Steven Adams Opens Up About Oklahoma City, Playing w/ Zion Williamson & More | JJ Redick
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 30 ก.ย. 2024
- Steven Adams (The New Orleans Pelicans) finally joins The Old Man and The Three to talk about a number of things including, the exhausting pace of this NBA season, the general feeling around the prospect of an All Star Game, admiring Kareem, his impression of Zion Williams, what Russell Westbrook was like as a teammate, his early impressions of Kevin Durant, on the culture shock of the NBA world, reliving the 2016 series against the Warriors, getting kicked in the nuts by Draymond Green, his love of Oklahoma City, his incredible Hail Mary pass to Dennis Schroder and so much more.
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This man is waaaayyyyy layed back. Dude just straight stumbled into the NBA like "ok, guess I'll do this for 10+ years and head out". All good bro.
Great comment mate. Ya know what I mean bro.
So honest man it's crazy
Haaaard out!
sounds like Korg
@@quantumfizzics9265 If you ever make it to New Zealand one day, you will get it lol, every one sounds like Korg.
Big ups to Mika Vukona! Steven nailed it with his description, Mika was big time hustle on the courts
Best episode yet, Steven Adams is such a classic bloke
One of the funniest episodes so far lmao just a naturally funny dude
I'm glad hes having interviews like this - it's so nice hearing from someone in the league like him
gotta get him back for another podcast
Gotta love Steven’s way of seeing life
Lmao "I was just there for the free food and talking to the GMs".
One of my favorite podcast interviews Love Steven Adams
The interview we've all been waiting for
This man is too chill I love it
I love Steven adams vocabulary okc legend 😂
Oh my GOD, I will be late to work today!
Steven Adams might just be the coolest person ever
The Atmosphere in this podcast is great, 12hr shift and lots of downtime.
One of the best OKC plays last season planned
Adams: Just go far and I’ll throw it
Schroeder: Ayt bet
Best one by far for me
Great interview
Steven Adams dropped his name into the NBA draft for the free food hahahah. He's a legend
“Free workout shirts” was classic.
What about the good hotels "mate" :D
and was the 12th pick lol
Said he still got the freebies at home and I believe the man 😂😂 legend
He had no expectations or cared if he got drafted or not 😂
No offense but it is so refreshing to get a non American take on the nba and basketball and life. What a guy. He’s just eating the whole time.. 😂
Everyone was crying in the bubble he was like *this is a resort mate, we just playing ball it isn't a 3rd world country*
He has to eat otherwise he will be looking like durant in a couple of months haha
@@ryu-ken there’s no way you can hate on Steven Adams. He’s like Aquaman mixed with Goku mixed with Steve irwin
I'm from Steve Adams hometown of WELLINGTON (CITY) NEW ZEALAND, were just layed back easy-going kiwis (NEW ZEALANDER) LOVE IT!!!.. How his nature and humor is is EXACTLY how us kiwis are.Great job Bro!!
@@nitakanara8836 As a proud Swiss, I must admit that New Zealand is the only other country I can see myself living in. And Wellington was fabulous.
I love how he refers to the players as “the boys”
That is pure Rugby
thats what we refer to literally everyone
That's an NZ and Aussie term for friends.
Wrestling too I think
Full send
The culture shock of Steven Adams disconnect from the fame culture in the NBA and the US, in general, made JJ introspective on his whole life lol.
So true
Jj never looked so deep into himself
Basically a frat bro talking to a Midwestern farmer..it should make jj question his existence
Yup. It's about what do you truly value. Most Kiwis value the simple life compared to most Americans. That's why we're so laid back.
glad someone else recognized this
@@salotesua9480 America's a pretty big country. Plenty of Americans value a simple life. Lol. But if you're judging the entire country off of media that's an unrealistic view of most of America.
Steven adams is a national treasure in NZ and is loved in Aus too. Much respect for getting this gem on the pod
Do Australians consider him a national treasure? Because he literally has nothing to do with them😅
One thing I'm sick of tho is how the NZ media slander him for not playing for the Tall Blacks in big tournaments. Like big Steve hasn't done enough already with his camps. NZBB gave no f*cks about him when he was younger but suddenly wanna cry cause he wants to focus on the NBA.
@@nathantaurere8255 I'm Australian and I don't. Though judging from this comments section, Atlateans do consider him a national treasure.
@@nathantaurere8255 It is a well known fact that us Australian's steal successful kiwi's, usually because they succeed here first. All that being said, he is awesome and kiwi's are our cousins anyway, ANZAC ;)
National treasure for Australia? Doubt it.
Jj reddick: I’m scared of becoming irrelevant when I’m retired. You know what I mean bro?
Steven Adams: that’s a you problem mate.
and then a cut.. to avoid 3 minutes of ackwardness
@@ruebs 😂
This is why some shows don’t release full length episodes, only in snippets 😂
Bro in what minute?
@@sittinonthegodamcornerdoindope 52:00
Steven Adams lives life like how everyone should. Work hard with no expectations and good things will happen
He seems a really cool dude. Humble and hard working guy
Well put!!
Except he’s 7 feet tall
@@TraitsofGreatness but you can tell from his attitude about education that he would have been successful anyway
No doubt!
I would never be able to keep a straight face around this guy. I think he’s one of those people who is just naturally funny and doesn’t even know it
...or, he does know he's funny, and he's trying to see if you catch his quips. I love people like that. They're always joking, but nobody realizes
You Call That a Knife? Fr bro
The goat of unintentional comedy
He knows its a kiwi thing for sure.
After basketball, Stand Up Comedy
I never thought Steven adams would be on a podcast of any sort, I gotta see this
Check out the zach Lowe one
I did because he is funny
Steven Adam’s is one of those players I could just listen to all day, he’s just so real and doesn’t care about his celebrity at all
Same. He inspires me to just be myself
Any one here remembers a beardless young steven adams who's just new to the NBA?
dude is somehow only 27🤦🏾♂️
steven adams and nick collison almost look similar cause of clean look lol
I remember him at Pitt.
Yhup.. Rookie year.. Clean..
Yeah when Vince Carter elbowed him in the face and dude didn't even flinch lol.
Steven talking about his draft process had me dead😭😂
Not even 20 seconds into the interview and Steven is already eating. Gotta love the guy.
Miss him being a Thunder, but hope he does well with New Orleans.
He's doing well......not in new Orleans. In Memphis.
Man Adams is so grounded that you can see jj thinking like am I that superficial?.. and jj I already pretty down to earth himself
💯
The cultures are so different.
America is driven by all that jj said. You cant recognize how you are while you're in it. Especially if it's all you've ever known. You'll only know when an outsider looking in tells you about the difference in psyche, or you step out and see for yourself.
@@salotesua9480 I agree for the most part, but if you allow yourself to be truly be emphatic to others, you can at least acknowledge your own privileges and realize how the things you think are important really isn’t in the overall scope of life.
U can tell jj n Adam’s in the same hotel different rooms
Nice curtains, eh?
They're teammates, they're at the same hotel.
I'm not a detective but you might be right
@ScAnDeLeZ L
JJ's like..I'm your teammate but I'm only now learning about you.
Alternative title: Steven Adams life coaches JJ Reddick through mid life crisis. "Just calm down mate, don't worry about things that are out of your control."
☠️☠️😭😭
Haha! Spot on!
Funny personal story I have with Steven Adams. Kind of a long one but you’ll enjoy it, I promise.
I’ve lived in OKC my entire life, and have been a Thunder fan since the franchise moved from Seattle. Adams was a family favorite of ours, and when my brother got married I wanted to get him and my sister in law a gift that actually meant something. So I went to a Thunder game with an Adams jersey, and I ran down to court side the second they opened the doors. After Steven was done with his shoot around he walked towards the tunnels and stopped to sign autographs, there was probably 50 people there waiting, and he signed and took pictures with people and especially all the kids. He would chat and was just being sweet, super nice, and a genuine guy. Well after waiting a bit, it seemed I wasn’t going to get my jersey signed. he had skipped over me to sign for my of the children, I wasn’t mad about that at all but figured I had to try one last time to get is autograph. He started down the tunnel to the locker room, giving waves goodbye and I yelled out “Wait Steven! Please sign this jersey for my brothers wedding present, you are our favorite!”
He stopped, turned around with a smile and said “what did you say?” I repeated myself and he took the jersey from my hand and signed it, laughing as he did so. As he handed it back to me, he said “Should have got him a better present, mate” gave me a Pat on the shoulder, and walked to the locker room. I got the jersey framed and gave it to my brother the night before his wedding, and shared the story with him. Now, it’s hanging in his living room, and my brother tells that story anytime someone asks about that Steven Adams jersey.
Steven is a real class act, an awesome competitor, an incredible athlete with some of the best work ethic In the league. He may not fill the stat sheet every night, but he leaves his effect on the game his own way, fighting for every rebound, setting the hardest screens in the NBA, and just being a fighter every single game. That is why he is a fan favorite, and always will be in OKC. I’ll root for Steven no matter where he goes in the future, and want nothing but the best for him.
Coolest story ever. 😊
This is lovely.
That's the best, makes the gift worth so much more. SA has that real non-American hard work ethic that I envy. Same as when things get physical on the court, he just keeps his head up and doesn't let it get to him. I can't help wanting to see him do well.
What a great story ... and his response sounds very Steve-O. One of my favorite players ever.
Awesome story, thank you for the share Kia Kaha!!
this dude really just went w the flow, no plans just vibes, and ended up in the nba lmao
It helps that he’s 6’11 lol
If I was 6.11 and just cruised through life, I’d be a bum probably
@@monkeyd6716hey man, try and have a little more confidence in yourself would ya? If you ever make it to 6’11” you can do this, I believe I’ve you
This has been my favorite podcast ever. Steve Adams is. the. fuckin. man.
The man the myth the legend himself , aquaman
LETS GO! Everyone likes Steven Adams
@@TheFastBreakNBA2 facts , easily one of my favorite players in the nba
Steven Adams was my favourite episode yet. Please have this guy back sometime soon !!!
The most absolute most humbled and wholesome Kiwi to ever set foot in the states man... not just OKC/Ok loves ya Steven, all of America loves ya m8!!! ❤️
Steven adams says nba players need to stop being so idolized and jj responds hes not ready to not be important hahahahaha. These two are polar opposites
Polar opposites but also 2 different paths, JJ was a MCDONALD'S All American that happened to win MVP that game with decent class and then go to Duke. He's always been Basketball centric.
@@waynebuckley3088 One is full of himself and the other is a chill dude who realizes just cause you're in the nba doesnt make you important...
@@ScoopdyWhoop it always amazes me when society holds athletes and actors in higher prestige than scientists, doctors, firemen and nurses.
You can tell they're a lot different. The American white, and the foreign white seem to differ more than expected.
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Man, Steven doesn't realize how good he is. Nobody can guard you dog, go get some buckets 😭😭
Bro 😭
he has stone hands and is only a threat from within 6 feet
@@HealthyCigarette864 hello?? His hands are soft as hell and his midrange game is wet. He's made every three he's taken in the league
@@HealthyCigarette864 he has a soft touch and has a nice floater. His Value however comes from being the offensive rebounder in the league , setting some of the best screens in the league, and just being a solid overall starting center
Steven pretends to be simple while he is actually extremely deep in this thinking eheh.
"I assume you're naturally a bigger guy" understatement of the year from JJ talking about a 7 footer
I think he was referring to the undersized 7-footers that get pushed around by guys like Steven and Embid
Font think he's talking about his height , when he refers to his 250pounds
Absolutely love this man. The day he called out the rest of the NBA for complaining about being locked down in a resort was the best thing I've seen. The most humble, down to earth player in the NBA by farrrrrrrr.
same. not saying it was easy on them but i was stuck in my home for three ish months and while its nice, it sure aint no resort. no swimming pool or other things for me to do/relax mentally. living off of mostly canned and long lasting food (ramen) while literally not making a single cent for the first six months of 2020.
these players live a different life and we cant expect everyone to view things the same way but at some point its too much. if they said "obviously its not easy not seeing ur family, but it could be worse, like we r at a resort" then i can accept the moaning/negativity toward things.
like i havent seen my family in three years cuz of covid and i aint crying about it, but these dudes were constantly complaining and its like, shut the hell up. and im usually one to defend these guys and how they spend their money (cuz u know, its theirs and not ours) or how they view things cuz we simply dont live the same life. but yeah, their attitude in the bubble was just too much.
gannis
This place is fine. We got rides, good accomodation, free food. Warm beds. Paid heaps. We are so Lucky as NBA players. Great life living the dream
Sensational from Adams. Shouldn't be complaining.
Bro im not a thunder fan or a pels fan but i love steven adams listening to this pod. He has such a great vibe i remember CP saying that about him.
My new life goal is to have a conversation with Steven about soil
oh, man, Steven Adams can join Ernie and the TNT crew anytime. fulltime. he has the soul, charisma, and the humor for it.
Awesome idea 💡 I hope it happens
Replace shaq
@@Buttington_Headerson was gonna say the same damn thing
@@Buttington_Headerson I was gonna say the same damn thing as well
Yes!
JJ: "Averaged 6/6 and a lottery pick"
Steve: "That was the Athony Bennet draft *cough cough*
LMAO
Dude is so chill he just eats during the entire podcast lol. So relaxed
Jj didn't ask him what its like having 17 brothers and sisters
or having an olympic gold medal winning sister.
"Christmas with a disclaimer, that's one hell of a draft mate" I'm crying
super humble guy
Love the shout out to mika, what a legend of nz basketball
Agreed that was awesome. Mika Vukona played his heart out.
Dude is like the rus of nbl
Just saw this now. Amazing man
Aquaman is known as the nicest guy from all his peers, now I see why! Great interview JJ!
It’s not just nice. Being too “nice” can come off corny and inauthentic.
He’s legitimately KIND. And has an impeccable ability to connect with people in a humble and grounded manner which makes him a joy to be around
I was going to college in Oklahoma at the time, and this woman (I believe a law student) started a campaign to get him to agree to be her prom date haha
@@NadirOnTheGoBangla did it work?
@@AR-io8fv exactly people use that word way too much. Kindness always prevails
@@NadirOnTheGoBangla I actually remember that, she seemed really nice too.
I got to cook for Steven Adams when he was with okc totally awsomne guy he was a regular at our shop
The pod I've been waiting for.. Kiwi! Aquaman! One of the nicest guys in the nba..
LKW you tuh ayoool
Steven Talking about Russ and Those OKC teams was Great . Best of Luck in NOLA
This conversation makes me further realize how toxic American culture is; so much emphasis placed on material possessions and the pressures of looking/acting a certain way. I would love to live in New Zealand, but from what I understand, it’s one of the most difficult countries to move to.
Epitome of come in, does his job and go home
I'd love to see Steven Adams come back now that he's been playing in Memphis, even if it's only a 30-45 minute interview.
JJ's freak out is going to be like Tom Cruis from Jerry Maguire after he gets fired.
Love just how Adams is having a feed while doing the podcast. What a mad dawg.
I've never clicked on a video so fast! Steven is a lej
Facts
This is one of the best interviews ever from a professional athlete. Steven is a one of a kind dude! JJ’s questions are excellent !
I want to know who the 2 people are that disliked this. Then I want to fight them
I just want to know why - it's so baffling. All I can think of is maybe there are a few people who are still mad at JJ from his Duke days and they've dedicated their lives to trolling him.
Humility is underrated in this world
I can already tell this is going to be one of the best interviews yet, Adams is a legend
“Yeah bro”
Bro
Bro
Bro
Bro
Bro
I religiously watch old man and the three and hands down this is my favorite episode. I've always loved Steven Adams as a personality (ok as a player) but now I'm getting his jersey just because he's the bro.
When he first moved to OKC after the draft, he lived right across the street from my grandparents in Edmond. I never had the opportunity to meet him, but being neighbors he and they crossed paths a few times. He was a big kid, like I think he’s just under a month older than me, but was super humble and polite with my grandparents. I know he came over for dinner with them a few times, and my grandmother spoke so highly of him. They were instant Thunder fans watching every game to root for their new grandson. I’ve got the craziest pic saved in like 5 different places so I’ll never lose it of Steven standing next to Grammy who is at best 5’5” wearing his jersey. Once he got his first extension and pay bump he moved to a nicer neighborhood, but let them know and said goodbye. 1000% class act. Idc what team he plays for, to make time for a couple nearly 90yr olds who know nothing about basketball is just plain awesome. Much love Steven
Thats an awesome story
When I grew up in NZ that neighbourly love /respect was common,so I'm not surprised he is the person he is. I haven't lived there for 27 years but most fellow kiwi's I come across since moving away I can instantly start talking to them like I've known them my whole life.
This makes me laugh when he mentioned the talent in NZ was trash because I played against Adams two years in a row in the finals and his team absolutely dominated us both years. Wasn't even close haha
Hawkes Bay?
@@bronsontehau722 Nah bro, When he was playing for Scott's College here in Wellington.
@@Kreetoh I thought you May have played for HB .I watched that u19 finals in wellys, chuur bro
@@bronsontehau722 I remember that one. If you go on his personal fb page and look at his first profile picture it's of him dunking on us at Te Rauparaha Arena in Wellington haha. Chur brother
Hahaha sounds fun bro
How were the games over there?
I love that he just accidentally was a lottery pick and got a $100 million contract 🤣 man's so humble.
Adams is a total class act. Much love from OKC!! 🧡🌩💙
Watching him grow from a young prospect to a bearded Tongan badass was such a great experience. Plus, when he hit the scene he replaced Kendrick Perkins in our lineup so thank God for that! 😅
Any interview with Steven Adams is an absolute treat. This guy is an amazing human being.
Everyone will come to this video, just because of how likeable he is as a person and a player. Great pick for this episode.
