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Learning Basketball

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

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. 130 Learning Basketball with Brandon Benson

How Knicks Stole NBA Finals Games 1 & 2 in San Antonio with Brandon Benson – Karl-Anthony Towns Dominating Wemby’s Spurs, Jalen Brunson’s Clutch, Dylan Harper’s Ready, Series Coaching Adjustments

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Ep. 129 Learning Basketball with Derek Parker @DParkOK

Derek Parker covers the NBA Draft and OKC Thunder Publisher for On SI and on YouTube.

Wemby’s World, Thunder - Spurs Recap, 2026 NBA Draft Gems with Derek Parker – Shai’s Greatness, Caruso’s Impa... more

Ep. 128 Learning Basketball with Chucking Darts @ChuckingDarts

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Most Underrated 2026 NBA Draft Prospects with Chucking Darts – Cameron Boozer, Yaxel Lendeborg, Ebuka Okorie, Labaron Philon, Christian Anderson, Morez Johnson, Ada... more

Ep. 127 Learning Basketball with Lukas Spinnler @AtTheLevel@SwishTheory

A Basketball Revolution of Maximizing Offensive Rebounding & 3PT Shooting Rates with Lukas Spinnler – Allen Graves, Motiejus Krivas, Ryan Anderson + Orlando Magic Season Recap: ... more

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Alex Golden
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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
Allen Graves
College player and draft prospect
Santa Clara University
Episode: 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
Meghan Hall
WNBA senior reporter with USA Today
USA Today
Episode: Atlanta Angel Reese, 30 Years of The W + 2026 WNBA Offseason Storylines with USA Today's Meghan Hall – Azzi Fudd #1 to Dallas, Dream & Sky Rebuild Strategy, 2026 WNBA Contenders, Sports Media Advice
David Steele
Voice of the Orlando Magic
Orlando Magic
Episode: 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
Brian Geisinger
Analyst/wollower of college basketball scouting, guest on the episode
The Swish Theory / Substack
Episode: Cameron Boozer’s #1 Pick 2026 NBA Draft Offensive Hub Case with Brian Geisinger – Scouting Duke Freshman Phenoms Flagg, Zion, Paolo, Tatum, Knueppel & Dybantsa, Peterson, Wilson, Ngongba, Okorie
Michael Roth
NBA draft scout/analyst
Prep Hoops / Prep Hoops Ohio & Prep Hoops Kentucky
Episode: Final Four 2026 NBA Draft Prospects + Dailyn Swain Development with Michael Roth – Braylon Mullins' Big Shot, Keaton Wagler, Yaxel Lendeborg, Brayden Burries, Aday Mara, Morez Johnson, Koa Peat
Johnathan Ramlakhan
Miami Heat contributor for 5ReasonSports and OnSI writer
5Reason Sports / SI
Episode: 83PT BAM Breaks Kobe’s Scoring Record with Johnathan Ramlakhan – How Adebayo’s Versatility Creates Path To 83 + Orlando Magic vs Miami Heat Rivalry: da Silva, Bane, Banchero, Mitchell, Suggs
Jacob Myers
League Hymn scout/expert
League Hymn
Episode: 2026 Wings Only NBA Draft with League Him’s Jacob Myers – Scouting Cameron Boozer, AJ Dybantsa, Caleb Wilson, Keaton Wagler, Daily Swain, Nate Ament, Yaxel Lendeborg, Amari Allen, Allen Graves, Haugh
Rob Flom
Managing editor at 213 Hoops and co-host of the Lob The Jam podcast
213 Hoops
Episode: Kawhi & Garland Clippers & “Eat The Tweet" with Robert Flom – Analyzing Harden & Zubac Trades, Clippers Franchise Outlook, Garland bet, Mathurin’s role, Niederhauser’s potential, Magic - Clippers Film

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

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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.
Cameron Boozer’s #1 Pick 2026 NBA Draft Offensive Hub Case with Brian Geisinger – Scouting Duke Freshman Phenoms Flagg, Zion, Paolo, Tatum, Knueppel & Dybantsa, Peterson, Wilson, Ngongba, Okorie
Q: Is Cameron Boozer a generational prospect, and do Wilson, Dybantsa, and Peterson also qualify as generational talents?
The guest argues that Boozer is not necessarily generational in the sense of Wembanyama or Durant, but he is close to elite tier with a clear path to franchise-level impact; the discussion also notes that Wilson, Dybantsa, and Peterson are great, but Boozer stands out for his offensive engine and floor, with the group collectively strong but not uniformly classified as generational.

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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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7. Johnathan Ramlakhan
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