The Zach Lowe Show

Zach is joined by Mo Dakhil to discuss the biggest stories around the league, including Jalen Williams's return and who they believe should win the MVP. Then, they try to make sense of a messy East before revealing their All-Rookie selections. Finally, Tate Frazier comes on to preview all eight Sweet 16 matchups.

(0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!

(2:10) Mo Dakhil joins the show

(3:00) Jalen Williams returns

(13:48) Lakers' win streak comes to an end

(23:44) MVP race preview

(33:28) Can we make sense of the East?

(50:03) All-Rookie team selections

(1:07:32) Tate Frazier joins the show to preview the Sweet 16!

(1:09:30) Thursday’s Sweet 16 games

(1:21:03) Friday’s Sweet 16 games

Host: Zach Lowe

Guests: Mo Dakhil and Tate Frazier

Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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Zach is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to react to the news that Cade Cunningham has a collapsed lung. Then, they rail against the 65-game requirement to make an All-NBA team before discussing Boston’s threat in the East, what will happen with Giannis, and the contenders in the West.

(0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!

(2:24) Kirk Goldsberry joins the show!

(4:15) The Pistons are suddenly vulnerable

(8:32) The 65-game rule is stupid

(24:46) Boston scares me in the Eastern Conference

(29:50) Giannis and Bucks at odds

(39:44) Lakers have been great

(58:32) What will happen if Houston loses early?

(1:02:47) CAWCAW! The Hawks have won 11-straight games

(1:12:57) Most-improved players

(1:20:18) Quick thoughts on expansion

Host: Zach Lowe

Guest: Kirk Goldsberry

Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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Live from New York, it’s The Zach Lowe Show! Zach starts the show by explaining why New York is so special to him (0:00). Then, Howard Beck comes on for a look at the Eastern Conference (5:25) before David Jacoby joins to draft the craziest moments in Knicks history (22:41). Finally, comedian Sam Morril reveals the teams and players he absolutely hates as a Knicks fan (1:04:14).

Host: Zach Lowe

Guests: Howard Beck, David Jacoby, and Sam Morril

Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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Zach is joined by Rob Mahoney to break down SGA passing Wilt Chamberlain’s 20-point streak record before sharing their thoughts on Bam Adebayo’s 83-point night. Then, they discuss how the Lakers have looked recently before pivoting to the east. Next, Jon Krawczynski comes on to talk all things Timberwolves and reveal whether he thinks they can right the ship.

Host: Zach Lowe

Guests: Rob Mahoney and Jon Krawczynski

Producers: Mike Wargon, Tony Stefanelli, Nick Kosut, and Oscar De La Luz

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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Zach is joined by John Hollinger to discuss whether Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has surpassed Nikola Jokic as the league’s best player. Then, they cover Jayson Tatum’s return and reveal their All-Defensive teams. Next, Zach share random thoughts from around the league before Nick Friedell comes on to break down this season for the Warriors, the Jonathan Kuminga split, and what comes next.

(0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!

(2:36) John Hollinger joins the show!

(4:16) Did SGA cement his MVP case last night?

(21:32) Tatum is back!

(35:42) All-Defensive teams

(49:22) Why Victor Wembanyama is the Defensive Player of the Year

(52:58) One nice thing about a tanking team

(56:48) Zach’s random thoughts

(1:09:26) Nick Friedell on the Warriors

(1:16:22) How will this team fare the rest of the season?

(1:26:56) Ready for the Kuminga bowl?

(1:32:42) What does the future hold for the Warriors?

Host: Zach Lowe

Guests: John Hollinger and Nick Friedell

Producers: Mike Wargon and Oscar De La Luz

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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