the trash-talking Memphis Grizzlies.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 27, 2022
Pelton and Mares
4979
Zach and Kevin Pelton check in on the Philadelphia 76ers, the reeling Boston Celtics, and the rest of the East -- plus Zach LaVine and Trae Young chatter. Then Adam Mares (47:11) of DNVR Sports talks all things Denver Nuggets and Nikola Jokic -- can Denver win the West?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 23, 2022
Kustok and Begley
4246
Zach talks Nets and Knicks hot streaks with Sarah Kustok of the YES Network and Ian Begley of SNY -- plus trade scuttlebutt from across the league in the wake of the Anthony Davis injury and struggles in Chicago and Toronto.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 20, 2022
Trade Landscape with Bobby Marks
4505
Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks discuss the implications of Stephen Curry's injury, and preview NBA trade season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 16, 2022
Goldsberry and Lopez
5828
Zach and ESPN's Kirk Goldsberry discuss the NBA renaming all its awards -- and the new "clutch player of the year" award. Did they get it right? What were some fun alternatives? Then (51:48) ESPN's Andrew Lopez and Zach discuss the red-hot New Orleans Pelicans.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 13, 2022
Vernon and Youngmisuk
6032
Zach and The Ringer's Chris Vernon talk about problems in Atlanta and Philadelphia, and then do a deep dive into the Grizzlies -- and whether they can already make a title run this year. Then ESPN's Ohm Youngmisuk and Zach ask whether the Clippers are ever going to get it together -- and how. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 09, 2022
McMenamin and Givony
5265
Zach and ESPN's Dave McMenamin discuss Anthony Davis's surge and what it might mean for the Lakers trade options. Then Zach and ESPN's Jonathan Givony (41:37) check in on a bunch of rookies in Detroit, Indiana, Houston, Oklahoma City, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 06, 2022
Kirk Goldsberry
4443
Zach and ESPN's Kirk Goldsberry take stock of the NBA at the quarter mark by discussing what teams and players they were wrong about: Mavs, Wolves Suns, Bulls, Cavs, Warriors, Celtics, Pacers, the MVP race, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 02, 2022
Scalabrine, Bontemps, and Koreen
5541
Zach and Brian Scalabrine (2:03) break down Boston's historic offense and Jayson Tatum's MVP chances. Then ESPN's Tim Bontemps (37:37) talks about the present and future of the Miami Heat. Finally: Are the Raptors a sleeping giant? Eric Koreen (1:01:08) of The Athletic answers that and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 29, 2022
Lamar Hurd and Mike Prada
5323
Zach Lowe is joined by Portland Trail Blazers TV analyst Lamar Hurd to talk team identity and any potential superstar trades the Blazers might make, and by The Athletic's Mike Prada to discuss all things Wizards and what their plan for the future is. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 23, 2022
Top 5 MVP Candidates So Far
4921
Zach and ESPN's Kevin Pelton reveal their early MVP ballots, complete with honorable mentions and state of the team discussions for every candidate's team. Plus, a deep dive on the 9-6 Indiana Pacers (59:41), revisiting the Tyrese Haliburton-Domantas Sabonis trade, more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 21, 2022
Warriors Trade Options and the Red-Hot Kings
4317
Zach talks Warriors struggles and trade options -- plus Klay Thompson's long road back -- with ESPN's Ramona Shelburne and Kendra Andrews (7:55). Then longtime NBA veteran and All the Smoke co-host Matt Barnes discusses the red-hot Sacramento Kings (46:23). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 17, 2022
MacMahon, Katz, and Lopez
4961
Zach talks Mavs and Luka Doncic with ESPN's Tim MacMahon, and all things Pelicans with ESPN's Andrew Lopez. Then Fred Katz of The Athletic joins to discuss the 6-7 Knicks. Plus: Joel Embiid's monster weekend.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 14, 2022
Doris Burke
4194
Zach and ESPN's Doris Burke muse about the Lakers' options, the West-leading Jazz, the surging Nuggets, the steady Suns, much more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 11, 2022
Nehm and Bontemps
5309
Zach talks to Eric Nehm of The Athletic about the Bucks 9-1 start, then ESPN's Tim Bontemps comes on to discuss the Celtics, Hawks, Bulls, Raptors, and Knicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 08, 2022
Bobby Marks
3715
Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks discuss Kyrie Irving's suspension, the future of the Nets, and the Kevin Durant trade landscape. Plus, the Josh Primo allegations in San Antonio, and a deep dive into the 6-1 Cleveland Cavaliers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 04, 2022
Friedell and MacMahon
4802
Zach Lowe and ESPN's Nick Friedell discuss Steve Nash, Kyrie Irving, and the mess in Brooklyn. Then ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Zach play "Are you worried yet?" about the Warriors, Wolves, and Nuggets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 02, 2022
Richard Jefferson
5184
Zach and ESPN's Richard Jefferson discuss the start of the season: under-the-radar feel-good stories, the Bucks defense, struggles in Brooklyn, Philly and Los Angeles, the Warriors' repeat chances, much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 28, 2022
Chris Herring
4630
Zach talks to Chris Herring of Sports Illustrated about the Lakers struggles, Russ trades, Nets and Sixers stumbling early, the Blazers and Jazz scorching early, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 25, 2022
Opening Week Thoughts with Chiney Ogwumike
4120
Zach and ESPN's Chiney Ogwumike go rapid-fire around the first week of NBA action: Lakers struggles, Kawhi and Wall are back, 0-2 Sixers, Pelicans roaring out of the gate, Nets expectations, Banchero, Ivey, Cavs, Warriors repeat chances, much more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 21, 2022
Season Preview with Jeff Van Gundy
4460
Zach and ESPN's Jeff Van Gundy talk about all the contract extensions and Draymond Green's tenure in Golden State. Then they make Finals predictions, figure out the playoff fields, under the radar teams, a surprising player for the Lakers to target, and much more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 18, 2022
Award Predictions with John Hollinger
4519
Zach and John Hollinger from The Athletic predict the major NBA awards and make their Finals picks for the 2022-23 season. Plus, they debate Zach's League Pass Rankings.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 14, 2022
Cade Cunningham, Collier, Andrews, and Spears
5448
(0:00) Zach sits down with Cade Cunningham to talk Pistons rebuild, then (21:38) ESPN's Jamal Collier joins to break down Detroit's direction. Then (51:45) Andscape's Marc Spears and ESPN's Kendra Andrews take us inside the Draymond Green situation in Golden State.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 11, 2022
Bill Simmons on Draymond and Wembanyana
5008
Zach and Bill Simmons of Spotify and The Ringer discuss the fallout of Draymond Green's punch hitting TMZ, Victor Wembanyana and tanking, and more NBA burning questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 07, 2022
Over Under Win Totals with Kevin Pelton
4202
Zach and ESPN's Kevin Pelton debate NBA win total over/unders -- toughest choices, easiest decisions, much more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 04, 2022
Five Most Confusing Teams with Howard Beck
4940
Zach does his annual Five Most Confusing Teams episode with Howard Beck of Sports Illustrated.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 30, 2022
Friedell, Marks, and Lopez
5662
Zach talks to ESPN's Nick Friedell about Nets media day and Brooklyn's outlook. Then (37:10) ESPN's Bobby Marks talks Jae Crowder and the Suns, and (55:30) ESPN's Andrew Lopez previews the Pelicans.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 27, 2022
Shelburne and Bontemps
5739
Zach discusses Robert Sarver selling the Phoenix Suns and Mercury, then (14:05) ESPN's Ramona Shelburne breaks down Ben Simmons' appearance on JJ Redick's podcast -- what happened in Philly, and his reset in Brooklyn. Finally (51:25) ESPN's Tim Bontemps previews the Sixers and talks Lonzo Ball injury news.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 23, 2022
Pelton and Krawczynski
5461
Zach previews the Western Conference landscape with ESPN's Kevin Pelton on where the Kings fit, and then Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic on the new-look Wolves (43:13). Plus: Important discussions on team nicknames, game-worn jerseys, and most impactful championships.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 20, 2022
Baxter Holmes and Chris Vernon
5720
Zach and ESPN's Baxter Holmes dissect the Robert Sarver situation in Phoenix and Adam Silver's press conference about it, then Chris Vernon of The Ringer talks all things Grizz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 16, 2022
Chris Herring
5286
Zach and Chris Herring of Sports Illustrated pay tribute to Jonathan Tjarks, then discuss the 2021 NBA Finalists as we approach the 2022-23 NBA season -- the Phoenix Suns and Milwaukee Bucks. Are we sleeping on them?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 13, 2022
Shelburne and Pelton
5042
Zach talks all things Lakers with ESPN's Ramona Shelburne and then takes stock of the Hawks' place in the East with ESPN's Kevin Pelton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 09, 2022
Begley and MacMahon
5403
Zach and Ian Begley of SNY talk Knicks in the aftermath of missing out on Donovan Mitchell, then ESPN's Tim MacMahon joins to talk more Mitchell/Jazz and preview the Dallas Mavericks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 07, 2022
Bobby Marks on Donovan Mitchell Trade
4079
Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks dissect every angle of the Cleveland Cavaliers blockbuster deal for Donovan Mitchell: How good are the Cavs? Did the Knicks blow it? What does this mean for the Lakers and Russell Westbrook. Much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 02, 2022
Sedano, Fedor, Schwartz
5870
Zach goes around the league to talk about some of the interesting teams who have stood pat so far this offseason: Jorge Sedano of ESPN on the Miami Heat (00:10) ; Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com on the Cavaliers (29:48) ; and ESPN's resident Suns guru Michael Schwartz on the Phoenix Suns.(1:07:35) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 28, 2022
Tim Bontemps
4540
Zach and ESPN's Tim Bontemps discuss the pros and cons of a potential Jaylen Brown-Kevin Durant mega-trade between the Nets and Celtics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 26, 2022
Andrews, Clark, and Mares
6330
Zach goes around the standings: ESPN's Kendra Andrews discusses the Warriors offseason, Kevin Durant, and more; Kevin Clark of The Ringer talks all things Magic (32:52). Then Adam Mares of DNVR Sports breaks down the Nuggets ahead of a pivotal season (1:07:55).  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 22, 2022
McMenamin and Herring
5431
Zach and ESPN's Dave McMenamin discuss the Lakers Russell Westbrook dilemma and LeBron's future in LA. Then Chris Herring of Sports Illustrated helps break down the Chicago Bulls quiet offseason and path forward.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 18, 2022
Tim MacMahon and Kevin Pelton
4225
Zach and ESPN's Tim MacMahon break down the Donovan Mitchell trade landscape, then Zach an ESPN's Kevin Pelton react to the Suns matching Indiana's offer sheet for Deandre Ayton -- and how both moves impact the Kevin Durant sweepstakes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 15, 2022
Bobby Marks and Ohm Youngmisuk
5388
Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks discuss the James Harden, Bradley Beal, and Damian Lillard contracts and the Warriors offseason. Then ESPN's Ohm Youngmisuk breaks down the LA Clippers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 12, 2022
Murphy, Lopez, and MacMahon
5325
Zach goes around the Kevin Durant trade landscape with Blake Murphy of Sportsnet in Toronto on the Raptors dilemma. Then ESPN's Andrew Lopez talks Zion Williamson's extension and the Pelicans potential interest in Durant. Finally ESPN's Tim MacMahon joins to talk the sneaky-interesting Houston Rockets.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 07, 2022
Jon Krawczynski and Tim Bontemps
5769
Zach talks to Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic about the Wolves gamble on Rudy Gobert, then ESPN's Tim Bontemps talks Kevin Durant trade landscape, Donovan Mitchell's future in Utah, and the Celtics loading up.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 04, 2022
First Day of Free Agency with Kevin Pelton
5922
Zach and ESPN's Kevin Pelton discuss a wild day in the NBA: Kevin Durant's trade request, where Kyrie Irving ends up, the Hawks/Spurs trade, Philly's offseason, Wolves, Wiz, Nuggets, Karl-Anthony Towns, Lakers signings, much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 01, 2022
Bobby Marks
4690
Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks dissect Kyrie Irving's decision to opt in with the Nets, and pick their 5 Most Intriguing offseason teams as free agency approaches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 28, 2022
Bobby Marks and Jonathan Givony
4609
Zach talks to ESPN's Bobby Marks and Jonathan Givony about Kyrie Irving, Brooklyn's doomsday scenario, fake Kevin Durant trades, Orlando taking Paolo Banchero No. 1, New York's draft night, the free agency landscape, much more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 24, 2022
Steve Kerr and Jonathan Givony
6907
