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Bobby Marks from 2021-12-10T16:45:39
With Dec. 15 approaching, ESPN's Bobby Marks helps navigate the trade landscape: Indiana's intentions, potential homes for key Pacers, Ben Simmons, Kyrie Irving, James Harden's impending free agenc...
ListenChris Herring on Blake Griffin and Russell Westbrook trying to age gracefully from 2021-03-01T22:27
Zach talks to Sports Illustrated's Chris Herring about the difficulty for guys like Blake Griffin and Russell Westbrook to age gracefully in today's NBA as well as two teams middling in the East- T...
ListenSixers Talk with The Rights To Ricky Sanchez and Defending Luka, Trae, and Zion with Kevin Arnovitz from 2021-02-19T11:00
Zach talks to The Rights to Ricky Sanchez co-hosts Spike Eskin and Michael Levin about the always interesting Sixers, then ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz joins to discuss his piece on the challenges of defe...
ListenESPN's Brian Windhorst and Mina Kimes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Brian Windhorst about all those contract extensions (20:52), trade targets, and the start of the season. Mina Kimes joins to discuss the Sixers, dog people versus cat people, a...
ListenMINI POD: Game 1 of the 2019-20 season from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The Clippers defeated the Lakers on opening night of the 2019-20 season and Zach Lowe and Brian Windhorst broke it down from the floor of Staples Center immediately following the game.
ListenESPN's Baxter Holmes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Baxter Holmes about his feature on Carmelo Anthony being out of the NBA, Melo's career and legacy, and more.
ListenJeff Van Gundy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and Jeff Van Gundy look ahead to every aspect of the NBA Finals between the Warriors and Raptors.
ListenESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and ESPN Senior Insider Adrian Wojnarowski discuss the NBA's China issue, 2020 title favorites, trade targets and more in a TV special.
ListenESPN's Dave McMenamin from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Dave McMenamin about his piece on the Anthony Davis deal, the 2019-20 Lakers, the LeBron/AD partnership, player empowerment, and more.
ListenJoel Embiid and Josh Richardson from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Joel Embiid about the new-look Sixers, last season's heartbreak, his diet, and trash talk habits; Josh Richardson joins for a chat about being traded to Philly, Miami memories, and more.
ListenKevin Arnovitz from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz pick their most intriguing trade deadline teams (22:13), dissect the Kristaps Porzingis deal (3:00), and much more.
ListenJ.J. Redick from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to New Orleans guard J.J. Redick about signing with the Pelicans, that Kawhi Leonard shot, leaving Philly, his old Clippers teams, dunking, and much more.
ListenSam Anderson from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Sam Anderson of The New York Times Magazine about his book "Boom Town," the history of the Oklahoma City Thunder, Kevin Durant's recent comments, the Russell Westbrook and James Harde...
ListenDavid Epstein from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to David Epstein about his books "Range" and "The Sports Gene" -- what they say about how NBA teams make decisions, injury prevention, load management, parenting, and much more.
ListenBill Simmons from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to The Ringer's Bill Simmons about Team USA, Eastern Conference sleepers, the weird Lakers, and much more.
ListenRamona Shelburne from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Ramona Shelburne about her epic Donald Sterling podcast -- plus an aside on Caris LeVert's extension.
ListenRyan Saunders from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Minnesota Timberwolves coach Ryan Saunders about building around Karl-Anthony Towns, the legacy of his father, Flip, being Kevin Garnett's ball kid, Sam Cassell's trash talk, and much...
ListenBeck & Nichols from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Rachel Nichols and Howard Beck over drinks in Las Vegas about Russell Westbrook trade rumors, under the radar interesting offseason teams, the player empowerment era in the wake of Ka...
ListenJohn Collins from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Hawks big man John Collins about the future in Atlanta, his All-Star aspirations, the wild free agency period, and much more.
ListenAdrian Wojnarowski from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In a crossover edition of The Lowe Post and The Woj Pod, Zach Lowe and Adrian Wojnarowski react to the Kawhi Leonard signing and Paul George trade. The two NBA insiders discuss how these deals imme...
ListenWilliams & Bontemps from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Jay Williams about Kevin Durant's decision, the Sixers makeover, the Knicks failure, and more. Then ESPN's Tim Bontemps joins to talk about Utah, Portland, Denver, and the West.
ListenBrian Windhorst from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and ESPN's Brian Windhorst pick their five most interesting teams in NBA free agency -- plus news, rumors, trade ideas, and more.
