This week the guys recap some of the top headlines this past week including Tatum's hot streak and Harden's comments about Giannis. The guys also go over their playoff seeding predictions as well as the biggest X factor for each team and pick their award winners for this season.

The guys are joined by Jahlil once again and start off recapping the All Star Weekend. The guys discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers problems. They discussed the Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Clippers playoff chances, Reggie Jackson and the buyout market. They talk about Trae Young and his hot start out of All Star Break and Cam Reddish for a bit. They also discussed Kyrie Irving and why he isn't discussed as injury prone compared to John Wall. They also discussed Giannis and how the Sixers need to improve going towards the playoffs and into the offseason. Lastly they discussed the Celtics, Jayson Tatum and the need for more afternoon Sunday games and go over ESPN's NBA Mock Draft for this year's upcoming draft.

This week Sam and Dev recap some top headlines from around the league and recap All Star Weekend.

This week the guys reflect on Kobe Bryant’s legacy following the tragic loss of Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna and the 7 others lost last week. The guys also discuss the ways in which the league is honoring Kobe. The guys also discuss the long awaited debut of Zion Williamson, the hot scoring streak of Damian Lillard and the slump that Harden was in. The guys also discuss the all star game starters and reserves picked and who was snubbed. They also discuss the NBA trade deadline that happened this past week.

Sam, Frank and Kev discuss Kyrie's recent comments following a disappointing loss. They also revisit the Paul George trade in light of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's recent play. Also a discussion of Ja Morant and the Grizzlies play during this winning streak and the recent trades that happened. They also discussed the evolution of shots in the NBA and the dying mid range shot. They also discuss Houston's recent struggles and some potential first time all stars.

The guys discuss the KD vs Kendrick Perkins Twitter beef, Russell Westbrook's return to OKC, and Jimmy Butler vs TJ Warren. They also discussed Cavaliers coach John Beilein's thugs/slugs comments, and many trade rumors including a possible Ben Simmons/ D'angelo Russell swap in the future. The guys also discussed the Memphis Grizzlies and their potential with their young core and possible playoff aspirations.

The guys discuss the recent trade rumors involving Andre Drummond and its repercussions on players like Blake and Derrick Rose. They also discuss the trade rumors surrounding the Los Angeles teams, with Kyle Kuzma being of main interest. The guys also discuss the Clippers and Lakers struggles as well as the 76ers struggling and what Ben Simmons needs to do as well as Joel Embiid's comments. They also discuss Kevin Love's actions over the weekend and the emergence of Michael Porter Jr. and what it could mean for Denver.

The guys discuss Kyle Kuzma and his trainer's comments about LeBron James and whether or not he'll be on the trade block, Philadelphia's back to back disappointing losses, how fun the Miami Heat can be and the future's of Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum. They also discuss why this season doesn't seem as fun as the last couple seasons.

Samuel and guests Jahlil and Atiba discuss the Kawhi demands, the Cavs-Jazz trade, Kyrie Irving and the Nets and Indiana's potential with Victor Oladipo's eventual return and they breakdown the Christmas Day games.

Sam, Kevin and Rico discuss some of the top stories of the week including, Kevin Garnett's comments regarding Lebron in '10 and how the '08 Celtics are the most annoying one championship team. The guys also discuss how Giannis' evolving three point shot can spell trouble for the rest of the league and how Porzingis is thriving as the number 1 option while Luka sits out with injury. The guys also discuss the disappointing development of Ben Simmons and Lonzo Ball and how their teams may have to cut bait on them.

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