The Draymond Green Show Andre Miller on the Evolution of NBA Point Guards, Coaching, & Top Young NBA Players
Nov 26, 2025
Former NBA point guard Andre Miller joins to share insights on the evolution of the position. He reflects on his unique post-oriented game influenced by legends like Magic Johnson. Andre addresses modern load management, emphasizing the importance of mental preparation and durability, having only missed six games in his career. He discusses coaching in the G League and highlights rising stars like Cade Cunningham and Anthony Edwards, noting their leadership and potential to shape the future of the NBA.
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Prioritize Mental Consistency
- Protect your availability by prioritizing mental commitment and consistent practice habits.
- Miller credits wanting to stay involved and avoiding extra conditioning as keys to his durability.
Load Management Isn't Simple
- Miller dislikes load management but acknowledges today's game, travel, and science make it understandable.
- He recognizes the NBA now uses performance data to guide rest decisions beyond player choice.
Trackers Shaped G League Coaching
- As a G League coach, Miller experienced performance trackers informing training limits.
- He recalled trainers warning him that a player 'ran four miles today' from that tiny tracker data.