Best Ray LeBov Podcasts (2024)

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Rookie Impact 1:21:31

22d ago1:21:31

1:21:31

Ray Lebov (@ticketrules) talks with BI’s own, Aaron Bollwinkel, from Live. Breathe. Ball., as well as draft expert, Nick Agar-Johnson, from No Ceilings, about their thoughts regarding who they believe will be this season’s most impactful rookies. Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-cura…

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NBA Shooting Coach Marc Campbell on his best bets for the season 47:56

1M ago47:56

47:56

Mike Shearer (@bballispoetry) talks with NBA shooting coach Marc Campbell (@LowManHelp) about the teams they feel Vegas misjudged. Marc is the writer of the Low Man Help Substack and host of the Low Man Help Youtube channel, so check those out for shooting mechanic breakdowns, player development plans, player profiles, and so much more! Check out t…

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French Basketball, the Olympics, and the NBA, with Dr. Lindsay Sarah Krasnoff 1:00:26

4M ago1:00:26

1:00:26

Mike Shearer and Ray LeBov speak with Dr. Lindsay Sarah Krasnoff, a leading world expert on sports diplomacy and French sporting history. Dr. Krasnoff speaks to us from Paris, where she’s attending the Olympics. We cover basketball’s place in the French sporting world, what sports diplomacy is and how it has real-world impacts, how Tony Parker and …

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Atlanta Hawks' play-by-play legend Bob Rathbun 48:13

5M ago48:13

48:13

Mike Shearer (@bballispoetry) and Ray LeBov (@raylebov) are delighted to chat with Atlanta Hawks’ broadcaster Bob Rathbun. We discuss load management, the burden of travel, why broadcasters knew something had changed with the officiating before anyone else, the state of the Hawks, the excitement around the #1 pick, and much more! Check out the dail…

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Did the NBA's changes cause all these playoff injuries? w/ James Herbert, CBS Sports 1:00:23

5M ago1:00:23

1:00:23

Ray LeBov and Mike Shearer chat with James Herbert of CBS Sports. We primarily cover James’ piece discussing whether or not the NBA’s regular-season alterations, like the IST and officiating changes, had an impact on the wave of injuries afflicting the playoffs. We also leave plenty of room for Finals coverage, including how the Mavericks can claw …

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Dean Oliver on what to watch for in the NBA Finals and his new book 47:12

6M ago47:12

47:12

Mike Shearer(@bballispoetry) and Ray LeBov (@raylebov) are once again delighted to chat with the legendary analytics pioneer Dean Oliver (@DeanO_Lytics). We cover some anecdotes and insights from his forthcoming book (Basketball Beyond Paper, now available for preorder on Amazon!), including a story about Shane Battier and the Observer Effect. We a…

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Bill Walton's life and legacy, with Kerry Eggers 36:43

6M ago36:43

36:43

Mike Shearer and Ray LeBov speak with Kerry Eggers about Bill Walton. Eggers spoke with more than a dozen of Waltons’ closest associates to paint a complete picture of the player and the man. He wrote a compelling piece that warranted further discussion. We also spend some time discussing why Wilt Chamberlain should be the GOAT, for some reason. It…

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Playoff Standouts and Surprises 29:31

6M ago29:31

29:31

Ray LeBov and Mike Shearer break down some of the 2024 playoffs’ biggest surprises and standouts. They discuss the new wave of superstars, coaching improvements, the officiating, injury resilience, and so much more. Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!…

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Dean Oliver on offensive rebounding, momentum, and his new book, Basketball Beyond Paper 41:48

1y ago41:48

41:48

Once again, Ray LeBov and Mike Shearer speak with the godfather of modern NBA analytics, Dean Oliver. Dean talks about the trade-off between offensive rebounding and transition defense, the existence of momentum, what he'd tell armchair analysts today, and his new book, Basketball Beyond Paper, in which he quantifies some of the ways to train and i…

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Life in the G, with author Alex Squadron 52:49

1y ago52:49

52:49

BI’s Mike Shearer and Ray LeBov are joined by Alex Squadron, who recently authored a book called Life in the G: Minor League Basketball and the Relentless Pursuit of the NBA. We talk about his season embedded with the Birmingham Squadron (no relation to Alex) and what he learned while covering the players, coaches, and staff during a uniquely tumul…

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Potential NBA rule changes, with former NBA official Ronnie Nunn and Bleacher Report's Andy Bailey 59:14

