Episode 265: Andrew Cobian, Former NBA G League coach and Division I Assistant

About this episode

Andrew Cobian discusses his coaching journey and insights from working in the NBA G League.

On this episode of the Rising Coaches Podcast, we’re joined by Andrew Cobian, former NBA G League coach and Division I assistant. Cobian has built his career through stops at NYIT, Pace, Hofstra, the Long Island Nets, and Loyola Chicago, gaining experience across both the college and professional levels. His path reflects steady growth and the ability to adapt in different environments. In this episode we discuss his unique journey to landing a role with the Long Island Nets, what working in the NBA taught him about what truly drives player improvement compared to the college game, and effective ways coaches can build trust and respect with their players.

People in this episode

Host: Rising Coaches

Guest: Andrew Cobian

Topics covered

• coaching
• NBA G League
• player development
• trust building
• career journey

Keywords

• Andrew Cobian
• NBA G League
• coaching
• player improvement
• trust
• college basketball

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: NYIT, Pace, Hofstra, Long Island Nets, Loyola Chicago

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