The Zach Lowe Show

Zach is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to break down the Spurs Game 6 victory over the Thunder. They discuss the trends of the series, what each team needs in Game 7, and how they expect the stars to play. Plus, they reveal what Mitchell Robinson’s broken pinkie means for the Knicks and who they should want to play in the Finals. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:17) Kirk Goldsberry joins the show! (5:24) The Spurs have shown their youth doesn’t matter (13:40) SGA's last 4 games have been his worst as a star (19:23) Is it time for an OKC lineup change? (30:49) The Thunder need more from Chet Holmgren (36:25) Who should the Knicks be rooting for? (46:02) Quick lottery thoughts Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Kirk Goldsberry Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto and Michael Szokoli The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by Mike Breen to discuss the Knicks' run, his most iconic calls, and how he’ll approach the NBA Finals this year. Then, Mo Dakhil joins to break down how the Thunder beat the Spurs defense in Game 5 and what each team needs to do to win Game 6. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:09) Mike Breen joins the show! (4:50) What will you remember from the Knicks' run to the Finals? (13:00) Random list of alums it would be cool to see at the Finals (24:51) What are your memories of last year’s Eastern Conference finals? (37:23) On the double-bang Curry shot (45:28) Do you approach this Finals any differently with the Knicks being in it? (47:49) Mo Dakhil joins the show! (50:19) Thoughts on Wemby’s Game 5 performance (1:01:26) How have the Thunder beaten the Spurs defense? (1:17:05) I expect Wemby to come out like a man possessed Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Mike Breen and Mo Dakhil Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto and Michael Szokoli The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by Howard Beck to react to the New York Knicks advancing to the Finals. They discuss what has led to this moment, how they’ll fare against whoever comes out of the West, and what’s next for Cleveland. Then, John Hollinger joins to discuss the vote to reform the draft lottery. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:26) What up, Beck?! (2:55) The New York Knicks are going to the NBA Finals (15:50) Mike Brown deserves a lot of credit (28:04) Is Howard aware of Danhausen? (32:26) Kenny Atkinson’s comments (41:25) James Harden series autopsy (45:42) Does trading Evan Mobley for Giannis make sense? (56:01) Let’s run through some other NBA news stories (1:03:20) One thing you’re looking forward to in OKC-SA Game 5 (1:11:09) John Hollinger joins the show! (1:13:38) Lottery reform (1:22:17) On how these new rules affect the Memphis Grizzlies next year (1:25:29) Let’s look at what a credit type draft would look like Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Howard Beck and John Hollinger Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto and Michael Szokoli #ULTRACourtside could get you closer to the game! https://michelobultra.com/courtside MICHELOB ULTRA®️ COURTSIDE ’25 to ’26. No Purchase Necessary. Open to US residents 21 plus. Begins on October 1, 2025 and ends on June 30, 2026 Multiple entry periods. See Official Rules at https://michelobultra.com/courtside for free entry, entry deadlines, prizes, and details. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by Michael Pina to react to the Knicks pushing the Cavaliers to the brink. They discuss what has made the Knicks so good, look back at how this team was assembled, and break down what’s gone wrong for Cleveland. Then, they reveal what they’ll be watching for in Game 4 between the Thunder and Spurs. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:19) Michael Pina joins the show! (5:56) The Knicks could win the title even against the Thunder (10:42) The Knicks built a better team around their small guard than the Cavs (19:11) Let’s take a deeper look at how this Knicks team was built (25:12) This may have been Harden’s worst defensive performance (26:32) Does Cleveland have any chance to come back? (29:33) What to watch for in Thunder-Spurs Game 4. Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Michael Pina Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto and Michael Szokoli The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach is joined by Jason Timpf to discuss the biggest storylines in Spurs-Thunder, why the series is so exciting to watch, and what adjustments both teams can make. Then, they quickly preview Cavs-Knicks Game 2. Next, Kevin Harlan comes on to break down some of his biggest calls and his philosophy as a broadcaster. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:31) Jason Timpf joins the show! (4:05) Injuries are becoming a big storyline for Spurs-Thunder (14:18) The desperation both teams are playing with is amazing to watch (22:34) Adjustments from the Thunder offense (33:20) Adjustments from the Thunder defense (49:59) What led to the Knicks' comeback (56:03) James Harden’s defense was not good (1:01:48) Kevin Harlan joins the show! (1:03:47) Is it hard to switch broadcast partners? (1:05:53) On naming Kevin Garnett the big ticket (1:08:12) How did you come up with some of your most iconic calls? (1:18:09) On finding your feet as a broadcaster (1:32:53) What’s a play you wish you had been on the call for? (1:36:29) - On finding new ways to describe things Host: Zach Lowe Guests: Jason Timpf and Kevin Harlan Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto and Michael Szokoli Thousands of cars and the largest online selection of vehicle parts. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices