All The Smoke

This past weekend, Rachel Nichols represented All the Smoke and caught up with three newly minted Basketball Hall of Famers, Carmelo Anthony, Dwight Howard and Maya Moore. Rachel and guests discuss their evolutions from hopeful hoopers to immortalized legends. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Irvin pulls up to All The Smoke for a conversation that goes in every direction imaginable. The Hall of Famer opens up about his $100M lawsuit, the rift between Micah Parsons and the Cowboys, and the devastating fall of Shedeur Sanders in the NFL Draft. He shares behind-the-scenes stories on recruiting Deion Sanders to Dallas, playing with Emmitt Smith and Troy Aikman, and the dynasty year...

Former First Lady Michelle Obama and her brother, former college basketball coach Craig Robinson, sit down with Matt and Stak for a rare, unfiltered conversation. From growing up on the South Side of Chicago to navigating life on the biggest stage in the world, the siblings share how family, values, and hoops shaped their journey. Michelle shares powerful stories about the moments that defined her...

MLB legend David Justice steps into All The Smoke for a rare and raw conversation about life on and off the field. From his early days with the Atlanta Braves to winning two World Series titles with both the Braves and Yankees, Justice takes us through iconic moments, unforgettable teammates, and the pressures of playing under the brightest lights. He reflects on being booed over his relationship...

Kelsey Plum joins All The Smoke to break down her move from the Las Vegas Aces to the LA Sparks and what her new role means for her career. She opens up about facing her former team, the evolution of the WNBA, and the upcoming collective bargaining agreement. Plum also shares her thoughts on Unrivaled and why it's a game-changer for women’s sports. On a lighter note, she talks about acting i...

MLB legend Gary Sheffield pulls no punches in this particularly unfiltered All The Smoke interview. From the origins of his iconic batting stance to the truth about baseball’s steroid era, Sheff keeps it real on every topic. He opens up about training with Barry Bonds, the Jeter vs. A-Rod Yankees dynamic, and the challenges he faced as one of the most feared hitters in MLB history. Sheffield...

Some stories are just TOO FUNNY to forget. This episode is filled with 20 of the wildest and most hilarious moments ever told on ALL THE SMOKE. Will Smith explains why Martin Lawrence doesn’t go out with him anymore. Mike Epps reveals a shocking reason why he wasn’t able to play Richard Pryor in his biopic. Brad Miller left a dead duck in Mike Bibby’s locker and paid the price fo...

Daz Dillinger joins All The Smoke to break down his legendary career from working on The Chronic at 16 to reclaiming his music rights and defining West Coast hip-hop. He shares untold stories about stealing studio reels back from Suge Knight, watching Snoop buy Death Row, and his behind-the-scenes work on Doggystyle and Murder Was The Case. Daz opens up about why the West Coast still fights for re...

Matt Barnes, Stephen Jackson & Vernon Maxwell react to this morning’s trade between the Jazz, Heat and Clippers. Then, the guys discuss how Myles Turner’s move impacts Giannis, where Chris Paul & Damian Lillard go from here & Max’s honest prediction for Houston Rockets. Plus, Stak shares a personal medical update & Mad Max tells tales of his 1988 NBA Summer League...

Cuttino Mobley joins All The Smoke for a wide-ranging conversation on life, hoops, and purpose. He talks about growing up in Philly around Kobe and Rasheed Wallace, getting drafted by Houston, and learning the game alongside legends like Hakeem Olajuwon, Charles Barkley, and Scottie Pippen. Mobley also shares stories about his tight bond with Steve Francis, mentoring Yao Ming and why he always car...

Matt Barnes reacts to LeBron James exercising the final year of his Lakers contract and how it impacts Los Angeles’ 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’s alleged gambling involvement, WNBA’s e...

The Black Effect Presents... All The Smoke! Quavo joins All The Smoke for a powerful conversation about his journey from Georgia to global fame and the work he’s doing to end gun violence through the Rocket Foundation. He reflects on his early days in music, playing quarterback, and how he met Offset in 8th grade after dropping a mixtape with Takeoff. The episode dives into Migos’ rise...

David Banner brought decades of industry knowledge to the All The Smoke studio, and what he shared will blow your mind. The Mississippi icon opens up about his journey from homeless beat-maker to Grammy-winning producer, working with legends like Erykah Badu, Jill Scott, and OutKast. From strip club anthems to Hollywood scripts, Banner breaks down how he's continually pushed boundaries in music, f...

Matt Barnes reacts to Oklahoma City Thunder’s 2025 NBA Finals win over the Indiana Pacers, and the gives flowers to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s historic season, Sam Presti’s front office magic and Tyrese Haliburton’s remarkable playoff run. Plus, he predicts the Houston Rockets’ next move after trading for Kevin Durant, Los Angeles Lakers’ bright future under Mark...

Matt Barnes & Keyon Dooling react to OKC Thunder’s Game 5 win in the NBA Finals, including Jalen Williams’ ascent and apparent Tyrese Haliburton’s leg injury. Plus, Matt looks back on his weekend at NBPA Top 100 Camp alongside his son, Carter. Then, the guys break down Desmond Bane’s trade to the Orlando Magic, Kevin Durant trade sweepstakes, and Lance Stephenson, Dwigh...

The NBA Finals bring out legends, heartbreak, and unforgettable moments, and this All The Smoke compilation has it all. From Magic Johnson’s rookie MVP run to Kyrie Irving’s clutch three and Kevin Durant’s 2019 injury, the biggest names in basketball relive the Finals moments that defined their careers. Hear stories from Shaq, Dirk, KG, Draymond, JR Smith, and more as they break...

Stephen Jackson & Vernon Maxwell break down all angles of the 2025 NBA Finals, including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leading OKC Thunder’s offensive juggernaut & Tyrese Haliburton’s return to Indiana. Plus, the guys react to Michael Beasley & Lance Stephenson’s viral one-on-one, Victor Wembanyama’s new look among the Shaolin monks, and the latest with the New York K...

Former Pro Bowl tight end and Super Bowl champion Vernon Davis joins All The Smoke for a wide-ranging conversation. He opens up about his time in the NFL, including the story behind his rocky relationship with Mike Singletary and his perspective on Colin Kaepernick’s legacy. Vernon also shares what it was like playing with Peyton Manning and winning a championship in Denver. Now retired, he...

Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson reminisce on their NBA Finals runs with the Golden State Warriors & San Antonio Spurs alongside Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant and Tim Duncan. Plus, the guys breakdown the 2025 Finals involving the OKC Thunder and Indiana Pacers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NBA sharpshooter and 3x champion Danny Green joins All The Smoke to reflect on a journey that took him from New York City playgrounds to NBA championships with the Spurs, Raptors, and Lakers. He opens up about his mental health struggles during college, his relationship with Gregg Popovich, and his experience witnessing Ray Allen’s iconic shot in the 2013 Finals. Danny also speaks on playing...

Rachel Nichols joins Matt Barnes to discuss the biggest headlines from the 2025 NBA Playoffs: OKC Thunder’s lockdown of Anthony Edwards, Karl Anthony Towns’ monstrous 4th quarter and the Indiana Pacers re-instatement of John Haliburton. Plus, Matt recaps his WNBA weekend, predicts Philadelphia 76ers summer sliding doors & reacts to Luka Doncic’s offseason training. See omnyst...

Darius Miles gets brutally honest about his journey from East St. Louis phenom to NBA lottery pick, opening up about the pressure of being drafted by the Clippers and signing with Jordan Brand at just 18 years old. He doesn't hold back when addressing his infamous LeBron comments, what it was really like playing for Donald Sterling, and the mental health struggles that hit him after retirement. He...

Matt Barnes welcomes in fellow NBA alums Vernon Maxwell & Keyon Dooling to break down the biggest headlines from the NBA Playoffs, including the Knicks sending New York City into chaos and OKC Thunder’s Game 7 statement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WNBA legend Cynthia Cooper joins All The Smoke to share her incredible journey from picking up basketball at age 15 to averaging 45 points per game overseas and becoming the face of the Houston Comets dynasty. She opens up about her relationships with Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan, reflects on her time at USC, and reacts to Cheryl Miller’s viral comments about being teammates. Cooper, a fou...

Matt Barnes welcomes in Gilbert Arenas to discuss the biggest headlines around last night’s shocking NBA Draft Lottery, including Cooper Flagg’s fit with the Dallas Mavericks, Giannis Antetokounmpo speculation, and questionable lotto results from year’s past.  The guys react to the New York Knicks’ commanding 3-1 lead over the Boston Celtics, send love to Jayson Tatum...