Mavs Take Control, Boston Advances, and NBA Obituary Season, Plus Bob Ryan Talks Jokic Historically and Not Trusting These Celtics

Russillo begins by examining why it looks like Dallas is having an easier time on offense than Minnesota (0:38). Then, he’s joined by Austin Rivers to learn why players are down on Gobert, discuss what it was like to play with KAT and Ant, and set the record straight on his comments about NBA players' ability to play in the NFL (18:10). Plus, another edition of the Alliance (64:14) with Ceruti and Kyle and Life Advice (66:39)! Can I keep living in my college town after I graduate? Check us out on YouTube for exclusive clips, livestreams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Austin Rivers Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo begins by recapping Dallas’s big Game 1 victory and discussing Anthony Edwards’s struggles (0:40). Then, he’s joined by 49ers All-Pro linebacker Fred Warner to learn what he took away from the Super Bowl loss, how he can become an even better player, and what makes the 49ers D so special (15:18). Plus Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle (34:56)! Is my basketball career over after a catastrophic injury? Check us out on YouTube for exclusive clips, live streams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Fred Warner Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo is joined by ESPN’s Tim Legler to preview the Western Conference (00:29) and Eastern Conference finals (23:27), and rank the best scoring options remaining in the postseason (37:18). Plus, another edition of The Alliance (54:00) with Ceruti and Kyle and Life Advice (56:39)! Which college should I go to? Check us out on YouTube for exclusive clips, live streams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Tim Legler Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens the show by recapping Wednesday night’s games and shares his thoughts on the Mavericks and Celtics (0:40). Then, he’s joined by The Boston Globe’s Bob Ryan to break down Jokic’s dominance, discuss why people have an issue with these Celtics, and talk about the changing media landscape (15:55). Plus, Life Advice with Kyle and Ceruti (51:48)! How do I not smell like my dad? Check us out on Youtube for exclusive clips, live streams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Bob Ryan Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens with his thoughts on OKC’s Game 4 comeback to even the series at 2 (0:30). Then, MLB Network’s Adnan Virk joins the show to talk about getting big-timed by Ryen, the start of the MLB season, and even some movies and books (13:33). Plus, another edition of The Alliance with Ceruti and Kyle (60:53) and Life Advice (63:25)! A friend I don’t like is trying to set me up. … Should I go on the date? Check us out on YouTube for exclusive clips, live streams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Adnan Virk Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens by breaking down IND-NYK Game 2 and reveals his thoughts on the officiating of the series so far (0:33). Then, ESPN’s Mike Greenberg comes on to discuss what makes this Knicks team so easy to root for, share stories from his time at ESPN, and explain what makes radio so difficult (25:47). Plus, Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle (67:36). Am I watching too much sports? Check us out on YouTube for exclusive clips, live streams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Mike Greenberg Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens by crediting the T-wolves for their phenomenal defense and sharing his thoughts on the controversial foul in IND-NYK (0:43). Then, Craig Kilborn joins to share the fan perspective of this Timberwolves team and play a quick round of five questions (19:48). Next, Ceruti jumps on for another edition of the Alliance (64:32) and strength coach Chad Wesley Smith helps Ryen answer some of your bulkiest lifting questions in this special Life Advice (68:04). Check us out on Youtube for exclusive clips, live streams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guests: Craig Kilborn and Chad Wesley Smith Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo starts the pod by by sharing his experience at Game 5 of DAL-LAC and rapid-fire playoff observations (0:38). Then, new Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer comes on to explain his reaction to getting the job, what he wants to bring to the program, and his reaction to the Penix selection (18:13). Next, basketball writer Kirk Goldsberry joins the show to explain how superstars have molded the modern NBA and share his thoughts on the Western Conference playoffs. Then, they each pick their favorite starting five lineup (41:19). Plus, Kyle joins for Life Advice (87:59). How do I groom my son to be an NFL GM? Check us out on YouTube for exclusive clips, live streams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guests: Kalen DeBoer and Kirk Goldsberry Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo starts the pod by welcoming in NBA obituary season and lays out what the Lakers could do next (0:35). Then, Baron Davis joins to explain his Laker fandom, discuss super teams, and reveal his thoughts on Elton Brand (15:45). Plus, another Alliance pick (41:27) with Kyle and Ceruti, and Life Advice (46:18). Is my friend's addiction to flag football a problem? Check us out on Youtube for exclusive clips, live streams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more ,or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Baron Davis Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo starts the pod by reviewing all three Thursday night games and series (0:30). Then, Todd McShay joins to share his thoughts on the first round of the NFL draft, including the surprise QB picks, and reveals his top players to target in Round 2 (19:00). Plus, another edition of Live Advice with Ceruti and Kyle (66:40). Do I need to ask permission before proposing to my girlfriend? Check us out on YouTube for exclusive clips, live streams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Todd McShay Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices