Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre
Finally, they talk about Clint Capela’s extension with the Atlanta Hawks (40:00). They also take a look at the dispute between Nerlens Noel and Klutch and why Rich Paul gets such an unprecedented level of attention for an agent (28:45). Then they break down what Zach LaVine signing with Klutch could mean for his tenure with the Bulls, whether he could be part of a trade package for Simmons, and whether Klutch's reputation as a signal for player movement is truly earned (13:30). They discuss whether the recent report that Ben Simmons will refuse to appear at 76ers training camp has changed anything about the situation for Philadelphia or any of the teams vying to be his next destination (0:30). Justin, Rob, and Wos are back from a well-earned break and thanking Ben Simmons and Klutch for creating some news during what is most often the slowest part of the NBA offseason. ET on YouTube and across our social channels. Make sure to keep up with all of The Ringer's NBA coverage on Twitter and Instagram Experience the excitement on Tuesday, October 19 with the whole Ringer NBA team with our 2021-22 NBA Previewpalooza starting at 12:30 p.m. Then they do some quick-hitter questions, including whether Ben Simmons and Giannis Antetokounmpo will take and make 3s this season (38:22), whether Damian Lillard, Simmons, or Bradley Beal will get traded (43:35), which new head coach will have the greatest impact on their team (46:45), and the likelihood of a Lakers-Warriors Western Conference final (49:35). They name their playoff locks and fringe teams for the East and West (6:50), three teams they’re concerned about (16:25), and three teams they’re higher and lower on than consensus (27:47). In anticipation of the start of the 2021-22 NBA season, Logan and Raja kick this momentous week off with a season preview (0:40). J's contribution to the modern player empowerment era and Jackie reveals how making 'Icons Club' has changed her perspective on basketball.(38:53) (30:48) They wrap things up by acknowledging Dr. They're then joined by The Ringer's own Jackie MacMullan to talk about her new podcast 'Icons Club.' They begin the conversation by detailing the necessary elements to be included in the prestigious group.(5:00) They then shift their focus to the legacy of Julius Erving and analyze the myriad of ways he impacted the history of the NBA and the Philadelphia 76ers franchise.(15:30) Next, they discuss some of the other players that exist on the periphery of the club's core legends like Isaiah Thomas, Giannis Antetokounmpo and in particular, Dwight Howard. Chris and Seerat start the pod by sharing their reactions to the fight between Erik Spoelstra and Jimmy Butler during the Heat's loss to the Warriors on Wednesday night.