Steve Nash: podcast appearances and interviews

Stephen John Nash, born on February 7, 1974, is a Canadian former professional basketball player and coach. He played 18 seasons in the National Basketball Association (NBA) and is recognized as one of the top players in NBA history in career three-point shooting, free-throw shooting, total assists, and assists per game. Nash was an eight-time All-Star, a seven-time All-NBA selection, and a two-time NBA Most Valuable Player. He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2018. Nash's basketball journey began in British Columbia, where he played multiple sports during his youth and achieved a successful high school basketball career. He attended Santa Clara University in California, earning recognition as the West Coast Conference Player of the Year twice and finishing his college career as the school's all-time leader in assists. Drafted 15th overall by the Phoenix Suns in 1996, Nash initially struggled but was traded to the Dallas Mavericks in 1998. His career flourished with the Mavericks, leading to his first NBA All-Star appearance and an All-NBA selection. Following his return to the Suns in 2004, Nash led the team to the Western Conference finals and achieved consecutive MVP awards. Beyond his playing career, Nash has contributed to philanthropic causes, was named one of Time's 100 most influential people in 2006, and was appointed to the Order of Canada. He has also been involved with Major League Soccer as a co-owner of Vancouver Whitecaps FC and served as general manager of the Canadian men's national basketball team. In 2021, Nash was named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team.