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About the show

Ben Taylor, creator of the popular YouTube channel Thinking Basketball (and author 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!)

Latest episodes

  • #389: Redrafting the last 3 drafts, Cody’s Odyssey!

    October 9, 2026 · 1 hr 25 min

    Cody gives his thoughts on Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey. But first, we attempt to build a draft board (based on their future) from the last 3 rookie classes. Support at ⁠www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball

  • #388: Summer moves (from the summer)

    October 7, 2026 · 1 hr 3 min

    We unearth an unreleased episode from July where we discuss the big off-season movies, including LeBron James going to Philadelphia (at the end), the Jaylen Brown trade, LaMelo Ball moving to Minnesota and more. Plus, helmets. Support…

  • #387: Top-4 rookie thoughts, MJ with another star

    October 3, 2026 · 1 hr 10 min

    We review the top-4 picks at Summer League in Las Vegas in July, then answer a thought experiment about Michael Jordan winning 6 championships with another star besides Scottie Pippen. Support at ⁠www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball

  • #386: 21st century Thinkies Ep 3 | Ball Screens, Post Defense and Hands

    September 30, 2026 · 1 hr 44 min

    In the most deranged, psychotic podcast we’ve ever done, Part 3 of our 21st century defensive awards covers defending ball-screen driven offenses, guarding great post-up scorers (and Shaq?), and the defenders with the best hands. Support…

  • #385: 21st century Thinkies Ep 2 | Most Versatile Defender

    September 22, 2026 · 1 hr 23 min

    In Part 2 of our 21st century defensive awards, we discuss the most versatile defender. Who can guard multiple offensive archetypes, provide the most lineup versatility, and play in the widest variety of defensive coverages?  Support…

  • #384: 21st century Thinkies Ep 1 | Perimeter Isolation

    September 10, 2026 · 1 hr 28 min

    In Part 1 of our 21st century defensive awards, we discuss the best isolation defenders on the perimeter. What’s a perfect build? How does era influence impact? And who do we want to stop the best players in the world, 1-on-1, on an…

  • #383: Top-10 players of 2026

    July 5, 2026 · 2 hr 24 min

    Who were the best players of 2026? We discuss resurgent players (Kawhi Leonard), sleeping giants (Giannis), elder statesmen (Curry and LeBron), newcomers (Wemby and Cade) along with a number of complicated cases. Support…

  • #382: Draft evolution with J. Kyle Mann

    June 26, 2026 · 1 hr 32 min

    We discuss the changing landscape and value of the NBA draft in the 21st century, valuing prospects differently, development arcs (eg Kyle Lowry) and some of the most interesting 2026 draftees. Support at ⁠www.patreon.co…