The Basketball Podcast Chris Oliver with Insights from 400 Episodes (EP400)
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Nov 26, 2025 In this milestone reflection, Chris Oliver shares insights from 400 episodes, emphasizing the importance of making practice representative of the game. He discusses impactful quotes from diverse guests, the value of player ownership, and innovative coaching methods like game-based practices. Key topics include integrating mental training, the significance of accountability, and embracing freedom in player development. The conversation highlights the global coaching community's growth and collaboration, celebrating the podcast's lasting legacy in basketball education.
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Practice Should Mirror The Game
- Make practice look like the game so players transfer behaviors into competition.
- When practice reflects your philosophy, games will too instead of matching opponents.
Simplify Play Into Four States
- Simplify principles of play into four game states: attack, transition to defend, defend, transition to attack.
- Use those categories to design practice and teaching focus areas consistently.
Make Players Explain Solutions
- Ask players to explain solutions both on and off court so they develop deeper understanding.
- Make communication and explanation a regular expectation in film and practice sessions.