Tyronn Lue On Coaching LeBron, Learning From Kobe, Kawhi's Greatness On The Clippers & More

We are proud to present a new installment of The Old Man and The Three's 'Coaching Series' where we dive deep into the insights and strategy of the top coaches in basketball. In this episode, we welcome former NBA player, form Head Coach of The NBA Champion Cleveland Cavaliers and current head coach of The Los Angeles Clippers, Tyronn Lue. Ty Lue has cemented himself as one of the best coaches in The NBA and we are so psyched to share this conversation. Topics include: Ty Lue laying with JJ Redick on The Orlando Magic, how he first got into coaching, what he learned from Doc Rivers in Boston, what he learned from Phil Jackson on The Los Angeles Lakers, why he feels former players are uniquely suited to coach in The NBA, what it was like coaching LeBron James, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love on The Cleveland Cavaliers, the unique way he inspired and motivated his team when they were down 3-1 to Stephen Curry, Draymond Green and The Golden State Warriors in the 2016 NBA Finals, coaching Kawhi Leonard on The Los Angeles Clippers, his message to The Clippers going into this season, what he learned from playing with Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan and what makes those guys different from everyone else and of course we had to ask about the iconic Allen Iverson step-over. Also in this episode, JJ and Tommy discuss their initial takeaways from the first week of the NBA season and JJ clears the air on a Lakers take that has since been aggregated and criticized.
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[@team_montecarlo]

0:00 - intro 1:20 - summary of interview interview 3:37 - JJ and Tommy take in first week of NBA 23:55 - Draft king odds and other stats 26:55 - News letter info 27:33 - Ty Lue interview 28:50 - Ty Lue first thoughts on JJ and vise versa 30:00 - Quick Doc rivers story 31:16 - JJ story on Ty Lue 32:30 - When did Ty Lue knew he wanted to coach and going from player to coach 36:45 - take aways and lessons Ty learned from Doc and Phil Jackson 39:57 - Coaching Star vs Role player. 41:18 - Draft kings ad 😑 42:18 - Audible ad 43:31 - Starting off in wining environment as a player. 44:40 - What does Ty put in his mouth 45:28 - Phil Jacksons influence 46:13 - Body language as a coach 47:30 - emotions as a coach 49:39 - Clippers in the conference finals 50:39 - leaving Doc going to Cleveland, being a head coach 55:03 - surprises as a coach 56:45 - Cavs v warriors 59:49 - Tommy Johns underwear ad 1:01:02 - Speech after game 4, Money story 1:03:23 - Does Ty think himself as a star coach 1:07:00 - secret to extracting a players success 1:08:38 - Managing championship goals as a coach 1:12:00 - surprises with coaching kawhi and game 6 vs Dallas 1:14:09 - What impact and difference from star players and great players 1:15:52 - Take aways from Kobe. 1:17:29 - what advantage does a former player have as a coach 1:20:43 - The A.I shot

[@ajpip9719]

Thank you potnah

[@_ripVanWinkle_]

Pinned by JJ, thats a W

[@rockmorales]

No questions about the JR Smith finals mistake? Well..

[@jjsansano]

🙌🏼

[@NaturallyEssence]

Love. the. video. chapters. Now THAT'S money!!

[@EvanPavon212]

Why do I feel like a LeBron episode is coming soon. What a great episode, you can see why Ty Lue is a head coach, he’s really smart and cool.

[@seangibbs9568]

Yoo I had this same exact feeling I feel as if JJ has sum special coming with all these bangers

[@RoloTravels0]

Lebron ain’t going on any podcast until he gets a win 😂

[@JustHere751]

Bron hinted on Twitter about possibly doing it…. I hope he does..

[@greekyoungbuck]

@@RoloTravels0 don't they got one against the pacers

[@iamcoolchiu1995]

I thought lebron hate jj

[@h3nriqu33]

JJ really humanize basketball players, staff. Thanks for another great interview

[@pranavmanie1479]

this episode makes me feel that Ty Lue is an incredible presence in the locker room. and from the post-game huddle videos I've seen of the Clips and the Cavs, it might just be very true. incredibly player-friendly.

[@MarkEdisonBautista]

So it turns out, Ty Lue is Doc's greatest legacy

[@freekyreek404]

And they both were point guards

[@robertbowen5457]

They are like the polar opposites in coaching. Doc is a historic choker with more chokes than a deepthroat compilation and Ty is a historic comeback coach. Not just the 3-1 VS Warriors but down against Dallas 0-2 and in that series the road team won the first 6 games until Clips won game 7 at home. Also the comeback against Jazz even with Kawhi injured and out.

[@JB11335]

facts

[@popemalone2]

I remenber when ty lue was universally disliked as a coach so glad he was able to prove alot of us wrong.

