Liberty wing and NBA Draft prospect Kyle Rode
Podcast |
Bleav in Wizards
Publisher |
Bleav
Media Type |
audio
Categories Via RSS |
Basketball
Sports
Publication Date |
Apr 26, 2024
Episode Duration |
00:36:22

0:00 - Intro

1:21 - Rode on his master’s degree & Liberty education

2:07 - Kyle’s takeaways & experience at the Portsmouth Invitational Tournament

10:40 - Transitioning from the college 3pt line to the NBA line

12:02 - Communication with NBA scouts and execs

13:12 - What role can Rode play on an NBA team?

14:27 - Developing his passing abilities

15:56 - Kyle’s versatility on the court

17:11 - Targeting the rim when shooting

19:24 - Maintaining loyalty in the transfer portal era

21:06 - Rode talks about Liberty's Coach McKay

22:11 - Toughness at the college and NBA level

23:36 - Growth & improvement post-college

25:10 - The impact of spacing on shooting

26:17 - Rodes’ relationship with Brogan Parsons

29:04 - Rapid fire questions

33:55 - Social media plug

 

Kyle Rode is a 6'7 sharpshooting wing from Liberty. He spent all five years of his college career at Liberty, a rare feat in today's era, and shot 39% from three during that time. This past season he averaged 14 points, 5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists. Rode recently participated in the Portsmouth Invitation Tournament so he fills us in on that experience, what the pre-draft process is like, interviewing and working out for NBA teams, what he thinks his role would be at the next level. Tune in for great insights on how a player transitions to pro basketball and even some good tips on how to be a better shooter. Presented by betonline.ag!

0:00 - Intro

1:21 - Rode on his master’s degree & Liberty education

2:07 - Kyle’s takeaways & experience at the Portsmouth Invitational Tournament

10:40 - Transitioning from the college 3pt line to the NBA line

12:02 - Communication with NBA scouts and execs

13:12 - What role can Rode play on an NBA team?

14:27 - Developing his passing abilities

15:56 - Kyle’s versatility on the court

17:11 - Targeting the rim when shooting

19:24 - Maintaining loyalty in the transfer portal era

21:06 - Rode talks about Liberty's Coach McKay

22:11 - Toughness at the college and NBA level

23:36 - Growth & improvement post-college

25:10 - The impact of spacing on shooting

26:17 - Rodes’ relationship with Brogan Parsons

29:04 - Rapid fire questions

33:55 - Social media plug

 

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