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No GimmesThe Rare Mutual Exchange of Live GrenadesIn the Tip-Off, the guys discuss how well the NBA is positioned to transition into a post-LeBron era (4:44). For the Vibe Check, they take the pulse of the LaMelo Ball situation, including Aaron offering some hypothetical deals to find him a new home (21:04). For 3-Up/3-Down, the guys discuss the Washington Wizards and their potential for all-time futility (40:38), the exceptional play of the Jazz's Lauri Markkanen (47:49), whether the Hawks really need Trae Young (55:40), the surprising play of Collin Gillespie (1:09:07), the fact that experience isn’t equating with su...
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The Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceThe State of the Grizzlies w/ Parker FlemingParker Fleming, author of the Subtsakalidis newsletter, joins Aaron Bollwinkel to talk about the Grizzlies’ new offensive system under Head Coach Tuomas Iisalo, what the return of Zach Edey means, the struggles of Jaren Jackson Jr. in the new scheme, the superb play of rookie Cedric Coward, and getting a gauge on where the Ja Morant situation stands.Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2025-11-2142 minNo GimmesLike He Was Urkel's Alternate EgoAaron and Evan tip off with the Nico Harrison firing and the strange Mark Cuban heel turn. That's followed by a Vibe Check with some of the most surprising and disappointing players so far this season (21:12)—with an emphasis on some lesser-discussed names. Then the guys close, as usual, with 3-Up/3-Down (1:19:42), where they get the number of teams wrong, as usual. Still, they discuss the Sixers’ speed (1:20:24), Orlando finding their magic (1:25:41), the Golden State Warriors’ recent struggles (1:28:05)—featuring some epic cooking from Aaron regarding the Draymond–Kevin O’Connor back...
2025-11-141h 59No GimmesWhat in the Monstars is Wrong with Cameron Johnson?!?The guys Tip Off by talking about the recent matchup between the league's two most surprising teams—the Bulls and the Sixers—and decide which team's early success feels most likely to sustain over the course of the season. Then, in the Vibe Check (23:30), they discuss the ongoing Ja Morant saga and whether Ja finishes the season with the Grizzlies or ends up somewhere like Sacramento, Miami, or New Orleans.Finally, for 3-Up/3-Down (37:42), they discuss the Dallas Mavericks and their woeful offense (37:57), the Los Angeles Lakers and their incredibly efficient one...
2025-11-071h 41No GimmesCarlos Boozer Walked So Jaylen Brown Could RunThe guys start off with the conversation du jour, as they dig into the NBA’s gambling problem in the Tip-Off (4:46). The Vibe Check is then devoted to discussing Aaron’s recently released Top 100 and how he goes about the process of constructing it (21:32). That’s followed by the return of 3-Up/3-Down (38:55), which starts with some shine for Sam Merrill and Giannis, followed by some sympathy for the infirmed Pacers (46:37), some Celtics and Jaylen Brown talk (51:30), the Spurs and their resident alien (58:40), the Thunder and hooray for Aj...
2025-10-281h 59No Gimmes30 Storylines(2) for the 2025-26 NBA SeasonAaron starts out with a victory lap over the Aces' title before he and Evan discuss A'ja's status as the GOAT. The guys then provide which storylines they each think will be the most compelling for every NBA team this season (19:14). As always, you can find Evan and Aaron on NBA Threads Also, don't forget to subscribe to Live. Breathe. Ball. and Basketball Intelligence to get even more basketball insight.
2025-10-162h 05No GimmesAnd the Winners Is... (2025-26 Awards Predictions)Aaron and Evan open by discussing both 2–1 series in the WNBA playoffs (19:17). Then the guys talk about favorites, dark horses, and make their predictions for the winners of all the NBA awards for the very rapidly approaching 2025-26 season. Clutch Player of the Year: 37:22Coach of the Year: 49:19Rookie of the Year: 56:01Most Improved Player of the Year: 1:02:57Sixth Man of the Year: 1:12:47Defensive Player of the Year: 1:23:38Most Valuable Player of the Ye...
2025-09-281h 58No GimmesThe Minivan Takes Another Spin (Northwest Division Preview)The guys start out with another pass at the increasingly convoluted Kawhi Leonard story. They follow that with the WNBA playoffs (24:02), including analysis of all the Game 1s and picks through to the champion. Finally, the last division has arrived, as the Northwest Division—home of the reigning champions—is previewed (53:03). Utah Jazz: 55:31Portland Trail Blazers: 1:05:20Minnesota Timberwolves: 1:25:03Denver Nuggets: 1:39:53Oklahoma City Thunder: 1:59:12WNBA First Round Playoff PreviewWNBA First Round Playoff...
2025-09-162h 32The Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceBasketball is Jazz w/ David ThorpeRay and Aaron talk with Coach David Thorpe—longtime personal basketball coach, mentor, analyst, and author—about his recent TrueHoop story “Jazz Lessons,” which explores the success of incorporating improvisation into NBA offenses. The conversation touches on some of the all-time greats who set the standard, highlights a few teams thriving with free-flowing styles, and examines how Coach Thorpe teaches players to embrace improvisation through instruction and practice habits.Links to Coach Thorpe’s and Henry Abbott’s stories:Jazz lessonsTurns out basketball is jazzCheck out the daily newsle...
2025-09-1456 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceWNBA First Round Playoff Preview w/ Bob BellottiAaron is joined by basketball analyst, author, and Substack writer Bob Bellotti to discuss all the intrigue and storylines in the four first-round matchups for the WNBA playoffs beginning this Sunday. Western Conference Preview with Bob BellottiFledgling WNBA Players Thrive in Second Half of SeasonCheck out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2025-09-1248 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceHow the Clippers Are Navigating the Wake of the Pablo Torre Story w/ Law MurrayAaron interviews The Athletic’s Law Murray about the state of the Clippers as they contend with the damaging allegations of salary cap circumvention laid out by the “Pablo Torre Finds Out” podcast on September 3. Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2025-09-0535 minNo GimmesWent Out Like a Wet Fart (Central Division Preview)The guys open with the Clippers circumvention allegations before getting into how the WNBA playoff picture is taking shape and their opinions on Angel Reese's comments (22:28). Then, it's down to just two divisions as Evan and Aaron give their outlooks for the Eastern Conference Central Division (42:10), featuring the Chicago Bulls (43:56), Indiana Pacers (1:02:29), Milwaukee Bucks (1:12:32), Detroit Pistons (1:27:27), and Cleveland Cavaliers (1:44:14). As always, you can find Evan and Aaron on NBA Threads Also, don't forget to subscribe to Live. Breathe. B...
2025-09-042h 05No GimmesBut Fish Grease Is Really Hot (Pacific Division Preview)Evan and Aaron start with the all-of-a-sudden hotly contested MVP race in the WNBA. Then the divisional previews continue with the Pacific Division (28:58) featuring the Phoenix Suns (29:14), Sacramento Kings (48:16), Golden State Warriors (1:06:42), Los Angeles Clippers (1:21:50), and the Los Angeles Lakers (1:39:11). Aaron then closes by going scorched earth on Jerry Jones after the announcement that the Cowboys have traded Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers (2:01:49). As always, you can find Evan and Aaron on NBA Threads Also, don't f...
2025-08-292h 20The Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceWNBA Parity and the Effects of Expansion w/ Bob BellottiAaron Bollwinkel interviews Substack writer and longtime analyst Bob Bellotti about his recent findings regarding the ways in which the WNBA’s parity is affected based on expansion, and what that will likely mean for the league as it embarks on its most aggressive period of growth yet.Follow Bob’s work hereCheck out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2025-08-2633 minNo GimmesJust Because It’s an Imperative Doesn’t Make It a Reality (Atlantic Division Preview)Aaron and Evan Tip-Off by talking about the rapid ascendance of Dominique Malonga and the inevitability of the Minnesota Lynx. They then do a Vibe Check on the release of some of the more important games of the NBA schedule for the forthcoming season (26:58). Afterwards, the guys preview the Atlantic Division (40:55), featuring the Brooklyn Nets (41:26), Toronto Raptors (59:10), Philadelphia 76ers (1:11:07), Boston Celtics (1:25:04), and New York Knicks (1:37:30). WNBA sex toy incidents may be linked to cryptocurrency group’s money schemeAs always, you can...
2025-08-132h 05No GimmesThe Maverick with a Stallion (Southwest Division Preview)Aaron and Evan tip off with a whole smattering of WNBA talk, including a discussion of the comments made by Self-Oppression Barbie, the end of the Aces, and new faces in new places. Then they discuss the Luka Dončić contract extension (26:55), followed by their Southwest Division preview (34:43) featuring the New Orleans Pelicans (35:21), Dallas Mavericks (45:45), Memphis Grizzlies (1:02:51), San Antonio Spurs (1:16:45), and Houston Rockets (1:38:39). Finally, Evan cooks up a whole-ass meal when he unloads about the current state of the Yankees (1:56:24). Howard Bec...
2025-08-062h 11The Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceContender Building in the Era of Parity w/ Howard BeckRay and Aaron interview The Ringer senior writer Howard Beck about the different ways in which teams are going about building contenders in Adam Silver's new era of parity. Link to Howard's original story: There’s No Right Way to Build an NBA Contender AnymoreCheck out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2025-08-0537 minNo GimmesSally Jessy A-T-L (Southeast Division Preview)Aaron and Evan Tip-Off by discussing the Mikal Bridges contract extension before getting into the skinny Luka article (17:25) and the spate of bad media personalities getting the axe this week. Then, the guys start their series of NBA divisional previews by discussing what to expect from the Southeast Division (33:14) featuring the Charlotte Hornets (34:46), Washington Wizards (46:46), Miami Heat (58:52), Atlanta Hawks (1:15:47), and Orlando Magic (1:32:19), before closing with what they've seen recently around the WNBA (1:49:17). As always, you can find Evan a...
2025-08-012h 06No GimmesAn Appeal for More Nuance in the Basketball Discourse and Summer Fun in the Scorching Vegas SunAaron and Evan open by diving into the dredges of the discourse around ranking Kobe Bryant and the all-time greats, the disingenuous dialogue surrounding Caitlin Clark, and why people need to show some chill on the Noah Essengue play (19:03). Then Aaron shares what he saw during the first five days of Las Vegas Summer League (24:28). That’s followed by a round of 3-up/3-down on free agency (1:03:45), before the guys close with a discussion about what’s happening around the W as we approach the All-Star break (1:35:46). As...
2025-07-161h 52The Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceDigging Deeper Into The Draft w/Nick Agar-JohnsonRay and Aaron are joined by Nick Agar-Johnson of No Ceilings and the Kings Weekly Podcast to review the 2025 NBA Draft. They start out by giving their first impressions in the wake of the draft, and discuss the impact that NIL had on this year's class. Then, they break down the biggest storylines from the draft, including some of their favorite and most confusing draft hauls. Finally, they wrap up by briefly highlighting some of the top players in the 2026 NBA Draft class and how their years might play out in the lead-up to next year's draft cycle.
2025-07-0259 min
No CeilingsDeep Dives: 2025 NBA Draft ReviewNick is joined by Ray LeBov and Aaron Bollwinkel of Basketball Intelligence and the Unrestricted Area podcast to review the 2025 NBA Draft. They start out by giving their first impressions in the wake of the draft, and discuss the impact that NIL had on this year's class. Then, they break down the biggest storylines from the draft, including some of their favorite and most confusing draft hauls. Finally, they wrap up by briefly highlighting some of the top players in the 2026 NBA Draft class and how their years might play out in the lead-up to next year's draft cycle.
2025-07-021h 03No GimmesFree Agency Is NighWith the NBA's official free agent period beginning in mere hours, Aaron and Evan talk about the significant signings and trades that have already occurred—beginning with a discussion of another offseason where LeBron wants people to know how much he wants to win, while the Clippers commit to another likely first-round exit. Rafael Stone apparently agrees with Aaron's optimistic speculation on Jabari Smith Jr (31:11). Aaron goes scorched earth on the Pelicans’ last week of decisions (39:54). And then, a discussion about what the Malik Beasley news does for Detroit's offseason plans (1:05:54). Link...
2025-06-301h 36No GimmesThe Thunder Have Been Heard and Lots of Early Offseason NoiseEvan basks in the warm afterglow of Oklahoma City's championship parade as he and Aaron discuss the directions for both Finals teams following a wonderful series, including the importance of toilets (40:00) for the Thunder's forthcoming arena. Then, the guys break down all the early trades (1:09:25) happening as the league hits the ground running in what has already been a very active offseason. As always, you can find Evan and Aaron on NBA Threads Also, don't forget to subscribe to Live. Breathe. Ball. and Basketball Intelligence to get even m...
2025-06-252h 07No GimmesJ-Double-DubEvan and Aaron give their immediate reactions to what shall henceforth be known as "The Jalen Williams Game," as OKC gets a huge win on the back of a 40-point performance from their third-year forward. Plus, we give our feelings on the Desmond Bane deal.As always, you can find Evan and Aaron on NBA Threads Also, don't forget to subscribe to Live...
2025-06-171h 26No GimmesThe Thunder Clap BackEvan and Aaron give their immediate reactions to a very assertive Oklahoma City game 2 victory. As always, you can find Evan and Aaron on NBA Threads Also, don't forget to subscribe to Live. Breathe. Ball. and Basketball Intelligence to get even more basketball insight.
2025-06-0936 minNo GimmesThe Legend of Haliburton GrowsAaron and Evan give their immediate reactions to a wild NBA Finals game 1 comeback victory that feels all too familiar from these never-say-die Pacers. As always, you can find Evan and Aaron on NBA Threads Also, don't forget to subscribe to Live. Breathe. Ball. and Basketball Intelligence to get even more basketball insight.
2025-06-0635 minNo GimmesNBA Finals Preview and a Whole Lot of The WEvan and Aaron discuss the NBA's coaching carousel, what to expect in the Thunder–Pacers matchup (32:40), and what they are seeing around the WNBA in its first two weeks (1:20:56). As always, you can find Evan and Aaron on NBA Threads Also, don't forget to subscribe to Live. Breathe. Ball. and Basketball Intelligence to get even more basketball insight.
2025-06-052h 00No GimmesJulius Randle ReformationAaron and Evan tip off by getting into the ramifications of what appears to be a major injury for Jayson Tatum and what that means for the Celtics, both present and future. Then they touch on the Cavaliers struggling to keep pace in their second-round series and what that may mean for their future (23:50). That's followed by the resident Thunder fanatic confusing his Jalen/Jaylin's (53:56), and then the time-honored broadcasting tradition of complaining about the postseason officiating (1:06:05). The guys then get into potential landing spots for Jonathan Kuminga (1:21:22) and do some...
2025-05-132h 04No GimmesSomeone Tell The New Avengers That Anthony Edwards Is Collecting Infinity StonesAaron and Evan start by performing autopsies on the Clippers (2:10) and Rockets (14:31), including a discussion on whether Houston should trade for KD, Giannis, or a very intriguing Door Number 3 (26:00). That’s followed by second-round playoff talk, featuring a take on the Knicks that immediately goes badly (33:10), an aside about how Bill Raferty seems like a good hang (38:56), and a conversation about who would you rather have: Tyrese Haliburton or Donovan Mitchell (47:34). The guys then close by delving into the Denver–Oklahoma City (57:40) and Minnesota–Golden State...
2025-05-061h 37No GimmesKiller Kawhi and Early Playoff ImpressionsAaron starts out by immediately pissing off Boston fans with his take on Payton Pritchard winning Sixth Man of the Year (2:53). Then the guys have a conversation about the Magic's lack of offensive trickery and the return of Franz's woeful long-range shooting (23:46). Aaron then cooks some Greek food (54:33), followed by some awe-induced gushing about Kawhi Leonard's Game 2 performance (1:17:28), before he and Evan upset Knicks fans--again--with even more animus-inspiring takes on Jalen Brunson's foul-baiting (1:29:48). As always, you can find Evan and Aaron on NBA Threads
2025-04-231h 59No GimmesPlay-In/Playoff PreviewAaron and Evan briefly discuss Paige Bueckers being selected as the number one overall pick in the WNBA Draft before diving into the far more depressing conversation of the setting Suns (9:30). That’s followed by an in-depth breakdown of this week’s Play-In games (20:01). Then, the boys get into the 3–6 and 4–5 matchups in both the Eastern (1:09:09) and Western Conferences (1:36:50) before wrapping up with some talk of the NBA's Final Day All-Stars (2:08:32). KAT's "Oh my God!" compilationAs always, you can find Evan and Aaron...
2025-04-152h 12No GimmesPost Malone and the Ballast BunchAaron and Evan talk about Luka's return to Dallas before jumping into the shocking firing of Michael Malone (3:32). Then, the pair give you two hours of conversation about the ten teams that won't be competing in the NBA's postseason, including some serious questions about what direction Utah is heading (1:04:09), reaffirming our fealty to Lord Deni (1:15:18), and then Aaron blowing Evan's mind with a hypothetical trade involving the Greek Freak (1:58:35). As always, you can find Evan and Aaron on NBA Threads Also, don't forget to s...
2025-04-102h 19The Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceMarch Badness w/Eric KoreenNick and Ray talk with The Athletic's Eric Koreen about his recent article detailing the issues concerning the quality of basketball come March for the NBA. The discussion touches on how to de-incentivize tanking, as well as the merits of potentially shortening the NBA season. Click here to read Eric's piece. Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2025-04-0334 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceRefMasters w/Sony TiwariRay LeBov and Nick Agar-Johnson talk with Sony Tiwari, Co-Founder and CEO of RefMasters, a platform created to educate people on officiating. The three discuss the mechanics of the platform and the community fostered around it, as well as several different areas of discussion regarding refereeing habits and common misconceptions of officiating.Check out RefMasters hereCheck out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2025-04-0359 min
Show About SportsNBA Postseason Contenders & Pretenders with Evan & Aaron from the No Gimmes PodcastWhat's up everyone, and welcome back!
March is wrapping up and April is right around the corner, so what better time to start talking postseason basketball in the NBA.
I am joined by Evan and Aaron from the No Gimmes podcast to help me breakdown each playoff contending team in the two conferences to get a gut check on who has what it takes to win a title this season.
If you don't already, make sure to follow me (@griffin_prock), Evan (eternally_evan_evan), and Aaron (@aaron_bollwinkel) on Threads for all...
2025-03-281h 14No GimmesDeni Avdija FanboysWe talk about the NCAA's March Madness (8:03) and the NBA's March Badness (11:40). Aaron gives you his insider's guide to bracket mediocrity (19:42). Then, we have a long conversation about the Celtics sale that almost sounds like we know what we're talking about (21:30). We clarify who the real Big 3 in LA is (52:35) before discussing a Franz for Trae hypothetical trade (1:11:16). Finally, we discover a mutual affinity for Deni Avdija (1:34:05) before Evan swats away the SGA slander (1:51:54). As always, y...
2025-03-262h 05No GimmesDark Alley All-StarsEvan rants about arbitrary accolades while Aaron claims he loves historical stats—right before botching a big one. We work in a Ricky Davis reference (10:41)! Somewhere around the conversation about Steph's possibility of making it to 5,000 career threes, Aaron's audio starts acting right (20:57). Then, we give you our 3-up/3-down and problem/problematic players before delving into a conversation about the league's most menacing players (1:36:44). As always, you can find Evan and Aaron on NBA Threads Also, don't forget to subscribe to Liv...
2025-03-192h 07The Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceThe Best Young Defensive Wings w/Nick Agar-JohnsonRay and Aaron speak with Nick Agar-Johnson, Editor-in-Chief and staff writer for No Ceilings and co-host of the Kings Weekly podcast, about the ten most exciting wing defenders in the NBA. Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2025-03-111h 00No GimmesHeart and Hustle w/David RushingWe got our first guest! The Mayor of NBA Threads and co-star of The Corner Three podcast, David Rushing, joins us for a little victory lap on the Lakers. We also talk pretenders/contenders in both conferences and finish with a draft tailored toward the players giving it their all without always getting the glory. Give the meal some timeBasketball intelligenceAs always, you can find Evan and Aaron on NBA Threads Also, don't forget to subscribe to Live. Breathe. Ball. and Basketball Intelligence to get even more basketball insight.
2025-03-112h 13No GimmesStop! Mallet Time!Who's worse off: PHI or DAL? What Aaron saw around the league over the last week. Plenty of Eastern Conference conversation. And a chance we have drawn the attention of Kash Patel. 2:28 PHI vs. DAL for the yuck championship17:52 Palace intrigue with Kyrie?21:38 What Aaron has seen around the league of late23:58 Hunting Darius Garland26:24 What the hell is Mallet Finger?33:03 Can Boston b...
2025-03-081h 22The Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceNot All NBA Offenses Are The SameAaron Bollwinkel talks with The Athletic's Law Murray about the false notion that all NBA offenses are operating the same, the 40/20 club, and the state of the Clippers.Law's articles discussed in this interview:What stands out and what separates NBA teams’ offensive identities? - The AthleticLuka Dončić is new to Lakers-Clippers rivalry, but he’s far from an unfamiliar faceNBA Power Rankings: Cavaliers claim top spot; Lakers, Warriors are lurkingCheck out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA st...
2025-02-281h 01No GimmesBring Back Rock N' Jock!We talk All-Star Weekend and reform... sort of. Also, the two-thirds-of-the-way-through-the-season awards. (Oh... we get it, midseason just sounds better.) Plus, who would win a coaches' fighting tournament, LeBron James conspiracies, and much more... PLEASE DONATE TO DOUG'S DYING TO SERVE TOUR1:21 Tip-Off: All-Star Game Conversation3:40 "Back in my day"5:03 Tyler Herro won?8:01 Inside the NBA is here to stay9:37 Aaron thinks a Bachelor's Dergee in Sociology e...
2025-02-182h 06No GimmesWho The Hell is Brandon Graham?Evan and Aaron put a button on trade season talk, predict the final standings for both conferences, meander about the G-League, and talk more Toronto Raptors than any pod this side of the International Boundary.Please send us any questions you would like to have answered for next Monday's mailbag. As always, you can find Evan and Aaron on NBA Threads Also, don't forget to subscribe to Live. Breathe. Ball. and Basketball Intelligence to get even more basketball insight.
2025-02-112h 11The Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceJimmy Butler Trade and the State of The Warriors with Sam GordonAaron Bollwinkel interviews San Francisco Chronicle Warriors beat writer, Sam Gordon, about the Jimmy Butler trade, the state of several of the Warriors' young players, and what to expect for the team down the stretch of the season following their blockbuster deal.Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2025-02-0852 minNo GimmesDallas Did What Now?!?!?!?!?!Evan and Aaron talk about the trade that collectively shook the world, the Fantastic Mr. Fox going to Texas, and a whole slew of hypothetical deals that passed the trade machine's approval, in this trade-centric third episode of No Gimmes. As always, you can find Evan and Aaron on NBA Threads Also, don't forget to subscribe to Live. Breathe. Ball. and Basketball Intelligence to get even more basketball insight.
2025-02-042h 04The Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball Intelligence"Basketball Beyond Paper" interview with Dean OliverRay LeBov and Aaron Bollwinkel interview Dean Oliver, the author of Basketball Beyond Paper and one of the most important figures in the history of sports analytics.Click the links below to purchase your copy of Dean's incredible book: Basketball beyond Paper - Nebraska PressAmazon.com : basketball beyond paperCheck out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2025-02-011h 00No GimmesSatman and DodginIn Episode 2, Evan and Aaron discuss the Sixers ceramic duo, All-Star Game balloting and potential reforms, the Celtics and Mavs looking like distant versions of their Finals selves, more Pelicans talk than anyone outside of NOLA is giving you, and much more...Link to Jonathan Wasserman interviewAs always, you can find Evan and Aaron on NBA Threads Also, don't forget to subscribe to Live. Breathe. Ball. and Basketball Intelligence to get even more basketball insight.
