OKC LOCKS UP Ant-Man, Knicks' Brunson Problem & Luka's Slim Summer
Rachel Nichols joins Matt Barnes to discuss the biggest headlines from the 2025 NBA Playoffs: OKC Thunder’s lockdown of Anthony Edwards, Karl Anthony Towns’ monstrous 4th quarter and the Indiana Pacers re-instatement of John Haliburton. Plus, Matt recaps his WNBA weekend, predicts Philadelphia 76ers summer sliding doors & reacts to Luka Doncic’s offseason training.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28 Maj 52min
Darius Miles on Making the Clippers Cool, Jordan Brand at 18, and the LeBron Comments Backlash
Darius Miles gets brutally honest about his journey from East St. Louis phenom to NBA lottery pick, opening up about the pressure of being drafted by the Clippers and signing with Jordan Brand at just 18 years old. He doesn't hold back when addressing his infamous LeBron comments, what it was really like playing for Donald Sterling, and the mental health struggles that hit him after retirement. He also reflects on starring in The Perfect Score with Scarlett Johansson and how he's learned to navigate life after basketball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22 Maj 51min
Knicks Fans Gone Wild, Mad Max’s NBA Finals Rewind, Caitlin Clark & Angel Reese Want ALL THE SMOKE
Matt Barnes welcomes in fellow NBA alums Vernon Maxwell & Keyon Dooling to break down the biggest headlines from the NBA Playoffs, including the Knicks sending New York City into chaos and OKC Thunder’s Game 7 statement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20 Maj 47min
Cynthia Cooper: Untold Kobe & MJ Stories, Hot Takes on Caitlin & JuJu, & Winning 4x WNBA finals MVP
WNBA legend Cynthia Cooper joins All The Smoke to share her incredible journey from picking up basketball at age 15 to averaging 45 points per game overseas and becoming the face of the Houston Comets dynasty. She opens up about her relationships with Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan, reflects on her time at USC, and reacts to Cheryl Miller’s viral comments about being teammates. Cooper, a four-time WNBA champion and four-time Finals MVP, also discusses rising star JuJu Watkins, her late start in the league, and what it meant to be one of Nike’s first female signature athletes. From her perspective on today’s women’s game to her thoughts on Caitlin Clark’s impact, this conversation bridges eras and breaks barriers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15 Maj 1h 7min
Gilbert Arenas on Mavs Draft Lottery Win, Brunson’s Mamba Mode & QUESTIONABLE NBA Lotteries
Matt Barnes welcomes in Gilbert Arenas to discuss the biggest headlines around last night’s shocking NBA Draft Lottery, including Cooper Flagg’s fit with the Dallas Mavericks, Giannis Antetokounmpo speculation, and questionable lotto results from year’s past. The guys react to the New York Knicks’ commanding 3-1 lead over the Boston Celtics, send love to Jayson Tatum & reflect on Jalen Brunson’s place amongst Allen Iverson, Kobe Bryant and historically great offensive point guards. Gilbert offers a unique look into his show “Gil’s Arena,” sharing exclusive details of Kenyon Martin & Nick Young’s recent spat & a potential move to television. Finally, Gil provides an update on his son Alijah’s condition following his frightening car accident in April & shares the one detail he wishes would have made final cut of his recent Netflix documentary, “Shooting Guards.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14 Maj 1h 6min
Too $hort & Symba’s HILARIOUS Rap Stories, HEATED over LeBron Vs Steph & Stak Doubted Curry??
Too $hort breaks down his journey from acting in Menace II Society to his new role in Freaky Tales, while reflecting on the Bay Area’s influence on Tupac and the golden era of rap. Symba brings the laughs with wild studio stories, a surprise freestyle, and real talk on groupies, collaborations, and how the rap game has changed. Things heat up when Stak admits he didn’t believe in Steph Curry, sparking a fiery debate over Curry vs. LeBron, MJ’s GOAT status, and the all-time Warriors starting five.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8 Maj 55min
Mad Max on Celtics Wake-Up Call, Papa Haliburton Tries Giannis & Luka’s Lakers Future ATS Unplugged
The Unplugged crew sounds off on NBA Round 2 & more! Matt Barnes hosts NBA alums Vernon Maxwell and Keyon Dooling for a powerful conversation on redemption, personal evolution, and mental health, followed by a recap of Second Round Playoff upsets including the Knicks' comeback against the Celtics and Nuggets' thriller versus the Thunder. The crew dissects John Haliburton's on-court antics toward Giannis, reacts to Gregg Popovich's front office transition, and shares their favorite interactions with the legendary coach. Max delivers a hilarious wake-up call to Boston while Keyon surprisingly toasts NBA Referees, before The Neighborhood Hater joins to analyze Laker Land developments including JJ Redick's press conference and LeBron's offseason influence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7 Maj 46min
Craig Hodges: From Michael Jordan's Teammate to Blackballed From The NBA, 2x Champion Speaks out
Delve into the untold story of Craig Hodges, the Chicago Bulls sharpshooter who went from winning championships alongside Michael Jordan to being ostracized from the NBA following his political activism. In this powerful interview, Hodges discusses his Chicago upbringing, coaching Kobe Bryant, and the fateful White House visit where his letter to President Bush altered his career trajectory. Discover how this 3-point contest legend sacrificed his NBA future to stand up for his beliefs, while gaining fascinating insights about Jordan, Pippen, and his experiences in a league that ultimately turned its back on him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 Maj 1h 58min
