The Old Man and the Three

In a lively conversation, Pat Spencer, a pro basketball player for the Golden State Warriors, shares his remarkable shift from being a top lacrosse player to thriving in the NBA. His brother, Cam Spencer of the Memphis Grizzlies, adds insights on his growth and the competitive spirit that fuels their sibling rivalry. They dive into memorable trash talking moments, discuss team dynamics, and reflect on their goals for the season. Their playful banter reveals how family background and a strong competitive edge have shaped their impressive careers.

Dyson Daniels, an Australian basketball player for the Atlanta Hawks and recently named Most Improved Player, shares insights on team defense and building leadership. Onyeka Okongwu, his teammate, recounts his journey from playing with the Ball brothers at Chino Hills to developing his shooting game. They discuss locker room dynamics, the importance of humor in team culture, and the evolution of their on-court roles. Both reflect on impressive rookies around the league and set their sights on improving defense and playoff aspirations.

Cam Johnson dives into the NBA's hottest topics, like Chris Paul's surprising exit from the Clippers and Jamal Murray's impressive scoring streak. The Nuggets' 10-game road win run is celebrated, while LeBron's streak comes to a cinematic end. Discussions include which teams, like Detroit and Boston, are making waves this season, plus a fun debate on Lane Kiffin's coaching decisions and Cam's Bengals fandom. The episode wraps with insights on NFL trends and standout performances that are shaking up the leagues.

In this engaging discussion, NBA stars Norman Powell and Bam Adebayo delve into life with the Miami Heat. Norman shares insights on his transformative journey across teams and adapting to Miami's explosive offense. Bam reflects on Heat culture and the mental resilience required for international play. They chat about Erik Spoelstra's coaching style, the tough conditioning tests players face, and the importance of team chemistry. Both express how peer respect matters more than awards, highlighting their commitment to winning and developing young talent.

Aaron Gordon, a standout forward for the Denver Nuggets, shares insights from his dynamic NBA career. He discusses his evolution as a player, focusing on improved shooting and playmaking alongside superstar Nikola Jokic. Gordon opens up about adapting to the NBA's physical demands and describes his intense shooting drills that help him stay game-ready. He also reflects on the Nuggets' championship aspirations, the growth of young teammates, and his passion for unique real estate projects. A fun look at the journey of a modern NBA player!

Chris Paul, a veteran NBA point guard and future Hall of Famer, shares his career insights alongside Devin Booker, an All-Star shooting guard for the Phoenix Suns. They dive into Paul's mastery of basketball IQ, with Booker recalling how CP3 shaped his game. The discussion also highlights Paul's unique leadership style, competitiveness as a rookie, and dedication to conditioning. The impact of his clutch performances is celebrated, alongside anecdotes about his interactions with fans. It’s a heartfelt tribute to a player whose greatness transcends the court.

Rapper Vince Staples, celebrated for his sharp cultural insights, joins Oscar-winning writer Cord Jefferson and entrepreneur Corey Smyth for a lively discussion. They dive into whether the internet ultimately benefits society, while Vince shares his humorous take on AI's learning potential. The trio also debates the fate of the Clippers, suggests fascinating 1800s figures for film adaptation, and engages in a thought-provoking conversation on the nature of authorship in art. Plus, they analyze the rise of Victor Wembanyama and its implications for the NBA.

It’s an early-season Chicago Bulls episode featuring a few staples of their young core: Ayo Dosunmu, Matas Buzelis, and Josh Giddey. The trio dives into so much, giving a true inside look into the start of their season, including their hot start, why they love the chemistry in their locker room, and their goals for the season.They also get into some of their basketball origins and careers, including what it means for Ayo and Matas to be from the Chicago area playing and for the Bulls, Ayo’s career at Illinois and Matas’ at G-League Ignite, and what Josh takes with him from the beginning of his career on the Oklahoma City Thunder.They also have high-level basketball conversations about teaching vs. inheriting toughness, adapting to your role in the NBA, what it takes to be a winning player, and much more. Let’s go!Download the DraftKings Sports book app and use code YOUNGMAN. That’s code YOUNGMAN, bet five bucks and get 3 months of League Pass plus get $300 inbonus bets if your bet wins. In partnership with Draft Kings—The Crown Is Yours. Gambling problem? Callone eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven sevenseven or visit ccpg dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in Illinois. Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void inOntario. Restrictions apply. Bet must win to receiveBonus Bets which expire in 7 days. Minimum oddsrequired. NBA League Pass auto-renews until cancelled. Additional terms at D K N G dot co slash audio.Limited time offer.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week we welcome a truly dynamic duo of All-NBA forward Julius Randle (Minnesota Timberwolves) and 9x Grammy winning music producer Mark Ronson to the show. In this conversation, they discuss how they’ve gotten to the elite levels they are at in their respective crafts. Julius discusses what it was like dealing with the pressures of being drafted to the Los Angeles Lakers and playing with Kobe Bryant, his favorite moments from playing with the New York Knicks, what makes his superstar teammate Anthony Edwards so special, and how he feels about now playing with the Wolves. Mark also shares unbelievable stories about Prince, working with Amy Winehouse, DJing in New York City, his Knicks fandom, and so much more. Let’s go!Download the DraftKings Sports book app and use code YOUNGMAN. That’s code YOUNGMAN, bet five bucks and get 3 months of League Pass plus get $300 inbonus bets if your bet wins. In partnership with Draft Kings—The Crown Is Yours. Gambling problem? Callone eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven sevenseven or visit ccpg dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in Illinois. Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void inOntario. Restrictions apply. Bet must win to receiveBonus Bets which expire in 7 days. Minimum oddsrequired. NBA League Pass auto-renews until cancelled. Additional terms at D K N G dot co slash audio.Limited time offer.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week we welcome Alex Caruso, Jaylin Williams, and Cason Wallace of the the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder. The trio takes us back through some crucial moments of their playoff run last season, share some of their favorite memories of the parade and offseason, discuss the culture of the Thunder, what their team’s superpower is and why they think that can be better this season, reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and so much more (with quite a few jokes throw in-between everything). Let’s go!Don’t miss out on all the action this week at DraftKings! Download the DraftKings app today and use our promo code YOUNGMAN. Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY(four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call eight eight eight seven eightnine seven seven seven seven or visit ccpg dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort(Kansas). Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Fees may apply in Illinois. Void in Ontario. Bonus betsexpire seven days after issuance. See sportsbook dot draftkings dot com slash promos. NFL Sunday Ticket offer for newsubscribers only and auto-renews until cancelled. Digital games and commercial use excluded. Restrictions apply.Additional NFL Sunday Ticket terms at youtube dot com slash go slash n f l sunday ticket slash terms. Limited time offer.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.