Open Floor: SI's NBA Show

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols return to break down the NBA finally unveiling its punishment for the Los Angeles Clippers and owner Steve Ballmer’s role in the Kawhi Leonard Aspiration scandal. We get into how Pablo Torre’s reporting was the catalyst for the investigation, what the NBA’s own investigation found, whether the Clippers can ever recover from this, and whether Ballmer will sell the team.

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SI's Liam McKeone and Blake Silverman break down Jonathan Kuminga signing a prove-it deal with Minnesota and how much he can help a Timberwolves team desperate for forward depth. We also get into some of our candidates for young players who could break out in 2026–27.

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SI's Liam McKeone and Blake Silverman break down how Mark Walter's legal troubles and Jeannie Buss refusing to sell the team could impact the purchase of the Lakers. We also get into the Cavs upgrading their roster by trading Dennis Schröder, as well as the offseason signings we're still waiting on.

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SI's Liam McKeone and Blake Silverman get into the shocking sale of the Los Angeles Lakers just one year after Mark Walter purchased the team. We also get into Russell Westbrook calling it a career after a memorable 18-year career, and the NBA beginning to release its 2026–27 schedule, including marquee games and matchups to watch for.

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SI's Liam McKeone and Blake Silverman fill in for Chris Mannix as they take a look at whether the Pistons and Timberwolves got better or worse after some major trades, why the Pelicans didn't make any roster moves this offseason, and some under-the-radar moves we liked.

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