Longtime beat writer K.C. Johnson joins the pod to talk about Zach LaVine at All-Star Weekend and all things Bulls. We discuss LaVine's future with the franchise, Thaddeus Young trade rumors, Billy Donovan's influence on this team and the status of the missing Bulls (Lauri Markkanen, Otto Porter Jr., Chandler Hutchison). Plus, stick around for some great sto ... Show More
Apr 8
It happened! Bulls fire Arturas Karnisovas, but what's next?
The Bulls fired Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley before the end of the regular season, a pleasant surprise after years of calling for their heads. Jason and Ricky break down why their firings were warranted for so long. But while AK and ME are out, Billy Donovan is still badl ... Show More
1h 33m
Nov 2021
Hot NBA Teams, Miles Bridges, Jamal Crawford On New NBA Rules | WHAT’S BURNIN | SHOWTIME Basketball
<p>Another week of WHAT'S BURNIN is here. Matt and Stak discuss the teams in the NBA off to a hot start, including Knicks, Warriors and the Bulls. Plus, they are joined by NBA legend Jamal Crawford to talk about the new NBA rules and the impact on the game. </p><p> </p> Learn mo ... Show More
28m 20s
Feb 2024
Believing in the Thunder, Why the Knicks and Mavs Won the Day, and Recapping a Mediocre Trade Deadline
Verno and KOC discuss a mediocre NBA trade deadline that saw no real impactful moves made. They go through the winners of the deadline, including the Knicks and Mavericks, as well as their disappointment with the Lakers and Warriors for not making any moves (08:40). Next, they di ... Show More
57m 53s
Dec 2023
Thunder Trade Targets, Lauri Markkanen’s Value, Should the Cavs Reset, and Other League Observations
After the Bulls upset the 76ers, Verno and KOC discuss the promising development of Coby White before giving credit to James Harden and Clippers, as it seems they have finally figured it out (02:32). Verno shares what he expects from Ja Morant as he's set to make his season debut ... Show More
1h 10m
Jun 2024
Redick to L.A., the Caruso-Giddey Deal, Bronny, and NBA Draft Rumors
With the Finals now behind us, Verno and KOC dive fully into the offseason, starting off with the Lakers' hiring of JJ Redick as their next head coach (02:34) and the Pistons’ firing of Monty Williams (23:44). Next, the guys discuss the surprising trade between the Thunder and Bu ... Show More
1h 23m
Sep 2021
KFS POD | Pros & Cons of the Knicks Off-season w/ Michael Scotto of HoopsHype
In this episode, Jon is joined by Michael Scotto of HoopsHype to discuss the Knicks off-season, "Zach Lavine to the Knicks" rumors, the improved eastern conference, Nerlens Noel almost going to the Hornets & much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad ... Show More
47m 58s
Mar 2021
Zach LaVine | Ep 74 | ALL THE SMOKE Full Episode | SHOWTIME Basketball
<p>Newly announced, first-time NBA All-Star Zach LaVine joins the boys on episode 74 to talk about his career year. Matt and Stak talk with LaVine about finally getting the All-Star nod, the Bulls recent surge and trade rumors involving him. Plus, he opens up about his idol Kobe ... Show More
39m 58s