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The Control Room with Esrael Yohannes

The Control Room with Esrael Yohannes

By: Esrael Yohannes
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 Welcome to The Control Room! This show breaks down NBA basketball using stats researched by graphics producer, Esrael Yohannes, providing a fresh take on the league through objective data and analysis. Special guests include fellow sports broadcasters, former professional athletes, and members of the Hall of Fame, where you will also learn about their careers in the sports broadcasting industry. If you know ball, or you want to know ball, this is the pod for you. This is an independent project and is not associated with the NBA, FanDuel Sports Network, or any other sports network.© 2023-2025 Esrael Yohannes Basketball
Episodes
  • S02E11 - The 2025 NBA Finals - Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Indiana Pacers

    S02E11 - The 2025 NBA Finals - Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Indiana Pacers
    Jun 6 2025

    The 2025 NBA Finals are set between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers. Esrael returns to break down how OKC and Indiana reached this point through their successful styles of play. He also gives his prediction of who will be crowned the 2025 NBA Champion.
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    28 mins
  • S02E10 - Why Luka's Return Was Better Than Wilt's + Pacers & Haliburton, Bulls' Finish & Final Play-In Games

    S02E10 - Why Luka's Return Was Better Than Wilt's + Pacers & Haliburton, Bulls' Finish & Final Play-In Games
    Apr 19 2025

    In this episode, Esrael breaks down Luka's historic return to Dallas and why he thinks ESPN missed out on a massive statistical opportunity. He also talks about how Luka's presence has helped the Lakers with their 3-PT shooting and overall offense. Then, he dives deep into the Indiana Pacers' surge since mid-December involving Tyrese Haliburton's improved play, as well as lays the Chicago Bulls to rest with a recap of their run in March & April. Finally, he gives his stats to watch for the final Play-In Tournament games before the 2025 NBA Playoffs are set.
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    48 mins
  • S02E09 - The Lakers' Brilliant Backcourt + Knicks' Minutes Problem & The Pistons' Arrival

    S02E09 - The Lakers' Brilliant Backcourt + Knicks' Minutes Problem & The Pistons' Arrival
    Apr 4 2025

    In the mad month that is March, the NBA had massive performance after massive performance. In this episode, Esrael breaks down the numbers for the high-scoring backcourt duo on the Los Angeles Lakers. Later, he looks to solve the mystery of why the New York Knicks are heavily relying on their starters, and he then embraces the arrival of the Detroit Pistons, led by newly-named All-Star Cade Cunningham.
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    35 mins

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