The Conference Finals | LeBron James and JJ Redick

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  • Опубліковано 21 тра 2024
  • Welcome to Episode 8 of the Mind the Game podcast with JJ Redick and LeBron James. We have a fantastic show for you all today covering all things 2024 NBA Playoffs. First up, we discuss Bronny James going through the combine and the NBA draft process and what it's like for LeBron as a father. Then we dive into the NBA Playoffs - starting with a conversation around the MVPs of these playoffs - the role players. Guys like Naz Reid, P.J. Washington, T. J. McConnel and more. Then we dive into the Eastern Conference Finals between Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers and Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics. We discuss why the Celtics are so difficult to guard and how Indiana makes defenses uncomfortable. Then we dive into the Western Conference Finals between Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns and the Minnesota Timberwolves and Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving and the Dallas Mavericks. LeBron and JJ discuss Ant and Luka's ability to go away from ballscreens like Dwyane Wade and how the Wolves make the court smaller with their defense. Finally, LeBron weighs in on the hate Caitlin Clark has gotten so far in the WNBA with the Indiana Fever.
    Subscribe to Mind the Game with LeBron James and JJ Redick UA-cam channel today for more NBA insight, analysis, highlights and more.
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  • @BoyPadForDan
    @BoyPadForDan 27 днів тому +2807

    You guys need to make a supercut of all the plays JJ teaches in the beginning and release it, call it “Mind the Game: The Playbook”

  • @InnerStrengthVarun
    @InnerStrengthVarun 27 днів тому +2146

    Doing timestamps until JJ is an NBA Coach
    0:00 - Intro and starting the podcast
    1:22 - Quick refresher on pick and roll
    1:44 - Explanation of drop coverage
    2:24 - Soft blitz and hedging explained
    2:55 - Indiana vs. New York series recap
    3:20 - Hedge technique and its impact
    4:05 - Slip screen and four-on-three situations
    4:42 - Driveways and Dwayne Wade examples
    5:13 - Advance pass concept explained
    6:10 - Beginning of episode content
    6:26 - Discussing Bronny James at the combine
    7:03 - LeBron on witnessing Bronny's journey
    8:03 - Parenting and supporting dreams
    8:21 - Bronny's maturity and mindset
    9:04 - Players Bronny aspires to emulate
    10:02 - LeBron's perspective on Bronny's mindset
    11:05 - Social media and handling scrutiny
    12:17 - Transition to NBA playoffs discussion
    12:29 - Role players' impact in playoffs
    13:24 - Importance of role players in playoffs
    14:01 - Examples of impactful role players
    15:14 - Role players winning games
    15:54 - Depth of talent in NBA teams
    16:40 - Teams with high pressure moments
    17:21 - Identity of top four playoff teams
    18:04 - Boston Celtics' identity
    18:54 - Boston's five-out spacing and threes
    19:32 - Boston's drive and kick game
    20:09 - Indiana Pacers' contrasting style
    21:21 - Indiana's points in the paint
    22:15 - Importance of advanced pass for Indiana
    23:10 - Flattening the defense with advanced pass
    24:28 - Indiana's personnel and style
    25:14 - Advanced pass and its strategic importance
    26:19 - Increased backcourt pressure in playoffs
    27:02 - Hard hedges and blitzes in pick and roll
    27:50 - Exploiting hedges and clear side pick and rolls
    28:55 - Hard hedges and their impact
    29:48 - Clear side pick and rolls explained
    30:19 - Creating a four-on-three situation
    31:06 - Boston's multiple ball handlers
    32:02 - Pick and roll coverages in detail
    33:00 - Driving away from screens
    34:06 - Conference finals and chess game
    35:08 - Minnesota and Dallas' defensive identity
    36:19 - Minnesota's size and defense
    37:20 - Playing quick against Minnesota
    38:09 - Dallas' strategy against Minnesota
    39:00 - Potential smaller lineups for Dallas
    39:33 - Dallas' shot creators
    40:30 - Staying out of two on the ball
    40:52 - Transition to Caitlin Clark discussion
    41:29 - Caitlin Clark's quick turnaround
    42:03 - Dealing with animosity as a young player
    43:05 - LeBron's experience with teammates' skepticism
    44:18 - Advice for Caitlin Clark
    45:28 - Supporting Caitlin Clark and WNBA
    46:41 - Comparing Caitlin Clark's situation to LeBron's
    47:54 - Teammates' early doubts about LeBron

    • @212keith
      @212keith 27 днів тому +90

      You are a blessing.

    • @pumptydumpty3609
      @pumptydumpty3609 27 днів тому

      You're a mad man.

    • @eproskieLAD
      @eproskieLAD 27 днів тому +56

      legend !! yo uncle BRON hire this man !!!

    • @drecarter2052
      @drecarter2052 27 днів тому +6

      A lot of boring topics a few worth listening too

    • @dtbuckets
      @dtbuckets 27 днів тому +4

      ❤️🫱🏾‍🫲🏽🫡🙏🏾

  • @Mazimo
    @Mazimo 27 днів тому +176

    It is so wild to me that young hoopers can watch this and absorb a level of sophistication of the game that just wasn't available 15/20 years ago. Some kids are going to take advantage of this and have such a deep understanding of the game well beyond their years.

    • @_Stilo
      @_Stilo 27 днів тому +10

      💯 bro! U got it! Also..bron playing basketball at least 3 more years

    • @bentadele7855
      @bentadele7855 25 днів тому +5

      I felt this in my bones. Been marveling at how it is so different than when I was coming up playing and learning.

    • @ramid07
      @ramid07 10 днів тому +1

      Plus the coaches that are going to come out from this as well. Someone out there dreaming about being an NBA coach.

    • @Mazimo
      @Mazimo 10 днів тому

      @@ramid07 💯 Knowing and studying these concepts from 10 years old....man o man, even if you can't hoop at a high level you'll have an insane understanding of the game

  • @DGosuCh
    @DGosuCh 27 днів тому +214

    "I don't think he's gonna score."
    - 40k points later... 😂

  • @GoldenHoopsProduction
    @GoldenHoopsProduction 27 днів тому +806

    We need those Mind the Game t-shirts !!

  • @Meauxluv
    @Meauxluv 27 днів тому +449

    Basketball talk without calling someone a scrub. The best.

    • @ogreen28
      @ogreen28 27 днів тому +27

      This is why we are here. Straight ball.

    • @moodurr13
      @moodurr13 27 днів тому +14

      Such a profound statement brother. ✊ Facts

    • @aquartermil
      @aquartermil 27 днів тому

    • @andyalvarico6139
      @andyalvarico6139 27 днів тому +5

      Bron literally said there is a reason why Fever got two of first draft years in two years. Because they are scrubs as a team lmao

    • @Meauxluv
      @Meauxluv 27 днів тому

      @@andyalvarico6139 go watch espn.

  • @khb224
    @khb224 27 днів тому +542

    At 31:36, LeBron emphasizes that Boston wants to shoot at least 45 threes a game. In Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Pacers, the Celtics shoot 45 threes… 🤯

    • @mangesh9034305
      @mangesh9034305 27 днів тому +66

      It's common knowledge that Mazzulla wants his team to attempt at least 45 3's a game. It's in every team's scouting report.

    • @gingervsginger7305
      @gingervsginger7305 27 днів тому +61

      45 threes with 30 free throws is insane. Especially when the Pacers got 10 free throws

    • @RITAS1964
      @RITAS1964 27 днів тому +11

      ​@mangesh9034305 Interesting since back when Bron played against Boston- shooting 3 pointers. This was brought up numerous times by Bron and confirmed by Rondo. I am thinking shooting multiple 3's per game is a Celtics tradition.

    • @Easelgames
      @Easelgames 27 днів тому +10

      @@gingervsginger7305 four of those in OT xD 6 free throws in regulation is nutz.

    • @mangesh9034305
      @mangesh9034305 27 днів тому +5

      @@gingervsginger7305 Celtics barely fouled. The one foul by Pritchard on Haliburton in the second half was missed by the refs. Refs were terrible last night for both teams. Mazzulla used his challenge 35 seconds in to the game.

  • @annunakian8054
    @annunakian8054 27 днів тому +701

    For a blk man from the ghetto with no father & a teenage mother to be such a great dad, on top of being a world-famous superstar athlete for over 2 decades, Lebron has truly defied the odds. 1 in a quadrillion.

    • @ranilcurry615
      @ranilcurry615 27 днів тому +59

      There are many great dads that come from the same kind of situation that became great dads city to city. You just don't see them on TV but they are known in there city. It's not a 1 in Quadrillion ratio.

    • @mr.r4910
      @mr.r4910 27 днів тому +4

      And I had BOTH of my parents in the household so what's your point why start you discussion with that point?

    • @plainman9887
      @plainman9887 27 днів тому +31

      ​@@mr.r4910Then the OP doesn't apply to you.

    • @GroveStreet98
      @GroveStreet98 27 днів тому +21

      @@ranilcurry615it is for that same dude to be one of the most famous dudes in the world and still stay a good person as well. Fame usually gets to most people’s heads. Look at all the fucked up shit most star nfl and nba players have done

    • @ranilcurry615
      @ranilcurry615 27 днів тому +6

      @@GroveStreet98 it's a small percentage that's messed up . Stop CAPPIN

  • @harryharry3658
    @harryharry3658 27 днів тому +1583

    My favorite part: savanna said I made the pod!! lol

    • @anasshahid224
      @anasshahid224 27 днів тому +26

      Facts!

    • @ChargersCity
      @ChargersCity 27 днів тому +23

      🙏🙏Blessings forever GOD loves y'all too forever tell everyone you know and don't know. Jesus loves y'all too forever. Teach everyone how to see and enjoy their blessings too forever😊...

    • @kalebcline9770
      @kalebcline9770 27 днів тому +18

      @@jonthesinnerno she convinced bron to pod, she made it

    • @malevolent9505
      @malevolent9505 27 днів тому +32

      @@jonthesinnerquiet as kept she’s the reason Bron decided to do the pod.

    • @dishantithomas4198
      @dishantithomas4198 27 днів тому +106

      I'm guessing y'all joking but she's saying.
      "I made the pod" as in " I made it on the pod" which is why LeBron then responds. You haven't invited me on your pod yet

  • @MelanieChanz
    @MelanieChanz 27 днів тому +230

    This series better not end anytime soon. Thanks.
    Sincerely,
    Basketball fans worldwide.

