Zach is joined by Rob Mahoney to discuss how Victor Wembanyama's and Luka Doncic’s injuries affect postseason awards and the Western Conference playoffs. Plus, they dissect what’s gone wrong in Chicago, dive into the Bucks-Giannis dysfunction, and compare their all-rookie teams.

(0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!

(2:09) Rob Mahoney joins the show!

(3:14) Victor Wembanyama leaves game with bruised rib

(11:37) All-defense team picks

(18:48) All-NBA team picks

(38:21) No timetable for Luka’s return

(43:27) How to navigate the Western Conference playoffs

(54:22) Inside the Bucks and Giannis dysfunction

(1:07:04) Chicago Bulls disarray continues

(1:17:52) All-rookie teams

Host: Zach Lowe

Guest: Rob Mahoney

Producers: Mike Wargon, Jonathan Frias, and Billy Gil

Social: Keith Fujimoto

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