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The Kings Beat Podcast

James Ham, Kings Insider, ESPN 1320 and The Kings Beat

ESPN 1320‘s Kings Insider James Ham Fox, long time Sacramento reporter Sean Cunningham and The Kings Pulse Podcast’s Brenden Nunes bring you the latest on the Sacramento Kings. With more than 30 years of combined experience covering of the team, the trio pull back the veil on one of the most dysfunctional franchises in professional sports.

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All Episodes

49:45

Discussing Kings‘ list of front office candidates...

The Kings Beat Podcast ·

2020/09/11

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

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52:12

What should Sacramento Kings look for in 2020 NBA Draft?

The Kings Beat Podcast ·

2020/09/04

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

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15:26

Kings‘ Harrison Barnes talks coronavirus, the bubble...

The Kings Beat Podcast ·

2020/08/26

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

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54:02

Recapping draft lottery, changes to Kings front...

The Kings Beat Podcast ·

2020/08/21

Breaking down Kings bubble experience 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 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

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65:46

Breaking down Kings bubble experience with Doug Christie

The Kings Beat Podcast ·

2020/08/14

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

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37:45

Kings coach Luke Walton checks in from Orlando bubble

The Kings Beat Podcast ·

2020/08/06

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

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20:12

Kings‘ De‘Aaron Fox is ready for challenge of NBA...

The Kings Beat Podcast ·

2020/07/31

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

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20:07

Bogdan Bogdanovic discusses NBA bubble, Kings’...

The Kings Beat Podcast ·

2020/07/29

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

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39:41

Breaking down NBA restart with NBC Sports‘ Tom...

The Kings Beat Podcast ·

2020/07/24

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)

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37:26

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

The Kings Beat Podcast ·

2020/05/21

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

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54:06

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

The Kings Beat Podcast ·

2020/05/15

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)

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49:12

Kings longtime radio voice Gary Gerould checks in...

The Kings Beat Podcast ·

2020/05/06

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

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22:48

Kings forward Harrison Barnes checks in during NBA...

The Kings Beat Podcast ·

2020/05/01

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

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49:32

Talking Michael Jordan‘s greatness with Mitch...

The Kings Beat Podcast ·

2020/04/29

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, two of the greatest shooting guards in Sacramento Kings history, Mitch Richmond and Doug Christie, join NBC Sports California's James Ham to discuss "The Last Dance," defending Michael Jordan, Richmond's roots in Florida and Hasan Minhaj's shout-out. (1:00) Mitch on lockdown (3:00) Watching "The Last Dance" and remembering the Bulls' greatness (4:50) How could you limit Jordan? (7:00) Doug on defending Mitch (9:50) Playing Jordan early, versus

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28:36

Former King Jack Cooley checks in from Japan

The Kings Beat Podcast ·

2020/04/17

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, former Kings big man Jack Cooley joins NBC Sports California's Doug Christie and James Ham to discuss the living in Japan during the coronavirus pandemic. Topics playing in the Japanese league, his thoughts on former teammate Rudy Gobert and how the coronavirus pushed back his wedding date. (:55) Marooned in Japan (1:35) Comparing basketball in Japan to the US (6:30) Where has Jack Cooley played hoops? (7:50) How does Cooley stay in shape

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25:15

Catching up with Kings center Richaun Holmes

The Kings Beat Podcast ·

2020/04/15

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, Kings starting center Richaun Holmes joins NBC Sports California's James Ham to discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics include his donation to local Sacramentans, how he is passing the time and whether he has found his NBA home. (1:40) Dr. Lydecia Holmes, TikTok star (2:40) Giving back to Sacramento in a time of crisis (5:50) How is Holmes dealing with the lay-off? (7:45) How is Holmes’ shoulder feeling? (8:53) Why was the

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36:48

Kings: Talking real estate, Survivor and hoops with...

The Kings Beat Podcast ·

2020/04/10

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, former Kings big man Scot Pollard joins Doug Christie and NBC Sports California's James Ham to discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics include his new career, his time on Survivor and which of his former teammates would make the best contestant. (1:10) Pollard on lock down in Indiana and his new career in real estate (7:40) The transition from the NBA to real life (11:18) Pollard the movie star? (16:25) Would he play Survivor

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23:44

Kings: Catching up with shooting guard Bogdan Bogdanovic

The Kings Beat Podcast ·

2020/04/08

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, Kings starting shooting guard Bogdan Bogdanovic joins NBC Sports California's James Ham to discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics include his donation to Serbia, how he is passing the time and what it would be like to play without fans. (1:25) Giving back to Serbia with Nemanja Bjelica and the Divacs (5:25) Staying ready (6:25) How is the team communicating? (9:50) Concerns for De’Aaron Fox? (11:00) Finding his rhythm without

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43:01

Kings: Catching up with Doug Christie during...

The Kings Beat Podcast ·

2020/04/03

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, former King and current analyst Doug Christie joins NBC Sports California's James Ham to discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics include the league's coronavirus shutdown, what it might be like to play without fans, and some well wishes to our friends in the media world. (3:00) Our new normal (6:15) Thoughts and prayers to the Gerould family (14:00) Marty McNeal update (17:30) Christie on what players should be doing while on

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51:16

Kings: PA announcer Scott Moak

The Kings Beat Podcast ·

2020/03/27

On the latest edition of the Purple Talk Podcast, longtime Kings public address announcer Scott Moak joins NBC Sports California's James Ham to discuss the current state of affairs in the NBA. Topics include the league's coronavirus shutdown, what it might be like to play without fans, and his relationship with Kevin Durant. (1:52) Being a PA announcer (3:05) Getting the names right (9:40) Breaking down the final game against the New Orleans Pelicans (18:00) Comparing shutdown to the protest

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