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Kevin Johnson | Facing Jordan in 93 Finals, Barkley’s Suns & Saving the Sacramento Kings



Kevin Johnson | Facing Jordan in 93 Finals, Barkley’s Suns & Saving the Sacramento Kings

Kevin Johnson joins Byron Scott on Fast Break to relive the Phoenix Suns’ run to the 1993 NBA Finals, going head-to-head with Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls. KJ breaks down what it was like guarding Jordan on the biggest stage, the arrival of Charles Barkley and how that transformed the Suns into true contenders, and why that era remains one of the most competitive in NBA history. From elite point guard play to playoff battles against the Los Angeles Lakers and Magic Johnson, this is a deep dive into 90s basketball at its peak.

KJ also reflects on his journey from Sacramento standout to NBA All-Star, being drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers before finding his home in Phoenix, and earning respect in an era stacked with legends like Isiah Thomas and John Stockton. He shares stories about dunking on Hakeem Olajuwon, choosing basketball over baseball after being drafted by the Oakland Athletics, and eventually stepping off the court to help save the Sacramento Kings. From NBA rivalries to leadership and legacy, this episode covers it all.

19 Comments

  4. @youngninotube

    B Scott you just dropped another banger!!! As a fan we want to learn more about lakers culture

    Jerry/elgin/wilt
    Pat Riley
    Magic
    Kobe/shaq 99 run
    Etc

    🔥

  6. @DetroitRapOnly

    Bad ahh episode I was born 85 n I remember growing up what kinda dawgggg kj was much luv from 🧤I gotta try your restaurant downtown now thanks for coming n believing n our city 💯❤️🙏

  11. @sumandsubstance7881

    KJ used to cook the showtime Lakers. my man Byron knows all about it because he tried to "guard" KJ and he would just drive by him everytime😂

  17. @sportjames23

    KJ should be in the Hall of Fame. Matter fact, he should've BEEN in the Hall of Fame. Him and Tom Chambers.

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