#thisleague UNCUT
#thisleague UNCUT: Darvin Ham Part 1
Tue Jul 11 2023Description
The episode covers various topics including the grand opening of Gold's Gym Germantown, Honda CR-V Hybrid and Accord Hybrid features, online games with prizes at Chumba Casino, an introduction to the This League Uncut podcast, discussions with Lakers coach Darvin Hamm at Summer League, Hamm's coaching approach and background, challenges faced in his first year on the sidelines, the importance of making well-informed decisions, LeBron James' coaching and accountability, Hamm's pursuit of a championship as a coach, and the impact of officiating on the game.
Insights
Darvin Hamm's coaching approach
Hamm emphasizes honesty, directness, and collaboration with players. He values camaraderie and believes in a collaborative mindset.
Challenges in Hamm's first year as Lakers coach
Despite challenges, Hamm focused on stabilizing and resetting the franchise. He emphasized daily improvement and established a culture of commitment, competitiveness, togetherness, and accountability.
Importance of making well-informed decisions
Hamm believes in making well thought out and informed decisions. He emphasizes accountability and improvement through calling out mistakes and encourages feedback from all players.
Hamm's pursuit of a championship
Hamm constantly chases the feeling of winning a championship as a coach. He values the support of the Lakers organization and aims to find the right fit with the right individuals.
Impact of officiating on the game
Consistency in officiating is important for the integrity of the game. The speaker's team has faced inconsistent officiating but avoids using it as an excuse. They believe in playing aggressive and competitive basketball.
Chapters
- Gold's Gym Germantown Grand Opening
- Honda CR-V Hybrid and Accord Hybrid
- Chumba Casino
- Introduction to This League Uncut podcast
- Special guest Lakers coach Darvin Hamm joins the podcast at Summer League in Vegas
- Hamm's background in basketball and ability to immediately see when players aren't doing the right thing
- Watching as a coach is more difficult than as a fan due to critiquing different aspects of the game
- Year one on the sidelines for Darvin Ham was not stressful despite challenges
- Year one on the sidelines for Darvin Ham
- Los Angeles Lakers head coach, Darvin Hamm
- Importance of making well thought out and informed decisions
- Constantly chasing the feeling of winning a championship as a coach
- Consistency in officiating is important for the integrity of the game
Gold's Gym Germantown Grand Opening
00:00 - 07:49
- Free food, fitness classes, and giveaways
- Date: August 15
Honda CR-V Hybrid and Accord Hybrid
00:00 - 07:49
- Adventure and tech features
Chumba Casino
00:00 - 07:49
- Online games with prizes
Introduction to This League Uncut podcast
00:00 - 07:49
- Hosted by Mark Stein and Chris Haynes
Special guest Lakers coach Darvin Hamm joins the podcast at Summer League in Vegas
00:00 - 07:49
- Discussion about opportunities for leadership during Summer League and the performance of Lakers' young players
Hamm's background in basketball and ability to immediately see when players aren't doing the right thing
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Watching as a coach is more difficult than as a fan due to critiquing different aspects of the game
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Year one on the sidelines for Darvin Ham was not stressful despite challenges
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Year one on the sidelines for Darvin Ham
07:25 - 14:50
- Stressful situation, but focused on stabilizing and resetting the franchise
- Emphasized daily improvement rather than wins and losses
- Got through first round against Memphis and second round against Denver
- Strong coaching staff
- Consistent approach to bring calmness to the team
- Established a culture of commitment, competitiveness, togetherness, and accountability
- Made opponents feel like they were in a dog fight when playing against the Lakers
Los Angeles Lakers head coach, Darvin Hamm
14:22 - 22:24
- Brought Russell Westbrook off the bench early in the season
- Believes in being honest and direct with his players
- Appreciates Westbrook's willingness to comply with the decision
- Had multiple conversations with Westbrook throughout the summer to build trust and collaboration
- Values camaraderie and finds it easy to have conversations with his players
- Experience in the league and understanding of LeBron James' hunger to win allows him to effectively coach him
- Communication is key for Hamm, who believes in a collaborative mindset
Importance of making well thought out and informed decisions
21:57 - 29:30
- LeBron James was not properly respected or held accountable in a previous team
- Calling out players for mistakes is necessary for improvement
- LeBron's ability to be coached and make the right plays is commendable
- Feedback from all players is encouraged
- Focus on moving forward and achieving the goal of becoming NBA champions again
Constantly chasing the feeling of winning a championship as a coach
29:01 - 36:18
- Lakers organization has been amazing and supportive
- Interviewed by 10 teams for head coaching positions
- Finding the right fit with the right individuals is important
- Wear different hats depending on where I am
- No worries when entering a room because of security
- Don't teach flopping, want consistency from referees
Consistency in officiating is important for the integrity of the game
35:51 - 41:52
- The speaker's team has faced inconsistent officiating this year
- Don't want to use officiating as an excuse, but acknowledge self-inflicted mistakes
- Dislike when media tries to manipulate the game or disguise their approach
- Believe in playing aggressive and competitive basketball
- Some coaches use tactics to influence referees' calls in their favor
- Mention Larry Brown and Charles Lee going through similar experiences
- Candidates for coaching positions should vet organizations before joining them