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Learning Basketball
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Learn about NBA basketball and NBA Draft prospects from experts, scouts, analysts, writers, reporters, coaches, players, front office execs, and fans!
Every episode of Learning Basketball has the goal of teaching listeners something new about hoops as Host Ryan Kaminski @BeyondTheRK takes listeners behind the scenes to study teambuilding strategy, concepts on the floor, scouting draft prospects on the rise, covering teams around the NBA, and evaluating player development in the gym.
A podcast from Swish Theory. Follow @BeyondTheRK on YouTube + Twitter & Subscribe for FREE Substack Newsletter
Every episode of Learning Basketball has the goal of teaching listeners something new about hoops as Host Ryan Kaminski @BeyondTheRK takes listeners behind the scenes to study teambuilding strategy, concepts on the floor, scouting draft prospects on the rise, covering teams around the NBA, and evaluating player development in the gym.
A podcast from Swish Theory. Follow @BeyondTheRK on YouTube + Twitter & Subscribe for FREE Substack Newsletter
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Ep. 77 Learning Basketball with Zena Keita! @itszenakeitaZena Keita covers all things Golden State Basketball between the Warriors for NBC and the Valkyries for CBS as a TV Analyst. She also hosts two basketball podcasts (NBA Daily, No Offseason) with The Athletic NBA & WNBA.Timeline: 00:00 Introduction & Background to Zena Keita’s Journey in Basketball, Sports Media Advice, Breakthrough Career Moments05:00 The Golden State Valkyries Expansion Draft09:00 How to credit the Valkyries early success under the team building of GM Ohemaa Nyanin, team culture built by HC Natalie Nakase, leadership of Owner Joe Lacob, and second chance opportunity being taken on by the players18:00 The Consistency of Golden State Warriors Head Coach Steve Kerr's Coaching Philosophy and Impact Heading into Year 1225:00 Golden State Warriors' Franchise Outlook in the Jimmy Butler Era with another peak Steph season looming despite an uncertain future with Kuminga35:00 Top-5 Most Interesting 2025-26 NBA Storylines36:00 OKC Thunder's Dynasty Potential, how high of a ceiling does Bane give the Orlando Magic?39:00 Warriors' Two-Timeline Strategy, Kevin Durant Rockets Offensive Identity, Cooper Flagg Living Up To Hype vs Mavs Sleeping Giants43:00 How will the Luka LeBron Ayton Lakers surprise us this season? Are the Atlanta Hawks winning 50 games and a Top-4 seed? Can we finally trust the reloaded Clippers in the Playoffs? Is Giannis' Future in Milwaukee Secured?Full video and clips on youtube/twitter/spotify: @beyondtherk
Ep. 113 Learning Basketball with Charlie Cummings @klaytheist11 Charlie Cummings is an NBA Analyst with Swish Theory and Writer for DraftKings Network, Celtics Blog, and Warriors Invite covering the Golden State Warriors, Boston Celtics, and NBA at large.Today we learn about the 2026 NBA Trade Deadline, discuss why the tanking team's were the biggest buyers making the blockbuster splash trades, the logic behind the moves, the value of trade pieces, and team building logic keying in on three deals – Ivica Zubac to the Pacers, Anthony Davis to the Wizards, Jaren Jackson Jr. to the JazzTimeline:00:00 Introduction & Background02:00 NBA Trade Deadline Reactions05:00 Teams Fading The 2027 NBA Draft07:00 Team Building Strategies and Trade Value10:00 Wizards Risk Assessment Trading for Anthony Davis31:00 Pacers Risk Assessment Trading for Ivica Zubac 55:00 Jazz Risk Assessment Trading for Jaren Jackson Jr.01:20:00 Balancing Talent, Lineups, Skills, and Team Needs for Competitive Edge
Ep. 112 Learning Basketball with Spencer Davies @SpinDaviesSpencer Davies is a Cleveland Cavaliers Reporter for Clutch Points and Cavs Roundtable, a National NBA feature writer for RG media, an NBA Draft Writer for Babcock Hoops, and covers NBA at Run The ShowToday we learn about why the Cleveland Cavaliers traded Darius Garland for James Harden, Garland's potential vs Harden's immediate impact, how the Harden-Donovan Mitchell backcourt will work together, how the CP3-Harden-Dantoni Rockets factor in as proof of concept, how Harden's playmaking could put everyone in ideal roles, and how the Cavs created flexibility, shed salary, and improved today's roster with Harden's scoring creation and the added toughness of Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis at the NBA Trade Deadline.Timeline:00:00Introduction and Background of Spencer Davies01:10Darius Garland's Impact on the Cavs and Fans03:55The Trade Dynamics: Garland for Harden06:35Financial Flexibility and Team Strategy09:26Harden's Fit with the Cavs12:05Offensive and Defensive Considerations14:48Playoff Experience and Leadership17:29Conclusion and Future Outlook27:16Dynamic Duo: The Impact of Mitchell and Harden30:32Championship Aspirations: The Cavs' Bold Moves32:43Offensive Chemistry: Balancing Stars and Roles36:09Future Outlook: The Cavs' Path to the Finals38:44Assessing Competition: Who Can Challenge the Cavs?51:15The East's Evolution: A Competitive Landscape Ahead54:12Eastern Conference Dynamics55:06Parody in the NBA56:30Orlando Magic's Potential58:46Injuries and Team Identity01:00:39Winning Ugly: The Magic's Strategy01:02:01Cavs' Defensive Strategy01:05:48Cavs' Roster Changes and Impact01:09:29Schroeder's Role in the Cavs01:13:27Finding the Right Fit for the Cavs01:14:38Building Team Chemistry
Ep. 111 Learning Basketball with James Plowright @British_Buzz@SwishTheoryJames Plowright is a Freelance NBA Journalist currently working for@SBnation recently covering Magic-Grizzlies at NBA London, covering the Charlotte Hornets for the Buzz Beat Pod.Today we learn about the Hornets offense stinging the rest of the league for a #1 rating and winning record going on nearly two months; how did the Hornets turn the season around? How is Moussa Diabate the key that unlocks everything for this starting unit? Who is the primary option between Kon Knueppel, LaMelo Ball, and Brandon Miller? Which role players have made key contributions between Sion James, Collin Sexton, Tre Mann, Liam McNeeley? Who is Hornets best option as longterm starting center between Diabate and Kalkbrenner?Timestamps:00:00 Intro & Background1:00 Drafting All-Star Game Snub Lineups19:00 How did the Charlotte Hornets season turn around?27:00 Kon Knueppel’s Impact on the Offense + Who is the primary option between Knueppel, LaMelo Ball, and Brandon Miller?32:00 How Moussa Diabate entering the starting lineup changed everything 37:00 Highlighting Sion James defense, Collin Sexton scoring, second unit defense with Grant Williams and Josh Green, and potential of Liam McNeeley43:00 Lonzo Ball Trade Rumors47:00 Moussa Diabate Film Breakdown vs Wembanyama51:00 Can Hornets Sustaining Success into Playoffs?Watch/Listen to full episode of Learning Basketball on YouTube/Spotify/Apple
Ep. 110 Learning Basketball with Roger Galo @GaloMethodRoger Galo is a NBA Shot-Making & Offensive Efficiency Specialist and author of the upcoming book The Pursuit of the Perfect Shot.Today we learn about the science of shooting, how new methods of learning how to shoot could be on the frontier, what goes defining all the variables of shot making, what differentiates Steph’s shot from Klay’s form, what makes Jaren Jackson Jr. tough to guard, the mental aspect of shooting, what Lonzo Ball did to change his shot, how Desmond Bane’s Orlando Magic could address their shooting woes, why Maryland guard Darius Adams decided to alter his shooting mechanics, and preview Roger Galo’s new book, The Pursuit of the Perfect Shot.Timeline:00:00 Introduction & Backgrounds to The Galo Method03:00 The Science Behind Shot Making08:00 Identifying Variables in Shooting Mechanics11:00 Mindfulness in Practice15:00 NC State Wearable Technology in Shooting Improvement18:00 How Lonzo Ball Sped Up His Shot25:00 Revolutionizing Shooting Techniques34:00 Steph Vs. Klay vs. Jaren – Should Different Shot Types Require Different Shot Mechanics ? (Pull-Up, Movement, Catch-and-Shoot)39:00 The Mental Aspect of Shooting44:00 The Importance of Consistency in Shooting50:00 The Corner Three: A Unique Shot57:00 Desmond Bane & Orlando Magic Shooting1:09:00 New Book: The Pursuit of the Perfect Shot01:18:00 Darius Adams Developing Young Talent Watch & Listen on YouTube, Spotify, Apple!
Ep. 109 Learning Basketball with Ben Pfeifer @bjpf_Ben Pfeifer covers the NBA, NBA Draft, and Indiana Pacers for Sportscasting NBA and Swish TheoryToday we learn about Ben's draft grading film-based scouting process and detail the best guard class ever while drafting our Top-20 2026 NBA Draft GuardsTimestamps00:00 Introduction & Background03:00 Ben Pfeifer's Draft Scouting Process 05:00 Defining Winning Plays in Basketball08:00 Evaluating Defensive Impact in Draft Prospects11:00 The Importance of Context in Scouting15:00 Historic Saturday Night for 2026 NBA Draft Freshman17:00 Spotlight on Tyler Tanner's Potential23:00 The Challenge of Undersized Guards26:00 Scouting Profiles and Data Visualization28:00 The Guards-Only 2026 NBA Draft29:00 Darryn Peterson34:00 Kingston Flemings47:00 Mikel Brown50:00 Ebuka Okorie53:00 LaBaron Philon56:00 Bennett Stirtz59:00 Meleek Thomas01:10:00 Darius Acuff01:27:00 Acaden Lewis11-2011 Christian Anderson12 Brayden Burries13 Tamin Lipsey14 Tahaad Pettiford15 Braden Smith16 Jaylen Petty17 Bruce Thornton18 Rob Wright19 Ja’Kobi Gillespie20 Cayden Boozer
Ep. 108 of Learning Basketball with Philip Rossman-Reich @philiprr_OMDPhilip is a Senior writer at Orlando Magic Daily and host of Locked On Magic podcast and freelance reporter for the APToday we learn about the Orlando Magic's up-and-down season, explain the inconsistencies, and discuss how the rest of the season can go from here as the team gets healthy with a lot of home games in there future, Anthony Black's breakout season, Rookies Noah Penda's and Jase Richardson's immediate impact, Orlando's Trade Deadline Plans, the new coaching staff's impact, and Phil's journey growing Orlando Magic DailyTimestamps:00:00 Introduction & Background02:00 Expectations vs. Reality for the Magic05:00 Philip's Journey Growing Orlando Magic Daily08:00 Magic Split International Series 1-1 vs Memphis10:00 Explaining Inconsistencies14:00 Defensive Struggles and Injuries17:00 The Impact of key players 20:00 Gameplan, Coaching strategies, Unlocking Paolo Banchero23:00 Season Outlook – As Orlando injuries come to an end for now, with a lighter travel the rest of the way, how do the Magic take advantage to reach their goals?35:00 Phil's Thoughts on Coach Mosley's impact this season, his new staff and team playstyle46:30Rookie Contributions from Noah Penda and Jase Richardson50:04Trade Deadline Plans and Trade Candidates
Ep. 107 of Learning Basketball with Es Baraheni @JustEsBaraheniEs Baraheni covers the Toronto Raptors & NBA at NBA Daily, Raptors Republic, and Sportscasting NBA.Today we learn about Ja Morant Trade Rumors, The Trae Young Trade Aftermath for Atlanta and Washington, and this Toronto Raptors Surprise Start: the defensive versatility of Scottie Barnes and immediate two-way impact of Rookie Collin Murray-Boyles, Brandon Ingram's tough shotmaking, Darko's coaching style, Barrett's and Quickley's scoringTimestamps:00:00 Introduction & Background02:00 Trae Young Trade Aftermath for Hawks & Wizards12:00 Ja Morant Trade Rumors & Toronto Fit31:00 Toronto Raptors Surprise of NBA Season - What’s Working? Scottie Barnes & Collin Murray-Boyles37:00 How Brandon Ingram’s tough shotmaking spaces defensive frontcourt45:00 Are Scottie and CMB both Untouchable Franchise Cornerstones in Trade Talks?53:00 Breaking Down 2025-26 Toronto Raptors: Impact of Scorers Immanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett + Unsung Hero of The Season? Alijah Martin, Potential Draft/Trade Targets
Ep. 106 Learning Basketball with Josh Cohen @Josh_Cohen_NBAJosh Cohen covers the Orlando Magic and NBA with OrlandoMagic.com and his YouTube channelToday we learn about the state of the Orlando Magic halfway through the season, Paolo Banchero's clutch gamewinners and vital playmaking skills, Anthony Black's two-way development, Jamahl Mosley's motivational coaching tactics, and the strong rookie play of Jase Richardson and Noah PendaTimeline:00:00 Introduction & Background02:00 Paolo Banchero's Clutch Shots, Playmaking Impact, and staying Confident through the noise of the NBA18:00 Rookies Shine – Jase Richardson and Noah Penda27:00 Coach Mosley's Motivational Coaching Tactics35:00 Anthony Black's Development and Versatility + How do the Magic Rank Top-5 in Not Turning The Ball Over?
Ep. 105 Learning Basketball with Ku Khahil @KuKhahilKu Khahil covers the Detroit Pistons on his Substack newsletter and as host of the Locked On Detroit Pistons PodcastToday we learn about the 1-seed Detroit Pistons, ask if Cade Cunningham can win MVP, and highlight the impact of Ausar Thompson's defense, Jalen Duren downhill playmaking, Jaden Ivey adjusting his role, Beef Stew's blocks, JB Bickerstaff's culture and the depth of this Pistons squad
Ep. 104 Learning Basketball with Aaron Proia is the owner of OWE Scouting, the host of the Hoops Thread Podcast, and a senior writer with Prep Hoops Maryland.Today we learn about Aaron Proia’s basketball scouting philosophy, his process of scouting in person versus on film, NBA teams hunting intel, and an update on standout prospects on NBA Draft radars already in college and around the grassroots scene. Highlighting prospects like Jordan Smith Jr., Paul Osaruyi, Beckham Black, Jaxon Richardson, JoJo Philon, Baba Oladotun, Qayden Samuels, Meleek, Acuff, BidungaTimestamps:00:00 Introduction & Background01:30 Scouting Philosophy04:00 Comparing In-Person vs. Film Scouting Process, NBA Teams Hunting Intel, and Players (+FamilY) Understanding Pros & Cons of Scouts Always Watching07:00 Player Developing Winning Traits that Translate to every level of basketball + The Importance of Character and Work Ethic13:00 Communication between Coaches, Players, Scouts16:00 Highlighting Standout Grassroots & High School basketball players at recent events35:00 Deep Dive into IMG Academy's Roster37:00 Beckham Black, Jaxon Richardson, Obinna Ekezie and Southeastern Prep41:00 Made Hoops Event Standout Players50:00 JoJo Philon and Steve Turner’s new Montverde program57:00 Highlighting Standout Grassroots & High School basketball players at recent events01:13:00 Meleek Thomas, Darius Acuff + Recent College Visits - Arkansas, Kansas, Oklahoma State01:29:00 Past, Present, & Future of DMV Basketball
