LeBron James Opens Up About The Miami Heat Learning How to Win Together

[@MindTheGamePodcast]

This is a teaser clip from Episode 3, which drops first thing tomorrow morning. It's an awesome episode so subscribe if you haven't and we'll see you in the morning. Cheers. 🍷

[@rangergaming8316]

Please keep uploading a long preview video like this every week! It's past 1 am for me but this is so good that I can't go without watching it.

[@jfr5962]

Damn cant wait!! 🔥

[@cybomakh210]

💃💃💃

[@jumpy2xstreaming]

Bro wtf I wish it was out now lol😂

[@mattbricekell]

Dude, he invented super teams. There will also be an asterick next to LBJs name because of it. He doesnt win all those titles without Wade. MJ never teamed up with Larry Bird. LBJ does not have that killer instinct that Kobe and MJ had. Hes just a NICE guy, period. Hes had the greatest basketball story as good as advertised out of the gate in the NBA. But hes the inventor of super teams. DR J said it best and LBJ will never be in my top 5-10 players because he cries too much and tries to play the GM role on many different teams.

[@flexermc4333]

Chris bosh importance isn't talked about enough

[@MindTheGamePodcast]

Facts

[@rangergaming8316]

Big facts! He deserves so much more credit.

[@1ftsports678]

He was always viewed as kinda soft

[@denzelp8017]

He was the intangible guy that’s why only hoopers acknowledge it

[@AliAli-eh9jn]

@@MindTheGamePodcastYep Yep - LeYepYep James

[@shedrickturner7758]

Love how they showed Chris Bosh love 💯💯

[@courtneylove9403]

Dude he was a Last min dude Melo was suppose to go to Miami they had to settle for bosh

[@jayja9230]

Man a 14 minute preview as soon as I walk in the house thank the lord

[@MindTheGamePodcast]

Enjoy!

[@LensOfSin]

Soon as i get off work. Tsss ain’t it good !!

[@rangergaming8316]

It's past 1 am for me but if I see a new video drop then I'm watching. I love that they're posting longer preview clips, we need this every week!

[@QGuides]

Istg I just got in the house and yessssssss. I can’t wait for tomorrow. Already got the wine ready.

[@thenbalovesdp]

@@MindTheGamePodcast Make the next one a 15-minute preview clip

[@officialtbhoops]

Being a LeBron fan during his time in Miami was probably my favorite time in NBA history. That era is when I truly fell in love with ball. Crazy how he went to Miami 14 years ago…..I was 11 years old.

[@TheManyFacedGawd]

Bro, literally the same feeling my greatest sports memories are with Miami

[@vensonj]

Imagine living in Miami at the time..the playoff games would end and the 24 hour fitness would be full of hoopers til like 5 am..that’s how hyped we would be..I’m talking 5 on 5 with people having downs to play

[@MegalodonFitness]

2012 was the best year of My life

[@venomblack1]

Downs means next? Lol

[@hamzafarooq5379]

I live in Miami and the energy they brought to our city at that time was just amazing! Some of the greatest sports memories came during that 4-year run. They had the whole city buzzing.

[@okbuddyy]

Its actually insane how Spo never won coach of the year, even to this day. One of the best to ever do it

[@adimusicindia13]

Bro the fk? Fr? That is absolutely unacceptable

[@existentity3476]

Us old heads think of him as a young coach, but he's been kiling it for a decade. And he's still pretty young. I suspect that he's going to have a long run of massive success in the near future and go down as one of the best coaches in history.

[@sef.aureus]

I mean, Tim Duncan never won a single DPOY as well lol. Voters never get it right almost all of the time.

[@HVBRSoF]

he's always expected to do well, hence he never wins it. winner is always someone who had low expectations. expectations for Spo is always high, so he gotta be out of this world getting records to even be considered.

[@adimusicindia13]

@@HVBRSoF facts. And during the Heat’s big 3 run everyone gave credit only to the players (which they indeed deserved). Since then we’ve seen plenty of “Big 3’s” that turned out to be busts because of bad coaching

[@baconbisquits101]

It’s great to hear Lebron give Spoelstra his praise. Erik Spoelstra doesn’t get his just do in this generation as a top coach.

[@rangergaming8316]

I agree.

[@fancylad22]

seemed like he was also giving him a lot of the blame

[@boomdynamite8391]

​@@fancylad22damn talk about reaching, if you a hater just say that

[@fancylad22]

@@boomdynamite8391 naw, I'm just reading between the lines. Lebron is very calculated with what he says.

[@Rodricktyrone]

Bron loves Spo. During the 2020 finals that was a chess match between bron/rondo & Spo/Jimmy

[@ATDUB-ty9nc]

We don’t give Chris Bosh enough credit for allowing the Heat to introduce “small ball” into basketball. Changed the game forever

[@dimitrijetucovic1307]

The Heat did not introduce small ball into the NBA 😂

[@michaelbyrne9246]

@@dimitrijetucovic1307 I would say Don Nelson introduced it either in Dallas or GS. I could be wrong though.

[@Gotothelui]

The Nash Phoenix Suns?

[@dimitrijetucovic1307]

@@michaelbyrne9246 Donny but the D'Antoni Suns really introduced it

[@iangmendoza]

nah

[@emiliospowerballer1441]

This podcast is going to destroy the hate-fuelled First Takes on ESPN. Its so bad, while the uneducated are arguing about superteams, this podcast will make Basketball fans love the game for what it is. Keep it up

[@rangergaming8316]

This podcast and others like it will educate the audience and an audience that's more educated and knowledgeable about basketball will tend to stay away from the type of content that we currently see on the big networks which is why they want to spin what LeBron and JJ say to spread false narratives because more people tuning in to this podcast is bad for them in the long term.

[@ReoLeo-ov7xh]

​@@rangergaming8316👍 we're just glad MIND THE GAME podcast, has been provided, so WE can finally enjoy what's actually THE NORMAL standard of basketball..

[@dantewilliams7458]

It’s already has In my opinion that’s why clowns like Steven A made that envious statement

[@tigerhoods7927]

People only watch first take cause they hate Skip Bayless so much lol

[@David-iv6je]

I don't even watch ESPN commentators. Such tabloid trash. Their business model is to stir up controversy.

[@SongofIceandTea]

The fact that Spoelstra lead Miami to another 2 NBA Finals after the superteam disbanded proof that Spoelstra is the real deal, that man is a solid coach, a top level coach.

[@MoneyMouktv]

Not really tho both those appearances after Lebron left are flukes that winning championships left when lebron did

[@DysfuntionalHabit]

@@MoneyMouktvit was just unfortunate Spo ran into one of his star pupils. And if it was Boston as EC Champs bubble year rondo had brads number too.

[@phenomenal-fitness]

@@MoneyMouktvYou don’t make it to two Finals on a fluke. Wtf are you talking about?

[@untilnothingisleft8722]

Hearing Bron give Coach Spoe his respect is such a relief and breath of fresh air. Well done. Couldn't have done it without you Sir.... King.

[@BigBall78]

After he tried to get him fired 😂

[@untilnothingisleft8722]

@@BigBall78 yeah... It shows how much he's matured from that moment. And unless you were there it was hearsay

[@meezyworld]

@@untilnothingisleft8722they still running with a exaggerated story.. because he asked Riley about coaching again and they still til this day say he try to get him fired lol😂

[@untilnothingisleft8722]

@meezyworld I know what interview you're speaking of now. While accurate, I believe Bron is now publicly acknowledging Coach Spoe's part in H3ATS title runs. Weather his thoughts @ that time where to fire Coach. Again... A relief & respect to Bron.

[@Unidentified_userr]

@@untilnothingisleft8722pat Riley confirmed it it’s not hard to search. You just don’t want believe it

[@AndrewTheLifestyle]

It is amazing to hear LeBron reflect on his career and significant points in his career especially his time in Miami.

[@02nupe]

all while he is still an all NBA player! this is great! something we missed from the 90s greats on a platform like this (didn't exist back then but still)

[@Daz86.]

bro be like "yeh i remember that play, we were at home it was the 13th feb, had kyrie TT frye JR and me on the court, it was an out of bounds play with 3min 42 sec left on the clock 4th quarter, we had 2 TO's remaining, we were in the penalty, up by 2. there was 23 people in the front row, 7 had black shirts, 3 had yellow, 3 maroon, 4 white, 1 red, 1 brown and 2 floral dresses 2 plaid flanal shirts red and black, it was 73 degrees with a south easterly wind, humidity was 42%, the mop boy on the previous break blinked 7 times and wiped his brow with his left arm at a 45 degree angle ..."

[@ishotthesheriffthedeputyididnt]

​@@02nupe like it's free game !

[@02nupe]

@@ishotthesheriffthedeputyididntthat part 🎯

[@空心菜沒用]

Like it’s One Piece pre time skip

[@ImportAl]

"I play like shit" talking about 2011, we ALL respect hearing you say that! Didn't know about Chip Kelly's football influence on Spo and Bosh, so dope.

[@maviebaby]

I remember hearing that as a rumor, but I didn't know it was true.

[@rangergaming8316]

Facts, love that Bron is saying about stuff like that we didn't know. Truly shows how everyone put in so much in order to win.

[@RonPower]

He played bad, but give credit to Dirk, who was a monster. Most incredible playoff run in NBA history.

[@fauxbro1983]

um..it was Dallas defense, lebron just doing his feminine things.

[@manofaith75]

The funny thing is Lebron has always blamed himself for 2011, but haters keep regurgitating the myth that Lebron never holds himself accountable.

[@Barry_Tsedaka]

Miami Heat 2012-13 was the smoothest team I've ever saw playing.

[@kedrprao]

Nah that honor goes to 2014 Spurs. Literally every offensive possession that team would get open shots, obviously after hundreds of passes!!

[@mrblend]

@@kedrprao facts

[@SUSSYBAKA-mp9nk]

2012-13 heat was probably one of the most dominant teams can be up there with that 73-9 team

[@kaleb324]

lebron with shooters and birdman when cb and wade sat 🔥🔥 man i wish dwyane had more than 1 peak prime year with lebron.

[@dontaviousdouglas2309]

The Thing That’s Genuinely Funny About That Team Was How Dominant That Team Was Despite Wade Being Injured And Leaving His Prime. I Genuinely Can’t Imagine What ‘13 LeBron & Like ‘11 Wade Would’ve Did Together. They Won 27 Straight Games , 66 Wins Overall & Had A 43 Game Stretch In Which They Went 41-2 Up Until They Loss Game 1 Against Chicago In The 2nd Round. They Loss More Games Than They Would Have In The Playoffs Probably Because Wade Was Injured Dealing With 3 Bone Bruises In His Knee & His Other Knee Had Borderline Arthritis. He Averaged 16 PPG In The Playoffs But Was Able To Turn It Up At Key Moments. Game 7 Vs Indy , Game 4 Vs Spurs & Game 7 Vs Spurs. Honestly Was Great From Game 4 To Game 7 Of That Finals Series. They Did All That WITHOUT PRIME WADE. I Cant Even Imagine The Damage They Wouldve Did With A Full Strength Wade.

[@MegaKhas]

Glad to see Chris Bosh getting his flowers, he's the forgotten middle child when it comes to the Miami Heat's big 3 and the media don't mention him at all. LeBron emphasizing how his success in Miami was due to the play style CB allowed is heartwarming considering nowadays most good teams have a CB type player now.

[@ebn128]

Bron is a real one and he was there for his hof induction. He’s a great teammate!

[@jareljones3911]

@@ebn128wasn’t there during Wade’s

[@devontacosby8593]

@@jareljones3911yeah I think around that time his son almost loss his life

[@treydagrim5278]

The only ones who don’t acknowledge him is Bronsexuals because it kills their “Bron had no help” bs

[@elijahstraight402]

If Bron was the heart and D-Wade was the brain of those Heatles Teams, then CB was the lungs. The heart or the brain can't function without air transmission

[@clarkpetion305]

The fact that Spo has never won COY is wild!

[@abzda1700]

He doesn’t deserve it for what reason is he winning it

[@koalabearss]

@@abzda1700wtf. You crazy?

[@impacc4182]

@@abzda1700 There's literal coaches that have gotten the award and never won any type of chip, meanwhile spo led miami to back to back chips, the best record in the nba, and 4 finals. Stop trolling

[@clarkpetion305]

@@impacc4182 6 Finals

[@ejectoseatocuzhaha]

But mike brown has 2 lol

[@rangergaming8316]

A 14 minute preview clip!?! Thank you so much!!!

[@jrswam]

I'm treating everyone of these episodes the same. Wait until the family is out doing something, pick up some carry out, and have myself a little mini solo vacation lol

[@boomdynamite8391]

Lol same bro

[@quataviuslee2187]

🍷 it’s the only way

[@teoxoe]

frr

[@apexon]

I look forward to these, it’s so dope seeing them give this insight into ball. The Lebron documentary will be insane

[@tag7376]

​@@apexon That Bron documentary gone smash Last Dance.. so many levels n layers to his career regardless of who one thinks goat. Doesn't matter. His career is something never seen B4

[@isomagic9223]

I aint gonna lie, 50 minutes aint enough, yall gotta make at least 1 hour

[@rangergaming8316]

Facts, I agree!

[@untitled2012]

Say thank you before you ask for more

[@ReoLeo-ov7xh]

stop being greedy and appreciate what you're getting ..

[@Raven55549]

​@@ReoLeo-ov7xh No WE NEED MORE! 😂

[@DwightShepherd]

Facts! Nothing under an HR please!

[@domingomacedo1758]

What made Bosh so valuable was his ability to switch onto different offensive players, could guard the perimeter with no issues and his pick n roll defense was amazing.

[@finesseb305]

as a die hard heat fan hearing bron talk about the heatle days brings a smile to my face bro😭

[@VonJay]

You should have seen my face as soon as I read the title.

[@Rodricktyrone]

The fact that I’m a die hard Heat fan & a die heart Oregon Duck. That story of spo going to Oregon is beautiful!

[@fredrickjohnson9473]

You sound a groupie dude die hard fan smh

[@nickle549]

Spo went to college at University of Portland so it was familiar territory

[@Rodricktyrone]

@@nickle549 that’s true

[@flexermc4333]

Lebrons 2011 choke and the way he came back in 2012 and 2013 is legendary.

[@dereksupernaut]

Westbrook and Durant were age 23 and Harden was a 6th man... what do you mean by "legendary"???

[@flexermc4333]

​​@@dereksupernaut almost nobody would be able to endure what bron suffered that summer mentally and come back and dominate and win 2 rings in a row

[@Obamaruntz1]

@@dereksupernautalways that one huh😂🤦🏽‍♂️

[@Retro5609]

​@@dereksupernautthat didn't stop them from making the finals did it

[@austinthompson3543]

@@dereksupernautthat thunder team were favored to win against the heat😂

[@nate7764]

The way JJ closed that episode was surgical... "And that's basketball," gave me goosebumps.

[@timonriehl8707]

I could listen to this podcasts for days man. This is just a preview but this is so interesting and helpful

[@w1zent91]

This is why Chris Bosh is in my top 5 (Personal) favourites. He's been that guy, so underrated lol

[@BelovedBone]

The mental fortitude it took from what LeBron was in the 2011 finals to have the greatest individual basketball run from 2012-2020 is AMAZING

[@rangergaming8316]

It's truly incredible. Most people would never recover from that because of how much it would affect their mental health.

[@impacc4182]

I always say this, this dude wnet crazy the next 7 years making 7 more finals straight

[@bolouniverse]

Not the same caliber of player but my boy Nick Anderson is a prime example of never recovering from a choke.

[@elijahstraight402]

I still feel as if "I played like shit that series" is only one side of the coin to Bron's admission of letdown in the 2011 Finals. Something else happened during that series where he mentally checked out and said fucc it. I would hope that he's able to discuss after he retires perhaps. That would eclipse everything the Last Dance was IMO

[@mikhelBrown]

Am so glad King James choose to do this with J.J. it's like they've had this discussion before and decided to do again on a pod. ✌🏾💯

[@HowardSmothers-ty8gj]

They actually did. Like 2/3 years ago on twitter

[@ReoLeo-ov7xh]

back in *2017* JJ Redick moved his podcast FROM yahoo sports, to Lebron's company UNINTERRUPTED .. AFTERWHICH JJ went on to form "his own" company ... as of NOW "his company" AND "lebron's company, have decided to do this podcast TOGETHER .. it appears Lebron & JJ have the type of camaraderie that WORKS ..

[@ddp5406]

Cookin the narratives while givin flowers simultaneously Love it

[@Omnis2]

Love the series so far, and this was great as a Heat fan. One suggestion: Put a compressor on your mics and tweak your de-Esser. All the hi freq ruffling and the S sounds are really hot in the mix and bringing that down would make the show much kinder on the ears.

[@ThatGuyGloomy]

Words cant describe how much i look forward to seeing where these episodes are gonna go

[@futcheaky4587]

This is amazing, reliving them Heat days were special

[@WillLegxndary]

As a Heat fan i really love that Bron acknowledges his choke in 2011 and how great Dirk was in those finals. The Heat should of won had he played better but Dirk played some of the best basketball of his life while being sick absolute legend!

[@swish-1985]

Facts

[@darth_uchiha8853]

💯

[@abzda1700]

Heat could of one if spo made good coaching adjustments

[@darth_uchiha8853]

@@abzda1700 nah he was choking to bad

[@JL-li6bb]

​@@abzda1700yup spo didn't become SPO until '12. He was subpar his rookie year to '11. If he even subbed Chalmers over Bibby Heat probably win despite Lebron choking

[@TheReal-trublu357]

Bron haters are even in the comments........i dont understand how you guys hate the man but follow and watch his every move? Lmao yall mad weird.........this pod is absolutely amazing JJ and bron. Uninterrupted is brilliant. I got me a couple of caps and hoodies , i love what yall represent 🐐👑🍷

[@ochukoerhisere5767]

They can’t get enough of him… They hate him but love him privately and will be just as sad as his die hards when he calls it quits….

[@mrblend]

lol depends how you look at it. If any criticism to you means "haters" than sure, that just means you are a huge Bronsexual.

[@PMKru]

Same Shit I Said The Shit I Hate I Dont Follow Or Keep Up With. But These Idiots Stay Commenting To Bait Arguments

[@user-ht9mh4cm3f]

haven't seen a single person hating on bron in the comments but I'll keep a look out I guess..

[@LaChrisNola]

​@user-ht9mh4cm3f Dude I just got in the comments and I've seen like 8 lmao trust me they're there

[@xBEASTMODE117x]

Oh this episode about to be another BANGER

[@andren8788]

I gotta say thanks to JJ for pushing for more of this kinda content than the same ole stale debate of Jordan vs Bron or Kobe vs Bron.🙄

[@Mahomeboy]

Nobody talks Kobe vs bron. It’s too one sided argument in the latter’s favour

[@bokjrincanada7891]

cause we all know bron can't argue about that, he knows that he ain't calibre of kobe or mj.hahaha one sided interview

[@GOATZELWARDBANDWAGON.]

​@@bokjrincanada7891How isn't he in their calibre? Especially kobe.

[@LeSpiduh-Mon]

@@bokjrincanada7891🤦🏾‍♂️

[@jcgocrazy]

@@bokjrincanada7891why do you bron haters watch every episode of his podcast?

[@stevie4734]

The fact Spo implemented a football concept into basketball with that team is impressive af!!

[@seanmarshall8799]

14 minute preview rebuked a littany of narratives.

[@JayZeeZ]

Bron still was the core but Bosh importance was equal.

[@abzda1700]

Nah it wasn’t equal they lost if bron did show up but they won whole series without bosh

[@kpj2224]

@@abzda1700what exactly are you saying

[@abzda1700]

@@kpj2224 they won series without bosh they never won a playoff series without bron

[@toyimuthimuni]

Im from South Africa so i knew nothing about basketball growing up, then 2016 during the cavs and worriors match up,started watching it from internet and we cant watch live basketball because it plays around 2am because of time different so i wake up in the morning watch highlights, this is arguably the most beautiful sport in the world. Till this day ive never watched a LIVE game in my life💔💔💔, you should see me avoiding basketball ball news before i watch the highlights so i dont ruin the game for myself while my algorithm is throwing results before i watch it💔💔💔💔💔. What I'd give

[@kwanelesosibo3293]

It plays on DSTV Espn channels

[@verawallace9055]

I beg to differ Soccer is

[@deirdreyoung1414]

I agree!! Basketball is the most beautiful sport. I love it!!! ❤❤❤

[@rubenalba1704]

Humbling story, respect to a real ball fan

[@Heehee902]

It can’t be a beautiful sport watch Barca highlights lil boy

[@blocklandia1770]

As a Bulls fan, I wanted nothing more than to beat the Heat in the early 2010s. We were a 60 win team with a dominant defense, and needing to contain LeBron and Wade with a tough close out on either Bosh or Haslem was the thing that broke our team.

[@jaydot4956]

I still remember that game 5 against Chicago in 2011 when the bulls had a double digit lead with like 3 minutes left and Lebron and Wade just hit clutch shot after clutch shot and closed the series out.

[@bigdawg5150]

If they had a reliable scoring option outside of d rose they beat them boys. Dudes played good all season long until they met in the playoffs then everybody numbers dropped

[@blocklandia1770]

@@bigdawg5150 yeah they didn’t talk about it much in the video but the Heat blitzed the D Rose PnR action and with the athleticism on the help side it was really hard to score in that series. Bosh’s length and activity in those blitz were nuts. Also in crunch time LeBron would switch on D rose which was nuts and force even more adjustments the bulls didn’t have.

[@DrillingProductions0]

Always great to see CB get the credit he deserves! Way ahead of his time as a stretch 5

[@jcgocrazy]

Can't wait for this episode to drop!

[@Majontop]

Need more Lebron Heat stories like this. Hearing him break down Spo’s coaching from those years

[@aleksiz15]

Speaks how great Coach Spo is.

[@0327elf]

Key is having efficient role players around the 2-3 core stars.💪🏿

[@jimmygraham8554]

Boston rn

[@24KLuxury]

LeBron the GOAT I can’t wait for his lifelong documentary to drop.

[@Scramblefred2399]

That shit should be a series

[@MakaveliCVW]

Here we go with the handjobs...your goat-lebron....THE goat-jordan

[@mikhelBrown]

Knowing how intentional Bron is, Am guessing he would.

[@Nsxlovers]

Dude you need to add fake goat 🐿️

[@LeSpiduh-Mon]

@@Nsxloverslol.

[@davidprice4777]

Props to Coach Eric S and Chris Both,who changed his game from low post to wing shooter,Good passer,and solid defender!Both and totally Underrated!Great Podcast James and JJ Reddick!❤

[@Brick_Steve]

This is phenomenal. Thank you guys for putting it together.

[@Tecontiming]

can’t wait for this episode

[@jackdriscoll8387]

i hope these 2 do this podcast for decades

[@drealboy_]

Millenia

[@tristanstarks8827]

The fact that Erik Spoelstra went to talk with Chip Kelly to learn his offense and we're just now hearing about it tells you everything you need to know about him. Wow. Great Coach for sure.

[@KameronVisuals]

I always said Chris Bosh doesn’t get talked about enough from what he did on the defensive end to how he created space on the offensive end with his offensive abilities.

[@abzda1700]

Because if you talk about it you have to talk about all of it even his low point which were bad

[@guillermoportillo7949]

Chris Bosh accepting his role is what made that Heat team so lethal. He understood he was alongside two scorers, so he knew that he would have to adapt and expand his game to fulfill their highest potential. One guy accepting his role is what makes big three teams work. Like with the MJ, Scottie, and Rodman Bulls. Rodman didn’t need to score the ball to be effective and he did all the little things to make his team better. That is the key to great teams!

[@azysmith4970]

I swear i just got off work picked the kids up and was like i wonder when they going to drop a new episode.. then boom 😂😂 i know its not a episode but I'm thankful lmao

[@Djmas-t5c]

Lebron the goat damn his knowledge about the game is crazy

[@rangergaming8316]

Facts!

[@Djmas-t5c]

@SiegfriedDerDrachentoter you right but no doubt top 2 basketball player ever not arguable

[@2rawww4tvkd]

@@Djmas-t5cI could easily argue & destroy that . Kareem indeed is top 2 & Kobe is 3rd all time

[@Djmas-t5c]

@@2rawww4tvkd I know where u coming from but what about the talent level lebron is greater just saying

[@oni_vergil7342]

@@2rawww4tvkdlet’s debate then. Lebron is the best basketball player ever to touch a ball! It ain’t close . Would love to hear why you think there are 3 players in front of him.

[@100SC]

Just need JJ to ask him what his mindset was in that game 6 against Celtics - that Bron was a MONSTER!!

[@LL-rc2ol]

james talked bout game 6 before

[@joeblackwolf17]

Great clip. Sound team needed to check lebrons mic to avoid the scratching noises 😂but a GREAT conversation ❤❤❤can’t wait for the episode. More of this

[@hugochaves9477]

Bron already citing former episodes to reference the conversation shows his great memory. Again

[@markied2873]

You can't remember things you said or talked about? Stop glazing

[@Whatacomedian_]

2k developers. Please insert the slot cut lol. Too many times its just the corner lol

[@ItiSJayVeh]

You can time it with the cut to basket option on a player on the wing but it's a very weird timing if you don't find a play that already runs slot. Tho a more specific one would be nice

[@nickfowler547]

I think Spo even more so modernized NBA defense by sliding a wing like Bron or Battier to the 4, sometimes playing 3 guards, switching everything, mixing zone in at times. A lot of teams defenses especially in the postseason now resemble those early Miami defenses in some aspect

[@cherryboom724]

Coach Spo is a top 10 coach of all time

[@PTCAL]

Im not gonna lie, im one of those dude who thought before that spo is just a pupper benefit from a superteam but now we all think he is the next pop

[@alltheworldsastage8597]

Oh, so LeBron did have a great coach

[@brandonwood7463]

Already fkn stoked about next episode and love,love the core substance of the podcast. Hands down my favorite podcast right now. Thank ya JJ! Duke 4Life!

[@Peez1515]

This this the best NBA content by far! Thank you!!!

[@VICTORGOMEZOFFICIAL]

2011 was definetely a humbling year, they won game 1 and coach told mark cuban, ''not strong enough, not fast enough'', also wade and bron making fun of dirk being sick.... God looked down and said you know what? yall were supposed to win, but since yall wanna be cocky Dirk will now absorb lebrons powers and no player on planet earth will be able to stop him this series..... and the rest is history.

[@abzda1700]

Why are you here shouldn’t you be watching first take or something

[@fickdich973]

So god was in the mavs starting 5? Huh, never knew that

[@grevoni]

7:38 how was this not a super team? Not enough complimentary guys to be a super team? Chalmers, Haslem,Miller, Battier are all great complimenting pieces. How many complimenting pieces before it changes from big 3 to a super team?

[@javianjohnson8746]

I'm loving this pod so much 🔥

[@AaronOysterPT]

This is a great show, looking forward to the full episode!

[@julio_hz]

Such a great segment. Goes to show how little appreciated Coach Spo is to the media (never won COTY). And how impressive was Chris Bosh during the Heatles era.

[@oliviervo6889]

I just dropped to my knees in front of a Walmart when I saw notification for this.

[@rangergaming8316]

Why did you drop to your knees first? Click on the notification first before dropping to your knees so you can watch the video.

[@A-A-RonDavis2470]

Bruh, go find Jesus, lmao

[@oliviervo6889]

It's a meme bro@@A-A-RonDavis2470

[@ajalbetjr]

This fourteen-minute 'teaser clip' has so much in-depth knowledge it feels like a show in itself!! This is simply the best 'cast of it's kind out there... Can't wait to see the full show!

[@rangergaming8316]

Big facts! I hope they release long teaser clips like this every week.

[@reynaldi2297]

And this, ladies and gentlemen, is the true origin of small ball before the Warriors took it to the next level

[@Phizzo4real]

"5 out"... yup. Ppl think "small ball entails a "smaller lineup." Yes, it is a part of it, but it is mostly being able to free up the post and 5 players playing primarily on the perimeter. It makes DHOs, and kockouts deadlier.

[@reynaldi2297]

@@Phizzo4real thanks for the insights! I often use the terms very loosely but the idea that I had in mind is very simple, to take the opposing center out of the paint area and allows the ballhandler to drive

[@stolekostov5111]

The origin of smallball and everything you see today are the 2006 Phoenix Suns. Amare goes down with a knee injury, Boris Diaw is the 5, Shawn Marion is the 4, Nash Barbosa and Dudley. Run and gun, pace and space. Give D'Anthony his credit. Heatles were using the concept but still had great players. That Suns squad overachieved so much that it robbed Kobe/ Shaq of an MVP

[@Nomofood]

That would’ve been the Suns under Dantoni

[@natevanderw]

@@stolekostov5111 Yes and no. 2006 Suns experimented with it, but it didn't stick because they failed to win a chip with it. It wasn't until 2012-2013 that a small ball team dominated which subsequently defined the small ball era. up until 2021 or so when nowadays 90% of traditional 4's and 5's can shoot the 3

[@Daz86.]

good stuff as always but damn JJ get the audio sorted out.

[@bryonstevenson1084]

This is Amazing . So glad you guys decided to do this thank you.

[@jethrojacinto2798]

DROP THIS EP PLEASE

[@rangergaming8316]

I'm pretty sure it drops at 7 am ET tomorrow morning so I guess stay tuned. That's the time the previous two episodes dropped and they confirmed in the pinned comment that it'll be out tomorrow morning.

[@tdsm99]

Wait isnt ep 3 supposed to be out tomorrow??

[@MindTheGamePodcast]

Episode 3 drops first thing in the morning. This is a preview

[@tdsm99]

​​@@MindTheGamePodcast man y'all rule. This is that content

[@viking_fisherman]

I’ve learned more about basketball from watching 7-8 of these guys’ discussion videos than I acquired over the last 40 years. It is so much fun listening to long-term players who’ve lived this game for so long at the highest level!!!! Keep these videos coming’!!!!!

[@malrulesall9669]

Fax

[@Benjaja]

Audio is crunchy or spicy or treble turned up. I get it it, peaky is occasionally fine, but for these long talks double mic them with 5 total mics; two personal lavalier mics one dialed up to catch lows, the other dialed low to catch the peaks, so that's 4 and then use a Rode shotgun mic to just capture the space. Who's got the budget for these and who's running the show? I get it, things happen, but with Lebron and JJ I mean, I'd think ya'll could find the resources for it. Happy this is a preview so you can run the entire thing through Adobe PP and just have AI clean up whatever you captured. Cheers and thanks for hearing my hyper criticism on production. I mean, we're listening to this more than we're watching this. I'm done.. My bad, all love. Nobody's getting fired just correct it. I'm not looking for a job, just put the level of effort and care into what you're doing as these men have in their careers. You gotta match that level of excellence. As JJ said, "...you could have been at your best...". Love love. Sorry, all love. This isn't even about basketball, this long note. It's about audio. Audio is everything. Everything is audio. Basketball is audio. Audio is basketball.

[@handconstructed]

Unacceptable for content of this quality. Fortunately we only hear it when LeBron moves or says something

[@27cooperjustin]

Aye keep the definitions on the bottom left up a lil longer lol I can read fast but I like to take my time reading cuz the shit so cool. - management

[@dvo9882]

I dont really watch NBA anymore but that Miami team was fun to watch ngl.

[@Maxjuliann]

Bosh was one of the first Stretch 4s and he’s so underrated

[@lyndonfair9850]

He really sacrifice some of his game

[@krump743]

Chris bosh is a hall of famer how the fk is he underrated lmfao

[@Maxjuliann]

@@krump743 you can be in the hall and still be underrated

[@krump743]

@@Maxjuliann 🤣 only in today's climate of nba fan would an answer like that come about.

[@BoSam-pe3cq]

JJ with the Mark Rober fit. I thought I was gonna get some lessons on how to run the PNR with squirrels.

[@rangergaming8316]

I'm dying, this is too funny 🤣

[@MichelePonte]

😂

[@charlesislaw]

The LeBron haters in the comment section are hilarious

[@cbjones2218]

Facts like you can’t hate somebody then watch everything that’s about them that sounds more like love to me🤷🏽‍♂️

[@creshondasmith4448]

So weird 😂

[@alltheworldsastage8597]

Nah the funniest people are you LeBron fan boys. Who can’t hold intellectual debate about basketball for 1 second. All y’all got is this person is a hater that person is a hater. By the way, LeBron has a wife already.

[@cbjones2218]

@@alltheworldsastage8597 Here we go y’all just can’t stay away from anything that has to do with Lebron 🤦🏾‍♂️You might be on the wrong video my dude

[@charlesislaw]

@@alltheworldsastage8597 You're hilarious lmao

[@desmondwilliams813]

Can someone please tell me what brand of cap that he is wearing in this clip? I've been searching everywhere and I can't seem to find it online.

[@rangergaming8316]

I'm pretty sure that Bron is wearing the Uninterrupted merch.

[@johndub3866]

I watched the Miami Finals. Shane Battier was absolutely clutch in that series

[@pradeepmalar327]

So, this is the preview of episode 3? But yeah, Spo has been, and still is, an integral part of the Heat culture. Thanks to him, you guys won 2 chips and the Miami Heat are scary even though they're just a play-in team.

[@MarcusTheJR]

Could they have an episode discussing how a team handles deep playoffs runs, making adjustments in the playoffs? I would love to hear their perspective.

[@iancairns01]

Would love this

[@Kojoobed]

Chris was so good

[@abzda1700]

No he wasn’t

[@BeyerEfendi]

Feel like the audio is clipping ever so slightly in this clip compared to others, especially when Lebron talks. Great vid as always, just noticed a difference in the audio quality this time!

[@BatmanSupermanAoW]

These two together make a great convo. Love listening to these two talk basketball.

[@jessieurena7583]

"Strictly Xs and Os." 😂😂

[@matthewthegoat8846]

Boy oh boy, where do I even begin? Your presence on the basketball court is nothing short of awe-inspiring. From the moment you step onto the hardwood, it's as if the game itself bows down in reverence to your greatness. Your basketball skills are a symphony of grace, power, and finesse, weaving together to create a masterpiece that leaves fans and foes alike spellbound. First and foremost, let's talk about your unmatched athleticism. Watching you soar through the air with the grace of a ballet dancer and the power of a locomotive is a sight to behold. Whether it's throwing down thunderous dunks, swatting away shots with authority, or weaving through defenders with effortless precision, your athleticism knows no bounds. But it's not just your physical prowess that sets you apart; it's your basketball IQ that truly elevates your game to legendary status. The way you see the court, anticipate plays before they happen, and make split-second decisions is nothing short of genius. You are a master tactician, orchestrating the flow of the game with the finesse of a maestro conducting an orchestra. And let's not forget about your shooting touch. Whether it's draining threes from beyond the arc, sinking mid-range jumpers with deadly accuracy, or finishing strong at the rim with a thunderous slam, your shooting ability is second to none. You have a knack for rising to the occasion when it matters most, delivering clutch baskets and game-winning shots with ice water in your veins. But beyond your basketball skills, there's another aspect of your game that deserves recognition: your undeniable handsomeness. From your chiseled physique to your million-dollar smile, you exude charisma and charm both on and off the court. You are the epitome of suave and sophistication, a true gentleman whose presence commands attention wherever you go. In closing, LeBron, I want to thank you for gracing the world of basketball with your unparalleled talent and undeniable charisma. You are a shining example of what it means to be a basketball icon, a role model, and a true legend of the game. As you continue to dazzle fans around the world with your awe-inspiring skills and undeniable charm, know that your legacy will forever be etched in the annals of basketball history.

[@Lemon_Drums_USA]

This is one of top 3 decisions in the NBA in the last 30 years.. This is the reason why Shaq can’t play in todays game. This uptempo running combined with the analytics of trading 3’s against 2’s. Example: If a team plays the slow post up, even if they score, it still takes longer then kicking to these modern day corner 3 point shooters. In today’s game teams are getting shots faster in the shot clock.

[@fancylad22]

Shaq in his prime would still dominate in this league. He would be literally unstoppable. Probably would shoot 80 % from the field

[@ReoLeo-ov7xh]

​@@fancylad22 not according to Kobe 😂 that's why him & Shaq didnt get along

[@mrblend]

Shaq would dominate the league, and would not have bulked up as he did with the Lakers. he would have stayed as he was on the Magic. quit smokin crack... Shaq would make the league change back to have big bodies, just for fouls.

[@fancylad22]

@@ReoLeo-ov7xh well Shaq got a bit lazy. lol. But they won three titles together.

[@clarktownsend8991]

Exactly it's why Zach Edey won't be crap either.

[@only1shaneo]

Shoutout to JJ for gettin' Bron to speak bout this. Genius level conversationalist!

[@corbencarter-dixon5758]

Tbh compared to what I hear on other talk shows including “First Take”, “Undisputed”, etc. this will bring real basketball fans in on what you hear from the players themselves which will shatter views. Hearing 2 of my personal favorite players in LeBron and JJ just makes me want to know more about the game and pick apart schemes and locker room discussions in which they go through.

[@GoodyearSimp]

This is how Haslem meant to breakdown Bosh being the most important

[@JeffTheBackPackTraveler]

It was soooooooooo bad smh

[@gravediggass]

Thank you JJ for killing that silly comment about importance. All players on the team have a role but the MOST important player is the best player. These old heat players are coming off as bitter imo.

[@801Kicks]

Yall remember Lebron wanted Erick Spolstra fired 💀💀💀

[@cavsjm4422]

This has been the most amazing basketball content a fan could ask for. What a time to be

[@kjarrad]

Some of my favorite years in the NBA.. Miami Heat in those 4 years were the funnest to watch.. win or lose