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Learning BasketballNBPA Top-100 Scoring Creator Draft with Zach Welch - Targeting Offensive Engines: Brayden Burries, Meleek Thomas, Kingston Flemings, Acaden Lewis, Jaylen Petty, Rippey + Scouting Kasparas Jakučionis
Ep. 26 with Zach Welch
Zach Welch is a Basketball Scout & Analyst with Pro Insight
We draft our Top-10 “Scoring Creators” at the NBPA Top-100 Camp, targeting the most consistent offensive engine prospects.
We also provide our Scouting thoughts on Illinois’ Kasparas Jakucionis as a potential Top-5 2025 NBA Draft Pick, along with detailing Zach’s Scouting Process for Evaluating Potential Future Pros
Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction & Basketball Background
5:07 Zach’s Scouting Process Watching Film, In Person, Evaluating Future Pros
11:30 Scouting Kasparas Jakučionis
19:35 Defining a “Scoring Creator”...2025-01-151h 23
Thinking Basketball#135 Basketball Athleticism with Eric Leidersdorf & Evan ZauchaWhat is “athleticism” in basketball? Is it merely quickness and a big vertical leap? Eric Leidersdorf, the Director of biomechanics at P3, and neuroscientist Evan Zaucha from SIS join to present and discuss a comprehensive model of athleticism in basketball, from the not-so-obvious physical traits that help players succeed, to the mental side of the game. Model available on www.backpicks.com. Follow them at @EZ_Hoops and @leidersdorf. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball2022-07-291h 43
Sense and ScalabilitySense and Mailability Pt. 3The crew eases back into podcasting by answering some listener questions. Thanks to everyone who sent them in!
Twitter: Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA) Email Scott at scottlevine9@gmail.com
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@BLKRZN)2021-09-131h 10
Premium HoopsDay One of Free Agency with Evan ZauchaMark Schindler is joined by Evan Zaucha to discuss the jam packed first day of 2021 Free Agency and hit on draft takeaways as well.
Teams Discussed:
Detroit PistonsUtah JazzMiami HeatChicago BullsLos Angeles LakersCleveland CavaliersDallas MavericksSacramento KingsSan Antonio Spurs
Post-Recording Note: Spencer Dinwiddie signed with the Wizards a few hours after finishing recording. Also, forgot to mention that the Derrick Favors traded created a trade excpetion for the Jazz which is notable.
Check out our articles at https://premiumhoops.org and follow us on Twitter @PremiumHoopsNBA
Follow Evan @EZ_Hoops and Mark @MSchindlerNBA
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Sense and ScalabilityNBA Draft with Henry WardThe guys bring back Henry Ward to expand upon concepts found in Henry's first S&S appearance and apply them to the 2021 NBA Draft. They then do what they do best: get into a tizzy grappling with teambuilding philosophy and contradicting themselves. It turned out great, though.
Twitter: Henry (@henrywward), Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Email Scott at scottlevine9@gmail.com
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-07-281h 21
The House That Hinkie Built2021 NBA Draft: How would Kessler Edwards and Nah'Shon Hyland fit on the Sixers?Jackson is joined by Evan Zaucha of Premium Hoops to break down the games of Kessler Edwards, Nah'Shon Hyland, David Johnson and Aaron Henry, and how they might help the Sixers. Also, Jackson once again apologizes for any technical difficulties and insists the episode is worth enduring those hurdles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2021-07-241h 19
Sense and ScalabilityThe Bucks are NBA ChampionsThe trynamic trio is back for a vibes-heavy podcast as Cody recovers from shock that his Milwaukee Bucks won an NBA Championship. The guys marvel over Giannis stepping up and the huge nights from his supporting cast. They then over litigate the Jrue Holiday trade for perhaps the last time.
Twitter: Scott (off again but hmu at scottlevine9@gmail.com), Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-07-231h 17Premium HoopsAlperen Sengun, Cam Thomas, and Contextual DraftingMark Schindler is joined by Evan Zaucha, Scott Levine, and Henry Ward of Pro Insight for a round table disucssion on the NBA Draft, the importance of context and shedding bias, an dmuch more. The conversation is centered around two players causing a great deal of discussion in draft discourse; Alperen Sengun and Cam Thomas.
Contact Scott (off again but hmu at scottlevine9@gmail.com)
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Credit to BRBeats Podcast Music @BenRauman2021-07-211h 20
Upside Swings NBA Draft Podcast2021 Bulls Draft Preview with Evan ZauchaThe Bulls do not have a first round pick in this year's draft, but they are at a fascinating point in their franchise timeline and there is still a lot to breakdown2021-07-1547 min
Sense and ScalabilityKeeping Things Simple with Seth PartnowThe trio welcomes on Seth Partnow of The Athletic to further discuss a few points about defense brought up in the previous podcast. Seth then tells the boys that they sometimes try to draw too many conclusions from playoff series and he's right.
Seth's book The Midrange Theory is out 11/2/21
Twitter: Seth (@SethPartnow), Scott (off again but hmu at scottlevine9@gmail.com), Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-07-011h 14Premium HoopsBouknight, Kuminga, Shannon Jr., and Developmental ContextMark Schindler and Evan Zaucha convene to discuss James Bouknight, Jonathan Kuminga, and Terrence Shannon Jr. from the 2021 NBA draft class. The main topics brought up around the 3 prospects is the idea of buffering a prospect, the ideal contexts for each player, and why Mark and Evan are where they're at in regards to draft position for them.
Check out our articles at https://premiumhoops.org and follow us on Twitter @PremiumHoopsNBA
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Credit to BRBeats Podcast Music @BenRauman2021-06-2858 min
Sense and ScalabilityThe Importance of “Juice”The basketball besties talk about the remaining teams, the concept of offensive "juice," and why it matters in the playoffs.
Twitter: Scott (off again but hmu at scottlevine9@gmail.com), Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-06-221h 28Premium HoopsThe Trajectory of the Modern BigOn today's episode of the Premium Hoops podcast, Mark Schindler and Evan Zaucha are joined by Henry Ward of Pro Insight for an in-depth conversation on the state of modern bigs, where the position is headed, debating versatility and team-building, and much more.
Henry does fantastic work and you can check out one of his fantastic pieces on philosophy here: https://thekickahead.com/home/exploring-proprioception-and-spatial-reasoning-as-indicators-for-outlier-development
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Credit to BRBeats Podcast Music @BenRauman2021-06-111h 02
Sense and ScalabilityBucks vs. Nets PreviewThe fellas do their thing for the impending 2 vs. 3 matchup in the East. Before that, they weigh in on the Celtics hijinks. They end with what are now freezing cold takes about the Clippers vs. Mavs series.
Twitter: Scott (off again but hmu at scottlevine9@gmail.com), Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-06-041h 05
Sense and ScalabilityClippers vs. Mavs, Knicks vs. Hawks, and Lakers vs. Suns PreviewThe three basketeers tackle the series they are most excited to watch and spend an average of one half hour discussing each matchup.
Twitter: Scott (off again but hmu at scottlevine9@gmail.com), Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-05-211h 28Premium HoopsWNBA Preview - Part 2 w/ Bobby MummeryOn today's episode of the Premium Hoops podcast, looking ahead to the upcoming WNBA season. Mark Schindler and Evan Zaucha are joined by Bobby Mummery for a comprehensive break down of the upcoming season, the state of the league, and diving into the remaining tiers and teams from Part 1.
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Read Bobby's article here!
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Credit to BRBeats Podcast Music @BenRauman2021-05-122h 06Premium HoopsWNBA Preview - Part One w/ Bobby MummeryOn today's episode of the Premium Hoops podcast, looking ahead to the upcoming WNBA season. Mark Schindler and Evan Zaucha are joined by Bobby Mummery for a comprehensive break down of the upcoming season, the state of the league, and diving into the top few tiers of teams.
Check out our articles at https://premiumhoops.org and follow us on Twitter @PremiumHoopsNBA
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Credit to BRBeats Podcast Music @BenRauman2021-05-101h 17
Sense and ScalabilityDevelopmental Philosophy with PD WebThe squad welcomes PD Web to the show to discuss his latest article on "Predrafting." They also discuss shooting development, small sided games, and connecting the various islands of NBA Twitter. Last but not least, Evan reveals his bad takes!
PD's pieces
Predrafting: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vwkCkSLHUVn2WL4u_aHQE-qVsATQT8gT1tZtQlJyuTo/edit
NDSP1 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MuWbRZ0VYvy4x25kWuJBFa7dzSBYUR2d33w1PtYDEd8/edit
Twitter: PD (@abovethebreak3), Scott (@ScottLevineNBA), Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops...2021-05-101h 41
Sense and ScalabilitySense and Mailability Pt. 2Another mailbag pod? That's absolutely right. The three pals pick their favorite of the many awesome questions submitted by listeners. They talk about defense, drop coverage, Draymond's passing, and which NBA players are which of the 4 main Seinfeld characters.
Twitter: Scott (@ScottLevineNBA), Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-05-031h 09
Sense and ScalabilityGreatest Peaks + Evolution of NBA Offense with Ben TaylorThe guys are joined by Ben Taylor of Thinking Basketball fame to discuss Ben's latest major project: the "Greatest Peaks" video series. They also talk about how certain teams are innovating the NBA on offense and appreciate Nikola Jokic.
Thinking Basketball on YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/ThinkingBasketball
Twitter: Ben Taylor (@ElGee35), Scott (@ScottLevineNBA), Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-04-261h 03
Sense and ScalabilityUn-Bull-ievable DisappointmentWith Scott taking a week off, Evan and Cody discuss their collective disappointment with the underachieving Chicago Bulls. What all has gone wrong for them since the deadline and what can they do to right the ship? The dynamic duo break it down in depth and offer some ideas to get things back on track.
Twitter: Scott (@ScottLevineNBA), Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-04-1954 min
Sense and ScalabilityTactics Talk with Joe HulbertThe S&S lads are joined by fellow Premium Hoops contributor Joe Hulbert to discuss analyzing basketball from a tactical perspective. The crew talk about learning how to see the game like a coach, ponder how strategy might evolve in the next few years, and share some salient examples of good and bad coaching.
Twitter: Joe (@JoeHulbertNBA), Scott (@ScottLevineNBA), Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-04-1259 min
Sense and ScalabilityManaging Basketball BurnoutThe crew peels back the layers for something different. They talk about their journeys (and pitfalls) when covering the NBA and how they go about keeping themselves engaged in a landscape that sometimes feels like it's pulling them from every direction. Minimal basketball analysis in this one but a lot of earnest anecdotes and experiences.
Twitter: Scott (@ScottLevineNBA), Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-04-051h 01
Chucking Darts NBA PodcastEpisode 29 - Chucking Darts 720: Bulls with Evan ZauchaToday I'm joined by the exceptionally talented and gracious Evan Zaucha, aka @EZ_Hoops of Premium Hoops and Sense and Scalability! We go around the world twice for his favorite team, the Chicago Bulls. We talk their new construction with Nikola Vucevic, how they might emulate the Denver Nuggets, and go out of our way to praise Pat Williams in light of Evan's groundbreaking article on basketball feel. Enjoy, and follow Evan on all his platforms!2021-04-0157 min
Sense and ScalabilityPost-Deadline Thought ExercisesWowee! What a deadline. Instead of trying to capture every trade the guys dove deep on the Vucevic and Gordon trades while also bringing in some other Bulls moves, the Fournier trade, and the Oladipo trade.
Twitter: Scott (@ScottLevineNBA), Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-03-261h 04
Sense and ScalabilityEvaluating DefenseThe ragtag group of basketball besties takes a crack at figuring out how to appraise defense. They are just scratching the surface here but spent a good hour laying groundwork for evaluating guards, wings, and big men.
Twitter: Scott (@ScottLevineNBA), Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-03-221h 00
Sense and ScalabilityOn the Milwaukee BucksThe S and S crew is down one for the week. Scott and Cody talk the Bucks, where they're at, what they're doing different this year, and answer some listener questions.
Twitter: Scott (@ScottLevineNBA), Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-03-1551 min
Sense and ScalabilitySense and MailabilityMailbag Episode! With not many recent games to cover, the guys took some great listener questions and tried to do them justice. They covered adjustments they'd like to see in the second half of the season, best lineups, impact of coaching, the future of the NBA, and many more topics. Thanks to everyone who sent one in!
Twitter: Scott (@ScottLevineNBA), Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-03-081h 17
Sense and ScalabilityIcarus: A Close Look at the Suns + Bonus SegmentThe boys take this week to deep dive the Phoenix Suns who are playing fun, high-level basketball halfway through the season. The show passed the 16 review milestone on Apple Podcasts this week. To celebrate, they end with a bonus segment rehashing some of Scott's worst takes.
Twitter: Scott (¯\_(ツ)_/¯), Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-03-011h 22
Sense and ScalabilityRethinking Spacing with Henry WardThe usual trio is joined by Pro Insight analyst Henry Ward. They explore the seldom talked about aspects of spacing that Henry wrote about on his personal blog The Kick Ahead. We recommend you read both parts (linked below) as they are foundational both to this episode and to the concept of floor spacing.
Henry's Piece Part 1: https://thekickahead.com/home/exposing-the-blueprint-part-1
Part 2: https://thekickahead.com/home/exposing-the-blueprint-part-2
Twitter: Henry (@henrywward), Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major...2021-02-221h 18
Sense and ScalabilityMisplaced ContributorsA past time of the podcast is to watch struggling or rebuilding teams and pick out players who would scale to a winning context. It is not always obvious, but Scott, Evan, Cody try their hand at identifying players on below average teams whose games could be unlocked if put in a better situation.
Twitter: Scott (@ScottLevineNBA), Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-02-1553 min
Sense and ScalabilityNets Scary HoursThe Nets are wild. They have been a historically good offense and historically bad defense since acquiring James Harden. Scott, Evan, and Cody look into why this has been the case and do their best to project the rest of Brooklyn's season.
Twitter: Scott (@ScottLevineNBA), Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-02-0848 min
Sense and ScalabilityScalable Offensive TraitsWe know about who runs an offense. The initiators. The engines. But what key skills should the other players have to maximize the team's offensive output? Scott, Evan, and Cody tackle that question and get sidetracked on tangents along the way, some involving food.
Twitter: Scott (@ScottLevineNBA), Evan (@EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-02-0158 min
Sense and ScalabilityThe Zion EpisodeScott, Evan, and Cody apply concepts introduced in the first three episodes for an exhaustive discussion of Zion Williamson. They answer some questions asked on Twitter and ask each other a few questions about Zion and how best to build around him.
Twitter: Scott (@ScottLevineNBA), Evan (EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-01-2548 min
Thinking Basketball#73: Feel & “Basketball IQ” with Evan ZauchaWhat exactly is “feel” in basketball? What do we mean when we talk about “basketball IQ?” Evan Zaucha from Premium Hoops draws on his neuroscience background to dig deeper into feel on the basketball court: we discuss reaction time, pattern recognition, chunking information and more, including how to develop this and how it changes in younger versus older players. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball and get 10 free meals including free shipping at www.hellofresh.com/thinkingbasketball/102021-01-241h 04
Sense and ScalabilityRim Protection & Tweener BigsScott, Evan, and Cody drill into what constitutes rim protection and the various forms it comes in. They then switch gears to talk about a few "tweener" bigs who seem trapped between the 4 and 5 positions.
Twitter: Scott (@ScottLevineNBA), Evan (EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-01-1849 min
Dallas Hoops Fancast - A Podcast for Dallas Mavericks FansCan Luka Win MVP?; Kristaps' Struggles; Mavs vs. January; Evan Zaucha on Why Luka Doncic Has Such High Basketball IQ and What That IsWe talk about the Mavericks' improved defense, Luka Doncic's case for MVP, the Mavs' tough schedule in January, Kristaps Porzingis' struggles since returning from injury, and our game predictions for this week. I also interview Evan Zaucha from Premium Hoops on why Luka Doncic has such a high basketball IQ.
(2:49) The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
The Good - The Mavericks’ defense and resilience, Luka’s defense, Luka breakin’ records
(9:28) The Bad & The Ugly - Players out, Tough schedule, Kristaps' struggles
(22:53) Can Luka win MVP this year?2021-01-1854 min
Sense and ScalabilitySecondary Creators + Feel and Skill Development in BasketballScott, Evan, and Cody expand on a few ideas introduced in the first episode. Then, they get go in-depth about Evan's provocative piece "The Art and Science of 'Feel' in Basketball" and apply it to skill development.
Cody's references: https://academics.hamilton.edu/documents/themundanityofexcellence.pdf and https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/04/190418141614.htm
Twitter: Scott (@ScottLevineNBA), Evan (EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos (@efraincarmelo)2021-01-1151 min
Sense and ScalabilityThe Wrong InitiatorIn this debut episode of Sense and Scalability, Scott, Evan, and Cody discuss the importance of primary creation and what causes a player to be a "wrong initiator." They also discuss how team context can be the difference between a viable primary initiator and a wrong initiator.
Twitter: Scott (@ScottLevineNBA), Evan (EZ_Hoops), Cody (@codyhoudek), Premium Hoops (@PremiumHoopsNBA)
Music: Canon in D Major recorded by Kevin MacLeod
Art: Efrain Ramos2021-01-041h 01Premium HoopsWhat's next for the San Antonio Spurs? w/ Paul Garcia & Empty Calories ScorersOn today's episode of the Premium Hoops Podcast, Mark is joined by Paul Garcia of Project Spurs to talk about the future of the San Antonio Spurs, empty calories scoring, DeMar DeRozan's player option, LaMarcus Aldridge and Rudy Gay, and much more. On the second half of the pod, Mark is joined by Corban Ford, Evan Zaucha, and Cody Houdek for a round table to talk about the value of score first players at varying levels; continuing the empty calories discussion.
Talking Spurs:
Derrick White's extensionDerrick White's proliferation from beyond the arc in the bubbleToo many mouths to feed in...2020-11-101h 28
CHGO Chicago Bulls PodcastChatting with Bulls Fans: 2020 NBA DraftOn a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) wanted to check in with fans to gauge the temperature of the fan base ahead of the NBA Draft.
To do so, Mark is joined by Kris Amundsen and Evan Zaucha, two die-hard Bulls fans who have some takes to share.
Topics discussed:
What the Bulls will do at the draft v.s what they should do
Which players should the team actively avoid in the draft
Possible trade proposals and predictions
If this draft changes the scope of the Bulls rebuild
How quickly the fan ba...2020-11-0253 minPremium HoopsClosing the door on the Houston RocketsThe Houston Rockets were ousted in the playoffs after a gentleman's sweep at the hands of the Lakers. Capped out, aging, and with Mike D'Antoni walking away, where is this team headed? Regardless, this team has hit a definite turning point. Whether that's for better or worse remains to be seen.
Disclaimer: This was recorded before the Houston Rockets announced that Daryl Morrey's job was safe.
We also hit on the weirdness of the bubble and how that impacts our view of the teams both in and out of Orlando. Will teams that weren't in the bubble see negative returns...2020-09-1643 minPremium HoopsAbsolute Madness Out West + MPJ + Concerns about the Big 3?On today’s episode of the Premium Hoops Podcast, Nate is joined by Premium Hoops writer Evan Zaucha to discuss a wide range of NBA topics.
We talk about Ben Simmons injury, the rise of MPJ and the question on whether or not Denver should start him, as well as the absolute madness that is the battle for the 8th and 9th seed out West. A fun discussion about the 2018 NBA draft, and are we concerned at all about the “Big 3” NBA teams and their struggles thus far.
Check out our articles at https://premiumhoops.org
Be sure to Rate and Revi...2020-08-1347 minPremium HoopsThe Utah Jazz Conundrum: Premium Hoops Round TableOn today's episode of the Premium Hoops podcast, we dive deep into the Utah Jazz. The Jazz are at a place of good, but not quite great. We delve into their personnel and the difficult roster decisions faced by their front office.
We start by talking about Bojan Bogdanovic and how he elevated the Jazz offense and impacted team defense.
In our discussion we talk about Mike Conley's slippage in tandem with Rudy Gobert's roll game. We also discuss Donovan Mitchell's effectiveness, the discourse around him, and his potential. The cap situation and surrounding talent on the Jazz roster are...2020-07-241h 29