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Learning Basketball

Ryan Kaminski @BeyondTheRK
NBA
Orlando Magic
NBA Draft
Golden State Warriors
Atlanta Hawks
Paolo Banchero
Denver Nuggets
Oklahoma City Thunder
Charlotte Hornets
March Madness
NBA Playoffs
Desmond Bane
2025 NBA Draft
Khaman Maluach
Cleveland Cavaliers
Victor Wembanyama
Los Angeles Lakers
Miami Heat
Collin Murray-Boyles
NBA Season 2025-26

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... more

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Ep. 140 Learning Basketball with Ricky O’Donnell @SBN_Ricky

Caleb 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 De... more

Ep. 139 Learning Basketball with Subria Whitaker @SubriaWhitaker

Today 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 ... more

Ep. 138 Learning Basketball with Ben Rauman

Timeline:

00:00 Introduction & Instant Giannis Trade Reaction

06:00 The Moment Everything Went Wrong with Bucks losing Giannis internally

10:00 From Adrian Griffin Aggressive Defense to Trading For Dame... more

Ep. 137 Learning Basketball with Mike Garcia @CanyonDriver

Timeline

00:00 Introduction & NBA Storylines

02:00 Lakers Draft Cameron Carr

07:00 Scouting Carr’s 3&D Potential, Scoring Upside, Fit with Luka Doncic

37:00 LeBron James Future with Lake... more

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Recent Guests

Ben Rauman
Contributor at Behind The Bucks, covering the Milwaukee Bucks
Behind The Bucks
Episode: The Giannis Trade – Why Did Milwaukee Trade Their GOAT? The State of the Bucks with Ben Rauman – Bucks Draft Brayden Burries, Nate Ament; Trade for Kel’el Ware, Kasparas Jakučionis; Keep Ryan Rollins
Mike Garcia
Lakers draft analyst on Substack; covers Lakers and NBA draft thoughts
LakersDraft on Substack
Episode: LeBron Leaving LA? Giannis/LaMelo Trade Reactions, Lakers Draft Cam Carr & A Cream Abdul Jabbar Summer League with Mike Garcia – Lakers Sign Robbie Avila, Robert McCray, William Kyle, Peter Suder
CT Fazio
YouTube scout/analyst known for Court Talk with CT
Court Talk with CT
Episode: 2026 NBA Draft Day Wishlist with CT Fazio – Scouting Zuby Ejiofor + Predicting Team Draft Strategy & Best Draft Outcomes: Boozer & Philon to Grizzlies, Yaxel to Warriors, Pistons & Raptors PG Targets
Antonio Dias
Director of Scouting at WTM Sports Group
WTM Sports Group
Episode: 2026 NBA Draft International Scouting + How to Scout Bigs with Antonio Dias – Karim Lopez, Sergio de Larrea, Jack Kayil, Baba Miller, Christian Anderson, Hannes Steinbach, Henri Veesaar, Luigi Suigo
Logan Eby
Basketball scout; contributor at Babcock Hoops
Babcock Hoops
Episode: 2026 NBA Draft Strategy: How to Scout Guards + Flemings PG1 Case with Logan Eby – Predictive Guard Traits + 2026 NBA Draft Prospect Analysis: Peterson, Okorie, Philon, Brown, Anderson, Acuff, Dybantsa
Geoff Rasmussen
NBA Analyst, cohost of The Hot Hand Theory
Episode: Epic Knicks Comeback & Spurs Collapse with Geoff Rasmussen: Game 4 OG! Game 3 Wemby Takes New York, 2026 NBA Finals Keys & Adjustments, Jose Alvarado’s Importance, Achieving Two-Way Lineup Balance
Brandon Benson
Basketball coach and LifeU figure, experienced with multiple programs
LifeU
Episode: How Knicks Stole NBA Finals Games 1 & 2 in San Antonio with Brandon Benson – Karl-Anthony Towns Dominating Wemby’s Spurs, Jalen Brunson’s Feel, Dylan Harper’s Ready, Series Coaching Adjustments
Derek Parker
NBA Draft analyst covering OKC Thunder and the NBA Draft
Derek Dash Parker scouting reports
Episode: Wemby’s World, Thunder-Spurs WCF Recap, 2026 NBA Draft Gems with Derek Parker – Shai’s Greatness, Caruso’s Impact, Chet-Giannis Trade Rumors, OKC Draft Fits, Scouting Late Lottery & 2nd Round Sleepers
Alex Golden
Fellow writer at Pacers on SI and creator/host of Setting the Pace at Pacers Pod (STP) and the New Fever Focus Podcast
Pacers on SI; Setting the Pace (Pacers Pod)
Episode: 2026 NBA Mock Draft + Pacers Draft Lottery Therapy Session with Alex Golden – Will Clippers take Mara 5th? Wizards Jazz Grizzlies Bulls win Lottery, 30 First Round Draft Targets

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Ryan Kaminski
Host of Learning Basketball, associated with Swish Theory and the YouTube/Twitter presence @BeyondTheRK

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
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    These guys are hilarious but also know what they’re talking about. Perfect mix of informational & entertainment.

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    United States2 years ago

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2026 NBA Draft Day Wishlist with CT Fazio – Scouting Zuby Ejiofor + Predicting Team Draft Strategy & Best Draft Outcomes: Boozer & Philon to Grizzlies, Yaxel to Warriors, Pistons & Raptors PG Targets
Q: What do you think the Wizards are hoping for most on draft night?
The Wizards are seen as needing a franchise-altering talent to pair with their young core, with Boozer frequently cited as a top target; however, the decision may hinge on whether to add a long-term star or trade for more capital depending on team direction.
A Basketball Revolution of Maximizing Offensive Rebounding & 3PT Shooting Rates with Lukas Spinnler – Allen Graves, Motiejus Krivas, Ryan Anderson + Orlando Magic Season Recap: Thank You Jamahl Mosley
Q: What is the main thesis of the article discussed?
The main thesis is that the next competitive edge in basketball lies in valuing the intersection of three-point rate and offensive rebound rate, creating a blueprint for players and teams that maximize both shooting efficiency and rebounding impact.
Allen Graves, Santa Clara, Wemby & The French Basketball Revolution with Alan Guillou – International Scouting & Analytics, Steve Nash, March Madness, Noah Penda, How France Develops NBA Defenders
Q: How does Graves compare to the French players you've watched, and what makes him stand out as a two-way impact player?
Guillou emphasizes Graves' rebounding, decision-making, defensive versatility, and ability to win possessions. He notes Graves' high character, leadership, and the development path that allowed him to translate European experience into college impact.
Allen Graves, Santa Clara, Wemby & The French Basketball Revolution with Alan Guillou – International Scouting & Analytics, Steve Nash, March Madness, Noah Penda, How France Develops NBA Defenders
Q: What brought you to Santa Clara and how did you integrate analytics and scouting into your role there?
Guillou explains his path from Paris to Santa Clara, focusing on international recruiting, learning from European scouts, and combining data with live observation to evaluate players across different leagues and youth levels.
David Steele on How Orlando Stole Game 1 in Detroit, Magic - Pistons Game 3 Preview, Series Adjustments, NBA Ending Local Playoff Broadcasts, Jamahl Mosley’s Coaching Impact, Desmond Bane’s Success
Q: How has Jamahl Mosley influenced the team's culture and performance in the playoffs?
Mosley is described as a mature, confident leader who communicates clearly and motivates players. His ability to align the team around defense, ball movement, and a shared pace has been central to the Magic's competitiveness and energy in the postseason.

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A fast-paced basketball discussion show focused on NBA teams, draft prospects, and coaching strategies, with insightful breakdowns from guests who are scouts, analysts, reporters, and front-office voices. Episodes orbit around player development, scouting insights, franchise-building dynamics, and real-time reactions to trades and playoff positioning. A standout trait is the host's behind-the-scenes access to scouting processes and team-building concepts, often paired with live observations from tournaments and locker rooms that give listeners practical takeaways for understanding the modern game and draft landscape.

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1. Ben Rauman
2. Mike Garcia
3. CT Fazio
4. Antonio Dias
5. Logan Eby
6. Geoff Rasmussen
7. Brandon Benson
8. Derek Parker

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