Open Floor: SI's NBA Show

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  Adam Silver's Biggest Presser Ever & NBA Trade-ability Odds (w/ Rachel Nichols) 14.09.2026 1sa 8dk

  Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down what Adam Silver will be asked about most at his post–Board of Governors press conference following the conclusion of the Clippers’ Aspiration investigation, before getting into the big names who always find themselves in trade rumors and the likelihood that they could be dealt.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  Jayson Tatum’s Breakout Season, The Post-Kawhi Clippers & Surprise East Contenders (w/ Evan Turner) 11.09.2026 54dk

  Chris Mannix is joined by 10-year NBA veteran Evan Turner to break down all the biggest storylines heading into training camp. They react to Jaylen Brown’s boxing debut in Nigeria and delve into the heavy long-term fallout from the NBA’s historic sanctions against Steve Ballmer and the Clippers. Plus, the guys preview Jayson Tatum’s upcoming season in Boston without Jaylen Brown, examine how Ivica Zubac fits alongside Tyrese Haliburton in Indiana, and break down their biggest surprise sleeper teams for the 2026–27 season.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  Can The Clippers Recover From Landmark Penalties? (w/ Rachel Nichols) 09.09.2026 47dk

  Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols return to break down the fallout from the NBA’s historic sanctions against the Clippers following the Kawhi Leonard investigation. Plus, Nikola Jokić declines a contract extension in Denver for the second straight summer, the Cavs lock up Donovan Mitchell while adding James Harden, and Russell Westbrook officially calls it a career after 18 seasons.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  Unpacking The Biggest Punishment In NBA History (w/ Rachel Nichols) 03.09.2026 46dk

  Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols return to break down the NBA finally unveiling its punishment for the Los Angeles Clippers and owner Steve Ballmer’s role in the Kawhi Leonard Aspiration scandal. We get into how Pablo Torre’s reporting was the catalyst for the investigation, what the NBA’s own investigation found, whether the Clippers can ever recover from this, and whether Ballmer will sell the team.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  Kuminga Signs with Minnesota & Our 2026 Breakout Candidates 28.08.2026 50dk

  SI's Liam McKeone and Blake Silverman break down Jonathan Kuminga signing a prove-it deal with Minnesota and how much he can help a Timberwolves team desperate for forward depth. We also get into some of our candidates for young players who could break out in 2026–27.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  Lakers Sale Drama Gets Messier & More Offseason Trades 20.08.2026 53dk

  SI's Liam McKeone and Blake Silverman break down how Mark Walter's legal troubles and Jeannie Buss refusing to sell the team could impact the purchase of the Lakers. We also get into the Cavs upgrading their roster by trading Dennis Schröder, as well as the offseason signings we're still waiting on.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  The Lakers Shocking $12B Sale & The NBA Starts The Schedule Release 13.08.2026 1sa 1dk

  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 59dk

  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 34dk

  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 1sa

  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 33dk

  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 42dk

  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 1sa

  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 1sa 7dk

  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 35dk

  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 31dk

  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 36dk

  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 40dk

  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 54dk

  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 47dk

  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