AM Hoops Podcast

New reports have come out that Ja Morant is away from the team seeking counseling. There is no timetable for his return but rumors say he could be done for the season. The Memphis Grizzlies are in 2nd place but Ja has an opportunity to right what he’s done wrong in a very public way.

Fed Vanvleet called a referee out by name recently and the stats back up his claim that “it’s personal.” If you look back in NBA history there is evidence that refs carry grudges against specific players but there is another conspiracy the NBA may be hiding about their officials.  

James Harden is involved in rumors to return to the Houston Rockets. Bill Simmons went as far as to say it’s a “forgone conclusion” but how would that actually work? Why would Harden leave a good team and money in Philly? This is a complete breakdown of why the rumor makes sense.

There is a chance Ja Morant get suspended for the playoffs after his controversial live stream. So far he’s been out the last two games while the NBA and Colorado Police investigate. But there is someone in NBA history that gives a surprising view at what happens next.  

Klay Thompson took a lot of hate when he started this season slow. He took the criticism personally but now the Warriors are thriving without Stephen Curry. This is a look at what Klay is doing to surprise people and what it means for the postseason.  

Luka Doncic and the Mavericks have started slow with Kyrie Irving on the team. Many people are pointing to their 27 point meltdown to the Lakers but something is going on with Luka that has people really worried.

Another coach has been fired after having a bad relationship with Trae Young. Many people are calling him a coach killer but there’s a lot more to this story. Trae’s actions are worse than reported but he’s not the only thing wrong with the Atlanta Hawks.

Kawhi Leonard is terrifying the rest of the NBA right now. They know what he can be in the playoffs but the Clippers’ signing of Russell Westbrook changes things. This is a look at what the Clippers’ future holds this season.  

Anthony Davis said he didn’t celebrate when LeBron broke the points record because they were losing the game. That excuse makes no sense when you dig a little deeper but now there are rumors LA may look to move on from the big man at the end of the year.

The Clippers are getting Russell Westbrook after he got a buyout from the Jazz. John Wall failed for them this year so they hope Russ will answer their point guard problems. He hasn’t worked for any team in years but this is a look at what’s in store for Westbrook now.