Victor Wembanyama's NBA Darling Status Is Officially OVER

The Knicks are NBA champions, Jalen Brunson silenced every doubter, and Victor Wembanyama's first Finals run has the entire basketball world talking. 🏆👀

On this episode of ALL THE SMOKE: Unplugged, Matt Barnes breaks down the biggest storylines from the 2026 NBA Finals, including the growing debate around Wemby's public perception, the Spurs' blown leads, Brunson's historic championship run, and why San Antonio's future is still brighter than ever.

Plus, Matt reacts to the latest Giannis trade rumors, weighs in on Jaylen Brown potentially being moved, and discusses one of the biggest NBA Draft storylines involving Darryn Peterson and AJ Dybantsa.

Then, Matt sits down with projected lottery pick Kingston Flemings to discuss his rise from Houston to the NBA Draft, playing for Kelvin Sampson, competing against the nation's best prospects, and what NBA teams can expect from his game.

🔥 Topics Include:
Have fans officially turned on Victor Wembanyama?
The biggest mistakes that cost the Spurs a championship
Jalen Brunson's legacy after delivering New York's first title since 1973
Mike Brown proving the doubters wrong
De'Aaron Fox's disappointing Finals performance
Where Brunson ranks among the greatest small guards ever
Giannis trade rumors: Celtics, Heat, Clippers & more
Should Jaylen Brown feel disrespected?
Darryn Peterson's unusual pre-draft strategy
Kingston Flemings on the NBA Draft process, Kelvin Sampson, Houston, and his basketball journey

0:00 Victor Wembanyama's Finals Backlash
7:32 Wemby, De'Aaron Fox & The Spurs' Future
14:30 Jalen Brunson Delivers A Championship To New York
18:24 Where Does Brunson Rank Among The Greatest Small Guards?
24:43 Giannis Trade Rumors & Jaylen Brown's Future
30:08 Darryn Peterson, AJ Dybantsa & NBA Draft Debate
33:40 Way-Too-Early 2027 NBA Championship Predictions
35:10 Kingston Flemings On The NBA Draft Process
44:08 Kingston Flemings On Family, Houston & Life Beyond Basketball

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