1y ago59:14

59:14

Basketball Intelligence's Mike Shearer (@bbballispoetry) and Ray LeBov (@RayLebov) speak with Bleacher Report's Andy Bailey (who authored a story suggesting these changes) and former Director of Officiating Ronnie Nunn about some potential rule changes the NBA could adopt to improve the game. The conversation covers the feasibility of live-ball reb…

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Knicks-Raptors lawsuit, with Seth Partnow and Mike Kasdan 44:08

1+ y ago44:08

44:08

Basketball Intelligence is joined by NBA analyst Seth Partnow and intellectual property expert Mike Kasdan to discuss the wild Knicks-Raptors lawsuit. It's a fascinating deep dive filled with legal and basketball nuances as they discuss trade secrets, how much of a competitive edge the Raptors could really gain, how common this is within the league…

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Dean Oliver on analytics and coaching 40:45

1+ y ago40:45

40:45

Ray LeBov and Mike Shearer speak with the godfather of NBA analytics, Dean Oliver. He discusses why we're talking about defense wrong, his new book, how coaching is different than a front office role, Kristaps Porzingis' love of numbers, and how the four factors have changed over time. Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.ne…

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2023 NBA Draft Thoughts, with Adam Spinella 41:45

1+ y ago41:45

41:45

Ray and Mike speak with The Box And One's Adam Spinella, the multitalented coach and scout. We discuss his favorite picks, his issues with quiet personalities being unfairly judged, an awesome Cam Whitmore story, Anthony Black's shooting mechanic, second-round steals, and more! Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for al…

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Krysten Peek on the 2023 NBA Draft 26:40

1+ y ago26:40

26:40

Ray LeBov and Corban Ford talk with Krysten Peek, draft expert from Yahoo Sports. On the eve of the draft, she talks about Brandon Miller vs. Scoot Henderson, some risers and fallers, how she navigates the flood of misinformation at this time of year, what it's like watching these young men grow up over the years, and more! Check out the daily news…

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Fran Fraschilla on USA 3x3 Basketball 41:31

1+ y ago41:31

41:31

Mike Shearer and Ray LeBov interview Fran Fraschilla, the longtime coach, scout, and analyst, to discuss his new role coaching the USA Men's 3x3 team. They talk about the upcoming Olympics, the thrill of representing the USA, the shadow of the Serbians, how Fran developed his international scouting expertise, and how he shut down Michael Malone in …

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The National Basketball Retired Players Association, with President and CEO Scott Rochelle 41:49

1+ y ago41:49

41:49

Basketball Intelligence's Ray LeBov and Mike Shearer host Scott Rochelle, head of the National Basketball Retired Players Association, for a fascinating conversation about players' lives after basketball. They talk about the evolution of the NBRPA, the health, educational, and community work it provides for members and communities, how it presents …

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March Madness! The Most Interesting NBA Prospects in the Tourney, with Nathan Grubel 38:06

1+ y ago38:06

38:06

Ray LeBov of Basketball Intelligence is joined by No Ceilings' Nathan Grubel to discuss some of the most interesting future NBA players in the NCAA Tournament today. Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!By Ray LeBov

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Stephen Cagan from NBA University on the Orlando Magic 58:25

2y ago58:25

58:25

Basketball Intelligence's Mike Shearer talks with Stephen Cagan from NBA University about all things Magic. Come for the discussion about Franz Wagner's upside, Paolo Banchero's defense, and Markelle Fultz's surprisingly positive fit on the team, but stay to hear about Wendell Carter's weirdly normal proportions! Stephen also offers his insights in…

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8 Surprising Rookies, with Maxwell Baumbach of No Ceilings 59:01

2y ago59:01

59:01

Hosts Mike Shearer and Ray LeBov speak with Maxwell Baumbach, from the No Ceilings NBA draft collective, about eight rookies who have exceeded expectations. They discuss what expectations were coming out of college, how they've been successful in the NBA, and what circumstances have allowed them to succeed in the league. In order: Andrew Nembhard D…

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The #BeamTeam, with The Athletic's Sam Amick 55:07

2y ago55:07

55:07

We get into the the Kings' offseason additions, the impact of coach Mike Brown on the team's defense, De'Aaron Fox's resurgence, the repercussions of the Tyrese Haliburton trade for Domantas Sabonis, and, of course, the victory beam (and just how bright that thing is!). Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the be…

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What To Make Of The Wolves, with Chris Hine 40:00

