The modern NBA playmaker looks like a little of things in 2025. They can be a smaller guard like Jalen Brunson or a bigger center like Nikola Jokic. But it wasn't always like that. In the past, the scorer and the passer were two different positions assigned by specific NBA archetypes. In this episode of Mind the Game, we explore this evolution and the role LeBron James and other superstars played in the evolution of the modern NBA playermaker.

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Welcome back to another episode of Mind the Game with LeBron James and Steve Nash. Today we’re diving into the divisive midrange shot. In a world of 3-pointers and lay-ups where does the midrange fit in and who should be taking them? From Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to James Harden, we also dive into the midrange masters of the NBA and how the shot has evolved over time. Thanks for watching and listening to Mind the Game and be sure to follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

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Welcome back to a brand new episode of Mind the Game with LeBron James and Steve Nash. In this episode, LeBron takes us through the series between The Los Angeles Lakers and the Minnesota Timberwolves. They talk through the different play styles between the two teams, in-depth defensive strategies and the evolution of Anthony Edwards as a playmaker. LeBron also talks through his MCL injury and what it felt like playing an entire half in the playoffs at age 40. Finally, Steve and LeBron share their thoughts on Gregg Popovich retiring as head coach of the San Antonio Spurs.

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The NBA Playoffs have begun and Mind the Game is here to break down the different between regular season basketball and postseason basketball. In this episode, LeBron James and Steve Nash discuss the schemes and game planning that goes into playoff basketball and the general characteristics of a successful playoff team. They also talk adjustments, counter adjustments and what happens when a team is out of tricks. Plus LeBron reveals the most mentally grueling playoff series he’s ever played in. Thanks for watching and Happy Playoffs!

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We’re back for Episode 3 of Mind the Game with LeBron James and Steve Nash where we do a deep dive into how Steve Nash succeed in the NBA and ultimately changed the sport forever. We explore how his love of soccer and hockey allowed him to survive and innovate in the NBA — ultimately resulting in 2 MVP awards. We also dive into The Nash Dribble, the hesitations moves, the pull-up 3-pointer and of course the 7 Seconds of Less Suns and playing for Mike D’Antoni. We hope you enjoy this episode!

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Welcome back to another episode of Mind the Game with LeBron James and Steve Nash. In this episode, we dive into something that we believe to be a crucial side of the game that isn’t discussed enough… the human body. We’re talking about preparation, recovery, strength and condition, diet and taking care of the mind. With LeBron playing at a high level at age 40, how does he approach the NBA calendar year? What are his offseasons like? How does he ramp up in preparation for the playoffs? And what are the little things that allow him to still be at the peak of his game at this stage in his life. Our goal in creating this show is to provide a little more insight into what it takes to play this game at a high level and we hope this conversation accomplishes just that. Thanks for watching Mind the Game.

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Mind the Game is BACK with a brand new season to break down the game with LeBron James and a brand new co-host, 2X MVP and NBA legend, Steve Nash. In this episode, Steve talks to LeBron about what the word ‘success’ means to him at 40 years old and the lessons he hopes he’s passed on to the next generation of NBA greats. Then the conversation transitions to the new look Los Angeles Lakers and their brand new superstar, Luka Doncic. What are the hurdles with making an in-season trade and what makes LeBron particularly excited about playing with Doncic. Finally the guys dig into the x’s and o’s of what this Lakers team has done early with LeBron and Luka. Thanks for watching Mind the Game and enjoy the show!

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The NBA Finals are set. Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, P.J. Washington and the Dallas Mavericks will face Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Kristaps Porzingis and the Boston Celtics and JJ Redick and LeBron James are here to break it all down in Episode 9 (dropping tomorrow). What advantages do the Mavs and the Celtics have and how can they exploit one another?

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