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HoopTalk – Draft Prospects (Part 2)

Yesterday, I shared my top 10 draft prospects for the 2026 NBA Draft. I know it’s a bit early, but with the new year approaching, there’s no better time to reflect on what these talented prospects have accomplished over the past year. Here’s my full draft board. Today I want to cover a few of…

HoopTalk – Thunder

The Oklahoma City Thunder may very well win 74+ games this year. A record that lasted only 10 years. Long ago, many thought the Bulls were untouchable, then the Warriors, but now we have a new beast taking the league by storm. The Bulls had the Goat, and the Warriors had the greatest shooter of…

HoopTalk – Point Guard’s

My favorite position on the court. The quarterback, extension of the coach, and has to be one of the smarter players, is the point guard. So much responsibility lies on the back of the point guard. Without a proper point guard, teams have an immediate advantage on defense. There is nothing worse than watching a…

Knicks Overcome 20-Point Deficit to Win Game 1

In a stunning Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, the New York Knicks overcame a 20-point deficit to defeat the Boston Celtics 108–105 in overtime at TD Garden on May 5, 2025. This game started just as the Celtics had envisioned—but it ended in a way they never could have imagined. A complete collapse…

Knicks at Celtics Playoff Preview: Can New York Flip the Script in Boston?

As the NBA playoffs heat up, one of the most intriguing matchups is set: the New York Knicks travel to TD Garden to face the Boston Celtics in Game 1 of their second-round series. The regular season told a one-sided story—Boston swept the Knicks 4-0—but the playoffs are a different beast. And if there’s one…

NBA’s Best Bargain: How the Detroit Pistons Clinched the 6th Seed with the Lowest Salary Cap!

In one of the most remarkable turnarounds in recent NBA history, the Detroit Pistons have defied expectations by securing the 6th seed in the Eastern Conference for the 2024–25 season, all while maintaining one of the league’s lowest salary cap allocations. This achievement marks their first playoff appearance since 2019 and their first postseason victory…

Bobby Knight: Lessons from a Coaching Philosopher

Bobby Knight was a “philosopher” coach, one of the first of his kind. Contrary to popular belief Knight was one of the most intelligent coaches the game has ever seen. Beyond the intelligence he was as tough as a rattlesnake. This is Bobby’s Mindset. Bobby’s Mindset (Personal Philosophy)- Athletics and Business “The smart, cautious athlete…

The Ultimate Guide To AAU Basketball: Tips and Tricks for Parents, Coaches, and Players

AAU basketball has grown into one of the most dynamic and influential avenues for developing talent, fostering competitive spirit, and even paving the way to collegiate and professional opportunities.

Comprehensive List of Action

Action is the foundation of all sets. Without action all the patterns and continuity is not possible. The goal with action is to create flow. When in flow, teams seamlessly “flow” from action to action creating a very smooth looking offense. Cutting and screen timing become of the utmost importance. The details matter. On-Ball Actions…

The Philosophy of Action Over Words

Core Principle: Talk is cheap; only action has value. In a world filled with ideas, ambitions, and promises, everyone has something they want or dream of becoming. But most people remain in the realm of talk—full of grand plans and potential, yet stagnant, bound by the comfort of “what could be.” The philosophy of Action…

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