My favorite is the video where he's supposed to be scouting Wiggins and Jabari Parker and instead he gets caught up talking about Kentucky running horns.
When he mentioned horns you could see coach Nick's face just light up and be like " I knew it , it's what I've be telling them for years". Coach this by far the best person you've interviewed because they are willing and able to explain sets. If you could get this guy or another advanced scout to webcam in with you after one of your videos is up and have them share their thoughts that would be amazing, though understand that will be near impossible during the season as they watch a game pretty much every night
Lets be glad that Coach is a professional cause if this was his first time he would be jumping up and down with a smile on his face after hearing Pat say HORNS.
BBALLBREAKDOWN hey coach, i was wondering if maybe with these sorts of interviews you might also consider asking what the persons favourite play is and why? I think it would be quite interesting to see what they would have to say on that one
I feel with Coach Nick I am able to better appreciate basketball on another level. I also smiled when he mentioned horns. Because of Coach I am able to understand. #CoachNickforLakers
Would have loved to hear him elaborate on his final point (some are sophisticated), basically hearing a scout's take on the best coaches in the league. Amazing stuff nonetheless. And I loved Coach Nick's reaction to the Horns mention, must be nice to get the things you put out there validated from NBA circles. Great offseason content thus far, thanks!
Coach Nick is so happy when Scout Pat names the floppy and horns sets. Does Scout Pat just track the opponent's sets and plays or does he employ analytics as well on his trusty laptop? Does he sit in on the other side of the bench on Spurs games or does he scout 2 other teams (a non-Spurs game)?
hey bballbreakdown.... i have a couple questions...... the international players now a days haven't been any good recently. in the past there were really good players like dirk, parker, manu, etc. but there arent very many young potential stars born overseas right now.... can you explain why? also, would you say the talent level was higher back in the 90s or in this modern era. in other words, who has the best players?
still depends on the player and their attitude. Some international players do a great job getting accustomed to the NBA level. Some regress after giving scouts so much promise and they become mainstays back in the Euro Leagues or what not. Hard to quantify the eras but clearly the 80's had their share of legends, which would sorta carry over to the 90's which a few of those guys are still active in the league in some form of way (Pierce, Garnett, Allen). Also since the era today success is built on teams who embrace X's and O's and fill key roles in the team rather than just sign X free agent because they have that talent.
***** I think there are still shot blocking centers. There aren't many GREAT shot blocking centers. These young guys know all about running down weakside attempts or just swats that go out of bounds. But it was guys like Mourning and Mutombo and even to this day, guys like Tim Duncan who know how to properly contest shots and keep it in play so it actually turns into a score. And they can apply it even to bigs trying to get in and they can get clean swipes at them.
lets not forget that 3 second violations were not called back in the day..... so centers we're already there.... which makes it easier to tally up blocks because the defender is already in the paint... i dont necessarily agree with the shot blocking part.
***** there is truth to that but you also have to know HOW to block properly. Get the timing right and keep the ball in play. We can pile on excuses, but the legends did it with sound fundamental play as well. There are 3 second violations in todays game but even some of the top guys with blocks aren't there in that elite level yet.
Coach Nick can you do a breakdown of how the warriors offense would look like, from a glimpse of the summer league. Also any prediction on where Kevin Love is going Cleveland won't give Wiggins and we won't trade Thompson.
I think Pat Zipfel could play a bad guy in a movie. Like in a small town setting, father figure, neighbor of some sorts. He's got that hidden mean/crazy look in his eyes. Not meant as an insult, just that he could be an actor.
Gotta love how Coach Nick's face lights up when Horns are mentioned. lol
LMFAO!!!
My favorite is the video where he's supposed to be scouting Wiggins and Jabari Parker and instead he gets caught up talking about Kentucky running horns.
Exactly what I was thinking.
Haha -love it all. #ImIn
Your face lit up when he said floppy and horns haha
One of your best interviews! People around this level are a lot more candid than players/coaches.
Haha that grin when he said horns at the end!
;)
When he mentioned horns you could see coach Nick's face just light up and be like " I knew it , it's what I've be telling them for years". Coach this by far the best person you've interviewed because they are willing and able to explain sets. If you could get this guy or another advanced scout to webcam in with you after one of your videos is up and have them share their thoughts that would be amazing, though understand that will be near impossible during the season as they watch a game pretty much every night
Lets be glad that Coach is a professional cause if this was his first time he would be jumping up and down with a smile on his face after hearing Pat say HORNS.
I was doing that inside
Looked like he was about to
Awesome insight, just awesome.
Cool, thx!
That coach face when floppy and horns gets mentioned.
Coach NIck's face when the guy said horns.. LOL
great video, probably in the top5 interviews of coach nick!
Wow, THX
a very good one for sure!
Tremendous info!!! Excellent questions coach Nick and great informative answers by Zip. Way to go on giving insight on what an advance scout is about.
Thanks! Zip was a great speaker at Pro Scout School
This was one of your best videos that I have seen!
Coach, do more of these !
Love and appreciate your dedication to the game and your channel Nick. I've learnt a bunch of great BBall stuff!
Great interview. What made it really interesting was that he could talk about that stuff comfortably, without feeling like he was giving up secrets.
