What We Think We Know About the 2026-27 NBA Season | Group Chat
Summary
The Ringer’s NBA crew returns from a break to discuss offseason updates, including Justin Verrier’s tomato garden and Rob Mahoney’s Phoebe Bridgers tour. They analyze the Lakers’ new Luka Dončić-centric identity and express concern over the Timberwolves’ risky signing of Jonathan Kuminga. The episode concludes with Kyle Mann predicting Cooper Flagg will be an All-Star in his rookie season.
Topics discussed
Welcome back, offseason updates, and personal anecdotes
Sponsors, schedule uncertainty, and NBA team ownership
Lakers analysis: Luka Doncic era and roster fit
Jonathan Kuminga to Timberwolves and Victor Wembanyama
Sponsor break and Phoenix Suns trade for Peyton Watson
Detroit Pistons: Jalen Duren contract and roster concerns
San Antonio Spurs depth, France trip, and final thoughts
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