Open Floor: SI's NBA Show

Dec 11 2024 387 ep. 61 mins 1.4k

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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.

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The Denver Nuggets Quick Free Fall (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Dec 11 2024 48 mins

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss Nikola Jokic playing super human basketball as the Nuggets hit their worst slump in years and what they may to do correct course as soon as possible. We also discuss how a healthy Grizzlies team could win the western conference and if trading LeBron and A.D. now is the best move the Lakers can do for their futureSponsored by: Underdog Fantasy

LeBron James Is Starting To Age A Little (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Dec 04 2024 40 mins

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the early season TV ratings for the league before discussing how LeBron James is starting to show his age a bit, if the Cavaliers are a threat to the Celtics after beating them at home, how the surging Bucks may want to make a big trade soon, and how the Knicks are not getting the defense out of Mikal Bridges that they thought they wouldSpons

Early Season Overachievers (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Nov 27 2024 34 mins

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the Lakers recent three game skid before breaking down the early season success of the Orlando Magic, Houston Rockets, and Brooklyn Nets, and which of those teams can sustain winning late into the seasonSponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog

NBA Tweaks All Star Game Yet Again (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Nov 22 2024 36 mins

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down the tepid response that the new four team pickup style all star game received and how they would inject some life into the game. We also discuss how JJ Redick has led the Lakers to early season success and how the Clippers have fared without Paul George and an injured Kawhi LeonardSponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska

Cavs/Celtics & Sixers Confront Embiid

Nov 20 2024 39 mins

Chris Mannix and Mark Medina discuss Dalton Knecht's 37 point heater, the Cavs/Celtics NBA Cup showdown, the Warriors jumping out to a surprising 10-3 start, and the Sixers problem's with Joel Embiid and Paul George amid their 2-11 startSponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdo

Sixers Are In Trouble With or Without Embiid (w/ Ben Golliver)

Nov 07 2024 42 mins

Chris Mannix is joined by Ben Golliver of the Washington Post to discuss how the Sixers have a chemistry problem whether Joel Embiid is healthy or not, the undefeated Cleveland Cavaliers early season success, and what level on the panic meter the Nuggets & Bucks are at right nowSponsored By: Underdog FantasyMust be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ

Darius Miles & Quentin Richardson

Oct 30 2024 32 mins

Chris Mannix talks to Darius Miles and Quentin Richardson about the 10th anniversary of the Players Tribune, who the first player was to bust their ass, the value of the three pointer in today's NBA, and moreSponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18+ (19+ AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void i

Rachel Nichols on Season Opening & Adam Silver Interview

Oct 25 2024 69 mins

Chris Mannix talks to Rachel Nichols about Bronny James appearing with LeBron in his first game, the Celtics record setting three point attempts & Joel Embiid missing the Sixers season opener before a sit down with Adam Silver about the amount of parity in the league, when we will see expansion teams, and how the league responded to last seasons gambling scandalMust be 18+ (19+

Over/Under Win Totals w/ Rohan Nadkarni & Lauri Markkanen Interview

Oct 22 2024 78 mins

Chris Mannix is joined by Rohan Nadkarni this week to discuss the improbable return of Lonzo Ball, the WNBA's odd end to a very successful finals, and what we think of some pre season over/under win totals for bubble teams. Chris also sits down with Utah Jazz all star Lauri Markkanen and gets into offseason trade rumors surrounding him and the outlook for the Jazz this seasonMu

Who's Trending Up & Down in the Western Conference

Oct 10 2024 35 mins

Chris Mannix is joined by Sam Amick of The Athletic to discuss some results from this season's GM survey before discussing where the Warriors, Suns, Kings & Clippers are trending after an offseason of additions and major departuresOur Sponsors:* Check out Robinhood: https://robinhood.com/goldAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redci