The NBA Playoffs | LeBron James and JJ Redick | Mind the Game

Welcome to Episode 5 of Mind the Game with LeBron James (The Los Angeles Lakers) and JJ Redick, where we talk all things NBA Playoffs and welcome in LeBron's high school coach, Keith Dambrot. Our full episodes are available on KZbin, Spotify, Apple and wherever you get your podcasts. First, we open with JJ's brief explanation of concepts like Icing, Top-Locking and Motion Offense. Then LeBron and JJ open up about the difference between regular season basketball and playoff basketball. JJ asks LeBron about his first ever playoff game with the Cavs (Cleveland Cavaliers) and his big game winner in 2009 against the Orlando Magic. Then the guys talk about the mental toll of a 7 game playoff series and JJ highlights some of his own mental mistakes in the playoffs. We also have a deep discussion about the role of luck or chance in the playoffs and talk about THE SHOT from Ray Allen in the 2013 NBA Finals between the Miami Heat and the San Antonio Spurs. Then we bring in LeBron's high school coach, Keith Dambrot to talk about what it was like to coach LeBron at such a young age. Keith provides wisdom for all coaches at any level about working with stars, role players and more. This is a special one so let's get to it!
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[@haris1462]

I started watching basketball in the pandemic season when Lebron won the title with the Lakers. Over the past few years my love for the sport has grown. My country does not have basketball courts commonly but still I do love learning about the sport a lot while simultaneously enjoying what analysts had to say. I really loved seeing JJ talk on espn and religiously listen to his podcasts. But this podcast has completely blown everything out the park and made me wanna actually start playing. Thank you to Lebron and JJ for making this happen. Love from Pakistan

[@HennyOnly]

Welcome. You should go watch that that 2016 Cleveland finals run, greatest finals / comeback in history 🫡

[@mckenzieallen4054]

Also watch every LeBron’s finals to see the evolution of what came to be the player you saw in the pandemic season. Incredible to witness.

[@cian2741]

Haha same story over here in Ireland. Interestingly though basketball has been growing rapidly out here. I’m sure it’ll come to Pakistan soon. 🇮🇪🤝🇵🇰

[@jaylend8351]

Pretty late tho bro

[@matthewchristopher16]

​@@jaylend8351 It's never too late

[@zukusenryu]

“We came out game 1 and Kawhi was guarding me” killed me 😂 😂

[@piotrek3580]

Yeah shit was funny. And that instant laugh of both because they know its hell when Kawhi is guarding you 😂

[@ewokninja123]

Remind me of that iconic moment when LeBron was on the foul line and Kawhi checks in, and LeBron scowls before he shoots his next shot

[@kevdes]

​@@ewokninja123lol that clip is taken pretty out of context and considering that's the year LeBron went crazy especially in those last 3 games of the series I'm not sure if he's reacting to kawhi

[@janismuzikants9320]

He is.​@@kevdes

[@rachidvanheyningen]

"Tf did I do?!" being your first thought when someone is set on guarding you speaks volumes about that defender

[@Danghis]

This is honestly one of the best podcasts of all time, their ability to recall specific moments, their chemistry, super in-depth analysis, while being a cozy/relaxing podcast is next level.

[@alokobaju8288]

If I had a dime for every undeserving "of all time" I've heard, I'd be rich.

[@user-qo2ss5ru3e]

It's the new standard of basketball media - I love it.

[@myhumps2730]

Motion Defense: When the cheerleader with big jugs be jumping up and down behind the basket to distract home dawg trying to shoot a free throw.

[@robertwiles8106]

@@user-qo2ss5ru3e This podcast is not even about basketball.

[@rockydelone3042]

Also the lies being told. LeBron really cant think of a time when he or his team got lucky during one of his championship runs? Gtfoh

[@3rdFloor]

I’d like to see coach back on the podcast. I know he’s newly retired but he’s so well spoken, clear thinking, and efficient with his words. I could listen to all 3 talk for hours and hours about sets, situations, and etc. Incredible

[@rustymilio351]

The cut away clips for reference plays are genius

[@2Drippyy]

💯💯💯

[@myhumps2730]

What is the terminology for it when the guy guarding you sticks his hand in your crack?

