Zach is joined by John Hollinger to once again look at the punishment given to the Clippers and question whether maybe they got off easy. Then, they look at the players eligible for rookie extensions and share what they think will happen. Then, Mike Schur comes on to explain how fandom works in sports, discuss writing the infamous basketball scene in ‘The Office’ and even rank fruit.

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

(1:43) John Hollinger joins the show!

(4:01) Did the Clippers get off easy?

(13:28) Why did the Clippers even bother doing this?

(25:00) Extension eligible rookies

(1:03:17) Mike Schur joins the show!

(1:13:36) Is it possible to become a fan later in life?

(1:14:42) How Tom Hanks became an Aston Villa fan

(1:37:33) Zach ranks his top five fruits

(1:45:20) Writing the basketball scene in ‘The Office’

Host: Zach Lowe

Guests: John Hollinger and Mike Schur

Producers: Jonathan Frias, Billy Gil, and Mike Wargon

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Zach is joined by Kirk Goldsberry and Michael McCann to break down the massive punishment given to the Los Angeles Clippers. They run through the report and share their takeaways on the entire situation. Then, Sean Fennessey joins for a late-season edition of Mets Corner!

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

(1:41) Kirk Goldsberry and Michael McCann join the show!

(6:00) This is the biggest punishment from the league ever

(14:54) Let’s look back at how all this started

(31:27) This could be Steve Ballmer’s legacy

(37:24) Kawhi didn’t receive much of a punishment

(51:20) Mets Corner with Sean Fennessey

(52:44) Mets look better but still far from perfect

(1:01:13) Things that have gone right for the Mets

(1:12:13) Things that have gone wrong

Host: Zach Lowe

Guests: Kirk Goldsberry, Michael McCann, and Sean Fennessey

Producers: Jonathan Frias, Billy Gil, and Mike Wargon

Social: Keith Fujimoto and Michael Szokoli

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Zach is joined by Jon Krawczynski to break down what the next season will hold for the Minnesota Timberwolves with LaMelo Ball and Jonathan Kuminga. Then, Mo Dakhil comes on to answer five big questions about the upcoming NBA season.

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

(1:17) Jon Krawczynski joins the show!

(7:57) What is the Timberwolves’ ceiling?

(17:46) Can this team compete with the Thunder or Spurs?

(26:38) Will Kuminga be useful in the half-court offense?

(33:07) Entertaining kids on vacation

(37:57) Mo Dakhil joins the show!

(40:50) Unwritten rules in baseball are stupid

(43:20) Big questions for next season!

(44:04) What Western Conference team can insert itself into the top six?

(1:03:47) Most exciting potential playoff race

(1:15:01) Who could win Most Improved Player?

Host: Zach Lowe

Guests: Jon Krawczynski and Mo Dakhil

Producers: Jonathan Frias, Billy Gil, and Mike Wargon

Social: Keith Fujimoto and Michael Szokoli

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Zach is joined by Rob Mahoney to cover all the news they missed while on vacation. They discuss Bennedict Mathurin going to the Pelicans, Kawhi’s latest, and Peyton Watson going to the Cavs. Plus, they cover Klay Thompson signing with the Heat and Russell Westbrook announcing his retirement. Then, James Surowiecki joins to break down the ins and outs of the Lakers sale.

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

(1:27) Rob Mahoney joins the show!

(1:51) Pelicans sign Bennedict Mathurin

(10:08) What the hell is happening with Kawhi Leonard?

(20:09) Cavs acquire Peyton Watson in sign-and-trade with Nuggets

(33:24) What does this trade do for the Cavs?

(45:01) Klay Thompson signs with Miami Heat

(52:53) Russell Westbrook retires

(1:09:45) James Surowiecki on the sale of the Lakers

(1:31:08) Where does this end for Mark Walter?

(1:39:19) Has this affected fans' access to games?

Host: Zach Lowe

Guests: Rob Mahoney and James Surowiecki

Producers: Jonathan Frias, Billy Gil, and Mike Wargon

Social: Keith Fujimoto and Michael Szokoli

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Zach is once again joined by Kirk Goldsberry as they continue to rank the 10 players under the most pressure next season. They begin by debating Anthony Edwards vs. Tyrese Haliburton, before continuing their rankings and revealing the player they think is facing the most pressure.

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

(1:42) Kirk Goldsberry joins the show!

(2:18) Anthony Edwards vs. Tyrese Haliburton

(8:47) Pressure on Jaylen Brown playing without Tatum?

(25:47) Joel Embiid is out of excuses

(38:53) The Lakers are Luka’s team now

(44:22) Jalen Williams has to be more available than last season

Host: Zach Lowe

Guest: Kirk Goldsberry

Producers: Oscar De La Luz, Billy Gil, and Mike Wargon

Social: Keith Fujimoto and Michael Szokoli

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Zach is joined by Kirk Goldsberry for a two-part special looking at the 10 players under the most pressure next season. In Part 1, they reveal the first half of their list and close the episode by discussing whether the Pacers should feel pressure next season.

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

(1:31) Kirk Goldsberry joins the show!

(9:12) Players under the most pressure next season

(16:19) This season could define Chet Holmgren’s career

(30:19) De'Aaron Fox needs to bounce back following his playoff struggles

(40:03) How will Jayson Tatum fare without Jaylen Brown?

(51:27) Should the Pacers be feeling pressure?

Host: Zach Lowe

Guest: Kirk Goldsberry

Producers: Oscar De La Luz, Billy Gil, and Mike Wargon

Social: Keith Fujimoto and Michael Szokoli

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Zach is joined by Mo Dakhil to dive back into LeBron James signing with the 76ers and discuss what they expect from this team. Then, they throw out some fun Steph Curry trades before previewing what to expect from some Western Conference teams. Then, Sean Fennessey joins for Mets Corner to debate what the Mets should be planning ahead of the trade deadline.

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

(1:42) Mo Dakhil joins the show!

(8:32) This is the most fun LeBron outcome

(12:54) The Warriors are the biggest losers of the offseason

(27:27) Fun hypothetical Steph Curry trades

(35:34) Let’s take a look at the Trail Blazers

(48:08) What should Suns fans expect this season?

(55:23) Is the Nuggets' window closed?

(1:05:42) Mets Corner with Sean Fennessey!

(1:09:34) Who are the Mets' untouchables?

(1:20:37) Should the Mets be trying to trade for MLB-ready talent?

(1:29:20) Zach’s first pitch at Citi Field

Host: Zach Lowe

Guests: Mo Dakhil and Sean Fennessey

Producers: Oscar De La Luz, Billy Gil, and Mike Wargon

Social: Keith Fujimoto and Michael Szokoli

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LeBron James has signed with the Philadelphia 76ers! Zach is joined by Chris Ryan and Michael Pina to break down what this signing means. They discuss if this makes Philly a title contender, whether Embiid could be traded, and how this offense will function with so many options. 

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

(1:42) Chris Ryan and Michael Pina join the show!

(8:41) Does this make Philly a title contender? 

(26:05) This offense is going to work

(32:43) Should they consider trading Embiid? 

(44:30) It feels weird for LeBron to be on the 76ers

(51:07) Is this the best starting five in the league now? 

(1:07:40) More likely to win a title or lose in the first round? 

Host: Zach Lowe

Guests: Chris Ryan and Michael Pina

Producers: Jonathan Frias, Billy Gil, and Mike Wargon

Social: Keith Fujimoto and Michael Szokoli

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Zach is joined by Grant Liffmann to once again ponder what is happening with LeBron James. Then, they draft the 10 most interesting extension candidates and share their honorable mentions.

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

(1:33) Grant Liffmann joins the show!

(2:11) Still on LeBron watch

(6:23) Keyonte George

(12:48) Anthony Davis

(18:56) Zion Williamson

(22:22) Rudy Gobert

(26:12) Dejounte Murray

(30:05) Michael Porter Jr.

(40:51) Ausar Thompson

(45:39) Pascal Siakam

(49:16) Brandin Podziemski

(54:45) Jaylen Wells

(57:44) Honorable mentions

Host: Zach Lowe

Guest: Grant Liffman

Producers: Jonathan Frias, Billy Gil, and Mike Wargon

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Zach is joined by Rob Mahoney to discuss the news, or lack thereof, of LeBron James's free agency decision. Then, it’s time for the relegation zone draft where they rank the most intriguing teams that may find themselves in the relegation zone next season.

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

(1:33) Rob Mahoney joins the show!

(6:00) LeBron is still good enough to fit with any team

(8:15) The relegation zone draft

(9:47) Memphis Grizzlies

(17:44) New Orleans Pelicans

(27:44) Chicago Bulls

(34:47) Thoughts on the free throw rule in summer league?

(36:45) Dallas Mavericks

(52:05) Washington Wizards

(1:01:56) Brooklyn Nets

(1:07:20) Los Angeles Clippers

(1:12:26) Sacramento Kings

(1:18:21) Milwaukee Bucks

Host: Zach Lowe

Guest: Rob Mahoney

Producers: Jonathan Frias, Billy Gil, and Mike Wargon

Social: Keith Fujimoto and Michael Szokoli

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Fresh off Adam Silver’s press conference, Zach is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to react to updates on Kawhi Leonard. Plus, they discuss LeBron landing spots, Wemby’s new contract, and the altercation between Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro. Finally, Sean Fennessey stops by for an All-Star break edition of Mets Corner!

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

(1:21) Kirk Goldsberry joins the show!

(1:43) Adam Silver’s update on Kawhi Leonard

(10:28) On Gary Trent Jr.’s contract

(13:59) How did we get here with Kawhi?

(20:04) Is free agency less explosive?

(25:22) LeBron thoughts

(32:10) Wemby’s new contract

(37:46) Bam Adebayo-Tyler Herro altercation

(47:39) Most underrated and inexplicable moves of the offseason

(1:02:53) Mets Corner with Sean Fennessey!

(1:05:52) Could Lindor be traded?

(1:22:22) What should the Mets do at the deadline?

(1:29:04) What are the biggest lows of the season?

Host: Zach Lowe

Guests: Kirk Goldsberry and Sean Fennessey

Producers: Jonathan Frias, Billy Gil, and Mike Wargon

Social: Keith Fujimoto and Michael Szokoli

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