Podcast appearances and mentions of Giannis Antetokounmpo

The College Football Playoff spotlight is on — and we're breaking down every major matchup, position by position. Josh and Tass preview four massive CFP games, debating QB play, trenches, coaching edges, and outright winners: Miami vs Ohio State Texas Tech vs Oregon Alabama vs Indiana Ole Miss vs Georgia Then we hit Sports Scantron, asking which CFP matchup is most likely to deliver a true upset — and which betting line screams danger. From there, it's a full-scale NFL conversation, including: Power Rankings (5–1) of the head coaches you trust most right now Power Ranking Super Bowl matchups we need to see A Top-10 NFL Mock Draft with trades And in the NBA, chaos reigns — we break down a blockbuster Giannis for Bam trade scenario involving the Bucks, Heat, and Hornets. CFP stakes. NFL hierarchy debates. NBA insanity. This one hits every sport, every angle. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our favorite segment every Tuesday is back by popular demand. Pick one only: Dolphins land Burrow or the Heat land Giannis. Plus, who has the most punchable face at WQAM?

Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh discuss who is on the NBA 'Naughty' and 'Nice' lists. The duo breaks down how the Celtics' rookies have made a splash without Jayson Tatum, how the Detroit Pistons can raise their ceiling and how the Warriors can maximize their opportunity with Steph Curry. Plus, should Anthony Edwards be the new face of the league for the next generation? Is Maxime Raynaud the steal of the draft? Are the Pacers tanking??Next, they discuss why the New York Knicks opting out of raising the NBA Cup banner landed them on the naughty list, Evan Mobley taking a step back this season and why referee and player relations are spiraling. Later, does Giannis truly want out of the Bucks? Is it time for the Lakers to trade Austin Reaves?(0:13) NBA Naughty & Nice List(0:49) Nice: Boston Celtics(4:52) Nice: Detroit Pistons(8:47) Nice: Steph Curry(14:32) Nice: Minnesota Timberwolves(17:51) Nice: Maxime Raynaud(21:05) Nice: Indiana Pacers(22:51) Stocking Stuffers(26:21) Naughty: New York Knicks(30:59) Naughty: Evan Mobley(36:03) Naughty: Referee relations(50:06) Naughty: Giannis(56:24) Naughty: Los Angeles Lakers(1:03:43) Naughty: Nico Harrison

The best conversations about the Miami Heat this week from The Joe Rose Show, Tobin & Leroy, and Hochman, Crowder & Solana. Discussing a potential move for a superstar amid reports that Giannis Antetokounmpo met with Bucks brass about his future, something he denied.

The best conversations about the Miami Heat this week from The Joe Rose Show, Tobin & Leroy, and Hochman, Crowder & Solana. Discussing a potential move for a superstar amid reports that Giannis Antetokounmpo met with Bucks brass about his future, something he denied.

The best conversations about the Miami Heat this week from The Joe Rose Show, Tobin & Leroy, and Hochman, Crowder & Solana. Discussing a potential move for a superstar amid reports that Giannis Antetokounmpo met with Bucks brass about his future, something he denied.

Brandon Tierney, Boomer & Gio (18:46), and Evan & Tiki (33:47) all react to the Knicks winning the NBA Cup in-season tournament and what it means for the franchise and rest of season. Plus, Evan says the Knicks are not obligated to raise a banner for the NBA Cup (51:06); Marc Malusis makes the case to keep the core intact and not go after Giannis (1:02:31); Boomer wonders if this could be the Knicks' year? (1:17:04)

In this episode of The Cy Amundson Show, the gang thrust their chubby little fingers into the juiciest storylines from the wide word of sports and (poorly) recaps that info for all of you! SPORTS!  ------------- The Cy Amundson Show (@cyamundsonshow) is one of the best sports comedy podcasts around with Cy Amundson (@cyamundson), Blake Wexler (@BlakeWexler), Tom Schreier (@tschreier3), Ethan Heidorn (@ethanheidorn), Rob Searles (@RobBob17), and Chelanga Langason (@chelangason). -------------- As always, a special shout-out to our sponsors Bradshaw and Bryant PLLC - Bradshaw and Bryant specialize in Personal Injury Lawsuits and are available for a free consultation ANY time that you are involved in a situation that leads to Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, or other Criminal Defense Matters. Call them for free at 800-770-7008 -------------- Don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes - (The Cy Amundson Show) - each rating gets us higher up on the iTunes charts and brings news fans to the podcast!

Brandon Tierney, Boomer & Gio (18:46), and Evan & Tiki (33:47) all react to the Knicks winning the NBA Cup in-season tournament and what it means for the franchise and rest of season. Plus, Evan says the Knicks are not obligated to raise a banner for the NBA Cup (51:06); Marc Malusis makes the case to keep the core intact and not go after Giannis (1:02:31); Boomer wonders if this could be the Knicks' year? (1:17:04)

O & J discuss the Atlanta Hawks vs. San Antonio Spurs where the Spurs got an amazing performance from Victor Wembanyama in only 21 Minutes. Hawks were still without Trae Young and Kristaps Porzingis

Brandon Tierney, Boomer & Gio (18:46), and Evan & Tiki (33:47) all react to the Knicks winning the NBA Cup in-season tournament and what it means for the franchise and rest of season. Plus, Evan says the Knicks are not obligated to raise a banner for the NBA Cup (51:06); Marc Malusis makes the case to keep the core intact and not go after Giannis (1:02:31); Boomer wonders if this could be the Knicks' year? (1:17:04)

Absent depuis 15 jours, Giannis Antetokounmpo a profité de ses retrouvailles avec la presse pour lâcher une déclaration assez bizarre, qui ne va pas calmer les spéculations sur son avenir.Jacques Monclar, Rémi Reverchon, Mary Patrux, Xavier Vaution, Fred Weis et Chris Singleton décryptent l'actualité de la NBA dans le Podcast NBA Extra, présenté par Nicolas Sarnak et Baptiste Denis.En complément de l'émission lancée en 2012, beIN SPORTS a créé, avec ce podcast, un nouveau format pour revenir en profondeur sur la ligue nord-américaine de basketball. Chaque semaine, les membres de l'émission débattent autour de trois thèmes majeurs, qui font l'actualité de la NBA.Un podcast à retrouver aussi sur Youtube : https://tinyurl.com/y4sabkns Hébergé par Audion. Visitez https://www.audion.fm/fr/privacy-policy pour plus d'informations.

