Road Trippin: Richard Vs. Channing

The Road Trippin' Show is running back to Richard, Channing & Allie's most revealing convo with LeBron, recorded just after his 4th championship. In 2020, LeBron reveals the emotional toll of Kyrie Irving's Finals comments, the shocking reality of Anthony Davis' black-and-blue foot injury in the Bubble, and why 2020 teammates got robbed of the full championship experience. Plus: the Team LeBron x Luca Doncic deal that almost happened and why home court advantage would've changed Game 6 of the 2016 Finals.(This episode originally aired December 2020)Watch on YouTube: TBDCHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Holiday Intro

In this special holiday edition of The Road Trippin' Show, the crew recaps the WILDEST moments of 2025! RJ settles the Draymond vs Kenyon Martin beef once and for all after playing with BOTH, Perk drops MAJOR insider intel on what CP3 REALLY did to get sent home by the Clippers. Plus, the crew breaks down Marcus Morris' casino arrest, reacts to Giannis slapping his Greek teammate, and delivers a HEATED rant on everything wrong with American youth basketball! Happy 2026 Road Trippin' fam!!!

In this special CHRISTMAS DAY edition of The Road Trippin’ Show, Channing Frye absolutely DESTROYS the Cleveland Cavaliers calling them "SPOILED" while RJ tries (and fails) to stay diplomatic. Plus, Perk shares a story about Russell Westbrook playing on a torn meniscus on Christmas Day and RJ reflects on his legendary dunk over Klay Thompson in the greatest Christmas game EVER. The crew also reveals what they'd give needy NBA teams for Christmas, and answers YOUR questions!Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/VfTxJ7829UsCHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Intro & Cheers

In this edition of The Road Trippin’ Show, Channing and RJ break down Draymond Green’s heated blow-up with Steve Kerr and why walking to the locker room mid-game crosses a line. Perk declares Dillon Brooks vs LeBron the best individual rivalry in sports, and the crew defends Jalen Brunson against foul baiting critics. Plus, Perk calls out Coach Finch for complaining about OKC’s physicality, the crew celebrates Kon Knueppel’s record-breaking start in Charlotte, and KD’s hygiene confession sparks the most unhinged debate of the year with RJ siding with KD while Perk and Channing are disgusted.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MkdbwBwBHLACHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Intro & Cheers

In this episode of the Road Trippin' Show, Josh Hart's post-game celebration goes VIRAL for all the wrong reasons, and the Knicks refuse to hang an NBA Cup banner despite a 53-YEAR championship drought—Perk and Channing clash over whether that's disrespectful or necessary. The crew also debates if today's OKC could actually beat the 2017 Warriors, 2008 Celtics, and 2016 Cavs? Plus, should the Knicks trade for Giannis? (Perk says HELL NO), Cade Cunningham's genius off-grid Colorado trip that's building Detroit's chemistry, the new All-Star format, and Perk FINALLY finishes his insane story about getting choked out in the locker room before a game!Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/GfFfsclUZhgCHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Intro & Cheers

In this LOADED episode of the Road Trippin' Show, the crew is LIVE from Vegas for the NBA Cup Finals! Richard Jefferson, Channing Frye & Kendrick Perkins break down Wemby's DOMINANT return that ended OKC's 16-game win streak and debate whether Spurs-Thunder is a real rivalry. Perk goes OFF defending OKC against the refs and declares KAT the best shooting big EVER—Channing says ABSOLUTELY NOT! The crew then battles over whether SGA should chase 73-9 or focus on championships, and Perk calls out "ring culture" for ruining how we view greatness. Allie flies in straight from hosting Lakers-Suns, JR Smith CRASHES the set, and they rate OKC's drip. Plus, Perk tells a WILD story about Michael Olowokandi CHOKING him out as a rookie!Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SF7SSwoZgpYCHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Cold Open & Cheers from Vegas

In this fiery episode of the Road Trippin' Show, Perk doesn't hold back—calling Giannis a 'COWARD' for not publicly demanding a trade! RJ fires back defending the Bucks & GIannis in one of the most heated debates we've had. The crew also breaks down the NBA Cup semifinals matchups (OKC vs Spurs, Knicks vs Magic), tears apart the Lakers' defense after getting cooked by San Antonio, and reacts to Adam Silver wanting to bring REAL defense back to the league. Plus, they dive into the Isaiah Thomas viral clip about Kevin Durant "saving" the Warriors' legacy, Gilbert Arenas wanting coaches back in suits, The Athletic's best front offices ranking, and RJ brings out Lil Kev memorabilia for a legendary throwback moment!