Ep. 103 Learning Basketball with Bennett Herbert! (@bendog28)Bennett Herbert is a lawyer and San Antonio Spurs Fan who shares NBA Draft and NBA basketball analysis on Twitter.Today we analyze and preview the Spurs-Thunder NBA Cup + Christmas Day marquee matchups and we learn more about Victor Wembanyama's shot deterrence, the Spurs guards (Fox Harper Castle Vassell) working together in complementary ways, the coaching stylistic similarities and differences between new Spurs Head Coach Mitch Johnson compared to Gregg Popovich, and we consider Wemby's award chances and the Spurs' title chances this season.00:00 Introduction & Background02:00 Scouting Process Watching Film & Evaluating NBA Draft Prospects05:00 The Intersection of Stats and Film09:00 The State of the San Antonio Spurs 12:00 Spurs-Thunder NBA Cup Matchup + Wembanyama’s on-court impact15:00 San Antonio’s Three (four?) Guards are additive, not negative18:00 Stephon Castle's Development and Ideal Offensive Role21:00 The Spurs winning with and without Wemby playing small with Positionless Basketball24:00 Defensive Goals of the Spurs32:00 Comparing Head Coach Mitch Johnson’s styles to ‘el jefe’ Gregg Popovich39:00 Most Underrated Players in Spurs' Success?42:00 Experimenting with Lineups: The Sneaky Killer Big Man Duo of Wemby and Kornet45:00 Christmas Day Preview: Spurs vs. Thunder48:00 Wemby’s Award Chances for DPOY and MVP51:00 The Spurs are here early. Are they already Contenders or still playoff Pretenders?
Ep. 102 Learning Basketball with Horace Grant! @HoraceGrant54a @SwishTheory PodcastHorace Grant is an NBA Legend: 4x NBA Champ, 4x All-D, 1x All-Star known for his key roles with the Chicago Bulls, Orlando Magic, and Los Angeles Lakers, playing alongside All-Time greats like Jordan, Pippen, Shaq, Penny, Kobe, McGrady, Payton.Today we learn about Horace Grant's new show "Legends in Session with Horace Grant" releasing next summer, and dive into Horace's early player development, his illustrious career, his all-time great teammates, and two generations of the Grant family making the NBA.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction & Background01:00 Legends in Session with Horace Grant02:00 The Grant NBA Family Spans Generations: Early Player Development alongside twin Harvey Grant compared to his paths for Harvey’s sons, Jerami Grant and Jerian Grant07:45 The Goggles9:00 Remembering Big Moments in Horace Grant's Career11:00 What are some similarities and differences between the personalities, skills, and work ethics of Horace Grant’s legendary NBA teammates like Jordan, Kobe, Shaq, Penny, Pippen, T-Mac, Payton12:45 Most Dominant Player Horace Played with: Jordan or Shaq?16:00 How Horace Grant’s complementary skillset of defense, rebounding, play finishing, and a floor-spacing midrange jumper translated to two-way winning impact in every situation19:00 Which great team was most fun to be a part of in the locker room, on the road?22:00 All-Time Hypotheticals: Who wins 3-v-3 between all of Horaces big 3s? Horace + Jordan/Pippen, Penny/Shaq, Shaq/Kobe ?23:00 Highlighting the first guests who will appear on Legends in Sessions with Horace Grant24:00 Shaq & Penny Stories
Ep. 101 Learning Basketballl with Tiffany Meeks @TiffanyMeeks23Tiffany Meeks is an NBA Photographer, storyteller, and host of the Miami Heat Beat and Mixed Bag podcasts.Today we learn about Tiffany’s journey into basketball media, advice to anyone hoping to walk a similar path, the flow and challenges of sports photography, capturing the perfect shot, NBA press conference experiences, recap the Heat - Magic NBA Cup Quarter Final, talk Desmond Bane’s fit in Orlando and break down the State of the Miami Heat – lineups, players, play style, strategy, potential, ceilingTimeline:00:00 Introduction & Background03:00 The Art of Sports Photography06:00 Capturing the Perfect Shot09:00 Experience Covering NBA Games12:00 Insights from asking Coach Spoelstra Press Conference Questions15:00 Analyzing the Miami Heat's new fast paced, screen less Play Style18:00 NBA Cup Quarter Final Breakdown: Miami Heat vs. Orlando Magic25:00 State of the Miami Heat – Defense First, still finding offensive identity30:00 Miami Heat Best Lineup Strategies, Matchup Dynamics, working Tyler Herro back into lineup with Norman Powell, Kel’el Ware’s potential, Bam Adebayo’s defense, if the Heat prospects Jovic, Kasparas, Goldin can find minutes on a winning team35:00 Miami Heat Defensive Foundations and Playoff Potential, Desmond Bane41:00 Breaking into Basketball & Sports Media: Insights and Advice46:00 Desmond Bane’s rising stardom and perfect fit in Orlando
Ep. 100 Learning Basketball – Dante Marchitelli @DanteMagic@SwishTheoryCarving Turkey with Dante Marchitelli – 100th Episode! – Sportscasting Insights, Magic - Heat Rivalry & NBA Cup Preview, Desmond Bane's impact, Anthony Black's leap, and Celebrating Richie AdubatoTimeline:00:00 Introduction: The 100th Episode with Dante Marchitelli 01:00 The Magic’s Postgame Thanksgiving Tradition: Carving the Turkey05:00 Calling NBA Games: Insights and Challenges11:00 Appreciating Greatness in Sports19:36 Celebrating Richie Adubato's Life & Magic Legacy24:36 The Orlando Magic vs. Miami Heat Sunshine State Rivalry29:35 Desmond Bane’s impact on and off the court33:42 Anthony Black, Jase Richardson, Highlighting Key Magic Players
Ep. 99 Learning Basketball with Brian Geisinger @bgeis_bird@SwishTheoryBrian Geisinger is a College Basketball Color Analyst covering the Charlotte Hornets on Sports Channel 8 and as host of The Buzz Beat Pod, covering the NBA Draft at Swish Theory, 247 Sports, Basket Under Review.Today we learn about Scouting Cam Boozer in person at the high school and college level, Duke NBA Draft Prospects, Buzz or No Buzz on LaMelo Fake Trade Ideas with Brian Geisinger – Cam & Cayden Boozer, Dame Sarr, Isaiah Evans, Patrick Ngongba, Jon Scheyer Zipper Exit Screen Duke Film Breakdown, Kon Knueppel 2026 ROY Odds + Charlotte Hornets’ strong 2025 NBA Rookie Class in Kalkbrenner, Sion, LiamTimeline:00:00 Introduction & Background02:00 Duke’s NBA Draft Prospects - Cameron & Cayden Boozer, Dame Sarr, Isaiah Evans, Patrick Ngongba05:00 Cam Boozer's Overall Impact & Finishing Development11:00 Jon Scheyer Duke Film Breakdown - Zipper & Exit Screen actions40:00 Comparing Cameron Boozer’s Shooting Versatility, Playmaking to recent top Duke prospects Tatum, Zion, Paolo, Flagg52:00 Charlotte Hornets strong 2025 NBA Rookie Class: Knueppel, Kalkbrenner, Sion James, Liam McNeeley55:00 Kon Knueppel's lights out shooting and 2026 ROY Odds01:13:00 Buzz or No Buzz? Lamelo Ball Fake Trade RumorsBoozer Duke NBA Draft, LaMelo Ball Fake Trades, Kon Knueppel ROY Odds with Brian Geisinger – Cayden Boozer, Dame Sarr, Isaiah Evans, Jon Scheyer "Zipper Exit Screen" Duke Film BreakdownFull Podcast LINKSSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2WPNyHW4I8wNgDFdsL6ZLfApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/learning-basketball/id1775085550YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hXIZscpoE80&list=PLNBCJ87gXz671ru-1b9s3U672nRO3k3nc
Ep. 98 Learning Basketball with Grant Mona! @Gmona48Grant Mona is on the Clippers Beat for Sporting Tribune, the podcast host of Sporting Tribune Today, and an NBA Writer for RoundtableState of the Clippers, how the Magic ran LAC and GSW off the floor, and NBA Parody – Everything Kawhi, Zubac's decline, missing Norm Powell, Harden's absurd efficiency
Ep. 97 Learning Basketball with Jordan Grossman @TheBigWafeJordan Grossman built an NBA Draft Model, writes about the NBA Draft for Swish Theory, and does basketball analytics with Gmanalytics.Timeline:00:00 Introduction & Background, Basketball Analytics03:00 Building a Draft Model: Coding, Formula, Stats06:00 The Role of Historical Data in Draft Predictions09:00 Evaluating Prospects: The Importance of Versatility12:00 Analyzing the 2025 Draft Class: Standout Players15:00 2026 Draft Model Sleepers - Alvaro Folgueiras, Iowa38:00 Is This Team For Real? Biggest NBA Surprise Stories40:00 Miami Heat's Surprising Start42:00 Philadelphia 76ers47:00 Struggling Teams51:00 Competitive Teams54:00 Successful TeamsFull Podcast LINKSSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2WPNyHW...Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNBCJ87gXz671ru-1b9s3U672nRO3k3nc
Ep. 96 Learning Basketball with Riley Gisseman @RGiss11Riley Gisseman does data analytics and covers the Utah Jazz with Salt City Hoops.Today we learn about the history and spike of floaters in the modern NBA, the growing value of the 2pt shot as the game goes on, and analyze the state of the Utah Jazz franchise, Markkannen’s growing stardom deserving max money, potential of prospects Ace Bailey, Walter Clayton, Keyonte George, and the adjustable coaching philosophies of Will Hardy.Timeline:00:00 Introduction & Background in Basketball09:00 True Value of Two-Point Shots15:00 The Floater Boom in Modern Basketball25:00 How midrange efficiency shows up in mysterious ways like A/TO and Offensive Rebounding31:00 State of the Utah Jazz, Lauri Markkanen’s play-finishing gravity, Elijah Harkless’ defensive energy36:00 Will Hardy's Adjustable Coaching Philosophy42:00 Ace Bailey’s development, potential of prospects including Walter Clayton and Keynote GeorgeFull Podcast LINKSSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2WPNyHW4I8wNgDFdsL6ZLfApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/learning-basketball/id1775085550YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hXIZscpoE80&list=PLNBCJ87gXz671ru-1b9s3U672nRO3k3nc
Ep. 95 Learning Basketball with David Lee and Eric WeissDavid and Eric join Ryan Kaminski for an Orlando Magic - Atlanta Hawks Watch Party – Learning Basketball LIVE Swish Theory PodcastGuests Timeline:00:00 David Lee @dlee4three11 in the first half1:00:00 Eric Weiss @EricWeiss_SA in the second halfThe State of the Orlando Magic and Trae Young-less Atlanta Hawks with David Lee and Eric Weiss - Jalen Johnson, Paolo Banchero, Desmond Bane, Jalen Suggs, Franz Wagner, Tristan da Silva Full Playback Replay including the game: https://www.playback.tv/replay/mMVxrbxuFull Podcast LINKSSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2WPNyHW4I8wNgDFdsL6ZLf
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/learning-basketball/id1775085550YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hXIZscpoE80&list=PLNBCJ87gXz671ru-1b9s3U672nRO3k3nc




