Return of the Roar Podcast: NBA Draft Rumor Mill / Buddy-Kuzma Trade w/ James Ham

Jul 27, 2021, 1:26 PM | Updated: Sep 7, 2021, 3:32 pm

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Chris & Frankie are joined by NBC Sports Insider, James Ham to discuss what it was like to cover the team during the pandemic. The guys then talk about what the Sacramento Kings are looking to do with their #9 draft pick with the NBA Draft two days away. Rumors swirled over the weekend about a potential trade involving Buddy Hield with the Los Angeles Lakers for forward Kyle Kuzma. Does James believe this is a legitimate option for Sacramento, or is it all just rumors? Is Marvin Bagley III likely to be moved soon? Can the Kings retain Richaun? We sort it all out!

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