Zach talks to Golden State coach Steve Kerr about the Warriors title run. Then ESPN's Jonathan Givony joins (49:22) to talk all things NBA draft -- trade rumors, his latest mock draft, Kyrie Irving, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 21, 2022
2022 NBA Finals Game 6 Reaction - Holy Cannoli
2365
Brian Windhorst and Zach Lowe react to the Warriors winning the NBA Finals in Game 6 from the floor of the TD Garden. The guys discuss the level of difficulty for Golden State to win this title, Draymond showing up big time, the Warriors savoring this one, this being the crowning moment of Steph Curry’s career, Boston looking totally discombobulated, Tatum struggling down the stretch and how many times Klay has said 'Holy Cannoli' before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 17, 2022
Chris Herring
4390
Zach and Sports Illustrated's Chris Herring discuss the Warriors coming within a win of the NBA title, the Finals MVP race, Golden State's decision not to trade for another veteran, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 14, 2022
2022 NBA Finals Game 4 Reaction
1880
Brian Windhorst and Zach Lowe react to Game 4 of the NBA Finals from the floor of the TD Garden. The guys discuss Steph Curry's incredible performance, Steve Kerr's decision to bench Draymond Green for a crucial stretch in the 4th quarter, the huge put backs by Andrew Wiggins, and Jayson Tatum's disappointing second half. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 11, 2022
Game 3 Notes
1873
Zach empties his notebook with thoughts from Game 3 as the NBA Finals turns to a pivotal Game 4 in Boston on Friday night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 09, 2022
2022 NBA Finals Game 3 Reaction
1608
ESPN’s Brian Windhorst and Zach Lowe react to Game 3 of the NBA Finals from the floor of the TD Garden. The guys discuss Boston overcoming big performances from Steph Curry and Klay Thompson, the Celtics managing their turnovers being the key to the series, Tatum’s ability to move the ball and if Curry can overcome being an ‘underdog’ in a series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 09, 2022
Jeff Van Gundy and Tim MacMahon
4361
Zach and Jeff Van Gundy break down the NBA Finals so far, and look ahead as the series travels to Boston. Then ESPN's Tim MacMahon on more drama in Utah. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 06, 2022
Doris Burke
3843
Zach and ESPN's Doris Burke break down Boston's win in Game 1 of the NBA Finals and look ahead to Game 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 03, 2022
Finals Preview with Kevin Arnovitz
4562
Zach and ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz look ahead to the NBA Finals matchup between the Warriors and Celtics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 31, 2022
Kevin Pelton and Marcus Thompson
5229
Zach and ESPN's Kevin Pelton react after the buzzer to Miami's huge win in Boston and look ahead to Game 7 of the East finals on Sunday. Then longtime Warriors writer Marcus Thompson of The Athletic joins to reflect on Golden State's return to the NBA Finals.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 28, 2022
Warriors Appreciation and Tim Bontemps on Heat-Celtics
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Zach reflects on how the Warriors have made it back to the doorstep of another trip to the NBA Finals and then talks to ESPN's Tim Bontemps about the Eastern Conference Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 24, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Kirk Goldsberry
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Zach talks to Nekias Duncan of Basketball News and the Dunker Spot about Heat-Celtics. Then ESPN's Kirk Goldsberry talks Warriors-Mavs, San Antonio history, lottery winners and losers, more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 20, 2022
Arnovitz and Scalabrine
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Zach and ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz discuss Mavs-Suns Game 7, Phoenix's future and preview Mavs-Warriors. Then Brian Scalabrine talks Celtics-Bucks Game 7 and looks ahead to the Eastern Conference Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 16, 2022
Bobby Marks, Howard Beck, and Jeff Van Gundy
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Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks and Howard Beck of Sports Illustrated talk Philadelphia's James Harden problem, Bucks-Celtics, Golden State-Memphis, Giannis taking the "best player" throne, and more. Then Jeff Van Gundy joins to preview Suns-Mavs Game 7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 13, 2022
Chris Herring
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Zach and Chris Herring of Sports Illustrated break down all four second-round series, plus the Ja Morant injury/Jordan Poole video, officiating controversies in Boston-Milwaukee, fan interactions in Dallas, much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 09, 2022
Second Round Reset with Kevin O'Connor
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Zach and The Ringer's Kevin O'Connor take the temperature of all four second round playoff series and a special guest drops by to chime in on one of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 05, 2022
Brandon Clarke
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Zach Lowe is joined by Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke to discuss the Grizzlies meteoric rise this season, his thoughts on the Dillon Brooks foul on Gary Payton II, having to defend Steph Curry and Klay Thompson, and he and Jaren Jackson Jr's friendship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 04, 2022
Friedell and MacMahon
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Zach and ESPN's Nick Friedell talk Heat-Sixers, Philadelphia's struggles without Joel Embiid, and how no one may have won the Harden-Simmons trade. Then ESPN's Tim MacMahon discusses Suns-Mavs and how Dallas' defensive solutions only create more problems for them to solve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 03, 2022
Jeff Van Gundy
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Zach and ESPN's Jeff Van Gundy reflect on the three series that ended Thursday, preview the conference semifinals, talk Zion, the future of the Pelicans, change coming in Utah, much more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 29, 2022
Marks on Nets and MacMahon on Mavs-Jazz
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Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks discuss the Celtics sweeping the Nets, what's next for Brooklyn, the Simmons-Harden trade, Kevin Durant's career arc, more. Then ESPN's Tim MacMahon talks Mavs-Jazz ahead of Game 6. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 26, 2022
Kustok and Arnovitz
