Ben Kaplan @bkaplan4
Author of Pipeline to the Pros: How D3, Small-College Nobodies Rose to Rule the NBA (4/16/24) amazon.com/Pipeline-Pros-… Chicago Joined October 2010-
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1. I would wish that person lots of luck (they would need it) 2. My book has a long chapter that’s basically the prequel - about how the Spurs became an incubator for coaching/exec talent (Presti, Hardy, Bud) amazon.com/Pipeline-Pros-…
1. I would wish that person lots of luck (they would need it) 2. My book has a long chapter that’s basically the prequel - about how the Spurs became an incubator for coaching/exec talent (Presti, Hardy, Bud) amazon.com/Pipeline-Pros-…
This is a big reason why D3 players have so much success as coaches. In the fall and spring, they’re the ones leading the workouts. NBA assts who run individual workouts learned those skills by putting their D3 teammates thru drills in the offseason. #d3hoops
This is a big reason why D3 players have so much success as coaches. In the fall and spring, they’re the ones leading the workouts. NBA assts who run individual workouts learned those skills by putting their D3 teammates thru drills in the offseason. #d3hoops
Reminiscent of one of the great early NBA YouTube clips - “Tim Duncan drinks bad Gatorade” m.youtube.com/watch?v=5trBOs…
Reminiscent of one of the great early NBA YouTube clips - “Tim Duncan drinks bad Gatorade” m.youtube.com/watch?v=5trBOs…
Breaking news: Jersey Guy enjoys chapter entitled “Jersey Guys”
Breaking news: Jersey Guy enjoys chapter entitled “Jersey Guys”
Sam Presti’s teammates at Emerson remember him as serious, driven, and purposeful. After missing most of a season w injuries and seeing teammates cope w personal tragedy, Sam rallied the group by writing an agreement to confirm their commitment to next season. A true leader.
Finally had time this AM to start Pipeline to the Pros, written by former @AmherstMBball teammate @bkaplan4. JVG’s line in the Foreword gave me chills, “what most people don’t understand is that the pain of losing & the joy of winning are no different in the NBA or D3.” #d3hoops
Listen to Andy. His knowledge of ball is not limited to the white, dimpled variety.
Listen to Andy. His knowledge of ball is not limited to the white, dimpled variety.
Excited to read this book from @bkaplan4 & @DannyParkins Thanks @richarddeitsch for your podcast to help promote this. Got it next day off Amazon Always looking for a good basketball book to read each offseason.
Wow. “The Presti Letter” was part of our research for Pipeline to the Pros (top selling new sports book on Amazon, btw). Even though they didn’t reference the book it’s still so cool to hear @BillSimmons & @ryenarussillo discuss our research @bkaplan4.
Wow. “The Presti Letter” was part of our research for Pipeline to the Pros (top selling new sports book on Amazon, btw). Even though they didn’t reference the book it’s still so cool to hear @BillSimmons & @ryenarussillo discuss our research @bkaplan4.
This kind of thing trickled down to lower levels too. Sam Presti’s Emerson team shaved their heads for the 99-00 postseason. Fun story about that in our book.
This kind of thing trickled down to lower levels too. Sam Presti’s Emerson team shaved their heads for the 99-00 postseason. Fun story about that in our book.
Advice for Student Athletes from @bkaplan4👇 1. Take interesting classes Worry less about your GPA and challenge yourself with classes you want to try 2. "GCF" - Good clean fun (@CoachBFen) Attend an event (arts, speaker, other team sport, etc.) that isn't your sport
Brunson’s career has been incredible. Just a winner. The Illinois State Semis game where had 56 but lost to Jahlil Okafor (33 pts on 15 shots!) is one of the guttiest performances I can remember.
Brunson’s career has been incredible. Just a winner. The Illinois State Semis game where had 56 but lost to Jahlil Okafor (33 pts on 15 shots!) is one of the guttiest performances I can remember.
Good morning let's cleanse my feed of Pipeline to the Pros promotion with a picture of a flexing Jeff Van Gundy from the 1984 Nazareth College yearbook. Pressing the bicep against the chest for a little added pop...expert technique.
🤔 now that’s saying something… plus, all teams use ideas by our guy @DeanO_Lytics of @CaltechMBB — well done @bkaplan4 & @DannyParkins 🏀
🤔 now that’s saying something… plus, all teams use ideas by our guy @DeanO_Lytics of @CaltechMBB — well done @bkaplan4 & @DannyParkins 🏀
As an aspiring coach with no NBA connections, reading Pipeline to the Pros is informative and encouraging. Enjoying it. #D3 #basketball #goodreads #myturn #Believe
Incredible Sam Presti content
Incredible Sam Presti content
Pipeline to the Pros is now a Certified Amazon Bestseller! Add this title to your shelf now: buff.ly/4atKNiC @DannyParkins @bkaplan4 #ncaa #basketball #d3 #nba #newbook #bestseller #coaching
Important detail on @DannyParkins' new book, released this week: He is donating a portion of all sales to brain cancer research. Great read. Great cause.
Important detail on @DannyParkins' new book, released this week: He is donating a portion of all sales to brain cancer research. Great read. Great cause.
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Blessed that my best friend & brother @tarria33 played on that team. I got to know those guys well. Some of the most loyal & stand up guys you can meet!!! Never seen a group of guys bond together like that team!!! They are still family today!!! #hanksboys
Sam Presti’s teammates at Emerson remember him as serious, driven, and purposeful. After missing most of a season w injuries and seeing teammates cope w personal tragedy, Sam rallied the group by writing an agreement to confirm their commitment to next season. A true leader.
@DannyParkins @bkaplan4 book ordered. Looking forward to it
If you haven't purchased a copy yet, you can buy local here in KC from @RainyDayBooks below: Don't forget, a portion of proceeds go towards brain cancer research, in memory of @DannyParkins' older brother, Brad. rainydaybooks.com/book/978163727…
What are some of @DannyParkins' greatest stories from his time in KC & "The Drive?" How does his new book, "Pipeline to the Pros," connect with his late father and brother? Here's a little "Best of" with my guy on #21Questions on @KCSportsNetwork 👇 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/21-…
This is awesome!!! Good work!
@clarkmatthews @DylanBuckingham It’s real (and spectacular). He went by both last names at the time…like he was “Presti” on the college basketball roster but “Prestigiacomo” in his yearbook graduation picture
No one should have to pay thousands of dollars to get reliable information about recruiting/admissions
@AndyTFE @bkaplan4 @DannyParkins @blaplan4 is your D3 lefty’s favorite D3 lefty
@wildjays @bkaplan4 @DannyParkins @richarddeitsch Just got my copy today, I'm anxious to dig in
Sharing this one more time. Win or lose, votes were never going to define what this season – and the past two years – meant for Coby White.
In 2017, Coby White lost his father. In 2020, he lost himself. This season, Coby found his way back — on the court and, more importantly, off it. On redefining success and choosing joy and growing into a man his dad would be proud to meet: chicagotribune.com/2024/03/17/chi…
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@richarddeitsch @roonicas ha, i didn't even notice that. but that is pretty funny. ben will appreciate it.
Over the last decade, there is probably no player where the gap between popular opinion and oncourt impact diverge more (in the positive direction at least) than Gobert.
In an anonymous player poll, Rudy Gobert was voted most overrated player in the league. Once upon a time, I might have agreed. Seeing him up close, the example he sets, the impact he has, how much he cares shows he’s not overrated. He’s essential. theathletic.com/5434633/2024/0…
Proud of my friends Ben and Danny who are now published authors in addition to a great many other things. Do yourself a favor and buy one for the sports fans in your life. amazon.com/Pipeline-Pros-…
As Danny said, it’s been a long journey. Excited to finally get this out into the world.
It's feedback like this that makes it all worth it We're here to help, ask away!
What a find. This is cool. I'm excited to read this book when the NBA season winds down!
While researching Pipeline to the Pros, we found the earliest document of Sam Presti's team-building philosophy - a letter to the editor in the Boston Globe on 4/10/94. Presti argued it was time to "clean house," "clear salary room," and draft JKidd He was just 16 years old.
@bkaplan4 Well I already know how lucky OKC is to have Presti, so here we are.
I will live and die by Presti's team-building philosophy my goat :')
While researching Pipeline to the Pros, we found the earliest document of Sam Presti's team-building philosophy - a letter to the editor in the Boston Globe on 4/10/94. Presti argued it was time to "clean house," "clear salary room," and draft JKidd He was just 16 years old.
This is a bar of a tweet lol
A second straight season-ending loss in Miami isn't the type of continuity the Bulls sought. And now comes an offseason where change must happen. Column for @NBCSChicago: nbcsportschicago.com/nba/chicago-bu…
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