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EPISODE · Apr 28, 2026 · 1H 36M

Next Steps for Denver? Plus, Reaves’s Return, and Pistons on the Brink!

from The Zach Lowe Show · host The Ringer

Zach is joined by Rob Mahoney to discuss what Austin Reaves’s return would mean for the Lakers. Then, they ponder what’s next for the Rockets, if the Nuggets' championship window is coming to an end, and how the Pistons can come back against the Magic. Finally, they break down who has the edge in TOR-CLE and close the show by sharing two winners and two losers of the postseason so far. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:21) Rob Mahoney joins the show! (7:04) Austin Reaves optimistic to return for Game 5 (10:42) If the Rockets lose, what does their future look like? (18:20) Cooper Flagg wins Rookie of the Year (20:29) Lottery reform gaining momentum (27:05) Would it feel hollow if Denver wins this series? (32:17) Is Denver’s window shut? (43:10) Final thoughts on MIN-DEN (48:10) Magic have Detroit on the brink (58:51) Toronto-Cleveland is tied at 2 (1:09:25) If the Cavs lose, it would be more disappointing than the Pistons losing (1:11:47) What’s next for the Phoenix Suns (1:20:33) Two winners and losers of the postseason so far Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Rob Mahoney Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto and Michael Szokoli Order and it will come. Like today. 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

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