Unguarded by Fred VanVleet

Patrick Beverley pulls up to Unguarded with zero filter. Fred VanVleet and Pat Bev go hooper-to-hooper on the takes that made him basketball's most polarizing voice — starting with the one he'll never walk back: Harden over Dwyane Wade.

They get into the grind that built him (overseas before the NBA, and now finishing his career overseas again), his Houston years next to James Harden, the truth about the recent controversy and the headlines, the Knicks finally winning a championship, NBA money and the latest trades, this year's draft class, and the teammate he says is the best he's ever played with.

No PR answers. No ceiling. Just two competitors talking the game the way it actually gets talked about in the locker room.

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A decade in the league changes you, and this week they reflect on 10 years of lessons, losses, and leveling up. Then the convo shifts to what's taking over the culture — AI. Is tech making life easier or are we losing something in the process? Plus, athletes are stepping into the media space in a major way, and Quez and Fred break down what that movement really means. No filter. No fluff. Just Unguarded.

The season is over — and Fred and Sarge are holding NOTHING back. The guys break down the Houston Rockets' season from top to bottom: the highs, the shortcomings, and what needs to change.

The Overrated List, followed by a full breakdown of the Austin Rivers vs. Draymond Green war of words — who won, who went too far, and what it all really means. Locker room perspective you can't get anywhere else. 🎙️

Unguarded Podcast Ep. 15 ft. Shakur Stevenson

"Shakur Stevenson pulls up to Unguarded and he does NOT hold back! We get into his legacy, upcoming fights, the Moneyverse movement, and his take on Bud Crawford. Plus — is Shakur really a multi-sport athlete? Fred Sees weighs in too. This one's MUST-LISTEN energy from start to finish! 🥊🔥"

Episode 14 of Unguarded dives straight into the conversations shaping the league right now. The crew breaks down the heated MVP race—who’s really deserving it and what separates the contenders—before zooming out to the bigger question: who actually is the face of the NBA today?

They also tap into Houston’s growing basketball energy with the return of the WNBA to the city, what that means for the culture, and why it matters beyond the court. Plus, an honest look at the Rockets’ recent struggles—what’s going wrong, what needs to change, and where the team goes from here.

Real perspective, unfiltered takes, and a mix of league-wide debate with hometown insight—this one’s for the true hoops fans.

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Episode 12 of Unguarded introduces a new voice to the show. Houston journalist Sarge “Big Sarge” Media joins Fred and Quez as the newest permanent host, bringing a media perspective to the conversation.

The guys dive into some of the biggest topics in sports right now including NBA injuries, Jayson Tatum’s return, and an update on Fred’s health status. They also have a real conversation about the growing tension between NBA players and the media, including the discourse around Russell Westbrook and how narratives are shaped from the outside looking in.

Off the court, the crew reacts to the surprising story around Dak Prescott and a bachelor party fallout, plus the wild situation involving Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore beating charges but still being at the center of a crazy headline.

From locker room perspective to media insight, Episode 12 brings honest conversation, laughs, and unfiltered takes.

Draymond Green joins Unguarded with Fred VanVleet and Marquez Beeks for an unfiltered conversation about the moments that shaped his career — the good, the controversial, and everything in between. Draymond opens up about the “crash out” moments that defined public perception of him, how he’s learned from them, and why his legacy will be about much more than the headlines.

The three dive into what it really means to stand on principles in the NBA, balancing competitiveness with accountability, and the importance of family off the court. Draymond also reflects on his brotherhood with Stephen Curry and the foundation behind the Warriors’ championship culture. Raw, honest, and full of perspective — this is Draymond Green like you’ve rarely heard him.

Fred VanVleet and Quez sit down with KLUTCH Sports Group founder Rich Paul — one of the most influential figures in modern sports. From selling throwback jerseys out the trunk of his car to building a global agency that reshaped athlete representation, Rich shares the mindset behind the movement.

They dive into the origin of KLUTCH, what it means to truly represent players beyond contracts, and how ownership, relationships, and long-term thinking changed the power dynamics of the league. Rich opens up about navigating criticism, building trust with superstars, and why culture and credibility matter more than ever.

This isn’t just a conversation about sports agencies — it’s about shifting the ground beneath an entire industry.

Legacy. Disruption. Blueprint.

On this episode of Unguarded, Fred and Quez sit down with Houston icon Bun B for a wide-ranging conversation that goes far beyond music.

Bun opens up about life after the spotlight, carrying the legacy of Pimp C, and how grief, growth, and purpose reshaped his outlook on success. He reflects on love and partnership with his wife, the importance of integrity, and what it means to evolve without losing who you are.

The conversation also dives into entrepreneurship with Trill Burgers, his passion for education as a professor at Rice University, and why giving back to the next generation is just as important as any chart-topping record.

Raw, thoughtful, and full of game—this is Bun B unguarded.