Craig welcomes on his longtime friend Paul Gallant of ESPN Radio Houston (97.5) to break down the Rockets' blockbuster trade for Kevin Durant. The two discuss KD’s return to Texas and what it means for a young Houston squad now chasing the reigning champion Thunder. Gallant shares why he believes the trade vaults Houston into contender territory and why he was surprised by how little it took to land Durant. They also dive into how the deal opens up minutes for other young talent on the roster.

Hour 1

1:12 - Wizards Pull Off Tactical Trade for Future Flexibility

18:42 - Calls on Jordan Poole Being Traded to the Pelicans

Craig opens the show reacting to the Wizards’ latest move—acquiring CJ McCollum, Kelly Olynyk, and a future second-rounder from the Pelicans in exchange for Jordan Poole, Saddiq Bey, and the No. 40 pick. Craig calls it an “incredibly smart, tactical trade” by the Wizards, highlighting how Washington is positioning itself for the future. With nearly $100M in projected cap space for 2026, the Wizards are setting themselves up to capitalize on other teams’ roster restrictions and gain leverage in future trade negotiations.

From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): In the midst of his contract dispute, some of downplayed Terry McLaurin's abilities, which has fans asking "Would perception of Terry McLaurin be different around the NFL if he was a 1st rounder?" ... Logan and Craig break down the stigma that comes with where you were drafted and how 1st rounders tend to get a lot more chances to fail than late round picks

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1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - Oklahoma City Thunder Are the 2025 NBA Champions + Parity in the NBA

38:13 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - Not My Beat + Take Command

1:21:46 - Hoffman Show Hour 3 - Suns Trade Kevin Durant to Rockets, Suns-Spurs Trade Hypothetical + Real Things

Hour 3

1:12 - Kevin Durant Traded Again?! Suns Send KD to Rockets

09:28 -

20:24 - Should the Suns Trade Devin Booker to the Spurs for the #2 Overall Pick?

28:52 - Real Things: Jalen Williams

Craig and Anthony react to the stunning news that the Phoenix Suns have traded Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets. They break down the trade details, debate what this move means for both franchises, and discuss whether the Rockets are ready to contend and if the Suns are heading into a full rebuild. Plus, what does this mean for KD’s legacy and his never-ending journey across the NBA?

Hour 2

1:12 - Durant Dealt: What the Suns Were Thinking

23:19 - Take Command: Craig and Logan Answer A Mailbag Question

Craig welcomes on Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic to react to the blockbuster trade that sends Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets. In return, the Suns receive Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 pick in this year’s NBA Draft, and five second-round picks. Duane breaks down what this deal means for Phoenix, how it reflects the organization’s direction, and whether this marks the start of a new era—or a full reset—for the Suns.

Hour 1

1:12 - Thunder Are Champions! SGA Shines, Haliburton Falls, and Big Picture Takeaways

10:50 - Thunder Take Game 7! How OKC Sealed the Title

19:33 - Seven Seasons, Seven Champs: What It Means for the NBA

30:10 - What Should the NBA Do About Soft-Tissue Injuries?