ListenWoj & Lowe from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach & Woj preview everything about the upcoming free agency season in the NBA.
ListenMarks & Givony from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Bobby Marks and Jonathan Givony about the NBA draft and free agency.
ListenNick Nurse from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Raptors head coach Nick Nurse about Toronto's championship season.
ListenMINI POD: Game 6 of the 2019 Finals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brian Windhorst, Zach Lowe, Andrew Han and Kendrick Perkins offer instant reaction to the Toronto Raptors' Game 6 win over the Golden State Warriors in the 2019 NBA Finals on the floor of Oracle Ar...
ListenMINI POD: Game 5 of the 2019 Finals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach Lowe, Brian Windhorst, Cassidy Hubbarth, Andrew Han and Kendrick Perkins offer instant reaction to the Golden State Warriors' Game 5 win over the Toronto Raptors in the 2019 NBA Finals on the ...
ListenArthur & Koreen from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Bruce Arthur of the Toronto Star and Eric Koreen of the Athletic about the Raptors on the brink, how the Warriors can get back in the series, and what a title would mean to the city o...
ListenMINI POD: Game 4 of the 2019 Finals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brian Windhorst, Zach Lowe, Ramona Shelburne, Andrew Han and Jackie MacMullan offer instant reaction to the Toronto Raptors' Game 4 win over the Golden State Warriors in the 2019 NBA Finals on the ...
ListenDoris Burke from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Hall of Famer Doris Burke about where we stand as the NBA Finals shifts to Oakland, what to expect from both teams moving forward and much more.
ListenRichard Jefferson from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Richard Jefferson about the Clippers' incredible Game 2 win, the DeMarcus Cousins injury, the 2016 Finals, and more.
ListenBaxter Holmes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN.com's Baxter Holmes about his explosive story on the inner workings of the Lakers.
ListenArnovitz & Arthur from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Bruce Arthur of the Toronto Star and ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz about Raptors-Bucks, how Toronto has evened the series, what to expect moving forward and more.
ListenDave McMenamin from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and ESPN's Dave McMenamin talk Sixers-Raptors Game 7, Nuggets-Blazers, the Lakers' coaching search, Game of Thrones, and much more.
ListenJackie MacMullan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Jackie MacMullan about Nuggets-Blazers, Jamal Murray & Nikola Jokic, the Celtics on the brink and more.
ListenBontemps & Andrews from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Malika Andrews about Kawhi Leonard's season-saving Game 4 performance in Philadelphia, Bucks-Celtics, Rockets-Warriors, and more.
ListenStan Van Gundy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Stan Van Gundy about Bucks-Celtics, Warriors-Rockets, the Orlando glory days, the state of the NBA game, and more.
ListenKirk Goldsberry from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Kirk Goldsberry about his new book, Sprawlball, Raptors-Sixers, Nuggets-Blazers, the Rockets officiating controversy, and more.
ListenThorpe & Friedell from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach previews Raptors-Sixers with David Thorpe of TrueHoop (1:00), and talks Warriors-Clippers with ESPN's Nick Friedell (40:26). Plus Nuggets-Spurs Game 7.
ListenDan Devine from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Dan Devine of The Ringer about the top (3:03) and bottom (29:55) of the Eastern Conference, crazy Lottery fantasies (41:00) and much more.
ListenMega Hoops Playoff Podcast from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach Lowe, Ryen Russillo, Brian Windhorst and Bomani Jones each take you through their playoff previews. Zach thinks Rockets-Jazz is going to be the most interesting first-round series. Russillo an...
ListenEight-By-Eight from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and David Thorpe of TrueHoop do their annual eight-by-eight podcast: eight minutes of analysis on all eight first-round series
ListenTim Bontemps from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and ESPN's Tim Bontemps reveal their awards ballots, and discuss the Lakers mess.
ListenRyen Russillo from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and Ryen Russillo pick All-NBA teams, and talk D'Angelo Russell, awards races, and much more.
ListenBrett Brown from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Brett Brown about trying to figure out the new-look Sixers before the playoffs, the Ben Simmons-Joel Embiid relationship, Markelle Fultz, playoff pressure, old Spurs stories, and much...
ListenDaryl Morey from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Houston GM Daryl Morey about the Rockets' strange season, revisiting the Chris Paul trade, fixes for tanking, a potential play-in tournament, and more.
ListenJason Concepcion from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to The Ringer's Jason Concepcion about the origin of NBA Desktop, his beloved Knicks, regrettable Harry Potter takes, the end of Game of Thrones, and more.
ListenZach Lowe & Lakers drama from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Russillo on the Lakers drama and LeBron calling out his teammates, a Ceruti "Magic Minute" plus Zach Lowe stops by.
ListenJoe Harris & Sarah Kustok from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Joe Harris of the Nets and YES Network's Sarah Kustok about Joe winning the 3-point shootout, Brooklyn's feel-good season, baked goods, and much more.
ListenIan Begley from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Ian Begley about the inner workings of the Porzingis trade (1:23), the impact it still will have this summer (13:40), rumblings around MSG (36:15) and more.
ListenTim MacMahon from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Tim MacMahon about the Rockets' progress (3:04), the MVP race (10:17), Paul George's contributions for the Thunder (26:52), Giannis (36:44) and much more.
ListenBobby Marks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks break down all things trade deadline: Anthony Davis (15:38), the arms race in the East (23:45), Marc Gasol (31:28), and much more.
ListenWoj & Lowe Trade Deadline Special from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach & Woj run through all of the deals that you should keep an eye on leading up to Thursday's trade deadline in the NBA.
ListenHoward Beck on the anniversary of Kobe Bryant's passing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and Howard Beck of Sports Illustrated reflect on the life and career of Kobe Bryant on the anniversary of his passing.
ListenMike Schmitz on 2020 Rookie Class from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Mike Schmitz about how the top 3 picks from the 2020 Draft are performing early in their careers.
ListenKevin Arnovitz on the new look Nets, the frisky Grizz, and the Jazz from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Kevin Arnovitz about the new-look Nets, Giannis, the frisky Grizzlies, the Jazz, injuries in Portland, and much more.
ListenChris Herring on Harden trade to Brooklyn from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and Chris Herring of 538 react to the James Harden blockbuster trade.
ListenAdrian Wojnarowski and Dr. Abraar Karan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski about the NBA's revised health protocols and the Kyrie Irving situation, then Dr. Abraar Karan of Harvard Medical School and Brigham & Women's Hospital provi...
ListenMcMenamin and Pelton from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and ESPN's Dave McMenamin talk about the Lakers, and then ESPN's Kevin Pelton joins to talk about whether the Bucks and Clippers belong in the same category as the Lakers.
ListenDo You Believe with Richard Jefferson from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and Richard Jefferson play "Do You Believe?" with some early-season NBA trends: the frisky Knicks, the struggling Raptors, the 6-1 Sixers, and potential challengers to the Lakers in the West.
ListenJames Harden Trade Talk with Brian Windhorst from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Brian Windhorst about the James Harden trade landscape, and how some potential Harden suitors have looked so far this season
ListenEarly-Season Surprises with Chris Herring from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to 538's Chris Herring about early-season surprises and trends: Golden State's struggles, what Spencer Dinwiddie's injury means for the Nets, the 3-0 Pacers, New Orleans, Milwaukee & more
ListenMost Confusing Teams with Kevin Arnovitz from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz pick their 5 Most Confusing Teams for the 2020-21 NBA season
ListenSarah Kustok and Malika Andrews from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and Sarah Kustok of the YES Network preview the Brooklyn Nets with Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, then Malika Andrews of ESPN goes deep on what makes Giannis Antetokounmpo tick and his looming...
ListenGoldsberry, Bontemps, and Koreen from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach previews the Miami Heat -- and discusses the James Harden rumors -- with ESPN's Kirk Goldsberry, then talks Celtics with ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Raptors with Eric Koreen of The Athletic.
ListenTim MacMahon and Kevin Pelton from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Tim MacMahon about the James Harden situation, and then Kevin Pelton discusses the Pelicans, Warriors, Jazz, and Western Conference outlook.
ListenHoward Beck and Lloyd Pierce from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and Howard Beck discuss the Russell Westbrook-John Wall trade and the Lakers' stars re-upping, then Atlanta coach Lloyd Pierce comes on to talk about the team's work registering Georgia voters...
ListenKevin Arnovitz and Taylor Rooks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz about the remade Atlanta Hawks and the new hierarchy in the Eastern Conference. Then Turner's Taylor Rooks joins to talk about her new magazine feature on life i...
ListenChris Herring on 2020 Free Agency Winners and Losers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and Chris Herring of 538 discuss the winners and losers of the NBA's wild offseason.
ListenBobby Marks and Jonathan Givony from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks and Jonathan Givony recap the 2020 NBA draft and look ahead to NBA free agency this weekend.
ListenBrian Windhorst on Harden rumors and CP3 to Phoenix from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and ESPN's Brian Windhorst discuss the first day of the NBA's transaction period: James Harden rumors, Chris Paul to Phoenix, the Lakers reloading, more.
ListenTommy Sheppard and Kevin Clark from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Wizards GM Tommy Sheppard about the coming draft and offseason, and the Ringer's Kevin Clark about Russell Westbrook trades and the strange journey of the Orlando Magic.
Listen2020 NBA Draft Preview with Mike Schmitz and Jonathan Givony from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach previews the NBA draft with ESPN's experts Mike Schmitz and Jonathan Givony -- a new mock draft, trade possibilities, rumblings, more.
ListenBobby Marks on Jrue Holiday trade rumors and Golden State's plans with the #2 pick from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Bobby Marks about the NBA start date for 2020-21, Jrue Holiday trade rumors, what Golden State might do with the No. 2 pick, and more.
ListenYaron Weitzman and Cooper Raiff from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to "Tanking to the Top" author Yaron Weitzman about the Sixers hiring Daryl Morey, and then Mavs superfan Cooper Raiff about his stunning debut movie "S#!%house."
Listen2020 Off-Season Outlook with Bobby Marks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks make predictions on some of the big player options and potential contract extensions looming over the coming NBA off-season frenzy
ListenBill Simmons on the NBA Off-season from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and Bill Simmons of The Ringer preview the long awaited NBA off-season.
ListenTim MacMahon on Daryl Morey's Tenure in Houston from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Tim MacMahon about Daryl Morey's tenure in Houston, what's next for the Rockets, and the Clippers hiring Ty Lue
ListenLakers coach Frank Vogel from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Lakers' coach Frank Vogel about the Lakers' 17th title, their journey from China in the preseason to this moment, his improbable rise, comedy clips in film sessions, much more.
ListenGame 6 of the 2020 Finals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach Lowe and Brian Windhorst offer instant reaction to the Los Angeles Lakers' closeout Game 6 win over the Miami Heat in the 2020 NBA Finals.
ListenGame 5 of the 2020 Finals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach Lowe, Brian Windhorst and former NBA forward Chris Bosh offer instant reaction to the Miami Heat's epic Game 5 win over the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2020 NBA Finals.
ListenGame 4 of the 2020 Finals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach Lowe, Brian Windhorst and Raptors coach Nick Nurse offer instant reaction to the Los Angeles Lakers' Game 4 win over the Miami Heat in the 2020 NBA Finals.
ListenGame 3 of the 2020 Finals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach Lowe, Brian Windhorst and coach David Fizdale offer instant reaction to the Miami Heat's Game 3 win over the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2020 NBA Finals.
ListenGame 2 of the 2020 Finals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach Lowe, Brian Windhorst and Kendrick Perkins offer instant reaction to the Los Angeles Lakers' Game 2 win over the Miami Heat in the 2020 NBA Finals.
ListenGame 1 of the 2020 Finals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach Lowe, Brian Windhorst and Doris Burke offer instant reaction to the Los Angeles Lakers' Game 1 win over the Miami Heat in the 2020 NBA Finals.
ListenJeff Van Gundy on the NBA Finals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and Jeff Van Gundy preview the 2020 NBA Finals.
ListenRamona Shelburne and O'Shea Jackson, Jr. from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Ramona Shelburne about the Lakers' path back to the Finals, and then O'Shea Jackson Jr. about what a title would mean to LA fans this season.
Listen538's Chris Herring on the Conference Finals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Chris Herring of 538 about the conference finals, LeBron's defense, and a potential Finals reunion of sorts.
ListenHoward Beck on Conference Finals Action and TV Essay from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Howard Beck of Bleacher Report about Anthony Davis' moment, both conference finals series, and his TV essay on TNT about social justice.
ListenStan Van Gundy Western Conference Finals Preview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach discusses the end of the Clippers' season, and previews the Western Conference Finals with TNT's Stan Van Gundy.
ListenKevin Arnovitz on Nuggets-Clippers Game 7 and ECF Preview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz talk Clippers-Nuggets Game 7, and preview the Eastern Conference Finals between Miami and Boston.
ListenHeat Culture with Duncan Robinson and Dan Le Batard from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Dan Le Batard about the unlikely reinvention of the Miami Heat, and then welcomes Ramona Shelburne and Heat guard Duncan Robinson for a look inside #HeatCulture.
ListenMacMahon and McMenamin on Rockets-Lakers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Dave McMenamin and Tim MacMahon about the first two games of the Rockets-Lakers chess match, and what comes next. Plus: Can P.J. Tucker outwrestle four bears for a loose ball?
ListenKevin Arnovitz on Nash to the Nets and DEFCON 1 for the Bucks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Kevin Arnovitz about the Nets hiring Steve Nash, weird finishes in two Game 7s, and the Bucks falling behind the Heat.
Listen538’s Chris Herring on Nuggets-Jazz and Celtics-Raptors Game 1 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to 538's Chris Herring about the Jamal Murray-Donovan Mitchell duel, Celtics-Raptors Game 1, the Rockets & much more.
ListenMalika Andrews and William Rhoden from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Malika Andrews and William Rhoden of The Undefeated about the Bucks' initiating a work stoppage in the NBA, and the fight for social and racial justice.
ListenTim MacMahon and Yaron Weitzman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Tim MacMahon about Luka Doncic's brilliance in his first postseason and Yaron Weitzman of Bleacher Report about what went wrong with the Sixers.
ListenKevin Arnovitz on the First Round from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz talk all things playoffs: the No. 1 seeds scuffling, Mavs-Clippers, Jazz-Nuggets, and the Sixers looking awful.
ListenPortland's C.J. McCollum from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Portland Trail Blazers star C.J. McCollum about life in Orlando, the team's run to the No. 8 seed, Dame's logo shots, the Lakers' match-up, much more.
ListenFirst Round Preview with TrueHoop's David Thorpe from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and TrueHoop's David Thorpe reunite for their annual rapid-fire eight-by-eight first-round preview -- plus thoughts on Damian Lillard, Caris LeVert, and much more.
ListenMichael Schwartz and Doris Burke from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's resident Suns fans Michael Schwartz about the bubble utopia, and Doris Burke hops on to discuss the wild Western Conference playoff race.
ListenPablo Torre and Jeff Van Gundy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Pablo Torre about the injury to Ben Simmons and Jeff Van Gundy about the Lakers sputtering half-court offense, how the Nuggets should handle Michael Porter, Jr., and the success of th...
ListenKevin Arnovitz on the NBA Restart from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Kevin Arnovitz about the race for the 8th seed in the West, the Suns' early bubble success, the enigma that is the Sixers, the Raptors reminding everyone how good they are, and coache...
ListenSo, Where The Hell Were We? Final 8 Teams from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and ESPN's Kevin Pelton go rapid-fire through eight teams to wrap our "So, Where The Hell Were We?" series.
ListenRachel Nichols and Howard Beck from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Rachel Nichols and Bleacher Report's Howard Beck over drinks about their toughest award ballot decisions, the Knicks hire of Tom Thibodeau, and Lou Williams' trip to Magic City.
Listen538's Chris Herring on Sixth Man of the Year from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and 538's Chris Herring fill out their Sixth Man of the Year ballots.
ListenSo, Where the Hell Were We? Grizzlies and Pelicans from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and TNT analyst Stan Van Gundy play "So, Where the Hell Were We?" with the Pelicans and Grizzlies -- plus who poses the biggest threat to the Bucks in the East, and the LA teams out West?
ListenSo, Where The Hell Were We? Thunder and Clippers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach continues the "So, Where The Hell Were We Series" by talking Thunder with ESPN's Royce Young and Clippers with ESPN's Kirk Goldsberry.
ListenInside the Bubble with ESPN's Malika Andrews and Miami's Meyers Leonard from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Malika Andrews and Meyers Leonard of the Miami Heat about life inside the NBA bubble, plus Leonard on shot-gunning beers, Heat Culture, video games, and more.
ListenSo, Where The Hell Were We? Raptors, Bucks, and Jazz from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach plays "So, Where The Hell Were We?" about the Raptors with Eric Koreen of The Athletic; and the Bucks and Jazz with ESPN's Kevin Pelton and Tim MacMahon.
ListenChris Bosh talks Heat, Raptors, Tim Duncan & The Last Chip from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Chris Bosh about his playoff runs in Miami, his early days in Toronto, his new newsletter "The Last Chip," guarding Tim Duncan, much more.
