Mad Max’s Hilarious Summer League Stories, BOLD 2026 NBA Predictions & Brutally Honest Giannis Take

There may be no guest that epitomizes ALL THE SMOKE better than Mad Max, Vernon Maxwell. From getting the sh*t slapped out of him by Hakeem Olajuwon to the Spurs hiring a private investigator to tail him, Mad Max shares his side of some iconic stories. Plus, he looks back on his crazy college experience at Florida, unloads on the state of Utah, discusses his two title runs and recounts his battles with MJ. Don't miss one of the most unforgettable ATS episodes ever. -All The Smoke - instagram.com/allthesmoke -All The Smoke Productions - instagram.com/allthesmoke.productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

27 Feb 1h 14min

In this week's episode, Matt is joined in the studio by former NHL star P.K. Subban, fresh off his bold comments comparing the NBA to NFL. Next, Keyon Dooling is back to dive into the latest NBA happenings, including Jimmy Butler's resurgence with the Warriors and the Knicks’ struggles against top teams. Lastly, Rachel Nichols is here to talk all things NBA, from Luka Dončić’s revenge game to a potential USA vs. World All-Star Weekend format.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25 Feb 1h 10min

Legendary comedian and best-selling author D.L. Hughley joins All the Smoke to share his unfiltered thoughts on politics, the evolution of comedy, and more. In this candid conversation, Hughley explains why he felt the need to speak up and why he decided to join the show, saying, "I felt like I had something to say." D.L. also opens up about the state of comedy today and reflects on Katt Williams' explosive 2024 interview. He reveals the real reason he turned down an appearance on Club Shay Shay and takes us down memory lane, reminiscing about the Showtime Lakers and the historic 'Kings Of Comedy' tour. Plus, Hughley shares his thoughts on the ongoing Drake vs. Kendrick debate and gives us an exciting update on his upcoming projectsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

20 Feb 55min

Ain’t no party like a Bay Area party. To kick off All-Star Weekend, we linked up with KG and Oakland legends Marshawn Lynch and JR Rider. As expected, this one delivered some all-time great stories. After you’re done with this, watch COURT OF GOLD, streaming now on Netflix.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 Feb 1h 11min

Witness basketball's most gravity-defying moments through the eyes of ALL THE SMOKE's legendary guests. From Dominique Wilkins breaking down his aerial battles with Michael Jordan to Vince Carter reflecting on his earth-shattering 2000 Dunk Contest performance, this compilation showcases the NBA's most disrespectful dunks in vivid detail. Experience the raw emotions as Alonzo Mourning discusses being on the wrong end of iconic posters, and hear Shaq explain why he made it his mission to destroy every rim in sight. This collection features over 30 unforgettable stories from basketball's greatest high-flyers, including Shawn Kemp's perspective on the art of posterization, Grant Hill picking on Dikembe Mutombo, and Magic Johnson revealing how he taught Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to properly celebrate a dunk. Plus, get the inside scoop on historic moments outside of the NBA like Darvin Ham's backboard-shattering slam and Vince Carter's legendary Olympic dunk over Frederic Weiss. From classic dunk contest showdowns to career-defining posters, these firsthand accounts prove why ALL THE SMOKE remains the premier platform for basketball's most authentic storytelling, where legends come to share their untold stories of rising above the rim and leaving their mark on the game forever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13 Feb 1h 34min

Luka Doncic is officially a Laker, and Matt isn’t holding back on Mavericks’ new owner Patrick Dumont for his wild comments questioning Luka. Stak and special guest Keyon Dooling break it all down—what this means for LeBron’s championship window, how Dallas rebounds, and whether the Lakers just became instant title favorites. With football season in the books, it’s time to lock in on the NBA. The crew tackles Kevin Durant’s rumored frustration in Phoenix, the impact of young phenom Cooper Flagg on the league’s future, and what All The Smoke has planned for NBA All-Star Weekend in San Francisco.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 Feb 43min

Lakers legend Michael Cooper joins All The Smoke for a walk down memory lane that reveals untold stories behind one of basketball's most celebrated defensive titans. The newly inducted Hall of Famer breaks down his incredible journey from junior college underdog to becoming the ultimate "Larry Bird stopper" during the iconic Showtime Lakers era. Cooper pulls back the curtain on his legendary defensive prowess—a career that earned him Defensive Player of the Year in 1987 and eight All-NBA Defensive team selections. Matt and Stak get Cooper to open up about his remarkable transformation from NBA player to successful WNBA coach, sharing intimate stories about basketball royalty like Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Lisa Leslie, Kobe Bryant, and more. From guarding the game's most challenging opponents to navigating the competitive landscape of professional basketball, Cooper delivers raw, unfiltered insights that only a true basketball icon can provide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

6 Feb 1h 5min

ALL THE SMOKE Unplugged breaks down the WILDEST NBA Trade Deadline in history! Matt and Stak are diving deep into the mind-blowing moves that were made: Luka to the Lakers? Anthony Davis to the Mavericks? De'Aaron Fox to the Spurs? This episode is a full-court press on everything NBA Trade Deadline related and hot takes, an exclusive breakdown of the weekend's biggest boxing fights (Benividez and Claressa Shields), confirmed Canelo vs. Crawford fight details, a Super Bowl preview with Coach Jason Brown, and an insider prediction on Myles Garrett's potential new team. We're bringing you the unfiltered insider perspective you can't get anywhere else. This is sports and culture commentary at its absolute finest – only on All The Smoke Unplugged!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4 Feb 38min