2025-01-211h 50The Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceNBA Draft talk with Jonathan WassermanIt's never too early to start talking about the draft, but here at The Unrestricted Area, we were fortunate enough to be the first to pick the brain of Bleacher Report's draft expert, Jonathan Wasserman, who recently dropped his Mock Draft 2.0. Aaron Bollwinkel (Live. Breathe. Ball. and No Gimmes) and Jonathan talk about his current projected lottery, players above and below the radar, all the comps, and much more regarding this year's exciting draft class. Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2025-01-171h 21No GimmesJimmy Holds GrudgesEvan and Aaron talk about the ongoing Jimmy Butler drama, the Pistons hitting on all cylinders, the sad state of the Warriors, and so much more, in this, the maiden voyage of the all-new No Gimmes podcastAs always, you can find Evan and Aaron on NBA Threads Also, don't forget to subscribe to Live. Breathe. Ball. and Basketball Intelligence to get even more basketball insight.
2025-01-141h 57The Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball Intelligence"Balls of Confusion" interview with author Bob KuskaRay LeBov and Aaron Bollwinkel interview author and basketball historian Bob Kuska about his new book, Balls of Confusion: Pro Basketball Goes to War (1965-1970)—the most in-depth look we've been provided about the early days of the ABA. Please click the link to purchase your own copy of Bob's excellently written book: Balls of Confusion: Pro Basketball Goes to War (1965-1970): Kuska, Bob: 9798990585102: Amazon.com: BooksCheck out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
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Bench Mob Ent.NBA Threads 2024 Recap | Episode 361Tune in to the latest episode of the Bench Mob Ent. Pod as we collab with some of the members from NBA Threads to discuss out favorite Olympic moments, favorite players from NBA season, the best moments of NBA Threads in 2024, and more!Thread Accounts To Follow From This Episode :1) Kai ➡️ https://www.threads.net/@suns_phonatics?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==2) Chris ➡️ https://www.threads.net/@clsmoothx?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==3) Rush ➡️ https://www.threads.net/@yorush?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==4) Doug Christie Stunt Double...
2024-12-301h 05Show About SportsNBA Cup Review, Plus Overall Season Check In with Chris Lindsey & Aaron BollwinkelWhat's up everyone, and welcome back!
The NBA Cup is behind us and we are marching our way through December... so there is no better time to get updated on what's going on around the league.
Luckily I've got some of the best voices in the space in Chris Lindsey and Aaron Bollwinkel joining me again on the pod today!
We cover a bunch of topics today:
- NBA Cup review
- Dealing with the injury problem around the league
- Who are the best coaches in...
2024-12-191h 39The Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceRookie ImpactRay Lebov (@ticketrules) talks with BI’s own, Aaron Bollwinkel, from Live. Breathe. Ball., as well as draft expert, Nick Agar-Johnson, from No Ceilings, about their thoughts regarding who they believe will be this season’s most impactful rookies.Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2024-10-231h 21Show About Sports2024-25 NBA Season Preview with NBAThreads GuestsWhat's up everyone, and welcome back!
We've got a jam packed episode this week as we prepare for the 2024-25 NBA Season to kickoff here on Tuesday Oct. 22!
What better way to discuss all things NBA than with the biggest collection of voices Show About Sports has ever seen? In this episode you will hear from not only myself, but all these amazing personalities as well. I had the pleasure of hosting...
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- @aaron_bollwinkel
- @clsmoothx
- @yorush
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2024-10-211h 10The Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceNBA Shooting Coach Marc Campbell on his best bets for the seasonMike Shearer (@bballispoetry) talks with NBA shooting coach Marc Campbell (@LowManHelp) about the teams they feel Vegas misjudged. Marc is the writer of the Low Man Help Substack and host of the
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Orange FuturesEpisode 33: Nets, Clips, Aces, Libs, Dems, Ben's, Dunes... ft. Aaron BollwinkelAaron Bollwinkle joins the boys today to discuss the silver lining in the Nets, the bright lights of the Clips futility, WNBA elite, and more. Like, Subscribe, Share, let us know what you think!
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2024-08-191h 14The Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceFrench Basketball, the Olympics, and the NBA, with Dr. Lindsay Sarah KrasnoffMike Shearer and Ray LeBov speak with Dr. Lindsay Sarah Krasnoff, a leading world expert on sports diplomacy and French sporting history. Dr. Krasnoff speaks to us from Paris, where she’s attending the Olympics.We cover basketball’s place in the French sporting world, what sports diplomacy is and how it has real-world impacts, how Tony Parker and Joakim Noah helped turn around the mindset of the national team, why the French pipeline to the NBA is so strong right now (and why it will stay strong in the future), expectations for the French men’s and wo...
2024-08-051h 00Show About SportsPredicting NBA Step Forward, Step Back, and Stay the Same Teams for 2024-25 Season With Aaron BollwinkelWhat's up everyone, and welcome back!
NBA offseason moves are starting to settle, so there has never been a better time to start predicting what teams we think will take a step forward, a step backwards, or stay the same next year.
And who better to have on for this topic then NBA Substack writer and NBAThreads very own, Aaron Bollwinkel!
Aaron is a writer who covers all things basketball on his Substack newsletter, "Live. Breathe. Ball." He is also being one of the OG contributors to the NBAThreads community on Meta's Thread a...
