The Old Man and the Three
ThreeFourTwo Productions | Wondery
The Old Man and the Three is back with a new host, NBA sharpshooter and Denver Nuggets forward, Cam Johnson. Every week, Cam joins Tommy Alter for insightful analysis of NBA games, trends, strategy and major moments in hoops culture along with exclusive interviews and highlights — all from a current player’s perspective. The legacy continues!Don’t worry, The Young Man and the Three isn't going anywhere. Catch new episodes right here, where Tommy will continue to bring together your favorite rising stars from the NBA and culture to celebrate their love of hoops. Two shows. One feed. Every single week. Subscribe everywhere.
Episodes
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May 16, 2024 • 1h 25min
A Second Round Playoff Mailbag, Plus Trey Murphy
Trey Murphy joins to talk about NBA playoffs, Jokic's dominance, teams' strategies, and the depth of Western Conference. They also discuss playoff atmospheres, player performances, and draft jerseys of historical figures in a fun segment.
May 13, 2024 • 41min
Game 4 Reactions: Wolves vs. Nuggets & Knicks vs. Pacers | OM3 THINGS with Tim Legler
ESPN analyst Tim Legler joins JJ to analyze the Game 4 matchups between Wolves vs. Nuggets and Knicks vs. Pacers, discussing the surprising comebacks of the Nuggets and Pacers from 0-2 deficits. They also preview Game 4 of Thunder vs. Mavs series, offering detailed insights into team performances and strategic adjustments in the playoffs.
May 10, 2024 • 1h 46min
Jamahl Mosley & Naz Reid
Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley shares insights on coaching stars like Carmelo Anthony and Luka Doncic, building team culture, and constructing a standout defense. Minnesota Timberwolves' Sixth Man of the Year Naz Reid discusses his NBA journey, teammates, and defensive mindset. JJ and Tommy also draft beach accessories in a fun segment.
May 6, 2024 • 33min
Second Round Previews: Mavs vs. Thunder, Nuggets vs. Wolves, Knicks vs. Pacers | OM3 THINGS
NBA analysts Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down second-round playoff series including matchups like Luka Doncic vs. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Anthony Edwards vs. Nikola Jokic, and Jalen Brunson vs. Tyrese Haliburton. They analyze defensive strategies, player performances, and strategic gameplay tactics in the upcoming games.
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May 3, 2024 • 1h 38min
Shaquille O'Neal (Plus a Sue Bird Draft)
Shaquille O'Neal joins JJ and Tommy to discuss calling out players like Dwight Howard, balancing playfulness and killer mentality, dealing with the end of his career, not belonging in the GOAT conversation, the respect he and Kobe Bryant had, and his favorite NBA players to play with. Sue Bird joins for a movie monologue draft.
Apr 29, 2024 • 42min
Unpacking Mavs vs. Clippers Game 4 & James Harden’s Takeover. Plus, the Suns Get Swept and Knicks vs. Sixers| OM3 THINGS
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. join JJ to dissect Mavs vs. Clippers Game 4, Harden's dominance, Suns' sweep, and Knicks vs. Sixers showdown. They analyze player dynamics, defensive strategies, and key matchups with expert insights on offensive strategies, roster construction challenges, and hypothetical NBA scenarios.
Apr 25, 2024 • 1h 26min
An NBA Playoffs First Round Deep Dive With Tim Legler, Plus Sports What-Ifs With ‘Alternate Routes’
Tim Legler, ESPN analyst, joins the podcast for an in-depth discussion on NBA playoffs matchups, including insights on players like Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, LeBron James, and more. The hosts also dive into sports 'what-ifs' with guests from 'Alternate Routes' podcast, exploring hypothetical scenarios in sports history.
Apr 22, 2024 • 37min
NBA Playoffs Game 1 Takeaways: Knicks vs. Sixers, Lakers vs. Nuggets, Mavs vs. Clippers | OM3 THINGS
NBA analysts Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss Game 1 takeaways from the Knicks vs. Sixers, Lakers vs. Nuggets, and Mavs vs. Clippers. They analyze defensive strategies, player performances, and tactical moves in the intense playoff battles, emphasizing the importance of game plan execution and adjustments to counter opponents' strategies.
5 snips
Apr 19, 2024 • 1h 4min
Dan Hurley
UConn men’s head basketball coach Dan Hurley joins JJ and Tommy to discuss winning back-to-back NCAA national championships, coaching influences, his basketball family legacy, intangible recruit characteristics, UConn offense inspiration, and more. Analysis on Lakers vs. Nuggets matchup and the importance of role players in playoffs. Insights on coaching evolution, strategic formations, college decisions, and shaping young players. Plus, recruitment impact and podcast recommendations.
Apr 15, 2024 • 23min
JJ Redick's 2023-24 NBA Awards Ballot
JJ Redick shares his NBA Awards ballot for the 2023-24 season, discussing MVP, All-NBA teams, All-Defense teams, Defensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year, All-Rookie teams, Coach of the Year, Most Improved Player, Clutch Player of the Year, and Sixth Man of the Year. The podcast also focuses on player performances in clutch time, suit game upgrades, and in-depth analysis of the NBA MVP race and All-NBA teams.
