Justin and Wos discuss whether Damian Lillard is truly destined for Miami (5:00), and they also rank the trade packages reportedly available to Portland for Lillard (21:30). Then, they round up some other free agency news, and discuss what teams made signings they liked and disliked (44:24). 
 Hosts: Justin Verrier and Wosny Lambre Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ranking the Blue-Chip Assets in the Dame Chase, Plus More Big Post-Free Agency Questions | Group Chat

The Ringer NBA squad provides the insight, reporting, and analysis that you need in your life right here on The Ringer NBA Show. On Sundays and Wednesdays, check out 'Group Chat' with Justin Verrier, Wosny Lambre and Rob Mahoney. Tap in on Mondays and Thursdays for 'Real Ones' with Logan Murdock and Raja Bell.

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Logan and Raja discuss how the Celtics blew out the Mavs in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, Boston’s effective defensive schemes against Luka and Kyrie, and how Jaylen Brown stepped up to meet the moment (1:44). Along the way, they react to Kristaps Porzingis’s explosive return from injury and the major impact he has on both sides of the ball when he’s on the floor (33:43). Later, they briefly unpack the two front-runners for the Lakers' head-coaching vacancy—JJ Redick and Dan Hurley—and what each hire could mean for the team moving forward (47:45). Finally, the guys close with their Real Ones of the Week (52:14). Email us questions for Mailbag Monday! realonesmailbag@gmail.com The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 
 Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Social: Keith Fujimoto   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Celtics’ Dominant Game 1 Finals Win and What to Expect from Dallas in Game 2. Plus, Is Dan Hurley the Right Fit for the Lakers? | Real Ones

Justin, Rob, and Wos come together on the eve of Game 1 of the NBA Finals to discuss some of the biggest trends and lessons from the playoffs. They talk about the versatility of the Mavs frontcourt, the importance of depth, lower seeds making the Finals, and more. 
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The Biggest Trends and Lessons From the 2024 Postseason | Group Chat

Logan, Raja, and Howard preview the upcoming NBA Finals matchup between the Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks, debate who has the most to gain from winning the title, discuss how this series can swing the reputations of specific players, make predictions, and much more (2:00). Finally, the guys close with Mailbag Monday (48:00). Email us questions for Mailbag Monday! realonesmailbag@gmail.com The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Social: Keith Fujimoto   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Celtics-Mavs NBA Finals Preview | Real Ones

The Verrierables are back! This time Justin, Rob, and Wos begin their preview of the NBA Finals by answering six questions about this matchup between the Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks including their Finals predictions.  Buy tickets to our live show in Los Angeles here! The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit http://www.rg-help.com  to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, Wosny Lambre  Producer: Isaiah Blakely  Social: Eduardo Ocampo  Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA Finals Verrierables: Mavs vs. Celtics | Group Chat

Logan and Howard discuss the Mavs closing out the Western Conference finals against the Minnesota Timberwolves, what they learned about both teams in Game 5, and the lasting ramifications of this series for the West (1:04). Next, they talk about the Mavs adding a few key pieces at the trade deadline, how making the right moves can alter the championship trajectory of a team in the modern NBA, and Kyrie’s on-court redemption arc (30:31). Later, they debate where Luka and Kyrie fall in the argument for the best NBA backcourts of all time (50:06). Finally, the guys close with their Real Ones of the Week (58:52). Email us questions for Mailbag Monday! realonesmailbag@gmail.com The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.﻿ Hosts: Logan Murdock and Howard Beck Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady Social: Keith Fujimoto   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ranking the Blue-Chip Assets in the Dame Chase, Plus More Big Post-Free Agency Questions | Group Chat

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