Jon Wexler is one of the most influential figures in 21st century sneaker culture. Matt and Stak linked up with him during NBA All-Star weekend in LA to break down his legendary run at Adidas, how he recruited Kanye away from Nike, and what it was like working with young Kobe and T-Mac. We also got into Steph Curry's sneaker free agency, Anthony Edwards' rise in the shoe game, and where fashion is headed. This one is straight free game from one of the sharpest minds the industry has ever seen.

Jon Wexler is one of the most influential figures in 21st century sneaker culture. Matt and Stak linked up with him during NBA All-Star weekend in LA to break down his legendary run at Adidas, how he recruited Kanye away from Nike, and what it was like working with young Kobe and T-Mac. We also got into Steph Curry's sneaker free agency, Anthony Edwards' rise in the shoe game, and where fashion is headed. This one is straight free game from one of the sharpest minds the industry has ever seen.

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.

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Jon Wexler: The Untold Story Behind Yeezy and Adidas' Biggest Era

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Tyson Chandler and The Game put us on to Compton legend David Hamilton aka Super Crip, and the fans demanded we bring him on. Now he finally got to sit down with Matt Barnes to tell the full story. Shot in high school. Recruited to Auburn. Caught up in an NCAA investigation. Did time in federal prison. Now he's doing motivational speaking and just dropped a new book. The Compton urban legend speaks for himself. You asked for it. Here it is.

Tyson Chandler and The Game put us on to Compton legend David Hamilton aka Super Crip, and the fans demanded we bring him on. Now he finally got to sit down with Matt Barnes to tell the full story. Shot in high school. Recruited to Auburn. Caught up in an NCAA investigation. Did time in federal prison. Now he's doing motivational speaking and just dropped a new book. The Compton urban legend speaks for himself. You asked for it. Here it is.

The UNTOLD STORY of Compton’s Super Crip

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The legendary Kenny Lofton joins Matt Barnes and Chris Young for a long overdue conversation. K-Lo was a six-time All-Star, five-time stolen base champion and four-time Gold Glove winner — but somehow was one-and-done on the Hall of Fame ballot.

Lofton breaks down why he believes the home run era buried his legacy and what it was really like playing on the greatest teams never to win a World Series. He also opens up about growing up poor in East Chicago, being raised by his blind grandmother, and the promise he made her before leaving for the University of Arizona — where he played point guard on a Final Four team.

Plus, Lofton gets into some amazing untold stories, like almost taking out Cal Ripken during his consecutive games streak, chasing Sammy Sosa through the Cubs dugout during the playoffs, getting held up by the third base coach in Game 7 of the 2007 ALCS, and why he believes Shohei Ohtani should never bat leadoff.

00:00 Intro, Hall of Fame Snub, Steroid Era

08:30: Ichiro Stats Comparison 

16:55: Slow Death of the Leadoff Hitter, Should Ohtani Bat Leadoff?

22:50: Raised in East Chicago by Blind Grandmother

28:25: Playing Basketball at University of Arizona under Lute Olsen

39:05: Foot Locker Slam Dunk Contest

44:13: Taking only one at-bat at Arizona, Getting Drafted to MLB 

55:30: Superpower of the bunt

58:18: First MLB memories with Astros 

01:00:46: Traded to Cleveland Indians, Albert Belle, Eddie Murray

01:03:53: 90’s Indians Best Team to Never win it?

01:05:48: Shocking Trade to Braves for David Justice

01:10:58: Golden Era of Outfielders

01:13:13: Journeyman back half of career

01:14:45: Bartman game, almost fighting Sammy Sosa

01:20:00: Signature Shoe with Nike

01:21:00: 3-0 Blown ALCS with Yankees

01:23:45: Held at 3rd Base in Game 7 of ALCS

01:31:28: Quick Hitters

01:35:50: End

The legendary Kenny Lofton joins Matt Barnes and Chris Young for a long overdue conversation. K-Lo was a six-time All-Star, five-time stolen base champion and four-time Gold Glove winner &mdash; but somehow was one-and-done on the Hall of Fame ballot.
Lofton breaks down why he believes the home run era buried his legacy and what it was really like playing on the greatest teams never to win a World Series. He also opens up about growing up poor in East Chicago, being raised by his blind grandmother, and the promise he made her before leaving for the University of Arizona &mdash; where he played point guard on a Final Four team.
Plus, Lofton gets into some amazing untold stories, like almost taking out Cal Ripken during his consecutive games streak, chasing Sammy Sosa through the Cubs dugout during the playoffs, getting held up by the third base coach in Game 7 of the 2007 ALCS, and why he believes Shohei Ohtani should never bat leadoff.
00:00 Intro, Hall of Fame Snub, Steroid Era
08:30: Ichiro Stats Comparison&nbsp;
16:55: Slow Death of the Leadoff Hitter, Should Ohtani Bat Leadoff?
22:50: Raised in East Chicago by Blind Grandmother
28:25: Playing Basketball at University of Arizona under Lute Olsen
39:05: Foot Locker Slam Dunk Contest
44:13: Taking only one at-bat at Arizona, Getting Drafted to MLB&nbsp;
55:30: Superpower of the bunt
58:18: First MLB memories with Astros&nbsp;
01:00:46: Traded to Cleveland Indians, Albert Belle, Eddie Murray
01:03:53: 90&rsquo;s Indians Best Team to Never win it?
01:05:48: Shocking Trade to Braves for David Justice
01:10:58: Golden Era of Outfielders
01:13:13: Journeyman back half of career
01:14:45: Bartman game, almost fighting Sammy Sosa
01:20:00: Signature Shoe with Nike
01:21:00: 3-0 Blown ALCS with Yankees
01:23:45: Held at 3rd Base in Game 7 of ALCS
01:31:28: Quick Hitters
01:35:50: End

Kenny Lofton Breaks Down Hall of Fame SNUB, 90's Indians UNTOLD STORIES, Arizona Hoops

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Matt Barnes opens up ATS Unplugged by calling out Patrick Beverley over recent comments about Dwyane Wade, saying the energy behind the debate feels more like clickbait than basketball analysis.

Matt and Vernon “Mad Max” Maxwell also break down why Wade still gets the nod over James Harden for many fans, react to Duke’s late-game collapse in March Madness, debate whether Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luka Dončić, or Victor Wembanyama deserves MVP, and discuss why Joe Mazzulla belongs in Coach of the Year conversations.

Matt Barnes opens up ATS Unplugged by calling out Patrick Beverley over recent comments about Dwyane Wade, saying the energy behind the debate feels more like clickbait than basketball analysis.
Matt and Vernon &ldquo;Mad Max&rdquo; Maxwell also break down why Wade still gets the nod over James Harden for many fans, react to Duke&rsquo;s late-game collapse in March Madness, debate whether Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luka Dončić, or Victor Wembanyama deserves MVP, and discuss why Joe Mazzulla belongs in Coach of the Year conversations.

Matt Barnes Calls Out Pat Bev Over D-Wade Disrespect

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Jon Wexler: The Untold Story Behind Yeezy and Adidas' Biggest Era

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