Join us for a deep dive into the new docuseries 'Court of Gold' on Netflix, highlighting the top international teams and Team USA's journey in the Paris Olympics. Our host, Mario Busto, teams up with Victor Lopez from the All Things Basketball podcast for an engaging discussion covering the first three episodes. From Kevin Durant's Olympic dominance to the intricate dynamics of international basketball, we leave no stone unturned. Tune in for an in-depth analysis, exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, and spirited debates on the future of Team USA basketball. Don't miss out—hit the subscribe button for more updates and episodes!

00:00 Introduction to the Series and Guest

00:27 Discussing the New Docu-Series 'Court of Gold'

01:00 Victor Lopez's Podcast Journey

01:30 Basketball Talk: Players, Teams, and Highlights

01:56 Challenges of Podcasting

02:39 Coffee Talk and NBA Finals Memories

03:27 Jimmy Butler and Team USA

06:17 Bogdanovic and International Players

08:15 The Impact of the Dream Team

17:05 Kevin Durant's Legacy and Olympic Contributions

27:08 The Evolution of Basketball Skills

34:10 Top NBA Players and Future Prospects

40:19 Feeling Lost in the NBA

40:38 Future of Team USA in the Olympics

42:30 France's Rising Basketball Talent

44:35 Challenges of Coaching Team USA

45:41 Debating Team USA's Roster Choices

51:31 International Basketball Rivals

01:02:18 Reflecting on the Olympic Documentary

01:12:24 Honorable Mentions and Respect for Obama

01:13:05 Future of Coaching: Who's Next After Kerr?

01:13:10 Goaded Coaching Staff and Documentary Insights

01:14:24 Desire for More Raw Footage

01:14:40 Comparing Sports Documentaries

01:15:00 Covering Multiple Nations in the Documentary

01:15:28 Lack of Practice Footage and Player Stories

01:15:40 The Importance of Behind-the-Scenes Footage

01:16:14 Journalists and Narratives in Sports Documentaries

01:17:11 Team USA's Coaching and Player Dynamics

01:17:50 Steve Kerr's Unique Journey

01:20:18 Serbia and France's Basketball Legacy

01:25:02 International Coaches in the NBA

01:27:42 The Spain Pick and Roll

01:28:50 Argentina and Canada's Olympic History

01:29:41 French Cooking Team and Player Nutrition

01:30:21 Hyperbaric Chambers and Recovery

01:31:00 Best Team of All Time Debate

01:37:28 Kobe Bryant's Legacy and Impact

01:42:32 Luka Doncic and the Mavericks' Future

01:44:37 Podcast Announcements and Closing Remarks

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