My Past Life as Sports Agent: Get Out of My Own Way
Former NBA agent Matt Babcock shares his story of working for Excel Sports Management early in his career.
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Matt Babcock
- Jun 26, 2020
- 4 min
My Past Life as a Sports Agent: The Real Beginning
Matt Babcock shares how he started at Excel Sports Management and began a career as a sports agent.
Jeremy Berman
- Jun 15, 2020
- 5 min
NBA Schedule Effects on Scouting Departments
Jeremy Berman breaks down the potential effects scouting departments could face with a dramatically different schedule.
Matt Babcock
- Apr 17, 2020
- 7 min
My Past Life as a Sports Agent: Ciao Means Hello and Goodbye
Matt Babcock shares his experience living in Bologna, Italy, working for a professional basketball team before becoming a sports agent.
Jason Filippi
- Apr 17, 2020
- 3 min
From France to the NBA: Killian Hayes on His Journey and Aspirations
Killian Hayes shares his journey from France to the NBA Draft, his basketball roots, playing style, and dreams of making it big in the NBA.
Matt Babcock
- Mar 26, 2020
- 8 min
Babcock Proud: A Tribute to Rob Babcock
A tribute to Rob Babcock, a beloved member of the Babcock family, celebrating his life, career in the NBA, and everlasting impact.
Terrance "Doc" Martin
- Mar 9, 2020
- 5 min
The Pride of the Crimson Tide, a Scouting Trip Home
Former NBA scout Terrance “Doc” Martin shares his experience of returning to the University of Alabama to evaluate prospect Kira Lewis Jr.
Jeremy Berman
- Mar 2, 2020
- 5 min
NBA Draft: The Hidden Cost of International Prospects
Jeremy Berman explores the contractual complications that can be presented when an international player is selected in the NBA Draft.
Matt Babcock
- Feb 18, 2020
- 3 min
Aaron Nesmith's Journey: From Underrated Recruit to NBA Draft Prospect
Vanderbilt's Aaron Nesmith: From underrated recruit to top NBA Draft prospect, his journey mirrors mentor Khris Middleton's path to success.
Jeremy Berman
- Jan 27, 2020
- 8 min
Thank You, Kobe.
Jeremy Berman asks our panel of basketball experts for their thoughts, memories, and lessons learned from basketball legend, Kobe Bryant.
Matt Babcock
- Jan 25, 2020
- 5 min
My Past Life as a Sports Agent: Bologna, Italy
Matt Babcock shares his experience of moving to Bologna, Italy, to work for a professional basketball team before becoming a sports agent.
Matt Babcock
- Dec 31, 2019
- 3 min
My Past Life as a Sports Agent: An Aspiring Coach Goes Abroad
After failing to land coaching jobs in the States, a young aspiring basketball coach, Matt Babcock, explores opportunities overseas.
Matt Babcock
- Dec 16, 2019
- 8 min
My Past Life as a Sports Agent: The 2006 NBA Draft
Former sports agent Matt Babcock peels back the curtain, giving a glimpse of his personal experiences working in the sports agency business.
Jeremy Berman
- Dec 9, 2019
- 6 min
NBA Draft: Same Pick, Different Values
Jeremy Berman breaks down the varied priorities NBA teams value when deciding what a draft pick is worth.
Matt Babcock
- Dec 3, 2019
- 6 min
Aloha from Maui: NBA Draft Prospects Edwards and Toppin Steal the Show
NBA Draft Analyst Matt Babcock evaluates top prospects Anthony Edwards and Obi Toppin during the 2019 Maui Invitational.
Matt Babcock
- Nov 25, 2019
- 4 min
My Past Life as a Sports Agent: Going to California
Former NBA agent Matt Babcock describes his move to California to pursue his dreams and begin his career of working in basketball.
Jeremy Berman
- Nov 11, 2019
- 5 min
NBA-China Dispute: What is the Potential Effect on the Salary Cap?
Jeremy Berman breaks down the potential effect on the NBA salary cap from the ongoing dispute with China.
Matt McKay Jr.
- Nov 5, 2019
- 7 min
The Necessary Balance of Scouting
Former NBA scout, Matt McKay, outlines the necessary balance of scouting.
Matt Babcock
- Oct 14, 2019
- 4 min
Vols, Recruits, and Southern Hospitality: My Trip to Knoxville, Tennessee
NBA Draft Analyst Matt Babcock shares his insights from a scouting trip to Tennessee, where he evaluates top basketball prospects.
Matt Babcock
- Aug 14, 2019
- 5 min
Three Days with Gerald Oliver
An aspiring basketball player learns invaluable lessons from a veteran coach, gaining crucial insights about mental toughness and execution.
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