NBA on ESPN

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Knicks signing OG Anunoby to a massive deal, the looming deadlines for Chris Paul and Paul George, Bronny James being drafted by the Lakers, the Nuggets potentially letting Kentavious Caldwell-Pope walk, who the Sixers can sign, and the Wolves moving up to draft Rob Dillingham.

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Zach and ESPN NBA Draft Analyst Jonathan Givony discuss the Knicks trading a haul to Brooklyn for Mikal Bridges, the Nets rebuild, Houston acquiring Suns' picks, Minnesota moving up for Rob Dillingham, Dalton Knecht falling to the Lakers, Portland adding Avdija and Clingan, and much more on the draft.

Knicks trade for Bridges (2:35)

Nets need a nap after last 12 years (13:50)

Knicks' draft night (22:39)

Houston acquires Suns' picks (25:55)

Spurs take Castle at #4 and then trade #8 to Minnesota (32:04)

Rapid fire on surprises from the draft (42:20)

How the centers shook out- Edey to Memphis, Clingan to Portland (49:17)

The case for optimism in Milwaukee (1:02:23)

Paul George latest (1:08:25)

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Knicks trading for Mikal Bridges, if the ‘Nova Knicks reunion creates a title contender in New York right away and why this move & a deal with Houston could be a sign of a huge changes for the Nets. 

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's draft expert Jonathan Givony to preview what we need to know ahead of the NBA Draft this week. Then, ESPN’s Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon talk why we need to pay more attention to Houston, before breaking down the Josh Giddey trade and if OKC has vaulted into title contention.

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Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks talk through all of the angles of the Alex Caruso-Josh Giddey trade, look at landing spots for Paul George, weigh in on the Kings' cap sheet and potential moves, and discuss the state of the Lakers now that they've landed a head coach in JJ Redick.

Sam Presti's press release on Giddey trade (1:21)

Chicago's rebuilding plan (3:41)

Giddey's limitations (12:38)

OKC with Caruso (17:01)

Paul George buzz (28:02)

Fake Paul George opt-in and trade scenarios (34:19)

Malik Monk re-signs in Sacramento (44:12)

The Lakers hire JJ Redick (50:51)

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk their expectations for offseason moves including what will happen to Paul George, if it is possible for Harden to return to Philly, what direction the Clippers are moving in, if it is possible for Klay Thompson to play outside of Golden State, the news of the day that the Lakers have hired JJ Redick as their head coach and an update on the Pistons’ coaching search. 

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Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla joins The Lowe Post to discuss his flashbulb memories after winning the championship, his analytical approach, the challenge of repeating, and the role of luck in the playoffs. Then Jeff Van Gundy joins to discuss his role as an advisor to the Celtics and why he decided to join the Clippers staff as Ty Lue's lead assistant. Plus, the Pistons firing of Monty Williams and the Pacers extension with Pascal Siakam.

What was said in the halftime lockerroom of Game 5 (2:34)

Flashbulb memories from the postgame blue (4:45)

On how he and Zach ran into each other on the court before Game One (7:23)

Learning from his personal Mount Rushmore of coaches (12:07)

The influence of his father (15:12)

How quickly this has all happened for him (22:45)

Implementing his style in his first full off-season as the head coach (24:40)

The 4th quarter of Game 3 (28:28)

The impact of Al Horford (34:14)

On the challenge of repeating (35:47)

Van Gundy (41:13)

On what he did for the Celtics (44:42)

On being a part of his first championship team (47:31)

Brad Stevens is a ruthless competitor (56:50)

On joining the Clippers staff (1:01:44)

News and notes from around the league (1:14:14)

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Zach Lowe to react live to the Boston Celtics winning the 2024 NBA Finals. The guys are joined by surprise guests including legendary sportswriter Jackie MacMullan, Celtics' legend Cedric Maxwell, ESPN's Tim Bontemps & Tim MacMahon and more to break down what the difference was for Boston, the future potential of this team and way more!

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Zach and ESPN's Kevin Pelton discuss the Mavericks' monster win in Game 4, Luka Doncic's improved defensive effort, Dallas' physicality, how Kristaps Porzingis' absence was felt, and the slim chances the Mavericks have to get the series back to Dallas.

Mavericks rout Celtics to stave off elimination (1:35)

Luka's defensive effort (6:12)

The absence of Porzingis (16:16)

Boston's offense coming and going (22:28)

How Porzingis can open things up for the Celtics (33:39)

Dallas' chances to extend this series (41:11)

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to preview Game 4 of the NBA Finals including Brian's take on Luka's Game 3 performance, how everything has finally clicked for the Celtics, why Dallas is out of answers, Embiid's trolling tweet, an abbreviated Cavs Corner and more! 

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