KINGSPOD 2020

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LIVE FROM THE BIG TOMATO! Eternal enemies of the losers, suckers, dweebs, and bean-counters, Geoff and Toke break down NOT Sacramento Kings basketball on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

  1. HACE 4 DÍAS

    Vlade Finally Explained Luka… And Somehow Made It Worse

    Vlade Divac finally explained why the Kings passed on Luka Dončić, and somehow the explanation made the whole thing feel even worse. Toke and Geoff react to Vlade's comments about Luka, De'Aaron Fox, Marvin Bagley, and the idea that Luka was a "big market player." That leads into a bigger conversation about the loser mentality that has shaped too many Kings decisions: drafting scared, worrying about stars leaving before they even arrive, and choosing fit over obvious talent. The guys also revisit the Chris Webber trade as the perfect counterexample. Webber did not want Sacramento at first, but winning changed everything. From there, they talk through the "volunteers vs hostages" mindset, possible roster swings involving AJ Dybantsa, Ja Morant, Paolo Banchero, Keegan Murray, Zach LaVine, and Domantas Sabonis, plus the NBA's proposed lottery changes and how the league could actually fix tanking. The central message stays the same: You win by winning.

    56 min

  2. 14 ABR

    Doug Christie Is Coming Back… What the Hell Just happened?

    Doug Christie is coming back — but after a season like this, that raises more questions than answers. In this episode, Toke and Geoff break down a Sacramento Kings year that felt like a collapse, just not a surprising one. Instead, it played out like a version of the same team fans have watched for years. The focus is on Doug Christie — his coaching, his approach, and what he should be doing differently — before shifting into the bigger picture: roster construction, front office decisions, and what direction this team is actually moving in. They also dive into a broader NBA issue: tanking. Why it doesn't consistently work, how the lottery system creates bad incentives, and what real changes could be made to fix it.

    58 min

  3. 7 FEB

    The Trade Deadline Didn't Save the Kings

    In this episode of KingsPod2020, Toke and Geoff unpack a chaotic stretch for the Sacramento Kings and what the trade deadline revealed about the franchise's deeper issues. The conversation centers on why Kings fans — and the organization itself — consistently overvalue assets, misunderstand rebuilds, and fall back on draft-pick obsession despite years of evidence that losing only makes everything harder. The guys break down Scott Perry's early moves, the Dennis Schröder experiment, trade rumors surrounding Domantas Sabonis, and why quickly unwinding mistakes is better than doubling down on them. They also take a hard look at Doug Christie's coaching, the lack of offensive structure, and how nostalgia continues to cloud decision-making at every level of the franchise.

    1 h 6 min

  4. 30 ENE

    You Win by Winning: Kings Misery & Vegas Shenanigans

    Toke and Geoff are back "Live from the Big Tomato" with a simple theme for the first KingsPod2020 of the new year: You win by winning. That's great for Toke's Vegas bachelor party, where a mini hot streak at the Wynn and Cosmo sportsbook turns into a degenerate live-betting ride on Fresno State vs San Diego State. It's not so great for the Sacramento Kings, who have gone 7–20 since the last episode. The guys talk about Kings fans sliding from anger into apathy, Sacramento's Washington Generals era, and whether Scott Perry is actually trying to win now or just cleaning up Monte/Vivek's mess for the next two seasons. They break down Maxime Raynaud and Nique Clifford as "found money," bury the De'Aaron Fox trade return, question Devon Carter at 13, and argue over how high to really be on Keegan Murray. The back half of the pod zooms out to tanking, draft odds, and star swings: whether being dead last actually matters when your draft history is this bad, Ja Morant as a sicko trade target, Tyrese Maxey as the dream guard, and Giannis/Fox hypotheticals that only Kings sickos would come up with. A little Vegas luck, a lot of Kings misery, and the same closing note as always: Go Kings.

    1 h 8 min

  5. 05/12/2025

    Giannis, Fox, and the Kings' Frozen Trade Deadline

    Toke and Geoff return "live from the Big Tomato" to talk about life in 20 years of Kings basketball hell, the brief fake hope of wins over Denver and Minnesota, and the reality of getting stomped by Memphis again. They spotlight rookie big man Maxime Raynaud as one of the only bright spots, debate what Doug Christie should be doing with rotations, and argue about whether Russell Westbrook and the kids should be prioritized over vets like Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan. From there, they zoom out and put Scott Perry's early tenure under the microscope—grading everything from the Doug hire, Jonas trade, Schroder/U-Banks signings, to the Keon Ellis contract decision and the Precious pickup. Then they go league-wide: what happens to the trade market if Giannis forces his way out of Milwaukee, where should he go, and why Toke wants De'Aaron Fox exiled to Wisconsin instead of thriving in San Antonio with Wemby. They close with the spicy Chris Paul vs. Ty Lue drama with the Clippers and what that says about sending vets home, Zach/DeRozan's future, and the Kings' next painful chapter. Merry Christmas, go Kings.

    58 min

  6. 21/11/2025

    Vivek's Disasterclass: How the Kings Hit Rock Bottom Again

    The KingsPod2020 crew — Toke and Geoff — return "Live from the Big Tomato" to break down the latest chapter in the Sacramento Kings collapse. This episode examines how Doug Christie's bizarre press conference, an eight-game implosion, failed roster construction, and ownership meddling have all collided into one of the bleakest stretches of the Vivek era. We walk through the Kings' current freefall: the stages-of-grief pressers, the nostalgia-driven marketing strategy that's poisoning fan memories, the front office dysfunction, Keegan Murray's developmental stall, and the growing disconnect between roster reality and franchise messaging. We also dive into luxury-tax avoidance, the Bill Simmons trade proposal, the James Ham/Kyle Madson clip, the hostage-versus-volunteer roster dynamic, and why Sacramento might be at the start of another deep rebuild — one that only accelerates if Vivek refuses to change course. A brutally honest, chronological breakdown of how the Kings got here… and why the tunnel has never felt darker.

    55 min

  7. 10/11/2025

    What Exactly Are the Kings Building?

    The Kings are off to a 3–7 start — and confusion reigns from top to bottom. In this episode of KingsPod2020, we go deep on the franchise's current direction (or lack thereof) with a breakdown that follows the real-life chaos chronologically: Early Takeaways from the 3–7 Start We open with a state-of-the-union rant: the Kings are playing small, soft, and scattered. The LaVine rumors loom — and nothing on the court makes sense. Keon Ellis Deserves More Minutes One of the best defenders on the team is getting ghosted. We talk about how Keon could fix some of what's wrong — if the staff would just play him. Doug Christie Is the Head Coach — Period It's not an interim situation. Doug Christie is the coach now. We analyze his strengths, his shortcomings, and whether he was even the right pick. Scott Perry's Front Office Shakeups Perry's recent moves — including dumping Jonas, adding big-name guards, and clearing cap — get a full breakdown. We question the long-term vision. Vivek Is Still in the Way From tunnel vision on celebrity names to his track record of derailments, we outline why ownership remains the Kings' biggest liability. The Week Ahead + Ja Morant Rumors We preview the upcoming games and toss around the Ja Morant trade talk — including what it says about how desperate Sacramento might be. If you've been asking, "What exactly are we building?" — this is the pod you need. Longtime fans, frustrated realists, and strategy nerds: this one's for you.

    1 h 6 min

  8. 31/10/2025

    Sacramento's Roster Is a Joke — And Everyone Knows It

    The Kings are 1–4 and falling apart — but this isn't just about injuries or a bad week. In this episode, Geoff and Taki break down the systemic dysfunction behind Sacramento's rough start to the 2025–26 season. We talk: 💥 The flawed roster design (Lavine, Westbrook, DeRozan... seriously?) 🧠 Doug Christie's impossible coaching situation 📉 Asset mismanagement & questionable extensions 🕵️‍♂️ Scott Perry's quiet cleanup effort? 🏀 What's next for a franchise caught between PR moves and real progress If you're a frustrated Kings fan or just love NBA roster autopsies, this one's for you. 🔔 Follow & rate the show — new episodes drop weekly. 📩 Hit us up on social with your takes: #KingsPod2020

    1 h 11 min
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LIVE FROM THE BIG TOMATO! Eternal enemies of the losers, suckers, dweebs, and bean-counters, Geoff and Toke break down NOT Sacramento Kings basketball on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

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    Geoff & Toke
  • Años de actividad
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodios
    55
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