Jalen Green

Exploring Jalen Green's frustrations with role on Rockets team, potential bench role changes, impact of outside noise on player mindset, coaching staff efforts to help him succeed, absence of Rockets players at NBA All-Star Weekend, lack of competitiveness in All-Star games, and strategies to incentivize players to care more.

In this conversation, Jalen Green, a rising star for the Houston Rockets, shares insights from his rookie season and discusses his friendship with Anthony Edwards. He reflects on the high-pressure moments of playing against his idols. Meanwhile, Bill's Dad brings a nostalgic touch, dissecting the Celtics' thrilling Game 4 win over the Heat and sharing his personal experiences as a loyal Boston fan. They also brainstorm exciting changes for All-Star Weekend, including a fresh take on dunk contests that could shake things up in the NBA.

J. Kyle Mann and Johnathan Tjarks are back for another edition of 'Upside High' in which they take a look at young prospects around the NBA. This week they take a look at Jalen Green of Houston to find out what makes him a key piece of the Rockets (03:14). Then they take a look at Franz Wagner to see about size and development (18:43). And they close with Joshua Giddey of OKC (34:30).Hosts: J. Kyle Mann and Johnathan TjarksProducer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices