# What Giannis’s Return Means for the Bottom of the East. Plus, Trouble in Denver?

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Podcast: [The Zach Lowe Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-zach-lowe-show-7275676)
Published: 2026-03-03T18:40:00+00:00
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Zach is joined by Mo Dakhil to discuss Giannis’s return to the lineup and then break down the 6-11 seeds in the Eastern Conference. Then, they head to the West to question if it’s time to begin worrying about the Nuggets and if the Thunder are now the villains of the league. (0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show! (2:36) Mo Dakhil joins the show! (3:50) Giannis returns (13:48) Breaking down the 6-11 seeds in the East (14:54) Philadelphia 76ers (23:28) Orlando Magic (30:15) Miami Heat (37:49) Atlanta Hawks (47:26) Charlotte Hornets (55:19) Which of these teams will actually make the playoffs (56:50) Are we beginning to worry about the Nuggets? (1:12:40) Are the Thunder villains now? (1:16:14) Push-offs are becoming a problem Host: Zach Lowe Guest: Mo Dakhil Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil Social: Keith Fujimoto This episode is presented by State Farm®️. Dishing the assists you need off the court. State Farm®️ with the Assist. 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

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