3on3 Hoops Pod

Kevin Roberts & Coach Jarryd Dent

Welcome to the 3on3 Hoops Pod — the voice of 3on3 basketball and the secret sauce to player development. Hosted by Coach Kevin Roberts (3on3 Live) and Coach J (ScoreHoops 3on3), this podcast explores how small-sided basketball is transforming the game from the ground up. We break down why 3on3 basketball is such a powerful tool for player growth — building basketball IQ, confidence, and leadership faster than traditional formats. Whether you're a coach looking for fresh ways to train, a parent exploring better options for your athlete, or a player chasing the next level, you'll find insight, inspiration, and actionable takeaways in every episode. We cover: How to incorporate 3on3 into your practices and programsThe science behind small-sided playReal stories of player transformationInterviews with 3on3 leaders, coaches, and innovatorsUpdates on FIBA 3x3, BIG3, and the 3on3 movement Join the 3on3 Hoops Nation and be part of a growing community reimagining player development. New episodes every Tuesday. Listen, subscribe, and let’s grow the game!

Episodes

  1. They Gave Him 3 Practices. He Won FIBA MVP Anyway. | Caden Pierce | USA 3x3

    10 Apr

    They Gave Him 3 Practices. He Won FIBA MVP Anyway. | Caden Pierce | USA 3x3

    What does it actually take to compete in 3x3 basketball at the highest level? In this episode, we sit down with Caden Pierce — Ivy League Player of the Year at Princeton, USA Men's 3x3 National Team member, and MVP of the 2026 FIBA 3x3 Champions Cup — where he helped lead Team USA to gold. Caden breaks down the steep learning curve of transitioning from high-level 5-on-5 into FIBA 3x3, what actually gets exposed on the 3x3 floor, and how the Princeton system prepared him better than he ever expected. We get into the physicality, the 12-second shot clock, why IQ matters more than skill, and what separates elite 3x3 players from everyone else. We also talk about: - Why 3x3 is NOT what Americans think it is - The biggest mistakes players make on the 3x3 court - His MVP performance at the Champions Cup and the moment things clicked - The top teams in the world right now (Netherlands, Serbia, and beyond) - Why the 2028 LA Olympics could be a turning point for 3x3 in the U.S. - Whether Wembanyama would be a great 3x3 player 👀 Whether you're a player, coach, or parent, this conversation is a masterclass on what real player development looks like through the lens of 3x3. 🏀 Subscribe and join the 3on3 Hoops Nation-  3on3hoopsnation.com Follow the show https://www.instagram.com/3on3hoopspod/ Follow Caden Pierce https://www.instagram.com/cadenpierce_3/ Follow 3on3 Live (Coach Kevin) https://www.instagram.com/3on3live/ Follow Scorehoops 3on3 (Coach J) https://www.instagram.com/scorehoops3on3/ Send us Fan Mail Support the show

    41 min

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Welcome to the 3on3 Hoops Pod — the voice of 3on3 basketball and the secret sauce to player development. Hosted by Coach Kevin Roberts (3on3 Live) and Coach J (ScoreHoops 3on3), this podcast explores how small-sided basketball is transforming the game from the ground up. We break down why 3on3 basketball is such a powerful tool for player growth — building basketball IQ, confidence, and leadership faster than traditional formats. Whether you're a coach looking for fresh ways to train, a parent exploring better options for your athlete, or a player chasing the next level, you'll find insight, inspiration, and actionable takeaways in every episode. We cover: How to incorporate 3on3 into your practices and programsThe science behind small-sided playReal stories of player transformationInterviews with 3on3 leaders, coaches, and innovatorsUpdates on FIBA 3x3, BIG3, and the 3on3 movement Join the 3on3 Hoops Nation and be part of a growing community reimagining player development. New episodes every Tuesday. Listen, subscribe, and let’s grow the game!