2y ago40:00

40:00

Mike Shearer and Ray LeBov talk with Chris Hine from the Star Tribune about the Minnesota Timberwolves' start to the season. We cover KAT, Gobert, rebounding, meeting expectations, Anthony Edwards, the popularity of Jordan McLaughlin, D'Angelo Russell, Popeyes, and more! Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the b…

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The Surprising Blazers, with The Athletic's Jason Quick 43:15

2y ago43:15

43:15

Ray and Mike talk with Jason about all things Blazers, including the team's surprising defense, Shaedon Sharpe, Chauncey Billups, Damian Lillard, Joe Cronin, and why Josh Hart might be Jason's favorite Blazer this year Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketballintelligence.net for all the best NBA stories hand-curated from around the web!…

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The Refreshing Indiana Pacers, with Caitlin Cooper 41:49

2y ago41:49

41:49

Ray and Mike talk with analyst nonpareil Caitlin Cooper of Indy Cornrows about the surprisingly fun Indiana Pacers. We dive into the Haliburton/Mathurin backcourt, the Pacers’ unconventional lineups, why Buddy Hield is the best option to guard power forwards, Tyrese’s tricky low gather, and much more! Check out the daily newsletter at www.basketbal…

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The Utah Jazz's Hot Start with Sarah Todd and Eric Walden 38:50

2y ago38:50

38:50

Today, Basketball Intelligence’s Ray LeBov and Mike Shearer talk with Utah Jazz reporters Sarah Todd, of Deseret News, and Eric Walden, of The Salt Lake Tribune. We cover the end of the old Jazz, coach Will Hardy, the team’s fast start (and its sustainability), Collin Sexton, Lauri Markkanen, and why Eric’s vacations are a good luck charm for Utah.…

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NBA Front Offices On Mock Drafts, Misinformation And More With Adam Finkelstein Of 247Sports 43:42

2y ago43:42

43:42

Today on The Unrestricted Area, we interview Adam Finkelstein, the director of scouting at 247Sports and college basketball insider at CBS Sports, who wrote a fascinating piece interviewing front office executives and scouts about the early draft process. He touches upon how teams play the misinformation game, when teams actually start ranking play…

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Central Division Preview with Marques Johnson 46:33

2y ago46:33

46:33

Hosts Mike Shearer and Ray LeBov talk to former NBA All-Star and current color analyst for the Milwaukee Bucks Marques Johnson for a Central Division Preview. We cover all five teams, touching upon the Bucks' injury situations (and opportunities they open for younger players), Patrick Williams' struggles, Johnson's high-ish hopes for the Pacers, wh…

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2022-2023 Season Preview with David Thorpe and Mike Shearer 1:09:02

2y ago1:09:02

1:09:02

Hosts Ray LeBov and Mike Shearer have a wide-ranging chat with coach and TrueHoop analyst David Thorpe. 0'-23': Which teams are contenders? What should Golden State do with Draymond? 23': Which teams have the widest variance? 35': Who are the most impactful new additions? 46': Vic Wembanyama and the possibility of a tankathon 56': Why coach Thorpe …

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"The Oldest Professional Basketball League" with Syl Sobel 1:05:59

2y ago1:05:59

1:05:59

Ray LeBov and Michael Shearer of Basketball Intelligence talk with Syl Sobel, who co-authored a book on the Eastern Professional Basketball League, an early competitor to the NBA. They discuss the EPBL's rise and fall, racial quotas in the nascent NBA, and much more in this fascinating look back at the oldest professional basketball league in the c…

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2022 NBA Pre-Draft Show with Fran Fraschilla and Krysten Peek 48:23

2+ y ago48:23

48:23

Just days ahead of the 2022 NBA Draft, Ray is joined by two goliaths in the basketball world—ESPN Draft Analyst Fran Fraschilla and Yahoo Sports Draft Analyst Krysten Peek—for their thoughts on the upcoming class and the nuances of their craft. They start by discussing players who challenge the consensus (1:09) before moving on to the ideal landing…

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Reviewing the 2021 NBA Rookies with Jeremy Woo 35:23

2+ y ago35:23

35:23

While most people are looking ahead at the 2022 NBA Draft, The Unrestricted Area is looking back at a surprising 2021 draft class and its performance versus pre-draft expectations. To break down the action, Ray and Dylan are joined by Jeremy Woo of Sports Illustrated. They discuss each of the following prospects: Cade Cunningham, Evan Mobley, Scott…

