Jeff Van Gundy joined us for a masterclass on coaching, defense, and leadership, in what is already one of the most popular episodes of the year 🔥
— Slappin' Glass (@SlappinGlass) August 5, 2025
From guarding the NBA’s best to building trust and habits—here are 10 of his best quotes + takeaways from our conversation… 🧵
As a coach, I wanted to help players find solutions. That's adding value. This basketball thread from JVG (Jeff Van Gundy) is a terrific share. Notes were extracted from a podcast. Many apply across sports. If you're a role player, figure out how to excel at what you'll be asked to do.
Extra points of emphasis:
1. Don't beat yourself.
2. Excel at fundamentals.
3. Communication inspires intensity which inspires physicality.
Additional notes:
- Simplicity is powerful.
- "Stars have multiple solutions."
- MVB 25 has to be louder than opponents.
- Give honest feedback. Mediocre isn't good.
- Play the possession, this play.
- Effort!
- Don't ignore "secondary producers"...it's not enough to stop stars
- Passing to open opportunity is a winning strategy.
- Trust is a must.
- If you're a role player, you still need "core skills."
You cannot overcome poor fundamentals with trick plays.
Lagniappe. Long video. Eat it in bites.
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