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#392: 2027 NBA season preview

October 21, 2026 · 1 hr 47 min

We preview the 2026-27 season, starting with what looks like an incredibly competitive East. Then, the West. Support at ⁠www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at…
#391: 21st Century Thinkies Ep 5 | Paint Protector

October 19, 2026 · 1 hr 29 min

In our Finale episode, it’s the Big Kahuna — who protects the paint the best? We also recap the series at the end, discuss what we learned, and Cody asks a hypothetical question about the best 21st century defense. Support at…
#390: 21st century Thinkies Ep 4 | Perimeter Helper, Motor

October 13, 2026 · 1 hr 40 min

In Part 4 of our 21st century defensive awards, we discuss the best perimeter helper. Who is the best player at helping from the outside, disrupting drives, sitting in passing lanes and so on. After that important but under-discussed…
#389: Redrafting the last 3 drafts, Cody’s Odyssey!

October 9, 2026 · 1 hr 28 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 See Privacy Policy at…
#388: Summer moves (from the summer)

October 7, 2026 · 1 hr 5 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…

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

October 3, 2026 · 1 hr 13 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 See…
#386: 21st century Thinkies Ep 3 | Ball Screens, Post Defense and Hands

September 30, 2026 · 1 hr 49 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 27 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 35 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…
#381: Thoughts on the Knicks title & the Spurs run

June 17, 2026 · 1 hr 21 min

We reflect on the unprecedented New York run and close to the Finals, but first, thoughts on the Spurs incredibly unique season, Victor Wembanyama and more. Support at ⁠www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball and SportsBusinessClassroom.com…

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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!)