    • @cesardlc4521
      @cesardlc4521 26 днів тому +1

      Gonna end when JJ becomes the Lakers head coach lol

    • @Saltychip294
      @Saltychip294 26 днів тому +1

      @@cesardlc4521no it ain’t 😂 you clearly don’t understand how much money they’re making from this podcast. It doesn’t matter how rich you are, you don’t just throw away a money tree. Also if that was the case none of these NBA players would have podcasts during the regular season and playoffs 😂 use your brain.

    • @cesardlc4521
      @cesardlc4521 26 днів тому +1

      @@Saltychip294 damn saltychip who hurt you bro. JJ is not evn gonna be their head coach, relax lol

    • @bashercleaner863
      @bashercleaner863 26 днів тому +1

      Facts we need this podcast regardless jj is already coaching this is so refreshing 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻👑👑🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡goat james and jj we love u guys 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡

    • @bashercleaner863
      @bashercleaner863 26 днів тому

      @@Saltychip294lil boy i wouldnt mind paying them im learning a lot rather than watching skip and stephen a or other nba player podcast whos content just debating whis the goat 😂😂😂😂 u foool better get out of this channel this not for you, this is only for those who want to learn more u obviously got no brain 😂😂

  • @GuapoGibbs96
    @GuapoGibbs96 27 днів тому +123

    He def talking about Boozer and Miles them boys was hating 😂

    • @youngerudit2524
      @youngerudit2524 27 днів тому

      No they weren’t. Boozer also never hated

    • @reddrumm5618
      @reddrumm5618 26 днів тому

      You obviously didn't watch basketball back then ..they where super hating bro ​@@youngerudit2524

    • @heatsboi23
      @heatsboi23 22 дні тому +4

      ​@youngerudit2524 Don't be that guy and do your research. Miles, Snow, Big Z, Ricky Davis, Boozer and more. They traded the ones who were toxic. Big Z and Snow got on board.
      After trade,
      Cleveland finished 9th and 1GB from 8th seed

  • @josepht5331
    @josepht5331 27 днів тому +38

    That Lebron and Savannah intro interaction was amazing. Reminds me of me and my wife of 12 years 😂.

  • @johnnypasho
    @johnnypasho 27 днів тому +182

    Funny to see JJ doing his best not to smile ear to ear when Bron praised TJ McConnell. He's obviously really happy to have such a legend talk this nicely about his close friend, but also needs to keep it together and not play favoritism. Wholesome moment though, I'm fairly sure TJ will thank him over a glass of wine :)

    • @masongreen1371
      @masongreen1371 27 днів тому +2

      Why does he need to not play favoritism.

    • @johnnypasho
      @johnnypasho 27 днів тому +5

      @@masongreen1371 Just my opinion, so take it as that, but I feel that it is expected from someone aspiring to be NBA Head Coach to be able to separate personal life/relationships from "the Game".
      Not saying he cannot show happiness for his friend, but keeping straight face might be a useful trait for handling all the responsibilities of being a Head Coach.

    • @masongreen1371
      @masongreen1371 27 днів тому

      @@johnnypasho I get what you mean

    • @jlruiz3895
      @jlruiz3895 27 днів тому +4

      He praised him in previous episodes, too. It has to do with the fact that in the IST, tj brought Indy back on that game bc tyrese was playing awful

    • @TheDAWinz
      @TheDAWinz 27 днів тому +3

      @@jlruiz3895 Well not only that but TJ has been fantastic even when he was in Philly, he dropped a tripe double off the bench and he always showed up day to day but especially against the Cavs

  • @jaybrack7272
    @jaybrack7272 27 днів тому +50

    Love what Bron said about Caitlin Clark 👌 that evil laugh at 47:53

  • @brandonmays1363
    @brandonmays1363 27 днів тому +70

    Derrick Jones Jr is another that deserves a big recognition in his role

    • @richards3695
      @richards3695 27 днів тому +7

      Derrick White also. Single handley won Boston a cpl games by himself it seem like

    • @kedrprao
      @kedrprao 27 днів тому +15

      DJJ fadeaway jumper in Game 6 clutch time against OKC got ZERO media coverage. It was baffling. That was an insane shot.

    • @donnellm6274
      @donnellm6274 27 днів тому +4

      It just goes to show that if you work on your game, it will get better! EVERYBODY that knows Derrick Jones KNOWS he was ONLY a dunker!! Now he hitting 3's! I get it, everyone don't wanna get better especially if you're content with the millions and fame! Props to both the guys yall mentioned above!

    • @richards3695
      @richards3695 27 днів тому +2

      @donnellm6274 yes! You definitely see he been working in the off season.

    • @CaptainCrunch03
      @CaptainCrunch03 27 днів тому

      @@kedrpraofacts

  • @byron2099
    @byron2099 27 днів тому +61

    This almost too clear 😂 why I feel like I’m in the room. I can see the temperature if that makes sense 😅😂

    • @ReoLeo-ov7xh
      @ReoLeo-ov7xh 27 днів тому

      FEEL the temperature
      (makes more sense)

    • @byron2099
      @byron2099 27 днів тому +7

      @@ReoLeo-ov7xh I know the actual meaning of sensing temperature, that was the nuance in the joke … 👍🏾

  • @RubenLabou
    @RubenLabou 27 днів тому +280

    This is by far the best basketball podcast out

    • @pim5400
      @pim5400 27 днів тому +13

      Numbers On The Board up there too

    • @jamaicanbreezo1913
      @jamaicanbreezo1913 27 днів тому +10

      🧢

    • @YouTubeTroll38
      @YouTubeTroll38 27 днів тому +27

      @@jamaicanbreezo1913 you must not understand bball if you say this cap

    • @Juju00462
      @Juju00462 27 днів тому +4

      This podcast is trash

    • @YaboiPerky
      @YaboiPerky 27 днів тому

      @@UA-camTroll38 lmaoooo what? Hundreds of other podcasts and this is the best? Stick to trolling little fella, clearly you’ve got nothing better going in your life with that room temperature IQ

  • @Kevin.Costner.
    @Kevin.Costner. 27 днів тому +355

    That Thumbnail is devious lmao, That’s that, you just got the job laugh 😭

    • @twiss9341
      @twiss9341 27 днів тому +23

      Interview complete.

    • @Kevin.Costner.
      @Kevin.Costner. 27 днів тому +5

      @@twiss9341On God look at JJ 👹😂

    • @gdgjjjkkk
      @gdgjjjkkk 27 днів тому +16

      Bron happy asl Denver went home😂

    • @duffman1876
      @duffman1876 27 днів тому +3

      When JJ don't get the job you'll come back and complain more🤷🏽‍♂️🍻🍺

    • @ChargersCity
      @ChargersCity 27 днів тому +1

      🙏🙏Blessings forever GOD loves y'all too forever tell everyone you know and don't know. Jesus loves y'all too forever. Teach everyone how to see and enjoy their blessings too forever😊n..

  • @kumsy7170
    @kumsy7170 27 днів тому +19

    Wade dunk on perk has to be one of the nastiest dunks

  • @LastMinuteGuess
    @LastMinuteGuess 27 днів тому +38

    I love me some JJ Redick. I didn't appreciate him when he played but ever since he started doing commentary, I realized what a smart dude he is.

  • @alixus10
    @alixus10 27 днів тому +251

    Lebron sending a message "Any teams out there who want to succeed, need to look at the final 4 and the star role players they have (and that you need) to win a title".

    • @tileavenue
      @tileavenue 27 днів тому +24

      Then why did he get rid of all Lakers role players of 2020 championship season for……Russell Westbrook

    • @Kedvin7
      @Kedvin7 27 днів тому +7

      @@tileavenue ngl you try bringing back that team, back at that level there is no way their salaries will come within limits. There must have been issues financially and emotionally. You also take one piece out everything collapses. We Lakers fans still have no idea but there should have been major issues to get rid of the one of the best teams Lakers had in 20 years.

    • @DJ-ys9pv
      @DJ-ys9pv 27 днів тому +53

      @@tileavenueBC that’s what Rob Pelinka wanted. He is the GM. Better question is why didn’t they sign Ty Lue and even after WB why didn’t they pay Caruso? Oh wait, same answer bc that’s what the GM and Owner wanted

    • @WaveRider1989
      @WaveRider1989 27 днів тому +3

      ​the issue is role players in good teams becomes star quality in bad teams and obviously guys will want the big contracts. Unfortunately un today's basketball it's hard to keep good teams together for big period of time and teams have to pick and choose between 2 or 3 major guy and shuvle the rest. It may work or it may not

    • @andrewchester3527
      @andrewchester3527 27 днів тому

      What a revolutionary concept that basketball is a team sport after all, lebron must’ve thought of that all by himself! What a basketball mastermind! 😂

  • @twiss9341
    @twiss9341 27 днів тому +301

    Doing a compilation of the ‘intro’ sections would be a great video to get people up to speed

    • @cpthegenius
      @cpthegenius 27 днів тому +4

      That, or giving a link to the notes that explain everything at least

    • @YetiCoolBrother
      @YetiCoolBrother 27 днів тому +4

      This, and pin it to the channel homepage

    • @ChargersCity
      @ChargersCity 27 днів тому +3

      🙏🙏Blessings forever GOD loves y'all too forever tell everyone you know and don't know. Jesus loves y'all too forever. Teach everyone how to see and enjoy their blessings too forever,..

    • @shelovet0mmy
      @shelovet0mmy 27 днів тому +2

      Maybe one after every 5 episodes

    • @tmub23
      @tmub23 27 днів тому

      They should take the clips and put them in a playlist

  • @shaanchaudhry5719
    @shaanchaudhry5719 27 днів тому +44

    My appreciation for LeBron making so many Finals appearances has grown exponentially. Has nothing to do with the conferences because if that was a significant variable, we would see it repeated all the time. It’s damn hard and Bron made it look easy for so many years. Will never see anything like it in a very long time.

    • @ReoLeo-ov7xh
      @ReoLeo-ov7xh 27 днів тому

      👍

    • @phatcharaponpreediyanon630
      @phatcharaponpreediyanon630 27 днів тому

      facts

    • @RCTricking
      @RCTricking 26 днів тому +2

      It’s wild to me that people count Lebron making so many finals against him - the Ring culture is crazy. Making the finals so many times is absolutely an accomplishment (hey you beat 27 out of 28 teams!)

    • @ReoLeo-ov7xh
      @ReoLeo-ov7xh 26 днів тому

      @@RCTricking 👍 RIGHT!!

    • @DominiqueWilliams-ue3rx
      @DominiqueWilliams-ue3rx 24 дні тому

      2nd place isn't an accomplishment. Wtf ​@@RCTricking

  • @Macar14
    @Macar14 27 днів тому +110

    Naz Reid be thinking, LeBron talking about me

    • @danandhibb
      @danandhibb 27 днів тому +10

      Lol 😂 right. NAZ says he’s set for life

  • @roblunquest3311
    @roblunquest3311 27 днів тому +4

    This is a breath of fresh air, i’m so sick of SAS and skip and shows like that.

  • @harolddpvp8994
    @harolddpvp8994 27 днів тому +9

    Everything about this show is perfect. The insight into the tactical side, the expression of emotion when talking about scenarios, the production quality, and the chemistry!!!
    Keep it up guys and best of luck for the future ❤️

  • @I_Ace
    @I_Ace 27 днів тому +57

    Just binged all the episodes and episode 8 just dropped. I'm hyped!!!

    • @KadeForever
      @KadeForever 27 днів тому +1

      Damn how long was the binge?

    • @I_Ace
      @I_Ace 26 днів тому +1

      A perfect amount of time. Well worth it

  • @Jaysixmusica
    @Jaysixmusica 27 днів тому +159

    Savannah and Bron give me hope that luv aint dead 🤞🏼

    • @keefriff99
      @keefriff99 27 днів тому +5

      Seriously haha

    • @officialthomasjames
      @officialthomasjames 27 днів тому +15

      Only problem is none of us are Bron

    • @dileckma7552
      @dileckma7552 27 днів тому +1

      i swear

    • @diversefloater8768
      @diversefloater8768 27 днів тому +8

      Ok, so you have to be a 6'8 multi millionaire to maintain a healthy relationship. Nope, I've still lost all faith in love based off that bruh. You're reaching with this comment.

    • @tumadre326
      @tumadre326 27 днів тому

      @@diversefloater8768u right but I think u meant billionaire bro

  • @yegrosal
    @yegrosal 27 днів тому +6

    I like this series, and I also really respect it. JJ has complained often about lowest-common-denominator basketball talk, and he's actually putting in the time and energy into trying to do something about it and educating the audience. A LOT of respect for what he's doing.

  • @alexruffin5961
    @alexruffin5961 27 днів тому +178

    Experience or no experience…….you can’t deny the knowledge JJ has of the game.

    • @L3yL1n3
      @L3yL1n3 27 днів тому +8

      He was in the NBA so he has the credentials

    • @andrewchester3527
      @andrewchester3527 27 днів тому

      But the lakers can definitely deny a rookie head coach who will guaranteed fold in the playoffs, just as he did as a player

    • @bulziahebrand
      @bulziahebrand 27 днів тому +10

      @@andrewchester3527they gave Nash a chance…Why not 🤷🏾‍♂️

    • @Daryl42
      @Daryl42 27 днів тому

      @@andrewchester3527Maybe he folded as a player because his best hand was in coaching.

    • @Tonightstar0527
      @Tonightstar0527 27 днів тому

      @@bulziahebrandNash is the real deal

  • @SPIIIVA
    @SPIIIVA 27 днів тому +31

    Lebron’s opening comments about Bronny almost drug me to tears. Thats a proud father givin praise to his boy. Fathers take note!

  • @officialthomasjames
    @officialthomasjames 27 днів тому +101

    Bron photographic memory in full effect talking about game 7.

    • @mitchell7309
      @mitchell7309 27 днів тому +2

      He doesn’t have a photographic memory. He just has a good memory of games he played in. A lot of players do stop acting like it’s so special.

    • @kaza818
      @kaza818 27 днів тому +17

      @@mitchell7309but you don’t have a proof that he doesn’t ,don’t hate .

    • @_theperfectvibe
      @_theperfectvibe 27 днів тому +12

      @@mitchell7309he does it’s not even that unique of a trait but combined with his bball IQ its one of a king

    • @PotatoGunCamper
      @PotatoGunCamper 27 днів тому

      @@mitchell7309He has high level game play recall for both games he has played in and games he has watched. He is taking in the game with peak level domain knowledge and recall. There are some good clips of him recalling plays.
      You see this with high level poker players and even day traders both using the DOM and to a lesser degree charts.

    • @crimsion5421
      @crimsion5421 27 днів тому +1

      @@kaza818 It's not hating, and you can't prove a negative (Plus one where you have the burden of proof), do you have proof that he does.

