Best Patty Murrays Podcasts (2025)

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14 Could Bolder Plans Re-Build Our Confidence in West Coast Cities? With Nolan Lienhart 58:49

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7d ago58:49

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Portland was once a darling of American urban planning. Then came the protests, the pandemic, and the pundit pile-on. Is the city really in free fall—or just between chapters? In this episode, we sit down with Nolan Lienhart, a principal at ZGF Architects and a leading voice in West Coast urban design. Based in Portland, Nolan offers a firsthand lo…

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Exit Interviews 24-25: Harden, Dunn, Patty, and Cam 55:59

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Rob and Shap return to resume their Exit Interview Series, but first start talking about Shai Gilgeous-Alexander winning MVP and the feelings it gives the guys after all Shai's history with the Clippers. Then, the guys talk about other guards, including MVP vote getting James Harden, defensive ace Kris Dunn, vibes guy Patty Mills, and shooter Cam C…

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13 What if National Service Jump Started the West Coast Workforce? With Nicole Trimble 43:17

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What if service wasn’t just about giving back—but about moving forward? Nicole Trimble has spent decades championing national service and workforce development—from helping launch AmeriCorps in the 1990s to reshaping how companies invest in their frontline employees. In this conversation, she makes a bold case for why the West Coast needs to double…

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12 What if the Resistance was Funny? With Mark Fiore 49:17

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Is satire still effective when reality becomes a cartoon? Pulitzer-winning cartoonist Mark Fiore joins Pacific Time to talk buffoonery, burnout, and drawing the line on tyranny. Pulitzer Prize–winning cartoonist Mark Fiore joins Pacific Time to talk about the absurdity of American politics, the moral range of satire, and why cartoonists are often t…

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Exit Interviews 24-25: KPJ, Bones, Mo Bamba, Kai, and Terance Mann 56:45

21d ago56:45

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Shap and Rob get together again to start their Exit Interview Series, first with the players this season who are no longer Clippers. What went wrong at backup center to start the year? Was KPJ ever the answer? How much of Bones Hyland's potential did the team squander? And how did Terance get to the point where he became an afterthought?…

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11 What if Silicon Valley and Democracy Got Back Together? With Margaret O'Mara 46:50

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Silicon Valley used to dream of liberation. Now some of its loudest voices are cozying up to Trump and talking like monarchists. What happened? Is oligarchy the bug in our tech-friendly society we didn't anticipate and need to stem? Once upon a time, Silicon Valley stood for idealism: personal freedom, creative rebellion, and maybe even the most fu…

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Clippers Season Ends in a Blowout in Denver 1:13:37

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Lucas, Rob, and Shap get together after a disappointing end to what was an extremely exhilirating season. The guys talk about what went wrong, how the roster managed to hold together so long for such a great regular season, what let them down in the playoffs, and what comes next for a team with such few avenues to get better.…

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Stars Carry Clippers to Push Series to a Game 7 53:02

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Shap, Justin (@LAClippersFilm), and Cole (@colehoops) talk about the Clippers taking a must win Game 6 and heading back to Denver with the series on the line. The guys hand out medals, talk about the big Nico Batum rotation change, what to expect from this huge Game 7, and predictions for how this series wraps up.…

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10 What if Blue Cities Got it Together? With Sandeep Kaushik 58:00

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Blue cities are struggling—and it’s not MAGA’s fault. What if Seattle, San Francisco, and LA became models of good governance? Blue cities helped shape modern America. But they’ve been having a hard time—with homelessness, affordability, public safety, and internal political warfare. In this episode, political consultant and Blue City Blues co-host…

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Murray Buries Clippers, Nuggets Take 3-2 Lead 1:08:08

1M ago1:08:08

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Lucas and Shap get together after a disheartening 131-115 loss to the Denver Nuggets, in a game that the Clippers never came particularly close in. The guys dissect what went wrong in this game, what went right for Denver, the issues with the stars, adjustments for Game 6, and what the feeling is with this series after the Nuggets took control thes…

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Clippers - Nuggets Head Back to Denver, with Matt Moore 40:05

1M ago40:05

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Matt Moore (@HPBasketball) joins Lucas Hann to discuss the Clippers and Nuggets being tied 2-2: non-existent controversies, why Matt thinks the Clippers will win the series, and what to look for in Game 5.By Lucas Hann

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Clippers Lose at Buzzer to Nuggets in Game 4 1:21:33

1M ago1:21:33

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Rob and Lucas discuss the Clippers' heartbreaking loss to the Nuggets in Game 4 at home, tying the series at 2-2 heading back to Denver. They go over the ins and outs of the game, debate the importance of the 4th quarter run that nearly stole the game for the Clippers, and lament the unfortunate "make or miss" elements of the game of basketball - a…

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Clippers Dominate Nuggets at Intuit, Take 2-1 Lead 49:34

1M ago49:34

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Shap, Justin (@LAClippersFilm), and Cole (@colehoops) get together to talk about the first playoff game at Intuit Dome, and it was a huge one. Clippers won 117-83 in a blowout W against the Nuggets, and it left the crew wondering what the Nuggets could throw at the Clippers next. They talk about medals, the solid Clippers all through the roster, wa…

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Breaking down Clippers-Nuggets with Ryan Blackburn 1:07:32

1M ago1:07:32

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Ryan Blackburn of Mile High Sports and Locked On Nuggets joins Lucas and Rob to discuss the Clippers-Nuggets series so far and adjustments going forward.By Lucas Hann

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09 Will California Bring the Unsexy Back? With Dan Walters 47:20

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California pays more and receives less and less from DC. Could independence—or just grown-up governance—fix this imbalance? Summary: California's relationship with the federal government is reaching a critical juncture. Esteemed political journalist Dan Walters joins Greg to discuss CalExit, the growing frustration with federal tax inequities, and …

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Kawhi Sinks Nuggets, Clippers Head Back to Intuit 1-1 1:01:17

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Kawhi Leonard is still that dude. Lucas, Shap, and Cole (@colehoops) talk about a great game, featuring Kawhi dropping a cool 39 points with clinching offensive and defensive plays. The guys talk medals, the rotation adjustments, what to expect going to LA, and hype now that LA has Home Court Advantage heading for their first game at the Intuit Dom…

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Clippers Get Out Hustled in Denver, 112-110 to Go Down 0-1 59:36

2M ago59:36

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Lucas, Rob, and Shap get together to talk about a brutal Game 1 loss in Dever, 112-110. The Clippers got up 15 in the first half, had most of the lead chipped away in the 2nd quarter, and couldn't keep momentum to hang on after losing a handful of 50 50 balls and turning it over all game. The guys talk about the pros, the negatives starting with Ka…

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Clippers - Nuggets Series Preview with Adam Mares 1:01:06

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Adam Mares from the All NBA Podcast with Tim Legler and the DNVR Denver Nuggets podcast joins Lucas and Rob to break down the upcoming playoff series between the Nuggets and the LA Clippers.By Lucas Hann

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08 Leave America and Discover Ecotopia? (Solo) 21:33

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Can the West Coast outgrow America? Greg explores Ecotopia, sovereignty, and the future of freedom—solo. In this episode of Pacific Time, host Greg Amrofell trades guests for green tea, a dog-eared novel, and a mic, inviting listeners on a hike through political despair, ecological design, and West Coast sovereignty. The guidebook? A 1975 cult clas…

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Clippers vs. Nuggets Series Preview Part 1 1:28:47

2M ago1:28:47

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Shap, Cole (@colehoops), and Justin (@LAClippersFilm) chat all things Nuggets vs. Clippers, focusing a bit more on the Clippers side in our Part 1, with more perspective from the Nuggets end in our Part 2 coming up. The guys talk about offensive and defensive sides for the Clippers, the benches, X-factors, and close with predictions. Playoff basket…

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Clippers Clinch 5th with 50th W over Warriors 58:00

2M ago58:00

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Lucas and Shap get together to talk about an absolutely awesome game of basketball, with the Clippers beating the Warriors 124-119 in OT on the road. The guys talk about the win, hand out some medals, talk a bit about the Denver matchup, and spend a moment recapping an incredibly surprising Clippers season.…

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The Clippers are Rolling at the Right Time 1:07:19

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Lucas, Rob, and Shap get together to talk about the LA Clippers and how they simply can't stop winning. The guys talk about how the stars at the top have made all the differences, while also looking at the solid contributions from most of the role players during this great stretch. They close taking a look at the standings, and talk about matchup p…

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07 A West Coast Wake-up Call as the US Scrambles the World Order? With John Zysman 41:32

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In the face of chaotic US economic policy, how can the West Coast insulate itself and cultivate cooperation across borders and build global leadership? In this episode of Pacific Time, UC Berkeley political scientist and global economic expert John Zysman joins Greg Amrofell to unpack how U.S. trade and technology policy are unraveling—and what tha…

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Clippers Handle the Pels, the Dunn Conundrum, Norm vs Bogi 48:56

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Shap and Justin (@LAClippersFilm) chat about another Clippers win, this time against those pesky Pelicans without most of their rotation. The guys hand out a ton of medals from the Clippers recent solid stretch, talk about Kris Dunn's tenuous role as a starter, and Bogi's ascension vs. Norm's rough recent play since coming back from injury.…

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06 If American Healthcare Is Broken, What Can The West Coast Do? With Mike Hanlon 44:18

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Is the U.S. Healthcare System Beyond Repair? Mike Hanlon Explains How the West Coast Could Lead a Revolution Mike Hanlon knows healthcare in America is broken. As a health economist, tech entrepreneur, and former early-stage Amazon employee, he's seen firsthand how complex systems can either hinder or help innovation. Mike joins Greg Amrofell on Pa…

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05 What If Nature Defined Our Borders in the Cascadia Bioregion? With Yogi Uriah 35:54

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Bioregionalism envisions borders set by the natural environment and there’s a grassroots movement for it that envisions carving “Cascadia” out of the Pacific Northwest wilderness. In this episode of Pacific Time, host Greg Amrofell talks with Yogi Uriah, a passionate grassroots organizer and leader with the Cascadia Department of Bioregion. Yogi el…

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Clippers Tread Water in Playoff Race 53:08

2M ago53:08

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Lucas and Rob discuss the Clippers' wins over Cleveland and Memphis and the tough loss to Oklahoma City, as LAC stays in the thick of a densely packed Western Conference playoff race.By Lucas Hann

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04 Is California Ready for Independence? With Marcus Ruiz Evans 38:17

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Is California ready for independence? The CalExit movement is making the case again and it's stronger Marcus Ruiz Evans has a bold vision for California. As the founder of CalExit, he's spent over a decade exploring and advocating for California's independence. Marcus and Greg discuss why California could—and perhaps should—be its own nation. Marcu…

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Clips Blow Out a Couple Bad Teams, Norm Returns 52:24

3M ago52:24

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Lucas, Rob, and Shap get together to discuss the Clippers blowing out the Hornets and Hawks by pretty similar scores over the weekend. With the team trending in the right direction, are the vibes shifting once again with this squad, in maybe a way that's better than where they were around Kawhi Leonard's mysterious injury spell last year? Who gets …

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Bogi's 30 Carry Clippers Over Heat 49:17

3M ago49:17

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Lucas and Rob break down the Clippers' win over the Miami Heat and their loss to the New Orleans Pelicans as the march towards the postseason continues.By Lucas Hann

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03 What if the West Coast Reclaimed its Federal Taxes? With Julie Dingley 47:37

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What if the West Coast reclaimed its federal tax dollars? National and local budget veteran Julie Dingley explores how local control could position the West Coast to address its own challenges. Julie is the former Seattle Budget Director and a veteran of the White House OMB under Presidents Obama and Trump. She joins host Greg Amrofell to explore t…

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Kawhi Wins It at the Buzzer and the Clips 3 Game Win Streak 55:39

3M ago55:39

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Shap and Justin (@LAClippersFilm) get together and talk about a Kawhi shot that will be remembered for a very long time. The guys then talk about the Clippers 3 game win streak, some important trends noted including the emergence of key role players, guys that may be downtrending, James Harden's brilliance, and what has been going on as the Clipper…

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02 How Can the West Coast Redesign Itself? With Mickey McManus 34:24

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Can the West Coast really go it alone or do we need help? How could the West Coast best make it on its own? In this thought-provoking episode of Pacific Time, we start to explore the radical question: What if the West Coast was independent? Guest Mickey McManus—a visionary in AI, bioengineering, and systems innovation—challenges that premise with a…

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Clips Drop a Couple Close Ones vs. Lakers 47:42

3M ago47:42

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Shap and Lucas get together after a couple of losses to the Luka Lakers. Norm came back, well, for a few minutes before leaving with a hamstring injury, Ben Simmons/Derrick Jones Jr. were both out for the Clippers, and they couldn't deal with the star power of LeBron James and Luka even while the Lakers were also dealing with injuries. Now, the Cli…

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Clippers Barely Snap Skid Against Bulls 51:10

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Rob and Shap get together to talk about how the Clippers finally ended their losing streak against the Bulls, in a not particularly impressive fashion. The guys also talk about what we've learned about the rotation without Norman Powell, and how Bogi and Ben Simmons look together. How does Kawhi look? Who loses minutes? The Lakers await.…

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Clips with Ws Into the Break, Simmons Shines with Adam Ausland 1:03:34

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Rob and Shap are joined by the hardest working man in Clipper media, Adam Ausland (@followAdamA) to talk about wins the Clippers had over the Grizzlies and Jazz, as well as the very impressive debut of Ben Simmons. The guys hand out medals and then zoom out to how Simmons and Bogdan Bogdanovic will affect this Clipper rotation that features nothing…

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01 Reclaiming Democracy: The Case for West Coast Independence 21:30

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The constitutional crisis we feared is here and the United States is facing an unprecedented moment of democratic erosion. What does this mean for the 50 million people who call the West Coast home? If we believe in American values, is it time to abandon the dream of a united country from sea to shining sea? In this first full episode of Pacific Ti…

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On Ben Simmons - With Lucas Kaplan of NetsDaily 25:51

