Hour 3 starts with a discussion about the Warriors' turnaround, with a focus on Steph Curry's incredible performances and the team's young star, Yaxel Lendeborg. John dives into the implications of Yaxel's emergence as a key player and how it might affect the team's future. They also touch on the NBA's current state, including the injuries that are affecting several teams and the impressive performances of some of the league's rookies.

The episode also features a chat with Sam Amick, a senior NBA writer for The Athletic, who shares his insights on the current season and its trends. They discuss the impact of injuries on teams like OKC and Minnesota, and the surprising performances of teams like Memphis and Portland.