In this conversation, Gabe Derman speaks with Isaiah Wright, a strength and conditioning coach for the Utah Jazz, about the unique challenges and insights of working in the NBA. They discuss the evolution of strength and conditioning practices, the importance of technology, and the shift towards individualized training for players. Isaiah shares his journey from a team attendant to a strength coach, highlighting the significance of collaboration among coaches and the cultural differences in training between US and international players. The conversation also touches on the importance of multi-sport athletes, assessing movement quality, and the future of performance improvement in the NBA.

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Chapters

00:00

Draft Day Insights: Strength Conditioning on NBA Draft Night

03:01

The Evolution of Strength Conditioning in the NBA

05:34

From Team Attendant to Strength Coach: A Unique Journey

08:13

Technology and Training: The Modern Approach

10:56

Individualization in Training: Adapting to Modern Athletes

13:49

Cultural Differences: American vs. International Athletes

16:37

The Importance of Multi-Sport Athletes

19:18

Developing Athleticism: Bridging the Gap

22:01

Footwork and Coordination: A Comparative Analysis

29:10

Youth Development in Basketball: A Global Perspective

33:30

Movement Efficiency: Key to Athletic Performance

39:00

Collaboration Between Coaches and Performance Staff

45:24

Assessment and Testing: Understanding Athlete Performance

51:20

Personal Insights: Favorite Moments and Players