The Young Man and the Three

Mike Conley is many things on the hard court - deadly shooter, savvy ball handler, ambidextrous, underrated, and... nice? Yep, on top of all those outstanding attributes, Conley is also universally considered as the nicest guy in the league - and he has the awards to prove it! Thankfully, this interview goes a lot deeper than just his sparkling personality, as he opens up about his "grit-n-grind' days in Memphis, on being snubbed in the all-star voting, the what-if moments of his career, and much more. Then to close the show out, the incomparable Jamal Crawford joins JJ and Tommy for the Top 5/Draft.    RUNDOWN​ Mike Conley What it's like being the nicest guy in the league Breaks down the tweaks to the Utah offense Explains the adjustments he had to make in his game when he came to Utah What was it like finding out his wife was pregnant and knowing he was going to be in the bubble Looking back to the 'Grit-n-Grind' days in Memphis Takes us through the '15 playoff series against the Warriors Discusses the "what-if" moments of those years with Memphis On the drag out matchups against the Clippers while he was with Memphis The biggest character on those teams was? On the brilliance of Z-Bo Shane Battier being the smartest hoop IQ On being ambidextrous  Talks about being snubbed for all star status Looks back at the group of players he was drafted with Greg Oden and the potential he had coming into the NBA Jamal Crawford Jamal catches us up on what he's been doing lately Looks back at the years since last playing with JJ on the Clippers The joy of playing with Jimmy Butler Embracing the role of coming off the bench Will he ever officially retire? On his absolute unwavering love for the game of basketball Top 5/Draft To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For some guests, firing off a string of superlatives just won't do them justice. That is definitely the case today. JJ and Tommy sit down with a true legend of the game, an individual that transcended the game in so many ways and laid a path for generations to follow, the one and only Dr. J, Julius Erving. The doctor gives us a peak behind the curtain and opens up about playing in the ABA, his roots at Rucker Park in Harlem, the '83 championship team with the 76'ers, his infamous fight with Larry Bird, and much more. Then to close out the episode, the magnificent Taylor Rooks joins the pod for the TOP 5/Draft. Controversial picks abound.  RUNDOWN • Welcome • What was it like playing in those classic canvas high top shoes • When did he feel the turn came where shoes became a main focus of the fans • How he ended up playing in the ABA and what that league was like • On whether he can still dunk now • Talks about playing at Rucker Park in Harlem and the impact he had on that scene • The circumstances that led to him playing with the 76'ers in the NBA  • On the legendary 1983 Championship team • Might his career have been different playing it in the social media era of today • What do players of his generation make up today's current NBA salaries • How did he feel when basketball started becoming a more 'player' focused league • Who was the best player he ever played against • Who is one of his favorite players in the NBA today  • Walks through the infamous fight with Larry Bird To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

​Playing successfully in the NBA is difficult enough, but excelling in the NBA as a rookie can be both a monumental challenge as well as an outer​-body experience. You'll see how both come into play when JJ and Tommy sit down with Sacramento Kings rookie point guard Tyrese Haliburton. He opens up about what it's like being a rookie, his 'welcome to the NBA' moments so far, his R.O.Y. chatter, the uniqueness of the 2020 draft, and much more. It's easy to see that the Kings will be in good hands moving forward on and off the court with Tyrese running the floor. Then, the episode closes out on yet another high note when OM3 favorite Josh Hart joins the show for the TOP 5/Draft.  RUNDOWN Dealing with the challenging situation of the NBA Covid testing and how it effects the daily routine How did he prepare for the incredibly unique 2020 draft Was he shocked falling down to #13 in the draft to Sacramento  On gelling with his teammates and fitting in Describing the rocket ascent that he's had over the last 3 years Does he use negative chatter about him as a 'chip on the shoulder' motivational tool Where does his efficiency as a player come from Was there any player that he tried to emulate growing up Has there been a 'welcome to the NBA moment' this year On being able to consistently shoot threes from the logo like Dame and other NBA stars Is he cognizant of the buzz around him for R.O.Y. On being compared to LaMelo  Managing the quick turnaround of the NBA schedule  Coming up with his "call God" trash talk On his relationship with Talen Horton-Tucker and Tyler Herro Discusses how he addressed the insurrection at the Capital To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of the Old Man and the Three, JJ and Tommy sit down with rising NBA star Markelle Fultz. **Disclaimer**: this interview was conducted the day before he unfortunately suffered a season ending knee injury in Orlando on January 6th. Despite that horrible circumstance, it'll be easy to see that the road that lies ahead of him right now is nothing he can't conquer. An incredibly mentally strong player, Fultz talks about his injury and recovery, dealing with pressure and the expectations of being a number 1 pick, and how it felt being the target of a negative media attack. If there's one player we know can get through a difficult situation and bounce back on his feet, it's Markelle. We wish him nothing but the best and know he'll be back on the court soon enough. Now, to lighten things up a bit, the episode gets capped off by a spectacular TOP 5/Draft with close friend of the pod Sue Bird, and 1st time guest Mero (from Desus & Mero). This one is a fight to the finish. Don't miss it. RUNDOWN Markelle Fultz Has the daily Covid testing effected his preparation  On the precautions that are being made to avoid contact Discusses his new contract and finding the right fit On the difficulty of being injured his first year and re-joining the team late in the year Explains how his unique draft situation all broke down How hard was it for him to shut everything down after being the number one pick What was the emotional and mental toll that the year took on him​ Were there any moments of doubt during the injury of whether he can still do it Dealing with that doubt and channeling it into something positive Was getting drafted #1 important to him On playing against top competition in high school On the unique movement of his body within his game Discusses how underrated his teammate Nikola Vucevic is Talks about coach Steve Clifford Does the Magic embrace the role of underdogs Does he appreciate his situation now TOP 5/Draft with Sue Bird & Mero To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

BREAKING NEWS: ThreeFourTwo Productions has a new family member - introducing "The Long Shot"! Close friend of the pod and fellow NBA star Duncan Robinson joins the show to discuss his brand new podcast called "The Long Shot", presented by 'ThreeFourTwo Productions', which he co-hosts with Davis Reid. The guys break down what the show will be about and dive in with some helpful tools of the trade to help Duncan on his way. Then the pod takes another great turn when renowned author and podcaster Malcolm Gladwell joins the show to share his thoughts on what it's like to host a podcast, dealing with with the 'start-struck' factor, and how to be a great interviewer and more. Plus, Malcolm gets the floor to explain his snarky comment he recently made about D-III College hoops and more specifically, Duncan's alma mater Williams College. And lastly, there's a TOP 5/Draft that will leave you asking the question "who the hell is THAT guy??". We're looking at you, Mr. Gladwell.  RUNDOWN  Duncan Robinson Duncan discusses his new podcast "The Long Shot" and joining the 'ThreeFourTwo Productions' family Reflecting on how his life has changed since last October How the defenses have adjusted to him as his star has risen On dealing with a prolonged shooting slump and what gets him out of it Dealing with trade rumors for the first time Malcolm Gladwell Malcolm breaks down what he's been up to over the last few months Tips for being a great interviewer Does he ever get nervous or star struck with a guest Malcolm explains his case to Duncan about the comment he made about D-III basketball and Williams College Duncan explains his thoughts on D-III basketball Malcolm asks why Duncan went to Williams College On Duncan being mic'd up in the playoffs TOP 5/DRAFT To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this second installment of the OM3 Leadership Series, JJ and Tommy are joined by the Executive Chairman of The Walt Disney Company, Bob Iger. In this outstanding interview, Iger discusses his incredible journey, from his humble beginnings in the studios of ABC to the top of the mountain as the CEO of Disney, all the while holding nothing back and delivering honest and compassionate answers on what it takes to make it in worlds of entertainment, business, and life. RUNDOWN On his relationship with Chris Paul and his involvement in making the NBA bubble happen On the importance of a daily workout routine  Using your workouts to increase focus and declutter your mind What was it about the moment of being named Chairman of Disney that peaked his confidence Managing the balance of ego, confidence, and praise - and the danger of becoming overconfident What made him step down as CEO of Disney On harnessing talent and utilizing people the right way Looking back on the purchase of Marvel and is he surprised at how successful it's turned out Does he consider himself a storyteller Breaks down his role at his first job at ABC Would things have been more difficult if it was spent in this current social media landscape On keeping an eye on the company stock Did his view of successful company performance change over the years with different jobs On striving for and obtaining perfection If he had to identify his 'talent', what would it be To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's easy to see that J.J. Barea is a unique player. As evidenced by his 14 year NBA career, his on-court tenacity and drive exude a much larger imprint on the game than his physical stature does. Never one to back down from a challenge on the court, JJ opens up in this highly entertaining and fun interview and delivers answers with the same passion that helped him win a championship in Dallas and persevere through the highs and lows of a long career run. Then to cap things off and take the pod to yet another level, JJ and Tommy welcome in Josh Hart for the draft, which features a highly controversial pick at the number one spot. RUNDOWN J.J. Barea Discusses his current contract and release On still wanting to play and enjoying the ride On meeting JJ in the 2003 U19 World Championship Where his mindset is at this point in his career When did he realize he can truly make it in the NBA How playing in Dallas was the perfect fit for him On working the pick and roll with Dirk Is there a difference between practicing dribbling and shooting Winning the championship in 2011 Talks about all the run-ins he's had over the years Whether he flopped or not and utilizing his defensive tactics How Dirk took his game to another level in that 2011 Final Did the Heat underestimate J.J. in the finals On not coming back to the Mavs after that championship year What was playing for Marc Cuban like and his relationship with him His first impression of Luka On the differences in training between the young NBA player the older On the partying that went on after the championship  Josh Hart Congrats to Josh on his engagement How the proposal went down and why it was filmed On the heat that Josh is taking for his snug pants in his engagement video TOP 5/Draft To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's no secret that Brandon Ingram's presence on the court is that of a multi-tool, all star talent. But when it comes to his presence off the court, "secret" might just be the most opportune way to describe him. A notoriously quiet star, B.I. sits down with JJ and Tommy and opens up about many topics on and off the court, including the NBA magic in his hometown of Kinston NC, his laid back persona, his transition from a small town to the global power of the Lakers, his awkward final season in LA, and much more. Plus, it's a very Merry Top 5/Draft that includes a highly questionable pick by Mr. Alter that once again leaves JJ in disbelief. **Audio disclaimer: Due to some technical issues, Brandon's microphone unfortunately didn't bring it's 'A' game, but it's still a great interview so enjoy. ​What's behind his quiet and laid back personality  What makes his hometown (Kinston) so special in creating NBA players How did he end up at Duke On the importance of Jerry Stackhouse to the Kinston community How important is winning to him When did he get a full grasp on the mental aspects of the NBA game What it felt like being a small time kid going to a global franchise in the Lakers On learning to lead and the process of reading players Who his favorite player was and who he tried to emulate growing up On the uniqueness of Kevin Durant and how the NBA fan might've taken him for granted How strange was his last season in LA (first year of LeBron) On finding out that he was traded On being able to relate to his teammates in NO​ Putting basketball first over everything else On improving his 3 point shooting over the last year What were his emotions when he realized he was getting a 5 year max contract Who are some of the young guys in the league that he watches and likes The first time JJ met B.I. and how ​he's wired differently To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's double the pleasure on today's OM3 pod as JJ and Tommy start things off with the incredibly impressive Swin Cash, the current vice president of basketball operations and team development for the New Orleans Pelicans. The hoops legend takes us through her journey to the NBA, her Hall of Fame career, what was it like playing for Gino Auriemma, the challenges of dealing with NBA players, and more. Following that, the guys welcome in the planet's hottest tech reviewer Marques Brownlee - as well as professional ultimate frisbee player - to give us the lowdown on whether the perfect tech product exists, and also breaks down why his videos are so popular. Lastly, he joins JJ and Tommy in a TOP 5/Draft that focuses on tech gadgets we all wish were real. So grab you Jet-Pack and join in. RUNDOWN Swin Cash ​On her first impressions of SVG The difference between good coaches and great coaches On dealing with superstar talents who push the envelope What was it like playing for Gino Auriemma and what's his secret Discusses practicing against the top level talent at UCONN and how it translated to games On the generational connection with past and future UCONN players - both men and women What is her hope for the Pelicans this year Was the opportunity to build a culture down in N.O. a reason for coming On playing a pivotal leadership role within the organization On what drove her to play basketball  Reflects on the accomplishment of making the women's HOF and being nominated for the Naismith HOF What has surprised her the most about working with NBA players on a daily basis ​ Marques Brownlee What makes his videos so popular and why do they connect with the public so well Where and how did he obtain all of his tech information Is there a perfect tech product out there TOP 5/Draft Talks about the Pro Frisbee Football league he is in Breaks down what is so great about YouTube To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Buckle up and pray that your basketball IQ is up to date because there are your normal hoop discussions... and then there's what takes place on this very special episode of the Old Man and the Three. Joining JJ and Tommy today is all 'everything' NBA superstar and close friend Chris Paul of the Phoenix Suns, and pretty much nothing is off limits. CP3 tackles just about everything in this hilarious but intimate and in-depth discussion where they deep dive into x's and o's, his history with JJ, how he's settling in with the Suns, the important leadership role he plays within the NBA, and so much more.    RUNDOWN How he's settling in to Phoenix On his influence on the younger NBA generation What made Phoenix an attractive destination for him Discusses Monty Williams and reconnecting with him JJ talks about being wired the same as CP3 Discusses how efficient the Clippers were when they were together When in his career did he reach that level where he could manipulate the game in his favor Breaking down drop coverage On the defensive scheme when was in Houston Does he think about getting so close to the finals in his first year with the Rockets On preparation and the shift and transition he made in his training How the league is advancing in training and prep  How having control over your body and feeling healthy changes everything Discusses how the OKC team last year adopted his personality  Is there ever a way to turn his competitiveness off On CP3 and JJ going against each other in college and having a history when they first met Delving into the JJ/CP3 vitriol in the early years  On being a part of the NBA's leadership and what he's faced over the last year How hard was it to focus and compartmentalize everything playing both sides On the difficulty of looking out for every NBA player and their respective situations  TOP 5/Draft​ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.