Game Over with Max Kellerman and Rich Paul

Game Over closes out 2025 by diving into the Nikola Jokic injury: What does it mean for the Nuggets and could it be a blessing in disguise (6:13)? Then, the fellas discuss athletes reaching their potential, particularly in the cases of Cam Reddish and Ben Simmons (18:56). Rich subsequently breaks down the difference in perception when it comes to a player’s journey versus what their ultimate goal may be. Do professional athletes want to play in their hometown; should Anthony Davis try and work his way back home to Chicago? Bill Simmons later offers up a spicy trade for Max and Rich to ponder—who would say no to a LeBron James and Jimmy Butler trade (43:44)? All this, plus a quick take on the CFP quarterfinals, then Max has a win-win way to make your New Year’s resolution! Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jack Wilson, Trevor Rabone, Jon Jones, and Devon Baroldi Director of Photography: Neal Lett The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Game Over returns from a quick holiday break to tackle Sunday’s games, including a wild one between the Bears and the 49ers (5:01). Max makes his way-too-early Super Bowl pick before discussing whether Josh Allen and Justin Herbert can rally the troops enough to make a deep playoff run. Next, Rich’s Browns make Week 18 a play-in game between Pittsburgh and Baltimore (18:32), and why does Max believe John Mara should recuse himself from the football operations of the Giants? Then, the Giannis saga continues after a late-game windmill dunk (39:00), and San Antonio has Oklahoma City’s number. Will that translate to the playoffs?Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich PaulProducers: Jack Wilson, Trevor Rabone, Jon Jones, and Devon BaroldiDirector of Photography: Neal LettThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this holiday edition of Game Over (6:15), two major basketball topics force the guys to consider both the greatest players of all time and the greatest players of the present. Up first, we talk about Kobe’s place in history and why opinions of him vary so widely. Next, thoughts on the 2028 U.S. Olympic team and who should be on it (34:05). They then discuss the perils of gift-giving this time of year and preview the buffet of sports on Christmas Day (51:29). Finally, an age-old question: What does it really mean when meteorologists use percentages to predict the chance of rain?! Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jesse Aron, Trevor Rabone, Kevin Cureghian, Devon Baroldi Director of Photography: Neal Lett The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Game Over begins this week with a look at the wide-open AFC (2:45). Why is Max so interested in Trevor Lawrence and the Jags? Later, the fellas dig into Knicks players gifting their prize money (26:00), as well as whether there’s any concern about the Rockets, including a surprise phone call to a Klutch client! Lastly, quick thoughts on Paul-Joshua, LeBron’s comments about playing on Christmas, and Rich’s advice on how a sports fan should handle watching all the games over the holidays! Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jesse Aron, Trevor Rabone, Kevin Cureghian, and Devon Baroldi Director of Photography: Neal Lett The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On a loaded Friday edition of Game Over (4:57), the guys start with the Seahawks' dramatic win over the Rams. Is this a turning point for Sam Darnold, and is Seattle the team to beat? Over in the AFC, can Bo Nix help the Broncos become contenders (15:06)? Next, we had to get Rich’s thoughts on a debate online about a potential rivalry between LeBron James and Carmelo Anthony (36:47). Finally, with a jam-packed sports weekend ahead, what does Max think about tonight’s fight between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul (52:39)? All that, plus detours on doing homework as a kid, the 2020 NBA draft, and water temperatures in the bath! Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jesse Aron, Trevor Rabone, and Kevin Cureghian Director of Photography: Neal Lett The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s show begins with a mea culpa from Max (3:54): The NBA Cup was great! And not just because his Knicks won. Who was the real MVP of the game? Next, the guys talk about the latest details of Chris Paul’s exit from the Clippers (24:45). Is one side more to blame than the other? Lastly, an ode to Terence Crawford (39:22): why Max calls him a GOAT, comparisons to past fighters, and how this made Rich think of his dinner with Barack Obama! Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jesse Aron, Trevor Rabone, and Kevin Cureghian Director of Photography: Neal Lett The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Max and Rich react to a jam-packed NFL Sunday (4:44), starting with whether or not there’s a changing of the guard happening between Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen. After that, Rich talks about how he thinks the Chiefs should approach next season, and Max gives his opinion on the teams to beat in each conference. Next, to the hardwood to get the guys' reaction to two Klutch clients going at it (37:57). They also discuss whether the upcoming NBA Cup final could be a preview of the actual NBA Finals. Plus, Rich laments his Browns, Max applauds his Knicks, and a special birthday surprise! Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jesse Aron, Trevor Rabone, and Kevin Cureghian Director of Photography: Neal Lett The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Game Over finishes out its first week, Max starts by evaluating the Falcons' decision-making (3:24), in contrast with another team that played last night, but in a different league. Then, he and Rich debate the careers of Manu Ginóbili vs. James Harden, before examining the Thunder’s dominance and what it means for the league (24:36). Later, Rich taps into his Ohio roots to discuss two QBs and their status right now: Joe Burrow and Shedeur Sanders (47:22). Plus, golfing with John Elway, style talk, and how many push-ups can Rich Paul do?!? Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jesse Aron, Trevor Rabone, and Kevin Cureghian Director of Photography: Neal Lett The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys start at the whiteboard, where Max breaks the Phillip Rivers news to Rich (0:00). Then, after watching last night’s NBA action, Max wants to know who the best 2-guards in the league are (4:47). The Knicks' victory also prompts a debate about role players vs. stars (30:54). Plus, did Rich need to put his Mr. Bias hat on for Jalen Hurts? What does he think about Austin Reaves’s current situation? And who was he supposed to have dinner with before he got his dates mixed up?! Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jesse Aron, Trevor Rabone, and Kevin Cureghian Director of Photography: Neal Lett The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the very first episode of Game Over with Max Kellerman and Rich Paul, the guys begin by tackling the state of the Kansas City Chiefs (2:22): Is it really over for them? Who’s rising to take their spot? And what does Patrick Mahomes have in common with 2014 LeBron James? Next, let’s cut right to it: What does Rich see when he watches the Lakers (26:55)? And what does he think about the latest Giannis rumors (50:51)? All that, plus the NBA Cup, Max’s hopeful boxing thought, and much more on the very first Game Over! Hosts: Max Kellerman and Rich Paul Producers: Jesse Aron, Trevor Rabone, and Kevin Cureghian Director of Photography: Neal Lett The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The sports cycle NEVER sleeps, and to keep you locked in on all the latest happenings, Max Kellerman and Rich Paul are teaming up for 'Game Over,' a new podcast from Spotify and The Ringer!Join them every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices