Jamal Crawford joins the podcast to discuss coaching his son, NBA media, 6th man role, Steph Curry and Klay Thompson's confidence, Clippers' title chances, and more interesting topics.
Embracing the role of sixth man brings recognition and respect, challenging traditional starting lineups.
Former NBA players as TV personalities provide valuable insights, criticizing non-experts dominating basketball analysis.
Young player Wembanyama's exceptional talent requires guidance to maximize impact and become transformative in the league.
Deep dives
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The Importance of Embracing the Six Man Role
Being a six man in the NBA has often been undervalued and misunderstood. However, players like the guest speaker have embraced this role and brought recognition and respect to it. The speaker believes that being a successful six man involves bringing swag and unique skills to the game, challenging the traditional notions of starting lineups. Their contribution off the bench can make a significant impact on the game and their team's success.
The Influence of TV Personalities in Basketball Analysis
The speaker discusses the growing trend of former NBA players transitioning into TV personalities and becoming prominent voices in basketball analysis. They highlight the importance of having people with firsthand experience and deep knowledge of the game providing insights and commentary. They also criticize the phenomenon of certain non-experts having their opinions treated as gospel, emphasizing the need for more basketball professionals in the media space to enhance the quality of analysis.
The Unique Talents and Potential of Wimpy
The speaker talks about the exceptional skills and potential of a young player named Wimpy. Wimpy possesses a rare combination of abilities that can be both exciting and challenging for his team. The speaker suggests that in order for Wimpy to maximize his impact, he needs to harness and prioritize his talents while also finding his place within the team dynamic. With proper guidance and development, Wimpy has the potential to become a truly transformative player in the league.
The NBA's Health Quota Dilemma
The podcast discusses the 65-game rule and its impact on players' health. While it is important to have players on the court, forcing injured players to play just to meet a quota can be detrimental to their well-being. The hosts express concern about the consequences of pushing players to play despite their injuries, especially when it comes to eligibility for awards like All-NBA. They suggest that a better system should be in place to protect players' health without penalizing them for genuine injuries.
Identifying the Next Generation of NBA Stars
The podcast delves into a discussion about the next generation of NBA stars and who could potentially fill the shoes of current greats. The hosts mention several young players, including Ja Morant, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, John Collins, and Nikola Jokic. They emphasize the importance of finding players who possess not only talent, but also the mentality to take on leadership roles. While the hosts debate various candidates, they highlight the potential of Taris Maxie as a player who could be the next generational talent if he embraces the style of play associated with his role models.
Jamal Crawford joins The Draymond Green Show to discuss coaching his son, being depressed after not making a roster, knowing Draymond was going to be an All-Star level player, Mark Jackson instilling confidence in Steph Curry and Klay Thompson on the Golden State Warriors, pioneering the 6th man, Klay coming off the bench, the problem with NBA media, Victor Wembanyama's greatness, the Clippers having a title shot this year, and much more.
0:00 Start 5:00 NBA sons 12:00 Depression 19:00 Mark Jackson 25:00 6th Man 30:00 Klay Off the Bench 39:00 Wemby's Potential 47:00 Joker vs. Embiid 57:00 Clippers Winning It All?
