What It Takes: A Nike Basketball Podcast

Jacques and Bree speak with Mike Mancias, trainer to the NBA elite, about his inside perspective on training, what it takes to keep an athlete in peak condition during the postseason, and how an athlete's mental training is just as important as their physical training.

The Finals are in full swing and Jacques and Bree sit down with NBA champion + 4-time All-Star, Shawn Marion, to talk about his career, his love of sneakers, and who he thinks will win it all in the 2019 Finals. We also have stand-up comedian, director, and co-creator of the Chapelle show, Neal Brennan! Neal talks with Jacques and Bree about his love of basketball, his experience in directing high profile athletes, and (you know it) "Game Blouses".

Jacques and Bree interview Damon Stoudamire, longtime NBA athlete, current NCAA coach, and former member of the Toronto Raptors. Damon speaks about what it was like to be the first draft pick ever for Toronto, being Rookie of the Year, his personal experience with the postseason, and what brought him to transition from player to coach. Jacques and Bree also go over their Finals picks with a little extra competition and The What It Takes team has some more chances to win some cool gear so make sure you stay tuned.

Jacques and Bree chat with John Elliott, elite streetwear and footwear designer, about his collaborations with Nike, his journey to being a shop owner, his advice for young creatives who are looking to get ahead in the game, and what it's like to design shoes for the best of the best.

Jacques and Bree speak to WNBA legend, Sue Bird, about her career, her leadership on and off the court, her inspiration, and her perspective on supporting women in the industry. Game picks are reviewed and the Adapt BB design team stops by the studio to chat footwear design and the merging of cutting edge tech and modern design in one shoe. The What It Takes team also has more chances for Nike Plus members to take home some exclusive gear, so stay tuned for the whole episode.

Jacques and Bree talk to WNBA legend Sheryl Swoopes about her career, what it was like to the be the first female athlete with a Nike signature shoe, her insights on the game, and her playoffs picks. J + B cover their own playoffs predictions and tally up points going into round two, and speak with owner and creative director of Fear of God, Jerry Lorenzo, about his upcoming Nike collaboration, his thoughts on basketball culture and his journey into the fashion industry.

Jacques and Bree talk with Don C, streetwear design legend, about his insights on the industry, his collaboration on the KD12, his journey from music to streetwear design, his love of the game, and where he thinks streetwear culture is headed.

Jacques and Bree sit down with NBA legend Jason Kidd to talk about versatility in the postseason and Jason shares his personal experience with the playoffs as a coach and as a player. Jacques and Bree go over week 3's games, make some predictions for the series (with a little friendly competition), and talk about the new Nike By You PE's.

Jacques and Bree sit down with the Kyrie footwear design team and talk all things sneakers. Kyrie Irving is known for having some of the most interesting footwear on the court and this is the design team that makes that magic happen. Listen in to the full conversation as Jacques, Bree, and the footwear design team dive into the process behind designing shoes for an NBA legend.

Our hosts Jacques Slade and Briana Green speak to the legendary Gary Payton about his career, his inside insights on the postseason, and trash-talking in the NBA. We review what exciting storylines are developing in the playoffs this week, have the Kyrie footwear design team in the studio to talk all things sneakers with us, and share some important details on how NikePlus members can unlock some dope gear...game worn Kyrie's anyone?