  • @arkoudiou
    @arkoudiou 27 днів тому +14

    The video quality is like watching a movie at an IMAX theatre😂
    Always some of the best basketball analysis out there. Well done

  • @quinkim1
    @quinkim1 27 днів тому +12

    savannah's 30-second guest appearance was icing on the cake 😂

  • @fearlesskingdom4051
    @fearlesskingdom4051 27 днів тому +35

    Great video LeBron and JJ

  • @isaaco290
    @isaaco290 27 днів тому +16

    We need an episode on Lebron talking through his mentality for Game 6 ECF vs the Celtics

    • @LeslieBarber-hz1se
      @LeslieBarber-hz1se 27 днів тому +5

      There is a video of LeBron talking about his EFC game against the Celtics

  • @mcastro02
    @mcastro02 27 днів тому +58

    if you know basketball at any level, this is the podcast for you, basketball master class

    • @KadeForever
      @KadeForever 27 днів тому +2

      Even better for the people who don’t know basketball.

  • @jacobmontgomery1954
    @jacobmontgomery1954 27 днів тому +13

    This show makes me love basketball so much more. I’m glad theirs guys out there that enjoy taking the X and Os of the game. That’s the only way casuals will learn and I’m no casual by any means but even I learn a lot every episode so thank you guys

  • @jxtan9471
    @jxtan9471 27 днів тому +87

    Now I want a "Mind the game" t shirt.

    • @camwhit8
      @camwhit8 27 днів тому +6

      I wonder if it's for sale anywhere?

    • @thunderouso6662
      @thunderouso6662 26 днів тому

      Me 2

    • @stephenobisanya
      @stephenobisanya 26 днів тому

      I was literally gonna say the same thing just off the strength of the design. DROP THE MERCH BOYS!!!

  • @followthereaper567
    @followthereaper567 27 днів тому +15

    Been watching from the first episode consistently. This mighta been my favourite episode, good back n forth smiles n laughs. Obvi the info is super quality as well

  • @McDee
    @McDee 27 днів тому +14

    as a Timberwolves fan I love that we get to hear more from Lebron about our teams lehnth

  • @YahyaBensouda-ig1wk
    @YahyaBensouda-ig1wk 27 днів тому +2

    Man, I feel irrelevant talking here, but first that logo for the podcast is fire. Second, I am not even kidding you, despite I don't understand most of the lexicon that is been used here, while knowing I played basketball for fun in my youth and still love it, you guys are hell of conversationalist and would have loved to meet you even though I wouldn't survive a second in your technical world. What I know for certain is that you speak my language, the language of people who think before they speak and do know what they are talking about, so we could connect on that level no matter the subject matter. Third, and I am not even lying, I took the time to come back to that podcast that JJ Redick is referring to when he speaks about Lebron's teammates hating on him. He does really talk about that in fact. And his guest did have quite a reaction to coach Paul Silas' quote. Man, thank you for showing to the world that, no matter the media, we still can do a hell of a job and still excel at it. That abreviation that Lebron came up with (FAT) though is so brilliant that it did in fact blew my mind and still does. Propos to you both for spreading the word of wisdom, whatever the subject matter may be. Peace

  • @AshleyMichaud
    @AshleyMichaud 27 днів тому +64

    ALWAYS FOUL up 3….. and then Game 1 Celtics Pacers happened 😂😂😂

    • @SheppiTSRodriguez
      @SheppiTSRodriguez 27 днів тому +3

      I was screaming at the screen.

    • @mickydem5920
      @mickydem5920 26 днів тому

      Agreed but in that specific example Siakam was late and he could’ve fouled him and Jaylen still hits it and they lose the game right there

  • @Neuri
    @Neuri 27 днів тому +12

    So cool for the Lakers to put the interview public!

  • @derrickm4
    @derrickm4 27 днів тому +2

    The quality is amazing!!🔥

  • @theuniverse7227
    @theuniverse7227 27 днів тому +11

    Production improves with each episode

  • @jacobmontgomery1954
    @jacobmontgomery1954 27 днів тому +6

    Thank you guys! Every time I wake up on a day y’all drop it such a good sag

  • @bRIOn909
    @bRIOn909 27 днів тому +60

    Indiana threw that game away….

    • @DeAndresTellez
      @DeAndresTellez 27 днів тому +9

      Jaylen Brown is much better than people think

    • @markg3073
      @markg3073 27 днів тому

      @bRIOn909 absolutely blew it.
      hopefully they steal game 2

    • @camchun
      @camchun 27 днів тому +4

      @@DeAndresTellez i agree with you but thats not what he said. Pacers had so many stupid turnovers towards the end

    • @nuneazy7020
      @nuneazy7020 27 днів тому

      Man bad all across the board

    • @davidfebreeze428
      @davidfebreeze428 27 днів тому +1

      To be fair the Celtics had pretty big Leads they blew as well and if the pacers get the win one could easily say the Celtics blew it but naturally the main focus will always be on what happens at the end of the game

  • @jvfresh3053
    @jvfresh3053 27 днів тому +18

    Bron would literally be the best analyst on tv if he was on a show.

  • @KoachKardo
    @KoachKardo 27 днів тому +9

    “I made the pod!” WHAT A QUEEN!

  • @Ightgfshmulmk
    @Ightgfshmulmk 27 днів тому +46

    4am Pacific is wild

    • @tileavenue
      @tileavenue 27 днів тому

      7pm China time, perfect for me
      Only “wild “ for you

  • @bigdripbobz1072
    @bigdripbobz1072 27 днів тому +14

    D Wade's execution of the 'Drive Away' move was one of the reason he aesthetically was such a smooth player, he executed that play to perfection every time! D wade one of my faves of all time! By the way, 5:17 , too funny how JJ explained the most complex play of all for a whole damn minute: The advanced pass 😂😂😂. I think we all get it when we hear the term (even if you don't play bball lol)

    • @jimmoore8951
      @jimmoore8951 27 днів тому +2

      Flash was great at getting to the hoop and finishing off the drive away but rejecting screens is nothing new and neither is the advance pass off an outlet pass to beat a team to the basket that might be slow getting back on D. Also, the pick and roll has always been the most basic play in 🏀 and drop/hedge/blitz/switching coverage are just KYP (know your personnel) options for the situation. The defensive rotations and counter moves offensively are what intrigues me now. I played in the throw it into the post and clear out days where there was a lot of 1-on-1, which was fun but this pace and space era is not just fun to play but more interesting to watch

  • @RicoSoprano_
    @RicoSoprano_ 27 днів тому +19

    That was the longest 2 weeks ever it felt like a month. Glad my GOAT back and Savannah made the pod🔥

  • @siddharthmulherkar8910
    @siddharthmulherkar8910 27 днів тому +7

    Hi JJ and Lebron, as someone who's always wanted to learn basketball strategy and nuances behind the plays this podcast has been really great. A suggestion: When JJ explains plays in the beginning it would be great if you could show a video of an example of what you are explaining.

    • @ReoLeo-ov7xh
      @ReoLeo-ov7xh 27 днів тому

      you PAY nothing for these episodes,
      it's FREE .. duh!

  • @youngdai9094
    @youngdai9094 27 днів тому +52

    “They got a lot of length” is gonna be meme’d im callin it now🤣

  • @dillyboyq
    @dillyboyq 27 днів тому +14

    We are insanely blessed to be able to hear these points of view already. Imagine all the stories n experiences Bron has to share once he retires… I’m always dreading the day but I’m glad I got to witness 20+ years of greatness.

  • @BAMAMADEMG
    @BAMAMADEMG 27 днів тому +4

    Video quality is spectacular another great video

  • @Onamorata
    @Onamorata 27 днів тому +3

    Love this podcast so much. Played basketball as a kid and just a casual watcher now, but I love when you’re able to see people at their best and the wealth of knowledge that is put forth, it’s amazing. This has me watching basketball differently now.
    Thank you both!

  • @Hasmoon1
    @Hasmoon1 27 днів тому +7

    CAN WE PLEASE BRING RAJON RONDO ON HERE AS A GUEST!

  • @DWALLE1
    @DWALLE1 27 днів тому +18

    Greatest basketball podcast explaining the game - plays, coverages, strengths, weaknesses etc. I swear as I watch the games, I'm actually seeing the plays that are being explained on here being ran before my eyes and how the opposing team attempts to counter act. Amazing. Great work guys...keep it up.

    • @ReoLeo-ov7xh
      @ReoLeo-ov7xh 27 днів тому +1

      YEP!!
      (we feel the same way)

  • @grisgell
    @grisgell 27 днів тому +2

    Always love this pod

  • @MrOhio-hm8jy
    @MrOhio-hm8jy 27 днів тому +2

    Last 9mins were Dope🤞🏿

  • @ForeverBlu_Sports
    @ForeverBlu_Sports 27 днів тому +2

    Love that this Podcast started 💯🔥🤝

  • @dwtheshoecollector208
    @dwtheshoecollector208 27 днів тому +7

    Aww we love Savannah 😊

  • @GGBlackz
    @GGBlackz 27 днів тому

    The quality is crazy 👏🏾

  • @ALMIGHTYY_B
    @ALMIGHTYY_B 26 днів тому

    Everything yall doing here is 5 stars 12/10 for me personally.. it’s the little things.. the logo.. the intro music.. all of it. Genuinely look forward to this!

  • @stevenharris5812
    @stevenharris5812 27 днів тому +12

    this video so crisp omg 😭😭😭

  • @michaeljayrobjaya6616
    @michaeljayrobjaya6616 27 днів тому +8

    "he's gonna struggle to score." 😂😂😂😂😅

  • @rodvazfel
    @rodvazfel 27 днів тому +2

    I’m loving the vibe of you two.

  • @Lilrizzy4real1
    @Lilrizzy4real1 27 днів тому +1

    I love learning basketball from you guys thanks so much !!

  • @playboiethan8926
    @playboiethan8926 27 днів тому +7

    Favorite podcast

  • @Redeemedentertainment
    @Redeemedentertainment 27 днів тому +7

    I like the mind the game shirt.

  • @unranked_podcast
    @unranked_podcast 27 днів тому +1

    one of the best pods in the game - just good clean basketball talk

  • @Rafgames223
    @Rafgames223 27 днів тому

    Appreciate the content!

