The Drive With Carmichael Dave

MILWAUKEE, WI - APRIL 22:  Jabari Parker #12 of the Milwaukee Bucks celebrates after hitting a shot...
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All Of The Money – The Drive – 7/16

Matt George and Scott Marsh fill in for Carmichael Dave. The guys wrap up the weekend before chatting about NBA free agency and looking at the sustainability of the A's success. Howard Beck and Dan Hawkins join the show.
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Carmichael Dave

Are You Frustrated With the Kings’ Lack of Activity?

By Carmichael Dave Tim Maxwell is a blogger for horrific Kings website SactownRoyalty.com, but let’s not hold that against him. Here is the (sort of) latest on the Kings’ cap situation: Only 4 teams have cap space: SAC: $19.5 millionCHI: $17.4 millionATL: $9.8 millionDAL: $7.2 million Players remaining: CapelaSmartParkerHoodNwabaFerrellWallace HarrellCarterKilpatrickAcyNapierHuestis — SactownBabyGiraffe (@TimMaxwell22) July 13, […]
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LAS VEGAS, NV - OCTOBER 08:  Vice president of basketball operations and general manager of the Sac...
Carmichael Dave

CD: Looks Like No Jabari Parker

As Summer League winds down, the restricted free agent market is heating up. Historically not a bastion of activity, the unique cap situation is making things a little bit more interesting. The Kings haven’t had much success in luring anyone here, with their latest attempt being the Zach Lavine offer sheet, immediately matched by the […]
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SAN FRANCISCO, CA - AUGUST 02: Marcus Semien #10 of the Oakland Athletics gets the out of Denard Sp...
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Battle of the Bay – The Drive – 7/13

Kyle Madson, Scott Marsh and Matt George fill in for Carmichael Dave. They break down the state of the Kings, and take a look at the A's and where the organization stands as they head into the Bay Bridge series. Ken Korach and Sean Cunningham join the show.
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OAKLAND, CA - JUNE 29:  Blake Treinen #39 of the Oakland Athletics celebrates after the game agains...
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Hey Now, You’re An All-Star – The Drive – 7/10

Carmichael Dave is in Las Vegas again, and chats about Summer League, the Kings' bright future, and the A's mid-season dilemma. Riley McAtee, Sam Amick and Blake Treinen join the show.
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A’s All-Star Closer Blake Treinen Joins The Drive – 7/10

A's All-Star closer Blake Treinen joins Carmichael Dave and Kyle to discuss the work that went into his bounce-back year, his faith, and the A's stellar first half.
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LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 09:  The Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign is displayed during CES 2018 at...
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Viva Las Vegas – The Drive – 7/9

Carmichael Dave is live in Las Vegas! He and Kyle discuss what the Kings performances in Summer League mean for the team's future, including analysis on Harry Giles, Marvin Bagley and Justin Jackson. Jason March and Kayte Hunter join the show.
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NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 21:  Grayson Allen poses with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver after being drafted ...
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Grayson Allen Hive – The Drive – 7/6

Carmichael Dave and Kyle take a deep dive on Marvin Bagley and the Kings' performance in the California Classic, and have fun with some quirky story lines from around the sports world. Sean Salisbury joins the show.
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ATLANTA, GA - MARCH 11:  Zach LaVine #8 of the Chicago Bulls drives against Taurean Prince #12 of t...
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Hotel Restroom Ethics – The Drive – 7/5

Hour 1 Segment 1: Dave asks an ethics question about hotel bathroom use Segment 2: In the Morning Brew, Dave and Kyle talk about the Kings’ loss to the Warriors in the California Classic, DeMarcus Cousins signing with Golden State, and the A’s sweep of the Padres. Segment 3: Joey Chestnut won his 11th Nathan’s […]
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NEW ORLEANS, LA - FEBRUARY 18:  DeMarcus Cousins #15 of the Sacramento Kings and Kevin Durant #35 o...
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Elephant In The Room – The Drive – 7/3

Carmichael Dave and Kyle talk about the Kings' Summer League win over the Lakers and more NBA free agency moves. Sam Amick and Jason March join the show.
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LAS VEGAS, NV - OCTOBER 08: Harry Giles #20 of the Sacramento Kings pretends as if he is going to d...
Carmichael Dave

Sac Summer League Is Here!!!

The debut of both Harry Giles AND Marvin Bagley! Who else is excited?
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NEW ORLEANS, LA - JANUARY 22: DeMarcus Cousins #0 of the New Orleans Pelicans walks onto the court ...
Carmichael Dave

Demarcus Cousins: Loyalty is….Dubs??

Now that he's signed with the Warriors, its like my buddy chose my sister instead.
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Carmichael Dave

Yes, The Lakers Are Still The Worst….

With the signing of Lebron James, and now the Warriors signing Demarcus Cousins, there seems to be some confusion as to which team you would want to advance to the Finals (provided they were playing each other in the Western Conference Finals). I never thought I’d see the day when Kings fans openly said they’d […]
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CHICAGO, IL - MAY 17:  Earvin "Magic" Johnson, president of basketball operations of the Los Angele...
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The Lakers Are Annoying Again – The Drive – 7/2

Carmichael Dave and Kyle take a long look at the big NBA free agency moves, what LeBron James' move to LA means for the Western Conference, and why the Kings were quiet early in free agency. Kings broadcaster Grant Napear joins the show.
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CLEVELAND, OH - JUNE 08:  LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers speaks to the media with a ca...
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Opting In To The Weekend – The Drive – 6/29

Carmichael Dave and Kyle talk about NBA free agency, the World Cup, and Jameis Winston's suspension. Sean Salisbury, Katie Baker and Marc Stein join the show.
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SAMARA, RUSSIA - JUNE 28:  Radamel Falcao of Colombia celebrates teammate Yerry Mina of Colombia's ...
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GOOOOOOOOOOOOOAL – The Drive – 6/28

Carmichael Dave and Kyle discuss several impending free agency moves in the NBA, the College World Series, the World Cup and the A's possible trade deadline moves. Paul Blackburn, Simon Elliott and Kenny Thomas join the show.
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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - MARCH 23:  DeAndre Jordan #6 of the Los Angeles Clippers shoots the ball against...
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What Gave You That Ikea – The Drive – 6/27

Carmichael Dave and Kyle have an early preview of the Kings how they might be involved in NBA free agency. They also discuss sports hygiene, the NFL Top 100 and the World Cup.
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SACRAMENTO, CA - NOVEMBER 07:  Vince Carter #15 and De'Aaron Fox #5 of the Sacramento Kings complai...
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The Definition Of Dysfunction – The Drive – 6/26

Carmichael Dave and Kyle talk about the NBA Awards and debate some of the choices. They also look at some NBA free agency stuff before chatting with Jay Bilas, Sam Amick and Kayte Hunter.
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SYRACUSE, NY - FEBRUARY 01: ESPN College GameDay hosts (L-R) Digger Phelps and Jay Bilas prior to t...
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Jay Bilas Joins The Drive – 6/26

ESPN basketball analyst Jay Bilas called the Kings' locker room 'dysfunctional.' He joined Carmichael Dave on Tuesday to debate that statement. 
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Jerry Reynolds Joins The Drive – 6/25

Kings legend Jerry Reynolds joins Carmichael Dave to talk about Marvin Bagley and the future of the Kings.
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LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 09:  Garrett Temple #17 of the Sacramento Kings dribbles past Brandon Ing...
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Getting An Uber In Paris – The Drive – 6/25

Carmichael Dave and Kyle talk about cheating at the World Cup, A's and Giants futures, their updated feelings on Marvin Bagley and the NBA draft, and Jay Bilas' comment about the Kings' locker room. Garrett Temple and Jerry Reynolds join the show.
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NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 21:  Marvin Bagley III poses with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver after being draf...
Carmichael Dave

Marvin Bagley Was SICK In High School (In A Good Way)

Check out this video of the newest Sacramento King, Marvin Bagley- in HIGH SCHOOL. Dude was insane (and probably still is) .@MB3FIVE was filthy in high school 😳 pic.twitter.com/VG20yWNndr — Sacramento Kings (@SacramentoKings) June 24, 2018
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NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 21: Marvin Bagley III poses after being drafted second overall by the Sacrament...
Carmichael Dave

CD: The Rap On Marvin Bagley

Yes what a dumb pun. But hey, I’m dumb. We are all getting to know Marvin Bagley, but did you know he dropped a new EP just before the draft? Here’s the first track:
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SOCHI, RUSSIA - JUNE 09: General view of Sochi prior to the start of the FIFA 2018 World Cup on Jun...
Carmichael Dave

CD: Never Forget Landon Donovan

With all the fun of the World Cup going on (especially the calls), I thought it would be a good time to share one of my favorite videos. The US may not be in it this year, but once upon a time they set this country on fire for a few days:
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