The Old Man and the Three

It’s the Cleveland Cavaliers episode of ‘The Young Man and the Three,’ featuring Larry Nance Jr., Jarrett Allen, and Sam Merrill!The trio discusses what it’s been like adding James Harden to the roster, the dynamic of him and Donovan Mitchell playing to together, and how it all affects their offense.Sam also shares the WILD story of his two-year mission trip to Nicaragua, the time he got jumped there, and what it was like getting back into basketball after the trip.They then get into each of their NBA backstories, including Larry playing with the Los Angeles Lakers during Kobe Bryant’s farewell tour for his rookie year, Jarrett’s time on the Brooklyn Nets, and Sam’s experience being the last pick in the draft, winning a championship with Giannis and the Milwaukee Bucks, and his G-League journey. Then, they end with sharing some of their interests outside of basketball, their favorite movies, and Pokemon. Let’s go!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pete Crow-Armstrong, a speedy Chicago Cubs outfielder and 2025 All-Star with Gold Glove defense, breaks down baseball vs basketball dynamics. He talks routines, coping with baseball’s long season, film study, defensive demands of center field, trades and career growth, plus how multi-sport roots shaped his athleticism.

A lively recap of All-Star weekend, from the new three-team format to dunk contest struggles and ideas for a one-on-one event. Discussion of game length, fan experience, and the best types of host cities. Deep dive into tanking: why teams do it, proposed fixes like a play-in draft tournament, and how culture can flip a franchise.

Noah Clowney, an Alabama-to-NBA forward refining his game; Danny Wolf, the Yale-to-Michigan guard known for viral on-court moments; Egor Dёmin, a Moscow/Real Madrid product who played at BYU before the NBA. They talk team chemistry, European vs NBA styles, draft night memories, college basketball’s changing landscape, adjusting to NBA life, and memorable matchups and moments.

They break down the human side of trade deadline moves and highlight big roster shakeups around the league. They unpack how Jaren Jackson and James Harden could change team dynamics. They call out under-the-radar trades that matter and discuss fit for stars like Giannis and Trae Young. They also preview the Super Bowl and debate quarterback decisions and coaching aggression.

Michael Porter Jr., an NBA forward who moved from Denver to Brooklyn, talks candidly about his trade, injury comeback, and shifting role. Short, punchy conversations cover adjusting to New York life, differences between the teams, praise for Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, shooting craft, and the ups and downs of confidence and recovery.

Payton Pritchard, steady Celtics guard known for leadership and consistency. Luka Garza, big man who moved to Boston after Minnesota and college stardom at Iowa. Anfernee Simons, dynamic scorer who learned from Damian Lillard. Derrick White, Celtics two-way, storyteller and podcast creator. They trade wild training-camp tales, reactions to joining Boston, Joe Mazzulla’s intense coaching, locker-room culture, role shifts after trades, and memorable playoff and rookie stories.

Jonas Valanciunas, a Lithuanian center with a long NBA and international career. He talks about growing up in Lithuania and early pro years. He recalls EuroLeague life, adjusting to North America, and why Denver’s roster clicks. He explains how the big-man role has changed and shares advice for young centers. Conversation touches on playing with Nikola Jokic and memorable international fan scenes.

Join professional basketball players Alex Sarr, Bilal Coulibaly, and Kyshawn George of the Washington Wizards as they share their journeys to the NBA. Alex recounts his unique path from Switzerland and the lessons learned from veterans like Khris Middleton. Bilal discusses his lockdown defense and rapid growth, while Kyshawn reflects on draft night nerves and team dynamics. The trio reveals their excitement about Trae Young joining the team and the importance of building a strong culture on and off the court, along with their personal goals for the season.

This week, Kenny Beecham, a Chicago-based basketball analyst known for his advanced analytics insights, joins the show. They delve into midseason NBA rankings and discuss which teams and players are impressing them the most. Kenny highlights Denver's depth sans Jokic and praises Anthony Edwards as a must-watch player. They also touch on underrated talents like Keontae George and the impact of various role players. Plus, they share their thoughts on clutch performers and lament the Chicago Bears' season ending, making for an engaging conversation!