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Wemby’s Big Night, Maxey’s Sixers Takeover, & More Opening Week Observations | TICKET & THE TRUTH Oct 24, 2025

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Victor Wembanyama’s already making noise, and Tyrese Maxey’s stepping into the spotlight in Philly. Kevin Garnett & Paul Pierce break down the biggest storylines from the NBA’s opening week. From Embiid’s slow start to Cooper Flagg’s debut and the continuing rise of international players it’s time to tap in to TICKET & THE TRUTH.

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00:00 - Intro
00:40 - Tap’n in with Paul live from NYC, Celtics & Sixers early vibes
04:34 - Maxey’s breakout & Embiid concerns
08:19 - Wemby’s big night
09:18 - Cooper Flagg’s debut & Rookie of the Year race
11:20 - Clippers looking old?
11:50 - Wemby’s paint presence & Flagg’s upside
13:49 - Should the Spurs trade Fox?
17:04 - PrizePicks
25:03 - Rise of international players & U.S. training flaws
31:10 - Who are the next American MVPs?
33:03 - Who are the league’s true bucket-getters?
38:45 - World Series: Dodgers vs. Toronto?
40:44 - Packers vs. Steelers talk
42:14 - Wrap

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Wemby’s Ascension, NBA Season Preview, Final Season For King James? | TICKET & THE TRUTH Oct 21, 2025

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A new NBA season is upon us, and TICKET & THE TRUTH IS BACK! Is this LeBron James’ final season? KG and Paul go deep on what keeps legends going. Wemby’s summer grind & meeting with Ticket, the Warriors’ window closing, and some bold East/West picks you won’t see coming.

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00:00 – Off-Cam Banter & Fly on the Wall
05:00 – Summer Recap
08:09 – New Season Energy
08:51 – PrizePicks Picks
24:12 – AD BREAK
25:14 – KG’s Fit & Preseason Grind
32:00 – Wemby’s MVP Potential
42:08 – Magic Top 3?! East Predictions Get Heated
48:04 – Clippers vs the West
51:14 – Joker vs SGA Aura Debate
53:13 – Warriors Window Closed?
1:01:45 – Rockets Debate: Amen vs Sengun
1:03:56 – LeBron’s Legacy & Final Season Talk
1:11:39 – Rookie Class Breakdown
1:14:48 – KG Reflects on His Rookie Year
1:16:00 – Wrap

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KD to Rockets, Celtics’ Identity Crisis, Analytics vs. Achilles, All-Demon Team | TICKET & THE TRUTH Jun 27, 2025

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Kevin Durant to Houston? Paul says Ime Udoka would be the best coach KD’s had since Kerr, and KG breaks down what it would mean for the Rockets. The Celtics’ offseason raises big questions — are they building to win or cutting costs? They also sound off on the rise in Achilles injuries and blame modern training and sneaker trends. To wrap it up, KG builds his “All-Demon Team” and questions who’s really got that dog in them, and Oklahoma City Thunder winning it all.

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Game 6, KD’s Future, Protecting Caitlin Clark & 30 Years Since KG’s Draft | TICKET & THE TRUTH Jun 19, 2025

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Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce break down the keys to Game 6 as OKC looks to close it out and the Pacers fight to survive. They debate Kevin Durant’s best landing spots, the growing conversation around Caitlin Clark and physicality in the W, and reflect on KG entering the NBA exactly 30 years ago.

Plus, time for Philly to blow it up, why Houston could be the next OKC, and Desmond Bane headed to the Magic.

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Pacers Turnovers, Caruso’s Impact and Could Mark Jackson Land the Knicks Job? | TICKET & THE TRUTH Jun 11, 2025

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Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce break down what’s at stake in a crucial Game 3 of the NBA Finals and whether the Pacers can seize control.

They spotlight Rick Carlisle’s coaching brilliance and how strategy is shaping the series.

Plus, the Finals shift to Indy, the Knicks’ coaching search heats up, and Wemby’s monk retreat has everyone talking.

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Finals X-Factors, Coaching Chess Match, Gilgeous-Alexander vs. Haliburton | TICKET & THE TRUTH Jun 05, 2025

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Tyrese Haliburton headline a must-watch NBA Finals for the basketball purist. Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce break down what makes this matchup so intriguing. From elite guard play to the Pacers’ surprise rise and why limiting turnovers might decide the champion.

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OKC & Pacers on the Rise, Knicks on the Edge, and Embiid in Limbo | TICKET & THE TRUTH May 29, 2025

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The Thunder and Pacers are proving they’re built for deep playoff runs, while the Knicks are running on fumes against a confident Indiana squad.

Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce break down how OKC’s defense is setting them apart, why the Knicks’ depth just isn’t enough, and what Embiid’s next move could look like if Philly can’t get over the hump. Plus, the guys answer fan questions and preview a summer that could shake up the entire league.

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Knicks vs. Pacers Chess Match, OKC Buzzsaw, Outlook for the Nuggets & Celtics | TICKET & THE TRUTH May 22, 2025

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The playoffs are heating up and Kevin Garnett & Paul Pierce are here to talk about who’s really built for it. The Knicks and Pacers are going blow for blow, the Thunder are cooking everybody -- but don’t count Minnesota out just yet -- and it might be time for changes in Boston and Denver.

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Brunson’s Playoff Legend, The Rise of Ant & the Wolves, Flagg to Dallas? | TICKET & THE TRUTH May 16, 2025

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Jalen Brunson is putting on an all-time playoff performance — and KG & Paul Pierce are putting respect on his name. The guys break down how the Knicks star is dominating 4th quarters and where he ranks among the playoff greats. Then, it’s chaos in the lottery: the Mavs win the No. 1 pick — do they grab Cooper Flagg or potentially flip it for someone like Giannis? Plus: Celtics in crisis, Pacers on the rise, and why who has the best shot to win it all.

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Paul Pierce's 15-mile Walk, Stunning Celtics Losses, & NBA Offseason Preview May 09, 2025

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We caught Paul in the middle of his 15-mile walk to catch a breather and talk NBA Playoffs. The guys react to the Celtics' recent struggles and whether Boston fans should be concerned. They break down Haliburton’s "Most Overrated" award, Steph’s injury, and how Jokic stacks up against other superstars historically. Plus, Ticket and Truth look ahead to major offseason moves involving the Lakers, Luka, and the Rockets.

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