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Matt Barnes pulls up to KG CERTIFIED for a wide-open conversation with Kevin Garnett about fatherhood, coaching the next generation and the lessons young players need before reaching the league. Matt opens up about coaching his twins, raising competitive athletes and preparing them for life beyond basketball.Then the duo gets into the new NBA season: Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves leading the Lakers, Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball changing Minnesota, the emerging Thunder–Spurs rivalry, and why Bam Adebayo must match Giannis Antetokounmpo’s superstar energy. KG and Matt also examine whether LeBron James can unlock Joel Embiid, why Philadelphia may belong to Tyrese Maxey, what Jayson Tatum must show in Boston and how Fred VanVleet changes Houston. 0:00 Cold open, beach mornings & cold plunges6:39 Matt’s twins, college visits & “Diesel” going viral12:05 Recruiting, injuries & raising tough kids20:11 KG’s daughter, D1 volleyball & jersey retirement news24:49 Saban, NIL money, agents’ cuts & a players union29:05 Streaming, All the Smoke’s expansion & Deep Fry36:52 Nostalgia: posters, 80s/90s style & colognes41:16 NBA: Lakers, Luka & the lob threat48:15 Chirping stories: Barkley, Z-Bo & Darius Miles54:10 Fines for swinging, Thunder vs. Spurs & early-season takes1:00:12 Superstar energy: what Bam needs to be1:03:43 Sixers: Maxey, Embiid & where everyone fits1:08:34 Portland: legit West dark horse?1:14:18 Rockets: KD, Amen Thompson & Fred VanVleet1:18:09 Celtics: Tatum’s team & the new pieces1:23:30 Shoutouts: EuroLeague & the WNBA Finals1:26:47 NFL: Niners, Brock Purdy & the MVP race1:28:53 Sign-off: the “All the Smoke” joint idea Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach Randolph and Tony Allen pull up to KG CERTIFIED for an OUT THE MUD crossover packed with real talk about the Knicks, KAT’s contract and whether New York could actually trade its championship big man. KG, Z-Bo and TA also break down LeBron’s move to Philly, Steph Curry leaving money on the table and what Wemby must change after coming up short in the Finals.The crew gets into the brotherhood that powered Memphis’ Grit-and-Grind era, how Z-Bo helped unlock Marc Gasol’s confidence and why today’s players may not be preparing their bodies for an 82-game season. Plus: KG reflects on his Minnesota jersey retirement, the guys pick their breakout players and surprise teams, and KG explains why he has the Timberwolves coming out of the West. 0:00 Cold open and welcome1:00 Shout-outs and a happy birthday to Paul2:36 The craziest offseason moves: Giannis to Miami, LeBron to Philly3:20 Can LeBron play Robin?8:58 Conditioning and mental toughness: Pat Riley’s drills, Michigan State, the Jail Blazers12:30 Teams to watch in the East: Utah, Washington and Toronto14:19 Will AD play 50+ games? The 65-game All-NBA rule17:05 Rookie watch: Boozer and the young guns18:46 Small ball takes over: Wolves, Spurs and Portland’s guard play22:57 Grit n’ Grind: leadership, Memphis and mentoring Marc Gasol26:45 Minnesota Timberwolves: LaMelo, Ant, Jaden McDaniels and Defensive Player of the Year Call31:04 Charlotte without LaMelo: Knueppel, Brandon Miller and working on ones34:15 The Knicks’ money situation: Brunson’s discount, Dolan and the KAT trade talk39:08 Steph’s two-year extension and the Warriors’ window43:49 The loaded West and the Spurs’ guard play44:33 The Spurs’ mindset after the Finals loss and the short summer48:01 What to watch in preseason49:48 The big 21 going up: KG’s jersey retirement in Minnesota53:22 Predictions: who elevates most (Scottie Barnes, the rookies, Cade, Haliburton)56:35 Who shocks people this season: Utah, the Knicks’ repeat chances, OKC’s rookie1:00:20 Closing thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Garnett is officially on correspondent duty for the most cracking Summer League he can remember. KG runs through the rookie class he’s been waiting on: Darryn Peterson 25-and-12 statement, Kareem Lopez making history as the first Mexican-born first-round pick, and the Boozer-Lopez frontcourt that could flip Memphis.Then it gets real. KG keeps it a buck on the Jaylen Brown trade (“I wanted JB to retire a Celtic”), why it feels like KD leaving Golden State all over again, why he’s heated for New York losing Mitchell Robinson, where LeBron should actually sign now that the Lakers chapter is closed, and why Ja Morant in Portland might be exactly the fresh air he needs. 0:00 - KG the Summer League Correspondent 1:36 - The deepest draft class since ’96? 3:00 - Darryn Peterson & Yaxel Lendeborg 4:38 - Sacramento’s rookie guard setting the bar 5:13 - Kareem Lopez + Boozer: Memphis’ new twin towers 6:19 - #1 vs #2 pick opens Thursday night 7:10 - The Jaylen Brown trade: “I wanted JB to retire a Celtic” 10:12 - Where LeBron should sign (and where he shouldn’t) 13:14 - Ja Morant gets a fresh start in Portland 14:38 - Washington’s sleeper young core See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Knicks are champions and New York will never be the same. Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce break down how Brunson closed it out, why one ring just put him on the Mount Rushmore of New York athletes, and how a city that hasn’t won in over 50 years is about to throw a parade for the ages.Then the guys get into Wemby’s reality check — a rough first Finals, the no-handshake walk-off, and what the Spurs’ young core needs next. Plus the Giannis sweepstakes heating up (Boston? Cleveland? Minnesota?), why guard play is the new currency in the West, and which stars need a big summer to climb back into the conversation. Ticket & Truth also relive their own 2008 title on the anniversary of the night the Celtics got it done. 0:00 – Intro & Pre-Show Chaos2:19 – Knicks Are Champions 5:21 – Brunson vs. Jeter vs. Aaron Judge: King of New York Debate8:00 – Knicks’ Playoff Run Breakdown11:22 – Highest-Rated NBA Finals Since ’9813:26 – Guard Play Is Everything26:27 – Wembanyama’s Development28:33 – Players Who Need a Big Summer32:34 – Giannis Trade Rumors38:11 – What Boston Needs42:27 – Do the Knicks Run It Back?44:49 – The Knicks Parade Debate47:13 – 2008 Championship Flashback49:40 – Parade Talk Continued55:53 – Season Recap & 2026 Draft Sleepers58:41 – The Era Is Shifting59:02 – Where Should LeBron Finish His Career?1:02:17 – Outro See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The road team has won every single game of this Finals, and Game 3 was the wildest one yet. KG and Paul break down Victor Wembanyama’s bounce-back, Stephon Castle going absolutely nuclear on both ends, and a rookie Dylan Harper coming off the bench being a differencemaker. Then they get into the part everybody’s mad about: 24 second-half free throws to 8, Mike Brown losing it, and whether the refs just decided Game 3.Plus: should the Spurs actually put Fox on the table, what New York’s crowd energy (the butters in the front row, the anthems, the whole circus) does to a road team, and what has to change before Game 4. Two Hall of Famers, no filter. 0:00 The road team keeps winning - Game 3 reaction2:30 Wemby’s bounce-back and the call to KG8:00 Stef Castle goes nuclear (41 and 20)14:00 Dylan Harper, the ice-cold rookie19:00 The officiating takeover: 24-8 at the line25:00 Mike Brown’s complaint and the physicality debate31:00 GM hat: should the Spurs trade Fox?37:00 New York’s crowd energy and the butters43:00 Game 4 outlook and predictions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Finals are set and New York may never be the same. Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce break down Victor Wembanyama dragging the Spurs into a Finals showdown with the Knicks, why NYC is about to turn into the most dangerous pressure cooker in sports, and whether Wemby is already the face of the league. Plus OKC’s stunning collapse and Chet’s Game 7 disappearing act, the brutal cap decisions waiting for the Thunder this summer, Sacramento somehow farming NBA champions, and Steph Curry’s massive Li-Ning move that could reshape the sneaker game. 0:00 – Intro0:26 – OKC vs. San Antonio Breakdown: Where Was Chet?5:33 – San Antonio’s Confidence & How They Killed OKC’s Heart6:43 – Wemby Watching SGA Get His MVP Trophy7:21 – OKC’s Offseason: What Do They Do With Cason, Lou Dort & Hartenstein?10:18 – Cason Wallace’s Future & Following the Money vs. Winning11:55 – Is OKC Good Enough to Run It Back?14:00 – PRIZEPICKS15:30 – Wembanyama: Face of the League Debate22:20 – Knicks Energy: Nobody Is Safe in New York Right Now26:36 – The Finals Are Here: Knicks vs. Spurs Preview30:54 – Wemby’s First Time Experiencing New York This Loud34:00 – Can Spurs Stay in the City? KG Says It Ain’t Safe39:56 – Castle, Vassell’s Swagger & Feeding Off Wemby’s Energy41:07 – Spurs’ Identity: They All Coming Through Your Chest43:37 – Brunson vs. SGA: Best Point Guards in the League?45:08 – Game 1 Predictions46:26 – Josh Hart on Wemby: Can He Recover?47:04 – Matchup Breakdowns50:17 – Breaking News: Steph Curry Signs With Li-Ning52:30 – Summer Plans & Wrap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

KG and Paul break down exactly why the defending champs got cooked in game 1, why Castle plays like a “red nose pit,” and how the Spurs ran out the youngest starting five in NBA playoff history without blinking. Plus, KG drops the never-before-told story of his summer with Wemby. Hakeem, the monks, the mentality download, and what really happened on that football field in California.Over in the East, the Knicks erased a 22-point fourth-quarter deficit and stunned the Cavs in OT to seal a game 1 victory. Brunson took the game over and the fellas put him in the Top 5 Knicks of all time. The crew gets into Kenny Atkinson’s missing timeouts, how Cleveland responds psychologically, and Paul vs KG on whether the Knicks just got lucky or willed the win. They also drop their own legendary comeback stories — the 2008 Finals Game 4 (Boston down 24) and Paul’s 2002 Eastern Conference Final Nets game (down 26).The back half goes Play GM: what Detroit does with Jalen Duren’s $287M supermax, a wild Reaves-for-Duren trade idea, KD’s most realistic landing spots (Houston, Washington, Minnesota?), and what Masai Ujiri’s full Mavs rebuild looks like after Jason Kidd’s exit. 00:00:00 - Intro & Show Opening00:00:39 - Victor Wembanyama’s 40/20 Game 100:02:10 - Breaking Down OKC’s Pick & Roll Defense Against Wemby00:04:38 - Real-Time Coaching & In-Game Adjustments00:06:14 - The Spurs’ Historically Young Starting Five00:07:30 - The New Era of Young Teams in the NBA00:09:02 - How to Build a Championship Contender Today00:09:44 - Assessing Wembanyama’s First Playoff Run00:11:06 - KG’s Summer Meetup with Wembanyama00:15:33 - What KG Took Away from Time with Wemby00:21:03 - Young Players Need to Seek Out Veteran Mentorship00:25:52 - PrizePicks Ad00:26:41 - Knicks Overcome 22-Point Deficit vs. Cavs in Game 100:29:41 - Kenny Atkinson’s Timeout & Adjustment Decisions00:32:39 - Biggest Playoff Comebacks: 2008 Finals & 2002 Nets00:39:44 - Jalen Brunson’s Legacy with the Knicks00:41:27 - Luck vs. Heart: Analytics Debate00:45:11 - Detroit Pistons’ Future & Jalen Duren’s Contract00:52:22 - GM Session: Jalen Duren for Austin Reaves Trade Idea00:55:39 - Where Does Kevin Durant End Up Next?00:57:16 - Mavericks Overhaul: Masai Ujiri, Jason Kidd Fired & Cooper Flagg00:59:48 - Closing & Weekend Vibes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lakers got swept by OKC and Paul Pierce is ready to say out loud what nobody else will: it’s time. KG and Paul break down LeBron’s 4th career sweep, the Pelinka–Redick ball moment that looks an awful lot like leverage, and whether Bron is pulling himself out of the GOAT conversation by sticking around.Plus: Wemby’s ejection (and need for an enforcer) & Spurs are up 3-2 on the Wolves. Does Rudy Gobert need to sit? Plus reactions to Washington winning the draft lottery, AJ Dybantsa to Utah rumors, 76ers regrets on the Jared McCain trade, Jaylen Brown chatter, the Celtics’ utility big search, and the craziest offseason in a minute.Rest in Peace to our fallen brothers: Jason Collins & Brandon Clarke See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Garnett sits down with comedian & actor Alex Thomas for one of the funniest and most real conversations of the season. KG and Inglewood’s break down Wembanyama’s first playoff run and the exact way KG would have guarded him. Why LeBron James at 41 is doing something nobody has ever done, and why OKC is steamrolling everybody in the West with no answers in sight.KG and Alex get into the lost art of NBA trash talk, how Jordan talked over everybody’s head, why Larry Bird was the coldest shit talker of all time, and how the league evolved from the brutal physicality of the 80s to today’s three ball era. They also talk Rajon Rondo’s fit for the Pelicans head coaching job, and why Sam Cassell deserves his shot. 0:00 - Intro1:00 - KG gives Alex Thomas his flowers5:40 - Lakers talk & how KG feels about LeBron at 418:37 - Wembanyama’s first playoff run — KG gives him a grade12:57 - How KG would guard Wembanyama15:10 - The mental game & the art of NBA trash talk16:47 - Jordan talked over everybody’s head18:08 - Larry Bird: the coldest trash talker of all time18:47 - From the brutal 80s to the three-point era22:49 - OKC is steamrolling everyone — does anybody have an answer?26:38 - Rondo interviews for the Pelicans head coaching job28:40 - Why Sam Cassell deserves his shot34:47 - Flowers for Donte DiVincenzo & Minnesota Timberwolves talk35:48 - Pistons vs. Magic breakdown39:43 - Does health decide who wins the playoffs?41:25 - Alex Thomas comedy46:23 - Who Alex would play golf with47:45 - Top 5 comedians of all time50:13 - Michael Jordan, Kobe & the GOAT conversation54:44 - What’s next & the KG + Alex collab See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce break down the top playoff moment so far. The guys dig into Steve Kerr’s rumored exit and what the end of the Warriors dynasty means for the NBA’s changing of the guard — with KG speaking from his own “end of the run” experience. SGA wins another Clutch Player of the Year award and sets his sights on something no one since Michael Jordan has done: back-to-back MVP + Finals MVP. Also, Wemby drops the first unanimous Defensive Player of the Year vote in NBA history.On the court: Sixers steal Game 2 from Boston behind Maxey attacking the head of the snake and rookie VJ Edgecombe dropping 32. The Spurs-Blazers series gets spicy with Wemby in concussion protocol and Danny Avdija going off. Nuggets-Wolves is the grittiest series in the first round. Lakers-Rockets: LeBron’s still LeBron, KD needs a point guard, and is Luke Kennard playing Reaves out of a roster spot? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Garnett is joined in studio by the Grindfather, Tony Allen, for one of the most wide-open basketball conversations of the playoff season. KG and TA break down Victor Wembanyama’s first playoff series against Portland, the Giannis sweepstakes heating up in Milwaukee, the Knicks’ first-round pressure, Scottie Barnes’ two-way dominance with Toronto, and the Timberwolves’ new ownership energy under Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore.They also get into whether Wemby can win MVP and DPOY at 22, how the playoff bracket is shaping up, and KG’s raw message to Ja Morant: call Zion, call Giannis, get off your pride and find the love of the game again. 00:00:00 - Intro00:04:42 - Play-In Tournament & Charlotte Hornets Path00:06:01 - LaMelo Ball Flagrant Foul Reaction & Praise00:11:01 - Philly 76ers Flying Under the Radar00:12:30 - West Playoffs: Lakers vs. Rockets & LeBron’s Role00:16:27 - Could Luka Dončić Return Mid-Series?00:22:38 - Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Denver Nuggets Deep Dive00:26:42 - KG’s Trip Back to Minnesota00:31:30 - East Playoffs: Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Toronto Raptors00:36:31 - New York Knicks vs. Atlanta Hawks & Dyson Daniels Defensive Breakdown00:40:58 - Mikal Bridges, KAT & the Knicks’ Core00:45:32 - Nickeil Alexander-Walker Most Improved Shoutout00:46:33 - Victor Wembanyama’s First Playoff Series & Defensive Matchup Breakdown00:51:29 - Wemby’s MVP Case & Supermax Future00:57:53 - Take Wemby on a Tour of America01:00:22 - PrizePicks01:01:56 - Who Gets Shaken Up?01:05:05 - Is Mike Brown’s Job Safe? & Doc Rivers Discussion01:08:23 - Fresh Air Segment: Ja Morant’s Future in Memphis01:12:10 - KG’s Heartfelt Message to Ja Morant01:18:22 - NBA Summer League Film Festival & Outro See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Garnett & Paul Pierce are back together for one of the realest basketball conversations of the season. Ticket and Truth break down the Lakers’ injury panic, Jokic vs Shai in the MVP race, Denver and OKC on a collision course in the West, the playoff picture in both conferences, Michigan’s championship run, and the chaos taking over college basketball in the NIL and transfer portal era. KG and Paul get into what Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves going down means for LeBron’s last real shot at a title run, why Jokic can still be the best player in the league even if Shai wins MVP, and which teams are actually built for playoff pressure. They also debate Mike Malone heading to The University of North Carolina, the transfer portal, international recruiting, and “Fresh Air” segment on stars who may need a new situation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Garnett sits down with NBA champion and All The Smoke host Matt Barnes for one of the most wide-open basketball conversations of the season. KG and Matt break down the state of today's young players, the NBA playoff picture, the MVP race, March Madness Final Four picks, and the future of the WNBA, all with the unfiltered energy only KG Certified can bring. KG opens with a passionate rant about today's generation not having a deep enough bag, comparing how he sharpened his skills playing pickup in Atlanta, New York, Chicago and Houston every summer. Matt Barnes pushes back and the debate gets real fast. The conversation shifts to the NBA MVP race where KG and Matt both land on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, even while acknowledging Wembanyama is doing things nobody in NBA history has ever done defensively. KG calls Wemby the next player to win MVP and Defensive Player of the Year in the same season, just like Michael Jordan did in 1988. On the playoff picture, they flag Luka Doncic as the most terrifying run in basketball right now, and warn that Jokic and Denver are the quiet mouse nobody is talking about heading into the second season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul Picks Spurs Over OKC, KG’s 65-Game Rule Rant & Who To Fear in Round 1 | TAP’N INKG Goes OFF on the NBA’s 65-Game Rule, Spurs Coming Out The West?! & LaMelo’s Takeover | TAP’N INKevin Garnett and Paul Pierce break down the entire NBA playoff picture as the regular season winds down. Paul shocks with his bold pick of the Spurs to come out of the West, while KG sees OKC returning to the Finals but warns Denver is the “quiet mouse” nobody’s talking about. They debate Wemby’s MVP case after the Spurs beat OKC three out of four times, with Paul declaring “he collected all the Infinity Stones.”The conversation heats up with KG delivering a passionate rant about the 65-game rule and how it’s punishing Cade Cunningham for getting injured while leading Detroit to the #1 seed. They also break down Charlotte’s surprising rise behind LaMelo Ball, why the Hornets might be the scariest first-round matchup, and KG campaigns for Jerry Stackhouse to coach UNC after the Hubert Davis firing. (00:00) Intro(04:16) Hubert Davis Fired / UNC Coach Search(10:48) Wemby’s MVP Case / Spurs #2 Seed(13:59) Lakers Playoff Chances / Nuggets Sleeper(18:35) PrizePicks(26:54) Western Conference Picks(33:35) Eastern Conference Picks(38:39) Charlotte’s Rise / Who To Avoid in Round 1(46:43) Cade Cunningham / 65-Game Rule Debate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SGA just joined Michael Jordan in an exclusive club: four straight seasons averaging 30 points per game. Nobody else in NBA history has done it. KG and Paul break down why his throwback mid-range game mixed with today’s three-point era makes him virtually unstoppable, and debate whether he’s locked in for back-to-back MVP.The conversation heats up when the guys clash over All-NBA First Team selections. Paul goes to bat for Jaylen Brown, who’s carrying a Celtics team that lost four of its top six players and is STILL a top-two seed. KG pushes back with Luka’s 33-8-8 line and the Mavs’ rise. Plus: Tatum’s Achilles return and what it means for Boston’s playoff run, the Lakers’ best path to avoid Denver in the first round, why the Hawks and Jalen Johnson are the sleeper nobody wants to face, and who KG & Paul would take with the #1 pick in this year’s draft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce sit down with legendary NBA photographer Andrew Bernstein, who spent 40 years capturing the most iconic moments in basketball history, and sports card mogul, Dappz, turning collectibles into a cultural movement. KG drops never-before-told stories about his relationship with Kobe Bryant — from a hilarious free throw line confrontation to the time they were both nervous as All-Star starters and teamed up for an iconic alley-oop with Jordan watching. Plus, KG gives his first-person account of the night Allen Iverson crossed over Michael Jordan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

KG and Paul Pierce break down everything from All-Star Weekend 2026 — Keshad Johnson’s dunk contest win, Wemby setting the competitive tone, Kawhi Leonard going off for 30 points in just 12 minutes, and Damian Lillard taking the three-point contest. The conversation heats up when they debate who deserves to be called the Face of the League, with KG dropping a legendary definition and both legends weighing in on Ant, Wemby, Steph, and LeBron.Plus, KG and Pierce go deep on the MVP race, bold takes on the Celtics without Tatum, whether the Knicks have enough depth, Phoenix as a sleeper, and James Harden bringing new life to Cleveland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode of Ticket & The Truth, KG and Paul dive into a loaded All‑Star weekend and everything shaking up the league. The guys react to LeBron’s historic All‑NBA streak finally ending after 21 years, break down whether Jayson Tatum is returning too soon from his Achilles injury, and debate how many games he really needs before the playoffs. They also get into the Cavs’ new energy with James Harden, plus classic stories from the old-school All‑Star days. The guys also announce their Crackin' Teams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA Trade Deadline delivered pure chaos, and Kevin Garnett & Paul Pierce are here to break down every major move. The guys dive deep into James Harden landing in Cleveland, what it means for Donovan Mitchell, and whether Mobley & Allen are about to become elite lob threats. They also react to the Clippers’ sudden teardown, Utah’s surprising rise, and which teams actually walked away as winners. This is Ticket & The Truth at full power. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Vick opens up with Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce about his path into coaching, the challenges of building at Norfolk State, and the bigger picture for HBCUs. They explore how flag football could reshape the sport in the Olympics, and why it demands a different skill set than the 11‑on‑11 game. Vick shares his top quarterbacks — from Mahomes to Caleb Williams — and what qualities define the next generation of leaders. This episode blends football strategy, NBA perspective, and the unfiltered chemistry of Ticket & The Truth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul Pierce returns to Lawrence, Kansas for the first time in over 15 years as the most-anticipated college basketball game of the season unfolds. With 28 NBA teams sending scouts, BYU’s AJ Dybansta and KU’s Darryn Peterson battle for the #1 pick — including a high school revenge angle where AJ once dropped 58 points on Peterson before losing at the buzzer. Kevin Garnett and Paul break down why this freshman class is being compared to the legendary 1996 draft, debate whether NIL money is making college more valuable than the G-League, and share their PrizePicks selections on who shows up in the biggest spotlight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce break down the biggest stories in the NBA right now. The Knicks are in crisis mode with visible chemistry issues and questions about Jalen Brunson’s ball dominance. Plus, Jayson Tatum is nearing his return, but how do the Celtics integrate him back without disrupting Jaylen Brown’s MVP-caliber season? The guys share insider knowledge on what actually happens in players-only meetings and why they matter more than fans think. Then it’s All-Star reserve time—KG and Paul build their seven-man reserve rosters from each conference, and debate the LeBron snub. Finally, Paul gets emotional talking about returning to Kansas and his undefeated home record at Allen Fieldhouse as KG surprises him with K-Swiss & Roots of Fight gear. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rajon Rondo taps in with Kevin Garnett to talk life on the Bucks staff, his vision for coaching, and why chemistry separates good teams from all‑time greats. From Boston memories and mentoring the new age of guard, Rondo breaks down the game with honesty and insight. The duo debates top point guards ever, playing your son in ones, and even NIL, college hoops, and Rondo’s surprise call from Team USA for Olympic flag football. It’s hoops, culture, and classic KG‑Rondo chemistry all in one episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Garnett is BACK with the Timberwolves! Tony Allen joins KG & Paul Pierce as the crew dives into Cade Cunningham vs. Luka Doncic, new All Star event ideas, and if there's cause for concern with the Thunders' recent stumble. Plus, the “First Team Fresh Air” debate heats up with Ja, Zion, AD, and KAT all in the mix, and why the Knicks are in must-win mode before the Celtics return to full strength. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce bring holiday vibes to the set with gifts and laughs before diving into the NBA’s biggest storylines. From their own memories of playing on Christmas Day to bold PrizePicks calls, they debate who’s rocking the best holiday sneakers and break down every matchup on the slate. Wemby vs. SGA, Cooper Flagg’s spotlight moment, Luka’s potential 60‑point explosion, and Giannis’ future in Milwaukee all get the spotlight. They close out 2025 reflecting on the year’s most memorable moments, picking their “Crackin’ Player of the Year,” and sending fans off with Christmas and New Year wishes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

KG and Paul Pierce react to Wembanyama’s bold claim, break down the NBA Cup Championship, and discuss what’s going wrong in Cleveland. Plus, the guys debate the best young cores in the league and go team-by-team with their All-Star predictions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA Cup Final is here!  The New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs face off in a battle for the Cup, and Kevin Garnett & Paul Pierce are breaking it all down. From full game picks and MVP predictions to deep analysis, the legends preview Knicks vs. Spurs and debate who will lift the NBA Cup. Don’t miss their insights, hot takes, and championship breakdowns in this must‑watch episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Bibby joins Kevin Garnett on the newest episode of KG CERTIFIED for a real and unfiltered sit-down. From dropping the bombshell that “kids don’t even watch basketball anymore” to breaking down how NIL is changing the recruiting game, Bibby keeps it 100 about the state of player development. He shares stories about players trying to go 1-on-1 against him in practice, gives an update on former teammate Doug Christie and the Sacramento Kings, and reveals how he landed Sac State’s first-ever four-star recruit. Plus, KG gives his scouting report on Bibby’s squad and offers coaching advice on how to use film to develop players. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ticket & The Truth are back! Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce react to Chris Paul’s shocking Clippers release... accountability, legacy, and where CP3 should land next. The Giannis trade buzz is real: Knicks, Hawks, Spurs, Pistons... who needs the Greek Freak most? Plus, OKC looking like a buzzsaw, Kawhi experiment over, Celtics heating up, Pistons & Raptors rising, Austin Reaves’ All‑Star case, and Paul clarifies Michael Jordan bag comments. Presented by PrizePicks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KG Use promo code: KG See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Epps joins Kevin Garnett on the newest episode of KG CERTIFIED for a hilarious and insightful sit‑down. From dropping hints about the long‑awaited next ‘Friday’ movie to updating the status of the Richard Pryor biopic, Epps keeps it real about comedy, culture, and life. He shares stories about playing as KG in NBA 2K, Snoop Dogg’s historic parties, breaks down his Mount Rushmore of comedians, and reflects on how Hollywood and social media have changed the game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lakers are winning, but does that mean it’s time to trade LeBron? Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce break down OKC’s dominant start and whether they can make a run at the Warriors wins record. Plus, who’s crackin’, and how Ja Morant can get his joy back. 00:00 - Intro: Going Demon Mode03:47 - Developing the Killer Instinct07:12 - Dodgers Game 7 & Greatest Series Ever?10:40 - PrizePicks: Celtics vs Magic, Spurs vs Rockets17:37 - Austin Reaves, Lakers Hot Start & LeBron Trade Talk21:55 - Who’s Real in the East Right Now?22:46 - Bron & Bronny Package Deal? Luka Fit Debate28:46 - Should LeBron Come Off the Bench?35:54 - Thunder 8-0: Can They Win 70+?42:26 - Rockets Rising, West Getting Deep44:00 - Ja Morant Needs a Reset? Miami, Bulls, or Bucks54:52 - Who’s Crackin’: Giddey, Reaves, Markkanen & More57:27 - KAT’s Signed Card for KG59:29 - Episode Close See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Garnett & Paul Pierce revisit the moment KG entered the league... and how much has changed since. How great Paolo can be, the Spurs’ hot start, and Boston’s early-season identity