Invest Like the Best with Patrick O'Shaughnessy

Shane Battier - The No-Stats All-Star - [Invest Like the Best, EP.304]

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Nov 22, 2022
In this engaging conversation, Shane Battier, a former NBA player renowned for his defensive prowess, and Ravi Gupta, a partner at Sequoia Capital, discuss the impact of analytics in sports and investing. Shane shares insights into the importance of unseen contributions in team dynamics and how preparation can lead to success. They explore the value of setting micro goals for motivation and the essence of leadership in fostering teamwork. Through personal anecdotes, they highlight how trust, resilience, and selflessness shape winning cultures.
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INSIGHT

The No-Stats All-Star

  • In basketball, prioritizing personal stats over team success can be detrimental, unlike baseball where individual achievements directly correlate with value.
  • Shane Battier, known as the "No Stats All-Star," exemplifies this by prioritizing team-oriented plays that don't show up in traditional statistics but contribute significantly to winning.
ANECDOTE

Quantifying the Intangibles

  • Shane Battier's value became quantifiable with the Houston Rockets' use of analytics, revealing the impact of his "small things" like taking charges and running back on defense.
  • This data-driven approach showed how Battier's presence improved teammates' performance, even though his individual rebounding numbers were modest.
INSIGHT

Basketball Math

  • Basketball is a game of trade-offs, where smart decisions over time lead to success, like splitting aces in blackjack.
  • Battier focused on forcing opponents into lower-percentage shots, understanding that maximizing expected value over many possessions is key.
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