Podcasts by The Crossover NBA Show

In Season Tournament Semifinals&Heat Check from 2023-12-08T18:10:52

Chris Mannix and Rohan Nadkarni discuss the reasons Mark Cuban might be selling the Mavericks for, the in season tournament semi finals, the ceiling's for the Magic and Thunder this season, what...

Chris Paul vs. Scott Foster&Pistons Hit Bottom from 2023-11-28T22:48:51

Chris Mannix and Rohan Nadkarni break down the escalating feud between Chris Paul and referee Scott Foster after his ejection last week. We also discuss the lifeless Detroit Pistons who are head...

Bulls Trade Destinations&Warriors Tepid Start from 2023-11-21T18:08:13

Chris Mannix and Rohan Nadkarni break down what teams (if any) could be trade destinations for Zach Levine and if Alex Caruso could command multiple first round picks from possible suitors. We a...

Rockets Surprise Start&Maxey's Star Turn from 2023-11-13T22:38:30

Chris Mannix and Rohan Nadkarni break down how the the Rockets offseason veteran acquisitions and head coach Ime Udoka have led them to a surprising 6-3 start before breaking down why Tyrese Max...

Milwaukee's Growing Pains&Early Season Observations from 2023-11-10T20:07:12

Rohan Nadkarni is joined by The Ringer's Michael Pina to break down some of the Bucks struggles with Damian Lillard to start the season, Nikola Jokic making an easy case for his third MVP award,...

Harden's Clippers Debut&Panic Meter Ratings from 2023-11-07T19:35:04

Chris Mannix, Rohan Nadkarni, and Chris Herring break down James Harden's debut for the Clippers before discussing what team's may need to hit the panic button after slow starts for the Lakers, ...

Clippers Land Harden&Grizzlies Injury Woes from 2023-10-31T21:42:24

Chris Mannix, Rohan Nadkarni, and Chris Herring break down the end of the James Harden trade demand saga as he is dealt to the Clippers for a haul of role players and picks. We also discuss some...

Bucks Extend Giannis&Pre Season Storylines from 2023-10-24T19:44:53

Chris Mannix and Rohan Nadkarni discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo's new three years extension with the Bucks that sets him up to spend his entire career with Milwaukee. We also break down some major...

Pre Season Roundtable w/ Shea Serrano&Jason Concepcion from 2023-10-20T08:00

Rohan Nadkarni chats with the hosts of the Six Trophies podcast, Shea Serrano and Jason Concepcion about their news show, Joel Embiid signing with Skechers, how many rings the Spurs will win wit...

Sports Media Controversies&Lillard's Bucks Debut from 2023-10-17T18:30:46

Chris Mannix and Chris Herring share their thoughts on the Braves clubhouse reporting controversy and the politics of Pat McAfee paying Aaron Rodgers to appear on his show before breaking down D...

Preseason Begins&The Annual GM Survey from 2023-10-11T17:52:24

Chris Mannix, Rohan Nadkarni, and Chris Herring discuss Michael Rubin's comments about James Harden wanting to win a title before breaking down the annual GM survey including MVP picks, title fa...

Harden Reports To Camp&Nuggets/Lakers Beef from 2023-10-05T16:14:14

Chris Mannix, Rohan Nadkarni, and Chris Herring discuss why the Sixers should learn from the Blazers and not rush into a trade for James Harden before the season begins. We also discuss the ligh...

Celtics Land Jrue Holiday from 2023-10-02T16:10:57

Chris Mannix and Rohan Nadkarni break down the Blazers rerouting Jrue Holiday to the Celtics and what weaknesses Boston might have after a busy offseason and what might happen with James Harden ...

Lillard to the Bucks Breakdown from 2023-09-27T23:36:46

Chris Mannix and Rohan Nadkarni break down the three team trade that sent Damian Lillard to the Bucks, Deandre Ayton and Jrue Holliday to the Blazers, a ton of role players to the Suns, and noth...

Toronto Reignites The Lillard Trade from 2023-09-27T08:00

Chris Mannix, Rohan Nadkarni, and Chris Herring break down the latest rumors in the offseason Damian Lillard trade drama with the Toronto Raptors and Scottie Barnes being mentioned as possible t...

Player Participation Policy&Team's We're Bullish On from 2023-09-14T08:00

Chris Mannix, Rohan Nadkarni, and Chris Herring discuss the new player participation policy to curb load management, why the response from the league as a whole needs to be better after the arre...

Top Ten 2023 Duo's w/ Michael Pina from 2023-09-08T21:07:54

Rohan Nadkarni is joined by The Ringer's Michael Pina to break down each of their top ten NBA duo's for 2023, and of course, bicker about which one's they disagree with

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Milwaukee's Impending Rebuild&Miami's Playoff Odds from 2023-09-01T08:00

Chris Mannix and Rohan Nadkarni give some quick observations from the basketball world cup before breaking down what the Buck's need to do to avoid a rebuild following Giannis Antetokounmpo's co...

James Harden vs. Daryl Morey from 2023-08-15T22:04:21

Chris Mannix and Rohan Nadkarni break down James Harden's comments in China calling Daryl Morey a liar and if either side has any leverage

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Breaking Down The 2006 Finals w/ Dwyane Wade from 2023-08-09T08:00

Rohan Nadkarni is joined by Dwyane Wade ahead of his induction into the hall of fame to break down his the 2006 NBA finals and his forty-two point effort in the Heat's game three victory against...

The Actual Summer League Takeaways w/ Jon Rothstein from 2023-07-25T08:00

Chris Mannix is joined by College Hoops Today's Jon Rothstein to get into some of the standout and questionable perfroamces from summer league including Scoot Henderson, Brandon Miller, Chet Hol...

The Sixers Offseason Headache from 2023-07-19T22:33:16

Chris Mannix, Rohan Nadkarni, and Chris Herring break down what is in store for the Sixers and president Daryl Morey as they try to find a suitable package for James Harden and what things might...

New Rule Changes&Interesting Lineups from 2023-07-13T17:31:02

Rohan Nadkarni and Chris Herring break down the league's newly announced rule changes for flopping and coaches challenges before getting into what new lineups we're looking forward to seeing nex...

Dame/Harden Updates&Mavs Make Some Moves from 2023-07-07T17:38:02

Chris Mannix, Rohan Nadkarni, & Chris Herring discuss the latest updates on Damian Lillard requesting a trade from the Blazers, if James Harden could be back with the Sixers next season, and...

Lillard's Trade Request&Big Free Agency Spending from 2023-07-03T21:29:57

Chris Mannix & Chris Herring break down Damian Lillard's trade request and what team's could land them the biggest trade hauls in NBA history. We also look at the big spending that was done ...

Top Teams Free Agency Questions from 2023-06-28T21:29:30

Chris Mannix, Rohan Nadkarni, and Chris Herring break down some of the top stories going into the start of free agency including the Bucks pivotal offseason need to resign Brook Lopez and Khris ...

Big Draft Week Trades&Lillard's Future from 2023-06-23T18:10:26

Chris Mannix, Rohan Nadkarni, and Chris Herring break down the big trades that sent Kristaps Porziņģis to Boston, Marcus Smart to Memphis, Jordan Poole to Washington, and Chris Paul to Golden St...

The Bradley Beal Trade Implications from 2023-06-19T19:53:33

Chris Mannix and Rohan Nadkarni break down how Phoenix looks after trading for Bradley Beal, the little return Washington got in the deal, and how Miami could be ready to make a big move for Dam...

Ja Morant's 25 Game Suspension from 2023-06-16T20:26:50

Chris Mannix and Chris Herring break down the NBA issuing Ja Morant a 25 game suspension following his second gun-related incident, the response from the NBA Players Association, and Ja himself<...

Bradley Beal's Destination&Top Draft Trades from 2023-06-15T17:39:36

Chris Mannix, Rohan Nadkarni, and Chris Herring break down the flurry of trade rumors involving Bradley Beal and where he might end up. We also debate if the Pelicans should try to swap Zion Wil...

Denver Takes The 2023 NBA Title from 2023-06-13T17:45:52

Chris Mannix, Rohan Nadkarni, and Chris Herring break down the Nuggets game five series clinching win over the Miami Heat, how Denver is poised to compete in the future, and what's next for Miam...

The Heat Make It A Series from 2023-06-05T16:59:13

Chris Mannix, Rohan Nadkarni, and Chris Herring break down how the Heat beat the Nuggets in game two of the Finals to even up the series 1-1 as they head to Miami for game three 

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Denver Wins Game One&Major Coaching Hires from 2023-06-02T19:49:50

Chris Mannix and Rohan Nadkarni break down Denver's game one Finals victory over Miami, Nick Nurse, Frank Vogel, and Monty Williams finding new head coaching jobs, Adam Silver's comments on a po...

Miami Upsets Boston&Bob Myers Exit from 2023-05-30T19:21:31

Rohan Nadkarni & Chris Herring break down Miami's blowout win over the Celtics in game seven and wonder if Jaylen Brown will sign a super max deal with Boston this offseason before previewin...

Are The Nuggets Interesting Enough? from 2023-05-25T21:09:35

Chris Mannix and Rohan Nadkarni discuss Chris's comments on the Denver Nuggets from his appearance on the Rich Eisen that angered many on social media before previewing game six between the Bost...

Denver Sweeps L.A.&LeBron's Future from 2023-05-23T19:19:57

Chris Mannix, Rohan Nadkarni, and Chris Herring break down how the Denver Nuggets stuck with the core pieces of their roster en route to a finals birth, the many routes LeBron James could take t...

ECF Game 1&The Ja Morant Situation from 2023-05-18T19:40:25

Chris Mannix, Rohan Nadkarni, and Chris Herring break down what went wrong for Boston in their game one loss to the Heat, the latest developments after Ja Morant was seen with a gun again on IG ...

Previewing The Conference Finals w/ Michael Pina from 2023-05-15T19:21:57

Rohan Nadkarni is joined by The Ringer's Michael Pina to break down Jayson Tatum's huge performance and the Sixers big collapse in their game seven matchup before taking a look at how both confe...

Boston Forces Game 7&The Future of the Suns from 2023-05-12T20:30:44

Chris Mannix, Rohan Nadkarni, & Chris Herring break down the disappointing performance on both sides in Boston's game six victory over the Sixers, whether Anthony Davis should be playing in ...

Boston's Game Five Meltdown from 2023-05-10T18:56:38

Rohan Nadkarni and Chris Herring break down the Celtics embarrassing game five loss at home to the Sixers, how the Jokic led Nuggets pulled ahead of the Suns, and where several Warriors might en...

Bucks Fire Budenholzer&Second Round Action from 2023-05-05T18:08:03

Rohan Nadkarni and Chris Herring break down the mixed reactions to the Bucks firing Mike Budenholzer following their first round loss to the Heat, how the Warriors lineup change gave them a blow...

Dillon Brooks Memphis Break Up&Early Second Round from 2023-05-02T19:06:32

Chris Mannix, Rohan Nadkarni, and Chris Herring break down the leaked info that Dillon Brooks will not be brought back by the Memphis Grizzlies under any circumstances, the Boston Celtics bad pe...

Offseason Plans After First Round Exits from 2023-04-28T19:59:21

Chris Mannix and Chris Herring break down what the Bucks, Clippers, Cavaliers, and Timberwolves should do this offseason following some very disappointing losses in the first round

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Lakers&Heat On The Verge of Upsets from 2023-04-25T20:48:36

Chris Mannix, Rohan Nadkarni, and Chris Herring discuss the Lakers and Heat taking 3-1 leads over the Grizzlies and Bucks following dominant performances by LeBron James and Jimmy Butler before ...

Kings Weaknesses Exposed&Cavs Brunson Attack from 2023-04-21T20:01:32

Chris Mannix, Rohan Nadkarni, and Chris Herring get into if Draymond Green's game three suspension was justified and how the Warriors adapted in their dominant victory over the Kings. We also di...

Fallout of "Stompgate"&First Round Weekend from 2023-04-18T18:12:01

Chris Mannix, Rohan Nadkarni, & Chris Herring share there thoughts on Draymond Green's ejection in game two against the Kings for stomping on the chest of Domas Sabonis before breaking down ...

Previewing The First Round Playoff Matchups from 2023-04-14T18:17:18

Rohan and Chris break down the first round playoffs matchups and wonder if the Warriors experience can take them on a long run, if the Knicks can beat the Cavs without a healthy Julius Randle, a...

Jeff Benedict on Unauthorized Biography 'LeBron' from 2023-04-11T08:00

Chris Mannix talks to author Jeff Benedict about his unauthorized biography of LeBron James, 'LeBron'

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How the Final Weekend Could Play Out from 2023-04-07T17:29:18

Mannix and Rohan break down what the top teams have to play for in their final two games of the season before discussing what the Mavericks might do in the offseason following comments made by M...

How Far Can the Suns Actually Go? from 2023-04-04T08:00

Mannix, Rohan & Chris break down Kevin Durant's return to the Suns and if the team will have played together enough to challenge for a title, how the Knicks can stay hot without Julius Randl...

The Lakers Will Win the West&Portland's Lillard Conundrum from 2023-03-31T18:19:29

Mannix and Rohan breka down the MVP race as ESPN's straw poll puts Joel Embiid slightly ahead of Nikola Jokić. We also discuss whether Mannix's bold prediction of the Lakrs winning the west can ...

Where Does Dallas Go From Here? from 2023-03-29T08:00

On today’s show, Rohan and Chris Herring start with discussing Joel Embiid’s absence in Monday’s game between the Sixers and Nuggets. Then they dive deep into the state of the Mavericks, wonderi...

MVP Race Tightens&MJ'S Hornet's Legacy from 2023-03-22T08:00

Mannix is joined again by Rohan Nadkarni and Chris Herring to break down how the MVP race between Nikola Jokić & Joel Embiid has gotten even closer, if the Lakers are really a contender with...

How The West Could Be Won from 2023-03-16T08:00

Rohan and Chris and joined by Chris Mannix again on this week's Open Floor where we break down a wide open western conference and why the Kyrie Trade hasn't worked out so far in Dallas, how a on...

Ja Morant's Consequences&The Surging Knicks from 2023-03-08T09:00

Chris Mannix joins Rohan & Herring to get into both the real life and basketball consequences that Ja Morant could face after his gun related IG live controversy. We also discuss the red hot...

The Clippers&Lakers Are In The Mix from 2023-02-28T09:00

Mannix and Beck break down the Clippers signing of Russell Westbrook off the buyout market and this hurts a team that hasn't met its lofty expectations, We also discuss if the Lakers recent succ...

The Mailman and The Answer from 2023-02-24T09:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck sits down with Hall of Famers Karl Malone and Allen Iverson to reflect on their careers, their complicated relationship with the league with their thoughts on ...

A 2023 All Star Weekend Recap from 2023-02-20T09:00

Mannix and Beck break down the highs and lows of the all star weekend festivities, Adam Silver's not so candid press conference, things to watch out for in the second half of the season, and who...

KD’s New Chapter w/ Michael Lee from 2023-02-17T09:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes the Washington Post’s Michael Lee, to discuss Kevin Durant’s move to Phoenix. Is it championship or bust for the Suns? What’s at stake for KD now? And...

GPII Trade Controversy&Phoenix's Title Odds from 2023-02-14T09:00

Mannix and Beck break down the nearly rescinded trade involving Gary Payton II between the Trail Blazers and Warriors before discussing the actual title chances Phoenix has going forward, how th...

Trade Deadline Megapod Pt 1: Is Durant Enough For Phoenix? from 2023-02-10T00:32:35

Mannix and Beck are joined by Open Floor Pods Rohan Nadkarni & Chris Herring for part one of our trade deadline breakdown where we get into the late massive deal that sent Kevin Durant to th...

All Angles of the Kyrie Irving Trade from 2023-02-06T21:28:16

Mannix and Beck break down Kyrie Irving's trade to the Maverick's from the Nets side of getting players in return that allows them to remain a competitor to where Dallas imagines Luka and Kyrie ...

Kyrie Irving's Sudden Trade Request from 2023-02-04T17:30:31

Mannix and Beck convene for a bonus/emergency pod to break down Kyrie Irving's demand for a trade from the fourth place Nets just days before the trade deadline 

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One on One w/ Jazz Head Coach Will Hardy from 2023-02-03T09:00

On this week's Friday edition of the crossover Chris Mannix is Jazz coach Will Hardy. Hardy opens up about his path to the NBA, his most embarrassing moment as an assistant coach in San Antonio,...

Officiating Drama Comes To the NBA from 2023-01-31T09:00

Mannix is joined by former GM of the Sixers and Nets, Billy King to break down the last second no foul call on LeBron James against the Celtics and the leagues response to it. We also take a loo...

Be Like Kobe w/ Prof. Caleb Mezzy from 2023-01-27T09:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes professor Caleb Mezzy, who teaches a course called “Mamba Mentality,” inspired by the life and career of Kobe Bryant

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The Lakers Treadmill of Mediocrity from 2023-01-25T19:52:43

Mannix and Beck break down where Warriors president Bob Myers might end up if he doesn't stay with the team, where the Lakers stand after trading for forward Rui Hachimura, what moves the Blazer...

LeBron’s Future&All-Star Picks w/ David Aldridge from 2023-01-20T09:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes veteran scribe David Aldridge of The Athletic to potential LeBron James trades this offseason. They also pick their All-Star starters and discuss the ...

Midseason NBA Awards from 2023-01-16T18:46:43

Mannix and Beck break down where the struggling Warriors and surging Grizzlies stand at the seasons halfway point before giving out our awards for the season so far. Should Jokic really win a th...

Utah, We Have a Problem …w/ Vincent Goodwill from 2023-01-13T09:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes Vincent Goodwill of Yahoo Sports to discuss Nikola Jokic’s bid for a third straight MVP and the muddled All-Star picture. Then they delve into Donovan...

The Good (and Bad) Teams That Need to Make a Move from 2023-01-10T09:00

Mannix and Beck break down why the Lakers, Wizards, Bulls, Jazz, Grizzlies, and Raptors need to be in the buyers and sellers market as they gear up for a deep playoff run or prepare for a rebuil...

Welcome to … Zach Lowe from 2023-01-06T09:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes ESPN’s Zach Lowe to discuss trends at the NBA’s mathematical midpoint, including the sudden explosion of high-scoring individual games, capped by Dono...

Luka's Dominance, LeBron's Future,&Minnesota's Misery from 2023-01-03T09:00

Mannix and Beck break down Luka's dominant play this season after he puts up yet another 50 point game and wonder what might happen in the final years of LeBron's career as the window to win a t...

Harden's Houston Interest&Lazy Tampering Punishments from 2022-12-28T09:00

Mannix & Beck break down the Nets recent run over some of the leagues best teams, the latest drama over James Harden reportedly showing interest in returning to the Rockets, why the Bucks wi...

Nuanced takes w/ J.J. Redick from 2022-12-23T09:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes former NBA sharpshooter J.J. Redick to discuss his transition to TV and podcasting, the sudden surge of parity across the league, the Lakers’ roster w...

Who are the Contenders&Pretenders? from 2022-12-20T09:00

Mannix break down what teams will actually be in the hunt for a championship, who will take an early exit in the playoffs, and which teams just outside the play in should pack it in for the lott...

Trade SZN! (sort of) w/ Jake Fischer from 2022-12-16T17:26:48

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes Jake Fischer, senior NBA reporter for Yahoo Sports, to discuss the unofficial opening of NBA trade season. Which teams will be most active? Is this th...

The Nets Believability&Blowing Up The Wizards from 2022-12-14T09:00

Mannix and Beck remember the late soccer writer Grant Wahl after his untimely passing and discuss how much he meant to the sport and profession. We also discuss if the Brooklyn Nets could actual...

Do We Still Believe? w/ Chris Ballard from 2022-12-09T09:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes veteran NBA scribe (and esteemed Sports Illustrated alum) Chris Ballard to discuss Steph Curry’s Sportsperson of the Year honor, the origins of the Wa...

Trouble In Atlanta&Our Top Duo's from 2022-12-06T09:00

Mannix and Beck break down what has turned things around for the Lakers and if they can really keep it up, the keys behind the Pelicans great start to the season, the growing conflict between Tr...

Jonesing for Hoops (But Not the NBA) w/ Leigh Ellis from 2022-12-02T17:47:37

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes longtime NBA podcaster Leigh Ellis, who recently left his role with the popular No Dunks pod to play pickup hoops around the world. Why quit a great j...

Our MVP Leaders&Indiana's Big Questions from 2022-11-29T09:00

Mannix and Beck break down why we shouldn't get too excited about the Lakers winning five of six, our MVP leaders a quarter of the way through the season, how the Celtics are by far the best tea...

Kyrie's Return&The Floundering Warriors from 2022-11-22T09:00

Mannix and Beck break down Kyrie Irving's return from suspension and how much better he makes a Nets team that has been playing better of late. We also wonder when the Warriors will finally brea...

Breaking Down The Modern Game w/ Mike Prada from 2022-11-18T09:00

On this edition of the Friday Crossover Howard talks to the Athletics Mike Prada, the author of SPACED OUT: How the NBA's 3-Point Revolution changed everything you thought you knew about basketb...

Boston Bounces Back&The Knicks Lose Big from 2022-11-15T17:15:45

Mannix and Beck break down why Kyrie Irving still hasn't come back from his suspension as it reaches seven games, how the Boston Celtics have remained on top after a drama filled offseason, and ...

On Kyrie, Antisemitism&the NBA w/ Dan Grunfeld from 2022-11-11T09:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes back author (and former player) Dan Grunfeld, to discuss the issues stemming from Kyrie Irving’s promotion of an antisemitic film. How should the NBA ...

The (Mostly) Positive NBA Stories So Far from 2022-11-08T20:44:58

Mannix and Beck wonder if it's time for the Lakers to finally make a trade after their 2-8 start to the season before discussing the hot start that the Bucks are having without Khris Middleton, ...

Pleasant surprises&Unpleasant Nets w/ Stan Van Gundy from 2022-11-04T19:47:34

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes TNT analyst Stan Van Gundy to discuss what (aside from Kyrie) is ailing the Nets, and whether a new coach can fix it. Or is it already time to blow it...

BONUS: What To Do With Kyrie from 2022-11-04T18:03:05

Mannix and Beck are back in a Frdiay bonus episode to break down the updates in the Kyrie Irving early season saga that has resulted in a suspension

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Kyrie's Conspiracy Filled Weekend&Portland's Hot Start from 2022-10-31T21:21:36

Mannix and Beck discuss the controversy surrounding Kyrie Irving's social media posts featuring anti Semitic rhetoric and how it worsens an already dismal stat to Brooklyn's season. We also disc...

Grit, Grind&Rehab w/ Danny Green from 2022-10-28T08:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes three-time NBA champion Danny Green, to discuss the rise of the Grizzlies, his role as a mentor, his new side gig with ESPN and the state of his recov...

Westbrook's Problems Continue&Sixers Early Struggles from 2022-10-25T08:00

Mannix and Beck discuss the continuing struggles of Russell Westbrook in L.A. after the Lakers fell to 0-3 with several miscues from him. We also take a look at what is causing the Sixers rough ...

Overreaction Time w/ Seth Partnow from 2022-10-21T08:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes former Bucks executive Seth Partnow, now an NBA analyst for The Athletic, to play a game of Small Sample Size Theater with the first two nights of gam...

NBA Preview Roundtable: Eastern Conference from 2022-10-18T08:00

Mannix and Beck are joined again by the Open Floor podcast's Rohan Nadkarni & Chris Herring as they switch sides to break down the major contenders and storylines in the western conference a...

NBA Preview Roundtable: Western Conference from 2022-10-17T08:00

Mannix and Beck are joined by the Open Floor podcast's Rohan Nadkarni & Chris Herring to break down the major contenders and storylines in the western conference as the season gets underway....

Punches, Rings&Sacrifice w/ Robert Horry from 2022-10-14T16:50:41

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes back 7-time NBA champion Robert Horry, to discuss the Warriors’ Draymond Green problem, the Lakers’ Russell Westbrook conundrum and what to expect fro...

Draymond vs. Poole Fallout&Wembanyama's U.S. Debut from 2022-10-11T08:00

Mannix and Beck discuss the potential repercussions for Draymond Green and the Warriors after a video was leaked of him punching Jordan Poole during a training camp practice. Mannix also talks t...

A New Opportunity In a Long Career w/ Jamal Crawford from 2022-10-07T08:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes the recently retired Jamal Crawford, who joins the NBA on TNT crew after a twenty year career in the league. We get into what led him to become an ana...

The Annual GM Survey from 2022-10-04T20:00:56

Mannix and Beck give some rare praise to the Sacramento Kings and the basketball excitement in the city of Seattle before taking a look at their main takeaways from the annual NBA GM survey. Man...

The Games That Changed The League w/ Sean Deveney from 2022-09-30T15:45:37

On this week's edition of the Friday podcast Beck talks to Sean Deveney about his new book 'The History of the NBA in Twelve Games' and discuss some select moments including, the Rockets tanking...

The Lingering Questions From Media Day from 2022-09-27T22:41:40

Mannix and Beck break down some of the biggest highlights from NBA media day including Kevin Durant being open about his offseason trade request, Marcus Smart and the rest of the Celtics being l...

Cleaning Up the Game w/ Monty McCutchen from 2022-09-23T08:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes the NBA’s head of officiating, Monty McCutchen, to explain the new “take-foul” rules, the crackdown on bench decorum and why you’ll be seeing a blue l...

Ime Udoka's Year-Long Suspension from 2022-09-23T03:21:06

Mannix & Beck break down the shocking decision by the Boston Celtics to suspend head coach Ime Udoka for the entire 2022/2023 season for violations of team policies and the installment of as...

The Return of Prep to Pro&Sarver Fallout from 2022-09-20T21:34:06

Mannix and Beck break down the possible change of lowering the age to enter the draft back to eighteen, when it might come back into effect, and if it could impact the G League Ignite team. We a...

Why the NBA blew it on Sarver w/ Etan Thomas from 2022-09-16T16:10:03

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes former NBA veteran Etan Thomas to discuss the suspension of Suns owner Robert Sarver – and why Thomas believes the league didn’t go far enough. Be the...

The Sarver Suspension from 2022-09-15T08:00

Mannix and Beck open by discussing why they believe Suns Owner Robert Sarver got off easy after the league handed him a one year suspension and $10 million fine for conduct violated workplace st...

Sustaining the Legacy w/ Jeanie Buss from 2022-09-09T08:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes Lakers owner Jeanie Buss to discuss the new docuseries, “Legacy: The True Story of the L.A. Lakers,” now streaming on Hulu. Buss, an executive produce...

All Angles of the Mitchell Trade&Caron Butler from 2022-09-06T08:00

Mannix and Beck are back to break down all parties of the Donovan Mitchell trade, including the Cavs giving up none of their core to acquire him, how the Jazz are still in trade mode after the d...

Are We Headed for an Historic Tank Season? w/ Rob Mahoney from 2022-08-26T17:57:18

Open Floor's Rohan Nadkarni & The Ringer's Rob Mahoney fill in for Mannix & Beck today by discussing the fallout of Chet Holmgren’s season-ending injury, including if the Thunder are in ...

Durant to the Grizzlies&NBA Christmas Showdown from 2022-08-22T22:24:40

Open Floor's Rohan Nadkarni & SI Weekly's John Gonzalez fill in for Mannix & Beck today by opening with a discussing surrounding the report about Grizzlies interest in Kevin Durant. They...

Return of the NBA Schedule Czars from 2022-08-19T08:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes back the NBA’s Schedule Czars – Evan Wasch, Tom Carelli and Gene Li – to dive into the newly released 2022-23 schedule. How do they choose the Christm...

Everything Isn't Awesome For Kevin Durant from 2022-08-17T08:00

Mannix and Beck discuss Kevin Durant speaking out against rumors that he'd retire if he isn't traded from the Nets, how footage of him working out with Jayson Tatum could be seen by Jaylen Brown...

Bad Boy for Life w/ Joe Dumars from 2022-08-12T08:00

 On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes Hall of Famer Joe Dumars. The former Pistons Bad Boy is now the NBA’s discipline czar, part of his new role as executive vice president and head of b...

Kevin Durant Demands...A Firing from 2022-08-09T18:35:35

Mannix and Beck break down Kevin Durant informing Nets owner Joe Tsai that the team needs to choose between him and the pairing of GM Sean Marks and coach Steve Nash, and if Nash was the right c...

Appreciating Bill Russell w/ Howard Bryant from 2022-08-05T08:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes back award-winning author Howard Bryant, to discuss the life and legacy of Bill Russell. They also discuss Bryant’s new biography of Rickey Henderson,...

Bill Russell's Lasting Legacy&Troubles With Tampering from 2022-08-02T19:26:34

Mannix and Beck discuss Bill Russell's legacy as a player and activist after his passing and why the NBA should honor him by retiring his number. The guys also discuss if LeBron will sign a two ...

Nash's Troubled Nets&The Cavs Sexton Standoff from 2022-07-29T08:00

On the Friday edition of the Crossover podcast, Mannix talks to the NY Post's Brian Lewis about Kevin Durant's ongoing trade demands and if Steve Nash is really the best person to be coaching su...

Breaking Down Trade Demands w/ Nets&Celtics Insiders from 2022-07-26T19:53:29

Mannix welcomes in SNY's Ian Begley to break down the Knicks offseason moves following an abysmal season, how Jalen Brunson fits into the teams, and if RJ Barrett could be traded. He also talks ...

Patching Up The Lakers&Judging Wembanyama Hype from 2022-07-22T08:00

Mannix fills in for Howard on this week's Friday edition of the Crossover podcast as he talks to Lakers reporter Kyle Goon about if Russell Westbrook will remain on the team, the possibility of ...

The Westbrook Situation Gets Worse&The Donovan Mitchell Sweepstakes from 2022-07-20T19:03:47

Mannix and Beck break down how the Russell Westbrook situation in LA has somehow gotten worse after his longtime agent parted ways with after fourteen years and chatter of him refusing to alter ...

The Ayton Saga Comes To A Head w/ Ryan McDonough from 2022-07-15T08:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes former Suns GM Ryan McDonough to discuss DeAndre Ayton’s offer sheet with the Pacers, the impact on the Suns and the implications for Kevin Durant and...

Summer League Debuts&A Tale of Two Contracts from 2022-07-12T16:52:47

Mannix and Beck break down the opening the summer league in Vegas including Chet Holmgren's strengths and weaknesses and the likelihood of the play in tournament staying and a midseason tourname...

The Offseason Move Aftermath w/ David Thorpe from 2022-07-08T08:00

Coach and basketball analyst David Thorpe joins Howard on this week's Friday edition of The Crossover to do a deep dive on the major moves so far in a busy offseason including: The Timberwolves ...

What Exactly Are The Utah Jazz Planning? from 2022-07-06T08:00

Mannix and Beck break down the aftermath of the major trade between the Utah Jazz and Minnesota Timberwolves and what the Jazz stand to do with their slew of random players and future draft pick...

Kevin Durant Upstages Free Agency from 2022-07-01T08:00

Mannix and Beck break down a very newsworthy start to free agency as Nets star Kevin Durant demands a trade mere hours before deals can be announced. We break down what went wrong in Brooklyn, w...

Kyrie Opts...In&Big Free Agent Questions from 2022-06-28T08:00

Mannix and Beck break down the breaking news involving Kyrie Irving opting into his player option with the Nets next season and what this could mean for the recent rumors surrounding Kevin Duran...

Rising w/ Scoot Henderson&Giannis Antetokounmpo from 2022-06-24T08:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck sits down with 18-year-old phenom Scoot Henderson, to discuss his first year with the G League Ignite, his role in a new LeBron movie and his groundbreaking de...

Kyrie's Predictable Contract Dispute&Draft Preview from 2022-06-22T08:00

Mannix and Beck discuss the contract talk impasse between Kyrie Irving and the Brooklyn Net and why John Wall was never going to be in the Houston Rockets future after the guard exercised his pl...

The Warriors Win It All (Again) from 2022-06-17T16:34:16

Mannix and Beck break down the Warriors winning their fourth championship in eight years and how this cements Steph Curry's legacy as one of the greatest of all time. We also look at the Celtics...

Wiggins Finds Perfect Role In Warriors Win from 2022-06-14T17:50:25

Mannix and Beck break down the Warriors game five win and how the pieces they carefully assembled after Kevin Durant's departure came up big on Steph Curry's off night. We also take a look at ho...

Reliving the Trauma w/ Grant Hill from 2022-06-10T16:26:16

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes back Hall of Famer Grant Hill to discuss his new autobiography, “Game.” Hill talks about the devastating series of injuries that derailed ...

Boston's Home Court Advantage&Quin Snyder's Sudden Resignation from 2022-06-07T22:07:28

Mannix and Beck break down how the Celtics look alright heading into game 3 with home court advantage despite having horrendous third quarters in the first two games and how Draymond Green gets ...