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Zach takes stock of the playoffs in the wake of injuries to Devin Booker and Khris Middleton; then Sarah Kustok of the YES Network talks Nets-Celtics and ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz discusses Wolves-Grizz and some Jazz-Mavs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 22, 2022
Bontemps, MacMahon, and Andrews
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Zach and ESPN's Tim Bontemps talk Sixers-Raptors and Celtics-Nets, plus Kyrie's middle fingers; then ESPN's Tim MacMahon discusses Jazz-Mavs and ESPN's Kendra Andrews talks resurgent Warriors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 19, 2022
First Round Preview with David Thorpe
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Zach and David Thorpe of TrueHoop do their annual 8-by-8 preview of every first-round series.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 15, 2022
Play-In Preview with Kevin Arnovitz
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Zach and ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz break down all four play-in matchups, make predictions, and discuss Frank Vogel's imminent firing from the Lakers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 11, 2022
Bam Adebayo and All-Rookie Teams with Kevin Pelton
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Zach talks to Miami's Bam Adebayo about the Heat's season, the Jimmy Butler-Erik Spoelstra argument, playoff seeding, Defensive Player of the Year, more. Then ESPN's Kevin Pelton joins to debate Rookie of the Year and pick All-Rookie teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 07, 2022
All-Defense with Chris Herring
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Zach and Sports Illustrated's Chris Herring go through the All-Defense ballots, talk MVP, playoff races, much more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 04, 2022
Schwartz and MacMahon
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Zach talks to ESPN's Michael Schwartz about the dominant Suns and Devin Booker's MVP case. Then ESPN's Tim MacMahon joins to talk MVP debates, the reeling Jazz, fake Rudy Gobert trades, much more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 01, 2022
Bontemps and Marks
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Zach and ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Bobby Marks discuss the top of the tightly bunched Eastern Conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 29, 2022
Most Improved Players with David Thorpe
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Zach and David Thorpe of TrueHoop make their annual top-10 lists for Most Improved Player, plus talk Heat kerfuffle, Rookie of the Year, All-NBA, Raptors, Finals picks, much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 25, 2022
All-NBA with Kevin Arnovitz
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Zach and ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz fill out their All-NBA ballots...in pencil. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 21, 2022
Kendra Andrews, Marques Johnson
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Zach and ESPN's Kendra Andrews discuss Steph Curry's foot injury, the state of the Warriors, and the Western Conference playoff race. Then Marques Johnson joins to talk about the Bucks gearing up for a title defense.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 17, 2022
Jaren Jackson, Jr. and Kendrick Perkins
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Zach talks to Memphis Grizzlies star Jaren Jackson Jr. about the team's breakout season, Ja Morant, trash talking, and more. Then ESPN's Kendrick Perkins tells Kevin Garnett stories.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 15, 2022
Friedell on Nets-Sixers and a Pop Celebration
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Zach talks to ESPN's Nick Friedell about the Nets blowout win over the 76ers in Philadelphia. Then a parade of guests that either played for or coached under Gregg Popovich in San Antonio with great stories as he is on the precipice of becoming the all-time wins leader in NBA history: Brett Brown (24:18), Ime Udoka (41:37), Danny Green (58:05), Monty Williams (1:14:05), Steve Kerr (1:33:08). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 11, 2022
Bill Simmons
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Zach and The Ringer's Bill Simmons rank the players, coaches, and/or teams facing the most pressure for the remainder of the NBA season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 07, 2022
MacMahon and Mares
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It"s middle of the West day on the Lowe Post! Zach talks Mavs and Jazz with ESPN's Tim MacMahon, then Adam Mares of DNVR Sports hops on to discuss the forgotten Denver Nuggets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 03, 2022
Bontemps and Sedano
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Zach and ESPN's Tim Bontemps discuss the early returns of James Harden, then ESPN's Jorge Sedano talks about the under-the-radar Heat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 01, 2022
Lopez and Krawczynski
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Zach talks to ESPN's Andrew Lopez about the Pelicans and Zion Williamson, then Jon Krawczynski discusses the strange and evolving Minnesota Timberwolves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 24, 2022
Jeff Van Gundy on the Biggest Questions of the 2nd Half
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Zach addresses the drama with LeBron James and the Lakers and then discusses the league's biggest questions of the 2nd half with ESPN's Jeff Van Gundy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 22, 2022
The Celtics' Turnaround and an All-Star Draft
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Zach and Brian Scalabrine discuss the red-hot Celtics and their chances in the East, then Zach and ESPN's Kevin Pelton draft their own All-Star teams and talk MVP, the top of each conference, more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 17, 2022
SI's Howard Beck
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Zach and Howard Beck of Sports Illustrated discuss the many tentacles of the 76ers-Nets mega deal and weigh in on the early returns from other deadline swaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 15, 2022
Trade Deadline Madness with Bobby Marks
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Zach talks to ESPN's Bobby Marks about a wild trade deadline including the Harden-Simmons trade, the Mavericks dealing Kristaps Porzingis to Washington, the Sabonis-Haliburton swap and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 11, 2022
Shelburne and Bontemps
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Zach and ESPN's Ramona Shelburne discuss the Ben Simmons/James Harden situation and what the Lakers should do about Russell Westbrook. Then ESPN's Tim Bontemps talks about the Caris LeVert trade and other deadline rumblings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 08, 2022
Eastern Conference Trade Market with Bontemps and Marks
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Zach talks to ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Bobby Marks about the trade landscape in the Eastern Conference as we approach next week's deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 03, 2022
Herring on the '90s Knicks and MacMahon on the Mavs and Jazz
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Zach talks to SI's Chris Herring about his incredible new book "Blood in the Garden" on the 1990s New York Knicks. Then ESPN's Tim MacMahon joins to discuss the surging Mavs and the reeling Jazz.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 31, 2022
Trade Chatter with Bobby Marks and Picking All-Stars with Kevin Pelton
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Zach runs through the names being bandied about ahead of the trade deadline with ESPN's Bobby Marks. Then Kevin Pelton stops by to select All-Star rosters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 27, 2022
The Scorching Grizz, the state of the Sixers, and a trade!
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Zach and Chris Herrington of the Daily Memphian discuss Ja Morant and the scorching Grizz, then Spike Eskin and Mike Levin of the Rights to Ricky Sanchez talk Sixers, Ben Simmons, and more. Plus analysis of the Hawks-Knicks trade involving Cam Reddish.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 14, 2022
Klay Day and Raptors Deep Dive
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Zach talks to ESPN's Ohm Youngmisuk about Klay Day and the Warriors, then Eric Koreen of The Athletic and Blake Murphy of Sportsnet convene for the annual holiday season Raptors deep dive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 10, 2022
Kustok and King
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Zach talks to Sarah Kustok of the YES Network on Kyrie Irving's debut and the state of the Nets with their part-time star, then Bulls analyst and 8-year NBA veteran Stacey King discusses the East's No. 1 seed -- plus some stories from the glory days Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 06, 2022
Chris Herring
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Zach and Sports Illustrated's Chris Herring take an early pass at picking All-Stars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 03, 2022
Jeff Van Gundy
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Zach and Jeff Van Gundy discuss the biggest questions for the rest of the NBA season: Are the Lakers done? Should Boston break up Tatum and Brown? Who should trade for Ben Simmons and Jerami Grant? Can the Bulls win the East? Much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 30, 2021
ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz
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Zach and ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz discuss the Jazz, Bucks, and Hawks ahead their Christmas Day games -- and touch on what the Knicks should do without Derrick Rose.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 23, 2021
Kevin Pelton and Dr. Robby Sikka
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Zach and ESPN's Kevin Pelton discuss Anthony Davis' injury, the Lakers playoffs chances, the red-hot Grizz, gritty Miami Heat, and more. Then Dr. Robby Sikka joins to discuss the NBA's response to another COVID outbreak.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 20, 2021
Celebrating Curry and Picking X-Factors
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Zach riffs on the greatness of Stephen Curry, and ESPN's Nick Friedell talks about the scene at Curry's record-breaking game at MSG. Then Kevin O'Connor of The Ringer joins to pick X-factors for the rest of the NBA season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 17, 2021
Windhorst and Lopez
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Zach talks to ESPN's Brian Windhorst about the upstart Cavs and the uptick in players testing positive for COVID-19. Then, ESPN's Andrew Lopez on the latest setback for Zion Williamson and how the Pelicans have fared without him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 13, 2021
Bobby Marks
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With Dec. 15 approaching, ESPN's Bobby Marks helps navigate the trade landscape: Indiana's intentions, potential homes for key Pacers, Ben Simmons, Kyrie Irving, James Harden's impending free agency, sellers, and what if anything the Lakers can do.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 10, 2021
Pelton and MacMahon
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Zach and ESPN's Kevin Pelton talk about what's next for the reeling Portland Trail Blazers, then ESPN's Tim MacMahon joins to talk the struggling Mavs, hot Rockets, and streaking Grizz.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 07, 2021
Doris Burke and Eric Collins
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Zach and ESPN's Doris Burke talk about her visit with the Warriors, takeaways from Suns-Warriors I, her beloved Knicks, and the surprising start in Minnesota. Then Charlotte's play-by-play man Eric Collins discusses his burgeoning NBA fame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 03, 2021
Schwartz and McMenamin
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Zach and ESPN's Michael Schwartz break down the red-hot Suns ahead of their showdown with the Warriors, then ESPN's Dave McMenamin checks in on the Lakers -- plus reaction to surgeries for Michael Porter Jr. and Joe Harris, and Knicks lineup tinkering.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 29, 2021
ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz
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Zach takes stock of the league as the quarter poll approaches, then ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz joins to talk the Isaiah -LeBron fracas, more Kings drama, the Wizards and Bulls hot starts, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 23, 2021
Beck and Kustok
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Zach and Sports Illustrated's Howard Beck pick their inner circle of contenders, talk Warriors, and discuss Howard's feature on Scoot Henderson. Then Sarah Kustok of the YES Network talks all things Nets.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 19, 2021
ESPN's Kevin Pelton
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Zach and Kevin Pelton go over angsty teams -- should fans worry about the Knicks, Pacers, Blazers, Kings, Jazz, or Grizzlies? Plus reaction to Evan Mobley's injury, the rampaging Bulls, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 16, 2021
Friedell, Slater, and Ogwumike
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Zach talks to ESPN's Nick Friedell and Anthony Slater of The Athletic about the scorching Golden State Warriors, then Chiney Ogwumike joins to discuss the Mavs, Suns, Clippers, Hawks, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 11, 2021
ESPN's Mike Schmitz
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Zach and ESPN's Mike Schmitz give their early impressions of the NBA's rookie class.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 08, 2021
Baxter Holmes and Brian Scalabrine
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Zach asks ESPN's Baxter Holmes to take us behind the scenes of his Robert Sarver story, then Brian Scalabrine helps dissect a wild week for the Boston Celtics.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 05, 2021
Jeff Van Gundy
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Zach talks to ESPN's Jeff Van Gundy about the Lakers, the surging Wizards, Kyle Lowry's pace, and a way to eliminate take fouls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 01, 2021
Joakim Noah
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Zach and Joakim Noah discuss the highs and lows of his career: the 2009 Celtics series, the Tom Thibodeau era, the Heat rivalry, Derrick Rose's injury, Florida, much more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 28, 2021
Tim Bontemps
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Zach and ESPN's Tim Bontemps bounce around the East: the unbeaten Bulls, buzzy Hornets, the clunky Nets start, Boston, Toronto, much more. Plus, some tidbits on the West, including whether the Thunder might sniff 9-73.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 26, 2021
Chris Herring
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Zach and Sports Illustrated's Chris Herring discuss the highs and lows of the first 72 hours of the NBA season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 22, 2021
Kevin Pelton
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Zach and ESPN's Kevin Pelton discuss the extensions that did and didn't happen -- Deandre Ayton, Mikal Bridges, Malcolm Brogdon, Jaren Jackson Jr., more -- and then Kevin picks his 5 Most Intriguing Players for the upcoming NBA season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 19, 2021
Kemba Walker and Chiney Ogwumike
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Zach talks to Knicks point Kemba Walker about coming home, the highs and lows of his career, and more. Then ESPN's Chiney Ogwumike debates League Pass Rankings with Zach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 15, 2021
Kevin Arnovitz
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Zach talks to Kevin Arnovitz about the latest on Kyrie Irving, Ben Simmons, and the five most confusing teams headed into the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 12, 2021
Bill Simmons
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Zach and Bill Simmons bat around the big questions going into the NBA season: Can the Nets win it all without Kyrie? Who gets Ben Simmons? Which West and East powers are in danger of slipping into the play-in? And much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 07, 2021
McMenamin and Marks
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Zach and Dave McMenamin preview the Lakers season, then Bobby Marks goes inside the Ben Simmons stand-off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 05, 2021
Friedell, Slater, and Serrano
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Zach talks to ESPN's Nick Friedell and Anthony Slater about all things Warriors: Andrew Wiggins and vaccines, Klay Thompson, and how good Golden State can be this season. Then best-selling author Shea Serrano joins to discuss his beloved Spurs.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 30, 2021
Kustok and Bontemps
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Zach talks to Sarah Kustok of the YES Network about Kyrie Irving, Brooklyn's media day, and expectations for the Nets. Then ESPN's Tim Bontemps joins to talk Michael Porter Jr.'s extension, the latest on Ben Simmons, and the Milwaukee Bucks quest to repeat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 28, 2021
Lopez and Begley
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Zach discusses the chaos in Minnesota, then brings on ESPN's Andrew Lopez to talk all things Pelicans and SNY's Ian Begley -- host of The Putback -- to preview the Knicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 24, 2021
Marks and Krawczynski
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Zach talks to Bobby Marks about Ben Simmons, Damian Lillard, and the temporary death of NBA free agency. Then Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic helps preview the Timberwolves under pressure.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 21, 2021
MacMahon and Mares
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Zach and ESPN's Tim MacMahon discuss John Wall trades, and expectations for the Jazz and Mavericks. Then Adam Mares of DNVR Sports hops on to discuss Aaron Gordon's extension and the upcoming Nuggets season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 16, 2021
SI's Chris Herring
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Zach and Sports Illustrated's Chris Herring pick teams that will be better and worse than expected.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 14, 2021
Mike Budenholzer
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Zach talks to Milwaukee Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer about the team's championship journey, his career, highlights and lowlights from his time with the Spurs, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 12, 2021
Stephen A. Smith and Jeff Van Gundy
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Zach talks to ESPN's Stephen A. Smith about the new-look Lakers, the Nets as favorites, the Knicks and Damian Lillard, and more; then ESPN's Jeff Van Gundy stops by to talk about Team USA in Tokyo and the biggest offseason moves.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 10, 2021
McMenamin, Friedell, and Katz
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Zach talks to ESPN's Dave McMenamin about the revamped Lakers roster, ESPN's Nick Friedell about the upgrades for the Bulls and Knicks, and then The Athletic's Fred Katz joins to talk all things Wizards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 06, 2021
Pelton, Shelburne, and MacMahon on Free Agency
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Zach talks to ESPN's Kevin Pelton and Tim MacMahon about winners and losers of early free agency, and Ramona Shelburne stops by to talk all things Lakers -- Russ, Alex Caruso, what this team looks like now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 03, 2021
Bobby Marks on Draft and Free Agency
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Zach talks to ESPN's Bobby Marks about the multitude of moves made on the night of the draft and what it all means for free agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 30, 2021
Jonathan Givony and Mike Schmitz
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Zach talks all things NBA draft with ESPN experts Jonathan Givony and Mike Schmitz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 27, 2021
Woj and Lowe Draft Special
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Zach and ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski discuss the latest intel ahead of Thursday's draft, the biggest names who could be on the move, and a crowded point guard market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 25, 2021
Ted Lasso's Brendan Hunt
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Zach talks to Brendan Hunt about the enormous success of Ted Lasso and the many NBA Easter eggs littered throughout the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 23, 2021
Bucks Clinch - NBA Finals Game 6 Reaction
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Zach Lowe and Brian Windhorst are joined by Cleveland Forward Larry Nance Jr. to discuss Giannis’ historic performance, the significance of a small market team winning, the Bucks’ ability to keep fighting, the coaching redemption in Milwaukee and the future of the Suns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 21, 2021
Tim Legler and Mike Brown
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Zach and ESPN's Tim Legler break down the NBA Finals with the Bucks one win from the title, then Golden State Warriors assistant Mike Brown discusses taking the Nigerian team to the Olympics.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 19, 2021
NBA Finals Game 5 Reaction
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Zach Lowe and Brian Windhorst are joined by Raptors Head Coach Nick Nurse to discuss the wild ending to Game 5, Khris Middleton’s amazing performance, Jrue Holiday’s clutch play, the level of shot making in the game and how the Suns should feel going into Milwaukee for Game 6.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 18, 2021
NBA Finals Game 4 Reaction
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Zach Lowe and Brian Windhorst are joined by Denver Nuggets Head Coach Michael Malone to discuss Khris Middleton’s outstanding performance, how great Giannis’ key block was, Devin Booker’s sensational performance, the Bucks’ reliance on transition buckets, the Suns’ turnovers and Phoenix needing more from Ayton offensively. Then the group talks coach getting into a horse and carriage with Nikola Jokic, get an update on Jamal Murray and discuss the grind of the last two seasons.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 15, 2021
Kevin Arnovitz on the Finals
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Zach talks to ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz about the state of the NBA Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 13, 2021
NBA Finals Game 3 Reaction
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Zach Lowe and Brian Windhorst are joined by Kings’ guard Tyrese Haliburton to talk Giannis’ dominant Game 3, Ayton getting in foul trouble, how Game 4 will set the tone for the series and Chris Paul’s leadership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 12, 2021
NBA Finals Game 2 Reaction
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Zach Lowe and Brian Windhorst are joined by former Hornets and Magic Head Coach Steve Clifford to discuss the great effort from the Bucks, the amazing offensive response from the Suns, what the preparation is like for the teams ahead of Sunday’s Game 3, the importance of Khris Middleton and the process of making adjustments for coaches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 09, 2021
NBA Finals Game 1 Reaction
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Zach Lowe and Brian Windhorst discuss the Suns winning Game 1, Chris Paul’s brilliance, the importance of free throw shooting, what adjustments the Bucks can make and Deandre Ayton stepping up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 07, 2021
NBA Finals Preview with Kevin Pelton & Marques Johnson
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Zach and ESPN's Kevin Pelton preview the NBA Finals. Then, Milwaukee Bucks legend and broadcaster Marques Johnson on the team's journey here, their battles with the 76ers and Celtics in the 1980s, "White Man Can't Jump" and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 05, 2021
Suns Euphoria and Clippers' Future
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Zach talks to ESPN's resident Suns fan Michael Schwartz about what this Finals run means to him, then ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz joins to discuss Chris Paul finally making the Finals, Kawhi Leonard, and what comes next for the Clippers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 01, 2021
Herring on Conference Finals & Lillard
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Zach talks to SI's Chris Herring about both conference finals and the Damian Lillard situation.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 28, 2021
Bontemps and Givony
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Zach talks to ESPN's Tim Bontemps about the East Finals, then ESPN's Jonathan Givony dishes on the lottery and the draft -- and a special appearance by former Suns coach Jay Triano on the Valley Oop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 24, 2021
Bobby Marks and Kevin Pelton
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Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks discuss what comes next for the Sixers and Jazz after awful playoff losses, then ESPN's Kevin Pelton helps preview Hawks-Bucks and breaks down Game 1 of Suns-Clippers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 21, 2021
Mavs dysfunction, Injury woes, and Sixers collapse
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Zach talks to ESPN's Tim MacMahon about dysfunction in Dallas, ESPN's Baxter Holmes and injury expert Jeff Stotts on the wave of injuries league wide, and Spike Eskin of the Rights to Ricky Sanchez podcast on the Sixers epic collapse in Game 5. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 17, 2021
2021 Playoffs Emergency Pod: Durant's Incredible Game 5
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Zach Lowe and Brian Windhorst react to Kevin Durant's indescribable Game 5 performance against the Milwaukee Bucks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 16, 2021
Jeff Van Gundy
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Zach and Jeff Van Gundy discuss the three 2-2 series as the second round of the NBA playoffs heats up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 15, 2021
Arnovitz on Hawks-Sixers and Anderson on Durant
