Kings and Maples give their reactions to the condensed All-Star weekend and talk about the most disappointing and surprising teams, the NBA's disturbing diversity report, give out midseason awards, discuss Blake Griffin signing with the Brooklyn Nets, and what to look for in the second half of the season.

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Maples and Kings are joined by Joseph Gill of Merc Analytics as they discuss bridging the gap between both sides of the analytics spectrum, Rudy Gobert's viability as a switching defender, the Clippers achilles heel, the wide open MVP race, the resurgence of the Miami Heat, and more!

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Kings and Maples give their opinions on the All-Star starters and debate on who the reserves for each conference should be. Also, a discussion on the Brooklyn Nets impressive undefeated West Coast road trip, the mightily struggling Laker offense, Draymond Green's latest outburst, and the questionable NBA officiating this season.

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This week, Maples is joined by 13 Year NBA veteran and New Orleans Pelicans TV analyst Antonio Daniels as they discuss the Utah Jazz's viability as a contender, the development of the 3 point shot, why it might not matter if the Nets improve defensively, How the Lakers will move with Anthony Davis injured, and where the New Orleans Pelicans are struggling and how they need develop.

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This week, Maples and Kings talk debate if the Warriors should have taken LaMelo Ball, Lonzo Ball's future, the West dominating the East, whether there should be an All-Star game, and talk about why AD needs to step it up if he's being compared to all-time greats!

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Kings and Coach Maples talk about the Lakers road trip, the Bucks struggles, Denver's resurgence, compare Embiid and Jokic, look forward to the Nets showdown, and Luka and the Mavs struggling. Also, a debate on whether Klay's comments about Rodney McGruder during a Warrior's broadcast were fair or foul.

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This week Kings and Maples are joined by actor and comedic personality Michael Perkins to discuss the defensive struggles of the Brooklyn Nets, the scorching hot Utah Jazz, retired players throwing shade on the current generation, and young teams struggling to find themselves. Also, a reflection on favorite Kobe Bryant moments and his incredible legacy as the 1 year anniversary of his tragic passing approaches.

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Maples and Kings discuss the megadeal that sent James Harden to the Brooklyn Nets and what it means for the league, They also talk about Trae Young's early season struggles, LeBron and AD turning up their level of play, and play "Buy or Sell?" with Paul George's crazy hot start to the season.

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Maples & Kings discuss LaMelo Ball's historic night as well as a surprisingly productive rookie class, the Lonzo Ball conundrum, the early MVP list released by the NBA, the Lakers, and the league's response to a COVID-19 outbreak amongst several teams. Also, they are joined by recording artist P-Lo to discuss the warriors season thus far, and P-Lo reveals why he thinks Steph Curry is the greatest Point Guard in NBA history

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Maples and Kings discuss Steph's 62 point outburst and play buy or sell with the Suns, Cavs, Nuggets, and Raptors. The guys also talk about if the Nets defense will limit their ceiling, what is up with all of the blowouts early on in the season, Luka's sophomore struggles, and if Embiid can be a legit MVP candidate and closer for the 76ers.

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