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    The Old Man and the Three with JJ Redick and Tommy Alter

    Gabe Vincent

    Fri Jul 14 2023
    NBALos Angeles LakersMiami HeatBasketballPlayoffs

    Description

    The episode covers Gabe Vincent's signing with the Los Angeles Lakers, his decision-making process, and his basketball journey. It also delves into the Miami Heat's practice culture, Jimmy Butler's leadership, and insights into the team's playoff experience. The analysis extends to the Boston Celtics, connectivity in teams, and the impact of Kevin Love's presence. The episode concludes with discussions on decision-making processes in the NBA and the significance of winning championships.

    Insights

    Gabe Vincent's signing with the Los Angeles Lakers

    Gabe Vincent has signed a three-year contract with the Los Angeles Lakers after a solid playoff run. He brings valuable skills to the team and represents what's best about the NBA.

    Jimmy Butler's leadership and expectations

    Jimmy Butler expects his teammates to play basketball the right way and values making the right read. His competitiveness motivates teammates and offense is crucial in winning championships.

    Insights into the Miami Heat's playoff experience

    In the playoffs, stars have to be stars and role players need to step up. The team's three-point shooting improved and narratives can change quickly.

    Analysis of the Boston Celtics and connectivity in teams

    The Boston Celtics posed a strong challenge, but their lack of connectivity allowed weaknesses to be exploited. Experience in close games and leadership are important for success.

    The impact of Kevin Love's presence and continuity in NBA teams

    Kevin Love's presence had a positive impact on the team, and continuity is an underrated factor in success. Decision-making involves considering various factors, including taxes.

    Insights into decision-making processes and tournaments in the NBA

    Continuity and taxes play a major role in decision-making. The play-in tournament has positive impacts on competitiveness, but concerns about teams intentionally losing exist.

    The significance of winning championships and maintaining focus

    Winning a championship is prioritized over winning mid-season tournaments. Staying focused and having routines are crucial for success in the NBA.

    Chapters

    1. Gabe Vincent signs with the Los Angeles Lakers
    2. Gabe Vincent discusses signing with the Los Angeles Lakers
    3. Gabe Vincent's basketball journey and college experience
    4. Insights into Miami Heat's practice culture and Jimmy Butler's leadership
    5. Jimmy Butler's expectations and offensive focus in winning championships
    6. Gabe Vincent's playoff experience with the Miami Heat
    7. Analysis of the Boston Celtics and the importance of connectivity in teams
    8. The impact of Kevin Love's presence and the importance of continuity in NBA teams
    9. Insights into decision-making processes and the impact of tournaments in the NBA
    10. The significance of winning championships and maintaining focus
    Summary
    Transcript

    Gabe Vincent signs with the Los Angeles Lakers

    00:00 - 06:16

    • Gabe Vincent has signed a three-year contract with the Los Angeles Lakers after a solid playoff run.
    • There are reports that the starting job is up for grabs in LA, but Gabe will have opportunities to close games regardless of the starting lineup.
    • Gabe's spacing, toughness, and shot-making make him valuable on the basketball floor.
    • He represents what's best about the NBA, as he wasn't highly heralded coming out of high school or college.
    • Gabe spent time in the G League early in his career.
    • He has been part of Miami Heat playoff runs and talks about his own free agency.

    Gabe Vincent discusses signing with the Los Angeles Lakers

    06:03 - 12:17

    • Gabe Vincent, new Los Angeles Laker, discusses his decision to sign with the team
    • Vincent had a good feeling LeBron James would return to the Lakers
    • Free agency has changed over the years and Vincent signed a three-year deal with LA after a finals run with the Miami Heat
    • Leaving Miami was not an easy decision for Vincent, but business and other factors played a role in choosing LA
    • As a California native, Vincent is excited to play for the Lakers and be closer to home
    • He is familiar with the area and believes the lifestyle transition will be easier compared to dealing with snow
    • Vincent is excited about the basketball fit with the Lakers and looks forward to playing different roles on the team
    • He values versatility and being able to contribute in various ways on both ends of the court
    • Playing off the ball is something Vincent has always been capable of, but he had more opportunities to showcase it during the playoffs
    • His confidence in playing on the ball grew throughout the season

    Gabe Vincent's basketball journey and college experience

    11:52 - 18:08

    • The speaker's reads improved as the season went on, and it was always a strength of their game.
    • Miami had other players who could create better or were looking for different situations, so the speaker didn't have as much opportunity to showcase their skill set.
    • Playing with Anthony Davis in Los Angeles offers great defensive potential due to the team's size and length.
    • The Miami Heat have consistently been a top five defense in recent years due to their disruptive style and athleticism.
    • The speaker is excited about having more length behind them on defense.
    • The speaker reminisces about their college experience at UCSB, where they enjoyed the beach lifestyle and found it similar to Miami.
    • UCSB was an amazing place for a young adult to explore and let loose.
    • The speaker shares a funny story about getting lost while wearing rainbow flip flops during college.
    • They embraced the new environment at UCSB and found their balance between social life, work, and sleep.
    • UCSB provided a good opportunity for the speaker to start and develop as a player despite not being the most winning program.

    Insights into Miami Heat's practice culture and Jimmy Butler's leadership

    24:19 - 31:06

    • The Miami Heat have a rigorous practice culture that emphasizes intense training and discipline.
    • The right people for the Heat culture are those who possess winning habits, including the way they train, act, work, think, and sacrifice for the team.
    • The Heat value players who can put aside personal preferences and play in a way that maximizes the team's chances of winning.
    • Embracing confrontation and having hard conversations is part of the Heat culture, as it helps the team improve and perform better.
    • Jimmy Butler is viewed as an ultimate competitor and leader by his teammates. He pushes others to be their best and expects them to know the game and play basketball the right way.

    Jimmy Butler's expectations and offensive focus in winning championships

    30:51 - 37:08

    • Jimmy Butler has high expectations for his teammates to play basketball the right way
    • He values making the right read and playing good basketball
    • If someone is open, he expects them to shoot the shot
    • Jimmy gets frustrated when teammates don't play the right way
    • He can be animated and create chaos in games
    • Teammates gained confidence from Jimmy's competitiveness in the Milwaukee series
    • Drew Holiday had a tough time guarding Jimmy in that series
    • Offense is crucial in winning championships in today's NBA
    • The league focuses on attacking weak defenders and generating good looks on offense

    Gabe Vincent's playoff experience with the Miami Heat

    36:49 - 43:22

    • In the playoffs, stars have to be stars and role players need to step up.
    • Gabe felt like he had arrived before the game in New York where Jimmy didn't play.
    • The team's stars poured confidence into Gabe, allowing him to play freely.
    • There were comments about the Heat's run being a fluke, but Gabe disagrees.
    • The team's three-point shooting improved in the playoffs due to adjustments made by opponents.
    • Gabe finds it funny how narratives can change so quickly.
    • Duncan's story throughout the season was inspiring for Gabe.
    • Gabe believes his undrafted status is not motivating but welcomes questions about it during the playoffs.
    • Gabe injured his ankle in game six against Boston but still had confidence going into game seven.
    • There was a slight concern about being the first team to lose a 3-0 lead.

    Analysis of the Boston Celtics and the importance of connectivity in teams

    42:57 - 49:17

    • Despite the 3-0 lead, there was no waiver of confidence going into game seven
    • The Ed Sheeran-Luke home song went viral, but it may have been a bit much to plug and share
    • Boston Celtics are a strong team with Tatum and Brown causing havoc for defenses
    • There seemed to be something going on internally with the Celtics despite their game plan
    • Keeping the Celtics out of transition was crucial for success against them
    • Last year, the Celtics were better defensively than this past year
    • Connectivity was lacking in the Celtics' defense, which allowed weaknesses to be exploited
    • A good playoff team requires connection and sacrifice among players
    • Experience in close games helps a team handle crunch time situations
    • Having a mix of veteran players and young players who don't know what they don't know is beneficial
    • Leadership from experienced players like Kevin Love is important for balance and focus

    The impact of Kevin Love's presence and the importance of continuity in NBA teams

    49:02 - 55:32

    • Kevin Love's presence in the locker room had a positive impact on the team's mood and energy.
    • Udonis Haslem's passionate speech in the huddle motivated the team during the playoffs.
    • Continuity is an underrated factor in NBA teams' success.
    • The decision to leave a team and join another involves considering relationships, family, and opportunities.
    • Taxes played a role in Kevin Love's decision to leave his previous team.

    Insights into decision-making processes and the impact of tournaments in the NBA

    55:04 - 1:01:25

    • Continuity and taxes played a major role in the decision-making process.
    • The Lakers understood the business side of things and the salary cap tax implications.
    • Aaron Gordon's efficiency and physicality were key factors for the Denver Nuggets in their series against the speaker's team.
    • Denver's coaching and defensive consistency made them a tough opponent to face.
    • The speaker initially opposed the play-in tournament but now sees its positive impact on competitiveness.
    • The in-season tournament doesn't make much sense to the speaker, but he appreciates the bonuses it offers.
    • There are concerns about whether teams will try to lose in order to gain an advantage in the playoffs.
    • Playoff shares are divided among players and staff, with older players often giving up their share for staff members.
    • The speaker received a playoff share of $200k for making it to the finals.

    The significance of winning championships and maintaining focus

    1:01:08 - 1:06:22

    • Playoff share for losing the NBA finals is $200
    • Losing in the in-season tournament also earns $200
    • Preference for winning a ring over winning the mid-season tournament
    • Discourse about players choking in the mid-season tournament and its impact on their legacy
    • Importance of staying focused and not losing sight of ultimate goals
    • Having routines to stay grounded and maintain motivation
    • Examples of NBA players who stick to their routines throughout their careers
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