Logan and Raja react to Steph Curry’s preseason game-winner against the Sacramento Kings, Jordan Poole dropping 41 points in three quarters, and whether or not both performances feel like statement games ahead of the regular season (2:58). Next, they discuss James Harden skipping 76ers practice and how his trade request has become a total distraction to the team (38:41). Finally, the guys close with their Real Ones of the Week (52:47). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout ringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Kai Grady   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steph Curry’s Preseason Game-Winner, Jordan Poole’s Revenge Season, and James Harden’s Trade Request Antics | Real Ones

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Justin, Rob, and Wos get together in the studio to discuss whether the Mavericks found a blueprint in Game 4 to climb back into the NBA Finals. Then, they talk through Kristaps Porzingis’s impact on this series and whether the Celtics need to make any adjustments heading into Game 5.  They close things out by breaking down the Joel Embiid–Paul George interaction (33:31) and discussing Klay Thompson's removal of Warriors references from his Instagram account (44:06). Buy tickets to our live show in Los Angeles here! The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.  Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney and Wosny Lambre Producers: Victoria Valencia, Tucker Tashjian and Ben Cruz Social: Eduardo Ocampo   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Did the Mavs Find a Blueprint for a Historic Comeback? Plus, Side-Eyeing Three Curious Free Agency–Adjacent Moves. | Group Chat

Logan and Raja discuss Boston's commanding 3-0 lead, why this year’s Celtics squad is one of the best postseason teams of all time, and how the Mavs’ most significant flaws are getting exposed in this series (1:30). Later, Logan is joined by Howard Beck to honor the late Jerry West as their Real One of the Week and talk about his legacy as both a player and general manager, the unparalleled impact he left on the NBA, and much more (40:19). 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

Logan Apologizes to the Celtics, and Luka’s Flaws as a Superstar. Plus, Remembering Jerry West. | Real Ones

Justin, Rob, and Wos recap the Celtics going up 3-0 against the Mavericks in the NBA Finals. They discuss Luka fouling out late in the fourth quarter, the difference between Boston and Dallas’s bench contributions, and Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown overwhelming the Mavericks. After, they talk about the passing of Jerry West and his lasting legacy as a player, coach, and executive (56:14). Buy tickets to our live show in Los Angeles here!  The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producer: Eduardo Ocampo Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Celtics Are Just Too Much for the Mavs. Plus, a Goodbye to Jerry West. | Group Chat

Logan is joined by The Ringer’s Howard Beck to discuss another Celtics victory in Game 2 of the Finals, the Mavs having no solution for the Celtic’s defense, and Jalen Brown playing like an MVP (12:16). Howard rants about Mav's expectations of coming back to win the series and shares stats on teams who win the first two games of the series (25:04). Later, they share live updates and reactions to Dan Hurley’s decision to stay at UConn after the Lakers courted him with a six year, $70 million deal (31:30). Finally, the guys close with their Real Ones of the Week (40:25). 
 Host: Logan Murdock Guest: Howard Beck Producer: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistants: Kai Grady and Olivia Crerie Video: John Richter and Victoria Valencia Social: Keith Fujimoto   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Howard Beck on ‘Real Ones,’ Celtics Taking Game 2 of the Finals, and MVP Predictions. Plus, Live Updates on Dan Hurley’s $70 Million Offer From the Lakers. | Real Ones

Justin, Rob, and Wos react to the Celtics' 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals. They discuss how the Celtics found a way to win despite poor shooting, the Mavs' supporting cast's struggles, and early predictions for Finals MVP. Then they give their thoughts on the potential for Dan Hurley to be the Lakers' next head coach and share their thoughts on the coaching search overall (34:48). 
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 Please visit http://www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 
 Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Tucker Tashijian Social: Eduardo Ocampo Additional Production Supervision: Ben Cruz   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steph Curry’s Preseason Game-Winner, Jordan Poole’s Revenge Season, and James Harden’s Trade Request Antics | Real Ones

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