Basketball Evolution | LeBron James and JJ Redick | Mind the Game

Welcome to Episode 3 of Mind the Game with LeBron James and JJ Redick. In this episode, JJ and LeBron talk about adapting and evolving with the game of basketball. Each of them discuss lessons they learned in high school that helped shape the rest of their careers. Next the guys talk about college basketball and whether LeBron ever wishes he could've played in the NCAA tournament / March Madness. Then the guys move on to talk about LeBron's first NBA basket and the way the game has changed from way back then to today. JJ goes on to discuss the impact of the 2009 Orlando Magic and why Stan Van Gundy's offense was revolutionary at the time. The rest of the conversation centers around LeBron's time with Dwyane Wade, Chris Bosh and the Miami Heat. They talk through how the team recovered from the 2011 NBA Finals against the Dallas Mavericks and Coach Erik Spoelstra's innovation that led to NBA championships and how Chris Bosh had to sacrifice for the good of the team. Then we take a beat to appreciate how Chris Bosh influenced many of today's big men like Bam Adebayo, Nikola Jokic and Chet Holmgren. This is such a fun episode so let's get to it.
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[@VixualizeYT]

Whoever said LBJ and JJ Reddick should have a podcast is a genius

[@lucastunningley997]

And of course ppl were hating on it and idk how you can hate on this

[@LL-rc2ol]

when i heard bron was gonna be having a podcast i immediatley had an orgasm

[@RCTricking]

Great pairing

[@therealist2798]

...but unfortunately lots of black people are mad that Lebron chose JJ to do this podcast with.

[@jaron312]

@@therealist2798they should know Lebron and his team did it for a reason

[@stanleybrown6793]

No yelling, no hot takes, no bs filler segments just attention to detail. 🍷 5K 😳 God bless each and every one of you twice over!

[@rangergaming8316]

Absolutely love it. I also love how the episodes progressively become longer every week. Hopefully next week it's even longer because I can't get enough of it.

[@sunrisepups4376]

Sooooogooooood

[@jootpepet]

I like Gil's arena too tho. Totally different vibes but both incredibly entertaining. I watch PG and Dray too

[@breonmitchell2443]

This show bored😂😂😂Jj reddick corny

[@derekmurrey9655]

literally one of these comments every episode lol

[@show-uchannel]

This is almost like getting an online professor teaching us a lecture on basketball schematics. Honestly really cool because I never got to see this level of basketball understanding

[@twist7533]

You obviously didn't play basketball at good level (not pro) If you think they sharing insane knowledges of the game. They teaching basic stuffs for all the people who don't play basketball seriously and talking bad about the players skills or their defense. This is a hard game and they want you to understand that by doing this podcast.

[@JobvanderZwan]

@@twist7533 perhaps, but at the same time LeBron and JJ probably deserve to be considered baskeball professors with how much they studied the game. If this is relatively basic stuff that doesn't make them less knowledgeable, it's just more like the equivalent to a professor doing pop-science outreach.

[@1yungez]

casual

[@toneygetsbuckets7286]

The only thing that separates most players is how fast or slow they process all of this stuff in the action during the game.

[@jermo1213]

They lying about alot of shit.

[@MarcelasHoward]

Idk why but Bron calling Paul Pierce “PP” got me weak 😂

[@sttuffwithjoe4477]

May the Good Lord bless you Marcelas mane

[@daiemmohammad8640]

pp went to poo

[@borey2smoovef860]

Legoat😊

[@TuneRealpolitik]

Kobe Bryant had a series on ESPN called “Detail” where he broke down plays. How great would it had been to see Kobe with Bron and JJ talking basketball over a glass of wine.

[@JacolbyWilliams-mr4me]

@Sensei_88_yo mama a man

[@jaybronjames9680]

Kobe is a rapist and he choked a 3-1 lead

[@Iamedison]

Detail was fire

[@mr3000sr]

Detail was different I get what you think you’re saying though… it wouldn’t have happened…. Sorry

[@thomofmaine]

It would have been on the schedule for sure and it would have been amazing.

[@BestFitSquareChannel]

At 74.6 yrs young, 39+ million minutes, and tens of thousands of minutes watching BB, a basketball fanatic for 60/65 yrs. An LBJ fan since forever and admirer of JJ, this program is incomparable. A privilege I cherish and will cherish forever and a day. Thank you. Best wishes.

[@1JamesHunter]

They're talking about basketball... If you watched these videos and except for terminology.... What did you learn??

[@1JamesHunter]

You can't make basketball complicated... Period. These "concepts" are fundamental, basic, what you learn as a small child. These guys are just using terminology as the "wisdom "... Believe me. Their were more plays in older generations. The game has evolved to less plays and allow the player to have "freedom" to figure it out, with their own talents.

[@Dedman_Tech]

@@1JamesHunter WDYM? There's plenty to learn from basketball plays, to basketball history, stories, techniques, etc.

[@dailymotivations0421]

​@@1JamesHuntergrow a hair mfer

[@StufffTV]

@@1JamesHunter I dont think i'm gonna believe you James i'm sorry, you're just another guy like me, the guys on the video on the other hand have quite the resume to be saying what they're saying...

[@californiapapii322]

This episode made me truly appreciate coaching because imagine spoelstra making a finals appearance and then saying “we need a whole new offense”. An adjustment after losing is normal but he revolutionized their team and future offenses

[@Phoresight]

man i knew he was a great coach and excelled in the film room but going to Oregon and studying chip kellys spread offense and applying it to the heat? Thats so dope

[@cousinchris5851]

As a 102 year old man who have seen every second of NBA/ABA basketball ever played. I have to say that this is by far the most intellectual hoops conversations I've ever seen on youtube. Bravo to James and Reddick for elevating my b-ball IQ these past few weeks

[@thatguygabe7670]

As a 300 year old man I’m able to appreciate it as well

[@ceezeeemowndeadzombie4014]

It’s cute you thought this was funny enough to comment.

[@khalmasonart]

As a 2 year old boy I relate as well

[@adamhebert507]

Boy AI just says whatever it wants

[@Derellrassy87]

As a baby still in the womb I say this was very entertaining

[@celticsalltheway]

My 2 year old nephew is watching this instead of paw patrol. Project Lebron starting with IQ 😂

[@Wavy5556]

The cap yall put out to gobble this man up is crazy. Lmao but at least you got your likes tho

[@WetNut68]

@@Wavy5556I’m pretty sure he meant, he’s having his nephew watch it, he literally says project lebron at the end

[@jahmalduncan8951]

@@Wavy5556get that hate out ur heart

[@Zsadist14122]

​@@Wavy5556 blinded by hate,eh?

[@Wavy5556]

@@jahmalduncan8951 don’t have no hate in my heart at all. Stop getting offended I wasn’t talking to you

[@bikoy143]

The fact that you start off by calling out suggestions from the comments shows how much you listen to the audience and your commitment to quality content. Absolutely love this.

[@rangergaming8316]

JJ acknowledging the animations suggestions is nice. Hopefully in the future they get to it but it seems like maybe next episode or episode 5 which is most likely the next shooting session they'll have the whiteboard which will be great.

[@12delorean6]

animations !PLZ!

[@rangergaming8316]

@@12delorean6 I think they'll get to it now that JJ has acknowledged it.

[@jaygeeeeee]

​@@rangergaming8316I hope so! Selfishly just because I hate the sound of felt tip on paper 😅

[@rangergaming8316]

@@jaygeeeeee I agree, I hate that sound as well. It causes me to cringe like crazy.

[@Karkarot98]

I like basketball. I watch it, I follow it, but I am a german football fanatic and don't understand the game of basketball really. I watch it for fun, for entertainment. But starting to understand plays and why teams run them and to hear these two guys talk about it brings the sport for me personally to another level. Big props, fantastic podcast!

[@haydenlucas2570]

I can’t explain how much I love this podcast. Coming from someone who absorbes the game as much as I can. I can sit down and watch this endlessly without being tired of it. Just straight basketball talk for an hour. I’m so glad this podcast is a thing.

[@xaviershelviejohnson5771]

Seeing jj give bron shit about watching his own highlights is absolutely gold. We never see this side of lebron and he comes off way more likeable. I am loving this.

[@andrelee2803]

I’m happy this podcast is helping people realize the basketball aspect of lebron these last 20 years have been some of the greatest basketball we will ever see. Enjoy basketball who cares which team he goes to or teammates he gets to come play with him.

[@xaviershelviejohnson5771]

@@andrelee2803 couldn't agree more

[@Snickerszn]

Everyone is hating on social media on every nba player is a joke. Someone could win every nba award and chip and people would say it’s not enough. We will never see another LJ so enjoy it!! He’s the most talented and best player ever. He devoured his life to the game and won’t see that again also. He’s at the highest level!!

[@theYT_moderator]

The NBA is awesome

[@theYT_moderator]

@@jxmmykriminallive liking your own comment AND being corny? Tough Wednesday

[@DragonballG.]

JJ - “This play is very simple” Me - Nods head, not even knowing which X is offence

[@stringer2295]

O you too? 🤣🤣🤣

[@monarekabi4002]

​@@stringer2295 I see what you did there😂

[@stringer2295]

@@monarekabi4002 let me be honest, it was by accident and I didn’t realize it until you pointed it out 🤣🤣🤣

[@garytuttle8753]

all these terms they throwing out got my head spinning lol

[@YourMomsBigPurpleKnockers]

😂

[@Dewalthasmymoney]

It has never crossed my mind that a podcast on the Xs and Os of basketball would be so awesome and entertaining. I love this shit. And honestly? As a big fan of NBA ball for nearly 40 years, I realized I know far less about the basic strategies behind basketball than I thought I did.

[@charlesnelthorpe9252]

the editing in of clips and terms even after JJ explained them at the top helps us rubes keep up without having to hit the back button a few times to hear it again. I admit now I've had the wrong impression of Lebron for years. Seems everything he does on the court is to win, with the clock running or after the whistle it's not straight-up unadulterated ego, it all serves a purpose. I didn't realize how many head-games are going on all at once for 4 quarters. I mean, mf'ers go off and do wild shit occasionally but the amount of games decided by a couple plays one way or the other makes all the little pieces essential, even sometimes pulling comedy faces arguing with refs on some straight forward call. (Kyle Lowry, former Raptor, is one of my favs in this arena) 😆

[@Phoresight]

@@charlesnelthorpe9252 kyle is a great example on how much impact a great role player can have on a team too

[@SM-qe4wd]

Hey man, kudos to your humility for realizing that and adjusting your outlook on basketball

[@djmod45]

This podcast is an absolute dream...the best part of my week. Media outlets constantly pander to the lowest common denominator, the truth is, there is an immense amount of people that WANT to be elevated. Thanks JJ - I was in a dark place with basketball for a while, but all your podcasts have really rejuvenated my love for the game.

[@KH-no7ph]

What's crazy is I watch this podcast in the afternoon and then at night as I'm watching League Pass I see an action and I think, "oh that's a split screen," or "oh he's tagging." Can't wait to observe the short roll in live action--those clips of the Warriors doing it are beautiful.

[@RonaldMcGhee]

Yes! I believe this is a goal of the podcast as well. Very great on their part. No other podcast is explaining basketball like this.

[@trevonemurry1382]

Facts, kinda do it on 2k as well

[@sjw4life546]

Yup. Before, I used to just watch the games, now I pay attention to the games if that makes sense

[@highlightking0]

@@sjw4life546the game within the game is always fun to watch

[@treyboeyink3486]

Jokic is the best short roller of all time, must see tv

[@Bongwater1]

JJ loved every minute of Bron opening up about that Magic series 😂😂😂

[@MdBullies]

😂😂

[@BrodRien-li5uu]

Bro knew what he was doing😂

[@LCBi-di3gi]

“The O looks like a basketball , and that confuses them” 😂😂😂😂😂

[@jellekeyaerts5744]

the last part, where you're talking about everyone's importance to win is the exact reason why i believe the goat conversation can't be based on rings. a players greatness can't be decided on whether everyone is playing good or bad. a player isn't alone on the team. winning is a team effort

[@jalenkyle93]

38 8 8 with no spacing in a playoff series is crazy work

[@mzr7649]

cavs really ain’t surround bron with much which is crazy considering generational talent like that fell into their lap

[@jackjax7921]

@@mzr7649 because they dont want them beating Jordan's ring. There is a reason why no team has 3 peated again since Phil Jackson.

[@joshreid1006]

@@jackjax7921Lakers did it with Phil so I have no clue what that has to do with Jordan.

[@shepardice3775]

​@@jackjax7921A three peat will probably never happen again. The Warriors obviously would've done it if KD didn't get hurt but these days every team is just too talented and roster moves happen too quickly

[@mr3000sr]

@@joshreid1006 key word…. Since Phil…

[@masonparker24]

JJ treating the general audience as 9/10 year olds is unironically what makes this pod so good

[@welennelew9866]

Dude We are not nba players, let's not act like you would know every single thing they are gonna be talking about if it wasn't briefed to you beforehand

[@mario98730]

In terms of actual basketball knowledge, we're all toddlers. Sometimes I wish JJ would break things down even simpler tbh lol

[@jakeequality8065]

​@@welennelew9866grow up .. basketball is not rocket science...you guys are funny😂😂😂😂

[@JakeEpooh]

​@@welennelew9866I think be was being serious. I, for one, feel like he's explaining things right at my level, AKA a 9/10 year old. 🤣🤣🤣

[@welennelew9866]

@@JakeEpooh nobody is gonna really understand all those jargons if they are not on that level

[@homiefromfl]

I wish they make 100 episodes of this. It's fucking DELECTABLE to hear true, pure basketball talk. Also, shout out to Bron for giving Chris Bosh his flowers. Man knows just how valuable and phenomenal of a ball player CB was. Good shit.

[@CameronRoser-Peet]

Yes i loved the bit about Bosh too. Ive always said he was up there with Dirk and KG as some of the big men that really changed the game and helped it get to where it is now

[@maricarnuevo4406]

These two are better than the ones that have podcasts now. Very articulate persons talking to each other, very professional approach in other words.... LEBRON AND JJ ARE ELITE!!!!

[@rangergaming8316]

Facts!

[@laoluAD]

One of the dopest things about this is how JJ humanizes Bron a little more, I like how he’s like dude, you watch your shit man 😂, and you see things online just like we all do, It’s okay. Most of what we get to see about Bron are all the super human athletic feats he accomplishes and breaking records every other game. It’s easy to forget that at the same time, he’s a dude having a human experience like everyone else.

[@andrewchiu6226]

Yup. Whenever pro athletes are allowed to just talk about the game itself, they become just like you and me - two coworkers talking about work and opening up about their frustrations, their oops and "IMO this is the best way to do it" opinions. The personalities naturally come through. The NBA media space is so much about turning the sport into Reality TV that this opportunity is like breathing oxygen for the first time to them.

