What happened: Mike Macdonald and Mitch Johnson exchange leadership tips in Tuesday's episode. Their conversation also turns to Victor Wembanyama.
Why it matters: The Seattle Seahawks enter the preseason as reigning Super Bowl champions. The San Antonio Spurs reached the 2026 NBA Finals, giving the coaches two recent team-building runs to compare.
By the numbers: Seattle's Hard Knocks season is scheduled for five episodes.
What to watch: Seattle's preseason schedule will provide the next on-field test of Macdonald's approach.