Welcome to a huge milestone for the Through The Net Podcast—my first ever in-person interview! 🎙️🏀

In this episode, I sit down with Angel Ortiz, owner of Angels Fitness & Performance in Riverside, Rhode Island. For the past three years, Angel has built more than just a basketball training facility—he’s created a place where young athletes can develop their skills, confidence, work ethic, and love for the game.

His commitment to helping the next generation of hoopers is truly unmatched, and it shows every single day through the athletes he trains and the community he’s built.

In this conversation, we dive into:

🏀 Angel’s basketball journey

💪 Building Angels Fitness & Performance from the ground up

📈 What separates great players from good ones

🧠 The mental side of basketball development

🔥 His passion for mentoring young athletes

🎯 Advice for players looking to take their game to the next level

This is only the beginning for Through The Net Podcast, and I couldn’t have asked for a better guest to kick off this new chapter.

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The Boston Celtics made one of the most shocking moves in recent memory by trading Jaylen Brown. But was this really a basketball decision… or was there something more behind it?

In this video, I break down:

🏀 Why Boston made the move

🤔 Whether emotions played a role

📊 What this means for the Celtics moving forward

🔥 Winners, losers, and my overall grade

Do you think Boston made the right call, or was this a petty move they’ll regret?

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Brandon Rosenthal and I first crossed paths over 10 years ago when I was writing for Persources.com as a staff writer. Back then, I had no idea that a simple professional connection would turn into one of the most important friendships in my life.

Over the years, Brandon became the big brother I never knew I needed. Through the highs, lows, doubts, and crazy ideas, he’s always been someone I could count on. His support, guidance, and belief in me played a huge role in helping me build something I genuinely care about.

The truth is, Through The Net Podcast probably doesn’t exist without Brandon Rosenthal. He’s one of the biggest reasons this podcast is showing up on your phone screens, TV screens, and in your feeds today.

Beyond grateful for the friendship, the support, and the journey. This episode is a special one. Stay tuned. 🤝🏀🎙️

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I sit down with my toughest guest yet….my daughter. She talks about what she’s involved in and just what is on the mind of my 7 year old !

For years I kept this part of my basketball journey to myself because I was afraid of what people would think. I was afraid of being the outcast. Afraid of admitting that while everyone else seemed to have it figured out, I was struggling behind the scenes.

This isn’t a highlight reel. It’s not about the shots I made, the games I won, or the moments people saw. It’s about the self-doubt, the comparisons, the mistakes, and the battles I fought in my own head. The parts of the journey that never made it onto social media.

In this video, I’m sharing the truth I’ve been carrying for years. If you’ve ever felt like you didn’t belong, questioned yourself, or felt like you were chasing something everyone else understood except you, this one’s for you.

Sometimes the story behind the player is more important than the player himself.

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The San Antonio Spurs are entering a new era… and it might be even bigger than people realize.

In this episode of Through The Net Podcast, we break down why the Spurs’ future feels different, why Victor Wembanyama could change the NBA for the next decade, and why constantly comparing every Spurs team to the “Big 3 Era” misses the bigger picture.

Too many casual fans only bring up Tim Duncan, Tony Parker, and Manu Ginóbili when talking Spurs basketball — but this new generation could be building something completely different.

🏀 Victor Wembanyama’s rise

🏀 Spurs future & championship potential

🏀 Why the NBA should be worried

🏀 The problem with “Big 3 Era” comparisons

🏀 Real basketball talk from Through The Net Podcast

Do you think the Spurs are building the NBA’s next dynasty? Or are people overreacting already? 👇

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On this episode of Through The Net Podcast, we sit down with Basketball Coach/Trainer Angel Ortiz to talk about the reality of coaching today’s youth.

This isn’t just about drills and skill work — it’s about understanding how the game (and the players) have changed.

We dive into:

* Why teaching the youth today is completely different than it used to be

* The importance of adapting your coaching style based on age and skill level

* Why one-size-fits-all coaching doesn’t work anymore

* How trainers and coaches can actually connect with players to get the best out of them

Angel breaks down what it really takes to develop players the right way — mentally, physically, and fundamentally — and why the next generation of basketball depends on better teaching.

If you care about the future of the game, this is a conversation you need to hear.

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We’re analyzing the NBA Trade Deadline and breaking down what really mattered, what shocked us, and which moves actually change the league 🏀🔥

From blockbuster deals to sneaky under-the-radar trades, we react in real time and give honest hoops takes — no narratives, no fluff.

Topics we cover:

• Biggest winners & losers at the NBA Trade Deadline

• Trades that actually move the needle

• Teams that stood pat (and why it matters)

• Who set themselves up for the playoffs… and who didn’t

If you love real basketball conversations, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and let us know in the comments 👇

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In this episode, we react to a Top 30 White NBA Players list that’s been floating around — and yeah… it definitely got us talking.

Some rankings made sense.

Some had us shaking our heads.

And a few spots? Absolutely wild 😭

This isn’t our official list — this is a real-time reaction, debate, and breakdown of where we agree, disagree, and why.

👇 WHAT WE COVER:

• Biggest surprises on the list

• Players ranked way too high or too low

• Who deserved more respect

• Where the list completely lost us

⚠️ DISCLAIMER:

This video is about basketball discussion and reactions, not stereotypes or disrespect. Just hoops, opinions, and debate.

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Do you agree with this Top 30?

Who’s overrated?

Who’s missing entirely?

Drop your thoughts in the comments 👇

Let’s debate respectfully.

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Basketball Development Coach Brandon Small joins the show to break down what real player development actually looks like behind the scenes.

From skill work and mindset to discipline, consistency, and building confidence, Brandon explains how development goes far beyond drills and highlights. We dive into what separates players who improve year after year from those who stay stuck, the importance of fundamentals, and how trainers can truly impact an athlete’s growth on and off the court.

If you’re a hooper, parent, coach, or someone who loves the game, this episode gives you real insight into the grind, the details, and the mentality required to level up.

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🏀 Basketball | Development | Mindset | Growth

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