Ep. 287 Eric Musselman, USC Trojans

In this episode Coach Brendan Suhr is joined by Eric Musselman, head coach of the USC Trojans. Musselman shares his lifelong approach to learning and coaching, emphasizing the importance of constant innovation, adapting strategies from other sports, and evolving his X’s and O’s to stay ahead. He reflects on lessons from coaching in the NBA, G League, college, and international basketball, discussing his influences from legendary coaches like Hubie Brown, Chuck Daly, and Mike Fratello. Musselman also dives into his philosophy on pregame speeches, managing player roles, and navigating the transfer portal to build competitive rosters. He then details his transition from Arkansas to USC, the challenges and opportunities of competing in the Big Ten, and how his NBA experience shapes his approach to coaching in college basketball. He discusses the impact of NIL on roster construction, and how age and experience affect team success. All that and more on episode 287 of the Coaching U Podcast, presented by Noah BasketballNoah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Special Offers!Save 20% of Your Subscription to Coaching U+Use promo code PODCAST20 at checkoutLearn more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠coachingulive.com/plus⁠⁠⁠⁠FASTMODEL SPORTS:Save 15% on FastDraw or other FastModel Products with Promo Code 'CoachingU15' at checkout. Visit fastmodelsports.com to learn more!

In this episode, Coach Brendan Suhr answers questions from our audience in our first mail bag of 2025. Coaches from all levels have submitted questions about practice habits, attacking various zone defenses, adjusting to the shot clock, handling adversity, and offseason player development plans. All that and more on episode 286 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball! Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Special Offers! 7 NEW video sets are now available on Coaching U+ Learn more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠coachingulive.com/plus⁠⁠⁠⁠ FASTMODEL SPORTS: Save 15% on FastDraw or other FastModel Products with Promo Code 'CoachingU15' at checkout. Visit fastmodelsports.com to learn more!

In this episode, Coach Brendan Suhr is joined by Converse University head coach Nick Pasqua. Coach Pasqua shares his innovative offensive approach that provides a base structure for his players while also allowing them to play with freedom and make decisions on the fly, making them unpredictable and hard to scout. He explains in detail the nuances that make his offense unique, along with how he installs his transition, half court, and out of bounds plays efficiently in a shorter practice setting. Pasqua also dives into his experience building a program from the ground up, recounting his journey from taking over a struggling Southern Wesleyan program to leading Converse. He breaks down the challenges of coaching at the DII level, including talent evaluation, recruiting, and roster construction in a non-traditional program. His insights into balancing player development, scouting, and maximizing limited resources are invaluable for coaches at any level. Whether you're looking to enhance your offensive system or learn how to build a winning program under tough conditions, this episode is a must-listen for coaches and basketball minds everywhere. All that and more on episode 285 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball! Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Special Offers! 7 NEW video sets are now available on Coaching U+ Learn more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠coachingulive.com/plus⁠⁠⁠⁠ FASTMODEL SPORTS: Save 15% on FastDraw or other FastModel Products with Promo Code 'CoachingU15' at checkout. Visit fastmodelsports.com to learn more!

In this episode Coach Brendan Suhr is joined by three-time NBA Champion BJ Armstrong. BJ reflects on his journey from high school standout at Brother Rice in Michigan to starring at the University of Iowa under legendary coaches George Raveling and Dr. Tom Davis, and later playing for coaching icons like Phil Jackson, Tex Winter, and Chuck Daly during his NBA career. In this episode, BJ shares his unique perspective on coaching and basketball philosophy, emphasizing the importance of defense, rebounding, and building a strong team identity. He provides insights into the Triangle Offense and explains why its principles of spacing, ball movement, and decision-making remain timeless. BJ also discusses Bruce Pearl’s use of the "cutters" (flex) offense that he played in while at Iowa and how those concepts have proven to be effective for decades when executed properly. All that and more on episode 284 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball! Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential. Learn more about our presenting sponsor at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Special Offers! 7 NEW video sets are now available on Coaching U+ Learn more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠coachingulive.com/plus⁠⁠⁠⁠ FASTMODEL SPORTS: Save 15% on FastDraw or other FastModel Products with Promo Code 'CoachingU15' at checkout. Visit fastmodelsports.com to learn more!

In part two of this special Coaching U Podcast series, Coach Brendan Suhr continues reflecting on the invaluable lessons learned from legendary coach Chuck Daly. Brendan shares more timeless "Dailyisms," by diving deeper into Daly's philosophies, including the importance of building trust with players, navigating adversity, and fostering a winning culture. Don’t miss this inspiring conclusion to Brendan’s tribute to one of basketball’s greatest minds. All that and more on episode 283 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball! Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential. Learn more about our presenting sponsor at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Special Offers! 7 NEW video sets are now available on Coaching U+ Learn more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠coachingulive.com/plus⁠⁠⁠⁠ FASTMODEL SPORTS: Save 15% on FastDraw or other FastModel Products with Promo Code 'CoachingU15' at checkout. Visit fastmodelsports.com to learn more!

In this episode Coach Brendan Suhr reflects on his time working alongside hall of fame coach Chuck Daly with the Detroit Pistons and the 1992 Dream Team. Brendan unpacks the timeless "Dailyisms" that shaped his coaching philosophy and inspired countless others. From insights on building trust and connection with players to mastering the art of in-game adjustments, he reveals several of Daly’s unique principles that are as relevant today as they were during Daly’s championship runs. This episode is a must-listen for any coach looking to deepen their understanding of leadership, communication, and the nuances of navigating team dynamics. All that and more on episode 282 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball! Noah Basketball is trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1000 high school programs to capture and analyze key shooting metrics to help your players perfect their shot and reach their max potential.Learn more about our presenting sponsor at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Special Offers! 7 NEW video sets are now available on Coaching U+ Learn more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠coachingulive.com/plus⁠⁠⁠⁠ FASTMODEL SPORTS: Save 15% on FastDraw or other FastModel Products with Promo Code 'CoachingU15' at checkout. Visit fastmodelsports.com to learn more!

In this episode, Coach Brendan Suhr shares several tips for coaches entering league and conference play. Drawing from decades of experience, Coach Suhr discusses how to maintain team conditioning, handle practice planning, and implement effective scouting and preparation strategies for success during the most competitive stretch of the season. Additionally, Brendan dives into mental preparation—highlighting how to handle both winning and losing with a mindset that builds resilience and growth. All that and more on episode 281 of the Coaching U Podcast pres. by Noah Basketball! More about Noah Basketball Trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1000 high school programs, Noah Basketball provides essential shot-tracking data to enhance shooting accuracy and consistency. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Special Offers! FASTMODEL SPORTS: Save 15% on FastDraw or other FastModel products with Promo Code "CoachingU15"

In this episode Coach Brendan Suhr dives into the essential strategies and philosophies every coach should focus on during the in-season grind. Drawing on decades of experience, he emphasizes the importance of keeping practices fresh and purposeful, sharing a technique he pioneered with Chuck Daly: the controlled scrimmage. This approach helps teams simulate game situations, improve conditioning, and build competitive habits without relying on traditional drills. Coach Suhr also discusses how to integrate situational basketball into practice, ensuring players are prepared for unexpected shifts in game dynamics, like sudden zone defenses or last-second plays. He highlights the necessity of teaching players how to adjust quickly and execute without constant input from the bench—an often-overlooked key to success. All that and more on episode 280 of the Coaching U Podcast pres. by Noah Basketball! More about Noah Basketball Trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1000 high school programs, Noah Basketball provides essential shot-tracking data to enhance shooting accuracy and consistency. Learn more at ⁠⁠noahbasketball.com⁠⁠ Coaching U is proud to bring you our second annual 12 Days of Christmas online event from Dec. 6th - Dec. 17th! Each day we are giving away one of our favorite clinic videos from our Coaching U+ video library featuring Billy Donovan, Matt Painter, Kelvin Sampson, Lindsey Harding, Rick Barnes, Mark Pope & many more. Sign up for free below and have all the videos delivered directly to your inbox every morning through the end of the event! For more info visit ⁠⁠coachingulive.com/12days24⁠ Special Offers! FASTMODEL SPORTS: Save 15% on FastDraw or other FastModel products with Promo Code "CoachingU15" DR. DISH: Mention Coaching U or the Podcast for $300 off your purchase. Visit ⁠⁠drdishbasketball.com⁠⁠

In Episode 279 of the Coaching U Podcast, presented by Noah Basketball, Brendan Suhr welcomes Stephanie White, head coach of the Indiana Fever. An Indiana native and Purdue alumna, Stephanie has a storied basketball career spanning over 17 years as a player and coach in the WNBA. After leading the Connecticut Sun to back-to-back WNBA semifinal appearances and being named WNBA Coach of the Year in 2023, she returns to Indiana where she guided the Fever to a WNBA Finals appearance in 2015, contributed to their 2012 championship as an assistant coach. In this episode, Stephanie reflects on returning to Indiana to lead the Fever’s talented young roster, including Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston, and Kelsey Mitchell, while sharing her vision for building a championship culture. She breaks down her offensive philosophy, emphasizing pace, instinctive play, and maximizing player strengths within a system designed to exploit matchups. On the defensive side, she dives into the importance of using analytics to force low-percentage shots and the foundational principles of communication, positioning, and activity. Stephanie also shares her approach to coaching generational talents like Caitlin Clark, tailoring strategies to enhance her efficiency and leadership while continuing to build team chemistry. Drawing on her experience as both a player and coach, she offers lessons on how to empower players, build a team identity, and adapt to the evolving game. All that and more on episode 279 of the Coaching U Podcast pres. by Noah Basketball! More about Noah Basketball Trusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1000 high school programs, Noah Basketball provides essential shot-tracking data to enhance shooting accuracy and consistency. Learn more at ⁠noahbasketball.com⁠ Cyber Savings on Coaching U+ We're excited to offer 25% off all Coaching U+ subscriptions through Cyber Monday. Claim your discount by using promo code CYBER25 at checkout For more info visit ⁠coachingulive.com/cyber⁠ Special Offers! FASTMODEL SPORTS: Save 15% on FastDraw or other FastModel products with Promo Code "CoachingU15" DR. DISH: Mention Coaching U or the Podcast for $300 off your purchase. Visit ⁠drdishbasketball.com⁠

This week on the Coaching U Podcast, Coach Brendan Suhr is joined by Matthew Driscoll, head coach of the North Florida Ospreys, fresh off historic victories over South Carolina and Georgia Tech. In his 16th year at the helm at UNF, Driscoll shares the principles and philosophies that have made his program a consistent contender and one of the most exciting teams to watch in college basketball. Driscoll provides incredible insights into his offensive philosophy, emphasizing pace, spacing, and decision-making to create high-quality shot opportunities. He discusses how North Florida has become synonymous with three-point shooting while maintaining a balanced attack that prioritizes shot selection and efficiency at the rim. He also discusses the "good, better, best" shot philosophy that guides his team, how his team runs secondary break actions and maximizes transition opportunities, his use of a "tandem point zone defense" - a strategy developed alongside Scott Drew at Baylor, which continues to frustrate opponents, and the importance of relationships and adaptability in building a sustainable program. Driscoll also dives into the mental side of coaching, offering advice on how to handle pressure, adversity, and the hidden opponent of expectations. He emphasizes the value of transformational coaching over transactional approaches and highlights the critical role of authentic leadership in fostering player development. All that and more on episode 278 of the Coaching U Podcast pres. by Noah Basketball! More about Noah BasketballTrusted by 28 NBA teams, over 200 NCAA programs, and over 1000 high school programs, Noah Basketball provides essential shot-tracking data to enhance shooting accuracy and consistency. Learn more at noahbasketball.com Black Friday Savings on Coaching U+ We're excited to offer 25% off all Coaching U+ subscriptions through Black Friday. Claim your discount by using promo code BLACKFRIDAY at checkout For more info visit coachingulive.com/blackfriday Special Offers!FASTMODEL SPORTS: Save 15% on FastDraw or other FastModel products with Promo Code "CoachingU15"DR. DISH: Mention Coaching U or the Podcast for $300 off your purchase. Visit drdishbasketball.com