Episode 10: Jeanie Buss vs. LeBron, All-Star Starters, Kawhi Leonard, and D.Rose's Legacy

Episode 10: Jeanie Buss vs. LeBron, All-Star Starters, Kawhi Leonard, and D.Rose's Legacy

The Hoop Fans Podcast
Jan 27, 20261:10:58
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Episode Notes

In this episode, K. Rose and Matt navigate a whirlwind week in the NBA, starting with the explosive report on the Lakers' $10 billion sale to Mark Walter and the rumored friction between Jeanie Buss and LeBron James. They debate whether The King is truly the "savior" of the franchise or if the ownership drama is overshadowing his final years in LA. Then, they shift to the Eastern Conference to analyze the Milwaukee Bucks' freefall to the 11th seed; with Giannis Antetokounmpo sidelined by a calf injury and trade rumors reaching a fever pitch, we ask if the "Greek Freak" era in Milwaukee is nearing its end.

The conversation heats up as they dissect the 2026 All-Star Starter selections, headlined by newcomer Cade Cunningham and the historic "snub" of LeBron James from the starting lineup for the first time in 22 years. They also give flowers to Kawhi Leonard, who is playing at an MVP level with 28 PPG to fuel the Clippers' resurgence. Finally, they reflect on an emotional night in Chicago as the Bulls raised Derrick Rose’s No. 1 jersey to the rafters, sparking a final debate on whether the youngest MVP in history has done enough to punch his ticket to the Hall of Fame.

If you love honest NBA debates, historical comparisons, and current-season takes, this one’s for you.

00:42 – Laker's Ownership Drama and if LeBron James is the "savior" of the Lakers
13:47 – The Milwaukee Bucks struggles and if it is time for Giannis to be traded
22:00 – Debate who was snubbed from the official All-Star Starter Selections
41:25  – Kawhi Leonard's unbelievable play and the Clipper's resurgence this season
1:03:12 -- Talk about Derrick Rose's jersey retirement, his legacy as a player, and whether or not he is a Hall Of Famer