New month, new episode of Mind the Game with LeBron James and Steve Nash. The fellas link back up as LeBron breaks down the Los Angeles Lakers’ stellar play in March, the team’s defensive emphasis, and how Luka Dončić had been on a mission to insert himself into the MVP conversation. He also reflects on building chemistry with Luka and Austin Reaves prior to their injuries. Bron also shares what it means to achieve the record for most games played in NBA history, how he’s helped elevate Luka to reach his full potential after the blockbuster trade, and the impact he continues to have every time he steps on the floor. The duo then goes in-depth on the MVP race, breaking down what makes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander special and why he’s the frontrunner to repeat, while also making the case for Victor Wembanyama as one of the league’s most unique and deserving candidates. Presented by UNINTERRUPTED and Wondery. (0:00) - Intro (1:40) - LeBron talks about Lakers 13-1 run (3:20) - LeBron speaks on the Lakers’ defensive push (3:48) - Why zone warrants more attention and team defensive styles (5:47) - How zone defense has yet to be exploited (9:31) - LeBron on winning most games in NBA history (17:28) - LeBron and Steve discuss Luka’s impact and MVP conversation (21:53) - LeBron’s role in elevating Luka as a player (30:26) - Steve shares his MVP favorite (34:32) - Why you can’t count out Jokić and the Nuggets (36:48) - Why Wemby is a late push for MVP (40:32) - Steve shares why the best is yet to come for Wemby New episodes drop every other Tuesday. Watch Mind The Game with LeBron James and Steve Nash for NBA interviews, basketball analysis, highlights and more. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel, watch on Prime Video or follow Mind The Game wherever you listen to podcasts. Cop your Mind the Game gear: https://amazon.com/mindthegame?ref=ammerch_youtube_mindthegame Follow us on social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindthegamepod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindthegamepod X: https://www.twitter.com/mindthegamepod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindthegamepod New Sportsbook customers, bet $5 and get $300 in bonus bets if your bet wins. The Crown Is Yours! Sign up using dkng.co/MIND or through my promo code MIND. #DKPartner GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/PR/WY). Void in NH/OR/ONT/PR. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. 1 per new DraftKings Sportsbook customer. Must register new account to receive reward Token. Must select Token BEFORE placing min. $5 bet to receive $300 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. Min. -500 odds req. Min. deposit varies, either $5 or $10. Token and Bonus Bets are single-use and non-withdrawable. Bet must settle by and Token expires 5/3/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Bonus Bets expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Terms: sportsbook.draftkings.com/promos. Ends 4/26/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK.
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LeBron better keep doing this pod when he retires
Seeing this knowing Luka’s injury made me sad lol
2 Multiple time MVPs chopping it up about the MVP race is the type of NBA coverage we need😂 i’m tired of the “hot takes”
Ironic seeing these two talk about an MVP race together, life has a funny way of working 😂
All 4 are non-American, too. Crazy how much the game has grown internationally.
Crazy the amount of injuries a couple weeks before the playoffs, Cade, Ant, Luka, AR and now Wemby 😮💨 hopefully we get most of them back for the big games.
It doesn't feel like a podcast, but more like a good convo between professionals. I hope this keeps going!!
MANNN is it an amazing time to be a basketball fan. If it weren't for the concerning amount of high-profile injuries this would be the most exciting playoffs of the century. So many players at the pinnacle of their game, with lots of young stars promising to be game-changers. So glad we're appreciating this generational mvp race too!!
Bron not having 6 mvps is still crazy to me
There's no debate, it's Jokić.
23:00 this right here makes him an all time leader. Understanding that Luka and AR needs to play freely so that it doesn't disrupt their rhythm. It definitely shows that LeBron knows what needs to be done to succeed. "Don't worry about me, you just be you". The willingness to be the third option, doesn't get talked about enough.
Damn bron has his haters coming here off the noti😂
Talking about how efficient SGA is while Jokic is literally putting up numbers that literally make him the most efficient player EVER is kinda insane to me. Denver's only struggled this year because of injury and the fact they had the hardest schedule in the league.
The goat podcast has returned
Ask lebron about those classic Sprite commercials and the puppets 😂😂
Jokic not being MVP is unreasonable, it does not matter how you spin it.
The more you listen to Bron, the more you understand why he's the GOAT.
Rediculous to be able to get insights like this from legends. I don't take the time to appreciate these enough
Jokic is more efficient than SGA.
This interview must have taken place before the Luka and AR injuries😢😢😢