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This week on the show we break down major NBA trade deadline news, including the James Harden trade to the Cleveland Cavaliers, Jaren Jackson Jr. to the Utah Jazz, and a three-team trade involving the Bulls, Timberwolves, and Pistons. We also react to the 2026 NBA All-Star Reserves, featuring first-time All-Stars Jamal Murray and Jalen Duren. Plus, IT defends Jason Kidd’s coaching decisions and gives props to Murray and Duren in this week’s No Days Off. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Point Game, Isaiah Thomas & C.J. Toledano tap into the latest updates on the Ja Morant, Anthony Davis, and Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors and how their injuries factor into the equation. IT takes a moment to talk about the true difficulties of getting traded, especially mid-season. Then we take a trip down memory lane in the wake of Derrick Rose's jersey retirement in Chicago this past weekend: from battling in the early 2010's during his unbelievable prime to becoming friends during their season together on the Cavs. We also discuss KD's habit of talking back to aggressive fans, how Luka took care of his loyal fans in Dallas – and almost went into the Mavs locker room at half time – and close out with a quick chat about Jordan brand retiring the Zion signature shoe. Enjoying the show? Make sure to rate, review, and subscribe. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and X @pointgamepod See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Point Game, Isaiah Thomas & C.J. Toledano react to the 2026 All-Star starter announcements, especially the young stars Cade Cunningham and Tyrese Maxey, explore some possible new directions for the league's European expansion initiative, and dive into trade rumors swirling around Anthony Davis, Jaren Jackson Jr., Austin Reaves, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Ja Morant.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Point Game, Isaiah Thomas & C.J. Toledano recap Isaiah’s multi-sport retreat with Julio Rodriguez in the Dominican Republic, break down Trae Young’s trade to the Washington Wizards, the market for Ja Morant & Anthony Davis, Dennis Schroder’s three-game suspension for quietly confronting Luka Doncic, NBA referee Bill Kennedy’s recent injury and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode, Isaiah Thomas joins C.J. Toledano to answer questions from you, the fans; covering the following topics: his welcome to the NBA moment against Kobe Bryant, important tactics for playing in the league as a smaller player, his toughest cover in the league, pre-and-post game meals, his favorite student-athlete memories from the University of Washington, his most notable All-Star Game memories and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special episode we recap the best stories from Isaiah Thomas & C.J. Toledano so far, including: the origin of Isaiah's "Pizza Guy" nickname, being Jaylen Brown's vet in Boston, his sudden trade to the Cleveland Cavaliers, Evan Turner's funniest moments with David Lee, how to avoid getting dunked on, NBA handshakes and so much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Isaiah & C.J. discuss: Isaiah’s trip back to Boston to be honored for his career-high 52 point game at the Garden, the tradition of Christmas Day games in the NBA, Isaiah’s own chapter in the Celtics-Knicks rivalry, and winning predictions for each holiday matchup on Thursday. Also, they illuminate the 2026 Basketball Hall of Fame nominees, including Jamal Crawford, Blake Griffin, Joe Johnson & Brandon Roy. And finally, find out who took No Days Off this week! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, C.J. & Isaiah discuss: Victor Wembanyama’s return for a playoff-like NBA Cup semifinal between the Spurs & Thunder, how well Jalen Brunson represents smaller guards in the league, Giannis to-the-Knicks trade rumors, whether Philip Rivers has an NBA equivalent, Jonathan Kuminga’s role on the Warriors and their all-time favorite Christmas movies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Isaiah Thomas & C.J. Toledano discuss Isaiah’s Sun Valley Film Festival experience for his documentary short, Go Forward; his proud dad moment after his son’s high school debut; how realistic a Giannis Bucks trade really is; NBA Cup predictions for the week and acknowledge the legend of Red Panda.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Isaiah and C.J. discuss Thanksgiving basketball in the Bahamas, whether the Oklahoma City Thunder can win 73 games this season, if the Mike Brown-led Knicks can finally get over the hump, Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and the evolution of Lakers leadership, how the Wizards can make an organizational u-turn, the Clippers recent history of mishandling veteran players, how NBA players create their handshakes & Isaiah’s upcoming documentary, Go Forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Isaiah Thomas & C.J. Toledano react to Chris Paul's retirement announcement & Klay Thompson's postgame verbal jousting with Ja Morant. Then, Evan Turner, joins for a conversation from Boston to recap his time as Isaiah's teammate with the Celtics, coming up as AAU players and some of the similarities and differences between Chicago & Seattle hoops. Tap in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week’s episode, Isaiah Thomas and C.J. Toledano check in from Boston as Isaiah receives a legacy award from The Sports Museum. They discuss: Isaiah's fondest memories from his time in Boston, Nico Harrison’s Dallas dismissal, Steph Curry parting ways with Under Armour, how NBA players land “player exclusive” shoes & the universal struggles of the SNKRS app.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Isaiah Thomas and C.J. Toledano unpack the passing of Lenny Wilkens and his stature within the greater Seattle area, the state of Isaiah's NBA comeback pursuit, Cade Cunningham propelling the surging Detroit Pistons, Myles Turner's rocky relationship with Indiana Pacers fans, and an eye-popping Deandre Hunter's ankle breaker on Josh Giddey that we won't soon forget. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the debut episode of the new season, Isaiah Thomas and C.J. Toledano discuss Isaiah's foray into podcasting while maintaining his role as father and hooper; Victor Wembanyama's ascension that pushed the San Antonio Spurs to a franchise-record 5-0 start; Ja Morant's contentious one-game suspension for conduct detrimental to the Memphis Grizzlies; new faces in the league, including Cooper Flagg and V.J. Edgecombe, and what exactly went wrong with Jaylen Brown's revamped hairstyle.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

C.J. and John discuss the Celtics winning the NBA Finals, Jaylen Brown vs Jayson Tatum for MVP and how they stack up against the best teams of the past 5 years. They talk NBA Draft, who is Reed Sheppard's NBA comp, and John gives advice to the guys on Draft Night. Plus, and incredible interview with new Kentucky Head Basketball Coach Mark Pope about what makes UK and BBN so special, his expectations for the team this season, and when John will be back on campus! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.