The Young Man and the Three

Devin Booker talks about sh*t talking, being raised around basketball, evolving as an NBA player, scoring 70 points, becoming a playmaker, playing with Kevin Durant, and championship aspirations. They discuss pre-game routines, mindset, and motivation levels of top basketball players, the evolution of basketball IQ, player development, and skills, transition and strategy in college vs. NBA basketball, and reflecting on individual achievements in sports.

In this episode, they discuss NBA All-Defense picks, the Giannis and Dame pick-and-roll, Luka Doncic's record-setting stretch, and MVP conversation. They delve into evaluating players for defensive awards, strategic pick and rolls, Bucks' offensive strategy, and defensive strategies against top NBA players.

NBA All-Star Jamal Mashburn talks about Pitino's coaching, skill development, MJ anecdotes, NCAA games. Josh Hart joins for a funny draft segment. Chapters cover NBA evolution, defensive strategies, coaching styles, rookie challenges, friendship banter, social fines, and frustrations with modern nuisances.

Discussing the greatness of Victor Wembanyama, Nikola Jokic, and LeBron James with in-depth breakdowns. Exploring the evolution of player fundamentals and performance progression, analyzing the impact of top NBA players like Jokic, and highlighting the attributes of great basketball players. Delving into how game styles evolve over time and the importance of team support and strategic plays around a dominant player.

This episode delves into the performances of Eastern Conference teams like the Bucks and Celtics. Jarrett Allen discusses his NBA All-Star snub, playing with Durant and Irving, the Cavs' success with injured players, and his changing role in the league. Insights on Donovan Mitchell, playoffs expectations, and favorite baked goods are also shared.

Discussion on how the Nuggets are back as championship contenders, Celtics emerging as the best team in the NBA, and analysis on post-trade Raptors and Hawks. Also, insights on NBA season competitiveness, defensive excellence, and strategic considerations for various teams.

JJ Redick and Tommy Alter open the mailbag to discuss Doc Rivers, potential new face of the NBA, Bucks season outlook, traits of top NBA coaches, scheme and play analysis, building dream teams, passing techniques, and youth basketball concepts.

NBA analysts Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. join JJ Redick to discuss three teams to watch post All-Star break. They analyze potential playoff matchups, impact of second stars, offensive strategies, defensive tactics, and player performances in clutch situations. Exciting insights for basketball fans!

Tyrese Haliburton, NBA player on The Indiana Pacers, joins The Old Man and the Three podcast. They discuss his new level of notoriety, the NBA 65 Game rule, and the Indiana Pacers vs The Milwaukee Bucks game. Tyrese also talks about losing Buddy Hield, trading for Pascal Siakam, and his head coach Rick Carlisle. He shares his hopes for this season and the significance of the NBA playoffs.

Kawhi Leonard's MVP-level play, the Cavaliers' hot streak, and Brandon Miller's future as a top talent in the NBA are discussed by JJ Redick and Tommy Alter on The Old Man and the Three podcast with guest Tim Legler.