Increasingly, gms and coaches are employing advanced metrics and statistical techniques for scouting, drafting, trades, free agent acquisition and ingame strategy. Most of the material stevens digests does not relate directly to basketball but uses themes he can apply to the celtics. Brad stevens is my favorite coach in the nba, and he is an elite leader at getting the most out of his players on a nightly basis. I received these notes from coach steve smiley from a presentation that brad stevens made at while he coached at butler.
Bradley kent stevens born october 22, 1976 is an american professional basketball coach and former collegiate player who is the head coach of the boston celtics of the national basketball association nba born and raised in zionsville, indiana, stevens starred on the zionsville community high school basketball team, setting four school records. Oct 03, 2011 brad stevens has established himself as one of the nations top young coaches, and having backtoback national titlegame appearances on his list of achievements is proof of that. In 20, stephen coauthored the book, basketball analytics. Brad stevens coaching record college basketball at. His work with the boston celtics has put his name in.
His coaching style and ability to relate to every player on his roster has earned him the moniker of the nextgreatcoachinthenba. Brad stevens is the nbas next great head coach celticsblog. Stevens is a big believer in preparation and spends lots of time breaking down game tape as well as using statistical analytics. Learn the inspiring story of the boston celtics incredible coach brad stevens. The brad stevens interview sports feel good stories. Gained an appreciation when he became a head coach for how hard it is to prepare the right practice. Download the myteams app for the latest celtics news and analysis. The first 2 sideline out of bounds plays taken from the basketball hoopscoops brad stevens boston. How brad stevens transformed from a college basketball. Brad stevens tackles the puzzle that is the celtics rotation.
Apbrmetrics association for professional basketball research metrics is a term used by a few to refer to the analysis of basketball through objective evidence, especially basketball statistics. Brad stevens reveals pyramid to success mens college. There are separate sections for outofbounds plays and those endofgame sets that coach stevens is known for. And recently hes made news on his classification of positions that he considers when drawing up his offensive and defensive schemes. Brad stevens has established himself as one of the nations top young coaches, and having backtoback national titlegame appearances on his list of achievements is proof of that. Mit professor erik brynjolfsson, cloudera cofounder jeff hammerbacher, and butler university mens basketball coach brad stevens reflect on the power of data. October 22, 1976 in zionsville, indiana high school. Indianapolis brad stevens did not write the book on the butler way. Brad stevens book recommendations make a big imprint on celtics. The saugus sachems hosted a home playoff game for the 1st time in 30 years after winning the nec south with a 166 record this past season. This brad stevens boston celtics playbook contains over 60 plays straight from the boston celtics offense. Zionsville community in zionsville, indiana college.
Celtics coach brad stevens said his reputation as a believer of advanced statistics has been blown out of proportion. Basketball analytics hasnt reached its peak, the study continues to develop and change. Were basically on call this date in celtics history. Since the championship game appearance, stevens has appeared on the letterman show, sung take me out to the ball game at wrigley field, and along with the butler team, served as grand marshal of the indy 500.
Always trying to get guys to do the things that are important. Brad stevens slobs by coach brian williams on september 17, 2015 living in indianapolis, i have always had a lot of respect for brad stevens, dating back to the start of his career when he was an assistant at butler. The art of winning an unfair game by michael lewis, scorecasting. Brad stevens explained the crux of his coaching style i think that you can really coach people, and be even more constructively critical, if youve shown that youre invested in them as a person. Brad stevens discusses difference between coaching in. Dec 11, 2015 the brad stevens defensive philosophy by bob starkey originally featured on coach starkeys website. And rather a slave to the stats, he is, in truth, more of a basketball. Basketball analytics course sports management worldwide. Brad stevens defensive clinic notes notes taken by coach steve smiley from a presentation that brad stevens made at the 2010 florida coaches clinic when stevens still coached at butler. Well, consider moneyball, the bestselling book about the oakland as using analytics to build a competitive team despite being constrained by one of the smaller budgets in major league baseball.
Objective and efficient strategies for understanding how teams win, and cocreated the accompanying blog. Living in indianapolis, i have always had a lot of respect for brad stevens, dating back to the start of his career when he was an assistant at butler. Always trying to get guys to do the things that are. Brad stevens, nba coaches carefully balance analytics, old.
Jun 08, 2010 brad stevens in action brad stevens is on a roll. There is a perception in the nba that the old guard of coaches and general managers, guys like gregg popovich and danny ainge, rebuff the new age world of analytics. After reading the book, there were several themes that demonstrated why. Brad stevens began as a volunteer for butler, rose up the ranks to head coach, and has transformed into one of the best coaches in the nba. After reading the book, there were several themes that demonstrated why brad stevens was so effective during this run and continues to be at. Authors show how butler basketball redefined leadership. The smartest teams in the nba, wnba, international leagues and college are increasing their reliance on statistical analysis to improve their winning percentage. The brad stevens defensive philosophy by bob starkey originally featured on coach starkeys website. Apbrmetrics is a cousin to the study of baseball statistics, known as sabermetrics, and similarly takes its name from the acronym apbr, which stands. How the character of brad stevens reinforces his messages on the court.
How data geeks are taking over basketball the washington. Spears interesting predraft lunch with jaylen brown nba rumors. Mar 07, 20 college basketball the ken pomeroy effect. Statistical analysis just part of brad stevenss game. Former butler bulldogs mens basketball coach brad stevens has had a lasting impact on the mens and womens program despite departing for the boston celtics. Fifty nba notes, quotes and anecdotes from the 2014 sloan. The analytics revolution is spreading to the college game, where coaches such as john calipari, evangelist for the. Since joining the celtics organization in the summer of 20, brad stevens has led the resurgence of the celtics in the eastern conference. Back in 2011, we ran a series of 6 blog posts on the defensive philosophy of coach brad stevens.
Stevens teams are generally focused around fundamentals and teamoriented basketball with a primary emphasis on defense. Boston celtics head coach brad stevens crafts a play during a timeout in the first quarter of a game against the dallas mavericks on dec. Really good article from the boston globe on boston celtics head coach brad stevens. Brad stevens discusses difference between coaching in college. Stevens was the first coach in the history of college basketball to hire a statisticsbased assistant on his staff, drew cannon. Brad stevens is one of my favorite coaches for one of my favorite teams, the boston celtics. Mar 19, 2018 intro to advanced basketball analytics metrics effective field goal percentage efg%. Brad stevens defensive clinic notes mens basketball hoopscoop. Let me just start by saying, to be a successful basketball coach at the. Bradley kent stevens born october 22, 1976 is an american professional basketball coach and former collegiate player who is the head coach of the boston celtics of the national basketball association nba. Brad stevens, nba coaches carefully balance analytics, oldschool. Brad stevens, revered leaguewide for his basketball iq and expertise when it comes to drawing up aftertimeout plays, is in the upper echelon of nba coaches, and youd be. Effective field goal percentage is a metric that you may have occasionally encountered.
My son graduated from the same hs as brad stevens and is now a student at butler. He is now the heats director of basketball development and analytics. Are we ready to say that brad stevens is the best coach in. May 10, 2020 indianapolis brad stevens did not write the book on the butler way.
The notes came from a clinic that coach steven had spoke at and here, in one post, you can. Celtics coach brad stevens read the book several years ago, and he is a subscriber to that theory. Brad stevens 3 basketball positions philosophy basketball. Ten principles of coaching that serve brad stevens basketball. After his first two seasons with team resulted in respectable, but otherwise unspectacular results on that end of the floor, the. Larry bird, rajon rondo tripledoubles and young cs on rise tacko fall reading a childrens book to enes kanter is the best video youll watch today celtics talk podcast. Boston celtics coach brad stevens story isnt exactly. Joining brad stevens book club and praise for adam silvers handling of. Brad stevens said when his boston celtics meet via conference call, basketball matters are not the top priority. Brad stevens butler defense notes coach stevens big into the process, statistics, and numbers.
Brad stevens explains the crux of his coaching style. He will always remember the 2010 final four season and really enjoyed getting this book. Mckinseys michael chui and frank comes conducted the interviews. Jul 04, 20 brad stevens is a very progressive hiring for that reason. Coach stevens big into the process, statistics, and numbers. How brad stevens brought defense to boston in year 3 realgm. For the british film critic and novelist, see brad stevens writer. In the midst of a rebuilding season for the boston celtics, highlighted by constant roster turnover, head coach brad stevens has proved to be a stabilizing force for. I loved stevens insights on different lineup combinations and how he distributes minutes. Oh, brad stevens does love his numbers his college degree is in economics but more than that, he loves information. Mar 03, 2014 how numbers are adding to and dividing the nba. Brad stevens boston celtics playbook mens basketball hoopscoop. About the coaches coach schruender is a teacher in the saugus, ma school district and current varsity girls head coach for saugus high school. Brad stevens has emerged as one of the best coaches in the nba and arguably bostons safest asset.
The brad stevens defensive philosophy by bob starkey. Kanter said that unlike many nba players with sprawling home gyms. The 2014 sloan basketball analytics panel featured from l bryan colangelo, stan van gundy, steve kerr, brad stevens, mike zarren and zach lowe. Mar 11, 2014 increasingly, gms and coaches are employing advanced metrics and statistical techniques for scouting, drafting, trades, free agent acquisition and ingame strategy. Statistical analysis just part of brad stevenss game the boston. Brad stevens butler defense notes coach jacksons pages. How advanced metrics have revolutionized ncaa basketball. The inspiring life and leadership lessons of one of basketball s greatest young coaches, you will learn the story of one of basketball s young star coaches, brad stevens. Stevens is a basketball analytics disciple, using cuttingedge statistics to further educate himself on the game he so fervently wishes to master. Jul 12, 2017 brad stevens only thinks in 3 positions. Lineup analytics are the rage right now in the nba which is part of the reason why i so deeply believe in the work that the guys at group stats are doing in the college game. Jan 08, 2014 former butler bulldogs mens basketball coach brad stevens has had a lasting impact on the mens and womens program despite departing for the boston celtics. Since his introduction into the nba in 20, brad stevens has often been called as a basketball savant. Brad stevens defensive dna and 6 breakthrough basketball.
Oct 03, 20 oh, brad stevens does love his numbers his college degree is in economics but more than that, he loves information. He lives with his wife and three children in hooksett, new hampshire. Statistical analysis just part of brad stevenss game the. May 17, 2018 boston celtics head coach brad stevens crafts a play during a timeout in the first quarter of a game against the dallas mavericks on dec. Since stevens has been in boston, the celtics defense has improved. Popular sports analytics books meet your next favorite book. Brad stevens has brought defense back to the boston celtics. Apbrmetrics is a cousin to the study of baseball statistics, known as sabermetrics, and similarly takes its name from the acronym apbr, which stands for the association for professional basketball.
Nov 19, 2017 brad stevens explained the crux of his coaching style i think that you can really coach people, and be even more constructively critical, if youve shown that youre invested in them as a person. Mar 19, 2015 in the midst of a rebuilding season for the boston celtics, highlighted by constant roster turnover, head coach brad stevens has proved to be a stabilizing force for the franchise. The inspiring life and leadership lessons of one of basketballs greatest young coaches, you will learn the story of one of basketballs young star coaches, brad stevens. Subscribe to tytsports for more free sports news and content. Intro to advanced basketball analytics metrics effective field goal percentage efg%. For australian rules footballer, see brad stephens. I read a book about some of the great chess masters many years. Lineup analytics are the rage right now in the nba which is part of the reason why i so deeply believe in the work that the guys at group stats are doing in the college. Boston celtics aggressively have pursued it%2c all the way to hiring analyticsfriendly brad stevens.
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