[@myhumps2730]

Motion Defense: When the cheerleader with big jugs be jumping up and down behind the basket to distract home dawg trying to shoot a free throw.

[@zenkai8247]

Almost makes the 10 minute intros pointless.

[@hamidofwinterfell8002]

I loved LeBron’s point about saying good morning to people and being a good human, I think it’s part of the reason why he’s so likable and it’s great advice we can all apply to our own lives

[@victorcarreno4081]

That’s advice I got from my mom. Always say hi to everyone, even if they don’t respond.

[@Watchingvideoslikeu]

Yeah I find that just being polite makes everything go faster.

[@d.felixphoto2260]

I've lived this way and know no other way. Lol. Spreading positive vibes to start the day makes the day much easier, makes life much easier. Whatever challenge pops up you can assure that good energy will come back to you at some point.

[@Fohnzii]

@@Watchingvideoslikeu Always!

[@stringer2295]

Facts

[@heatalldayy]

45:41 I spit my water out when JJ dropped that “Thanks.” 😂

[@uzziahchintokoma306]

Watching from Zimbabwe...this is the best basketball podcast ever...strictly the game only

[@nwd6167]

“Teach people how to battle through adversity, instead of bailing them out” Coach, what powerful advice! 👏👏👏👏🙌

[@itsBFM]

8 hours of work in the office and i cant focus like im doing here in these 58min. this is great

[@jerodgraham6623]

Same here

[@Maxjuliann]

I like this podcast a lot . Some of this stuff I know from playing ball myself but I have learned a lot too 😮😊

[@kevcorylawrence8317]

Time for a new job?

[@jeffjames15]

Office job is tough

[@jerwynguinto3452]

I listen on 2x playback speed.

[@camdoody18]

JJ might be the most well spoken guy in the hoop world media, breaks things down so easily and sharply…him and Bron elite level hoop talk love it

[@4TDsInOneGame]

JJ is a very concise speaker…he is pretty much as good as any on breaking down complex basketball concepts to a level where normals like me can grasp.

[@E_T_H]

It’s amazing how he can break it down in an articulate way but also put everything in to layman terms too. JJ is built for this 🔥🔥

[@EB-zn4hs]

This is not hyperbole; This podcast RENEWED my interest in watching basketball. I'm one of those people that DO NOT enjoy the way the game is being played right now. I prefer the game of the 90s and 2000s when the game was more physical. JJ Reddick and Gilbert Arenas have been championing the high skill level of today's NBA players, compared to previous generations, as an explanation for the high scoring and difficulties in defending in today's game. This podcast has allowed me to see basketball in a way I never had before and I find myself enoying the game a lot more now. I feel dumb saying this but I never thought that this much planning/execution has happening on every play. I still prefer the NBA from 20-30 years ago but at least I'm actually wathing basketball again. And I'm grateful for that.

[@staywoke9172]

The guys today has way more options when it comes to offense. People always say guys today don’t play defense but if most of them watch this podcast. They will learn that’ it’s much more to it than they think.

[@BlakeC552]

When you learn to understand the game and see what’s going on it starts to make sense that teams and players score more and easier. There’s only so many plays out there. There’s only so many ways to defend a play. Coaches have seen these a million times so they have counters for everything now. Almost nothing is new. It takes time to get ahead. Right now the offensive game(thanks in part to rules) is just ahead of the game defensively. There’s no good way really to defend anymore. You can’t leave guys wide open. You can’t guard these elite scorers 1 on 1. It’s just tough.

[@staywoke9172]

@@BlakeC552 most people don’t understand that. Offense is always improving and it’s only so much defense you can do.

[@1CarlosVillela1]

So basically Coach Dambrot said that what he’ll miss the most is teaching young players how to be resilient and push through hard times. This is great coming from a basketball coach. That particular ability would help anyone, not just basketball players, on any given day. What a guy!

