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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.
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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. 88 Learning Basketball with Jake PayntingJake Paynting covers the Minnesota Timberwolves on the Howls and Growls YouTube channel.Today we learn about his film breakdown process, appreciate FIBA Australia, celebrate the rumors of Kevin Garnett's jersey retirement, and dive into the state of the Minnesota Timberwolves between Anthony Edwards' shooting development, Julius Randle's playmaking, and Rudy Gobert's defensive impact.Timeline:0:00 Introduction & Background2:00 Growing Howls and Growls YouTube Channel, Film Breakdown Process9:00 State of Minnesota Timberwolves15:00 Anthony Edwards Shooting Development, Julius Randle Playmaking Role, Rudy Gobert Defensive Impact52:00 Celebrating Kevin Garnett's Legacy & Jersey Retirement Rumors + Minnesota Timberwolves "Black Trees" Jersey & Court RebrandPodcast LINKSLearning Basketball - Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Learning Basketball - Spotify Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/2WPNyHW...Learning Basketball - YouTube Podcast https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNBCJ87gXz671ru-1b9s3U672nRO3k3nc
Ep. 87 Learning Basketball with David Molins @DMolinsDavid coaches Youth Basketball with FC Barcelona, with experience coaching in Minicopa, scouting film, and focusing on player development.Today we learn about the role of analytics in Euroleague, celebrate legends of Barcelona Basketball, and discuss player development, coaching, and scouting at the youth levels.The podcast opens with my questions and answers from Orlando Magic Media Day with Coach Mosley and Magic Players.Timeline:00:00 Orlando Magic Media Day Q&A with Coach Mosley and Magic Players12:00 Player Development, Scouting, Coaching Youth Basketball, Experience with FC Barcelona, Minicopa30:00 Legendary Names of FC Barcelona Basketball - Juan Carlos Navarro42:00 The Competitive Landscape and The Role of Analytics of EuroleagueLearning Basketball - Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Learning Basketball - Spotify Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/2WPNyHW...Learning Basketball - YouTube Podcast https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNBCJ87gXz671ru-1b9s3U672nRO3k3nc
Ep. 86 Learning Basketball with Blake Murphy @BlakeMurphyODCBlake Murphy is the Host of Jays Talk Plus and co-host of The Raptors Show covering the Toronto Raptors.Today we learn about the Toronto Raptors Franchise Outlook, the gameplan behind Ingram Scottie and Murray-Boyles in the front court, salary cap implications, and the rumors emerging of Kawhi-Raptors free agency demands from 2019 being similar to the recent Clipper rumors.Timeline:00:00 Introduction & Background, Sports Media Advice09:00 Toronto Raptors Franchise Outlook – How does Toronto balance Scottie Barnes, Brandon Ingram, and Collin Murray-Boyles? Do any of the offensive minded backcourt guys pop in Gradey, Quickley, and Barrett?21:00 Defensive Identity, bench mob of dawgs45:00 Rumors leaking of Kawhi Leonard's 2019 Free Agency Demands for Toronto resembling these recent allegations with the ClippersLearning Basketball - Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Learning Basketball - Spotify Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/2WPNyHW...Learning Basketball - YouTube Podcast https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNBCJ87gXz671ru-1b9s3U672nRO3k3nc
