Game Over with Max Kellerman and Rich Paul
Sports media veteran Max Kellerman and super-agent Rich Paul discuss the most pressing topics in sports and culture.
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Cavs Playoff Potential, Sixers Offseason Training, and Is Joe Burrow Overrated? | Game Over
Rich starts the show by taking us inside the Peyton Watson trade, and Max gives his take on how the Cavs will fare next season. Are the Nuggets doing wrong by Nikola Jokic? And the excitement in Philly continues to stir as LeBron joins Maxey and Brown in the gym. They wrap things up by hitting the NFL, and Max asks: Is Joe Burrow overrated?
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Lakers Family Dispute, the Biggest Star in the NBA, and Football Is Upon Us | Game Over
Max and Rich are back and firing on all cylinders! First they get into the ownership drama in L.A. and how the Buss family got to this point. Then they break down which team is the biggest draw in the NBA. Then they hop over to the NFL, where they talk about the QB battle in Cleveland, a team Rich hopes will start 1-0. And would Aaron Donald coming back be the greatest return in all of sports?
Why Nobody Should Complain About the Dodgers—Plus NBA Europe and LeBron's Rings
Max and Rich break down the Dodgers' financial machine and why other MLB owners have no excuse not to compete with it. From there, it's the NBA's European expansion—a tech billionaire eyeing a London franchise and what it means for young prospects—plus a deep dive on the LeBron "ring-chasing" debate and Wemby's shoe prospects.
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The New NBA Landscape, Media Pressure in Philly, and Mahomes's Comeback Year | Game Over
Max and Rich kick things off by analyzing the NBA landscape now that the biggest free-agency moves have been made, including how LeBron going to Philly takes the media pressure off his new teammates. They then talk a little NFL, as Max asks if Patrick Mahomes has the potential to be the greatest Comeback Player of the Year following his ACL injury. Next, they discuss if Bryce Harper was out of poc
NBA Insider Shams Charania Breaks Down LeBron's Sixers Move, He Drops Some Free Agency Scoops, and We Separate Fact From Fiction | Game Over
On today’s Game Over, ESPN Senior NBA Insider Shams Charania tells us how much time he spends on his phone every day and what his parents think of his NBA insider career. He also takes us behind the curtain of how he started to piece together that LeBron was heading to the 76ers. He also gives his thoughts on all the potential locations LJ could have ended up at, and he shares an exclusive with u
LeBron James to the 76ers | Game Over
The decision has been made and LeBron is headed to the City of Brotherly Love (1:58)! Rich breaks down how the deal was made, what made LeBron choose Philly, how this shakes up the dynamics in the Eastern Conference, and more. Plus, we get to your emails (39:11).
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A Surprise Bill Simmons Guest Appearance! Can He Convince Rich to Get LeBron to Golden State? | Game Over
Wednesday’s Game Over starts with a surprise drop-in from Bill Simmons, and of course they have to talk movies after Bill’s seen 'The Odyssey' twice already. Pat Riley made some comments about players needing to avoid reacting to their name swirling around in trade rumors (6:05). Did those rumors contribute to Jaylen Brown’s trade out of Boston? Deuce McBride spoke about role players in the NBA; d
What’s the Rush for LeBron? | Game Over
Rich took in the World Cup final yesterday, and both he and Max are back from New York to start another week of Game Over. Where is LeBron going? That’s the question on everyone's mind in the NBA and sports media, but Rich wonders why he’s being pressured to rush his decision (4:46). Have the Lakers made themselves a better team going into next season (21:04)? Then, is the Tim Donaghy clip being b
Max and Rich Debate Sports' Most Iconic Franchises, LeBron's Next Move, and a LeBron-Steph Warriors Takeover | Game Over
Max and Rich get into what makes a franchise truly iconic—from the Cowboys and Yankees to the Lakers and Knicks—where LeBron could land next, why New York might be the center of the sports world, the Bears being the coolest team in football, what a LeBron-Steph pairing in Golden State would mean for the league, and much more!
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Kendrick Perkins Talks LeBron Destinations, the Knicks Championship Being Questioned, and Why Rich Doesn't Text Perk Back | Game Over
Kendrick Perkins joins the show and gets into why he and Rich are beefing over unanswered texts, why he thinks Minnesota is the best place for LeBron to play next year, the Knicks being underdog champions, and much more!
