Mega trades continue to go down and training camps are beginning league-wide, which means the NBA season is around the corner. That also means the return of our CERTIFIED SMOKE season preview, as ALL THE SMOKE and KG CERTIFIED collide to provide an unparalleled breakdown of the new league year with Matt Barnes, Stephen Jackson, Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce and Tony Allen.

Certified Smoke: 2023-24 NBA Season Preview | Full Episode | Showtime Basketball

KG CERTIFIED is a series hosted by Hall of Fame NBA legend, Kevin Garnett. Garnett traverses the sports landscape to bring you unparalleled sit-downs with the biggest stars and most influential power brokers in the industry. Plus, KG is joined weekly by former teammate and Hall Of Famer Paul Pierce to break down the latest in the NBA in TICKET & THE TRUTH.

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This week's TICKET & THE TRUTH is on one! KG and Paul discuss the battle between 4x DPOY Rudy Gobert and 3x MVP Nikola Jokic. Plus, they debate what's next for Donovan Mitchell, who should be the Lakers next head coach, and how everyone is playing hurt at this stage of the season. Also, they make some picks for Knicks-Pacers game 6 and the improvement of the NBA combine.

Rudy vs. Jokic, Donovan Mitchell's Future, Lakers Next Head Coach | Ticket & The Truth

Ya'll wanted smoke so we delivered. Two of the biggest personalities in the game sit down on the latest episode of KG CERTIFIED. Stephen A. lets loose to KG about times he went TOO far, the importance of authenticity in media and why he wont change no matter what. Plus, he speaks on journalistic integrity, not wanting to be a follower, and how his upbringing in NYC molded him.

Stephen A. Smith Unfiltered On Going Too Far, Being Authentic, His Next Move | KG Certified

This week's TICKET & THE TRUTH pure fire! KG and Paul react to the current state of all 2nd round series, Jokic winning his 3rd MVP, and pick the weekend games. Plus, if the Celtics face the Timberwolves who will KG root for? Also, how worried should you be about the Knicks injuries and heavy minutes load?

2nd Round Reactions: Knicks Injuries, Wolves or Celtics?, Jokic Rightful MVP? | Ticket & The Truth

This week's TICKET & THE TRUTH is ON ONE! KG and Paul preview the big series between Minnesota & Denver, debate what is next for LeBron & KD after early exits, and the impact Porzingis' injury will have on the Celtics. Plus, is Anthony Edwards the best 2-Guard in NBA and should he start for team USA? Also, they share their weekend picks and debate who has been the best player so far in the playoffs.

Timberwolves vs. Nuggets Preview, LeBron & KD's Next Moves, Porzingis Injury | Ticket & The Truth

On the latest TICKET & THE TRUTH, KG and Paul chop it up about week 1 of the NBA playoffs. The duo discusses how Kawhi and Embiid not being 100% impact those series and if thye should opt out of playing in the Olympics this summer. Plus, has the new generation finally arrived or do KD & LeBron have one last run? Also, what's the difference between averaging 15 ppg vs. 20?

Certified Smoke: 2023-24 NBA Season Preview | Full Episode | Showtime Basketball

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