The Young Man and the Three

Luka Doncic returns to the podcast to break down his 73 point game against the Atlanta Hawks and discuss possible rule changes. He talks about Kyrie Irving's impact on the Mavs and his rivalry with Devin Booker. Luka also reflects on the highs and lows of his career, his game winner against the Knicks, and his aspirations as a father. The podcast also covers JJ's thoughts on trades and includes a check-in with Jalen Williams of the Thunder.

Former NBA player Richard Jefferson joins JJ Redick and Tommy Alter on The Old Man and the Three. They discuss Paolo Banchero's growth as a leader and player in his second year in the NBA, manifesting his career goals, and his experience playing for Team USA. Paolo also talks about his 1-on-1 shooting workouts with Kevin Durant and how they improved his jumpshot.

JJ Redick is joined by Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. to select unofficial NBA All-Star reserves. They discuss fan votes, surprise picks, and the significance of All-Star appearances. They debate their picks for the Western Conference and highlight player improvement and challenges in All-Star selections.

Alperen Sengun, Turkish NBA star and center for the Houston Rockets, talks about his basketball journey in Turkey, being labeled as 'Baby Nikola Jokic,' and his mindset facing Jokic and Joel Embiid. He discusses the 2023-24 Houston Rockets team with point guard Fred VanVleet, teammate Dillon Brooks, and coach Ime Udoka. New Orleans Pelicans guard Trey Murphy joins to discuss expectations for the Pelicans and the state of the Western Conference.

Tim Legler joins JJ to breakdown the intense Celtics vs. Nuggets game, discuss coaching strategies and in-game adjustments, analyze the potential challenges for the Cavs, and share their dream matchups in the Western Conference playoffs.

Franz Wagner joins The Old Man and The Three to discuss his basketball journey from playing in Germany to the NBA. He talks about the differences between international and American basketball, his experience beating Team USA at the FIBA World Cup, and his development as a player. He also shares insights from learning from players like Luka Doncic and Jimmy Butler and discusses his relationship with his brother Mo Wagner and the state of the Orlando Magic.

JJ is joined by Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. to analyze the Rookie of the Year race between Chet and Wemby. They discuss the Suns, Lakers, and Warriors, reviewing their concerns and potential solutions. Topics include finding a point guard for the Suns, playoff chances for the Lakers, Warriors' defensive struggles, and the importance of team identity.

JJ Redick and Tommy Alter interview Anfernee Simons, a Portland Trail Blazers star in the NBA. They discuss Simons' experience as the only American player to go straight from high school to the pros, learning from Damian Lillard, developing a clutch mentality, and his favorite 'Dame Time' moments. They also talk about the challenges of facing difficult defenses and the importance of being crafty for smaller players. Overall, an entertaining and insightful conversation with an up-and-coming NBA talent.

Former NBA player Tim Legler joins the 200th episode of The Old Man and the Three to discuss his experience on one of the worst teams in NBA history. They also analyze playoff threats like the Magic, Cavaliers, Knicks, Pacers, and Heat. The Clippers' impressive depth and defensive abilities are highlighted, as well as the potential of Zion Williamson to become a game-changing force for the Pelicans. The Dallas Mavericks, with Luka Doncic's dominant offensive skills, are seen as a dangerous team. The Rockets' performance and potential challenges are also analyzed.

In this episode, Derrick White returns as a guest, discussing JJ's obsession with him, their thoughts on the most disappointing NBA teams this season, the young talent in the league, foul baiting, and playing with Jayson Tatum and Jalen Brown.