Open Floor: SI's NBA Show

Oct 25 2024 380 ep. 62 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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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 departuresAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Preseason Debut For Bronny James

Oct 08 2024 40 mins

Chris Mannix is joined by Mark Medina to break down Bronny James debut with the Lakers and why we should temper expectations for him going forward. We also discuss how the Suns new additions will fit in and our first look at the post KAT TimberwolvesAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Greg Oden Reflects on His Career

Oct 04 2024 21 mins

Chris Mannix talks to former no. 1 overall pick Greg Oden about the unexpected turn his career in the NBA took, how he knew it was time to retire, learning to find himself after stepping away from the league, and being inducted into the Ohio State Athletics Hall of FameOur Sponsor:Go to FactorMeals.com/OpenFloor50 & use code: OPENFLOOR50Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.

Unpacking The Karl-Anthony Towns Trade w/ Fred Katz

Oct 01 2024 49 mins

Chris Mannix talks with Fred Katz of the Athletic about the passing about NBA hall of famer Dikembe Mutombo before breaking down the surprise blockbuster trade between the Knicks and Timberwolves that sent all star Karl-Anthony Towns to New YorkOur Sponsor:Go to FactorMeals.com/OpenFloor50 & use code: OPENFLOOR50Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-O

How The Celtics Will Defend Their Title

Sep 27 2024 39 mins

Chris Mannix discusses the news that Kawhi Leonard underwent knee surgery in the offseason before he's joined by Jay King of the Athletic to discuss the big extensions handed out by Boston this off season, how Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown will play this year after finally winning a title, and what the team may look like in the futureHead to FACTOR MEALS dot com slash openfloor

Rough Offseason For Nuggets & Clippers w/ Ben Golliver

Sep 24 2024 41 mins

Chris Mannix is joined by Ben Golliver of the Washington Post to get into Adrian Wojnarowski's retirement, Joel Embiid's contract extension, how much the Lakers can really compete this season, and how the departure of key veterans will impact the Clippers and NuggetsHead to FACTOR MEALS dot com slash openfloor50 and use code openfloor50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20

The Wizards Rebuild w/ Head Coach Brian Keefe

Sep 10 2024 26 mins

Chris Mannix talks to new Washington Wizards head coach Brian Keefe about taking over as head coach mid season, how he sees the teams rebuild going, the squad's young French players, and what role Jordan Poole will have on the team next seasonAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

T-Wolves High Expectations & Kenny Smith

Aug 27 2024 40 mins

Chris Mannix is joined by Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic to discuss what is going on with the ownership of the Timberwoves and the title hopes for the team heading into next season. We also speak to NBA vet and 'Inside the NBA' host on the show ending at TNT after next season, USA basketball, and the CelticsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-O