Road Trippin’

Road Trippin’

Real players. Real stories. Real basketball. Richard Jefferson, Channing Frye, Kendrick Perkins and Allie Clifton deliver unfiltered conversations and championship insights only teammates can share. The longest-running player podcast still going!

Episodes

July 14, 2025 65 mins

The Road Trippin’ crew goes live from NBA Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center as Richard Jefferson, Channing Frye, and Allie Clifton debate whether LeBron James should return to Cleveland for one final championship run and break down Cooper Flagg’s impressive Summer League debut. The guys also share never-before-told Summer League fight stories, feelings on the NBA’s massive contract extensions, why the Warriors ...

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On this edition of Road Trippin', Richard Jefferson, Kendrick Perkins, Channing Frye and Allie Clifton talk the most expensive Summer League tickets ever for Cooper Flagg vs Bronny James, predicts why JJ Redick will lose his mind coaching Deandre Ayton with the Lakers, and dives into Bradley Beal's $100+ million buyout disaster. Plus, Kendrick Perkins GOES OFF on former Pelicans GM Dell Demps for destroying the end of his ...

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On this edition of Road Trippin’s Perk Unplugged, Kendrick Perkins breaks down why Giannis is STAYING in Milwaukee after the Miles Turner trade, exposes the Lakers’ power shift with new ownership choosing Luka over LeBron, and puts Joel Embiid and Paul George on notice for a make-or-break season in Philly. Perk also sounds off on Deandre Ayton’s last chance with the Lakers, Mike Brown taking over the Knicks, and why Jaren ...

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On this edition of Road Trippin', Richard Jefferson, Kendrick Perkins, Channing Frye and Allie Clifton talk LeBron and Rich Paul's unnecessary comments about the Lakers' future, debate which teams won free agency, and dismantle Kevin Durant's take that small guards are doomed in today's NBA. The crew also dives into how the new salary cap rules are forcing players like SGA to leave money on the table and whether the league...

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Kendrick Perkins couldn't wait to GO OFF on Perk Unplugged! Perk covers why Bill Simmons should stop gatekeeping NBA discourse, and takes a good hard look at Ace Bailey and the people who surround him.


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The Road Trippin' crew celebrates the OKC's championship while breaking down the devastating news of Tyrese Haliburton's achilles injury in the playoffs. Perk, Richard Jefferson, and Channing Frye get into a heated debate about whether SGA is now the best player in basketball and react to the blockbuster Kevin Durant trade to Houston. Plus, they discuss the concerning rise in Achilles injuries across the league and preview...

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Kendrick Perkins breaks down Kevin Durant's blockbuster trade to Houston, calling it the perfect move that makes the Rockets legitimate title contenders. Perk also gives his Game 7 prediction for Thunder vs Pacers, defends ring culture in the NBA, and explains why Caitlin Clark is the most powerful woman in basketball. Plus, Perk calls out Dwyane Wade's take about the 2010 Finals and gives advice to NBA Draft prospect, Ace...

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The Road Trippin' crew breaks down why OKC will target injured Tyrese Haliburton in tonight's closeout Game 6 of the NBA Finals, with Perk predicting "it's gonna happen tonight." The guys then dive deep into the Memphis Grizzlies' dysfunction, Stephen A. Smith's comments about Memphis' "safety," and why Desmond Bain looked like he got "a breath of fresh air" after his trade to Orlando. Plus, RJ and the crew react to the La...

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Kendrick Perkins sounds OFF after the Desmond Bane trade to Orlando, calling it an overpay and suggesting Memphis should blow it up. Perk also breaks down potential landing spots for Kevin Durant and Giannis, blasts the Knicks coaching search, and shares why he thinks the NBA Finals have been elite basketball despite the ratings.


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After an EPIC comeback in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, The Pacers look to shock the doubters once again in Game 2. How will the Oklahoma City Thunder respond? Plus, we are joined by viral hooper Nkwain Kennedy! He joins Road Trippin' to discuss his journey to the US, how he's captivated the basketball world, and even gets some advice on how to take the next step in his career from Rich and Perk!


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After coaching the Knicks to the Eastern Conference Finals, Tom Thibodeau has been FIRED! Where did he go wrong? Did he deserve to be fired? Who could replace him? Also, has Rick Carlisle outcoached everybody in these playoffs? How will he match his guys up against a dangerous Thunder team in the Finals? We answer all of those questions and more on this edition of Road Trippin'!


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Does Tyrese Haliburton get ranked over Reggie Miller in Pacers history if he wins a ring? Is SGA already the Thunder GOAT over Kevin Durant? Is Jalen Brunson a bigger star in NY than Patrick Ewing? Can Anthony Edwards overtake Kevin Garnett? On this edition of Road Trippin', we settle some all-time franchise debates, discuss the possibility of Kevin Durant joining the Timberwolves, and argue for and against a possible Worl...

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After locking up his first MVP Award, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder look to add more hardware to their resume. Is this the BEST defensive NBA team ever? Is it accurate to criticize Shai for getting to the foul line, and does it even matter? And is there a fundamental problem with how hoopers in the United States are being taught the game? Listen to our takes on this edition of Road Trippin'!


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After Jayson Tatum suffered a torn Achilles in his series against the Knicks, fans hope for a speedy recovery, but what will the Celtics next moves be? And after being eliminated by the Pacers, do Donovan Mitchell and the Cavaliers need more grit to get to the next level in the postseason? Plus, is the first pick in the NBA Draft going to Dallas a coincidence, or does it prove something more about the league? Find out on t...

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Tyrese Haliburton just put his team up 2-0 on the Cavaliers, and wants everyone to know about it. Has he managed to silence the claims that he is overrated? Plus Jimmy Butler and Buddy Hield lead the Warriors to victory after Steph Curry exits with an injury. What does the road ahead look like for Golden State? Join us on this edition of Road Trippin' to hear our takes, stories and predictions!


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After two controversial calls in the final minutes of the Lakers/Timberwolves series and Knicks/Pistons series, we talk about what it is the refs are trained to look at, the reviews at the end of games for a playoff series, and how these calls can alter the outcome of a series on this edition of Road Trippin'. We also dive into Tari Eason's family pushing back on criticism from fans, and speculate if Giannis Antetokounmpo ...

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The Lakers and Clippers evened up their first round matchups, and the buzz around both teams is LOUD! Kawhi Leonard showed everybody he can still be a force, and LeBron and Luka gave the Timberwolves an answer. How will each series play out? Plus, we dive into the Eastern Conference matchups, and add to the dinner bet between Channing and Perk on this edition of Road Trippin!


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With the NBA Playoffs starting, the crew is here to deliver their takes and predictions on every playoff series! Are the Knicks and Pistons going to scuffle? Will Luka's defense be able to hold up? Are the Nuggets looking at a sweep? Will Playoff Jimmy Butler lead the Warriors? Find out our takes on this edition of Road Trippin'!


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The Denver Nuggets shocked the NBA world by firing head coach Michael Malone with just days left in the regular season—and the Road Trippin' crew has thoughts. Kendrick Perkins, Richard Jefferson, Channing Frye, and Allie Clifton dive into what went wrong, the fallout from Calvin Booth's departure, and what this means for Nikola Jokić and the Nuggets’ championship hopes.

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After a stellar performance against the 76ers, where does Giannis Antetokounmpo rank all-time among power forwards? On this edition of Road Trippin', join us as we debate his place among the greats, plus we break down all of the drama in Memphis, and share some stories with Draymond Green that may change your perspective of the Golden State star.


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