Jason Lisk of PoolGenius joins the podcast for episode 59. We discussed all things bracket strategy. How to best maximize your chances of winning a bracket pool by balancing value and risk. We also went region-by-region through the 2023 bracket. The 2023 PoolGenius bracket optimizer is here: https://www.poolgenius.com/ncaa-bracket-picks/?trk=af_hv_…

Ken Pomeroy joins the podcast again for episode 58. We covered a variety of topics: The utility of plus-minus, three-point defense, Penn State's extreme four factors, the strength (or lack thereof) of the ACC, and more. Solving Basketball is presented by Hudl! Visit hudl.com/hoopvision to learn more about Hudl Sportscode and/or to contact Hudl dire…

Robbie Hummel joins the podcast for episode #57. We discussed how Robbie prepares for his TV broadcasts, how Matt Painter has changed offensively over the past decade, and the strategy behind 3-on-3 basketball. Solving Basketball is presented by Hudl! Visit hudl.com/hoopvision to learn more about Hudl Sportscode and/or to contact Hudl directly. For…

Kevin Sweeney joins the podcast for episode #56. We discussed how Kevin went from a high school blogger to Sports Illustrated writer, talking to coaches on the record vs off the record, the Texas job opening, and more. Solving Basketball is presented by Hudl! Visit hudl.com/hoopvision to learn more about Hudl Sportscode and/or to contact Hudl direc…

Ken Pomeroy joins the podcast again for episode 55. This time, we opened up the episode to audience questions. The mailbag-style podcast includes a variety of topics about Ken's rankings and basketball analytics in general. Solving Basketball is presented by Hudl! Visit hudl.com/hoopvision to learn more about Hudl Sportscode and/or to contact Hudl …

Eric Shapiro joins the podcast for episode #54. We broke down the X's and O's from yesterday's Michigan-Kentucky game. Plus, we discussed two-foul participation and the "auto-bench". Solving Basketball is presented by Hudl! Visit hudl.com/hoopvision to learn more about Hudl Sportscode and/or to contact Hudl directly. For more on Solving Basketball …

CJ Moore joins the podcast for episode #53. CJ was on press row for the Champions Classic on Tuesday. In the episode, we broke down the X's and O's from the Kansas-Duke game -- as well as what to expect going forward from both teams. Solving Basketball is presented by Hudl! Visit hudl.com/hoopvision to learn more about Hudl Sportscode and/or to con…

Ken Pomeroy joins the podcast for episode #52. We talked about: Ken's preseason rankings compared to the AP poll, the WAC's new solution to conference tourney seeding, 24 versus 30 second shot clock, and NCAA tournament expansion. Solving Basketball is presented by Hudl! Visit hudl.com/hoopvision to learn more about Hudl Sportscode and/or to contac…

Will Wade joins the podcast for episode #51. We talked about LSU's "switch everything" scheme that produced the sixth best defensive efficiency in the country last season. Solving Basketball is presented by Hudl! Visit hudl.com/hoopvision to learn more about Hudl Sportscode and/or to contact Hudl directly. For more on Solving Basketball and Jordan …

Gibson Pyper joins the podcast for episode #50. We compared and contrasted the style of play and X's & O's of basketball at all of the different levels -- NBA, EuroLeague, NCAA, and high school. Solving Basketball is presented by Hudl! Visit hudl.com/hoopvision To learn more about Hudl Sportscode and/or to contact Hudl directly. For more on Solving…

Bellarmine head coach Scott Davenport joins the podcast for episode #49. We discuss Bellarmine's unique offensive style that relies on off-ball cutting and passing. Solving Basketball is presented by Hudl! Visit hudl.com/hoopvision To learn more about Hudl Sportscode and/or to contact Hudl directly. For more on Solving Basketball and Jordan Sperber…

Ken Pomeroy joins the podcast for episode 48. Solving Basketball is presented by Hudl! To learn more about Hudl Sportscode and/or to contact Hudl directly, click/tap this link. For more on Solving Basketball and Jordan Sperber, follow on Twitter @hoopvision68.

Ryan Saunders joins the podcast for episode 47. Full description to come later today. Solving Basketball is presented by Hudl! To learn more about Hudl Sportscode and/or to contact Hudl directly, click/tap this link. For more on Solving Basketball and Jordan Sperber, follow on Twitter @hoopvision68.

Matt Pennie joins the podcast for episode 46. Matt is deeply entrenched in AAU grassroots basketball and runs a scouting service for college coaches. In the episode, we cover all things scouting and player evaluation. At the end, we discuss specific players like Jaden Ivey, Chet Holmgren, Max Abmas, and more. Solving Basketball is presented by Hudl…

Ken Pomeroy joins the podcast again for episode 45. This time, we opened up the episode to audience questions. The mailbag-style podcast includes a variety of different topics about the current season and basketball analytics in general. Solving Basketball is presented by Hudl! To learn more about Hudl Sportscode and/or to contact Hudl directly, cl…

Mike Couzens, play-by-play broadcaster for ESPN, joins the podcast for episode 44. He discussed the behind the scenes of preparing for a game, his relationships with coaches, and the use of advanced stats within a broadcast. Solving Basketball is presented by Hudl! To learn more about Hudl Sportscode and/or to contact Hudl directly, click/tap this …

Niko Medved, head coach of Colorado State, joins the podcast for episode 43. His team is off to an undefeated 9-0 start with one of the most efficient offenses in the country. In this episode, we went in depth on the X's & O's and stats behind Medved's offensive scheme. Solving Basketball is presented by Hudl! To learn more about Hudl Sportscode an…

Dan Dickau, former All American at Gonzaga and NBA veteran, joins the podcast for episode 42. We discussed the use of technology and data in player development, the flex offense and the evolution of Mark Few's X's and O's, and this season's Gonzaga team -- including last night's win over UCLA. Solving Basketball is presented by Hudl! To learn more …

Ken Pomeroy returns for episode 41. We went back through last season to discuss some of the statistical effects of the covid season on home-court advantage, scheduling, and the blue bloods. We also discussed UCLA and the Pac-12's NCAA Tournament success and Baylor's national championship. Solving Basketball is presented by Hudl! To learn more about…

Casey McGraw, head coach of Elmira College, joins the podcast for episode 40. Growing up, Casey was my high school and AAU teammate. In this episode, we reminisced over our playing days and early experiences as coaches. Solving Basketball is presented by Hudl! To learn more about Hudl Sportscode and/or to contact Hudl directly, click/tap this link.…

Kim English, head coach of George Mason, joins the podcast for episode 39. We discussed player relationships as an assistant coach compared to as a head coach, press conferences and coach speak, analytics and shot selection, and Kim's relationship with former 76ers GM Sam Hinkie. Solving Basketball is now presented by Hudl! Link to the Hoop Vision …

Paul Mills, head coach of Oral Roberts, joins the podcast for episode 38. We discussed last season's March Madness run, the details of ORU’s spread pick and roll offense, grading post-game film, the intentional foul strategy used in the 2nd round win over Florida, and more. Solving Basketball is now presented by Hudl! Link to the presentation menti…

Ben Falk, owner of Cleaning the Glass, joins the podcast for episode 37. After years of working in NBA front offices, Ben is currently a high school basketball coach. We discussed his coaching style and the differences between high school, college, and the NBA. Ben and Gibson Pyper's X's & O's course: https://www.learn-basketball.com/ For more info…

Reggie Witherspoon, head coach of Canisius, joins the podcast for episode 36. Witherspoon is the "godfather" of the Continuity Ball Screen offense now run by many different teams. We discussed the origins of his offense, how it has evolved from early on during his time at Buffalo to now, and other top teams (Virginia, Dayton, etc) using it. For mor…

Ken Pomeroy and Jonathan Safir return to the podcast for episode #35. They recently published an article: "The guide to fouling when leading (or tied)." We discussed the findings from that article, whether or not more coaches will actually choose to implement the strategy, and how Ken's rankings (and the NCAA selection process) would look if there …