In part 2 of our series, we look at the best wing defenders since 2008. Who was the best at his peak since 2008? How has defensive value changed over that time period? And how do these players compare with the best big men? With @codyhoudek. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

In part 2 of our series, we look at the best wing defenders since 2008. Who was the best at his peak since 2008? How has defensive value changed over that time period? And how do these players compare with the best big men? With @codyhoudek. Support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a>--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#219: The best defenders of the last 15 years | Wings

Who were the best defenders of the last 15 seasons, at their peak? How has defensive value changed over that time period? We start this 3-part series on the best big men since 2008. With @codyhoudek. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

Who were the best defenders of the last 15 seasons, at their peak? How has defensive value changed over that time period? We start this 3-part series on the best big men since 2008. With @codyhoudek. Support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a>--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#218: The best defenders of the last 15 years | Big Men

Wilt Chamberlain

Directors of the new documentary “Goliath,” Christopher Dillon and Rob Ford, join to discuss the making of the film, Wilt the player and person, what they learned and more. GOLIATH is streaming now on Paramount plus with Showtime. Support atwww.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

Directors of the new documentary “Goliath,” Christopher Dillon and Rob Ford, join to discuss the making of the film, Wilt the player and person, what they learned and more. GOLIATH is streaming now on Paramount plus with Showtime. Support at<a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a>--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#217: Making the Wilt Chamberlain documentary

We “superdraft” players from the 2021, 2022 and 2023 NBA draft in a vacuum to guess at their future career value based on what we know so far. Who goes #1? What team has the best potential? And what will this sound like in 5 years? With @codyhoudek. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

We “superdraft” players from the 2021, 2022 and 2023 NBA draft in a vacuum to guess at their future career value based on what we know so far. Who goes #1? What team has the best potential? And what will this sound like in 5 years? With @codyhoudek. Support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a>--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#216: Who will have the best career from the last 3 drafts?

How much “luck” is involved in an NBA game or playoff series? Is it all about outside shooting? How big of a difference does streaky shooting make, and how should we talk about and think about this relative to “skill” or “quality?” We tackle that with some new data, but first, a few impressions of Summer League, and a white debate about whether the new NBA Cup is a good idea. With @codyhoudek. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

How much “luck” is involved in an NBA game or playoff series? Is it all about outside shooting? How big of a difference does streaky shooting make, and how should we talk about and think about this relative to “skill” or “quality?” We tackle that with some new data, but first, a few impressions of Summer League, and a white debate about whether the new NBA Cup is a good idea. With @codyhoudek. Support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a>--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#215: How much “luck” is there in basketball?

We break down some of the big trades and free agent signings of the off-season so far, while attempting to remember who plays where and the names of players past and present. With @codyhoudek. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

We break down some of the big trades and free agent signings of the off-season so far, while attempting to remember who plays where and the names of players past and present. With @codyhoudek. Support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a>--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#214: The off-season moves 

It's time for the annual top-10 players list, this year in podcast form! We make our way through the best players of the 2023 season, and finish by comparing to a list voted on our by our Patreon subscribers. With @codyhoudek. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

It's time for the annual top-10 players list, this year in podcast form! We make our way through the best players of the 2023 season, and finish by comparing to a list voted on our by our Patreon subscribers. With @codyhoudek. Support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a>--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#213: Top 10 players of 2023

Our resident draft expert Chip Jones breaks down the 2023 NBA lottery picks, sleepers, and what teams had the best night in a class highlighted by Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson at the top. Follow @ChipJNBA. Support atwww.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

Our resident draft expert Chip Jones breaks down the 2023 NBA lottery picks, sleepers, and what teams had the best night in a class highlighted by Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson at the top. Follow @ChipJNBA. Support at<a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a>--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#212: 2023 NBA draft with Chip Jones

Victor Wembanyama

Is Victor Wembanyama the best prospect ever? Is it even fair to expect today's prospects to compete with more “certain” rookies from the past? We discuss the history of great prospects, changes in the draft process, value in later draft selections, and also attempt to list the best prospects to ever come into the league. With @codyhoudek. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

Is Victor Wembanyama the best prospect ever? Is it even fair to expect today's prospects to compete with more “certain” rookies from the past? We discuss the history of great prospects, changes in the draft process, value in later draft selections, and also attempt to list the best prospects to ever come into the league. With @codyhoudek. Support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a>--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#211: Victor Wembanyama & the best prospects ever

The Nuggets win the title, the Heatiest heat game, Denver's defense, and Nikola Jokic's 2023 season stacked up historically against the greats. With @codyhoudek. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

The Nuggets win the title, the Heatiest heat game, Denver's defense, and Nikola Jokic's 2023 season stacked up historically against the greats. With @codyhoudek. Support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a>--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#210: NBA Finals Game 5

Ben 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 a variety of guests ranging from journalists to former players.  Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

Amazing podcast! Have learned a lot about basketball just through Ben’s work

Great pod

Lots of big words and deep meetings. Equal Parts ASMR/next level b-ball deep dives.

Great thinky pod

Ben 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 a variety of guests ranging from journalists to former players. Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

Thinking Basketball

Has the big man really gone away on offense? Or have they just moved beyond the post up? In this episode, I lay out ways to build strong offenses around five different archetypes of modern big men, including huge playoff stars like Anthony Davis and Nikola Jokic. And what does this mean for drafting big man prospects going forward? Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball. Check out the $1/month offer (through Oct. 9) of the Athletic at  http://www.theathletic.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

Has the big man really gone away on offense? Or have they just moved beyond the post up? In this episode, I lay out ways to build strong offenses around five different archetypes of modern big men, including huge playoff stars like Anthony Davis and Nikola Jokic. And what does this mean for drafting big man prospects going forward? Support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a>. Check out the $1/month offer (through Oct. 9) of the Athletic at <a href="http://www.theathletic.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.theathletic.com/thinkingbasketball</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#64: Building modern offenses around big men | 5 Archetypes

Are the Rockets doomed with their analytics-driven style? Should midrange jumpers make a comeback? In this episode I address the controversy around “letting nerds tell you how to play” and the idea that strategic decisions are separate from on-court skills. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

Are the Rockets doomed with their analytics-driven style? Should midrange jumpers make a comeback? In this episode I address the controversy around “letting nerds tell you how to play” and the idea that strategic decisions are separate from on-court skills. Support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#18: Nerds can't tell you how to play | skill vs. strategy

I discuss Golden State's future outlook with Klay Thompson's injury and Steph Curry's return, along with the new Bucks roster after trading for Jrue Holiday. Additional trades in this episode: Chris Paul to Phoenix, Dennis Schroder to the Lakers, Danny Green and Seth Curry to Philadelphia and Robert Covington to Portland. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball and get $90 off at Hello Fresh by going to www.hellofresh.com/thinkingbasketball90--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

I discuss Golden State's future outlook with Klay Thompson's injury and Steph Curry's return, along with the new Bucks roster after trading for Jrue Holiday. Additional trades in this episode: Chris Paul to Phoenix, Dennis Schroder to the Lakers, Danny Green and Seth Curry to Philadelphia and Robert Covington to Portland. Support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a> and get $90 off at Hello Fresh by going to <a href="http://www.hellofresh.com/thinkingbasketball90" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.hellofresh.com/thinkingbasketball90</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#68: Klay & Golden State, Trade Assessments

Andre Snellings

ESPN's Andre Snellings and I go deep on a classic player comparison between Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett. We stack up their playoff comparisons, historical impact metrics, team circumstances and how they would fare in today's NBA. Follow Andre @ProfessorDrz and support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

ESPN's Andre Snellings and I go deep on a classic player comparison between Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett. We stack up their playoff comparisons, historical impact metrics, team circumstances and how they would fare in today's NBA. Follow Andre @ProfessorDrz and support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#41: Duncan vs. Garnett | Andre Snellings, Great Debates

Nate Duncan

In Part II of our conversation, Nate and I (finally) talk Jordan vs. LeBron, comparing levels of competition, conference disparities, outside shooting, defensive consistency, longevity and the problems with Delorean-free time travel. If you like it, please support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

In Part II of our conversation, Nate and I (finally) talk Jordan vs. LeBron, comparing levels of competition, conference disparities, outside shooting, defensive consistency, longevity and the problems with Delorean-free time travel. If you like it, please support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#6: Nate Duncan, Part II - LeBron vs. Jordan

I take a first look at the new Box Plus-Minus on Basketball-Reference that goes back to 1974, including an all-time top-10 list based on playoff BPM. What kind of player does the model love? What are the improvements from the old 1.0 on the site? And can the emerging Jayson Tatum unseat Giannis Antetokoumnpo in his quest to do something no one has ever done? Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

I take a first look at the new Box Plus-Minus on Basketball-Reference that goes back to 1974, including an all-time top-10 list based on playoff BPM. What kind of player does the model love? What are the improvements from the old 1.0 on the site? And can the emerging Jayson Tatum unseat Giannis Antetokoumnpo in his quest to do something no one has ever done? Support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#48: Tatum vs. Giannis & BPM 2.0! Inside Basketball-Reference's new metric

In the 2nd episode of the Great Debates series, Nate and I size up Dirk Nowitzki, Charles Barkley, Karl Malone and the best portage systems in Eastern Canada. Who was better at his best? What are the important numbers and trends to know about each player? How do they succeed in the regular season versus the playoffs, and which of these players is best suited for playing next to high-level teammates? Follow Nate @NateDuncanNBA and support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

In the 2nd episode of the Great Debates series, Nate and I size up Dirk Nowitzki, Charles Barkley, Karl Malone and the best portage systems in Eastern Canada. Who was better at his best? What are the important numbers and trends to know about each player? How do they succeed in the regular season versus the playoffs, and which of these players is best suited for playing next to high-level teammates? Follow Nate @NateDuncanNBA and support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#37: Dirk vs. Barkley vs. Malone | Nate Duncan, Great Debates

Ben Falk

#31: Ben Falk | The one-number debate, film in analytics &amp; measuring defense by Ben Taylor experiments--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

#31: Ben Falk | The one-number debate, film in analytics &amp; measuring defense by Ben Taylor experiments --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#31: Ben Falk | The one-number debate, film in analytics & measuring defense

Kyle Mann

LeBron Jr

The Ringer's J. Kyle Mann joins to discuss Luka Doncic, legacies, along with Kevin Garnett and Shaq in the modern NBA. Also, how does having a legendary parent impact young players? And what does that mean for LeBron James Jr. and 2020 draft prospects like Cole Anthony? Following Kyle @jkylemann. Post show at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball and get a FREE month trial at the Athletic at  http://www.theathletic.com/thinkingbasketballpod--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

The Ringer's J. Kyle Mann joins to discuss Luka Doncic, legacies, along with Kevin Garnett and Shaq in the modern NBA. Also, how does having a legendary parent impact young players? And what does that mean for LeBron James Jr. and 2020 draft prospects like Cole Anthony? Following Kyle @jkylemann. Post show at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a> and get a FREE month trial at the Athletic at <a href="http://www.theathletic.com/thinkingbasketballpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.theathletic.com/thinkingbasketballpod</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#33: J. Kyle Mann | Luka, Legacies & LeBron Jr.

In Part I, Nate Duncan stops by the show to discuss parity, isoball trends and the liabilities of weak offense and defense. We also discuss Steph Curry’s place among the all-time great seasons and his underrated four-year run.If you like it, please support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

In Part I, Nate Duncan stops by the show to discuss parity, isoball trends and the liabilities of weak offense and defense. We also discuss Steph Curry’s place among the all-time great seasons and his underrated four-year run. If you like it, please support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#5: Nate Duncan, Part I - 2019 League trends & the GOATness of Steph Curry

Breaking down a number of proposed trades involving marquee players like Chris Paul, Ben Simmons, Jrue Holiday and more, with an emphasis on how these players fit on contending teams and what those top teams need to get over the hump. Also, is heliocentrism good for basketball? Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball and get a FREE week trial at the Athletic at  http://www.theathletic.com/thinkingbasketballpod--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

Breaking down a number of proposed trades involving marquee players like Chris Paul, Ben Simmons, Jrue Holiday and more, with an emphasis on how these players fit on contending teams and what those top teams need to get over the hump. Also, is heliocentrism good for basketball? Support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a> and get a FREE week trial at the Athletic at <a href="http://www.theathletic.com/thinkingbasketballpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.theathletic.com/thinkingbasketballpod</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#38: Analyzing trades | Who fits where and what do teams need?

I discuss the good and the bad of analytics while pondering the single most important philosophical question of our time: Can the Eye Test and Stats ever co-exist? I also reminisce about a controversial Dwight Howard vs. Rudy Gobert comparison. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

I discuss the good and the bad of analytics while pondering the single most important philosophical question of our time: Can the Eye Test and Stats ever co-exist? I also reminisce about a controversial Dwight Howard vs. Rudy Gobert comparison. Support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#3: The Problem with Analytics

A look at the greatest playmakers in NBA history using an updated model that balances shot creation, passing ability, turnovers and teammates/team performance to figure out who made life the easiest for their teammates. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

A look at the greatest playmakers in NBA history using an updated model that balances shot creation, passing ability, turnovers and teammates/team performance to figure out who made life the easiest for their teammates. Support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#23: Top playmakers in NBA history

An actual physicist joins to explain the stunning reality of out of bounds calls like the LeBron James one on Christmas. Also, diving into modern post ups and Rick Carlise's controversial comments on Kristaps Porzingis and some observations from the Christmas games. Follow Matt at @MrJCrossesRoads Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball and get a FREE week trial at the Athletic at  http://www.theathletic.com/thinkingbasketballpod--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

An actual physicist joins to explain the stunning reality of out of bounds calls like the LeBron James one on Christmas. Also, diving into modern post ups and Rick Carlise's controversial comments on Kristaps Porzingis and some observations from the Christmas games. Follow Matt at @MrJCrossesRoads Support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a> and get a FREE week trial at the Athletic at <a href="http://www.theathletic.com/thinkingbasketballpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.theathletic.com/thinkingbasketballpod</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#39: The post up is dying & the stunning physics of out of bounds calls

Steve Jones

Former Nets assistant coach Steve Jones discusses the principles of the best offensive teams in the NBA in 2020, including the incredible Raptors, Kemba replacing Kyrie and the LeBron-Anthony Davis partnership. Also, stories of dislocated shoulders. Follow Steve @stevejones20 and support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

Former Nets assistant coach Steve Jones discusses the principles of the best offensive teams in the NBA in 2020, including the incredible Raptors, Kemba replacing Kyrie and the LeBron-Anthony Davis partnership. Also, stories of dislocated shoulders. Follow Steve @stevejones20 and support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#36: Steve Jones Jr. | The best offenses in the NBA

With new trends toward spacing and faster pace, how valuable are the best defenders in the league in 2019? Also, is James Harden's scoring binge during his hot streak conducive to championship-level basketball? Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

With new trends toward spacing and faster pace, how valuable are the best defenders in the league in 2019? Also, is James Harden's scoring binge during his hot streak conducive to championship-level basketball? Support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#10: Big man defense in 2019 & James Harden's portability

By popular demand, I took a crack at the All-Decade team for the 2010s by sizing up which players had the most championship equity over the last 10 years. I also discuss NBA.com's controversial choices (Kobe Bryant &amp; Carmelo Anthony) and some interesting omissions along with a brief discussion about MVP criteria. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

By popular demand, I took a crack at the All-Decade team for the 2010s by sizing up which players had the most championship equity over the last 10 years. I also discuss <a href="http://NBA.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">NBA.com</a>'s controversial choices (Kobe Bryant &amp; Carmelo Anthony) and some interesting omissions along with a brief discussion about MVP criteria. Support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#25: The 2010s All-Decade Team

I went out to talk to real fans, both casual and hardcore, to research the things NBA consumers love and hate about the current state of the league. Is it load management? Tanking? In a special episode, we'll try to identify the real problems facing the league and use fan feedback to propose ideas for a more perfect NBA. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

I went out to talk to real fans, both casual and hardcore, to research the things NBA consumers love and hate about the current state of the league. Is it load management? Tanking? In a special episode, we'll try to identify the real problems facing the league and use fan feedback to propose ideas for a more perfect NBA. Support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#35: Designing a more perfect NBA based on fan behavior

Cole Zwicker

Draft expert Cole Zwicker joins to discuss draft concepts, draft philosophy, and provide an in-depth breakdown of how this year's rookies fit on their new teams. Following him @colezwicker on twitter. www.thestepien.com. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

Draft expert Cole Zwicker joins to discuss draft concepts, draft philosophy, and provide an in-depth breakdown of how this year's rookies fit on their new teams. Following him @colezwicker on twitter. <a href="http://www.thestepien.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.thestepien.com</a>. Support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#22 Cole Zwicker on the 2019 NBA draft

Dave DuFour

The Athletic's Dave DuFour joins the podcast for a mega season preview of the upcoming 2020 season! We size up the playoff teams in each conference, the Terminator makes an appearance, and there's even a post show podcast for Patreon subscribers. Follow Dave @DaveDuFourNBA. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

The Athletic's Dave DuFour joins the podcast for a mega season preview of the upcoming 2020 season! We size up the playoff teams in each conference, the Terminator makes an appearance, and there's even a post show podcast for Patreon subscribers. Follow Dave @DaveDuFourNBA. Support at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support</a>

#30: 2020 season preview with Dave DuFour

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