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Zach and ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz discuss all things Hawks-Sixers, then Sam Anderson of the New York Times magazine joins to talk about his mammoth profile of Kevin Durant and the Brooklyn Nets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 10, 2021
Nets cruise, Suns take Game 1, and Fake Porzingis Trades
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Zach talks to ESPN's Bobby Marks and Seth Partnow of The Athletic about the Nets destroying Milwaukee, Suns-Nuggets Game 1, Clippers-Jazz, fake Kristaps Porzingis trades, much more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 08, 2021
Herring and Windhorst
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Zach talks to Sports Illustrated's Chris Herring about all things West and then Brian Windhorst stops by to discuss the front office changes in Boston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 04, 2021
MacMahon, McMenamin, and Pelton
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Zach brings in a whole crew to talk Mavs-Clippers, Suns-Lakers and the Anthony Davis injury, Knicks-Hawks -- plus a look-ahead to a potential Nets-Bucks blockbuster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 31, 2021
Andrews and Woike
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Zach talks about Jazz-Grizzlies and Ja Morant, then ESPN's Malika Andrews joins to discuss the Brooklyn Nets and Dan Woike of the LA Times talks Clippers existentialism.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 27, 2021
Opening Weekend Takeaways: Johnson, MacMahon, and Lopez
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Zach talks Suns-Lakers with Eddie Johnson, Clippers-Mavs with ESPN's Tim MacMahon, and Knicks-Hawks with ESPN's Andrew Lopez. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 24, 2021
Annual First Round Playoff Preview with David Thorpe
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Zach and TrueHoop's David Thorpe reunite for their annual 8 X 8 preview of every first-round playoff series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 21, 2021
Jeff Van Gundy On Warriors-Lakers Play-In
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Zach and Jeff Van Gundy preview the Warriors-Lakers play-in game, and talk playoffs.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 18, 2021
Woj and Lowe Play-in and Playoffs Preview
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Zach and ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski discuss the league's commitment to the play-in tournament, the first round playoff matchups they are most intrigued by, and look ahead to the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 18, 2021
Kirk Goldsberry On Incoming Hall Of Famers
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Zach talks to ESPN's Kirk Goldsberry about new Hall of Famers Kevin Garnett, Tim Duncan, and Kobe Bryant -- plus NBA awards! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 14, 2021
Kevin Arnovitz On Play-In Races & All-NBA Ballot
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Zach and ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz discuss the play-in races and the All-NBA ballot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 11, 2021
Tim Bontemps on All-Defense & MVP Races and Dallas' Jalen Brunson
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Zach and ESPN's Tim Bontemps discuss the MVP and All-Defense races, then Jalen Brunson of the Dallas Mavericks joins to talk play-in, ribbing Luka Doncic, Steve Nash and Allen Iverson as inspirations, much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 07, 2021
Howard Beck on Play-In Tournament Dissension, 6th Man of the Year Deep Cuts
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Zach and Howard Beck of Sports Illustrated discuss the Lakers' recent struggles, the play-in tournament, all the ongoing races, and Sixth Man of the Year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 03, 2021
Chris Vernon & Ben Cohen
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Zach talks to Chris Vernon of the Ringer about the Memphis Grizzlies and the wild West playoff race, then Ben Cohen of the Wall Street Journal discusses his book about the hot hand and Stephen Curry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 29, 2021
West Playoff Race & Battle For LA
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Zach talks to ESPN's Dave McMenamin and Ohm Youngmisuk about the Lakers, Clippers, Blazers, and the broader Western Conference playoff and play-in landscapes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 27, 2021
East Playoff Race With Kevin Pelton
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Zach talks to ESPN's Kevin Pelton about the red-hot Knicks, and the wild East playoff race -- play-in scenarios, the rising Wizards, the race for No. 4, Brooklyn's path, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 23, 2021
Most Improved Player Race: David Thorpe
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Zach discusses Stephen Curry and the MVP race, then goes through the Most Improved Player race with David Thorpe of TrueHoop.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 20, 2021
Sixers center Joel Embiid
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Zach talks to Sixers center Joel Embiid about his MVP case, his improving jump shot, how mad he was about not making All-NBA last season, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 16, 2021
Jamal Murray Out Indefinitely
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Zach discusses Jamal Murray's ACL tear in his left knee and what it means for the Nuggets going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 13, 2021
Chris Herring on the Playoff Race in the West
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Zach talks to Sports Illustrated's Chris Herring about the middle of the Western Conference playoff race -- Mavericks, Spurs, Blazers, Grizzlies -- and the race to avoid both the Lakers and the play-in tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 12, 2021
Doris Burke on playoff push, MVP race
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Zach and ESPN's Doris Burke bounce around all the hot topics in the NBA: playoff races, contenders vs pretenders, the MVP race, much more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 08, 2021
Nick Friedell and Adam Mares
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Zach and ESPN's Nick Friedell discuss the ailing Golden State Warriors, and then Adam Mares of DNVR talks about the surging Nuggets.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 05, 2021
Mina Kimes and Kevin Clark
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Zach talks to ESPN's Mina Kimes about her new Brooklyn Nets fandom and the alleged evils of super teams, and then Orlando Magic superfan Kevin Clark of the Ringer checks in on the Magic's latest rebuild Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 30, 2021