ListenJohn Hollinger On The Sixers, Heat And Rockets from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and John Hollinger of The Athletic play the second edition of "So, Where the Hell Were We?" starring the Sixers, Heat and Rockets.
ListenBrian Windhorst on the legacy of "The Decision" from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Brian Windhorst about the legacy of "The Decision" 10 years later, and the positive coronavirus tests within the Brooklyn Nets.
ListenKevin Pelton On Where The NBA Left Off from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and ESPN's Kevin Pelton discuss whether the NBA should cancel the season, and then play the first edition of, "So, where were we?" with the Lakers, Mavs, Celtics, and Nuggets (19:02).
ListenAtlanta's Lloyd Pierce and Renee Montgomery from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Hawks coach Lloyd Pierce about the intersection of basketball and social justice in Atlanta, and the WNBA's Renee Montgomery about sitting out the 2020 season to focus on reform (46:04).
ListenBill Simmons 2009 Redraftables from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and The Ringer's Bill Simmons re-draft the 2009 NBA Draft.
ListenKevin Arnovitz on All-Defensive Teams from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz discuss the Orlando bubble and then fill out their all-defensive ballots.
ListenCaron Butler from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to former NBA star Caron Butler about his work in criminal justice reform, the protests sweeping the U.S., lessons from Kobe, peak Wizards-Cavaliers hijinks, and much more.
ListenHoward Beck on his oral history of The Lob from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Howard Beck of Bleacher Report about his oral history of the epic Game 7 between the Lakers and in 2000, the legacy of the Kobe-Shaq partnership, the NBA's restart plan, and more.
ListenKevin Pelton on NBA's 22 team format from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Kevin Pelton about the NBA's proposed 22-team format.
ListenPistons coach Dwane Casey from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Pistons coach Dwane Casey about the protests sweeping the nation, and what the NBA community can do going forward.
ListenLakers guard Alex Caruso from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Lakers guard Alex Caruso about his unlikely NBA journey, the Lakers' surreal season, the NBA's potential return, all the memes, and much more.
ListenWoj & Lowe Crossover Part I from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski about the NBA's potential restart.
ListenGame of Zones from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Craig and Adam Malamut, creators of Game of Zones, about the end of their hit series -- favorite jokes, bits that almost didn't make the show, their creative process, much more. Inclu...
ListenCharles Barkley from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Charles Barkley about "The Last Dance," Dream Team stories, player empowerment, his trade from Philadelphia to Phoenix, much more.
ListenThe Ringer's Ryen Russillo from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and The Ringer's Ryen Russillo re-watch Game 7 of the 1998 conference finals between the Bulls and Pacers.
ListenDanny Ainge from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Celtics GM Danny Ainge about facing Michael Jordan in two NBA Finals, the 63-point game, the NBA's potential return from COVID-19 hiatus, more.
ListenJ.A. Adande from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to J.A. Adande about Michael Jordan's retirement in 1993, Scottie Pippen's season without MJ, and all things "Last Dance."
ListenJack McCallum from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Jack McCallum about his new podcast series, "The Dream Team Tapes," dinner with Charles Barkley, the Isiah Thomas controversies, all things Michael Jordan, and more.
ListenESPN's Mike Greenberg from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Mike Greenberg about covering the Bulls first three-peat, "The Last Dance," the 1992 vs 1996 Bulls, LeBron and Jordan, more.
ListenESPN's Michael Wilbon from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Michael Wilbon about all things Michael Jordan and "The Last Dance."
ListenESPN's Bobby Marks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Bobby Marks about how the Nets tried to distract Dennis Rodman in the 1998 playoffs, the legacy of the Bad Boys, their infamous walk-off, and much more.
ListenFiveThirtyEight's Chris Herring from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and Chris Herring of 538 pick their NBA All-Rookie teams
ListenWarriors coach Steve Kerr from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Steve Kerr about the 1997-98 Chicago Bulls, The Last Dance, and much more.
ListenESPN's Jackie MacMullan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and Jackie MacMullan talk about Michael Jordan on the eve of "The Last Dance": her memories covering him; her visit to see him play baseball; the difference between the first three and last th...
ListenMike Breen from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Mike Breen about prime Michael Jordan breaking the Knicks' hearts, Linsanity, the Ray Allen shot, and much more.
ListenBradley Beal from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Washington star Bradley Beal about whether he wants to play again this season, his relationship with John Wall (8:46), why he signed an extension in Washington (11:09), and much more.