crisis all get the spotlight. Plus, Cooper Flagg at point, Austin Reaves’ scoring surge, and why the Sixers might be built for a deep run. Presented by PrizePicks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KG Use promo code: KG See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Victor Wembanyama’s already making noise, and Tyrese Maxey’s stepping into the spotlight in Philly. Kevin Garnett & Paul Pierce break down the biggest storylines from the NBA’s opening week. From Embiid’s slow start to Cooper Flagg’s debut and the continuing rise of international players it’s time to tap in to TICKET & THE TRUTH. Presented by PrizePicks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KG Use promo code: KG 00:00 - Intro00:40 - Tap’n in with Paul live from NYC, Celtics & Sixers early vibes04:34 - Maxey’s breakout & Embiid concerns08:19 - Wemby’s big night09:18 - Cooper Flagg’s debut & Rookie of the Year race11:20 - Clippers looking old?11:50 - Wemby’s paint presence & Flagg’s upside13:49 - Should the Spurs trade Fox?17:04 - PrizePicks25:03 - Rise of international players & U.S. training flaws31:10 - Who are the next American MVPs?33:03 - Who are the league’s true bucket-getters?38:45 - World Series: Dodgers vs. Toronto?40:44 - Packers vs. Steelers talk42:14 - Wrap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A new NBA season is upon us, and TICKET & THE TRUTH IS BACK! Is this LeBron James’ final season? KG and Paul go deep on what keeps legends going. Wemby’s summer grind & meeting with Ticket, the Warriors’ window closing, and some bold East/West picks you won’t see coming. Presented by PrizePicks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KG Use promo code: KG 00:00 – Off-Cam Banter & Fly on the Wall05:00 – Summer Recap08:09 – New Season Energy08:51 – PrizePicks Picks24:12 –  AD BREAK25:14 – KG’s Fit & Preseason Grind32:00 – Wemby’s MVP Potential42:08 – Magic Top 3?! East Predictions Get Heated48:04 – Clippers vs the West51:14 – Joker vs SGA Aura Debate53:13 – Warriors Window Closed?1:01:45 – Rockets Debate: Amen vs Sengun1:03:56 – LeBron’s Legacy & Final Season Talk1:11:39 – Rookie Class Breakdown1:14:48 – KG Reflects on His Rookie Year1:16:00 – Wrap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Durant to Houston? Paul says Ime Udoka would be the best coach KD’s had since Kerr, and KG breaks down what it would mean for the Rockets. The Celtics’ offseason raises big questions — are they building to win or cutting costs? They also sound off on the rise in Achilles injuries and blame modern training and sneaker trends. To wrap it up, KG builds his “All-Demon Team” and questions who’s really got that dog in them, and Oklahoma City Thunder winning it all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce break down the keys to Game 6 as OKC looks to close it out and the Pacers fight to survive. They debate Kevin Durant’s best landing spots, the growing conversation around Caitlin Clark and physicality in the W, and reflect on KG entering the NBA exactly 30 years ago. Plus, time for Philly to blow it up, why Houston could be the next OKC, and Desmond Bane headed to the Magic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce break down what’s at stake in a crucial Game 3 of the NBA Finals and whether the Pacers can seize control. They spotlight Rick Carlisle’s coaching brilliance and how strategy is shaping the series. Plus, the Finals shift to Indy, the Knicks’ coaching search heats up, and Wemby’s monk retreat has everyone talking. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Tyrese Haliburton headline a must-watch NBA Finals for the basketball purist. Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce break down what makes this matchup so intriguing. From elite guard play to the Pacers’ surprise rise and why limiting turnovers might decide the champion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Thunder and Pacers are proving they’re built for deep playoff runs, while the Knicks are running on fumes against a confident Indiana squad. Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce break down how OKC’s defense is setting them apart, why the Knicks’ depth just isn’t enough, and what Embiid’s next move could look like if Philly can’t get over the hump. Plus, the guys answer fan questions and preview a summer that could shake up the entire league. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The playoffs are heating up and Kevin Garnett & Paul Pierce are here to talk about who’s really built for it. The Knicks and Pacers are going blow for blow, the Thunder are cooking everybody -- but don’t count Minnesota out just yet --  and it might be time for changes in Boston and Denver. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jalen Brunson is putting on an all-time playoff performance — and KG & Paul Pierce are putting respect on his name. The guys break down how the Knicks star is dominating 4th quarters and where he ranks among the playoff greats. Then, it’s chaos in the lottery: the Mavs win the No. 1 pick — do they grab Cooper Flagg or potentially flip it for someone like Giannis? Plus: Celtics in crisis, Pacers on the rise, and why who has the best shot to win it all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We caught Paul in the middle of his 15-mile walk to catch a breather and talk NBA Playoffs. The guys react to the Celtics' recent struggles and whether Boston fans should be concerned. They break down Haliburton’s "Most Overrated" award, Steph’s injury, and how Jokic stacks up against other superstars historically. Plus, Ticket and Truth look ahead to major offseason moves involving the Lakers, Luka, and the Rockets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Anthony Edwards continues to knock off vets in the playoffs, and KG is doubling down that he’s the closest thing to ’84 Jordan we’ve seen. Jayson Tatum might be the best player in the playoffs, and he’s doing it on possibly the best starting five ever. And after another Bucks flameout, Paul and KG debate if Giannis should finally leave Milwaukee. This might be the changing of the guard. Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce break it all down on this week’s Ticket & The Truth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

KG and Paul Pierce go all in: Lakers and Wolves travel to Minnesota, Clippers-Nuggets heating up, Haliburton in revenge mode, and the Bucks looking shaky — is it time for Giannis to dip?Plus, the news lens, and what’s going on with the youth in today’s league. Tap in with these two legends as they take you through it all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

KG and Paul Pierce break down every 2024 NBA Playoff first round matchup with bold predictions, hot takes, and playoff energy. From Celtics vs. Magic to Lakers vs. Wolves, they call out sleepers, upsets, and who’s got that dawg in them. Pacers to upset Bucks?Should Celtics rest Jaylen Brown?Ant vs. LeBron: Real rivalry brewingWho’s MVP — Shai or Jokic?Listen for full predictions, award picks, and insider playoff mentality from two NBA legends who have been there before. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The playoff race is WILD, and Kevin Garnett & Paul Pierce are breaking it all down like only they can. From Jokić’s MVP-caliber season being seemingly wasted to coaches getting fired mid-run (“You don’t do that to Mike!“), Ticket & Truth are calling out today’s NBA culture. Plus, with the Suns failing to make the playoffs, what is in KD’s future, and Ime Udoka for Coach of the Year? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

KG and Paul break down Nikola Jokić's earth-shattering 61-point triple-double and debate whether it cements his MVP case over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The conversation shifts to playoff strategies, with heated takes on why regular season stats don't matter, which teams should blow it up, and whether the Warriors are legitimate threats. The duo also celebrate Carmelo Anthony's Hall of Fame nod, with Paul revealing, "I actually hated guarding Melo," while KG continues to vouch for the NBA 1-on-1 tournament with both current and former players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tony Allen joins TICKET & THE TRUTH fresh off having his jersey retired by the Memphis Grizzlies. The fellas break down Brandon Jennings vs. everyone, Draymond Green leading the race for Defensive Player of the Year, and the NCAA’s big problems with the transfer portal. Plus, two major injuries shake the basketball world as the guys react to JuJu Watkins tearing her ACL and Damian Lillard’s blood clot diagnosis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The boys are back in the lab. On the latest episode of TICKET & THE TRUTH, KG and Paul dive into all the latest basketball news with their signature unfiltered takes. Draymond Green and Karl-Anthony Towns had a heated confrontation, and the guys break down what really went down. They also have plenty to say about their guy Scal’s showdown with George The Messiah. The Rockets are heating up again—can they make real noise in the West? Plus, is Stephen A. Smith right about Austin Reaves being the best third option in the NBA? They also react to Daryl Morey revealing he uses AI to build the 76ers. That explains a lot. Finally, they dive into the Celtics’ fourth-quarter struggles and all the madness of March Madness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Your favorite duo is back, and they’re bringing the HEAT on the latest TICKET & THE TRUTH!  KG and Paul kick things off with their reactions to the sideline confrontation heard around the world—LeBron vs. Stephen A. Smith. But that’s not the only beef in the NBA right now! The guys also break down rookie Cam Spencer jawing at Kevin Durant. Plus, one of the wildest MVP races in history is coming down to the wire as SGA and Joker battle it out for the league’s top honor. With key players returning from injury, the Timberwolves have ripped off five straight wins—can last year’s Western Conference finalists make another deep run? And of course, the guys break down the current NBA playoff bracket and make some game picks!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices