<p>Matt Barnes reacts to LeBron James exercising the final year of his Lakers contract and how it impacts Los Angeles&rsquo; decisions moving forward with Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and potential free agents, including Deandre Ayton. Plus, Matt and Geno Davis discuss recent headlines surrounding Kobe Bryant, federal investigation into Malik Beasley&rsquo;s alleged gambling involvement, WNBA&rsquo;s expansion and the NBA&rsquo;s worst General Manager situations.</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

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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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