The Conference Finals | LeBron James and JJ Redick 

You guys need to make a supercut of all the plays JJ teaches in the beginning and release it, call it “Mind the Game: The Playbook”

It is so wild to me that young hoopers can watch this and absorb a level of sophistication of the game that just wasn't available 15/20 years ago. Some kids are going to take advantage of this and have such a deep understanding of the game well beyond their years.

Doing timestamps until JJ is an NBA Coach 0:00 - Intro and starting the podcast 1:22 - Quick refresher on pick and roll 1:44 - Explanation of drop coverage 2:24 - Soft blitz and hedging explained 2:55 - Indiana vs. New York series recap 3:20 - Hedge technique and its impact 4:05 - Slip screen and four-on-three situations 4:42 - Driveways and Dwayne Wade examples 5:13 - Advance pass concept explained 6:10 - Beginning of episode content 6:26 - Discussing Bronny James at the combine 7:03 - LeBron on witnessing Bronny's journey 8:03 - Parenting and supporting dreams 8:21 - Bronny's maturity and mindset 9:04 - Players Bronny aspires to emulate 10:02 - LeBron's perspective on Bronny's mindset 11:05 - Social media and handling scrutiny 12:17 - Transition to NBA playoffs discussion 12:29 - Role players' impact in playoffs 13:24 - Importance of role players in playoffs 14:01 - Examples of impactful role players 15:14 - Role players winning games 15:54 - Depth of talent in NBA teams 16:40 - Teams with high pressure moments 17:21 - Identity of top four playoff teams 18:04 - Boston Celtics' identity 18:54 - Boston's five-out spacing and threes 19:32 - Boston's drive and kick game 20:09 - Indiana Pacers' contrasting style 21:21 - Indiana's points in the paint 22:15 - Importance of advanced pass for Indiana 23:10 - Flattening the defense with advanced pass 24:28 - Indiana's personnel and style 25:14 - Advanced pass and its strategic importance 26:19 - Increased backcourt pressure in playoffs 27:02 - Hard hedges and blitzes in pick and roll 27:50 - Exploiting hedges and clear side pick and rolls 28:55 - Hard hedges and their impact 29:48 - Clear side pick and rolls explained 30:19 - Creating a four-on-three situation 31:06 - Boston's multiple ball handlers 32:02 - Pick and roll coverages in detail 33:00 - Driving away from screens 34:06 - Conference finals and chess game 35:08 - Minnesota and Dallas' defensive identity 36:19 - Minnesota's size and defense 37:20 - Playing quick against Minnesota 38:09 - Dallas' strategy against Minnesota 39:00 - Potential smaller lineups for Dallas 39:33 - Dallas' shot creators 40:30 - Staying out of two on the ball 40:52 - Transition to Caitlin Clark discussion 41:29 - Caitlin Clark's quick turnaround 42:03 - Dealing with animosity as a young player 43:05 - LeBron's experience with teammates' skepticism 44:18 - Advice for Caitlin Clark 45:28 - Supporting Caitlin Clark and WNBA 46:41 - Comparing Caitlin Clark's situation to LeBron's 47:54 - Teammates' early doubts about LeBron

"I don't think he's gonna score." - 40k points later... 😂

We need those Mind the Game t-shirts !!

Basketball talk without calling someone a scrub. The best.

My favorite part: savanna said I made the pod!! lol

At 31:36, LeBron emphasizes that Boston wants to shoot at least 45 threes a game. In Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Pacers, the Celtics shoot 45 threes… 🤯

Funny to see JJ doing his best not to smile ear to ear when Bron praised TJ McConnell. He's obviously really happy to have such a legend talk this nicely about his close friend, but also needs to keep it together and not play favoritism. Wholesome moment though, I'm fairly sure TJ will thank him over a glass of wine :)

That Lebron and Savannah intro interaction was amazing. Reminds me of me and my wife of 12 years 😂.

That Thumbnail is devious lmao, That’s that, you just got the job laugh 😭

For a blk man from the ghetto with no father & a teenage mother to be such a great dad, on top of being a world-famous superstar athlete for over 2 decades, Lebron has truly defied the odds. 1 in a quadrillion.

He def talking about Boozer and Miles them boys was hating 😂

This almost too clear 😂 why I feel like I’m in the room. I can see the temperature if that makes sense 😅😂

Just binged all the episodes and episode 8 just dropped. I'm hyped!!!

Love what Bron said about Caitlin Clark 👌 that evil laugh at 47:53

Doing a compilation of the ‘intro’ sections would be a great video to get people up to speed

Bron photographic memory in full effect talking about game 7.

This series better not end anytime soon. Thanks. Sincerely, Basketball fans worldwide.

Derrick Jones Jr is another that deserves a big recognition in his role

Lebron sending a message "Any teams out there who want to succeed, need to look at the final 4 and the star role players they have (and that you need) to win a title".

savannah's 30-second guest appearance was icing on the cake 😂

This is by far the best basketball podcast out

My appreciation for LeBron making so many Finals appearances has grown exponentially. Has nothing to do with the conferences because if that was a significant variable, we would see it repeated all the time. It’s damn hard and Bron made it look easy for so many years. Will never see anything like it in a very long time.

Naz Reid be thinking, LeBron talking about me

Lebron’s opening comments about Bronny almost drug me to tears. Thats a proud father givin praise to his boy. Fathers take note!

Wade dunk on perk has to be one of the nastiest dunks

Been watching from the first episode consistently. This mighta been my favourite episode, good back n forth smiles n laughs. Obvi the info is super quality as well

The video quality is like watching a movie at an IMAX theatre😂 Always some of the best basketball analysis out there. Well done

I love me some JJ Redick. I didn't appreciate him when he played but ever since he started doing commentary, I realized what a smart dude he is.

This show makes me love basketball so much more. I’m glad theirs guys out there that enjoy taking the X and Os of the game. That’s the only way casuals will learn and I’m no casual by any means but even I learn a lot every episode so thank you guys

Everything about this show is perfect. The insight into the tactical side, the expression of emotion when talking about scenarios, the production quality, and the chemistry!!! Keep it up guys and best of luck for the future ❤️

Now I want a "Mind the game" t shirt.

Experience or no experience…….you can’t deny the knowledge JJ has of the game.

Savannah and Bron give me hope that luv aint dead 🤞🏼

We need an episode on Lebron talking through his mentality for Game 6 ECF vs the Celtics

“They got a lot of length” is gonna be meme’d im callin it now🤣

D Wade's execution of the 'Drive Away' move was one of the reason he aesthetically was such a smooth player, he executed that play to perfection every time! D wade one of my faves of all time! By the way, 5:17 , too funny how JJ explained the most complex play of all for a whole damn minute: The advanced pass 😂😂😂. I think we all get it when we hear the term (even if you don't play bball lol)

That was the longest 2 weeks ever it felt like a month. Glad my GOAT back and Savannah made the pod🔥

I like this series, and I also really respect it. JJ has complained often about lowest-common-denominator basketball talk, and he's actually putting in the time and energy into trying to do something about it and educating the audience. A LOT of respect for what he's doing.

So cool for the Lakers to put the interview public!

If you dont like Lebron James your a hater. Period. Bro has done nothing but put his hard work achieved his goals and more. Bought his single mother a crib and anything she ever could want. Also hes been nothing but a positive role model to all who watch him. I admire what Bron has done he motivates me to do better in life man 💪

ALWAYS FOUL up 3….. and then Game 1 Celtics Pacers happened 😂😂😂

if you know basketball at any level, this is the podcast for you, basketball master class

as a Timberwolves fan I love that we get to hear more from Lebron about our teams lehnth

Greatest basketball podcast explaining the game - plays, coverages, strengths, weaknesses etc. I swear as I watch the games, I'm actually seeing the plays that are being explained on here being ran before my eyes and how the opposing team attempts to counter act. Amazing. Great work guys...keep it up.

This is a breath of fresh air, i’m so sick of SAS and skip and shows like that.

Hi JJ and Lebron, as someone who's always wanted to learn basketball strategy and nuances behind the plays this podcast has been really great. A suggestion: When JJ explains plays in the beginning it would be great if you could show a video of an example of what you are explaining.

4am Pacific is wild

We are insanely blessed to be able to hear these points of view already. Imagine all the stories n experiences Bron has to share once he retires… I’m always dreading the day but I’m glad I got to witness 20+ years of greatness.

Great video LeBron and JJ

Love this podcast so much. Played basketball as a kid and just a casual watcher now, but I love when you’re able to see people at their best and the wealth of knowledge that is put forth, it’s amazing. This has me watching basketball differently now. Thank you both!

Indiana threw that game away….

“I made the pod!” WHAT A QUEEN!

Bron would literally be the best analyst on tv if he was on a show.

Man, I feel irrelevant talking here, but first that logo for the podcast is fire. Second, I am not even kidding you, despite I don't understand most of the lexicon that is been used here, while knowing I played basketball for fun in my youth and still love it, you guys are hell of conversationalist and would have loved to meet you even though I wouldn't survive a second in your technical world. What I know for certain is that you speak my language, the language of people who think before they speak and do know what they are talking about, so we could connect on that level no matter the subject matter. Third, and I am not even lying, I took the time to come back to that podcast that JJ Redick is referring to when he speaks about Lebron's teammates hating on him. He does really talk about that in fact. And his guest did have quite a reaction to coach Paul Silas' quote. Man, thank you for showing to the world that, no matter the media, we still can do a hell of a job and still excel at it. That abreviation that Lebron came up with (FAT) though is so brilliant that it did in fact blew my mind and still does. Propos to you both for spreading the word of wisdom, whatever the subject matter may be. Peace

I will never get tired of Lebron's "lenth" talk 😂.

CAN WE PLEASE BRING RAJON RONDO ON HERE AS A GUEST!

Production improves with each episode

I love these two together, man.. Lol. The laugh about the JJ coaching rumors (I think that's what JJ was hinting at) had me weak lol.

LeGM done made it happen we just waiting for Reddick to sign 😭

"he's gonna struggle to score." 😂😂😂😂😅

Rudy Gobert is the Michael Jordan of Javale Mcgees.

JJ and producers! Please please, do not feel “rushed” about breaking down the game/coverages/actions. You mentioned that in the beginning and that is 1 of the many things that makes you guys unique! No one really cares to break down the game like this nor as knowledgeable. So don’t feel bad. I love basketball and this is one of the first times I’m getting nba level education about the game. Please never switch up on that, love the pod thus far!!!

Lebron said “yep” about a thousand times this episode 😂

this video so crisp omg 😭😭😭

Pacers would be a 10th seed with Ham as their coach.

Always nice to see a coach chilling on a poadcast with his star player 👀👀

Am I the only one that saw the spit go into LeBron beard and sit there @10:22? 😂

The number of "yup"s said from the 12 to 13:30 minute mark is crazy

Thank you guys! Every time I wake up on a day y’all drop it such a good sag

You know how it go Bro, let Vanna do whatever Vanna doing 😂😂😂😂

This podcast is not only a credit to your knowledge and experience, but a credit to the sport itself. It helps me savor and appreciate the games at a much deeper level understanding the concepts discussed.

The explanations do not need to be quick at the start JJ, we love the in-depth analysis and strategies being discussed so we can be on the same page as you'all

JJ : BREATHES Bron : YUP🙂‍↕️

Shout out to Bronny grinding for his & his dad's dream man,stop hating on the kid...

This what I wanna hear. Not no Stephen A smith, Shannon sharpe, Charles Barkley BS.

Good on Bron for defending and speaking up for Clark. Hope she sees this video and listens to that advice 💯

They’ve been over here coaching eachother before JJ gets the job rite in front of everybody’s faces and you gotta love it.

I truly am thankful for JJ, Jason Timpf from Hoops Tonight, and Ben Taylor from Thinking Basketball for the immense knowledge I've gained the past two years. I always was a relatively smart basketball player and fan, but the conversations I can have now with guys who played at a higher level than me, guys I play men's leagues with, or just other fans is so valuable.

you are seeing the next lakers head coach in Lebron James and his assistant JJ

This podcast is loudly very informative and insightful... I feel like I'm actually learning more about basketball..

Off topic but why they got JJ in those big ass headphones 😂😂

Can we get an "Encyclopedia" playlist? all the intros explaining plays, coverages, sets? That would be awesome. Thanks to everyone who makes this show work.

Aww we love Savannah 😊

Spent way too much time trying to figure out what the scar on Lebron’s face was (left side of screen) and it was the shadow of his hat 😂

16:10 I would've been cracked up 😂😂😂

The quality is amazing!!🔥

6:22 Start of discussion

Me when I'm answering a question in the exam 22:57

I like the mind the game shirt.

Bron’s room would be any streamers green screen set, in the back lol looks like his winery

Video quality is spectacular another great video

JJ’s impact on the game will be greater if he stays in media. His personal pod, and this one, are genuinely changing the way fans interact with the sport.

The NBA have evolved to everyone on the court can ball ! The new NBA is to talented

Coach redick can’t wait till it’s announced gonna be a great day as a lakers fan

LeBron using ESPN 4k cameras for this 😅

JJ: breathes LBJ: Yep yep

18 seconds ago is crazyy

Honestly if Bron wants to win hes going to have to pull a End of career Brady and go to a ready made team where all they need is the final piece, You cant build a team around Bron anymore because he doesnt have much left to go but he still can be plugged in on a team and perform 🤴🏿