Guys, Taiwanese here. Just to clarify something Steven said about the fermented egg he had in Taiwan. Not everyone here is a fan of the fermented egg. For those who don't mind the fermented egg, it's not like they eat it everyday either. Hope that clears things up :)
Cheers mate,
I feel like Steven was trying to be as nice as possible saying that it wasn't for him either 😂😂
@@PepeAgain1025 He's not alone. Fermented egg is one of those things that you either like it or you hate it and even the local share the same sentiment. For those who are interested, fermented egg in TW generally is made with duck egg. Once fermented, the egg shell turned grey and egg white turned dark translucent (sorta like amber) and yolk turned black goo. The yolk is what turn off most people because it's got quite a distinct and strong smell to it.
Additionally, some eat it alone and most people eat it with tofu and soy sauce. Tofu + fermented egg + soy sauce and green onion on top is the most common combo.
Dude.. New Zealand has Kānga pirau, Tero tero, Marmite.... all acquired tastes... list goes on
Steve undersells the importance of his simplification mindset. Thats typical of NZ self depricating humour. But alot of what he is talking about is highlevel leadership and decision making processes in stressful and complex environments.
Love JJ asking Steven questions, then struggling not to crack up at his response
This guy should be a all star atleast once in his career.
Russ got in the way of his full potential
@@battyboifided6629 u don’t watch basketball
@@milesepley8400 he reads Instagram comments tho!
@@brandons4262 hahahaha straight fax that guy must love the media lol
Adams don't want it lol, cuts into his break time🤣
Next up Joe Ingles... Get the aussie on the pod... or Jeremy Lin..
JJ has had Joe Ingles on his various podcast incarnations a couple of times already. I wouldn't be opposed to few more, though - he was really fun.
Such an awesome person. His casual manner almost let's the dimes of knowledge hes dropping wash over you, really intelligent guy. Proud to see a true New Zealander and kiwi attitude on the world stage.
Steven's energy is legendary
Steven Adams is like the team therapist bro! Dude helps people slow down and simplify their lives. Loving this interview!
This is by far the coolest MFer in the NBA! So chilled, nothing phases him and such a calm guy! Love this dude so much!
So proud of the uso Steven repping for all of us islanders back in New Zealand!!! Malo toko!!!
9:13 Can we end the myth that the NCAA or any of these universities are doing players a favor?
If the players aren’t actually learning anything in the classroom what value does college have to athletes?
The NCAA business model is broken. It only serves them and the leadership of the schools.
Please interview him again. Steven Adams is hilarious
Man i love adams. as a neighbour australian i must say i have been to NZ 5 times and it's my favourite country to visit. the people and culture are so beautiful. i love my new zealanders
Cheers mate I've been to Aus 7 time's Goldie,love Aus best holiday place for me,
Yoooo if Steven Adams was a mood this is it! I love it! 💯😂😂
*everyone*
Omg this year is so hard
*steven*
We're getting played millions playing a game mate. This isn't a 3rd world country
“I’m tryna get a part of the culture bro” 😭😭
Steven Adams is one of the funniest, most genuine and likable people in the NBA. He is a great player, and an even better teammate.
Feels like he’s talking to us like we are one of “the boys”
Joe ingles plz.
Comedic
Stories
PG vs Joe questions
Best start this season
Last season almost did it
So many great conversations could be asked
I agree
I need someone to keep a running total of how many times Steven Adams said "bro" during this.
Kiwis say bro more than Australians say mate
@@nedkelly5688 That's not too far off the truth
CHUR BROOOOOUUUU
As a lifelong OKC resident, and Thunder fan from the beginning, Steven Adams is really the only player who truly saddened me to leave the team. Russ was sad but I understood. Durant, well Durant. Adams though, it still hurts seeing him in a Pelicans jersey.
I'm feeling so bad for the OKC fans this season. That team was so fun to root for, and now they're gone. I'm sure it will all pay off in the future, but it must be weird to have a team that's in limbo now.
Im a Nuggets fan and even I was sad to see him leave OKC. He's such a unique and interesting person and is a good basketball player. Can't not love the guy.
What about Cameron Payne?
@@PetulaDarling yes it is
1 yr on and hes k8lling it
I love how chill he is about his early days in basketball: "Got into a coach's workout for five years, ended up being okay, talented, got lucky with the scholarship and now I'm here."
It still blows my mind that he averaged 6 and 6, dropped his name in the draft for the hell of it, and was the 12th overall pick. Lol amazing
Guys Steven Adams is definitely downplaying a lot of it which something us New Zealanders/Australians have a habit of doing. He went to high school and worked hard to keep up with schoolwork and went to training before and after school hours along with juggling homework/extra tutoring with no biological parents left to look after him