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Unwrapped: The Pick and Roll Podcast, Episode 3

137 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Podcasts
  1. The podcast episode features an interview with Mitch McCarron, discussing leadership, adversity, and more.
  2. Ayush Gautam joins to talk about the potential Australian Boomers squad for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
  3. The podcast is supported by FBL - Fantasy Ballers League, the official apparel sponsor.

Unwrapped: The Pick and Roll Podcast, Episode 2

98 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Podcasts
  1. The podcast discusses Tiana Mangakahia and the upcoming Pink Game double header
  2. Hayley Wildes talks about the current WNBL ladder and the last five rounds of the season
  3. Jacob Doole shares insights on the NBL MVP race and possible All-NBL teams

Crate, Goodman, Jones: Breaking down New Zealand's star trio from the 2023 FIBA U16 Asia Championships

39 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🎾 Sports Basketball
  1. New Zealand's players Lachlan Crate, Oscar Goodman, and Hayden Jones stood out at the 2023 FIBA U16 Asia Championships.
  2. Lachlan Crate, a 6'6 tall guard, was a key scorer for New Zealand, showcasing his skills in multiple games.
  3. Despite a tough loss to Australia, these players made a name for themselves with their performance in the tournament.

Are we allowed to criticise Australian national teams?

137 implied HN points • 18 Sep 23
🎾 Sports Criticism Basketball
  1. The Australian Boomers failed at the FIBA 2023 World Cup, and their coach admitted they deserve criticism for the failure.
  2. It's important to acknowledge both the benefits of positivity and the necessity of facing truths, like the fact that failure is part of life.
  3. In a culture that often leans towards endless positivity, it can be challenging to objectively critique and address failures in professional sports.

Australian Junior Championships 2024: A wrap on standout male prospects at the U20 tournament

19 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🎾 Sports Basketball Players Event coverage
  1. The Australian Junior Championships 2024 showcased impressive new male prospects with standout talents.
  2. Kye Savage stood out as a scoring powerhouse, averaging 24.6 points per game, displaying strong athleticism and shot-making skills.
  3. Jacob Furphy played a key role in Tasmania's success with his all-around skills, providing balance to the team's offensive output.

Unwrapped: The Pick and Roll Podcast, Episode 5

19 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🎙 Podcasts Sports
  1. The podcast episode features Priority Sports' James Wang discussing his journey from playing basketball to working in athlete marketing.
  2. Will Crouch joins the podcast to talk about Summah Hanson and the Opals Olympic Qualifying Squad.
  3. The Pick and Roll is a reader-supported publication, consider becoming a subscriber to support their work.

Bamboo Ceiling 2.0: James Wang and Asian representation in the NBA

19 implied HN points • 27 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Basketball Representation Development Talent NBA
  1. James Wang's journey from Taiwan to Sydney to professional basketball showcases the importance of hard work and persistence in pursuing dreams.
  2. The lack of Asian representation in the NBA, especially Chinese players, highlights challenges related to developmental focus on size versus modern game dynamics.
  3. Reflecting on the need for developing holistic basketball skills, like read and react decision making, to enhance the diversity and competitiveness in the sport.

Unwrapped: The Pick and Roll Podcast, Episode 4

19 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Podcast
  1. Michael Houben discusses the impact of a community club on young players' lives
  2. Jacob Doole talks about Perth Wildcat Hyrum Harris and their championship contender status
  3. The Pick and Roll Podcast is sponsored by FBL - Fantasy Ballers League and relies on reader support