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Tari Eason's value on the Houston Rockets has never been a question. There's no debate that he's a key piece for the team. He's a two-way monster who scraps, claws and hustles. He displayed that as a rookie on a team in dire need of a culture shift.

NBA News / The SportsRush / December 26

Zach Lowe Makes Bold Statement About Thunder After Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs Went 3–0 Against Them

The Oklahoma City Thunder looked invincible when the 25/26 season began, getting off to a 24-1 start. But an NBA Cup semifinal clash against the San Antonio Spurs changed everything, with their dream of surpassing the 2016 Warriors slowly fading and the entire squad looking rattled.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / December 20

Bill Simmons, Zach Lowe Bearish on Celtics Trade Deadline Plan

Boston Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens has not made any declarations about what the front office will do to tinker with the roster ahead of the February 5 NBA trade deadline in a few weeks.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / HITC / December 12

Zach Lowe reveals NBA reaction to Thunder’s ruthless start

The Oklahoma City Thunder have started the 2025–26 NBA season with a record-breaking streak. They have now tied the Golden State Warriors for the best start through 25 games at 24-1 after thrashing the Phoenix Suns by 49 points.

Zach Lowe reveals what NBA coach texted him about OKC Thunder and SGA, admitted it was ‘unfair to say’

The Oklahoma City Thunder have been utterly dominant to begin the 2025-26 season. The Oklahoma City Thunder destroyed the Phoenix Suns by 49 points as they tied the Golden State Warriors for the best start through 25 games with a 24-1 record.

Atlanta Hawks News / NBA Analysis Network / December 5

Zach Lowe breaks down why Atlanta Hawks are best trade team for Giannis, but one player is a ‘deal-breaker’

The Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes are well and truly underway, as the NBA world speculates where the Greek superstar’s next destination could be.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / December 4

Zach Lowe names star the Miami Heat would have to give up to get Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors are ramping up. Giannis Antetokounmpo and his agent are reportedly talking to the Milwaukee Bucks about his future and whether that will be in Milwaukee or somewhere else.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 2

Zach Lowe believes LaMelo Ball doesn't want a trade but has one question

An earlier report that LaMelo Ball was open to the Charlotte Hornets trading him was ridiculed by Ball himself. He put a clown emoji on it on social media and told reporters outright that it was false and that it didn't come from him or anyone in his camp.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / November 18

‘Best value free agency signing of the entire offseason’: Zach Lowe on Raptors’ Mamukelashvili

The Toronto Raptors have won eight of their last nine games, and as a result have moved into sole possession of the 3rd seed in the Eastern Conference.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / November 18

‘Coach of the Year candidate’: Zach Lowe praises Raptors’ Darko Rajakovic

The Toronto Raptors are four games above .500 for the first time in a long time, and the vibes are justifiably high. After Monday night’s dramatic 110-108 over the Charlotte Hornets improved the Raptors to 9-5 on the season, folks around the league took notice — even stirring up some early award buzz.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / November 14

Zach Lowe suggests Bucks could trade for Western Conference superstar

Although many players are being discussed, Anthony Davis is not the answer to the Milwaukee Bucks’ current challenges. Yet, on the latest episode of The

NBA News / Fadeaway World / November 12

Zach Lowe Explains How The Clippers Could Acquire Anthony Davis

ESPN’s Zach Lowe floated that a crazy possibility on The Zach Lowe Show, suggesting that the Los Angeles Clippers could make a trade for Anthony Davis if they decide to shake up their struggling roster.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 12

Zach Lowe wants to see Anthony Davis on the Hornets, but it would mean LaMelo exit

In case you haven't noticed, the Dallas Mavericks are an absolute mess. They just fired Nico Harrison (finally), but doing so won't bring back Luka Dončić or restore their fans' interest in the team.

NBA News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / November 7

Zach Lowe's fake Timberwolves trade for Trae Young is a doozy

He doesn't think it will ever happen, but Zach Lowe came up with a fake Timberwolves trade that is, at a minimum, very interesting. His idea: Minnesota sends Rudy Gobert and Jaden McDaniels to the Atlanta Hawks for Trae Young and Kristaps Porzingis.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / November 4

Zach Lowe wonders if Timberwolves will trade to upgrade at point guard

Are the Timberwolves going to ride the continuity train and try to win the rest of the season without making a splashy move, or will they address concerns at point guard before the February trade deadline?

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / October 22

Zach Lowe gives Bucks surprising League Pass rank that contradicts general disdain

National media outlets love nothing better than taking a dump on the Milwaukee Bucks. “Giannis is leaving, the roster sucks, what will they do without Dame?

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / September 23

Zach Lowe Thinks Lakers Should Offer $26 Million Per Year Deal To Underrated Forward

Rui Hachimura has been extension eligible since July 6, and The Ringer's Zach Lowe believes the Los Angeles Lakers should sign him up long-term now. On the latest episode of The Zach Lowe Show, Lowe made the case for why Hachimura deserves to get a deal worth about $26 million a year from the Lakers.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 25

NBA Analyst Responds to Cam Thomas Calling Him Out

Zach Lowe and Cam Thomas are in the midst of a heated back-and-forth over social media. Lowe criticized Thomas for wanting more money than he thinks he deserves.

Brooklyn Nets News / Larry Brown Sports / July 21

Zach Lowe responds to profane shot from NBA guard

Zach Lowe clearly isn’t sweating Cam Thomas’ barbs too much. The Ringer analyst Lowe made some comments last week on his self-titled podcast about the Brooklyn Nets guard Thomas, who is a restricted free agent this summer and remains without a new deal.

Brooklyn Nets News / Fadeaway World / July 19

Cam Thomas Rips Zach Lowe, Dismisses Consensus About Him Being An 'Empty Calories Ball Hog'

Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas has not taken too kindly to a concerning report that recently came out about him from The Ringer's Zach Lowe. Lowe stated that the consensus about Thomas is that he is an "empty calories ball hog," and the 23-year-old went off on the analyst and that narrative on X.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 18

Zach Lowe Predicts Short-Term Deal for Nets RFA Cam Thomas

It's been an eventful day to be a Brooklyn Nets fan or Zach Lowe follower—especially if you're both. Low, the NBA insider, revealed on Wednesday that the consensus around Cam Thomas' restricted free agency is that he's an "empty calories ball hog," which garnered a response from the man himself.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / September 26, 2024

Report: ESPN lays off top NBA writer

Financial concerns have reportedly led ESPN to lay off another top writer. ESPN parted ways with senior NBA writer Zach Lowe on Thursday, according to Andrew Marchand of The Athletic.

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