4M ago25:51

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Rob chats with NetsDaily writer and Swish Theory contributor Lucas Kaplan about Ben Simmons - who he is as a player, his fit on the Clippers, and how much he can contribute in the year 2025.By Lucas Hann

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Clips Ease by the Jazz, Add Ben Simmons 1:14:33

4M ago1:14:33

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Rob, Shap, and Justin Russo (@FlyByKnite) get together to talk through a very ho hum Clippers win over a depleted Jazz team, 130-110, before diving deep into new additions Bogan Bogdanovic and Ben Simmons. How will those two have ripple effects through the rotation, and what will they bring to this Clipper team that could badly use their strengths?…

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Clips Ran Ragged vs. Pacers and a Busy Trade Deadline 54:38

4M ago54:38

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Clippers bad play continues, losing 119-112 to the Indiana Pacers in a game devoid of particularly standout performances. After recapping the loss, the guys talk about the trade deadline, headline by Bogdan Bogdanovic and three 2nds coming to the Clips and fan favorite Terance Mann, along with Bones Hyland going to Atlanta. Kevin Porter Jr. also go…

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Clippers add Drew Eubanks in cost-cutting trade 56:40

4M ago56:40

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Lucas and Rob discuss the news that the Clippers have added Drew Eubanks as their new backup center in a trade with the Utah Jazz. The move saves the team money in the short- and long-term, setting them up for a quiet trade deadline and active buyout market.By Lucas Hann

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Harden Shines vs. Bucks and Andrew Greif on his Video Essays 1:07:14

4M ago1:07:14

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Rob, Shap, and Justin (@LAClippersFilm) talk about this Clipper team and how they continue to impress, not just against the Bucks but the back half of the rotation against the Celtics. The guys hand out medals, talk Terance vs. Dunn, KPJ's improved play, Amir's stronghold in the rotation, DJ's shooting upswing, and who is the most important Clipper…

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Clippers Crush Lakers for 3rd Straight Win 1:04:59

5M ago1:04:59

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Lucas and Rob are joined by Joseph Raya-Ward to discuss the Clippers' big win over the Lakers, their strong play as of late, and the upcoming trade deadline.By Lucas Hann

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00 Trailer: Pacific Time Podcast 2:53

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What if the West Coast could break free from the noise of partisan politics and take charge of its future? What if our values, innovations, and cultural identity shaped a brighter path—one uniquely our own? Coming soon, Pacific Time is a new podcast hosted by Greg Amrofell, a lifelong West Coaster with a relentless curiosity for bold ideas and unta…

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Kawhi Leonard is Back 56:08

5M ago56:08

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Lucas, Rob, and Shap talk about Kawhi Leonard's return in an easy 131-105 win against a tired, injured Hawks team. The guys hand out medals, talk about the road trip that featured a couple losses and a struggle of a win vs. the Pelicans, and talk about a lot of the downhill effects from Kawhi (and Terance Mann) returning to the rotation. Who gets s…

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Clips Finish Successful Road Trip, Hang on Against GSW 50:19

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Lucas, Rob, and Shap get together to talk about a stretch of successful Clipper basketball, with Kawhi Leonard finally being given a return date. Kawhi is scheduled to come back on January 4th, and the guys talk about the expectations for him to finally return to the court. They then turn their attention to an abysmal close against the Warriors, to…

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Happy Homecoming vs. Jazz and Kawhi's Needed Return 34:26

6M ago34:26

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Lucas, Rob, and Shap get together to talk about the last couple of blowouts, a loss in Denver and a huge with vs. the Jazz. The guys give out some medals before looking ahead at these next few daunting games starting with a couple in Dallas, and what Kawhi's return means for a surprising Clippers team that's done well without him. Plus, thoughts on…

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Banged Up Clips Lose at Intuit to Rockets 44:45

6M ago44:45

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Rob and Shap get together to recap the week that was, fresh off a Harden-less Clipper loss to the Rockets, 117-106. The guys talk about the injuries, Bones vs KPJ, the absence of some key wings, and hand out medals from wins earlier in the week.By Lucas Hann

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Clips Slip in MIN, Return Home 12-9 40:55

6M ago40:55

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Rob and Shap get together to recap the week that was, talking about a frustrating loss to the Wolves, an expected blowout loss to the Celtics, and some workman like road Ws against some of the worst teams out East. The guys talk about what they've learned about the team during this Norm-less stretch, how they feel the rotation should be tweaked wit…

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Clips Beat Kings Again, Cap Off 3-0 Week at Intuit 1:12:31

6M ago1:12:31

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Rob, Shap, and Jamal (@JamCristopher) get together to talk about a successful homestand at Intuit, give some medals for some great wins, talk about Jordan Miller and Mo Bamba entering the rotation, the enigma that is Kevin Porter Jr, James Harden, and defense, defense, defense. They close with some discussion about Kendrick Lamar's new record.…