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Featuring renowned basketball skills trainer Milton Chavis of MDW basketball and NBA Finals referee James "Gucci" Williams. Hosted by RefMasters Co-Founder and CEO Sony Tiwari. Where elite skills and Rule IQ meet.

Episodios

  1. Ep 11. Hurricane Milton

    11/10/2024

    Ep 11. Hurricane Milton

    A short handed crew delivers with help from the live studio audience. Milton talks through a new concept that has many referees calling travel. A few seasoned referees debate a new move by James Harden. Milton and Sony ponder how long it may take for some previously unseen footwork to make it to the league. Milton previews a new program he's launching soon. Sony ends the pod early to bag up debris from the storm.

    31 min
  2. Ep 10. The Dark Side

    30/09/2024

    Ep 10. The Dark Side

    WNBA player Linnae Harper bolsters the discussion with her expertise and passion for the game. Milton and Linnae debate physicality on a flagrant foul call, and footwork on a drive to the ball. Chip tries to recruit Linnae into officiating, ie "The Dark Side". Milton makes the case for the importance of players learning the rules. Linnae sheds light on what many officials may not understand. Sony listens. 02:06 The Transition from Player to Referee 03:33 Understanding Physicality in Women's Basketball 11:28 Analyzing Flagrant Fouls and Player Perspectives 14:31 Breaking Down Traveling Violations 17:06 The Evolution of Footwork Violations 23:53 Communication Between Players and Referees 28:45 The Importance of Rule Knowledge 39:34 Screening and Defensive Strategies 56:01 High IQ Plays and Game Management

    1 h y 10 min
  3. Ep 9. Marc Davis gives Milton his Flowers

    13/09/2024

    Ep 9. Marc Davis gives Milton his Flowers

    Marc Davis (NBA referee) and Chip Clark (Deep Dive Ref, Orlando Magic) join the crew. Milton runs out of game film to watch and resorts to analyzing 2k25. Marc explains his litmus test for determining when the gather occurs, and shares a story about one of the greatest ball handlers of all time. Chip explains an interesting rules difference between levels of play while breaking down a hop-step. The crew agrees on an offensive foul at LA Fitness that was perhaps a flagrant. Sony cracks a few jokes. 05:45 Analyzing Classic Basketball Plays 08:50 Understanding Traveling Violations 11:34 The Importance of Rule Education 14:54 Exploring the Euro Step and Legal Moves 17:47 Referee Perspectives on Game Mechanics 20:42 The Role of Fitness in Officiating 23:43 Engaging with the Audience: Q&A 26:41 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

    1 h y 1 min
  4. Ep 8. Thou Shall Not Drag the Pivot Foot

    09/09/2024

    Ep 8. Thou Shall Not Drag the Pivot Foot

    The crew discuss a step through from Luka, with particular attention given to the pivot foot. The Milton breaks down a creative play from Bones Hyland and gives him some flowers. Gucci explains a crazy example of illegally assisting a teammate. Milton and Gucci agree on a flop, and Sony surprisingly nails the explanation of the incorrect call. 00:00 Analyzing Basketball Plays: Skill and Craftiness 03:36 Challenges of Determining Legality in Real-Time 07:28 The Importance of Understanding the Rules1 2:38 Consistency in Officiating: Maintaining Flow and Enjoyment 14:36 The Concept of Legal Assists: Restrictions on Assisting Teammates 28:46 Understanding Offensive Fouls and Contact Plays 29:54 Debating the Legality of Offensive Fouls 31:22 The Concept of 'To and Through' 32:45 The Role of Referee Mechanics and Positioning 38:54 Exploring the Possibility of a Four-Point Shot 46:11 The Four-Point Shot in the Philippines 47:04 Different Perspectives on the Four-Point Shot 50:00 Closing Remarks

    52 min
  5. Ep 7: The NBA New Ball of 2006

    11/07/2024

    Ep 7: The NBA New Ball of 2006

    The crew breaks down rules related to ball control in determining possession. Milton and Gucci agree on a missed self pass and an axis point travel. Gucci highlights the challenges officials face with split-second decisions and obstructed views. Milton searches for ways to exploit referee weak spots on the court. Sony reminisces about short sleeve jerseys and the NBA New Ball of 2006. 03:11 The Role of Defenders in Assessing Controlled Taps 08:56 The Importance of the Gather in Determining Possession 13:03 The Debate on Short Sleeve Jerseys in Basketball 25:10 Minimizing Guessing and the Importance of Off-Ball Action 29:14 Exploiting Weak Spots: Strategies Used by Players 34:18 The Importance of Footwork and Travel Calls 43:00 The Challenges of Blocked Vision and Unfair Grading

    47 min

  6. 25/06/2024

    Ep 6: A Push In The Back?

    The crew revisits The NBA Finals and the Lakers coaching hire. Milton and James disagree about PJ Washington's push in the back, but agree Payton Pritchard did not travel on his half-court buzzer beater. Milton breaks down a play never seen before. James gives to flowers to a young player's footwork. A very special guest calls in to correct Sony. 01:03 Staying Engaged in Blowout Games 09:31 PJ Washington No-Call in The NBA Finals 21:13 Peyton Pritchard's Half-Court Buzzer Beater 31:09 Breaking Down a Unique Play 37:30 Milton Corrects Improper Footwork 45:20 An Obvious Travel? 50:37 NBA Finals Referee Josh Tiven

    55 min
  7. Ep 5: There's No Script

    07/06/2024

    Ep 5: There's No Script

    The crew ponders whether championship level basketball is officiated differently. Milton dissects contact plays featuring Jalen Brunson and Lu Dort. Gucci shrugs off conspiracy theories about The NBA being scripted. The crew laughs at a few youth-level flops, and gets a bit more serious about the recent WNBA conversation. 01:38 Championship-Level Games and Officiating 13:16 Understanding Legal Guarding Position 26:34 The Illegal Act of Stealing the Jump Ball 28:36 Understanding the Nuances of Basketball Plays 37:39 The Deceptive Nature of Flops 41:14 The Caitlin Clark Incident 46:24 Toughening Up and Adapting in the Game 49:00 Appreciating the Women's Game in the WNBA

    52 min
  8. Ep 4: Does That Count?

    31/05/2024

    Ep 4: Does That Count?

    The team encounters a few highly unusual plays they've never seen before. Milton breaks down some recent Luka magic. James explains his thought process during a recent Knicks/Pacers skirmish. Milton and James discuss the use of Hawkeye technology on a KAT basket interference. Sony changes the episode theme while recording. 00:00 The Empathy Gap and Pressure on Referees 31:31 The Art of Officiating: Making Accurate Calls 35:18 Interpreting Unusual Plays: The Ball Hitting the Net 46:44 Understanding the Step-Through Move: Rules and Competitive Advantage

    55 min
  9. Ep 3: An Imperfect Game

    06/05/2024

    Ep 3: An Imperfect Game

    James notices Milton's influence while officiating a recent playoff game. The crew discusses a pair of missed calls from the playoffs and the comparison of players from different eras. Sony compares hoopers with cars and mathematicians. Milton makes a passionate case for imperfection in the game. 00:00 The Divide Between Basketball Eras 10:14 Analyzing Basketball Plays 15:00 Challenges Faced by Referees 26:52 Closeouts and Defensive Discipline 28:42 Analyzing Travel Calls 32:29 Working on Fundamental Plays and Footwork 35:10 Referee Coverage and Nuances 39:02 Understanding Referees' Perspectives 44:33 Promoting Empathy and Respect 48:13 Encouraging More People to Become Referees 51:25 Improving Content Delivery and Conversation

    53 min

  10. 15/04/2024

    Ep 2: The Illegal Screen

    The crew disagrees on the infamous end of Iowa vs UConn, but agrees on lowered shoulders. Gucci senses Milton's influence during an NBA game. Milton shares the true motivation behind his content. Speeding tickets and bright sneakers come up yet AGAIN. Sony names another Milton move. 00:00 Introduction and NCAA Tournament Recap 09:34 Controversial Play and Subjectivity of Officiating 25:30 The Difference Between College and NBA Level of Play 37:23 Understanding Legal Guarding Position 53:27 The Power of Dialogue and Open-Mindedness

    57 min

  11. 04/04/2024

    Ep 1: How Long Can You Self-Tap The Ball?

    The crew debates a Hezigod play and agrees on Jordan Poole's sneakers. Milton breaks down his latest creation and causes James to ponder retirement. Sony forgets to press the record button. 00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties 01:27 Purpose of the Podcast 06:20 Analyzing a Traveling Call in a Lakers Game 08:51 The Importance of Not Guessing as an Official 09:51 The Triple Threat Position and Footwork 13:01 The Evolution of Unorthodox Moves in Basketball 22:47 The Legality of Tapping the Ball 27:09 The Gray Area of Traveling Calls 28:24 The 'Milton Tip Tap Board Bap' Play 29:38 The Difficulty of Officiating Unique Plays 33:11 The Traveling Debate on Jordan Poole's Play 44:09 Traveling and Footwork 48:10 Basketball Rules and Sneakers 52:12 Unwritten Rules of Basketball 59:22 Footwork and Defense 01:11:26 Officiating Contact and Physicality

    1 h y 30 min
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Featuring renowned basketball skills trainer Milton Chavis of MDW basketball and NBA Finals referee James "Gucci" Williams. Hosted by RefMasters Co-Founder and CEO Sony Tiwari. Where elite skills and Rule IQ meet.

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