Join us for a deep dive into the new docuseries 'Court of Gold' on Netflix, highlighting the top international teams and Team USA's journey in the Paris Olympics. Our host, Mario Busto, teams up with Victor Lopez from the All Things Basketball podcast for an engaging discussion covering the first three episodes. From Kevin Durant's Olympic dominance to the intricate dynamics of international basketball, we leave no stone unturned. Tune in for an in-depth analysis, exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, and spirited debates on the future of Team USA basketball. Don't miss out—hit the subscribe button for more updates and episodes!
00:00 Introduction to the Series and Guest
00:27 Discussing the New Docu-Series 'Court of Gold'
01:00 Victor Lopez's Podcast Journey
01:30 Basketball Talk: Players, Teams, and Highlights
01:56 Challenges of Podcasting
02:39 Coffee Talk and NBA Finals Memories
03:27 Jimmy Butler and Team USA
06:17 Bogdanovic and International Players
08:15 The Impact of the Dream Team
17:05 Kevin Durant's Legacy and Olympic Contributions
27:08 The Evolution of Basketball Skills
34:10 Top NBA Players and Future Prospects
40:19 Feeling Lost in the NBA
40:38 Future of Team USA in the Olympics
42:30 France's Rising Basketball Talent
44:35 Challenges of Coaching Team USA
45:41 Debating Team USA's Roster Choices
51:31 International Basketball Rivals
01:02:18 Reflecting on the Olympic Documentary
01:12:24 Honorable Mentions and Respect for Obama
01:13:05 Future of Coaching: Who's Next After Kerr?
01:13:10 Goaded Coaching Staff and Documentary Insights
01:14:24 Desire for More Raw Footage
01:14:40 Comparing Sports Documentaries
01:15:00 Covering Multiple Nations in the Documentary
01:15:28 Lack of Practice Footage and Player Stories
01:15:40 The Importance of Behind-the-Scenes Footage
01:16:14 Journalists and Narratives in Sports Documentaries
01:17:11 Team USA's Coaching and Player Dynamics
01:17:50 Steve Kerr's Unique Journey
01:20:18 Serbia and France's Basketball Legacy
01:25:02 International Coaches in the NBA
01:27:42 The Spain Pick and Roll
01:28:50 Argentina and Canada's Olympic History
01:29:41 French Cooking Team and Player Nutrition
01:30:21 Hyperbaric Chambers and Recovery
01:31:00 Best Team of All Time Debate
01:37:28 Kobe Bryant's Legacy and Impact
01:42:32 Luka Doncic and the Mavericks' Future
01:44:37 Podcast Announcements and Closing Remarks
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