Breanna Stewart is joined by viral volleyball star Jordan Lucas for a conversation about sports, identity, and handling life in the spotlight.

Jordan opens up about growing up in a basketball family, his rapid rise as the biggest star in men’s college volleyball, and what it’s been like navigating viral fame. The two also talk about Jordan attending a New York Liberty game, and Jordan’s experience being embraced as an openly LGBTQ+ athlete.

Plus, Jordan teaches Stewie how to celebrate her next big moment on the court, and reveals that he’ll be returning to college volleyball next season... though he still isn’t sure where he’ll be playing.

Breanna Stewart is joined by viral volleyball star Jordan Lucas for a conversation about sports, identity, and handling life in the spotlight.
Jordan opens up about growing up in a basketball family, his rapid rise as the biggest star in men&rsquo;s college volleyball, and what it&rsquo;s been like navigating viral fame. The two also talk about Jordan attending a New York Liberty game, and Jordan&rsquo;s experience being embraced as an openly LGBTQ+ athlete.
Plus, Jordan teaches Stewie how to celebrate her next big moment on the court, and reveals that he&rsquo;ll be returning to college volleyball next season... though he still isn&rsquo;t sure where he&rsquo;ll be playing.

Two active pro hoopers at the highest level, Breanna Stewart and Myles Turner, talk basketball, culture, and everything in between. Where WNBA and NBA worlds meet, and you get the inside story from two of the most thoughtful and well-rounded players in the game.

Two active pro hoopers at the highest level, Breanna Stewart and Myles Turner, talk basketball, culture, and everything in between. Where WNBA and NBA worlds meet, and you get the inside story from two of the most thoughtful and well-rounded players in the game.

Game Recognize Game with Stewie and Myles

Bonus Episode: Jordan Lucas on Viral Fame, LGBTQ+ Acceptance & His Future

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Breanna Stewart and Myles Turner break down the NBA Conference Finals, including what it’s really like to play a playoff series inside Madison Square Garden against the New York Knicks and why the Thunder should be very careful about an angry Victor Wembanyama.

The two also dive into why international players continue to dominate the MVP voting, what’s going wrong in American youth basketball development, and how basketball culture differs around the world. Stewie explains why she didn’t buy gifts for her teammates after winning the WNBA MVP, and Myles shares stories about giving back to his hometown and why that responsibility matters to him.

Plus, another edition of Stewie’s Parent Corner!

Breanna Stewart and Myles Turner break down the NBA Conference Finals, including what it&rsquo;s really like to play a playoff series inside Madison Square Garden against the New York Knicks and why the Thunder should be very careful about an angry Victor Wembanyama.
The two also dive into why international players continue to dominate the MVP voting, what&rsquo;s going wrong in American youth basketball development, and how basketball culture differs around the world. Stewie explains why she didn&rsquo;t buy gifts for her teammates after winning the WNBA MVP, and Myles shares stories about giving back to his hometown and why that responsibility matters to him.
Plus, another edition of Stewie&rsquo;s Parent Corner!

Playoffs at MSG, Why the NBA Should be Scared of Wemby & MVP Gifts!

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Breanna Stewart and Myles Turner talk about the biggest topics in basketball, and this week that starts with officiating. How should the game balance physical play while keeping things under control. Which superstar never flops, why Wemby not getting suspended is a huge risk, and the pitfalls of making it personal with a referee. 

Stewie and Myles discuss fines, how some team have them and other don't. They get into the most talented player who didn't make it in the NBA, and why you shouldn't get too excited about your teams draft picks because there is much more to a successful pro career than talent alone. 

Breanna Stewart and Myles Turner talk about the biggest topics in basketball, and this week that starts with officiating. How should the game balance physical play while keeping things under control. Which superstar never flops, why Wemby not getting suspended is a huge risk, and the pitfalls of making it personal with a referee.&nbsp;
Stewie and Myles discuss fines, how some team have them and other don't. They get into the most talented player who didn't make it in the NBA, and why you shouldn't get too excited about your teams draft picks because there is much more to a successful pro career than talent alone.&nbsp;

Stewie and Myles on Referees, Flopping, Fines & Wasted Talent

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Dereck Lively II joins Breanna Stewart and Myles Turner for a open conversation on basketball, growth, and life off the court. They discuss the best big men still alive in the playoffs, Joel Embiid's resurgence and Dereck's Sixers fandom.

Lively reflects on the powerful role his mother played in shaping both his game and his mindset, and shares the moment he realized he truly had “game.” He also tells a behind the scenes story about his Mavs teammate and NBA Rookie of the Year, Cooper Flagg, that led to Cooper getting kicked out of his seat on the team plane.

The group dives into Lively’s recovery from foot surgery, detailing the mental and physical challenges of rehab and how building Lego has helped him stay locked in and even sharpen his focus and coordination on the court.

They close with a debate over the best Philly cheesesteaks in both Dallas and Philadelphia, plus some real talk as Lively opens up about fatherhood and what he’s learning along the way.

Dereck Lively II joins Breanna Stewart and Myles Turner for a open conversation on basketball, growth, and life off the court. They discuss the best big men still alive in the playoffs, Joel Embiid's resurgence and Dereck's Sixers fandom.
Lively reflects on the powerful role his mother played in shaping both his game and his mindset, and shares the moment he realized he truly had &ldquo;game.&rdquo; He also tells a behind the scenes story about his Mavs teammate and NBA Rookie of the Year, Cooper Flagg, that led to Cooper getting kicked out of his seat on the team plane.
The group dives into Lively&rsquo;s recovery from foot surgery, detailing the mental and physical challenges of rehab and how building Lego has helped him stay locked in and even sharpen his focus and coordination on the court.
They close with a debate over the best Philly cheesesteaks in both Dallas and Philadelphia, plus some real talk as Lively opens up about fatherhood and what he&rsquo;s learning along the way.

Best Bigs in Playoffs, Off-Court Cooper Flagg & Lego Talk with Dereck Lively II

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Bonus Episode: Jordan Lucas on Viral Fame, LGBTQ+ Acceptance & His Future

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