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KG Certified

KG CERTIFIED is a series hosted by Hall of Fame NBA legend, Kevin Garnett. Garnett traverses the sports landscape to bring you unparalleled sit-downs with the biggest stars and most influential power brokers in the industry. Plus, KG is joined weekly by former teammate and Hall Of Famer Paul Pierce to break down the latest in the NBA in TICKET & THE TRUTH.

  1. 9H AGO

    Dame & JuJu Injuries, B Jennings vs. Everyone, Fixing The NCAA Transfer Portal | TICKET & THE TRUTH

    Tony Allen joins TICKET & THE TRUTH fresh off having his jersey retired by the Memphis Grizzlies. The fellas break down Brandon Jennings vs. everyone, Draymond Green leading the race for Defensive Player of the Year, and the NCAA’s big problems with the transfer portal. Plus, two major injuries shake the basketball world as the guys react to JuJu Watkins tearing her ACL and Damian Lillard’s blood clot diagnosis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 4m

  2. MAR 21

    Draymond v KAT, Best 3rd Options in NBA, Daryl Morey Uses AI? | TICKET & THE TRUTH

    The boys are back in the lab. On the latest episode of TICKET & THE TRUTH, KG and Paul dive into all the latest basketball news with their signature unfiltered takes. Draymond Green and Karl-Anthony Towns had a heated confrontation, and the guys break down what really went down. They also have plenty to say about their guy Scal’s showdown with George The Messiah. The Rockets are heating up again—can they make real noise in the West? Plus, is Stephen A. Smith right about Austin Reaves being the best third option in the NBA? They also react to Daryl Morey revealing he uses AI to build the 76ers. That explains a lot. Finally, they dive into the Celtics’ fourth-quarter struggles and all the madness of March Madness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    59 min

  3. MAR 14

    LeBron vs. Stephen A., Cam Spencer vs. KD & The Wild MVP Race | TICKET & THE TRUTH

    Your favorite duo is back, and they’re bringing the HEAT on the latest TICKET & THE TRUTH!  KG and Paul kick things off with their reactions to the sideline confrontation heard around the world—LeBron vs. Stephen A. Smith. But that’s not the only beef in the NBA right now! The guys also break down rookie Cam Spencer jawing at Kevin Durant. Plus, one of the wildest MVP races in history is coming down to the wire as SGA and Joker battle it out for the league’s top honor. With key players returning from injury, the Timberwolves have ripped off five straight wins—can last year’s Western Conference finalists make another deep run? And of course, the guys break down the current NBA playoff bracket and make some game picks!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 7m

  4. MAR 7

    Kyrie’s Injury, Wild West Breakdown & Lakers vs. Celtics Final? | TICKET & THE TRUTH

    KG and Paul are back at it on the latest TICKET & THE TRUTH, and they’re bringing the heat! This time, they kick things off by recapping the first episode of the brand new Celtics City doc on MAX, and of course, they react to the tough news about Kyrie Irving’s injury. Then, the guys dive into the drama brewing in Phoenix between Devin Booker and Coach Bud. After that, they take a deep dive into the wild, competitive Western Conference, breaking down all the top teams and what to expect. And with the Lakers making a serious push, they can’t help but get excited about the possibility of a Lakers vs. Celtics final – could it happen?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    59 min

  5. FEB 28

    Fixing All-Star Weekend, Lakers Title Threat, Jayson Tatum | TICKET & THE TRUTH

    Paul is back from his Mexico vacation and is ready to get after it with KG in this weeks episode of TICKET & THE TRUTH. In this episode, they kick things off by recapping All-Star weekend and having an honest conversation about the issues that need to be addressed moving forward. The duo also discusses Luka's incredible triple-double performance in his first game against the Mavericks, the Lakers’ continued dominance, and whether they’re a legitimate title contender. Should the top 3 teams in the West be worried about depth? Plus, what's going on with KD and the Suns? Of course, there's praise for the rising Detroit Pistons and Coach J.B. Bickerstaff’s impressive leadership. And they wrap things up with a candid conversation about why Jayson Tatum is still so under appreciated despite his elite play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    56 min

  6. FEB 21

    4 Nations vs. NBA, SGA Is A Superstar, 1v1 Coming To All-Star? | TICKET & THE TRUTH

    This Week’s TICKET & THE TRUTH... is Just Ticket! In this solo edition, KG gives his unfiltered thoughts on everything from the 4 Nations Tournament in the NHL to the NBA’s ongoing storylines. He kicks things off by addressing the criticism the NBA is receiving from the hockey world. Then, KG recaps his time at All-Star Weekend, giving us a behind-the-scenes look at the events in the Bay and sharing his personal take on how it all went down. Plus, the rumors are swirling—could the 1v1 game finally become a reality next year? KG reacts to the buzz around the potential new format. He shines a spotlight on Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and breaks down which teams need to hit the ground running after the All-Star break. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    43 min

  7. FEB 14

    Luka's Laker Debut, KD Hits 30k, 76ers Struggles | TICKET & THE TRUTH

    Valentine’s Day just got a whole lot better with your favorite duo, KG and Paul, serving up all the hot takes and laughs on TICKET & THE TRUTH! The guys are bringing the energy, starting with P flexing an epic fit that'll have the ladies talking. Then, it's all basketball as they react to Luka’s Lakers debut and what it could mean for LeBron’s legacy. With injuries piling up and fans protesting, things are falling apart for Dallas after the trade—what’s next for the Mavs? The fellas also talk about the two sides of Philly sports: the Eagles' Super Bowl win and the 76ers’ ongoing struggles. And of course, they break down Ingram’s contract extension, give KD props for hitting 30k points, and close it out with some bold game picks! Get ready for laughs, drama, and everything in between Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    52 min

  8. FEB 10

    Trade Deadline Recap, NBA All-Star Rosters, Buyout Market | TICKET & MATT BARNES

    In today’s special episode of KG's show, we’ve got one half of ALL THE SMOKE, Matt Barnes, joining the squad! Watch as these two legends break down all the major action from last week, including the earth-shattering Luka to Lakers trade and the rise of Wemby as he gets his running mate, making the Spurs a dangerous team for years to come. Plus, the dynamic duo dives into the final All-Star Game rosters and discusses the new format ahead of the NBA’s celebratory weekend. They also share firsthand accounts of what it feels like to be traded in the NBA and the personal and professional struggles players face during those moments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    KG CERTIFIED is a series hosted by Hall of Fame NBA legend, Kevin Garnett. Garnett traverses the sports landscape to bring you unparalleled sit-downs with the biggest stars and most influential power brokers in the industry. Plus, KG is joined weekly by former teammate and Hall Of Famer Paul Pierce to break down the latest in the NBA in TICKET & THE TRUTH.

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    • Channel
      Showtime Basketball
    • Creator
      All The Smoke Productions
    • Years Active
      2023 - 2025
    • Episodes
      87
    • Rating
      Explicit
    • Copyright
      © 2025 All The Smoke Productions

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