  • @Neogamingz
    @Neogamingz 27 днів тому +5

    16:10 I would've been cracked up 😂😂😂

  • @ibejammin5993
    @ibejammin5993 27 днів тому +22

    If you dont like Lebron James your a hater. Period. Bro has done nothing but put his hard work achieved his goals and more. Bought his single mother a crib and anything she ever could want. Also hes been nothing but a positive role model to all who watch him. I admire what Bron has done he motivates me to do better in life man 💪

    • @tkbreen1381
      @tkbreen1381 25 днів тому +4

      People forget he had such a hard start to life, you can not like him but why spend so much energy hating

    • @evananthony2337
      @evananthony2337 23 дні тому +1

      He called himself the goat.. automatically out. 4 of 9 he’s out. If he didn’t call himself goat I’d really like him.

    • @ImOreoSticks
      @ImOreoSticks 21 день тому +1

      @@evananthony2337cry about it lmao he IS the goat. There has never been a better player to ever touch a basketball period. go argue with a wall 🤣

  • @samkelomthembu2712
    @samkelomthembu2712 25 днів тому

    learning so much on this pod. so so much

  • @thetalents6507
    @thetalents6507 27 днів тому +1

    This was the best episode. Keep it up fellas!

  • @officialthomasjames
    @officialthomasjames 27 днів тому +9

    Pacers would be a 10th seed with Ham as their coach.

  • @AllThingsAnimeX
    @AllThingsAnimeX 27 днів тому +63

    LeGM done made it happen we just waiting for Reddick to sign 😭

    • @duffman1876
      @duffman1876 27 днів тому +4

      If it doesn't happen what will you say then?🤔🍻🍺

    • @Br0NZ0
      @Br0NZ0 27 днів тому +1

      Facts💯😂

    • @aquartermil
      @aquartermil 27 днів тому +1

      Yall gone turn on him just like every coach bron has had…

    • @accelerationgate5089
      @accelerationgate5089 27 днів тому

      no

  • @GreenRiot
    @GreenRiot 25 днів тому

    Thank you so much for making this podcast! I love the technical analysis

  • @hbginc4553
    @hbginc4553 27 днів тому

    First time I have ever tuned in and the video quality is nuts

  • @EazyHoops
    @EazyHoops 27 днів тому +3

    JJ and producers! Please please, do not feel “rushed” about breaking down the game/coverages/actions. You mentioned that in the beginning and that is 1 of the many things that makes you guys unique! No one really cares to break down the game like this nor as knowledgeable. So don’t feel bad. I love basketball and this is one of the first times I’m getting nba level education about the game. Please never switch up on that, love the pod thus far!!!

  • @The1andonlyjayy
    @The1andonlyjayy 27 днів тому +3

    JJ : BREATHES
    Bron : YUP🙂‍↕️

  • @ManiaticoZX
    @ManiaticoZX 27 днів тому +1

    Thank you for the refreshers! I know some of these plays but English is not my mother language, so i can either learn the play or get a refresher. I thank you guys for that ❤❤

  • @jamesmay9955
    @jamesmay9955 27 днів тому +1

    love listening to you guys!!! Keep it up, or hey JJ if you wanna chop it up on the sideline with Lebron, that will work too....do the podcast on the plane during the finals next year!!!!

  • @austincarlson9270
    @austincarlson9270 27 днів тому +8

    I will never get tired of Lebron's "lenth" talk 😂.

  • @karanjetley
    @karanjetley 27 днів тому +18

    18 seconds ago is crazyy

  • @jayy6420
    @jayy6420 27 днів тому +2

    Damn, the video quality on this episode is 🔥

  • @cheech4209
    @cheech4209 27 днів тому

    Coming leaps and bounds my boys beautiful quality and understanding basketball pod, honestly this is something Fresh and change up from the rest of the basketball media I love it

  • @geewhizinfo
    @geewhizinfo 27 днів тому +2

    This podcast is not only a credit to your knowledge and experience, but a credit to the sport itself. It helps me savor and appreciate the games at a much deeper level understanding the concepts discussed.

  • @RyanClark-dl3sd
    @RyanClark-dl3sd 27 днів тому +3

    Rudy Gobert is the Michael Jordan of Javale Mcgees.

  • @jadeynlovely827
    @jadeynlovely827 27 днів тому +1

    Lol the way JJ smirks when Bron brings up Tj Mconnell. 15:20

  • @avediskalbaklian7405
    @avediskalbaklian7405 26 днів тому

    This pod makes you watch a game in a different way ! Loving it !

  • @Royallyiinfamous
    @Royallyiinfamous 27 днів тому +6

    You know how it go Bro, let Vanna do whatever Vanna doing 😂😂😂😂

  • @MrJrLewis23
    @MrJrLewis23 27 днів тому +8

    I love these two together, man.. Lol. The laugh about the JJ coaching rumors (I think that's what JJ was hinting at) had me weak lol.

  • @jjusher1
    @jjusher1 26 днів тому +1

    This podcast is loudly very informative and insightful... I feel like I'm actually learning more about basketball..

  • @JC-gi5dp
    @JC-gi5dp 27 днів тому +2

    The explanations do not need to be quick at the start JJ, we love the in-depth analysis and strategies being discussed so we can be on the same page as you'all

  • @Mrmeseeks48823
    @Mrmeseeks48823 27 днів тому +6

    Am I the only one that saw the spit go into LeBron beard and sit there @10:22? 😂

  • @shottastee
    @shottastee 27 днів тому +4

    Off topic but why they got JJ in those big ass headphones 😂😂