Before Victor Wembanyama, there was Ralph Sampson, the original unicorn. One of the nation’s first super recruits, Sampson appeared on six Sports Illustrated covers in four years at the University of Virginia and once more as a member of the Houston Rockets. Matt and Stak sit down with the Hall of Famer to reflect on his legendary career, from NBA brawls and battles with Michael Jordan and Dr. J to facing greats like Moses Malone and teaming up with Hakeem Olajuwon. He shares wild stories about receiving death threats in college, Bob Knight smacking a cop while coaching Team USA, running into Mad Max in jail, and the Puma deal that became a lifetime contract. Sampson remains one of the most under appreciated talents in basketball history, and this conversation proves why.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Andruw Jones Reveals Gold Glove Secrets, Crazy MLB Rookie Hazing Stories, & Hall of Fame Case
Andruw Jones sits down with Matt Barnes to reflect on his legendary MLB career and the conversation around his Hall of Fame case. The Braves legend talks about growing up in Curaçao, breaking into the league at 19, and the unforgettable rookie hazing he experienced. He breaks down the secrets behind his elite defense, his approach to hitting, and the mindset that kept him consistent for over a decade. Jones also shares stories about playing alongside Chipper Jones and Greg Maddux, his Jordan Brand deal, and watching his son Druw follow in his footsteps.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Spencer Haywood on Lawsuit That Changed The League, ABA-NBA Merger, & Fight Against NIL Reform
Spencer Haywood joins All The Smoke for a powerful conversation on basketball, culture, and legacy. Haywood breaks down his landmark lawsuit that changed the NBA forever, reflects on the struggles of his childhood and rise in Detroit, and shares what it was like making the Olympic team at 19. He opens up about his battles with substance abuse during his Lakers days, his road to sobriety, and the stories behind marrying supermodel Iman and mentoring his godson, Common. The crew also gets into Pistol Pete Maravich, turning down early Nike equity, his fight for NIL reform, and the impact of the ABA’s merger with the NBA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Darryl Strawberry Explains Barry Bonds’ Greatness, Mets vs. Yankees, & Choosing Baseball Over Hoops
Darryl Strawberry pulled up to All The Smoke for a powerful sit-down. The 8x All-Star and 4x World Series champion opened up about his recent heart attack, growing up in South Central LA, and why he chose baseball over basketball after a standout run at Crenshaw High. He reflected on his smooth swing, life in the 80’s MLB, and unforgettable moments with Doc Gooden, Keith Hernandez, Lawrence Taylor, and Mike Tyson. Strawberry also kept it real on Mets vs. Yankees fans, his regret over joining the Dodgers, battling substance abuse during his career, and the recent controversy around Pete Alonso breaking his Mets home run record.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Michael Beasley’s Unfiltered Smoke: Kevin Durant, Pat Riley, Derrick Rose, Kevin Love, OJ Mayo
Michael Beasley pulls up to All The Smoke for one of the realest conversations we’ve had. Beas breaks down his recent 1-on-1 with Lance Stephenson at @Next22Chapter, growing up alongside Kevin Durant, and the struggles of adapting to Heat culture early in his career. He shares memories from the legendary high school class of 2007, reflects on his time at Kansas State, and explains why his game was never truly isolation basketball. Packed with untold stories and plenty of good smoke, this one’s a must-watch.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.
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