[@TxRyan27]

Lol I was thinking the same thing. I used to think he was carried by Bron and had no coaching talent, but the last few years of what he’s done w the Clips (w/out their 2 best players at times) completely changed everything I used to believe about him. Very, very solid coach.

[@pstratos7]

Everyone thought he was mike brown back then

[@robertbowen5457]

it's mainly the dickriding toxic Lebron fanbase. They've been doing it their whole career. Denigrating his coaches and teammates to prop up his legacy every team he was on. It's so cringe and pathetic. Once upon a time they were even calling Spo a bad coach which looks just as silly as the Ty Lue criticisms now if not worse.

[@keysersoze5032]

@@pstratos7 look at Mike Brown now though

[@pstratos7]

@@keysersoze5032 mike brown isn’t a head coach though

[@therealmisterj20]

I think the fact that Doc never even opened Ty Lue's book just shows you what kind of coach he is

[@knection1986]

Yeah Doc is only as good as his team chemistry. Doc is a mid coach that had great pieces put around him that allowed him to succeed. You could've stuck Jim Boylen in that Celtics lockeroom and still came out with a ring 😂

[@Cbrunning849]

@@knection1986 He only really succeeded once. Dude has blown more 3-1 leads then any coach in NBA history and even that Celtics team should have won more then 1

[@Yellowneck87]

Agreed. Doc could never win that Jazz series without Kawhi. Doesn't make adjustments and terrible rotations.

[@lloydmo9409]

Lol you'd be surprised how many industries this sort of scenario happens in.

[@CJ-ot5wp]

@@lloydmo9409 ALL.

[@mossman672]

Bro literally got the Cavs a championship after a 3-1 deficit. I mean look at Tyronn Lue man so inspiration.

[@ImBarryScottCSS]

He did have a small amount of help from a dude that led the entire series in Points, Rebounds, Assists, Steals and Blocks. And that guy wants his two Benjamin's back.

[@NikoBellic20080]

@@ImBarryScottCSS Cavs scoring in the 2016 Finals before Andrew Bogut’s injury: 95.8 ppg Cavs scoring in the 2016 Finals after Andrew Bogut’s injury: 106.7 ppg Lebron’s /Kyrie’s scoring in the 2016 Finals before Andrew Bogut’s injury: 24.8/25.0 ppg Lebron’s /Kyrie’s scoring in the 2016 Finals after Andrew Bogut’s injury: 36.6/ 30.3 ppg.

[@willn8664]

@@NikoBellic20080 lol yeah and if it wasn't for injuries the Raptors wouldn't have had a chip either. Got it. Cry more.

[@choyen9171]

@@ImBarryScottCSS facts funny story bron asking wheres my 200 😂😂😂😂😂 just show king james memory so sharp 👑👑👑🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐

[@lebronjamesharden3958]

@@NikoBellic20080 how about the time the Warriors won when both Kevin Love and Kyrie Irving were injured?

[@pol44r]

Lue's ability to reunite a team made of people nobody wanted like batum wall and zubac is so so good

[@jdelgado216]

Zubac was wanted it was Magic thinking Muscala and Reggie Bullock in 1 year deals was a good GM move

[@hoganmann]

What do you mean no one wanted, Wall is like top 15 or something at his position

[@loganwagler7997]

@@hoganmann steph ja trae cp3 dame, jrue kyrie lamelo smart fox, brunson cj Jmurray fred . not even counting luka Dmurray shai harden as point guards even tho they kinda are . How does john wall scratch top 15? . Didnt even count garland haliburton lonzo rozier dloading

[@ajpip9719]

I got a day ahead of me that I’ve been stressing over all week, but this will have me calm on my way to work. Thank you Jj and Tommy and the producers! Y’all are the best

[@danielcote1029]

Good luck my guy , one step at a time 🙌

[@Naattnnaaeell]

Interview starts at 27:33

[@TheMenace722]

Good looking

[@Racoons4Change]

Can’t believe they talked for 30 minutes before they started lol.

[@MastermindRell]

@@Racoons4Change I like it. JJ entertaining. He just sent Ye against ESPN and First Take Producers

[@ClementWilliamstheoneandonly]

Ty Lue's good-natured and even emotional keel, keen knowledge of the game, and vulnerability... so inspirational man, one of the best coaches in the game right now!!! FOR A REASON!!!

[@glasses4513]

A Ty interview is like a $20K bottle of wine, very rare. Good get

[@Bonez1411]

Excellent interview. JJ and Tommy you guys are doing a phenomenal job.

[@bernselam]

As a clippers fan I immediately clicked liked and shared this video.

[@drecortezENT]

There’s not many of us BUT WE HERE

[@x_master_xtop410]

@@drecortezENT all 4 of us

[@TheMenace722]

Gotta support coach

[@FTT878]

Yesssirrrr

[@thejus88]

Yeah buddyyy

[@milkgotmoney]

I've been waiting for Tyronn Lue to be on THIS podcast! Glad Old Man finally got him.

[@seangibbs9568]

Ty Lue so articulate since Bron and them not looking so good i really hope he can bring one home for the Clips that is really a HOF GOAT Résumé

[@HARRY__Pecker]

Yet here you are, failing to properly punctuate😂😂😂irony is dead

[@eddielee4428]

Fired up JJ is amazing. Clutch Points poking the bear is where it’s at 😅😂

[@brandenbowles]

Ty Lue so laid back man I know his teammates love playing for him.

[@comickicks5289]

Probably one of my favorite ones yet Man. JJ props on these guests ! These have been great ! Fr

[@ahow164]

JJ was MAD MAD talking about the lakers/clutchpoints in the beginning 😂

[@jsimmons834]

Very relatable guy for players I think. Speaking "the truth" is great from Ty. I also liked the takeaway he had from Doc: being prepared but also picking your spots as a coach to use your "bullets." Outside of the game, leaders and people can take these lessons for sure too.

[@vamsic8616]

hot take, im loving the coach interviews even a little more than the player interviews, these coaches just have sm knowledge about the sport and the nba, great to hear how they think, amazing content, I love this sport man!

[@lazymofos4865]

I was thinking the same thing, man this was an enjoyable listen hearing a coaches viewpoint on how and why the approach the game the way they do. Some stuff with players is obvious imo, not so much with the coaches.

[@niqowyd]

Coaches naturally are better at communicating, they have to be lol

[@riccanov]

I love the new format with the weekly take on the NBA, it's awesome, although I wish it was released separate from the interview (if possible) so you could have 2 different uploads? It would make it easier to watch all the content

[@yurielcundangan9090]

Sincerely love this podcast no matter what:

[@rishawn98]

This was a great interview! Keep ‘em coming JJ

[@lsong8461]

Just wanna say I absolutely love Tommy on the podcast. He’s probably the best fit you could get. Knows a truck load without playing the game. Represents all of us who haven’t played but love and breathe the game. Keep it up Tommy.

[@aaronodriscoll8958]

What an interview 👏 JJ and Tommy has done it again

[@maximsinnema2105]

Damn guys.. what a great interview. Fantastic questions, super crisp and interesting stories. Loved it. Thanks!!!

[@MR_ARKANSAS]

I didn't know Tyronn Lue was such a stand up guy. That's awesome.

[@2womuchme]

Hey I am a Laker fan and you guys could not have said it any better. You two are going to change the game as we see it. Keep challenging the system, so the game of basketball can continue to evolve.

[@kaobiokekeewo6316]

Shout out Ty Lue! Intelligent mind. Perfect poise. Fun spirit.

[@veazie]

Great job, JJ does an awesome job of letting the guest talk and being really prepared, thanks bro!

[@daniellewis6674]

Another fantastic interview - amazing podcast

[@AliLovesU365]

Been waiting for this! 🙏

[@TwanistATR]

I remember back in 2018 everyone would always be on him calling him the assistant coach 😂😂. Glad he gets his respect now

[@xxxxbigrich5752]

My favorite coach ‼️I was never a jj fan but I'm really impressed by the Job he's done with this podcast. This is one of my favorites along with Ryan Clark and his boys podcast. JJ works hard at putting a good podcast. 👍🏼

[@yurielcundangan9090]

Sincerely loves this dude no matter what:

[@showoutgaming3359]

Bruh I smiled and laughed when Lue told the story about the money missing in the ceiling after the chip 🤣. They had a real chemistry in that locker room 💯

[@enzorain]

would love to see more coach interviews this is great

[@djflx7892]

As a cavs fan I immediately clicked liked and shared this video

[@willr6026]

As a life long Cavs fan this one is gonna be good 🔥🔥🔥

[@Chevvvvv]

This is going to be a good one, can’t wait man.

[@shaquorerouse4790]

I just want to say thank you Jj for getting into the meat and nuance of basket breakdown. Many shows say they offer this and never really dive in and dance around the topic. Keep up the great content!!!!!!!!

[@DamnNotAgain]

One go if not my favorite pod cast I love ya keep going love from ny

[@jed949]

Ty Lue is so underrated as a coach

[@dwightyawg7781]

He’s a great coach but I’ve never seen the media dickride a coach so hard so idk how that’s underrated

[@franchescomurcia3122]

Bro the way he does docs voice 😂😂😂😍

[@crizzleyo815]

man i love those lebron stories he really helped a headcoach prepare for his job. legm back at it again!

[@choyen9171]

Fo sho more great story once he retires 🐐🐐👑👑👑🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐

[@Tony_Tucka]

But Ty Lue also helped LeBron become a leader also though. They helped each other

[@Crizzzy12]

Wow Donovan Mitchell then T lue. Cavs fans are loving this. Thank you j.j

[@hoodscout]

Very great interview. 10/10 I like Ty Lue and pull for his team and liked learning this side of him. Good interview!

[@erikjansen8597]

"Do what you do, and I will fit you in" This is why Ty Lue is a great coach.

[@classyguy69]

props, great interview

[@endless_waltz18]

One of the best coaches in the league

[@ramaanoramokgopa9100]

Love that he always does docs voice😂

[@iiHateorade]

When jj asked ty lue about who was going to start in the guard position got me 😂💀💀

[@edgarsnake2857]

Great interview. Tyronn sounds like a great guy. Thanks.

[@nmarshall8995]

Great interview

[@myles199]

Great pod once again 🔥

[@bradcartwright5652]

Best coach in the NBA. Love that guy.

[@TheHide]

Best basketball podcast on the net right here...

[@michalolszynski3113]

This was really great one.

[@johnpaulodulio6019]

Ty Lue 💪🏽 Nice interview 🎯

[@mangmans]

Thank you for talking about different things :D at the beginning of the podcast. Please keep it sincere and go sell out on us. Just because no one seems to "Care" what you two wanna talk about, but that's what keep it unique.

[@gavinthompson2788]

JJ yet again with another banger, I've turned from hater-to-fan on sooo many guests. Shoutout Tommy and the whole crew too!

[@vangelis9911]

Such a nice guy , good for him

[@theofficialquahnycash8804]

Definitely could see jj being a nba coach 💯💯💯💯

[@coreye167]

21:28 Thank you for saying this, even as a LBJ stan. Also, those reps on TV making JJ a monster at podcasting. 📈

[@smokyx]

amazing episode

[@JTrinM]

Doc needs to read that book 😭

[@markshafer2249]

Just rewatched the Uconn Duke Final 4 game in 2004. Very enjoyable outcome.

[@lifeonthelake4367]

Ty's been fortunate to have owners ( Cavs, clippers) that's had and we're willing to spend the money and had the money to get whoever they need. He's done good other than unfortunate injuries.

[@JustHere751]

I know they are in the Clippers “space” but why is only Zubac picture on the wall…

[@twiddlytwiddle]

Love the link for people with gambling problems. Respect.

[@thedamondhaynesshow]

everyone wants to play for Ty Lue, his lineage is insane.

[@bree3718]

This show so sick JJ dope with it

[@jazzjustice1185]

Ty Lue Fr got the best smile in the NBA

[@FebreezyWeezy]

Thanks For another great episode guys, new found respect for Ty Lue‼️

[@dylandupuis4347]

You the man JJ

[@devinlopez1153]

Great episode

[@jamiebub266]

The framed picture of Zubac in the headset is hilarious.

[@tommyshelby4803]

Those 3 plays. Love stopping steph bron blocking iggy and then kyrie hitting that shot is such a crazy sequence in a game 7 on road coming from 3-1 down

[@garythesnail4246]

Wish y’all thought to ask about the 2018 JR incident and what truly happened there. Still a great podcast tho, was just a thought🤟🏼

[@nahte-]

lmfao jj’s rage moment was the funniest moment i’ve seen on this podcast yet 💀

[@Mr_Huskky]

Man I wish I could relate to all this Doc Rivers praise as sixers fan😅

[@lloydmo9409]

Lol that Doug Collins impression was hilarious 🤣

[@phillipsimon8028]

45:05 in the blank disappointing look on JJ's face has me weak lol

[@davidkowalyk431]

JJ you the goat

[@versatillion15]

I’m glad he said that about the step over. He fell on the contest. Just like when Brandon Knight fell guarding kyrie, he fell on the contest, not the move

[@thisalpeiris3828]

great podcast jj

[@jacobreno3434]

JJ yelling about the lakers was how we all feel lmfao. So many other teams that literally never get mentioned.

[@luigibelarmino3625]

Sorry, been a while since I've listened to your podcast. But what happened to the drafts? I loved that segment where you guys draft about any topic.

[@Isaac18-81]

Plumber, we want new merch

[@joon9252]

Na that thumbnail of Ty lue got me weak 😭🤣

[@jordan3795]

After D Roses interview a bit ago you gotta have him on this year!!!!!

[@marshallmorrin6314]

Preach JJ

[@easyyeye]

Glad JJ went into da mid range, all da best scorers get buckets in da mid range

[@dwinealiviado1047]

i was waiting the whole time for that jr smith moment in game 1 of 2018 finals, wanted to know what's his side of the story, and to add onto it lebron was so upset coz they had a timeout.. well still a great interview.

[@aRh3i]

Tommy repping the Canto gang🔥🔥

[@ryanmahon1]

I really like the new stage you guys have. I don't like the draft kings sign but otherwise it looks fantastic

[@aldosaldana1462]

Jj is a top 10 3 point shooter of all time