Stay ConnectedBen Taylor, creator of the popular YouTube channel Thinking Basketball (and author of Thinking Basketball the book) goes deeper on basketball analysis, history, philosophy and theory with co-host Cody Houdek, and a variety of guests ranging from journalists to former players.
Ideal for fans interested in Xs and Os, stats & analytics, coaching and team strategy and adjustments, in-depth breakdowns on player strengths and weaknesses, and who is better and who is best in the NBA. (GOAT debates!)
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We discuss the incredible scoring tear Joel Embiid is on, what makes his scoring so special, and where he ranks as a scorer this year. After that we attempt to discuss Steph Curry's value during his 2 month shooting slump, along with Klay Thompson's chucking. Also thoughts on the Hawks leaky defense and Grayson Allen's foul on Alex Caruso. With Cody Houdek @codyhoudek. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball
We discuss Jalen Brunson and the rising Dallas Mavericks, who have won 7 of 8 games and are surprising with their defense. We also debate the value of perimeter playmakers like Matisse Thybulle, how we measure them, and how they compare to big men on defense. With Cody Houdek @codyhoudek. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball
Who are the best teams in the league when “healthy” right now? With everyone missing time, we stack up the best performances of teams when their core pieces are on the floor, and discuss whether Kyrie's return can cure the issues with the surprisingly low Nets. With Cody Houdek @codyhoudek. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball
Debating Draymond's offensive value and whether limited scoring puts a hard ceiling on offense for players. Also the state of the top contenders, the rise of the Grizzlies and what to make of Ja Morant's 12 injured games. With Cody Houdek @codyhoudek. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball
Nate Duncan discusses the best players in the NBA right now, culminating with the big question about Nikola Jokic! We also discuss Curry, Giannis, Durant, and whether Anthony Davis still belongs in the conversation. Listen to @NateDuncanNBA on the Dunc'd On podcast, Hollinger & Duncan, and the NBA cast on League Pass digital (next game Monday, November 22 between Memphis and Utah). Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball
This is a companion episode to the video on stars affecting each other: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k3iJwi4btAI&t=16s In this episode, we look at some of the most important recent examples of the effects stars have on each other, the importance about this kind of research and more. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball
In Part 2 of a mega 2-part episode, reactions to the official NBA at 75 list. Then I attempt the hopeless task of filling out a 75th anniversary ballot with the help of Cody Houdek. It's unclear whether we even selected 75 or 76 players at the end of this hopeless and slightly impossible endeavor. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball and access the full list there.
The Athletic's Dave DuFour joins to preview the 2022 NBA season! We discuss who can win the East and West, teams with wide-ranging outcomes, darkhorse MVPs and more. Of course, there's a post show. Follow him @DaveDuFourNBA. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball
In Part 1 of a mega 2-part episode, I attempt to predict the upcoming NBA at 75 team with some help from Cody Houdek. Who is a lock to make the list, and what players are candidates for those new 25 spots? Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball.
The Ringer's J. Kyle Mann joins me for a wild discussion on player development and grading draft picks. We revisit 2016's top 10 picks, discuss the idea of the Black Swan fallacy in player development, the inverted black swan, developing ball skills in infants and more! Get $200 off Sports Business classroom with the promo code Thinking Basketball at www.sportsbusiness.classroom.com for this year's session in Las Vegas (August 9-14). Support directly at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball.
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