Game Over with Max Kellerman and Rich Paul

The Ringer

Sports media veteran Max Kellerman and super-agent Rich Paul discuss the most pressing topics in sports and culture.

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The New NBA Landscape, Media Pressure in Philly, and Mahomes's Comeback Year | Game Over
Max and Rich kick things off by analyzing the NBA landscape now that the biggest free-agency moves have been made, including how LeBron going to Philly takes the media pressure off his new teammates. They then talk a little NFL, as Max asks if Patrick Mahomes has the potential to be the greatest Comeback Player of the Year following his ACL injury. Next, they discuss if Bryce Harper was out of pocket for saying the Phillies need to make some moves at the trade deadline. Lastly, we close with a couple of your emails! Have a question for Max and Rich? Leave us a voicemail at 424-240-8341‬. Or send an email to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, Trevor Rabone, and Jeff Shearin Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Alysha Tsuji, Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Friday · 1 hr 19 min
NBA Insider Shams Charania Breaks Down LeBron's Sixers Move, He Drops Some Free Agency Scoops, and We Separate Fact From Fiction | Game Over
On today’s Game Over, ESPN Senior NBA Insider Shams Charania tells us how much time he spends on his phone every day and what his parents think of his NBA insider career. He also takes us behind the curtain of how he started to piece together that LeBron was heading to the 76ers. He also gives his thoughts on all the potential locations LJ could have ended up at, and he shares an exclusive with us at Game Over that even caught Rich by surprise. Have a question for Max and Rich? Leave us a voicemail at 424-240-8341‬. Or send an email to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Guest: Shams Charania Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, Trevor Rabone, and Jeff Shearin Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Alysha Tsuji, Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wednesday · 1 hr 25 min
LeBron James to the 76ers | Game Over
The decision has been made and LeBron is headed to the City of Brotherly Love (1:58)! Rich breaks down how the deal was made, what made LeBron choose Philly, how this shakes up the dynamics in the Eastern Conference, and more. Plus, we get to your emails (39:11). Have a question for Max and Rich? Leave us a voicemail at 424-240-8341‬. Or send an email to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, Trevor Rabone, and Jacob Cornett Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Alysha Tsuji, Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 24 · 50 min
A Surprise Bill Simmons Guest Appearance! Can He Convince Rich to Get LeBron to Golden State? | Game Over
Wednesday’s Game Over starts with a surprise drop-in from Bill Simmons, and of course they have to talk movies after Bill’s seen 'The Odyssey' twice already. Pat Riley made some comments about players needing to avoid reacting to their name swirling around in trade rumors (6:05). Did those rumors contribute to Jaylen Brown’s trade out of Boston? Deuce McBride spoke about role players in the NBA; do his comments align with Rich’s stance on starring in your role (19:55)? Bill wonders if Rich is going to be running a team before the year 2033 (25:34), and does his best to convince Rich to get LeBron to Golden State. Then, which fantasy basketball trio would win the most championships (50:24)? Have a question for Max and Rich? Leave us a voicemail at 424-240-8341‬. Or send an email to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Guest: Bill Simmons Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, Trevor Rabone, and Chris Thomas Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Alysha Tsuji, Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 22 · 1 hr 16 min
What’s the Rush for LeBron? | Game Over
Rich took in the World Cup final yesterday, and both he and Max are back from New York to start another week of Game Over. Where is LeBron going? That’s the question on everyone's mind in the NBA and sports media, but Rich wonders why he’s being pressured to rush his decision (4:46). Have the Lakers made themselves a better team going into next season (21:04)? Then, is the Tim Donaghy clip being blown out of proportion (36:10)? Plus, we get to your emails and voicemails! Have a question for Max and Rich? Leave us a voicemail at 424-240-8341‬. Or send an email to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, Trevor Rabone, and Chris Thomas Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Alysha Tsuji, Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 21 · 1 hr
Max and Rich Debate Sports' Most Iconic Franchises, LeBron's Next Move, and a LeBron-Steph Warriors Takeover | Game Over
Max and Rich get into what makes a franchise truly iconic—from the Cowboys and Yankees to the Lakers and Knicks—where LeBron could land next, why New York might be the center of the sports world, the Bears being the coolest team in football, what a LeBron-Steph pairing in Golden State would mean for the league, and much more! Have a question for Max and Rich? Leave us a voicemail at 424-240-8341. Or send an email to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, and Jeff Shearin Social: Alysha Tsuji, Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 17 · 58 min
Kendrick Perkins Talks LeBron Destinations, the Knicks Championship Being Questioned, and Why Rich Doesn't Text Perk Back | Game Over
Kendrick Perkins joins the show and gets into why he and Rich are beefing over unanswered texts, why he thinks Minnesota is the best place for LeBron to play next year, the Knicks being underdog champions, and much more! Have a question for Max and Rich? Leave us a voicemail at 424-240-8341. Or send an email to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Guests: Kendrick Perkins Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, and Trevor Rabone Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Alysha Tsuji, Keith Fujimoto and Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 16 · 1 hr 36 min
Potential LeBron Landing Spots, Plus NFL and MLB Talk With David Jacoby and Anthony Dabbundo | Game Over
Rich is on vacation, but Game Over continues with LeBron Watch! David Jacoby joins the show to break down the potential landing spots for LeBron (0:16), and Max and David make their voice-note pitches for their wild-card teams. Then, Anthony Dabbundo joins Max (39:16) to preview some NFL topics before training camp opens (43:11), and we’re talkin’ baseball (1:09:41)! Have a question for Max and Rich? Leave us a voicemail at 424-240-8341‬. Or send an email to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman Guests: David Jacoby and Anthony Dabbundo Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, and Trevor Rabone Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Alysha Tsuji, Keith Fujimoto and Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 13 · 1 hr 44 min
The Pitches Are Coming in for LeBron, and Rich Is in Vegas for Summer League | Game Over
We’re on LeBron Watch at Game Over HQ, and Rich has the latest from Summer League in Vegas (8:26). Is Tyrese Maxey the selling point for Philly (21:49)? Could the fairways be a good match for Steph Curry and LeBron (34:54)? Plus, some quick hits before Game Over hits the weekend (44:24). Have a question for Max and Rich? Leave us a voicemail at 424-240-8341‬. Or send an email to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, and Trevor Rabone Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Alysha Tsuji, Keith Fujimoto and Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 10 · 1 hr 1 min
Bob Myers Joins to Talk About Building Winning Teams, LeBron’s Future, and the Whiteboard! | Game Over
Bob Myers, the president of sports for Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, joins Max and Rich on today’s episode of Game Over (8:30)! What went into recruiting Kevin Durant back in his Golden State days (19:26)? Why does Bob look for competitiveness when building a team (53:40)? And does Rich already know LeBron’s next destination? Plus, Bob makes a pitch for why the Sixers are the best of all worlds (1:12:54). Have a question for Max and Rich? Leave us a voicemail at 424-240-8341‬. Or send an email to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Guest: Bob Myers Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, Trevor Rabone, and Chris Thomas Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Alysha Tsuji, Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 8 · 1 hr 35 min
Has LeBron’s Situation Changed? Plus, Breaking Down the Second Apron With Jeff Siegel | Game Over
After the whiteboard went viral, we start a new week of Game Over with updates on LeBron James’s free agency (9:27). Max has a thing or two to say to James Dolan after Mitchell Robinson went to the Celtics (31:45). Plus, Klutch Sports senior cap specialist Jeff Siegel joins the show to break down the second apron and other financial situations in the NBA (46:20). Have a question for Max and Rich? Leave us a voicemail at 424-240-8341‬. Or send an email to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Guest: Jeff Siegel Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, and Trevor Rabone Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 6 · 1 hr 29 min
What’s Next for LeBron? The Whiteboard Returns! Jaylen Brown Traded to Philly, and Can the New-Look Lakers Compete? | Game Over
The band’s back together in Hollywood with a lot to talk about in the NBA before the 4th of July weekend. Rich brings back the whiteboard to break down what’s next for LeBron and who the serious destination teams could be (4:29). Then, Jaylen Brown gets traded to the Sixers for a ham sandwich, as Max described it (44:24). And, where do these new-look Lakers finish in the West (1:03:47)? Have a question for Max and Rich? Leave us a voicemail at 424-240-8341‬. Or send an email to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, Trevor Rabone, and Jacob Cornett Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 3 · 1 hr 26 min
LeBron’s Leaving L.A., and Rich Joins from Wimbledon. Matt Barnes Fills In! | Game Over
NBA champion Matt Barnes is here, filling in for Rich! But when the news broke Tuesday morning that LeBron James is leaving the Lakers, we had to get Rich on the show from London to break it down (1:52). Then, Max and Matt break down what this means for LeBron and where he could land next (21:58). Then, while NBA free agency opens, two massive trades went down: Kawhi Leonard is heading back to Toronto (37:43), and can Ja Morant reinvent himself in Portland (52:18)? Have a question for Max and Rich? Leave us a voicemail at 424-240-8341‬. Or send an email to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Guest Host: Matt Barnes Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, Trevor Rabone, Kevin Cureghian, and Chris Thomas Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Tucker Tashjian, Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 1 · 1 hr 7 min
Fanatics Founder and CEO Michael Rubin Joins Game Over
While Max and Rich are in New York, Michael Rubin, the Founder and CEO of Fanatics, joins the show! They discuss building a multibillion-dollar company and why being big isn’t always good (2:34). Then, what should we look forward to at Fanatics Fest (15:33)? And what do companies like Fanatics look for when they want to partner with an athlete (30:10)? Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, and Trevor Rabone Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Keith Fujimoto and Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 29 · 48 min
Emergency Game Over! LaMelo Ball Traded, and More NBA Stories.
Max and Rich move the pod up a day early in response to LaMelo Ball being traded to Minnesota. How does this work for both the Wolves and the Hornets, and does it leave Minnesota with any holes in the lineup (10:19)? Then, what does the future hold for Jaylen Brown (19:31)? And, the fellas break down what Kendrick Perkins had to say about Giannis (35:14). Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, and Trevor Rabone Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Keith Fujimoto and Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 25 · 46 min
NBA Draft Round 1 Recap, Reaves Gets the Max, and Did Either Team Win the Giannis Trade? | Game Over
Max and Rich are back in New York for the 2026 NBA Draft, and there’s a lot of news around the Association. Austin Reaves gets paid the max with the Lakers, and Rich details why the NBA is where dreams come true (5:51). Giannis gets traded to the Heat, but why does Max think neither team won this trade (25:24)? Max and Rich agree that the second apron needs to go, and the fellas recap Round 1 of the NBA Draft (45:50). Voicemail is now LIVE. Hit us up at 424-240-8341‬. Or send a note to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, and Trevor Rabone Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Keith Fujimoto and Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 24 · 1 hr 13 min
Fat Joe Joins the Show to Celebrate the Knicks | Game Over
Max is in L.A. while Rich is in New York for the NBA draft later this week, and Rich is joined by a true New Yorker. Fresh off watching his Knicks win their first title in over 50 years, Fat Joe joins Game Over! What did it mean for him to see the Knicks win it all (7:21)? Then, Joe dives into how he got into rap (27:10), his fashion sense, and his relationship with Big Pun (37:02). Voicemail is now LIVE. Hit us up at 424-240-8341‬. Or send a note to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Guest: Fat Joe Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, Trevor Rabone, and Chris Thomas Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Jeff Shearin, Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: MCM Creative The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 22 · 1 hr 1 min
New York Loves a Parade, and the NBA Offseason Is Underway | Game Over
Max and Rich are in New York, but Max didn’t go to the parade? They talk about why this title means so much more in New York before debating whether the Knicks are actually being disrespected after winning the title (19:28). Then, the NBA offseason is heating up quickly. Rich dives into why NBA owners are allergic to the second apron, and could Jaylen Brown be on the move (37:30)? What does the future hold for Trae Young (47:49)? Plus, we look ahead to the NBA draft. Voicemail is now LIVE. Hit us up at 424-240-8341‬. Or send a note to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, and Trevor Rabone Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Jonathan Roemer, Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Theorist Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 19 · 1 hr 18 min
Are These Knicks the Greatest of All Time? Plus, Debating The Ringer's Top 100. | Game Over
Max and Rich debate whether this Knicks championship team ranks among the all-time greats (7:51). They spar over where Jalen Brunson stands versus Kyrie Irving and SGA, sparked by The Ringer's new player rankings (24:21). The conversation moves through the Thunder-Spurs Western Conference finals and Wembanyama's fatigue (31:09). They also discuss the public's rush to tear down rising stars and where LeBron James might land next given the title's ripple effects. Then, the World Cup buildup in the U.S. has Rich wanting to go to a match while they’re in New York (45:17), and they set parade plans for Max. Voicemail is now LIVE. Hit us up at 424-240-8341‬. Or send a note to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, Trevor Rabone, and Chris Thomas Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Jonathan Roemer, Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 17 · 1 hr
Knicks Win It All. Can They Repeat? And Are Wemby and the Spurs Poor Sports? | Game Over
Rich is surprised that Max isn’t wearing orange and blue today, but does Max need to apologize to James Dolan? We break down the Finals and look ahead toward the summer and next season (9:18). Can the Knicks become the first team to repeat in nearly a decade (46:10)? The Spurs and Victor Wembanyama are under fire after most of the team skipped the postgame handshakes (55:09). What do both Finals contenders need to adjust for next year (58:36)? We also look ahead to the NBA draft (1:08:31) and congratulate friend of the show Tom Dundon after his Carolina Hurricanes won the Stanley Cup. Voicemail is now LIVE. Hit us up at (424) 240-8341‬. Or send a note to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, Trevor Rabone, and Chris Thomas Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Jonathan Roemer, Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 15 · 1 hr 36 min

Game Over with Max Kellerman and Rich Paul

The New NBA Landscape, Media Pressure in Philly, and Mahomes's Comeback Year | Game Over

NBA Insider Shams Charania Breaks Down LeBron's Sixers Move, He Drops Some Free Agency Scoops, and We Separate Fact From Fiction | Game Over

LeBron James to the 76ers | Game Over

A Surprise Bill Simmons Guest Appearance! Can He Convince Rich to Get LeBron to Golden State? | Game Over

What’s the Rush for LeBron? | Game Over

Max and Rich Debate Sports' Most Iconic Franchises, LeBron's Next Move, and a LeBron-Steph Warriors Takeover | Game Over

Kendrick Perkins Talks LeBron Destinations, the Knicks Championship Being Questioned, and Why Rich Doesn't Text Perk Back | Game Over

Potential LeBron Landing Spots, Plus NFL and MLB Talk With David Jacoby and Anthony Dabbundo | Game Over

The Pitches Are Coming in for LeBron, and Rich Is in Vegas for Summer League | Game Over

Bob Myers Joins to Talk About Building Winning Teams, LeBron’s Future, and the Whiteboard! | Game Over

Has LeBron’s Situation Changed? Plus, Breaking Down the Second Apron With Jeff Siegel | Game Over

What’s Next for LeBron? The Whiteboard Returns! Jaylen Brown Traded to Philly, and Can the New-Look Lakers Compete? | Game Over

LeBron’s Leaving L.A., and Rich Joins from Wimbledon. Matt Barnes Fills In! | Game Over

Fanatics Founder and CEO Michael Rubin Joins Game Over

Emergency Game Over! LaMelo Ball Traded, and More NBA Stories.

NBA Draft Round 1 Recap, Reaves Gets the Max, and Did Either Team Win the Giannis Trade? | Game Over

Fat Joe Joins the Show to Celebrate the Knicks | Game Over

New York Loves a Parade, and the NBA Offseason Is Underway | Game Over

Are These Knicks the Greatest of All Time? Plus, Debating The Ringer's Top 100. | Game Over

Knicks Win It All. Can They Repeat? And Are Wemby and the Spurs Poor Sports? | Game Over