Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck discuss Game 3 of the NBA Finals, where the San Antonio Spurs defeated the New York Knicks 115–111. What did it take for the Spurs to earn their first win of the series on the road in the hostile environment of Madison Square Garden? Was Game 3 too physical? One host thinks so. Howard Beck, who was in attendance, also shares his firsthand perspective on an epic night at MSG. Plus, the mailbag!

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Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck
Producers: Victoria Valencia, Clifford Augustin, and Jeff Shearin
Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins
Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers

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(00:00) Justin, Rob, and Kyle fire up the mics immediately after Game 2 of the NBA Finals to talk about the Knicks grinding out a 2-0 series lead.

(3:05) The guys discuss the Knicks pulling through despite Jalen Brunson’s struggles, and De’Aaron Fox’s indecisiveness being costly for the Spurs.

(17:04) They also discuss the Knicks’ bench coming through in comparison to the Spurs’ bench before getting into the fact that Karl-Anthony Towns has outplayed Victor Wembanyama through two games and whether or not KAT is having his Dirk Nowitzki moment.

(47:33) The show closes with potential adjustments Mitch Johnson and the Spurs can make heading into Game 3 and beyond.

Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney and J. Kyle Mann

Producers: Jeff Shearin and Ben Cruz

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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Justin, Rob, and Kyle fire up the mics right after the New York Knicks’ huge Game 1 win in the 2026 NBA Finals.
(00:00) - The guys discuss Karl-Anthony Towns’s massive impact on the game, the Knicks’ overall defensive dominance in the second half, and of course, Jalen Brunson’s brilliance to close the game.
(33:38) - They close the show by talking about New York’s physicality on Victor Wembanyama, and adjustments the Spurs can make heading into Game 2.

Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney and J. Kyle Mann
Producers: Jeff Shearin and Ben Cruz
Social: Keith Fujimoto

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The most anticipated pod of the year has made its return: Yes, the Real Ones x Press Box collab that you’ve all been waiting for. Logan is joined by Bryan Curtis and Joel Anderson to break down the NBA broadcast partner power rankings. Find out where the guys ranked the NBC, Amazon, and ESPN studio shows and in-game broadcasts. Plus, Logan, Bryan, and Joel create their dream studio show!

Intro - (00:00)

NBC - (02:20)

Amazon - (22:23)

ESPN - (35:38)

Creating a studio show - (50:43)

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Host: Logan Murdock

Guests: Bryan Curtis and Joel Anderson

Producers: Victoria Valencia, Clifford Augustin, and Jeff Shearin

Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins

Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers

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Justin, Rob, and Kyle kick off the month of June with some NBA Finals talk!
(00:00)

The guys start with a few closing thoughts on Game 7 of the Western Conference finals and ponder potential next steps for the Oklahoma City Thunder, including whether trading Chet Holmgren is a viable option.

Then, they preview the 2026 NBA Finals by breaking down a few variables that may ultimately decide who will be crowned NBA champion, including:

How much has experience mattered/will it matter? (27:41)
What’s different about this year’s Knicks run? (35:14)
What’s the key individual or strategic matchup on the board? (45:04)
Which winning story line is more intriguing? (1:04:50)

They close out the show by making their official predictions for the winner of the series. (1:13:49)

Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, J. Kyle Mann

Producers: Jeff Shearin and Ben Cruz

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Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck are back with another edition of Real Ones and dive right into the Spurs win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals to force Game 7. How will this series be remembered with these two teams who seem to be headed for a future rivalry? Also, have we been giving the Knicks too much credit for seemingly running through a depleted Eastern Conference? Plus, Real One of the Week!

Western Conference Finals Game 6 recap - (02:23)

Spurs-Thunder matchup against Knicks - (32:24)

Lottery reform - (1:04:26)

Real One of the Week - (1:08:28)

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Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck

Producers: Victoria Valencia, Clifford Augustin, and Jeff Shearin

Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins

Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers

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Justin, Rob, and Kyle return to take a closer look at the ongoing Thunder-Spurs series through the lens of OKC’s reputation of getting favorable calls. The guys discuss whether the reputation is warranted, what the perception means for the team, and if it’s being driven by actual people.

They also dive into the Spurs’ struggles in Game 5 and wonder aloud whether Alex Caruso is the secret MVP of this series for Oklahoma City.

The trio close out the show by talking through the Finals-bound New York Knicks. They figure out who on the current roster has made themselves a Knicks fan favorite for life before sorting through their feelings on if they now see Karl-Anthony Towns differently as a player.

(00:00) Intro

(3:52) OKC’s reputation

(34:10) Spurs-OKC 

(57:58) Knicks

Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J.Kyle Mann

Producers: Victoria Valencia and Ben Cruz

Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins

Additional Production Support: Chris Wohlers

Show Art and Graphics: John Richter

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck are back with another edition of Real Ones, and they jump right into the New York Knicks making the Finals for the first time in 27 years! What are their chances of winning the Finals, considering they’re getting even more time to rest while San Antonio and OKC battle it out for the Western Conference? What’s next for the Cavaliers after getting swept by the Knicks? Should they re-sign James Harden following his abysmal conference finals? Do they need a complete overhaul? Plus, a Game 5 Western Conference Finals preview and the mailbag!

Intro - (00:00)

Knicks advance to the NBA Finals - (02:00)

What’s next for the Cavaliers? - (21:32)

Game 5 WCF preview - (52:35)

Mailbag - (55:00)

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Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck

Producers: Victoria Valencia, Clifford Augustin, and Jeff Shearin

Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins

Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers

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Justin, Rob, and Kyle are back after Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals, where the Spurs tied OKC 2-2. They tackle five big questions as the series hits reset. Is Wemby already the greatest player in the league? Who do the Knicks want to win the West? Can the Knicks win it all? The guys answer these questions and more ahead of tonight’s Game 4 between the Knicks and Cavs in the Eastern Conference Finals.

(00:00) Intro
(7:52) Spurs-Thunder
(29:11) Is Wemby already the best in the league?
(52:11) Who are the Knicks rooting for?
(58:56) Knicks-Cavs
(1:02:04) Should LeBron return to the Cavs?

Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann
Producers: Victoria Valencia and Isaiah Blakely
Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins
Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers

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Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck jump right into Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals as the Oklahoma City Thunder regain home-court advantage against the San Antonio Spurs. What did the Thunder do differently to defend Victor Wembanyama? Which Thunder players stepped up in a big way to help secure the victory? Plus, a Game 3 preview of the Eastern Conference Finals and Real One of the Week!
Intro - (00:00)

Thunder Game 3 Victory - (01:48)

Knicks-Cavs Game 3 Preview - (34:40)

Real One of the Week - (49:09)
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Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck
Producers: Victoria Valencia, Clifford Augustin, and Jeff Shearin
Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins
Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers
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No J. Kyle Mann today, so Justin and Rob immediately react to another close game between the Thunder and Spurs. They talk about how the Thunder tied the series, injuries for both teams, and more. Then they briefly talk about the Cavs-Knicks series and what adjustments the Cavs need to make. Then, they wrap up with the news of Jason Kidd getting fired by the Mavericks, and they debut the Offseason Wheel of Destiny!

(00:00) Intro
(2:34) Fan Duel ad break
(3:10) Thunder-Spurs Game 2
(37:56) Fan Duel ad break
(38:51) Cavs-Knicks thoughts
(55:41) Amazon Prime ad break
(56:13) Jason Kidd fired
(1:03:29) Offseason Wheel of Destiny

Hosts: Justin Verrier and Rob Mahoney
Producers: Victoria Valencia and Isaiah Blakely
Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins
Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers
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