Open Floor: SI's NBA Show

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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. 

  • 50 minutes 52 seconds
    Giannis Trade Intensifies & Chris Paul's Abrupt Exit From L.A.

    Rachel Nichols and Evan Turner break down LeBron's streak of scoring over ten points in a game coming to an end before getting into the intensifying Giannis trade rumors and how the rest of the season may play out for him. We also discuss what exactly happened for the Clippers to end their reunion with Chris Paul so abruptly and why the new U.S.A. vs. the world all star format may leave some big names out of the mix


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    5 December 2025, 8:56 pm
  • 47 minutes 48 seconds
    Clippers Sink Deeper While the Lakers Take Off (w/ Rachel Nichols)

    Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss what desperate moves the Clippers might make as their season slips away further, if the Lakers will add another center to pair with their thriving big 3, if the Hawks will remain patient and stick with Trae Young through this season, and what has gone wrong with the average Cavaliers this season


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    2 December 2025, 9:00 am
  • 58 minutes 34 seconds
    Our Quarter Season NBA Awards (w/ Rachel Nichols)

    Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the Klay Thompson vs. Ja Morant feud before debating our quarter season awards for the league so far including MVP, coach of the year, rookie of the year, most improved, sixth man, and more


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    25 November 2025, 9:00 am
  • 53 minutes 43 seconds
    AD & LaMelo Involved In Very Different Trade Rumors (w/ Evan Turner)

    Chris Mannix and Evan Turner break down how the Sacramento Kings have given up sixteen games into the season and what they should do with some talented roster pieces. We also get Evan's take on the red hot Raptors, how the Clippers continue to underperform in every way, if Anthony Davis could be shopped following his return from injury, and if LaMelo can be a franchise player outside of Charlotte



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    21 November 2025, 6:14 pm
  • 43 minutes 15 seconds
    The Raptors Rebuild Is Working & Ja Morant Trade Candidates (w/ Rachel Nichols)

    Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down the surprising Toronto Raptors finally putting it together after years of moves following the departure of Kawhi Leonard, what moves are left for the Pelicans this season after the firing of head coach Willie Green, and what teams should think about trading for Ja Morant as the situation continues to worsen in Memphis



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    19 November 2025, 6:19 pm
  • 47 minutes 47 seconds
    Jokic vs. SGA MVP Race & The Mavs Hitting Restart? (w/ Evan Turner)

    Chris Mannix and Evan Turner break down the unreal play of Nikola Jokic and wonder if if averaging anther triple double will be enough to beat out SGA and the 70 win Thunder for the MVP award. We also discuss if the Mavs will blow it up post Nico Harrison or wait until Kyrie Irving is back from injury, and what is going on with the underperforming Warriors this season


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    14 November 2025, 9:00 am
  • 55 minutes 16 seconds
    Dissecting The Mavericks Train Wreck (w/ Rachel Nichols)

    Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down the Cade Cunningham led, red hot Detroit Pistons, why the aging Clippers have limped out of the gate to start the season, how the hopeful Mavericks have gone downhill so fast this season, and more


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    11 November 2025, 3:50 pm
  • 46 minutes 53 seconds
    Ja Morant’s Mess, Dallas Woes & Boston’s Rollercoaster Start (w/ Evan Turner)

    Chris Mannix is joined by former NBA player Evan Turner for a wide-ranging conversation on the latest around the league. The two dive into the ongoing saga surrounding Ja Morant, how coaches should manage player drama in today’s NBA, and what’s really behind the Dallas Mavericks’ struggles. Plus, Evan shares his thoughts on what’s going on with the Boston Celtics and how they can get back on track.

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    7 November 2025, 5:27 pm
  • 50 minutes 16 seconds
    Zion Injured...Again & What Is Going On With Ja? (w/ Rachel Nichols)

    Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols dive into the latest injury for Zion Williamson and how his injury will affect the struggling Pelicans. They also discuss the Miliwaukee Bucks and what Giannis' future could be with the Bucks, how impressive Ryan Rollins has been for Miliwaukee this season. Finally, Chris and Rachel react to the Ja Morant situation in Memphis and if there is a possibility that the Grizzlies could look to trade him.

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    5 November 2025, 4:16 pm
  • 50 minutes 38 seconds
    NBA Surprises & Disappointments So Far (w/ Evan Turner)

    Chris Mannix and Evan Turner break down some of the biggest surprises after the first week of the season and get into how the Miami Heat are winning with a new roster, why the Orlando Magic's new additions haven't put it together yet, the Sixers remaining undefeated behind their young guards, and the dismal situation already happening in New Orleans


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    31 October 2025, 4:20 pm
  • 51 minutes 40 seconds
    Wemby's Unreal Start & Boston's Playoff Despair (w/ Rachel Nichols)

    Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down how the stellar Austin Reaves and Deandre Ayton will have to lead a Lakers team in a stretch without Luka & LeBron. We also discuss Wemby's early hall of fame level play, the Spurs young core, and why the winless Celtics may not want to make the play in to cash in on a loaded draft

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    28 October 2025, 8:00 am
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