The Kings Beat Podcast

ABC 10's Sean Cunningham and The Kings Beat's James Ham continue the coverage of the erratic Sacramento Kings. Topics include the team's five game losing streak, Neemias Queta's breakout game, tough questions in media sessions and a Business of Basketball segment on whether this is the most disappointing season of Kings basketball. Thanks for joining us on this new adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ABC 10's Sean Cunningham and The Kings Beat's James Ham continue the coverage of the erratic Sacramento Kings. Topics include back-to-back Kings losses, De'Aaron Fox regaining his form, what player would we target via trade and another Business of Basketball segment. Thanks for joining us on this new adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ABC 10's Sean Cunningham and The Kings Beat's James Ham continue the coverage of the erratic Sacramento Kings. Topics include Gary Gerould, De'Aaron Fox's big finish, Tyrese Haliburton assists, should the Kings make a trade and another episode of The Business of Basketball. Thanks for joining us on this new adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ABC 10's Sean Cunningham and The Kings Beat's James Ham continue the coverage of the erratic Sacramento Kings. Topics include Chimezie Metu's buzzer beater in the win over the Mavs, De'Aaron Fox showing leadership skills, Tyrese Haliburton's hot streak and another episode of The Business of Basketball. Thanks for joining us on this new adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ABC 10's Sean Cunningham and The Kings Beat's James Ham continue the coverage of the erratic Sacramento Kings. Topics include Alvin Gentry's postgame comments, Terence Davis' thoughts on leadership, Monte McNair is on the clock and another episode of The Business of Basketball. Thanks for joining us on this new adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ABC 10's Sean Cunningham and The Kings Beat's James Ham continue the coverage of the erratic Sacramento Kings. Topics include new faces added during covid outbreak, Buddy Hield's struggles continue, Doug Christie 2-3 through first five games as acting coach of Kings. Thanks for joining us on this new adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ABC 10's Sean Cunningham and The Kings Beat's James Ham continue the coverage of the erratic Sacramento Kings. Topics include Doug Christie's positive vibe, Moe Harkless and Buddy Hield have words, Tyrese Haliburton breaks out and dissecting fan overreactions. Thanks for joining us on this new adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ABC 10's Sean Cunningham and The Kings Beat's James Ham continue the coverage of the erratic Sacramento Kings. Topics include the team's covid-19 outbreak, Doug Christie's coaching debut and does DeMarcus Cousins' jersey deserve to be in the rafters of Golden 1 Center? Thanks for joining us on this new adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ABC 10's Sean Cunningham and The Kings Beat's James Ham continue the coverage of the erratic Sacramento Kings. Topics include the team's three game losing streak, De'Aaron Fox lets his guard down, trade season begins and another edition of the business of basketball. Thanks for joining us on this new adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ABC 10's Sean Cunningham and The Kings Beat's James Ham continue the coverage of the erratic Sacramento Kings. Topics include the team's three game win streak, the return of Harrison Barnes, Terence Davis vs. Buddy Hield, Kings buyers or seller and another fun Business of Basketball segment. Thanks for joining us on this new adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ABC 10's Sean Cunningham and The Kings Beat's James Ham continue the coverage of the erratic Sacramento Kings. Topics include the team's two wins over the Clippers, the "live by the Buddy, die by the Buddy" mantra, reinforcements are on the way and trade season already on the horizon. Thanks for joining us on this new adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ABC 10's Sean Cunningham and The Kings Beat's James Ham continue the coverage of the erratic Sacramento Kings. Topics include the team's horrible loss to the Lakers, a bounce back win over the Clippers, the study of body language and a discussion on the MLB lockout. Thanks for joining us on this new adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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ABC 10's Sean Cunningham and The Kings Beat's James Ham continue the coverage of a wild week in Sacramento as the Alvin Gentry era gets underway. Topics include Gentry's first win, a discussion on Marvin Bagley's big game and a deep dive into who this Kings team can become. Thanks for joining us on this new adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast.Insert Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ABC 10's Sean Cunningham and The Kings Beat's James Ham continue the coverage of a Kings team in complete disarray. Topics include Alvin Gentry's first game coaching Kings, a deep dive into Doug Christie's candidacy for head coach job and more meddling from Vivek Ranadivé? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ABC 10's Sean Cunningham and The Kings Beat's James Ham hold an emergency podcast following the firing of head coach Luke Walton. Topics include the wild vomit scene at Golden 1 Center, Walton's tenure with Kings, Alvin Gentry as a fill in and a special thank you to Vine and Grain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ABC 10's Sean Cunningham and The Kings Beat's James Ham break down another crazy week in Sacramento. Insert Topics include the Kings' 1-3 road trip, Luke Walton's status with the team and Tristan Thompson's post game comments supporting the coaching staff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

News 10's Sean Cunningham and James Ham from The Kings Beat break down another crazy week in Sacramento. Topics include head coach Luke Walton's job stability, Marvin Bagley's decision to not check into the game, the Kings' four-game losing streak and some thoughts on Dave Joerger's cancer diagnosis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Athletic's Sam Amick joins News 10's Sean Cunningham and James Ham from The Kings Beat for a lively discussion on the Sacramento Kings. Topics include Sam's interview with Kings general manager Monte McNair, head coach Luke Walton's job stability, some heavy decisions from the past and an insiders view of the NBA bubble. Thanks for joining us on this new adventure! Intro music and more to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ESPN 1320's Kings Insider James Ham and News 10's Sean Cunningham join forces to provide fans with an inside look into the current state of the Sacramento Kings. On this week's episode, topics include the our favorite players to interview, the Kings' up and down four game stretch, De'Aaron Fox waking up and another look at the Marvin Bagley situation. Thanks for joining us on this new adventure! Intro music and more to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sacramento Kings head coach Luke Walton joins The Kings Beat's James Ham for a discussion from the road. Topics include growing up Walton, Harrison Barnes' impact on the franchise and the culture change happening in Sacramento. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After more than a year away, ESPN's Kings Insider James Ham returns to podcasting. News 10's Sean Cunningham joins the show as the two long time reporters join forces to break down the current state of the Sacramento Kings. Topics include the backcourt pairing of De'Aaron Fox and Tyrese Haliburton, Terence Davis' early struggles, the three headed monster of Richaun Holmes, Alex Len and Tristan Thompson and Sean's Paris Hilton story. Thanks for joining us on this new adventure! Intro music and more to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ESPN 1320's Kings Insider James Ham sits down with Kings legend Jerry Reynolds for a chat. Topics include Harrison Barnes' hot start, evaluating coach Luke Walton and what the NBA draft process looks like from the inside. Thanks for joining us on this new adventure! Intro music and more to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After more than a year away, ESPN's Kings Insider James Ham returns to podcasting. News 10's Sean Cunningham joins the show as the two long time reporters join forces to break down the current state of the Sacramento Kings. Topics include the Kings start to the season, De'Aaron Fox's early struggles, Davion Mitchell's early impact, the disappearance of Marvin Bagley and some incredible Cunningham stories from his 20 years of Kings coverage. Thanks for joining us on this new adventure! Intro music and more to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of the Purple Talk Podcast, former Sacramento King and current analyst Doug Christie joined James Ham to help break down the hiring of new Kings general manager Monte McNair. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of the Purple Talk Podcast, former Sacramento King and current analyst Doug Christie joined James Ham to help break down the list of five names that have surfaced for the team's front office jobs. (1:00) Remembering September 11 and paying thanks to first responders (4:25) What are the Kings looking for? (8:00) What is the culture of the Kings moving forward? (12:00) Is Joe Dumars the most qualified person, even if he's not a candidate? (14:00) Who made the first list for Sacramento? (15:15) Sachin Gupta, aka The Trade Machine (20:30) Who is Monte McNair? (26:00) Calvin Booth a possibility? (29:30) Adam Simon a fan favorite? (36:20) The Wes Wilcox situation (39:45) Kings have to get this right (40:30) Congrats to De'Aaron Fox See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of the Purple Talk Podcast, former Sacramento King and current analyst Doug Christie joined James Ham to help break down what the Kings need in the 2020 NBA Draft, changes in the front office and thoughts on dealing Buddy Hield. (2:15) Tough week in pro sports (8:00) Furloughs hit front office staff, G League team (10:45) Pick no. 12 isn't a bad position to be in (12:00) What do the Kings need? (14:45) Looking at Saddiq Bey, Aaron Nesmith, Devin Vassell, Patrick Williams (17:00) Comparing Isaac Okoro to Marcus Smart (19:20) The Jaden McDaniels dilemma (29:10) When will the season begin? (34:30) No bubble next season (39:00) The Buddy Hield situation See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of the Purple Talk Podcast, Sacramento Kings starting small forward Harrison Barnes joined James Ham to talk coronavirus, the bubble, Vlade Divac and finally being able to shave. (2:40) Barnes life after the bubble (3:50) The coronavirus experience (5:00) Barnes' give back (7:05) Finding his voice outside of basketball (8:30) How do the Kings bounce back from the bubble? (9:45) Taking ownership for the team's play (11:00) Barnes on Vlade Divac (11:45) The shave See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Breaking down Kings bubble experience with Doug Christie On the latest episode of the Purple Talk Podcast, former Sacramento Kings and current analyst Doug Christie joined James Ham to help break down the NBA Draft Lottery and the changes made to the Kings' front office. (2:40) Kings strike out in lottery, will select 12 (3:20) Christie's thoughts on team needs (5:25) Ham's thoughts on Kings needs (8:20) Who does Doug like in the draft? (14:20) The Wenyen Gabriel situation (20:50) When will the 2020-21 season begin? (23:30) Doug on Vlade Divac and Peja Stojakovic (26:30) Lets not do this again (29:00) Heart was in the right place (34:20) Kings need to find an identity and a defined culture (43:15) Is the Kings job worth taking? (49:00) Final thoughts See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of the Purple Talk Podcast, former Sacramento Kings and current analyst Doug Christie joined James Ham to help break down the Kings' struggles in the NBA bubble. Topics include the team's struggle on the defensive end, De'Aaron Fox's breakout performance, Buddy Hield's struggles and the coaching job from Luke Walton. (:45) What in the world happened to the Kings in the bubble? (7:00) Kings lack autocorrect (17:15) De'Aaron Fox's development (23:30) Buddy Hield's performance in the bubble (32:45) It's good that Hield doesn't want to come off the bench (35:05) The Z-Bo effect (39:20) Luka Doncic, NBA superstar (48:00) Marvin Bagley situation (50:0) Luke Walton's coaching (102:15) Thoughts and prayers to the Westphal family See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of the Purple Talk Podcast, Kings head coach Luke Walton joined James Ham from the NBA bubble to discuss a number of different topics, including his team's struggles early in the restart, the development of De'Aaron Fox and what ails Buddy Hield. (:45) 0-3? (3:40) Fixing free throw issues (6:40) Being physical without fouling (9:15) The anticipation of the bubble vs. the reality (12:00) Coronavirus and no excuses (13:50) Is this the De'Aaron Fox we should expect moving forward? (16:45) The struggles of Buddy Hield (22:10) Where did the pace go? (25:45) Marvin Bagley injury issues (29:30) "He's come a long way" -Walton on Harry Giles (31:45) Are the Warriors done? (34:00) Talk to the fans See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of the Purple Talk Podcast, Kings guard De'Aaron Fox joined James Ham from the NBA bubble to discuss a number of different topics, including what life has been like since entering the bubble and what his expectations are for Kings during the restart. Plus, they chat coronavirus and the purchase Fox's mom made so she could social distance with friends. (:52) Fox reveals how it feels in the bubble (2:30) Will Fox try to break the bubble? (4:30) Fox, "We're not going to be here forever" (5:15) Mom needs an SUV to coronavirus tailgate with friends (6:30) Talking to teammates about the virus and their experiences (10:00) Fox ready to take that next step (12:00) Playing with Bogdan Bogdanovic (14:35) Every Kings player being the best version of themselves (15:40) The long road trip that is the NBA bubble (17:00) Fox is staying with the short hair See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of the Purple Talk Podcast, Kings guard Bogdan Bogdanovic joined James Ham from the NBA bubble to discuss a number of different topics, including what life has been like since entering the bubble and how it is being separated from his family. Plus, they detail the challenges of playing games in Orlando and what the Kings have to do to make the playoffs. (1:42) Bogdanovic reveals how it feels in the bubble (5:02) Bogdanovic discusses COVID-19 and its effect on the Kings (7:56) Bogdanovic shares his feelings on being separated from his family (9:02) Bogdanovic expresses what he hopes to learn from protests (15:35) Getting used to the NBA bubble (17:30) What do Kings have to do to make playoffs? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, NBC Sports lead NBA writer Tom Haberstroh joins James Ham to discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics include the gambling conundrum, the Kings chances in Orlando, coronavirus testing and Marvin Bagley. (2:38) How Haberstroh got his start covering the NBA (4:35) Covid-19 and the issues with gambling (7:00) HIPAA and reporting doing the times of the coronavirus (8:45) Is the NBA right to use up hundreds of Covid tests? (10:40) Restart is going about as well as possible with regards to player safety (16:50) Kings get no respect (20:50) Kings' path to the playoffs (24:45) Four players test positive with four different results (25:50) The Marvin Bagley situation (26:40) Bullying in the NBA (34:50) Money doesn't make your skin thicker See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, Kings assistant coach Bobby Jackson joins NBC Sports California's Doug Christie and James Ham discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics include life in lockdown, players back at the practice facility, is Chris Webber a Hall of Famer and whether the Kings players want to continue the season. (1:30) Life in lockdown (2:35) Working out with players under new NBA guidelines (5:00) What type of shape are the players in? (8:12) Breaking down what types of workouts players are going through (10:40) What would playoffs feel like at Golden 1 Center (11:45) Comparing early 2000s Kings to Last Dance Bulls off the court (19:30) Coaching the modern player (24:00) Jackson on his teammates showing up to his mother's funeral (28:45) Christie and Jackson on playing with Chris Webber (33:13) Do the Kings players want to finish the 2019-20 season? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, NBC Sports California's Doug Christie and James Ham discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics include life in lockdown, the new NBA ball, should the league resume play and what will happen with Buddy Hield and the Kings during the offseason. (2:00) Birthday wishes all around (6:24) The new NBA game ball (5:45) How did he get into the business (9:30) Practice facility opens (15:45) Christie on whether the NBA should restart (19:45) Hams take on a potential restart (31:30) Discussing Buddy Hield's future with the Kings (38:00) Will Hield be a starter next season? (41:30) Can the Kings and Hield find common ground? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, Kings longtime radio voice Gary Gerould joins NBC Sports California's Doug Christie and James Ham to discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics life in lockdown, his and his favorite moment from the last 35 seasons of Kings basketball. (1:45) Gardening a new pastime? (2:40) Missing basketball (5:45) How did he get into the business (9:40) Finding his way to Sacramento (16:50) Telling a story during a game (21:30) The evolution of calling a game (28:30) The evolution of the game itself (33:00) Gary Gerould and Paul Newman? (34:15) What would a Kings championship mean to Gerould? (38:40) Gerould on Richmond (39:10) Kings vs. Supersonics (43:50) How long is Gerould going to keep calling games? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, Kings forward Harrison Barnes joins NBC Sports California's James Ham to discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics include staying in shape during shutdown, his thoughts on restarting the league and watching Michael Jordan on The Last Dance. (:55) Has Harrison Barnes shaved his beard yet? (2:20) Barnes on taking the break to clear his head and get back to basics (3:25) How long will the players need to get ready for the season? (7:30) On the need to get healthy and have the whole team together (10:45) Barnes' take on the Last Dance (14:00) Making adjustments at the NBA level (16:25) Barnes the foodie See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, two of the greatest shooting guards in Sacramento Kings history, Mitch Richmond and Doug Christie, join NBC Sports California's James Ham to discuss "The Last Dance," defending Michael Jordan, Richmond's roots in Florida and Hasan Minhaj's shout-out. (1:00) Mitch on lockdown (3:00) Watching "The Last Dance" and remembering the Bulls' greatness (4:50) How could you limit Jordan? (7:00) Doug on defending Mitch (9:50) Playing Jordan early, versus later in his career (20:00) Mitch's path to the NBA (24:00) Mitch and Michael Irvin (26:00) Winning gold at the 1996 Olympic Games (28:30) Mitch on Kobe Bryant (29:30) Winning a championship ring (33:10) The Kings trade that didn't happen (37:50) How would Mitch and Michael fare in the modern NBA? (44:10) Learning to draw a foul (45:30) Talking Minhaj, celebrity Kings fan See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, former Kings big man Jack Cooley joins NBC Sports California's Doug Christie and James Ham to discuss the living in Japan during the coronavirus pandemic. Topics playing in the Japanese league, his thoughts on former teammate Rudy Gobert and how the coronavirus pushed back his wedding date. (:55) Marooned in Japan (1:35) Comparing basketball in Japan to the US (6:30) Where has Jack Cooley played hoops? (7:50) How does Cooley stay in shape during the lockdown? (9:00) Becoming an NBA cult hero (14:00) Cooley's basketball journey (16:30) Cooley on former teammate Rudy Gobert (19:45) Meet the future Mrs. Cooley, Alexandra Cirone See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, Kings starting center Richaun Holmes joins NBC Sports California's James Ham to discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics include his donation to local Sacramentans, how he is passing the time and whether he has found his NBA home. (1:40) Dr. Lydecia Holmes, TikTok star (2:40) Giving back to Sacramento in a time of crisis (5:50) How is Holmes dealing with the lay-off? (7:45) How is Holmes’ shoulder feeling? (8:53) Why was the opportunity in Sacramento the perfect fit? (10:38) Is Sacramento a final landing spot? (12:15) Holmes on Tim Duncan (14:05) Is Holmes watching tape of great rebounders? (16:40) The two comebacks Holmes likes the best (18:05) Steven Adams...NBA nice guy? (19:40) Does Holmes have to reinvent himself every offseason? (21:24) Cutting tracks with Marvin Bagley? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, former Kings big man Scot Pollard joins Doug Christie and NBC Sports California's James Ham to discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics include his new career, his time on Survivor and which of his former teammates would make the best contestant. (1:10) Pollard on lock down in Indiana and his new career in real estate (7:40) The transition from the NBA to real life (11:18) Pollard the movie star? (16:25) Would he play Survivor again? (18:45) The reality of reality TV (23:10) Which former King would be the best Survivor? (27:25) Any prospects coming out of Kansas? (31:35) Remembering Kobe Bryant See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, Kings starting shooting guard Bogdan Bogdanovic joins NBC Sports California's James Ham to discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics include his donation to Serbia, how he is passing the time and what it would be like to play without fans. (1:25) Giving back to Serbia with Nemanja Bjelica and the Divacs (5:25) Staying ready (6:25) How is the team communicating? (9:50) Concerns for De’Aaron Fox? (11:00) Finding his rhythm without basketball (15:00) What is his favorite game winner (16:40) Serbian trash talking (18:35) Playing without fans? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, former King and current analyst Doug Christie joins NBC Sports California's James Ham to discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics include the league's coronavirus shutdown, what it might be like to play without fans, and some well wishes to our friends in the media world. (3:00) Our new normal (6:15) Thoughts and prayers to the Gerould family (14:00) Marty McNeal update (17:30) Christie on what players should be doing while on hiatus (23:00) How dedicated are you? (24:40) Finishing the season in Las Vegas? (29:45) Calling a game without fans See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, longtime Kings public address announcer Scott Moak joins NBC Sports California's James Ham to discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics include the league's coronavirus shutdown, what it might be like to play without fans, and his relationship with Kevin Durant. (1:52) Being a PA announcer (3:05) Getting the names right (9:40) Breaking down the final game against the New Orleans Pelicans (18:00) Comparing shutdown to the protest games (22:12) A game with no fans? (25:40) Landing the job as the PA announcer (28:00) Being a steward for the job (29:30) Who influenced his style of announcing (33:40) The Kevin Durant situation (40:20) What game would Moak like to see re-aired? (43:15) Playoffs? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, long time Kings executive turned analyst, Jerry Reynolds joins NBC Sports California's James Ham to discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics include the league shut down, the Kings' young stars and the greatest trade that never happened. (1:25) Jerry on isolation (2:25) Uncharted territory (4:55) What re-air would Jerry want to see from then past? (10:23) Kings vs. Jazz, 1999 playoffs (12:08) The knowledge of Kings fans (13:30) Watching re-airs of De'Aaron Fox (19:38) A reminder of Marvin Bagley's talent (25:30) The greatest trade that never happened (28:30) Missing in the lottery (33:10) What does a team do during a break like this? (36:27) Rick Adelman's impact on the Kings' franchise (38:35) Why Kings' injuries this season had such an impact (42:35) The Jerry Reynolds show (45:00) How Jerry would reboot the season See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, former Sacramento King and current analyst, Doug Christie joins NBC Sports California's James Ham to discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics include the league shut down, players testing positive for coronavirus and how the league can reboot the season in the future. (:25) NBC Sports California re-airs Kings vs. Grizzlies game (4:30) Everything has changed and the NBA is at the forefront. (4:50) NBA players testing positive and why the Kings have not tested (7:35) A June restart for the NBA? (9:00) Schedule move to Christmas Day? (11:12) Could the NBA test drive a play-in tournament to reboot the season? (13:35) How the layoff affects the playoff race (16:50) Christie's experience over the last week on the radio See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, James Ham is joined by Riccardo Pratesi, a long time NBA writer from Italy. Pratesi, like the rest of Italy, has been under home lock down for over a week due to the coronavirus. (1:35) Pratesi under lock down (5:55) How much outside contact are people in Italy having? (8:18) The latest numbers from Italy (12:05) Supplies running low, just like in the US (13:05) Shortage of tests (16:50) Impact on the Italian economy (20:20) Are hospitals prepared? (21:20) Health care in Italy (22:18) His experience being tested and the words from nurses testing him (26:38) Kevin Durant tests positive (27:45) What does the NBA mean to the world? (30:20) What he missed the most about the US See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, James Ham is joined by Monte Poole and Logan Murdock as they discuss the breaking news that the NBA has postponed the remainder of the season. They detail the fallout of the decision and look forward to what the future holds for the NBA 2020. (1:43) NBA Postpones Season (5:55) What are the player reactions to the news? (8:30) NBA Player tests positive for Coronavirus (10:20) Situation in Sacramento (16:30) How impactful is this move by the NBA? (24:30) Will the NBA season continue later in the year? (31:40) What can we learn from this situation? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of Purple Talk, Kings point guard Cory Joseph joins Doug Christie and NBC Sports California's James Ham for a discussion on all things Kings. Topics include Joseph's Canadian upbringing, the wave of Canadian players coming to the state, the potential to play in the Olympics this summer and his veteran leadership with the Kings. (2:05) Joseph on the influx of talent from Canada (3:40) What did the Raptors mean to hoops in Canada? (6:10) What started the trend with Canadian players making it to the league? (7:18) Joesph's relationship with the Cavs' Tristan Thompson (11:00) The Canadian national team (14:00) Kings chief of staff, Roy Rana and his influence on Canadian hoops (18:10) Playing for the Raptors (19:08) Starting his NBA career with the Spurs (22:10) Joseph on being a veteran leader for the Kings See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.