Ep. 85 Learning Basketball with Leader Johnson @WriterLeader247Leader Johnson is a Senior Writer and Analyst for NBA Draft Room, Villanova sports analyst for 247 Sports, Publisher and Podcaster for High Level Sports, Writer/Draft analyst for Draft Diamonds and Prep HoopsToday we check in on hoops around Pennsylvania, from Dr. J to Villanova and the 76ers. How will next season look for Villanova’s new Head Coach Kevin Willard who recruited two NBA Draft Prospects in Acaden Lewis and Nico Onyekwere? Are the 76ers sleeper contenders when healthy and has Daryl Morey built the real Two Timelines Team? Who are some of the top young basketball prospects around the country to keep an eye on in future draft talks?Timeline:00:00 Introduction & Background, Scouting Philosophy02:00 Evolution of Villanova Basketball Culture from Jay Wright to Kyle Neptune and now Kevin Willard from Maryland08:00 Villanova Season Expectations and NBA Draft Prospects to Watch: Acaden Lewis + Nico Onyekwere with Eric Dixon now on Luka LeBron Lakers26:00 Philadelphia 76ers Franchise Outlook, 2025 Offseason, VJ Edgecombe, Joel Embiid, Paul George, Tyrese Maxey, Jared McCain, Johni Broome42:00 Philadelphia 76ers, The Real Two Timelines Team48:00 Rookie VJ Edgecombe's Potential56:00 Future Top NBA Draft Prospects to keep on the Radar - Ryan Hampton, Marcus Spears Jr., Mikel Brown Jr., Brandon McCoy1:10:00 Importance of Confidence and Comfortability in NBA Draft ProspectsVillanova Hoops, Philadelphia 76ers Two Timelines Franchise Outlook, Future NBA Draft Prospects with Leader Johnson – Acaden Lewis, Nico Onyekwere, Kevin Willard, Dr. J, VJ Edgecombe, Scouting ProcessPodcast LINKSLearning Basketball - Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Learning Basketball - Spotify Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/2WPNyHW...Learning Basketball - YouTube Podcast https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNBCJ87gXz671ru-1b9s3U672nRO3k3nc
Ep. 84 Learning Basketball with Grant Afseth @GrantAfsethGrant Afseth is a Dallas-based reporter covering the NBA & WNBA locally with Dallas Hoops Journal, Roundtable Network and nationally for Ballislife, Newsweek, RG MediaToday we talk about the Dallas Mavericks Franchise Outlook, Dallas Wings Rebuild, Cooper Flagg, Paige Bueckers, Anthony Davis, and the general mix of hope and vibes among basketball fans in Dallas going from The Luka Trade to both their NBA & WNBA teams winning potential #1 pick superstars.00:00 Introduction & Background, Sports Media Advice02:00 2025 Eurobasket Standouts - Franz, Luka, Giannis, Sengun, Mikka, Markkanen05:00 How are Fan Vibes in Dallas Since The Luka Trade?08:00 Future of the Mavericks: Cooper Flagg 11:00 Dirk Nowitzki's Insights on Team Owners restoring team image14:00 Dallas Mavericks Franchise Outlook & Season Expectations42:00 Anthony Davis Navigating Injuries, MVP/DPOY Award Races01:00:00 Paige Bueckers, Basketball Phenom, Dallas Wings Franchise Cornerstone01:15:00 Did the Basketball Gods gift Dallas Basketball Fans two #1 Pick potential superstars in the summer immediately following the Luka trade?The State of Dallas Basketball After Luka with Grant Afseth – Mavs & Wings Win #1 Picks Cooper Flagg & Paige Bueckers, AD for MVP/DPOY?, Front Office Expectations, 2025 Eurobasket, Sports Media AdviceLearning Basketball - Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Learning Basketball - Spotify Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/2WPNyHW...Learning Basketball - YouTube Podcast https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNBCJ87gXz671ru-1b9s3U672nRO3k3nc
Ep. 83 Learning Basketball with Kris AmundsonKris Amundson is a lawyer and the co-founder of Swish Theory who covers the Chicago Bulls.Today we learn what went into creating the Swish Theory platform, the legal perspective and potential ramifications for Kawhi and The Clippers possibly circumventing the cap, the Chicago Bulls Franchise Outlook with Buzelis and Essengue and a new Josh Giddey contract, and The Most Confusing NBA TeamsTimeline:00:00 Introduction & Background2:00 The legal perspective & NBA consequences if the Clippers circumvented the cap to sign Kawhi11:00 Creating Swish Theory with Larry17:00 Chicago Bulls Franchise Outlook with Buzelis & Essengue20:00 Josh Giddey Contract30:00 Pat Will Island40:00 Ayo Dosunmu: The Underrated Defender45:00 The Most Confusing NBA Teams: Toronto, New Orleans, Memphis, Chicago, MilwaukeeLearning Basketball - Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Learning Basketball - Spotify Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/2WPNyHW...Learning Basketball - YouTube Podcast https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNBCJ87gXz671ru-1b9s3U672nRO3k3nc
