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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
Victor Wembanyama
NBA Playoffs
Desmond Bane
2025 NBA Draft
Khaman Maluach
Cleveland Cavaliers
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. 145 Learning Basketball with David Steele! @SteeleMagic

Why 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 Pre... more

Ep. 144 Learning Basketball with Trill Bro Dude @TrillBroDude @YouKnowball

Why 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... more

Ep. 143 Learning Basketball – Tom Henske

Sudden 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

Ep. 142 Learning Basketball with Mikey Visenberg! @NBADraftMikeyV

Cayden 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... more

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Tom Henske
Author of NIL Financial Playbook, A Student Athlete's Guide to Money
Total Sense University / NIL Financial Playbook
Episode: Sudden 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
Mikey Visenberg
Scout/analyst providing in-depth breakdown of Cayden Daughtry's development
BAM Testing; Netscouts; NBA Draft Net/Pro Insight
Episode: Cayden 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
Subria Whitaker
Sports media professional focused on WNBA coverage
gamegrower.com
Episode: Olivia Miles ROY&MVP Ticket, 2026 WNBA All-Star Reserves + Snubs, Chicago Sky Franchise Outlook + Latest Skylar News with Subria Whitaker –
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

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 14 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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Caleb Wilson’s Vegas Explosion, All-NBA Summer League Teams, Chicago Bulls Draft Analysis with Ricky O’Donnell – Dailyn Swain PG Experiment, Bulls Plans w/ Noa Essengue, Khaman Maluach's Development
Q: What were the concerns and potential around Dailyn Swain's role and development in Summer League?
Swain showed flashes of ball-handling and scoring potential but struggled with the point guard responsibilities and ball pressure, raising questions about whether his long-term role will be as a primary creator or a secondary scorer off the ball, requiring careful role definition and development opportunities.
Caleb Wilson’s Vegas Explosion, All-NBA Summer League Teams, Chicago Bulls Draft Analysis with Ricky O’Donnell – Dailyn Swain PG Experiment, Bulls Plans w/ Noa Essengue, Khaman Maluach's Development
Q: What stood out most about Caleb Wilson's Summer League performance and its implications for the Bulls this season?
Wilson immediately asserted himself as a frontrunner among rookies with elite two-way impact, plus the ability to stretch defenses with his shooting, which could accelerate Chicago's rebuild by giving them a reliable floor spacer and defensive presence from day one.
2026 Knicks NBA Champs + Draft Questions with The Strickland's Prezidente – Towns’ versatility, Brunson’s scalablity, Brown’s flexibility + How many 2026 Draft prospects can be the best player?
Q: What are the key considerations when evaluating draft guards and bigs for a similar system?
The focus is on two-way impact, playmaking feel, defensive versatility, and the ability to function within a pluralistic system, rather than projecting a single offensive engine to carry the team.
2026 Knicks NBA Champs + Draft Questions with The Strickland's Prezidente – Towns’ versatility, Brunson’s scalablity, Brown’s flexibility + How many 2026 Draft prospects can be the best player?
Q: What was the edge in the Finals run that set the Knicks apart philosophically?
The edge was a combination of elite defense and a flexible, team-first offense that could weaponize multiple players in different ways, along with a willingness to execute diverse coverages and schemes across the postseason.
2026 Knicks NBA Champs + Draft Questions with The Strickland's Prezidente – Towns’ versatility, Brunson’s scalablity, Brown’s flexibility + How many 2026 Draft prospects can be the best player?
Q: How did Brunson and Towns fit into this system to enable a two-way, adaptable offense?
Brunson provided off-ball gravity and on-ball creation, while Towns acted as a playmaking hub who could initiate from the high post and facilitate, allowing the offense to read and react rather than rely on a single star pattern.

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A focus on NBA development, team-building strategy, and NBA Draft scouting anchored by inside-the-gym analysis and front-office insight. Episodes commonly feature scouts, analysts, and writers breaking down prospects, rosters, and strategic fit, often through roundtable-style discussions and player development narratives. The show stands out for blending practical scouting methodology with accessible storytelling, covering everything from late-stage mock drafts to in-season roster moves, while inviting a wide range of guest perspectives from NBA teams, media outlets, and scouting networks. This mix makes it valuable for listeners who want actionable takeaways on player evaluation, drafting, and building competitive rosters, as well as for b... more

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