On the latest episode of the Purple Talk Podcast, former Sacramento King and current analyst Doug Christie joined James Ham to help break down the hiring of new Kings general manager Monte McNair.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Kings land Monte McNair to run basketball operations moving forward

The Sept. 11 attacks occurred exactly 19 years ago, changing the way we travel and the framing of political issues while also initiating a spasm of new-age jingoism, with religion at its core. For Sacramento Kings co-owner and chairman Vivek Ranadive, a native of India, there was a detectable sense of concern, even danger. That his memories have not faded is apparent in his appearance as a panelist on “Race in America: A Candid Conversation.” Also, 49ers defensive lineman Solomon Thomas shares his experiences of being racially profiled and how constantly needing to explain yourself can be "exhausting."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Scars of 9/11 don’t inhibit Vivek Ranadive

On the latest episode of the Purple Talk Podcast, former Sacramento King and current analyst Doug Christie joined James Ham to help break down the list of five names that have surfaced for the team's front office jobs.(1:00) Remembering September 11 and paying thanks to first responders(4:25) What are the Kings looking for?(8:00) What is the culture of the Kings moving forward?(12:00) Is Joe Dumars the most qualified person, even if he's not a candidate?(14:00) Who made the first list for Sacramento?(15:15) Sachin Gupta, aka The Trade Machine(20:30) Who is Monte McNair?(26:00) Calvin Booth a possibility?(29:30) Adam Simon a fan favorite?(36:20) The Wes Wilcox situation(39:45) Kings have to get this right(40:30) Congrats to De'Aaron FoxSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Discussing Kings' list of front office candidates with Doug Christie

On the latest episode of the Purple Talk Podcast, former Sacramento King and current analyst Doug Christie joined James Ham to help break down what the Kings need in the 2020 NBA Draft, changes in the front office and thoughts on dealing Buddy Hield.(2:15) Tough week in pro sports(8:00) Furloughs hit front office staff, G League team (10:45) Pick no. 12 isn't a bad position to be in(12:00) What do the Kings need?(14:45) Looking at Saddiq Bey, Aaron Nesmith, Devin Vassell, Patrick Williams(17:00) Comparing Isaac Okoro to Marcus Smart(19:20) The Jaden McDaniels dilemma(29:10) When will the season begin?(34:30) No bubble next season(39:00) The Buddy Hield situationSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What should Sacramento Kings look for in 2020 NBA Draft?

On the latest episode of the Purple Talk Podcast, Sacramento Kings starting small forward Harrison Barnes joined James Ham to talk coronavirus, the bubble, Vlade Divac and finally being able to shave.(2:40) Barnes life after the bubble(3:50) The coronavirus experience (5:00) Barnes' give back(7:05) Finding his voice outside of basketball(8:30) How do the Kings bounce back from the bubble?(9:45) Taking ownership for the team's play(11:00) Barnes on Vlade Divac (11:45) The shaveSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kings' Harrison Barnes talks coronavirus, the bubble and Vlade Divac

Breaking down Kings bubble experience with Doug ChristieOn the latest episode of the Purple Talk Podcast, former Sacramento Kings and current analyst Doug Christie joined James Ham to help break down the NBA Draft Lottery and the changes made to the Kings' front office.(2:40) Kings strike out in lottery, will select 12(3:20) Christie's thoughts on team needs(5:25) Ham's thoughts on Kings needs(8:20) Who does Doug like in the draft?(14:20) The Wenyen Gabriel situation(20:50) When will the 2020-21 season begin?(23:30) Doug on Vlade Divac and Peja Stojakovic(26:30) Lets not do this again(29:00) Heart was in the right place (34:20) Kings need to find an identity and a defined culture(43:15) Is the Kings job worth taking?(49:00) Final thoughtsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Recapping draft lottery, changes to Kings front office with Doug Christie

On the latest episode of the Purple Talk Podcast, former Sacramento Kings and current analyst Doug Christie joined James Ham to help break down the Kings' struggles in the NBA bubble. Topics include the team's struggle on the defensive end, De'Aaron Fox's breakout performance, Buddy Hield's struggles and the coaching job from Luke Walton.(:45) What in the world happened to the Kings in the bubble?(7:00) Kings lack autocorrect(17:15) De'Aaron Fox's development(23:30) Buddy Hield's performance in the bubble(32:45) It's good that Hield doesn't want to come off the bench(35:05) The Z-Bo effect(39:20) Luka Doncic, NBA superstar(48:00) Marvin Bagley situation(50:0) Luke Walton's coaching (102:15) Thoughts and prayers to the Westphal familySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Breaking down Kings bubble experience with Doug Christie

On the latest episode of the Purple Talk Podcast, Kings head coach Luke Walton joined James Ham from the NBA bubble to discuss a number of different topics, including his team's struggles early in the restart, the development of De'Aaron Fox and what ails Buddy Hield.(:45) 0-3?(3:40) Fixing free throw issues(6:40) Being physical without fouling(9:15) The anticipation of the bubble vs. the reality(12:00) Coronavirus and no excuses(13:50) Is this the De'Aaron Fox we should expect moving forward?(16:45) The struggles of Buddy Hield(22:10) Where did the pace go?(25:45) Marvin Bagley injury issues(29:30) "He's come a long way" -Walton on Harry Giles(31:45) Are the Warriors done?(34:00) Talk to the fansSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kings coach Luke Walton checks in from Orlando bubble

On the latest episode of the Purple Talk Podcast, Kings guard De'Aaron Fox joined James Ham from the NBA bubble to discuss a number of different topics, including what life has been like since entering the bubble and what his expectations are for Kings during the restart. Plus, they chat coronavirus and the purchase Fox's mom made so she could social distance with friends.(:52) Fox reveals how it feels in the bubble (2:30) Will Fox try to break the bubble?(4:30) Fox, "We're not going to be here forever"(5:15) Mom needs an SUV to coronavirus tailgate with friends(6:30) Talking to teammates about the virus and their experiences(10:00) Fox ready to take that next step(12:00) Playing with Bogdan Bogdanovic(14:35) Every Kings player being the best version of themselves(15:40) The long road trip that is the NBA bubble(17:00) Fox is staying with the short hairSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kings' De'Aaron Fox is ready for challenge of NBA restart

On the latest episode of the Purple Talk Podcast, Kings guard Bogdan Bogdanovic joined James Ham from the NBA bubble to discuss a number of different topics, including what life has been like since entering the bubble and how it is being separated from his family. Plus, they detail the challenges of playing games in Orlando and what the Kings have to do to make the playoffs.(1:42) Bogdanovic reveals how it feels in the bubble (5:02) Bogdanovic discusses COVID-19 and its effect on the Kings(7:56) Bogdanovic shares his feelings on being separated from his family (9:02) Bogdanovic expresses what he hopes to learn from protests (15:35) Getting used to the NBA bubble(17:30) What do Kings have to do to make playoffs? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bogdan Bogdanovic discusses NBA bubble, Kings’ playoff chances

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, NBC Sports lead NBA writer Tom Haberstroh joins James Ham to discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics include the gambling conundrum, the Kings chances in Orlando, coronavirus testing and Marvin Bagley.(2:38) How Haberstroh got his start covering the NBA(4:35) Covid-19 and the issues with gambling(7:00) HIPAA and reporting doing the times of the coronavirus(8:45) Is the NBA right to use up hundreds of Covid tests?(10:40) Restart is going about as well as possible with regards to player safety(16:50) Kings get no respect(20:50) Kings' path to the playoffs(24:45) Four players test positive with four different results(25:50) The Marvin Bagley situation(26:40) Bullying in the NBA(34:50) Money doesn't make your skin thickerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Breaking down NBA restart with NBC Sports' Tom Haberstroh

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, Kings assistant coach Bobby Jackson joins NBC Sports California's Doug Christie and James Ham discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics include life in lockdown, players back at the practice facility, is Chris Webber a Hall of Famer and whether the Kings players want to continue the season.(1:30) Life in lockdown(2:35) Working out with players under new NBA guidelines(5:00) What type of shape are the players in?(8:12) Breaking down what types of workouts players are going through(10:40) What would playoffs feel like at Golden 1 Center(11:45) Comparing early 2000s Kings to Last Dance Bulls off the court(19:30) Coaching the modern player(24:00) Jackson on his teammates showing up to his mother's funeral(28:45) Christie and Jackson on playing with Chris Webber(33:13) Do the Kings players want to finish the 2019-20 season?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do Kings players want to finish season? Bobby Jackson says yes.

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, NBC Sports California's Doug Christie and James Ham discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics include life in lockdown, the new NBA ball, should the league resume play and what will happen with Buddy Hield and the Kings during the offseason.(2:00) Birthday wishes all around(6:24) The new NBA game ball(5:45) How did he get into the business(9:30) Practice facility opens(15:45) Christie on whether the NBA should restart(19:45) Hams take on a potential restart(31:30) Discussing Buddy Hield's future with the Kings(38:00) Will Hield be a starter next season?(41:30) Can the Kings and Hield find common ground?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kings return to practice facility, what is next for NBA?

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, Kings longtime radio voice Gary Gerould joins NBC Sports California's Doug Christie and James Ham to discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics life in lockdown, his and his favorite moment from the last 35 seasons of Kings basketball.(1:45) Gardening a new pastime?(2:40) Missing basketball(5:45) How did he get into the business(9:40) Finding his way to Sacramento(16:50) Telling a story during a game(21:30) The evolution of calling a game(28:30) The evolution of the game itself(33:00) Gary Gerould and Paul Newman?(34:15) What would a Kings championship mean to Gerould?(38:40) Gerould on Richmond(39:10) Kings vs. Supersonics(43:50) How long is Gerould going to keep calling games?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kings longtime radio voice Gary Gerould checks in during NBA shutdown

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, Kings forward Harrison Barnes joins NBC Sports California's James Ham to discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics include staying in shape during shutdown, his thoughts on restarting the league and watching Michael Jordan on The Last Dance.(:55) Has Harrison Barnes shaved his beard yet?(2:20) Barnes on taking the break to clear his head and get back to basics(3:25) How long will the players need to get ready for the season?(7:30) On the need to get healthy and have the whole team together(10:45) Barnes' take on the Last Dance(14:00) Making adjustments at the NBA level(16:25) Barnes the foodieSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kings forward Harrison Barnes checks in during NBA shutdown

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