Vernon Davis: Mike Singletary Clash, Colin Kaepernick Drama, and Peyton Manning Praise
Former Pro Bowl tight end and Super Bowl champion Vernon Davis joins All The Smoke for a wide-ranging conversation. He opens up about his time in the NFL, including the story behind his rocky relationship with Mike Singletary and his perspective on Colin Kaepernick’s legacy. Vernon also shares what it was like playing with Peyton Manning and winning a championship in Denver. Now retired, he talks about his new chapter as an actor, producer, and even his passion for curling.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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All The Smoke NBA Finals Rewind: 2017 Durant Warriors & 2003 Duncan Spurs
Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson reminisce on their NBA Finals runs with the Golden State Warriors & San Antonio Spurs alongside Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant and Tim Duncan. Plus, the guys breakdown the 2025 Finals involving the OKC Thunder and Indiana Pacers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Danny Green: From D-League to 3x Champ, Shaq Hazing, Ray Allen’s Shot, LeBron vs. Kawhi
NBA sharpshooter and 3x champion Danny Green joins All The Smoke to reflect on a journey that took him from New York City playgrounds to NBA championships with the Spurs, Raptors, and Lakers. He opens up about his mental health struggles during college, his relationship with Gregg Popovich, and his experience witnessing Ray Allen’s iconic shot in the 2013 Finals. Danny also speaks on playing with stars like LeBron, Kawhi, and Embiid, and shares his take on the current Lakers’ title chances. From rookie hazing by Shaq to Drake’s sideline antics, this episode is full of stories from one of the league’s most underrated winners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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OKC LOCKS UP Ant-Man, Knicks' Brunson Problem & Luka's Slim Summer
Rachel Nichols joins Matt Barnes to discuss the biggest headlines from the 2025 NBA Playoffs: OKC Thunder’s lockdown of Anthony Edwards, Karl Anthony Towns’ monstrous 4th quarter and the Indiana Pacers re-instatement of John Haliburton. Plus, Matt recaps his WNBA weekend, predicts Philadelphia 76ers summer sliding doors & reacts to Luka Doncic’s offseason training.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Darius Miles on Making the Clippers Cool, Jordan Brand at 18, and the LeBron Comments Backlash
Darius Miles gets brutally honest about his journey from East St. Louis phenom to NBA lottery pick, opening up about the pressure of being drafted by the Clippers and signing with Jordan Brand at just 18 years old. He doesn't hold back when addressing his infamous LeBron comments, what it was really like playing for Donald Sterling, and the mental health struggles that hit him after retirement. He also reflects on starring in The Perfect Score with Scarlett Johansson and how he's learned to navigate life after basketball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ALL THE SMOKE pairs two of the most outspoken and controversial players of their time. Known as fiery, intense competitors during their on-court careers, Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson are now two of the most widely respected voices by today’s crop of NBA stars. Serving as mentors to numerous players throughout the league and with their hands firmly on the pulse of the game, they have first-hand insight into the minds, lives and pressing issues facing today’s players. Barnes and Jackson, who have played alongside two generations of All-Stars, will dish on the latest news and drama from on and off the court without boundaries.