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'The Midrange Theory' and NBA rule changes with Seth Partnow 52:09

3y ago52:09

52:09

Ray is joined by basketball analytics pioneer Seth Partnow to discuss his new book, 'The Midrange Theory,' and related topics. These include what makes analytics abstract to some sports fans & professionals (4:02), how the concepts dissected in Seth's book apply to the NBA and most recent rule changes (13:56), and how NBA teams apply analytics (28:…

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Evaluating the NBA's Best Young Defenders with Adam Spinella 44:27

3y ago44:27

44:27

Defense is returning in a big way this NBA season and a new generation of star perimeter defenders is carving its path. To discuss this revelation, Ray is joined by Head Coach Adam Spinella of Boys' Latin School (MD) and 'The Box and One.' The tandem discusses six players: Luguentz Dort (3:58), Matisse Thybulle (5:50), Davion Mitchell (8:38), Gary …

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'If I Ran an NBA Scouting Department' with Adam Spinella 41:55

3y ago41:55

41:55

Ray is joined by Head Coach Adam Spinella of Boys' Latin School (MD) and 'The Box and One' to discuss his recent piece entitled If I Ran an NBA Scouting Department, which considers the intricacies of professional basketball scouting and a few rules of thumb to ensure a successful operation. Subscribe to Basketball Intelligence on Substuck: basketba…

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NBA Team-Building Philosophies & Approaches with John Hollinger 31:24

3y ago31:24

31:24

The Athletic's John Hollinger joins Ray LeBov to look around the league and share some insight regarding the nuances of modern-day team-building. The conversation was sparked by a recent article published by Hollinger entitled In a suddenly win-now NBA, what happens later? Subscribe to Basketball Intelligence on Substuck: basketballintelligence.sub…

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2021 NBA Draft Preview with Fran Fraschilla and Adam Spinella 1:01:58

3+ y ago1:01:58

1:01:58

Ray is joined by two special guests: Famed basketball coach and analyst Fran Fraschilla and Adam Spinella, Head Coach at the Boys' Latin School of Maryland. During the episode, they break down the latest NBA draft class including a wide variety of prospects. In this episode, you'll gain valuable insight into how they analyze prospects during the pr…

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Exploring Basketball Analytics with Seth Partnow 32:48

3+ y ago32:48

32:48

In today's episode, Ray LeBov is joined by Seth Partnow, a renowned pioneer in basketball analytics and NBA Analyst for The Athletic. Their conversation begins by touching on Seth's long list of accomplishments before discussing the role of analytics in front office/coaching at the professional level, how to properly apply analytics and how they're…

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Reflecting on Archie Clark, Billy McGill (Part 2) with authors Bob Kuska & Eric Brach 52:14

3+ y ago52:14

52:14

Ray is re-joined by authors of biographical books about the careers of influential basketball players. Eric Brach shares stories of the subject of his book, 'Billy "the Hill" and the Jump Hook: The Autobiography of a Forgotten Basketball Legend.' Bob Kuska discusses the creative process behind his book, 'Shake and Bake: The Life and Times of NBA Gr…

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Reflecting on Archie Clark, Billy McGill with authors Bob Kuska & Eric Brach 32:58

3+ y ago32:58

32:58

Ray is joined by two authors of biographical books recalling the careers of influential basketball players. Bob Kuska discusses the creative process behind his book, 'Shake and Bake: The Life and Times of NBA Great Archie Clark,' and the legacy that Clark left on the game. Eric Brach shares stories of the subject of his book, 'Billy "the Hill" and …

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Intriguing NBA Up-and-Comers with Adam Spinella and Dylan Hunter Carter 34:20

4y ago34:20

34:20

Ray is joined by two guests today: Adam Spinella, an esteemed basketball writer and assistant coach at Dickinson College and Dylan Hunter Carter, podcaster and basketball writer at FanSided. The trio discusses some of the intriguing young players around the NBA including three rookies, two sophomores and two wildcards! Follow Ray on Twitter @ticket…

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Reviewing the 2020 NBA Draft with Adam Spinella 31:25

4y ago31:25

31:25

Ray is joined by Adam Spinella, an esteemed basketball writer and assistant coach at Dickinson College to discuss the NBA Draft. The duo discussed marquee prospects like R.J. Hampton and Tyrell Terry, the impact that COVID-19 had on the draft evaluation process, draft-day trades and more! Follow Ray on Twitter @ticketrules Follow Adam on Twitter @S…

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