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
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