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Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code basketball at checkout. Download Saily app or go to https://saily.com/basketball Use signup code GREAT DAY for $300 off Sports Business Classroom at Summer League: https://www.sportsbusinessclassroom.com Become a member to access all full length videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3HPbvB6f58X_7SMIp6OPYw/join We break down the Knicks historic comeback in Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals against the Spurs, including the 2nd half changes, coaching decisions, and 3 finger tips that changed NBA history. Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/12kpkAvUj6LGxzViDIH0qH Support at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Basketball-Ben-Taylor/dp/1532968175 Website: https://www.thinkingbasketball.net Twitter: @elgee35 Find additional Thinking Basketball content on the NBA App, the More Thinking Basketball channel and the Thinking Basketball podcast. Stats courtesy: http://www.pbpstats.com @bballport https://www.basketball-reference.com https://stats.nba.com ----- Footage in this video is owned by the NBA and its partners. It is intended for critique and education. Music by csus (instrumental) #ThinkingBasketball 16:24
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Everything that made the biggest Finals comeback possible

Thinking Basketball 236.8K views June 11, 2026 9:26 pm

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Dylan Harper's incredible potential

Thinking Basketball 390.3K views May 30, 2026 8:59 pm

If you or someone you know experienced serious mental health struggles as a result of social media use, you may be entitled to a potential recovery of over $1,000. Go to https://morganmorganpa.sjv.io/c/3468083/3841482/23429?sharedid=thinkingbasketball to submit a claim now. Use signup code GREAT DAY for $300 off Sports Business Classroom at Summer League: https://www.sportsbusinessclassroom.com We break down a big shift in San Antonio's offense in Game 6 to unlock Victor Wembanyama -- along with some great adjustments -- to force Game 7 vs the Oklahoma City Thunder in this classic Western Conference Finals. Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/12kpkAvUj6LGxzViDIH0qH Support at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Basketball-Ben-Taylor/dp/1532968175 Website: https://www.thinkingbasketball.net Twitter: @elgee35 Find additional Thinking Basketball content on the NBA App, the More Thinking Basketball channel and the Thinking Basketball podcast. Stats courtesy: http://www.pbpstats.com @bballport https://www.basketball-reference.com https://stats.nba.com ----- Footage in this video is owned by the NBA and its partners. It is intended for critique and education. Music by csus (instrumental) #ThinkingBasketball 10:39
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The Spurs Big Adjustment forces Game 7

Thinking Basketball 200K views May 29, 2026 11:39 am

Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/THINKING10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Use signup code GREAT DAY for $300 off Sports Business Classroom at Summer League: https://www.sportsbusinessclassroom.com Become a member to access all full length videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3HPbvB6f58X_7SMIp6OPYw/join We look at the Thunder championship-level execution, offensive counters and amazing high-level plays to out-execute the Spurs in the Western Conference Finals. Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/12kpkAvUj6LGxzViDIH0qH Support at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Basketball-Ben-Taylor/dp/1532968175 Website: https://www.thinkingbasketball.net Twitter: @elgee35 Find additional Thinking Basketball content on the NBA App, the More Thinking Basketball channel and the Thinking Basketball podcast. Stats courtesy: http://www.pbpstats.com @bballport https://www.basketball-reference.com https://stats.nba.com ----- Footage in this video is owned by the NBA and its partners. It is intended for critique and education. Music by AlterEgo (Lost) #ThinkingBasketball 10:46
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(Sorry, Internet) The Thunder are too good

Thinking Basketball 134.2K views May 23, 2026 9:12 pm

Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code basketball at checkout. Download Saily app or go to https://saily.com/basketball Use signup code GREAT DAY for $300 off Sports Business Classroom at Summer League: https://www.sportsbusinessclassroom.com Become a member to access all full length videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3HPbvB6f58X_7SMIp6OPYw/join We look at whether Victor Wembanyama's dominant start to the 2024 playoffs against Portland and Minnesota make him the best player in the NBA. Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/12kpkAvUj6LGxzViDIH0qH Support at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Basketball-Ben-Taylor/dp/1532968175 Website: https://www.thinkingbasketball.net Twitter: @elgee35 Find additional Thinking Basketball content on the NBA App, the More Thinking Basketball channel and the Thinking Basketball podcast. Stats courtesy: http://www.pbpstats.com @bballport https://www.basketball-reference.com https://stats.nba.com ----- Footage in this video is owned by the NBA and its partners. It is intended for critique and education. Music by csus (instrumental) #ThinkingBasketball 14:37
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Is a 22-year old the best player in the world?

Thinking Basketball 294.8K views May 12, 2026 8:17 pm

Become a member to access all full length videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3HPbvB6f58X_7SMIp6OPYw/join How LeBron James out-thought Houston in an upset win in the 2026 playoffs. Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/12kpkAvUj6LGxzViDIH0qH Support at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Basketball-Ben-Taylor/dp/1532968175 Website: https://www.thinkingbasketball.net Twitter: @elgee35 Find additional Thinking Basketball content on the NBA App, the More Thinking Basketball channel and the Thinking Basketball podcast. Stats courtesy: http://www.pbpstats.com @bballport https://www.basketball-reference.com https://stats.nba.com ----- Footage in this video is owned by the NBA and its partners. It is intended for critique and education. Music by csus (instrumental) #ThinkingBasketball 9:39
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Father Time is losing to LeBron

Thinking Basketball 392.2K views May 2, 2026 8:32 am

Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/THINKING10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Use signup code GREAT DAY for $300 off Sports Business Classroom at Summer League: https://www.sportsbusinessclassroom.com Become a member to access all full length videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3HPbvB6f58X_7SMIp6OPYw/join The classic game that (mostly) answered the hypothetical question of '90s NBA players playing in today's game without elite outside shooting. Game 4 of the 2026 playoffs between the Pistons and Magic combined incredible athleticism and modern tactics in a throwback game. Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/12kpkAvUj6LGxzViDIH0qH Support at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Basketball-Ben-Taylor/dp/1532968175 Website: https://www.thinkingbasketball.net Twitter: @elgee35 Find additional Thinking Basketball content on the NBA App, the More Thinking Basketball channel and the Thinking Basketball podcast. Stats courtesy: http://www.pbpstats.com @bballport https://www.basketball-reference.com https://stats.nba.com ----- Footage in this video is owned by the NBA and its partners. It is intended for critique and education. Music by Nemesis (instrumental) #ThinkingBasketball 11:39
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What if '90s players played in a modern NBA game?

Thinking Basketball 111.6K views April 30, 2026 12:28 pm

Become a member to access all full length videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3HPbvB6f58X_7SMIp6OPYw/join We look at the hidden force guiding so many NBA plays. Not merely the impact of coaching in practice, before the game and during timeouts, but live-ball coaching, play calling, and the powerful effect of communicating during the game from the sidelines. Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/12kpkAvUj6LGxzViDIH0qH Support at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Basketball-Ben-Taylor/dp/1532968175 Website: https://www.thinkingbasketball.net Twitter: @elgee35 Find additional Thinking Basketball content on the NBA App, the More Thinking Basketball channel and the Thinking Basketball podcast. Stats courtesy: http://www.pbpstats.com @bballport https://www.basketball-reference.com https://stats.nba.com ----- Footage in this video is owned by the NBA and its partners. It is intended for critique and education. Music by hairlight #ThinkingBasketball 12:41
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The invisible hand influencing NBA plays

Thinking Basketball 207.6K views April 14, 2026 10:25 am

Go to https://surfshark.com/basketball or use code BASKETBALL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Become a member to access all full length videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3HPbvB6f58X_7SMIp6OPYw/join Is the NBA 65-game rule limit working for awards? Is it good or bad? We look at arguments for and against the rule, historical games played, and the larger issue of player health impacting the fan experience...and maybe the (fun?) unintended chaos brought on by the rule. Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/12kpkAvUj6LGxzViDIH0qH Support at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Basketball-Ben-Taylor/dp/1532968175 Website: https://www.thinkingbasketball.net Twitter: @elgee35 Find additional Thinking Basketball content on the NBA App, the More Thinking Basketball channel and the Thinking Basketball podcast. Stats courtesy: http://www.pbpstats.com @bballport https://www.basketball-reference.com https://stats.nba.com ----- Footage in this video is owned by the NBA and its partners. It is intended for critique and education. Music by Glass Corridors #ThinkingBasketball 16:40
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When the solution doesn’t address the problem

Thinking Basketball 248.7K views April 7, 2026 11:38 am