2024-07-261h 18The Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceAtlanta Hawks' play-by-play legend Bob RathbunMike Shearer (@bballispoetry) and Ray LeBov (@raylebov) are delighted to chat with Atlanta Hawks’ broadcaster Bob Rathbun. We discuss load management, the burden of travel, why broadcasters knew something had changed with the officiating before anyone else, the state of the Hawks, the excitement around the #1 pick, and much more!Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2024-06-2548 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceDid the NBA's changes cause all these playoff injuries? w/ James Herbert, CBS SportsRay LeBov and Mike Shearer chat with James Herbert of CBS Sports. We primarily cover James’ piece discussing whether or not the NBA’s regular-season alterations, like the IST and officiating changes, had an impact on the wave of injuries afflicting the playoffs.We also leave plenty of room for Finals coverage, including how the Mavericks can claw their way back into the fight, and spend a few moments on how to fix the All-Star game (not sure how we got there!).It’s a wide-ranging, enjoyable conversation. Thanks for listening!Check out the da...
2024-06-121h 00The Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceDean Oliver on what to watch for in the NBA Finals and his new bookMike Shearer(@bballispoetry) and Ray LeBov (@raylebov) are once again delighted to chat with the legendary analytics pioneer Dean Oliver (@DeanO_Lytics).We cover some anecdotes and insights from his forthcoming book (Basketball Beyond Paper, now available for preorder on Amazon!), including a story about Shane Battier and the Observer Effect.We also dive deep into the NBA Finals, with Dean giving us a taste of what he’s excited to watch (can Lively still succeed in the short roll?), some underlying statistical indicators he’ll be tracking (how successful are Dallas post-ups?), how teams use...
2024-06-0647 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceBill Walton's life and legacy, with Kerry EggersMike Shearer and Ray LeBov speak with Kerry Eggers about Bill Walton. Eggers spoke with more than a dozen of Waltons’ closest associates to paint a complete picture of the player and the man. He wrote a compelling piece that warranted further discussion.We also spend some time discussing why Wilt Chamberlain should be the GOAT, for some reason.It’s an insightful conversation that we think you’ll enjoy!Kerry’s story can be found here: https://www.kerryeggers.com/stories/big-red-is-gone-no-one-did-it-like-he-did-itCheck out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for...
2024-06-0536 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligencePlayoff Standouts and SurprisesRay LeBov and Mike Shearer break down some of the 2024 playoffs’ biggest surprises and standouts. They discuss the new wave of superstars, coaching improvements, the officiating, injury resilience, and so much more.Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2024-06-0329 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceDean Oliver on offensive rebounding, momentum, and his new book, Basketball Beyond PaperOnce again, Ray LeBov and Mike Shearer speak with the godfather of modern NBA analytics, Dean Oliver.Dean talks about the trade-off between offensive rebounding and transition defense, the existence of momentum, what he'd tell armchair analysts today, and his new book, Basketball Beyond Paper, in which he quantifies some of the ways to train and improve players (among many other things).Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2023-11-1341 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceLife in the G, with author Alex SquadronBI’s Mike Shearer and Ray LeBov are joined by Alex Squadron, who recently authored a book called Life in the G: Minor League Basketball and the Relentless Pursuit of the NBA.We talk about his season embedded with the Birmingham Squadron (no relation to Alex) and what he learned while covering the players, coaches, and staff during a uniquely tumultuous time. He describes the choice every G-Leaguer has to make between earning good money playing overseas or staying closer to their NBA dream, what his writing process was like, and why players should always, always double-check th...
2023-09-2552 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligencePotential NBA rule changes, with former NBA official Ronnie Nunn and Bleacher Report's Andy BaileyBasketball Intelligence's Mike Shearer (@bbballispoetry) and Ray LeBov (@RayLebov) speak with Bleacher Report's Andy Bailey (who authored a story suggesting these changes) and former Director of Officiating Ronnie Nunn about some potential rule changes the NBA could adopt to improve the game.The conversation covers the feasibility of live-ball rebounds, the impact of fewer timeouts (and what refs are doing when teams are huddled up), a history of flopping, what should be done about block/charge calls, and the difficulties of getting to a 2-hour game. Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net f...
2023-09-2159 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceKnicks-Raptors lawsuit, with Seth Partnow and Mike KasdanBasketball Intelligence is joined by NBA analyst Seth Partnow and intellectual property expert Mike Kasdan to discuss the wild Knicks-Raptors lawsuit. It's a fascinating deep dive filled with legal and basketball nuances as they discuss trade secrets, how much of a competitive edge the Raptors could really gain, how common this is within the league, damages, and much more. Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2023-08-2444 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceDean Oliver on analytics and coachingRay LeBov and Mike Shearer speak with the godfather of NBA analytics, Dean Oliver. He discusses why we're talking about defense wrong, his new book, how coaching is different than a front office role, Kristaps Porzingis' love of numbers, and how the four factors have changed over time.Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2023-08-2140 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball Intelligence2023 NBA Draft Thoughts, with Adam SpinellaRay and Mike speak with The Box And One's Adam Spinella, the multitalented coach and scout. We discuss his favorite picks, his issues with quiet personalities being unfairly judged, an awesome Cam Whitmore story, Anthony Black's shooting mechanic, second-round steals, and more!Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2023-06-2941 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceKrysten Peek on the 2023 NBA DraftRay LeBov and Corban Ford talk with Krysten Peek, draft expert from Yahoo Sports. On the eve of the draft, she talks about Brandon Miller vs. Scoot Henderson, some risers and fallers, how she navigates the flood of misinformation at this time of year, what it's like watching these young men grow up over the years, and more! Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2023-06-2126 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceFran Fraschilla on USA 3x3 BasketballMike Shearer and Ray LeBov interview Fran Fraschilla, the longtime coach, scout, and analyst, to discuss his new role coaching the USA Men's 3x3 team. They talk about the upcoming Olympics, the thrill of representing the USA, the shadow of the Serbians, how Fran developed his international scouting expertise, and how he shut down Michael Malone in college.Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2023-06-2041 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceThe National Basketball Retired Players Association, with President and CEO Scott RochelleBasketball Intelligence's Ray LeBov and Mike Shearer host Scott Rochelle, head of the National Basketball Retired Players Association, for a fascinating conversation about players' lives after basketball. They talk about the evolution of the NBRPA, the health, educational, and community work it provides for members and communities, how it presents emerging business opportunities to members, the impressive impact of its WNBA cohort, and so much more. Enjoy!Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2023-06-0941 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceMarch Madness! The Most Interesting NBA Prospects in the Tourney, with Nathan GrubelRay LeBov of Basketball Intelligence is joined by No Ceilings' Nathan Grubel to discuss some of the most interesting future NBA players in the NCAA Tournament today.Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2023-03-1538 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceStephen Cagan from NBA University on the Orlando MagicBasketball Intelligence's Mike Shearer talks with Stephen Cagan from NBA University about all things Magic. Come for the discussion about Franz Wagner's upside, Paolo Banchero's defense, and Markelle Fultz's surprisingly positive fit on the team, but stay to hear about Wendell Carter's weirdly normal proportions!Stephen also offers his insights into Jonathan Isaac, Jalen Suggs, the Magic front office, and more!Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2023-01-1958 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball Intelligence8 Surprising Rookies, with Maxwell Baumbach of No CeilingsHosts Mike Shearer and Ray LeBov speak with Maxwell Baumbach, from the No Ceilings NBA draft collective, about eight rookies who have exceeded expectations.They discuss what expectations were coming out of college, how they've been successful in the NBA, and what circumstances have allowed them to succeed in the league.In order:Andrew NembhardDyson DanielsWalker KesslerTari EasonAJ GriffinDavid Roddy Christian KolokoChristian BraunCheck out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from a...
2022-12-2159 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceThe #BeamTeam, with The Athletic's Sam AmickWe get into the the Kings' offseason additions, the impact of coach Mike Brown on the team's defense, De'Aaron Fox's resurgence, the repercussions of the Tyrese Haliburton trade for Domantas Sabonis, and, of course, the victory beam (and just how bright that thing is!).Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2022-12-0255 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceWhat To Make Of The Wolves, with Chris HineMike Shearer and Ray LeBov talk with Chris Hine from the Star Tribune about the Minnesota Timberwolves' start to the season. We cover KAT, Gobert, rebounding, meeting expectations, Anthony Edwards, the popularity of Jordan McLaughlin, D'Angelo Russell, Popeyes, and more!Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2022-11-2740 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceThe Surprising Blazers, with The Athletic's Jason QuickRay and Mike talk with Jason about all things Blazers, including the team's surprising defense, Shaedon Sharpe, Chauncey Billups, Damian Lillard, Joe Cronin, and why Josh Hart might be Jason's favorite Blazer this yearCheck out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2022-11-1843 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceThe Refreshing Indiana Pacers, with Caitlin CooperRay and Mike talk with analyst nonpareil Caitlin Cooper of Indy Cornrows about the surprisingly fun Indiana Pacers. We dive into the Haliburton/Mathurin backcourt, the Pacers’ unconventional lineups, why Buddy Hield is the best option to guard power forwards, Tyrese’s tricky low gather, and much more!Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2022-11-1141 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceThe Utah Jazz's Hot Start with Sarah Todd and Eric WaldenToday, Basketball Intelligence’s Ray LeBov and Mike Shearer talk with Utah Jazz reporters Sarah Todd, of Deseret News, and Eric Walden, of The Salt Lake Tribune. We cover the end of the old Jazz, coach Will Hardy, the team’s fast start (and its sustainability), Collin Sexton, Lauri Markkanen, and why Eric’s vacations are a good luck charm for Utah.Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2022-10-2638 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceNBA Front Offices On Mock Drafts, Misinformation And More With Adam Finkelstein Of 247SportsToday on The Unrestricted Area, we interview Adam Finkelstein, the director of scouting at 247Sports and college basketball insider at CBS Sports, who wrote a fascinating piece interviewing front office executives and scouts about the early draft process. He touches upon how teams play the misinformation game, when teams actually start ranking players on their big board, how front offices feel about mock drafts, and what separates good scouts from great ones (hint: it's not the basketball acumen). It's an awesome peek behind the curtain at a secretive but essential process. Click here for his story at 247...
2022-10-2543 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceCentral Division Preview with Marques JohnsonHosts Mike Shearer and Ray LeBov talk to former NBA All-Star and current color analyst for the Milwaukee Bucks Marques Johnson for a Central Division Preview. We cover all five teams, touching upon the Bucks' injury situations (and opportunities they open for younger players), Patrick Williams' struggles, Johnson's high-ish hopes for the Pacers, why you should never wear an earring to an interview, and much more as he delivers his trademark brand of insightful commentary and insider anecdotes.Table of Contents:Intro: Milwaukee 12': Cleveland18': Chicago28': Indiana33...
2022-10-1846 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball Intelligence2022-2023 Season Preview with David Thorpe and Mike ShearerHosts Ray LeBov and Mike Shearer have a wide-ranging chat with coach and TrueHoop analyst David Thorpe. 0'-23': Which teams are contenders? What should Golden State do with Draymond?23': Which teams have the widest variance?35': Who are the most impactful new additions?46': Vic Wembanyama and the possibility of a tankathon56': Why coach Thorpe thinks NBA coaching is at an all-time lowCheck out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2022-10-081h 09The Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball Intelligence"The Oldest Professional Basketball League" with Syl SobelRay LeBov and Michael Shearer of Basketball Intelligence talk with Syl Sobel, who co-authored a book on the Eastern Professional Basketball League, an early competitor to the NBA. They discuss the EPBL's rise and fall, racial quotas in the nascent NBA, and much more in this fascinating look back at the oldest professional basketball league in the country.Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2022-08-281h 05The Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball Intelligence2022 NBA Pre-Draft Show with Fran Fraschilla and Krysten PeekJust days ahead of the 2022 NBA Draft, Ray is joined by two goliaths in the basketball world—ESPN Draft Analyst Fran Fraschilla and Yahoo Sports Draft Analyst Krysten Peek—for their thoughts on the upcoming class and the nuances of their craft. They start by discussing players who challenge the consensus (1:09) before moving on to the ideal landing spots for 'the big three' of Chet Holmgren, Paolo Banchero and Jabari Smith Jr. (6:50). Fran and Krysten share their takes on which prospects weren't able to show their full potential (16:08). Their conversation concludes with a dialogue about draft philosophy and navigating rumo...
2022-06-2148 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceReviewing the 2021 NBA Rookies with Jeremy WooWhile most people are looking ahead at the 2022 NBA Draft, The Unrestricted Area is looking back at a surprising 2021 draft class and its performance versus pre-draft expectations. To break down the action, Ray and Dylan are joined by Jeremy Woo of Sports Illustrated. They discuss each of the following prospects: Cade Cunningham, Evan Mobley, Scottie Barnes, Jalen Green, Josh Giddey, Jonathan Kuminga, Franz Wagner, Jalen Suggs, Ziaire Williams, Herb Jones and Jose Alvarado.Follow Ray on Twitter @ticketrulesFollow Jeremy on Twitter @JeremyWooThe Unrestricted Area is produced by @DylanHCarterCheck out the...
2022-05-2035 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball Intelligence'The Midrange Theory' and NBA rule changes with Seth PartnowRay is joined by basketball analytics pioneer Seth Partnow to discuss his new book, 'The Midrange Theory,' and related topics. These include what makes analytics abstract to some sports fans & professionals (4:02), how the concepts dissected in Seth's book apply to the NBA and most recent rule changes (13:56), and how NBA teams apply analytics (28:36).Follow Ray on Twitter @ticketrulesFollow Seth on Twitter @SethPartnowBuy Seth's book: (Tap here to visit Triumph Books)The Unrestricted Area is produced by @DylanHCarterCheck out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for...
2021-12-1152 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceEvaluating the NBA's Best Young Defenders with Adam SpinellaDefense is returning in a big way this NBA season and a new generation of star perimeter defenders is carving its path. To discuss this revelation, Ray is joined by Head Coach Adam Spinella of Boys' Latin School (MD) and 'The Box and One.' The tandem discusses six players: Luguentz Dort (3:58), Matisse Thybulle (5:50), Davion Mitchell (8:38), Gary Payton II (13:11) Devin Vassell (15:40), Jae'Sean Tate (22:59), and Herb Jones (26:12). They close out with a conversation about defensive philosophy, the influence of coaching, and scouting for defense. Subscribe to Basketball Intelligence on Substuck: basketballintelligence.substack.comFollow Ray...
2021-11-1044 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball Intelligence'If I Ran an NBA Scouting Department' with Adam SpinellaRay is joined by Head Coach Adam Spinella of Boys' Latin School (MD) and 'The Box and One' to discuss his recent piece entitled If I Ran an NBA Scouting Department, which considers the intricacies of professional basketball scouting and a few rules of thumb to ensure a successful operation.Subscribe to Basketball Intelligence on Substuck: basketballintelligence.substack.comFollow Ray on Twitter @ticketrulesFollow Adam on Twitter @Spinella14/@TheBoxAndOne_Subscribe to The Box and One on Substack: theboxandone.substack.comThe Unrestricted Area is produced by @DylanHCarterCheck out the d...
2021-10-1741 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceNBA Team-Building Philosophies & Approaches with John HollingerThe Athletic's John Hollinger joins Ray LeBov to look around the league and share some insight regarding the nuances of modern-day team-building. The conversation was sparked by a recent article published by Hollinger entitled In a suddenly win-now NBA, what happens later? Subscribe to Basketball Intelligence on Substuck: basketballintelligence.substack.comFollow Ray on Twitter @ticketrulesFollow John on Twitter @JohnHollingerThe Unrestricted Area is produced by @DylanHCarterCheck out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!
2021-09-0531 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball Intelligence2021 NBA Draft Preview with Fran Fraschilla and Adam SpinellaRay is joined by two special guests: Famed basketball coach and analyst Fran Fraschilla and Adam Spinella, Head Coach at the Boys' Latin School of Maryland. During the episode, they break down the latest NBA draft class including a wide variety of prospects. In this episode, you'll gain valuable insight into how they analyze prospects during the pre-draft process. Follow Ray on Twitter @ticketrulesFollow Fran on Twitter @franfraschillaFollow Adam on Twitter @Spinella14Check out the best in basketball writing at basketballintelligence.substack.com.Check out the daily newsletter at...
2021-07-241h 01The Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceExploring Basketball Analytics with Seth PartnowIn today's episode, Ray LeBov is joined by Seth Partnow, a renowned pioneer in basketball analytics and NBA Analyst for The Athletic. Their conversation begins by touching on Seth's long list of accomplishments before discussing the role of analytics in front office/coaching at the professional level, how to properly apply analytics and how they're impacting the game today.Follow Seth on Twitter @SethPartnowFollow Ray on Twitter @ticketrulesThe Unrestricted Area is produced by @DylanHCarterCheck out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from...
2021-05-0232 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceReflecting on Archie Clark, Billy McGill (Part 2) with authors Bob Kuska & Eric BrachRay is re-joined by authors of biographical books about the careers of influential basketball players. Eric Brach shares stories of the subject of his book, 'Billy "the Hill" and the Jump Hook: The Autobiography of a Forgotten Basketball Legend.' Bob Kuska discusses the creative process behind his book, 'Shake and Bake: The Life and Times of NBA Great Archie Clark,' and the legacy that Clark left on the game. In Part 2 of their conversation, the trio discusses the role of race in these players' experiences, what it's like to get a basketball book published, and s...
2021-04-2252 minThe Unrestricted Area Presented by Basketball IntelligenceReflecting on Archie Clark, Billy McGill with authors Bob Kuska & Eric BrachRay is joined by two authors of biographical books recalling the careers of influential basketball players. Bob Kuska discusses the creative process behind his book, 'Shake and Bake: The Life and Times of NBA Great Archie Clark,' and the legacy that Clark left on the game. Eric Brach shares stories of the subject of his book, 'Billy "the Hill" and the Jump Hook:The Autobiography of a Forgotten Basketball Legend.'Follow Ray on Twitter @ticketrulesEric's Amazon link: Click hereBob's Amazon link: Click hereCheck out the daily newsletter...
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