Today’s episode features another recorded roundtable discussion. This time the topic is the future of sports coverage and broadcasting once the NBA returns.SBC Web Show host Beau Estes is joined by Lead NBA Writer for Bleacher Report Howard Beck and NBATV Host Matt Winer.Our guests discussed the changes to covering the NBA moving forward, what the restriction of access into locker rooms will mean for storytelling, and they gave their predictions for how they think this season will play out. If you’d like to watch the discussion you can find it here.Connect with Beau Estes: TwitterConnect with Howard Beck:  Twitter | Bleacher ReportConnect with Matt Winer: Twitter

Today's episode features another recorded roundtable discussion, this time looking at the impact either returning to play, or not, will have on specific NBA teams in the immediate future.SBC Web Show host Beau Estes is joined by ESPN NBA Analyst Kirk Goldsberry and ESPN NBA Writer Kevin Arnovitz.Our guests discussed the impact of the shutdown on teams and the league, gave their projections for returning to game action, and what a new December start date would mean. If you'd like to watch the discussion you can find it here.Connect with Beau Estes: TwitterConnect with Kirk Goldsberry:  Twitter | kirkgoldsberry.comConnect with Kevin Arnovitz: Twitter

In episode 2 of the Sports Business Classroom Web Show, our host Beau Estes sits down with SBC GM Larry Coon, and The Athletic’s NBA Analyst Seth Partnow to talk about:Immediate Impact Of The Cap DeclineWhat The NBA Could Do To Generate Additional RevenueWhich Teams Have Most To Lose/Gain Pending Decision Of Resuming SeasonClick here for more show notes and to watch the stream: https://bit.ly/sbc-webshow-ep2Connect with Beau Estes: TwitterConnect with Larry Coon: TwitterConnect with Seth Partnow: Twitter

This episode of the SBC Audio Experience is a little different than what you'd normally experience with this show.  Today's episode was recorded as a roundtable discussion regarding the current state of basketball during the NBA shutdown caused by COVID-19. Hosted by NBATV Talent Beau Estes, the guests are Sirius XM & NBATV Analyst Wes Wilcox, Earlybirdrights.com Founder Jeff Siegel, and HallPass Media President Albert Hall.Our guests discussed their connection with SBC and what the program is. They also went in to the ways individuals can create value for themselves and stand out during these unprecedented times. In addition, they each went into the economic impact of the NBA hiatus, and how it effects the vendors, businesses, and sponsors around the game, as well as what impact it could have on the Salary Cap and subsequently team’s roster moves. If you'd like to watch the discussion you can find it here.Connect with Beau Estes: TwitterConnect with Jeff Siegel: LinkedIn | Twitter | earlybirdrights.comConnect with Albert Hall: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | hallpassnetwork.comConnect with Sergio Millas: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter

Today's guest is Will Exline.  Will manages US Sports Content Partnerships at Twitter, bringing exceptional content from leagues, teams, broadcasters and athletes to fans in real time, while driving reach and revenue for these strategic partners and Twitter. In this episode we discuss:What it’s like to work at TwitterHow sports organizations can be effective on Twitter What it takes to succeed in his role Prior to joining Twitter in April 2014, Will spent three years at FOX Sports focusing on digital marketing and launching their new 24/7 Sports Network, FS1.Will’s specialties consist of: Marketing, Digital Media, Media Buying, Social Media, Brand Management, Website Content, Communication, Public Relations, Promotions, Grassroots Marketing, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, Web Analytics, Social Analytics. Connect with Will Exline: LinkedIn | Twitter Connect with Sergio Millas: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter

Today's guest is Sam Obitz, a peak performance specialist and author that works with athletes and executives as well as college and professional sports organizations. Sam is a brilliant guy and gives some insights into how people can best deal with their fears and anxieties and continue to perform at a high level.In this episode we discuss:What it’s like to work with professional athletes The difference between being process and goal oriented Super effective exercises people can do to work with unproductive thoughtsSam specializes in helping people improve while increasing their enjoyment of the process. He currently focuses on working with professional athletes, as well as working as a consultant for sports teams, businesses and individuals. His specialties consist of performance optimization, getting people out of their own head, ending slumps, reducing anxiety and stress, building self-confidence and helping athletes and executives fine tune their mental outlook to achieve maximum results. Teaching leaders how to get more out of those under their charge is what he lives for.Connect with Sam Obitz: LinkedIn | Twitter Connect with Sergio Millas: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter

In today’s episode we sat down with Morgann Mitchell,  Assistant Social Media Manager for Turner Sports. In her role she is in charge of running NBATV's Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook channels. In today’s episode we discuss:The necessary skills to succeed in this role What it’s like to cover the NBA for NBATV  Advice she has for people looking to get into the business of sports Morgann is also in charge of developing the right content for NBATV’s social channels for the NBA’s tent pole events such as All-Star Weekend, the NBA Draft and NBA Summer League. In the episode she provided a ton of insight on the behind the scenes of the industry of sports and social media. Connect with Morgann Mitchell: LinkedIn | Instagram |Twitter Connect with Sergio Millas: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter

In today’s episode we sat down with Nicki Gross, Special Assistant to the Head Coach for Vanderbilt University Men’s Basketball, Jerry Stackhouse, who is a 18 year NBA veteran and two-time NBA All-Star. Nicki is incredibly talented, hard working, and is well on the path to achieving all of her dreams. In today’s episode we discuss:How to put yourself in a position to be lucky What she’s learned on all of her different stops so far What working for Jerry Stackhouse has taught herNicki oversees the day-to-day organization of the head coach, assists with opponent scouting and special projects, organizes practice plans and facilitates staff execution. She has extensive basketball experience in the NBA and G League, where she served as the assistant coach with the Iowa Energy in the 2015-16 season and the Raptors 905 franchise from 2016-18, where she was a member of Stackhouse’s staff. She was also the Energy’s head video coordinator in 2014-15 before being promoted to an assistant coach position. At the time in 2015, Gross was the only female coach in the NBA G League and third in its history, following assistant Stephanie Ready (2001-03) and head coach Nancy Lieberman (2009-11). Nicki truly embodies what it takes to succeed in both the business of sports and in life. Connect with Nicki Gross: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter Connect with Sergio Millas: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter

In today’s episode, we sat down with Dr. Randa Bascharon who is an Orthopedic Surgeon, a Board Certified Athletic Trainer, Founder of the Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute of Las Vegas, and the Sports Performance Institute of Las Vegas.In this episode, we discuss:What it’s like to work across so many different sportsOvercoming being told NOFiguring out your Why Dr. Bascharon has been involved in events in just about every sport you can think of and is incredibly well-rounded and knowledgeable. In her practice, her goal is to ensure her clients achieve excellence physically, nutritionally and mentally. Randa has cared for Olympic, professional, and amateur athletes of all ages, including many UFC fighters and world title boxing champions. She is a Certified Ringside Physician through the American Academy of Ringside Physicians and an Orthopedic Surgeon for competitive athletes for an extensive list of sporting events around the country.Connect with Randa Bascharon: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter Connect with Sergio Millas: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter

In today’s episode we sat down with David Fogel, Executive Director of the National Basketball Coaches Association (NBCA), the labor association that represents all NBA Head and Assistant Coaches. In his role, his mission is to ensure that NBA Coaches have a voice regarding on-court, as well as off-court matters. David manages all areas of day-to-day legal and business operations of the NBCA.In this episode, we discuss:How his interest in labor relations was sparked through his family’s necktie businessThe importance of building genuine relationships and learning from mentorsThe value in always being transparent, open and direct with the NBCA members and colleagues around the leagueIn addition to his role as Executive Director of the NBCA, David also currently serves as a member of the Board of Trustees for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. He previously served as an Adjunct Professor at Pace University School of Law, where he taught a course titled “Legal Aspects of Professional Sports.” He has also been a Guest Lecturer at the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and New York University School of Professional Studies, where he has taught several courses on labor relations, the duty of fair representation, alternative dispute resolution and collective bargaining in sports. After being recruited to play baseball at Emory University, where he double majored in Political Science and Sociology, he went on to earn his law degree from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law. Connect with David Fogel: LinkedIn | Twitter | NBCA Website | NBCA Twitter Connect with Sergio Millas: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter