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Open Floor: SI's NBA Show

SI NBA
Los Angeles Lakers
Boston Celtics
NBA
Bronny James
Dallas Mavericks
NBA Playoffs
Paul George
Lebron James
Jason Tatum
Jalen Brown
Los Angeles Clippers
New York Knicks
NBA Draft Combine
Philadelphia 76ers
USC Basketball
Celtics
Pacers
NBA Finals
Luka Doncic
WNBA

From the NBA Draft to the playoffs and back again, Chris Mannix, Rachel Nichols, and Evan Turner take 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.

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Recent Guests

Evan Turner
10-year NBA veteran and former number two overall pick
Episode: Under the Radar Underperformers (w/ Evan Turner)
Kevin Harlan
Iconic sports broadcaster and play-by-play commentator
Amazon
Episode: Kevin Harlan Is Your Fave Announcer's Fave Announcer
Rachel Nichols
Sports journalist and sports commentator
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Episode: What Really Happened: The Luka Doncic Trade
Chris Fedor
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Episode: Can The Cavs Reach 70 Wins? (w/ Chris Fedor)
Jovan Buha
A sports journalist covering the Lakers for The Athletic and creator of Buha's Block on YouTube.
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Episode: The Lakers are Rolling Post Luka Trade (w/ Jovan Buha)
Nick Gallo
Long-time team reporter and sideline reporter with the Oklahoma City Thunder
Oklahoma City Thunder
Episode: How The Thunder Climbed to the Top of the West (w/ Nick Gallo)
Mark Medina
Sportswriter and analyst for various sports outlets
Sportskeeda, Sporting Tribune, Fox Sports Radio
Episode: Cavs/Celtics & Sixers Confront Embiid
Lauri Markkanen
Former NBA All-Star with Utah Jazz
Utah Jazz
Episode: Over/Under Win Totals w/ Rohan Nadkarni & Lauri Markkanen Interview

Hosts

Chris Mannix
Host of Open Floor and Senior Writer at Sports Illustrated, he brings seasoned insights into the NBA, leveraging his experience to dissect player performances and team strategies.
Rachel Nichols
Veteran sports journalist and Senior Writer, known for her insightful coverage of the NBA, bringing a wealth of experience and a unique perspective to the discussion.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 3.5k ratings
  • Laker talk.

    You need to spend the whole pod on the lakers. Come ON ! There is no other news in theNBA. According to you. 👍🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cabo rave
    United States5 months ago
  • The NBA is complex…

    If you like simple NBA analysis like “Put ball in hoop” this is the pod for you…

    If you care about theory or process go check out Hot Hand Theory

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    LanceThomasSTAN
    United States6 months ago
  • Fun

    Great pod!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Colton’sroed
    United States8 months ago
  • There is only a handful of nba teams. As usual with you.

    You must be over the moon. Finally you can gush over your lakers. There is actually something going on…. Now you can be the boring GET UP guys over and over and over.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    cabo rave
    United States9 months ago
  • Rachel is smart

    Podcast Addict
    5
    gpkos2018
    10 months ago

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Kevin Harlan Is Your Fave Announcer's Fave Announcer
Q: What do you expect from Amazon as they begin their NBA broadcasts?
Harlan expresses confidence in Amazon's potential, highlighting the innovative and creative team assembled to cover the NBA, reminiscent of the early days of Fox covering the NFL.
Kevin Harlan Is Your Fave Announcer's Fave Announcer
Q: How do you balance your knowledge for both the NBA and the NFL?
Harlan maintains a strict daily and weekly routine for preparation, which includes watching tapes, critiquing previous broadcasts, and staying organized with notes and schedules.
Kevin Harlan Is Your Fave Announcer's Fave Announcer
Q: So when you get the call from Amazon Prime, what's your first reaction?
Initially, Harlan was ready to conclude his broadcasting career after his long run at Turner Sports, but was pleasantly surprised and honored by Amazon's invitation to join their team.
The NBA Is Back On NBC (w/ Michael Grady)
Q: What is the biggest storyline going into this NBA season for you?
There are multiple storylines, but a key one is the emergence of the Oklahoma City Thunder as a team that could dominate in the playoffs.
The NBA Is Back On NBC (w/ Michael Grady)
Q: Was calling games always the end goal for you?
Yes, it was always a dream to be a play-by-play announcer, influenced heavily by legendary broadcasts like Bob Costas' calls during Michael Jordan's era.

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The episodes primarily center around the latest developments, news, and analyses within the NBA, providing a dynamic look into team strategies, player performances, and major events such as trades and injuries. Hosts discuss various player statistics and MVP races, with a particular emphasis on popular teams like the Los Angeles Lakers and the Milwaukee Bucks, while also addressing team shortcomings and potential future trades. Unique commentary often weaves in personal reflections from the hosts, allowing listeners to gain a deeper understanding of both the game and its intricacies.

Listeners can expect in-depth discussions that highlight both current player dynamics and the broader implications of team strategies across all aspects of th... more

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