Capturing The Action w/ Andy Bernstein from 2022-06-03T08:00

On the Friday, Howard Beck sits down with NBA photographer (and Hall of Famer) Andy Bernstein to discuss his career taking some of the most iconic NBA shots of all time, navigating around court ...

A Miami Moratorium&Previewing The Finals from 2022-06-01T08:00

Mannix and Beck break down Boston's win over game seven and what the Heat should do next after Jimmy Butler's late series heroics weren't enough to get it donw. We also preview a Finals matchup ...

BONUS: Preview A Game 7 In Miami from 2022-05-29T08:00

Mannix and Beck preview game seven of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Miami Heat and Boston Celtics in a series that has been filled with injuries and career best and worst performance...

Going 1x1 w/ Tracy McGrady from 2022-05-27T08:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck sits down with Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady to discuss his new venture, the Ones Basketball League, a barnstorming tour of one-on-one competitions that launched...

An Ugly Eastern Conference Finals&L.A.'s Coaching Search from 2022-05-24T20:16:42

Mannix and Beck break down an ugly Eastern Conference Finals that has been back and forth and why Jayson Tatum is the key to the Celtics winning the series. We also take a look at the Minnesota ...

Diving Into the Draft Pool w/ SI’s Jeremy Woo from 2022-05-20T08:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes SI draft expert Jeremy Woo, to discuss his latest mock draft and this week’s lottery results. Why is Jabari Smith his No. 1 prospect? Is Chet Ho...

Boston's Defense&Suns Collapse the Story of Two Game 7's from 2022-05-16T22:27:54

Mannix and Beck break down two very different game 7's including how the Celtics defense and role players allowed them to salvage the back half of the series and the Phoenix Suns historically ba...

Clutch Time w/ Robert Horry from 2022-05-13T08:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes seven-time NBA champion Robert Horry, now a broadcaster and co-host of the NBA Finals Files podcast. They discuss Nikola Jokic’s back-to-back MV...

Al Horford&James Harden Turn Back the Clock from 2022-05-10T19:36:30

Mannix is joined this week by Sarah Kustok to break down Al Horford's absolute takeover in the Celtics game four win over the Bucks and why the Celtics are poised to take game five at home. We a...

Knuckleheads, w/ Quentin Richardson&Darius Miles from 2022-05-06T08:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes NBA legends Quentin Richardson and Darius Miles, the co-hosts of the popular Knuckleheads podcast. They reminisce about their early days with the Clip...

The Physicality of the Playoffs&Assessing The Utah Jazz from 2022-05-03T08:00

Mannix and Beck break down the playoff officiating after the questionable flagrant 2 call on Draymond Green in game one and how other players are adapting to a more physical style of basketball ...

Ant Edwards, Player Pain,&Covid Surges w/Dr. Robby Sikka from 2022-04-29T08:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes Dr. Robby Sikka, former VP of basketball ops and player wellness for the Timberwolves, to discuss all the latest injury and health issues impacting th...

Brooklyn's Tumultuous Season Finally Ends&Boston's Great Odds from 2022-04-26T20:11:31

Mannix and Beck share their thoughts on Ja Morant's surprising win for Most Improved Player before breaking down the Nets embarrassing end to their season including Ben Simmons not showing up on...

Kyrie, Kindness&Collective Bargaining, w/ Tamika Tremaglio from 2022-04-22T08:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck sits down with Tamika Tremaglio, the new executive director of the NBA players association, to discuss her first 100 days on the job, priorities for the next l...

Great Playoff Basketball Is Here&Magic Johnson Interview from 2022-04-20T08:00

Mannix and Beck break down the surprising Defensive Player of the Year Award and why Bam Adebayo has no reason to be upset about not being a finalist. The guys also break down why the Sixers are...

Big Time w/ Muggsy Bogues from 2022-04-15T08:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes NBA legend Muggsy Bogues to discuss his new book, “Muggsy: My Life from a Kid in the Projects to the Godfather of Small Ball. Bogues reflects on...

Revealing Our Awards Voting&Trae Young Interview from 2022-04-13T08:00

Mannix and Beck break down the not surprising news of Frank Vogel's firing as coach of the Lakers and if we've not only seen Russell Westbrook play his last game as a Laker, but as an NBA player...

KD’s moment of Zen w/ Logan Murdock from 2022-04-08T08:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck welcomes Logan Murdock of The Ringer, to discuss his recent feature on Kevin Durant, and how Durant has thrived amid chaos in Brooklyn. They also discuss the W...

How The Nets Season Will End&Kevin Love Interview from 2022-04-05T21:02:23

Mannix and Beck discuss what the Lakers could have done differently after another loss leaves them outside of the play in tournament. We also look at Ben Simmons filing a grievance against the S...

No Fools Allowed: Stan Van Gundy&Ben Wallace from 2022-04-01T08:00

On the Friday edition, Howard Beck first welcomes TNT analyst Stan Van Gundy...