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Rich is relieved now that the NBA trade deadline has passed, and Max is alongside him to break down which teams were the most aggressive about improving now and for the future (4:53). Also, are the NBA’s soft cap and the NFL’s hard cap actually reversed, and does the NBA need to borrow some of the NFL’s salary flexibility structure? Then, can an injury lead to a dynasty like Steph Curry’s Warriors, and can a team’s drafting continue or end those dynasties (17:28)? Georgetown’s Ed Cooley lamented that kids don't know how to fail today, and Rich explains why this aligns with why he believes youth sports are broken (26:51). Max wonders whether the younger generation has become softer or whether things have just become better for them. Then, it’s on to the big game (35:04)! Max and Rich give their picks for Super Bowl LX, predict who’ll be the star coming out of the game, and talk about why turnovers are the key for the Patriots. Could Robert Kraft actually look better than either Tom Brady or Bill Belichick now that a new era of New England is making it to the Super Bowl? And could decades of that winning culture play a role in determining the winner? Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: David Jacoby, Trevor Rabone, Chris Thomas, and Devon Baroldi Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Alysha Tsuji, Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA trade deadline buzz has escalated quickly since Monday’s show! Max and Rich are here to discuss the latest moves, starting with James Harden heading to Cleveland while Darius Garland heads west to the Clippers (4:55). Why does Max think the Clippers pulled off a heist in broad daylight? Or do both players win in this deal? Rich breaks down what happens behind the scenes leading up to the deadline and when the talks first started. Then, the fellas go around the association, starting with the Cavaliers’ outlook for the rest of the season and beyond, before touching on the Celtics and the Bulls (23:00). Does the NBA hurt when big markets like Chicago are down? Finally, we preview Super Bowl LX. While the lead-up may not have star power, is it a game where a star will be born (41:34)? All this, plus why Pro Football Hall of Fame voters should stop using their ballots to file complaints. And can Max be trusted with any of Rich’s basketball information before Thursday afternoon? Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: David Jacoby, Trevor Rabone, Chris Thomas, and Devon Baroldi Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Alysha Tsuji, Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a busy weekend, the guys get together on Monday for an even busier week ahead to discuss their first thoughts on Super Bowl LX (6:34) and the NBA trade deadline (11:52). Max breaks down who might need what, while Rich goes down the memory lane of acquisitions that made a difference. Next, a topic so hot that Rich needed to take his jacket off (28:26): The recent stories of players who’ve played in the NBA and are looking to go back to college. Max has a rant on it, while Rich is torn. Plus, the guys discuss what it would mean for the business of basketball to have a bona fide American star at the top of the league, as well the All-Star rosters (49:56): Who was snubbed, who should have been left off, and what do they think of the new format? Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jesse Aron, Trevor Rabone, and Devon Baroldi Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Alysha Tsuji, Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Game Over guys are separated by 3000 miles today, but that didn’t stop them from talking about LeBron’s return to Cleveland (8:11), sparking a trip down memory lane as well as a look toward what lies ahead. Today’s Five Minute Max (40:34) asks and answers the question: Is the NFL a coach or QB League? After that, it’s another master class from Rich, this time on the signature shoe business (51:05). The fellas wrap up with some quick thoughts on the Browns QB-coach relationship, Jaylon Tyson’s postgame interruption, and a whole lot more! Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jesse Aron, Trevor Rabone, and Devon Baroldi Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Alysha Tsuji, Keith Fujimoto, Jomi Adeniran The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a brief appreciation for the freshmen of college basketball, the guys dive straight into the latest news around Giannis Antetokounmpo (7:43), as well as the NFL coaching carousel (24:06), which involves both of their favorite teams! Speaking of coaches, today’s edition of Five-Minute Max (33:20) has to do with yesterday’s Bill Belichick news, but maybe not how you think. Plus, after what transpired at Clemson, Rich wants to talk the state of the agent business (45:01), including why 'Jerry Maguire' actually hurt that business! Be sure to stick around for the fellas' favorite Eddie Murphy moments and a whole lot more! Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jesse Aron, Trevor Rabone, and Devon Baroldi Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Jomi Adeniran, Alysha Tsuji, and Keith Fujimoto The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a tribute to Derrick Rose in the open, the fellas react to the AFC and NFC championship games (8:11): Sam Darnold finally did it, Drake Maye came up clutch, and Sean Payton made his big decision. Next, Rich talks Media Mayhem (22:35): Truth vs. Trolling in the current state of sports media. Then, he gets out of the way for Max’s big topic of the day, which is his experience over the weekend at the inaugural Zuffa Boxing event, as well as sitting cageside at UFC 324 (36:55). Finally, the guys take on the problem with players voting in the All-Star Game, more Wemby talk, and Dabo Swinney had a BAR! Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jesse Aron, Trevor Rabone, and Devon Baroldi Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Keith Fujimoto and Jomi Adeniran The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The show starts with Max and Rich not together for the first time! Where are they?? The guys give more of their thoughts on this week’s story about the Buss family (5:19), after a few days to really digest it. Rich also found himself in the news this week concerning Anthony Davis, but he tells you why you shouldn’t listen to all that (16:59). Then, they gotta move on cause it’s conference championship weekend (31:08)! Max antagonizes Pats fans, while also setting the stage for what could be a classic between the Rams and Seahawks. Rich’s big topic today (44:00) is what it takes to be the “Face of the League.” The show closes out with some picks for the weekend, Max’s excitement for boxing’s future, and a whole lot more. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jesse Aron, Trevor Rabone, and Kevin Cureghian Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Alysha Tsuji The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a quick travel talk, Rich wants to start today with the “Truth About the Youth” (6:17), and discuss what’s going on with youth sports in America. Max wants to know whether this relates at all to the Jonathan Kuminga situation, especially in light of GM Mike Dunleavy’s latest comments. Next, how do the guys feel about MLB possibly implementing a salary cap in baseball (32:13), and why is Max’s reaction to the College Football Playoff like his “fourth favorite song” (44:23)? All that plus what’s happening with the QB at Duke, this latest story about the Buss family (53:19), and a whole lot more! Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jesse Aron, Trevor Rabone, and Devon Baroldi Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a tribute to MLK to start the show, Max unveils his theory about Goodest vs. Greatest (4:28) and how it pertains to Josh Allen, Matthew Stafford, Caleb Williams, and even Muhammad Ali! After a full football review, the guys talk about the state of the Knicks and Lakers (25:10), as well as a breakdown of how the point guard position has evolved in the modern NBA. In closing (51:42), some quick thoughts on the CFP title game, some rules Rich might change, a rule Max DEFINITELY wants to change, and the guys' favorite Chinese food! Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jesse Aron, Nick Kosut, Trevor Rabone, and Devon Baroldi Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Alysha Tsuji, Keith Fujimoto and Jomi Adeniran The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a special breakfast delivery, Max starts the show ecstatic about the Giants getting John Harbaugh (9:18)! After he’s done being a fan, it’s time to preview all the matchups this NFL weekend (14:29), including the CFP National Championship on Monday. Next, we turn to Rich’s alter ego, “Podcast Paul,” to find out what’s going on with Jonathan Kuminga (34:21); Max also wants to know what it’s going to take for an American wing to be the best player in the NBA. Lastly, does signing Kyle Tucker mean the Dodgers are ruining baseball (1:08:02)? Spoiler alert: NO! The guys discuss all that, plus some predictions for the weekend, and a whole lot more. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jesse Aron, Trevor Rabone, and Kevin Cureghian Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Congratulations are in order for Rich, find out why right at the start of the show (0:05)! Then, the guys discuss the news that Mike Tomlin will not coach the Steelers next year (7:14), as well as the Texans' chances the rest of the way after their performance Monday night. Then, it’s what everyone came to hear: Max and Rich react to the reaction that their hypothetical Austin Reaves trade made on the sports news cycle (23:25). How did LeBron take the comments? What did Rich and Austin’s agent talk about? And what did Max say today that might cause another stir? They close the show with a wide-ranging discussion about the NBA All-Star Game (52:35), Ravens team owner Steve Bisciotti’s comments, and their respective font sizes for each of their notes! Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jesse Aron, Trevor Rabone, and Devon Baroldi Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Keith Fujimoto and Jomi Adeniran The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Game Over begins its Netflix era! After an ode to 'Sesame Street' off the top, Max and Rich start off with what they thought the big difference was between the 49ers and Eagles in San Francisco's win (5:32). Then, who really gets the blame and who really deserves the credit in the Bears' wild win over the Packers (11:03)? As the playoffs progress, Max wants you to stop and think about what it would mean for each of the remaining QBs if they were to win the Super Bowl (24:48). Next, the pair goes around the NBA (36:30) as they discuss Anthony Davis’s injury and what it means for the Mavericks, an interesting name that the Lakers might want to think about in trade talks, and the mentality of current players vs. those in the past. They close with a look at tonight’s final wild-card game, but not without a brief detour on fashion! Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jesse Aron, Trevor Rabone, and Devon Baroldi Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Keith Fujimoto and Jomi Adeniran The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After talking about their ’90s music tastes to start, Max and Rich react to another CFP classic between Miami and Ole Miss (12:50) and look ahead to Oregon-Indiana, featuring a showdown of what could be the top two QBs in the upcoming NFL draft. After a brief discussion about what happened with Demond Williams Jr., the QB at the University of Washington, it’s time to talk through the Trae Young trade (34:24): Were they surprised by any of the details? What does it mean for Trae’s future? And what could it mean for Anthony Davis? If only we had AD’s agent on the show! Last but certainly not least, a super wild-card weekend preview (56:12) with picks from both our guys heading into an awesome weekend of football. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jesse Aron, Trevor Rabone, and Devon Baroldi Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Keith Fujimoto and Jomi Adeniran The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a brief media discussion to start the show, Max and Rich tackle the firing of John Harbaugh (8:30) and look at it through the lens of their favorite teams who just happen to be in the market for a new head coach. Next, it’s time to talk Trae Young (18:48), and for this, Rich needed the whiteboard to break down what the latest trade news means for all parties involved. And after another incredible performance from LeBron James, Max was more interested in what was said in the locker room after the game (47:22). Finally, the guys make a pick and preview Miami and Ole Miss in tomorrow’s CFP semifinal (1:13:25). Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jesse Aron, Trevor Rabone, and Devon Baroldi Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Keith Fujimoto and Jomi Adeniran The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Game Over has to start with the finish to an incredible game in a classic rivalry (2:37), before moving on to a coaching change in Cleveland. Next, did you see Rich on TV at the Lakers game last night? Max sure did, and he wants to know what Rich and LeBron were talking about (21:18) and what else around the NBA has piqued their interest. Speaking of piqued, Max is big mad about the Giants and has some things to get off his chest (43:54), and Rich has some things to clarify about last week’s discussion concerning MJ and the business of basketball (1:02:04). And yes, folks, the whiteboard is back! Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jesse Aron, Trevor Rabone, and Devon Baroldi Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Keith Fujimoto and Jomi Adeniran The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices