KG Certified

Black Effect x All The Smoke Productions

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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132 episodes
Updated July 10

Episodes132

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Dec 22, 2023 · 1 hr 6 min
Christmas Day Games, Ja Morant Elevates Grizzlies, Mid-Season All-Stars | Ticket & The Truth
The final TICKET & THE TRUTH of 2023 is here! KG and Paul debate who the mid-season All-Stars are for each conference, how Ja Morant's return changes everything for the Grizzlies, and they make their picks for the Christmas Day games. Also, they share their New Years Resolutions and discuss if Paul could play in the NBA right now and which team he would fit on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 15, 2023 · 1 hr 8 min
Draymond Green Incident, Rising Magic, Spurs & Pistons Struggles ft. Tony Allen | Ticket & The Truth
A must-see episode of TICKET & THE TRUTH is here! The guys are joined by Tony Allen to talk all things NBA. First, the trio shares their feelings about Draymond's latest suspension and debate whether the Warriors need to move on. Plus, they talk about the rising Magic, the struggles of the Spurs and Pistons, and make their weekend picks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 13, 2023 · 27 min
Tyrese Haliburton | MVP Convo, Pacers’ Offense, Playing In A Small Market | EP 50 | KG Certified
On episode 50 of KG CERTIFIED, Kevin Garnett is joined by young SUPERSTAR Tyrese Haliburton to discuss his meteoric rise. Hali explains his growth from last season to this season, the key to the Pacers' electric offense, and what its like playing in a small market. Plus, KG tells Haliburton he should be in the MVP conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 1, 2023 · 1 hr 3 min
Celtics IST Favorites, Devin Booker MVP, Magic's Rise, Best Young Guard? | Ticket & The Truth
A must-see episode of TICKET & THE TRUTH is here! The guys are on one as they debate who the best young guard in is. Plus, they talk about the young Magic's rise, the Celtics being the favorite to win the In-Season Tournament, and if Devin Booker could win MVP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 22, 2023 · 50 min
Thunders' Ceiling, Jordan Poole, Fan Questions, Warriors Dynasty Over? | Ticket & The Truth
A must-see pre-Thanksgiving episode of TICKET & THE TRUTH is here! The guys debate the ceiling of a young and dangerous Thunder team, talk about the potential end of the Warriors' dynasty, and KG goes OFF on Jordan Poole. Plus, they answer fan questions and KG hilariously shares the first time he had a Cinnabon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 17, 2023 · 1 hr 10 min
Anthony Edwards, Importance of Chemistry, Tatum Best American? | Ticket & The Truth | SHOWTIME
P is BACK and the dynamic duo is here to break down all the news on the latest episode of TICKET & THE TRUTH. KG and Paul discuss the Clippers & Bucks and the importance of chemistry, the growth of Anthony Edwards, and some surprise teams in the Eas. Plus, they debate whether Tatum is the best American-born player right now, talks about the Lakers, and answer your fan questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 10, 2023 · 1 hr 13 min
Jordan Poole, Bucks Issues, Early-Season MVP, Does Wemby Need A PG? | Ticket & The Truth | SHOWTIME
On the episode of TICKET & THE TRUTH. KG is joined by Tony Squares to discuss all the latest NBA betting trends and odds. Plus, they discuss Jordan Poole's struggles, the Bucks needing time to gel, who the early season MVP is, and if Wemby needs a traditional point guard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 3, 2023 · 1 hr
James Harden To Clippers, Luka's Hot Start, Celtics, Fan Questions | Ticket & The Truth | SHOWTIME
The first week of the NBA season is over and the guys are here to break down all the news on the latest episode of TICKET & THE TRUTH. KG and Paul breakdown the Harden trade to the Clippers and what it means for both teams. Plus, they talk about the hot starts of Luka Doncic and the Mavs, the Celtics, and the Warriors. They also answer your fan questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 30, 2023 · 57 min
Nick DePaula | Inside The Basketball Sneaker Industry | EP 49 | KG Certified
On episode 49 of KG CERTIFIED, Kevin Garnett sits down with footwear industry and lifestyle writer, Nick DePaula, to talk all things about the basketball shoe industry. Plus, they look back on some of the best shoes in the game, share legendary stories, and talk about the impact of Michael Jordan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 28, 2023 · 50 min
Anthony Davis, Suns PG Situation, NBA Opening Week, James Harden | Ticket & The Truth | SHOWTIME
The NBA officially is back. On this episode of TICKET & THE TRUTH, the dynamic duo recaps the first week of the season and discusses the biggest storylines. What to make of Anthony Davis' start? Do the Suns need a traditional point guard? The continuing Harden saga and some under-the-radar teams in the NBA. Plus they make their weekend picks for the biggest games! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 20, 2023 · 55 min
NBA Returns, Wemby's Ceiling, Harden/Sixers Saga, Dame To Bucks | Ticket & The Truth | SHOWTIME
Less than one week until the NBA officially RETURNS, which means KG and P are back on their grind. On this episode of TICKET & THE TRUTH, the dynamic duo recaps the preseason, discusses Victor Wembanyama's ceiling in his rookie season, talks about the Harden/Sixers saga and explain why the Celtics are a force. Plus, they talk Dame's trade to the Bucks to pair up with Giannis, the young rising teams in the league (Thunder), and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 16, 2023 · 33 min
Deion & Shilo Sanders | The Prime Effect In Colorado ft. Paul Pierce | EP 48 | KG Certified
KG CERTIFIED is back and bigger than ever. On episode 48, Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce visit Colorado and sit down with Deion and Shilo Sanders to discuss their transformation of the program, the difference between coaching at a P5 school and an HBCU, and the changing college football landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 2, 2023 · 1 hr 5 min
Certified Smoke: 2023-24 NBA Season Preview | Full Episode | Showtime Basketball
Mega trades continue to go down and training camps are beginning league-wide, which means the NBA season is around the corner. That also means the return of our CERTIFIED SMOKE season preview, as ALL THE SMOKE and KG CERTIFIED collide to provide an unparalleled breakdown of the new league year with Matt Barnes, Stephen Jackson, Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce and Tony Allen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 25, 2023 · 1 hr 21 min
Spencer Haywood | Suing The NBA, Current Day League, First Nike Hoops Player | EP 48 | KG Certified
Basketball Hall of Famer and a man who changed the NBA forever, Spencer Haywood, joins Kevin Garnett on the latest episode of KG CERTIFIED. Haywood opens up about suing the NBA and beating them in the Supreme Court. Plus, they discuss how it changed the league. The big man also talks about being the first Nike basketball player, his NBA career, and the current day game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 8, 2023 · 43 min
NFL Season Preview ft. Tony Cavallo | Season Predictions, RB Salary Issues | EP 47 | KG Certified
The NFL is finally BACK so the boys are showcasing their football knowledge in this weeks episode of KG CERTIFIED. Kevin Garnett is joined by Paul Pierce and Tony Cavallo to preview everything coming up in the 2023/24 NFL season, including award picks, team previews, and more. Plus, they talk about the issues running backs face in today's game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 28, 2023 · 1 hr 21 min
Thirstin Howl The 3rd | Hip-Hop Fashion, Rap Career, History Of Emcee's | EP 46 | KG Certified
New York native rapper Thirstin Howl The 3rd joins KG on episode 46 of KG CERTIFIED. Howl opens up abut his rap career, his early upbringing in Brownsville, NY, and the history of Hip-Hop fashion & Emcees. Plus, he talks Graffiti art vs. other art and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 18, 2023 · 1 hr 7 min
NBA Off-Season Check-In: Jaylen Brown Extension, New-Look Suns, FIBA | Ticket & The Truth | SHOWTIME
NBA off-season is in FULL swing and the guys check in on all the biggest news and action from a busy couple of months in the latest episode of TICKET & THE TRUTH. KG and Paul discuss Jaylen Brown's mega-extension and how contracts have changed. Plus, they talk about the new-look Suns, team USA and the upcoming FIBA world championship, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 20, 2023 · 1 hr 17 min
Earn Your Leisure | NBA Contracts, Passing Down Knowledge, New-Age Education | EP 43 | KG Certified
This week, KG sits down with Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings of Earn Your Leisure to discuss the education revolution, growing yourself and your businesses, passing down knowledge between generations, and the business side of the NBA and music industry. Check out Earn Your Leisure. Watch full episode on YouTube. #ShoBB #showtimebasketball #EarnYourLeisure #KevinGarnett #KG #NBA #money #contracts #education Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 16, 2023 · 1 hr 7 min
Finals Recap: Nuggets Win 1st Title, NBA Offseason Preview | Ticket & The Truth | SHOWTIME
The NBA season has finally come to an end. KG and Paul Pierce recap an epic final that saw the Denver Nuggets winning their first title in franchise history. Plus, they preview the upcoming offseason and discuss the best landing spots for some of the biggest names. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 5, 2023 · 54 min
Tracy McGrady | NBA Career, Current Day Players, Kobe Stories | EP 42 | KG Certified
KG CERTIFIED continues with the big hitters. On this week's episode, Kevin sits down with NBA Hall Of Famer and 13-year vet, Tracy McGrady, to discuss his legendary basketball career. T-Mac opens up about his Rockets run, shares some crazy Kobe stories, talks about the current-day players and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.