Austin Rivers sounds like Rich Paul has a podcast
LeBron James he wouldn’t be where he is without the help of his longtime agent and a friend Rich Paul. In addition to his role as an agent, Paul has had his hands full with his podcast Game Over with Max Kellerman.
However, not everyone is too keen on Paul having a podcast. One of those harsh critics is a former NBA player Austin Rivers. On his podcast, Off-Guard with Austin Rivers, he heavily criticized Paul for the podcast.
“Why do you even have a podcast?… You’re not a fucking gamer,” he said. “I don’t know any other agent that sits there on a podcast talking about deals. Plus, everything you say is going to be a representation of LeBron (James).”
“Why do you even have a podcast?… You’re not a fucking player. I don’t know any other agent that sits there on a podcast talking about deals. Plus, everything you say is going to be a representation of LeBron (James).”
Austin Rivers on Rich Paul 👀pic.twitter.com/hzReflEE1n
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) January 17, 2026
Paul is the founder of the sports agency company Klutch Sports Group. His clients include Anthony Davis, Draymond Green and Fred VanFleet, as well as, of course, James. Lately, Paul has been using his podcast to bring attention to certain issues, especially those related to the Lakers.
Recently he ended his conflict with Austin Reeves’ agent, Reggie Berry. In addition, he suggested the Lakers tdo Reaves for Jaren Jackson Jr. from the Memphis Grizzlies. A a proposal that has met with criticism by Stephen A. Smith.
If that wasn’t enough, Paul used his podcast to say that the Lakers are not title contenders. Also, he shouted hip-hop legend Fat Joe, who told Paul that James was his “bread and butter” during a tense GOAT debate.
Rivers played 11 seasons in the NBA from 2012 to 2023.
2026-01-17 18:59:00
