The Crossover NBA Show

Mannix and Beck dive into a disappointing finish in Utah (with an assist from The Athletic's Tony Jones), Ben Simmons's future in Philadelphia, a housecleaning in Dallas, Brad Stevens makes his first big trade, why Stan Van Gundy failed in New Orleans and more. Subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you download podcasts.

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On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes 14-year NBA vet Thaddeus Young, who has seen it all in his career: playing with Allen Iverson, living through The Process in Philly, being traded for Kevin Garnett and Kevin Love. He’s got stories to tell. And he’s got some advice for the Bucks on how to guard Kevin Durant, too.

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Mannix and Beck dive into what could be an interesting Lakers offseason (with an assist from LA Times Lakers beat writer Dan Woike), the Clippers recent surge, Chris Paul's spectacular playoffs, the Nets injury woes and more; later, Cavs point guard Collin Sexton joins Mannix to discuss his situation in Cleveland, going up against top playmakers, matching up against his former coach, Chris Paul, and more. Subscribe, rate and review this pod on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you download podcasts! 

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On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes author Howard Bryant to discuss the state of NBA activism, one year after the George Floyd protests. Is the league still engaged? Or has everyone already moved on? Bryant also offers his theory on the recent wave of fan misconduct.

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Mannix and Beck discuss the future of Blazers guard Damian Lillard (with an assist from NBC Sports Northwest reporter Dwight Jaynes), the Clippers series saving comeback against Dallas, the Mavericks need to improve the roster around Luka Doncic, the Celtics coaching search and more. 

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On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes diehard Nets fan Benny Horowitz, the drummer for the New Jersey punk-rock band, The Gaslight Anthem. They discuss the Nets’ rapid transformation, James Harden’s seamless transition, the highs and lows of Nets fandom and the upcoming Nets-Bucks series. 

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BONUS POD! Joining Mannix for this bonus episode is Ryan McDonough, longtime NBS executive and former assistant GM in Boston. Mannix and McDonough discuss Danny Ainge's decision to step down in Boston, ownership's decision to elevate Brad Stevens, why the Celtics didn't pursue Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti, Ainge's legacy with the Celtics and more. 

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Mannix and Beck are joined by longtime NBA writer Ken Berger, who is back with a new basketball newsletter focused on sports science. Mannix, Beck and Berger discuss the run of ugly incidents at NBA arenas, the state of the two LA teams, an important offseason in Boston and where the hell has Berger been?

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On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes Dr. Derick Anderson, a psychologist who works with players and referees; and SI’s Michael Pina, who wrote this week about the unique strain on NBA teams amid the pandemic. How well has the NBA done in this area? What more can teams be doing? And what responsibility do we have as fans and media in understanding the challenges players face?

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Mannix and guest host Rohan Nadkarni discuss a big offseason in Golden State (with an assist from Warriors beat man Anthony Slater), a huge moment for the Clippers, Indiana's coaching issues, Devin Booker/Trae Young's playoff debuts, the NBA pushing a midseason tournament again, more. 

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