Open Floor: SI's NBA Show

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From the NBA Draft to the playoffs and back again, Chris Mannix, Rachel Nichols, and Evan Turner take 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.

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536 episodes
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Jul 11, 2022 · 1 hr 9 min
Way-Too-Early Awards Predictions
On today's episode, Michael and Chris open up the mailbag and take a look ahead at the 2022-23 season by submitting ballots for every major award. They reveal who they think will win MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Most Improved Player, Sixth Man of the Year, and Coach of the Year, with some outside the bold, outside-the-box predictions sprinkled into the discussion. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jul 8, 2022 · 1 hr 6 min
Summer League Reactions & The Brandon Ingram Question
On today's episode, Michael and Chris offer some first reactions to Summer League and some standout names (Chet Holmgren, Paolo Banchero, Jabari Smith Jr., etc.) from the 2022 draft class. They then open up the mailbag and break down some more Kevin Durant trade offers (and the big Brandon Ingram question), wonder if, in light of Bradley Beal's new contract, the Wizards are officially the most hopeless franchise in the league, and so much more Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jul 5, 2022 · 1 hr 4 min
Minnesota is All In + Free Agency Reactions
On today’s episode, Michael and Rohan discuss the ongoing saga with Kevin Durant’s trade request, including which teams they would like to see him play for most. Then they dive into the Rudy Gobert and Dejounte Murray trades, and if either one significantly affects the Wolves’ or Hawks’ title odds. Finally, Michael forces Rohan to confront the success of the Celtics’ offseason, and the hosts pick their favorite and least favorite signing of the summer. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jul 1, 2022 · 1 hr 13 min
Free Agency Winners & Losers (So Far)
On today's episode, Michael and Chris discuss Kevin Durant's trade request, whether the Nets should honor his list of desired destinations and where the Nets go from here. Then they get into the first day of free agency by giving their winners and losers to the first day of activity, while responding to breaking news in real time! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jun 27, 2022 · 1 hr 4 min
Previewing Free Agency + KD Trades
On today's episode, Michael and Rohan preview free agency by taking a look at several teams and players they have their eye on heading into July 1. What will the Suns and Jazz do? Will the Hawks take a step back? Who will sign Kyrie Irving? What about Miles Bridges? They then move on to talk about potential Kevin Durant destinations, should he request a trade, before opening the mail bag and answering a whole bunch of fascinating questions Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jun 24, 2022 · 1 hr 1 min
NBA Draft Winners & Losers
On today's episode, Michael and Rohan give their winners and losers from the 2022 NBA draft. What were the Knicks thinking? Will they regret not using the 11th pick and instead opting to improve via free agency? Should the Magic have taken Jabari Smith Jr. instead of Paolo Banchero? Which team has a brighter future: the Pistons or the Thunder? All those questions, and so many more, are answered in today's show. Also: the Royston Rip City Report makes its triumphant return Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jun 21, 2022 · 1 hr
Kyrie Rumors + Previewing the NBA Draft
On today's episode, Michael and Rohan discussed Kyrie Irving's looming player option and wondered which team he'll end up on next season. They also went over Bradley Beal's free agency and Charlotte's puzzling search for a new head coach before a long conversation about the NBA draft. They finished things off by opening the mailbag and answering a few leftover questions about the Finals, Steve Kerr's legacy, and so much more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jun 17, 2022 · 1 hr 4 min
Stephen Curry’s Top Ten Ascent
On today’s special episode, Michael, Chris, and Rohan give their thoughts on Game 6 of the NBA Finals and what the Warriors win means for Stephen Curry’s legacy. Then they briefly preview who will be No. 1 on their Top 100 lists for next season, which leads to shock and disagreement. The trio also discusses Jayson Tatum’s Finals performance, and gives way too early predictions for next season, leading to some more chaos Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jun 13, 2022 · 1 hr 6 min
Steph’s Domination + Previewing Game 5
On today's episode, Michael and Chris break down the NBA Finals with a look back at Game 4 and a look ahead to Game 5. They get into Steph Curry's dominance (where does he rank on the list of players they've watched with their own two eyes?), Draymond Green's diminished role, Jayson Tatum's struggles, the Finals MVP debate, and so much more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jun 10, 2022 · 1 hr 1 min
The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly of the Finals So Far
On today's episode, Michael and Chris break down Game 3 of the NBA Finals and zoom out to answer a few questions about the series. What is each team's best five-man unit? Which players have been the most disappointing? What stats have surprised us both the most? Michael and Chris then open up the mailbag to wonder which active role players would make the best head coaches, and more Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jun 6, 2022 · 57 min
Boston Meets Golden State's Buzzsaw
On today's episode, Michael and Rohan break down and react to Game 2 of the NBA Finals, where the Warriors bounced back with a commanding win over the Celtics. What adjustments did Steve Kerr make to get the win? Were Draymond Green's antics over the top or exactly what Golden State needed? How can Boston's offense get back on track in Game 3? All those questions, and more, are answered in today's show. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jun 3, 2022 · 1 hr 12 min
Boston Blitzes The Warriors
On today's episode, Michael and Chris took a deep dive into Game 1 of the NBA Finals. How did the Celtics blow the game wide open like they did, particularly after Steph Curry's volcanic first quarter? Did Jayson Tatum have the best 3-for-17 performance in postseason history? What adjustments can/should the Warriors make coming off a night where Boston could not miss from behind the three-point line? All those questions, and more, are answered in today's show Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
May 31, 2022 · 1 hr 12 min
The Mega Finals Preview Pod
On today's show, Michael and Rohan give the people what they want, breaking down Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Heat and Celtics. Was Jimmy's shot the right decision? What should Miami do with Tyler Herro this summer? Then they open up the mailbag and preview what should be a classic NBA Finals, answering several key questions about Boston and Golden State's individual matchups and x-factors before arriving at their predictions. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
May 27, 2022 · 53 min
Can Anyone Stop Another Warriors Title Run?
On today's episode, Michael and Chris discuss a Warriors team that's headed to their sixth NBA Finals in eight seasons. Both picked Mavs in 6 before the series started, so how were they so wrong? Is the Wiggins trade the most lopsided in recent NBA history? They then wonder what's next for Dallas, and how it can avoid following the same short-term path Atlanta is currently on. After opening the mailbag to answer a few questions, they close things out with a conversation about the Eastern Conference Finals, Erik Spoelstra's options, Boston's defense, and why these games are so lopsided. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
May 23, 2022 · 1 hr 4 min
The Warriors Are That Good
On today's episode, Michael and Rohan break down the Western Conference Finals, Andrew Wiggins, Steph Curry and a miraculous Warriors team that's one win away from another championship series. Then they look at the East, where Boston and Miami are locked into a fascinating tug-of-war. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
May 19, 2022 · 59 min
Getting Heated Over Miami/Boston & Our Lottery Reactions
In today's show, Michael and Rohan break down the Eastern Conference Finals with a long discussion about Jimmy Butler's fantastic Game 1, what adjustments (if any) the Celtics should make if they want to bounce back, and more. Then they open the mailbag and answer a few questions about the lottery, wondering if Sacramento and Detroit will trade their picks and accelerate their respective rebuilds or continue to add young talent. Plus: a shocking Deandre Ayton fake trade! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
May 16, 2022 · 1 hr 10 min
The Sun Has Set on the Phoenix Suns
On today's episode, Michael and Chris recap Sunday's Game 7 action and wonder what's next for the Suns and Bucks after both teams were blown off the floor. Is the championship window shut for Phoenix? How much work does Milwaukee need to do to push Giannis past the finish line yet again? They then preview the two conference finals series by analyzing a few key matchups before making final predictions about which teams they think will meet in the Finals. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
May 13, 2022 · 1 hr 6 min
Harden's Demise & Luka's Ascension
On today's episode, Michael and Chris wonder what's next for James Harden and the Philadelphia 76ers. Where do they go from here, after Harden's scoreless second half in Game 6? Were Joel Embiid's post-game comments fair? How can the Sixers bounce back next season? Over in Dallas, will Luka Doncic bolster his playoff reputation with a magical Game 7 against the regular season's best team? Chris and Michael then open up the mailbag and answer a few quick questions about the Celtics/Bucks and Warriors/Grizzlies matchups Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
May 10, 2022 · 1 hr 15 min
8 Questions About the NBA Playoffs
On today's episode, Michael and Rohan ask one big question about all four second-round playoff series. Can the Celtics sustain their small-ball success? What impact, if any, will Duncan Robinson have against the Sixers? Can the Grizzlies come back and win three straight games? What's it going to take for Phoenix's offense to get back on track? Then they open up the mailbag and have a conversation about postseason officiating. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
May 6, 2022 · 1 hr 6 min
Milwaukee Has A Giannis Problem
On today's episode, Michael and Chris preview Saturday's Game 3's between the Grizzlies/Warriors and Celtics/Bucks. What adjustments can Steve Kerr make to slow down Ja Morant? What adjustments can Mike Budenholzer make so Giannis Antetokounmpo's life isn't so hard on offense? Then they open up the mailbag to answer a few questions about playoff officiating, Luka Doncic's extremely high usage rate, and so much more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy