Kristaps Porzingis Gets Real About Luka Doncic And The Mavs

We are beyond thrilled to welcome in our guest this week - Boston Celtics big man, Kristaps Porzingis. KP was generous enough to give us an amazing interview about The Boston Celtics and Jayson Tatum, Luka Doncic and The Dallas Mavericks, his time with the New York Knicks, the big Washington Wizards year and much more. You're going to LOVE this one. See you tomorrow morning.
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[@JJRedick]

There are so honest moments in this pod. The Knicks stuff is great. And yes... we talked Tingus Pingus. Full thing drops tomorrow morning. See you there.

[@arisplugis5197]

did you really asked him about Tingis Pingis? lol

[@Firefenex1996]

"Who tf is tingus pingus?!?"

[@BabylonGateLA]

Are you guys able to interview someone outside the Atlantic division, especially someone outside the Celtics!? 😂😂😂

[@erios936]

Thank you lots , keep the pod going🔥🔥

[@boiiiitellyouwat9208]

Idk if it’s on purpose but these little sneak peeks in shorter form always get me to listen to the longer form content later

[@forever.dolphin.love_]

Props to KP for being mature and not bringing conflicts in public

[@MrDiMES123]

Man I still wish he would’ve mentioned his frustrations with “Luka Ball”

[@aldsdwin]

Is it partly because he's European? American players, especially the retired ones (e.g. Kenyon Martin and Arenas) love to air their opinions and spill the beans on what happens behind the scenes. Barkley is the only one that can get away telling NBA stories only because what he tells are either inspirational or genuinely funny.

[@donscoopez3942]

@@aldsdwinhe’s still in the league that’s why if they were still in the league they’d shut up who’s going to sign a mf whos gossiping about in house info

[@cuuy]

Also gotta mention that also when he was in Dallas and not happy with his role, he stilled played hard on the court and never openly critisized Carlisle of the team.

[@inceldetector6148]

i mean if he were to bring the conflicts in public youll be calling him an immature so..

[@hottakes2633]

I think one thing to note is that when Porzingis got to Dallas, he and Luka were really looked at as equals. Porzingis had already been an all-star, while Luka was on his way to ROY. And then Luka made that enormous leap in his second season that no one expected, and maybe it caught Porzingis off guard a bit too because at that point, Luka was the clear number 1, rather than them being 1A and 1B.

[@kauffmann101]

Luka was in quantum jump from rookie to sophomore being a superstar. Especially in his first playoff, his performance so stunning.

[@Adam-mg8ke]

great point

[@SJ-di5zu]

Kristaps had that one terrible playoffs while Luka was playing out of his mind, and the slander went hard. I think it was 2021? Someone said “Luka+Porzingis is like Kobe and Shaq except Luka is Kobe and Shaq” 💀

[@PirateKinGintoki]

No one expected the enormous leap in the second season?

[@JH7xXCampus]

Luka was not tryna share the light with no one but himself he did it once the coach ain’t letting that happen again Kyrie different you can’t tell me the C they have now even close to Porzingis and he can do it all they don’t allow him to post up like he did in NYC fade was unmatched and his energy was amazing he’s 1 of 1 but the Teams has made him a spot up system player he is the system 😂😂😂

[@digdug1577]

JJ's got street cred having been a player, He's able to ask deep questions and guys trust him to be able to open up on camera. He also offers personal anecdotes is funny and talks from a place of humility which earns him even more honesty. All hallmarks of a good human and great interviewer. Good job JJ!

[@deez9805]

It also helps that he was a respectable starter for almost a decade lol

[@jarrettthomas4865]

Such a weird opening line from you. I bet you wouldn’t say that about any other nba player. “Lebrons got street cred for having been a player”…just weird

[@AdamWestTheDrunk]

Street cred?

[@localneo-graphic4647]

Eh, I think JJ uses his 'cred' to get players to say what he won't to get juicy content while he himself plays both sides to stay in good graces. He's an instigator who likes to have his cake and eat it too.

[@andyvelasquez9488]

😂😂😂​@@AdamWestTheDrunk

[@MylotheZooLovingScientist]

I appreciate the open and honest reflection from Kristaps. I like him, and while things didn’t work out for him in Dallas, I don’t hold it against him. It’s hard to when you see how far he’s come along, both as a player and a person. To acknowledge that you didn’t handle a situation as well as you could have, and/or that ego was getting in the way of things, is refreshing to hear. And seeing him relatively healthy and putting up great numbers, first in Washington and now in a winning culture in Boston, really makes me happy, especially since I’ve been a fan of his since his days in New York.

[@coffeehouse1126]

KP was always a top person, not sure he needed to evolve there, he was well liked in DFW (still is). His problem was not on the court either, it was his body and his injuries. I wished he could have talked more about that. Did he not take proper care of his body?

[@spectre8469]

well hes 7'3, almost everyone at that height runs into injuries. Just part of it brother, we dont all get the cards where injuries are prevented, if KP got to play his entire career healthy, possibly one of the best bigs we ever looked at.@@coffeehouse1126

[@Drewgalarza]

KP is looking so mature. Glad to see him still being a vet on a team. Hope the rest of his career goes well.

[@ixparadimeix92]

He's straight balling in Boston, you, you. 🤫 it.!.!.!

[@Drewgalarza]

@@ixparadimeix92 I’m happy for him bro. He was a Knick. I’m overjoyed to see him play a role that suits him best. lol you’re bugging.

[@briankane460]

Now a champion 🎉😊

[@AyooEChile]

KP on the POD?!?! Thank you JJ🫡

[@parmenidesofelea9092]

They're talking like it was a massive failure. KP averaged 20 with decent efficiency coming off a serious injury. The team had flaws and sometimes the fit isn't perfect, it's not a big deal.

[@henry7486]

nah it definitely wasn’t the best stretch of his career but he’s learnt from it and massively improved so shout to him. I remember people were making fun of him for being a 7’3 shooting guard but now he is a legit all-NBA caliber big

[@zhanehhylton6868]

No the issue was that he was injured alot thats was the huge issue

[@christopherfowler8452]

I remember a number of games where KP had really good numbers when Luka was out, I just couldn’t understand why it didn’t work so much with them playing together.

[@akihomma7965]

probably a big deal for kp and everyone else, its their whole career lol

[@silewis9396]

The fit wasn't perfect but I really thought they could do more damage if given more time but I guess ultimately trading KP has shown he coulda fit better elsewhere

[@seanbell69]

Wow, what a thoughtful and insightful guy. After seeing the way his career has gone, I'm glad to see he is at this place in his life. Keep going, KP

[@stevewise1656]

He's matured and you can't say that for many of the older NBA players...see James Harden. Four teams in four years.

[@clutch7548]

@@stevewise1656And he played his role on those teams.

[@davidmitnick868]

Luka and KP have neither said a bad word about each other even though there was tension. KP was trying to keep omertà here but JJ instigating as usual 😂

[@benana87]

Dude you so right. I actually respect kp more for this

[@JLWStudyRoom]

I really like JJ Redick's interviews. He's prepared and has great insight. I imagine that work ethic is what kept him in the NBA for so long Top 20 shooter! (In 3's as per the actual NBA records)

[@gotedits8747]

Top 20? Name the other 19 please

[@JLWStudyRoom]

@@gotedits8747 Google. Made 3pt 15th, 3 point pct. 17th

[@silewis9396]

​@@gotedits8747what number are you ranking him

[@mcfuckinanotheraccount808]

very likely top 10. Steph Dame Reggie Klay Ray Korver / Reddick Petrovic KD Kyrie Bird

[@JLWStudyRoom]

@@mcfuckinanotheraccount808 I didn't pull the list just the rank, but your list looks legit. So I concur lol

[@JJRedick]

Here is the full episode: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKKcgYuZod95oMUsi=5cjFJEc0_PJmsFvJ

[@BigChief31290]

KP didn't work in Dallas as they wanted, but one thing I always like about him was he was always publically honest, respectful, and classy. Always critiquing himself before anyone else. Much respect and hope he finds a good fit eventually 🦄

[@JazzYachtrocker]

Boston seems to be a good fit if he can stay healthy

[@orvillesashay6924]

Yeah, didn't he very probably rape or at least sexually assault a black girl he liked keeping around, calling her "my slave?"

[@SuperDunk1000]

He found it

[@GlueGuy20]

I think anyone can fit anywhere as long as there's no ego involved. It's not KP's problem. It's the man who holds the ball for 20 seconds every time. 🤷

[@fan4life]

imagine defending a rapist in Porzingis@@GlueGuy20

[@DrChristopher19]

This was really cool to see. I like the context JJ was able to give when Kristaps was short on words a couple times. These interview skills JJ uses are getting better and better.

[@aesirgaming1014]

I've really liked KP since he came to Boston. He seems very honest and genuine, which is great and I feel like he really enjoys being in Boston and fits well with the team and the fans.

[@charlesgeorges3192]

Boston fan here. Agree KP has been a refreshing eye opener... Hopefully JT and JB can actually learn from him.

[@SilverKen15]

dude forced his way out of NY because he was going to LOSE a rape case to the point of THREATENING TO GO BACK TO THE EU and you sit here and comment that he's honest and genuine. How are any of you ACTUAL adults?

[@abductedbypixel8292]

Yellow Press got into your brain too much, relax, and take it easy. (:@@SilverKen15

[@karlgeitz4471]

JJ is going places in nba reporting, he asks the best questions to the point where the players are impressed by the thought put into the questions that they give meaningful and honest responses. Really hope JJ continues this and I look forward to watching more interviews!

[@VoltaDoMar]

I like KP, I have no ill will towards him, even though it didn't work out in Dallas. He's matured a lot. Hopefully Luka has too

[@MatthewBreck]

I think the only real negative to luka is he doesn’t seem to care when they lose very much. Well that and he doesn’t play defense

[@j-us-t_be-in-g]

He was always mature if we want to be honest. Nothing stood out to me in terms immaturity. I don't know what y'all seen in terms of immaturity because he has always assessed situations appropriately. He's the type of guy to take fault even if he didn't do nothing wrong.

[@LukaDoncicGOAT]

@@MatthewBreckyou’re stupid. Clearly you’ve never watched luka

[@Brickwilliams]

@@j-us-t_be-in-gyeah I haven’t. Seen any signs of immaturity, but kp said in this video he has matured

[@civilwarwasaninsidejob7405]

​@@MatthewBreckLuka's effort on defense is abysmal. Never gets back, always pouting after a turnover or non foul call. And then he just has offense possessions where he passes the ball and stands 30 feet away from the play while the Mavs play 4 on 5. Hard to watch.

[@RadTwin]

You can tell KP really holding back 😂😂

[@kameronseay3861]

He’s just being a genuine dude about the whole situation he could just bad mouth Luka and the Mavericks organization but he acknowledged that he could have done things better too so instead of focusing on shortcomings it’s best to move on.

[@moneyman6568]

He had some type of liquor in the cup he had over there 😂😂

[@thexman69]

​@@moneyman6568it's jesus water🤷🏻‍♂️😂

[@KilluminatiShakur]

Frfr I seen a video somewhere along the lines of “it’s not Porzingus” And it showed Luka being very selfish, Luka didn’t try hard enough to be a teammate. The way Luka is playing this year they would mesh this is the most unselfish And fast Luka has played. People think just because he did get those 10 plus assists he was being a facilitator but it was really after all his iso selfishness.

[@DickiMoltisanti]

@@KilluminatiShakurinsanity

[@macp6870]

Major props to KP. I really enjoyed his time in Dallas. Seems to have really matured over the past couple years

[@GlueGuy20]

Good for you. He didn't enjoy that lol

[@mikehanna4836]

2:17 not JJ explaining one idiomatic expression with another idiomatic expression 😂

[@RzK084]

Much respect for KP. I would have loved to see it work with Luka, but I'm happy he's found a good situation in Boston.

[@suzetteduncan]

love to see KP reflecting and growing up. i'm still a fan. wish he and the Knicks worked out!

[@Rapastoned]

He left cuz he a female didn't want that media pressure on his AZZ but ppl hate randle 😂

[@vharris5503]

This is why I like this podcast. JJ can draw things out of players because he's part of that fraternity nor does he come across as being judgemental, which in turn gets them to be very open and honest during the interview

[@user-ye6it2nj9h]

Man JJ love your Podcast Loved this Episode since KP is so reflective and has incredibly interesting observations 🎉

[@bb3283]

I think it’s bc Luka had to hold the team up by himself when Porzingis went down, and when P came back, it was Luka’s team.

[@somedudefromTX]

As an NBA fan, I'm very happy for KP that he's having a great career. As a Mavs fan, it's tough to get past how Dallas bought high & sold low on KP. None of it was his faoult

[@zacharybarlow518]

Bought high? We gave up Dennis smith jr lol

[@Miks_Petersons]

Finally a KP interview. Boston C's whoopin everybody with this man leading the way

KP seems very humble and mature. Thanks for teaching us all that before criticizing anyone we should always look at ourselves first and realize how we could have done better.

[@RamessesIll]

Tbh this is my first time hearing KP talking, and im kinda impressed how grounded and has a good demeanor

[@RicardsAvakovs]

My man KP. How can you not like the guy? Theres a thing or two players like James Harden could learn from my young Latvian brother. What a mature player he has become! Go KP, go Boston Celtics!

[@ian3084]

For the few minutes that KP and Luka were on the floor together in serious games (playoffs) they were great together. Even if there were issues, these 2 dudes could have worked together, as long as KP could remain healthy.

[@gregordrizzlewing7339]

Your forgetting the main part and he said it “have a good dynamic” you could have friction but honestly how long is that going to work?

[@xavierpringle8889]

Love your Podcast and interviews JJ!! Keep goin strong

[@JJRedick]

Thanks for watching.

[@user-stevegjffuhdry]

Getting to know the authentic and real side of players is why I watch JJ. Keep it up and don't forget what makes you special in this space JJ.

[@BabylonGateLA]

@@JJRedickToo many damn Celtic interviews tho!

[@JazzYachtrocker]

@@BabylonGateLAI mean he’s on the east coast. Lots of Knick, net and Philly interviews too broseph

[@BabylonGateLA]

@@JazzYachtrocker F that, I want some Laker interviews 💪🏻💪🏻💛💜💛💜

[@LatviansNBA]

Love this JJ! Can't wait for the full pod to drop! Now you need to invite Davis Bertans and you can talk about who's the better 3pt shooter haha

[@KingTaylorScoot]

Shoutout KP I love the authenticity from him in this video

[@gcp1901]

This aged interestingly

[@jtill683]

that’s what i’m saying 😂 mavs in 7

[@xanderheiple7959]

@@jtill683 lmaooooo

[@natanaelestrada5506]

​@@jtill683😂

[@cheeto6057]

@@jtill683 This aged interestingly

[@jtill683]

@@cheeto6057 i said the same thing about your spouse

[@user-nb8xq1li4d]

KP, thank you for being so cool and having a good sense of humor! Good luck, glad to be able to enjoy the process, despite the biggest cornerstone of professional athletes, injuries that come and go, but not always the understanding of people. It can be best understood by being in this environment. Greetings from LV❤

[@claymorekwaramba6937]

I wish KP well . He's doing well in Boston. At the time Rick was tuned out by players & coaching his last days. Mavs fan base never warmed up to KP, especially when Luka emerged as the go to player. As he stated , immaturity got in the way

[@twizzy585ful]

Hes hurt again already how's he doing so well....mavs fans warmed up to him they also saw him in street clothes often earning big money and getting punished by his man in the paint

[@wizzfizz6800]

@@twizzy585fulhe’s fitting really well in Boston… it’s a very minor injury and he’s only missed 4ish games, he’s back soon in the next two games

[@twizzy585ful]

@@wizzfizz6800 bruh I'm a Mavs fan this is going to be the regular....he's the reason they got bounced out the tourney and more than likely will be the reason they get bounced in the playoffs

[@claymorekwaramba6937]

@twizzy585ful he never played in the paint . Rick turned him into a 3 point shooter. Maybe you know something Celtics don't 🤣

[@claymorekwaramba6937]

@twizzy585ful Celtics are not asking him to be a 2nd option. Tatum & Brown do the heavy lifting. Holiday is the defensive specialist. Maybe you know something Celtics don't

[@beastmry]

I'm a fan again. Mad respect to KP

[@nothanks5264]

Luka and KP would’ve been great if they would’ve both made a better effort to work things out.

[@AGSung]

It was more on KP to try to work his way up from injury. He thought he was going to be 1B to Luka’s 1A or even the first option over him. And he probably didn’t expect Luka to take the leap that he did from rookie to sophmore year. Luka literally went from potential star to superstar from his rookie to sophomore year.

[@DB-cg4vs]

Same with wizards. Kp would be good if he actually was good with em lol

[@SosaA11]

lol they beat the the clippers if porozingis is t ejected in game 1 in the bubble and injured after

[@quenderasjuaro7028]

@@AGSungthats cap he never thought he was gon be the first option over Luka its really Jason Kidd fault

[@sorrowfgc]

@@DB-cg4vs KP was playing better than most All Stars with the Wizards. wtf are you on about? They were bad because the roster was trash, the coach was trash, and Beal was out for both seasons.

[@daedot8433]

U can tell Porzingis is holding bck what not to say.

[@TheMatic88]

Facts.

[@kylesmith5592]

That Luka dribbles the life out of the ball

[@ataydecharlie]

We all know why it didn't work. The same thing happened with Brunson

[@Ondra-ut8zu]

​@@ataydecharliewcf happened with Brunson

[@ghostlord1st843]

The guy was injured and couldn't post up shooting guards. He also disappeared in the playoffs. That's on him

[@dhutton77]

We are loving this guy in New England.

[@thotsaboutGod]

I appreciate Kristapps honesty about lack of maturity. He's come a long way and as we can see he's a better player also as a result. But I also agree, Luka needs to grow up more. He seems to not be whining about calls as much which is good. Both are great players that will become even greater as they mature.

[@Alexander_Grant]

It takes longer for athletes like that to mature. Most of us have faced adversity in life plenty more by the time we reach that age, whether it be through sports or school or work. Most of these guys have always been the absolute best at whatever they do, and learning how to deal with adversity is part of the process. Even now, Luka is one of the best in the NBA, so his only taste of adversity is really due to injury and team success. That isn't to take away from the time and effort they put into practice and working out, just a side effect of being that good. As a personal anecdote, playing baseball from the time it was player pitch to high school, I lost a total of like 2 games where I started pitching. Never did travel ball or anything because we couldn't really afford the costs, but I was always on the all-star teams and such. My first game in high school, it was a preseason exhibition with a 5A high school that was in the city, and I got hammered, 3 HRs in one inning before I got pulled. It's tough, but you learn how to lose.

[@brennanesposito827]

can’t wait to watch the full pod

[@Mr1337roxor]

Looking forward to this!

[@thazsar]

The big thing is that KP realizes maturity influences A LOT in a man's future. Would've been nice if it worked in Dallas but he's grown as a person

[@Brsrafal]

Healthy kp dangerous man I hope they all play in playoffs

[@kokakoola]

Hello JJ, i from Latvia and ye thanks for this podcast, cant wait full episode.

[@Bballer3304]

Respect. He was trying his hardest to explain but in a way that didn’t cause any overreactions. You can tell he’s moved past and blocked everything out

[@billblaski9523]

Lmao Kristaps is being very diplomatic but the it looks like the obvious answer is they didnt get along😂

[@chizdip8192]

I really hate that KPs time in Dallas didn’t work out. He was one of my favorite players to watch while he was on the Knicks and I was hyped when Dallas traded for him. Even though he’s on another team, I really hope hes able to continue to have a successful career and win a ring

[@unce4lyfe]

This is the best basketball podcast out there, no surprise you're hitting 1M subs so soon!

[@user-vz2cl4nn7c]

congrats JJ you are one of the best on the air

[@montezburton1911]

I’m a say it for KP Luka ain’t pass me the damn ball enough

[@willn8664]

I still remember that Wild and Crazy Guys skit that KP and Luka did awhile ago.🤣

[@AdioAsh]

Great interview and very mature on KP.

[@zbtyn]

Holy crap almost at 1M! Been here since 30k absolutely amazing!!!!!!

[@mondazebasketball]

as a MAVS fan.. I think Dallas give up on him too early.. but I am happy now where team is headed now and happy for KP now. stay healthy.

[@Herbalizer28]

blame Luka for that ! It was clear that Luka didn't want him around

[@DZ-tf4yp]

I really wanted Luka and KP to work out sooo bad, but even KP has acknowledged that he’s happy to be the 3rd/4th option on a team like he is with the Celtics, which good for him, but we needed him to be the 2nd option in Dallas and he wasn’t able to live up to it most of the time(injuries did impact that too)…for those that disagree, please tell me you didn’t watch the mavs game then…countless times he’d have a small guard posted up, and he’d shoot fadeaway jumpers as a 7’3 big man ☹️

[@JC-to5by]

I still remember when KP was unable to move Reggie Jackson in the post during the playoffs...

[@DZ-tf4yp]

@@JC-to5by that or even like I remember him having Rajon Rondo on the elbow, and he’d shoot a turnaround fadeaway instead of bullying him to the basket

[@jkepic25]

Yes, it was always obvious that KP can't play 100% because of his injuries. When he played, he was skipping many games, very often every second game..

[@MrChaseBlue]

He has to settle to being the 3rd/4th option now that his reputation had fallen off after being traded to the Wizards. Seeing how he played today, I think he would’ve enjoyed being higher up in the call sheet. It was just his chemistry with Luka that wasn’t working and the role the coaching staff wanted him to play.

[@anonymousgara8415]

Thank you, may God bless you all and everyone. ❤

[@techxball]

Another great interview from JJ

[@maverick3732]

As a Mavs fan, it was mostly on Carlisle. He either didn’t want to utilize KP or didn’t know how to use KP. He was used as a catch and shoot 3 point shooter or he was given the ball way too much in the post where at that point of his career, he was poor in it and even struggled against smaller wings. He was still great and defensively he was good for the most part (when he was getting bullied by guards) but Luka-KP never reached the level that it could have unfortunately. I don’t think it helps that during the 2021 Clippers series he was out clubbing when he wasn’t performing well. Glad to see him in a much better place where he’s being properly utilized and is doing so as the 3rd option compared to as the 2nd option. It’s all love from Mavs fans to KP

[@brendanhunter389]

If he sucks in the post thats on him. Hes 7ft 3. Learn it.

[@AngelPerez-dc7qo]

@@brendanhunter389no that’s not on him, different body types are a thing if you haven’t noticed.

[@carlosjavierpalacios6793]

no they are not. Also, they were the No 1 offense with Porzingis playing on the perimeter.

[@bigjuni2102]

@@AngelPerez-dc7qoyou’re gonna lose 100% of the time if your 7’3 center can’t post up😂😂. Like cmon develop more skills.

[@DrSeuss-nv9hw]

Also, remember that Jalen Brunson did not flourish until Jason Kidd arrived.

[@-hunt-6225]

Luka just said I’m the Bird of this generation and you are the sidekick. He didn’t like that and it’s understandable they’re all grown men. Now KP sees he ain’t a 1 he’s a 2-3 and that’s fine.

[@ryanzz1357]

It’s great to have seen him grow

[@chava4881]

Ay!!! Respect to Porzingis. kept it real 💯

[@markreacts5764]

His accent really be going in and out lol I like it

[@andriidyvak3541]

Tingus Pingus is a great player, love watching him play.

[@lasoota555]

What a good podcast!!

[@bornidbj]

Dope show JJ!

[@waynesulak1488]

KP was told to stand in the corner because he could not punish any of the clippers smaller players when they switched on to him.

[@joebalsamo8770]

I recall watching porIngus and still being a fan, felt like he didn't have a great game, could of been so much better with things here and there. Looked at the stats and he had 30 and i was like, damn he didn't even have a great game and he has 30, it easily could of been 40-45. Guy got way too undervalued post injury. This version of him is so lethal.

[@brianaltman9258]

Tingus!!! Can’t wait to see you get a ring this season

[@focrs]

Interview the whole Celtics roster will ya😂😎

[@kyle3860]

Best team gets the most attention, little bro

[@gregordrizzlewing7339]

If you interesting he will get to you and even if you not… he will get to you. 😂

[@FabianTheFan]

As a Dallas Fan I still love him and really miss him 🥺

[@NoNoNo12322]

Love them both still will forever be a kp and luka fan

[@jacobgajdosik4646]

Fastest I’ve been, love the vids JJ

[@Chuck.Mast3r]

Lets be real KP is more mature now than Luka currently is. Luka has been handed the keys and probably never told no. I actually think most of his teammates are afraid to challenge him.

[@xtYao]

As a Mavs fan who still likes and believes KP, I think Mavs and KP just didn’t meet at the right time. The front office was in disarray and KP was really held down by those big injuries. Would’ve been a perfect match for Luka.

[@frankiecalabria9713]

Congrats on 1 million subscribers JJ.

[@whatsgood22022]

Respect to KP

[@SosaA11]

Casuals don’t know they beat the the clippers if porzingis isnt ejected in game 1 in the bubble and injured after

[@user-ho1vf6eu7c]

If my grandma have balls she would be my grandpa.

[@mcsk912]

I always thought this...

[@MG-np6wh]

And he got ejected for defending Luka!!

[@Brickwilliams]

Damn, he’s one of my favorite players after this interview, what a guy man. And they should’ve played him in the paint and not on the perimeter, that would’ve been all the difference

[@slimconfucius]

They tried, he struggled to post up against smaller guards...

[@Brickwilliams]

@@slimconfucius he ain’t strugglin in Boston that’s for sure

[@Brickwilliams]

@@slimconfucius there’s also more to being in the paint than posting up people. Offensive rebounding, lob threat, inside finishing threat, and he can still score in the post

[@slimconfucius]

@@Brickwilliams He's not, but he's also not the same player as he was on the Mavericks, he played very passive which is why Rick used him differently. He was playing a bit scared, probably because he wasn't able to catch any breaks with injuries.

[@GlueGuy20]

@@slimconfucius scared?! Lol where'd that come from 😅🤦

[@sonjoseph]

"Pissing contest" is the addition to my vocabulary that I've been looking for. Thanks JJ.

[@Xiaolongbaokid16]

Porzingis was already an All-Star when he came in to the Mavs, but they’re still both young, him and Luka. Sometimes you’d feel the animosity between them whenever they’re in the court, and it was not fun at all. It’s fun to see Luka’s having a great season now with Kyrie and Porzingis with the Celtics. It may not worked out, but at least, they’ve learned some stuffs about themselves. Those realizations and reflections are important both for them, and for the team they’re playing for.

[@matthews9477]

TINGIS PINGIS THE GOAT!❤

[@josephharake6196]

Great interview, KP seems like a really nice bloke

[@Crystar500]

Got spoiled about who it was after listening to The Lowe Post, but still cool to see him on - as a New Yorker I always wondered what it was like from his POV, so I'm looking forward to hearing that

[@yellowmamba2k]

they could’ve been amazing

[@mycommintmycomment2312]

Mavericks in 6

[@viltvardisnemiers4075]

Not even in 69...

[@sergeynazaro1768]

THIS IS AMAZING WOW

[@moon__punk]

The difference between KP's and Luka's interviews in the postures... JJ actually opens up and seems natural in this one, in the Luka's interviews he looks as if any kind of a wrong facial muscle move could upset the interviewee...

[@gamerzwithjobs330]

I love how jj goes besides the Heath. It’s all about the health imo. When kp was healthy, we were great and we were beating the clippers before he got hurt. He was just never healthy, it wasn’t about fit, he was never healthy. Otherwise they were good when he was healthy

[@edijs4d]

yea, so good, kp standing in the corner watching luka dribble for 20 seconds

[@user-ho1vf6eu7c]

@@edijs4d That or they giving the ball to KP and he shooting bricks all game.

[@edijs4d]

@@user-ho1vf6eu7c damn, he really got that many touches? Or are you on that good good rn?

[@bradydechant8281]

@@edijs4dhe was talking about the 2020 series

[@bigsamkay]

​@@edijs4dtrue. But hard to spend so many hours to plan around a player who's never healthy.

[@oompa765]

Say what you want but he is the most fluent English speaking euro by far

[@nandorpiski2125]

yup his English is impressive compared to other european players

[@Sk1LLownzu]

Nowitzki

[@Sk1LLownzu]

Or even better, listen to hockey player from LA - Anze Kopitar

[@Jordan-bv7on]

Really cool for JJ to go get Dolph Lundren as a guest on the pod!

[@oldnbaschool]

About time KP is here

[@Matt-su4fq]

Facts: The KP Trade is still hunting us as we owe the Knicks a first round pick. KP's biggest issue in Dallas was not Luka, was not RC, he was injured a lot and so he was never able to get to his prime in Dallas. Besides that he dealt with some stuff in his private life. And that is why I don't regret the trade to Washington. The Unicorn Era got revived with Wemby and Chet. Jokic, Embiid and Giannis dominate the MVP Conversation. KP matured and is a very good versatile big at the Cs. Mavs also got their Center in DL II. Happy End for both sides. Btw: Everybody hyped the Mavs up for the trade at that time robbing the Knicks. In hindsight it was a terrible trade. Who would have thought 5 years ago that a 6ft Guard in Dallas on a shortened Rookie contract would be a future superstar at the Knicks and his name is Brunson? Mavs made so many mistakes in that season, giving Brunson a shorter Rookie Deal, dumping Harrison Barnes and trading for KP who at that time came of a serious knee injury.

[@IowaLanguages]

Love Porzingis!!! Hope he gets to win the title over Luka this year! ☘️☘️☘️☘️

[@tankshot3256]

Mavs vs Celts in the finals thats something of a back story if ever!

[@julianbrooks3417]

If u only would of known it would happen for true..😂😂😂😂

[@tankshot3256]

@@julianbrooks3417 how about thar right??? Haha Of course i'll be rooting for the Mavs!

[@NoTime4NoHo]

I got a KP jersey right after he came to Dallas, I would LOVE to see him come back and play for us.

[@DFW817]

As a Mavs fan, Luka didn’t know how to play with another superstar at the time. He was used to always being the guy. He understands he needs help now and has been great with Kyrie. KP was coming off an injury and wasn’t ready to get back to full health yet. I wish the Mavs would have been more patient.

[@bimshake]

Fair take

[@restivepanda]

KP seems to really have his ego in check in his new role in Boston. Really nice to hear him speak about it. I love the type of player he's been for them- really patches up their holes and is an awesome threat/change of pace in their dribble-drive offense. What's crazier though is that with this newfound maturity he has now and the skillset he's been able to hone, he'd be the PERFECT fit next to Luka & Kyrie on this current iteration of the Mavs. Shame but I'm happy he's got the right head on his shoulders now.

[@ouicertes9764]

It happened after he fired is previous agent, who was his brother

[@kingart23]

The difference Boston isn't ballhoging. Brown & Tatum are making plays for KP to thrive. Not sure if anything has changed in Dallas.. 'Luka ISO Town, ohh dang it's not working, 3sec left? ok here you go teammate you can have the ball :D '

[@aleskatic431]

@@kingart23 I guess you haven't watched a single Dallas game this season.

[@GlueGuy20]

@@kingart23 facts lol

[@arturs83616]

He avrages almost 20ppg in Boston dude. Little bit less than 2nd best score in the team wit 8 more less shot per game than Brown or Tatum. It was never the ego thing w him. Its the injuries... Last year it was 23ppg. Lūka always Will get his crazy stats. But the team aint gonna win any throphys. When lūka is holding the ball no one around him Will not thrive.