Ep. 82 with @GiftedHoops_ !Gifted Hoops covers the NBA on Twitter, YouTube, and Playback, a Twitch-like streaming service for SportsToday we draft the first official 2025-26 NBA Playback League Pass Rankings! Whichever teams we draft are the only teams we'd theoretically be allowed to watch all season - can we both survive?Ranking all 30 teams in order of who we are choosing first to watch and stream on Playback if they’re playing on league pass any given nightTimeline:00:00 Introduction & Background & Sports Media Advice05:00 2025-26 NBA League Pass Rankings for PlaybackTop-5 Picks:WarriorsSpursThunderNuggetsRockets18:00 Orlando Magic 21:00 Chicago Bulls!24:00 Luka Lebron Lakers Star Power27:00 Detroit Pistons - Cade Ivey Ausar Duren30:00 Cleveland Cavaliers - Mobley Garland Mitchell32:00 Minnesota Timberwolves - Ant Randle33:00 Milwaukee Bucks - Giannis Turner36:00 Los Angeles Clippers - Kawhi(?) Harden Zubac Beal CP3 48:00 Atlanta Hawks - Trae Kristaps50:00 Memphis Grizzlies - Ja Jaren53:00 New York Knicks - Brunson Kat Bridges Anunoby55:00 Toronto Raptors58:00 Indiana Pacers01:01:00 Portland Trail Blazers01:03:00 Philadelphia 76ers01:05:00 New Orleans Pelicans01:09:00 Dallas Mavericks01:11:00 Washington Wizards: 01:15:00 Boston Celtics01:16:00 Final 6 Picks:Phoenix SunsCharlotte HornetsBrooklyn NetsSacramento KingsMiami HeatUtah JazzWhose lineup would you rather have?RK - SpursNuggetsMagicLakersCavaliersBucksHawksKnicksPacers76ersMavsCelticsHornetsKingsJazzGifted Hoops - WarriorsThunderRocketsBullsPistonsTimberwolvesClippersGrizzliesRaptorsBlazersPelicansWizardsSunsNetsHeat
Ep. 81 Learning Basketball with Nathaniel Butler @natlyphotoNathaniel Butler is a photographer who has captured countless iconic moments in NBA History and just published a new book “Courtside: 40 Years of NBA Photography”, co-authored by Dave McMenamin.Today we get a sneak peek into Nathaniel Butler's portfolio, diving into countless all-time classic moments in hoops history, unraveling the challenges of capturing these moment in a single click, and hear the stories behind these iconic photos that every basketball fan has seen before from magazine covers to posters on the wall.Timeline:00:00 Introduction & Background - Journey into NBA Photography3:00 Nathaniel Butler’s new book “Courtside: 40 Years of NBA Photography” coauthored by Dave McMenamin5:00 Iconic NBA Photos & Moments Captured - Magic’s Hook Shot17:00 Nate Over Dwight Dunk Contest - Camera Angles, The Perfect Shot34:00 Kobe Bryant Passes Through Traffic37:00 Jayson Tatum Championship Celebration Raises Deuce - Virality of Social Media Today41:00 The Ray Allen 3 to help Heat beat Spurs in LeBron’s first title44:00 Michael Jordan 6 fingers up after winning title, wrong jersey one game, and kissing trophy... Tim Duncan Champagne Shower, Celebrating with Popovich50:00 Kobe Bryant Passes Through Traffic - Part 2 + NBA 2K Cover55:00 Knicks John Starks Dunks On Bulls56:30 1996 NBA Draft Class Slam Magazine Cover - Kobe, Ray, Nash, Starbury58:30 Kobe Missing Dad After Title Holding Trophy1:06:20 Michael Jordan Floating Backward Air Stepping Dunk Poster1:11:30 Bill Russell Smiling Through 11 RingsFULL PODCAST LINKSLearning Basketball - Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Learning Basketball - Spotify Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/2WPNyHW...Learning Basketball - YouTube Podcast https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNBCJ87gXz671ru-1b9s3U672nRO3k3nc
Ep. 80 Learning Basketball with Drew Munley! @Drew_Munley14Drew Munley is an analytics basketball coach with the Syracuse Women's Basketball team and City Rocks EYBL team.Today we learn about Syracuse Men's and Women's basketball, the role of analytics on the sideline, playcalling strategy, ball screen continuity offense, Carmelo and Kiyan Anthony, and the defensive versatility of Donnie Freeman & Sadiq WhiteTimeline:0:00 Introduction & Background2:00 Carmelo Anthony Syracuse Legacy5:00 Kiyan Anthony Freshman Expectations9:00 Syracuse Roster Depth & Dynamics - Donnie Freeman & Sadiq White Defensive Versatility 18:00 What the role of Syracuse WBB Analytics Coach looks like22:00 Film Breakdown: City Rocks EYBL, Playcalling Strategy, Ball Screen Continuity Offense33:00 Syracuse 2026 Recruitment - Jordan Smith Jr. & Deron Rippey Jr. on the radarFULL PODCAST LINKSSyracuse Basketball, Carmelo & Kiyan Anthony, Ball Screen Continuity Offense with Drew Munley – City Rocks EYBL, Playcalling Strategy, Donnie Freeman & Sadiq White Defensive Versatility, 2026 RecruitsLearning Basketball - Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Learning Basketball - Spotify Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/2WPNyHW...Learning Basketball - YouTube Podcasthttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNBCJ87gXz671ru-1b9s3U672nRO3k3nc
Ep. 79 Learning Basketball with Steven Bagell! @TheNBAgellSteven Bagell is the SBC 2024 Director of Brand & Operations for@thecenterhub_bb, a Certified NIL agent, and dual Podcast Host of the @birdrightspod & @one_and_donepod where he covers NBA Salary Cap rules and NCAA basketball.Today we learn about the NIL Landscape, the opportunities for Certified NIL Agents, Top 2025-26 College Hoops Storylines, and break down the Orlando Magic Salary Cap 5-Year OutlookTimeline:0:00 Introduction & Background2:00 Opportunities after becoming NIL certified + advice to those trying to break into basketball13:00 Top 2025-26 NCAA Storylines35:00 Orlando Magic 5-Year Salary Cap OutlookFull Podcast LINKS:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2WPNyHW4I8wNgDFdsL6ZLfApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/learning-basketball/id1775085550YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNBCJ87gXz671ru-1b9s3U672nRO3k3nc
Ep. 78 Learning Basketball with Joel Rush @JoelRushNBAJoel Rush covers the Denver Nuggets and NBA for Forbes Sports.Today we learn about the Denver Nuggets Reloaded Offseason shifting them back into clear contender status, the motivations behind trading Michael Porter Jr. and a future unprotected 1st for Cam Johnson, how the new free agent acquisitions Valanciunas Hardaway and Brown fit into the rotation, what to expect with David Adelman moving into the permanent Head Coaching title, and the Christmas Day matchup between the budding rivalry of Minnesota and Denver.Timeline:00:00 Denver Nuggets Reloaded - 2025 Offseason05:00 Appreciating Michael Porter Jr.’s time with the Nuggets and Motivations behind Nuggets trade for Cam Johnson09:00 Assessing New Roster and Team Depth13:00 Malleability of Bruce Brown19:00 Tim Hardaway Jr.’s ideal role26:04 Coaching Changes from Michael Malone and Calvin Booth to new Head Coach David Adelman39:00 Jonas Valanciunas declaring he will honor his contract and how his presence preserves team identity44:00 Prospects Julian Strawther and Peyton Watson having opportunity to claim playing time while Denver adds experienced options just in case.01:00:00 Nuggets vs. Timberwolves Christmas Day Matchup & Budding Rivalry01:07:00 Projecting the Orlando Magic's success next season and beyond01:25:00 Nuggets' Depth and Championship AspirationsFull Podcast LINKS:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2WPNyHW4I8wNgDFdsL6ZLfApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/learning-basketball/id1775085550YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNBCJ87gXz671ru-1b9s3U672nRO3k3nc
Ep. 76 Learning Basketball with Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguetGerald Bourguet covers the Phoenix Suns and the NBA as the Lead Suns Writer at @PHNX_Sports and the Co-Host of The @PHNX_Suns Podcast Today we are learning about the state of the Phoenix Suns with Gerald Bourguet, the 2025 offseason overhaul, how the KD Suns Era will be remembered, what went wrong and why, the retooling efforts this summer to keep Booker happy through his prime years, the new-look offense with Jordan Ott and incoming players Jalen Green, Khaman Maluach, Mark Williams.Timeline:00:00 2025 Phoenix Suns Offseason Overhaul03:00 Kevin Durant's Legacy with Suns Fans06:00 The Real Impact of Acquiring Bradley Beal08:00 Jordan Ott’s Offense as New PHX Head Coach11:00 2025 NBA Draft Night - The Mark Williams Trade, Selecting Khaman Maluach, Declining Giant Pelicans Offer15:00 Jalen Green's Expected Role & How Ott’s Scheme could look with this roster35:00 2025-26 Season Outlook & Beyond 40:00 Patience, Aligned Vision, Vertical Alignment from Owner to GM to Coach to Player45:00 Celebrating The Chris Paul 2021 NBA Finals Team
Ep. 75 Learning Basketball with Matt Alquiza @malquiza8Matt Alquiza covers the Charlotte Hornets with Sports Illustrated @SI_Hornets and as co-host of the @BuzzBeatPod.Today we learn about the Charlotte Hornets identity-shifting summer of 2025, the draft strategy and clean fit of all four rookies (#4 - Kon Knueppel , #29 - Liam McNeeley, #33 - Sion James, #34 - Ryan Kalkbrenner) around its two stars LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller, the opportunity and pathways for those draft prospects to develop together in well-fitting roles, Charlotte doubling down on playmaking and 3pt shooting to help establish a team identity no matter which player combinations are on the floor by adding these rookies along with bringing back Tre Mann and bringing in Collin Sexton and Spencer Dinwiddie, projecting next season and beyond.Timeline:00:00 Introduction + 2025 Offseason Winners - Charlotte Hornets01:00 Young Core of the Hornets and clean fit of 2025 NBA Draft Haul - Knueppel, McNeeley, Sion James, Kalkbrenner26:00 Complementary Guard Depth after adding Sexton, how will Charlotte’s 2025-26 rotation look?32:00 Longterm Charlotte Hornets Franchise Outlook - Establish Fast-Pace Pass and Shoot Identity First
Ep. 74 Learning Basketball with David Lee @DLee4ThreeDavid Lee covers the Atlanta Hawks on YouTube & Twitter @DLee4Three and creates Atlanta Hawks Film Breakdowns at @ATLHawksFilmToday we learn about the Atlanta Hawks incredible 2025 offseason, 2025-2026 future franchise outlook, Drafting Asa Newell #23 while somehow adding a 2026 unprotected first from New Orleans, How a healthy Kristaps could be the key unlocking Trae Young, Atlanta’s front court two-way versatility and key additions of Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Luke Kennard to the backcourt.Timeline00:00 Introduction & 2025 Offseason Winners: Atlanta Hawks03:00 The Potential D&3 Secondary Scoring Gravity of Kristaps Porzingis05:00 The Value of Trading Back for Asa Newell and his incredible development path trajectory clean fit next to Trae Young to maximize Asa’s skillset32:00 How Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Luke Kennard complement a Trae - Dyson Daniels Backcourt37:00 Teambuilding challenge of Lineup Versatility - Building around Trae’s strengths by flanking him with versatile defensive play-finishers while finding options to survive without him on the court 40:00 Expectations for Upcoming 2025-26 NBA Season and beyond - Can next year’s Atlanta Hawks win 50 games and a 4-seed?
Ep. 73 Learning Basketball with Maurya Kumpatla @TheFlareScreenMaurya Kumpatla covers the Oklahama City Thunder and NBA Draft as a writer for Swish TheoryToday we learn about and celebrate the season of the 2025 NBA Champion Oklahoma City Thunder, (1:00) contextualize the individual greatness of MVP and Finals MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, (23:00) respect the patient teambuilding process of Sam Presti, and detail how the Thunder built the greatest defense of all time by most measures. Then we detail 3 of Maurya's 2025 NBA Draft Winners between teams and prospect fit for long term player development. (44:45)Timestamps:0:00 Introduction1:00 Celebrating OKC Thunder - The 2025 NBA Champions23:00 Contextualizing Shai Gilgeous Alexander's All-Time Great MVP + Finals MVP Season44:45 2025 NBA Draft - 3 Winners
Ep. 72 Learning Basketball with Matt Powers! @DraftPowMatt Powers covers the NBA Draft as an Editor and Co-Founder of Swish Theory, formerly of the Stepien.Today we learn about the 2025 NBA Draft, Swish Theory's 2025 NBA Draft Guide and the team's big board, potential sleepers and late risers, and analysis on some prospect names we're higher or lower on than consensus.Timeline:00:00Introduction, Thunder win Title! KD to Rockets! 2025 NBA Draft Week!02:00Exploring the Swish Theory Draft Guide9:00Draft Class Depth and Potential Stars16:00Top Prospects and Team Needs22:00Comparing all the front court options and Bigs like Maluach, Sorber, Kalkbrenner25:00Evaluating Draft Prospects: Potential and Fit32:00Late Risers, Underrated Players, Potential Sleepers42:00Draft Predictions: Who Will Slip? Who should be a reach?45:00Final Thoughts on the Draft Class
Ep. 71 Learning Basketball with Parker Fleming (@Paka_Flocka) and Eric Weiss (@EricWeiss_SA)!Parker Fleming covers the Memphis Grizzlies and the NBA Draft.Eric Weiss has years of experience in the NBA Scouting industry with Draft Express and Luceo Sports.Today we talk with Parker Fleming (0:00) about Desmond Bane as a person and player on and off the court, his Memphis Grizzlies legacy, the state of the Grizzlies' franchise after the trade, how KCP and Cole Anthony fit Memphis' rotation, the 2025 NBA Draft (41:00) and Memphis' best options with the #16 pickbefore we talk with Eric Weiss (1:01:35) about the team building decision making process that NBA front offices go through, what the Magic and Grizzlies decision makers could be weighing in a blockbuster trade like this, and how to value draft pick potential against players in deals depending on the state of the team.Timeline:0:00 Parker Fleming, Desmond Bane, Memphis Grizzlies 41:00 2025 NBA Draft - Post Lottery Sleepers & Memphis Targets at #161:01:35 Eric Weiss - The NBA Team Building & Front Office Decision Making Process side of The Desmond Bane Trade
Ep. 70 Learning Basketball with David Steele! @SteeleMagicDavid Steele is the voice of the Orlando Magic, the lead announcer on the sidelines when you tune on a Magic game. Today we learn about his thoughts on the Desmond Bane trade, the culture built by Jamahl Mosley, what Cole Anthony and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope meant to this Magic team, the Orlando Magic's logo and jersey rebrand, and the idea of using the #25 pick on UF's Walter Clayton in the 2025 NBA Draft.Timeline:0:00 Introduction1:30 Father’s Day Desmond Bane Trade Instant Reaction7:00 Desmond Bane’s clean fit on and of the court, Jeff Weltman’s patient trade process to wait for the perfect target18:00 Jamahl Mosley’s Team Identity & Culture23:00 Cole Anthony’s Magic Legacy & Kentavious Caldwell Pope’s impact in Orlando27:30 Orlando Magic Logo & Jersey Rebrand35:30 UF’s Walter Clayton Jr. 2025 NBA Draft Outlook & potential fit at #25 for Orlando40:00 Appreciating Gary Harris and Cory Joseph43:00 Celebrating David Steele’s Career as Magic Broadcaster
Ep 69 Learning Basketball with Stephen Cameron @StephenMagicHQStephen Cameron covers the Orlando Magic with OMagicHQToday we learn about the Orlando Magic trading FIVE FIRST ROUND PICKS for Desmond Bane Timeline:0:00 Introduction - Father’s Day Blockbuster Trade Instant Reactions7:50 Desmond Bane’s on-court fit with the Orlando Magic core21:15 The Draft Picks Orlando Traded - The Magic’s Calculated Risk Bet on Themselves33:50 Orlando’s Future Roster Flexibility after adding Bane’s big deal and what that means for Team Option Free Agents
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