On another loaded show, Zach begins with the biggest news from the weekend, including the Warriors' transactions (1:39). Then, Fred Katz joins to discuss the most interesting rookie deal extensions (8:25). What will the Hawks do with Dyson Daniels? What about the two Denver guys? And they take a closer look at who might have cap space next summer. To close the show, comedian Gary Gulman stops by to talk life (55:46): Come for the discussion on childhood and anxiety, stay for the 'Price Is Right' and 1981 Eastern Conference finals takes! Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Fred Katz and Gary Gulman Producers: Jesse Aron and Victoria Valencia Get started today at HubSpot.com/AI Unfold more with the new Galaxy Z Fold7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach begins by reacting to a few news and notes from the basketball world (1:52) before quickly pivoting to a late-night Mets Corner with Sean Fennessey (9:52) as the team’s playoff hopes hang in the balance. Then, Zach is joined by a special guest, Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle (32:05), for a wide-ranging conversation as training camp draws near: They talk about his reflections on Game 7 of the NBA Finals, his expectations for this year, and his place in coaching history. Plus, along the way, the two discuss the zoo around games, WWE, and the time Carlisle fought a TV … and the TV won?  Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Sean Fennessey and Rick Carlisle Producers: Jesse Aron and Jonathan Frias Get started today at HubSpot.com/AI Unfold more with the new Galaxy Z Fold7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Ryan joins Zach, and they pick up with the latest intel he’s heard on the Fred VanVleet injury (1:41) before hitting the major topics coming out of training camp, including Anthony Edwards working on his post-up game (10:52). Plus, what are the issues in New York and Philly (18:07)? Then, time to go down memory lane as the pair draft their favorite non-Finals teams of the last 15 years (24:57), covering everything from almost champions to the final Process Sixers to Grit-and-Grind Grizz to whatever the Wizards were! Lastly, everyone’s favorite: Zach Remembers Some Guys (1:02:23). Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Chris Ryan Producers: Jesse Aron and John Richter Get started today at HubSpot.com/AI. Unfold more with the new Galaxy Z Fold7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach and Sam begin with the news surrounding Tyler Herro’s injury (1:51) and talk about what it means for the Heat and how it might affect a possible extension for the seventh-year guard. That leads to a discussion about some of the more interesting veteran extension candidates out there, including KAT (11:55), KD (21:16), Lu Dort (32:11), and much more. Then, a big discussion on Trae Young (37:00): both his extension candidacy AND pseudo-feud with Pat Bev! Finally, Zach welcomes in UConn head coach Dan Hurley to talk about everything covered in his new book, including (51:07): What happened with the Lakers, his intensity on the sideline, and his struggles with mental health over the years. Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Sam Amick and Dan Hurley Producers: Jesse Aron, Victoria Valencia, Steve Ceruti Get started today at HubSpot.com/AI Unfold more with the new Galaxy Z Fold7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach and Rob begin by asking how the Cavs (1:39) and Wolves (13:58) can get over the hump, before wondering if the Pistons can do it with their youth, or with a trade (23:07)? Next, the Eastern Conference presents a unique opportunity for the Knicks (34:09) and Bucks (40:24). They also look at the Clippers as a basketball team first (48:40), and the new details on their controversy second (55:39). The duo end by digging into the Lakers (1:08:12) and Warriors (1:14:19), along with tangents on Lauri Markkanen trades, TV shows, and manual labor! In closing, Sean Fennessey joins (1:19:23) to discuss all things Mets! Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Rob Mahoney and Sean Fennessey Producers: Jesse Aron, Jonathan Frias, and Steve Ceruti Get started today at HubSpot.com/AI Unfold more with the new Galaxy Z Fold7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a brief baseball check-in, Zach and Mo talk teams that may need to revamp their offenses (1:48), starting with the Magic and Knicks (19:40). What can the Lakers do with a full season of Luka Doncic (28:35)? Has the Heat’s offense gone cold (41:17)? Before moving on, Zach weighs in on the latest with Jonathan Kuminga (52:02), before going back with Mo to debate about who should start for the Blazers (1:04:43). Plus, a HIGHLIGHTS LEAGUE?!?, Giannis and Sengun’s war of words, a rant about monthly subscriptions, and much more! Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Mo Dakhil Producers: Jesse Aron, Victoria Valencia, and Steve Ceruti Get started today at HubSpot.com/AI Unfold more with the new Galaxy Z Fold7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We kick off another Zach Lowe Show with the story taking the NBA by storm, the Kawhi Leonard–Clippers scandal (2:03). There's new reporting out today, as well as reactions from the board of governors meeting this week. Next, Zach goes through some news items, including his take on a new rule about end-of-the-quarter heaves (36:28). Spoiler alert: Some booing was done. Then, Bill Simmons comes on for a fun exercise (44:06): picking the 2028 USA men’s basketball team! Who’s in, who’s out, and who did Bill shock Zach with on his roster? Finally, with the Mets' playoff hopes hanging in the balance, a somber Mets Corner with Big Wos (1:12:23) turns into a therapy session. Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Howard Beck, Bill Simmons, and Wosny Lambre Producers: Jesse Aron, Jonathan Frias, and Steve Ceruti Get started today at HubSpot.com/AI Unfold more with the new Galaxy Z Fold7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An eclectic Zach Lowe Show begins with law expert Michael McCann, who comes on to discuss all things Clippers (1:42): Steve Ballmer’s defense, Mark Cuban’s opinion, and what might come next. Then, what up, Beck?! Howard joins the show to talk about two of the newest members of the Hall of Fame, Dwight Howard (35:51) and Carmelo Anthony (52:18). Finally, Zach welcomes in Alan Siegel (1:09:21) to talk about their favorite 'Simpsons' moments and episodes to celebrate Alan’s book, 'Stupid TV, Be More Funny.' Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Michael McCann, Howard Beck, and Alan Siegel Producers: Jesse Aron, Victoria Valencia, and Steve Ceruti Get started today at HubSpot.com/AI Unfold more with the new Galaxy Z Fold7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach and Kirk begin by dissecting the reporting surrounding Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers (1:55): They go through the timeline of events, what people around the league are saying, and what the NBA might do about it. Then they rip through the Cam Thomas qualifying offer (43:59), the P.J. Washington extension (49:44), and yet another All-Star Game format change (55:50). Finally, they close with an early look at who might be in contention for Most Improved Player this season (1:02:52). Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Kirk Goldsberry Producers: Jesse Aron, Jonathan Frias, and Steve Ceruti Get started today at HubSpot.com/AI Unfold more with the new Galaxy Z Fold7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is back from vacation and ready to catch up on what he’s missed, including the Giannis roller coaster (2:19), De’Aaron Fox's (15:46) and Luka Doncic’s extensions (25:18), John Wall’s career (31:44), the latest with Trae Young (36:54), and much more! To close the show, Sean Fennessey and Zach talk Mets (46:22) as we enter the final month of the MLB season. Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Sean Fennessey Producers: Jesse Aron, Victoria Valencia, and Steve Ceruti Get started today at HubSpot.com/AI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach’s most eclectic show yet! First up, Fred Katz joins to talk about the best under-the-radar (1:16) and WTF (25:41) moves of the offseason. Then, Zach needs a TV show to watch as he heads out on vacation! Joanna Robinson comes on (42:22) to give him some recommendations tailor-made for the Lowe household. Next, Zach checks in on Luka, LeBron, and the Lakers (1:07:09), before bringing in Sean Fennessey (1:21:55) to talk about the trade deadline on the latest Mets Corner! Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Fred Katz, Joanna Robinson, and Sean Fennessey Producers: Jesse Aron and Jonathan Frias Get started today at HubSpot.com/AI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What up, Beck?! Howard joins Zach to draft their most intriguing players for this upcoming season (1:20). No rookies or sophomores, no established stars … NO problem! The guys are most intrigued by Ausar Thompson (6:30), Scoot Henderson (32:56), Jalen Green (43:48), and many more! Then, Zach touches on some news around the league, including a cryptic LeBron James-adjacent Instagram post (1:01:08). Lastly, Tim Cato hops on to discuss all things Dallas (1:03:32): Luka’s in shape! Plus, how good can Cooper Flagg be, and how good can the Mavs be this season and beyond? Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Howard Beck and Tim Cato Producers: Jesse Aron and Jonathan Frias Get started today at HubSpot.com/AI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach welcomes Michael Pina to talk tiers of the Eastern Conference (1:17). Which teams can plausibly make the NBA Finals? What teams are tanking? And where does everyone else fall in? Along the way they discuss who they disagree on the most, including the Hawks (3:43), Raptors (46:45), and Bucks (53:38), as well as teams they differ on from consensus, like the Celtics (59:57) and Pacers (1:07:13). Lastly, everyone’s favorite summer segment continues—Mets Corner! (1:14:40) This time featuring John Jastremski! Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Michael Pina and John Jastremski Producers: Jesse Aron, Jonathan Frias Get started today at HubSpot.com/AI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dame is back with the Blazers (1:25). Rob and Zach discuss how it happened, how he fits with this team, and the romanticism of it all. There’s yet another reunion with Chris Paul in L.A. (26:27)—a look back at his career and a look forward at this year’s Clippers squad. Across town, the Lakers also make a move and sign Marcus Smart (39:03). How do Rob and Zach think he’ll fit in purple and gold? Then, Zach addresses the Cam Thomas criticism and discourse (52:53), before taking a deep dive on the Memphis Grizzlies (1:01:09) to close out the show. Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Rob Mahoney Producers: Jesse Aron, Jonathan Frias Get started today at HubSpot.com/AI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach and Mo begin by discussing Bradley Beal joining the Clippers (1:28): L.A.’s new rotation and where this leaves Phoenix. Next, they talk Sixers (24:18), including Paul George’s latest injury news and Joel Embiid’s career retrospective. Then, mini-deep dives on two teams with two very different outlooks: the Spurs (38:27) and Pelicans (51:11). And lastly, it’s the return of Mets Corner with Sean Fennessey, (1:06:53) featuring the All-Star Game, David Wright, and mascots! Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Mo Dakhil and Sean Fennessey Producers: Jesse Aron, Jonathan Frias, and Brian H. Waters Get started today at HubSpot.com/AI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From Las Vegas, Zach welcomes Dan Woike to discuss all things Lakers and LeBron (1:14): What’s the latest, what is each side looking for, and where do the Lakers stack up in the West? Next, Nekias Duncan hops on to talk about the key restricted free agents still not signed, including Quentin Grimes (39:51), Josh Giddey (58:10), Jonathan Kuminga (1:01:57), and Cam Thomas (1:17:07). Lastly, a look at the outlook for the Detroit Pistons (1:27:10) this season and beyond. Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Dan Woike and Nekias Duncan Producers: Jesse Aron and Jonathan Frias Get started today at HubSpot.com/AI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rob Mahoney jumps on first to talk extensions (1:20)—specifically, the difference between Chet Holmgren's and Devin Booker's latest deals. Then they discuss a group of clubs that Zach is labeling WTF are these teams?! This includes the Heat (23:30), Warriors (35:33), Bulls (45:40), Raptors (59:08), and LaMelo Ball’s Hornets (1:08:36). Lastly, Sean Fennessey stops by for Mets Corner (1:24:02) to answer questions, talk baseball, and hear Zach’s Aaron Boone story! Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Rob Mahoney and Sean Fennessey Producers: Jesse Aron and Chris Wohlers Get started today at HubSpot.com/AI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The three most anticipated words in basketball podcasting begin today with reaction to the Norman Powell–John Collins three-team trade (1:16). The guys discuss what this deal does for the Clippers, Heat, Jazz, and possibly Bradley Beal. After having had a few days to think, Zach weighs back in on the Bucks' situation and what it means for Giannis (43:15). The duo also dig into the Lakers: Is there optimism for Ayton (54:43)? And is this another summer of LeBron (1:04:32)? Lastly, reaction to Mike Brown taking the Knicks job (1:23:01) and the latest with Jonathan Kuminga (1:31:06). Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Howard Beck Producers: Jesse Aron, Jonathan Frias, Mike Wargon Get started today at HubSpot.com/AI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by Big Wos to discuss the Milwaukee Bucks signing Myles Turner and waiving Dame Lillard’s contract (1:27), where the Lakers stand after LeBron James opted into his player option (11:04), and how the Nuggets managed to improve their roster by trading for Cam Johnson (35:09). Then John Hollinger joins (52:07) to talk about some emerging teams like the Hawks and Rockets making smart moves this offseason, as well as the reports that Mike Brown is garnering interest for the head coaching vacancy with the New York Knicks (1:15:42). Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Wosny Lambre and John Hollinger Producers: Jesse Aron, Chris Wohlers, Ronak Nair, and Isaiah Blakely Get started today at HubSpot.com/AI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach hops on to quickly discuss what teams and what players we should have our eye on as free agency begins Monday (1:59). Giannis will be tracking what the Bucks will do, and so should we. Who else are the main characters—Bradley Beal? The Celtics guys? LeBron James?? Zach also hits on some of the agreements that have already taken place, a surprising trade today, and much more on the eve of one of the busiest days of the NBA year. Host: Zach Lowe Producer: Jesse Aron The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Get started today at HubSpot.com/AI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices