Game Over with Max Kellerman and Rich Paul

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 us at Game Over that even caught Rich by surprise. Have a question for Max and Rich? Leave us a voicemail at 424-240-8341‬. Or send an email to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Guest: Shams Charania Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, Trevor Rabone, and Jeff Shearin Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Alysha Tsuji, Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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; do his comments align with Rich’s stance on starring in your role (19:55)? Bill wonders if Rich is going to be running a team before the year 2033 (25:34), and does his best to convince Rich to get LeBron to Golden State. Then, which fantasy basketball trio would win the most championships (50:24)? Have a question for Max and Rich? Leave us a voicemail at 424-240-8341‬. Or send an email to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Guest: Bill Simmons Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, Trevor Rabone, and Chris Thomas Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Alysha Tsuji, Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 the NBA Draft (45:50). Voicemail is now LIVE. Hit us up at 424-240-8341‬. Or send a note to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, and Trevor Rabone Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Keith Fujimoto and Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 future hold for Trae Young (47:49)? Plus, we look ahead to the NBA draft. Voicemail is now LIVE. Hit us up at 424-240-8341‬. Or send a note to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, and Trevor Rabone Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Jonathan Roemer, Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Theorist Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 contenders need to adjust for next year (58:36)? We also look ahead to the NBA draft (1:08:31) and congratulate friend of the show Tom Dundon after his Carolina Hurricanes won the Stanley Cup. Voicemail is now LIVE. Hit us up at (424) 240-8341‬. Or send a note to gameover@spotify.com. Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: David Jacoby, Chelsea Stark-Jones, Trevor Rabone, and Chris Thomas Director of Photography: Neal Lett Social: Jonathan Roemer, Keith Fujimoto, and Jomi Adeniran The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices