In this episode of the Hoopwise Podcast, hosts Ethan Fuller and Steve Hewitt dive deep into the basketball scene in New England with special guest Vinh Bui. They explore Vin's significant impact on the Boston City basketball community, his experiences with Shooting Touch, and his coaching journey at Nobles and other institutions. The conversation takes a personal turn as Vin shares insights about his niece, Christina Pham, and the relationships and challenges that shape inner-city Boston basketball culture. They also discuss the impact of three-point shooting and analytics on modern basketball, highlighting both positive changes and potential drawbacks. The episode wraps up with a fun segment, 'Full Court Press,' where the hosts and Vin share their thoughts on favorite non-star players. Topics 00:24 Guest Introduction: Vin Bui's Impact on Boston Basketball 01:01 Vinh Bui's Hong Kong Experience 03:16 Nobles Basketball Success and Challenges 07:12 Coaching Philosophy and Player Development 15:09 Building an Independent Program: Shooting Touch 22:56 Game Planning and Toughest Opponents 26:31 Looking Ahead: Future Prospects and Personal Reflections 33:09 Reflecting on Parental Influence in Sports 33:44 Balancing Support and Criticism 34:43 Coaching Philosophy and Responsibilities 37:18 Challenges of Growing Up in Boston 41:13 Community and Basketball in Boston 44:26 Christina's Basketball Journey and Aspirations 49:13 The Impact of the Three-Point Revolution 53:45 Analytics in Basketball: Boon or Bane? 57:27 Favorite Non-Star Players 01:02:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts