Ric examines the performances in the Milwaukee Bucks' decisive win over the Brooklyn Nets and the Golden State Warriors out-dueling the Los Angeles Lakers to open the 2021-22 NBA season.

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Ric discusses the Orlando Magic making Duke forward Paolo Banchero the No. 1 pick and two draft picks -- Jaden Ivey and Bennedict Mathurin -- challenging LeBron James.

Thoughts on Banchero Going No. 1 and Rookies Going at LeBron

Ric discusses the perception of Steph Curry before and after his performance in the 2022 NBA Finals.

Steph Curry: Overrated, Under-appreciated or ?

Ric examines why the Boston Celtics find themselves on the brink of elimination from the NBA Finals.

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Ric discusses the criticism of Coach Steve Kerr's player rotations in the NBA Finals.

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Ric examines the Golden State Warriors' comments after their Game 1 loss in the NBA Finals to the Boston Celtics.

The Warriors Need to get Honest with Themselves

Ric shares his expectations for the NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and Boston Celtics.

Preview and Predictions for Game 1 of the NBA Finals

Ric discusses all that transpired as the Boston Celtics beat the Miami Heat for the Eastern Conference Finals' title.

Biggest Takeaways from Celtics-Heat Game 7

Ric examines the dramatic swings in the first five games of the Eastern Conference Finals and what they portend for who will face the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals.

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Ric examines how the Dallas Mavericks avoided a sweep in the Western Conference Finals with a Game 4 win and a troubling trend extended by the Golden State Warriors in the loss.

The Mavericks Learned a Lesson

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