[@tommydoesntmiss-]

Yeah exactly that, and especially that last clip there. Love seeing him as down to earth and a guy that loves to joke and enjoy the game, despite having all the pressure and expectations in the world for the last 20 years

[@user-dc7um4pr3f]

JJ definitely doesn't kiss his ass. JJ is a lot like RJ that LeBron played with. And I hope they talk about RJ. Because a good teammate for LeBron is someone who knows he's amazing but not perfect. RJ probably brought that in the lockerroom and JJ definitely brings that on this pod.

[@sambarta9865]

JJ on track to have a more successful post career than NBA career, going down as a top 20 shooter ever. Damn.

[@NoVisionGuy]

Top 20? more like Top 50, no hate, I love JJ

[@schuylersavage276]

@@NoVisionGuywhat? He’s top 20 in 3s made AND percentage….he’s easily a top 20 3 point shooter ever.

[@rodneysam3574]

No, JJ had a successful NBA career and a great college career. He played 15 years and was solid.

[@obe124]

@@schuylersavage276 NoVision is a casual like flight reacts

[@ThePrepAquatic]

Real ones know College Reddick was legendary!

[@jeffli9827]

As someone who likes watching basketball but never played, I’m learning so much and it makes watching games a lot more fun. Thank you

[@rileyfuller8304]

My #1 favorite pod rn. Glad everyone in the basketball community is loving it as well -- let's set the demand for new sports podcasts going forward by giving positive feedback to sports content like this; Would love to see pods in this style for Football, Baseball, and any other sport honestly. The level of analyzation and appreciation for the game is unmatched.

[@jonathanyeo2145]

JJ explaining why he uses X's instead of O's is great

[@HVBRSoF]

honestly, I'd have used the letter "D" instead of O's so the kids can really avoid being confused and used O for offense. so D and O's instead of X and O's. and I'd be writing D1, D2, D3, etc to denote which defender, and O1, O2, O3 etc. to denote which offensive player.

[@jaywinger79]

I think that that would be even more confusing because capital Ds often can look close to being​ Os, especially if they are drawn rapidly. So I think you need to have two contrasting letter forms that aren't remotely close to each other. Just my opinion. @@HVBRSoF

[@atSlickBoiChris]

@@HVBRSoFmy brain can’t comprehend how kids are confused when you tell them O is offensive and X is defensive.

[@jonselair]

Lebron not even retired already a top 3 basketball analyst and podcast host damn

[@rangergaming8316]

I just thought of something. Most likely in the future we'll see some changes to the criteria of the Basketball Hall of Fame to include podcasts like this to be counted towards broadcasting and it would be funny is Bron becomes a 2 time Hall of Famer lol

[@liamnelson6573]

@@rangergaming8316doing backflip on it

[@kevinjames60]

@@liamnelson6573😂😂😂😂😂 foreal tho

[@ninenine2438]

​@@rangergaming8316 goddamn Lebron's 🍆 is touching yo stomach rn

[@infinityinf1]

Im always skeptical when people (in this case LeBron) say “yep” a lot while someone is talking. It makes me doubt if they are really following the conversation. But LBJ knows exactly what he’s talking about because he can anticipate what JJ is saying and add nuanced insights.

[@davidkim603]

Love this podcast. So much more info than I thought I needed to love basketball more. As someone who didn't play basketball, it really helped. I just wish though, there were several example of each play action snippets of actual games. The snippets that were shown were gold. But even more examples bring the point home. Even to have LBJ and JJ watch the examples as they talk about it... even more so would be mind blowing. Keep these podcasts coming.

[@jakeb7754]

Every time an episode drops it feels like payday 😂

[@tgonnabfamous13]

It drop on my actual payday 🙌🏿😭

[@rangergaming8316]

lol

[@KhanAquatics]

Haha for real

[@elihurumanyari6657]

Exactly😂😂😂

[@etherealhoney96]

Looool honestly you’re right

[@User-jl3on]

With Rondo retiring PLEASE can you try get him on this as a special guest. What's better than 2 great basketball minds? 3 of them :D

[@BIGMAJPRIME1]

Rondo will officially be working on "All the smoke"

[@tellsteveharveyidontwanthe2283]

id like rondo on here to but i feel like since the 2022 incident with the threats towards a woman everyone is hesitant cause of backlash

[@handsomeX]

​@tellsteveharveyidontwanthe2283 Oh snap i forgot about that. Good point.

[@quangodjango9351]

Handsdown the most cerebral content I consume in any medium these days, love this

[@Merszoso]

Like so many folks have said, this is the best basketball podcast out there. This is a reminder of when you were in the gym as a kid, barely able to even get the ball to a regulation rim. Trying to understand the rules, the tactics, the strategy of the game. The effort, the complexity, the beauty, that made you love it. You guys clearly love it, in the same way. Thank you for helping even those of us who have been basketball nerds for a long time be able to learn about the game in the same way we did when we were young.

[@jeison00]

This podcast is breath of fresh air, its so simple just two guys talking basketball and drinking wine but its just what I needed for some reason, I hope they keep this going for years to come.

[@rangergaming8316]

Same, I hope they keep this going and after seeing how successful it is they decide to increase the number of episodes per week if they have the time or at least add a new segment or two.

[@jeison00]

@@rangergaming8316 Yeah that would be great, maybe in another 15 years once Bron retires he can do more episodes 😅😂

[@rangergaming8316]

@@jeison00 15 years? Bron won't retire for another 20 years at least lol

[@shinjiyoshida141]

shut up

[@HunchoColeman]

“How the hell he gon get tired if he ain’t running” that went thru at least every athlete mind at least once🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@rangergaming8316]

I felt that. I remember being told by my teacher to run multiple rounds around the ground in 90°+ temperatures while wearing the school uniform.

[@jeremiahbrown954]

Y’all have literally changed the dynamic of amateur pick up basketball around the world. This guy said “I’m ghosting” today in pick up. I said you must’ve watched Bron & JJ episode 3 lol

[@WillisAmak]

its about to be annoying, eveybody gon feel like Lebron and JJ on the court 😂

[@prasvt]

It's mind boggling how you both remember so much detail in terms of how specific teams are running the various actions / plays (plus remembering specific games from 10+ years ago). But this cerebral view of basketball is what made me a fan of LeBron (later in his career as I had just stopped watching basketball for a few years). Another great episode!

[@iluvbbw6911]

They review game footage before they start talking

[@chrs1212]

Nah I think maybe JJ does, just cuz he's fking obsessed, but I guarantee LBJ is speaking straight from memory. He'll remember exactly who was on the court, where they were in the action, where he shot from, etc. LeBron is an Alien supercomputer.

[@AKPandit163]

That is the reason why he is the GOAT

[@ReoLeo-ov7xh]

​@@AKPandit163 👍 (amongst quite a few other reasons) 👑 LEBRON 🐐

[@AKPandit163]

@@ReoLeo-ov7xh yeah very few reasons 😉

[@dwightg.halpert7219]

I’ve never been interested in watching a full video of a podcast but when this got out, I’d watch this for hours.

[@rangergaming8316]

Same, absolutely love every second of it.

[@user-tj3kn8qy4h]

This is an amazing project. It’s like being at a basketball game, having your own personal tutor, and learning the most advanced basketball from the most experienced players. Love it!!!!!

[@dakotaflowers0]

I CANNOT express how much I enjoy this pod. This is in the top 3 IMO. It's such a nice change from the usual gig. The amount of information I've absorbed in 3 episodes is unreal. Killer job yall.

[@jayja9230]

this is by far my favorite podcast in years it’s not like those gossip ones who always think they know everything this is just pure basketball and talking about just the skill of the game

[@sosboogz2711]

This is possibly one of the greatest gifts / giveback to the basketball community but sports overall . Imagine the greats sitting down while still actively playing and breaking the game down ... what?!?!?! Lebron if you ever read this , thank you brother ! You have given this game EVERYTHING! Sports in general ! JJ we needed you . We needed a player who understood this game on a different level and could communicate what he knows so eloquently. Guys thank you .

[@Shadooee]

Props to LeBron for acknowledging Spo on this one. Those 2012/2013 team were fucking special.

[@aljanotan9717]

I love how JJ explains the different types of plays at the start of each episode..I was surprised how one type of play (e.g. pick-n-roll) has several different variations and which teams uses it. Then when I go watch a game, I suddenly recall what JJ was talking about..

[@dirtybaker]

Best basketball podcast and it's not even close. Love seeing all the positive comments. True fans of the game are here for this. Hopefully we get a good amount of episodes before it's over.

[@rangergaming8316]

I hope it never ends, at least not for a few years because this can be a long term project.

[@artrex5481]

@@rangergaming8316imagine the guests!

[@rangergaming8316]

@@artrex5481 Rondo, CP3, Draymond etc.

[@HlM.]

@@artrex5481in the long term, once they cover the main concepts, topics and trends in the nba it would be good if they talk about the “chess match” in the playoffs. That’s where you could include guests to get their perspective

[@Sup3rmannn]

Petition for Rondo to become a head coach

[@DonKey496]

Nah.

[@juicebox6398]

It’d be great but I don’t think it’d be financially lucrative enough for him. I’d love it though. In a perfect world we’d see Rondo and cp3 coaching against eachother in the NBA finals someday

[@dddddddd0000]

petition for Rondo to be in jail

[@rwsde2133]

Hell nah

[@coop3195]

Rondo is from Louisville. They'll need another new coach soon.

[@m7atthew]

this is my favourite episode so far, love the talk about the evolution of spacing in basketball and the talk about young guys, this is what we here for, never stop.

[@natethegreat3421]

This is the most refreshing podcast ever, no advertisements no bs just spitting knowledge about the game

[@michaeljohnston272]

These talks make me miss my Dad, he would have loved this so much.

[@carljaeco2741]

He is watching this up there 🫶🏻🙏🏻

[@tloc243]

🙏🙏

[@shinjiyoshida141]

Shut Up

[@MrBumperson]

Rip to pops

[@shinjiyoshida141]

Shut up

[@Hoop.Cultura]

It's not only the knoledge of basketball, it's reconizing a play like the Draymond factor and go thru the process of it, recognize how underrated and improved is Jay Dub... Props to everybody behind this, it's a gift for the bball culture & community.

[@ByHisGraceUS]

This may be the best basketball podcast that exists. JJ and Bron talking basketball is the podcast I did not know that I needed in my life.

[@kingjmansa7027]

This is one of those podcasts you wish would not end. Sheesh! Feel like I need to wait and just binge it but I can’t bc this stuff satisfies my basketball brain cells. Keep it up guys!

[@vicegripp]

Literally the best podcast about bball ever to exist, even just 3 episodes in. Absolutely LOVE Lebron giving Spo his flowers. Spo changed the NBA game w/ adaptation of the spread offense (five out) & coining the phrase "position-less basketball". #LetsGoHeat

[@chemicalhap]

Hmm not Spo. Space and pace, 5 out motion....these were all from Henry Iba at Oklahoma State...or Harry Peretta as the populizer of the modern 5 out motion offense. In the NBA, 3 out to 5 out motions were being used before Spo.

[@vicegripp]

@@chemicalhap in the NBA, who was using a 5 out / stretch 5 prior to Spo w/ Bosh at the 5? Dirk under Rick Carlisle at spurts but they have Chandler or Dampier on the low black baseline (dunker spot) probably in 85% of their lineups. D'Antoni's Suns utilized Amare around the nail but he was never a 3pt shooter so they had space & pace but not w/ the corner 3's like Spo had Bosh sniping from the weak side.

[@Tempest21788]

I’m a Jordan fan, so with that you get nothing but Jordan vs Bron hate feeds on your social media. So I like to watch things to validate the claims and this show has been nothing but good. Great high level talk, doesn’t feel like anything the hate says, must watch show for any real hoopers or basketball fans, very refreshing, great concept.

[@GOAT71]

Imagine a special episode with mj talking basketball.

[@billi8120]

@@GOAT71would break the internet fr

[@bokjrincanada7891]

​ there's a lot of basketball interviews of mj on youtube, you just need to look for it

[@buttnuts2599]

MJ didn't even realize that he can pass the ball till his 6th year in the league. He was great but not for his IQ, it was his physical and mental(his confidence) dominance.​@@GOAT71

[@jamesrowe2383]

Gentleman if they get MJ on here every other basketball podcast would flat line.. 💯 break the internet… Shay Shay Katt Williams would no longer be discussed

[@claytonpatterson2322]

I am hooked on this podcast. 2 intelligent and skilled bball players talking about and explaining the game is pure genius. I love it.

[@nolant5791]

As a high school teacher, I love the vocab priming at the start of each episode. Learning so much, I appreciate both you guys so much!

[@siyabongamathebula7149]

50:25"Theres ways to guard it, I'm not gonna say it right now because we may see them in the playoffs" I felt some goosebumps...…Lets GO Lakers

[@rangergaming8316]

We have come alive at the right time. Hopefully we can continue our good run of form and make a push in the playoffs. I need to see LeBron win #18 for the Lakers more than anything.

[@ikatokiyazaki2343]

lakers in 5

[@animefan2165]

@@rangergaming8316😅

[@biggamer4113]

@@rangergaming8316 is that you Jeanie??

[@ech0360]

​@@rangergaming8316lakers bench weak they need to step up. their bench vs nets only had 2 points(gabe) to nets 24. the same happen almost every game. but was glad bench did great vs raptors

[@vclll]

Damn the way they brake this shit down, with the video clips playing as they’re speaking it, so freaking awesome. This is the best NBA podcast I’ve ever seen. Also really great for young players especially those with potential to make it pro. But even for the basic fan, so fun and awesome to hear and watch

[@brianstoner988]

JJ & Bron, this is one of the best discussions of the technical side of the game plus illustrations I have ever listened to. Well done.

[@xXSprMgaAwsmFxyHtXx]

Two detail oriented guys just talking about the details of their craft is my favorite kind of content, having it be about my favorite sport is even better

[@OldManBoxing]

I'm 52 years old I have been into basketball since I was a kid I have played 2K throughout the years but didn't implement the plays I found it difficult because of not understanding how they work I recently got 2K 24 and this video has made it easier for me to understand how certain plays work I used to let plays run automatically

[@rangergaming8316]

I feel you.

[@JDP_93]

Between Shannon sharpe and Mind the game pod, it might be over for Stephen A Smith 😂 let’s goooo

[@xMontorix]

JJ secretly wants to heart this comment.

[@glenngriggs6445]

When people are on their phones all day everyone can eat

[@danielgiordani7625]

As a lifelong basketball fan this is the best thing that could happen for a fan 🔥

[@UnableTG]

Such a breath of fresh air man, first take discussions are shouting matches and constant switching of takes on topics. This take on basketball is so much better man damn

[@markosjenicic4945]

JJ holding a review session from episode 1, I feel like I’m in college reviewing for an exam this is great 😂

[@swaythay6493]

I’m not even interested in basketball that much but for some reason I’m locked in on every episode

[@vicegripp]

I think it's seeing the "human" element behind the megastar that is LBJ & how JJ Redick even though his skill level wasn't near Lebron's, he had similar experiences in that field/trade of being a professional athlete. I also personally like how it shows just how important youth programs are. Lebron's work ethic came from his highschool coach. That's dope.

[@ronb422]

Wow, 10.30 minutes of JJ explaining concepts. I had to brace myself for that. 5 minutes is enough. Maybe have the plays already drawn up to cut the time discussing that. Would like to hear those extra minutes of greats discussions.

[@MugiOverall]

God how refreshing it is to see two elite ball knowers just talking ball. No "hot takes" and no yelling over stupid arguments. Just hoops.

[@JP-rl4bc]

You 2 are a perfect duo to talk basketball. Never knew it would be a channel this great for free

[@marcussmart6427]

Learned so much about basketball in this one hour than I’ve learned actually watching basketball for 20 years lol

[@gregoryclute]

I've always enjoyed the product of the NBA but this is opening up a new level. I'm watching basketball so much differently now. Thanks guys!! A question I'd love to hear you discuss is how do we 'fix' the way basketball is being played at the prospective (high school, AAU, college) level where it feels like it's more about showcasing a bag? It makes perfect sense why the international players are able to adapt to the NBA so much faster as they have these foundational principles that have been taught to them at a young age. I suppose it starts with things like this, so I appreciate the work you are putting in to share your knowledge with us. The more we can change the narrative around the game with content like this, I'd hope that gets everything else moving in the right direction.

[@Qdawwg]

No better way to start my day ☕ already became one of my favorite podcasts of all time

[@rangergaming8316]

It's evening for me but it's still a great way to spend my evening. I can't get enough of this.

[@NicoNico-79797]

Of all time? All time? So even the future podcast that you doesn’t know? Because future time technically is time and you say the word “all”… ok

[@rangergaming8316]

@@NicoNico-79797 all time means all of the time that's already passed. It doesn't include the time in the future because we're not there yet.

[@w_out7631]

I hope one day y'all have some guests on the show having the basketball brains of Lebron James, JJ Reddick, and Rajan Rondo in one room would be insane.

[@rangerscoach]

Finally people talking basketball the same way you do when you’re involved in basketball in some manner. Listening to pros talk so enthusiastically about plays and sets I hope will help juniors with buy in .

[@zhuoyuanzhang7022]

The way they emphasized the sacrifices that spacing bigs like Chris Bosh had made to revolutionize the game, and their basketball IQs to make plays (like Draymond), is genuinely astonishing. The sacrifices and IQ of spacing bigs, or super role players who compliment the team perfectly, are so often overlooked during this era where everyone thrives for the “bag” in 1v1 basketball. Just like Luka emphasized in JJ’podcast that better players are actually better at games of 5v5, not the “bag”. Credit to Bron and JJ for making this podcast so genuine and wholesome. This show just warms my soul.

[@thomofmaine]

JJ and Lebron, a combo I never thought I needed. I really enjoy their back and forth and the terminology graphics throughout. I hope they keep this going for a while.

[@sanskarbarhai4741]

I never thought I needed you

[@donovan9274]

Super dope seeing y’all talk basketball! Love that it’s an organic conversation that gives some insight into some behind the scenes thoughts too. Cool hearing LeBron bring up the Finals loss to the Mavs in 2011, he gives credit where it’s due to Dirk and the rest. JJ smirks 53:10 , looks away and gets back into the convo. Then 56:11 JJ brings it back to LeBron’s part in the loss, LeBron acknowledges and they get back into their larger convo.

[@KeenanCam]

This is the best basketball content ever produced . Like PBS basketball for the advanced lol

[@SM-qe4wd]

PBS basketball is the best way to put it. Cable documentaries usually have this drama and cliffhanger angle with bells n whistles; PBS documentaries don't do much if any reenactments, drama, but rather state it matter of factl, evenly, and calmly with simple production. Just seeing two guys talk with occasional clips is basically that!

[@jerms99]

i still can’t comprehend that this show is being released weekly. and that it even exist at all

[@rangergaming8316]

In about a year young hoopers who are just getting into this game will find this channel and binge watch a lot of the stuff because there'll be a big catalogue to learn from by then and I think that's the most exciting thing about this podcast.

[@Shappilts]

It feels like dream, right

[@erich3784]

This season is the right time to talk about the evolution of the Big. Because Bigs were the past, but the Big is making a huge comeback (Jokic, Embiid, Giannis) and this season we have 2 great examples of the new Big with Chet & Wemby.

[@realkina84]

I’d love an episode on the x5 evolution to modern times.

[@JohnWick-qr4yc]

Don’t sell AD short I know he’s not as good as the other 3, but he’s up there

[@alfredoball-llovera8609]

And now with Purdue Zach Edey. Will traditional bigs come back or will he have to learn how to play NBA style and not clog the paint like lebron and Jj talk about? I wonder if it’s just a trend or here to stay-like the 5 out and spread stuff

[@minovictor]

I love watching bigs dominate. Steph is probably my favourite current player but I enjoy watching players work inside the arc a lot more whether it’s in the mid range or paint

[@ByeByeLegacyCryHarder]

@@minovictorpause

[@navjot89]

JJ needs the classic classroom overhead projector w the Vis-a-vid markers 😂😂

[@freestylingwhistler]

i love how much respect bron has for spo, and i love hearing details like how spo taped the court so the bigs wouldnt clog the middle of the court for fast breaks

[@oluyomifadipe5634]

This is the best basketball podcast ever. If you are a basketball player this is exactly what you need.

[@rangergaming8316]

I hope all or most up and coming basketball players watch this podcast and coaches do as well and recommend it to kids.

[@johnny6610]

No it’s not

[@oluyomifadipe5634]

@@johnny6610 haters will hate lol

[@oluyomifadipe5634]

@@rangergaming8316 As a coach myself, im on this like white on rice. Some much information from 2 great minds.

[@johnny6610]

@@oluyomifadipe5634 I’m hater because I have my own opinion?

[@user-hd5rp3zm6k]

I spend hours most everyday talking hoops with two friends. This is exactly the kind of show I’ve been waiting for. No hot takes, no bs. Thanks so much!

[@babyosama2169]

Y’all don’t talk like this 😂😂

[@jadynhasstupid2275]

@@babyosama2169nobody does, that’s why the podcast is so great.

[@mriidulbhatia]

its crazy, this is a dynamic show with 3 entities. lebron, jj, and the viewer. and we all love this dynamic. this show could go on forever and i don't think either side is gonna get bored.

[@gavinthompson2788]

This podcast FUCKING ROCKS. The intro's explaining plays, coverages, and verbiage are so well done. I thought I knew ball, and I now know I don't know shit, so this is fascinating lol.

[@ajmitnick2127]

Honestly, I find this to be arguably the most quality basketball educational material I have ever seen. Bravo!

[@rangergaming8316]

Agreed, two of the greatest basketball minds who love nothing more than to talk about the game is hard to beat.

[@inversiondefense]

This is great. Kobe Bryant's DETAIL on ESPN was great as well.

[@fernandowilliams6988]

Needs to be more than a hour!! Pure basketball at its finest.. Rondo should make an appearance!!

[@qmakesithappen]

I’ve always noticed the action of a player clearing the paint or resetting the 3 in the key but now I can’t stop calling it “2 9’ing” lol thanks gents.

[@iTzCHIZE]

This show is different. Obviously they don’t do hot takes, but even from the NBA players that currently run podcasts and talk about the game, this is the only one that talks about what is actually going on, why it’s happening, and how things create the result.

[@seanwilliams2107]

Truck Driving In Ohio , This Is A Blessing 🙌🏿

[@averyb.476]

Be safe out there bro!

[@rangergaming8316]

Be safe on the road.

[@jenisia3600]

Be safe and fuck the YT ads

[@Supercilious-ok8ic]

💪🏾

[@ebok33643]

The premier basketball podcast by a long margin. Let’s go JJ&LBJ 👏👏

[@reecewilliams8349]

Nah not by a long margin. Hoops tonight is great too

[@rangergaming8316]

Facts, easily the best basketball podcast.

[@TheGreenProspective]

I love this pod. Honestly, I wish I could be there learning and talking the game with you guys. Hope you guys can breakdown the Playoffs too. It doesn't have to be during the tournament ...

[@candressen4354]

I know lebrons a busy man but please make this a pod an ongoing or annual thing. JJ and LBJ with just pure modern basketball talk, this is gold JJ

[@GoldenHoopsProduction]

Bruh I hope they never bring any guest with a "low" basketball IQ on this podcast, it's so pure between these two ! Very few NBA players could even join this pod! Honestly, wouldn't even care if it was these two only for the rest of it's runtime

[@SmoothHeadDidIt]

I wanna see rondo dirt melo Greg pop

[@tlxxlt4745]

Finally a podcast that is just about basketball besides Ben’s channel. Literally just turning it on, grabbing food and watching

[@acgeewhiz]

Thinking Basketball is an amazing channel, if that’s the Ben I assume you are talking about.

[@Habib-I]

Which Ben ? Thought the only podcast that was close to this was JJ’s but honestly would love to watch another

[@blommen]

@@Habib-I Thinking Basketball. There’s also a KZbin Channel with really great player breakdowns and analysis

[@michaelahurt]

@@Habib-I Also check out the Dunker Spot if you haven't. Way more X's and O's heavy but it's a must listen in the playoffs. To me if you listen to Thinking Basketball, Dunker Spot, JJ's pods with other players, and Simmons/Russillo (but only when they are together) it's like the four food groups of following basketball because each looks at the game through a different lens. - Analytics & big picture - Schemes & strategy - Insights and player perspective - Analyst perspective + all of Bill's theories and insights from watching games courtside Also Legler does a podcast with Adam Mares that is good.

[@Habib-I]

@@michaelahurt ​​⁠thank youuuu , really loving this type of basketball discourse. But I’m looking for more podcasts, thinking basketball is what I’ll watch when I’m on break at work

[@UdaamWright]

What I remember about that Orlando series the most is Courtney Lee guarding Bron on the perimeter in key moments like 30’ out and him dribbling into double and triple teams. No spacing indeed. I remember screaming ‘take him to the block and put him on your hip!!’ He would eat that alive today.