Mad Max on Celtics Wake-Up Call, Papa Haliburton Tries Giannis & Luka’s Lakers Future ATS Unplugged

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

In this episode, Rasheed Wallace shares his funniest and most unforgettable NBA stories from his legendary career. Plus, Tee Grizzley breaks down how he built a million-dollar gaming empire from the ground up. You won't want to miss these wild behind-the-scenes moments and inspiring success stories!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NBA legend Reggie Miller joins All The Smoke for an unfiltered sit-down covering everything from Malice at the Palace to his iconic battles with Michael Jordan and trash-talking with the greats. He opens up about growing up with Cheryl Miller, mentoring Kobe, his sneaker game, and what he regrets most in his career. Plus, Reggie calls Spike Lee live and reveals his dream dinner guests, all-time best album, and 2025 NBA title pick.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PLAYOFF CHAOS is underway! Matt Barnes and Rachel Nichols react to Weekend One of postseason hoops: Anthony Edwards' LA takedown, Steph Curry goes FULL Steph Curry, Houston Rockets’ missing piece & Russell Westbrook’s revenge against the Clippers. Rachel weighs in on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s potential discontent in Milwaukee and the Boston Celtics’ handling of the Orlando Magic. Matt reacts to Rachel’s NBA Awards ballot, including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP margins, Jayson Tatum’s slept on superstardom & why the voting system needs a serious shake-up!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Coogler opens up about his journey from D1 football to becoming one of Hollywood’s most visionary directors. He shares untold stories about his bond with Michael B. Jordan, working with Chadwick Boseman, and collaborating with Kendrick Lamar and Childish Gambino. Plus, he reflects on the impact of Fruitvale Station, building all-star casts, and whether a football film is in his future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NBA regular season is officially over, meaning it’s time for the Phoenix Suns to clean house once again. Matt Barnes reacts to the firing of Suns Head Coach Mike Budenholzer, and lays blame at the feet of owner Mat Ishbia. Matt & the homie Keyon Dooling analyze the latest shake up in the desert, and speculate on Kevin Durant’s next landing spot. The guys also preview the biggest headlines from Play-In Tournament & First Round of the NBA Playoffs: Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Bucks future, the Los Angeles Lakers’ draw & Steph Curry spoiler potential. Then, UCLA Football Head Coach DeShaun Foster drops in & looks ahead to their upcoming Friday Night Lights! Coach Foster discusses life in the BIG 10 Conference, navigating NIL & the transfer portal, and his coaching debut with Patrick Mahomes at Texas Tech!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.