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Mind the Game with LeBron James and JJ Redick

Episode 5: The NBA Playoffs and Coach Keith Dambrot

Apr 17, 2024
LeBron James and JJ Redick discuss NBA playoffs, LeBron's playoff experiences, mental toll of playoff series, role of luck in playoffs, Ray Allen's shot in 2013 NBA Finals. Guest Keith Dambrot shares insights on coaching LeBron in high school, coaching strategies, and importance of mentorship and character in basketball and life.
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  • Understanding defensive strategies like top-locking and motion offense in the NBA playoffs is crucial for success.
  • Emotional intelligence plays a vital role in team dynamics and player performance during the playoffs.

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LeBron James and JJ Redick Discuss NBA Playoffs and Defensive Schemes

LeBron James and JJ Redick host a two-part episode highlighting NBA playoffs and share insights with coach Keith Dambrot. They delve into topics like top locking, explaining its defensive strategy to force shooters towards the basket, and how it can counter shooting bigs like Kristaps Porzingis. They also touch on concepts like icing or downing the pick and roll and describe motion offense as a free-flowing, five-man offensive scheme emphasizing screening and ball movement.

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