NBA Analytics - Evolution and Impact in Professional Sports

Explore the evolution of sports analytics and its impact on professional teams in this 30-minute episode of Data Brew. Join Alexander Powell as he delves into the world of NBA analytics, discussing cultural differences, data sharing practices, and the challenges faced by small market teams. Discover how streaming data and advanced technologies are shaping the future of sports analysis, and learn about the implications for player health, aging, and team strategies. Gain insights into the analytics hiring process, career paths in sports data, and the potential for transferring skills across different sports. Whether you're a sports enthusiast or a data professional, this talk offers valuable perspectives on the intersection of data science and professional athletics.

Intro
Meet Alexander Powell
Evolution of Sports Analytics
Cultural Differences
Sharing Insights
Challenges for Small Markets
NBA Data Sharing
Streaming Data
What Teams Want
Analytics for College Sports
Data Team Travel
Data Chips
Player Health and Aging
Impact on Players
Hiring Process
Career Path
Definition of Analytics
Can you jump from one sport to another
Human transfer learning
Final thoughts