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Kings: Postseason chances and a farewell to Kobe Bryant Feb 29, 2020

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In the latest episode of Purple Talk, former King Doug Christie joins NBC Sports California's James Ham for a discussion on all things Kings. Topics include the team's loss to the Clippers, their big game against the Grizzlies, the recent play of Harry Giles and Alex Len and the team's decision to attend Kobe and Gianna Bryant's celebration of life.

(1:15) Kings loss to the Thunder

(5:00) Foul trouble in OKC

(6:06) Issues with the NBA's replay system

(7:10) Can the Kings learn from their mistakes?

(13:45) What will it take for the Kings to make the playoffs?

(20:40) The strong play of Harry Giles and Alex Len

(25:50) Giles' contract situation

(28:40) What is the deal with Jabari Parker?

(36:40) Buddy Hield and attention to detail

(39:00) Christie on the Kobe and Gianna Bryant memorial service

(45:40) Can the Kings make the playoffs?

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Kings: Where the team stands at the NBA All-Star Break Feb 15, 2020

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In the latest episode of Purple Talk, former King Doug Christie joins NBC Sports California's James Ham for a discussion on all things Kings. Topics include first half grades, what to expect in the second half and a discussion on injuries.

(2:15) Buddy Hield and the 3-point shootout

(5:00) Doug on the Slam Dunk competition and participating in All-Star weekend

(8:30) Pre All-Star break grades

(12:55) Do the Kings still have a shot to bounce back?

(14:20) Will the Kings mail in the last 28 games?

(18:15) Is Hield situation heading towards disaster?

(24:20) Can Jabari Parker help the Kings down the stretch?

(26:25) A long discussion on Kings' injury situation

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Kings: Breaking down NBA trade deadline with Doug Christie Feb 08, 2020

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In the latest episode of Purple Talk, former King Doug Christie joins NBC Sports California's James Ham for a discussion on all things Kings. Topics include the NBA trade deadline, the additions of Kent Bazemore and Jabari Parker and making better decisions with regards to free agents in the future.

(1:30) If Dewayne Dedmon didn’t want to be here...

(5:10) How do Alex Len and Jabari Parker fit in?

(9:00) Bogdan Bogdanovic still a King

(11:30) Breaking down the Kent Bazemore addition

(15:45) Injuries and their role in the poor start to the 2019-20 season

(20:40) Vetting free agents better

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Kings: De‘Aaron Fox and the Top Ramen story Jan 29, 2020

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In the latest episode of Purple Talk, De’Aaron Fox joins former King Doug Christie and NBC Sports California's James Ham for a discussion on all things Kings. Topics his recovery from injury, developing as a leader and his inability to cook Top Ramen. 

(3:22) Dealing with his first real injury

(4:50) Learning from watching

(7:25) Finding his voice as a leader

(8:40) Fox on veteran Cory Joseph

(10:25) How Fox prepares for a game

(11:40) Fox on rookie Ja Morant

(13:00) The rash of injuries

(14:50) Is Fox too unselfish?

(16:25) The Top Ramen story

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Kings: Doug Christie on the road from Chicago Jan 24, 2020

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In the latest episode of Purple Talk, former King Doug Christie joins NBC Sports California's James Ham for a discussion on all things Kings. Topics include the team’s disastrous loss to the Pistons, Buddy Hield’s recent struggles and whether Luke Walton has lost the room.

(2:50) Season has spun out.

(3:56) After loss in Detroit are the Kings checked out?

(7:00) What is wrong with the Kings?

(13:00) It’s time to shake things up - Buddy Hield hunting shots.

(15:00) Doug gets room service.

(17:20) Has Luke Walton lost the room?

(19:30) No one is getting fired.

(23:00) Why injuries matter.

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Kings: Injury bug continues to ravage the rotation Jan 11, 2020

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In the latest episode of Purple Talk, former King Doug Christie joins NBC Sports California's James Ham for a discussion on all things Kings. Topics include the injury bug moving through the team, the value of veterans and the reappearance of Harry Giles and Dewayne Dedmon.

(1:00) Rash of injuries hit the Kings

(3:25) Luke Walton’s reliance on Cory Joseph and Trevor Ariza

(7:44) Dewayne Dedmon finds his way back

(11:20) Dedmon’s professionalism

(15:07) Harry Giles earns his first start

(18:50) The talent of Giles

(21:10) Who are the Kings?

(24:25) How aggressive should the Kings be at the trade deadline?

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Kings: Small forward, Harrison Barnes Dec 23, 2019

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On the latest episode of Purple Talk, former King Doug Christie and NBC Sports California's James Ham sit down with small forward Harrison Barnes discussion on all things Kings. Topics include his upbringing in Ames, Iowa, his time with the Golden State Warriors, being a professional and giving back in the community.

2:40 - Harrison Barnes on his journey to the NBA from Ames, Iowa

4:00 - Barnes on growing up at the Boys and Girls Club

5:18 - Barnes on he and his wife’s philanthropy work

7:12 - Married life in the NBA

8:35 - Barnes on his experience with the Golden State Warriors and winning an NBA title

10:45 - Barnes on his work ethic and maintaining his body

14:45 - Barnes on the Kings fanbase

15:45 - The experience of winning a championship

17:08 - What does life after basketball look like for Barnes

18:40 - A second tour of duty with head coach Luke Walton

20:12 - Walton’s ability to coach young players and the influence of Phil Jackson on his style

20:36 - On the Kings’ developing basketball IQ

22:45 - Barnes on being named after NBA legend Michael Jordan

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Kings: Doug Christie on the road in Indiana Dec 20, 2019

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In the latest episode of Purple Talk, former King Doug Christie joins NBC Sports California's James Ham for a discussion on all things Kings. Topics include Marvin Bagley's early struggles and the task ahead for Luke Walton and his staff.

(3:30) Dissecting Kings manic behaviors on the court

(7:10) Debating the struggles of Marvin Bagley since his return to the court

(12:25) Tough decisions for Luke Walton on the frontline

(16:12) Christie on Bagley’s defense and how the second-year big can improve

(19:55) Can Holmes and Bagley play together

(22:48) Having the talent to win, but the difficulty of learning how to win consistently

(24:00) Kings finally have all the pieces back in place, what now?

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Kings: Doug Christie on the road in San Antonio Dec 07, 2019

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In the latest episode of Purple Talk, former King Doug Christie joins NBC Sports California's James Ham for a discussion on all things Kings. Topics include the state of the Kings after 20 games, the impact of injuries have had on the club and the resolution of Luke Walton's civil suit.

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Kings: Shooting guard Bogdan Bogdanovic Nov 19, 2019

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In the latest episode of Purple Talk, shooting guard Bogdan Bogdanovic joins NBC Sports California's James Ham for a discussion on all things Kings. Topics include his road to the NBA, his experiences with the Serbian national team and his love of the game of basketball.

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