# Kevin Johnson

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Podcast: [Byron Scott's Fast Break](https://stenobird.com/podcast/byron-scott-s-fast-break-6997398)
Published: 2026-03-30T11:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/1468/traffic.megaphone.fm/CSSL2880605506.mp3
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Duration seconds: 4254

## Resource

Kevin Johnson breaks down facing Michael Jordan in the 1993 NBA Finals, the rise of Charles Barkley’s Phoenix Suns, and how one of the most explosive point guards of the 90s helped shape an era—and later helped save the Sacramento Kings. Kevin Johnson joins Byron Scott to revisit the Suns’ 1993 Finals run against Michael Jordan and the Bulls, sharing what it was like competing at the highest level and how Charles Barkley’s arrival elevated Phoenix into a true contender. From playoff battles against Magic Johnson and the Lakers to being one of the most underrated point guards of his era, KJ gives a firsthand look at 90s NBA competition. Beyond basketball, he reflects on his journey from Sacramento to the NBA, being drafted by Cleveland, choosing hoops over baseball, and ultimately stepping into leadership off the court to help keep the Sacramento Kings in the city. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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