[@Zenith_Of_Chaos]

Many athletes who have competed at the college or professional level will tell you being on a sports team is not about the sport. It’s about life, and the sport is just an outlet for stress. Love for your teammates and coaches, kindness, emotional intelligence, sacrifice, empathy, approach and work ethic-all these things can be built in a locker room.

[@oshovv]

"coaches are for players, but leader of men"

[@VONcic]

the best line from this Podcast episode was "THIS IS NOT A NARRATIVE PODCAST" That needs to be said every time

[@cambury]

This podcast is designed to show people lebrons IQ. I'm only impressed by JJ Reddick.

[@VONcic]

@@cambury this pod isn’t for ppl like you. who can’t escape the narratives about ppl that your brain conjures

[@Phoresight]

@@cambury dude...

[@darienjwilkins7821]

@@Phoresight yes people like him exist in this world unfortunately..

[@richcantgame]

@@camburyIf you think that’s why they’re doing this you’re wasting your time watching it lol

[@aaronoyster1293]

This podcast has completely changed my basketball viewing experience. Actually seeing the plays you guys are talking about unfold in game takes watching it to a whole new level. I can't help but feel like the more I learn, the less I know. I am looking forward to learning more!

[@andrewfulan796]

This podcast has single-handedly gotten me back into the NBA. Can't wait for the playoffs

[@lxywaste]

being able to listen to the goat talk about basketball is just therapy in video form

[@SPIIIVA]

i know and for him to invite Lebron to the show makes it even better.

[@jermo1213]

No vote poll or survey ever got LeBron at the top. You're just lost in your algorithm. Facts. Emotional ass

[@nogeagor2787]

@@SPIIIVALMAO. JJ Goattick

[@trainpushingtutorials2822]

@@SPIIIVA jj is so generous

[@na3811]

ur doing reverse cowgirl on it bro

[@Stewser]

"I didnt wanna lay an egg" "what did you have that game?" "32/11/11..." fucking priceless lmao

[@hctim45]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@R3ALNAM3SAKI]

First game too 😤

[@lebronstan99]

Dude I was fucking crying cause the build up to that Bron made it sound like he scored 15 in his first playoff game but nah a 32 point triple double?? 😭

[@ritsuboii2130]

anyone got a time stamp for this?

[@eduardosegura5484]

@@ritsuboii2130at 11:45

[@soflowaveboy]

This is such a brilliant podcast. For a below average high school and AAU player that I was, I almost wanted to hate the game because of my lack of talent and ability. But when you see JJ and LeBron just talking about the game, it makes you want to love the game as much as they do. Super excited to hear what’s to come for this podcast.

[@hdbuckets8154]

Give yourself credit, AAU is very high level school ball for ball players.

[@Nebunaticul4Ever]

"A guy reacting to something, 2016" followed by the slight smile from JJ was so good 😂😂

[@justinwilliams9291]

Favourite day of the week always a pleasure listen to jj and lebron talk basketball

[@kingfish4568]

FACTS

[@donkeyfart92]

agreeeeeeeee

[@SiyabongaTwala-fc6uq]

🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@6a6yv1ctor5]

The way they break down the game, bro it's such a marvel to watch

[@Thatguyyoudontknow594]

@@6a6yv1ctor5I like how they relay what it really means to be great and how they play off ones a role player and ones a superstar

[@verified.my2cents]

29:31 "I mean I was on the team, that's the luck part"🤣🤣🤣🤣True for every teammate he ever had.

[@versatiletdaddy95]

Literally was just like facts 😂😂

[@mingming6342]

Damn... that last line by Coach Dambrot was so powerful. This is for the kids going through adversity. Another great epidose JJ & Bron! Love from Philippines.

[@Dorian835]

I appreciate channels that are set on learning/teaching , i didn’t understand the deep technical depth & technical terms the game of basketball has but now because of this channel my understanding gets better every episode. Please dont stop shooting these episodes 🙂

[@JayDotSmit]

This is the only Podcast where I find myself trying to understand every single word being said. I even go back and replay moments if someone interrupts me. Amazing show, thank you for helping me become a student of the game!😁

[@QGuides]

YES

[@McSwagBurgerXL]

i genuinely believe this show is going to be game changing for sports media. every episode is must watch for me.

[@jermo1213]

Bullshit. Lebron stay lying. He's being called out by ex teammates for his excuses for losing so much with the most help ever!

[@archie9582]

@@jermo1213shut up 😒

[@donkeyfart92]

Why the replies got nothing to do with what he said.... I was just gonna say me too lol

[@zizi2075]

You have to know when to not acknowledge lame trolls looking for attention. I simply dislike even tho it means nothing and keep it moving😂

[@trevorjones8187]

Unfortunately modern day attention spans are very low and only seek drama. I wish you were right.

[@samuelaubyn6919]

The best episode so far. I feel blessed listening to these 2 talk about basketball

[@carlforrest5072]

This podcast is just pure gold if you love the game like this

[@ShaqRipkpkink-ws3zg]

Not JJ giving us the dummy breakdown before the intellectual conversation 😭 I love this 💙🔥💯

[@shadow_realm47]

As a dummy I appreciate the format, intricacies of the play and breakdowns😂 ( I know the plays but I can't word them as wonderfully as JJ does )

[@QGuides]

@@shadow_realm47facts 😅

[@user-it8bx9yr9e]

JJ auditioning for a hc position

[@Kikibrat2]

I love all the positive comments on these episodes. No hate, no slights, just trying to learn from two great players! Greatly appreciate these pods. Hope it's another good episode.

[@olevnn8675]

Cuz all the haters are watching and appreciating the goat

[@stringer2295]

Because those weird Lebron haters are not really basketball fans

[@davidfebreeze428]

@@stringer2295they’re not up early enough to hate for the first couple of hours 😂

[@james-rl4wz]

don't forget about the lessons from the great coach!

[@Hushed_1]

Gotta be hard for them to hate on this content, they’d literally have to hate the sport to hate on this lol

[@videojameplayer1448]

This is actually such a refreshing podcast and such a new perspective on basketball for me I love it

[@Mazon24]

JJ is freaking out here !!! I love hearing all about what they were thinking during the game. It really shows you the pressure they feel and the disappointment they feel when letting fans down. By far my favorite basketball podcast. Yall did right by this one for sure 😊

[@ReggieCollins-nv4jb]

As a middle school basketball coach that loves the game, this is gold!!!! I’ve learned more from the previous four episodes than I have watching basketball for the past four seasons. Love the concepts, the explanations, the drawings, and the very detailed analysis that you and Lebron provide. Thanks guys.

[@rangergaming8316]

It's great to see people like you learning more about the sport. This podcast has helped me understand it a lot more as well and hopefully it'll do the same for more young players and coaches as well.

[@12_3s]

This is the most I’ve learned about basketball sense NBA live 96 😂💯💪🏽

[@riteshray9464]

This dropping right after the Lakers enter the playoffs is a master class in timing!

[@dwightg.halpert7219]

It got me so pumped when they talked about their playoff experiences.

[@jeffreyjr7118]

Pacers nation baby!!!!!!!💯💯💯💯🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@TrueHaiku]

I love this podcast, but a "master class in timing?" They just put out their playoff episode when the postseason began, it's the most logical time to release it. 😂

[@Brucey69]

@@TrueHaikulol true, I don’t know why everyone is dick riding this podcast

[@Eskildsen31]

Bro this is so wholesome, nice and entertaining I could cry because of happiness and I really never cry. I love the show and the chemistry.

[@d0nnn664]

THE best podcast on basketball by far. I love the stories & debates on the others but nothing beats LEARNING the game. & understanding what’s going on between the lines apart from the box score & media. This is gonna be game changing please continue to spread the knowledge. We appreciate you.

[@n1icks]

32/11/11 is insane, 20 years later and he’s still putting up those stat lines

[@user-qz8yx8vg8s]

It was more impressive then.

[@02nupe]

@@user-qz8yx8vg8sit’s just as impressive considering his age now. Never been done. Appreciate it all.

[@AnonymousUser-ss2qr]

@@02nupe true but u have guys averaging 30 every year now and it keeping going up.

[@pashaellis6197]

The parody, contrast, and fact that it's an actual thing, to be comparing LBJ"s playoff stats 20 Full Years Later. Magical...

[@dragozaf88]

this podcast is the best thing to happen to Ball media in a very long time

[@winstonsmith11]

Probably ever, tbh

[@jeremyrichmond82]

J J Reddick is so good at analyzing and breaking down basketball that one day people will forget of how great of a basketball player he was.💯

[@streethypetv6029]

I Think This is The Best Episode, These Guys Really Talking Hoops I Learned A lot Watching this One!🔥🧠🏀

[@WheatySweets]

Warriors lost and a new episode of mind the game, it's already a good day.

[@ttggcc]

My Wednesday is starting off great bcus of this

[@kefkapalazzo1]

I’m hurt at the loss but it is what it is lol

[@tchef2525]

Everybody gambling went with the parlay narrative of Lakers and warriors LOL

[@xelitemp6920]

Remember our most recent championship is more recent than your teams 😊

[@paidemic4674]

@@xelitemp6920thats what they forget

[@Runk-TCBasketball]

I heard someone yell out - "that's a screen assist!" during my mens church league game last Saturday. This show is definitely spreading. Thank you for putting the work into it!

[@Thomasguy35]

Bro probably got it from my career in 2k gotta boost that teammate grade sometimes

[@jmoore0386]

Things that didn’t happen for 100

[@rawbhd4477]

@@jmoore0386 things that didnt happen to me because i dont go outside so i call bs on for 100

[@sespretz]

@@Thomasguy35 me in 2k18 setting off-ball screens like a MF lmao

[@MsBabyJ24]

Every episode of this podcast has been food for my mind and soul. As a former player, a current coach, and a diehard LeBron James fan (Cleveland, OH), I'm grateful to hear these takes from both Bron and JJ. I've been able to add pieces to my playbook, I've gained knowledge and perspective on how to be a better coach and lead my young athletes. This is a masterclass every week. Well done!

[@GhettoHarbor]

My god..I love hearing JJ talking about basketball. A true student of the game...and with LeBron too?? This podcast is fire

[@stuartwexler8215]

School starting early for me this morning 😂

[@jogzz7779]

trollin' ahh😂😂

[@kefkapalazzo1]

@@jogzz7779nah I think a lot of basketball fans don’t realize how much they don’t know until they see something like this lol

[@jogzz7779]

@@kefkapalazzo1 yup My respect for LeBron has grown tremendously since this podcast started! I wonder why the media especially talk shows never do these types of breakdown????

[@justacebarnes6211]

two basketball savants and lovers of the game itself.

[@bashercleaner863]

@@jogzz7779facts 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯 same here fr

[@ermisinferno608]

God, I wish this podcast existed in my highschool days. So much nice insight and ways to view the game

[@issoof6322]

It'll be nice to refer it to a high schooler🎉

[@chugiipugiittv2679]

I watch it every week in high school. It's a nice break once a week. Absolutely amazing

[@d.felixphoto2260]

I try to send it to my high school son and he can't focus on it because he says it's boring. Smh. I think it's a great show but many kids these days are apart of the microwave mindset

[@tcggggg]

@@d.felixphoto2260😂 my generation is cooked

[@kewaoni3995]

"There's a difference between definition and connotation--" Favourite bit in the episode.

[@ByHisGraceUS]

The best podcast out there right now on basketball! I love hearing JJ and Bron break down the game like this!!!!! More please!!!!!

[@reaperproductions9553]

Favorite thing to wait for every week besides the playoffs. This podcast is so generational already 😂😂.

[@calebzuver2062]

Keith was awesome. This podcast continues to change how I watch the sport, man it is special.

[@tootaad]

Love how they included the quick clip at the end of all three of them reviewing a play together ❤

[@qendril8826]

Thank you JJ, the aclarations in the first part of the video help a lot for me, because im a fan of basketball but i never played and now i can see with more knowledge the games!

[@JustRollandGo]

The amount of respect and humility among these people is truly extraordinary. When JJ pours wine for LBJ, LBJ thanks him.

[@tomt5482]

Is LBJ the GOAT of giving thanks too?

[@QGuides]

@@tomt5482😂😂😂

[@ConcernedXGamer]

@@QGuidesCalled that man extraordinary for saying thank you 😂

[@EpicMason122]

damn the bar is that low? lmao

[@MarcusTheJR]

Winning The NBA Championship, one of the most difficult things to accomplish, imagine the adjustments needed, defense schemes needed, and a little bit of luck. I appreciate the podcast. Anyway thank you guys for teaching the game on a deep level.

[@markdorsey5150]

Appreciate all this. Nailed it.

[@WindowLicker_-9]

There's 10 sports that are more difficult to win in

[@markdorsey5150]

@@WindowLicker_-9 and you know this for certain because???

[@WindowLicker_-9]

@markdorsey5150 because most other sports are "win or go home" for every game. That's what makes the playin so interesting, Detroit could beat Boston on a random mondey, and if that game decides the title, then Detroit are champions. And you can afford to make a few mistakes in a 7 game series and still win the title NFL, Tennis, FIBA/FIFA/RUGBY World Cups all come down to a single game All motorsports can come down to a single development mistake, and your car/bike won't win for a full season. I'm not saying the NBA title is easy, it's very difficult, but just not close to the most difficult. In my opinion at least

[@MarcusTheJR]

@Podrick- a 7 game series, guarantees the best team always wins. Many Superbowl teams weren't better than the losing team. The 2007 Giants, for example. The same goes for NHL and MLB. The best team always wins. You have time to fix mistakes and adjust to make sure the best always wins. Imagine one bad night, and the other team has the trophy. They weren't better than you, just caught you on a bad night

[@jeremiahgallagher]

Phenomenal episode. So much great advice and knowledge to take from this not just for hoops but for life. Being a good person and a good teammate (genuinely) day in and day out is good for the world, good for your life, and good for everyone around you. Love the fellas talking about that

[@MrBlank0907]

Please do at least 100 episodes of this ❤

[@hamidofwinterfell8002]

I love opening up KZbin and seeing this podcast has been uploaded

[@Platinum_Z]

Best part of the day!

[@tomainegrissom1180]

I started watching LeBron James when I was in elementary school at 8 years old, I’m now 29 years old about to be 30 later this year. WOW I can’t believe it’s been over two decades! I’ve been saying he was the 🐐 then and it came to fruition 👑 James✊🏾#My🐐

[@landonandrews3013]

Same here, I’ll turn 30 in December sadly lol

[@Mr.JayDice]

@@landonandrews3013your life is on the up brother. Plan, train hard and keep grinding. God bless

[@landonandrews3013]

@@Mr.JayDice that’s the vibes 💯

[@marcianusvalerius1992]

Same man turning 30 in 3 months.

[@Gnylos]

Same here bro, 30 in July.

[@Dirtyskrilla]

JJ. You are one of the most incredible sports podcast talents we have. Please never stop bringing this content to the surface, this podcast alone is game changing. All love bro💚💯

[@cemincekara]

I wish this episode was longer with coach. Love your podcast man. It is real basketball. Thanks guys

[@daFittyCal]

this podcast continues to evolve the minds of all listeners. salute to all the hoopers 🫡

[@NicoNico-79797]

Lebron’s leg 🦵 is heavier than me

[@tomt5482]

cults "evolve" peoples minds too, not for the better.

[@daFittyCal]

ok tom

[@janamarley2336]

Every episode is better than the one before.. Lebron and JJ thank you for this treat. So sick of all the bantering and negativity in sports media. These conversations are so refreshing and as I watch the games I look for the play actions you guys are discussing. So awesome!😎

[@anantgupta_]

I really appreciate the fact that yall are actually giving definitions of these plays and your explanations are amazing. Really bringing the basketball media back from the grave. 🎉

[@Tom-C92]

I love this podcast so much. I live in the UK and started watching the sport in the last two years and I can't begin to tell you how attached I've become to this sport. Lebron and JJ'S chemistry and knowledge of the game is bewildering and I could listen to them talk all day. I'm learning so much. Thanks for the hard work of everyone on the screen and behind the screen. Much love from across the pond.

[@tyshadmoore3199]

Best time of the day light a joint and listen to these too

[@spiceedre8017]

Smoke one for me😂😂😂😂

[@connorleary3080]

Best time of the day? It’s fucking 8 AM.

[@Roc_Official]

@@connorleary3080You heard of time zones?

[@andreic8786]

@@connorleary3080 8 a.m. is a perfectly good time to light one up if ur just goin to sleep

[@connorleary3080]

@@Roc_Official yeah and even if he was across the fucking country it’s still 11 AM lol get your shit together

[@R3ALNAM3SAKI]

The giggles about the pension is crazy 😂 they was bubbly as shit 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@rogu3tharonin]

When he was talking about one play can destroy your whole playoff run that man was having flashbacks of Jr Henny Smith😂😂😂

[@galaxyr3dmu552]

This podcast would’ve been amazing with Kobe and Lebron along side JJ, I feel like those two plus JJ’s ball knowledge would just be such an amazing and informative podcast

[@alceedus]

Who is LeBron? Well, heh… he’s my everything.

[@crablord7934]

My precious Lebonbon😩😩

[@WJGSix]

lol weirdos

[@BlackEntourageEnt]

Pause

[@reynaldi2297]

Oh boi, where do I begin...

[@kb5509]

Jesus Christ.

[@SiyabongaTwala-fc6uq]

I started watching basketball in the 2022 finals between Boston and GS and I decided to buy 2k22 to learn how basketball works. Since then I have fell in love with basketball and watched old games and the history of the sport. Which is why I'm thankful for this podcast and other ones too for feeding me with more ball knowledge. Shout to LBJ and JJ for this🙏🏾

[@Grimey-P]

This brings me joy and elevates my love of basketball. Thanks guys.

[@AlexQC9]

I'm as casual as you can be regarding Basketball and the NBA. I miss most of what you guys say, yet I don't miss an episode..that shows you how great this podcast is !

[@rangergaming8316]

Big facts!

[@ToyeCalvin91]

I usually watch podcasts in segments or pieces over the course of a few days as they are uploaded, but i always find myself watching the full episode of this podcast all at once, legit just talking hoops i love it.

[@vash8494]

There is no basketball podcast better than this at the moment. Simply pure basketball and love for the game 🏀 👌🏽

[@hectorvargas7473]

I love that this is a hoopers podcast as far as education, seeing the motion as you go is important, I’d be standing over or reaching over with JJ’s arm in the way I’m so glad they got you a board JJ🎉🎉

[@lukemedina19]

Best one yet. Keep em coming! ❤

[@mckenzieallen4054]

Now 27 and working and my childhood basketball hero who I used to pretend to be in the driveway is still giving them the work. I’m not sure how I’ll feel when he retires.

[@TheMars4s]

I HOPE HE NEVER RETIRES

[@mckenzieallen4054]

@@TheMars4s right! When he does he should own the Vegas team and be heavily involved in media still. NBA ratings would love it. Imagine if MJ was on the TNT crew or just came and talked about the league often.

[@mitchellbowser6764]

Can you guys please start filming JJ’s opening clipboard diagram explanations from the left? His right hand is in the way as he manifests X&O’s and I think it’d be a minor change that had a big impact for viewing learners😊

[@jkelly11785]

Was about to write this - great call!

[@Bi6M4C]

the episode are getting better and better, chemistry between the both of you is growing! awesome!!

[@jeffhoyer2722]

Love the intro music! Podcast is OK too... 😂 First thing I check every Wednesday morning!

[@dillyboyq]

We are all blessed to witness another episode of the greatest basketball podcast on earth. Thank you LeBron & JJ.

[@noelsanjose7792]

As a middle and high school basketball coach, what Coach Dambrot said at the end needs a whole discussion in its own: "You're going to hit some rough moments, but you gotta battle through... These young people need advice as to how to handle adversity, because what happens a lot of times is they get bailed out of adversity now. Nobody really teaches them what to do when they hit it, because we’ve all been there… Just when you think things are going great, something happens, and if you don’t know how to handle it, it’s really difficult.” - Coach Keith Dambrot Too often am I seeing kids who are so used to things being done for them, things going their way, them not being able to handle adversity on and off the basketball court. This is a great message for coaches, but an even BETTER message for parents and leaders of young minds. Thank you Coach.

[@ryanpuliafico197]

If you read his story, probably a a lot of that is referring to himself. While he caused he own adversity, he worked to redeem his career within basketball.

[@noelsanjose7792]

@@ryanpuliafico197 definitely going to read on this guy

[@milosdjurdjevic9449]

When one of the best player ever speaking about basketball I listening and learning something new. Thanks for the podcast, greetings from Serbia! 🙌👏👂

[@fredericosei5617]

I love the outtakes, like they are still going with the discussions.

[@dallelo2849]

This has revolutionized the podcasting landscape, elevating basketball analysis to an entirely new level.

[@woqeel]

0:25: Intro from JJ and Basketball Terminologies 08:47: Podcast Starts 09:01: Lebron's final shot in 2009 Conference Finals, Game 2 (Magic vs Cavaliers) 12:54: What is Different about the Playoffs? (Higher Stakes, Practices, Coaching, Mindset) 29:08: Luck in the Playoffs--How much does luck factor in? 32:01: Ray Allen's 3 in Game 6 of Spurs vs Heat NBA Finals 34:24: First Guest on the Show: Keith Dambrot (Lebron's High School Coach) 39:06: How to Coach a forgetful player? 43:20: After-Timeout Plays 44:42: Transferable skills going from highschool to College to NBA. 50:36: Influence of European Basketball and NBA on College Basketball 56:35: What will Coach Dambrot miss about Basketball? (Ending Question)

[@r2arc_693]

Great vid! Banger after banger, morning and night runs have been lit since I discovered this pod

[@ridgethomas1998]

This is the best sports related comment section on any platform that I have ever seen, it’s so refreshing. Is it because of the type of people this sort of podcast brings?

[@pianovice8271]

so I've been a fan off basketball with about less than 10% of understanding of the terms, this podcast has greatly increased my knowledge of the game. It's fun to watch games, but now it's more fun because I can tell what's happening at least 3 out of 5 times.

[@hctim45]

y'all doing something so special with this podcast. thank y'all !!

[@WealthofMyself]

Of my 90+ youtube subscriptions this is the ONLY pod I watch AS SOON AS it drops! The intro of Beautiful Dreamer sucks me in. Then we've got the all the eye candy talking smart about basketball and so much more. I absolutely love this pod! And they're funny too. Goodness. Checking all the boxes.

[@rubykrebs9550]

I have to say that this has been one of the most enjoyable five hours I have spent in quite a long time. Thank you!

[@rangergaming8316]

Same, I wish they would make the podcasts longer or upload more stuff.

[@ReezyRacks]

This podcast is literally a basketball blueprint

[@YUNGI1992]

We need Mind the Game merch now 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@tucomtyler]

JJ is really good at leading the conversations. Asks great questions too. Excellent episode😁

[@rangergaming8316]

Agreed!

[@RickySare-jm8po]

Love watching this pod while drinking scotch & beer! Bron & JJ are transforming the basketball podcast sphere. This is what Google defines as high-quality content: Unique, Useful, Informative, Engaging & Compelling.

[@felipeb.9321]

Amen.

[@matthewsingh3933]

This podcast is ELITE

[@davidriddick82]

This is seriously amazing content Really opened my eyes to many things that I never fully grasped and even noticed, and I have been watching basketball for 30+ years. Simply astonishing, thank you to JJ and Bron for this insane opportunity to have this podcast

[@samuelrobb9383]

i started watching this pod a few days ago and i love it. imma need this when i’m havin withdrawals in the off season lol.

[@saarang7572]

Love love love the details and theory that this podcast has been giving me - it’s been awesome being able to recognize some of the actions you guys talk about when I’m watching live games!