In this wild episode of the Road Trippin' Show, RJ, Channing, Allie & Perk dive DEEP into the untold rules of NBA culture with Perk sharing a story of a fan confronting him about the n-word on podcasts and reveals what REALLY happened when Doc Rivers tried to tell the 2008 Celtics to clean up their language before season ticket holders rode the plane. The crew also debates if Desmond Bain is a lowkey troll after launching a basketball at OG Anunoby's head, whether the Morris Twins are tripping for refusing to snitch on each other's scouting reports, if Rich Paul saying the Lakers aren't contenders is fair or not and agrees that OKC is going... 80-2! and breaking the Warriors' 73-9 record! They also break down Grayson Allen's viral "vacation" travel, explain why Derrick Queen could be on the Olympic team, and have a REAL conversation about why $100M isn't enough for a lifetime.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/H0b9PIbRa9ACHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Cold Open00:00:50 - Intro & Cheers

In this explosive episode of the Road Trippin' Show, RJ, Perk, Channing, Devin & Allie debate Perk's insider intel on what Chris Paul REALLY did to get sent home by the Clippers at 3AM. Plus, the crew debates Giannis' best landing spots (Knicks? Spurs? Raptors?!). They also tackle LeBron's 21-year All-NBA streak being in danger, have a HEATED debate about missing Game 7 of the Finals for childbirth, break down Ace Bailey's revolutionary footwork, and Channing delivers his most frustrated Cavs rant yet!Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/zu2nhGUsJxwCHAPTERS:00:00:52 - Intro & Cheers

In this episode of the Road Trippin' Show, RJ, Perk, Channing & Allie tackle Perk's most explosive take yet—declaring Kawhi Leonard the WORST free agent signing in NBA HISTORY, debate whether Cooper Flagg (who just became the youngest player ever to score 35, breaking LeBron's record) can sustain his historic pace, dissect Jeff Teague's controversial claim that Donovan Mitchell is "just as good" as prime D-Wade and whether Finals MVPs trump regular season stats. Plus, Paul Pierce and Danny Green spark outrage saying Michael Jordan had a "limited bag" compared to SGA, Rondo and Rick Pitino declare the traditional point guard DEAD, Kevin Durant's case as the greatest scorer of all time, and BREAKING NEWS—Giannis deletes Bucks content from his socials—will Giannis finish the season in Milwaukee?!Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FGUk0jrtbH4CHAPTERS:00:00:56 - Intro &

In this special Thanksgiving edition of the Road Trippin' Show, RJ, Perk, Channing & Allie share their Mount Rushmore of Thanksgiving foods, debate yams with marshmallows, store-bought desserts, and Christmas music during Thanksgiving. Then things take an emotional turn when Channing opens up about his parents passing away and how Thanksgiving became difficult to celebrate, with RJ reflecting on being there when Channing's dad passed while they were teammates, and Perk honors the late Rodney Rogers while reminding everyone to be grateful for what matters most.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sQ9HaauBcco00:00:00 - Intro & Mount Rushmore of Thanksgiving Foods00:10:50 - Pies, Store-Bought Desserts & Christmas Music - Yes or No?00:15:14 - Yams with or without Marshmallows?00:19:18 - Describing Yourself as a Thanksgiving Dish00:25:09 - Leftovers, Perk's Private Turkey & Thanksgiving Traditions00:27:03 - Channing's Parents & Brotherhood

In this episode of the Road Trippin' Show, RJ, Perk, Channing & Allie celebrate Channing's Arizona Sports Hall of Fame induction, break down the heated beef between Draymond Green and Kenyon Martin, discuss the shocking Toronto Raptors' 13-5 start, Perk being right about them (and Bill Simmons admitting defeat). Plus, Miami Heat's success under Spoelstra, Detroit Pistons' 13-game win streak and Cade Cunningham's MVP-caliber play, Portland Trail Blazers advancing in the NBA Cup after RJ called them "chum in the water," and Chris Paul's retirement announcement!Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6qJqOrLxJik00:00:00 - Intro &

In this episode of the Road Trippin' Show, RJ, Perk, Devin Harris & Allie break down the controversial Knicks-Mavs ending with RJ explaining the blown call, Perk's BOMBSHELL that the Pistons(?) and 76ers WANT Anthony Davis, why the Mavericks are becoming the "most EMBARRASSING" situation in sports, RJ's WILD take that Jokic is worth KD + Sengun combined, LeBron's smiling return, parenting competitive PSYCHOS (RJ's son cried after losing), and whether OKC should chase 70 wins.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/aqdLiiYYi_400:00:00 - Intro &

In this week’s episode of Road Trippin', RJ, Perk, Channing & Allie discuss the Pelicans firing Willie Green with Perk calling Zion a “culture killer,” the Detroit Pistons’ viral “Nasty Boys” declaration and 10-game win streak, Trae Young trade rumors, Cade Cunningham’s Nike signature shoe deal, Draymond admitting he vetoed the Warriors’ Lauri Markkanen trade, and the MVP race between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jokic, and Luka.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/zaI8RVJ3IyQChapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:01:25 - RJ Claims He’s a TOP 50 All-Time ATHLETE00:07:15 - Pelicans FIRE Willie Green After 2-10 Disaster00:17:02 - Trae Young TRADE BUZZ: Atlanta’s Dilemma00:24:07 - Cade’s MASSIVE Nike Signature Shoe Deal00:28:34 - Steph Curry & Under Armour SPLIT00:32:33 - Detroit’s “NASTY BOYS” Declaration00:38:22 - Channing vs Perk 1-on-1??00:40:15 - LeBron’s Return & MVP Race00:50:11 - NBA Players FIGHT BACK Against Second Apron00:55:45 - Draymond ADMITS He VETOED Warriors’ Lauri TradeFollow The Road Trippin' Show

In this week’s episode of Road Trippin’, Richard Jefferson, Kendrick Perkins & Allie Clifton break down Jokic’s 55-point masterclass and Ty Lue’s controversial gameplan, OKC’s historic 12-1 start and why nobody can beat them, and Perk’s explosive take on Pelicans organizational dysfunction. Plus: defending Klay Thompson from personal attacks, the new USA vs World All-Star format, and emotional retirement stories.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DIWhhLeoXh4Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:01:47 - Jokic Drops 55 & Ty Lue’s Gameplan00:10:41 - Can Anyone Beat OKC?00:22:00 - Pelicans Organizational Dysfunction00:33:32 - Defending Klay Thompson00:38:09 - Warriors & Draymond’s Impact00:50:12 - All-Star Format Debate00:58:48 - Retirement StoriesFollow The Road Trippin' Show on socials:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/roadtrippin/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@roadtrippinpodX - https://x.com/roadtrippinpodWatch The Richard Show: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRichardShowFollow Richard - https://www.instag

In this week’s episode of Road Trippin’, Richard Jefferson, Channing Frye & Kendrick Perkins break down Dallas firing GM Nico Harrison after the Luka trade disaster, Perk’s epic Cavaliers rant, and Detroit’s shocking 9-2 start. The crew also debate LeBron’s return and fit with the 8-2 Lakers, Cade Cunningham’s historic 45-shot triple-double, and whether the Morris Twins could beat the Jokic brothers in a boxing match.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7pKwtMurArcChapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:01:00 - Perk’s Birthday00:02:21 - BREAKING: Mavs FIRE Nico Harrison00:15:06 - Heat Upset Cavs, Perk Goes OFF on Cleveland00:22:15 - Detroit’s HOT Start & Cade’s 45 Shots00:28:11 - LeBron’s Impending Lakers Return00:40:59 - The Richard Show Announcement00:46:02 - Morris Twins vs Jokic Brothers Boxing Debate00:52:55 - Teams Thriving After Trading Stars00:55:15 - Game PredictionsFollow The Road Trippin' Show on socials:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/roadtrippin/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@roadtrippinpodX -

In this week's episode of The Road Trippin' Show, Richard Jefferson, Channing Frye & Kendrick Perkins break down Tony Allen's arrest details, JJ Redick's masterful coaching and Wemby's growing pains. The crew also debate Westbrook's Top 5 point guard legacy, Jalen Brown's latest hair dye incident, and Richard's passionate plea to Adam Silver to fix the NBA League Pass app.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0GBZDGEVs-sChapters:00:00:00 - Intro & Public Schools Raised Allie00:03:39 - Tony Allen Arrest Statement & Support00:10:53 - Lakers Beat Spurs00:14:51 - JJ Redick Coaching Masterclass00:17:01 - Luka Having Fun00:20:10 - Wemby's Growing Pains00:24:06 - OKC's First Loss00:27:14 - SGA MVP Mentality00:31:12 - Richard's NBA League Pass RANT00:36:01 - Joel Embiid Getting in the Way?00:38:26 - Cleveland the Utah of the East (FRAUDS)?00:39:52 - Westbrook Makes History00:42:20 - Top 3 Point Guards Right Now?00:47:27 - Jalen Brown's Latest Hair Dye Disaster00:50:37 - Perk's Hair Dye Pillow Story + Ad

In this week’s episode of The Road Trippin's Show, RJ, Perk, and Channing break down Ja Morant’s “lost joy,” the Grizzlies’ locker‑room rift, and whether Memphis should split up. RJ explains the Celtics–Jazz no‑call on Jaylen Brown, Perk crowns the Bucks’ early surge, and “Tuesday Trash Day” hits the Nets and Pelicans. Plus: Pistons ceiling and Cade’s co-star problem, the surging Lakers, and how Kyrie’s return will impact Cooper Flagg’s development.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jRNpUvK5RjcChapters:0:00 - Intro2:07 - Ja Morant Drama: Grizzlies Coach Calls Out Leadership2:49 - "I Lost My Joy" - Ja's Emotional Press Conference7:00 - Channing: "I Could Kick (More) In" - Ja Shooting 13% from 312:27 - Perk: "This Relationship Is OVER" with Memphis13:59 - Detroit Pistons 5-2: Eastern Conference Finals?14:31 - Can Cade Cunningham Win Without No. 2?20:09 - Giannis Game Winner & MVP Case21:30 - Bucks Finding Identity + Ryan Rollins Emergence24:54 - Tuesday Trash Day: Nets & Pelicans Struggles28:10 - "Nets

In this week’s episode of The Road Trippin's Show, Richard Jefferson, Channing Frye & Devin Harris debate Austin Reaves’ breakout week – is he better than Tyler Hero? The crew also breaks down Giannis’ controversial gather move, Amare’s comments on Carmelo changing the Knicks’ flow, Jeff Teague’s wild Hawks take, and RJ fires back at Michael Jordan’s load management discussion. Plus, Devin shares the veteran advice RJ gave him that changed his career.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CNMkqcdikugChapters:0:00 - Intro1:30 - Austin Reeves 28 & 16: Career Night Discussion3:00 - "You Can F***ing Play" - Reeves as Third Option4:50 - Managing the Game: LeBron & Luka's Rest Strategy6:20 - Austin Reeves 73 Point High School Game Story8:00 - Devin Harris Career High Assists Story with RJ10:30 - Game Predictions Review & Cavs-Celtics Analysis12:00 - Darius Garland & Donovan Mitchell Fit Discussion14:00 - Tonight's Games: Spurs vs Heat Preview14:50 - Miami Heat Always Mid or Better Discussion16:15 -

In this episode of Road Trippin’, Kendrick Perkins addresses his viral Ja Morant controversy and makes his boldest prediction yet: Victor Wembanyama will be in the GOAT conversation with Michael Jordan and LeBron James. Things get heated when Richard Jefferson and Perk debate whether LaMelo Ball needs to escape Charlotte for a big market, plus Week 1 winners, Austin Reeves All-Star potential, and the search for the next great American NBA superstar.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FcONMZjlvq4Chapters:0:00 - Intro2:00 - Perk CLEARS THE AIR on Ja Morant Beef6:00 - "I Was the Mayor of Memphis" - Perk's on Influence8:10 - Ja Morant Doesn't Want to Be Face of the League10:50 - Who Will Be the Next NBA Face?13:30 - Multiple Faces of the League Era16:00 - Victor Wembanyama Wants ALL the Smoke19:05 - Road Running Week 1: Giannis vs Wembanyama23:20 - Wembanyama GOAT Conversation: "MJ, LeBron, Wemby"30:00 - Where Does De'Aaron Fox Fit With Spurs?33:55 - Austin Reeves Averaging 35: All-Star Bound?36:00 - LaMelo Ball's