Guests Andre Iguodala and Evan Turner join the podcast to discuss topics like how white players get pumped up before NBA games, the changes in the game since they entered the league, Iggy's decision on retiring from the NBA, the best NBA cultures they've experienced, the Jordan Poole situation in Golden State, Evan's assessment of Sam Hinkie and The Process Philadelphia 76ers, the negative impact of the supermax deal, and more.
The podcast explores the changing landscape of the NBA and the challenges players face in embracing their roles on different teams.
The hosts discuss the impact of the Supermax contract in the NBA, highlighting its unintended consequences on player movement and the need for accountability for both players and teams.
Evan Turner shares his bizarre experience of a semi-truck crashing into his swimming pool and reflects on the fortunate outcome and the process of rebuilding and dealing with insurance.
Deep dives
The Importance of Personal Style and Comfort in Fashion
The podcast episode discusses the significance of personal style and comfort, particularly in long studio days. The speaker emphasizes the importance of choosing clothing that offers both comfort and style, using Indochino suits as an example. The episode highlights the new colors, fabrics, and styles offered by Indochino, promoting fall fashion and encouraging listeners to embrace fresh layers in their outfits. The episode also mentions the podcast's sponsor, Nissan, and their wide range of vehicle options for different preferences and lifestyles.
Exploring Working Out and Its Health Benefits
The podcast delves into the positive effects of regular exercise on overall health. It touches on the host's personal experience with working out and the benefits they've witnessed. The episode mentions the host's favorite book on golf and how they enjoy listening to it on Audible. They discuss the wide selection of audio entertainment available on Audible, including books and podcasts. The episode also includes a segment on the upcoming NBA season, highlighting key games and teams to watch.
James Harden's Trade Request and the Supermax Conundrum
The podcast episode explores the impact of the Supermax contract in the NBA and the unintended consequences it has had on player movement. The hosts discuss the recent trade requests from players like James Harden and Damian Lillard, and how the Supermax has put teams in difficult positions. They highlight the imbalance between small market and big market teams, and how the blame often falls on the players instead of the ownership groups who push for these contracts. The hosts argue that fines should be imposed on teams as well when players request trades, as both sides are acting in their own self-interest.
Evan Turner's Experience with a Semi-Truck in His Pool
The episode also touches on Evan Turner's bizarre experience when a semi-truck crashed into his swimming pool. Turner recounts waking up to the sound of a loud crash, only to discover that a semi-truck had veered off the road and landed in his pool. He vividly describes the dramatic scene and how he and his chef saved the truck driver who was trapped inside. Despite the shock of the incident, Turner reflects on the fortunate outcome and the subsequent process of rebuilding his pool and dealing with insurance.
Ownership Egos and the Player-Owner Dynamic
In the podcast, the hosts also discuss the dynamic between NBA players and team owners. They touch upon the egos involved on both sides and how it affects the decision-making process. The hosts note that players often face blame and scrutiny, while owners have a desire to be players themselves. They emphasize that the narrative should shift to hold ownership accountable and recognize the players' limited career lifespan and the need to prioritize their own self-interest. The discussion sheds light on the complexities of the player-owner relationship and the power dynamics involved in the NBA.
We have an action packed episode of The Old Man and The Three with special guests Andre Iguodala (The Golden State Warriors) and Evan Turner of The Point Forward Podcast. This is a wildly entertaining episode so buckle up. Topics include: What white players like JJ do to get themselves pumped up before NBA games, the way the game has changed since they first got into the league to now, Iggy on weighing out playing or retiring from the NBA, the best NBA cultures they've ever been a part of, Iggy on the good and the bad of Heat Culture, real talk about the Jordan Poole situation in Golden State (with Draymond Green, Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson), why 'embracing your role' can be a challenge if you get drafted by the wrong team, Evan's honest assessment on Sam Hinkie and The Process Philadelphia 76ers, the negative impact of the supermax deal, why Iggy thinks Philly should've been fined the same as James Harden, more talk about white players in the NBA, the time a truck crashed into Evan Turner's swimming pool in Portland and JJ gives his take about how Chris Paul will help The Warriors.
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