ListenPaul Scheer from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Paul Scheer of Black Monday and a million other things about his Clippers fandom (16:19), the Clippers transforming from underdogs to favorites, his comedy journey (30:25), "30 Rock,"...
ListenSue Bird and Megan Rapinoe from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe about life in quarantine, Megan becoming a worldwide celebrity (24:21), the future of their sports, the hardest they've laughed at a movie (55:34), much more.
ListenMVP Ballot with Bill Simmons from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and The Ringer's Bill Simmons discuss their MVP ballots from 1 to 5.
ListenSandro Galea and Keyon Dooling from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Sandro Galea, the dean of Boston University's School of Public Health, and Keyon Dooling, player wellness counselor for the NBPA, about the mental health challenges of the COVID-19 pa...
ListenTrueHoop's David Thorpe from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to TrueHoop's David Thorpe about Luka Doncic, Trae Young, Jayson Tatum, and the rest of the Most Improved Player field.
ListenRachel Nichols on NBA shutdown from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Rachel Nichols about dealing with uncertainty, her interview with Adam Silver, NBA storylines that might go unfinished, more.
ListenHoward Beck on COVID-19 and the suspension of the NBA season from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Bleacher Report's Howard Beck about COVID-19 shuttering the NBA, and much more.
ListenDaryl Morey from Sloan Sports Analytics Conference from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Rockets GM Daryl Morey about trading away Clint Capela (2:41), the future of basketball (21:32), embracing innovation, and much more.
ListenKevin Arnovitz on Kenny Atkinson and Nets parting ways from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz discuss the Nets and Kenny Atkinson agreeing to part ways.
ListenMetta World Peace from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Metta World Peace about his press conference after winning the title in 2010, the passing of Kobe Bryant (6:50), his underrated career (9:56), his influence on mental health awareness...
ListenKevin Arnovitz on the Bucks and MVP race from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz discuss Milwaukee's status as favorites and the MVP race (49:57).
ListenMINI POD: Zion vs. LeBron from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and The Athletic's John Hollinger react to a highlight filled game between the Pelicans and the Lakers and discuss the potential playoff matchup between the two on the floor of Staples Center.
ListenLakers F Jared Dudley from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to the Lakers Jared Dudley about the Kobe Bryant memorial, what the last month has been like inside the Lakers, the Western Conference playoff landscape, and much more.
Listen538's Chris Herring from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and Chris Herring of 538 pick their five most interesting players for the rest of the NBA season.
ListenAll-Star Bam Adebayo Heats Up Miami from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo is having a breakout season. And it's happening quicker than most expected, just his third year in the NBA. ESPN's Zach Lowe explains what makes the first-time All-Sta...
ListenESPN's Pablo Torre from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Pablo Torre about the Rockets small-ball experiment (4:02), Philly's lineup change (35:52), the new All-Star format (20:54), much more.
ListenTrade Deadline Reaction with Bobby Marks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks react to the D'Angelo Russell-Andrew Wiggins trade, the Rockets going small (18:38), the Clippers getting Marcus Morris (49:44), much more.
ListenWoj & Lowe Trade Deadline Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and Adrian Wojnarowski discuss the standoff between the Lakers and Clippers (2:32), how the firing of Steve Mills affects the Knicks at the deadline (19:32), deals they want to see (21:28), an...
ListenTalking Trades in the NBA from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ahead of Thursday's NBA trade deadline, rumors swirl about some of basketball's biggest names, causing fans and NBA Twitter to lose their minds. ESPN NBA senior writer Zach Lowe breaks down the buy...
ListenBrian Windhorst on Trade Deadline from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Brian Windhorst about the upcoming NBA trade deadline.
ListenMatt Barnes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Matt Barnes about what Kobe Bryant was like off the floor, Kobe the Dad, the end of the Phil Jackson era with the Lakers, going from enemy to friend with Kobe, much more.
ListenRamona Shelburne and Rachel Nichols from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach, Ramona Shelburne, and Rachel Nichols share their memories of the life of Kobe Bryant.
ListenDave McMenamin, ESPN from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Dave McMenamin about the powerhouse Lakers (15:58), Kyle Kuzma's future (24:57), Frank Vogel's rotations, Zion's debut (2:14), and much more.
ListenDanny Green from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Lakers guard Danny Green about late-career LeBron (2:16), why this is the most fun team environment he has ever experienced (18:44), those classic Spurs-Heat Finals, the Ray Allen sho...
ListenESPN's Kevin Arnovitz from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz about the rising Grizz (1:07), the race for No. 8 in the West (12:38), the Nuggets, Jazz, Rockets, and Clippers, and Frank Vogel's coaching job with the Lakers (...
ListenMini Pod: Joe Ingles Addendum from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach tracks Joe Ingles down to have him tell a ridiculous story he forgot to ask him about the other night.
ListenJazz F Joe Ingles from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Utah forward Joe Ingles about the surging Jazz (4:02), the art and limits of trash talk (19:04), the wild fires ravaging his native Australia (42:53), much more.
ListenBleacher Report's Howard Beck from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and Bleacher Report's Howard Beck pick their Western Conference All-Stars, plus talk Kyle Kuzma trade value (25:20), Kyrie Irving's injury (33:04), and more.
ListenESPN's Dan Le Batard from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Dan Le Batard about the legacy of the LeBron-era Heat as the 2010s come to a close.
ListenSteven Adams from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Oklahoma City center Steven Adams about his unconventional path to the NBA (9:25), the departures of Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook (39:05), the best and worst trash talkers (35:3...
ListenKoreen & Arthur from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Eric Koreen of The Athletic and Bruce Arthur of the Toronto Star about the post-Kawhi Raptors, trade questions, the top of the East and All-Star picks.
ListenThe Ringer's Bill Simmons from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and Bill Simmons of the Ringer fill out their early MVP (3:02) and All-NBA ballots (44:02).
ListenWoj & Lowe Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach and Adrian Wojnarowski open NBA trade season: buyers (2:18), sellers, big names that could be on the move (11:09), much more.
ListenJohn Hollinger from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to John Hollinger of The Athletic about trade buyers and sellers (3:33), Kevin Love (21:15), much more.
ListenThe Harden Puzzle: How Houston Rockets Star James Harden Confounds NBA Defenses from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
James Harden's basketball strengths are varied and, for a defense trying to guard him, frustrating. Now, teams are trying something different against the Houston Rockets' versatile star. ESPN senio...
ListenMarc Spears from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Marc Spears of The Undefeated about his Damian Lillard feature story (1:40), the Blazers (28:36), Chris Paul's comments about his trade to the Thunder (32:20), Utah's struggles, and m...
ListenGary Gulman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to comedian Gary Gulman about his HBO special "The Great Depresh," basketball as coping mechanism (5:20), the 1980s NBA versus today's game (38:36), the art of writing jokes, and the ori...
ListenMarcus Smart from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Boston's Marcus Smart about being a stretch 6, tension in last season's Celtics locker-room (3:18), what's different now, being an inch away from losing basketball (9:22), and guardin...
ListenBurke & Arnovitz from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Doris Burke about first impressions of the Kawhi-PG Clippers (4:19), what's different about this Boston team (17:26), whether this is the end of the Spurs (31:19), and more. Th...
ListenThe Good Place from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to "The Good Place" creator Michael Schur and writers Joe Mande and Jen Statsky about their NBA fandom, their favorite jokes in the history of the show, and behind-the-scenes stories.
ListenHoward Beck from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Howard Beck of Bleacher Report about his Dwyane Wade/Dirk Nowitzki feature, the MVP race, All-NBA votes, and much more.
ListenRick Carlisle from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Mavs coach Rick Carlisle about the Luka Doncic-Kristaps Porzingis partnership (4:23), Dallas' 2011 title run (16:59), the Malice in the Palace (22:10), the 1986 Celtics (28:29), facin...
ListenChris Herring from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Chris Herring of 538 about the inconsistent Thunder and Celtics, the remaining playoff races, All-NBA, MVP, All-Rookie, and much more.
ListenESPN's Jay Williams from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to ESPN's Jay Williams about Stephen Curry's injury (5:53), the Joel Embiid-Karl-Anthony Towns fight (15:02), early-season surprises and disappointments, and more.
ListenZach LaVine from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Zach talks to Bulls guard Zach LaVine about adapting to Jim Boylen, the Bulls' future, his Vontae Mack moment (14:43), wild KG stories (37:44), and more.
ListenSandro Galea and Keyon Dooling from 2020-03-30T21:45
Zach talks to Sandro Galea, the dean of Boston University's School of Public Health, and Keyon Dooling, player wellness counselor for the NBPA, about the mental health challenges of the COVID-19 pa...
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