The Suns' New Era, Maluach’s Potential, Raptors' Friskiness Level, and What Route Do the Sixers Take?

The Suns' New Era, Maluach’s Potential, Raptors' Friskiness Level, and What Route Do the Sixers Take?

Author: The Ringer June 24, 2025 Duration: 1:18:31
It’s draft week, as J. Kyle Mann is joined by Danny Chau to go through the latest draft news and expectations for the first round of the NBA draft on Wednesday night. They discuss how the Finals will affect the draft and offseason, expectations for the Suns now that they've traded Kevin Durant to the Rockets, different prospect scouting reports, and more. (00:00) - Intro(01:46) - Game 7 reaction(05:12) - Draft plans for the new-look Suns(09:46) - Derik Queen, Maryland(16:10) - Which team could make an unexpected move?(23:13) - Predicting the Raptors' draft plans(24:28) - Carter Bryant, Arizona; and Noa Essengue, France(30:24) - Khaman Maluach, Duke(38:08) - Jazz targeting Jeremiah Fears from Oklahoma(44:18) - What direction do the Sixers go?(45:55) - V.J. Edgecombe, Baylor(52:30) - Kon Knueppel, Duke; and Tre Johnson, Texas(56:60) - Danny’s risers(58:38) - Cedric Coward, Washington State(01:00:46) - Collin Murray-Boyles, South Carolina(01:03:24) - Best connective passer in the draft(01:05:20) - Egor Demin, BYU(01:09:00) - Danny Wolf, Michigan Check out The Ringer’s 2025 NBA Draft Guide for all the latest prospect rankings, draft grades, and more! Host: J. Kyle MannGuest: Danny ChauProducer: Jessie LopezAdditional Production Support: Ben CruzSocial: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For anyone obsessed with the future of the NBA, The Ringer's NBA Draft Show is your essential audio companion. Host J. Kyle Mann digs deep into the prospects shaping the next generation of basketball, offering sharp analysis on whose stock is rising and whose might be slipping as the draft approaches. This isn't just for fans of teams at the top of the lottery; it's for anyone who loves the strategic, year-long puzzle of player evaluation. You'll hear specific breakdowns of skills, fit, and potential, all delivered with the insider perspective that defines this podcast. Tune in for a clear-eyed look at the names you need to know, from the projected franchise cornerstones to the hidden gems waiting to be discovered in the second round. It's where the hype meets hardcourt reality, naturally becoming a key resource for understanding how today's college and international stars become tomorrow's NBA professionals.
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Duration: 37:21
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Duration: 53:31
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7 Questions About the NBA Finals, Plus the Cody Williams Interview [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:18
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A Conversation With Matas Buzelis and Mock Draft Grades [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:53
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Ron Holland’s NBA Potential, Shooting Struggles, and Best Fits [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:44
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