Pro Basketball Today with Coach Young

With the NBA trade deadline just one week away, on this episode, Coach James Young gives you a list players that could get traded, some include former All Star players that you don’t want to miss. Next, Rockets forward Cam Whitmore has been catching fire recently, putting double-digit points especially in the month of January. What should Houston do to help him be a better scorer in the league? In...

As the All-Star break approaches in the NBA, Coach James Young recaps the historic outing of Luka Doncic’s 73-point game against the Hawks. He also talks about the OKC Thunder, a team that is currently at the top spot of the Western Conference standings. What are the ceilings for both the Mavericks and the Thunder as the season continues? Next, in college basketball, Coach has a big discussion on...

Major news in the Bucks organization as the team fires former head coach Adrian Griffin and then one day later, hires Doc Rivers. On this episode, Coach James Young reacts to what went down in Milwaukee and what’s the future for Giannis and the team for the rest of the season. Next, the Heat acquired Terry Rozier from three Hornets in exchange for Kyle Lowry and a first round pick. Coach explains...

As the All Star break draws closer and we are about to be halfway into the NBA season, on this episode, Coach James Young discusses three teams in the league on how the odds stack up in terms of their current wins totals. Could each of those teams go over or under their projected number? Next, Knicks PG Jalen Brunson has been flourishing in the Big Apple. Is there consideration for him to win the...

Big trading news as Pascal Siakam gets traded to the Pacers. On this episode, Coach James Young goes over the trade in detail and what the Raptors and Pacers futures are going forward. Next, with Ja Morant out for the rest of the season  and the entire team being banged up with injuries, Coach wonders how Memphis can get back into playoff contention. In addition, the Rockets are slipping a bit as...

The time is ticking for the Lakers as they have been struggling to win games as this NBA continues. In this episode, Coach James Young talks about what LA and also the Orlando Magic need to do to make a run for the playoffs as the All-Star break comes closer. Next, the Pistons and Wizards make a four-player trade along with a couple of second-round picks, Coach tries to understand why this trade w...

Major news for the Clippers as All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard signs a contract extension reportedly worth $153 million on a three-year deal. On this episode, Coach James Young talks about how will Kawhi’s extension have an effect on the Clippers’ future. In addition, he gives you a list of six players that could be moved to different teams before the trade deadline. Coach, then, switches to colleg...

We are a few games past the trade between the Raptors and Knicks, on this episode, Coach James Young recaps the impressive starts for OG Anunoby, RJ Barrett, and Immanuel Quickley on their new respective teams. In addition, Coach discusses where Raptors forward Pascal Siakam should be traded. Coach, then, goes on to talk about what the Nets and Hawks need to do to get back into playoff contention...

On this special episode, Coach James Young talks with college basketball insider and the co-founder of the Field of 68, Jeff Goodman. Coach goes over some of the conferences and asks Goodman who will win. In addition, Goodman gives you his teams to make it to the Final Four and to win the national title.

The first major trade this season in the NBA has happened between the Raptors and Knicks. On this episode, Coach James Young recaps the entire trade in detail and discusses why it benefits both teams, especially with the impactful play of O.G. Anunoby on the Knicks and Immanuel Quickley on the Raptors. The Pistons have broken there long losing streak and Coach believes they are not the worst team...

Can Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets repeat as NBA Championship? Coach James Young gives you his thoughts on how Denver is performing this season. In addition, he explains what the Raptors and Jazz need to get back into playoff contention. Lastly, Coach goes over Week 8’s AP Top 25 Mens college basketball rankings and why he believes that Purdue is not the best team in the country.

We have a Christmas special for you as Coach James Young runs through each of the NBA teams and what each of them need as the season goes on. Whether that’s bench depth, more effort from a specific player, or make a trade happen, Coach will give his list and yes, he made sure he checked it twice for you.

Everything is heating up in the NBA as, on this episode, Coach James Young discusses why Knicks guard Jalen Guard is considered the best acquisition from this past free agency. In addition, Coach talks about the struggles in both Atlanta and Phoenix and how both teams can improve as the season goes on. Also, he goes over the dynamic duo of Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic and how far they c...

Grizzlies guard Ja Morant is making his return from his 25-game suspension, on this episode, Coach James Young wonders if Memphis can still make a push for a playoff spot with Morant coming back to the lineup. In addition, the Clippers are on a hot streak as of late. Coach discusses why this season can be the team’s chance to be a serious title contender. Also, he breaks down the progression of th...

We are diving into college basketball for both women’s and men’s as Coach James Young goes over some of the men’s basketball teams that have been very impressive to start the season, while talking about teams are raising concerns come March Madness. In addition, Coach gives you his top 5 greatest women’s basketball players of all-time as well as some honorable mention. Do you agree with his list?

The NBA In-Season Tournament has concluded as the Lakers win over the Pacers. On this episode, Coach James Young recaps cup final and what it can mean for the Lakers when the postseason playoffs come around. In addition, he discusses which team in the In-Season Tournament will not likely have a successful rest of the season. Coach will also take a look at how the rookies, such as Victor Wembenyama...

Only four teams remain in the In-Season Tournament and on this episode Coach James Young recaps the quarterfinals and previews the semifinal round. In addition, he discusses why the Pelicans have been performing well throughout the season and in the tournament. Pistons - we didn’t forget about you - Coach goes through why the Pistons have awful so far. Coach will give you his pick for the Most Imp...

The In-Season Tournament is finally here and on this episode, Coach James Young discusses each matchup and who will win it all. In addition, he discusses the great start for the Milwaukee Bucks and how Damian Lillard has been fitting with the team but expresses concerns as the season goes along. Coach also explains why the Pacers have been dominant in scoring the ball - will it help them when the...

The NBA In-Season Tournament Bracket is set and Coach James Young shares his thoughts about why Commissioner Adam Silver and the league did a great job with the constructing the tournament. Coaches and players had game plans for each game of the tournament, which made it more entertaining.  Coach will also give you his top 10 NBA players so far this season. Do you agree with his list? 

With the crazy continuation of the NBA and college basketball seasons, Coach James Young discusses why the OKC Thunder and Orlando Magic have been two of the better teams in the NBA so far and why the chase for more championships in Golden State might be over for the Warriors.  In addition, Coach goes over the PAC-12 and why he believes that USC is the team to beat in the conference. Also, he talk...

It’s going down with college basketball and Coach James Young. Coach goes through each of the big conferences in college basketball such as the ACC, BIG 10, BIG EAST, SEC, and others discussing the odds-on favorites to win each conference, but also who he thinks will actually win and which teams are a sleeper picks.  In addition, Coach will give his early picks for the Final Four - you may, or may...

Will Wizards guard Jordan Poole be on another team very soon? How far can the Miami Hurricanes go when March Madness arrives? Is Paige Bueckers the best women’s college basketball player in the country? In this episode, Coach James Young discusses why the Houston Rockets and center Alperen Sengun has been doing very well this season, why Jordan Poole is not a great fit with the Wizards, and why th...

It’s time for college basketball talk with Coach James Young, who brings along Fox Sports Broadcaster and Reporter John Fanta. Coach chats with Fanta about multiple topics including recapping the 11/13 Michigan vs St. John’s game, Villanova expectations this season, and how underrated Marquette head coach Shaka Smart is.  Also, Coach asks John if the Big Ten Conference teams can step up when March...

As the NBA and college basketball season is underway, Coach James Young shares his biggest takes on topics such as why Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards is a dark horse for MVP, why Cavaliers big men Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley don’t work, and why James Harden leaving the 76ers was the best move for the team. In addition, Coach goes on to talk about how to handle Victor Wembanyama's minutes, an...

Dive into the latest basketball trends, as Coach dissects topics like the Grizzlies' concerns, the erratic performances of Julius Randle and Mitchell Robinson of the Knicks, promising young teams making waves, and his reservations about the Celtics and Bucks. The podcast also provides valuable betting insights, such as a nugget on Victor Wembanyama's points props. Additionally, it explores the pro...