Game Over with Max Kellerman and Rich Paul

Jaylen vs. Luka, KAT vs. Shaq, Ant vs. Maxey, and Your Emails!

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Feb 23, 2026
They debate access versus money and how social media is changing attention and authenticity. Courtside recollections of Celtics–Lakers lead into a spirited Jaylen Brown vs Luka Doncic comparison. Shaq’s jabs at Karl-Anthony Towns spark a conversation about KAT’s upside. Tyrese Maxey’s breakout play and early thinking about the 2028 U.S. Olympic roster also get lively attention.
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INSIGHT

Social Media Shrinks Attention And Inner Life

  • Social media shortens attention spans and replaces deep consumption like reading books, degrading inner life and patience.
  • Max Kellerman says he read ~1 book/month before social media and now reads 2–3 per year, illustrating the attention-cost effect personally.
ADVICE

Choose Access Over Immediate Money

  • Prioritize access over money to create lasting opportunities, since access sustains relationships and future deal flow.
  • Rich Paul argues access opens social and institutional doors (education, clubs) that money alone can't buy long-term.
ANECDOTE

Courtside With Pat Riley And A Statue Reveal

  • Rich Paul and Max Kellerman sat courtside at the Lakers-Celtics game and met Pat Riley, who was honored with a statue.
  • They describe Pat Riley and his wife's pristine appearance and Riley's sharp mind during their conversation courtside.
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