Kings: Small forward, Harrison Barnes

On the latest episode of Purple Talk, former King Doug Christie and NBC Sports California's James Ham sit down with small forward Harrison Barnes discussion on all things Kings. Topics include his upbringing in Ames, Iowa, his time with the Golden State Warriors, being a professional and giving back in the community.

2:40 - Harrison Barnes on his journey to the NBA from Ames, Iowa

4:00 - Barnes on growing up at the Boys and Girls Club

5:18 - Barnes on he and his wife’s philanthropy work

7:12 - Married life in the NBA

8:35 - Barnes on his experience with the Golden State Warriors and winning an NBA title

10:45 - Barnes on his work ethic and maintaining his body

14:45 - Barnes on the Kings fanbase

15:45 - The experience of winning a championship

17:08 - What does life after basketball look like for Barnes

18:40 - A second tour of duty with head coach Luke Walton

20:12 - Walton’s ability to coach young players and the influence of Phil Jackson on his style

20:36 - On the Kings’ developing basketball IQ

22:45 - Barnes on being named after NBA legend Michael Jordan

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