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Learning Basketball

Ryan Kaminski @BeyondTheRK

Learn about NBA basketball and NBA Draft prospects from experts, scouts, analysts, writers, reporters, coaches, players, front office execs, and fans! Every episode of Learning Basketball has the goal of teaching listeners something new about hoops as Host Ryan Kaminski @BeyondTheRK takes listeners behind the scenes to study teambuilding strategy, concepts on the floor, scouting draft prospects on the rise, covering teams around the NBA, and evaluating player development in the gym. A podcast from

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01:05:05

Top 2025-26 NCAA Basketball Storylines, Orlando Magic...

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2025/08/26

Ep. 79 Learning Basketball with Steven Bagell! @TheNBAgellSteven Bagell is the SBC 2024 Director of Brand & Operations for⁠⁠@thecenterhub_bb⁠,⁠ a Certified NIL agent, and dual Podcast Host of the ⁠@birdrightspod ⁠& ⁠@one_and_donepod⁠ where he covers NBA Salary Cap rules and NCAA basketball.Today we learn about the NIL Landscape, the opportunities for Certified NIL Agents, Top 2025-26 College Hoops Storylines, and break down the Orlando Magic Salary Cap 5-Year OutlookTimeline:0:00

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01:43:19

Denver Nuggets Reloaded 2025 Offseason with Joel Rush...

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2025/08/19

Ep. 78 Learning Basketball with Joel Rush @JoelRushNBAJoel Rush covers the Denver Nuggets and NBA for Forbes Sports.Today we learn about the Denver Nuggets Reloaded Offseason shifting them back into clear contender status, the motivations behind trading Michael Porter Jr. and a future unprotected 1st for Cam Johnson, how the new free agent acquisitions Valanciunas Hardaway and Brown fit into the rotation, what to expect with David Adelman moving into the permanent Head Coaching title, and the

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00:50:32

Golden State Basketball + Top-5 Most Interesting...

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2025/08/12

Ep. 77 Learning Basketball with Zena Keita! @itszenakeitaZena Keita covers all things Golden State Basketball between the Warriors for NBC and the Valkyries for CBS as a TV Analyst. She also hosts two basketball podcasts (NBA Daily, No Offseason) with The Athletic NBA & WNBA.Timeline: 00:00 Introduction & Background to Zena Keita’s Journey in Basketball, Sports Media Advice, Breakthrough Career Moments05:00 The Golden State Valkyries Expansion Draft09:00 How to credit the Valkyries early

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00:53:49

Phoenix Suns Offseason Overhaul & Franchise Outlook...

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2025/08/07

Ep. 76 Learning Basketball with Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguetGerald Bourguet covers the Phoenix Suns and the NBA as the Lead Suns Writer at ⁠@PHNX_Sports⁠ and the Co-Host of The ⁠@PHNX_Suns⁠ Podcast Today we are learning about the state of the Phoenix Suns with Gerald Bourguet, the 2025 offseason overhaul, how the KD Suns Era will be remembered, what went wrong and why, the retooling efforts this summer to keep Booker happy through his prime years, the new-look offense with Jordan Ott and incoming

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00:50:49

The Kon Knueppel Charlotte Hornets Era with Matt...

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2025/07/21

Ep. 75 Learning Basketball with Matt Alquiza @malquiza8Matt Alquiza covers the Charlotte Hornets with Sports Illustrated @SI_Hornets and as co-host of the @BuzzBeatPod.Today we learn about the Charlotte Hornets identity-shifting summer of 2025, the draft strategy and clean fit of all four rookies (#4 - Kon Knueppel , #29 - Liam McNeeley, #33 - Sion James, #34 - Ryan Kalkbrenner) around its two stars LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller, the opportunity and pathways for those draft prospects to develop

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00:54:55

Atlanta Hawks Unicorn Summer + Franchise Outlook with...

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2025/07/16

Ep. 74 Learning Basketball with David Lee @DLee4ThreeDavid Lee covers the Atlanta Hawks on YouTube & Twitter @DLee4Three and creates Atlanta Hawks Film Breakdowns at @ATLHawksFilmToday we learn about the Atlanta Hawks incredible 2025 offseason, 2025-2026 future franchise outlook, Drafting Asa Newell #23 while somehow adding a 2026 unprotected first from New Orleans, How a healthy Kristaps could be the key unlocking Trae Young, Atlanta’s front court two-way versatility and key additions of

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01:15:22

2025 NBA Champion OKC Thunder Celebration + 3 NBA...

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2025/07/03

Ep. 73 Learning Basketball with Maurya Kumpatla @TheFlareScreenMaurya Kumpatla covers the Oklahama City Thunder and NBA Draft as a writer for Swish TheoryToday we learn about and celebrate the season of the 2025 NBA Champion Oklahoma City Thunder, (1:00) contextualize the individual greatness of MVP and Finals MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, (23:00) respect the patient teambuilding process of Sam Presti, and detail how the Thunder built the greatest defense of all time by most measures. Then we detail

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00:54:16

Swish Theory 2025 NBA Draft Guide, Big Board,...

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2025/06/24

Ep. 72 Learning Basketball with Matt Powers! @DraftPowMatt Powers covers the NBA Draft as an Editor and Co-Founder of Swish Theory, formerly of the Stepien.Today we learn about the 2025 NBA Draft, Swish Theory's 2025 NBA Draft Guide and the team's big board, potential sleepers and late risers, and analysis on some prospect names we're higher or lower on than consensus.Timeline:00:00Introduction, Thunder win Title! KD to Rockets! 2025 NBA Draft Week!02:00Exploring the Swish Theory Draft

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01:52:47

2025 NBA Draft + Desmond Bane Double Pod with Parker...

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2025/06/20

Ep. 71 Learning Basketball with Parker Fleming (@Paka_Flocka) and Eric Weiss (@EricWeiss_SA)!Parker Fleming covers the Memphis Grizzlies and the NBA Draft.Eric Weiss has years of experience in the NBA Scouting industry with Draft Express and Luceo Sports.Today we talk with Parker Fleming (0:00) about Desmond Bane as a person and player on and off the court, his Memphis Grizzlies legacy, the state of the Grizzlies' franchise after the trade, how KCP and Cole Anthony fit Memphis' rotation, the

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00:48:03

David Steele Voice of Orlando Magic on The Desmond...

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2025/06/18

Ep. 70 Learning Basketball with David Steele! @SteeleMagicDavid Steele is the voice of the Orlando Magic, the lead announcer on the sidelines when you tune on a Magic game. Today we learn about his thoughts on the Desmond Bane trade, the culture built by Jamahl Mosley, what Cole Anthony and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope meant to this Magic team, the Orlando Magic's logo and jersey rebrand, and the idea of using the #25 pick on UF's Walter Clayton in the 2025 NBA Draft.Timeline:0:00

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00:48:25

Desmond Bane Orlando Magic Trade EMERGENCY POD with...

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2025/06/16

Ep 69 Learning Basketball with Stephen Cameron @StephenMagicHQStephen Cameron covers the Orlando Magic with OMagicHQToday we learn about the Orlando Magic trading FIVE FIRST ROUND PICKS for Desmond Bane Timeline:0:00 Introduction - Father’s Day Blockbuster Trade Instant Reactions7:50 Desmond Bane’s on-court fit with the Orlando Magic core21:15 The Draft Picks Orlando Traded - The Magic’s Calculated Risk Bet on Themselves33:50 Orlando’s Future Roster Flexibility after adding Bane’s big deal and what

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01:01:24

Tyrese Haliburton's Legendary Playoff Run, Indiana...

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2025/06/13

Ep. 68 Learning Basketball with Ben Pfeifer! @bjpf_Ben Pfeifer covers the NBA with Swish Theory, Sportskeeda, and SportscastingToday we learn about the Indiana Pacers taking a 2-1 lead in the NBA Finals, how they held SGA in check in Game 3, Tyrese Haliburton’s legendary playoff run, the importance of perfectly fitting cast of characters, and end with a 2K Association Mode Draft of 2025 NBA Draft ProspectsTimeline0:00 Introduction1:55 Indiana Pacers take 2-1 lead in NBA Finals, Tyrese Haliburton’s

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01:15:14

2025 Guards Only NBA Draft, League Him, Basketball...

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2025/06/04

Ep. 67 with Jacob Myers @League_HimJacob Myers owns the @League_Him account, covering the NBA draft and using his platform to showcase lesser known basketball talents who deserve more exposure.Today we learn about Jacob’s scouting process, the basketball experiences and opportunities from building League Him, some names maybe not getting enough shine in the NBA Draft, and the official 2025 Guards Only Learning Basketball Swish Theory League Him Crossover DraftTimeline:00:00 Introduction &

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00:26:18

Murray State Head Coach Ryan Miller on his Coaching...

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2025/06/02

Ep. 66 Learning Basketball with Ryan MillerRyan Miller is the head coach of Murray State’s basketball team, coming off four years as the assistant coach for Greg McDermott’s Creighton’s team, and two decades of college coaching experience.Today we learn about Ryan’s coaching philosophies, influences, experiences, and stories and breakdown two plays they utilized at Creighton.Timeline:00:00 Introduction & Background, South Dakota Basketball02:30 Ryan Miller’s Coaching Philosophy and Team Culture

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01:13:21

Tre Johnson's Shooting Versatility & Philadelphia...

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2025/05/30

Ep. 65 Learning Basketball with Will Rucker! @Will_Rucker3_ADWill Rucker is a sports analyst, journalist, coach, and media personality. He is a writer and content contributor for Liberty Ballers who covers the Philadelphia 76ers, NBA, and NBA Draft.Today we learn about Tre Johnson’s shooting versatility, and weigh all of Philadelphia’s options with the #3 pick in the 2025 NBA DraftTimeline:00:00 Introduction & Background03:20 Tre Johnson’s Versatile Shooting Profile, Tight Handle, Promising

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01:57:16

Tyrese Haliburton Superstar Statement Game 4, 2025...

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2025/05/29

Ep. 64 Learning Basketball with Brandon BensonBrandon Benson is a basketball coach at Flagler with experience at different levels including Northwestern and DME Academy.Today we learn about the NBA Conference Finals, dive into the film for both matchups, see how the Thunder score at ease with crafty P&R creators, how the Knicks create a semblance of space for Jalen Brunson to operate, and how the Pacers create advantages in Double Drag sets and pushing the pace off everything - turnovers, missed

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01:17:30

2025 NBA Mock Draft & Combine Insight with Ricky...

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2025/05/22

Ep. 63 Learning Basketball with Ricky O'Donnell @SBN_RickyRicky covers NBA Scouting and the NBA Draft with SB Nation. Today we learn what each of us would do if we were acting GM of every NBA team with a first round pick this year.Timeline00:00 Introduction to the NBA Draft02:30 NBA Draft Combine Insights9:00 2025 NBA Mock Draft: Top-5 Picks31:00 2025 NBA Mock Draft: 6th-17th picks1:00:00 2025 NBA Mock Draft Speed Round: 18th-30th picksResults1 Cooper Flagg2 Dylan Harper 3 Kon Knueppel4 Khaman

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01:12:25

Pacers Knock Out Cavs, GM 7 Thunder, Conference...

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2025/05/21

Ep. 62 Learning Basketball with Yash Kumar! @mathketball1Yash Kumar covers the NBA & WNBA; is a Video & Analytics Coordinator for the Cal Poly Men’s Basketball team; and cohosts the Beyond the Arc pod.Today we learn about Yash’s journey in basketball, how OKC contained Jokic to win GM 7 vs Nuggets, how the Cavs Wheel relocation concept created space for their scorers this season, how the Pacers defensive gameplan and offensive attack beat Cleveland, and a preview with predictions of the NBA

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00:51:19

Cerebro Sports CEO Ryan Girardot on Building Analytic...

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2025/05/14

Ep. 61 Learning Basketball with Ryan Girardot! @rmgbuildsRyan Girardot is the CEO and Co-Founder of Cerebro Sports, a basketball scouting data company that is out to collect every box score on earth and put it in one place.Today we learn about Ryan Girardot's journey to running a basketball data company, how he convinced Mark Cuban to invest, building analytic scouting tools to improve decision making, and the role of analytics in basketball scouting.Timeline:00:00Introduction & Background: Ryan

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02:00:20

2025 NBA Draft Lottery – Best Team Fits for Every Top...

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2025/05/12

Ep. 60 Learning Basketball with Ahmed Jama! @SlipTheScreenAhmed covers the NBA Draft and does Grassroots Scouting with Swish Theory and Next Up basketball.Today we learn about the 2025 NBA Draft lottery, as we bounce around the best matches of player and team when it comes to the player's longterm development chances of successTimeline:0:00 Introduction & Background4:30 Insane NBA Playoffs, Nuggets-Thunder thoughts13:30 2025 NBA Draft Lottery - Best Prospect/Team Fits 15:00 Cooper Flagg22:00

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