The Zach Lowe Show

Zach is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to discuss Luka Doncic and Cade Cunningham gaining postseason awards eligibility and recap the play-in games and predict winners for the final playoff spots. Then, they go through each set playoff series and rank them in terms of watchability. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:12) Kirk Goldsberry joins the show! (10:58) Luka and Cade ruled eligible for postseason awards (17:22) Biggest crisis among play-in losers? (21:47) Warriors-Suns preview (26:14) Hornets-Magic preview (31:38) Ranking playoff series by watchability, starting with MIN-DEN (42:54) Hawks-Knicks (52:08) Trail Blazers-Spurs (58:52) Rockets-Lakers (1:06:20) 76ers-Celtics (1:15:19) Raptors-Cavaliers Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Kirk Goldsberry Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto When you need your fit to deliver, we’ve got you. Shop Men's Wearhouse. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by Chris Ryan and Adam Mares to run through the final day of the season, dive into play-in predictions, and debate which first-round matchups matter most. There’s plenty of Nuggets talk, including how this team stacks up historically, what to expect against Minnesota, and why Nikola Jokic continues to redefine dominance. Later, Tim Hardaway Jr. hits the stage to talk about his time in Denver, playing alongside Jokic, stepping up when it mattered most, and key moments from the season.(0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!(2:09) Zach gives out his award winners(20:15) All-NBA teams(31:00) Denver live show(37:48) Around the NBA, last day of the regular season(38:08) Adam Mares joins(54:06) Breaking down Nuggets-Timberwolves matchup(01:25:59) Tim Hardaway Jr. joins(01:45:20) NBA Finals predictionsHost: Zach LoweGuest: Chris Ryan, Adam Mares, Tim Hardaway Jr.Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy GilSocial: Keith Fujimoto #ULTRACourtside could get you closer to the game! MICHELOB ULTRA COURTSIDE ’25 to ’26. No Purchase Necessary. Open to US residents 21 plus. Begins on October 1, 2025 and ends on June 30, 2026 Multiple entry periods. See Official Rules at for free entry, entry deadlines, prizes, and details.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by Stan Van Gundy to preview the upcoming playoff matchups, hand out some awards, and discuss how to fix tanking. Plus, they debate whether James Harden or Dwyane Wade had the better career and discuss how their Finals picks have evolved as the season has gone on. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:09) Stan Van Gundy joins the show! (7:33) What playoff series that isn’t set yet is the most interesting? (15:46) What did we learn from SA-DEN? (26:26) Stan’s award picks (38:08) Cooper Flagg has taken on a huge role for the Mavs (46:01) What tanking solution do you like the best? (59:39) Who had the better career: James Harden or Dwyane Wade? (1:04:56) Who was your Finals pick to start the season, and what is it now? Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Stan Van Gundy Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto This episode is sponsored by State Farm®️. Like a good neighbor, State Farm®️ is there with the Assist. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by Rob Mahoney to discuss how Victor Wembanyama's and Luka Doncic’s injuries affect postseason awards and the Western Conference playoffs. Plus, they dissect what’s gone wrong in Chicago, dive into the Bucks-Giannis dysfunction, and compare their all-rookie teams. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:09) Rob Mahoney joins the show! (3:14) Victor Wembanyama leaves game with bruised rib (11:37) All-defense team picks (18:48) All-NBA team picks (38:21) No timetable for Luka’s return (43:27) How to navigate the Western Conference playoffs (54:22) Inside the Bucks and Giannis dysfunction (1:07:04) Chicago Bulls disarray continues (1:17:52) All-rookie teams Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Rob Mahoney Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto #ULTRACourtside could get you closer to the game! MICHELOB ULTRA®️ COURTSIDE ’25 to ’26. No Purchase Necessary. Open to US residents 21 plus. Begins on October 1, 2025 and ends on June 30, 2026 Multiple entry periods. See Official Rules at for free entry, entry deadlines, prizes, and details. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by Michael Pina to break down the East and share their picks for most improved player. Then, Jaime Jaquez Jr. comes on to discuss his improvement, Jimmy Butler leaving, and being part of Bam’s historic night. Finally, Sean Fennessey joins for the first Mets Corner of the season. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:21) Michael Pina joins the show! (4:31) Jaylen Brown continues to impress (12:50) Jalen Duren feels like a lock for All-NBA (18:30) What is our Cavscon level at? (24:03) Are the Knicks just a weird team? (41:41) Wemby with another strong game last night (50:53) Let’s look at the bottom of the East (56:48) Wizards forced to apologize over April Fools joke (1:01:43) Most improved player candidates (1:07:50) Jaime Jaquez Jr. joins the show! (1:13:38) How do you continue to improve? (1:21:01) On Jimmy Butler’s departure (1:23:29) What was it like when Bam scored 83 points? (1:31:54) Mets Corner with Sean Fennessey! (1:33:20) The starting pitching has been fantastic (1:36:14) Bo Bichette’s early struggles continue (1:52:49) Do you care about Soto and Lindor’s relationship? Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Michael Pina, Jaime Jaquez Jr., and Sean Fennessey Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto Visit for 20% off, exclusions apply. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by Wosny Lambre to reveal his most interesting player combos and lineups to watch at the end of the season. Then, Zach shares his Random Thoughts on the NBA! Finally, Zach and Wos discuss which playoff races are the most exciting to watch and debate which awards are already locked up. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:45) Wosny Lambre joins the show! (4:04) Lineups and player combos we most want to see (15:38) Tatum and Brown continue to jell (20:20) The Nuggets' defense is terrible (37:00) Zach’s Random Thoughts on the NBA! (52:44) Which playoff race are you most excited about? (1:00:22) Does SGA have MVP locked up? (1:06:58) How close are Kon Knueppel and Cooper Flagg for ROY? (1:21:02) Let's run through All-NBA teams Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Wosny Lambre Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto Thousands of cars and the largest online selection of vehicle parts. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by Brian Scalabrine to recap the Celtics' win over the Thunder. Then, they discuss how close Wemby is to being the best in the league before sorting through the middle of the Eastern Conference. Then, Moussa Diabaté joins to talk about his nickname, LaMelo Ball, and what the future holds for the Hornets. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:20) Brian Scalabrine joins the show! (3:19) Thoughts on OKC-BOS (17:50) Do the Thunder need to tighten their rotation (20:47) MVP thoughts (31:18) Let’s talk about the Knicks defense (36:57) Should we believe in Cleveland? (41:07) Sorting through the rest of the East (52:06) What are we supposed to make of this Giannis situation? (58:30) Is there a tanking fix you like? (1:08:07) Do you believe in the Denver Nuggets? (1:15:33) Moussa Diabaté joins the show! (1:16:12) Do you like the Moose nickname? (1:19:58) On the brawl with the Pistons (1:25:56) On LaMelo Ball (1:28:44) How has fasting for Ramadan changed things for you? (1:32:38) Do you have your sights set on playing for France at the L.A. Olympics? Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Brian Scalabrine and Moussa Diabaté Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto Thousands of cars and the largest online selection of vehicle parts. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by Mo Dakhil to discuss the biggest stories around the league, including Jalen Williams's return and who they believe should win the MVP. Then, they try to make sense of a messy East before revealing their All-Rookie selections. Finally, Tate Frazier comes on to preview all eight Sweet 16 matchups. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:10) Mo Dakhil joins the show (3:00) Jalen Williams returns (13:48) Lakers' win streak comes to an end (23:44) MVP race preview (33:28) Can we make sense of the East? (50:03) All-Rookie team selections (1:07:32) Tate Frazier joins the show to preview the Sweet 16! (1:09:30) Thursday’s Sweet 16 games (1:21:03) Friday’s Sweet 16 games Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Mo Dakhil and Tate Frazier Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto #ULTRACourtside could get you closer to the game! MICHELOB ULTRA®️ COURTSIDE ’25 to ’26. No Purchase Necessary. Open to US residents 21 plus. Begins on October 1, 2025 and ends on June 30, 2026 Multiple entry periods. See Official Rules at for free entry, entry deadlines, prizes, and details. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to react to the news that Cade Cunningham has a collapsed lung. Then, they rail against the 65-game requirement to make an All-NBA team before discussing Boston’s threat in the East, what will happen with Giannis, and the contenders in the West. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:24) Kirk Goldsberry joins the show! (4:15) The Pistons are suddenly vulnerable (8:32) The 65-game rule is stupid (24:46) Boston scares me in the Eastern Conference (29:50) Giannis and Bucks at odds (39:44) Lakers have been great (58:32) What will happen if Houston loses early? (1:02:47) CAWCAW! The Hawks have won 11-straight games (1:12:57) Most-improved players (1:20:18) Quick thoughts on expansion Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Kirk Goldsberry Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto This episode is presented by State Farm®️. Dishing the assists you need off the court. State Farm®️ with the Assist. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Live from New York, it’s The Zach Lowe Show! Zach starts the show by explaining why New York is so special to him (0:00). Then, Howard Beck comes on for a look at the Eastern Conference (5:25) before David Jacoby joins to draft the craziest moments in Knicks history (22:41). Finally, comedian Sam Morril reveals the teams and players he absolutely hates as a Knicks fan (1:04:14). Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Howard Beck, David Jacoby, and Sam Morril Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto #ULTRACourtside could get you closer to the game! MICHELOB ULTRA®️ COURTSIDE ’25 to ’26. No Purchase Necessary. Open to US residents 21 plus. Begins on October 1, 2025 and ends on June 30, 2026 Multiple entry periods. See Official Rules at for free entry, entry deadlines, prizes, and details. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by Rob Mahoney to break down SGA passing Wilt Chamberlain’s 20-point streak record before sharing their thoughts on Bam Adebayo’s 83-point night. Then, they discuss how the Lakers have looked recently before pivoting to the east. Next, Jon Krawczynski comes on to talk all things Timberwolves and reveal whether he thinks they can right the ship. Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Rob Mahoney and Jon Krawczynski Producers: Mike Wargon, Tony Stefanelli, Nick Kosut, and Oscar De La Luz Social: Keith Fujimoto This episode is presented by State Farm®️. Dishing the assists you need off the court. State Farm®️ with the Assist. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by John Hollinger to discuss whether Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has surpassed Nikola Jokic as the league’s best player. Then, they cover Jayson Tatum’s return and reveal their All-Defensive teams. Next, Zach share random thoughts from around the league before Nick Friedell comes on to break down this season for the Warriors, the Jonathan Kuminga split, and what comes next. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:36) John Hollinger joins the show! (4:16) Did SGA cement his MVP case last night? (21:32) Tatum is back! (35:42) All-Defensive teams (49:22) Why Victor Wembanyama is the Defensive Player of the Year (52:58) One nice thing about a tanking team (56:48) Zach’s random thoughts (1:09:26) Nick Friedell on the Warriors (1:16:22) How will this team fare the rest of the season? (1:26:56) Ready for the Kuminga bowl? (1:32:42) What does the future hold for the Warriors? Host: Zach Lowe Guests: John Hollinger and Nick Friedell Producers: Mike Wargon and Oscar De La Luz Social: Keith Fujimoto #ULTRACourtside could get you closer to the game! MICHELOB ULTRA®️ COURTSIDE ’25 to ’26. No Purchase Necessary. Open to US residents 21 plus. Begins on October 1, 2025 and ends on June 30, 2026 Multiple entry periods. See Official Rules at for free entry, entry deadlines, prizes, and details. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by Chris Ryan to react to the news that Jayson Tatum may be ready to return. Then, they draft the players they love and hate to watch and share their thoughts on Luke Kornet vs. Magic City. Next, voice of the Raptors Jack Armstrong comes on to discuss the Raptors since their title win and what the future holds for this year’s team. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:27) Chris Ryan joins the show! (3:02) Jayson Tatum is nearly back (9:11) Drafting players we love to watch (48:21) Drafting players we hate to watch (56:59) Luke Kornet vs. Magic City (1:04:13) Jack Armstrong joins the show! (1:06:53) How would you describe the post-title time for the Raptors (1:19:34) Don’t think I see the roadmap for this team becoming great (1:31:35) Is Scottie Barnes good enough to be ‘the guy’ Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Chris Ryan and Jack Armstrong Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto This episode is sponsored by Anthropic, the team behind Claude. Try Claude for free today at Claude.ai/lowe The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by Mo Dakhil to discuss Giannis’s return to the lineup and then break down the 6-11 seeds in the Eastern Conference. Then, they head to the West to question if it’s time to begin worrying about the Nuggets and if the Thunder are now the villains of the league. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:36) Mo Dakhil joins the show! (3:50) Giannis returns (13:48) Breaking down the 6-11 seeds in the East (14:54) Philadelphia 76ers (23:28) Orlando Magic (30:15) Miami Heat (37:49) Atlanta Hawks (47:26) Charlotte Hornets (55:19) Which of these teams will actually make the playoffs (56:50) Are we beginning to worry about the Nuggets? (1:12:40) Are the Thunder villains now? (1:16:14) Push-offs are becoming a problem Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Mo Dakhil Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto This episode is presented by State Farm®️. Dishing the assists you need off the court. State Farm®️ with the Assist. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by Tim Legler, who is fresh off calling Thunder-Pistons, to discuss Cade Cunningham’s rise this season. Then, they rank their next-tier MVP players and break down what makes the Spurs so good. Then, Dwyane Wade comes on to talk about his time in Miami, what he’s doing now, and more! (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:08) Tim Legler joins the show! (10:37) Do the Pistons have enough offense to make it through the postseason? (20:35) If you had to pick one, would Jaylen Brown or Cade Cunningham be your MVP? (28:29) Ranking the next tier of MVPs (51:30) Can the Spurs overcome their inexperience? (1:14:54) Harden’s fit with the Cavs (1:19:39) One nice thing about a tanking team (1:28:32) Dwyane Wade joins the show! (1:39:47) When did you know LeBron was coming to Miami? (1:50:04) On becoming "the guy" on the '06 team (2:01:05) What happened in the 2011 Finals loss? Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Tim Legler and Dwyane Wade Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto This episode is presented by State Farm®️. Dishing the assists you need off the court. State Farm®️ with the Assist. This episode is sponsored by Anthropic, the team behind Claude. Try Claude for free today at Claude.ai/lowe The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by Michael Pina to break down what they learned from Spurs-Pistons. Then, they power rank the middle of the Western Conference before closing the show with a look at Zion Williamson and saying one nice thing about a team that’s tanking. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:30) Michael Pina joins the show! (3:38) Spurs were able to handle Pistons physicality (10:12) This showed why Detroit will struggle to win a title (22:51) Can teams with no postseason experience win a championship? (36:33) Power ranking the 3-7 seeds in the west (39:26) Have the most faith in the Nuggets (49:55) Minnesota is still dangerous despite their record (55:31) What has gone wrong with Houston? (1:07:54) Luka’s complaining has reached new heights (1:13:38) The State of Zion Williamson (1:28:18) One nice thing about a tanking team Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Michael Pina Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto This episode is presented by State Farm®️. Dishing the assists you need off the court. State Farm®️ with the Assist. #ULTRACourtside could get you closer to the game! MICHELOB ULTRA®️ COURTSIDE ’25 to ’26. No Purchase Necessary. Open to US residents 21 plus. Begins on October 1, 2025 and ends on June 30, 2026 Multiple entry periods. See Official Rules at for free entry, entry deadlines, prizes, and details. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by Howard Beck to draft the best games remaining in the NBA season. Then, they preview awards season and share their All-NBA teams as well as their MVP picks. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:06) Howard Beck joins to draft the best remaining games (11:48) Knicks travel to Cleveland in late February (22:10) Spurs host the Nuggets on March 12 (36:31) Timberwolves-Rockets at the end of the season (49:24) All-NBA first team predictions (58:38) All-NBA second team predictions (1:08:44 ) All-NBA third team predictions (1:15:09) MVP ballots Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Howard Beck Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto This episode is presented by State Farm®️. Dishing the assists you need off the court. State Farm®️ with the Assist. This episode is sponsored by Anthropic, the team behind Claude. Try Claude for free today at Claude.ai/lowe The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by Rob Mahoney to answer the NBA’s biggest questions, including which teams are real title contenders and the coaches and players who are most intriguing. Then, J. Kyle Mann comes on to reopen the Brandon Miller-Scoot Henderson debate. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:13) Big Questions with Rob Mahoney (6:07) Are the Thunder more vulnerable now than earlier in the season? (12:44) There are only four teams who could seriously win the West (21:33) Is Detroit a real title contender? (28:29) The four teams who could realistically win the East (31:19) What to make of the Celtics? (36:59) Are the Knicks the most confusing team in the league? (46:31) Which team most wants to avoid the play-in? (52:36) Jamahl Mosley will be the most scrutinized coach (56:05) Who is the most intriguing player for the rest of the year? (1:01:25) Tanking still needs more reform (1:12:29) The NBA version of the papal conclave (1:14:39) J. Kyle Mann revisiting the Scoot Henderson-Brandon Miller draft debate (1:24:12) Brandon Miller is unquestionably the better asset right now (1:35:15) Scoot has been injured, but people are forgetting about him (1:43:45) What would a redraft look like? Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Rob Mahoney and J. Kyle Mann Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto This episode is presented by State Farm®️. Dishing the assists you need off the court. State Farm®️ with the Assist. #ULTRAinstructor could get you closer to the action! MICHELOB ULTRA®️ ULTRA Instructor. No Purchase Necessary. Open to US residents 21 plus. Begins on January 30, 2026 and ends on February 22, 2026. See Official Rules at for free entry, entry deadlines, prizes, and details. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by The Athletic's Fred Katz to go through the biggest news and notes in the association, including Jaren Jackson Jr. being shut down for the remainder of the season. Then, they discuss the tanking epidemic and share ways to improve it before closing the show by revealing their best player fits after the trade deadline. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:06) Fred Katz joins the show! (3:20) Aftermath of Pistons-Hornets brawl (12:11) Jayson Tatum practices (24:00) Brandon Ingram named All-Star replacement for Steph Curry (29:12) What will the Suns look like moving forward? (25:03) Jaren Jackson Jr. will miss the remainder of the season (44:55) De’Aaron Fox has replaced Giannis in the All-Star Game (46:51) The tanking crisis is here like it's never been before (1:01:39) How the NBA could fix its tanking problems (1:17:10) Best player fits after the deadline (1:24:34) Jeremy Sochan signs with the Knicks Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Fred Katz Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto This episode is presented by State Farm®️. Dishing the assists you need off the court. State Farm®️ with the Assist. Thousands of cars and the largest online selection of vehicle parts. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by Mo Dakhil to determine who’s on notice following the trade deadline. They discuss how Darius Garland and James Harden fit on their new teams, debate where Kawhi Leonard ranks among the NBA’s best, and challenge the Rockets and Timberwolves. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (1:53) Mo Dakhil joins the show! (2:44) Who’s on notice after the trade deadline? (3:38) Darius Garland is on notice (10:54) Kawhi has been playing like the best player in the league (25:01) The Houston Rockets and their offense is on notice (35:27) Tanking in the NBA is ugly, and the rules need changing (53:34) Miami’s front office has been bad (57:50) Timberwolves need to prove whether they’re a serious contender or not (1:01:28) Can the refs stop calling fouls when offensive players throw their bodies into defenders? (1:07:13) What in the world is the Bulls front office doing? Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Mo Dakhil Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto This episode is presented by State Farm®️. Dishing the assists you need off the court. State Farm®️ with the Assist. #ULTRAinstructor could get you closer to the action! MICHELOB ULTRA®️ ULTRA Instructor. No Purchase Necessary. Open to US residents 21 plus. Begins on January 30, 2026 and ends on February 22, 2026. See Official Rules at for free entry, entry deadlines, prizes, and details. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices