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Open Floor: SI's NBA Show

Open Floor: SI's NBA Show

SI NBA

Sports News, News, Basketball, Sports

4.7 • 2.4K Ratings

Overview

From the NBA draft to the playoffs and back again, Chris Mannix takes you on a ride across the NBA standings, laying out the latest news and rumors along the way and leaving no basketball conspiracy theory stone left unturned.

475 Episodes

The Celtics Are Too Good To Tank...And So Are the Mavs?

Rachel Nichols & Evan Turner break down the Celtics surging into 3rd place behind Jaylen Brown and why the team may be too talented to tank.We also get into the Knicks winning 7 of 8, James Harden moving into the top ten all time scoring list, and if the Mavericks should try and tank or build on their recent improved play Sponsored by Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code 'OPENFLOOR' Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 9 December 2025

Giannis Trade Intensifies & Chris Paul's Abrupt Exit From L.A.

Rachel Nichols and Evan Turner break down LeBron's streak of scoring over ten points in a game coming to an end before getting into the intensifying Giannis trade rumors and how the rest of the season may play out for him. We also discuss what exactly happened for the Clippers to end their reunion with Chris Paul so abruptly and why the new U.S.A. vs. the world all star format may leave some big names out of the mix Sponsored by: Rocket Money (rocketmoney.com/openfloor) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 5 December 2025

Clippers Sink Deeper While the Lakers Take Off (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss what desperate moves the Clippers might make as their season slips away further, if the Lakers will add another center to pair with their thriving big 3, if the Hawks will remain patient and stick with Trae Young through this season, and what has gone wrong with the average Cavaliers this season Sponsored by: Rocket Money (rocketmoney.com/openfloor) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 2 December 2025

Our Quarter Season NBA Awards (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the Klay Thompson vs. Ja Morant feud before debating our quarter season awards for the league so far including MVP, coach of the year, rookie of the year, most improved, sixth man, and more Sponsored by Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code 'OPENFLOOR' Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 25 November 2025

AD & LaMelo Involved In Very Different Trade Rumors (w/ Evan Turner)

Chris Mannix and Evan Turner break down how the Sacramento Kings have given up sixteen games into the season and what they should do with some talented roster pieces. We also get Evan's take on the red hot Raptors, how the Clippers continue to underperform in every way, if Anthony Davis could be shopped following his return from injury, and if LaMelo can be a franchise player outside of Charlotte Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 21 November 2025

The Raptors Rebuild Is Working & Ja Morant Trade Candidates (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down the surprising Toronto Raptors finally putting it together after years of moves following the departure of Kawhi Leonard, what moves are left for the Pelicans this season after the firing of head coach Willie Green, and what teams should think about trading for Ja Morant as the situation continues to worsen in Memphis Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 19 November 2025

Jokic vs. SGA MVP Race & The Mavs Hitting Restart? (w/ Evan Turner)

Chris Mannix and Evan Turner break down the unreal play of Nikola Jokic and wonder if if averaging anther triple double will be enough to beat out SGA and the 70 win Thunder for the MVP award. We also discuss if the Mavs will blow it up post Nico Harrison or wait until Kyrie Irving is back from injury, and what is going on with the underperforming Warriors this season Sponsored by: Rocket Money (rocketmoney.com/openfloor) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 14 November 2025

Dissecting The Mavericks Train Wreck (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down the Cade Cunningham led, red hot Detroit Pistons, why the aging Clippers have limped out of the gate to start the season, how the hopeful Mavericks have gone downhill so fast this season, and more Sponsored by: Rocket Money (rocketmoney.com/openfloor) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 11 November 2025

Ja Morant’s Mess, Dallas Woes & Boston’s Rollercoaster Start (w/ Evan Turner)

Chris Mannix is joined by former NBA player Evan Turner for a wide-ranging conversation on the latest around the league. The two dive into the ongoing saga surrounding Ja Morant, how coaches should manage player drama in today’s NBA, and what’s really behind the Dallas Mavericks’ struggles. Plus, Evan shares his thoughts on what’s going on with the Boston Celtics and how they can get back on track.Sponsored by Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code 'OPENFLOOR' & Rocket Money (rocketmoney.com/openfloor) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 7 November 2025

Zion Injured...Again & What Is Going On With Ja? (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols dive into the latest injury for Zion Williamson and how his injury will affect the struggling Pelicans. They also discuss the Miliwaukee Bucks and what Giannis' future could be with the Bucks, how impressive Ryan Rollins has been for Miliwaukee this season. Finally, Chris and Rachel react to the Ja Morant situation in Memphis and if there is a possibility that the Grizzlies could look to trade him.Sponsored by Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code 'OPENFLOOR' & Rocket Money (rocketmoney.com/openfloor) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 5 November 2025

NBA Surprises & Disappointments So Far (w/ Evan Turner)

Chris Mannix and Evan Turner break down some of the biggest surprises after the first week of the season and get into how the Miami Heat are winning with a new roster, why the Orlando Magic's new additions haven't put it together yet, the Sixers remaining undefeated behind their young guards, and the dismal situation already happening in New Orleans Sponsored by Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code 'OPENFLOOR' & Rocket Money (rocketmoney.com/openfloor) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 31 October 2025

Wemby's Unreal Start & Boston's Playoff Despair (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down how the stellar Austin Reaves and Deandre Ayton will have to lead a Lakers team in a stretch without Luka & LeBron. We also discuss Wemby's early hall of fame level play, the Spurs young core, and why the winless Celtics may not want to make the play in to cash in on a loaded draftSponsored by Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code 'OPENFLOOR' & Rocket Money (rocketmoney.com/openfloor) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 28 October 2025

Billups Joins Rozier In MASSIVE Gambling Scandal (w/ Evan Turner)

Chris Mannix and Evan Turner discuss what we know so far about Chauncey Billups arrest and Terry Rozier's suspension due to two ever changing gambling scandals. We also discuss why former player Damon Jones role could be even bigger in the scandal before breaking down the Rockets in their seasoning opening loss to the Thunder, and Wemby's huge, MVP caliber performance against the Mavs Sponsored by Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code 'OPENFLOOR' Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 24 October 2025

Durant's BIG Extension & Updating Our Sixers Prediction? (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down Kevin Durant's two year extension with the Rockets, the remaining extensions given out before Monday's deadline, how we're feeling about the Sixers after seeing them during the preseason, how Joe Mazzulla will lead the Celtics this season, and more Sponsored by Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code 'OPENFLOOR' Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 21 October 2025

Under the Radar Underperformers (w/ Evan Turner)

Chris Mannix and Evan Turner break down some teams we don't plan on talking about this season and discuss why the Kings are the most hopeless team in the NBA, why the Hornets should have the talent to finish at .500 in a weak eastern conference, why the Pelicans need to be in win now mode after trading away next years draft pick, how the Grizzlies have already been bit by the injury bug before the season has even begun, and more Sponsored by: Rocket Money (rocketmoney.com/openfloor) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 17 October 2025

Are Magic & Spurs For Real?/ Lauri Markkanen's Trade Future (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss LeBron's sciatica and if time off this season could actually be good for him before discussing how far the new look Magic and Spurs will go after looking freat in the preseason. We also discuss when and where the Jazz might deal Lauri Markkanen, get into the annual GM survey, and Mannix talks to Jay King from The Athletic about losing 57-4 in. scrimmage featuring the Celtics media members vs. the Celtics coaching staff Sponsored by: Rocket Money (rocketmoney.com/openfloor) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 15 October 2025

Kevin Harlan Is Your Fave Announcer's Fave Announcer

Chris Mannix is joined by Kevin Harlan to talk about how he got it into broadcasting right out college, the great advice he got from John Madden to open up on the mic, moving from TNT to call the NBA on Amazon, and how he can make anything sound exciting Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 12 October 2025

LeBron's Non-Decision & Conference Top 4 Seeds

Chris Mannix is joined by new weekly co-host Evan Turner to discuss LeBron's "Decision 2.0", what the new look Lakers can do this season, why Cade Cunningham is a top ten player, and what our top four teams are in the Eastern & Western conferences Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 10 October 2025

WNBA Head For Long Lockout & Giannis To NY!? (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss LeBron's non-decision "announcement" before getting into the WNBA's battle between the players and commissioner Cathy Engelbert. We also break down the news that the Bucks spoke to the Knicks about Giannis this summer, why we think Victor Wembanyama could win the MVP this season, and why the Wolves young players need to come through this year after two years of roster degradation Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 8 October 2025

The NBA Is Back On NBC (w/ Michael Grady)

Chris Mannix is joined by play-by-play announcer Michael Brady, who will be calling games for the leagues return to NBA this season, to discuss the many broadcasting jobs he's had along the way, the level of rehearsal they prefer before going on air, their most intriguing storylines heading into this season, and moreSponsored by: Rocket Money (rocketmoney.com/openfloor) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 6 October 2025

Kawhi Remains Tight Lipped At Media Day (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down Kawhi Leonard's six minute appearance at media day before he was whisked away by Clippers personnel, how the Lakers looked with a rebuilt roster, why the Lakers decided to extend JJ Redick's contract, how many games Joel Embiid will play this season, and more Sponsored by: Rocket Money (rocketmoney.com/openfloor) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 29 September 2025

Rockets Young Core Tested & Nuggets Preseason Disrespect (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix discusses how the Rockets will respond to losing Fred VanVleet to a torn ACL before he's joined by Rachel Nichols to break down how Kevin Durant will fit into a lengthy Houston lineup, why the Magic paid a high cost for Desmond Bane in a weak eastern conference, and why an anonymous league poll had very few people picking the Nuggets to win the Northwest division despite a great offseason of roster building Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 23 September 2025

Adam Silver Addresses Kawhi Scandal & Sixers or Celtics? (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols debate if we're underrating or overrating the Sixers and Celtics going into this season before getting into Adam Silver addressing the Kawhi Leonard scandal publicly, if the league will want to take on Steve Ballmer, and Silver's rough comments on the rising costs of watching an NBA game at home and in person Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 11 September 2025

Steve Ballmer Gives Unconvincing Denial of Scandal Involvement

Chris Mannix dissects Steve Ballmer breaking his silence on Sportscenter in an interview with Ramona Shelburne where he emphatically denied his involvement in the Kawhi Leonard endorsement scandal and why his many reasons were less than convincing Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 5 September 2025

The Kawhi Endorsement Scandal Won't Go Away Soon (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the bombshell reporting by Pablo Torre that alleges Kawhi Leonard signed a $28 million no-show marketing agreement to circumvent the salary cap. We break down why it appears to be true, past punishments for teams doing it, and why we can expect a thorough investigation by the league into an issue it takes very seriously Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 4 September 2025

Western Conference Contender Tier List (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down the western conference contenders tier list into who the ring chasers, middle of the pack, and Cancun bound teams are and wonder if we'll see another slugfest between the Thunder and Nuggets in the playoffs, if we're underrating the Clippers and Lakers, where the Wolves and Mavs land after their roster mishaps, the disasters that are the Kings and Pelicans Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 3 September 2025

Eastern Conference Contender Tier List (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down the eastern conference contenders tier list into who the ring chasers, middle of the pack, and Cancun bound teams are and wonder if this is the most important season for the Cavs since LeBron left, why we're bullish on the all in Hawks, and if the Celtics are really bad enough to miss the playoffs Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 28 August 2025

Must See 2025 Games & Big Ownership Changes (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Albert Breer discuss Michael Porter Jr.'s recent comments on how gambling has affected the league and the pressure it puts on players before discussing some of the games we're most looking forward to after the league wide schedule release. We also discuss if the Portland Trail Blazers will remain in Portland in the long term after the teams sale and why the Celtics will have a new governor after their record breaking sale was complete Sponsored by: https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o2?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 15 August 2025

What Luka & De'Aaron Fox's Extension's Mean for the West (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down Luka getting a big extension from the Lakers and why Bronny James wasn't among the players at his press conference. We also get into if Giannis will join the Bucks at training camp, where Russell Westbrook will end up in free agency, how long De'Aaron Fox will be with the Spurs after signing a max extension, and what the Connecticut Sun's massive asking price means for an eventful future of the WNBA Sponsored by: https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o2?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 6 August 2025

Lillard Returns To PDX & Chris Paul Joins LA Again (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss Damian Lillard making a feel good return to the Blazers and how he'll fit into their roster once he recovers from his achilles injury. We also break down where Chris Paul will fit in the Clippers roster during his farewell season with the team and if Marcus Smart will be a major contributor after signing with the Lakers Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 21 July 2025

LeBron's Cagey Future & Beal Gets A Buyout (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols get into how Yang Hansen has become the talk of Summer League before getting into Rich Paul's vague comments on LeBron's future, Bradley Beal joining the Clippers after a buyout with the Suns, and Adam Silver's comments on possible league expansion Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 17 July 2025

Cooper Flagg's Summer League Debut & Giannis' Vague Future (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down Cooper Flagg's promising summer league debut and why we expect him to improve by the time he's finished in Vegas. We also discuss the vague answers given by Giannis about his affinity for Milwaukee, the puzzling extension given to Devin Booker, the Heat acquiring Norman Powell, and the latest on he possibility of LeBron leaving for another team Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 11 July 2025

Creating Cooper Flagg

Ahead of the phenom's NBA summer league debut, SI's Chris Mannix sits down with his mother, childhood coaches, NBA vet Brian Scalabrine, and Duke head coach Jon Scheyer about growing the talent from a first grader dominating the rec league to the most highly sought after prospect since LeBron James Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 10 July 2025

Knicks Hire Mike Brown & LeBron Trade Rumors (w/ Fred Katz)

Chris Mannix is joined by Fred Katz of The Athletic to break down the Knicks finally hiring Mike Brown as their new head coach and if is coaching style will fit in with the James Dolan led organization and if a LeBron trade could actually happen with the teams very minor moves in free agency Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 4 July 2025

Winner & Losers of NBA Free Agency (w/ Rohan Nadkarni)

Chris Mannix and Rohan Nadkarni of NBC News discuss the Bucks deciding to waive Damian Lillard and stretch the remainder of his contract following his achilles tear before discussing how the winner and loser of free agency including the Rockets and Hawks making major moves to contend and the Lakers and Pacers making little improvements and suffering huge departures Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 2 July 2025

Is There Really A Trade Market For LeBron (w/ Jovan Buha)

Chris Mannix and Jovan Buha discuss LeBron James exercising his option for the 2025 season and if he'll seek a trade if the team isn't prepared to compete for a championship this season. We also get into the state of the Lakers roster and if the rumored additions and subtractions will live up to the expectations of Luka Doncic Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 30 June 2025

Breaking Down The Wildest NBA Draft In Years (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols get into an eventful NBA and discuss Ace Bailey getting snagged by the Jazz in a surprise move, the Suns loading up on questionable centers, why the Pelicans gave up an unprotected first round pick to draft Derik Queen, the wild swing made by the Blazers in drafting China's Yang Hansen, plus the moves made by the Celtics and Mavericks to remain contenders Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 27 June 2025

Haliburton's Injury Clouds OKC's Title Clincher (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss Tyrese Haliburton's devastating injury in game 7 and if the league can do anything to mitigate these injuries before breaking down Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's case for the hall of fame and if the Thunder can build a dynasty in today's modern party filled NBA Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 23 June 2025

Lakers $10 Billion Sale & Game 7 Finals Showdown (w/ Mark Medina)

Chris Mannix is joined by Mark Medina to discuss the Lakers $10 billion sale, if it's still profitable to run an NBA team, and what changes may come to the Lakers front office. We also break down the first Finals game 7 in ten years and discuss if the Thunder start a new dynasty or if the Pacers are the team of destiny Sponsored by: LinkedIn JobsLinkedIn.com/OPENFLOOR Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 21 June 2025

Desmond Bane Traded & Jalen Williams Ascension (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss if the Indiana Fever need an enforcer for Caitlin Clark after a very physical game against the Connecticut Sun before getting into why the Desmond Bane trade was one of the rare trades where both teams win and why Jalen Williams will keep climbing the all nba rankiings next season after his 40 point explosion in game sox of the Finals Sponsored by: LinkedIn Jobslinkedin.com/openfloor Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 18 June 2025

Everyone Rejects The Knicks & Pacers Out Run OKC (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss how the Knicks coaching search keeps getting more desperate as a fifth team denies a request to poach their play caller, how the Kevin Durant trade rumors intensifying means we are in for an eventful draft night, and what the Thunder need to do to even the series as the Pacers out hustle them in game three Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 13 June 2025

Thunder Even It Up & the Jason Kidd To Knicks Rumors (w/ Mark Medina)

Chris Mannix discusses the rumors surrounding Jason Kidd leaving the Mavericks to coach the Knicks and why the Mavs should consider blowing up the roster around Cooper Flagg before he's joined by Mark Medina to break down how the Thunder bounced back from their own Pacers comeback to dominate in game 2 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 9 June 2025

Thibs Shocking Firing & Thunder/Pacers Preview (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols get into the surprise firing of Tom Thibodeau and question the motives behind letting a coach go that led the Knicks to their first conference finals in twenty five years. We also discuss the end of the NBA on TNT as the league goes to streaming, and preview the Finals matchup between the Thunder and PacersSponsored by: Underdog SportsMust be 18 plus (19 plus in Alabama and Nebraska; 19 plus in Colorado for some games; 21 plus in Massachusetts and Arizona) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org. In Arizona, call 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXT-STEP to 53342. In New York, call the 24/7 HOPE line at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 4 June 2025

The Knicks Need To Run It Back (w/ Fred Katz)

Chris Mannix is joined by Fred Katz of The Athletic to talk about what the Knicks need to do after losing to the Pacers in the ECF, what Mitchell Robinson does for this team, the good and not so good of Karl-Anthony Towns, and how Jalen Brunson can become the best player in franchise history Sponsored by: Underdog SportsMust be 18 plus (19 plus in Alabama and Nebraska; 19 plus in Colorado for some games; 21 plus in Massachusetts and Arizona) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org. In Arizona, call 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXT-STEP to 53342. In New York, call the 24/7 HOPE line at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2025

Ant Edwards Playoff Struggles & Knicks Mix It Up (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss Ant Edwards passive game four performance and if he still has room to grow as a player at only twenty three years old. We also discuss the Knicks lineup changes against the Pacers, what the Mavs can expect from Cooper Flagg next season, and what we can anticipate from Giannis Antetokounmpo's upcoming meeting with the Bucks Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2025

Dissecting That Crazy Pacers Comeback (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the wild game ending comeback by the Pacers against the Knicks in game one, how Aaron Nesmith played at an an all star level down the stretch, the rampant flopping throughout the game, if Tyrese Haliburton's dad should be reinstated for the rest of the series, and more Sponsored by: LinkedIn Jobs Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 23 May 2025

Nuggets Window Closing & ECF Preview (w/ Mark Medina)

Chris Mannix is joined by Sportskeeda's Mark Medina to break down what moves the Nuggets have left with a talented yet shallow roster, what we can expect from a stacked Knicks/Pacers series, and the logistics of the Cavs keeping their championship window open by trading for Giannis Sponsored by: LinkedIn Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2025

Wolves In WCF Again & Warriors Still Contenders (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols convene for the first time since the crazy draft lottery and share their ideas for how they'd fix the lottery odds, Julius Randle proving his doubters wrong this postseason, why we're still high on the Warriors as contenders going forward, and what the Celtics should do as they wrestle with losing Jayson Tatum for all of next season Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 16 May 2025

Inside The Most Dramatic Draft Lottery Ever (w/ Kevin Sweeney)

Chris Mannix and SI's Kevin Sweeney talk live in Chicago at the NBA draft combine about the shocking draft lottery that saw the Mavericks jump to the number one pick and in position to draft Cooper Flagg. We also break down how a potential Giannis trade fits into the drafts, which tanking teams need to make a trade to move up, and our thoughts on several potential lottery picks Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2025

Celtics Implode Against The Knicks (w/ Jay King)

Chris Mannix talks to Jay King of The Athletic about the Celtics falling down 0-2 to the Knicks and how they've blown two twenty point leads, the less than stellar play of Jayson Tatum, the Hack-a-Mitchell strategy, and what could be the mystery illness inflicting Kristaps Porziņģis Sponsored by: LinkedInLinkedIn.com/OPENFLOOR Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 9 May 2025

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