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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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02:02:08

Franz Wagner’s Impact, Sean Sweeney’s Organization,...

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2026/10/10

Ep. 157 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥 w/ Josh Cohen! @Josh_Cohen_NBA@SwishTheory @BeyondTheRKFranz Wagner’s Impact, Sean Sweeney’s Organization, Blueprints to Orlando Magic Contender with Josh Cohen – Anthony Black's Contract Extension Year, Breakout Magic Role Players, 2026-27 Season OutlookTimeline:00:00 — Franz Wagner’s endurance, late-game impact, and two-way workload01:45 — Early impressions of Orlando’s preseason opener02:25 — Sean Sweeney’s impact14:00 — Rebuilding Orlando’s

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00:59:22

How Many "LeBrons" Should One Team Have? Twin Theory...

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2026/10/07

Ep. 156 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥 w/ Nile! @NileHoops @SwishTheory @BeyondTheRKHow Many "LeBrons" Should One Team Have? Twin Theory of NBA Roster Building + NBA Draft Scouting Tips with Nile Hoops – How to Evaluate Prospects, How Teams Build Lineups, Orlando Magic, Eric BledsoeTimeline:00:00 Twin Theory and player synergy05:27 Team identity, archetypes, and roster fit11:29 When overlapping skills work and when they don’t17:22 Building lineups around complementary player

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00:50:01

Appreciating Breanna Stewart's Greatness, How 8-Seed...

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2026/10/03

Ep. 155 Learning Basketball with Lucas Kaplan @LucasKaplan_@SwishTheoryAppreciating Breanna Stewart's Greatness, How 8-Seed Liberty Upset 1-seed Lynx, Nets Media Day with Lucas Kaplan – Keys to NYL/ATL Series, Mikel Brown Jr. Upside, Mo Wagner Energy, Julius Randle NetsTimestamps:00:00 — What makes Breanna Stewart such a uniquely effective player02:24 — Introduction and WNBA playoff context03:31 — How the Liberty’s culture and defense fuel their playoff run05:07 — Why Stewart’s impact can be

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00:43:59

How Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell, Aliyah Boston...

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2026/09/24

Ep. 154 Learning Basketball with Tony East @TonyREast @SwishTheoryHow Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell, Aliyah Boston Spark Explosive Indiana Fever + Pacers Reloading as Haliburton Healthy with Tony East – Awards, Playoffs, Expectations, Zubac's fit, Pacers RookiesTimestamps:00:00 What makes Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell such a lethal tandem?03:16 Introduction and guest welcome03:47 Indiana Fever playoff outlook and seeding08:05 Why Clark and Mitchell are such a difficult offensive

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01:04:29

Kawhi Trade Official, Raptors Dynamic Defense with Es...

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2026/09/17

Ep. 153 Learning Basketball with Es Baraheni @JustEsBaraheni @SwishTheoryKawhi Trade Official, Raptors Dynamic Defense with Es Baraheni – Kawhi’s Fit in Toronto, Darko’s Rajakovic’s Belief in Scottie Barnes’ Star Trajectory, Collin Murray-Boyles & Allen Graves Bench DepthTimeline:00:00 — Raptors’ defensive identity and Kawhi’s fit02:16 — Show introduction and guest welcome02:47 — Kawhi’s return to Toronto and the fan reaction12:14 — Trade details, roster construction, and Kawhi’s on-court

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00:43:47

NBA Bans Ballmer + How Kawhi Fiasco Hurts Clippers...

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2026/09/14

Ep. 152 Learning Basketball with Grant Mona @GMona48@SwishTheoryNBA Bans Ballmer + How Kawhi Fiasco Hurts Clippers Fans Most with Grant Mona – LAC’s Franchise Outlook after Trading for Darius Garland & Brandon Ingram, Why Frank & Redden Drafted Keaton WaglerTimeline:00:00 Introduction & Background02:00 Breaking down Los Angeles Clippers’ punishment from NBA08:00 Is this enough penalty to deter future violations?14:00 The Clippers’ new roster direction with Garland & Wagler22:00 Why

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00:53:51

How Giannis + Spoelstra = Miami Heat’s Cheat Code...

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2026/09/10

Ep. 151 Learning Basketball with Brady Hawk @BradyHawk305How Giannis + Spoelstra is Miami Heat’s Cheat Code with Brady Hawk – Fit & Chemistry between Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo, projecting Klay Thompson’s role, Heat’s Biggest X-FactorsTimestamps:0:00 — Introduction & Background3:00 — Instant Reaction to Giannis Antetokounmpo joining the Miami Heat6:00 — Giannis and Bam Adebayo Chemistry9:00 — Offensive Strategies – X’s & O’s12:00 — Player Roles and Expectations15:00 — Depth Concerns

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01:36:30

The Future of WNBA Analytics + 2026 MVP & DPOY Race...

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2026/09/03

Ep. 150 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥 w/ Kris Smith @theblacktechie @SwishTheoryThe Future of WNBA Analytics + 2026 MVP & DPOY Race with Kris Smith – Value of Data Literacy in Decision Making, Atlanta Dream Roster Construction Strategy, A'ja Wilson, Angel Reese, Gabby WilliamsTimeline:00:00 — Introduction & Background, Analytics Philosophy10:00 — Value of Data Literacy Sports Analytics & Decision Making21:00 — Atlanta Dream Roster Building Strategy around Angel Reese, Rhyne

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01:29:06

Cavs Pay Harden, Peyton Watson's Upside & Mario...

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2026/08/28

Ep. 149 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥 with Spencer Davies @SpinDavies@SwishTheoryCavs Pay Harden, Peyton Watson's Upside & Mario Hezonja's Fit with Spencer Davies – 2026-27 Cleveland Cavaliers Franchise Outlook + 2019 NBA Redraft – Zion/Morant/GarlandTimestamps:0:00 — Harden's return, Cavaliers Outlook3:00 — Introduction & Background5:00 — Player development, training work, Summer League12:00 — Cleveland Cavaliers Offseason17:00 — Peyton Watson Trade Analysis &

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01:30:12

Why Russ is Underrated, 2020 NBA Redraft, OKC...

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2026/08/23

Ep. 148 Learning Basketball with Maurya Kumpatla @TheFlarescreen @SwishTheoryWhy Russ is Underrated, 2020 NBA Redraft, OKC Offseason Outlook with Maurya Kumpatla – Celebrating Russell Westbrook’s Career, Analyzing 2026 Thunder Draft & Moves, Redrafting Edwards/Ball/HaliburtonTimestamps0:00 — Introduction & Background5:00 — Westbrook’s Impact on Oklahoma City and the NBA19:00 — Statistical Analysis when Westbrook is paired with 3pt Sniper star like Durant, George, Beal 27:00 — Why Russell

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01:15:14

Why Charlotte Traded LaMelo Ball + Scouting Duke,...

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2026/08/18

Ep. 147 Learning Basketball with Brian Geisinger @bgeis_bird@SwishTheoryWhy Charlotte Traded LaMelo Ball + Scouting Duke, UNC, NC State NBA Draft Prospects with Brian Geisinger – Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje's #1 Pick Potential, Michael Malone’s UNC, Hornets Revamp RosterTimeline:00:00 Introduction05:00 Duke's NBA Pipeline10:00 Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje's Potential14:00 Duke's NBA Depth & Player Development Strategy22:00 Scouting Duke’s NBA Draft Prospects – JBB, Cameron Williams,

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00:58:27

The Art of Pace in Film & Basketball + Best 2026 NBA...

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2026/08/14

Ep. 146 Learning Basketball with David Lee! @DLee4ThreeBest 2026 NBA Draft Fits + The Art of Pace in Film & Basketball with David Lee – Building The 5th Factor NBA Draft Model, Comparing All-Time Creator Style from Russell Westbrook to Christopher NolanTimeline:00:00 Introduction05:00 Building The 5th Factor Site & NBA Draft Model09:00 Evaluating Player Archetypes and Impact Metrics18:00 Best 2026 NBA Draft Picks40:00 The Art of Pace in Film & Basketball

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00:46:30

Why David Steele Retired As Voice of The Orlando...

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2026/08/11

Ep. 145 Learning Basketball with David Steele! @SteeleMagicWhy David Steele is Retiring as Voice of Orlando Magic – Career Stories from Shaq & Penny to T-Mac & Dwight, Vucevic Returns, ORL Coaching Changes from Mosley to Sweeney, 2026-27 Player PredictionsTimeline:0:00 Introduction & Gratitude3:30 David’s first time hearing about the Orlando Magic5:30 Appreciating Pat Williams’ & John Gabriel’s impact on the Magic and David’s career journey8:30 Shaq & Penny put Magic on the

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01:15:03

Why LeBron Chose 76ers, Jaylen Brown & Paul George...

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2026/08/04

Ep. 144 Learning Basketball with Trill Bro Dude @TrillBroDude @YouKnowballWhy LeBron Chose 76ers, Jaylen Brown Trade for Paul George, Tyrese Maxey is Key with Trill Bro Dude – Philly Wins LeBron Lottery, Analyzing Joel Embiid Fit & Depth of VJ, KCP, Wade, Philon, Simons, BonaTimeline:00:00 Introduction05:00 Reaction – Philly Wins LeBron Lottery08:00 Analyzing Basketball Fit of LeBron with 76ers11:00 Tyrese Maxey’s Value14:00 These 76ers are Transition Killers17:00 Defensive Concerns and Playoff

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01:02:31

Sudden Wealth Syndrome, NIL Financial Playbook, UVA...

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2026/07/31

Ep. 143 Learning Basketball – Tom HenskeSudden Wealth Syndrome, NIL Financial Playbook, UVA Basketball with Tom Henske – Student Athlete’s Guide to Money, Learning Financial Literacy, NIL to NBA factors, + Tony Bennett Stories

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01:10:25

Cayden Daughtry's Development Journey with Mikey...

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2026/07/23

Ep. 142 Learning Basketball with Mikey Visenberg! @NBADraftMikeyVCayden Daughtry's Development Journey with Mikey Visenberg – Scouting 2026 Peach Jam, Beckham Black, Best 2027 High School Players + Top 2028 NBA Draft Prospects like Marcus Spears Jr., AJ Williams

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01:15:05

2026 Knicks NBA Champs + Draft Questions with The...

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2026/07/19

Ep. 141 Learning Basketball with PrezidentePrezidente covers the New York Knicks and NBA Draft with The Strickland. Today we celebrate the 2026 New York Knicks title run through the playoffs, highlight key contributors, and answer tough questions about the 2026 NBA Draft class.Timeline:00:00 Celebrating the Knicks' Championship Victory06:00 Historic Stats, Knicks' Resilience and Point Differential10:00 How did the Knicks take down Wemby?15:00 Coaching Strategies: Brown compared to Thibs19:00

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01:05:56

Caleb Wilson’s Vegas Explosion, All-NBA Summer League...

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2026/07/16

Ep. 140 Learning Basketball with Ricky O’Donnell @SBN_RickyCaleb Wilson’s Vegas Explosion, Chicago Bulls Draft Analysis, All-NBA Summer League Teams with Ricky O’Donnell – Dailyn Swain PG Experiment, Bulls Plans w/ Noa Essengue, Khaman Maluach's DevelopmentTimeline:00:00 Introduction01:00 Caleb Wilson’s 3pt Explosion12:00 Point Guard Dailyn Swain Experiment25:00 Chicago Bulls Offseason Analysis 35:00 Bulls Plans with Noa Essengue40:00 All-Summer League Teams (Khaman Maluach, Cameron Boozer,

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01:03:50

Olivia Miles ROY&MVP Ticket, 2026 WNBA All-Star...

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2026/07/08

Ep. 139 Learning Basketball with Subria Whitaker @SubriaWhitakerToday we are Learning Basketball with Subria Whitaker (00:00), outlining the Chicago Sky Franchise Outlook & Latest Skylar News (5:00), highlight Olivia Miles’ legendary rookie season and discuss the realistic odds of a ROY/MVP Ticket (17:00), and celebrate the players voted to the 2026 WNBA All-Star Team with our top snubs (44:00)@SwishTheory

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01:57:33

The Giannis Trade – Why Did Milwaukee Trade Their...

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2026/06/29

Ep. 138 Learning Basketball with Ben RaumanTimeline:00:00 Introduction & Instant Giannis Trade Reaction06:00 The Moment Everything Went Wrong with Bucks losing Giannis internally10:00 From Adrian Griffin Aggressive Defense to Trading For Dame16:00 The Doc Rivers Era + Golf Simulator Rumors20:00 How do Injuries factor into Splitting Up the Blame Pie for what went wrong?35:00 The Pu Pu Platter Trade of the Day – was it only Miami & Boston with offers?42:00 Giannis Connection with Sweeney and

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