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A blockbuster trade scenario linking Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Orlando Magic emerged this week after NBA analyst Zach Lowe proposed the idea on the latest episode of The Zach Lowe Show.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 21

Zach Lowe gives rare compliment to Hornets star LaMelo Ball

All of the metrics generally agree that LaMelo Ball as a shooter is not a very efficient player. The Charlotte Hornets guard can take and make any shot on the floor, but the problem is that he takes them too often and doesn't make them often enough.

NBA News / The SportsRush / January 13

Miami Heat Likely Not Interested in Ja Morant, Per Zach Lowe

The NBA trade deadline is just over three weeks away, which means the rumor mill is currently working overtime. Contenders will be looking to fortify their rosters for a playoff run, tanking teams will offload players for future assets, and disgruntled stars and teams will just be looking for a change.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / January 8

Zach Lowe lavishes praise on Scottie Barnes

On the most recent edition of The Zach Lowe Show, Zach Lowe and Rob Mahoney went over their All-Star picks for the 2025-26 NBA season, and they both sang high praise for Toronto’s Scottie Barnes.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / January 7

'They’re a straight up dominant team with Giannis on the floor': Zach Lowe says Bucks are contenders with Giannis Antetokounmpo on the floor

Despite a tough season, the Milwaukee Bucks have proven they can still compete when Giannis Antetokounmpo is on the court. NBA analyst Zach Lowe highlighted

Utah Jazz News / SLC Dunk / January 5

Utah Jazz Intel: Will the Jazz go for the play-in or try to keep their pick?

The Utah Jazz are 3-7 in their last ten games, with two of those wins being against the Detroit Pistons and the San Antonio Spurs. Those Spurs being the team that just dominated the Oklahoma City Thunder the game before.

NBA News / WI Sports Heroics / January 3

Risks loom large but Zach Lowe believes Bucks could make a play for Anthony Davis

The Milwaukee Bucks appear eager to make a move before the NBA Trade Deadline, but chasing Anthony Davis might be overreaching. On the latest episode of The Zach Lowe Show, Lowe suggested that teams struggling to contend, like the Bucks or LA Clippers, could target the reportedly available Davis to try to boost their championship hopes.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 29

Zach Lowe of The Ringer Notes the Impact of Tari Eason as a Rockets Starter

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.

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.

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.

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / November 25

Why Zach Lowe believes Gabe Vincent is finally becoming the piece LA expected in 2023

The Los Angeles Lakers have managed to stay on track this season thanks largely to their depth. While Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves have grabbed most of the headlines, the rest of the roster has quietly played a key role in keeping things moving forward.

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.

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?

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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