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Sacramento Kings ’18-’19 Schedule Released

The Sacramento Kings 2018-2019 schedule has been released.
6 years ago
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Matt George

Kawhi Leonard Breaks Silence, Thanks San Antonio Spurs

It's been over a year since we have heard anything from the quiet but talented superstar.
6 years ago
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Matt George

Sacramento Kings Rookie Marvin Bagley Starting New #SummertimeChallenge

Marvin Bagley III is starting a new dance trend.
6 years ago
DETROIT, MI - NOVEMBER 22: Derek Carr #4 of the Oakland Raiders calls to his team on the line of sc...
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Are You Ready For Some Football – The Drive – 8/9

Carmichael Dave and Kyle chat about the A's win over the Dodgers, Donald Penn's pay cut, the best NBA scorer of all-time, and preview the Lions-Raiders game. Ty Schalter and Howard Beck join the show.
6 years ago
LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 15: LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers attends a quarterfinal game of the ...
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NBA Reveals 2018-19 Opening Week National TV Schedule

The NBA has announced the opening week's national TV schedule, as well as the Christmas Day and Martin Luther King Jr. day games.
6 years ago
SANTA CLARA, CA - DECEMBER 28: Frank Gore #21 of the San Francisco 49ers drives in front of Tony Je...
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Loud Shirts And Microwaved Eggs – The Drive – 8/8

Carmichael Dave and Kyle talk about the A's loss to the Dodgers, their Mount Rushmore of sports trophies, and the dynamic between LA sports fans and Northern California sports fans. Mike Salk joins the show.
6 years ago
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Sous Vide Conscious – The Drive – 8/7

Carmichael Dave and Kyle chat about the Giants' loss to the Astros, NBA Rookie of the Year predictions, the A's, and the 49ers ahead of their first preseason game. Matt Barrows, Jon Anik and Ethan Strauss join the show.
6 years ago
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Bill Walton’s Spit Lip – The Drive – 8/6

Carmichael Dave and Kyle take a look at some NFL beef, the A's sweep of the Tigers, how to fix Oakland's attendance problem, and Kyle reviews Rocky II.
6 years ago
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Digit Al

Vince Carter Is ’90-Something Percent’ Sure About Retiring

Vince Carter revealed he is "90-something percent" sure the 2018-19 season will be his last during a phone conference with ESPN's Ian Begley.
6 years ago
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Chris Watkins

Blake Griffin Looks Back At His Star-Studded Viral Dunk

video surfaced of 2011 NBA Slam Dunk Champion, Blake Griffin, without any warm up, going off glass and throwing down a nasty between-the-legs slam in front of Team USA's best youth prospects onlooking.
6 years ago
OAKLAND, CA - JULY 31:  Mark Canha #20 of the Oakland Athletics hits an rbi double scoring Matt Ols...
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Cut Me, Mick – The Drive – 8/1

Carmichael Dave and Kyle talk about the MLB trade deadline and changes in the Sacramento media landscape. Kyle reviews 'Rocky.'
6 years ago
MADRID, SPAIN - JANUARY 08:  Actor Sylvester Stallone attends a photocall for his movie "Rocky Balb...
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Don’t Leave Games Early – The Drive – 7/31

Carmichael Dave and Kyle discuss the lawsuit against the Kings on a downtown tower project, when it's okay to leave games early, and Dave gets angry about Kyle's lack of movie knowledge. A's COO Chris Giles joins the show.
6 years ago
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Digit Al

Kings Sign Wenyen Gabriel To Two-Way Contract

The Sacramento Kings have signed forward Wenyen Gabriel to a two-way deal
6 years ago
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Matt George

Kevin Durant Praises Willie Cauley-Stein on CJ McCollum’s Podcast

Kevin Durant and CJ McCollum had some great things to say about Willie Cauley-Stein on the Pull Up podcast.
6 years ago
OAKLAND, CA - JUNE 07:  Nick Martini #38 of the Oakland Athletics bats against the Kansas City Roya...
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What Is Happening In Oakland – The Drive – 7/26

Carmichael Dave and Kyle discuss yet another improbable A's victory, Vince Carter's move to Atlanta, and the opening of 49ers training camp. Cam Iwasa, Ken Korach, Matt Barrows and Nick Martini join the show.
6 years ago
LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 06:  Running back Todd Gurley #30 of the Los Angeles Rams runs with the b...
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Tweets And Alley-Oops – The Drive – 7/25

Carmichael Dave and Kyle talk about the A's incredible comeback against the Rangers, Todd Gurley's new contract, and Rubber Chicken Africa makes another appearance. Scott Bair and Bobby Jackson join the show.
6 years ago
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Matt George

Kevin Love Celebrates New Contract with Cleveland Arena Construction Crew

Kevin Love signed a four-year, $120 million deal with the Cleveland Cavaliers.
6 years ago
CHICAGO, IL - MAY 18:  Trae Young is surrounded by reporters during Day Two of the NBA Draft Combin...
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Rubber Chicken Africa – The Drive – 7/24

Carmichael Dave and Kyle discuss the future of media following the mass layoffs at the New York Daily News. They also talk about the Oakland A's win over the Rangers, and how they might attack the MLB trade deadline. Sam Amick joins the show
6 years ago
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Digit Al

J.R. Smith Is Delayed On And Off The Court

J.R. Smith is that guy no one really wants to be paired up with, but when you're with him you know you're going to be doing majority of the work.
6 years ago
CARNOUSTIE, SCOTLAND - JULY 22:  Tiger Woods of the United States walks off the 13th green during t...
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Live Every Week Like It’s Shark Week – The Drive – 7/23

Carmichael Dave and Kyle recap the weekend with a look at the A's series win over the Giants, and the state of the team through 100 games. They also discuss the most important athletes in sports and Shark Week. Marcus Semien joins the show.
6 years ago
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Digit Al

Kings, Bjelica Agree To Three-Year Deal

The Kings second signing of the off-season is also their second signing of the day.
6 years ago
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Matt George

Sacramento Kings Sign Yogi Ferrell

The Sacramento Kings have made their first free agency signing.
6 years ago
OAKLAND, CA - JUNE 29:  Khris Davis #2 of the Oakland Athletics hits an RBI double against the Clev...
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Extinction Is Not A Bad Word – The Drive – 7/20

Carmichael Dave and Kyle discuss the Carmelo Anthony trade, the NFL's latest national anthem issue, and the use of the designated hitter in MLB. Emrah Klimenta joins the show.
6 years ago
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Digit Al

Sacramento Kings Announce Preseason Schedule

The Sacramento Kings announced their 2018-19 preseason schedule Thursday Morning.
6 years ago