Zach is joined by Wosny Lambre to reveal his most interesting player combos and lineups to watch at the end of the season. Then, Zach shares his Random Thoughts on the NBA! Finally, Zach and Wos discuss which playoff races are the most exciting to watch and debate which awards are already locked up.

(0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!

(2:45) Wosny Lambre joins the show!

(4:04) Lineups and player combos we most want to see

(15:38) Tatum and Brown continue to jell

(20:20) The Nuggets' defense is terrible

(37:00) Zach’s Random Thoughts on the NBA!

(52:44) Which playoff race are you most excited about?

(1:00:22) Does SGA have MVP locked up?

(1:06:58) How close are Kon Knueppel and Cooper Flagg for ROY?

(1:21:02) Let's run through All-NBA teams

Host: Zach Lowe

Guest: Wosny Lambre

Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil

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Zach is joined by Brian Scalabrine to recap the Celtics' win over the Thunder. Then, they discuss how close Wemby is to being the best in the league before sorting through the middle of the Eastern Conference. Then, Moussa Diabaté joins to talk about his nickname, LaMelo Ball, and what the future holds for the Hornets.

(0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!

(2:20) Brian Scalabrine joins the show!

(3:19) Thoughts on OKC-BOS

(17:50) Do the Thunder need to tighten their rotation

(20:47) MVP thoughts

(31:18) Let’s talk about the Knicks defense

(36:57) Should we believe in Cleveland?

(41:07) Sorting through the rest of the East

(52:06) What are we supposed to make of this Giannis situation?

(58:30) Is there a tanking fix you like?

(1:08:07) Do you believe in the Denver Nuggets?

(1:15:33) Moussa Diabaté joins the show!

(1:16:12) Do you like the Moose nickname?

(1:19:58) On the brawl with the Pistons

(1:25:56) On LaMelo Ball

(1:28:44) How has fasting for Ramadan changed things for you?

(1:32:38) Do you have your sights set on playing for France at the L.A. Olympics?

Host: Zach Lowe

Guests: Brian Scalabrine and Moussa Diabaté

Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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Zach is joined by Mo Dakhil to discuss the biggest stories around the league, including Jalen Williams's return and who they believe should win the MVP. Then, they try to make sense of a messy East before revealing their All-Rookie selections. Finally, Tate Frazier comes on to preview all eight Sweet 16 matchups.

(0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!

(2:10) Mo Dakhil joins the show

(3:00) Jalen Williams returns

(13:48) Lakers' win streak comes to an end

(23:44) MVP race preview

(33:28) Can we make sense of the East?

(50:03) All-Rookie team selections

(1:07:32) Tate Frazier joins the show to preview the Sweet 16!

(1:09:30) Thursday’s Sweet 16 games

(1:21:03) Friday’s Sweet 16 games

Host: Zach Lowe

Guests: Mo Dakhil and Tate Frazier

Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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Zach is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to react to the news that Cade Cunningham has a collapsed lung. Then, they rail against the 65-game requirement to make an All-NBA team before discussing Boston’s threat in the East, what will happen with Giannis, and the contenders in the West.

(0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!

(2:24) Kirk Goldsberry joins the show!

(4:15) The Pistons are suddenly vulnerable

(8:32) The 65-game rule is stupid

(24:46) Boston scares me in the Eastern Conference

(29:50) Giannis and Bucks at odds

(39:44) Lakers have been great

(58:32) What will happen if Houston loses early?

(1:02:47) CAWCAW! The Hawks have won 11-straight games

(1:12:57) Most-improved players

(1:20:18) Quick thoughts on expansion

Host: Zach Lowe

Guest: Kirk Goldsberry

Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil

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Live from New York, it’s The Zach Lowe Show! Zach starts the show by explaining why New York is so special to him (0:00). Then, Howard Beck comes on for a look at the Eastern Conference (5:25) before David Jacoby joins to draft the craziest moments in Knicks history (22:41). Finally, comedian Sam Morril reveals the teams and players he absolutely hates as a Knicks fan (1:04:14).

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Guests: Howard Beck, David Jacoby, and Sam Morril

Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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Zach is joined by Rob Mahoney to break down SGA passing Wilt Chamberlain’s 20-point streak record before sharing their thoughts on Bam Adebayo’s 83-point night. Then, they discuss how the Lakers have looked recently before pivoting to the east. Next, Jon Krawczynski comes on to talk all things Timberwolves and reveal whether he thinks they can right the ship.

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Guests: Rob Mahoney and Jon Krawczynski

Producers: Mike Wargon, Tony Stefanelli, Nick Kosut, and Oscar De La Luz

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Zach is joined by John Hollinger to discuss whether Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has surpassed Nikola Jokic as the league’s best player. Then, they cover Jayson Tatum’s return and reveal their All-Defensive teams. Next, Zach share random thoughts from around the league before Nick Friedell comes on to break down this season for the Warriors, the Jonathan Kuminga split, and what comes next.

(0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!

(2:36) John Hollinger joins the show!

(4:16) Did SGA cement his MVP case last night?

(21:32) Tatum is back!

(35:42) All-Defensive teams

(49:22) Why Victor Wembanyama is the Defensive Player of the Year

(52:58) One nice thing about a tanking team

(56:48) Zach’s random thoughts

(1:09:26) Nick Friedell on the Warriors

(1:16:22) How will this team fare the rest of the season?

(1:26:56) Ready for the Kuminga bowl?

(1:32:42) What does the future hold for the Warriors?

Host: Zach Lowe

Guests: John Hollinger and Nick Friedell

Producers: Mike Wargon and Oscar De La Luz

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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Zach is joined by Chris Ryan to react to the news that Jayson Tatum may be ready to return. Then, they draft the players they love and hate to watch and share their thoughts on Luke Kornet vs. Magic City. Next, voice of the Raptors Jack Armstrong comes on to discuss the Raptors since their title win and what the future holds for this year’s team.

(0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!

(2:27) Chris Ryan joins the show!

(3:02) Jayson Tatum is nearly back

(9:11) Drafting players we love to watch

(48:21) Drafting players we hate to watch

(56:59) Luke Kornet vs. Magic City

(1:04:13) Jack Armstrong joins the show!

(1:06:53) How would you describe the post-title time for the Raptors

(1:19:34) Don’t think I see the roadmap for this team becoming great

(1:31:35) Is Scottie Barnes good enough to be ‘the guy’

Host: Zach Lowe

Guests: Chris Ryan and Jack Armstrong

Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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Zach is joined by Mo Dakhil to discuss Giannis’s return to the lineup and then break down the 6-11 seeds in the Eastern Conference. Then, they head to the West to question if it’s time to begin worrying about the Nuggets and if the Thunder are now the villains of the league.

(0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!

(2:36) Mo Dakhil joins the show!

(3:50) Giannis returns

(13:48) Breaking down the 6-11 seeds in the East

(14:54) Philadelphia 76ers

(23:28) Orlando Magic

(30:15) Miami Heat

(37:49) Atlanta Hawks

(47:26) Charlotte Hornets

(55:19) Which of these teams will actually make the playoffs

(56:50) Are we beginning to worry about the Nuggets?

(1:12:40) Are the Thunder villains now?

(1:16:14) Push-offs are becoming a problem

Host: Zach Lowe

Guest: Mo Dakhil

Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil

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Zach is joined by Tim Legler, who is fresh off calling Thunder-Pistons, to discuss Cade Cunningham’s rise this season. Then, they rank their next-tier MVP players and break down what makes the Spurs so good. Then, Dwyane Wade comes on to talk about his time in Miami, what he’s doing now, and more!

(0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!

(2:08) Tim Legler joins the show!

(10:37) Do the Pistons have enough offense to make it through the postseason?

(20:35) If you had to pick one, would Jaylen Brown or Cade Cunningham be your MVP?

(28:29) Ranking the next tier of MVPs

(51:30) Can the Spurs overcome their inexperience?

(1:14:54) Harden’s fit with the Cavs

(1:19:39) One nice thing about a tanking team

(1:28:32) Dwyane Wade joins the show!

(1:39:47) When did you know LeBron was coming to Miami?

(1:50:04) On becoming "the guy" on the '06 team

(2:01:05) What happened in the 2011 Finals loss?

Host: Zach Lowe

Guests: Tim Legler and Dwyane Wade

Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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Zach is joined by Michael Pina to break down what they learned from Spurs-Pistons. Then, they power rank the middle of the Western Conference before closing the show with a look at Zion Williamson and saying one nice thing about a team that’s tanking.

(0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!

(2:30) Michael Pina joins the show!

(3:38) Spurs were able to handle Pistons physicality

(10:12) This showed why Detroit will struggle to win a title

(22:51) Can teams with no postseason experience win a championship?

(36:33) Power ranking the 3-7 seeds in the west

(39:26) Have the most faith in the Nuggets

(49:55) Minnesota is still dangerous despite their record

(55:31) What has gone wrong with Houston?

(1:07:54) Luka’s complaining has reached new heights

(1:13:38) The State of Zion Williamson

(1:28:18) One nice thing about a tanking team

Host: Zach Lowe

Guest: Michael Pina

Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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