The NBA is Exploring Expansion: Notes From Vegas + Nick Lagios on Global Hoops

Danny starts with his notes from Vegas and his takeaways from Adam Silver's annoucnemet that the NBA is exploring expansion. Who he talked to, what he heard and what to expect. Next, he interviews Nick Lagios shares his journey in international basketball, focusing on his experiences in Mexico City as a general manager and his insights into the growth of basketball in the region. He discusses the challenges and opportunities of introducing basketball to a market dominated by soccer and baseball, the differences in coaching styles between the NBA and international leagues, and the potential for NBA expansion into Mexico. Lagios emphasizes the importance of cultural perspectives in sports and the rising interest in basketball in Mexico, highlighting the passion of fans and the talent present in local leagues.

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The NBA is Exploring Expansion: Notes From Vegas + Nick Lagios on Global Hoops is an episode from Iconic Sonics by Truth+Media.

This episode is 43:57 long.

This episode was published on Jul 17, 2025.

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