On The Ball with Ric Bucher

Ric sits down with 3x NBA All-Star and NBA MVP point guard for the Detroit Pistons, Derrick Rose, for a candid discussion about his career, why he never responded to his critics, and more.

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In this episode, Will and Ric debate whether the Patriots will fare any better the next time they face the Ravens. The fellas also play Survives-Thrives-Dives with a half-dozen struggling NFL head co…

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On today's episode, Ric shares why he believes the Warriors and Lakers have the same problem - and which of the two teams has the worst problem. Also, Bucher considers whether we need to revise our l…

Today, Ric and Ryan discuss why Kawhi looked so much better than LeBron in the Lakers-Clippers season opener -- Ryan has a good explanation that should offer hope for Lakers' fans. Also today, change…

Will joins Ric for another round of in-depth discussion about the NFL. Today, the fellas offer their top picks and analysis of football players and teams as of Week 7, football fans in the UK vs USA,…

Today, Ric Bucher shares why there's a reason to watch 28 of the 30 NBA teams, and which two do not deserve your attention. Also, Ric reveals the 5 teams you should watch early because they may not b…

On this episode, Ric and Ryan focus in on China and what our hosts have both learned from their experiences overseas that makes it no surprise the NBA -- and its teams, particularly while they're ove…

Today, Ric Bucher gives his take on the Warriors and Lakers after their first preseason games, the NBA-China drama over Rockets former GM Daryl Morey, Jimmy Butler working out at 3:30am, and more.

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On this episode, Ric and Ryan discuss the LeBron saying the Lakers offense has to run through Anthony Davis, the Warriors' new arena facility in San Francisco, crazy preseason trips Ryan made as a NB…

Today, Ric Bucher discusses what a nothing burger James Harden's new shot is, and why 'Best of' lists are the bane of everyone's existence.

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In their usual way, Ric and Ryan analyze the good, bad, and ugly of the upcoming 2019-20 NBA season and ask a number of thought-provoking questions, like: will the Warriors be a title contender, can …

Today, Ric and Will evaluate young NFL QBs like Baker Mayfield and their future in the league, the limits placed on defensive players in relation to QB's, and more.

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Today, Ric Bucher shares his thoughts on over/underrated NBA teams, the players who will either help or hinder them throughout the upcoming 2019-20 NBA season, and more. 

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In another amazing episode, Ric and Ryan share why they take issue with Lavar Ball calling Lonzo "damaged goods". The guys also discuss NBA anti-tampering rules, whether or not LaMelo Ball's social m…

Broadcasting from London, Will joins Ric for an in-depth discussion about NY Giants benching Eli Manning, the time a 16 year old Jalen Ramsey handed Will his business card, and more.

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Ric Bucher discusses troubled professional athletes in the NBA and NFL and their value - or lack thereof - to the teams who sign them. Ric focuses on two players in particular, DeMarcus Cousins and A…

Today, Ric and Ryan discuss Team USA playing for 5th place, the risk vs reward of top NBA players being on that team, Jerry Colangelo's plans for the future of the squad, LeBron's Taco Tuesday reject…

This episode, Will is broadcasting from London to join Ric for an in-depth discussion about the Antonio Brown - Patriots signing, football in London, the Broncos-Raiders game, and more.

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From Chicago, Ric discusses Urban Meyer's football prowess vs. his character.  Bucher also offers his assessment of elite physical talent vs. mental toughness and discipline, Antonio Brown, and more.…