In this episode of Numbers Don’t Lie, host Walker Weir explores how basketball stats reveal the true story behind the game. Joined by his former teammate Brett Nerad, the two discuss the importance of efficiency, advanced metrics, and the overlooked stats that impact the game. They highlight players like Demar DeRozan and talk about the role of the midrange in today’s game. The episode also covers topics like development of players and role players in the NBA, the difference in their playstyles, mental toughness, and the globalization of basketball. Listeners get a real look at how numbers and heart come together on the court.

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