The No Chill Podcast

On this episode of the No Chill Podcast, we get hyped for for the start of the basketball season as Gil takes us inside what players of all levels need to be focused on for training camp.We get into how when players return to their teams from the summer, it creates an ultra competitive environment with roster spots on the line and positions on the depth chart up for grabs. Gil explains why the best want a shot at the best, not only to find out how they measure up against each other, but to also make themselves better. Every team, from the those in a rebuild, to those coming off a tough playoff loss or even defending a championship, there are pressures and narratives that can make or break you...starting in training camp.

On this episode of the No Chill Podcast, we’re back in the gym, as Gil jumps in on a skills workout. From the mentality you should have stepping on the court, to the mindset it takes to not only build on your skills, but to also translate the technique to game situations -- it’s an inside look at next level preparation.Gil is on the court breaking down the training details as you would want to learn from a player who knows how to be effective at the highest level. He also explains the approach necessary to work from being an average player to an exceptional player. It really is in the desire, the work ethic and learning from your training sessions that will translate to making in-game reactions second nature. For both players and coaches, Gil offers up teaching and learning points to make the skill work “next level” effective. As the session finishes, Gil points to the work you should put in to prepare to go against different looks, different matchups, and ways to out smart the opposition. Then, we talk to Dash about how the role of the skills trainer has been elevated.  For him it’s the creativity that takes place in the lab, but that will only happen when a player is ready and willing to develop their game. As Gil points out, it also takes dedication to committing the extra hours on the court that will translate to taking your game to another level. So...there’s a lot to learn on this one, so get your notebook ready as Agent Zero trains the trainer. 

Hitting court as we go inside Gil’s mind to understand how he sees the floor, reads defense and decides the most effective way to score the basketball. Hibachi breaks down how to get to the best shot against any type of defender, in any game situation.And then Agent Zero explains how he was able to use one play to set up several more on the way to scoring in bunches against some of the best defenders in the NBA. Gil also looks at some of the up and comers like Giannis, Brandon Ingram and Lonzo Ball, and has some ideas for them to add to their games...bringing their offensive production to another level.

Gil looks back on his exit from Golden State and his arrival in Washington. He recalls a few other teams that could have been for Agent Zero...and yes, a coin flip to decide his next team.Before he'd figure things out as a Wizard, the Cali kid would have to adjust to the east coast. Once he got comfortable, the takeover was on and a new era was in full swing. He looks back on the team in those first two seasons, the joy he experienced making an all-star team and the story of an all-time great nickname.

After two years in Arizona, it was time for Agent Zero to jump to the NBA. Gil recalls who he thought would draft him, before ultimately landing in Golden State. For the Warriors, he'd struggle just to find practice time, let alone game minutes. Once Gil got a chance, there was no looking back. As for his new life as an NBA player, that would be the ultimate learning experience.

Before he was an All-NBA, high scoring superstar, Gilbert Arenas picked up basketball in the San Fernando valley parks.  Success would not come quickly for Agent Zero, but a habit for taking on the biggest challengers propelled his play.  From an overlooked high school phenom to an unlikely star at the University of Arizona, Arenas recalls what drove him and who pushed him along the way, in the first of two parts looking back at his career.

Gilbert Arenas makes his podcasting debut, along with co-host Mike Botticello. Never at a loss for words, Agent Zero makes sense of the NBA Summer.  He also offers up his side of the story behind the headlines he made via TMZ and the claims against him.  Also, could a return to the court may be in the cards for Gilbert?  This episode is brought you by Life Recovery Water.