The Zach Lowe Show

Zach is joined by Mo Dakhil to determine who’s on notice following the trade deadline. They discuss how Darius Garland and James Harden fit on their new teams, debate where Kawhi Leonard ranks among the NBA’s best, and challenge the Rockets and Timberwolves.

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

(1:53) Mo Dakhil joins the show!

(2:44) Who’s on notice after the trade deadline?

(3:38) Darius Garland is on notice

(10:54) Kawhi has been playing like the best player in the league

(25:01) The Houston Rockets and their offense is on notice

(35:27) Tanking in the NBA is ugly, and the rules need changing

(53:34) Miami’s front office has been bad

(57:50) Timberwolves need to prove whether they’re a serious contender or not

(1:01:28) Can the refs stop calling fouls when offensive players throw their bodies into defenders?

(1:07:13) What in the world is the Bulls front office doing?

Host: Zach Lowe

Guest: Mo Dakhil

Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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Zach is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to recap the trade deadline, discuss the biggest moves, and explain what Giannis staying put means. Then, Kevin Pelton comes on to share his winners and losers of the deadline.

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

(1:53) Kirk Goldsberry joins the show!

(4:24) Pacers acquire Ivica Zubac

(10:29) What does this mean for the Clippers?

(20:36) Is the league turning on small guards?

(24:17) Anthony Davis is a Wizard

(37:54) Small trades that left us flabbergasted

(42:21) Giannis remains in Milwaukee past the deadline

(58:42) Trade deadline winners and losers with Kevin Pelton!

(1:07:01) Could the 76ers have pursued Giannis?

(1:13:08) Ja Morant has to be a loser of this deadline

(1:21:55) What are the Bulls looking for?

(1:31:53) Timberwolves remain Zach’s sneak title contender

Host: Zach Lowe

Guests: Kirk Goldsberry and Kevin Pelton

Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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Zach is joined by Bobby Marks to recap a wild day in the NBA! They start with the Cavaliers acquiring James Harden from the Clippers and discuss the implications for both teams. Then, they break down Jaren Jackson Jr. heading to Utah and the Celtics trading for Nikola Vucevic before trying to determine what the Timberwolves' next move will be.

(0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!(1:41) Bobby Marks joins the show!(5:30) What does James Harden get out of this?(9:21) This is an astonishing lack of faith in Darius Garland(23:16) Does this mean Kawhi could be on the move?(29:28) Jaren Jackson Jr. traded to the Jazz(39:45) What does this mean for Memphis?(46:27) Nikola Vucevic traded to the Celtics for Anfernee Simons(51:06) Tatum’s return looms over this deal(56:57) Bulls, Pistons, and Timberwolves three-team deal(1:03:52) What’s next for the Timberwolves?(1:12:07) Is there a Cinderella Giannis team out there?

Host: Zach LoweGuest: Bobby MarksProducers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy GilSocial: Keith Fujimoto

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Zach is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to break down OKC’s latest win over Denver before recapping the trades thus far. Then, Rob Mahoney comes to share his thoughts on the All-Star rosters and Paul George’s suspension before closing the show with their Rookie of the Year picks.

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

(1:51) Kirk Goldsberry joins the show!

(7:56) Takeaways from Thunder-Nuggets

(16:22) If Denver wants to beat the Thunder, they need Aaron Gordon

(20:26) Early MVP discussion

(28:05) Kings trade for De’Andre Hunter

(40:13) Hornets continue to be a blast to watch

(42:25) Blazers make deal for Krejci

(46:57) Rob Mahoney on this year’s All-Stars!

(49:59) Are we surprised LeBron got a spot?

(59:33) Lets move on to the East

(1:08:20) Paul George suspended 25 games

(1:25:50) Who should be Rookie of the Year?

Host: Zach Lowe

Guests: Kirk Goldsberry and Rob Mahoney

Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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Zach is joined by Howard Beck as Giannis trade rumors kick into overdrive. They discuss the teams that make the most sense and what each team needs to keep in mind. Then, they each share their biggest X factors for the rest of the season.

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

(1:52) Howard Beck joins the show!

(7:52) Should the Bucks move Giannis in the next week?

(13:05) Which teams are actually trying to trade for him?

(21:31) The Heat are the most interesting team.

(28:22) Ranking X factors for the rest of the season.

(33:39) How would a potential Jayson Tatum return affect the Celtics?

(41:31) Will Joel Embiid stay healthy the rest of the year?

(52:45) Will Jalen Williams find a return to form?

(1:00:46) What does the rest of the season hold for Karl-Anthony Towns?

(1:03:12) How will Austin Reaves’s return change the Lakers?

(1:04:13) What will a healthy Magic team look like?

Host: Zach Lowe

Guest: Howard Beck

Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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