Verno and Jacoby return to break down the wild Thursday-night slate in the NBA that saw multiple one-score games and overtime finishes. After, the guys dive into their loves and loathes from the past week in the league. (00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch! (01:48) Nikola Jokic breaks record in win vs. Magic (05:09) Pelicans storm back in OT win vs. Rockets (09:18) Mavs survive Pistons in OT (14:29) The Suns escape with win against the Warriors (18:18) Lamelo Ball, Hornets spoil Trae Young's return with win vs. Hawks (21:07) Luka's triple-double lifts Lakers past Jazz (25:14) Blazers outlast Kings in OT (30:31) Knicks steal a win vs. Pacers(33:02) Verno and Jacoby's no. 1 loves of the week (36:16) Verno and Jacoby's no. 1 loathes of the week (43:26) No. 2 loves of the week (51:13) No. 2 loathes of the week (55:42) No. 3 loves of the week (59:33) No. 3 loathes of the week The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Jessie Lopez and Brian Waters Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sacramento Kings — 0:00:38Will Sacramento's ownership accept an intentional rebuild rather than one through ineptitude?Where does Doug Christie rank among the worst coaches of the last 10 years?Who pulls the plug first: Dallas, Sacramento, or Portland?San Antonio Spurs — 11:08Has Stephon Castle's improved play this season (outside of shooting) altered your stance on whether the Spurs should move him?Do the Spurs ultimately need to move on from Castle to reach their ceiling?Would trading Castle plus picks for Giannis make sense?How should we evaluate De'Aaron Fox so far this season versus his longer track record?Given Wembanyama's size and historical risk for very tall players, should the Spurs consider a more aggressive “win-now” move?What do you see as the Spurs' realistic ceiling and playoff outlook this season?Utah Jazz — 26:35Thoughts on Ace Bailey so far — has your opinion changed on his floor or ceiling?Why isn't Lauri Markkanen getting more All-Star consideration?How has Keyonte George's development changed the Jazz's outlook?If the Jazz choose not to trade Lauri Markkanen, should they shut him down? Join Dunc'd On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Reaction to the Knicks winning a thriller last night against the Pacers. Should the Knicks risk chemistry to trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo? Mark Kriegel joins the show to discuss the Anthony Joshua-Jake Paul fight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Maller talks about Nick Saban complaining about James Madison making the College Football Playoff over Notre Dame, the latest comments from Giannis Antetokounmpo on his relationship with the Bucks, Lame Jokes of the Week, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We had a dozen awesome games, 3 overtimes last night -- and we will get to it all. But today's show is a special one: we have the honor of announcing the Nominees for the 2026 Naismith Hall of Fame class. Luka Doncic has started this season hitting all the right notes but what his latest performance against the Jazz could mean in the west. S-G-A and Jokic have won the past 2 MVPs but are some surprise contenders challenging for the crown this year???... Giannis Antetokounmpo responds to all the noise surrounding his future in Milwaukee, you won't want to miss what he said and why he is saying it now... Anthony Edwards joins our Shams Charania for an exclusive conversation! Find out the one player who still has Ant starstruck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mackey and Judd dive into your Feedback Friday comments and questions! Including excitement about Kevin Garnett rejoining the Minnesota Timberwolves organization -- how can he best help? Plus, is Terrence Shannon, Jr. a lost cause? And more Giannis trade speculation! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey and Judd dive into your Feedback Friday comments and questions! Including excitement about Kevin Garnett rejoining the Minnesota Timberwolves organization -- how can he best help? Plus, is Terrence Shannon, Jr. a lost cause? And more Giannis trade speculation! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the last hour of the show: - Giannis is such a Diva - You're Dead To Mw

Tobin is impressed and disgusted at Giannis Antetokounmpo following his comments with the Milwaukee Bucks beat writers addressing all the rumors with him wanting to be traded or remain a Buck.

Bud Crawford officially retires from boxing, finishing his career 42-0 and undisputed across three weight classes. We break down his legacy, where he ranks all-time, and whether walking away now was the right move.The NFL stays wild as Mike McDaniel opens the door to a QB change in Miami, Jayden Daniels is shut down, major injuries shake up contenders, and the taunting rule debate continues to frustrate players and fans alike.Plus, Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors heat up is Milwaukee nearing the end of an era? We also hit multiple Oh Hell Nah moments from college football and the pros, and wrap things up with a fun Top 5 Christmas Movies discussion.Big Game Sports Buzz is where the pro athlete and the sports fanatic come together for real conversations, strong opinions, and zero fluff.

Giannis speaks....but doesn't say anything. Or is he? Is Doc Rivers lost right now?#MilwaukeeBucks #Bucks #BucksBasketball #BucksIn6 #FearTheDeer #NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textOn this edition of The Brief Case, presented by Spirit Mountain Casino, Trail Blazers beat reporter/Insider Casey Holdahl discusses...• The Trail Blazers beating the Kings in overtime Thursday night at Moda Center• You've got to learn how to win "ugly" games in the NBA• Facing the Kings again Saturday night, this time in Sacramento• The 1999-2000 Trail Blazers roster returning to Moda Center for a reunion at Monday's game versus the Pistons• Celebrating that team that came a quarter short from a trip to the NBA Finals has been a long time coming• The team putting a renewed emphasis on welcoming back former players and coaches• All-Star voting is open and you should stuff the ballot box for Deni Avdija, who is putting up numbers this season that only Luka, Jokic and Giannis are hitting

