The guys discuss the Denver Nuggets winning their first ever NBA Championship as well as Joker's historic playoff run, Denver building the perfect team around Joker, and if the Nuggets are the favorite next year. Also, a discussion about the trade rumors involving Brandon Ingram and the #3 pick that the Portland Trailblazers own, plus more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys discuss Denver's 109-94 victory over Miami to go up 2-1 in the NBA finals, as well as landing spots for Chris Paul after being waived by the Phoenix Suns, and Dame possibly signaling that his time *MIGHT* be up in Portland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys break down the Miami Heat's 111-108 victory in Game 2 of the NBA Finals, dealing Denver their first home loss of the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys break down the wild 7 game Eastern Conference Finals series between Boston and Miami, give Coach Spo his flowers, discuss what's next for the Celtics, preview the NBA Finals, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys discuss how the Denver Nuggets and the Miami Heat have taken complete control of their conference finals series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vinay Killawala joins the guys to break down the Nuggets 108-103 victory over the Lakers to go up 2-0 in the Western Conference Finals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys are joined by @beatlove91 to break down the Nuggets 132-126 victory over the Lakers in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys are joined by @teflonrique1 to wrap of the conference semis and preview the Conference Finals! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys discuss the Lakers going up 2-1 on the Warriors behind Anthony Davis's defensive dominance, Devin Booker's historic performances leading the Suns back into their series against the Nuggets, James Harden stepping up in big moments to help Philly tie the series against Boston, Coach Spo putting on a playoff masterclass, and more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bay Area Rap Star and Golden State Warriors superfan P-lo joins the show to talk about the Lakers 117-112 victory over the Warriors in game 1 of Western Conference Semis. The guys also talk about Steph chasing Magic for the GOAT PG title and how the Suns are in dire straits after falling down 0-2 to the Nuggets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

@Teflonrique joins the guys to discuss the Warriors game 7 victory over the Kings, preview Lakers/Warriors, discuss how the Suns can adjust against the Nuggets, Giannis's comments about failure, the Heat stealing game 1 from the Knicks, if the 76ers can compete with Boston without Embiid, and more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys discuss the Lakers going up 2-1 on the Grizzlies, the Warriors barely tying up their Nor-Cal battle with the Kings, The Knicks physically overwhelming the Cavs, the Bucks struggling without Giannis, and much more on the NBA Playoffs!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys are joined by @vkillem to discuss the opening weekend of playoff basketball including the Lakers Game 1 win in Memphis, the Grizzlies losing Ja, the KD/Kawhi duel in Phoenix, the Nor-Cal battle between the Kings and Warriors, the Knicks turning the Cavs size against them, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys discuss and make predictions on the play-in matchups as well and give their NBA award picks!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys are joined by @teflonrique1 to discuss the major details of the CBA, if the Celtics regular season domination of the Bucks means anything in a potential playoff showdown, Brandon Ingram's breakout stretch of play, the Lakers chasing the 6 seed, how it all fell apart for the Mavericks, and more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys discuss Embiid and Giannis catching Joker in the MVP race, if the Warriors road woes will end their season early, LeBron's ambiguous timetable, if we can trust the 76ers, Jayson Tatum's rough patch, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys discuss KD and Devin Booker's first few games as teammates, the Milwaukee Bucks putting the Eastern Conference on notice, the Knicks 9 game winning streak, Mikal Bridges' comments on midrange jumpers, and the wild Western Conference play-in chase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Temple of Hoop is joined by Celtics superfan Teflonrique to discuss if Boston has any real challengers out East, if the Lakers 3 game winning streak is the start of something real, Westbrook's first two games as a Clipper, if the Kings/Clippers double OT shootout was one of the greatest regular season games ever, Damian Lillard's 71 point explosion, and more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings, Maples, and Jordan Latz are joined by Nets fan @paultweetz2much to discuss how to fix All-Star Weekend after another lackluster showing for the NBA, how the Nets/KD saga unfolded, what to expect in the second half of the season, and more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by Jordan Latz of Taproom Sports to talk about the early returns of the trade deadline activity and how the impact the playoff race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by Jordan Latz to discuss the Dallas Mavericks trading for Kyrie Irving, the Lakers missing out on yet another deal and where they go from here, Darvin Ham's up and down first year as a head coach, if the the Warriors can stay in playoff contention with Steph Curry injured for a couple of weeks, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings, Jordan, and Maples discuss the controversial no-call on LeBron James' shot attempt at the end of the Celtics/Lakers game and the much maligned NBA refereeing as a whole. They also discuss the Embiid/Joker matchup, Kawhi rounding into form, the All-Star starters, and much more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings, Jordan, and Maples discuss the Lakers acquiring Rui Hachimura, the red hot Philadelphia 76ers, and who the cream of the crop of the West is. Also, Maples vents after yet another Dallas Cowboys season came to a disappointing end. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings, Maples, and Jordan Latz of Taproom Sports discuss LeBron leading the Lakers turnaround, next steps for the Lakers front office, the Clippers and Bucks having big time struggles, give out their midseason awards, and more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by Jordan Latz of Taproom Sports to react to Luka's historic triple double, discuss Brooklyn's incredible turnaround under Jacque Vaughn (led by KD of course), Boston coming down to Earth a bit, the Lakers pump-faking, and Joker trying to reach rarified air. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples along with Jordan Latz of Taproom Sports are joined by Yosef aka @thunderfilmroom to deep dive into the Oklahoma City Thunder and the development of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander into a rising superstar. They also discuss how the Lakers should respond to Anthony Davis's injury, if the alarming number of missed games by stars is a bad look for the NBA, and James Harden saying he's one of the people who changed basketball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by Jordan Latz of Taproom Sports to discuss the Warriors knocking off the Celtics in their regular season rematch of the NBA Finals, where the Pelicans stand after their weekend sweep of the Phoenix Suns, what the Timberwolves should do with KAT, and the struggling Miami Heat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by Jordan Latz of Taproom Sports to discuss the Laker hot streak being anchored by Anthony Davis, the Pelicans establishing themselves amongst the elite teams, Trae Young deciding to skip a game, defense falling off throughout the league, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys discuss the Mavericks troubling slide, if the Suns good play is just being overlooked, the Warriors righting the ship, who to trust in the jumbled western conference, and more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coach Maples is rejoined by Kings and Jordan Latz of Taproom Sports to discuss the Timberwolves uneven start to the season, if the Lakers 3 game winning streak is an anomaly or the start of a turnaround, De'Aaron Fox leading the scorching hot Kings, and the guys take a very early MVP look. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Maples is joined once again by Jordan Latz of Taproom Sports to discuss the the Trailblazers hot start, The Nets without Kyrie, if the Lakers should trade their picks, the Celtics looking like the team to beat, and more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coach Maples is joined again by Jordan Latz of Taproom Sports to discuss Giannis anchoring the Bucks hot start, if the Cavs are for real, and the Lakers moving Westbrook to the bench. Also, Maples has a wild trade suggestion for the Lakers, is it time to panic about Kawhi, the Warriors struggle to balance two timelines, and more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

THE RETURN!! Coach Maples is joined by Jordan Latz of Taproom Sports to discuss the Nets and Lakers early struggles, early trends of the season, surprise teams, the owners pushing for a hard luxury tax cap, and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss the Warriors closing out the Boston Celtics in game 6 to win their 4th championship in 8 years. The talk about where the Warriors dynasty ranks all time, if Steph is a top 10 player of all time, Kerr's growing legend as a coach, and how big the Warriors current window is. Also, where Boston lost the finals, if they can replicate this year's playoff run, and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss the Warriors game 5 victory in the NBA Finals that puts them on the brink of an NBA Championship including Wiggins career night, Steph not hitting a 3 for the first time since 2018, Draymond's bouceback, the Celtics turnover problem, lack of bench production, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples react to the Warriors big series tying 107-97 game 4 victory in the NBA Finals including Steph's huge 43 point night, Wiggins big night on the glass, Kerr's rotation changes, Boston's turnover problem, the Jay's struggles, and more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by Joseph Gill of Merc Analytics to break down the Celtics big 116-100 victory in Game 3 of the NBA Finals including the Warriors use of Steph Curry, Draymond's struggles, the Warriors lackluster defensive effort, the Celtics pick and roll defense, how the Warriors can get their role players going, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples break down the Warriors big 107-88 game 2 victory in the NBA Finals including Steph's big 3rd quarter, Kerr's adjustments, Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum's struggles, Gary Payton II's big impact, and much more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by Celtics superfan Teflonrique to break down Boston's big comeback in Game 1 of the NBA Finals!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples wrap up the Miami Heat season and preview the Boston Celtics/Golden State Warriors NBA Finals matchup including keys to victory for both teams and predictions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss the Celtics going up 3-2 in the Eastern Conference Finals., the Heat's inability to score and Boston's stingy defense and if the Warriors punch their ticket to the finals or will Dallas give themselves a chance to make history. Also, what does a championship do for Jayson Tatum or Steph Curry's legacy this season? Plus more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss the Warriors taking commanding 3-0 lead in the Western Conference Finals over the Dallas Mavericks and the Miami Heat going into Boston and taking homecourt advantage back from the Celtics. Also, a discussion on the Lakers coaching search coming down to three candidates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples react to game 1 of both conference finals games and talk about how Boston and Dallas can get back on track. Also, comparing Jimmy Butler to other stars and a reaction to the All-Rookie teams that were released. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by Celtics superfan @teflonrique to discuss the Celtics beating down the Bucks and the Mavericks beating down the Suns in the two conference semis game 7's. The guys also talk about where the Suns go from here after a disappointing end, and preview the GSW/DAL and MIA/BOS conference finals series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples went live with @teflonrique to discuss all the latest playoff action including the Celtics tough loss at home, the Warriors getting stomped in Memphis, the Heat dominating the 76ers in game 5, and the Suns putting the Mavs on the brink. Also, who is the best player ever to never be the best player in the NBA? Plus much more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss the hotly contested action four remaining playoff series (MIA/PHI, PHX/DAL, GSW/MEM, BOS/MIL) including a vintage James Harden sighting, Luka getting "help", Ja Morant's injury, how Giannis is being refereed, and more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Maples and Kings discuss ANOTHER Chris Paul playoff masterclass, the Heat being overmatched, adjustments for the Bucks/Celtics and Warriors/Grizzlies series, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples break down Game 1 of the Bucks/Celtics and Warriors/Grizzlies series and look ahead to the 76ers/Heat and Mavericks/Suns matchups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples look ahead to the much anticipated Bucks/Celtics Eastern Conference Semifinals matchup, discuss if Minnesota can come back down from 3-2 against Memphis, if the Pelicans can force a game 7 against the Suns, if the Raptors can make history against the 76ers, and more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples break down the latest playoff action including the Bulls shocking the Bucks to tie the series, Embiid's game-winner putting the 76ers up 3-0 over Toronto, and the Celtics going up 2-0 over the Nets. Also, can the Pelicans upset the Suns with Devin Booker out at least 2 games, how will the Timberwolves respond to a blowout loss, the Jazz struggling to beat the Jazz without Luka, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples break down all the 1st round playoff series Game 1's including Minnesota's big win in Memphis, the Celtics/Nets barnburner, and Chris Paul's 4th quarter masterclass against the Pelicans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples react to the BKN/CLE, MIN/LAC, ATL/CHA, and SAS/NOP play-in games and reveal their full playoff brackets and their pick to win the NBA Championship!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples give their picks for all the awards in the NBA and hash out their All-Rookie, All-Defense, and All-NBA Teams and give their predictions on the play-in games! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by Chris Conner of The Bird Writes to discuss how the Pelicans turned their season around to make the play-in tournament, the play-in matchups, who the next Lakers coach should be. They also answer audience questions about possible alterations to the play-in, what the Pelicans should do with the Lakers pick this season, an enticing Raptors/76ers playoff matchup, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples talk about why it's time for the Jazz to go into a full rebuild after this season, if Steph Curry can round into form without playing any more regular season games, if the Nets and Lakers disappointing seasons will change how organizations approach team-building, and James Harden's future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples break down the Miami's big win in Boston and the Suns surviving the Steph-less Warriors and take listener calls to discuss the Mavericks playoff prospects, DeAndre Ayton's motor, the Utah Jazz, heliocentric NBA offense, if anybody can beat Bucks in the East, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss the ill-timed downturn of the Miami Heat, give their All-NBA 1st and 2nd teams, why stars get punished if their team plays well without them, and if the Lakers are actually going to miss the playoffs after a huge collapse in New Orleans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss if the Warriors losing Curry for extended time this late in the year is the nail in the coffin for their season and if Wiseman's latest setback will have them regretting not adding a big man. Also, the surging Timberwolves, a deep dive into some of the highly touted draft prospects play in the NCAA Tournament, and LeBron James becoming the #2 all-time leading scorer in NBA history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples go live, answering audience questions and discussing: The Celtics stingy defense, the Eastern conference playoff seeding, if Memphis can make the NBA finals, LeBron's role in the Lakers rough season, the evolution of NBA defense, the Warriors title window and future, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss the 76ers/Nets game and if James Harden can be trusted in big moments. Also, the Warriors trending upward and getting healthy, the Bucks struggling defensively, and the guys give their top 3 in the MVP race as of right now and decide if Cade Cunningham is turning it on in enough time to nab Rookie of the Year honors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coach Maples hosts a live show taking audience questions about Jayson Tatum's breakout stretch, his top 10 players, both play-in races, if this is the Suns year, Eastern Conference contenders weaknesses, if Zion can help the Pelicans this year, if the Nuggets could really upset the Warriors in the first round, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss LeBron's big 56 point outburst against the Warriors and the chances of the Lakers salvaging something out of the season. They also discuss why LeBron isn't on a lot of "Greatest Scorer" lists, if the Warriors are in trouble or just injured, if the Suns are the runaway favorite in the West, Jayson Tatum & Kevin Durant's duel, and Zion returning to New Orleans cleared to progress in basketball activities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by Anthony Duckett of Apollo Media group to discuss the early success of the Embiid/Harden pairing, the rebuilding Houston Rockets in depth, and Giannis catching yet more shade from former NBA players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by @teflonrique1 to talk about this year's All-Star Weekend festivities and how they can be improved going forward. They also talk about CJ McCollum revealing he hasn't talked to Zion since being traded, LeBron hinting at a possible return to Cleveland, the alleged Klutch Sports/Lakers battle brewing, and the Boston Celtics coming out of the break as the hottest team in the Eastern Conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by Joseph Gill of Merc Analytics to break down all of the biggest moves from the trade deadline (Harden/Simmons, Haliburton/Sabonis, McCollum to NO, etc.) and discuss how big of a mistake it was for the Lakers to not make a move at the deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss the first couple trades of what might be a busy trade deadline, the Brooklyn Nets tailspin, if it's better to build a team with two stars and depth or three superstars, and who might have been snubbed from the all-star team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples decide if they agree on the all-star starters, discuss if Steph Curry is in a slump or in the beginning of real decline, talk about how Anthony Davis has looked in his return, why Miami might be the team to beat in the east, and why Devin Booker needs more recognition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

King and Maples are joined by Dallas based Sports Media personality Chris Henderson to discuss Mavericks turning a corner in a big way after a slow start. Also, Grayson Allen's hard foul on Alex Caruso which will sideline him indefinitely, the Lakers needing to hit restart, and Daryl Morey playing the long game with Ben Simmons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by Memphis sports radio personality Anthony Sain to talk about the surprising arrival of Grizzlies amongst the NBA's elite. Also, the streaking Philadelphia 76ers and why they need to move Ben Simmons ASAP and the most surprising and disappointing teams/players at the midway point of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss Klay Thompson's emotional return to the Warriors lineup and what it means for the rest of the league's contenders. Also a discussion on the Boston Celtics disappointing season (is it time to break up the Jay's?) and Russell Westbrook's up and down week with the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by actor and bulls fan Michael Perkins to discuss the Chicago Bulls breakout season, LeBron James playing at an MVP level, the Warriors being a step ahead, Giannis being overlooked, and James Harden getting his mojo back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by Chris Conner of "The Bird Writes" media group to go into a deep dive on the New Orleans Pelicans up and down season so far. They also discuss how the Lakers should move forward with Russell Westbrook, the weird Kemba Walker situation for the Knicks, and what we learned from the third Suns/Warriors matchup and if the Utah Jazz can seriously compete with either of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss the reemergence of COVID ravaging the NBA, how Kyrie works as a part-time player, if KAT is really the greatest big man shooter of all time, and how Anthony Davis's knee injury raises the Lakers urgency to make a trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss Steph Curry's recent struggles as he approaches the all-time 3-point record, Ray Allen's comments about being the greatest shooter, if Jokic REALLY is the best player in the NBA, the Pacers fire sale, if Myles Turner fits on the Lakers, more Ben Simmons rumors surfacing, Zion's setback, and more!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss why it's time for the Portland Trailblazers to go into rebuild mode, if the Lakers need to trade THT or adjust his role, if Frank Vogel should be relieved of duty and who could possibly replace him, their most surprising and disappointing players of the season at the quarter poll, Zion's weight situation, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss the upcoming big game between the Suns and the Warriors, the Milwaukee Bucks looking healthy and scary, James Harden's struggles and what they mean for the Nets, the myriad of Laker issues, and who they like more right now out of blue chip NBA draft prospects Chet Holmgren and Paolo Banchero. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples open up the Temple Of Hoop mailbag and take listener questions about how legit the Bulls are, the best trade destination for Ben Simmons, what weaknesses (if any) the Warriors have, what changes need to be made to the Lakers, and more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by Ekam Nagra of "Ball Don't Stop", to talk about analytics role in basketball, his controversial NBA Top 75 list, Scottie Pippen's spicy comments on MJ, and the Clippers and Cavs impressive starts. Plus, Kevin Durant's incredible start to the season, and where he ranks all-time as a scorer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss the many problems that are facing the Lakers now and the possibility that Frank Vogel might not finish the season. Plus the 76ers trucking on without Ben Simmons, The Warriors seemingly getting that old thing back, early surprises of this season, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by Vinay Killawala to to discuss how the NBA rule changes have impacted certain star players and why it is a good thing the NBA brought more physicality back to the game. The guys also talk about Russell Westbrook's first 7 games as a Laker and how the rest of the new look roster has looked early in the season. Also, a reaction to Marcus Smart's wild postgame comments after the Celtics meltdown at home against the Bulls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by Myles Brown to discuss the controversial Top 75 list that the NBA released, the Ben Simmons saga and DeAndre Ayton not being able got get a max deal from the Suns. Also, the Bulls and Hornets hot starts, the Lakers and Nets early struggles, and the effect the shooting foul rule changes are having on the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings & Maples return to give you a 2021/2022 NBA Season preview with their observations from the offseason and preseason, their regular season and playoff hot takes, as well as predictions on every individual award! WELCOME BACK! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings & Maples check in from Las Vegas discussing which youngsters have been impressive in summer league, the Warriors trying to mimic the spurs from the 2010's, Kawhi Leonard's surprise extension, when Dame and Ben Simmons are getting moved, Dennis Schroder overplaying his hand, and more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss what impressed them about Jalen Green's, Evan Mobley's, and Cade Cunningham's NBA Summer League debuts, the NBA deciding to get serious about tampering, if Anthony Davis is going to start at Center and the seemingly open competition at the Shooting Guard position for the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples react to the biggest news on day 1 of free agency including Lonzo Ball and Alex Caruso going to Chicago, Kyle Lowry going to Miami, the Lakers filling out the roster with wily old vets, the Warriors stealing Otto Porter for the vet minimum, and more! Who got the best value, and which contracts made eyebrows raise? Also, a discussion on the NBA's disappearing middle class of Free Agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by Vinay Killawala (@vkillem) to discuss how the playoffs might influence the draft and free agency, as well as the rumors surrounding the Lakers including Russell Westbrook, Kyle Lowry, and Buddy Hield. Plus, potential destinations for Bradley Beal if he asked to be traded. Also, with Team USA losing to France to open up Olympic play, is the world catching up on the hardwood? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss the Bucks storming back to take control of the finals and what Phoenix has to get from Chris Paul and Devin Booker to get back in the series. Also, a look into the different reasons why Giannis doesn't get the same respect as other stars from his peers and how aesthetics somehow became more important than actual impact on the basketball court. Plus, are Damian Lillard and the Portland Trailblazers headed for an inevitable breakup? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss Giannis's special Game 3 performance as the Bucks cut into the Suns series lead as well as Jrue Holiday's defense, Bud's good adjustments, the officiating complaints, DeAndre Ayton continuing to be special, Devin Booker struggling, and how Phoenix will try to defend Giannis going forward. Also, a discussion about how Team USA losing to Nigeria in a friendly FIBA exhibition confirmed some concerns about the roster ahead of the Olympics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples break down the Milwaukee Bucks/Phoenix Suns NBA finals matchup, give their predictions, discuss the new NCAA NIL (name, image, and likeness) policy, discuss the finalized team USA Olympic roster, and debate the greatest Olympic team ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss the Bucks taking a 2-1 lead over the Hawks in the Western Conference Finals on the back on Khris Middleton's 20 4th quarter points as well as Giannis's historic playoff run. Also, a discussion on if the Suns can finish off the Clippers, some DeAndre Ayton love, which CP has the Suns running better, and possible Damian Lillard trade scenarios! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings & Maples discuss the Hawks defeating the 76ers in game 7 to advance to the Conference Finals and contemplate Ben Simmons and the 76ers future. Also, a preview and prediction of the Milwaukee Bucks/Atlanta Hawks Eastern Conference Finals series and breakdown of the Phoenix Suns victory over the LA Clippers in round 1 of the Western Conference Finals as well as what to look for as that series progresses, Plus more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss the Suns advancing to the conference finals, the Clippers/Jazz adjustments, if the 76ers have Trae and company figured out, and if the Nets can win another game against the Bucks without Harden AND Kyrie. Also, why "carrying" a team is a pointless conversation, and are we being too hard on Giannis? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss the Clippers outlasting the Mavericks in game 7, The Hawks stealing game 1 in Philadelphia, what the Bucks need to do to even up their series against the the Brooklyn Nets, and preview the Nuggets/Suns and Jazz/Clippers series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples decide whether or not the Clippers are done for after falling down 2-0 to the Clippers despite having homecourt advantage, discuss what to look for in the rest of the Suns/Lakers series as it shifts back to LA for games 3 and 4, if the Heat can turn things around against the Bucks, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples deep dive into the opening weekend of playoff action including the Suns handling the Lakers, the Bucks winning despite Giannis's rough finish, the Clippers inability to contain Luka, and much, much, more!!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples deliver their playoff predictions throughout the entire playoffs from the play-in tournament to the NBA Finals! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples recap the NBA regular season by giving their award winners in each category and making their All-NBA and All-Defensive teams for the year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Maples is joined by Nekias Duncan of BasketballNews.com to discuss his controversial Tim Duncan > Shaquille O'Neal take, the Miami Heat finding their groove at the right time, and why the discourse around Giannis Antetokounmpo is out of wack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by Jamal Christopher to talk about the Clippers improvements from last year to this year, give their predictions for the play-in tournament teams, talk about Russell Westbrook's complicated career, and the strange Chris Paul MVP push from the media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Maples and Chris Conner of The Bird Rights talk about Lonzo's huge 33 point performance against the Warriors to help keep the Pelicans season alive, his overall development, and his future, as well as the Pelicans strange season and their quest to grab the final play-in tournament spot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss LeBron's return, Andre Drummond's struggle to fit in as a Laker, Anthony Davis being a step slow on defense and the Lakers sticky playoff seeding situation. They also talk about the Suns taking over the number 1 seed, and compare Chris Paul to Isiah Thomas all-time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Maples is joined by Josh Eberley of "Dunks & Discourse" to discuss the complicated legacy of Tracy McGrady, and how Dr. J's controversial all-time starting 10 list was representative of the divide between the NBA today and era's past in the eyes of the fans and media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Maples and Kings open up the Temple of Hoop mailbag for the first time, answering questions about the Lakers and Nets chemistry, Point Zion, whether it's time to break up CJ and Dame, Nate McMillan's stellar coaching job, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss if this is the best version of Stephen Curry we have ever seen, the top 5 offensive engines in NBA history, why the play-in tournament is good for the NBA, if the 71 day offseason a bad player safety decision, the Boston Celtics turnaround, how the Lakers and Nets missing star players could come back to bite them, AND MORE!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss the Lakers big win over the Nets without LeBron or Anthony Davis, if Jokic has the MVP award wrapped up already, give their own top 10 players under age 25 list, and debate if 1984 or 1996 is the best draft class in NBA history Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples discuss Andre Drummond's addition to the Lakers possibly knocking Marc Gasol out of the rotation, whether it's time to worry about Anthony Davis, the ripple effects Jrue Holiday's massive extension, the Gonzaga/UCLA final four game, and the NCAA's outdated functioning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Maples and Kings discuss the major deals at the trade deadline and what they mean for the playoffs. They also talk about the Lakers and Nets loading up via buyout, Montrezl Harrell quietly having a stellar season, Draymond's controversial tweets about women's basketball, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by Chris Conner of "The Bird Writes" to discuss how the Lakers will respond to the high ankle sprain LeBron James suffered in terms of play style and roster moves and the MVP merits of Damian Lillard and Nikola Jokic. They also talk about if the Pelicans should tank or go for the playoffs, the Eric Bledsoe conundrum, the fork in the road with Lonzo Ball, the development of Zion WIlliamson and Brandon Ingram, and the overall roster construction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples are joined by Vinay Killawala (@vkillem) to discuss several Laker topics including the the defense, potential roster moves, and the discourse around Marc Gasol. They also discuss the Anthony Davis's historical trajectory, the Bucks resurgence, potential trade destinations for Kyle Lowry and Lonzo Ball, the Nets improved defense, if the Phoenix Suns are for real for real.... AND MORE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples give their reactions to the condensed All-Star weekend and talk about the most disappointing and surprising teams, the NBA's disturbing diversity report, give out midseason awards, discuss Blake Griffin signing with the Brooklyn Nets, and what to look for in the second half of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Maples and Kings are joined by Joseph Gill of Merc Analytics as they discuss bridging the gap between both sides of the analytics spectrum, Rudy Gobert's viability as a switching defender, the Clippers achilles heel, the wide open MVP race, the resurgence of the Miami Heat, and more! Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: http://bwhustle.com/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Maples give their opinions on the All-Star starters and debate on who the reserves for each conference should be. Also, a discussion on the Brooklyn Nets impressive undefeated West Coast road trip, the mightily struggling Laker offense, Draymond Green's latest outburst, and the questionable NBA officiating this season. Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: http://bwhustle.com/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Maples is joined by 13 Year NBA veteran and New Orleans Pelicans TV analyst Antonio Daniels as they discuss the Utah Jazz's viability as a contender, the development of the 3 point shot, why it might not matter if the Nets improve defensively, How the Lakers will move with Anthony Davis injured, and where the New Orleans Pelicans are struggling and how they need develop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Maples and Kings talk debate if the Warriors should have taken LaMelo Ball, Lonzo Ball's future, the West dominating the East, whether there should be an All-Star game, and talk about why AD needs to step it up if he's being compared to all-time greats! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Coach Maples talk about the Lakers road trip, the Bucks struggles, Denver's resurgence, compare Embiid and Jokic, look forward to the Nets showdown, and Luka and the Mavs struggling. Also, a debate on whether Klay's comments about Rodney McGruder during a Warrior's broadcast were fair or foul. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Kings and Maples are joined by actor and comedic personality Michael Perkins to discuss the defensive struggles of the Brooklyn Nets, the scorching hot Utah Jazz, retired players throwing shade on the current generation, and young teams struggling to find themselves. Also, a reflection on favorite Kobe Bryant moments and his incredible legacy as the 1 year anniversary of his tragic passing approaches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Maples and Kings discuss the megadeal that sent James Harden to the Brooklyn Nets and what it means for the league, They also talk about Trae Young's early season struggles, LeBron and AD turning up their level of play, and play "Buy or Sell?" with Paul George's crazy hot start to the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Maples & Kings discuss LaMelo Ball's historic night as well as a surprisingly productive rookie class, the Lonzo Ball conundrum, the early MVP list released by the NBA, the Lakers, and the league's response to a COVID-19 outbreak amongst several teams. Also, they are joined by recording artist P-Lo to discuss the warriors season thus far, and P-Lo reveals why he thinks Steph Curry is the greatest Point Guard in NBA history Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Maples and Kings discuss Steph's 62 point outburst and play buy or sell with the Suns, Cavs, Nuggets, and Raptors. The guys also talk about if the Nets defense will limit their ceiling, what is up with all of the blowouts early on in the season, Luka's sophomore struggles, and if Embiid can be a legit MVP candidate and closer for the 76ers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Maples and Kings talk about their initial impressions of the Lakers and how they're dealing with a new season on a short turnaround. Also, early returns on the Clippers, Nets, and what needs to change for the Stephen Curry and the Warriors as well as the ongoing James Harden saga. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coach Maples and Kings give a season preview including predictions for all awards and the NBA champion, talk about the contract extensions of Rudy Gobert and Kyle Kuzma, and have a discussion about whether the supermax is helpful or a hindrance to NBA parity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coach Maples and New Co-Host Kings (@itsKingsBruh) talk about how the Lakers new additions fit, how THT should be utilized this season, and how LeBron and AD's playing time should be managed off a short offseason. Also, a brief look around the league at how some other contenders tinkered their roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coach Maples brings back @itsKingsbruh to discuss what he saw in Miami before the playoffs to make him pick them to go to the finals. Also, an in-depth break down of the Lakers/Heat NBA finals matchup from all angles, and a discussion on if this is the hardest championship ever to win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coach Maples and NBA Blogger Nekias Duncan of basketballnews.com talk about the Lakers/Nuggets and Celtics/Heat series, the issues that come with media voting on player awards with financial repercussions, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this special edition emergency episode, Coach Maples and Kings discuss the Clippers epic meltdown and what it means for Doc Rivers, Paul George, Kawhi Leonard, and the future of the team. Also a brief discussion on what to look for in the Western Conference Finals, and more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coach Maples and @itskingsbruh discuss the Lakers dismantling of the Rockets, what's next for Houston in this upcoming offseason, the Clippers-Nuggets series, what a Laker-Clipper series might look like, the Eastern Conference Finals matchup, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coach Maples is back with skills trainer Clint Parks talking about the mental health aspect of NBA Bubble life, breaking down the playoff struggles of some star players, discussing the four remaining NBA playoff matchups, and controversy surrounding the hiring of Steve Nash and the opportunities for Black coaches at the NBA and NCAA level. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coach Maples and Raj C. of the Laker Outsiders media group discuss the NBA Boycott and the drama surrounding it, the Lakers closing out the Blazers and what a Houston Rockets matchup might look like, preview the 2nd round of the Eastern Conference Playoffs, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coach Maples and Laker Blogger Vinay Killawala talk about about how the Lakers have looked thus far in playoffs, the continued use of Javale Mcgee, and wonder why Dion Waiters can't crack the rotation. They also talk about the rest of the Western Conference Playoffs, and discuss Montrezl Harrell's controversial trash talk directed at Luka Doncic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coach Maples and Jason Timpf of the Hoops Habit media group talk about if the 8/9 play-in scenario should continue in the NBA going forward, if LeBron's "bubble struggles" are anything to be worried about going into the playoffs, and give an in depth break down of the Rockets/Thunder 1st round series. They also discuss why James Harden hasn't passed Dwyane Wade on the all-time SG list yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coach Maples and Chris Conner of The Bird Writes media group break down the New Orleans Pelicans disappointing performance in the NBA's restart, discuss their season as a whole, and give their opinions on changes that could happen from a coaching and roster standpoint. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Coach Maples and Joseph Gill of Merc Analytics have a deep conversation about how the increased role of analytics has divided the basketball community. They also discuss the rosters of the top contenders in the NBA and Joseph goes into detail about why the Philadelphia 76ers need to separate Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Coach Maples talks with Kameron Hay of The Elite Media Group about increasing African-American representation in the sports media community. They also discuss the different award races in the NBA, their takeaways from the first two Laker scrimmages, and who they think has the best chance to make it out of the Eastern Conference and into the NBA Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the reboot episode, Coach Maples talks with noted Skills Trainer Clint Parks about player development and relationships in basketball. They also discuss the blowback Clint received regarding social media posts about Lebron James and Kawhi Leonard, give their predictions for what's to come in the Orlando NBA bubble, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FOLLOW AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE TEMPLE OF HOOP PODCAST!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices