Podcasts about international basketball

Slappin' Glass sits down this week with the newly hired Head Coach of Minnesota MBB, Niko Medved! In this replay episode from when Coach Medved was at Colorado St., the trio dive into a ton of interesting and useful topics including: gaining confidence in building a program, staying seamless in half court offense, balancing analytics and gut instincts, and discuss defending DHO's and late game play calling during the always fun "Start, Sub, or Sit?!"To join coaches and championship winning staffs from the NBA to High School from over 60 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

Hello Interactors,It's March Madness time in the states — baskets and brackets. I admit I'd grown a bit skeptical of how basketball evolved since my playing days. As it happens, I played against Caitlin Clark's dad, from nearby Indianola, Iowa! Unlike the more dynamic Brent Clark, I was a small-town six-foot center, taught never to face the basket and dribble. After all, it was Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's era of back-to-the-hoop skyhooks. By college, however, I was playing pickup games in California, expected to handle the ball, shoot, dish, or drive. Just like Caitlin! The players around me were from East LA, not Indianola. Jordan was king, and basketball wasn't just evolving — it was about to explode. It's geographic expansion and spatial dynamism has influenced how the game is played and I now know why I can't get enough of it.BOARDS, BOUNDARIES, AND BREAKING FREEThere was one gym in my hometown, Norwalk, Iowa, where I could dunk a basketball. The court was so cramped, there was a wall right behind the backboard. It was padded to ease post layup collisions! But when I timed it right, I could run and jump off the wall launching myself into the air and just high enough to dunk. This old gym, a WPA project, was built in 1936 and was considered large at the time relative to population. It felt tiny by the time I played there during PE as a kid and on weekend pickup games as a teen — though it was still bigger than anything my parents experienced in rural Southern Iowa.Basketball began as a sport of spatial limitation. James Naismith invented the game in 1891 — 45 years prior to my dunk gym's grand opening. The game was invented to be played in a YMCA gym in Springfield, Massachusetts. This building dictated the court's dimensions, movement, and strategy. Naismith's original 13 rules emphasized order—no dribbling or running, only passing to move the ball. Early basketball wasn't about individual drives but about constant movement within a network of passing lanes, with players anticipating and reacting in real time.The original peach baskets were hung ten feet high on a balcony railing, with no backboards to guide shots. Misses bounced unpredictably, adding a vertical challenge and forcing players to think strategically about rebounding. Since the baskets had bottoms, play stopped after every score, giving teams time to reset and rethink.Soon the bottom of the basket was removed, and a backboard was introduced — originally intended to prevent interference from spectators batting opponents shots from the balcony. The backboard fundamentally altered the physics of play. Now a player could more predictably bank shots of the backboard and invent new rebounding strategies.When running while dribbling was introduced in the late 1890s, basketball's rigid spatial structure loosened. No longer confined to static passing formations, the game became a fluid system of movement. These innovations transformed the court into an interactive spatial environment, where angles, trajectories, and rebounds became key tactical elements. According to one theory of spatial reformulation through human behavior, structured spaces like basketball courts evolved not solely through top-down design, but through emergent patterns of use, where movement, interaction, and adaptation shape the space over time.By the 1920s, the court itself expanded—not so much in physical size but in meaning. The game had spread beyond enclosed gymnasiums to urban playgrounds, colleges, and professional teams. Each expansion further evolved basketball's spatial logic. Courts in New York's streetball culture fostered a tight and improvisational style. Players developed elite dribbling skills and isolation plays to navigate crowded urban courts. Meanwhile, Midwestern colleges, like Kansas where Naismith later coached, prioritized structured passing and zone defenses, reflecting the systemic, collective ethos of the game's inventor. This period reflects microcosms of larger social and spatial behaviors. Basketball, shaped by its environment and the players who occupied it, mirrored the broader urbanization process. This set the stage for basketball's transformation and expansion from national leagues to a truly global game.The evolution of basketball, like the natural, constructed, and cultural landscapes surrounding it, was not static. Basketball was manifested through and embedded in cultural geography, where places evolve over time, accumulating layers of meaning and adaptation. The basketball court was no exception. The game burst forth, breaking boundaries. It branched into local leagues, between bustling cities, across regions, and globetrotted around the world.TACTICS, TALENT, AND TRANSNATIONAL TIESThe year my ego-dunk gym was built, basketball debuted in the 1936 Olympics. That introduced the sport to the world. International play revealed contrasting styles, but it wasn't until the 1990s and 2000s that basketball became a truly global game — shaped as much by European and African players as by American traditions.Europe's game focused on tactical structures and spatial awareness. In the U.S., basketball was built within a high school and college system, but European basketball mimicked their club-based soccer academy model. It still does. In countries like Serbia, Spain, and Lithuania, players are taught the game from a tactical perspective first — learning how to read defenses, move without the ball, and make the extra pass. European training emphasizes court vision, spacing, and passing precision, fostering playmakers wise to the spatial dynamics of the game. Geography also plays a role in the development of European basketball. Countries like Serbia and Lithuania, which have a strong history of basketball but relatively smaller populations, could not rely on the sheer athletic depth of players like the U.S. Instead, they had to refine skill-based, systematic approaches to the game. This helped to ensure every player developed what is commonly called a “high basketball IQ”. They also exhibit a high level of adaptability to team-oriented strategies. European basketball exemplifies this, blending the legacy of former socialist sports systems — which prioritized collective success — with contemporary, globalized styles. This structured process explains why European players like Nikola Jokić, Luka Dončić, and Giannis Antetokounmpo often arrive in the NBA with an advanced understanding of spacing, passing, and team concepts. Jokić's story is particularly revealing. Growing up in Serbia, he didn't just play basketball — he played water polo, a sport that demands high-level spatial awareness and precision passing. In water polo, players must make quick decisions without being able to plant their feet or rely on sheer speed. Although, at seven feet tall, Jokić could probably sometimes touch the bottom of the pool! These skills translated perfectly to his basketball game, where his passing ability, patience, and ability to manipulate defenders make him one of the most unique playmakers in NBA history. Unlike the American model, where taller players are often pushed into narrowly defined roles as rebounders and rim protectors (like I was), European training systems emphasize all-around skill development regardless of height.This is why European big men like Jokić, Gasol, and Nowitzki excel both in the post and on the perimeter. Europe's emphasis on technical education and tactical intelligence fosters versatile skill sets before specialization. This adaptability has made fluid, multi-positional play the norm, prioritizing efficiency and team success over individual spectacle.If European basketball emphasizes structure, the African basketball pipeline fosters adaptability and resilience — not as inherent traits, but as responses to developmental conditions. Sociologist Pierre Bourdieu popularized this as habitus, where individuals unconsciously shape their skills based on their social and material environments. With limited formal infrastructure, many African players learn in fluid, improvised settings, refining their game through necessity rather than structured coaching.Unlike U.S. and European players, who train in specialized systems from an early age, African players often develop versatile, positionless skill sets. Their careers frequently involve migrating through different leagues and coaching styles. A great example is Joel Embiid. He didn't start playing basketball until he was 15. Growing up in Cameroon, he initially played soccer and volleyball. These sports both contributed to his basketball development in unexpected ways. Soccer helped him refine elite footwork, now a required trait of the post game, while volleyball sharpened his timing and hand-eye coordination — hence his dominance as a shot-blocker and rebounder. This multi-sport background is common among African players. Many grow up playing soccer first, which explains why so many African-born big men in the NBA — Hakeem Olajuwon, Serge Ibaka, and Pascal Siakam — have exceptional footwork and agility.Like Jokić's water polo background shaped his passing, soccer's fluidity influences how many African players move on the court. Beyond skills, migration plays a key role, as many leave home as teens to develop in European leagues or U.S. schools. Constant adaptation to new environments builds mental resilience, essential for professional sports. (just ask Luka Dončić after suddenly being traded to the Lakers!) Anthropologist Arjun Appadurai describes this as evolving ethnoscapes and how globalization drives global cultural flows. Practices, traditions, and ideas reshape both new destinations and home cultures as identities become blended across cultures and borders. African players embody this, adapting their games across multiple basketball traditions.Look at Embiid moving from Cameroon to the U.S., adapting to American basketball while retaining his cross-sport instincts. Or Giannis Antetokounmpo, he was born in Greece to Nigerian parents, played soccer as a kid, and now blends European teamwork and fancy footwork with NBA strength training and explosiveness. Like the game itself, basketball is shifting as players from diverse domains deliver new directions, playing patterns, and philosophies.CULTURE, COURTS, AND CROSSOVERSThe influx of European and African players has not only changed the NBA, it's also changed how American players play overseas.Sports psychologist Rainer Meisterjahn studied American players in foreign leagues, revealing struggles with structured European play and coaching. Initially frustrated by the lack of individual play and star focus, many later gained a broader understanding of the game. Their experience mirrors that of European and African players in the NBA, proving basketball is now a shared global culture.While the NBA markets itself as an American product, its style, strategies, and talent pool are increasingly internationalized. The dominance of ball movement and tactical discipline coupled with versatility and adaptability have fundamentally reshaped how the game is played.Media has help drive basketball's global expansion. Sports media now amplifies international leagues, exposing fans (like me) to diverse playing styles. Rather than homogenizing, basketball evolves by merging influences, much like cultural exchanges that shaped jazz (another love of mine) or global cuisine (another love of mind) — blending styles while retaining its core. The game is no longer dictated by how one country plays; it is an interwoven, adaptive sport, constantly changing in countless ways. The court's boundaries may be tight, but borderless basketball has taken flight.Basketball has always been a game of spatial negotiation. First confined to a small, hardwood court, it spilled out of walls to playgrounds, across rivalrous cross-town leagues, to the Laker-Celtic coastal battles of the 80s, and onto the global stage. Yet its true complexity is not just where it is played, but how it adapts. The game's larger narrative is informed by the emergent behaviors and real-time spatial recalibration that happens every time it's played. Basketball operates as an interactive system where every movement creates new positional possibilities and reciprocal responses. Player interactions shape the game in real time, influencing both individual possessions—where spacing, passing, and movement constantly evolve — and the global basketball economy, where styles, strategies, and talent migration continuously reshape the sport.On the court, players exist in a constant state of spatial adaptation, moving through a fluid network of shifting gaps, contested lanes, and open spaces. Every pass, cut, and screen forces a reaction, triggering an endless cycle of recalibration and emergence. The most elite players — whether it's Nikola Jokić manipulating defensive rotations with surgical passing or Giannis Antetokounmpo reshaping space in transition — don't just react to the game; they anticipate and reshape the very structure of the court itself. This reflects the idea that space is not just occupied but actively redefined through movement and interaction, continuously shaped by dynamic engagement on and off the court.This logic of adaptation extends to the community level where basketball interacts with urban geography, shaping and being shaped by its environment. Urban basketball courts function as micro-environments, where local styles of play emerge as reflections of city life and its unique spatial dynamics. The compact, improvisational play of street courts in Lagos mirrors the spatial density of urban Africa, just as the systemic, team-first approach of European basketball reflects the structured environments of club academies in Spain, Serbia, and Lithuania. As the game expands, it doesn't erase these identities — it integrates them. New forms of hybrid styles reflect decades-old forces of globalization.Basketball's global expansion mirrors the complex adaptive networks that form during the course of a game. Interconnected systems evolve through emergent interactions. And just as cities develop through shifting flows of people, resources, and ideas, basketball transforms as players, styles, and strategies circulate worldwide, continuously reshaping the game on the court and off. The court may still be measured in feet and lines, but the game it contains — psychologically, socially, and geographically — moves beyond those boundaries. It flows with every fluent pass, each migrating mass, and every vibrant force that fuels its ever-evolving future.REFERENCESHillier, B. (2012). Studying cities to learn about minds: Some possible implications of space syntax for spatial cognition. Environment and Planning B: Planning and Design.Naismith, J. (1941). Basketball: Its Origins and Development. University of Nebraska Press.Baur, J. W. R., & Tynon, J. F. (2010). Small-scale urban nature parks: Why should we care? Leisure Sciences, Taylor & Francis.Callaghan, J., Moore, E., & Simpson, J. (2018). 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Network dynamics in team sports: The influence of space and time in basketball. Journal of Human Kinetics.Ribeiro, J., Silva, P., Duarte, R., Davids, K., & Araújo, D. (2019). Team sports performance analysis: A dynamical system approach. Sports Medicine. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit interplace.io

Join us on B-Ball Radio as we welcome Professor and Author David Hollander, who dives deep into the themes of his NYU course and his thought-provoking book, How Basketball Can Save the World. As the creator of World Basketball Day and Assistant Dean of Real World Experiences at the Preston Robert Tisch Institute for Global Sport, David brings a unique perspective on the impact of basketball beyond the court. Tune in for engaging conversations about the intersection of sports, culture, and global change. Don't miss out—subscribe to explore how basketball can inspire a better world!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Big Dogs are ready to recap the latest news in the NBA including All-Star talk, the Magics struggles with their returning stars, trade talk, and more!

Former teammates with the Milwaukee Bucks, Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Serge Ibaka sit down for a one-on-one conversation about everything from fashion to Giannis and International Basketball. Gruber Law Office's Thanalysis is also presented by Carbliss Premium Ready to Drink Cocktails and Potawatomi Casino and Hotel in Milwaukee. 

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In this episode, Sara speaks to Julia about how Islam has shaped her leading. Sara explains that she trusts Allah has mapped out her journey. At first, she was upset about giving up her dream of being a basketball player, but she soon discovered that pursuing the sport as a referee brought her new and bigger opportunities like the World Cup and the Olympics. While that's true, she emphasises that hard work is essential; one must give their 100% to whatever they do and never underestimate yourself. "You don't know what will happen to you, you never know who is watching you...you never know what opportunities will come to you," is what Islam teaches her and she transfers the same lesson to her juniors. She also talks about how Islam guides her to treat everyone equally and share her learnings and experiences with her juniors, peers and community, so that when she grows, her community grows with her. Sara's leads with positivity and believes that talking to people nicely will always make them respect her even if they fail to like her for whatsoever reason. About the GuestSara Gamal Elsharnouby is from Egypt. She graduated from Alexandria University as a Civil Engineer and is currently an International Basketball referee since 2016. She has refereed in many international competitions such as Tokyo Olympics (2020), FIBA Women World Cup Australia (2022) and many junior men and women World Cups. An inspiring fact about her: Sarah Gamal was the first Arab and African woman to referee 3-on-3 basketball games at the Tokyo Olympics (2020).

This week we welcome Ellevyn Irwin back to the show. Ellevyn is Chartered Physiotherapist who has worked with elite athletes whilst serving as the team Physio for Leinster Rugby, Donegal Senior Men's GAA, Irish Senior Men's International Basketball and Derry City F.C. In this week's episode we are considering how best to recover from a HYROX or indeed any fitness race. We look at the pre-race steps that you can take to put yourself in the best position to recuperate from your event. We also examine the various different techniques that you can use to recover faster. Does an ice bath or a massage help you the most? What pieces of equipment are worth the money? We look into this and much more. Follow Ellevyn on Instagram - @ellevynphysio Find Ellevyn online - https://www.ellevynirwinphysio.com/ If you have any questions about the show or are interested in advertising with us then please contact admin@ukocr.com Find out more about UKOCR  by clicking Here Support UKOCR on Patreon Here or Buy us a beer if you like what we do

Brent Gunning and Matt Marchese kick things off with CBC Sports' Andi Petrillo as they recap the Paris 2024 Olympics. They discuss what goes into prepping for Olympic coverage, the biggest storylines for Canada, the controversies throughout the games, the investments into field events, and why this was our nation's most successful Summer Games in history. Later on, Sportsnet's own Michael Grange joins the show to discuss Team U.S.A.'s Olympic basketball dominance, France's performances in the tournament, the lack of minutes for Jayson Tatum, which country Joel Embiid will represent in 2028, if he has become the biggest villain in basketball, and what R.J. Barrett's success on the international stage means for the Raptors (26:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

How incredible to have had so much international level basketball available to us over the past few months! We unpack what our observations have been on the Olympics so far, Coops gives us his thoughts from being Head Coach in Turkey at the World Cup, and of course how it all translates back into what we as coaches do at the grassroots level. This was recorded before the 2 Serbia games so may be a little out dated now - and now that I have access to the stats, Boomers are 65.6% and the Opals are 71.2% from the FT line!

Jonas de Bruyne was most recently a player development coach with Urspring Basketball Academy. He is a licensed B basketball trainer who previously worked for Elite Academy in Belgium. Jonas shares his insight on how he uses the Constraints Led Approach and Differential Learning in his coaching.If you're looking to improve your coaching please consider joining the Hoop Heads Mentorship Program. We believe that having a mentor is the best way to maximize your potential and become a transformational coach. By matching you up with one of our experienced mentors you'll develop a one on one relationship that will help your coaching, your team, your program, and your mindset. The Hoop Heads Mentorship Program delivers mentoring services to basketball coaches at all levels through our team of experienced Head Coaches. Find out more at hoopheadspod.com or shoot me an email directly mike@hoopheadspod.comMake sure you're subscribed to the Hoop Heads Pod on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts and while you're there please leave us a 5 star rating and review. Your ratings help your friends and coaching colleagues find the show. If you really love what you're hearing recommend the Hoop Heads Pod to someone and get them to join you as a part of Hoop Heads Nation.You'll want to have a notebook handy as you listen to this episode with Jonas De Bruyne, International Basketball Coach.Website - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonas-de-bruyne-025419214/Email - jonasdebruyne09@hotmail.comTwitter/X - @jonasdebruyne_

The 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris are officially here! To kick off the Olympics, Ryan talks to gold medalist Dominique Dawes, Michael Phelps' coach Bob Bowman, and legendary basketball coach George Raveling. Dominique Dawes is one of only three US women to compete at three Olympics, and has won four Olympic medals. In the 1996 Summer Olympic Games in Atlanta, Dominique earned a gold medal as a part of the “Magnificent Seven”, as well as an individual bronze medal in the floor event. She also earned team bronzes in 1992 and 2000 and is a member of the International Gymnastics and USA Olympic Halls of Fame.

Jonathan Yu is from British Columbia, Canada and coached this past year in Vietnam for the Saigon Heat and also worked as a player development coach for The Performance Lab. Prior to moving to Vietnam, Yu held the same role for College Prep Italy under Alex Sarama from Transforming Basketball. Jonathan is passionate about teaching the game through a Constraints-Led Approach and using Differentiated Learning to improve a player's shooting. Yu also has coached high school and AAU basketball in Canada. If you're looking to improve your coaching please consider joining the Hoop Heads Mentorship Program. We believe that having a mentor is the best way to maximize your potential and become a transformational coach. By matching you up with one of our experienced mentors you'll develop a one on one relationship that will help your coaching, your team, your program, and your mindset. The Hoop Heads Mentorship Program delivers mentoring services to basketball coaches at all levels through our team of experienced Head Coaches. Find out more at hoopheadspod.com or shoot me an email directly mike@hoopheadspod.comMake sure you're subscribed to the Hoop Heads Pod on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts and while you're there please leave us a 5 star rating and review. Your ratings help your friends and coaching colleagues find the show. If you really love what you're hearing recommend the Hoop Heads Pod to someone and get them to join you as a part of Hoop Heads Nation.Grab pen and paper to take some notes as you listen to this episode with Jonathan Yu, International Basketball Coach.Website - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-yu-65001bba/?originalSubdomain=vnEmail - jonathanyu@outlook.comTwitter - @J_Yu08Visit our Sponsors!Dr. Dish BasketballTurn up the heat on your summer training efforts with major savings from our friends on Dr. Dish Basketball. This month only, unlock $2,000 Off of their Dr. Dish All-Star+ shooting machine and receive Free Shipping (value of $550) on your purchase. Learn more at drdishbasketball.comFast Model SportsFastModel Sports has the most compelling and intuitive basketball software out there! In addition to a great product, they also provide basketball coaching content and resources through their blog and playbank, which features over 8,000 free plays and drills from their online coaching community. For access to these plays and more information, visit fastmodelsports.com or follow them on Twitter @FastModel. Use Promo code HHP15 to save 15%GameChangerIntroducing GameChanger, a free app that provides you with data to make strategic coaching decisions and to...

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UCLA Basketball star Travis Reed has made some tough decisions in his life including deciding to play overseas instead of the NBA. Of course, a lot of those decisions worked out well for the 6'8" power forward as he became the league MVP in Holland and the Baltic League Player of the Year. These days, Travis talks about hoops and stays true to his roots as he can be heard on the "Bleav in UCLA" podcast, and on his "An Athlete's Journey" show on You Tube. There he can be seen interviewing "California Legends" that he has known throughout HIS journey. Travis' love for and frustration with golf is something we can all relate to, even without being a hoops legend.

Slappin' Glass sits down this week with the Head Coach of the New Zealand Breakers, Mody Maor. In this highly insightful conversation the trio dive into topics of layering offensive actions, drag screen reads, and discuss weekly practice planning and evaluating competitiveness during the always fun "Start, Sub, or Sit??!"To join coaches and staff from the NBA to High School from over 40 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

Slappin' Glass sits down this week with Milwaukee Bucks' Assistant, and 5-time NBL Champion with the Perth Wildcats, Trevor Gleeson. The trio dive into preparing for the unexpected, "War Games", and talk leadership in crisis, and Flex Offense Counters during the always interesting "Start, Sub, or Sit?!"To join coaches and staff from the NBA to High School from over 40 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

Craig Smith graces the Fat Fish podcast with his stories of his basketball exploits, life lessons, and his life now as children's book writer!

Adam and Matt are joined by fan favorite Clint to go over Adam's NBA hot takes including: -LeBron's time in LA has been a net negative for his legacy -Jokic should be the first pick in an all time NBA draft -Foreign basketball is killing the NBA draft -Airpods suck

Slappin' Glass sits down for an insightful and interesting conversation with Olimpia Milano Head Coach, Ettore Messina! In this replay from 2022 the trio discuss playbook design, leveraging player strengths, "brutal honesty", and much more. To join coaches and staff from the NBA to High School from over 40 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

A weekly podcast covering women's sports news.  Taking a look around the grounds - Opals book ticket to Paris without the GOAT on board, Pipeline is for the f***ing girls, and, not a single woman has been named on Sportico's list of the top 100 highest-paid athletes. For the key story we'll chat to Heather Harman-Michael, whose video we shared on our socials recently, where she used some seriously impressive investigation to call out an internet troll. Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON'T PLAY SPORT. www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Get the wrap delivered into your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + don't miss a merch drop. www.linktr.ee/thefemaleathleteproject Shop TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Find us on Instagram: @thefemaleathleteproject #womenssport 

Slappin' Glass sits down this week with the Head Coach of of the G-League's Capital City Go-Go, Cody Toppert! In this highly thought-provoking conversation Coach Toppert dives into measuring, studying, and improving decision making, Expected Possession Value, and discusses in-game communication and defending ISO situations during a fun "Start, Sub, or Sit?!"To join coaches and staff from the NBA to High School from over 40 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

A masterclass on the podcast this week with Mega Basket Head Coach, Mark Barac! Coach Barac dives deep into the areas of Hedging the PNR, Defending the Short Roll, and gives his thoughts on Offensive Rebounding Analytics and Spain PNR reads during a dynamic "Start, Sub, or Sit?!" To join coaches and staff from the NBA to High School from over 40 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

In this episode, host Shane Larson sits down with professional basketball player Tyren Johnson for an in-depth conversation about his journey in the world of basketball. Join us as we explore Tyren's background as a basketball player, including his upbringing and the impact of AAU basketball on his development. Discover what it truly means to work hard from a young age and how it shaped Tyren's mindset and approach to the game. They'll dive into the politics of the NBA and also learn as Tyren shares his experiences and insights from his time playing overseas. Gain a firsthand perspective on the challenges and opportunities that arise when transitioning to international basketball. But Tyren's story doesn't end on the court. As a business owner, he has developed his own "Make Em Pay Mindset," training others on how to harness doubt as fuel for success. Tune in to learn from Tyren's wisdom and discover the mindset required to excel at the next level of basketball. Whether you're a basketball enthusiast or simply seeking inspiration, this episode offers valuable insights into the ins and outs of the game. Join us as we dive into the world of basketball with Tyren Johnson, a seasoned professional who continues to make waves in the sport. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of what it takes to succeed in basketball, straight from someone who is currently playing at the highest level. Tune in to The Gametime Guru podcast and elevate your game! A reminder that this episode is brought to you by: Deluca Insurance Group Head to - https://delucainsurance.com/about-us/ With DeLuca Insurance Group, you get a dedicated agent ready to help you make well-informed decisions about protecting your lifestyle. I'm here with the know-how and products to help you manage your family's risks, no matter what stage of life you are in. An open appointment book, along with coverage for everything from home, auto, collector cars and life to farms and businesses, means you can feel good that I'm more your ally than your agent.  #TheGametimeGuru #InternationalBasketball #TyrenJohnson  

Slappin' Glass sits down this week with the Head Coach of Florida Atlantic University, Dusty May! Fresh off a run to the Final Four, Coach May shares his insights on true coaching education, the randomness of winning, and talk deceptive off-ball screens and defensive communication during the always fun "Start, Sub, or Sit?!"To join coaches and staff from the NBA to High School from over 40 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

Subscribe to Mostly Sports with Mark Titus and Brandon Walker on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MostlySportsTitusandWalker?sub_confirmation=1 On today's episode we are joined by Barstool's Renaissance Man, The Wonton Don aka Donnie Does. Mark has a concept for an international basketball trip to pitch to Donnie, and today he will try and figure out where in the world the two should go together. This, plus tales of Donnie's travels, how he got to Barstool, some of the craziest things he's caught on film and more. On the back half of the episode, we bid farewell to Winning Time, which has been cancelled after 2 seasons, and we talk a little college football. The Wonton Don aka Donnie Does is an absolute jack of all trades and Barstool's Foreign Correspondent. He has spent time making videos in more countries than most people go to in their entire lives, including countries in Asia, Europe, South America and Africa during his time at Barstool Sports. He recently went to Mt Everest base camp in Nepal, to watch baseball in the Dominican Republic with White Sox Dave, to the World Cup in Qatar with PFT Commenter, who he previously went to Hong Kong with to watch Rugby, and he has ventured to Zah's hometown in Zimbabwe. He carries a wealth of information from his time around the world, and is always a good hang. Follow Donnie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DonnieDoesWorld Follow Donnie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewontondon/ Follow Donnie on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewontondon?lang=en Subscribe to Donnie's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheWontonDon Show note: We'll be back with a new episode Thursday as we continue our offseason schedule of Tuesday/Thursday episodes. Follow the show on all socials @MarkTitusShow

(0:00) intro (1:45) catchin' up (3:54) shot outs (26:31) Kevin Porter Jr.'s actions have had some real consequences (33:36) we discuss Rich Paul's latest media blitz and the terrible, nonsensical talking points he's pushing to support his Lebron GOAT claims (45:00) what's going on with Team USA vs. the rest of the world (51:26) we react to the NBA's new load management rules (55:24) Beat of the Week (56:00) Train of Thought: we talking gangbanging, funeral etiquette, Tiktok, and "down bad" brothers (1:52:20) weekly awards (2:13:34) outro!

Paul Jones and and Doug Smith Join Deitsch & Shannon and today we take a look back at what we watched in Jakarta & Manila with Canada beating the United States for the bronze medal at the FIBA Basketball World Cup. We then take a look ahead at the Olympic Games this summer in Paris and wonder how good team Canada could be if they had a full roster, while saving some time for some discussions about the fluctuating popularity of International Basketball and why NBA Players aren't particularily keen on participating.

Slappin' Glass sits down today with one of the great young coaches in the game, Columbia WBB Head Coach, Meg Griffith. The trio dive into a wide-ranging conversation about energy as a coach, including how to re-energize mid season, along with playing with an edge, transition offensive concepts, and we talk peer-to-peer communication and peel switch rotations during the always fun "Start, Sub, or Sit?!"To join coaches and staff from the NBA to High School from over 40 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

Kevin Whitted, former Vols Star/international basketball development coach, w/J&J on the Grizzlies/Nate Hoover

Will Lithuanian newcomers Motiejus Krivas and Paulius Murauskas make an instant impact for the Arizona Wildcats? International hoops expert Ignacio Rissotto joins us to tell us what Wildcat fans should know about both guys, and whether Henri Veesaar will eventually live up to the hype. Plus, with the addition of Montana Lemonious-Craig, could this be Arizona football's most talented offense in the last 25 years? Also, thoughts on Arizona baseball's run in the Pac-12 Tournament -- and will the Pac-12 survive without an ESPN deal?

oin us as we pay tribute to the legendary NBA scorer, Carmelo Anthony, as he announces his retirement after 19 remarkable seasons. From his college triumphs at Syracuse to his contributions on the global stage with Olympic gold, Anthony's journey is a testament to resilience and passion. Discover the impact he has had on and off the court, his incredible scoring records, and the legacy he leaves behind. We dive into the highs and lows of his career, celebrating his achievements while exploring the man behind the jersey. As Anthony embarks on a new chapter, we explore the influence he has had on communities and fans worldwide. Get ready for an episode that captures the essence of a basketball icon and the power of dreams fulfilled.

Slappin' Glass sits down this week with the Head Coach of the French Pro B club, Vichy Clermont, Guillaume Vizade! Coach Vizade has a tremendous amount of experience coaching both in France and the U.S. and the trio dive into his thoughts on limiting PNR turnovers, matching spacings and reads to various skillsets, and talk offensive rebounding tactics and developing young talent during the always entertaining "Start, Sub, or Sit?!"To join coaches and staff from the NBA to High School from over 40 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

Slappin' Glass is joined this week by Coaches Drew Dunlop and Jake Grossmann, Co-Founders of one of the best basketball and performance training facilities, The Pro Lane. The group dive into the interesting areas of growth environments, mid-season drill tweaks, and talk dealing with failure and myths of shooting during the always fun "Start, Sub, or Sit?!"To join coaches and staff from the NBA to High School from over 40 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

There are a couple major differences between the NBA and the world's second oldest pro basketball league, the Philippine Basketball Association (otherwise known as the PBA). For one, the PBA season never really stops. Three back-to-back conferences stretch throughout the year, with the major difference being roster restrictions. Depending on the conference, teams are limited by how many “imports” they can have, and their heights. Imports are held to an all-star standard, expected to put up incredible numbers and play 48 minutes per game. In return, imports - often former or aspiring NBA players looking for a second chance at a career - are treated with the same reverence as NBA legends. In this episode, Cassidy and Nikko explore the life of a PBA import, and the legend of the PBA's “Black Superman,” Billy Ray Bates – a former Portland Trailblazer who still holds the franchise record career NBA playoff average of 26.7 points per game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday, January 5 2022: Get daily free picks, sports betting tips, and advice from The Prez and Teddy Covers Monday through Friday on WagerTalk Today. On every show, the Dynamic Duo breaks down the biggest games on the board with special guest handicappers, giving out free NBA picks, NFL predictions, college football betting advice and so much more. Each week we check in with Las Vegas bookmakers and professional sports bettors to get the inside scoop on the sports betting industry. #WagerTalk | #collegebasketball | #cbbpicks | #cbbbets

On this week's episode we welcome agent Kevin Tarca.  Kevin is the founder of Kreation Talent Agency and a former D1 basketball walk-on at Quinnipiac University.  In this episode we talk about the pros and cons of being a D1 walk on, why Kevin became an agent, traveling the globe, making in person connections, the confusion about “playing overseas” and much more.  Connect w/ KevinWebsite: https://www.kevintarca.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/kevin_tarcaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevintarca/Email: kevin@kreationtalent.comConnect with Cory:Website | https://www.prepathletics.comTwitter | https://twitter.com/PREP_AthleticsInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/prep_athletics/Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/PrepAthleticsEmail | coryheitz@gmail.comPhone | 859-317-1166 Subscribe to the PREP Athletics Podcast:iTunes | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/prep-athletics-podcast/id1546265809?uo=4Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/6CAKbXFiIOhoHinzsReYbJAmazon | https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c37179d-3371-47f9-9d97-fd569e8802a7/prep-athletics-basketball-podcast #AmazonMusic Google Podcasts | https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80M2YwZTZkMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw About MeCory Heitz is the Founder and President of PREP Athletics. He has been helping place players into the right fitting prep schools since 2008. Cory completed a post grad year himself before playing in a D1 basketball program, so he knows the pressures that players and families face when trying to get to the collegiate level. That's why he started this podcast, which is to share his wealth of information to those looking to reach their college basketball goals. 

Slappin' Glass sits down this week with the Head Coach of the Spanish National Team and Virtus Bologna, Sergio Scariolo! The trio dive into a range of interesting topics including Coach Scariolo's use of alternative defenses, including the philosophy, teaching points, and practice habits behind them, and talk guarding Flare Screens and poise under pressure during the always fun "Start, Sub, or Sit?!"To join coaches and staff from the NBA to High School from over 40 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

Mike Taylor has coached basketball at various levels all over the world.  He most recently served as the Head Coach of the Fraser Valley Bandits professional team in Canada.  From 2014 to 2021 Mike was the Polish National Team Coach where he led Poland from FIBA world rank #42 to #13.  He also guided Poland to their first World Cup in 52 years and only their second overall. Mike served as an assistant coach for the Czech Republic National Team from 2009-2013.  He has coached professionally in Germany and England.  In addition to his experience overseas has coached with the Maine Red Claws in the NBA G League, the Rio Grande Valley Vipers, the Kansas Cagerz, and the Dodge City legends. Mike started his coaching career at a graduate assistant coach at Clarion University followed by stints as an assistant at Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Pittsburg State before heading overseas to coach professionally in Germany. If you're looking to improve your coaching please consider joining the Hoop Heads Mentorship Program.  We believe that having a mentor is the best way to maximize your potential and become a transformational coach. By matching you up with one of our experienced mentors you'll develop a one on one relationship that will help your coaching, your team, your program, and your mindset.  The Hoop Heads Mentorship Program delivers mentoring services to basketball coaches at all levels through our team of experienced Head Coaches. Find out more at hoopheadspod.com or shoot me an email directly mike@hoopheadspod.com Follow us on social media @hoopheadspod on Twitter and Instagram and be sure to check out the Hoop Heads Podcast Network for more great basketball content. Take some notes as you listen to this episode with Mike Taylor, International Basketball Coach. LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-taylor-5b3a51223 (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-taylor-5b3a51223) Email -  miket_15@hotmail.com

CJ McCollum and Izzy Gutierrez take a look back into CJ's journey to the NBA (03:13), before discussing the Draymond Green-Jordan Poole fight and how the incident affects the Warriors(14:34). Then they get into the 'Redeem Team' documentary and how important the NBA is for the growth of basketball internationally (28:04). Plus, covering the NBA Western Conference predictions for the 2022-23 season (43:20). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Slappin' Glass sits down this week with the terrific Head Coach of ALBA Berlin, Israel Gonzalez! The trio discuss a number of interesting topics including Coach Gonzalez' thoughts on offensive building blocks, re-triggers within an offensive, player development, and talk skill acquisition and "Next" Defense during the always fun "Start, Sub, or Sit?!" segment. Join NBA, Euroleague, WNBA, and NCAA coaches who are taking advantage of an SG Plus membership HERE.  

Team Serbia once again dominates a helpless opponent, but Eurobasket continues to be entertaining. Adam Mares has thoughts on why Eurobasket is like March Madness.... but better? Plus, an in-depth discussion of the differences in the NBA and International Basketball and why the concepts from each are difficult to translate to the other, and why despite those challenges, the Nuggets need to embrace certain aspects and mindsets of how Team Serbia plays in order to win a championship this season.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order.BetOnlineBetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Team Serbia once again dominates a helpless opponent, but Eurobasket continues to be entertaining. Adam Mares has thoughts on why Eurobasket is like March Madness.... but better? Plus, an in-depth discussion of the differences in the NBA and International Basketball and why the concepts from each are difficult to translate to the other, and why despite those challenges, the Nuggets need to embrace certain aspects and mindsets of how Team Serbia plays in order to win a championship this season. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The best American-born international basketball player, Kyle Hines, is a UNC-Greensboro graduate and has played professional basketball overseas for 14-plus years. Hines joined Culture State to talk about his career overseas, his initial looks with some teams like the San Antonio Spurs, turning down a contract from the Atlanta Hawks, and more. #UNCG #UNCGreensboro #KyleHines #Hines #NorthCarolina #NC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The best American-born international basketball player, Kyle Hines, is a UNC-Greensboro graduate and has played professional basketball overseas for 14-plus years. Hines joined Culture State to talk about his career overseas, his initial looks with some teams like the San Antonio Spurs, turning down a contract from the Atlanta Hawks, and more. #UNCG #UNCGreensboro #KyleHines #Hines #NorthCarolina #NC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyndahl talks with me about his journey overseas and challenges he faced with finding a team home. Mixed and Mastered by Tom Ponce @citysoundengineering and @citysoundprodutions Support the show

Kirk is joined by Matej Petek, a Slovenian fan who runs a great twitter account and has a podcast and youtube page called Sportinfo. We talk a lot about Luka Doncic's international schedule coming up, which starts early next week with World Cup Qualifiers. There's a ton of international basketball covered over 40 minutes. Give the show a listen and let us know what you think! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Slappin' Glass sits down this week with the Head Coach of Olimpia Milano, Ettore Messina! The current Euroleague Head Coach, and former NBA Assistant with the Spurs, dives into the areas of playing to strengths, playbook design, and discuss practice buildups and "logical creativity" during the always fun "Start, Sub, or Sit?!"To join coaches and staffs from over 40 different countries benefitting from a membership to SG Plus, visit HERE. 

Toronto Raptors & Canada Basketball Head Coach Nick Nurse joined OverDrive earlier today and got into their upcoming World Cup Qualifier, whether we see Andrew Wiggins this summer, the differences in international basketball & what he made of the rebound season for Pascal Siakam.

Slappin' Glass sits down with the Head Coach of Limoges CSP in France's Pro A division. The trio dive into the topics of playing multiple defensive systems, offensive complexity vs. simplicity, and talk "plus/minus" analytics, Free Throw stats, and hiding poor defenders during the always fun "Start, Sub, or Sit?!"For those interesting in growing, exploring, and connecting this off season, find out more and join coaches and staffs from over 30 different countries taking advantage on an SG Plus membership HERE.