LeBron James is shaking things up midseason, and Lakers fans are here for it. On March 27, news broke via The US Sun that the 40-year-old superstar is bringing back his Mind the Game podcast for a second season, this time teaming up with NBA legend Steve Nash. It’s a major career move for the King, blending his on-court dominance with off-court hustle, and it’s got the basketball world buzzing as the Lakers grind through the 2024-25 NBA season.
James launched Mind the Game last year with then-cohost JJ Redick, who’s since traded his mic for the Lakers’ head coaching gig. “We had a blast breaking down the game,” LeBron said in a teaser clip, reflecting on season one’s nine episodes, co-produced by his Uninterrupted media company and Redick’s 342 Productions.
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With Redick now courtside, LeBron tapped Nash-a two-time MVP and eight-time All-Star-for the reboot. The first episode drops April 1 on YouTube and Amazon Prime Video, promising “pure basketball conversations” with a splash of wine-fueled chill.
This isn’t just a side hustle-it’s LeBron flexing his hoops IQ while still dropping 24.9 points a night for the Lakers, per ESPN stats from March 26. “I’ve heard many people say you can’t make a blockbuster trade midseason and contend,” Nash mused in the trailer. LeBron, laughing, shot back, “Oh, they’re wrong,” nodding to the Lakers’ stunning Luka Doncic trade last month that’s got them at 28-15. It’s classic James-multitasking like a champ, from buzzer-beaters to boardroom moves.
LeBron teams up with Steve Nash for Mind the Game Season 2
Nash, 51, brings his own cred after 19 NBA seasons with the Suns, Mavericks, and Lakers, plus a stint coaching the Nets. “Steve’s a genius at breaking down the game,” an X user posted, hyping the duo’s chemistry.
The podcast’s return isn’t just nostalgia-it’s LeBron building his legacy beyond the hardwood. With Bronny James now a Laker too, it’s a family affair, and this media pivot keeps him in the driver’s seat.
X is lit with reactions-fans love the vibe, with one saying, “LeBron and Nash sipping wine and talking hoops? I’m in.” The timing’s perfect too, midway through a season where LeBron’s chasing ring number five. Whether he’s tipping in game-winners or dropping basketball wisdom, James is proving he’s still the King-on and off the court.