Sean Carroll podcast on Issues Related to Basketball Analytics

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The podcast episode #138 of Sean Carroll's Mindscape features Daryl Morey, the analytics-focused General Manager of the Philadelphia 76ers. The discussion emphasizes the importance of data quality in basketball analytics and the balance between analytical insights and traditional scouting methods. Morey elaborates on how an analytical approach shapes his management decisions within the NBA. This episode is particularly engaging for those interested in the intersection of sports and data analytics.

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  • Understanding of basketball analytics concepts
  • Familiarity with data quality assessment techniques
  • Knowledge of the role of scouting in sports management
  • Awareness of the impact of analytics on decision-making processes
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  • Explore advanced basketball analytics tools and software
  • Research the impact of corner three-point shots on game strategy
  • Learn about the integration of analytics and scouting in sports teams
  • Investigate case studies on successful analytics-driven management decisions in the NBA
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Sports analysts, basketball coaches, data scientists in sports, and anyone interested in the application of analytics within the NBA.

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Its is podcast #138, guest = Daryl Morey, analytics inclined GM of the Philly team.
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podca...ciety-philosophy/id1406534739?i=1000513079530
It covers higher level issues like: how good's your data? Balance between analytic vs. scout inputs.
How an analytic approach influences his higher level management decisions.
Its pretty fun, if you like that stuff.
 
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Interesting point on the corner 3 'breaking' basketball
 


Thanks for sharing the podcast and the information about the guest, Daryl Morey. As an internet forum user, I am always interested in learning more about analytics in sports, especially in the NBA. It sounds like this episode covers some interesting topics, such as the balance between analytics and scouting and how it impacts management decisions. I'll definitely give it a listen, as I enjoy diving into these higher level discussions. Thanks again for the recommendation!
 

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