Guest: Phill Pressey, Boston Celtics Assistant Coach In this week’s coaching conversation, Boston Celtics Performance Enhancement Coach Phil Pressey joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on transitioning from player to coach, and applying skill acquisition ideas. Known for his strategic mind and ability to develop players, Phil is a rising star in the coaching world. After serving as a graduate assistant at Missouri, he joined the Celtics’ coaching staff in 2023, bringing his court vision and leadership to the sidelines. Phil’s basketball roots run deep. The son of former NBA player and coach Paul Pressey, Phil has basketball in his DNA. His playing career began at the University of Missouri, where he set records for assists and steals, earning First-Team All-SEC honors in 2013. Despite going undrafted in the 2013 NBA Draft, his tenacity and skill earned him a spot with the Boston Celtics, where he played as a point guard. His professional career also included stints with the Philadelphia 76ers, Phoenix Suns, and several international teams. Breakdown: 01:01 Transition from Player to Coach 02:09 Mentorship and Learning 03:35 Innovative Coaching Techniques 06:40 Enhancing Basketball IQ 07:30 The Importance of Scanning 10:52 Film Study and Player Development 13:37 Roles and Responsibilities 16:42 Challenges in Transitioning to Coaching 20:53 Balancing Practice Techniques 22:53 Coaching Summer League: Insights and Challenges 23:53 The Importance of Player Feedback 25:34 Balancing Feedback and Player Independence 28:23 Empowering Players Through Communication 30:34 The Role of Reading and Continuous Learning 36:0 Developing Point Guard Skills 37:48 Adapting to Modern Basketball Chris Oliver / Basketball Immersion Website: http://basketballimmersion.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bballimmersion?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/basketballimmersion Immersion Videos: Check out all our all-access practice and specialty clinics: https://www.immersionvideos.com