Open Floor: SI's NBA Show

Epizodes

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  The Lakers Shocking $12B Sale & The NBA Starts The Schedule Release 13.08.2026 1h 1min

  SI's Liam McKeone and Blake Silverman get into the shocking sale of the Los Angeles Lakers just one year after Mark Walter purchased the team. We also get into Russell Westbrook calling it a career after a memorable 18-year career, and the NBA beginning to release its 2026–27 schedule, including marquee games and matchups to watch for.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  Who Got Better or Worse & The Pelicans’ Uneventful Offseason 07.08.2026 59min

  SI's Liam McKeone and Blake Silverman fill in for Chris Mannix as they take a look at whether the Pistons and Timberwolves got better or worse after some major trades, why the Pelicans didn't make any roster moves this offseason, and some under-the-radar moves we liked.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  Inside Tom Dundon's Cheap Standoff With Portland (w/ Bill Oram) 30.07.2026 34min

  Chris Mannix is joined by The Oregonian's Bill Oram to break down the latest on new Blazers owner Tom Dundon and his standoff with the city of Portland over the cost of renovating the team's arena. They also discuss whether the Blazers relocating is even possible and whether the previous ownership group deserves some blame for letting this happen.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  The Dust Settles on Decision 3.0 & the LeBron Losers’ Next Moves (w/ Rachel Nichols) 28.07.2026 1h

  Chris Mannix & Rachel Nichols break down why LeBron chose the 76ers as his next team and the dynamic that may form throughout the season. We also discuss what the Heat will do after losing out on LeBron and whether the Warriors will decide to blow it up after this season.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  LeBron James Signs with the Philadelphia 76ers 24.07.2026 33min

  Chris Mannix and Evan Turner break down the breaking news of LeBron James signing with the Sixers as they hear about it live on the podcast before getting Evan's thoughts on his former team, the Portland Trail Blazers, and the long list of cost-cutting moves under new owner Tom Dundon.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  Blazers Owner Remains Cheap on Arena Deal & Sam Presti's Interesting Trade (w/ Rachel Nichols) 21.07.2026 42min

  Chris Mannix & Rachel Nichols break down why LeBron James' family may influence the choice of his next team more than people think, why the Portland Trail Blazers' new owner is playing hardball with the city over arena renovations, and what Sam Presti's latest trade says about the Thunder's plans for the future.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  LeBron's Decision 3.0 & MORE Cap Circumvention? (w/ Rachel Nichols) 16.07.2026 1h

  Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down the latest on LeBron's next destination and why it may be none of the favorites currently being floated. They also discuss the recent grumblings about team building and the second apron, as well as Gary Trent Jr. joining Kawhi Leonard as the latest possible salary cap circumvention violator.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  Luka's Lakers, Toxic Assets, and Three-Dimensional Chess (w/ Rachel Nichols) 09.07.2026 1h 7min

  Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols dive headfirst into a wild alternate NBA reality to break down the fallout of a shocking blockbuster trade that sent Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Paul George and draft capital. They unpack the high-stakes sweepstakes surrounding LeBron James' departure from the Los Angeles Lakers, parsing through Rich Paul's infamous "magical whiteboard" and a potential return to Cleveland. Plus, they examine the Lakers' immediate and costly pivot to surround Luka Dončić with elite size by paying a massive premium for center Walker Kessler, before wrapping up with a look at Donovan Mitchell’s mega-extension with the Cavaliers and Nikola Jokić's subtle leverage play against the Denver Nuggets.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  The Truth Behind the Celtics Trading Jaylen Brown (w/ Jay King) 07.07.2026 35min

  Senior Writer Chris Mannix is joined by The Athletic's Jay King to break down the Boston Celtics' first press conference following the blockbuster Jaylen Brown trade. After hearing from Brad Stevens and the Celtics' front office, they examine why Boston decided to move on from JB, what the team revealed about its championship outlook, and how Paul George fits into the franchise's future.The two also discuss the salary cap challenges that shaped the decision, whether the Celtics believed their championship window with Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown had closed, and what comes next for one of the NBA's most talked-about teams.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  Breaking Down the Celtics' Stunning Jaylen Brown Trade (w/ Evan Turner) 02.07.2026 31min

  Chris Mannix and Evan Turner react to the Celtics' stunning decision to trade Jaylen Brown to the 76ers for Paul George and a handful of draft picks, breaking down why the move has sparked so much backlash in Boston and whether it can actually make the Celtics better. They also discuss what this means for Jayson Tatum, how Brown fits alongside Joel Embiid in Philadelphia, and where Boston goes from here after one of the biggest trades in recent NBA history.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  Lakers Spend Big On Free Agency & Other Major Moves (w/ Grant Liffmann) 01.07.2026 36min

  Chris Mannix and Grant Liffmann break down the major free-agent signings made by the Los Angeles Lakers after the departure of LeBron James, including the massive price they paid for Walker Kessler. They also get into the Hornets quickly rebuilding their roster after making the play-in, why Kawhi Leonard was traded back to the Raptors, and why teams aren't making a play for Jaylen Brown.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  LeBron Leaves the Lakers & Ja Morant Traded (w/ Evan Turner) 30.06.2026 40min

  Chris Mannix and Evan Turner break down LeBron James' decision to leave the Los Angeles Lakers and speculate on whether he'll take less money to sign with a team like the Warriors. They also discuss what the Blazers might do with their crowded roster after trading for Ja Morant and where Jalen Duren might land after contract talks with the Pistons fell apart.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  Breaking Down the LaMelo Ball Trade & Brown For Mobley? (w/ Evan Turner) 26.06.2026 54min

  Chris Mannix and Evan Turner break down the risks the Charlotte Hornets and Minnesota Timberwolves took when they dealt LaMelo Ball in exchange for Naz Reid and a slew of picks, why they strongly disagree about a possible trade swapping Jaylen Brown for Evan Mobley, and whether the Heat will be able to compete for a title after trading away half their roster for Giannis.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  The Giannis Trade Saga Is Over While Jaylen Brown's Begins (w/ Rachel Nichols) 24.06.2026 47min

  Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down the Wizards taking AJ Dybantsa first overall, whether the Miami Heat and Milwaukee Bucks should feel they got enough in return after sending Giannis to South Beach, and how much Jaylen Brown feels slighted after it was confirmed that the Celtics were willing to include him in a trade for Giannis.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  The Knicks Masterful Run & a Giannis Conclusion Looms (w/ Rachel Nichols) 16.06.2026 49min

  Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down how the Knicks' carefully built roster was able to win it all and whether Jalen Brunson is the most improbable superstar of all time. They also get into what Victor Wembanyama should focus on next after the first major loss of his career and where Giannis will end up as the Bucks' NBA draft deadline for trading him approaches.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  How Do the Spurs Get Over That Epic Collapse? (w/ Evan Turner) 12.06.2026 35min

  Chris Mannix and Evan Turner share their thoughts on the bevy of mistakes that led to the Knicks completing the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history and break down OG Anunoby's ascension, as well as whether the Spurs can recover from the loss and make this a series.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  Reacting to the Knicks' Historic 29-Point Comeback 11.06.2026 14min

  Chris Mannix breaks down how the Knicks came back from a 29-point deficit in the second half of their Game 4 win over the Spurs, what happened in the locker room at halftime, why OG Anunoby is the MVP of this series, and what costly mistakes the Spurs made that cost them the game.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  Spurs Have the Momentum After Altering Strategy In Game 3 (w/ Rachel Nichols) 10.06.2026 47min

  Chris Mannix & Rachel Nichols break down how the Spurs were able to take Game 3 against the Knicks by ditching the bad three-pointers and focusing on getting to the paint. They also get into whether fans being priced out of the Finals led to the underwhelming Knicks crowd, Stephon Castle's veteran-like performance, and whether San Antonio can continue its momentum in Game 4.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  How It Feels To Be A Knicks Fan 08.06.2026 27min

  Chris Mannix sits down with his longtime friend Alex, a long-suffering Knicks fan, to talk about New York's magical run to the Finals, the team's past failures, and what will happen to the city if they win.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  Knicks Bully the Spurs to Go Up 2-0 (w/ Evan Turner) 06.06.2026 45min

  Chris Mannix and Evan Turner break down how the Knicks used their more experienced roster to take two wins in San Antonio against the Spurs, why Wemby looks gassed against a New York team led by narrative-changing performances from Mikal Bridges and Karl-Anthony Towns.Sponsored by: Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code 'OPENFLOOR' Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy