Sue Bird and Cam Johnson | The Current Climate of the NBA, WNBA, and College Basketball

Sue Bird and Cam Johnson | The Current Climate of the NBA, WNBA, and College Basketball

Author: ThreeFourTwo Productions | Wondery December 20, 2024 Duration: 1:24:05
This week on the Young Man and the Three we welcome Brooklyn Nets forward Cam Johnson and the legendary Sue Bird to have an in-depth discussion about the current states of the NBA, WNBA, and college basketball. First, Tommy Alter and Jason Gallagher intro the episode with some takes and updates. Sue and Cam then discuss how star players in the NBA and generated differently than stars in the WNBA (Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese), how options like Overtime Elite and G League Ignite have affected the men’s game, and the differences between men’s and women’s college basketball. Then, they break down everything surrounding NBA and WNBA television ratings and if they even matter at all. Cam and Sue also both get very candid about what it’s like playing for rebuilding teams, being in trade talks, and Dennis Schroder’s trade to the Golden State Warriors. They also discuss the new NBA all-star game format. Lastly, they have an honest convo about the three-point shooting boom, if teams are truly taking too many threes, if teams are copying the Boston Celtics or if it’s actually the best way to win games, and how current NBA play compares to past NBA generations and Olympic play. This is truly one of our best episodes. Let’s go. 0:00 Intro 6:13 Sue and Cam 6:20 College basketball and generating stars in the NBA and WNBA 28:20 NBA and WNBA tv ratings: factors and fixes 43:00 What it’s like playing for a rebuilding team & trade talks 58:17 Lessons from CP3, playing and against elite talents 01:07:47 The new NBA all-star game 01:12:15 Commissioner for a day 1:16:32 Three point shooting boom See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There’s a unique clarity that comes from hearing the game broken down by someone who’s living it, and that’s the pulse of The Old Man and the Three. With NBA veteran and Denver Nuggets forward Cam Johnson now joining Tommy Alter as host, each episode delves into the nuances that define basketball at the highest level. This isn’t just recap; it’s a conversation about strategy, the evolving trends of the league, and the cultural moments that resonate beyond the box score. Listeners get a direct line to a current player’s perspective, which transforms analysis into something more immediate and grounded. The dynamic between Johnson and Alter creates a space where insider knowledge meets thoughtful commentary, whether they’re unpacking a recent game or conducting an exclusive interview with a guest from within the sport’s inner circle. This podcast, produced by ThreeFourTwo Productions and Wondery, carries forward its legacy of authentic basketball discourse while offering a fresh voice. For those who follow the league closely, it feels like sitting in on a candid, insightful talk between people who truly know the craft. And yes, the companion show isn’t disappearing-the entire setup is built to give fans a richer, more layered understanding of the sport they love.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

The Old Man and the Three
Podcast Episodes
JONAS VALANCIUNAS | The Old Man and the Three [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:38
On this week’s episode of ‘The Old Man and the Three,’ host Cam Johnson welcomes his Denver Nuggets teammate Jonas Valanciunas! The begin the episode Cam and co-host Tommy Alter address the current events in Minneapolis…
Cam Johnson’s Mid-Season MAILBAG! | The Old Man and the Three [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:00
This week’s episode of ‘The Old Man and the Three’ is a special mailbag episode! Your OM3 host Cam Johnson answers listener-submitted questions about the Denver Nuggets, some of his favorite moments of his career, the 65…
An NBA-NFL Media Crossover with Taylor Rooks and Mina Kimes | YM3 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:15
On this episode, we have a really great discussion with two of the most prestigious members of NBA and NFL media: Taylor Rooks of Prime Video and Mina Kimes of ESPN! Taylor and Mina get into so much, including their medi…
KEVIN LOVE | The Old Man and the Three [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:09
On this week’s episode of ‘The Old Man and the Three,’ your host Cam Johnson of the Denver Nuggets is joined by Kevin Love of the Utah Jazz! Kevin shares so much from his decorated career including why he chose to join t…