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Today • 15:24
Why no one could average 50 today
Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/THINKING10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Become a member to access all full length videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3HPbvB6f58X_7SMIp6OPYw/join There's an upper limit on scoring in NBA basketball, and that upper limit is why no one could score 50 points in today's game, and it also holds a key to mastering offense: The best players don't dominate by scoring more. Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/12kpkAvUj6LGxzViDIH0qH Support at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Basketball-Ben-Taylor/dp/1532968175 Website: https://www.thinkingbasketball.net Twitter: @elgee35 Find additional Thinking Basketball content on the NBA App, the More Thinking Basketball channel and the Thinking Basketball podcast. Stats courtesy: http://www.pbpstats.com @bballport https://www.basketball-reference.com https://stats.nba.com ----- Footage in this video is owned by the NBA and its partners. It is intended for critique and education. Music by csus (instrumental) #ThinkingBasketball
February 23, 2026 • 11:27
Why “production” isn’t value, Part 1
Jalen Johnson's averaging 23 points 11 rebounds and 8 assists and 2 stocks per game, qualifying for Bill Simmons mythical "42 club." We deep dive a single game to understand his value, the context of those numbers, and some of his strengths and areas to still improve. (Note the Bambi feet at 42 seconds) Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/12kpkAvUj6LGxzViDIH0qH Support at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Basketball-Ben-Taylor/dp/1532968175 Website: https://www.thinkingbasketball.net Twitter: @elgee35 Find additional Thinking Basketball content on the NBA App, the More Thinking Basketball channel and the Thinking Basketball podcast. Stats courtesy: http://www.pbpstats.com @bballport https://www.basketball-reference.com https://stats.nba.com ----- Footage in this video is owned by the NBA and its partners. It is intended for critique and education. Music by csus (instrumental) #ThinkingBasketball
February 18, 2026 • 23:14
I asked Steve Nash (!) how to master the Pick-n-Roll
I sit down with 2-time MVP and master of the Pick-n-Roll Steve Nash to breakdown footage from his 2005 series against Dallas and understand how he setup screens, counters he developed, and the way he looked to manipulate defenders. Become a member to access all full length videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3HPbvB6f58X_7SMIp6OPYw/join Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/12kpkAvUj6LGxzViDIH0qH Support at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Basketball-Ben-Taylor/dp/1532968175 Website: https://www.thinkingbasketball.net Twitter: @elgee35 Find additional Thinking Basketball content on the NBA App, the More Thinking Basketball channel and the Thinking Basketball podcast. Stats courtesy: http://www.pbpstats.com @bballport https://www.basketball-reference.com https://stats.nba.com ----- Footage in this video is owned by the NBA and its partners. It is intended for critique and education. #ThinkingBasketball
February 13, 2026 • 6:50
Atlanta’s unique pick-and-roll is fascinating
We take a look at the Hawks wrinkle on the Spain pick-and-roll, the wide varieties of options and advantages it provides, and why they run it primarily for Jalen Johnson. Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/12kpkAvUj6LGxzViDIH0qH Support at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Basketball-Ben-Taylor/dp/1532968175 Website: https://www.thinkingbasketball.net Twitter: @elgee35 Find additional Thinking Basketball content on the NBA App, the More Thinking Basketball channel and the Thinking Basketball podcast. Stats courtesy: http://www.pbpstats.com @bballport https://www.basketball-reference.com https://stats.nba.com ----- Footage in this video is owned by the NBA and its partners. It is intended for critique and education. Music by Brasko (No Lines) #ThinkingBasketball
February 1, 2026 • 15:55
Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/THINKING10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Become a member to access all full length videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3HPbvB6f58X_7SMIp6OPYw/join How good can a bad shooting game be? How good is Cade Cunningham's defense? We deep-dive a game on Cade's defense, passing, tendencies, little things and more. Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/12kpkAvUj6LGxzViDIH0qH Support at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Basketball-Ben-Taylor/dp/1532968175 Website: https://www.thinkingbasketball.net Twitter: @elgee35 Find additional Thinking Basketball content on the NBA App, the More Thinking Basketball channel and the Thinking Basketball podcast. Stats courtesy: http://www.pbpstats.com @bballport https://www.basketball-reference.com https://stats.nba.com ----- Footage in this video is owned by the NBA and its partners. It is intended for critique and education. Music by Brasko (No Lines) #ThinkingBasketball
January 19, 2026 • 13:51
AAU star or All-Star? The Adventures of Melo
We deep-dive a single "big" game from LaMelo Ball to figure out whether his style is actually valuable. What's up with his defense and effort? Are his stats empty? And should he take so many 3s? Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/12kpkAvUj6LGxzViDIH0qH Support at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Basketball-Ben-Taylor/dp/1532968175 Website: https://www.thinkingbasketball.net Twitter: @elgee35 Find additional Thinking Basketball content on the NBA App, the More Thinking Basketball channel and the Thinking Basketball podcast. Stats courtesy: http://www.pbpstats.com @bballport https://www.basketball-reference.com https://stats.nba.com ----- Footage in this video is owned by the NBA and its partners. It is intended for critique and education. Music by csus (instrumental) #ThinkingBasketball
January 16, 2026 • 15:54
When losing your superstar makes you more (!) efficient
Try Rocket Money for FREE or unlock more features with premium at: https://RocketMoney.com/thinking Become a member to access all full length videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3HPbvB6f58X_7SMIp6OPYw/join What is the Ewing Theory? Does it apply to Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics? We explore how Boston and Joe Mazzulla have shocked the league by changing their offense, and the surprising history and nuance of playing "better" without a star. Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/12kpkAvUj6LGxzViDIH0qH Support at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Basketball-Ben-Taylor/dp/1532968175 Website: https://www.thinkingbasketball.net Twitter: @elgee35 Find additional Thinking Basketball content on the NBA App, the More Thinking Basketball channel and the Thinking Basketball podcast. Stats courtesy: http://www.pbpstats.com @bballport https://www.basketball-reference.com https://stats.nba.com ----- Footage in this video is owned by the NBA and its partners. It is intended for critique and education. Music by csus (instrumental) #ThinkingBasketball
January 7, 2026 • 12:59
The complexity of a No. 1 pick
We deep-dive a single "big" game from Paolo Banchero to understand what makes him such a polarizing, complex player. Why don't his big box score numbers seem to have a positive impact? And what else could be causing these signals for the fourth-year No. 1 pick who leads the offense of a playoff team? Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/12kpkAvUj6LGxzViDIH0qH Support at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Basketball-Ben-Taylor/dp/1532968175 Website: https://www.thinkingbasketball.net Twitter: @elgee35 Find additional Thinking Basketball content on the NBA App, the More Thinking Basketball channel and the Thinking Basketball podcast. Stats courtesy: http://www.pbpstats.com @bballport https://www.basketball-reference.com https://stats.nba.com ----- Footage in this video is owned by the NBA and its partners. It is intended for critique and education. Music by No LInes (Brasko) #ThinkingBasketball
January 5, 2026 • 6:42
Warping the floor with 2 assists per game
Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren hardly guard each other! We look at Wemby's offensive impact in this matchup with Chet roaming off other forwards, smaller players on Wemby, and Victor's counters/impact on playmaking. Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/12kpkAvUj6LGxzViDIH0qH Support at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Basketball-Ben-Taylor/dp/1532968175 Website: https://www.thinkingbasketball.net Twitter: @elgee35 Find additional Thinking Basketball content on the NBA App, the More Thinking Basketball channel and the Thinking Basketball podcast. Stats courtesy: http://www.pbpstats.com @bballport https://www.basketball-reference.com https://stats.nba.com ----- Footage in this video is owned by the NBA and its partners. It is intended for critique and education. Music by csus (instrumental) #ThinkingBasketball
January 1, 2026 • 11:25
Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/THINKING10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Become a member to access all full length videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3HPbvB6f58X_7SMIp6OPYw/join Are the Spurs really a bad matchup for the Thunder? This video breaks down why San Antonio beat Oklahoma City in three straight games in December, behind Victor Wembanyama defending Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Stephon Castle, De'Aaron Fox and rookie Dylan Harper. Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/12kpkAvUj6LGxzViDIH0qH Support at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Basketball-Ben-Taylor/dp/1532968175 Website: https://www.thinkingbasketball.net Twitter: @elgee35 Find additional Thinking Basketball content on the NBA App, the More Thinking Basketball channel and the Thinking Basketball podcast. Stats courtesy: http://www.pbpstats.com @bballport https://www.basketball-reference.com https://stats.nba.com ----- Footage in this video is owned by the NBA and its partners. It is intended for critique and education. Music by Nemesis #ThinkingBasketball