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Potential LeBron Landing Spots, Plus NFL and MLB Talk With David Jacoby and Anthony Dabbundo | Game Over
Rich is on vacation, but Game Over continues with LeBron Watch! David Jacoby joins the show to break down the potential landing spots for LeBron (0:16), and Max and David make their voice-note pitches for their wild-card teams. Then, Anthony Dabbundo joins Max (39:16) to preview some NFL topics before training camp opens (43:11), and we’re talkin’ baseball (1:09:41)!
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The Pitches Are Coming in for LeBron, and Rich Is in Vegas for Summer League | Game Over
We’re on LeBron Watch at Game Over HQ, and Rich has the latest from Summer League in Vegas (8:26). Is Tyrese Maxey the selling point for Philly (21:49)? Could the fairways be a good match for Steph Curry and LeBron (34:54)? Plus, some quick hits before Game Over hits the weekend (44:24).
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Bob Myers Joins to Talk About Building Winning Teams, LeBron’s Future, and the Whiteboard! | Game Over
Bob Myers, the president of sports for Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, joins Max and Rich on today’s episode of Game Over (8:30)! What went into recruiting Kevin Durant back in his Golden State days (19:26)? Why does Bob look for competitiveness when building a team (53:40)? And does Rich already know LeBron’s next destination? Plus, Bob makes a pitch for why the Sixers are the best of all
Has LeBron’s Situation Changed? Plus, Breaking Down the Second Apron With Jeff Siegel | Game Over
After the whiteboard went viral, we start a new week of Game Over with updates on LeBron James’s free agency (9:27). Max has a thing or two to say to James Dolan after Mitchell Robinson went to the Celtics (31:45). Plus, Klutch Sports senior cap specialist Jeff Siegel joins the show to break down the second apron and other financial situations in the NBA (46:20).
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What’s Next for LeBron? The Whiteboard Returns! Jaylen Brown Traded to Philly, and Can the New-Look Lakers Compete? | Game Over
The band’s back together in Hollywood with a lot to talk about in the NBA before the 4th of July weekend. Rich brings back the whiteboard to break down what’s next for LeBron and who the serious destination teams could be (4:29). Then, Jaylen Brown gets traded to the Sixers for a ham sandwich, as Max described it (44:24). And, where do these new-look Lakers finish in the West (1:03:47)?
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LeBron’s Leaving L.A., and Rich Joins from Wimbledon. Matt Barnes Fills In! | Game Over
NBA champion Matt Barnes is here, filling in for Rich! But when the news broke Tuesday morning that LeBron James is leaving the Lakers, we had to get Rich on the show from London to break it down (1:52). Then, Max and Matt break down what this means for LeBron and where he could land next (21:58). Then, while NBA free agency opens, two massive trades went down: Kawhi Leonard is heading back to Tor
Fanatics Founder and CEO Michael Rubin Joins Game Over
While Max and Rich are in New York, Michael Rubin, the Founder and CEO of Fanatics, joins the show! They discuss building a multibillion-dollar company and why being big isn’t always good (2:34). Then, what should we look forward to at Fanatics Fest (15:33)? And what do companies like Fanatics look for when they want to partner with an athlete (30:10)?
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Emergency Game Over! LaMelo Ball Traded, and More NBA Stories.
Max and Rich move the pod up a day early in response to LaMelo Ball being traded to Minnesota. How does this work for both the Wolves and the Hornets, and does it leave Minnesota with any holes in the lineup (10:19)? Then, what does the future hold for Jaylen Brown (19:31)? And, the fellas break down what Kendrick Perkins had to say about Giannis (35:14).
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NBA Draft Round 1 Recap, Reaves Gets the Max, and Did Either Team Win the Giannis Trade? | Game Over
Max and Rich are back in New York for the 2026 NBA Draft, and there’s a lot of news around the Association. Austin Reaves gets paid the max with the Lakers, and Rich details why the NBA is where dreams come true (5:51). Giannis gets traded to the Heat, but why does Max think neither team won this trade (25:24)? Max and Rich agree that the second apron needs to go, and the fellas recap Round 1 of t
Fat Joe Joins the Show to Celebrate the Knicks | Game Over
Max is in L.A. while Rich is in New York for the NBA draft later this week, and Rich is joined by a true New Yorker. Fresh off watching his Knicks win their first title in over 50 years, Fat Joe joins Game Over! What did it mean for him to see the Knicks win it all (7:21)? Then, Joe dives into how he got into rap (27:10), his fashion sense, and his relationship with Big Pun (37:02).
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New York Loves a Parade, and the NBA Offseason Is Underway | Game Over
Max and Rich are in New York, but Max didn’t go to the parade? They talk about why this title means so much more in New York before debating whether the Knicks are actually being disrespected after winning the title (19:28). Then, the NBA offseason is heating up quickly. Rich dives into why NBA owners are allergic to the second apron, and could Jaylen Brown be on the move (37:30)? What does the fu
Are These Knicks the Greatest of All Time? Plus, Debating The Ringer's Top 100. | Game Over
Max and Rich debate whether this Knicks championship team ranks among the all-time greats (7:51). They spar over where Jalen Brunson stands versus Kyrie Irving and SGA, sparked by The Ringer's new player rankings (24:21). The conversation moves through the Thunder-Spurs Western Conference finals and Wembanyama's fatigue (31:09). They also discuss the public's rush to tear down rising stars and whe
Knicks Win It All. Can They Repeat? And Are Wemby and the Spurs Poor Sports? | Game Over
Rich is surprised that Max isn’t wearing orange and blue today, but does Max need to apologize to James Dolan? We break down the Finals and look ahead toward the summer and next season (9:18). Can the Knicks become the first team to repeat in nearly a decade (46:10)? The Spurs and Victor Wembanyama are under fire after most of the team skipped the postgame handshakes (55:09). What do both Finals c
Knicks One Win Away, Game 5 Preview, and LeBron and the Warriors? | Game Over
Max and Rich are back together in L.A. to preview Game 5 of the NBA Finals. The New York Knicks are one win away from hoisting the Larry O’Brien Trophy, but should they still be worried about the series (7:13)? Will San Antonio be a sea of blue and orange on Saturday (22:48)? We’re curious about the rumors of mutual curiosity between LeBron and the Warriors. Rich touches on whether there’s any tru
The Miracle at Madison Square Garden | Game Over
What did we just see?! The Knicks storm back from down 29 to stun the Spurs to take a 3-1 series lead in the NBA Finals. Max joins the show from a delirious New York City for some instant reaction with Rich (0:16). Do we start engraving the Larry O’Brien Trophy? Or, what does San Antonio need to do to win three straight? Who’s the Finals MVP if we gave out the trophy right now (11:34)?
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Knicks Drop Game 3 at the Garden | Game Over
Max is in New York City and talks about the vibes in the city with the Knicks rolling (0:16). He starts the show giving his initial thoughts on Game 3 of the NBA Finals and how the Knicks let the game fall through. Rich joins the show to share his thoughts on the game and who he thinks will take Game 4 (15:20). Max shares his Five-Minute Max on Mikal Bridges showing up in the playoffs (41:55).
Previewing Game 2, and the Most Clutch Players in the Major Sports | Game Over
Once Max’s rideshare journey finally got him to the set, we revisit what we saw in Wednesday’s Game 1 (8:06). How did the Knicks’ front office change the trajectory of the franchise through trades? Then, Max and Rich break down the Game 2 adjustments for the Spurs (18:55) and how they avoid an 0-2 hole going back to New York (33:00). Jalen Brunson is moving up the list, but who are the most clutch
Game 1 NBA Finals Reactions With Antonio Daniels and Gary Payton | Game Over
The opening game of the NBA Finals that seemed to be in San Antonio’s grasp was ripped away by New York in a 105-95 Knicks win. Max and Rich were at the game, and they’re here to break it all down along with Antonio Daniels (0:17). Jalen Brunson scored 13 points in the fourth quarter and 30 points for the game. How does he continue to impress game by game (11:08)? Wemby dropped 26 of his own, but
Previewing the NBA Finals, and a Blockbuster NFL Trade | Game Over
Before they fly to San Antonio for Games 1 and 2, Max and Rich are here to preview the Knicks and Spurs in the 2026 NBA Finals. But first, a MASSIVE trade in the NFL, with Myles Garrett heading West to the Rams. How does Rich feel about what his Browns got in return? Then, we break down the Finals (8:45). The Spurs aren’t only good now, but they’re set up for the future as well (13:18). Could this
Spurs Win the West, and Revisiting the 2016 NBA Finals
The San Antonio Spurs win the West, and Max and Rich break down Game 7 to start another week of Game Over (6:29). Then, a quick preview of the upcoming NBA Finals between the Spurs and Knicks (23:39). And finally, we revisit an all-time classic series: The 2016 NBA Finals, when the Cleveland Cavaliers came back from a 3-1 series deficit against the 73-win Golden State Warriors (32:47).
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Gilbert Arenas Joins Max and Rich, an NBA Game 7, and the Knicks Await | Game Over
Three-time NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas joins Max and Rich to end the week on Game Over! But first, we’ve got a Game 7 coming up to crown the Western Conference champion (5:54). Will it be the Thunder or the Spurs moving on, and who should the Knicks root for? Then, Agent Zero joins the show (34:50). Who’s Gil's pick to win Game 7, and how are modern NBA players using film to not only scout their o
Thunder Go Up 3-2, and the Knicks Are in the Finals | Game Over
Max and Rich are back from San Antonio and get into the Thunder taking a 3-2 series lead over the Spurs in the Western Conference finals (5:58). Why was Wemby not as aggressive in Game 5? Can the Thunder close it out when SGA's not playing his best? Then, the stage is set for the Knicks to make it to the Finals, and the guys discuss New York's chances of winning it all (17:05).
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Spurs Tie Up WCF, Wemby Enters the GOAT Conversation, and Jalen Brunson’s Stardom | Game Over
Max, Rich, and Antonio Daniels react to Wemby’s 33-point performance in the Spurs' win over the Thunder to tie up the Western Conference finals. They discuss which team needs Game 5 more. Then, they evaluate Jalen Brunson’s stardom and place among the all-time Knicks, Mike Brown’s coaching legacy, the All-NBA awards reveal, and more.(00:00) Cold open(06:50) Victor Wembanyama will be the GOAT if he
Knicks Control Game 2, and Wallo267 Stops By | Game Over
The Knicks take care of home court to take a 2-0 series lead over the Cavaliers. (05:20) Are the referees doing too much in the Spurs-Thunder series? Max shares his thoughts. (18:06) And then, Wallo267 from the Million Dollaz Worth of Game podcast stops by the studio to promote his new book. (44:16)
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Wild NBA Conference Finals Game 1s, and Three Future Stars of the League | Game Over
The guys jump right in and talk about the Knicks' wild comeback versus the Cavaliers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals. (03:02) Then, they jump to the West and talk about Wemby’s excellent performance against the Thunder. (17:51) They end the show with a conversation with three future stars of the league: Caleb Wilson, Koa Peat, and Brayden Burries. (41:15)
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A Lackluster Game 7, SGA the MVP, and Rich Goes Deep | Game Over
Max and Rich kick things off by talking about the blowout Game 7 in Detroit (8:45), and discuss how the Cavs will fare against the well-rested Knicks in the Eastern Conference finals (12:55). They also preview the Western Conference finals matchup between the Thunder and Spurs (20:33). Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the back-to-back league MVP, and in today’s Five Minute Max, SGA goes up against Kobe
LeBron’s Future, NBA Playoffs, and Trail Blazers Governor Tom Dundon | Game Over
Max and Rich run down the Cavs-Pistons series (6:19) and discuss if Anthony Edwards should leave Minnesota if the Timberwolves lose to the Spurs (13:25). Rich responds to the news circulating around LeBron James while Max presses him on what’s next for the King (29:24). Then they speak with new Trail Blazers Governor Tom Dundon about the team's future, his Carolina Hurricanes, and the business of
Cam’ron Joins Game Over
Harlem's finest pulls up. Cam'ron—rapper, mogul, style icon, and host of the It Is What It Is podcast—joins Max and Rich on Game Over to talk about how he got his show started with Ma$e, and artists recently making the crossover between music and podcasts (0:56). They discuss both the former and current eras of hip-hop, including who’s got the crown as the best current MC (27:26). Then, they dive
Knicks Dominate, Joel Embiid’s Future, and Is Shohei Ohtani the GOAT?
Max and Rich kick off the show by talking about the weekend NBA playoff slate. Was Wemby’s ejection a fair call (8:39)? And how did so many Knicks fans take over Philly this weekend (17:45)? In today’s Five-Minute Max, Max analyzes Joel Embiid’s future (37:35). Are the Lakers getting swept tonight (58:21)? Plus, some fun emails (1:01:43)!
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Lakers and Cavs Down 0-2, Eastern Conference Matchups, and Vrabel-Russini Fallout
Max and Rich get into Thursday's NBA playoff matchups. The Lakers are still struggling against the Thunder (05:27), and James Harden’s playoff woes continue (14:41). Max is irrational and high on the Giants' offseason moves (20:47). They share their predictions for Game 3 of Knicks-Sixers (27:12). And then they debate the Verzuz between French Montana and Rick Ross. They finally hit on the Mike Vr
The Lakers' Struggles, James Harden's Hardships in Cleveland, and More! | Game Over
Max and Rich get into the Lakers' loss to the Thunder—why is Austin Reaves underperforming (14:56)? And should Luka Doncic come back this season (23:10)? Did the Cavs make a mistake by trading for James Harden? Then they react to Donovan Mitchell’s comments about flopping (45:16). Is Wemby getting away with goaltending, or are the Wolves bitter (1:08:11)? Rich shares what adjustments the losing te
Round 2 of the NBA Playoffs, KD's Burner Account, and Gobert vs. Wemby | Game Over
Rich and Max are back in LA and break down the latest in the NBA. They debate if Tyrese Maxey is the best player on the 76ers (9:41). They discuss what the Lakers need to do in order to win their series against the Thunder (39:52)? Did Kevin Durant’s alleged burner account ruin the Rockets team chemistry, and do they move on from KD next season (1:02:15)? Lastly, it’s the battle of the Frenchmen i
Miami Vibes, NBA Playoffs, Devin Booker Leaving the Suns? | Game Over
Rich and Max catch us up on their time in Miami (0:05). Then, they dive into the NBA playoffs (6:03) and dissect what it would mean if the Lakers end up blowing a 3-0 series lead to the Rockets (41:30). Who’s on the Mount Rushmore of the Celtics? The guys share their picks (35:35). And should Devin Booker leave the Suns (48:12)?
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Game Over from Miami! Sixers Stay Alive, and Vlade Divac on Sports Agents.
Max and Rich are on the road in Miami to end this week, and they start Wednesday’s episode with the Sixers staving off elimination (10:24). Should the Celtics be worried going back to Philly for Game 6? The Knicks push Atlanta to the brink in a dominant Game 5 win, while San Antonio closes out Portland. Then, a preview of Lakers-Rockets Game 5 and a potential Austin Reaves return (22:00). Rich div
NBA Playoffs Midway Through Round 1, and the Impact of Anthony Edwards’s Injury | Game Over
A new week of Game Over starts with elimination games on the horizon in the NBA playoffs. The Nuggets are down 3-1 in their series, but does Anthony Edwards’s injury have Minnesota’s playoff hopes up in the air (9:53)? Today’s Five Minute Max touches on why some high-level NBA players may have escaped championship expectations (27:00). The Lakers will look to put the Rockets away in Game 5 (39:32)
Behind the Scenes at the NFL Draft, the NBA Playoffs, and Signature Sneakers | Game Over
Rich joins live from Pittsburgh and kicks things off by giving us all the behind-the-scenes details of the NFL draft (6:18). The guys talk through the first round before hitting on the NBA playoffs (29:06). And in today’s Get Rich Quick, we get back to the topic of the signature sneaker in the NBA (57:41).
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The NBA is Fantastic! And Mock NFL Drafts | Game Over
It’s a late-night pod after Max and Rich were sitting courtside at Game 2 of Lakers-Rockets, and that’s where the show starts with LA going up 2-0 in the series (8:52). The fellas recap the rest of the NBA Playoffs (28:55), along with the Sixers stealing a game in Boston, Victor Wembanyama’s injury in Game 2 against Portland. Then, Max and Rich give their first ten selections in their Mock NFL Dra
NBA Playoffs, LeBron Retirement Talk, and Coachella | Game Over
Max and Rich dive into the first round of the NBA playoffs! Are the Magic real contenders in the East (8:36)? And did we write off the Lakers too soon (15:33)? Then they tell us if they’re bothered by Adam Silver's comments about LeBron James (33:07). Today’s Five-Minute Max talks the new James Dolan report (45:00) and Get Rich Quick dissects the basketball sneaker game (54:20). Lastly—they give t
NBA Play-In Finishes Up and Previewing All Eight Playoff Series | Game Over
There are two games left in the NBA play-in tournament, and Max and Rich break those down first (11:04). Then, they get into all eight playoff series, starting in the West with Rockets-Lakers (30:03). The guys look over the Eastern Conference bracket next (57:30) before getting to another round of your emails. What would be considered a failure for the Knicks this postseason?
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Warren Moon, Doug Williams, and Shack Harris Join the Show | Game Over
First, Max and Rich recap the first two NBA play-in games before previewing tonight’s slate (6:58). Then, three legendary former NFL quarterbacks join the show (33:07). Game Over hosts Pro Football Hall of Famer Warren Moon, Super Bowl XXII MVP Doug Williams, and groundbreaking quarterback James “Shack” Harris. The trio go down memory lane in their incredible careers, and discuss the trials and tr
NBA Playoff Time, Rory Wins the Masters, and Doc Out in Milwaukee | Game Over
The NBA regular season has come to an end. Max and Rich break down the playoff series they’re most interested in and the most dangerous play-in teams (7:07). Rich is back from Augusta and recaps his Masters experience (38:54). Doc Rivers is out in Milwaukee. Will this have an effect on Doc's coaching legacy, and what does the future hold for both Giannis and the Bucks (49:33)?
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Giannis Leaving Milwaukee, Michael Malone in Chapel Hill, and Are Low Tops Causing Too Many Injuries? | Game Over
Max and Rich get into the Giannis fiasco in Milwaukee (7:25). Then, they discuss the impact that Michael Malone will bring to UNC (26:03). Today’s Five-Minute Max makes the case for Cooper Flagg being the NBA Rookie of the Year (36:05). And we close out the show with some fiery emails (1:01:40). Catch you guys next week, taking a long weekend off!
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March Madness Crowns a Champion, and More | Game Over
March Madness concludes as Rich and Max give their takes on the national championship game (5:56). They share where this Michigan team stands amongst the greatest college teams of all time. And now with Luka and Austin Reaves injured, is the Lakers' season officially over (24:10)?
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Luka Injured. Plus: Is Memphis a Desirable NBA City? And Has College Hoops Lost its Swag? | Game Over
Rich and Max get into the Lakers' blowout loss to the Thunder and what losing Luka means to their playoff run (12:33). Rich dives into his Get Rich Quick (30:15) before they talk Kirk Cousins's move to Las Vegas (38:52). Is Memphis a desirable NBA city to play in (42:16)? Today’s Five-Minute Max delves into the Yankees pitching (58:20). And does college basketball still have swag (1:03:58)?
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Lakers Are Rolling, Shaky Ground in Philly, and Some Hot Takes From NBA Legends | Game Over
Max and Rich start the show with Luka leading the Lakers to a dominant win over the Cavs (8:14), before getting to the impact of Tiger Woods's DUI (15:18). Today’s Five-Minute Max dives into the dynamics in Philly with Jalen Hurts and the Eagles (21:23). Then they talk about ‘sourced’ articles in Get Rich Quick (48:13). They close by responding to some hot takes from Robert Parish and John Starks
The Madness Was Madness! Plus, Barry Bonds’s Case and Foul Baiting in the NBA.
We start a new week of Game Over, and Max and Rich are still catching their breath from an instant classic between UConn and Duke (4:24). Which team in the Final Four will win the title? Today’s Five-Minute Max gets into the case against Barry Bonds. Max thinks he’s a first-ballot Hall of Famer, but should he be up there with baseball’s greatest hitters (23:18)? Rich wonders whether the “wow facto
The Madness Continues, Hornets Heating Up, and Aaron Judge’s Golden Sombrero
We wrap up another week of Game Over by starting with the Arizona WIldcats (10:49). After shutting down Darius Acuff Jr. and Arkansas, are the Cats winning it all? Rich and Max give their lists of the most memorable backcourts in NCAA history. The Charlotte Hornets are heating up—do they have what it takes to make a run (29:40)? And, after Max picked Aaron Judge to go deep on opening night, he wou
NBA Expansion, Best Players in Basketball, and MLB Opening Day!
Max and Rich show up in their New York Yankees gear to celebrate MLB Opening Day, but we start today’s show in the NBA (11:08). The Board of Governors has approved potential expansion to Seattle and Las Vegas. Which team would Max and Rich rather own if they had a stake? Then, Nikola Jokic went off for a triple-double and the game-winner against the Suns, but is Wemby taking the mantle of best pla
Is Men’s College Basketball Back? Lakers Buying In, and JSN Gets the Bag.
Max and Rich are back from their train ride to watch March Madness in San Diego, and we get their thoughts on if NIL is bringing men’s college basketball back (6:10). Does it have a ripple effect on the NBA’s product and future expansion? The Lakers are rolling; would we have seen this months ago if the entire squad was healthy throughout the year (34:14)? Also, Jaxon Smith-Njigba becomes the high
Game Over’s First Guest: Snoop Dogg! | Part 2
The conversation continues in Part 2 of Max and Rich’s sitdown with Snoop Dogg. In honor of the 32nd anniversary of Snoop’s performance on 'SNL,' Rich brings out the shirt Snoop wore that night (1:10). The fellas brought in a DJ, so of course we had to hear Snoop do his thing. Rich wants to know who Snoop’s GOAT is in the NBA. Also, March Madness is upon us. Did Snoop fill out a bracket (15:02)? T
Game Over’s First Guest: Snoop Dogg! | Part 1
It's a big day for Game Over as Max and Rich welcome their first guest to the show, the one and only Snoop Dogg! The fellas start with how Snoop got started in music back in high school (11:22). Then, how did Snoop and other artists of his era become the first influencers (29:59)? And Snoop touches on his Steelers, the NBA, and how youth sports development needs to get back to the fundamentals (47
March Madness, the New Big Three, and Oscars Reaction
Selection Sunday has come and gone. Who stood out in the conference championships, and could this year’s tournament end up all chalk in the Final Four (9:44)? After the Lakers beat Denver in overtime, is this L.A. team gelling at the right time to be dangerous in the playoffs? Rich breaks down why there’s a new Big Three in the NBA, and why a club’s front office has more to do with it than ever (4
Creating a Championship Team, and Best NBA Duos of All Time
It’s a basketball-heavy Friday edition of Game Over, where Max and Rich discuss how to build a championship team, along with which current NBA teams possess these traits (5:07). Who are some of the best duos of all time in the NBA (22:16)? Max takes credit for Luka’s 51-point game against the Bulls, and can JJ Redick push the right buttons for the Lakers come playoff time? Are Kobe Bryant fans to
Bam Drops 83?! Jaylen Brown Ejected, MVP Race Heats Up, and Emails!
Wednesday’s Game Over has only one place to start, with Bam Adebayo’s historic 83-point game against the Wizards (8:52). Rich explains why talk is cheap in today’s Get Rich Quick. Did Jaylen Brown deserve to be ejected against the Spurs, and should the players be the ones to decide the game (27:17)? Then, the NBA MVP race heats up, and Five Minute Max wonders if Shai Gilgeous-Alexander should be i
Jayson Tatum Returns! NBA Notes and NFL Roster Shake-Ups.
It's a jam-packed Monday for Game Over. Jayson Tatum’s return seemed to be everything the Celtics were hoping for and more (5:26)! Will he make Boston the team to beat in the Eastern Conference? Today’s Get Rich Quick is a deep dive into why evolving your personal ecosystem is key to moving on to greater things in life (13:38). Then, we move over to the Western Conference, where Max believes the S
The East Is in the House: Tatum Returning, and Hornets Buzzing
Jayson Tatum returns tonight (5:57), and the East is all of a sudden loaded. What did the Spurs-Pistons game tell us about Detroit’s future (18:01)? Max has a wild idea! The Hornets are buzzing (34:06), which leads to today’s Get Rich Quick on their future, and LaMelo Ball’s impact. While Five Minute Max finds Kellerman still stuck on Wednesday’s Thunder-Knicks game. Lastly, we close the show out
Latest NBA Trends, And Which Players of the Past Would Thrive Today?
After some life lessons from Rich, Max begins with his latest thoughts on how Karl-Anthony Towns and the Knicks are playing (7:47). Then, a conversation about playing the right way leads to the latest Anthony Edwards performance, as well as how good the Hornets have been. Next, what does Max think about Draymond’s comments concerning Nico Harrison, Luka Doncic, and a media double standard (25:31)?
Paths to a Championship, NFL Combine, and Respect Between Eras
Right off the bat we've got a '400 Degreez' by Juvenile album update and a Geek squad rant, before jumping into the latest in the NBA world (7:10): Do the Knicks have a path to a championship? What does it mean that JJ got in Luka’s face? And is it time to take the Wolves seriously as contenders? Today’s Get Rich Quick (44:44) touches on a debate between eras, and turns into a conversation about r
Ant’s Heroics, Get Rich Quick Rumors, and More Emails
It’s been a busy week in the NBA: The guys start with the Ant-Man and his clutch shot last night (7:29). They also touch on the Lakers' bad loss, including more on Luka Doncic, which ends up as today’s Five Minute Max (23:31). Then, it’s Get Rich Quick time (29:50): Rumors about him, his company and their future plans, all complete with a visual aid! Lastly, more emails (47:37): A follow-up to the
Finals Previews, MVP Criteria, and Popularity vs. Fame
There are two marquee games tonight (7:19); which is a more likely Finals preview? Thunder-Pistons or Celtics-Nuggets? Max gives Rich props on his Pistons take, but it’s SPURRED a different thought (13:11): Why aren’t people saying that San Antonio is the best team? What is he missing? Next, today’s Get Rich Quick breaks down the difference between being popular and famous (22:53), while a discuss
Jaylen vs. Luka, KAT vs. Shaq, Ant vs. Maxey, and Your Emails!
Rich and Max begin by debating whether they’d rather have access or money before teasing a bigger discussion about social media. But they have to get to Celtics-Lakers (8:15), where the guys were together courtside yesterday rubbing shoulders with Pat Riley. After reminiscing about those classic Showtime teams, Max gives his thoughts on who he’d rather have, Jaylen Brown or Luka Doncic (16:16). Ne
Cade Cowboy’s Up, First Team All-NBA, and the Truth About Darryn Peterson
If you’re just a listener to this show, Rich’s outfit today has to be seen to be believed. The guys start with the Pistons' impressive win in the Garden (8:29): Are they the team to beat in the East? If not them, who? And inspired by Cade Cunningham’s performance, and Zach Lowe’s first pass at All-NBA teams, Max and Rich run through who would be on their ballots (29:31). Then, today’s Five-Minute
Face of the NBA, More on Tanking, and a College Basketball Primer
The guys begin with a conversation about hoarding that turns into a deeper conversation about life! Then, a dead spot in the sports calendar has led to more chatter about “you know who” (9:16), which leads the fellas to continue the ongoing “face of the league” discussion. That conversation stumbles into who the BEST player in the league is (26:10), and Rich’s answer may surprise you! Today’s Five
NBA Positivity: A Winning All-Star Game and a Look Ahead to the Stretch Run
This year’s NBA All-Star Game was a win (5:05). Why? Was it the format or the players' attitudes? Max still thinks a tweak could make it even better. The dunk contest, on the other hand (19:10), didn’t go as well, but Rich still had some great stories from the weekend. Today’s edition of Five Minute Max (31:08) touches on baseball’s upcoming labor war and what the issues are. Lastly, the fellas ta
NBA Incentives, Loyalty, and Fitting In
After discussing Rich’s busy day ahead of All-Star Weekend, the guys get into some NBA incentives (7:44): first, a possible fix to the draft that would help with tanking. Rich has a great idea, but Max wants to remind everyone that perfect is the enemy of good—we just need some improvement. Next, Max pitches an incentive-driven fix for the All-Star Game (30:35). Rich agrees; however, he still want
NBA Tanking, Pat Riley’s Mindset, and Science vs. Religion
Big news! Have a question, comment, or idea for the show? Let the fellas hear it by emailing GameOver@spotify.com! The show begins with today’s hottest NBA topic, tanking (4:58). However, Max and Rich's thoughts on the matter and how big of an issue it is may surprise you. There’s a recent quote from Pat Riley going around (36:24) that has the guys thinking about where the league is heading, some
Super Bowl Stars, Bad Bunny’s Big Night, and Kevin Durant’s Decision
After a brief discussion of their weekend hobbies, the guys dive into the headlines from Super Bowl LX (9:06): Kenneth Walker won the MVP and the Seahawks had an unsung hero on the sidelines, but was there really a star-making performance? The fellas also go through some other takeaways from yesterday, including Sam Darnold’s status and Bad Bunny’s performance (19:58). Then, a discussion about Dra
Postdeadline Thoughts, a Generation Gone Soft, and Super Bowl Predictions!
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
The NBA Trade Deadline Heats Up, and a Star Will Be Born at the Super Bowl
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 d
Super Bowl Week, NBA Trade Deadline, and Back-to-School Players
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 pla
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