Many LA Clippers fans are aware that Patrick Beverley is one of the most prominent basketball players in the media sphere in 2024. Hosting his own podcast, the Pat Bev Pod, Beverley frequently takes to the mic to share his unique experiences and perspectives as an NBA player.
On a recent episode, he had on current Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton to discuss hoops. One of the more interesting topics the two went over was communication between teammates, and how communication styles must always change based on the person being talked to.
"If I'm on a team with Pat, I can cuss him out, he can cuss me out," said Sexton. "But with certain guys, you gotta, 'hey, come on now. I got you,' it's a different appraoch." Beverley echoed this statement, citing his days with the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Pat Bev communicated with George differently
"The way I talked to Ant (Edwards) wasn't the same way I talked to KAT," said Pat. "The way I talked to Jaden McDaniels ... wasn't the same way I talked to ... some people just take information different."
He went on to use Paul George as an example, calling back to his days with the Clippers. Beverley explained that when he would talk to PG, he would use harsh language less frequently, knowing that George did not respond to it. "It ain't, 'aye PG, make some (expletive) shots, bro. Hold your (expletive) form, be disciplined.'"
Instead, Pat always opted for an encouraging form of rebuking when it came to George. "I go to PG ... 'Aye P, you missed, man, but that s--- looked good, it was in and out.' My approach is different."
Many Clippers fans will be less than surprised to hear this from Beverley. He has always had the reputation of a fiery guy on the court, but statements like this make his intelligence clear as well. As for Paul George, we have long known him as the type of player to react well to positive reinforcement.