We had a dozen awesome games, 3 overtimes last night -- and we will get to it all. But today's show is a special one: we have the honor of announcing the Nominees for the 2026 Naismith Hall of Fame class. Luka Doncic has started this season hitting all the right notes but what his latest performance against the Jazz could mean in the west. S-G-A and Jokic have won the past 2 MVPs but are some surprise contenders challenging for the crown this year???... Giannis Antetokounmpo responds to all the noise surrounding his future in Milwaukee, you won't want to miss what he said and why he is saying it now... Anthony Edwards joins our Shams Charania for an exclusive conversation! Find out the one player who still has Ant starstruck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Just like two weeks ago at Lambeau, a MASSIVE showdown between the Packers and Bears, this time at Soldier Field. Packers need a win to get back into first place in the NFC North. Injuries are a big storyline, Micah Parson put on season ending IR this week. JJ Watt had some interesting comments this week about wanting to be a Packers in 2021 but never receiving an offer. College Football Playoffs start tonight, and Giannis finally speaks to the media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victor Wembanyama doesn't even need to start to completely flip a game on its head. On this episode of The Alley Oop Basketball Show on DLS Hoops, Juju Gotti and Trysta Krick break down how Wemby lifted the Spurs just by coming off the bench — blocking everything in sight, dominating the paint, and casually stuffing the stat sheet like it's light work. The hosts also dig into the growing tension between Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks — is this the beginning of a real breakup, or just another NBA power struggle brewing behind the scenes? And finally… Steph Curry might be the only superstar in the league who can sell shoes while barely wearing his own.  Juju and Trysta react to Steph rocking seemingly every sneaker brand except his own, and what that says about sneaker culture, endorsements, and Curry's legacy. From generational talent to franchise drama to sneaker comedy — this episode has it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Around the NFL: Week 16 Preview with Kendra Middleton.(18:22) Dan Roche, from WBZ, joins Toucher & Hardy just before the guys go off for Christmas break. (34:22) Brad Stevens spoke yesterday at Celtics' practice and provided an injury update to Jayson Tatum. Plus, Kendra dismisses the Giannis-to-Boston rumors.Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In hour four, reading comments from Giannis Antetokounmpo today regarding his future in Milwaukee. Plus, the updated Dolphins Injury Report.

We talked about the Knicks winning and then disrespecting the cup in disgraceful fashion. Then we discussed the Bucks going into desperation mode to keep Giannis, Michael Porter Jr trade destinations, the Warriors being washed but needing to make moves to keep Steph happy and a bunch of other random stuff. Enjoy. Get weekly YKB bonus content and more here: https://www.patreon.com/c/YouKnowBall    Follow us on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/youknowballpod    Join us in NOLA: https://app.opendate.io/e/you-know-ball-mardi-gras-extravaganza-february-16-2026-632598 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Duel at High Noon featuring Tua as Jets QB, Knicks and Giannis, and Giants best chance to lose. How good was Terrence Crawford? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12/16/25 Clipps & Drew discuss potential trades for players around the league including Giannis Antetokounmpo, Lauri Markkanen, Trae Young, Zion Williamson, and more. Clipps gives a press conference regarding his fandom for this season. Check out www.clippsndrew.com and sign up for our mailing list!

Hour 2 continues the Dolphins conversation with Joe pointing out the solid play of the offensive line, citing solid grades across the board as Miami slips back into familiar dysfunction. The guys discuss interim GM Champ Kelly, uncertainty around Mike McDaniel's future, and growing fan buzz around drafting Fernando Mendoza after his remarkable turnaround at Indiana. The show then shifts gears with some lighter fare — Cuban and Mexican food debates — before diving into the Miami Heat, including trade speculation, Tyler Herro's role, and the NBA's load-management problem. The hour closes with a focused look at Quinn Ewers' first NFL start, framing it as a franchise-wide evaluation period as the Dolphins reassess their direction, struggles in primetime, and place in the AFC East

The Giannis Antetokounmpo Episode! Giannis sits down with Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Tony Cartagena on Gruber Law Office's Thanalysis. Giannis' appearance is presented by Arena Club. In addition to opening Arena Club Slab Packs, rippin' the brand new Topps Chrome, and chasing a Giannis Rookie Card, the trio discuss winning a Bronze Medal for Team Greece in EuroBasket, and Giannis offers an inside look at his infamous workout with Kobe Bryant. Gruber Law Office's Thanalysis is also presented by Potawatomi Casino Hotel, The Prisoner Wine Company and McDonald's.

0:00 .... Ross hello and welcome.  Show #208 is dedicated to Byron Scott, who was NBA Coach of the Year in 2008. 0:47 ... Friday the Heat play the Celtics in Boston .... who will win? 4:49 ... Saturday's game is Rockets at Nuggets with a great matchup at center with Nikola Jokic and Alperen Sengun. 9:58 ... The Heat visit the Knicks in NY on Sunday ... New York has been unbeatable at home and the Heat have struggled as of late. 13:21 ... The guys pick 5 players and discuss whether they will be traded or not traded.  Anfernee Simons, Zach Lavine, Jonathan Kuminga, Lauri Markkanen, and Giannis Antetokounmpo. 23:16 ... Ross wraps it up and says goodbye TRT 23:30   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Marc "Moose" Malusis dives deep into the high-stakes world of New York basketball, debating whether the Knicks have finally assembled the roster to end a half-century championship drought. Moose weighs in on the Leon Rose era, praising the front office for building a sustainable winner while questioning if the blockbuster deal for Mikal Bridges was a stroke of genius or a massive overpay. Responding to anxious callers, Moose preaches patience and warns against "blowing it all" on a trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo, arguing that the Knicks' current chemistry is their greatest weapon. Whether you're a die-hard who remembers the Patrick Ewing glory days or a new fan caught up in the current hype, Moose breaks down why this "painting" isn't finished yet—but it's already looking like a work of art.

Marc Malusis is back and firing on all cylinders! Moose starts the show by revealing his "jaw-dropping" secret to massive weight loss—embracing hunger and a strict one-meal-a-day schedule that has him looking years younger. But the pleasantries end there as Moose and the callers dive into a white-hot debate over the New York Mets. From the "arrogance" of the pitching lab to the heartbreak of Pete Alonso signing with Baltimore, fans are questioning if David Stearns' "vision" is just a Milwaukee-style downgrade. Moose also tackles the Yankees' reliance on the home run, longing for the days of high-average contact hitters like those on the Blue Jays' roster. Finally, the energy shifts to the hardwood with a look at the Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Knicks rumors and a reality check on whether the Knicks should actually be proud of their NBA Cup win.

Marc "Moose" Malusis is in for BT & Sal and he's taking no prisoners! Moose delivers a blistering critique of Hal Steinbrenner's "passive" leadership, arguing the Yankees have officially surrendered their "Evil Empire" throne to the aggressive Dodgers. He blasts the front office for letting Edwin Diaz slip away and using injuries as a crutch for a fundamentally flawed roster. Over in Queens, Moose torches David Stearns for the Pete Alonso exit to Baltimore, labeling it a "Milwaukee-style downgrade" for a franchise that used to think big. From the Rangers' scoring drought and Chris Drury's mismanagement to the Giannis-to-the-Knicks rumors, Moose covers it all with zero filter. Plus, don't miss Moose's personal "Happy Wife, Happy Life" survival story—cleaning up after a house full of sick kids—and the "jaw-dropping" secret behind his massive weight loss. To wrap it up, betting insider Nick Kostos stops by to draft the definitive Christmas playlist and break down a high-stakes Thursday Night Football clash!

(00:00) CHRIS FORSBERG covers the Boston Celtics for NBC Sports Boston. He joins the show to share his thoughts on the Celtics. The guys go from a TLC reference to inquiring about a 90's music cruise that Hardy will be attending in a few months.(16:30) CHRIS FORSBERG breaks down the Knicks-Spurs NBA Cup matchup. He pivots to his concerns with this year's Celtics team. Plus, Giannis trade speculation/rumors are addressed. (35:09) Today is a getaway for Jon Wallach. Toucher & Hardy rejoice as they notice they have no Christmas or Hanukkah present for him on his last day before the holidays.(PLEASE be aware timecodes may shift up to a few minutes due to inserted ads)CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyThis episode of Toucher & Hardy is brought to you in part by Profluent and then have that linked to https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o2?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michaelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kevin O'Connor breaks down the Knicks' dominant NBA Cup final win against the Spurs and what it means for the team's NBA title chances. He reacts to Victor Wembanyama's tough night and the standout performances from Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby and Dylan Harper. Kelly Iko joins to talk Giannis Antetokounmpo's possible trade destinations, and shares why both the Rockets and Spurs are unlikely to mortgage their future for the superstar. Then, Raheem Palmer dishes on the Clippers' openness to dealing James Harden & Kawhi Leonard and why the Rockets may be the Thunder's top challenger for the NBA title.  (0:32) Knicks win 2025 NBA Cup(14:49) What's next for Ja Morant & Grizzlies?(21:53) Giannis trade destinations(28:30) Will Nuggets make a trade?(37:36) Clippers open to trading James Harden & Kawhi Leonard(43:20) Are Lakers & Warriors too old to contend?(51:18) Which teams can challenge OKC?(56:23) Should there be an NBA team in Vegas?

Anthony makes the case for Giannis being traded somewhere else actually being better for the Lakers, especially if they can land the wing they need for a discount and maybe even wait for Antetokounmpo's impending free agency. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Milwaukee is getting ready to make yet another desperation play to try to convince Giannis Antetokounmpo to stick around. Anthony wonders if this is the time to take advantage of the Bucks' desperation. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Obviously the hope for most is that they wind up acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo but if they don't, there are still ways for the Lakers to benefit from him being traded. Anthony discusses this as well as other trade scenarios and answers questions from the live youtube audience. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Heat Check's Trysta Krick joined the show to talk Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Spurs and more.

On this week's show, the crew discussed how injuries will affect this week's Bears/Packers game, the latest noise around Giannis, if WWE made the right move with Cena's final match (and overall retirement run), and more.

Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck are back with another edition of Real Ones, and they examine how the Spurs snapped the Oklahoma City Thunder's 16-game win streak in the NBA Cup semifinals. Victor Wembanyama returned with a vengeance, netting 22 points and nine rebounds in just 21 minutes of action. The guys ask whether the young and up-and-coming Spurs are actually ready to win now. Should the Spurs make a run at Giannis Antetokounmpo if the Bucks are open to trading him? Plus, the mailbag! (0:00) Intro (1:43) FanDuel ad break (2:33) Are the Spurs going to the NBA Finals? (20:28) Amazon Prime ad break (21:01) How the current Spurs compare with teams of the past (44:30) Mailbag https://www.theringer.com/2021/02/17/nba/jeremy-lin-g-league-santa-cruz-warriors-linsanity Hit the mailbag! realonesmailbag@gmail.com Hosts: Logan Murdock, Howard Beck, and Raja BellProducers: Victoria Valencia and Clifford AugustinAdditional Production Support: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out ⁠rg-help.com⁠ to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Shopping. Streaming. Celebrating. It's on Prime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby return as they preview the NBA Cup championship between the Knicks and Spurs. They then debate whether the NBA Cup could potentially move away from Las Vegas and what the best options are for the fans to be able to go see the games in person. Next, they go through Monday night's slate of NBA action. (00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch! (00:40) NBA Cup championship preview (18:16) Will the NBA Cup leave Las Vegas? (24:06) Nuggets win OT thriller vs. Rockets (32:12) Cade Cunningham shines in win vs. Celtics (35:17) Cooper Flagg makes history in loss to Jazz (40:42) Cam Spencer stays hot and Ja Morant is injured in win vs. Clippers (45:35) How the NBA Cup has affected the Giannis trade market (49:24) Kristaps Porzingis out at least two weeks with illness (52:46) Evan Mobley's calf strain and the Cavs' disappointing season so far The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Jessie Lopez and Stefan Anderson Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nate and Danny tackle Western Conference mailbag questions from the Dallas Mavericks through the LA Lakers, digging into star-trade calculus, emerging young players, and which contenders really scare OKC and Denver.Dallas Mavericks — 0:55Is Max Christie's 65% true shooting for real, and if/when his shooting regresses, can he still be a starter on a championship team?How should Dallas value and time a potential Anthony Davis trade—what kind of package is “enough,” how much does the extension/player option risk matter, and is it better to move him now or wait?Given their place in the standings and draft-lottery odds, how low can Dallas realistically fall in the West, and how much does that affect the urgency to trade Davis?Would a Trae Young–for–Anthony Davis swap make sense for either the Mavericks or the Hawks in terms of fit and direction?How does the Derek Lively–Cason Wallace–Dāvis Bertāns draft-night trade look 2.5 years later for both Dallas and OKC, and which side would you rather be on now?Denver Nuggets — 17:57How has Peyton Watson grown offensively, and is he finally ready to be a reliable playoff-rotation player?Why is Zeke Nnaji still getting minutes over DaRon Holmes—are the Nuggets trying to pump up Nnaji's trade value, or do they genuinely see him as the better fit?What are Denver's best and worst potential playoff matchups in the first two rounds (with OKC assumed as the 1-seed and off the board)?Golden State Warriors — 28:40As in so many recent seasons, the Warriors hit mid-December around .500—what's the single biggest factor that can actually turn their season around?Is there any realistic “retool” path where Golden State trades some of the youth to become a legitimate threat again in games where Steph drops 40+ (e.g., moving Pods/Kuminga plus picks for a real starter)?Is the fan criticism of Brandin Podziemski this year justified—how good is he actually and what are his limitations?How much faith should we have in the Warriors' front office to build another contender post-Steph based on their track record?What's the most likely resolution with Jonathan Kuminga—do the Warriors still see him as a core piece, or is he basically just flotsam matching salary at this point?With Steph still playing at an elite level but the team stuck in the middle, are the Warriors really in an intractable “can't blow it up / can't contend” quandary, or is the path forward actually straightforward?Houston Rockets — 44:17If Giannis becomes available, should the Rockets not go after him this season because of OKC's dominance and instead wait to add another star later, or is this exactly the kind of opportunity you must seize?How much better would Giannis actually make Houston in the next 2–3 years compared with just riding out growth with Alperen Şengün and the current core—and is a Şengün-for-Giannis framework ever worth it?Is a core trio of Amen Thompson–Şengün–Giannis really viable given their combined limitations, and if so, who becomes the odd man out long-term?Is Reed Sheppard being misused when he's just parked in the corner while others run the offense—are the Rockets wasting his on-ball skills by treating him like a pure 3-and-D guard?Including possible trades, who is the bigger playoff threat to the Thunder this year: the Spurs or the Rockets?LA Clippers — 53:52Do the Clippers' struggles this season help them at all when the league decides Kawhi Leonard's punishment, or is that totally irrelevant to discipline?How much of the Clippers' disaster season is real underlying weakness versus bad clutch luck and opponent shooting luck (teams bombing threes against them)?What is the most likely course of action for the Clippers at the trade deadline—could they or should they do any kind of “firesale” given they owe so many picks?In hindsight, did the Clippers have the worst offseason—essentially gifting Miami an All-Star-caliber Norman Powell while signing a washed Brook Lopez—and how badly did that set them back?What are the realistic odds the Clippers can claw back to the 10th seed and at least mildly salvage their season?LA Lakers — 1:04:21The Lakers' record is great but their net rating is mediocre—what are their biggest weaknesses or needs, and do they actually play well enough consistently to reach the West finals or NBA Finals?In the MVP discussion, did you underrate Luka Doncic compared with Giannis—if you swapped their team contexts (Luka on the Bucks, Giannis on the Lakers/Mavs), how would that affect their cases, especially when you account for defense?With LeBron driving less and spending more time on the perimeter, would the Lakers' offense be better if they used him more in the post/elbow or as a handoff hub instead of having him just initiate from outside? 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