Fred VanVleet pulls up to ALL THE SMOKE Unplugged and keeps it 💯

From Kevin Durant’s viral moment to the REAL version of Dillon Brooks, Fred sounds off on everything fans don’t get to hear: ACL rehab, mental battles, grief, veteran leadership, and why today’s NBA is missing something real.

PLUS: Coach Ime Udoka’s leadership (“Popovich energy”)

Why the NBA needs vets more than ever

His most infamous ejection and the real-life context behind it

Quick hitters: toughest covers, MJ/Kobe/Bron, road trip cities & more

Fred VanVleet pulls up to ALL THE SMOKE Unplugged and keeps it 💯
From Kevin Durant&rsquo;s viral moment to the REAL version of Dillon Brooks, Fred sounds off on everything fans don&rsquo;t get to hear: ACL rehab, mental battles, grief, veteran leadership, and why today&rsquo;s NBA is missing something real.
PLUS: Coach Ime Udoka&rsquo;s leadership (&ldquo;Popovich energy&rdquo;)
Why the NBA needs vets more than ever
His most infamous ejection and the real-life context behind it
Quick hitters: toughest covers, MJ/Kobe/Bron, road trip cities &amp; more

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.

All The Smoke

Fred VanVleet on KD’s Shower Confession, His $50K Ejection & NBA Leadership Crisis

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A Jaguars reporter showed emotion after a playoff moment... and legacy media LOST ITS MIND.

Matt Barnes breaks down why the backlash to Lynn Jones Turpin's postgame interaction with Liam Coen missed the point, how athletes see moments like this differently, and why letting someone show love for 30 seconds shouldn’t be controversial.

If you’ve ever wondered who actually understands the pressure of playoff sports, players or pundits, this one’s for you.

A Jaguars reporter showed emotion after a playoff moment... and legacy media LOST ITS MIND.
Matt Barnes breaks down why the backlash to Lynn Jones Turpin's postgame interaction with Liam Coen missed the point, how athletes see moments like this differently, and why letting someone show love for 30 seconds shouldn&rsquo;t be controversial.
If you&rsquo;ve ever wondered who actually understands the pressure of playoff sports, players or pundits, this one&rsquo;s for you.

Matt Barnes UNLOADS on Shady McCoy, Jemele Hill & Sports Media for Attacking Reporter

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Scramblin’ Randall was the original dual-threat quarterback and one of the most electric players the game has ever seen. Matt and Stak sit down with Randall Cunningham, now Pastor Cunningham, to trace his journey from UNLV to the Philadelphia Eagles and beyond. Cunningham shares his thoughts on today’s stars like Lamar Jackson and Shedeur Sanders, reflects on playing alongside Randy Moss and Cris Carter, and tells unforgettable stories from his life on and off the field. From college football days with Suge Knight, to hearing his name dropped in Jay-Z’s Heart of the City, to dating Whitney Houston, this episode is packed with moments you don’t want to miss. Buckle up. This one sets the tone perfectly for the NFL playoffs.

Scramblin&rsquo; Randall was the original dual-threat quarterback and one of the most electric players the game has ever seen. Matt and Stak sit down with Randall Cunningham, now Pastor Cunningham, to trace his journey from UNLV to the Philadelphia Eagles and beyond. Cunningham shares his thoughts on today&rsquo;s stars like Lamar Jackson and Shedeur Sanders, reflects on playing alongside Randy Moss and Cris Carter, and tells unforgettable stories from his life on and off the field. From college football days with Suge Knight, to hearing his name dropped in Jay-Z&rsquo;s Heart of the City, to dating Whitney Houston, this episode is packed with moments you don&rsquo;t want to miss. Buckle up. This one sets the tone perfectly for the NFL playoffs.

Randall Cunningham: The Quarterback Who Changed the Game Before It Was Ready

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Mad Max returns to the first Unplugged of 2026 with both Matt and Stak! The crew debates whether the Warriors dynasty is officially OVER, breaks down the viral Draymond-Kerr sideline confrontation, and plays Push or Pivot on trade deadline targets like Anthony Davis, Trae Young, and Ja Morant.

Plus, Stak goes OFF on Joel Embiid playing basketball with NO SOCKS, the guys debate if Jaylen Brown is the best two-way player in the NBA, discuss LeBron's potential All-Star snub, and dive deep into Jokic's MVP case vs. the 65-game rule. Then it's NFL Wild Card Weekend picks and a thoughtful conversation about Drake's post-Kendrick beef comeback with the Iceman album.

Mad Max returns to the first Unplugged of 2026 with both Matt and Stak! The crew debates whether the Warriors dynasty is officially OVER, breaks down the viral Draymond-Kerr sideline confrontation, and plays Push or Pivot on trade deadline targets like Anthony Davis, Trae Young, and Ja Morant.
Plus, Stak goes OFF on Joel Embiid playing basketball with NO SOCKS, the guys debate if Jaylen Brown is the best two-way player in the NBA, discuss LeBron's potential All-Star snub, and dive deep into Jokic's MVP case vs. the 65-game rule. Then it's NFL Wild Card Weekend picks and a thoughtful conversation about Drake's post-Kendrick beef comeback with the Iceman album.

Warriors Dynasty Crumbling, Steph's Kobe Ending & NBA Trade Chaos

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Fred VanVleet on KD’s Shower Confession, His $50K Ejection & NBA Leadership Crisis

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