His presentation was my favorite. I love how you can clearly tell you're trying not to smile when he said horns. :)
Wow. Great insight. Thanks for the video Coach Nick!
Coach Nick, awesome video!
Thanks! Fascinating job
BBALLBREAKDOWN hey coach, i was wondering if maybe with these sorts of interviews you might also consider asking what the persons favourite play is and why? I think it would be quite interesting to see what they would have to say on that one
lets put coach nick on the map so he can be in contention to coach the lakers! lol
Lucas Busch you won't say that when you see that paycheck
Haha -Byron is a perfect fit
I feel with Coach Nick I am able to better appreciate basketball on another level. I also smiled when he mentioned horns. Because of Coach I am able to understand. #CoachNickforLakers
Great video coach. Greetings from Bulgaria(Europe), we are huge fans of your stuff.
Great interview Coach Nick! Zip is the best!!
Would have loved to hear him elaborate on his final point (some are sophisticated), basically hearing a scout's take on the best coaches in the league. Amazing stuff nonetheless. And I loved Coach Nick's reaction to the Horns mention, must be nice to get the things you put out there validated from NBA circles. Great offseason content thus far, thanks!
loving your videos coach
Coach Nick is so happy when Scout Pat names the floppy and horns sets. Does Scout Pat just track the opponent's sets and plays or does he employ analytics as well on his trusty laptop? Does he sit in on the other side of the bench on Spurs games or does he scout 2 other teams (a non-Spurs game)?
3:40 Coach Nick was just waiting on that answer lol. HORNSSSS!!
great great great interview!
Thank! Zip is awesome
dream job,.. travel the country watching nba basketball, front row seats...what else could you ask for
Welp, having a family makes that difficult
BBALLBREAKDOWN more like impossible. Certainly appealing 10 years ago to me.
how do you go about becoming an nba scout
marvelous video!!!
hey bballbreakdown.... i have a couple questions...... the international players now a days haven't been any good recently. in the past there were really good players like dirk, parker, manu, etc. but there arent very many young potential stars born overseas right now.... can you explain why? also, would you say the talent level was higher back in the 90s or in this modern era. in other words, who has the best players?
still depends on the player and their attitude. Some international players do a great job getting accustomed to the NBA level. Some regress after giving scouts so much promise and they become mainstays back in the Euro Leagues or what not.
Hard to quantify the eras but clearly the 80's had their share of legends, which would sorta carry over to the 90's which a few of those guys are still active in the league in some form of way (Pierce, Garnett, Allen). Also since the era today success is built on teams who embrace X's and O's and fill key roles in the team rather than just sign X free agent because they have that talent.
***** I think there are still shot blocking centers. There aren't many GREAT shot blocking centers. These young guys know all about running down weakside attempts or just swats that go out of bounds. But it was guys like Mourning and Mutombo and even to this day, guys like Tim Duncan who know how to properly contest shots and keep it in play so it actually turns into a score. And they can apply it even to bigs trying to get in and they can get clean swipes at them.
lets not forget that 3 second violations were not called back in the day..... so centers we're already there.... which makes it easier to tally up blocks because the defender is already in the paint... i dont necessarily agree with the shot blocking part.
***** there is truth to that but you also have to know HOW to block properly. Get the timing right and keep the ball in play. We can pile on excuses, but the legends did it with sound fundamental play as well.
There are 3 second violations in todays game but even some of the top guys with blocks aren't there in that elite level yet.
awesome video
Coach Nick can you do a breakdown of how the warriors offense would look like, from a glimpse of the summer league. Also any prediction on where Kevin Love is going Cleveland won't give Wiggins and we won't trade Thompson.
good interview
THX
Coach finally asked if he was in!
Love the smug look on coach nick's face when he started talking top 5
Coach Nick, i'd like him to share more of his knowledge, maybe working with you to recognize some plays or analyze them, on any games footage
Great idea. I'll see what I can do :)
really hope my knicks add pat to our new coaching staff
very interesting
wow next level shit cool
It looks like the Advance Scout is wearing Lebron's "Decision" shirt.
I think Pat Zipfel could play a bad guy in a movie. Like in a small town setting, father figure, neighbor of some sorts. He's got that hidden mean/crazy look in his eyes. Not meant as an insult, just that he could be an actor.
Maybe even the veteran fireman, chief of police type.
That smug face when he siad horns doe
your copyright is still 2012-2013
Facts
Why haven't you make a video about Lebron leaving the heat yet?
STAY TUNED - we'll be doing one on how he fits into Coach Blatt's offense
Cool, i was hoping to hear what you guys thought about the move. Good stuff
dammnnnnnnnnn thats a lot of hours to put in
Kray
how about how do you become one???
Ask him if it's budget reason Mike Woodson and mike brown not hiring his position?
why havent you done a Lebron video?
he said he was waiting till all the ofseason moves were completed
Stay tuned!
I wonder how nick wkd make as an nba coach
I think I'd do well, but the first time I yanked my star player for not hustling would be a problem, lolz
Ah-ha-ha RUN HORNS
haha
Great Video!
how does one become an Advanced scout? #dreamjob