ESPN's Chiney Ogwumike discusses the offensive explosion around the league, the Lakers-Rockets fracas and Lakers' up and down play, trade talk across the league. ESPN's Kendrick Perkins talks about the struggling Heat, pitches a wild trade idea, Zach LaVine, Pistons, much more.

Chiney Ogwumike, a three-time WNBA champion and analyst, joins Kendrick Perkins, a former NBA player known for his keen insights. They dive into the excitement surrounding the 2024 Emirates NBA Cup, focusing on Klay Thompson's emotional return to the Warriors. The duo explores the psychological complexities athletes face during comebacks, highlights standout performances like Shea Gilgeous-Alexander's 45-point game, and discusses the competitive landscape of the league, including predictions for the quarterfinals and reflections on previous dynasties.

Former NBA player and sports analyst Kendrick Perkins joins the show to discuss NBA playoffs, retirement suggestions for LeBron, memorable playoff moments, and his top 3 NBA 'dawgs'. Also, topics include Celtics and Knicks performances, rapid-fire sports discussions, and Fyre Fest of the week.

Malika Andrews, ESPN NBA Finals host, replaces Mike Greenberg. They discuss controversy over the host change, concerns about alienating the male audience. Heated argument on NBA MVP criteria, refuting racial favoritism claims. Kendrick Perkins' comments on voting based on racial identity. Discussion on national bias in favoritism.

Zach and ESPN's Ohm Youngmisuk discuss Russell Westbrook's fit with the Clippers -- plus how the NBA can save the All-Star game, Lonzo Ball's injury, Kevin Love in Miami, and more. Then ESPN's Kendrick Perkins dives into his new memoir, and tells stories galore about his life, the 2008 Celtics, the Durant-Westbrook-Harden Thunder, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices