NBA Playoffs Are a Different Game | LeBron James & Steve Nash | MIND THE GAME

In Episode 4, LeBron James and Steve Nash breakdown why the NBA postseason brings a different type of energy. The two explain why 2012 was the toughest playoff matchup ever and how he’s approached the postseason throughout his 21-year career with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Los Angeles Lakers. The two also discuss overcoming pressure moments, being the priority on scouting reports, why versatility is such a strength, and how the Golden State Warriors, Boston Celtics, and Oklahoma City Thunder having an upper advantage during this time of the season.

Steve and LeBron also reminisce on past battles with Gregg Popovich's Spurs teams featuring Tim Duncan, Tony Parker and Manu Ginobli as well as Steve Kerr's use of Draymond Green and Steph Curry.

(0:00) - Intro
(1:30) - LeBron and Steve talk about the intensity of playoffs
(2:00) - LeBron talks about 2012 Finals being toughest playoff series
(3:28) - LeBron on always being the priority on scouting report
(8:08) - LeBron and Steve discuss what’s at stake during playoffs
(12:03) - LeBron explain how he leads in the playoffs
(16:54) - LeBron on using IQ with different teams in his career
(24:25) - LeBron on being the hunter vs. hunted in the playoffs
(31:38) - LeBron on overcoming playoff pressure moments
(34:25) - LeBron leaving no stone unturned
(35:40) - LeBron different NBA teams’ versatility

Presented by UNINTERRUPTED and Wondery.

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