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Ben Taylor, creator of the popular YouTube channel Thinking Basketball (and auth...or of Thinking Basketball the book) goes deeper on basketball analysis, history, philosophy and theory with co-host Cody Houdek, and a variety of guests ranging from journalists to former players. Ideal for fans interested in Xs and Os, stats & analytics, coaching and team strategy and adjustments, in-depth breakdowns on player strengths and weaknesses, and who is better and who is best in the NBA. (GOAT debates!)

All Episodes — 309

#311: How good is Shai historically?
6 days ago · Thinking Basketball
What exactly has made Shai Gilgeous-Alexander the MVP favorite this season, and where does he stack up historically with some of his skills? We discuss the great MVP race between Shai and Jokic, the all-time seasons their having, and more

1 hr 9 min
#310: The best offensive players in the NBA
12 days ago · Thinking Basketball
Who is the best first option in the league? The best second option? We discuss the top offensive players right now from off-ball big men who space the floor to more heliocentric options who might not fit well with other players. With @codyhoudek

1 hr 37 min
#309: Power ranking the top challengers
19 days ago · Thinking Basketball
Ben thinks his camera is flipped, there are 2 new teams in a “dangerous” tier to challenge the Inner Circle title contenders, and Cody and Ben have a big disagreement about a lurking lower seed

1 hr 10 min
#308: Depth & the crazy history of trading 3 1st round picks
27 days ago · Thinking Basketball
We discuss the importance of depth in today's NBA, focusing on the Knicks, Lakers and Suns, and then break down the incredible history of trading 3 first round picks, and how that high-risk, high-reward move can build a dynasty or completely crater a ...

1 hr 19 min
#307: Great Debates | Jalens vs. Jaylen
1 month ago · Thinking Basketball
Who is the best Jalen in the league right now!? We debate Jaylen Brown, Jalen Williams and Jalen Brunson – what are their strengths and weaknesses? How do they compare offensively and defensively? With @codyhoudek

1 hr 14 min