On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew looks ahead to this week's NBA season tip-off and focuses on which players will surprise and exceed expectations. We talk about some rookies that will make an immediate impact, and who could come out of nowhere to win Defensive Player of the Year. Also, RJ & Channing believe there's a clear-cut favorite to win this year's MVP award.Richard recently called a Warriors preseason game, and says the champs will be even better with young players pushing f...
Oct 17, 2022•57 min•Ep. 217
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew looks at all angles of the Draymond Green incident with Jordan Poole at Warriors practice. How common are fights in practice amongst NBA teammates? How does the public nature of the video being released impact the situation? And is there a conspiracy theory angle as to why some people had an interest in this video being released?Richard & Channing offer up effusive praise to Victor "Wemby" Wembanyama, who they call the biggest prospect in NBA histor...
Oct 10, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 216
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew looks at some of the more recent developments of the NBA offseason. We dive into the Brooklyn Nets and how they can overcome the awkwardness of the Kevin Durant & Kyrie Irving trade headlines...oh, and where does Ben Simmons fit into the mix? How much of a hit did the Celtics' title chances take when their HC Ime Udoka was suspended for the entire '22-'23 season?Channing played five seasons for the Suns, and says the pending sale of the team will go...
Oct 04, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 215
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew assembles in Las Vegas and goes through every division in an early preview of the '22-'23 NBA season. Can the upstart Cavs, Grizzlies & Hawks make noise again this year? Which contenders have the biggest question marks as we get set for tip off?The crew also explains why the Nets & Lakers are fool's gold with their current roster make up, and why the Mavericks are primed to make a deep run and exceed expectations. Arizona alum and friend of the ...
Sep 28, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 214
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew catches up with Sean Kelly, founder of Jersey Champs & the popular basketball-themed ChibiDinos NFT project. Sean explains how obscure classic basketball jerseys blew up with guys in their 20s a while back, and how the NBA's custom jersey market continues to explode and evolve.The crew also dives into a possible in-season NBA tournament and the pros & cons for veteran players if it actually happens. Richard & Channing compare a few younger e...
Sep 21, 2022•59 min•Ep. 213
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew catches up with Chris Long, 2x Super Bowl Champion + host of the Green Light Podcast in our Las Vegas studios. Chris talks about his time as a hooper, what the biggest difference between NBA & NFL players is and why many of the top QBs in the NFL take criticism much like NBA stars do from the fans & media.We also discuss what it was like growing up the son of Howie Long on the NFL sidelines, and what Tom Brady/Bill Belichick are really like behi...
Sep 14, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 212
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew explains why the Knicks have to do whatever it takes to land Donovan Mitchell via trade. They go through almost 30 years (!) of ineptitude on behalf of Knicks management, and point to the fact that a star actually WANTS to play for this team & Thibs right now. But has Minnesota ruined the trade market, after acquiring Rudy Gobert?We also discuss Patrick Beverley joining the Lakers, and what a healthy Anthony Davis could mean for the Western Conferen...
Sep 01, 2022•50 min•Ep. 211
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew reacts to the news of Kevin Durant (and Kyrie Irving) staying put in Brooklyn with the Nets. How will KD's lengthy trade request impact the locker room, coaching dynamic and overall basketball operations of the team? The guys have some strong views on whether the Nets are a title contender and if either KD or Kyrie could still be moved this season. In the wake of the Durant news in Brooklyn, is bonafide star Donovan Mitchell really serious about wanting...
Aug 24, 2022•55 min•Ep. 210
On this edition of Road Trippin', we revisit some of our favorite episodes where the legacy of NBA legends has been discussed and debated. LeBron James was our guest in studio, and discussed how he'd like to be remembered both on and off the court. Richard recently reacted to Steph Curry's 4th NBA Championship, and how the Finals MVP Award was the icing on his trophy case. Kendrick Perkins offered up some great perspective on Giannis Antetokounmpo, saying he's already in the discussion for all-t...
Aug 18, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 209
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew breaks down both sides of the Kevin Durant vs Brooklyn Nets saga...does either side have any leverage after KD's ultimatum? We also look ahead to LeBron's future in the NBA and if he'll leave the Lakers to finish his career elsewhere. Richard & Channing react to recent player comments about the Showtime Lakers, and how they rank compared to other all-time NBA dynasties.We also roll out the "Road Trippin' Time Machine," running back a couple of class...
Aug 11, 2022•50 min•Ep. 208
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew is joined in studio by Duncan Robinson, Miami Heat Forward & host of The Long Shot Podcast. Duncan, RJ & Channing take you through a short list of "hard to guard" players that blew their minds on the court (Shaq, Yao Ming, Giannis, Kyrie) and which players blew their minds (with their mouths) in the trash talk department.Duncan also explains the challenges of playing pro ball in a city like Miami, and how the team has protocols in place to keep ...
Aug 04, 2022•38 min•Ep. 207
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew speculates on the most likely Kevin Durant/Donovan Mitchell trade partners, which teams have improved their rosters this summer, and whether Draymond Green deserves a max contract from Warriors brass. Richard recaps his brief time as a NBA referee, and tells you if he has plans to return and blow the whistle again.We also hit the pop culture scene hard...reacting to an evil Russian chess robot, athletes becoming movie characters, the end of the Choco Ta...
Aug 01, 2022•49 min•Ep. 206
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew meets up at Las Vegas Summer League to evaluate the on-court product and overall focus on player development by NBA squads. Should young players really have the option of sitting out Summer League, and are teams doing them a disservice by allowing young stars stay home? Richard & Channing also address some chatter about the Warriors abusing the luxury tax rules to "buy championships."Grizzlies Assistant Coach Vitaly Potapenko stops by the set to rem...
Jul 27, 2022•34 min•Ep. 205
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew joins forces with Haley O'Shaughnessy from the Spinsters podcast in Las Vegas. They're joined in studio by Cleveland Cavaliers HC J.B. Bickerstaff & Orlando Magic HC Jamahl Mosley, two coaches RJ & Channing have played for in the past. The coaches explain how their two young teams are built differently, and how they've developed dynamic players along the way.We also chop it up with Magic players Gary Harris & Markelle Fultz, as everyone tell...
Jul 20, 2022•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 204
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew heads to NBA Summer League and welcomes Pelicans PF Larry Nance Jr. into our Blue Wire Las Vegas studios. Larry shares his thoughts on Zion Williamson's game from a teammate's perspective, and explains why Zion's still the generational talent we all thought he could be coming out of Duke.We also chop it up about a rumored Pelicans trade for Kevin Durant, go behind the scenes of Kevin Love's star-studded wedding, tell you how we'd change the NBA Slam Dun...
Jul 13, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 203
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew responds to Draymond Green's hypocrisy after his personal attack on Kendrick Perkins, where Draymond called Perk an ugly racial slur for simply doing his job as an ESPN studio analyst.Richard & Channing also bring you behind the scenes as they both MC'ed Kevin Love's wedding last weekend. And why didn't more teams get involved to acquire Kyrie Irving before he exercised his player option with Brooklyn?Have a question or topic for our next show? Text...
Jun 30, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 202
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew congratulates the Golden State Warriors for cementing their modern NBA dynasty with a 4th championship in 8 years. Richard leans in on players who have resented Steph & Klay's paths to success, and explains why The Splash Bros have actually had it tougher than most.Richard says the swirling rumors about Kyrie joining the Lakers/LeBron should be taken very seriously, and he responds to Shannon Sharpe calling him "lazy" on national TV this week.Have a...
Jun 23, 2022•58 min•Ep. 201
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew welcomes the one and only Metta Sandiford-Artest: NBA Champion, former NBA All-Star and NBA Defensive Player of the Year. Metta gives high praise to Steph Curry for his heroics during this year's Finals, and weighs in on the debate of whether Andrew Wiggins deserves to be in the Finals MVP conversation.We also turn back the clock to Metta's street ball days at Rucker Park where his teams dominated for years, and get to the bottom of how his name has cha...
Jun 15, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 200
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew reacts to what they've seen so far in the NBA Finals. The focus early is on scoring, and both Steph Curry & Jayson Tatum have taken center stage. How is Steph's role with this team different than in year's past when Golden State won the 'ship? And what should we realistically expect from a 24yo Jayson Tatum, now that he's leading his Celtics squad through the Finals?We also look at Darvin Ham's priorities after taking over as the Lakers' new head co...
Jun 07, 2022•47 min•Ep. 199
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew dives deep into a preview of the NBA Finals.Richard believes the Warriors will need to play their best brand of ball and stop "playing with their food" to take home the hardware. Plus, how much will the past NBA Finals experience of the GSW players + Steve Kerr give them an advantage on the court?For the Celtics...can X-factors Robert Williams, Grant Williams & Al Horford clog the lane and disrupt the Warriors sets?We also have opinions on Jimmy But...
Jun 02, 2022•50 min•Ep. 198
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew brings you inside both NBA Conference Finals series. RJ & Channing both agree that the Heat's system is just too robotic to crack this Celtics defense...regardless, the future is bright on South Beach. Also, the Warriors are making quick work of the Mavericks, and it's their inside play that's making a huge impact late in games.We also dig deep into this year's All-NBA Team announcements, the never-ending Lakers coaching search, Richard's controvers...
May 26, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 197
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew celebrates Channing's birthday in style and previews the Western Conference Finals series between the Warriors & Mavericks. How do the Warriors game plan to stop Luka Doncic from imposing his will on them?RJ/Channing react to Kyrie Irving's recent admission about his own maturity costing the Cavaliers more rings, and we also debate whether or not Deandre Ayton deserves a max contract in free agency.Have a question or topic for our next show? Text or...
May 20, 2022•36 min•Ep. 196
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew celebrates Channing's birthday in style and previews the Eastern Conference Finals series between the Celtics & Heat. We've been praising the Celtics defense, but does Jimmy Butler present a matchup issue for them? And after we dissect the Suns' epic collapse vs the Mavericks, we finally give the Mavs their props for taking down the NBA's regular season champs.Have a question or topic for our next show? Text or leave us a VM at 657-522-5578 (6575-CA...
May 19, 2022•31 min•Ep. 195
On this edition of Road Trippin', Richard & Allie wrap up their discussion of the conference semifinal series. How has Dallas bounced back to force a Game 7 after falling down 0-2 early? And how did the Heat flip the switch again after dropping Games 3 & 4 in Philly? Richard also digs deeper into the Joel Embiid / James Harden dynamic, and how things will play out going forward.Richard also explains why there's no doubt Shaq would destroy ANYONE in his prime (including Rudy Gobert & ...
May 13, 2022•33 min•Ep. 194
On this edition of Road Trippin', Richard & Allie react to Nikola Jokic's second consecutive MVP award, and take you through the conference semifinals. No one here is objecting to Joker winning the award, but we look at how the definition of MVP has changed over the decades. RJ explains why Boston will have an advantage vs Milwaukee as the series progresses, and how the Warriors are winning depite not playing their best brand of ball.We also have some fun with Tom Brady's $375M tv analyst gi...
May 12, 2022•39 min•Ep. 193
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew updates you on all things NBA Playoffs. We start with Dallas, where Luka Doncic simply can't advance far without a second scoring option. Paging James Harden...how exactly has he fallen off after being a guy who averaged 36 pts a night? And does everyone need to get off Doc Rivers' back?Plus, we get a text thread update as LeBron is enjoying his "early" offseason...so much so that the guys can't afford to keep up!Have a question or topic for our next sh...
May 09, 2022•33 min•Ep. 192
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew gives their take on Dillon Brooks "Breaking the Code", and "dirty" plays in what's been a physical series between the Warriors-Grizzlies. RJ & Channing also explain why the Celtics' style of defense gives them a huge advantage vs Milwaukee.Plus, let's not forget Draymond Green owes the Road Trippin' community for being the FIRST in-season player podcast! And did Allie meet...have dinner with, or just eat at the same restaurant as Steve Urkel?Have a ...
May 06, 2022•35 min•Ep. 191
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew goes through every playoff matchup to explain what's really going on from a former player's perspective. Who's to blame for the Nets getting swept in the first round? Were Philadelphia's struggles vs Toronto cause for concern? And how do you pick your poison when the Warriors are firing on all cylinders?We also have some fun reviewing the Mike Tyson / JetBlue fiasco and share some thoughts on real-life courtroom dramas featuring Jerry West vs HBO + John...
Apr 29, 2022•50 min•Ep. 190
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew goes deeper into the 2022 NBA Playoffs in highlighting series that should stretch to six or seven games. And why does everyone have a problem with NBA players showing emotion and celebrating? Richard delivers a compelling argument for why there's a double-standard when comparing basketball to other major sports.We also share our thoughts on Jerry West's reputation / if HBO really owes him an apology over his portrayal in their "Winning Time" series. And...
Apr 25, 2022•31 min•Ep. 189
On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew gives dives into the first round of this year's NBA Playoffs. Celtics-Nets is living up to the hype, the Warriors are giving everyone flashbacks, the Sixers keep rolling and the Jazz are being the Jazz again...How do these playoffs rank compared to the past few years? The crew disagrees on how the on-court play has been so far, and gives you key factors to watch for as these first round matchups progress.Have a question or topic for our next show? Text ...
Apr 22, 2022•35 min•Ep. 188
