Chris Mannix
@sichrismannix.bsky.social
Senior Writer, Sports Illustrated. Analyst, DAZN Boxing. Analyst, NBC Sports. Podcaster: Open Floor, Boxing with Mannix and Mora
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Woj’s Next Chapter: Why the Preeminent NBA News Breaker Walked Away
The biggest media story in 2024 was Adrian Wojnarowski leaving his lucrative job at ESPN to go back to St. Bonaventure as the men’s basketball general manager.
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NEW: Why did Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) walk away from ESPN? A grueling schedule, a health scare and a deep love for his alma mater. Inside the most stunning media story of the year www.si.com/college-bask...
NEW pod w/The Telegraph's Gareth A Davies
▪️Inside the making of Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua
▪️Does AJ deserve criticism?
▪️What is Conor Benn's future? ⬇️ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i...
▪️Inside the making of Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua
▪️Does AJ deserve criticism?
▪️What is Conor Benn's future? ⬇️ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i...
It’s Jake vs. Joshua
Podcast Episode · Boxing with Mannix and Mora · 11/17/2025 · 43m
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November 17, 2025 at 8:25 PM
NEW pod w/The Telegraph's Gareth A Davies
▪️Inside the making of Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua
▪️Does AJ deserve criticism?
▪️What is Conor Benn's future? ⬇️ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i...
▪️Inside the making of Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua
▪️Does AJ deserve criticism?
▪️What is Conor Benn's future? ⬇️ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i...
Anthony Davis (calf) will be reevaluated in the next 7-10 days, per Mavs.
November 16, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Anthony Davis (calf) will be reevaluated in the next 7-10 days, per Mavs.
NEW pod w/Sergio Mora: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b...
Benn's Revenge
Podcast Episode · Boxing with Mannix and Mora · 11/16/2025 · 35m
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November 16, 2025 at 9:07 PM
NEW pod w/Sergio Mora: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b...
Column: The Thunder are great.
Again.
And they are only going to get better www.si.com/nba/why-thun...
Again.
And they are only going to get better www.si.com/nba/why-thun...
Why the Thunder Could Be Better Than Last Season’s Champion Team
The “well-oiled machine” looks like it could zoom past 70 wins and Oklahoma City doesn’t even have all the pieces in place yet.
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November 14, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Column: The Thunder are great.
Again.
And they are only going to get better www.si.com/nba/why-thun...
Again.
And they are only going to get better www.si.com/nba/why-thun...
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Column: The Mavs needed a clean slate.
Which meant Nico Harrison had to go.
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Which meant Nico Harrison had to go.
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Mavericks Had to Fire Nico Harrison After Luka Dončić Trade Debacle
Dallas now has a fresh start as the Patrick Dumont–led franchise tries to repair trust with fans ahead of plans to do more than just win games.
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November 11, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Column: The Mavs needed a clean slate.
Which meant Nico Harrison had to go.
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Which meant Nico Harrison had to go.
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Has age caught up to the Clippers? www.youtube.com/watch?v=gT8K...
The Clippers Are Old, Slow, & Playing Zero Defense | Chris Mannix & Rachel Nichols
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November 12, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Has age caught up to the Clippers? www.youtube.com/watch?v=gT8K...
Column: The Mavs needed a clean slate.
Which meant Nico Harrison had to go.
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Which meant Nico Harrison had to go.
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Mavericks Had to Fire Nico Harrison After Luka Dončić Trade Debacle
Dallas now has a fresh start as the Patrick Dumont–led franchise tries to repair trust with fans ahead of plans to do more than just win games.
www.si.com
November 11, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Column: The Mavs needed a clean slate.
Which meant Nico Harrison had to go.
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Which meant Nico Harrison had to go.
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NEW: Boxing needs Ortiz-Boots, Teofimo closing in on a showdown with Shakur, Jake Paul not ready to give up the AJ chase. More in this week's Monday Musings ⬇️ www.si.com/boxing/must-...
Boxing Can’t Afford to Botch a Vergil Ortiz-Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis Showdown
After Ortiz’s dominant win in Fort Worth this weekend, it’s up to promoters to seal what Oscar De La Hoya is calling “the biggest fight in recent history.”
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November 10, 2025 at 6:51 PM
NEW: Boxing needs Ortiz-Boots, Teofimo closing in on a showdown with Shakur, Jake Paul not ready to give up the AJ chase. More in this week's Monday Musings ⬇️ www.si.com/boxing/must-...
NEW pod with Sergio Mora podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b...
Vergil Shines and it's Boots Time
Podcast Episode · Boxing with Mannix and Mora · 11/10/2025 · 55m
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November 10, 2025 at 6:22 PM
NEW pod with Sergio Mora podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b...
Dallas is 2-7 with what feels like an absolute must-win in Washington tomorrow. The Mavs three-point shooting continues to be abysmal: Dallas connected on 25.9% of its threes against Memphis. Klay 0-5 tonight.
November 8, 2025 at 3:44 AM
Dallas is 2-7 with what feels like an absolute must-win in Washington tomorrow. The Mavs three-point shooting continues to be abysmal: Dallas connected on 25.9% of its threes against Memphis. Klay 0-5 tonight.
NEW pod with Sergio Mora open.spotify.com/episode/7maQ...
Vergil Ortiz's Moment
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November 7, 2025 at 5:41 PM
NEW pod with Sergio Mora open.spotify.com/episode/7maQ...
New @sportsillustrated.bsky.social NBA newsletter dropping today:
▪️Caught up with Lauri Markkanen on his early season surge and his future in Utah
▪️How Ryan Rollins entered the MIP conversation
▪️How three-point shooting has become the Mavs biggest problem. Subscribe ⬇️ www.si.com/newsletter-nba
▪️Caught up with Lauri Markkanen on his early season surge and his future in Utah
▪️How Ryan Rollins entered the MIP conversation
▪️How three-point shooting has become the Mavs biggest problem. Subscribe ⬇️ www.si.com/newsletter-nba
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November 7, 2025 at 4:03 PM
New @sportsillustrated.bsky.social NBA newsletter dropping today:
▪️Caught up with Lauri Markkanen on his early season surge and his future in Utah
▪️How Ryan Rollins entered the MIP conversation
▪️How three-point shooting has become the Mavs biggest problem. Subscribe ⬇️ www.si.com/newsletter-nba
▪️Caught up with Lauri Markkanen on his early season surge and his future in Utah
▪️How Ryan Rollins entered the MIP conversation
▪️How three-point shooting has become the Mavs biggest problem. Subscribe ⬇️ www.si.com/newsletter-nba
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The Miami Heat Are Forming A New, Fast Identity | Evan Turner & @sichrismannix.bsky.social @sportsillustrated.bsky.social
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The Heat Are Playing Without the Pick & Roll | Evan Turner & Chris Mannix
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November 2, 2025 at 4:16 PM
The Miami Heat Are Forming A New, Fast Identity | Evan Turner & @sichrismannix.bsky.social @sportsillustrated.bsky.social
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NEW: Jake Paul latest, Anthony Joshua talks, Pat Brown impresses, Ryan Garcia-Mario Barrios buzz, more. Monday boxing musings: www.si.com/boxing/jake-...
With Netflix Fight in Jeopardy, Jake Paul Has Plenty of Options for a Replacement
Paul’s team has approached several fighters to potentially replace Tank Davis for a new date. Plus, other notes from a busy weekend in boxing.
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November 3, 2025 at 5:45 PM
NEW: Jake Paul latest, Anthony Joshua talks, Pat Brown impresses, Ryan Garcia-Mario Barrios buzz, more. Monday boxing musings: www.si.com/boxing/jake-...
Representatives for Jake Paul have made an offer for Ryan Garcia to fight Paul in December, two sources with knowledge of the offer told @sportsillustrated.bsky.social. Garcia is not the only opponent Paul’s team has approached, as they aggressively pursue a replacement for Gervonta Davis.
November 1, 2025 at 3:19 AM
Representatives for Jake Paul have made an offer for Ryan Garcia to fight Paul in December, two sources with knowledge of the offer told @sportsillustrated.bsky.social. Garcia is not the only opponent Paul’s team has approached, as they aggressively pursue a replacement for Gervonta Davis.
Netflix and reps for Jake Paul have been exploring potential replacements for Gervonta Davis, sources familiar with the situation told @sportsillustrated.bsky.social. Paul-Davis, scheduled for November 14th, is in limbo after new allegations of domestic violence against Davis.
October 31, 2025 at 11:59 PM
Netflix and reps for Jake Paul have been exploring potential replacements for Gervonta Davis, sources familiar with the situation told @sportsillustrated.bsky.social. Paul-Davis, scheduled for November 14th, is in limbo after new allegations of domestic violence against Davis.
NEW pod w/Evan Turner:
▪️Miami's fast (paced) start
▪️Orlando's identity crisis
▪️Philadelphia guards keep them undefeated
▪️Bulls bench carrying Chicago ⬇️ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...
▪️Miami's fast (paced) start
▪️Orlando's identity crisis
▪️Philadelphia guards keep them undefeated
▪️Bulls bench carrying Chicago ⬇️ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...
NBA Surprises & Disappointments So Far (w/ Evan Turner)
Podcast Episode · Open Floor: SI's NBA Show · 10/31/2025 · 51m
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October 31, 2025 at 8:52 PM
NEW pod w/Evan Turner:
▪️Miami's fast (paced) start
▪️Orlando's identity crisis
▪️Philadelphia guards keep them undefeated
▪️Bulls bench carrying Chicago ⬇️ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...
▪️Miami's fast (paced) start
▪️Orlando's identity crisis
▪️Philadelphia guards keep them undefeated
▪️Bulls bench carrying Chicago ⬇️ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...
In today's @sportsillustrated.bsky.social NBA newsletter -- Mailbag Edition!
▪️Can Miami win with this frenetic offense?
▪️Orlando's identity crisis
▪️Bulls bench leading its surprising start
▪️Plus Sixers, Pelicans and more! Subscribe ⬇️ www.si.com/newsletter-nba
▪️Can Miami win with this frenetic offense?
▪️Orlando's identity crisis
▪️Bulls bench leading its surprising start
▪️Plus Sixers, Pelicans and more! Subscribe ⬇️ www.si.com/newsletter-nba
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October 31, 2025 at 3:01 PM
In today's @sportsillustrated.bsky.social NBA newsletter -- Mailbag Edition!
▪️Can Miami win with this frenetic offense?
▪️Orlando's identity crisis
▪️Bulls bench leading its surprising start
▪️Plus Sixers, Pelicans and more! Subscribe ⬇️ www.si.com/newsletter-nba
▪️Can Miami win with this frenetic offense?
▪️Orlando's identity crisis
▪️Bulls bench leading its surprising start
▪️Plus Sixers, Pelicans and more! Subscribe ⬇️ www.si.com/newsletter-nba
The NBA's Board of Governors has unanimously approved the sale of the Lakers to Mark Walter. Jeanie Buss will remain the team’s Governor for a period of at least five years following the closing of the transaction, per NBA.
October 30, 2025 at 4:09 PM
The NBA's Board of Governors has unanimously approved the sale of the Lakers to Mark Walter. Jeanie Buss will remain the team’s Governor for a period of at least five years following the closing of the transaction, per NBA.
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Inside Wemby's hot start: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGij...
Why the 'Wolves need to lean into a defensive identity w/Edwards out: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SRBq...
Inside Wemby's hot start: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGij...
Why the 'Wolves need to lean into a defensive identity w/Edwards out: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SRBq...
Victor Wembanyama developing into a 'vocal leader' and two-way force - Chris Mannix | NBA on NBC
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October 28, 2025 at 4:46 PM
For @nbaonnbc.bsky.social:
Inside Wemby's hot start: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGij...
Why the 'Wolves need to lean into a defensive identity w/Edwards out: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SRBq...
Inside Wemby's hot start: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGij...
Why the 'Wolves need to lean into a defensive identity w/Edwards out: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SRBq...
NEW #OpenFloor with @rachel-nichols.bsky.social:
▪️Inside Wemby's scorching start
▪️Ant Edwards injury in Minnesota
▪️The Mike Brown fit in New York
▪️Boston's early season issues ⬇️ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/w...
▪️Inside Wemby's scorching start
▪️Ant Edwards injury in Minnesota
▪️The Mike Brown fit in New York
▪️Boston's early season issues ⬇️ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/w...
Wemby's Unreal Start & Boston's Playoff Despair (w/ Rachel Nichols)
Podcast Episode · Open Floor: SI's NBA Show · 10/28/2025 · 52m
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October 28, 2025 at 4:38 PM
NEW #OpenFloor with @rachel-nichols.bsky.social:
▪️Inside Wemby's scorching start
▪️Ant Edwards injury in Minnesota
▪️The Mike Brown fit in New York
▪️Boston's early season issues ⬇️ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/w...
▪️Inside Wemby's scorching start
▪️Ant Edwards injury in Minnesota
▪️The Mike Brown fit in New York
▪️Boston's early season issues ⬇️ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/w...
NEW pod w/Sergio Mora:
▪️Inside the Fabio Wardley shocker
▪️Can Wardley compete with Usyk?
▪️Chisora-Whyte trilogy
▪️Muratalla-Cruz set — or is it?
Plus Mikaela Mayer joins the show! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b...
▪️Inside the Fabio Wardley shocker
▪️Can Wardley compete with Usyk?
▪️Chisora-Whyte trilogy
▪️Muratalla-Cruz set — or is it?
Plus Mikaela Mayer joins the show! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b...
A Wild Wardley Win
Podcast Episode · Boxing with Mannix and Mora · 10/27/2025 · 56m
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October 27, 2025 at 9:46 PM
NEW pod w/Sergio Mora:
▪️Inside the Fabio Wardley shocker
▪️Can Wardley compete with Usyk?
▪️Chisora-Whyte trilogy
▪️Muratalla-Cruz set — or is it?
Plus Mikaela Mayer joins the show! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b...
▪️Inside the Fabio Wardley shocker
▪️Can Wardley compete with Usyk?
▪️Chisora-Whyte trilogy
▪️Muratalla-Cruz set — or is it?
Plus Mikaela Mayer joins the show! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b...
NEW FIGHTER & THE WRITER! www.dazn.com/en-us/home/A...
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October 24, 2025 at 8:51 PM
NEW FIGHTER & THE WRITER! www.dazn.com/en-us/home/A...
Column: As the NBA tries to determine the blast radius of the latest gambling scandal, Damon Jones’s alleged involvement stands out. Jones, says a high ranking team official, “is the NBA’s biggest liability.” www.si.com/nba/damon-jo...
Damon Jones, Not Chauncey Billups, Is ‘NBA’s Biggest Liability’ in Gambling Scandal
The former NBA player’s indictment included a reference to LeBron James, which could be worrisome for how non-public information was shared.
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October 23, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Column: As the NBA tries to determine the blast radius of the latest gambling scandal, Damon Jones’s alleged involvement stands out. Jones, says a high ranking team official, “is the NBA’s biggest liability.” www.si.com/nba/damon-jo...