Tom Haberstroh

Pablo Torre, host of Pablo Torre Finds Out, and Tom Haberstroh, a basketball analytics expert, dive deep into the complexities of evaluating Michael Jordan's greatness. They challenge the reliability of basketball statistics, scrutinizing how nostalgia often clouds our judgment. With insights from the Sloan Sports Analytics Conference, they discuss the transformative role of data in comparing legends like Jordan and Harden. The conversation also touches on marketing strategies of expansion teams and the evolving landscape of basketball analytics.

In this riveting conversation, sports writer Tom Haberstroh and former Suns executive Amin Elhassan explore the unexpected links between a mysterious NBA Twitter super-fan and a federal gambling investigation. They dissect the scandal involving Malik Beasley, revealing how social media predicted the story's twists. With vibrant anecdotes about Carmelo Anthony, Nicolas Cage, and uncanny coincidences, the duo dives into the tangled web of fame, finances, and the darker side of sports betting, all while keeping the banter flowing.

Tom Haberstroh, a sportswriter and author of The Finder Substack, breaks down his fascinating rankings of America's top sports cities. Discover how Charlotte disappoints despite its potential, while Atlanta often flies under the radar. Denver shines with its impressive sports triumphs for a smaller city. The conversation dives into the struggles of New York, Kansas City's surprising successes, and the critical impact of championships versus fan engagement. Prepare for unexpected insights, especially regarding the top-ranked city!